Learn Italian Podcast

Where's the toilet? Two coffees please! How much is it? Learn the basics in bite-sized pieces with Katie and Matteo.

Episode 178

52 Italian Slang Words You’ll Actually Hear in Italy

Learn the slang words Italians use everyday, from wishing good luck, to showing you’re annoyed, so you can follow real Italian conversations.

25 Mar 2025
14 min 55 sec

Episode 177

Question Words in Italian: The 8 You Need

Learn key Italian question words like “dove”, “quando”, and more to help you get the info you need while traveling in Italy.

18 Mar 2025
20 min 32 sec

Episode 176

Because in Italian: How to Use Perché

How do you say “because” in Italian? It’s usually “perché”, but not always! Learn when and when not to use it in Italian.

11 Mar 2025
7 min 05 sec

Episode 175

Advice for Speaking Italian (and not getting Englished)

Want to avoid getting replies in English when you’re speaking Italian? Here are our tips and key phrases to keep the conversation going!

04 Mar 2025
15 min 10 sec

Episode 174

Italian Possessive Adjectives: how to use mio, tuo, suo…

You need Italian possessive adjectives in most everyday conversations. You’ll see how they work, when to use them and mistakes to avoid.

25 Feb 2025
13 min 48 sec

Episode 173

But in Italian: When to Use Ma, Però, and More

Here’s how to use "but" in Italian with ma, però, and more! Learn the differences between ma and però, plus other common Italian expressions.

18 Feb 2025
8 min 54 sec

Episode 172

I Love You in Italian: 30 Romantic Phrases

Learn how to say “I love you” in Italian, including a common mistake to avoid. You'll also learn terms of endearment and how to reply.

11 Feb 2025
10 min 28 sec

Episode 171

What on Earth are Italian Reflexive Verbs?

You need Italian reflexive verbs for many things. Like talking about your daily routine, feelings and even saying your name. You’ll learn what they are and how to use them.

04 Feb 2025
14 min 48 sec

Episode 170

Learn the Word for Cold in Italian (and Avoid this Mistake)

Learn how to say cold in Italian. You’ll see key phrases with the word cold, plus common mistakes to avoid.

28 Jan 2025
9 min 50 sec

Episode 169

How to Say Nice to Meet You in Italian: Formal and Informal

Learn how to say "nice to meet you" in Italian. You’ll see the formal and informal versions, plus how to reply if someone says it to you.

21 Jan 2025
7 min 11 sec

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