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 222

15 Common Italian Phrases That Help You Connect with the Locals

These 15 common Italian phrases go beyond polite basics like “buongiorno” and “grazie” so you can connect with Italians and have friendly, everyday conversations.

24 Mar 2026
12 min 36 sec

Episode 221

Italian Verb Potere: How to Use It and Avoid Common Mistakes

The Italian verb “potere” means “can”, but it doesn’t always work the same way. Learn how to use it correctly and avoid common mistakes.

17 Mar 2026
19 min 46 sec

Episode 220

How to Say Never in Italian

In this post, you’ll learn how to say never in Italian using mai, including how to use it in common expressions and the past tense.

10 Mar 2026
9 min 04 sec

Episode 219

How to Say Some in Italian With Words Like Dei, Delle…

“Some” comes up all the time in Italy, like when you’re shopping or ordering food. Learn how to say it in Italian with words like “del”, “dei”, “delle” and more.

03 Mar 2026
19 min 27 sec

Episode 218

Airport in Italian: Phrases You Need When Flying in Italy

In this post, you’ll learn useful words and phrases for the airport in Italian. They’ll make it easier to ask for help and understand the Italian around you.

24 Feb 2026
18 min 50 sec

Episode 217

How (and When) to Say Amazing in Italian

How do you say “amazing” in Italian? Here you’ll learn the best word to use, a few common alternatives, and tips on when Italians would actually use them.

17 Feb 2026
7 min 49 sec

Episode 216

Valentine’s Day in Italian: Phrases and Italian Traditions

In this post, you’ll learn how to talk about Valentine’s Day in Italian with useful words and phrases. You’ll also see the unique ways Italians celebrate it.

10 Feb 2026
13 min 30 sec

Episode 215

Magari in Italian: What it Means and How to Use It

Find out what “magari” in Italian means and how to use it when travelling, with natural phrases Italians actually say.

03 Feb 2026
12 min 53 sec

Episode 214

Without in Italian: How to Use Senza

Understand how to use "without" in Italian with practical phrases for everyday situations, like choosing hotels, getting transport and eating out.

20 Jan 2026
6 min 50 sec

Episode 213

3 Italian Words for Beautiful That Italians Actually Use

Here are 3 common Italian words for beautiful that Italians actually say. You’ll also learn how you can use them in useful phrases for getting around Italy.

06 Jan 2026
16 min 23 sec

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