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 194
How to Say “Excuse Me” in Italian (With Real-Life Examples)
Excuse me in Italian might seem simple, but there are actually four ways to say it. Here’s when and how to use each one, so you’ll always get it right in Italy.
Episode 193
Am I Bad at Italian? We’ll Give You an Honest Answer
Bad at Italian? Perfetto! Here's how being bad at Italian can actually help you, with some useful tips and practical phrases.
Episode 192
Italian Festivals: What to Know Before You Go
Italian festivals are a great way to enjoy real Italian culture. Here are the best Italian festivals, plus some useful phrases to help you join in the fun.
Episode 191
You in Italian: Formal vs. Informal Explained
Learn the three forms of “you” in Italian and when to use each one, so you get the right tone every time you’re chatting with Italians.
Episode 190
Learn Italian with Italian Books: What (Not) to Do
Is reading Italian books a good idea? We think so, if you pick the right ones. Here are 5 tips on what you should be reading in Italian.
Episode 189
Happy birthday in Italian: 24 common phrases and traditions
How do you say “Happy birthday” in Italian? Learn the phrases Italians actually use, pronunciation tips, and 2 quite unique birthday traditions.
Episode 188
How to Say and Use “Let’s Go” in Italian
There’s one simple way to say “let’s go” in Italian, but you’ll also want to know how to say (and use) the other expressions that Italians use all the time.
Episode 187
Italian Restaurant Phrases Most Tourists Don’t Understand
What Italian restaurant phrases will you actually hear in Italy? Learn what waiters really say, plus some cultural tips.
Episode 186
Have Fun in Italian: The Right (and Wrong) Way to Say It
How do you say have fun in Italian? Spoiler: you don’t even use the word have. Learn the right (and wrong) phrases to use instead.
Episode 185
Where in Italian: You’d Be Lost (Literally) Without It
You’ll need “where” in Italian to ask really useful questions. Here, you’ll see how to pronounce it the right way and use it in common phrases.
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