Italian language
Episodes
Il Dantedì
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Il Dantedì is a day that has been established on March 25th, starting from this year. It will be a day dedicated to Dante Alighieri, one of the most ...
I neologismi
14 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the following podcast, called I neologismi, I will talk about these new words, and I will explain to you the essential thing to make them enter int...
Passato Prossimo o Imperfetto?
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Passato Prossimo o Imperfetto? This is a common question asked by people who are studying Italian. In the following text, I tried to explain, with sev...
Quanto in Italiano. Quanto ne sapete sulla parola Quanto?
29 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to explain the uses of the word Quanto.I am sure that many of you already know this word because it is used to ask questio...
La giornata internazionale della lingua madre
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about the International Mother Language Day, celebrated every year on February 21st. Why is this day so important?...
Incontrare amici italiani! Impara a capire se saranno puntuali o in ritardo!
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I will give you many examples to make you understand if the friend you have to meet will be on time or late!Learn all the answer your ...
Il Carnevale
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about Carnival, the ancient festival that occurs before the season of Lent. Listening to the following audio you w...
Le maschere di Carnevale
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast called Le Maschere di Carnevale, I am going to talk about the typical Italian masks. Their origin dates back to the XVI century, but t...
Il festival di Sanremo
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about the Sanremo Music Festival (il Festival di Sanremo), the most popular Italian song contest. It takes place e...
Impara a rispondere a chi si rivolge a te!
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When someone addresses you, there are several ways to answer in Italian.Listen to this podcast to find out the answers you can use, starting from the ...
I filler italiani
25 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about the Italian fillers, words that are not relevant in the speech.At the end of this podcast I will give to you...
Gli articoli determinativi italiani
18 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to explain the Italian definite articles. It is perfect for very beginners but also for all people who want to refresh thei...
I verbi fare e rendere
11 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast called "The verbs Fare and Rendere", I am going to talk about two verbs that can both be translated "to make". Their meaning is not th...
Alfabeto e pronunce italiane
04 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to explain the Italian alphabet and pronunciation. It is perfect for very beginners but also for who wants to refresh their...
Capodanno in Italia
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's article podcast, I am going to talk about Christmas in Italy. I will explain all our traditions and how we spend this magical day. Listen t...
Natale in Italia
14 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's article podcast, I am going to talk about Christmas in Italy. I will explain all our traditions and how we spend this magical day. Listen t...
Lo zecchino d'oro
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s article, I am going to talk about a popular Italian show, Zecchino d’Oro, which is by now, an Italian tradition. It is an event which k...
Serata a tema italiano
23 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this article, I will share with you some ideas to organize themed nights even if you are the only one that is interested in the Italian language. R...
Gli usi del verbo mancare
17 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, I am going to talk about the Italian verb mancare. The correct use of this verb can be a little challenging because it is one of t...
4 risorse gratuite per aumentare il tuo vocabolario
09 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I will talk about some free resources that you can consult to increase your vocabulary and clarify any doubts.These resources I will ...
Zona e il mondo degli zicchini
02 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How was born my book Zona e il mondo degli zicchini? Surrounding myself with positive and inspiring people and trying to face new challenges. Are you ...
Esiste Halloween in Italia?
26 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this article, I am going to answer the title's question: Esiste Halloween in Italia? I am also talking about some Italian traditions. In Italy, we ...
Cosa significa Ci mancherebbe!
20 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about a very common Italian expression: Ci mancherebbe! The idea for this article, was born by talking to one of m...
Dizionario monolingue o bilingue?
12 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about the importance of the dictionary, not only for language learners but also for native speakers who want to un...
L'aggettivo Vecchio in Italiano
05 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I am going to talk about the adjective “old” in Italian: when you can use it, when is better to avoid it to not be rude, and whic...
3 Consigli per creare una routine quotidiana
21 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to share with you 3 effective tips to find some time to dedicate to your passions. These suggestions work perfectly for me:...
30 espressioni con il verbo fare
15 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The verb "fare" is an Italian verb very common. It can be considered a wildcard in Italian, and this is the reason why I decided to create a podcast w...
La personalità e le lingue straniere
07 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about how much our personality traits can affect our ability to talk a foreign language and also how much time we n...
Meglio, migliore, peggio, peggiore: 4 parole che confondono
31 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to explain 4 Italian words a little bit challenging: meglio, peggio, migliore and peggiore. As usually my explanation will ...
Traduzione letterale? No grazie!
25 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about how much is the important don't translate sentences from a language into another literally and I will give yo...
Magari: cosa significa e come si usa
17 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the word Magari? And do you know how to use it?Listen to this podcast and practice with the exercises!You can find the script here:https:/...
Le vacanze degli italiani ad agosto
03 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
August is a very popular month for Italian vacations. In fact, many are the Italians who leave their cities in August to reach tourist destinations an...
I 5 errori più comuni in italiano
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, you will find 5 common mistakes Italian learners (or at least my students) make more. Listen to this audio and discover if you are ma...
Migliorare il tuo italiano
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you already know Italian grammar? Do you already know many words? Are you able to understand Italian people talking? Great, this is really a good p...
Educazione o istruzione?
06 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this psdcast I am going to talk about these two words that often confuse Italian learners. It is easy to understand why this happens: the English t...
Il maestro Manzi: il maestro degli italiani
29 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this podcast to know the story of Alberto Manzi, an Italian teacher who had the merit to teach to millions of Italians the Italian language ...
Andare, fare, sapere: gli usi particolari di questi verbi
22 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen this podcast in order to learn the particular uses of these common Italian verbs: andare, fare, sapere!If you need the script you can click thi...
Commettere errori è divertente
15 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen this podcast where I'll talk about mistakes. I am aware most of the people are terrified to say something stupid or to be judged from native sp...
Le doppie in italiano: alcune regole
08 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Double letters or single letters? In this podcast I will talk about some grammar rules to let you understand if you have to use a single or double let...
Le doppie in Italiano
01 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you would like to be able to speak a good Italian, with a good pronunciation you should listen this podcast and understand why you you should focus...
Imparare dai madrelingua: è sbagliato?
26 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
“If you want to learn a language don’t take advices from native speakers”. Listen what I think about this statement I found in a blog.If you nee...
7 consigli per non farsi prendere dal panico durante una conversazione in italiano
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever experienced the feeling of anxiety and panic when you speak Italian or other foreign languages? Don’t worry… In today’s podcast I’...
Ormai: cosa significa e come si usa
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ormai is one of those words that can be very tricky for Italian learners because it can change the meaning and the way how it is used. Learn all the m...
Imparare l’italiano con i film: sottotitoli sì, sottotitoli no
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about watching movies and tv series in Italian, focusing on subtitles. Is it better to use the subtitles or not? An...
Ti blocchi quando devi parlare italiano? Niente panico!
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
To feel stuck and think that you are not able to have a conversation a very common feeling. Every language learner, when starts to learn a new languag...
Proprio: cosa significa e come si usa
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about how to use proprio. This is one of those words that can be very tricky for Italian learners because it can ch...
Imparare l'italiano: in quanto tempo parlerò fluentemente?
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The idea of this podcast came fromn by a series of questions by a guy that he wanted to know “exactly” how much time it takes to become fluent in ...
Storia del tu, lei e voi
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about the Italian pronouns tu, lei and voi and the evolution of their use during the centuries until now. I will ex...
La forma di cortesia Lei
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I am going to talk about how to use Lei, the Italian courtesy form. Listen how to use it and if you need the text click this linkhttps...
Tu, lei, voi: i pronomi allocutivi
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In order to refer to people in Italian are used the pronouns called “pronomi allocutivi”.Listen how to use tu, lei and voi and if you nedd to read...
Perché leggere articoli in italiano per imparare l'italiano
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When I started writing my blog I decided to write my articles in a particular way, using a specific structure: an introduction in English, a real arti...
Imparare l'italiano è una maratona
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen this podcast called "Imparare l'italiano è una maratona", where I will explain why you should distrust about the “magic recipes” that will...
Guardare i film in italiano
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a cinema lover? Do you like Italian movies? In this article I am going to give you some tips about how to practice your Italian with movies an...
5 motivi per imparare l'italiano
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How many times did you say to yourself it was time to learn another language?Well, if you are finally ready to start this trip, in this podcast you wi...