Italian language

In today's episode, called "I Verbi Sovrabbondanti", I am going to talk about particular Italian verbs that can have more forms. In fact the word "sovrabbondante" in Italian means overabundant. So, If you want to know more about these verbs keep listening to this audio! :) Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2023/09/05/i-verbi-sovrabbondanti/ ________________________ I verbi difettivi: audio: http...

In today's episode called "Come si traduce Joke in Italiano?" I am going to talk about common mistakes in the translation of the word joke in Italian. Typically my students use the terms scherzo or gioco, but according to the cases, there are other translations possible. If you want to know the correct words to use, if you think to make the same mistakes, or if you have the same difficulty choosin...

In today's episode, I am going to talk about one difficult Italian word with which my students often struggle: Anzi! If you don't know how to use it in a proper way, and you want to solve this mystery, don't miss out on this audio, where you can find a clear explanation with several examples! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/08/08/anzi-in-italiano/ _______________________ You might...

In today's episode, I am going to talk about 6 Italian expressions that you can use when you want to talk about something trendy. I decided to talk about this topic thinking about the big success that the Barbie movie is having nowadays. So, if you want to learn new expressions, this is the right audio for you! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/07/26/6-espressioni-italiane-di-tenden...

In today's episode called "Quanti pronomi ci sono in italiano?", I am going to recap for you the Italian pronouns. Also, I'll share with you some particular pronouns that are not so common in the spoken Italian. This is why it could be difficult for you to deeply understand them when you find those pronouns in a book or article. If you want to know more about the Italian pronouns and would like to...

In today's episode called "5 parole italiane a cui fare attenzione" I'll talk about some Italian words that you might use wrongly. If you want to know which are these words and if you want to make sure to use them in a good way, keep reading the following words. Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/07/04/5-parole-italiane-a-cui-fare-attenzione/ _______________________ You might find inter...

Today, I will talk again about the Italian accent and pronunciation, but in this episode, I will focus on a specific mood, the imperative one. So, if you are struggling with Italian pronunciation and are having a hard time with the pronunciation that combines pronouns and verbs in the imperative mood, this is the right resource for you, so keep reading! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/...

In this episode, you'll find out how to use the words Coso and Cosa. I am sure you know how to use Cosa, but I doubt you are familiar with Coso. So, if you wish to speak Italian like a native speaker, don't miss out on this article. :) Find the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/06/05/cosa-e-coso/ _____________________________ You might find interesting: 5 parole italiane particolari: audio: htt...

In today's episode, called Alessandro Manzoni, I shortly talk about this Italian writer, pointing out how he influenced the Italian language through his masterpiece: I Promessi Sposi. Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2023/05/18/alessandro-manzoni/ ________________________________ Listen to the story of other great Italian characters: Il maestro Manzi: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/184...

In today's episode called "Accento italiano", I am talking about one of the most difficult things my students come across. In fact, when it comes to read Italian or when they need to pronounce specific words they often struggle in understanding the right place of the words' accent. In this audio, I shared with you some rules/tips that I hope you'll find useful. Read the script here: ______________...

In today's episode, I'll talk about a day celebrated in Italy and in many other countries: May 1st, during which is celebrated the Labour Day, Festa Dei Lavoratori in Italian. If you want to know more about this day, keep listening to this audio! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/05/02/il-primo-maggio-in-italia/ _______________________________________ You might be interested in: Il...

In today's episode called "Lotta alle parole straniere", I am going to share with you a crazy initiative strongly wanted by Mussolini, to remove any foreign words from the Italian language. Listen to what happened through the decades and read the results of this initiative! :) Script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/04/19/lotta-alle-parole-straniere/ ____________________________________ You might be...

In this episode called "È possibile fermare i forestierismi?", I'll talk about a draft law that will punish people who use foreign words in Italian, especially in public administration. Also, you'll find out what the famous Accademia Della Crusca thinks about it. If you are curious and want to know more, keep listening to it! :) Script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/04/12/e-possibile-fermare-i-fore...

In today's audio called "Conversazione in italiano", you'll find out how to have an informal and natural conversation with family and friends. If you want to know more, keep listening! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/03/08/conversazione-in-italiano/ _____________________________ You might be interested in: 7 tips consigli per non farsi prendere dal panico durante una conversazione...

In this episode, called “5 parole italiane Particolari" I am sharing with you 5 particular Italian words. They are particular because they can change their meaning according to the article (masculine or feminine) used with them! So, if you want to find out these words, keep listening to this audio! :) Read the script here: _____________________________ You might be interested in: 10 parole maschil...

In today's episode, I am going to explain how to use some particular words and expressions related to relationships and love. I decided to talk about this because Valentine's day is getting closer and closer and, I want you to be ready to speak of love with your special one in Italian! If you want to know more, keep listening to this episode! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/02/09/...

In this episode called “Parole femminili che terminano con -o”, I am sharing with you common Italian words. I am sure you know them, but they are particular because they end in a letter -o, but they are feminine! So, if you want to know if you correctly use these words, please keep reading the following lines! Read the text here: https://ilazed.com/2023/02/02/parole-femminili-che-terminano-con-o/...

In this episode called "Il FantaSanremo", I talk about the trend of the moment: more and more Italians are getting into this virtual game, called FantaSanremo, indeed. If you want to know more about it, keep listening to this article! :) If you need the script click here: https://ilazed.com/2023/01/23/il-fantasanremo/ You might be interested in: Il Festival di Sanremo: - audio: https://www.spreake...

Do you know how to translate more and anymore in Italian? I think so. The translation is Più, but in today's episode called "Più in Italiano", I would like to talk about a structure you need to pay attention to when you use this specific word. If you want to know more, keep listening! :) If you need the script click here: https://ilazed.com/2023/01/16/piu-in-italiano/ You might be interested in: C...

For many students, one of the most difficult topics in Italian is how to use verbs. I understand why. There are so many tenses in Italian: verbs having many meanings according to the contexts and, last but not least particular verbs that lack in verbal forms or tenses. In today's episode called "Verbi Italiani Particolari: Verbi Difettivi" I talk about this last group of verbs, hoping the explanat...

Do you know Panettone and Pandoro? They are two Italian desserts typical of Christmas. Every year they can’t miss on Italian tables, and often there is a debate on which one is the better sweet. If you want to know more about these desserts listen to this episode. If you need the script click here: You might be interested in: Natale in Italia: - audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/20736917 - s...

In today's episode, I am talking about a simple method to learn Italian words starting from English. I highlighted some groups of English letters that In Italian are always translated in the same way. By learning this you'll be quickly able to increase your Italian vocabulary! Curious to know more about this? Listen to it! :) If you need the script click here: https://ilazed.com/2022/11/30/imparar...

In today's episode, I talk about Italian articles. Don't worry, though... This is not a lesson for beginners because, in the following lines, you'll know this language deeply. In particular, you'll learn how to use articles with first names, last names, and company names. Ready to start learning? If you need the script, click here: https://ilazed.com/2022/11/12/quando-si-usano-gli-articoli-in-ital...

Are you ready to learn 10 "spine-tingling" Italian expressions? Because Halloween is getting closer, I have prepared some phrases that could be perfect for it. Attention, I am not saying this because they are really Halloween-related. But I am just saying that you can identify words that'll make you think about death, such as blood, corpse, skeleton, etc... So, if you are curious and want to know...

Do you study a foreign language and are you always looking for a new method for learning new words? Don’t miss this new episode in which you’ll find two interesting ways to improve your vocabulary. Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2022/10/11/come-imparare-nuove-parole/ ________________________________________ You might be interested in: Tecniche per aumentare il tuo vocabolario! - audio: h...