Italian language

Do you know the difference between Sentimento, sensazione e impressione? Learn how to talk about your feelings with my new episode! If you need the script here is the link: https://ilazed.com/2021/07/07/sentimento-sensazione-e-impressione/ For more info visit my blog: www.ilazed.com

In today's podcast, I am going to answer a question of a student of mine: Molto can change or not? When do I use molto and when molta, molte, molti? If you are curious to listen to my answer don't miss this episode! script: https://ilazed.com/2021/06/29/molto-e-variabile-oppure-no/ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Find out more...

In today's episode, I am going to talk about 5 particularity of the Italian language. Listen to this audio because you'll find interesting food for thought, and I am sure that even today you'll be able to learn something new! Read the script on www.ilazed.com script: https://ilazed.com/2021/05/22/5-caratteristiche-dellitaliano/ You might find interesting: Le doppie in Italiano: - script: https://i...

Would you like to talk like a native speaker? Use Italian structures! In today's podcast I will explain how to use particular Italian structures so, don't miss this episode! Script here: https://ilazed.com/2021/05/21/parla-come-gli-italiani-usa-strutture-italiane-terza-parte/ You might be interested in the first and second part of this episode: Parla come gli italiani: Usa strutture italiane (prim...

Do you know the Italian word Cioe? Are you able to use it correctly? If you know this word listen to this podcast to refresh your knowledge, if you don't know cioè, in this episode you will find an easy and effective explanation to master it! Read the article: https://ilazed.com/2021/03/30/la-parola-cioe/ You might like: - I filler italiani: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/22049103 - script: http...

It's already been a year since the Oms declared the pandemic. In a year, our daily language has completely changed. We learned new words; old terms got a new meaning, also we started using repetitively the same set of words. Do you agree? Do you do this in your language? Listen to this podcast to find out the terms we use in Italian since in the pandemic. Read the article: https://ilazed.com/2021/...

Do you know how to use the apostrophe in Italian? Do you know exception and particularity of its use? Listen to this podcast and find out how to use it properly! Here the script: https://ilazed.com/2021/04/29/lapostrofo-in-italiano-i-miti-da-sfatare/ You might also be interested in: - audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/35613566 - script: https://ilazed.com/2020/07/04/3-consigli-pratici-per-mi...

Would you like to talk like a native speaker? Use Italian structures! In today's podcast I will explain to you how to use Italian structures and I will let you know the most common mistakes made by my students. If you need the script take a look at: https://ilazed.com/2021/04/06/parla-come-gli-italiani-usa-strutture-italiane-seconda-parte/ If you missed the first part of this episode make sure you...

Would you like to talk like a native speaker? Use Italian structures! In today's podcast I will explain to you how to use Italian structures and I will let you know the most common mistakes made by my students. Find the script on: https://ilazed.com/2021/02/01/parla-come-gli-italiani-usa-strutture-italiane-prima-parte/ You might find interesting other explanations about structures: Parla come gli...

Prendere, toccare, dire are three Italian verbs very common and learned almost immediately by Italian learners. In this episode, I will not focus on the meaning everybody knows, but I will let you know the particular uses of these Italian verbs. If you need the script take a look at: www.ilazed.com Learn more about the particular uses of Andare, fare, dire. - podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/epis...

Who is “Befana”, the nice old lady that come on January 1st? And what does she do during this day? Read this article to discover her legend. You can find the script here: https://ilazed.com/2019/01/06/il-6-gennaio-il-giorno-dellepifania-o-della-befana/

A new year has begun and, it's possible, like every year, that we are dealing with our good resolutions. In today's podcast, I am explaining to you my project for the entire year: improving my English by doing what I like more: reading. And at the end of 2021, I will draw my conclusions. By listening to this podcast I will explain all the steps and the goals you need to set to success! Now, I want...

In this episode, I am going to explain how to say Merry Christmas in Italian. In addition, I will tell you some sentences you can use to write a message to your Italian friends... in Italian! Learn more about it and if you want to get a little present, make sure to go to my website www.ilazed.com and download it! :) __________________________________________________________________________________...

Do you know tombola? It is a traditional Christmas game played in every Italian family! Learn more about it and if you want to get a little present, make sure to go to my website www.ilazed.com and download it! :) If you need the script go on: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Listen more about: Christmas in Italy: https://www.s...

Parole straniere con accento italiano: sì o no? In this article, I am going to talk about the pronunciation of foreign words in Italian. Everything started with a simple question from a student of mine. He asked me to correct him everything while he speaks, even the pronunciation of foreign words to be able to sound more natural. Read the script on: https://ilazed.com/2020/12/15/parole-straniere-c...

Learn more about this day, December 8 is an important day for Italians because it is considered the beginning of Christmas time! ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow me on my socials: https://www.facebook.com/italianwithilazed/ https://www.instagram.com/ila_zed/ https://twitter.com/ila_zed https://www.pinterest.it/ilalazed/ _...

In this article, I am going to talk about some common mistakes caused by difficult Italian words. I divided these words into three groups: Inexistent Italian words, Italian words difficult to pronounce, Mispronounced Italian words. Listen to this podcast and let me know in the comments if you are going to make the same mistakes. Read the script on https://ilazed.com/2020/12/02/questione-di-pronunc...

In this podcast, I am going to talk about how to use Figurati. This is one of those words that can be very tricky for Italian learners because it can change its meaning according to the context. In this podcast, I tried to make the explanation as simple as possible, and hopefully, you will find it useful. Read the script on https://ilazed.com/2020/11/26/cosa-significa-figurati/

In today's podcast, I am talking about four resources for practicing your ability: speaking, writing, listening, and reading. In this podcast, you can also find tips to improve your language ability in new ways and make your daily learning more stimulating. I hope this podcast will be helpful for you and it gives you some interesting suggestions! If you need the script you can find it here: https:...

In today's podcast, I am talking about Italian articles. I am sure you know that in Italian we have to use the article almost all the time. But when they are not necessary? When do you make a mistake if you use them? In this podcast, you can listen to the cases that don't need articles, so if you want to know more about, keep listening! Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2020/11/11/quando-no...

In today's podcast, I am going to share with you something particular. I want to explain to you how to tell people that someone's death. I will start by explaining how journalists announce well-known people's death and also, I will explain to you how to tell this bad news to our friends and family. If you need the script read my blog on: https://ilazed.com/2020/10/30/come-dire-a-qualcuno-che-una-p...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about a writer, educationalist, and journalist called Gianni Rodari. Do you want to know why I am talking about this man? Because we are going to celebrate 100th years from his birth. If you want to know more about him, keep reading! If you need the script visit: https://ilazed.com/2020/10/19/100-anni-di-gianni-rodari/ ________________________________________...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about adverb Velocemente and its options. In particular, I will focus on adverbial locutions that will allow you to have a more varied, and interesting conversation. If you need the script take a look at: https://ilazed.com/2020/10/12/alternative-alla-parola-velocemente/ _________________________________________________________________________________________...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about two challenge words: Bene and Buono. These are difficult as much as Meglio, Migliore, Peggio, and Peggiore. And this is the reason why I thought it was a good idea to dedicate some time to explain it. I hope this explanation is easy and makes you understand better how the Italian language works! You can find the script here: https://ilazed.com/2020/10/0...

In today's podcast, I am talking about nine tips to avoid giving up and keep learning a foreign language even in tough times. The reason why I want to talk about this topic today is that, a few days ago, I had a conversation with a student of mine who, after a break of three weeks from our lessons, felt demotivated and not ready to commit again. I hope this podcast will be helpful for you and it g...