Italian language

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about the Latin language used in Italian sentences. Here I will list 8 Latin expressions that most of the Italian people can use and understand. If you are curious to know more about, keep listening to this podcast. You can find the script on my website: https://ilazed.com/2020/09/20/il-latino-nell-italiano/ ___________________________________________________...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about Qualche, Alcuni, and Alcuno. This topic can look easy, but often the choice isn't automatic for my students, and this is the reason why I decided to write an entire article about them, to clarify eventual doubts you cab have! If you need the script take a look at my website https://ilazed.com/2020/09/04/qualche-alcuno-o-alcuni/ _________________________...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about some Italian words. These words are particular, and this is the reason why I think it's good to pay attention to them because they can identify the same term if we use a masculine or a feminine form of that word. If you need the script click here: https://ilazed.com/2020/08/22/tavolo-o-tavola-cioccolato-o-cioccolata-e-tanto-altro/ ______________________...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about an Italian holiday: Ferragosto. I will explain the origin of the celebration and, in this way, you will be able to understand why the month of August is a relaxing month for many Italians! You can find the script here: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Listen also: - Le vacanze degli...

In today's podcast called "Tecniche per aumentare il tuo vocabolario" I am talking about some techniques that will help you to improve your vocabulary. In the following lines, you'll find tips for very beginners and for advanced students as well. Remember: the tips you are gonna read are very general, and you can use them not only for learning Italian but for the other languages too. So, if you ha...

In today's article called "Commetti anche tu questi errori?", I am talking about 10 words that are commonly used in the wrong way by my students! Do you make the same mistakes? Read this list and let me know in the comments! :) Read the script on www.ilazed.com _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Listen also to: - I 5 errori più c...

In today's podcast, I am going to give you some tips for a better understanding when you talk to someone in a foreign language. This audio is going to focus on the importance of not translating everything to have better comprehension. I will list 3 reasons why translating every single word is not a good idea, and it could be a waste of time! Read here the script: https://ilazed.com/2020/07/27/per-...

In today's podcast, called "Come ci si rivolge agli altri nel contesto scolastico?", I am going to talk about how to address people at school. In Italy, according to the age and to the school, we will be using Tu or Lei. Listen to this podcast to discover more about this Italian habit! Read here the script: https://ilazed.com/2020/07/17/come-ci-si-rivolge-agli-altri-nel-contesto-scolastico/ ______...

In today’s podcast, I want to talk about two common Italian verbs: Dire and Parlare. I am sure that you have learned them at the beginning of your learning journey, and you use them all the time. But I have been noticing that sometimes my students get confused and they don’t know when it is better to use one or the other. So, I wrote for you a complete guide to help you to avoid any doubts. If you...

In today's podcast, I want to share with you some little tips that will help you to sound more natural when you speak Italian. These tips came from my classes with my students, they are general advice, but this is the reason why I think everyone can benefit from them! If you are curious and you want to know more about it, keep listening! You can find the script here: https://ilazed.com/2020/07/04/...

In today's podcast called 5 Motivi Per Venire In Italia, I am talking about the reasons why you should come to Italy in the next weeks and months. After staying at home for months, we are finally ready to welcome you and to offer a wide selection of experiences for all tastes. If you read the article Tour Virtuale Dell'Italia, and you have a favorite destination, don't wait any longer, because we...

Do you struggle when you have to use Italian words like Scorso, Prossimo, Precendente, and Successivo? Don't worry, this is a common problem; many of my students make this kind of mistake! But don't worry... The good news is that with some reasonings and a little practice, you will understand which word is better to use in a particular sentence! If you are curious to know more, listen to this podc...

Alberto Sordi, a popular actor loved by everyone. I wrote an article about him because we are celebrating the 100th year of the birth of this amazing actor and director, but also a human being. If you need the script, please take a look at: https://ilazed.com/2020/06/12/alberto-sordi/ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't miss m...

What does it mean to be able to speak a language fluently? In this article, I am going to talk about this topic. I will start with a definition of verbal fluency, and I will talk about the different ways to be fluent, according to my teaching experience. I will explain also it is necessary to set specific goals for your learning process. If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed....

n this article called La Parola Ciò, I am going to talk about this word pretty common in the written and spoken Italian. It is a demonstrative pronoun, and in the following lines, I will explain how to use it and the mistake to avoid. If you need the script take a look at my website: https://ilazed.com ________________________________________________________________________________________________...

How is it going with your listening skills? Are you able to understand the Italian language without problems, or do you still experience difficulties? In any case, in today’s article called 3 cose da evitare per migliorare l’ascolto, I wrote down for you the three pieces of advice, that will help you to improve your listening skills and to increase your comprehension ability. If you need the scrip...

In today's podcast, I am going to talk about an amazing website you can use to visit many Italian beauties. I know this is a hard time, and maybe you had already booked flight tickets and hotel rooms, but unfortunately, you had to change your plans because you won't come here the next summer. But I wrote this article for people like you, who love our amazing country and can't wait to admire it in...

In this podcast called Perché lavorare online è bello, I am going to talk about my job, the reasons why I chose working online, and why I enjoy doing this. I will also talk about an Italian attitude that still keeps many Italians tied to the idea of permanent jobs. If you need the script click the following link: https://ilazed.com/2019/03/09/perche-lavorare-online-e-bello/ _______________________...

Listen to this podcast to find out 10 Italian words ending in -A. These are words commonly used in Italian, and for this reason, my advice is to try to memorize them! :) If you need the script click the following link: https://ilazed.com/2020/05/10/10-parole-maschili-che-terminano-con-la-lettera-a/ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ F...

In the following article called Per imparare ama quello che studi, I am going to explain to you this sentence, talking in detail about it. If you think this is interesting to you, keep reading! _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Find free resources and explanation on my website: www.ilazed.com

Italian dialects are local languages that can be completely different among them if we move along the peninsula. In Italy, there are so many dialects. These languages are part of our story, and every single place has its own dialect. Dialects are independent languages, and they coexist with Italian, the official language of Italy. The idea of this article came from a long conversation with my stud...

Ci mancherebbe, versione completa is going to complete an article I have written some months ago. In fact in the following text you will find the 2 main meanings I have already talked about plus other 2 uses of this expression. If you need the script you can click on this link: https://ilazed.com/2020/04/25/ci-mancherebbe-versione-completa/ Read also the English version: https://ilazed.com/2020/04...

In this podcast, I am going to talk about how we spend this day in Italy. Is it a day spent with family or friends? Do we have a particular habit? You can find answers to all these questions, by listening to it! Read the text in italian and English on my website: -Italian: https://ilazed.com/2020/04/11/la-pasqua-degli-italiani/ -English: https://ilazed.com/2020/04/11/easter-in-italy/ _____________...

Even though Italy is a laic country there are still many religious traditions very importart to us. They are part of our culture and this is the reason why, every time, all the catholic celebrations and holidays are awaited with trepidation. In this podcast I am going to talk about the Holy week Processions. Keep listening to it to know more about!

In this podcast, I am talking about two things that allow you to talk Italian in a better way, the two basic rules of the Italian language: the pronunciation and the agreement. They can be taken for granted but, if you pay attention to them, you will see an improvement of your written and spoken Italian. Read the text in italian and English on my website: -Italian: https://ilazed.com/2020/03/28/du...