Italian language

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 important Italian poets, well known even in the rest of the word. If you want to discover more about this day, listen to this podcast! Click the following links if you need the scrip: - Italian version: https://ilazed.com/2020/03/21/il-dantedi/ - Engl...

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 into the Italian dictionaries. In contrast with my other articles, in which I explain something difficult, or I give little tips to improve your Italian skills and your fluency, today will focus on the neologisms, a super interesting topic to me, and ho...

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 several examples, when you have to use the one or the other Italian tense. And hopefully, you will find this text useful and easy to understand! If you need the script you can find it in Italian: https://ilazed.com/2020/03/07/passato-prossimo-o-imperfet...

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 questions. I will also explain some hidden meanings and two expressions that contain the word Quanto! If you need the script you can ttake a look here: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ A...

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? What gave birth to this celebration? Keep listening to this audio to learn more about this day! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2020/02/21/la-giornata-internazionale-della-lingua-madre/ Read also the English version:...

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 Italian friends can give you when you want to meet them! If you need to read the text you can find the subtitles on this youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRUgnxu0n-A&t=1s ________________________________________________________________...

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 will learn more about the origin of its name and how it has changed during the centuries. If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2019/02/23/il-carnevale-popolare-festa-italiana/ Read also the English version: https://ilazed.co...

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 they are still popular, and they still have a certain charm, especially on the little ones. Listen to this podcast to discover these masks and their peculiarity! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2020/02/08/le-maschere-di...

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 every year in the homonymous city of Sanremo. This Festival is a big event, and entire Italy will be focused on it for at least a week. If you want to know more about keep listening! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2019...

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 more polite answer, til the rudest one. If you need to read the script you can take a look at my video on YouTube and read the subtitles! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ On my...

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 a little tip/exercise to practice you listening skills! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2020/01/25/i-filler-italiani/ You can also take a look at the Englisj version: https://ilazed.com/2020/01/25/the-italian-fillers...

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 their Italian basis. If you need to watch the video and to read what I say click the link, you can follow my lessons and read the subtitles! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOquFvvHhZo In this podcast you will listen to the second lesson of my video cour...

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 the same, and in today’s podcast, I will explain these two verbs, and in particular Rendere, because it is less known. If you want to learn more about the Italian language, keep listening to it! If you need the script you can find in on my blog: https:...

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 Italian basis In this podcast you will listen to the first lesson of my video course "Italian for beginners with a native speaker" that you can find on the Udemy platform. Click the following link to get my video course with a super discount! Only 9...

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 to it to know more about this holiday! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/29/capodanno-in-italia/ English version here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/28/new-year-in-italy/ On my website www.ilazed.com you can find man...

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 to it to know more about this holiday! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/15/il-natale-in-italia/ English version here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/15/christmas-in-italy/ On my website www.ilazed.com you can find ma...

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 kids look forward to. It is dedicated to them and to all the adults who still feel like kids. This show is called Zecchino d’Oro, and it comes every year between late November and the beginning of December. Read the following text to discover more about i...

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. Ready to discover more? If you need the script click here: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/23/serata-a-tema-italiano/ On my website www.ilazed.com you can find many free resources and exercises to practice! And you can also find the English version of my b...

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 those verbs that have different meanings, depending on the context. So, if you are interested and you want to know all the uses of this verb, keep listening to this audio! You can read the script of this podcast here: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/17/gli...

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 list come from influential institutions; this is the reason why you can use them being sure that the information you will find valid and correct. Enjoy the podcast! If you need the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/09/4-free-re...

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 curious? Listen to podcast! If you need to read the script you can find it here: https://ilazed.com/2018/12/19/zona-e-il-mondo-degli-zicchini/ Read the article in English: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/02/zona-e-il-mondo-degli-zicchini-2/ If you are int...

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 have not Halloween but two important festivities more or less at the same time of the year, they are very ancient and mean a lot to us! Read the following text to know more about our traditions! If you need the script you can find it here! https://il...

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 my students who lives and works in Italy, and she was very curious about this sentence she hear all the time: Ci mancherebbe! If you need the script of this podcast click the following link: https://ilazed.com/2019/10/20/cosa-significa-ci-mancherebbe/...

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 understand the words deeply. In this article I also highlight the difference between the monolingual and the bilingual dictionary, explaining why and when you should use one or the other kind of tool. If you need the script of this audio you can find i...

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 which synonyms you can use instead! This episode will be very interesting, so keep listening! If you need the script you can click the following link https://ilazed.com/2019/10/05/laggettivo-vecchio-in-italiano/ On my website www.ilazed.com you can find othe...