Learn Italiano

E20: How to Exchange Money in Italy

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 09:38:37 -0300

While traveling abroad, you may find yourself in need of more cash – given that cash is still widely accepted and very useful throughout Italy, particularly at markets – this episode will give you the know-how to exchange currency at the bank.

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E19: Grocery Shopping in Italy

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:46:23 -0400

Whether you need to grab a couple of things, shop for a longer stay or dinner party, learning how to buy groceries at the market or specialty shops in Italy is useful. This episode covers all the bases to help you get by!

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E18: A Museum Visit in Florence

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 06:57:00 -0400

Florence is one of Italy's most popular and beautiful cities, especially beloved amongst those who appreciate art and culture. In this episode, you'll listen to a conversation about purchasing tickets for entry into the Uffizi Gallery and spending a lovely day in Florence.

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E17: At the Train Station

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:31:37 -0400

Train travel in Italy is both common and comfortable, but the stations can be quite chaotic. This conversation will familiarize you with helpful vocab and phrases for traveling by train in any Italian city.

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E16: Going to a Football Game in Italy

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:02:41 -0400

Football (soccer) in Italy is more than just a sport to most. Going to a game at any stadium in the country is truly a cultural experience. In this episode, you'll learn terms and phrases useful for attending a match on your next trip!

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E15: Going to the Pharmacy

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 09:06:26 -0400

If you're feeling under the weather, head to any of the many pharmacies in Italy – indicated by the green cross symbol. Pharmacists can provide advice, medicine, and other toiletries to meet your needs. This episode will help you have the conversation!

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E14: Going to the Gym + Fitness Resolutions

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:00:34 -0400

Often, New Year's resolutions involve fitness. So, whether for the start of the year – or any other time – this episode teaches you different words and phrases for going to the gym or a workout class in Italian.

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E13: Planning a New Year's Eve Party

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:00:12 -0400

Planning a party to ring in the New Year? Listen to this short conversation between friends to learn the lingo for hosting your own festa – whether it's for New Year's Eve or any other time of the year. Buon Anno!

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E12: Italian Christmas Traditions

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:08:15 -0400

From the North to the South, different regions of Italy each have their own holiday traditions. In this episode, you'll learn about some of those traditions: from Christmas Eve or Day feasts, to festive markets in the weeks before, to the Epiphany celebration that rounds out the holiday season.

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E11: Shopping for Gifts in Italy

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:23:02 -0400

Whether for Christmas, a birthday, or just because... shopping for gifts in Italy is a must. This episode will teach you verbiage for all sorts of gifts you might be shopping for, as well as useful phrases to help you converse with a shop owner during check-out.

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E10: Taking a Road Trip in Italy

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:38:18 -0400

The beauty of Italy is the ability to escape the city on the weekends – whether by car or train, to the mountains or seaside. In this episode, listen to a conversation that'll equip you to take a road trip in Italy during your next visit.

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E9: At the Airport in Italy

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:12:52 -0400

A useful conversation to prepare you for a conversation in Italian at the airport on your next trip to (or from) Italy. The airport is a *great* place to practice your Italian! Try out some of these phrases next time you're there.

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E8: Modern History of the Roman Colosseum

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:54:00 -0400

In this episode, you'll learn about the modern history of one of the most wondrous architectural constructions in the world – and a symbol of Italy within its capital city: The Roman Colosseum. Let us know in the comments if you've been to Rome and visited the Colosseum or preparing to visit soon!

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E7: Getting a Haircut in Italy

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:32:36 -0400

If you're looking to visit a hair salon during your trip to Italy, this episode will equip you with the vocabulary and phrases to get the cut you want. Put what you learn to the test next time you're in the Bel Paese.

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E6: How to Order Coffee in Italy

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:20:53 -0400

Coffee is a culture of its own in Italy! Learn the different types of coffee options, how to order it the way you like it – even with non-dairy milk – and more useful bits to help you order at the bar like a native.

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E5: How to Talk About Your Day in Italian

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:36:15 -0300

Whether in casual conversation with a friend or a stranger at the bar, this episode will help you learn some useful phrases to talk about your day to someone. Useful things like: eating breakfast, exercising, taking a walk by the river, going to work, and much more.

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E4: Origins of Italian Wine Culture

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:50:00 -0300

Better your listening comprehension by learning about the history and culture of Italian wines. In this episode – entirely in Italian – we share some background on Italian viniculture before journeying through each region and the wines for which they're known. Salute!

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E3: Check-In at Your Hotel in Italy

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:53:20 -0300

Checking in to a hotel in Italy and asking the receptionist for some recommendations will come in handy during your next stay! Put the terms and phrases from this episode into practice on your next visit.

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E2: Going to the Beach in Italy

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:00:01 -0300

Italians do a day at the beach a little bit differently... This episode will prepare you to soak up the sun and enjoy the Italian seaside with ease during your next trip!

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E1: How to Order Aperitivo in Italy

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:57:20 -0300

This short conversation will help you feel confident when ordering and enjoying aperitivo the next time you're in Italy!

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