Valentina Nicastro
Ah, that feeling of bubbling excitement when we’re eagerly looking forward to something! Maybe it’s a trip, a delicious meal, or meeting up with friends. How do you convey that enthusiasm in Italian? Let me share a little secret: if you’ve been translating “I can’t wait” in Italian as Non posso aspettare, you might have …
In Italy you’ll often hear the saying La famiglia viene prima di tutto (family comes before everything). And boy, do we mean it! In Italy, la famiglia (family) isn’t just a concept; it’s the centerpiece of life. Picture lively gatherings during the feste comandate (major bank holidays) sprinkled with the occasional dash of drama, nonni …
In life’s journey, we all face those inevitable moments of doubt and hesitation. Whether it’s embarking on a new venture, grappling with the complexities of a foreign language, or chasing a big dream, the path is rarely straight or easy. And sometimes, the right words spoken at the right time can light our way during …
There are those who devour their meals a quattro palmenti (with a hearty appetite) and those who delicately nibble at their plates come un uccellino (like a little bird); there are those known to be una buona forchetta (foodies) and then there are the health-conscious souls who opt for dining lightly and early, striving to …
Easter, known as Pasqua in Italy, stands as a cornerstone of the nation’s festive calendar alongside Christmas. Think of it as a mosaic of traditions, flavours, and spirituality, culminating in joyous celebrations, with schools closing their doors and families eagerly anticipating the reunions that await them. Insieme al Natale, Pasqua è la festa più importante …
So, you’re hanging out with your Italian buddies, and suddenly they drop a bombshell by putting a flea in your ear! And just when you thought things couldn’t get any crazier, they start talking about making someone see green rats! Welcome to the wild world of Italian animal idioms! From verbs to adjectives, slang words …