Valentina Nicastro
Answering the phone in a language that’s not your native one can be pretty intimidating, right? It’s just you and the voice on the other end, with no facial expressions or hand gestures to lean on. This takes me back to my first time picking up a call in English – boy, was I a …
It’s that time of the year when il tempo (the weather) often turns foggy and grey and la pioggia (the rain) makes its appearance, forcing us to seek shelter under un ombrello (an umbrella) or in the protective embrace of un impermeabile (a raincoat). The previsioni del tempo (the weather forecast) may be our guide, …
In Italy, February isn’t just the month of love and carnival—it’s Sanremo time! Il Festival di Sanremo, officially known as Il Festival della Canzone Italiana, is the nation’s biggest music event —the one show that can glue the entire country to their TVs (even the haters will be watching it, they just won’t admit it!). …
Knowing how to say “I don’t know” in Italian is an essential skill for communicating because it can be a lifesaver in various situations. Whether you’re a tourist navigating the streets of Italy, a student engaging in conversation with native speakers, or a professional in an Italian-speaking environment, knowing how to candidly admit that you …
11 consigli utili per noleggiare una macchina in Italia The burning question that many confront while planning their trip to Italy is whether they should rent a car or not. And this contemplation is well-founded, considering Italy’s incredibly diverse landscape that offers an ideal setting for thrilling road trip adventures. Quando si pianifica un viaggio …
Natale: differenze tra Italia e Stati Uniti Christmas is recognised as a national holiday and celebrated in many countries and cultures across the globe. Christmas festivities in the United States are not the same as the festivities in Italy. In many ways, the holiday season is very similar, but in some of the finer details …