Valentina Nicastro
To master the art of the chiacchierata (a good old chat), it’s not enough to just study the rules or memorise phrases. You have to physically produce phrases, stumbling over words and feeling a bit clumsy at first (that’s all part of the process!). Don’t get me wrong, grammar is fascinating (who doesn’t love a …
At its core, succedere is a verb that helps us talk about things that happen. But it doesn’t stop there. succedere Before we look at how to use it, there’s one important grammar point to keep in mind: succedere always pairs with essere (to be) in compound tenses (è successo). This is important, because using …
Mossa in Italian can play three different roles: it can be a noun, an adjective, or even the past participle of a verb. What links them all is one central theme: movement, whether literal or figurative. As a noun, it’s feminine: la / una mossa (singular) and le / delle mosse (plural). mossa / mosse …
Simpatico is a word we use all the time in Italian. It sounds like the English word “sympathetic,” right? If only it were that simple! In Italian, simpatico describes someone who is genuinely likable and fun to be around. Think of it as a mix of friendliness, warmth, charm, and a great sense of humor, …
When the temperature starts to drop, you’ll need an extra layer. The problem? Outerwear is a whole vocabulary of its own. There are many names for jackets and coats in Italian, each tied to a specific style, and mixing them up can lead to some confusing shopping moments (like looking for a sleek trench and …
Have you ever walked past an overflowing dumpster in the heat of a summer afternoon? Or perhaps you’ve met someone whose intentions seemed just a little bit… off? If so, you’ve already experienced the essence of today’s word: Puzzare! Pronounced with a distinctive double “zz” (poot-tsah-reh), this is a great Italian word for describing anything …