Ferragosto is an Italian national holiday celebrated on August 15th that marks the peak of summer. It’s a day when the ordinary takes a break, letting the joys of life grab the spotlight – think day adventures, BBQ feasts, beachside bonfires, and firework shows with family and friends. Ferragosto è una festa nazionale che cade …
Ah, the joyous summer season! A time of carefree days filled with sunshine, travel and thrilling escapades. Of endless gelato indulgence and panini feasts at the autogrill (motorway service area) as we travel to our summer havens. Of romantic moonlit strolls hand in hand with someone special and delightful al fresco dinners in the company …
Since launching Daily Italian Words back in 2019, I have been deeply moved by the overwhelming number of emails we have received from individuals sharing their personal motivations for learning the Italian language. Some of you have humbly shared the tale of growing up in an Italian-immigrant household, where the use of the language was …
Cosa si mangia in Italia nelle occasioni speciali Italians are masters in the art of celebrating special occasions, and food consistently takes on a pivotal role. Whether it’s a wedding, graduation, or any significant event, food always steals the show, bringing people together and forging indelible memories. Gli italiani sono maestri nell’arte di far festa …
When it comes to nicknames and giving funny names to lovers, friends, or acquaintances, Italians are the undisputed experts. This is a common practice in Italy, and nobody can escape it. Sooner or later, you’ll find yourself with a new nickname, and whether you like it or not is mostly a matter of luck! With …
When we answer the phone in English, and we don’t know who the caller is on the other end, we almost always start the conversation with the word “Hello?” with a rising intonation. Italians, on the other hand, will always respond with the word “pronto” which literally means “ready” or in this specific case, “ready …