We say “a lot”… well, a lot! We eat a lot. Laugh a lot. Binge-watch a lot of TV series. It’s one of those everyday expressions we use all the time without even thinking about it. But when it comes to saying it in Italian, you might suddenly realise you don’t actually know that many …
So, you get asked Come stai? and before you can think, you’ve already replied Tutto bene. Sure, it’s the classic. It works perfectly fine. But if that’s what you say every single time, it can start to feel a little boring. After all, “I’m fine” can hide different meanings: really good, kind of okay, stressed …
When it comes to choosing an Italian name for your little one, you’ve probably heard the usual suspects – Maria, Gina, Michele, Giovanni, etc. Classic? Absolutely. But if you’re looking for something more distinctive, then you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up 20 unique Italian names that catch your ear without sounding out of …
With so many resources available today, learning all about Italy before your trip has never been easier. But no matter how much research you do, there are still a few classic mistakes that even the most prepared travelers can make. To help you truly blend in with the locals, I’ve put together a list of …
If you think grazie in Italian is just the word to thank someone, think again! From genuine appreciation to sarcastic remarks and even playful jabs, grazie can take on many different meanings, popping up in a wide range of expressions that are frequently used in everyday conversations. Below, I’ll share 11 classics phrases with grazie …
There’s no doubt about it: the Italian language loves vowels. You can hear it in the rhythm of everyday conversation. You feel it in the smooth flow of a simple buongiorno, and you definitely see it in the spelling of even the most basic words. Think pane (bread), vino (wine), sole (sun): they all sound …