Let’s face it: unless you’re a geologist, rock names are nowhere near the top of your Italian vocabulary list. But then it happens. You’re strolling through a charming cobblestone piazza or hiking a rugged mountain trail and wonder, “What is a rock called in Italian?” The problem is, there’s no single word for rock, so …
While English is widely spoken in airports (and you can always get by with some hand gestures), knowing a bit of Italian can make your airport experiences in Italy feel far more confident and enjoyable. Plus, locals will certainly appreciate the effort! So, whether you’re checking in for a flight to Milan or landing in …
Whether you’re texting your crush, flirting over a delicious espresso or simply letting a dear friend know how you feel, mastering how to say “I like you” in Italian is super important. Most people who have studied the language of love will agree that there is just something about Italian that makes even the simplest …
Robert De Niro. Stanley Tucci. Sylvester Stallone. When the conversation turns to celebrities with Italian heritage, it’s always the usual suspects that come to mind, isn’t it? But for every star with a clearly Italian surname, there’s another whose roots are much less apparent. From music icons to cinema legends, here are 15 celebrities you …
These days, it’s not uncommon to hear people in Italy say “no problem,” but if you really want to blend in, you need the local expressions. Imagine you are in Venice and someone bumps into you while running to catch a vaporetto. Instead of just smiling, how do you tell them it’s totally fine in …
If you happen to feel unwell while traveling in Italy, your first stop is probably going to be a pharmacy: look for a glowing green cross, head to the counter, explain your symptoms, and most of the time you’ll walk out with something that gets you back to sightseeing in no time. And if things …