As a self-proclaimed language geek, I am constantly on the lookout for new and innovative methods to improve my language skills, especially those that allow me to save oodles of time and streamline the learning process. I first discovered LingQ (pronounced ‘link’) while watching an episode of Podcast Italiano in which the host, Davide, interviews …
In Italian, there are two main ways to translate the expression “I would like…” This is because “I would like…” actually has two subtly different meanings. On one hand, we use “I would like…” to say that it would please us to do something, even if that thing may not feasible at that moment in …
If you are learning Italian and thinking of studying another language at the same time, one of the easiest you can choose is French. Although they share many similar characteristics due to their shared Latin heritage, there is enough that sets them apart to keep you entertained and challenged. Here are just a handful of …
Two Italian words that many people have heard before, even if they aren’t actively studying the language of love, are bellissimo and bellissima. Curious to find out what they mean? Then keep on reading! The Meaning of Bellissimo Bellissimo is the absolute superlative of bello, a masculine adjective that can translate in numerous ways including …
If you are planning to travel to Italy, it is a good idea to learn the language, even if it is just a few basic phrases to help you navigate day-to-day life. One of the best places to start is with greetings, such as learning how to say Good morning! in Italian. Note: In Italian, …
Italian verbs can be divided into three groups, classified according to the ending of their infinitive forms: -are, -ere and -ire. Today we’re going to take a closer look at the -are group, otherwise known as the “first conjugation”. How to conjugate -ARE verbs in Italian In order to conjugate verbs in the -are group, …