Easter, known as Pasqua in Italy, stands as a cornerstone of the nation’s festive calendar alongside Christmas. Think of it as a mosaic of traditions, flavours, and spirituality, culminating in joyous celebrations, with schools closing their doors and families eagerly anticipating the reunions that await them. Insieme al Natale, Pasqua è la festa più importante …
So, you’re hanging out with your Italian buddies, and suddenly they drop a bombshell by putting a flea in your ear! And just when you thought things couldn’t get any crazier, they start talking about making someone see green rats! Welcome to the wild world of Italian animal idioms! From verbs to adjectives, slang words …
Italians are well-known for savouring life and making the most of their days. This is likely why the term “enjoy” in Italian has numerous variations, each tailored to different moments or situations when someone wants to relish an experience. Let’s delve into the most common ways to express “enjoy” in Italian, exploring each term’s specific …
Being a visual language learner, I’m constantly seeking out new apps that can make the language learning process as effortless and enjoyable as possible. To achieve this, I integrate various forms of entertainment into my daily routine. Ask anyone, and they’ll tell you that I consistently have Radio Italia playing in the background while I …
In English, there are numerous ways to address a friend, right? Well, the same goes for Italy. However, let’s zero in on a few terms – the ones Italians kick off their conversations with friends. It’s all in a friendly spirit, so if you happen to strike up a friendship with an Italian, you can …
Meat ragù, also known as Bolognese sauce, is one of the most renowned condiments not only in Italy but around the world. Il ragù di carne, noto anche come sugo alla bolognese, rappresenta uno dei condimenti più celebri non solo in Italia, ma in tutto il mondo. Ragù typically consists of a tomato sauce and …