Italian Word of the Day: Casa (house / home)

They say that home is where the heart is, and this couldn’t be truer in Italy where family always comes first. There is one word in Italian that covers both the words “home” and “house” and that is casa. casa house / home Here are the definite and indefinite articles used with the feminine noun …

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Italian Word of the Day: Grissino (breadstick)

Breadsticks, or grissini as they are known in Italy, are a staple of the Italian diet. When I used to live in Turin, my mother-in-law would always make sure to put a full jar of grissini on the table, just in case Mat and I were feeling peckish before or after supper. Needless to say, …

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What does “amore” mean? – The Italian word for “love”

Perhaps a seductive signore (gentleman) or sassy signorina (miss) has swept you off your feet. Or maybe you are simply a sucker for romance. Whatever your reasons for wanting to learn how to express your romantic feelings in Italian, we are here to help you do it properly! The meaning of amore – The noun …

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