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Blend in more easily in Italy by following Italian etiquette. Learn about the dos and don’ts for eating and socialising, plus some practical phrases. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-etiquette Today's Italian words: Salute! = Cheers! Vorrei provare un piatto tipico = I’d like to try a typical dish Vorrei prenotare per le otto = I’d look to book for eight o’clock Grazie per la bella serata = Thank you for the lovely evening Sono vegetariano, cosa mi consiglia? = I’m vegetarian, what do you recommend for me?

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

Not sure how to respond in Italian? Use ‘altrettanto’ to have an instant reply in these everyday situations! Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/altrettanto-in-italian Today's Italian words: Altrettanto = You too / same to you / likewise Buona giornata = Have a good day Buona serata = Have a good evening Buona domenica = Have a good Sunday Buon weekend = Have a good weekend Buon viaggio = Have a good trip Buon lavoro= Good luck with your work (lit. good work)

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

_Learn how to say “suitcase” in Italian and other useful words and phrases for travelling around Italy. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/suitcase-in-italian Today's Italian words: Dobbiamo fare le valigie = We need to pack (lit. do the suitcases) Il mio zaino è pronto = My backpack is ready La crema solare = Sun cream Il fon = Hairdryer Una giacca leggera = A light jacket Delle scarpe comode = Some light shoes

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

Confused by Italian prepositions? Don't worry! Here you’ll learn them in a simple way, so you can feel more confident using them in conversation with Italians. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/italian-prepositions Today's Italian words: Un piatto di pasta = A plate of pasta Sono di San Francisco = I’m from San Francisco (lit. “of” San Francisco) Il nostro hotel è a Roma = Our hotel is in Rome (lit. “at” Rome) Il ristorante è lontano da qui? = Is the restaurant far from here? Questo treno va da Milano a Napoli = This train goes from Milan to Naples Aspettiamo da 20 minuti = We’ve been waiting for 20 minutes (lit. we wait “from” 20 minutes) Andiamo in macchina = We’re going by car (lit. “in” car) Un tavolo per due = A table for two Vado al mercato per comprare la frutta = I’m going to the market (in order) to buy fruit È sul menù = It’s on the menu Una guida sulla città = A guide about the city (lit. “on” the city) Tra due città = Between two cities Il supermercato chiude tra 30 minuti = The supermarket closes in 30 minutes (lit. “between”)

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Learn how to talk about your jobs in Italian, past or present, with words and phrases for this common conversation topic. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Jobs-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Sono in pensione = I’m retired Sono in pensione, ma ero insegnante = I’m retired, but I was a teacher Che lavoro fai = What job do you do? Sono video editor = I’m a video editor Sei anche cuoco = You’re also a cook Sei anche manager, insegnante, cameraman = You’re also a manager, teacher, cameraman Ero grafico = I was a graphic designer

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

_You can use some of the most common Italian words to make lots of different phrases. Focusing on these words will help you learn Italian faster. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Most-Common-Italian-Words Today's Italian words: Lo stesso per favore = The same thing please Vorrei prenotare = I’d like to book Altrettanto = The same to you Vorrei questo per favore = I’d like this please

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

There’s not just one word for “great” in Italian that works every time. Here, you’ll learn the different ways to say “great” in Italian and when to use each one. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/great-in-italian Today's Italian words: Ottima idea! = Great idea! È un ottimo ristorante = It’s a great restaurant Ordiniamo una pizza? Perfetto! = Shall we order a pizza? Perfect!

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

Learn how to use dovere in Italian to say what you “have to”, “must” or “should” do, with common phrases and real-life situations you’ll come across in Italy. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/dovere-in-italian Deve cambiare treno = You (formal) have to change train Dobbiamo comprare i biglietti per Napoli = We have to buy the tickets for Naples Devo pagare qui? = Do I have to pay here? Devi prenotare online = You have to book online Devo fare molte cose = I have to do lots of things

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

_Italian adverbs help you add more detail and meaning to your Italian. Here are some of the most common Italian adverbs for everyday conversation and how to use them. _ Sign up to our newsletter and get a weekly lesson: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-adverbs Today's Italian words: Gli italiani parlano velocemente = Italians speak quickly In Italia viaggio facilmente in treno = In Italy, I travel easily by train Generalmente bevo un cappuccino = I generally drink a cappuccino Probabilmente sono negata = I am probably hopeless (feminine)

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

_Learn how to use “with” in Italian to get around Italy, from ordering food and drink to booking places to stay. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/with-in-Italian Una margherita con funghi = A margherita with mushrooms Un toast con prosciutto = A toasted sandwich with ham Un hotel con parcheggio = A hotel with parking Un appartamento con aria condizionata = An apartment with air conditioning Un treno con cambio a Bologna = A train with a change in Bologna

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

_These common Italian phrases go beyond polite basics like “buongiorno” and “grazie” so you can connect with Italians and have friendly, everyday conversations. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/common-italian-phrases-connect-locals Today's Italian words: Nessun problema = No problem Grazie per l’aiuto = Thanks for the help Davvero? = Really? Volentieri = I’d love to Scherzo = Just kidding

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

The Italian verb “potere” means “can”, but it doesn’t always work the same way. Learn how to use it correctly and avoid common mistakes. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-verb-potere Today's Italian words: Posso? = Can I? / May I? Possiamo andare = We can go Puoi prenotare un tavolo per stasera = You can reserve a table for tonight (singular, informal) Potete lasciare le valigie qui= You can leave your luggage here (plural)

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

_In this post, you’ll learn how to say never in Italian using mai, including how to use it in common expressions and the past tense. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/never-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Non faccio mai colazione a casa = I never have (lit. “do”) breakfast at home Non brindo mai con l’acqua = I never say cheers with water Non vado mai in spiaggia in estate = I never go to the beach in summer

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2026

_“Some” comes up all the time in Italy, like when you’re shopping or ordering food. Learn how to say it in Italian with words like “del”, “dei”, “delle” and more. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/some-in-italian Today's Italian words: Degli stuzzichini = some snacks Chiedo delle patatine, delle olive e dei taralli = I’ll ask for some potato chips, some olives and some taralli Della pizza = some pizza Dell’acqua = some water

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2026

_In this post, you’ll learn useful words and phrases for the airport in Italian. They’ll make it easier to ask for help and understand the Italian around you. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/airport-in-italian Today's Italian words: Il gate è aperto = The gate is open I posti = The seats I bagagli = The luggage Aereo = Plane

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2026

How do you say “amazing” in Italian? Here you’ll learn the best word to use, a few common alternatives, and tips on when Italians would actually use them. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Amazing-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Questo risotto è fantastico = This risotto is amazing Questa focaccia è fantastica = This focaccia is amazing Fantastico! - Amazing! È fantastico - That’s (lit. it is) amazing

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2026

_In this post, you’ll learn how to talk about Valentine’s Day in Italian with useful words and phrases. You’ll also see the unique ways Italians celebrate it. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/valentines-day-in-italian Today's Italian words: Festeggiamo San Valentino = We celebrate Valentine’s Day Non festeggiamo San Valentino = We don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day Buon San Valentino = Happy Valentine’s Day Regalare i fiori = To gift flowers Regalare i cioccolatini = To gift little chocolates

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2026

Find out what “magari” in Italian means and how to use it when travelling, with natural phrases Italians actually say. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/magari-in-italian Today's Italian words: Magari possiamo pranzare in quel ristorante sulla spiaggia = Maybe we can have lunch at that restaurant on the beach Magari troviamo un tavolo comunque = Maybe we’ll find a table anyway Magari c'è un tavolo per due = Maybe there’s a table for two

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2026

In Italian, there are two verbs that mean “to be”: essere and stare. When should you use each one? Find out in this simple guide! Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/essere-vs-stare Today's Italian words: Sono felice = I'm happy Sono italiano = I'm Italian (m) Sono alto = I'm tall (m) Sono qui = I'm here Sto bene = I’m well Sto male = I’m not well, literally “I’m bad” Sto meglio = I’m better Stare con le persone = to spend time with people, literally “to stay with people” Stare con la famiglia = to spend time with the family, literally “to stay with the family” Stare zitto = to be quiet, to shut up Stare fermo = to stay still Stare attento = to pay attention, literally “to stay attentive” Stare calmo = to stay calm

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2026

Understand how to use "without" in Italian with practical phrases for everyday situations, like choosing hotels, getting transport and eating out. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/without-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Senza glutine = Without gluten Senza carne = Without meat Un volo senza scalo = A flight without a layover

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2026

Do Italians say please? Learn the 3 most authentic ways to be polite in Italian. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/please-in-italian Today's Italian words: Per piacere = Please (lit. to please) Per favore = Please (lit. for favour) Sì, grazie! = Yes please! (in Italian, we don’t say "per favore" after "sì") Due biglietti, per favore = Two tickets, please (lit. for favour) Un cappuccino, per piacere = A cappuccino, please (lit. to please) Può portare il conto? = Can you bring the bill? Potrebbe portare il conto? = Could you bring the bill?

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2026

Here are 3 common Italian words for beautiful that Italians actually say. You’ll also learn how you can use them in useful phrases for getting around Italy. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-Words-For-Beautiful Today's Italian words: Che bella giornata! = What a beautiful day! Il Duomo è bellissimo = The cathedral is very beautiful La pinacoteca è meravigliosa = The pinacoteca (art museum) is marvellous Il Castello Sforzesco è stupendo = The Sforzesco castle is wonderful (lit. stupendous)

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2026

The best way to learn Italian doesn’t involve memorizing verb lists. Here are 7 effective techniques (in our humble opinion) to get better and better at Italian. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/The-Best-Way-to-Learn-Italian Today's Italian words: Vorrei uno spritz = I’d like a spritz Ho una prenotazione = I have a reservation Sono americano = I am American Vivo in Canada = I live in Canada Vivo in Inghliterra = I live in England

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2025

Learn how to use the Italian verb “sapere” in everyday situations, like asking for info or chatting with locals, plus the common mistakes to avoid. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-verb-sapere Today's Italian words: Non lo so = I don’t know (lit. I don’t know it) Sai dove siamo? = Do you know where we are? So che siamo in centro = I know that we’re in the centre Sai dov'è…? = Do you know where is…?

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2025

Here are the most common phrases to say and reply to Happy New Year in Italian. You’ll also learn about some unique Italian New Year traditions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Happy-New-Year-in-Italian Today's words: Buon anno = Happy New Year (lit. good year) Buon anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. good year new) Felice anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. happy year new) Auguri = Best wishes

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

Family is very important in Italy. Learn how to talk about family in Italian with key words and phrases, plus common mistakes to avoid. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/family-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Mia zia = My aunt Mio zio = My uncle Mia mamma = My mum I miei nipoti = My nieces and nephews Mia cugina = My cousin (female)

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

They don’t just speak Italian in Italy, there are dialects too. Learn common words and phrases from Italian dialects to understand locals better. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/italian-dialects

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

Learn how to use the verb dire (to say, to tell) in the present, past, and future tense, plus common mistakes and useful phrases. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/conjugation-of-dire Today's Italian words: Dico = I say Dici = You say Dice = He/she says Diciamo = We say Diciamo che preferisco Firenze = Let’s say that I prefer Florence

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

There are very specific types of coffee in Italy. Learn how to order coffee in Italian the Italian way, so you can avoid classic tourist mistakes. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/ordering-coffee-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Vorrei un caffè = I’d like an espresso Un caffè macchiato = an espresso with a bit of milk (lit. “stained coffee) Un caffè americano = an americano Un latte macchiato = a hot milk with a bit of coffee (lit. stained milk) Un caffè shakerato = a coffee, sugar and ice (lit. shaken coffee)

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Italian indefinite articles (or words for “a” and “an”) can be tricky in Italian because there are four ways to say them. Here’s how to use each one. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-indefinite-articles Today's Italian words: Prendiamo un tagliere di formaggi? = Shall we order (lit. we take) a cheese board? Prendiamo anche una focaccia e un’acqua frizzante? = Shall we also order (lit. we take) a focaccia and a sparkling water? Prendo uno spritz = I’ll order (lit. I take) a spritz

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

The Italian verb venire (to come) pops up all the time in Italian. See how to use it in the present, past and future tenses. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-verb-venire Today's Italian words: Io e mia mamma veniamo in stazione = My mum and I are coming to the station Ma viene anche mia sorella! = But my sister is also coming! Ma se venite in macchina c'è traffico = But if you (plural) come by car there’s traffic Vengo in metro: è comoda = I’m coming by metro: it’s convenient

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

Learn how to say “get well soon” in Italian with these 3 friendly phrases. Perfect for showing care and connecting with Italians. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/get-well-soon-in-italian Today's Italian words: Rimettiti = Get well soon (lit. reput yourself) Riprenditi = Get well soon (lit. get back yourself) Riposati = Get well soon (lit. rest yourself)

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

Some Italian words confuse tourists because they’re hard to translate. Find out the meanings of these 7 everyday, untranslatable Italian words and expressions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/untranslatable-Italian-words Today's Italian words: Fare un giro = To go for a walk Apericena = Drinks and snacks for dinner (lit. aperitif dinner) Stuzzichini = Little snacks Fare la scarpetta = To mop up food with bread (lit. to do the little shoe) Boh = I don’t know Buon lavoro = Have a good day at work (lit. good work) Mamma mia, che caldo = My goodness (lit. my mother), how hot

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

There are actually 3 ways to say so in Italian: quindi, allora and così. Find out when you should use each one so your Italian can sound more natural. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/so-in-Italian-explained Today's Italian words: Troppi turisti, quindi troppe file = Too many tourists, so too many lines Così così = So so Ok...allora il consiglio è... non andare a Venezia! = Ok, so the advice is, don’t go to Venice! Può andare a Treviso, così vede Venezia in giornata = She can go to Treviso, so she can see Venice during the day

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

_You need the Italian irregular verbs fare, andare and venire for all kinds of conversations. Learn their forms to use them correctly and avoid mistakes. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/fare-andare-venire Today's Italian words: Matteo, vieni un secondo? = Matteo, can you come here for a second? (lit. you come here a second) Faccio una lista di idee… domani vengono Laura e John = I’m making a list of ideas…tomorrow Laura and John are coming. Quindi, dove andiamo? = So, where are we going?

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2025

_How do you say yummy in Italian? Learn the everyday, common expressions Italians use so you can join their food chats (and why you shouldn’t say delizioso). _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Yummy-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Buono = Yummy (lit. good, masculine) Buona = Yummy (lit. good, feminine) Che buono = Yummy (lit. how good, masculine) Che buona = Yummy (lit. how good, feminine) Buonissimo = Very yummy (lit. very good, masculine) Buonissima = Very yummy (lit. very good, feminine)

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2025

Dare is one of the most common Italian words. Learn how to conjugate it in the present, past and future and how to use it in common Italian expressions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Dare-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Mi dai una mano? = Can you give me a hand? Non danno il menù = They don’t give the menu Se mi dai un minuto… = If you give me a minute… Ti do l’indirizzo = I give you the address Mi piace dare consigli sul cibo = I like to give food recommendations

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2025

What do you do every day? Here you’ll learn those routine Italian words and phrases you absolutely have to know! Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/everyday-italian-phrases Today's Italian words: Ogni giorno = Every day Ogni giorno mi sveglio presto = Every day I wake up early Sempre = Always Spesso = Often Di solito = Usually A volte = Sometimes Fare colazione = To have breakfast Mai = Never Alle nove = At nine

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2025

_Italians have lots of fun ways to say and reply to “good luck” in Italian. Here, you’ll find out what they are so you can start using them in Italy. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/good-luck-in-italian Today's Italian words: In bocca al lupo = Good luck (lit. into the wolf’s mouth) Buona fortuna = Good luck Crepi! = Thank you! (reply to in bocca al lupo, lit. may it die!) In culo alla balena = Good luck (lit. in the whale’s butt)

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2025

_If you understand Italian but find it hard to speak, you’re not alone. Here are 5 common reasons and easy tips to help you get better at speaking Italian. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/understand-italian-but-cant-speak-it Today's Italian words: Scusi, un minuto = Excuse me (formal), one minute Provo in italiano = I’ll try in Italian Tutto bene = All good Ci vediamo = See you later

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2025

50 useful Italian words and phrases to know to get around Italy. From shopping and eating out to chatting and getting information. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-Words-and-Phrases Today's Italian words: C'è il Wi-fi qui? = Is there Wi-Fi here? Do un'occhiata, grazie! = Just looking, thank you! Scusi, è questa la fila per entrare? = Excuse me, is this the line to get in? Quanto dista? = How far away is it? Posso pagare con la carta? = Can I pay by card? Ecco qui. = Here you go.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

Excuse me in Italian might seem simple, but there are actually four ways to say it. Here’s when and how to use each one, so you’ll always get it right in Italy. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/excuse-me-in-italian Today's Italian words: Scusi, il conto per favore = Excuse me (formal), the bill please Scusi, è libero? = Excuse me (formal), is it free? Scusa Matteo, dove sono i biglietti? = Sorry Matteo, where are the tickets? Scusate, siete in fila? = Excuse me (you plural), are you in the line? Scusate, è questo il treno per Bologna? = Excuse me (you plural), is this the train for Bologna?

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

_Bad at Italian? Perfetto! Here's how being bad at Italian can actually help you, with some useful tips and practical phrases. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/am-i-bad-at-italian Today's Italian words: Perché ti piace l’Italia? = Why do you like Italy? Perché ho origini italiane = Because I have Italian origins Perché mi piace la gente = Because I like the people Posso provare in italiano? = Can I try in Italian? Ha tempo? = Do you (formal) have time? Hai tempo? = Do you (informal) have time? Sto imparando = I’m learning Sono principiante = I’m a beginner Grazie per la pazienza = Thank you for your patience Come si dice…? = How do you say…? Non ricordo la parola per… = I don’t remember the word for… La mia memoria! = My memory!

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025

_Italian festivals are a great way to enjoy real Italian culture. Here are the best Italian festivals, plus some useful phrases to help you join in the fun. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/italian-festivals Today's Italian words: Vengo in Italia il prossimo weekend = I’m coming to Italy next weekend Ci sono dei festival interessanti? = are there any interesting festivals? Le sagre = Typical Italian Food Festivals Un paesino = A small town Il cibo locale = Local food

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

_Learn the three forms of “you” in Italian and when to use each one, so you get the right tone every time you’re chatting with Italians. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/you-in-italian Today's Italian words: Hai una penna? = Do you (informal) have a pen? Preferisci mangiare dentro o fuori? = Do you (informal) prefer to eat inside or outside? Ha un sacchetto? = Do you (formal) have a bag? Volete un dolce? = Do you (plural) want a dessert? Preferite acqua naturale o frizzante? = Do you (plural) prefer still or sparkling water? Cerca qualcosa in particolare? = Are you (formal) looking for something in particular? Vuoi un gelato? = Do you (informal) want an ice-cream?

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2025

_Is reading Italian books a good idea? We think so, if you pick the right ones. Here are 5 tips on what you should be reading in Italian. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-books Today's Italian words: Leggono libri scritti per italiani = They read books written for Italians Cercano tutte le parole = They look up all the words Scelgono libri per bambini = They choose books for children Leggono storie noiose = They choose boring stories

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

How do you say “Happy birthday” in Italian? Learn the phrases Italians actually use, pronunciation tips, and 2 quite unique birthday traditions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/happy-birthday-in-italian Today's Italian words: Buon compleanno! = Happy birthday Tanti auguri! = Happy birthday (lit. many wishes) Quando festeggiamo? = When are we celebrating?

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

There’s one simple way to say “let’s go” in Italian, but you’ll also want to know how to say (and use) the other expressions that Italians use all the time. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/lets-go-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Andiamo al cinema! = Let’s go to the cinema! Andiamo al museo! = Let’s go to the museum! Andiamo a casa! = Let’s go home! Andiamo a mangiare una pizza! = Let’s go eat a pizza! Andiamo a vedere la piazza! = Let’s go see the square!

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

_What Italian restaurant phrases will you actually hear in Italy? Learn what waiters really say, plus some cultural tips. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/Italian-Restaurant-Phrases Today's Italian words: Avete prenotato? = Have you booked? Arrivo subito = I’ll be right with you Prego, di qua = Please this way Ecco il menu = Here’s the menu Porto qualcosa da bere intanto? = Can I get you something to drink in the meantime? Ambiente o fredda? = Room temperature or cold? Volete ordinare? = Do you want to order?

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

How do you say have fun in Italian? Spoiler: you don’t even use the word have. Learn the right (and wrong) phrases to use instead Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bonus materials for this episode: https://italian.joyoflanguages.com/podcast/have-fun-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Buon divertimento = Have fun (lit. good fun) Divertiti = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourself) Divertitevi = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourselves)

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025