#183: Seven Common Italian Idiomatic Expressions
Italian idioms reflect the country's values, history, and humor, often linked to food, the sea, and social bonds. Learning them will boost fluency and connection with native speakers.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1832. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20 Mars 6min
#182: How to Use the Verb Prefix "Ri-" in Italian
In Italian, the prefix “ri-” conveys the idea of repetition or resumption of an action, similar to the English prefix “re-” in words like redo or review. This small but powerful prefix enhances the meaning of many verbs, making them more dynamic.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1822. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Mars 9min
#181: La Pasqua e la Pasquetta in Italia (Italian Only)
In Italia, la Pasqua è una festa religiosa che celebra la resurrezione di Gesù Cristo, con riti, processioni e pranzi abbondanti in famiglia, mentre il dolce tipico è la colomba.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1812. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 Mars 6min
#180: Seven Ways to Use the Verb "Andare"
Learn seven Italian ways to use the verb “andare” (to go), drawn from everyday expressions. Each phrase comes with examples and translations to clarify its context.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1802. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27 Feb 7min
#179: The Difference Between "Scusi" and "Scusa"
In Italian, words like “scusi” and “scusa” are commonly used to apologize or to express regret, but they each have specific uses and contexts.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1792. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25 Feb 5min
#178: Three Meanings of the Italian Word "Gli"
The Italian word “gli” has three main uses, each with different meanings depending on its role in the sentence. In this lesson you’ll get a breakdown of each meaning with examples.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1782. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20 Feb 5min
#177: Verbs Followed by the Preposition "Per"
In Italian, some verbs naturally pair with the preposition “per” to convey specific meanings. This usage often expresses purpose, reason, or cause, similar to saying “for” in English.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1772. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 Feb 6min
#176: Describing Ownership with the Preposition "Di"
In Italian, ownership can be expressed using the following structure: noun/object being owned + di + owner. This structure applies to names, family members, groups, and descriptive relationships.Start learning Italian today!1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1762. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint3. Subscribe to the YouTube lessons: https://www.youtube.com/italianmattersThe goal of the Italian Matters Language and Culture School is to help English speakers build fluency and confidence to speak the Italian language through support, feedback, and accountability. The primary focus is on empowering Italian learners to speak clearly and sound natural so they can easily have conversations in Italian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Feb 5min
