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Are you struggling to perfect your Italian grammar skills? Below, Italian teacher Nadia B. highlights the 10 most common grammar mistakes to help you get on the path to success... Italian is a beautiful language that is loved by many. However, even the most fluent speakers make mistakes occasionally.  Here are the 10 most common Italian grammar mistakes. Don't worry, though - with a little practice, you can avoid them all! What Are the 10 Most Common Grammar Mistakes? The most com

Are you considering learning a new language, but you’re not sure which one to choose? For many people, the hardest step in learning a foreign language is actually choosing which language to learn. We’ll make it easy for you—choose Italian! Italian is a romance language spoken by over 60 million people around the world. Not only is it a relatively easy and fun language to learn, but it’s also one of the most beneficial languages to study. Don’t believe us? Check out these 10 aw

Can you count to 10, 20, or 30 in Italian? Below, Italian teacher Nadia B. shares some fun Italian games that will help students learn numbers... Learning numbers in Italian is as simple as uno, due, tre. From referencing amounts to sharing phone numbers, learning the Italian numbers will serve you well. Play the following Italian games with your instructor or friends to help you learn and memorize the numbers--and before you know it, you'll be using numbers with ease! 1. Bingo An o

Have you considered learning how to speak Italian? While taking Italian lessons with an experienced teacher is certainly a good idea, language-learning books can be a great supplement to traditional classes. Reading Italian books - particularly Italian books that are meant to teach the language to beginners - is a great way to boost your skills and proficiency in this language.  In fact, many teachers encourage or even require their students to utilize Italian books while not in class

One of the keys to learning Italian is practice. Below, Italian teacher Nadia B. provides some quick and easy Italian grammar exercises to help get you on the road to success... When it comes to learning a new language, grammar can often be one of the most difficult parts. It can be hard to keep track of all the different rules and exceptions, and even when you think you've finally mastered a concept, you find out there's another rule that completely changes everything.  If you're curre

Do you ever get the feeling that you don’t REALLY belong in the land of big macs and slurpees? Sure, you love living in the land of opportunity and there are things in the U.S. that you couldn't imagine living without. That being said, you’re ready for a change. Don’t worry, there’s a country that perfectly matches your personality—no matter how quirky or eccentric you are. Take this fun and easy quiz to see where you should live. Before you pack your bags and board

Don't pick up any grammatical bad habits when visiting abroad. Below, Italian teacher Giulio G. shares 5 common Italian grammar mistakes natives often make... Spending your vacation in Italy is amazing, both for the breathtaking landscapes and the opportunity to improve your Italian language skills. When learning Italian through immersion, however, it’s necessary to know that even native speakers make some pronunciation and grammar mistakes. It is extremely important to recogn

Italy, the land of contemporary fashion, historical art and... men who adore their mothers, hand-gesturing enthusiasts, and gatherings about Dante? Actually, yes! While most Italian stereotypes are inaccurate--for example, all Italians are not mobsters and the men don't look like Super Mario--there are a handful of stereotypes that hold some small kernel of truth. Below are the 10 most common Italian stereotypes that are actually true. Looking to learn Italian? Practice along wit

Did you know that in Brazil its bad luck to let your wallet or purse hit the floor, as it means you’ll lose money? Or that in France it’s actually good luck to step in dog poop with your left foot? Like many countries, Italy has its fair share of wacky traditions and superstitions. In fact, Italy is said to be one of the most superstitious countries in the world. Below, we explore the 15 strangest Italian traditions and superstitions. Review this list before traveling to Italy to m

Many beginning Italian students ask, "How do I talk about my family in Italian?" If you're asking the same question, you've come to the right place! Family plays a big role in the Italian culture, so you should certainly learn the words and phrases for describing yours. As you continue to learn the Italian language and culture, you’ll start to understand the importance of la famiglia. And soon you’ll be asked to describe your family to others. Review the helpful Italian phrase