Episodes

  • 173: But in Italian: When to Use Ma, Però, and More

    173: But in Italian: When to Use Ma, Però, and More
    Feb 18 2025
    Here’s how to use "but" in Italian with ma, però, and more! Learn the differences between ma and però, plus other 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/but-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Roma è bella ma è troppo grande = Rome is beautiful but it’s too big Questo ristorante è buono, ma un po’ caro = This restaurant is good, but a bit expensive Leggo molto, però = I read a lot, though
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    9 mins
  • 172: I Love You in Italian: 7 Romantic Phrases

    172: I Love You in Italian: 7 Romantic Phrases
    Feb 11 2025
    Learn how to say “I love you” in Italian, including a common mistake to avoid. You'll also learn terms of endearment and how to reply. 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/I-love-you-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Anch’io ti amo tanto = I love you too Ciao amore, come stai? = Hello love, how are you? Tesoro, ti adoro! = Darling, I love you
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    10 mins
  • 171: What on Earth are Italian Reflexive Verbs?

    171: What on Earth are Italian Reflexive Verbs?
    Feb 4 2025
    You need Italian reflexive verbs for many things. Like talking about your daily routine, feelings and even saying your name. You’ll learn what they are and how to 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/Italian-Reflexive-Verbs Today's Italian words: Mi sveglio = I wake up (lit. myself I wake) Mi alzo subito = I get up (lit. myself I rise) straight away Mi vesto = I get dressed (lit. myself I dress) Mi rilasso = I relax (lit. myself I relax) Mi faccio un caffè = I make myself a coffee
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    15 mins
  • 170: Learn the Word for Cold in Italian (and Avoid this Mistake)

    170: Learn the Word for Cold in Italian (and Avoid this Mistake)
    Jan 28 2025
    Learn how to say cold in Italian. You’ll see key phrases with the word cold, 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/Cold-in-Italian Today's Italian words: Che freddo! = How cold Hai freddo? = Are you cold? Non fa freddo = It’s not cold Muoio di freddo = I’m dying of cold
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    10 mins
  • 169: How to Say Nice to Meet You in Italian: Formal and Informal

    169: How to Say Nice to Meet You in Italian: Formal and Informal
    Jan 21 2025
    Learn how to say "nice to meet you" in Italian. You’ll see the formal and informal versions, plus how to reply if someone says it to 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/nice-to-meet-you-Italian Today's Italian words: Piacere di conoscerti = Nice to meet you (informal) Piacere di conoscerla = Nice to meet you (formal) Piacere = Nice to meet you
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    7 mins
  • 168: Common Italian Words That Are Actually English

    168: Common Italian Words That Are Actually English
    Jan 14 2025
    There are loads of Italian words that are actually English. See how they’re used in travel, tech, entertainment, and more, plus tips on how to pronounce them the Italian way. 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/English-Italian-words Today's Italian words: Prenotiamo il tour? = Shall we book the tour? Prendiamo un taxi? = Shall we take a taxi? Usiamo il computer? = Shall we use the computer? L’app non funziona = The app doesn’t work Non ho la password del WiFi = I don’t have the WiFi password Che stress! = How stressful!
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    13 mins
  • 167: Why in Italian: How to Say and Use It in Conversation

    167: Why in Italian: How to Say and Use It in Conversation
    Jan 7 2025
    Why in Italian is one simple word. Or you can learn a few extra really common ways to say why to make your Italian sound 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/why-in-Italian Today's Italian words: No, perché? = No, why? Perché il pesce ha un sapore delicato = Because fish has a delicate flavor Come mai non posso bere lo Spritz con la pizza? = How come I can’t drink spritz with pizza? Perché è dolce = Because it’s sweet E perché? = And why?
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    13 mins
  • 166: Learn Italian Fast in 2025: Your 3-Month Action Plan

    166: Learn Italian Fast in 2025: Your 3-Month Action Plan
    Dec 31 2024
    Ready to get serious about your Italian? This structured plan will help you learn Italian fast and improve your conversation skills in just three months! 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/learn-italian-fast Today's Italian words: La routine = (the) routine La pronuncia = (the) pronunciation È tutto = That’s all (lit. “it’s all”) Evvai! = Yey! Ben fatto = Well done Normale = Normal
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    10 mins