Italian is one of the most musical languages in the world. But what are exactly the sounds of this language? Let’s summarize the main ones in the tables below: ALPHABET EXAMPLES PHONETIC TRANSCRIPTION SIMILAR SOUNDS IN ENGLISH A Animale (animal) [ani’male] Cup B Bagaglio (luggage) [ba’gaʎo] Bike C [1] Cane (dog) [‘kane] Cold D …
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Let’s talk about Italian Dialects
As you know, the main language in Italy is Italian. However, if you live in Italy for a while, you’ll soon discover that every Italian region has also many living dialects, each one bearing distinct characteristics, and cultural significance. So, today I’d like to talk a little bit about Italian dialects. Origins and Evolution Italy’s …
Mastering Italian pronunciation, accent and intonation
Are you concerned that your Italian pronunciation doesn’t sound authentic? Language is the ultimate bridge to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Whether you’re learning a foreign language for travel, work, or personal enrichment, mastering accent, pronunciation, and intonation is essential for effective communication. A strong grasp of these aspects not only enhances …
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Italian idioms for new year resolutions
This year is coming to an end and it’s time for us to think about new year resolutions. So, I thought it was a good idea to list some Italian idioms that can be related to new year resolutions someway. 1. CHI LA DURA LA VINCE This Italian idiom is perfect for people who tried …
Traditional recipes from the Marches, Italy
Italy is a land of wonderful landscapes, historic buildings and of incredible artistic works. Italy is also a land where you can find delicious food. It’s not by chance that Pizza, and pasta are the most famous Italian dishes in the world. However, Italians don’t always eat pizza and pasta! In fact, Italy offers a …
