Coffee Break Italian

New mini-series! Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break Italian Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Italian.But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes to help you take your Italian to the next level. For everything you need to know about this mini series and how to take part in the competition, click here.We hope you enjoy la fantastica Caccia al Tesoro di Coffee Break 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready to learn new idioms in Italian? In this mini espresso lesson, Michela explores some Italian idioms inspired by animals, gli animali. 🐾 Just like in English, animals in Italian are used to describe traits, habits, and everyday situations. You’ll learn how to say things like:lento come una lumaca 🐌sano come un pesce 🐟 cavallo di battaglia 🎶andare a letto con le galline 🌙🐓 ➡️ To continue improving your Italian skills and receive helpful content straight to your inbox, subscribe to the Coffee Break Italian newsletter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with a new episode, bringing you a little espresso lesson in between the main seasons of Coffee Break Italian. Today, Francesca explores two essential Italian verbs that often cause confusion: imparare (to learn) and insegnare (to teach). 👩‍🎓 👨‍🏫While they may look similar, they have opposite meanings and different structures. By the end of the episode, you’ll know exactly when to use imparare and when to use insegnare and feel confident putting both into practice.🎯 You can receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox by signing up for our Coffee Break Italian newsletter. Just go to coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michela dives into autumn-themed Italian idioms that enrich your vocabulary. Discover how 'prendere in castagna' captures the essence of catching someone red-handed. Learn about 'venir su come i funghi,' perfect for describing rapid growth, like trends on social media. The phrase 'avere sale in zucca' teaches the importance of common sense, illustrated with a humorous example. It's a cozy mini-lesson that blends culture and language seamlessly!

Francesca dives into the vibrant traditions of returning to school in Italy. Discover the timing of the school year and the cherished memories tied to summer holidays. Hear about the iconic school uniform and the significance of traditional idioms that inspire success. With fun insights and practical vocabulary, you’ll be ready to navigate the Italian classroom like a pro!

Join Francesca as she spills her best travel tips for exploring Sicily and its capital, Palermo. Discover the island's stunning landscapes and rich culinary heritage, complete with mouthwatering local delicacies. Francesca also shares essential Italian phrases to help you immerse yourself in the culture. Get ready to add Sicilian charm to your travel bucket list!

Mark shares effective tips for maximizing everyday opportunities to enhance language skills. He reflects on his time in Slovenia, illustrating how small interactions can boost confidence. The discussion includes practical strategies like labeling items and choosing daily focus words. Discover how to build momentum through consistent practice instead of striving for perfection. Plus, dive into the Italian adjective 'bello' and the pronoun 'cui' to grasp essential grammar nuances. Ideal for language learners seeking to make progress!

Join Carolina from the Coffee Break Italian team for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your Italian under just 10 minutes.In this episode, Carolina explains when to use tu and when to use Lei, the informal and formal ways of saying ‘you’ in Italian. You'll learn how to choose the right level of formality depending on the context, and how to avoid common cultural missteps. 🗣️👋🎯 To access more Italian content and to keep improving your Italian, just click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here at Coffee Break Italian, we're currently enjoying working on our next podcast series for you, but in the meantime, we hope you enjoy this mini espresso lesson with Carolina.☕In this episode, she shares some of her top travel tips for exploring a beautiful Italian destination: Castelluccio di Norcia. You’ll not only discover what makes this place so special, but you’ll also pick up useful Italian words and phrases along the way! ✈️🌅➡️ To continue improving your Italian skills, access more content like this and subscribe to the Coffee Break Italian newsletter, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Michela from the Coffee Break Italian team for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your Italian over just 10 minutes.In this episode, she will take a closer look at how to say half in Italian, specifically the difference between metà and mezzo. While both words can be translated the same, they’re used in different contexts.➗➡️ To continue improving your Italian skills, receive regular free content straight to your inbox and access more content like this, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.