Italian language in English

Italian language in English

Author: ila zed Language: English Episodes: 87
ila zed hosts Italian language in English, a podcast built for those taking their first steps into learning Italian. It focuses on the particularities that make the language unique, moving beyond simple vocabulary lists to explore how the language actually works and is used. Each episode breaks down specific grammar rules and sentence structures in clear, accessible terms. You'll hear common phrases used in everyday Italian life, alongside examinations of those tricky words that often trip up learners. The podcast naturally weaves in cultural context, because understanding a language means understanding the people who speak it. This isn't about rapid fluency, but about building a solid, intuitive foundation. Think of it as a friendly guide pointing out the nuances and logic behind the phrases, helping you to not just say things, but to understand why they're said that way. The tone is patient and explanatory, perfect for beginners who want to move past memorization and start genuinely comprehending the mechanics and spirit of Italian. It’s a practical resource for anyone who has ever been confused by a grammatical rule or wondered about the cultural meaning behind a common expression. Tune in for straightforward explanations that connect the dots between textbook Italian and the living language.
Episodes
Sanremo Music Festival [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:55
In this episode, I am going to talk about the Sanremo Music Festival (il Festival di Sanremo), the most popular Italian song contest. It takes place every year in the homonymous city of Sanremo.This Festival is a big eve…
The Befana’s Nursery Rhyme [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:39
In today’s episode called “The Befana’s Nursery Rhyme”, I want to share with you a poem written by the famous Gianni Rodari, a poet, journalist, and pedagogy expert.It is a nursery rhyme that talks about the legendary Be…
New Year's Lucky Charms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:28
In today’s episode called “New year’s Good Luck Charms”, I am going to tell you some lucky charms that Italians use on New Year’s Eve to attract abundance and happiness.If you want to know more about these Italian tradit…
New Year in Italy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:10
How do we celebrate New Year’s in Italy? Do we eat as much as on Christmas day? Do we have particular traditions? Listen to this episode to find out all the answers!To get a little present, make sure to subscribe to my n…
Tombola: a traditional Christmas game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:11
Do you know tombola? It is a traditional Christmas game played in every Italian family! And in this episode I will discussTo get a little present, make sure to subscribe to my newsletter to get it on www.ilazed.comRead t…
Christmas Vocabulary [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:38
Christmas is getting closer and closer and that’s why I decided to take advantage of this very magical time to help you discover some Christmas vocabulary.I have already delved into the topic a little in articles about C…
3 Tips to get Unstuck! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:20
In this episode called 3 tips to get unstuck, I am going to talk about this common feeling – feeling stuck in Italian conversation – and how to solve it.Every language learner, when he or she starts to learn a new langua…
School-leaving Exams in Italy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:06
In today’s article, I am going to talk about School-leaving Exams (gli “esami di maturità” in Italian), an important event for all the Italian students. It is important not only because it is a difficult test, but becaus…
How to use Ormai in Italian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:53
In today’s episode, I am going to talk about Ormai, another of those strange words that are difficult to translate into the other language.If you are curious to know more about it, keep listening! :)Read the script here:…
Why read articles in Italian to learn Italian? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:25
In today's episode I am going to explain the reason why is important to read Italian to learn Italian. Read here for the text:- English: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/04/why-reading-articles-in-italian-to-learn-italian/- It…