MANAROLA, Italy — On a trip through southern Italy years ago, I was embarrassed to discover that all along, I had been mispronouncing “tabacchi” — tobacco shops that sell bus tickets and other sundry ...

Learning a foreign language has become a popular add-on skill these days. It can even open up more job opportunities in front of you. Though many people prefer joining classes to learn a language, ...

Italy provides an ideal setting for students to immerse themselves in both the Italian language and lifestyle. Each region offers a unique dialect and cultural flavour, making the experience of ...

Simple twists of fate propelled Joyce Earickson toward the study of Italian, then English, divinity and psychology. She has taught Italian, French, English, and world religions; comforted families of ...

To get started with basic Italian, learn essential phrases like "Ciao" (hello/bye), "Grazie" (thank you), and "Per favore" (please). Mastering common greetings and expressions of politeness is crucial ...

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A lively introduction to the language in nine short parts. Watch and listen to the clips and have a look at the key language and transcripts if needed. The Talk Italian TV series, from which these ...

Prepare for your Italian driving test with these handy resources. Photo: Andreas SOLARO / AFP If you live in Italy and plan to drive, you may need to take your Italian driving test - in Italian. Here ...