Learning how to give a compliment in Italian can really add to your overall experience when traveling in Italy. Because let’s be honest, who doesn’t like being complimented? Compliments are a fantastic way to interact with locals and give kudos where they are deserved. Italians love to compliment. Sure, sometimes it’s their charming way of...Read More
Most people who read this blog wouldn’t mind having a few new Italian words and phrases in their vocabulary. However, if they are anything like yours truly, actually studying those words-or worse yet, practicing the grammar-isn’t their cup of espresso. But listening to funky Italian songs might be. A couple of months ago I admitted...Read More
As part of yesterday’s newsletter (you *do* subscribe to my newsletter, don’t you?) I listed five sweet Italian words you could use with your Valentine this year. Today, I’m expanding on that list and offering up five sexy, seductive phrases that are sure to impress your favorite Italophile. You’ve probably heard Ti Amo and Amore...Read More
Last week we discussed a few Christmas and Holiday greetings that are commonly used in Italy but as anyone who has ever been in the bel paese at “the most wonderful time of the year” will tell you, there is always more to learn. Here are five more Italian Christmas words you will see during...Read More
Although I’m still six or seven weeks away from being an official expat mamma, the stress, worries and insecurities have crept in and in addition to over-thinking diaper brands, bottle warmers and car seats, I’m perhaps even more concerned about our baby’s eventual bilingualism. Like many modern bi-cultural families, my husband and I want to...Read More
It’s that time of year when salespeople and signposts scream “Merry Christmas” and “Happy Holidays” from every street corner, crook and cranny throughout the US. Here in Italy, we have our own holidays greetings and soon enough they’ll be strung across our streets and whispered among friends. If you want to get into the Italian...Read More
Earlier this year I wrote a post with five tips for surviving a long-distance relationship and interestingly enough, Google Analytics says a lot of people like it. Since this is my our anniversary week-yes, we are celebrating all week-I thought I’d revisit how we got here and offer some more tips for those of you...Read More
Last month Lisa Fantino spurred a discussion on Italian love phrases and we talked a bit about the differences between “ti voglio bene,” “ti amo,” and “sono innamorato con te.” Today, she’s back to dissect some new Italian words and answer the burning question on every teenage girl’s mind … “Where do I stand with...Read More
One of the best things about traveling in southern Italy is the lack of English you’ll hear on the streets, in restaurants, even at main attractions. But this can also be intimidating-especially for kids. Unless you already speak Italian, you’ll probably want to pick up a few basic phrases yourself, so get your kids involved...Read More
Italian is the most romantic, enticing language on the planet and lucky for us, many common words have immigrated into our world and are now part of our everyday language. However, many of those common Italian words and phrases are constantly mispronounced in English. While I’m not one of those expats who get all riled...Read More
