The Italian language
Idioms, swear words and how to learn the language.
What do the Italians call themselves?
When you're considering what to call people from Italy, it's likely that you'll know the English version - Italians.
5 of My Favorite Italian Words
Back in January of this year, I was asked by my Italophile friend Melanie of the Italofile blog (you may remember that I interviewed Melanie last year ) to contribute a guest post to her "Five…
Italy iPhone Apps for Travel, Language Learning, & Fun
I'm not so much of a tech-lover that I can't live without most gadgets when I travel.
Italian Swear Words Part 3: Dispatches from Tuscany
You probably remember my original Italian swear words list, where I told you my favorites - and also the list that followed of your favorite Italian curse words ...
Monty Python on Italian Language Classes
Thanks to a fellow Italophile I follow on Twitter , I got to enjoy this delightful Monty Python sketch this morning while I had breakfast.
Italian Insult: Mezza Sega
I know I've already posted two lists of Italian swear words - first my favorites and then your suggestions - but I received this gem a few months ago from a friend, and I knew I had to share it with…
The Longest Italian Word
For all you Italian language enthusiasts out there, I've got a special little tidbit today.
Italian Swear Words pt. 2 - Readers' Choice
Well, since my Italian swear words post was such a hit, I thought I'd go back and pick through the many comments I got on that one - after all, the original list was my favorite Italian swear words.
Italian Swear Words - Jessica's 8 Favorites
When you're learning a new language, one of the most fun parts is learning how to swear.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: The Ox, The Ass, and Who's Got Horns
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Bread & Wine
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Which Fish to Catch
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Hearing the Other Bell
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Hair on the Tongue
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Making Like a Parrot
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Out of My Feet
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Fits You Like a Paintbrush
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Gender of Angels
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Water in Mouth
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: In the Parking Lot
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: A Finger of Wine
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Clear & Round
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions: Salt & Pepper
I love Italian idiomatic expressions - those sayings you just can't translate directly but which make the Italian language the colorful and charming language it is.
Italian Idiomatic Expressions
Learning a new language is hard, but if you can find little things that make it fun lesson time goes much more quickly.
Using the Geographical Alphabet in Italy
When you're traveling around Italy, if you're a savvy traveler who's adept at using local telephones, you have probably experienced the frustration of trying to call ahead to your next destination to…
Choosing an Italian Name
This past weekend, the husband and I went to the baby shower of one of his old co-workers.
Italian Idioms
Anyone who has ever tried to explain his or her own language's slang terms to someone who isn't familiar with them knows how strange they can be. (Fit as a fiddle? Seriously?
Italian Now the Official Language of Italy - Blame Dante
Before Italy was unified as the country we all know (and love) today, it was made up of a bunch of autonomous domains, many of which maintain their cultural identity above any collective Italian…
Learn Italian with Podcasts
If you can't get to Italy to immerse yourself in the language, the next best thing is to surround yourself with the sound of Italian.