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Aug 5, 2025 • 7min

6 fun Italian idioms about food & how to use them | A Coffee Break with Francesca

Join Francesca from the Coffee Break Italian team for an espresso-style episode, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your Italian.In this episode, she shares six fun Italian idioms – all based on food! Francesca explains the meaning behind expressions like parla come mangi and filare liscio come l’olio, and how to use them naturally in conversation. 🍅🫘🎯 To access more Italian content and to keep improving your Italian, you can receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter. Just go to coffeebreaklanguages.com/italian/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 11min

5 tips to turn any trip into your language classroom | A Coffee Break with Mark

Join Mark, the founder of Coffee Break Languages, for a coffee break, in which you'll hear tips and ideas to boost your language-learning journey in just a few minutes.In this episode, Mark shares five tips to make any trip your language classroom, even if travelling is not an option for you just now. So, if you're planning a trip to an Italian-speaking destination or want to get some tips for immersing yourself in the language even when you're at home, this episode is perfect for you.✈️🌍🗣️➡️ Stay inspired and receive regular language tips and free resources by signing up for our newsletter. Visit: coffeebreaklanguages.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 6min

‘Sapere’ vs. ‘conoscere’ - 2 verbs meaning "to know" | A Coffee Break with Carolina

In these short, espresso-style episodes, we help you improve your Italian a little bit each time. 💪Today, we're joined by Carolina from the Coffee Break Italian team, and we’re exploring the difference between the verbs sapere and conoscere, both of which mean 'to know', but in very different ways! By the end of this mini-lesson, you’ll have the knowledge (and the confidence!) to know when to use the right verb in everyday conversations. 🙌✅Access more content like this and subscribe to the Coffee Break Italian newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 15, 2025 • 8min

How to use the preposition 'da' | A Coffee Break with Francesca

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 Francesca. In this episode, we're taking a closer look at the incredibly useful preposition da. It may be small, but it plays a big role in Italian and can have a range of meanings depending on the context. You’ll learn how to use it: ➡️ in time expressions➡️ to express purpose➡️ to tell which city you are from➡️ to talk about being at or going to someone's place or shop🎯 To keep improving your Italian skills, explore content like this and enjoy regular, free mini-lessons sent straight to your inbox by visiting: coffeebreaklanguages.com/italian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 25min

CBI Scenes 1.10 | L’inizio di un amore

Join Francesca and Mark for the last Chapter of Scenes from the Coffee Break Italian Café! Summer has finally arrived, and as two high school students return, there's a noticeable shift in the atmosphere between them. What happens next could very well change everything for them...Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 27, 2025 • 26min

CBI Scenes 1.09 | In bocca al lupo per la verifica

Join Francesca and Mark for this Chapter of Scenes from the Coffee Break Italian Café! A high school student stops at a café before class, clearly troubled and reluctant to face the day ahead. As he confides in Lorenzo, we learn he’s ready to give up, but a gentle conversation may shift his course...Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 20, 2025 • 26min

CBI Scenes 1.08 | Che affare!

Join Francesca and Mark for this Chapter of Scenes from the Coffee Break Italian Café! In this episode, a familiar face comes to the bar with an unusually cheerful spirit! He shares his new idea: renting out his city apartment as a charming summer B&B. It sounds like a great deal could be worked out with the bar.Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 13, 2025 • 30min

CBI Scenes 1.07 | Un caffè fortunato

Conversations at the bar typically revolve around work, even during coffee breaks. However, tonight, with the arrival of three men carrying their laptops and big plans, something unusual could be about to happen… Join Francesca and Mark for this exciting Chapter of Scenes from the Coffee Break Italian Café! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 6, 2025 • 28min

CBI Scenes 1.06 | Si balla alla sagra del cocomero

Join the festive atmosphere as a vibrant watermelon festival takes center stage, bringing romance and dance to life. Discover the cultural significance behind two Italian words for 'watermelon' and explore how language reflects emotions. Listen in on lively bar conversations that highlight community connections and traditional dances. Experience the joy of food, music, and togetherness while the charming tale of Mario and Pina unfolds. This rich narrative celebrates not just the festival, but also the heart of Italian culture and learning.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 22min

CBI Scenes 1.05 | Un ritratto speciale

In a cozy café, a peaceful day takes a turn when a young woman enters to sketch and order a latte. Conversations about literature and the importance of portraits flow among the characters. As the artist captures attention, the focus shifts to language learning intertwined with art. A surprise awaits when she departs, leaving behind a mysterious portrait, igniting curiosity about her intentions. This blend of art, conversation, and language exploration creates an engaging atmosphere for all.

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