Coffee Break Italian

We're following on from the previous Coffee Break Italian Show episode and learning how to master the negative imperative in Italian in this episode! We discuss its negative forms, as well as how to conjugate verbs in the negative in the tu, voi and Lei forms. Be sure to enjoy episode 6 first!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How confident are you with the imperative mood to give commands, instructions and suggestions in Italian? Join Francesca and Maurizio in this episode of the Coffee Break Italian Show and learn how to conjugate the imperative mood in tu, voi and Lei forms, as well as learning the irregularities!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the fascinating world of the versatile Italian verb 'fare'! Discover how it shapes everyday expressions, from queuing to making a great impression. Unpack the confusion often faced in classrooms and enhance your communication skills with real-life examples. Learn how 'fare' applies in job contexts and social interactions, making your Italian more relatable. Plus, pick up practical tips for using 'fare' while shopping or chatting with friends!

Dive into the fascinating world of Italian irregular plurals! Discover the regular patterns of pluralizing nouns and the complexities of exceptions. Unpack gender transformations in plural forms with intriguing examples like 'iditi indici' and 'Muri' versus 'Mura.' Explore noun-adjective agreement and learn how historical context enriches your understanding. Plus, get tips on utilizing a dictionary for clarity. This engaging discussion is perfect for anyone looking to master Italian grammar!

Would you like to master the pronunciation of letters C and G in Italian? It's important to understand the distinction between hard and soft C and G sounds, so Mark and Francesca go over everything you need to know to perfect your pronunciation in this episode of The Coffee Break Italian Show!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curious about Italian prepositions di and da? In this episode of the Coffee Coffee Break Italian Show we compare prepositions di and da so that you never mistake or misuse them again!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Coffee Break Italian Show! In this first episode of the Season we will be learning how to say "I like" in Italian and understand when to use 'mi piace' or 'mi piacciono'. We also focus on learning how to express other people's likings in Italian.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️☕️ To purchase a Coffee Break mug, click here ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Italian Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Italian to the next level, one coffee break at a time. Throughout the 10-episode series we cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time!You will also be able to watch these lessons for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Italian YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there, once they're released. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode.That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. See you next Tuesday 28th for the first episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn tips and tricks to remember the gender of Italian nouns. Discover strategies like words ending in O being masculine and A being feminine, but with exceptions. Explore the gender of 'panetone' and handling nouns that don't follow the usual rules. Get tips for remembering noun gender with dictionaries, flashcards, and color coding. Access additional content from Coffee Break Italian and enjoy a mini lesson for subscribers.

Learn different ways to apologize and ask for permission in Italian, including phrases like 'Midees Piace' and 'Scuza'. Discover how to soften statements with 'a kolpa mia' and ask for permission with 'avanti' and 'posso'. Explore diverse situations where these phrases might be used, such as phone conversations and social gatherings. The hosts discuss various phrases like 'kiddo schoolsa' and 'perdone me' and provide links to a written version of the lesson.