From Salvatore’s sofa

There’s no single answer. It depends on your goals, your time and how much you enjoy the process. The stories of Przemek, Barbara and José say it all.

There’s no single answer. Italian has simple aspects and complex ones — but if you’re learning for pleasure, in your free time, the question itself changes completely.

Sometimes Italian grammar gets forgotten. Sometimes it was never really understood. And sometimes the theory is there but won’t come out in conversation.

To speak Italian better you need three things: practical grammar, the right vocabulary and confidence. An approach that actually works.

Learning new Italian words gets harder as you advance — not easier. Here’s why your brain resists, and two simple methods that actually work. Claus found one by accident.

Everyone talks about Italian learning routines. But do they work? My answer as a teacher and as someone who doesn’t manage to follow them either.

Dialects, regional varieties and Italian accents — what’s the difference? A practical guide for Italian learners, without unnecessary theory and without anxiety.

Not every online Italian teacher is right for you. Native speaker or not, conversation or grammar — here are three criteria to help you.

Thinking about starting to learn Italian but not sure where to begin? Here’s how to choose the right beginner course for you.