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Italian Lessons in Reading

Can you guess the meaning of concerto, poeta, problema, melodia or futuro? Easy, right? In fact, so many English and Italian words share similar roots that we bet you can understand more Italian already than you ever thought possible! So, why not take it to the next level and join the growing international community of Italian speakers? Get started with us at Listen & Learn: our teachers are language professionals with extensive experience guiding students to fluency.

For instance, we can help you grasp the meaning and use of articles in Italian. Unlike English which only uses one article, Italian uses six to indicate number and gender. And you will learn many other useful grammar rules in your lessons with us, like that adjectives always come after the noun and never before. Does it sound boring? Don’t worry, our lessons are not focused on learning only language rules or memorising long lists of words. Instead, our native-speaking instructors will prepare interactive, fun lessons where you will learn by becoming familiar with interesting resources, like songs, movies and series.   

Learn Italian and you’ll be able to interact with the almost 1,500 speakers who already reside in Reading on a whole new level. Furthermore, practising with other learners and native speakers will take your skills and confidence to the next level. So, don’t hesitate to join language exchange groups around the city, like the Reading Italian Meetup that organises meetings every week.

Are you ready to get started? Contact us at Listen & Learn and you will acquire not only the formal aspects of Italian but also non-verbal skills, such as gestures that are essential to communicate with others. Soon, you’ll be ready to order delicious Italian dishes, like gnocci or bresaola, using the excellent pronunciation skills you learn with us!

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General Italian

This set of Italian tutorials are less specific and more targeted for those who want to get a range of different things from learning Italian. Even though all novice students will cover survival Italian: as well as Italian to visit somewhere abroad to make solid contacts with the locals, what do you do from there? It depends on your needs. Those who have benefited from these lessons have been those moving or investing overseas, spouses of overseas nationals, people who love to travel all over the world, those interested in Italian culture and those who just want to pass a specific examination in Italian. Enquire now about our Italian Courses or Take A Free Italian Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business Italian

Italian lessons of this type are aimed towards those that need to learn Italian to aid them with their employment. For those just starting out, it is integral to learn basic greetings and business etiquette. Reading and writing can be adopted once the simple precepts are out of the way. Success has come from students who are involved in the import/export business, international negotiations and acquisitions, those seeking jobs in multinational companies and those working with foreign colleagues, academia and bureaucracy. Even our most basic lesson for beginners will have the student finishing the lesson with basic telephone/e-mail skills in Italian, as well as survival Italian should a short stay in the country is needed. Enquire now about our Italian Courses or Take A Free Italian Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business Italian

The Italian lessons are also available for 2 or more people studying together (Two-to-One Italian Lessons or Small Group In-Company Italian Lessons). All participants must have the same level, the same business or general language needs and be able to study at the same time in the same location. The booking must be made for all participants at the same time. Listen & Learn does not recommend group classes of more than 6-8 people though In-Company Taster Italian Lessons can be run with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Italian Courses or Take A Free Italian Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business Italian

Our native speaker qualified Italian language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning, afternoon or evening. In certain circumstances, if your home or office is not available, you can take your classes at the trainer's office. Course books are provided. Enquire now about our Italian Courses or Take A Free Italian Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business Italian

The Italian lessons are also available for two or more people studying together (Two-to-One Italian Lessons or Small Group In-Company Italian Lessons). All participants must have the same level, the same business or general language needs and be able to study at the same time in the same location. The booking must be made for all participants at the same time. Listen & Learn does not recommend group classes of more than 6-8 people though In-Company Taster Italian Lessons can be run with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Italian Courses or Take A Free Italian Level Test

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italian Songs

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Felicitá- Albano Carrisi

This is an old song (from 1982) by Albano Carrisi who speaks about being happy, satisfied, optimistic, and excited about life and love. This song is upbeat and catchy, so you’ll not only acquire some new vocabulary and Italian grammar, but also you’ll feel light and happy after listening to this song! You’ll become familiar with definite and indefinite articles, like “la felicitá” (the happiness), “um cuscino” (a call), or “uma telefonata” (a call), too. This piece also makes use of the imperative form, so you’ll polish your grammar skills, as well. Click here and musicalise your day!

italian Songs

Baciami Ancora- Jovanotti

Baciami Ancora is the main theme of a famous Italian movie with the same name and which won an award for Best Original Song. about it explores a crazy affair between a man and a woman who fell in love after just one kiss, and how he would do anything to feel that way again. This piece is rich in imperatives and infinitives, so it’s a great opportunity to learn verbs, like baciami (kiss me), stare (to be) or invecchiare (get old), and practise their pronunciation. Listen to this song and soon you’ll be able to speak to Italians about love! Click here and let Jovanotti musicalise your day!

Resta in ascolto- Laura Pausini

Laura Pausini is one of the most famous female Italian singers of all time. She even sings in Spanish and English! Pausini’s songs are usually about love and heartbreak, and this piece is no exception. Resta in ascolto is about a woman talking to her lover, telling him that she misses him and thinks about him all the time. Even if she was the one to end the relationship, she never gives up hope they can get back together. Laura sings very quickly and uses different tenses in the lyrics, so it’s more suitable for intermediate and advanced students of Italian. Enjoy Laura Pausini's hit here!

italian Youtube Channels

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Adriana Spink

Fancy a lifestyle and beauty channel to watch while improving your Italian? Then, subscribe to Adriana Spink’s channel. She’s a fashion blogger who covers makeup trends and hair beauty in her videos, so you can watch her tutorials and get some inspiration for a fresh summer look. Also, she reviews brands and visits big Italian stores to show off that particular season’s clothes, so you can have a look at Italian fashion without leaving your home. She’s also a teacher, so you’ll see that she speaks in a clear, slow way that is easy to understand. Watch her videos here!

italian Youtube Channels

Yotobi

Looking for movie reviews where you can enjoy the best of cinema while polishing up your Italian skills? Subscribe to Yotobi’s channel: you won’t regret it. This page is run by a man who’ll give you his take on the newest films and TV series from a humorous point of view. His videos resemble other popular channels, where he engages in virtual conversations with fans or reads comments they left in previous videos. All of his content has English subtitles, so it’s great material for beginner, intermediate or even advanced-level students of Italian. Watch his videos here!

WillWoosh

YouTube features a lot of Italian comedy channels that can help you become more fluent and get familiar with new terms and expressions, such as WillWoosh. This channel is run by a group of friends who do silly things around Italy, talk to the camera and discuss fun (and sometimes controversial) topics. They speak fairly quickly and use slang and conversational phrases, so it might be a bit hard to understand if you’re a beginner. However, you can always turn on the subtitles to keep up with the conversation! The channel has more than 100 videos, so there will surely be something to your taste. Watch his videos here!

italian Apps

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Busuu

Busuu is a great learning resource that can be accessed by users who have iOS and Android. Just download the app to get started! It contains self-paced lessons and materials that will help you practise grammar rules and vocabulary. For example, you can access flashcards and matching games where you must pair a word with an image that represents it and an audio file that features its correct pronunciation. The best part about Busuu is that you can use it to find language learners from every part of the world who want to learn and improve their Italian skills as much as you. Check out this app here!

italian Apps

Verbi Italiani

Verbi Italiani is an amazing resource for those who have doubts about how to use verbs in Italian. Just type the verb you need in a box and press “Conjugate” to obtain dozens of results with their corresponding explanations. For example, know the difference between mangiare (infinitive form of “eat”), mangia (he or she eats) and mangio (I eat). The app features more than 10,000 verbs, so you will surely find the one you are looking for. The app is suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced-level students of Italian, so keep it installed on your device for when you need it! Check out this app here!

Italian by Nemo

Do you want to improve your Italian skills but only have a few spare minutes each day to practise? Italian by Nemo might just be your perfect companion. This app offers interactive games and flashcards to increase your vocabulary and help you to understand how certain colloquial expressions are used. You will also learn some functions of the language, such as greetings or requests. The best part is that you can use the app without an internet connection! So, whether you are on the street, at home, or even on the plane, you can put your skills to use. Check out this app here!

Testimonials

From our clients all over the world

"I find it more beneficial to conduct the lessons in both Italian and English rather than simply Italian. In addition I appreciate being able to submit and receive feedback on homework. Both contribute to building ..."
David Steed

Italian course in Reading.

"Our teacher brought a variety of material to the classes which has varied the learning material: grammar exercises, listening, reading, films, etc. I will miss these classes!"
Clare Fothergill

Italian course in Reading.

"Everything is excellent. I am so happy with Francesca, my Italian teacher, and I would recommend her to everyone! The lesson are interesting, fun, and informative!"
Laura Goldy

Italian course in Online.

"My teacher is wonderful! She's great at bringing in different forms of material. Overall I've been very happy with what topics we've been covering and my progress."
Nora Traum

Italian course in Online.

"Our first lesson went well! I'm looking forward to meeting with Marilena regularly, I think this is exactly what I was looking for."
Tyler Johnson

Italian course in Online.

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