Italian Expressions

How many conversations start with a comment about the weather? How many times have you said, “it’s a beautiful day we’re having,” or “can you believe this cold weather?” to a stranger? The weather can be a great conversation starter or icebreaker when practicing your Italian. Knowing the most common weather expressions in Italian can […]

Italy is known for its simple yet exquisite cuisine, along with its beautiful coastlines, warm locals and rich culture. Food is at the heart of Italian culture, so it’s not surprising that there are so many Italian sayings about food. If you’re learning Italian, knowing how to describe food and express your love for it

Italians are filled with joy. In Italy, not only will you see people “talking with their hands” while walking down the street in Rome, but you’ll also hear very intriguing Italian expressions of joy. And even if you’ve been studying Italian for a while, the literal translation of these expressions can be quite misleading. Let’s

Come ti senti? Frustrato! Italian expressions of frustration are common. If you want to express that you’re frustrated in Italian, you’ll find a lot of opportunities. However, I did leave out phrases that are filled with swear words, or le parolacce.  Let’s look at some of the top Italian expressions of frustration. 9 Italian Expressions