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Whether you want to learn the language, need travel tips, reconnect to your roots through citizenship, or anything else in this Italian universe—here are my favorite tips to get you started.
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Italian sentence structure can feel like Yoda! "Mi piace" literally means "it is pleasing to me"—elegant and old-world.
From books to blogs, consulting to community—we've got you covered on your Italian learning adventure.
Find your starting point and see what's ahead
The good news is that beginner (what is often referred to as A1) to upper beginner (A2) can be achieved relatively quickly if you have the time and commitment. This is very helpful to keep one inspired. That motivation turns into energy and that turns into momentum. This is gold in the learning arena.
There is so much to discuss about this level but one thing to help keep you engaged with the language and a fun way to traverse the intermediate plateau—which seems like a desolate desert at times—is reading!
There came a point where it was difficult to find material at the level I needed. I was better than beginner or children's books but wasn't yet at a point that I could comfortably read and/or stay interested in an adult/madre lingua book.
That's where my native Italian husband and I saw a need we could fill and what made us decide to add 3D Fluency—Universo's reading series for intermediate learners. Of course you don't need to use our books, but we tried to make it unique, coming from a student and a native speaker working together to create a unique synergy with cutting-edge features to keep you engaged, and your journey supported.
Our first book in the series is a fictional novel about Elizabeth's trip—it is a fun story with tons of support materials (such as transcripts, glossaries and video dialogues on each chapter), to really keep it fun and engaging. Learning becomes a byproduct of this fun experience!
Your studentessa guide through the beautiful world of Italian language and culture
Your Trusted Italian GuideAs a fellow language learner turned passionate teacher, I understand the joys and challenges of mastering Italian. My journey from studentessa to guide has taught me what really works—and what doesn't.
Whether you're dreaming of ordering gelato in Rome, connecting with your Italian heritage, or diving deep into the language, I'm here to make your journey both effective and fun!
"Learning Italian should be an adventure, not a chore. Let's explore this beautiful language together!"
- Chrissy ❤️
Proven strategies from a fellow learner
"Touch" the language everyday (even if only for 10 minutes)
Learn phrases not just words
Unless you are someone that really is into grammar—don't worry about it much at first
Connecting/filler words and phrases are some of my favorites because they make the conversation flow better and they also help give you time to think
Immersion
Repetition
LISTEN LISTEN LISTEN
Check out our resources and my studentessa faves for many of the support that I used and prefer to this day!
FUN
Fun keeps everyone open and available and motivated to learn and grow!
As you can see, the overlying theme in all that we do, suggest and offer is FUN.
