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10. How To Come Up With An Excuse (HTI)

January 27th, 2008

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How To Come Up With An Excuse

Generally speaking, Italians are masters in coming up with original excuses when they decide not to do something. Our friend Mario, a 100% Italian that lives in New York, puts it this way: “You know, sometimes it is just not possible to make everybody happy, and at the same time you don’t want to hurt other people feelings… so yes, sometimes excuses do work!”. Interesting point, Mario… So today, let’s find out how to come up with an excuse, in case you need one.

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2 Responses to "10. How To Come Up With An Excuse (HTI)"

Marta Says:

January 28th, 2008 at 11:35 pm

Ciao Jane and Massimo! Could you explain the word vabbe’? I’ve heard that before but I understand it’s a colloquialism. Is is true?

LearnItalianPod.com Says:

February 3rd, 2008 at 5:38 pm

Marta, “vabbe’” is an informal expression, formed of two words “va” + “bene”. It is widely used in Italy between friends, and it means “all right”.

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