Archive for the ‘Intermediate’ Category
50. Here’s Your Grocery List! (Intermediate)
October 28th, 2007
Learn Italian with LearnItalianPod! In this episode we’ll talk about how to do grocery shopping in Italy! Grocery shopping in Italy is often considered as a pleasant activity, and as part of the so called “good Italian life”. Cozy little shops full of great Italian products, the small talk with the merchants, meeting other people… that’s what we call “enjoying the best of Italy”. Happy grocery, everyone!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 50
49. Going To The Doctor (Intermediate)
October 14th, 2007
Learn Intermediate level Italian with LearnItalianPod! In today’s episode we will talk about doctor’s visits, flu and grandmother’s remedies. One of our subscribers, Emanuela from Montreal, is back from Italy. At some point during her trip she caught a bad flu and went to see a doctor. Doctor Ricci was great, and she was back on track in no time, thanks to medications, vitamins, and… grandmothers’ remedies. Let’s see what Italians do when they get the flu. Enjoy!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 49
48. You’re Sitting In My Seat! (Intermediate)
September 30th, 2007
Learn How To Speak Italian with LearnItalianPod! In today’s episode we will talk about train trips and reserved seats. Kyle, one of LearnItalianPod subscribers, sent us a very nice email. He writes: “I have been on the train when Italians are in my reserved seat, and I would like to be able to speak to them politely and intelligently about this problem.” Kyle, we know what you are talking about! So today we’ll see how to solve this kind of situation in a polite and intelligent way. Enjoy!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 48
47. Let’s Go Dancing! (Intermediate)
September 16th, 2007
Learn Italian with LearnItalianPod! In today’s episode we will talk about “fare due salti in discoteca” (literally: “to do two jumps in the disco”), a very common Italian expression that means to go dancing. We’ll listen to a conversation between two friends, Angela and Fabio - and we will learn useful words and expressions about “discoteche italiane” (Italian disco clubs), “andare a ballare” (to go dancing), and “amici e amicizie” (friends and friendships). So, let the dance begin!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 47
46. Let’s Buy The Tickets! (Intermediate)
September 2nd, 2007
Learn intermediate level Italian with LearnItalianPod! In today’s episode we will talk about… music, concerts and Italian singers. We’ll listen to a phone conversation beetwen two friends, Maria and Antonio. Maria says one of her favorite artists, Andrea Bocelli, is holding a concert in Milan, and she wants to go! Antonio loves Bocelli too - so he’s rushing online to reserve two tickets. We’ll learn a few useful expressions you can use while dealing with phone conversations and we’ll review and practice conjunctions. Enjoy!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 46
45. The Afternoon Nap (Intermediate)
August 6th, 2007
Learn Italian with Podcasts! Our dear friend Maria from New York asks: “Is it true that in Italy all shops close during lunch break?” - “And is it true that during the afternoon break Italians love to take a nice nap?” — Dear Maria, the answer to both questions is yes! On this episode we’ll talk about one of Italians favorite activities: “il riposino pomeridiano” (the afternoon nap). We’ll also learn a thing or two about Italian shops opening times and we’ll review and practice Italian prepositions. Enjoy!
Intermediate Level - Lesson Nr. 45
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