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

January 27th, 2008

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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.

How To Italian - Episode Nr.10

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• Difficulty Level How To Italian
• Topics: how to
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Phrasebook #6: Phone Conversations

January 20th, 2008

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Learn how to talk on the phone in Italian with LearnItalianPod! Anna, one of the most active LearnItalianPod VIP members, sent us a great email. She says: “The business episode you’ve published a couple of weeks ago was just what I was looking for. Grazie! Now, how about another episode featuring more phone related phrases?” - Great suggestion, Anna! So today let’s practice some must-know phrases you can use while talking on the phone in Italian. Enjoy!

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• Difficulty Level Phrasebook
• Topics: how to, phone
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9. How To Catch A Bus (HTI)

January 13th, 2008

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Catching a bus in Italy can be an unforgettable experience. It requires agility, a good sense of humor, and keeping in mind the golden rule: watch your step! Taking a ride on an Italian bus is definitely a must-do experience as it will let you observe Italians in their daily routine. In this episode, let’s see how our friend Jennifer asks a bus driver if the bus she’s about to take is the right one. Enjoy!

How To Italian - Episode Nr.9

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• Difficulty Level How To Italian
• Topics: bus, how to
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8. How To Make A Resolution (HTI)

December 30th, 2007

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For Italians, like for the rest of the world, the beginning of the new year is also the time to make resolutions. Let’s hear our two Italian friends Jane and Massimo talking about their “risoluzioni del nuovo anno”. And speaking of resolutions, did you remember to put “to learn and to speak Italian well” as part of your new year’s resolutions? - We’re sure you did. See you in 2008!

How To Italian - Episode Nr.8

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• Difficulty Level How To Italian
• Topics: how to, resolutions
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7. How To Celebrate New Year’s Eve (HTI)

December 26th, 2007

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Learn Italian with “How To Italian” episode nr. 7! New Year’s Eve (”il Capodanno” in Italian) is just a few days away, and it is absolutely a great time to be in Italy and to celebrate. One thing for sure: Italians love celebrations as much as they love to get together with friends and family! So, let’s hear how our two friends celebrated the end of the old year and the beginning of the new one. Buon Anno a Tutti!

How To Italian - Episode Nr.7

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• Difficulty Level How To Italian
• Topics: how to, traditions
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6. How To Say Merry Christmas (HTI)

December 16th, 2007

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The Holidays are just around the corner and, to get you into the spirit of things, what is better than to learn how Italians say “Buon Natale” (Merry Christmas) or “Buone Feste” (Happy Holidays) to their friends and loved ones! Let’s see how two friends share their plans for the Holidays and how they say “Buone Feste!” to each other.

And the most important thing of all: Jane & Massimo would like to wish each and everyone of you out there a very Happy and Merry Holiday Season - from the bottom of our hearts, thanks for your incredible support - grazie, grazie, e ancora grazie a tutti!

How To Italian - Episode Nr.6

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• Difficulty Level How To Italian
• Topics: christmas, how to
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