Lì and là? Qui and qua? Is there any difference between them?
What is the difference between lì and là or qui or qua? If you have ever felt confused about whether to use lì or là or qui or qua when speaking in Italian, this post is for you. Let’s get straight to the point… Your question may be whether there is really any significant […]
The Italian comparatives: using CHE or DI
The Italian comparatives: using “CHE” or “DI” The Italian comparative expresses how to say MORE THAN, LESS THAN, THE SAME AS. We call this comparativo di maggioranza: La casa di Maria è più grande di quella di Lucia – Maria’s house is bigger than Lucia’s We call this “comparativo di minoranza”: La casa di Lucia è meno grande di […]
CELI Exam Centres
Accredited CELI Exam Centers This is a list of authorized exam centers in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Italy that offer CILS certifications. You should contact one of these accredited institutions directly if you want to take your CELI test there. Instead, click here if you’d like to take in-person lessons with us or […]
mentre and durante
Mentre vs. Durante: the difference explained MENTRE Mentre is a conjugation that is always followed by a verb. In English, the equivalent of mentre is “while.” This word always requires the use of a verb conjugated in the present, past, or future. Mentre and the past A note goes to the use of the past […]
7 great reasons why moving to Sicily is a brilliant idea
7 great reasons why moving to Sicily is a brilliant idea There are several pros of living in Sicily. Whether you are a digital nomad, a remote worker, or you are looking for a place with a gorgeous climate all year long to spend your retirement, I’ll explain to you why Sicily is an excellent […]
Perché / Perciò / Siccome: The Difference Explained
Perché / Perciò / Siccome: The Difference Explained Perché: why / because Unlike in English, perché is used in both a question and an answer in Italian. Perché hai chiamato il taxi? Perché ero in ritardo – Why did you call a cab? Because I was late. Perché used to indicate the cause of something and […]