by Serena | Oct 29, 2026 | vocabulary
Qui or qua? Lì or là? If you’ve ever hesitated before choosing, you’re in good company: my students ask me this all the time. Let’s get straight to the point, with a reassuring answer first. In short Qui and qua both mean “here”. Lì and...
by Serena | Oct 13, 2026 | vocabulary
If you’ve spent any time listening to Italians, you’ve probably heard a little sigh followed by “Vabbè, ormai…”. No verb, no explanation, just a shrug in words. And if you looked it up, the dictionary probably gave you something like “by...
by Serena | Apr 16, 2025 | parole difficili, vocabulary
In this article, I’ll explain the differences between five common Italian verbs related to clothing: mettersi, vestirsi, vestire, indossare, and portare. They all have to do with clothes, so many students mix them up, but they’re not interchangeable: each...
by Serena | Mar 21, 2025 | beginner Italian, parole difficili, vocabulary
Molto and tanto are similar Italian adverbs but not interchangeable. While both mean “very” or “a lot,” molto is more neutral for factual descriptions, while tanto adds emotional emphasis to expressions. When to Use Molto...
by Serena | Mar 12, 2025 | vocabulary
What does “farcela” mean? Are you learning Italian and confused by the verb “farcela”? Don’t worry, this common expression is simpler than it looks! “Farcela” essentially means “to manage,” “to...
by Serena | Feb 25, 2025 | Italian grammar, parole difficili, vocabulary
The Italian verb pensare (to think) can be followed by two different prepositions: a or di. They have different meanings and are not interchangeable. So when do you use one or the other? Let’s see together! In short Pensare a + person or thing = to think about:...
