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. These verbs are not interchangeable! Many students confuse these verbs because they all relate to wearing...
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
Pensare a vs. Pensare di The verb pensare in Italian can be used with two different prepositions: “di” or “a”. These two constructions have different meanings and are not interchangeable. So when to use one or another preposition? Let’s...
by Serena | Dec 9, 2024 | vocabulary, vocabulary pills
Vorrei vs. Mi Piacerebbe: What’s the Difference? In Italian, there are two common ways to say “I would like”: “vorrei” and “mi piacerebbe.” While both can be translated as “I would like” in English, they are used in slightly...
