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A candid, cinematic photograph of two people engaged in a passionate, expressive conversation at a small café table in a sun-drenched Italian piazza. The focus is on their animated hand gestures and the warm golden light reflecting off the cobblestones, capturing the energy of a shared opinion.
A candid, cinematic photograph of two people engaged in a passionate, expressive conversation at a small café table in a sun-drenched Italian piazza. The focus is on their animated hand gestures and the warm golden light reflecting off the cobblestones, capturing the energy of a shared opinion.
CoursePublicCreated 25/02/2026

A1 Italian for Beginners

Italian from scratch. No phrasebooks, no tourist-speak – just a structured path to actually speaking and understanding the basics.

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A top-down, extreme close-up photograph of a perfectly crafted cappuccino with delicate latte art, resting on a rustic wooden table outside a charming Roman cafe. In the softly blurred background, historic Italian architecture and the warm glow of morning light hint at the bustling city awakening.

Welcome to A1 Italian

Introduce the A1 Italian course, explain its structure, set learning expectations, and provide essential study tips, focusing on the importance of regular practice and daily reviews.

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A dramatic, close-up photograph of an opera singer mid-performance, their face conveying intense emotion and the power of their voice. The theatrical lighting highlights their expression against a softly blurred, opulent Italian opera house background.

Italian Pronunciation & The Alphabet

Learn the sounds of the Italian alphabet and master key pronunciation rules, including hard and soft 'c' and 'g', and the sounds of 'gli', 'gn', and 'sc'.

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A candid, cinematic photograph of two people engaged in a passionate, expressive conversation at a small café table in a sun-drenched Italian piazza. The focus is on their animated hand gestures and the warm golden light reflecting off the cobblestones, capturing the energy of a shared opinion.

Italian Greetings & Basic Introductions

Learn essential formal and informal Italian greetings, farewells, and introductory phrases. This includes asking for and giving your name and asking how someone is.

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A vibrant, sun-drenched scene at an outdoor Italian cafe. A young man sits at a small table with a classic leather-bound book and a vintage leather backpack, while at an adjacent table, a young woman sips from a glass of sparkling water, an elegant pen poised over a notebook.

Italian Nouns & Articles: Singular

Learn about grammatical gender in Italian and how to use singular definite (il, lo, la, l') and indefinite (un, uno, una, un') articles correctly with nouns.

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A dynamic, close-up photograph of an Italian artisan's hands, covered in flour, expertly shaping fresh pasta dough on a wooden board, with warm rays of sunlight streaming into a rustic kitchen. The scene evokes the fundamental act of 'being' a skilled creator and 'having' a cherished craft.

Essential Italian Verbs: Essere & Avere

Master the present tense conjugations of the two most important Italian verbs: 'essere' (to be) and 'avere' (to have), and learn to use them in simple sentences.

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A candid photograph of a diverse group of friends or family members sharing a warm, intimate moment, perhaps laughing or in deep conversation, around a rustic wooden table bathed in soft, natural light. The focus is on their genuine expressions and close interactions, evoking feelings of connection and belonging.

Talking About Yourself in Italian: Personal Information

Learn to ask for and provide basic personal information, including nationality, profession, and age, using the verbs 'essere' and 'avere'.

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A high-speed train arrives at a grand, historic Italian train station platform during the golden hour. Warm sunlight illuminates the classical architecture, creating an inviting and evocative atmosphere, captured as a candid photograph.

Italian Nouns & Articles: Plural

Learn the rules for forming the plural of Italian nouns and how to use the plural definite articles (i, gli, le).

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A vintage, weathered "Non si fuma" (No Smoking) sign is prominently displayed on a pastel-colored wall in a charming, sun-drenched Italian piazza. The scene evokes a sense of everyday life and common rules, rendered as a vivid, inviting photograph.

Italian Descriptive Adjectives

Learn how to use common Italian adjectives to describe people and things. This deck covers the essential rules of adjective agreement for gender and number, including common patterns and colours.

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A vibrant, candid photograph of an Italian piazza during golden hour, filled with people enjoying aperitivo, with historical buildings in the background. The warm light casts long shadows, capturing the lively rhythm of Italian daily life.

Italian Numbers, Dates, & Time

Learn to count from 0 to 100 in Italian. Use numbers to tell the time and state the date, including days of the week and months of the year.

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A close-up, dramatic photograph of a chef's hands expertly kneading fresh pasta dough on a floured wooden surface in a rustic Italian kitchen, bathed in warm, soft light.

Italian Regular Verbs in the Present Tense

Learn the conjugation patterns for all three groups of regular Italian verbs in the present indicative tense: -are, -ere, and -ire verbs.

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A vibrant, wide-angle photograph of a classic Italian piazza during the golden hour. People are gracefully strolling, engaging in lively conversations, and relaxing at outdoor cafe tables, capturing a sense of movement, social interaction, and tranquil presence amidst historic architecture bathed in warm, soft light.

Common Italian Irregular Verbs (Part 1)

Master the present tense conjugations of the essential irregular verbs 'andare' (to go), 'fare' (to do/make), 'stare' (to stay/be), 'venire' (to come), and 'uscire' (to go out).

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A candid, close-up photograph of an Italian person in a vibrant piazza, mid-conversation, their expressive face conveying a sense of curiosity and a subtle upward glance, capturing the moment of asking a question. Shot with natural light and a shallow depth of field.

Asking Questions in Italian

Learn the main Italian interrogative words (chi?, come?, dove?, quando?, perché?, cosa?, quale?) and the basic structure for forming questions.

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A vivid, wide-angle photograph of a charming Italian piazza during golden hour, with people socializing, walking between historic buildings, and enjoying espresso at outdoor cafes. The scene subtly emphasizes the dynamic relationships and connections between people and their surroundings.

Italian Prepositions: Simple & Articulated

Learn the uses of simple prepositions (di, a, da, in, con, su, per, tra, fra) and how they combine with definite articles to form articulated prepositions (al, dello, sulla, etc.).

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A close-up, high-angle photograph of a perfectly crafted cappuccino with beautiful latte art and a golden, flaky cornetto on a small rustic wooden table, bathed in warm morning sunlight in a bustling Italian café.

At the Italian Café: Ordering Food & Drink

Learn essential vocabulary for common food and drink items. Practice key phrases for ordering at a café or restaurant and asking for the bill.

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A close-up photograph of a skilled barista's hands pouring creamy steamed milk into a ceramic cup of dark Italian espresso, creating a delicate heart-shaped latte art pattern as the two liquids merge. The lighting is warm and cinematic, highlighting the silky texture of the coffee in a cozy, sun-drenched Roman cafe.

Italian Modal Verbs: Potere, Volere, Dovere

Master the present tense conjugations of the irregular modal verbs 'potere' (to be able to), 'volere' (to want), and 'dovere' (to have to), and learn how to use them with other verbs to express ability, desire, and obligation.

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A vibrant, multi-generational Italian family enjoying a boisterous dinner in a rustic Italian home. Close-up on the long wooden table laden with shared dishes of pasta, wine, and bread, with individual hands reaching for their plates and glasses, emphasizing a sense of belonging and shared possessions. The scene is bathed in warm, golden hour light.

Italian Family & Possessives

Learn the Italian vocabulary for immediate family members and master the use of possessive adjectives like 'mio', 'tuo', and 'suo'. This deck covers the essential agreement rules and the special exceptions used when talking about family.

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A dynamic photograph of two young Italian friends in a bustling piazza in Rome. One friend is intently examining a detailed map held close in their hands, while the other is looking up and gesturing towards a distant, majestic ancient Roman ruin bathed in warm golden hour light.

This & That in Italian: Demonstratives

Learn how to use the demonstrative adjectives 'questo' (this/these) and 'quello' (that/those), and make them agree in gender and number with the noun.

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A vibrant, candid photograph of a group of Italian friends laughing and conversing animatedly at an outdoor café or trattoria in a picturesque Italian piazza during golden hour, with plates of pasta and glasses of aperitivo on the table, capturing the joyful essence of daily life and shared hobbies.

Italian Daily Life & Hobbies

Learn vocabulary for daily routines and hobbies, and practice expressing likes and dislikes with 'mi piace' and 'mi piacciono'.

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A vibrant photograph of a narrow, sun-drenched cobblestone street in a historic Italian town, with a person walking confidently towards a lively piazza visible in the distance. The warm light highlights the detailed architecture and the sense of an unfolding journey through the town.

Around Town in Italian & Directions

Learn the Italian names for common places in a town, and practice asking for and understanding simple directions to get around.

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A dramatic close-up photograph of a single, perfectly poured espresso in a white ceramic cup on a polished wooden counter in a bustling Italian cafe. In the soft-focus background, many people are chatting, several pastries are displayed in a glass case, and various tables and chairs are visible, capturing the lively atmosphere of 'c'è' and 'ci sono'.

There is / There are in Italian: C'è & Ci sono

Learn how to use 'c'è' (there is) and 'ci sono' (there are) to describe the existence or presence of people and things in Italian. This deck covers statements and questions for both singular and plural nouns.

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A close-up, dynamic shot of an Italian person's hand making a characteristic, expressive gesture, as if directing someone or inviting them to action, bathed in warm, natural light with a softly blurred background hinting at a vibrant Italian piazza.

Italian Direct Object Pronouns

Learn the Italian direct object pronouns (mi, ti, lo, la, ci, vi, li, le) and how to use them to replace nouns in a sentence to avoid repetition.

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A vibrant photograph of a sun-drenched Italian balcony, adorned with colorful geraniums cascading over the railing, featuring a rustic wooden table and chairs, with a picturesque view of a charming Italian village in the background. The light is warm and inviting.

The Italian Home & Clothing

Learn essential vocabulary for rooms of the house, basic furniture, and common items of clothing.

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A candid photograph of a young person with a confident and engaged expression, standing amidst the lively atmosphere of a sun-drenched Italian piazza. They are perhaps holding a cup of coffee or looking at a street map, embodying the successful navigation of simple, everyday Italian situations. Historic architecture and bustling street life surround them.

A1 Italian Final Assessment

A comprehensive test covering all the key grammar and vocabulary from the A1 Italian course. This deck will showcase your ability to handle simple, everyday situations in Italian.

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