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Speak Italian with confidence in everyday situations

A structured self-paced programme that takes you from first phrases to confident B1 conversations, with grammar, vocabulary and practical dialogues.

Level: all levels12 weeks · 8 modules · 40 lessons
  • A1, A2 and B1 levels
  • 40 recorded lessons
  • 8 structured modules
  • 90-day study plan
  • Self-paced access
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Why conversation stalls after the first phrases

You can recognise Italian words on a menu or a sign, but when someone speaks back, the sentence disappears before you can assemble a reply. Most beginners collect vocabulary in lists and grammar in fragments, then freeze when they need to order, ask for directions or tell a simple story.

This programme is built around the situations that make conversation possible. Each module combines a small set of grammar rules with the words and phrases you need in the same week, so you practise using them together rather than storing them for later.

It follows a clear path from A1 to B1: first sounds and sentence building, then past events and practical travel talk, then longer stories, opinions and the topics that come up with friends, colleagues and people you meet in Italy.

The lessons are recorded and self-paced. You can work through them in order, repeat a module when a topic needs more time, or start at the level that matches what you already know.

What you will be able to do

Each outcome is tied to a module and practised through short, practical tasks.

  • Introduce yourself and ask simple questions

    Greet people, say where you are from, talk about work, family and daily routines.

  • Order, shop and travel in Italian

    Handle cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, tickets, hotels and directions.

  • Build sentences with confidence

    Use articles, nouns, adjectives, prepositions and the present tense without guessing.

  • Talk about the past

    Use passato prossimo and imperfetto to say what happened and describe how things were.

  • Use pronouns naturally

    Replace repeated words with direct, indirect and combined pronouns.

  • Express opinions and plans

    Use condizionale and congiuntivo to be polite, speculative and more precise.

  • Follow longer conversations

    Recognise common structures and vocabulary across family, work, media and culture.

  • Discuss modern Italy

    Talk about traditions, study, work and social issues with a wider active vocabulary.

8
structured modules
40
recorded lessons
3
levels: A1 to B1
90
days in the study plan

The method: listen, notice, use

Every module starts with a short listening or dialogue so you hear the language before you analyse it. You then look at the grammar that makes the dialogue work, with explanations kept practical and tied to the examples you have just heard.

Vocabulary is grouped by situation rather than alphabetically. You learn the words for a bar, a hotel, a family conversation or a work introduction as a set, then use them in guided exercises and short writing tasks.

The programme does not ask you to memorise perfect translations. It asks you to notice patterns, repeat useful phrases and build your own sentences with a growing set of tools. That is the habit that turns study into conversation.

How the course works

The course is delivered as recorded video lessons, audio dialogues, written notes and downloadable practice sheets. There are no live sessions to attend, so you can study in the morning, at lunch or late in the evening.

A sensible pace is three to five hours a week. Each lesson is short enough to finish in one sitting, and each module ends with a review task that brings the grammar and vocabulary together.

You can follow the full 90-day plan or move more slowly. If you already know some Italian, use the module summaries to find your starting point; if you are starting from zero, begin with Module 1 and work through in order.

The programme

Eight modules take you from first phrases to B1 conversation. Each module contains five recorded lessons and a set of practice materials.

  1. 1A1 — First sounds and building blocksStart with pronunciation, articles and the two verbs you need for almost every first conversation.
    • Italian sounds and reading rules
    • Definite and indefinite articles
    • Singular and plural nouns, adjectives and articles
    • Subject pronouns and the verbs essere and avere
    • Introductions, greetings and talking about yourself
  2. 2A1 — Regular verbs and everyday descriptionsBuild simple sentences about people, places and possessions.
    • Regular -are, -ere and -ire verbs in the present
    • Asking questions and making negative sentences
    • Numbers, time and ordinal numbers
    • Possessive adjectives and describing appearance
    • Describing your home and apartment
  3. 3A1 — Prepositions, shopping and travel basicsUse the language in shops, cafés, hotels and stations.
    • Prepositions and combined articles
    • Irregular verbs and common expressions with fare
    • Shopping at the market and supermarket
    • At the bar and restaurant: ordering and paying
    • Booking tickets, hotels and finding your way in town
  4. 4A1 — Past events and practical conversationMove from the present into simple past stories and practical travel talk.
    • Passato prossimo: talking about what happened
    • Imperfetto: describing habits and background
    • Modal verbs: potere, dovere, sapere, volere
    • Comparatives, adverbs and simple opinions
    • Travel, money and weather conversations
  5. 5A2 — Pronouns and longer storiesConnect events and replace repetition with pronouns.
    • Irregular plural nouns and impersonal verbs
    • Direct and indirect object pronouns
    • Reflexive verbs in passato prossimo and imperfetto
    • Comparing people and things: più, meno, il più
    • Telling a story with present, past and future tenses
  6. 6A2 — Complex tenses and everyday topicsHandle more complex sentences and the topics that come up in daily life.
    • Trapassato prossimo and sequence of past events
    • Gerund and stare + gerund
    • Passive forms in the present and past
    • Imperative with pronouns and the particles ci and ne
    • Technology, media, family and relationships vocabulary
  7. 7A2 — Fluency across practical themesExpand your vocabulary across culture, routines and practical situations.
    • Official correspondence and polite messages
    • Cinema, television and describing a plot
    • Shopping, errands and household routines
    • Holidays, traditions and Italian celebrations
    • Sport, leisure and everyday wellbeing vocabulary
  8. 8B1 — Confident discussion and modern ItalyDiscuss opinions, plans and contemporary themes with greater control.
    • Combined pronouns and the particle ci in conversation
    • Condizionale presente and passato for polite opinions
    • Congiuntivo presente: wishes, doubts and opinions
    • Passato remoto and why stories use it
    • Work, study and modern Italy: CVs, education and social issues

What you get

  • 40 recorded video lessons

    Short, focused lessons you can pause, repeat and revisit.

  • 8 module workbooks

    Written notes, examples and exercises for each stage of the programme.

  • Dialogue and listening practice

    Audio conversations and transcripts for everyday situations.

  • Vocabulary sets by topic

    Words and phrases grouped for travel, home, work, media and social life.

  • Grammar reference sheets

    Clear summaries of the structures covered in each module.

  • Review and progress checklists

    Simple tasks that show what to revise before moving on.

  • Self-paced study plan

    A 90-day route through the course, with room to adjust the pace.

  • 14-day refund window

    Try the lessons and decide whether the programme fits your goals.

Is this course for you?

This course is for you if…

  • Complete beginners who want a structured start in Italian.
  • Learners who studied some Italian before and want to reconnect the grammar with real conversation.
  • Travellers, remote workers and people planning longer stays in Italy.
  • Anyone who prefers self-paced lessons to a fixed weekly class.
  • Learners who want to move from A1 towards B1 with a clear route.

Probably not a fit if…

  • Advanced learners looking for C1-level literature or academic writing.
  • People who want live classes, one-to-one feedback on every task or a fixed class timetable.
  • Travellers looking for a phrasebook only, with no grammar or practice.
  • Anyone who cannot set aside a few hours a week for steady study.

After the course

You will be able to hold a simple conversation without translating every word in your head. You can introduce yourself, ask questions, handle everyday errands and keep a conversation going when the other person speaks at a normal pace.

You will also have a clearer map of the language. When you hear a new structure, you will know where it fits: a tense, a pronoun, a preposition or a phrase. That makes further study faster and less frustrating.

For travel, the practical modules cover the moments that matter: ordering, booking, asking for directions, talking about money and describing what happened. For work and social life, the B1 modules give you the language to express opinions, discuss plans and talk about contemporary Italy.

Questions before you start

How much time do I need each week?

Most learners need three to five hours a week to follow the 90-day plan. That includes watching the lessons, doing the exercises and reviewing vocabulary. You can slow down if your week is busy.

Do I need previous Italian?

No. Module 1 starts from the sounds and sentence building. If you already know some Italian, you can use the module summaries to begin at A2 or B1, but the full path is designed to be followed in order.

How do I get access after payment?

After checkout you receive access to the course account, where the recorded lessons and downloadable materials are organised by module. You can start with Module 1 immediately.

What is the lesson format?

Lessons are recorded videos with written notes, audio dialogues, vocabulary lists and practice exercises. There are no live sessions, so you are not tied to a timetable.

Does the material stay available?

Yes. The lessons and downloads remain in your account so you can revisit a module, repeat a listening or check a grammar sheet when you need it.

What is the refund policy?

You have 14 days from purchase to request a refund. Try the first modules, read the materials and decide whether the programme suits your goals.

Can I follow all three levels?

Yes. The programme covers A1, A2 and B1 in eight modules. You can work through all of them or focus on the level that matches your current ability.

Will this prepare me for travel and work in Italy?

It gives you practical vocabulary and conversation structures for travel, daily errands, social situations and work introductions. It is not an exam-preparation course and does not promise a specific test result.

What equipment do I need?

A browser, headphones or speakers, and a notebook for notes and exercises. A printer is useful for the practice sheets but not required.

Start your 90-day Italian plan

Work through the lessons at your own pace and build the phrases, grammar and confidence you need for real conversations.