Italian Learning Accelerator

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Italian Learning Accelerator episodes

March 12, 2024Learn Italian: Spa Day
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I’m calling to find out what services you offer.
I’m interested in deep tissue massage.
What is the cost for a 60 minute massage?
What amenities do you have available?
Is the hot tub included in the price?
Is the sauna for both men and women?
Is there a time or day that is for women only?
Do you have any packages available?
What does the package include?
Can I add on additional services the day of my appointment?
Do you offer a birthday discount?
Do you offer tea or other beverages during the appointment?
Can I bring my own water bottle?
Do I have to pay extra for towels or are those included?
Do you provide robes and sandals?
Do you have a locker room for personal belongings?
Is parking available on site?
What is your cancellation policy?
Okay, I’d like to go ahead and schedule now.
I’m so ready for a day to relax and unwind!
5 min
March 05, 2024Learn Italian: Museum Visit
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Admission for one adult, please.
What hours are you open today?
Are there any special exhibits to see right now?
Do you have a map of the museum?
Are there guided tours available?
What time do the tours take place?
How long does each tour last?
Is there an extra charge to take the tour?
Can I bring my drink inside?
Is there a cafe or restaurant here?
I've always been interested in the history of this area.
I'm find this sign a bit confusing.
Can you explain why the people of this time did this?
Where can I find more information on this topic?
Is there a restroom nearby?
I'm lost! How do I get to this area from here?
Is there a gift shop?
I want to buy a souvenir to remember this experience.
I love the architecture of this building.
Such a beautiful museum!
I enjoyed my visit very much.
4 min
February 27, 2024Learn Italian: Preparing for Emergencies
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Where is the nearest hospital?
What is the emergency number for this area?
Is there cell phone service there?
Are there any common natural disasters around here?
Is it wildfire season here?
Are there earthquakes or tsunamis in this area?
Where do people go in case of tsunami?
Are there poisonous plants or animals in this area?
How can we prevent encountering them?
What do we need to bring in case of a bite or infection?
A first aid kit is a necessity.
We need to purchase bandages and a cleaning solution.
We need to bring lots of water if we’ll be in a remote area.
Do you have a way to purify water to make it drinkable?
Is there anything else we should be aware of before we go?
It’s always better to be safe than sorry!
4 min
February 20, 2024Learn Italian: Pharmacy
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I'm here to pick up a prescription.
I was involved in an accident.
This is the note from the doctor.
Here is my date of birth.
Do you know when it will be ready?
How much will it cost?
Do you have a cheaper option?
How often do I need to take the pills?
Are there side effects I need to know about?
Should I take them with food or water?
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Can you print the instructions for me?
The doctor said I will need gauze for the bleeding.
The doctor said I should use antibacterial soap, do you have that?
What sort of pain medication do you carry?
Is there a way to check my blood pressure while I’m here?
Thank you for all the help!
4 min
February 13, 2024Learn Italian: Taxi from the Airport
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Where can I find taxis?
Are you available?
Can you take me to this address?
This is my first time visiting.
I'm here on vacation.
I've always wanted to come here.
I'm so excited to get to know the culture.
I've been practicing the language as much as I can!
I learned a lot by listening to a podcast.
I can understand enough to get around, I hope.
We'll find out soon!
So far I think it's even more beautiful in person!
I only have three days in this city.
I will be in Italy for two weeks total.
I'm traveling on my own for now.
My partner is meeting me in a different city.
What activities do you recommend if I only have a few days here?
Is there a restaurant that serves great local food?
Thanks so much for the information! That is super helpful!
Can you help me with my luggage?
Please keep the change.
Very nice to meet you!
4 min
February 06, 2024Learn Italian: A Day at the Beach
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Where is the nearest beach?
Can we walk there from here?
Is it a sandy beach or a rocky beach?
Should we wear flip flops or sneakers?
Is the water warm enough to swim in?
Can we take a bus there, or a taxi?
We're a little lost! We're trying to find the public beach.
Do you recommend this beach, or is there a better one nearby?
There is a business offering boat tours.
Do they offer the option to go scuba diving or snorkeling?
We are certified for scuba diving.
Do people go surfing on this beach?
Where can we rent surf boards and wet suits?
Are there sharks or stinging fish in the water?
We just want to lay in the sun!
Oh no, I've got sand in my bathing suit!
Are you selling cold drinks?
Can we rent an umbrella? We are getting sunburned!
Do you mind if we use some of your sunscreen?
I love this beach! It's so nice to relax once in a while!
5 min
January 30, 2024Learn Italian: Music
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
What type of music do you like to listen to?
I prefer rock, pop, and electronic dance music.
Do you like American rock bands?
Who do you think is the greatest rock band of all time?
Who is your favorite female pop singer?
What about your favorite male pop singer?
What do you like most about this type of music?
Have you ever heard of this artist?
What was your favorite music growing up?
Do you play any instruments?
What is the instrument you would like to learn the most?
Do you like to dance or sing?
I'm always singing in the shower!
I like to do karaoke, do you?
I like to dance when I'm alone in my apartment.
I worry that my neighbors can hear me.
Do you want to go to the dance club with me?
We can dance together.
I will show you how!
4 min
January 25, 2024Learn Italian: Gratitude
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I have been thinking about everything I’m grateful for.
When I want to complain, I think about the suffering of others.
Then I remember that my life is actually very good.
I have a lot to be thankful for.
My family loves me, and I have many friends.
I know that when I’m feeling sad, I can reach out to a friend.
My friends always help me to put things into perspective.
Sometimes it helps to look at things from a different point of view.
Then we can see all the good there is in the world.
People are always trying to help each other.
Everyone is just doing their best.
When I think about my loved ones, I feel a sense of connection.
I'm connected to everyone in the whole world.
No matter where we live, we are all the same.
I’m grateful for the diversity of culture and language.
But laughter sounds the same in every language.
That’s how we know that we are all one human family.
We might be different on the outside, but inside we are all the same.
I love being here on planet earth and don't want to leave just yet.
What are you grateful for today?
5 min
January 15, 2024Learn Italian: Our Beautiful Planet
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Earth is a wonderful planet.
I feel so lucky to get a human life on this planet.
For you to be born here on Earth required a series of one in a million chances.
There never has been, and never will be, another human with your DNA on Earth.
You and Earth have a unique relationship.
In addition to beauty, Earth is a tremendously resilient complex system.
Earth finds balance.
Every life form here has found a niche that works, that lives.
It's nice to think that, no matter what humans do, we can't destroy Earth.
We could certainly ruin Earth for humans. But life will go on here.
How amazing it would be if Earth were the only planet with life in the entire universe.
And also how amazing if there were other planets out there, supporting life.
A planet of different biomes, different species, also in balance, out there among the stars.
As interesting as that planet would be to us, Earth is, too.
Earth is such an interesting place to visit!
I love our planet!
5 min
January 11, 2024Learn Italian: New Years
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Italian, to improve your Italian vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Italian.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Italian language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Italian class. The more you expose your brain to Italian audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Earth has made another trip around the sun!
New Years is a holiday that everyone on Earth can celebrate together.
Every year more places broadcast video of their New Years celebration.
It's fun to watch the celebrations in each city around the world.
In some places, they drop a fancy ball down to the ground to mark the moment the years transition.
In some places, people shoot off fireworks to celebrate the new year.
New Years is a great time to reflect on life.
Many people make new years resolutions about things they want to improve about themselves in the new year.
Do you have a New Years resolution?
Why do so many people fail at their New Years resolutions?
The people who put off making a positive change until the new year, are people who put off making positive changes.
New Years is a great time to celebrate all the positive change we've made that year.
And let's not ignore any good reasons to party!
4 min