Italian Learning Accelerator

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Italian Learning Accelerator episodes

November 09, 2023Learn Italian: Tourism
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.
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Phrases in this episode:
What is there to do around here?
We are here to go sight-seeing.
Are there any bus tours of the city?
How long do the tours last?
If we only have two days in the city, what places should we see?
Where are the best historical locations?
Can you help us arrange a tour guide?
Can we pay with a credit card?
We want to go somewhere casual for lunch, and somewhere nice for dinner.
Are there any trails near here where we can go for a walk?
Is the trail easy or strenuous?
Is there a map of the trail available?
What type of wildlife might we see?
Are there any dangerous animals or plants on the hike?
Are there any predators around here, like bears or cougars?
We’ll bring our bear spray!
4 min
November 06, 2023Learn Italian: Lodging
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:
Is there a hostel somewhere near here?
We need somewhere to stay for one night.
We’d like to book a room for two weeks.
How do we get to our room?
Do you offer complimentary breakfast?
Is there a swimming pool here?
Do you offer room service?
Can we see the room service menu?
Can you charge this to our room?
I forgot my toothbrush. Do you have one available?
We don’t need our room cleaned today.
I lost my room key, do you have another one?
What is the check out time in the morning?
We are ready to check out.
Is there a shuttle from here to the airport?
Can I have a receipt emailed to me?
We enjoyed our visit. We’ll leave you a good review!
4 min
October 20, 2023Learn Italian: Clothes Shopping
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:
Let's go to the clothing store.
I’m just browsing, thank you.
I’m looking for something specific.
Do you have this dress in a larger size?
May I try this shirt on?
Are there any other colors of these pants available?
Do you have any more of these jackets?
These don’t fit me.
Do you sell hats here?
Is there a mirror so I can see what it looks like?
What do you think? Is it too small?
I’m on my way to the beach! Do you sell sunglasses?
How much do these earrings cost?
Do you make these clothes yourself?
I’ll take two of these necklaces, please. One is a gift!
Can you wrap this up for me?
Do you accept credit cards?
Is there an alteration shop nearby?
I'll definitely be back!
4 min
October 03, 2023Learn Italian: Ideas 2
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:
Tell me about yourself.
I regard life as my toy store.
Better to ask permission than forgiveness.
Only by error do we learn.
And by observation. Error and observation. Observe more!
Now I can only ask for forgiveness.
How we feel about something is often determined by the story we tell ourselves about it.
The story people tell us about themselves tells us little about who they are, and much about who they want us to believe they are.
The ability to delay gratification is a predictor of success in life.
I leave the last bite of something tasty to make future-me love current-me.
Delayed gratification at the extreme is no gratification.
If you can't be happy with a coffee, then you can't be happy with a yacht.
The first rule of winning the game is to stop moving the goalposts
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
I would rather have questions that can't be answered than answers that can't be questioned.
My mind is made up of an elephant and a rider.
Only by doing things the elephant dislikes will I know if the rider is in control.
I end every hot shower with 1 minute of cold water.
The elephant never wants to do it, the rider always does.
Discipline is the act of proving to yourself that you can trust yourself.
Discipline is freedom.
Discipline must be practiced, in small and big ways.
Self esteem is a mountain made of layers of paint.
Not everything has to be so serious.
When you bring the fun, the world appreciates it.
Have you ever thought about how scary the ocean would be if fish could scream?
7 min
September 18, 2023Learn Italian: Dentist's Office
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:
Things have been going pretty well with my teeth!
I have several issues to address with the dentist today.
I don’t floss every day but I do brush twice a day!
Are we going to do X-rays today?
I’ve been having some sensitivity in my teeth.
My teeth hurt when I eat or drink something cold.
It hurts just in this one spot.
My gums are a bit sore. They are hurting.
I have this weird spot on my tongue.
I think I have a canker sore.
It hurts when I bite down on my food.
Do I have any cavities today?
I’ve been trying to cut back on sweets.
Can you tell me what you mean by that?
I hit my tooth on something while I was skiing!
I can’t believe I chipped my tooth with my fork!
It was bleeding a lot but eventually it stopped.
Please tell me I don’t need a root canal!
Do you have any laughing gas?
The hygienists here are always so gentle.
Oh I’m so glad I don’t have any issues, I was a bit worried!
Thank you so much for helping me!
5 min
September 12, 2023Learn Italian: Doctor's Office
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.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
I need to see a doctor.
How do I get to the hospital?
My stomach is hurting.
I'm having chest pain.
I have a fever.
I have a headache.
I've been getting lightheaded.
I have some kind of skin infection.
My throat is sore.
It hurts when I swallow.
I was bitten by an animal.
My arm hurts a lot.
I was in a car accident.
I think I might have broken a bone.
I've had a rough day.
I'm allergic to latex.
Can I buy that at a pharmacy?
Where is the nearest pharmacy?
3 min
September 09, 2023Learn Italian: Giving Compliments 2
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.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
I have nice things to tell you.
You are a very interesting person.
You really do amaze me.
You are so beautiful to me.
I feel enamored with your mind.
You do so much good in the world.
The world is a better place with you in it.
You make life better for so many people!
I've never felt more impressed by anyone.
I like what you did there.
I respect how you handled that!
I admire you.
You know when to be silly and when to be serious.
You're a good listener.
You only have to hear things once to integrate them.
You are so gracious when accepting compliments!
You're an inspiration to me.
You are so good to me!
You inspire me to be a better version of myself.
I believe that meeting you was no accident.
People accelerating their learning with technology are smart.
4 min
September 06, 2023Learn Italian: Saying Goodbye
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.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
I'm afraid I must be going now!
I'm heading out.
It's time for me to go!
I'm continuing my travels.
I'm leaving soon for Rome.
I'm heading to the bus station.
My flight leaves in 2 hours.
I wanted to say goodbye.
It was a pleasure.
Thank you so much for everything.
It was wonderful to meet you.
Where are you heading next?
Have a safe journey.
Safe travels!
Happy travels!
I'm so glad our paths crossed.
3 min
September 03, 2023Learn Italian: Restaurants 2
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.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
I'd like to take you out for dinner.
Let's try a new restaurant tonight.
Could I sit with you at this table?
You're welcome to sit at this table.
Are you ready to order?
We're ready to order.
We already ordered.
Could I have water without ice?
Could I have bottled water still sealed?
Could I have a soda? Just kidding, sugar is toxic.
What type of beer do you have?
Could I have an extra cup please?
This mustard bottle is clogged, could I have another?
This is a little undercooked.
Could this be cooked a little more?
What a unique combination of flavors!
The meal was terrible but the company made up for it.
This meal is my treat!
I'm going to pay.
I'd like to pay that person's bill, too.
4 min
August 31, 2023Learn Italian: Grilling with Friends
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.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and Italian phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
What a cozy setup you have here.
The grill's aroma is mouth-watering!
That iced tea is incredibly refreshing.
Your kids are so entertaining.
Your pet sure loves the attention.
I hear you're quite the weekend hiker.
Can I lend a hand with anything?
So, you're the green thumb of the family!
The lawn looks well cared for.
Who's the chef behind these delicious skewers?
Your side dishes are a hit.
This is what outdoor dining is all about.
Where did you get this marinade recipe?
Is this salad from your own garden?
This garlic bread is amazing.
Any special ingredients in this sauce?
The grill marks are impeccable.
Nothing compares to a perfectly grilled steak.
Couldn't ask for better grilling weather.
Let me know how I can help clean up.
What a beautiful evening!
5 min