This clip is from Episode 7: "Tips for Learning Italian - Make Friends and Find a Job in Italy, Avoid Apartment Hunting Nightmares, and Embrace the Italian Culture"

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In the full episode, Roberto Cittadini, an Italian teacher for 30 years, explains why learning the language is the key to unlocking Italy. Imagine understanding Italian conversations around you, appreciating the culture more, and making Italian friends effortlessly.

Find the full episode on ITALIAN, FOR SURE to join host Catrin Skaperdas and guest Roberto as they have an entertaining and educational chat about Italian culture inclusive of:

Words taught in class that are not used in daily life

The effectiveness and limitations of learning through TV, film, and music

Double consonants

Rolling 'R's

Englishsisms (i.e. "sport" used in Italy)

The typical flow of learning a language and what usually comes first

Tips for learning Italian, whether you live in Italy or elsewhere

How to read apartment listings

The usual progression of native Spanish speakers learning Italian

Italian words used in America

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