Ludovica Corda
Second Language Acquisition Expert & White-Glove Coach
Founder of Transformational Language Coaching
What does NE mean in Italian?
In this video I'll talk about NE, that little word Italians LOOOOVE to throw in every other sentence and English-speakers can rarely make sense of.
I'll tell you all about the meanings of NE and its correct placement in a sentence.
Enjoy this PILLOLA
Four Common Mistakes You Can Easily Avoid
If you'd like to go beyond your textbook knowledge of the language and speak like a real Italian, this short episode of PILLOLE D'ITALIANO is exactly what you need.
In less than 6 minutes I'll address 4 common mistakes that English speakers tend to make when speaking in Italian (yep, you're not alone).
Hopefully, after watching the video, you'll be four steps closer to talking like a native!
CI: One Little Word, So Many Meanings
How do you feel about CI, that little Italian word that seems to drive everyone insane? Have you learned to embrace it, or do you tend to avoid it like the plague...hoping that ignoring it when it pops up will make it irrelevant?
I'm sorry to break it to you but you can't go past two sentences in Italian without bumping into that tricky CI, so allow me to help you better understand it and feel more comfortable using it.
In this episode you'll find so much information: first I focus on the two "mainstream" meanings of the word, and then I tackle the aspects that English speakers tend to find most challenging.
Take your time to assimilate this "Italian pill" and don't forget to breathe!
The Many Meanings of FIGURATI
Have you had multiple encounters with the Italian word FIGURATI, and are still confused about its meaning?
Do not despair: you're far from being alone, and I am here to help! This episode of PILLOLE D'ITALIANO focuses on the 5 main meanings "figurati" can express.
After watching the video, try to pay attention to how native speakers would use this common word and see if you can understand the meaning every time...Buon divertimento
Do NOT say “it makes sense” in Italy
How good would you feel about yourself, if you could learn something super-useful in less than 3 minutes?
To start (or continue) your week on a highly productive note, watch this short video and learn why you should avoid saying "it makes sense" in Italian.
Happy learning
From Dante to The TV: A Brief History of the Italian Language
Did you know that September 13th 2021 marked Dante's 700th death anniversary? To honor the occasion, I created a short video about the origin of Italian.
In this bilingual episode I'll present you with a brief history of the #Italian language, from Dante to the beginning of the television era!
An Interview with the author of ITALIANITÀ
Today I'd love to share with you my recent interview (in English) with Bill Giovinazzo, award-winning author of the book Italianità - The Essence of Being Italian and Italian-American.
I absolutely loved this book and my wish is that this conversation with its author will help you discover more about the #Italian and #ItalianAmerican culture.