Are you planning a trip to Italy anytime soon? Here is a list of keywords and phrases you should try and learn for your next trip. Through the Italian language, you will make friends with kind locals and learn more about the Italian culture. I recommend learning a few phrases every day and before you know it you will be speaking basic Italian.

Try not to get discouraged! Languages are hard to learn and it definitely takes more than a couple of days to make full sentences. If you have any questions or need any help with some new phrases that you want to learn, I’d be happy to help. Feel free to comment below!

Greetings in Italian

Here you will find basic Italian greetings that every Italian uses throughout the day.

Numbers & Colours

Numbers can be tricky, but the sooner you start to learn them the easier it will be when dealing with time and money in Italy. Remember, practice makes perfect! Give yourself some time to become familiar with their number system and please don’t stress yourself out if it doesn’t come natural to you. You got this!

Month/Days

Personal Questions in Italian

Here are a few questions and responses that you can use in conversation with the people you meet in Italy. Don’t be shy or intimidated to speak Italian. If someone gives you a hard time for your accent or pronunciation that is a comment on their character, not you! Through these basic questions, you can try to get to know the locals of the city and make new friends along the way.

Directions in Italian

Here are some basic questions to help (Aiuto!) you find your way through the city. You’ll never be afraid to get lost if you know these basic questions.

Shopping

Here you will find some great questions and response that you may have to use while shopping around in Italy. Have fun shopping!

Time

Now that you’ve learned your numbers, you’ll have no problem telling the time! Don’t worry if you don’t get the hang of it right away. Just keep practising throughout the day and you’ll be a pro before you know it!

Money

In Italy, they use the Euro currency. Below you will find what the euro coins and bills look like and what to call them.

Ordering in Italian

Here you will find some easy phrases to help you order when you are in a restaurant in Italy.

Accommodations

Never be afraid to book a room in Italy! Learn these key questions and responses and you should be all set to book your next hotel.

I hope that these phrases and words will help you towards your next adventure in Italy!

Safe travels,

Carina

ps. If all else fails, just ask, “Parli Inglese?” 😉