Learning Italian language is the dream of many people, both for study or working reasons, and for a passion for this melodic language. But how to start? Where to study? How long does it take to master it? In this article we will answer the most common questions for those who want to learn Italian. We will provide practical advices on how to approach studying, useful tools, the time needed to reach a good level, as well as suggestions for continuing to learn and improve the Italian language. Italian is a fascinating and musical language, which with the right motivation can be learned more easily than somebody thinks.

Where can I learn italian language?

To learn Italian, as for other languages, there are more or less fast ways. Some factors are essential to study a foreign language:

• the amount of contact time with the language you want to learn;
• the teaching method, mother language and personal attitude;
• how many other languages the student speaks, besides the mother language;
• the level of motivation.

All these factors are important but certainly the teaching method is one of the most important. Today, various face-to-face courses are available to study Italian in a fast and stimulating way, suitable for students of all ages and learning levels.

How long does it take to study fluently italian language?

As a general rule, it can be stated that to study Italian fluently it takes from 600 to 900 hours of study, therefore from 6 months to 9 months (20, 25 hours per week), to pass from the beginner level to the complete mastery of the Italian language. With 200/400 hours you can reach the A2/B1 level, an excellent result which certifies a good autonomy in mastering the Italian language.

How easy is to learn italian?

The ability to study Italian language, like any other subject, is always closely linked to personal characteristics, resources, the commitment one is willing to devote to practice. To achieve a fluent mastery of Italian it is essential to practice the language as much as possible, ideally in the context in which it is used; furthermore, it is important to cultivate the interest constantly and develop in language practice.

Where to learn italian language?

Face-to-face group lessons are the ideal tools for learning Italian language. If a person doesn't have the economic possibility to travel to Italy, a tip is to listen to a song in Italian every day, perhaps on the way to work. Another useful thing is to watch a film in Italian, perhaps with subtitles in your language. The important thing is that both ways to study the particular language - the song and the film are liked: it must be a pleasant and enjoyable experience. Instead, for those who have the economic possibility, they should stay in Italy: learning Italian in the country where this language is spoken in fact gives superior and faster results. For example, following an 80-hour course in a particular country for 2 hours a week for 9 months may be beneficial, but attending the same 80-hour intensive course in 4 weeks in Italy ensures far better learning.

How to learn italian from scratch?

Starting from scratch in learning Italian may seem like a challenge, but with the right tools it is possible to master the basics of the language in no-limited time. First of all, it is useful to invest your time in a good grammar course and do specific exercises for beginners, and to practice daily in listening and understanding the Italian language. Listening to dialogues or podcasts in Italian every day helps you to learn pronunciation, while watching films and TV series in Italian, even with subtitles in your own language, is a great way to assimilate vocabulary and uses. Participating in elementary conversations with a native tutor allows you to improve your dialogic skills, and creating flashcards and summary diagrams will facilitate the memorization process of the concepts acquired. With perseverance and commitment, those people who start from scratch can quickly master the basics of communication and grammar skills to interact with Italian language in everyday life.

How to study conversational italian language?

To master conversational Italian language it is important to study grammar and at the same time live in Italy, communicating and conversing with the local people. In this way, communicative skills and idiomatic expressions can be assimilated. The opportunity to spend time with Italians, interacting with them in everyday situations, hearing the language everywhere and having a pleasant experience helps you to learn Italian quickly and effectively. Therefore, the theoretical part of studying must be integrated with practice and linguistic and cultural immersion.

How easy is learning italian?

The ability to learn Italian is closely linked to personal aptitudes, the resources available and the commitment in studying. The teaching method is certainly important, but the effective one varies from student to student. In fact, everyone has different ways of learning: therefore, the competent teacher is the one who adapts his own method to the interests, inclinations and specific objectives of the students. Therefore, learning Italian depends on the willingness to devote oneself constantly to study and on the ability to find a method tailored to one's characteristics.

The group courses of Italian language school "Sicilia" are created to allow the students to speed up all the linguistic skills of Italian language, thanks to qualified native-speaking teachers and an effective teaching method. By staying in Palermo you will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Italian language and culture fully, for dynamic and stimulating learning.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover Italian language by experiencing it firsthand: book your course in Palermo with Italian language school "Sicilia" today!