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Authentic everyday conversation and regional idiomatic expressions
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Northern Italian (Milan, Turin) vs Southern Italian (Naples, Sicily): accents and dialects
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CILS, CELI and PLIDA exam preparation: official certifications
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Immersive Italian culture: food, fashion, neorealist cinema and football
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Italian gestures and non-verbal communication: 250 distinct hand signs
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Italian for travel: Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, Sicily

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Is Italian easy to learn for English speakers?

Italian is one of the most accessible foreign languages for English speakers, thanks to a large stock of shared Latin-based vocabulary. Pronunciation is remarkably regular, in Italian, each letter is almost always pronounced the same way, with very few exceptions. The grammar has a few subtleties (the choice between 'essere' and 'avere' in compound tenses, the subjunctive, two different verbs for 'to know') but remains logical. A motivated learner can hold a simple conversation after about 3 months of regular practice.

What are the differences between Northern and Southern Italian?

Italian regional accents are among the most distinctive in Europe. Milanese is fast and guttural, Roman has a drawling quality with 'c' pronounced as 'ch', Neapolitan is sing-song and sometimes hard for a Tuscan to understand. Historical dialects (Sicilian, Venetian, Neapolitan) are still spoken at home. At Targumi, we teach standard italiano (the 'neutral' Italian understood everywhere) and walk you through regional quirks so you feel at ease anywhere in Italy.

Can I learn Italian purely for travelling in Italy?

Absolutely, and it is one of the most effective motivations. We offer targeted 'Travel in Italy' tracks: ordering at restaurants with confidence, bargaining at markets, understanding signs and menus, chatting with locals at museums and historical sites. Italy welcomes 60 million tourists a year, even a little Italian gives you access to experiences other visitors simply cannot have.

Which Italian certifications are recognised?

The three official certifications are: CILS (Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera, University of Siena), CELI (Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana, University for Foreigners of Perugia) and PLIDA (Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri). All cover four skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) from A1 to C2. These certifications are recognised for study, immigration and work in Italy. We prepare you with exam-style exercises and full mock tests.

Should I learn Italian or Spanish first?

The two are closely related and reinforce each other, once you reach B1 in one, the other becomes about 40% faster to learn. Decision criteria: if you travel mostly in Latin America or have Spanish-speaking contacts, start with Spanish. If Italy, fashion, food, design or opera appeal to you, start with Italian. Some of our students learn both in parallel in small doses, with our small groups, that is entirely manageable.

Is Italian useful professionally?

Italy is the third-largest economy in the eurozone. Sectors where Italian is highly valued include fashion and luxury (Gucci, Prada, Armani, Ferragamo), industrial design (Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati), gastronomy and food processing (Italy is Europe's leading food exporter), and tourism and culture. For professionals in luxury, design or import-export with Italy, Italian is a key that opens the door to local professional networks.

How long does it take to learn Italian?

Italian is one of the fastest languages to learn for English speakers: 3 to 5 months to reach a conversational B1 level with regular lessons. The vocabulary draws heavily on Latin roots shared with English via French, and pronunciation is very regular. With Targumi, the first real exchanges in Italian are possible within weeks, thanks to our small groups and native teachers.

Can I learn Italian on my own?

The basics are relatively easy to pick up through self-study. But to achieve a genuinely Italian accent (not an anglicised one), master the subjunctive in conversation, and understand regional variations, a native teacher makes all the difference. Our Targumi lessons in small groups immerse you in living Italian with real-time corrections.

How much do Italian courses cost on Targumi?

Targumi offers 3 plans: monthly, quarterly, and lifetime access. All plans include live small-group classes with native teachers, interactive lessons, and the community. See full pricing on the pricing page.

Are the Italian courses online or in person?

100% online. Live classes happen in small groups via Google Meet. You can join from anywhere in the world. The mobile and web app stay accessible 24/7 for interactive lessons.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. Targumi offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans. If you are not satisfied, just email [email protected] for a full refund.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel anytime from your profile (“My subscriptions” section) with no hidden fees. Your access stays active until the end of your paid period.

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