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Take our quick placement test or start with Beginner if you're new to Italian. Choose Intermediate if you know basics, Advanced for fluency practice, or Exam Preparation for GCSE\\\/A-Level\\\/Leaving Cert.

What's the difference between levels?

Each level focuses on different skills: Beginner covers basics and pronunciation, Intermediate builds conversation skills, Advanced perfects fluency, and Exam Preparation targets specific test requirements.

Can I switch levels later?

Yes! You can switch between levels anytime. We recommend starting with a level that feels comfortable and moving up as you progress.

How do I know if I need exam preparation?

Choose Exam Preparation if you're taking GCSE, A-Level, or Leaving Certificate Italian exams. These courses focus specifically on exam formats and marking criteria.

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L1 to L2 Optimisation

LearnLingo.ai provides personalised learning paths optimised for your native language, addressing specific challenges and leveraging linguistic similarities.

Customised explanations based on your L1 grammar patterns

Targeted pronunciation guidance for your language background

Cognate recognition to accelerate vocabulary acquisition

Common interference patterns and how to avoid them

Transfer strategies from your native language

CEFR-Aligned Learning Path

A1

Beginner - Basic communication in simple situations

80-100 hours of study

You will be able to:

Order coffee and food with proper pronunciation
Introduce yourself using essere and avere
Ask for prices and understand numbers

A2

Elementary - Everyday tasks and social situations

180-200 hours of study

You will be able to:

Describe your family and daily routine
Talk about past events with passato prossimo
Make plans using future tense

B1

Intermediate - Independent in most situations

350-400 hours of study

You will be able to:

Express opinions and preferences clearly
Understand main points of Italian media
Handle travel situations confidently

B2

Upper Intermediate - Comfortable with complex topics

500-600 hours of study

You will be able to:

Discuss abstract topics and current events
Understand Italian films without subtitles
Write formal and informal texts appropriately

C1

Advanced - Professional and academic proficiency

700-800 hours of study

You will be able to:

Use language flexibly for all purposes
Understand implicit meanings and nuances
Express yourself spontaneously without searching

C2

Proficiency - Complete mastery

1000+ hours of study

You will be able to:

Understand everything effortlessly
Express finest shades of meaning
Master regional dialects and variations

Real-World Practice Scenarios

A1-A2

Shopping at an Italian market

Tasks you'll practice:

• Greet vendors appropriately by time of day
• Ask about origin and quality of products
• Request specific quantities in metric
• Negotiate prices politely

Language focus:

Food vocabulary including regional specialtiesNumbers and weights: un etto, mezzo chiloDemonstratives: questo, quello, qualePolite forms: vorrei, potrebbe, quanto costa

B1-B2

Discussing art in a Florence museum

Tasks you'll practice:

• Describe artistic techniques and periods
• Express opinions about different works
• Compare Renaissance and modern art
• Discuss cultural and historical context

Language focus:

Art vocabulary: dipinto, scultura, rinascimentoExpressing opinions with subjunctiveMaking comparisons: più/meno di, tanto...quantoPast tenses for historical narratives

Cultural Context & Etiquette

Greetings

• Cheek kisses (usually 2) among friends
• "Buongiorno" until afternoon, then "Buonasera"
• "Ciao" only with people you know well

Etiquette

• Dress well - bella figura is important
• Coffee rules: cappuccino only in morning
• Don't rush meals - eating is social time

Business Culture

• Relationship building is crucial
• Hierarchy and titles are respected
• Personal connections often facilitate business

Exam Preparation

Available Exams

• CILS - Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera
• CELI - Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana
• PLIDA - Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri
• AP Italian, GCSE Italian, A-Level Italian

Preparation Tips

• CILS and CELI are accepted for university admission
• Practice speaking tasks - pronunciation matters
• Learn regional variations for C1/C2 levels

Your Learning Toolkit

Immerse in Italian culture while studying grammar patterns

Daily Practice

Listen to Italian music and analyse lyrics
Read Corriere della Sera or La Repubblica
Practice with Italian films with Italian subtitles
Use hand gestures when practicing speaking

Immersion Tips

Follow Italian cooking channels on YouTube
Join online Italian conversation exchanges
Listen to Italian podcasts for your level
Change your phone and apps to Italian

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L1 to L2 Optimisation

LearnLingo.ai provides personalised learning paths optimised for your native language, addressing specific challenges and leveraging linguistic similarities.

Customised explanations based on your L1 grammar patterns

Targeted pronunciation guidance for your language background

Cognate recognition to accelerate vocabulary acquisition

Common interference patterns and how to avoid them

Transfer strategies from your native language

CEFR-Aligned Learning Path

A1

Beginner - Basic communication in simple situations

80-100 hours of study

You will be able to:

Order coffee and food with proper pronunciation
Introduce yourself using essere and avere
Ask for prices and understand numbers

A2

Elementary - Everyday tasks and social situations

180-200 hours of study

You will be able to:

Describe your family and daily routine
Talk about past events with passato prossimo
Make plans using future tense

B1

Intermediate - Independent in most situations

350-400 hours of study

You will be able to:

Express opinions and preferences clearly
Understand main points of Italian media
Handle travel situations confidently

B2

Upper Intermediate - Comfortable with complex topics

500-600 hours of study

You will be able to:

Discuss abstract topics and current events
Understand Italian films without subtitles
Write formal and informal texts appropriately

C1

Advanced - Professional and academic proficiency

700-800 hours of study

You will be able to:

Use language flexibly for all purposes
Understand implicit meanings and nuances
Express yourself spontaneously without searching

C2

Proficiency - Complete mastery

1000+ hours of study

You will be able to:

Understand everything effortlessly
Express finest shades of meaning
Master regional dialects and variations

Real-World Practice Scenarios

A1-A2

Shopping at an Italian market

Tasks you'll practice:

• Greet vendors appropriately by time of day
• Ask about origin and quality of products
• Request specific quantities in metric
• Negotiate prices politely

Language focus:

Food vocabulary including regional specialtiesNumbers and weights: un etto, mezzo chiloDemonstratives: questo, quello, qualePolite forms: vorrei, potrebbe, quanto costa

B1-B2

Discussing art in a Florence museum

Tasks you'll practice:

• Describe artistic techniques and periods
• Express opinions about different works
• Compare Renaissance and modern art
• Discuss cultural and historical context

Language focus:

Art vocabulary: dipinto, scultura, rinascimentoExpressing opinions with subjunctiveMaking comparisons: più/meno di, tanto...quantoPast tenses for historical narratives

Cultural Context & Etiquette

Greetings

• Cheek kisses (usually 2) among friends
• "Buongiorno" until afternoon, then "Buonasera"
• "Ciao" only with people you know well

Etiquette

• Dress well - bella figura is important
• Coffee rules: cappuccino only in morning
• Don't rush meals - eating is social time

Business Culture

• Relationship building is crucial
• Hierarchy and titles are respected
• Personal connections often facilitate business

Exam Preparation

Available Exams

• CILS - Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera
• CELI - Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana
• PLIDA - Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri
• AP Italian, GCSE Italian, A-Level Italian

Preparation Tips

• CILS and CELI are accepted for university admission
• Practice speaking tasks - pronunciation matters
• Learn regional variations for C1/C2 levels

Your Learning Toolkit

Immerse in Italian culture while studying grammar patterns

Daily Practice

Listen to Italian music and analyse lyrics
Read Corriere della Sera or La Repubblica
Practice with Italian films with Italian subtitles
Use hand gestures when practicing speaking

Immersion Tips

Follow Italian cooking channels on YouTube
Join online Italian conversation exchanges
Listen to Italian podcasts for your level
Change your phone and apps to Italian