Italian Phrasebook for Adult Beginners

Common Italian Words & Phrases for Everyday Conversation and Travel

By: Explore to Win

Narrated by: Andrea Locorotondo

Is it possible to learn a language as complex as Italian when you're an adult?

Does it necessarily entail a lot of hard work and time consumption?

Truthfully, the answer is yes...it can be harder to learn as an adult.

That happens because an adult's mind works differently than a kid's; it is less plastic, less dynamic, and more reliant on consolidated conceptions.

Also, adults tend not to have plenty of free time....

But, on the other hand, an adult's mind is also more analytical, better at seeing the whole picture and noticing the existing links between factors.

Our learning method takes advantage of the specific strength points of an adult's mind to let you achieve major results with minor effort.

We will exploit your natural analytical skills and simultaneously prevent you from relying on your existing language conceptions....

Why?

So you can receive and consolidate new knowledge in the best and fastest way possible!

You will learn Italian in a dynamic way that makes studying stimulating and compelling, keeping your motivation high throughout the process.

Italian Phrasebook for Adult Beginners is not just a phrasebook....

It is an interactive tool for beginners to start learning Italian and put the new knowledge immediately into practice.

Along with language learning, this book provides a quick handbook for travelers and tidbits of information about the Italian country and culture.

In particular, with Italian Phrasebook for Adult Beginners, you'll discover:

• How to approach the Italian language
• How to pronounce words in Italian
• The basics of Italian grammar
• How to formulate questions and answers
• Common Italian words and phrases that you can find on tickets, road signs, etc.
• Common phrases in various scenarios, including travel, tourism, business, and leisure
• How to have a phone call in Italian
• How to seek help in Italian
• A quick handbook with over 100 handy expressions divided by theme/scenario

In addition, there are numerous exercises to actively practice with all that you learned from the book, including pronunciation, comprehension of written sentences, and having a conversation.

Plus, you'll receive additional Italian resources as a bonus so you can grasp the Italian language with fun and ease!

With our approach, learning a language can be fun even for grown-ups.

Prepare yourself to explore the beauties of the Italian tongue without any pressure, stress, or frustration.

Are you ready to get started speaking Italian? Scroll up and click "add to cart" now!

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A great and fun way of learning Italian!

The book is an ideal resource and learning tool for adults learning Italian. The author approaches the book using phonetics, pronunciation and importantly grammar. The book is divided into chapters visiting, traveling and living in Italy. And another chapter with exercises to test and further consolidate your knowledge.
Finally the last chapter involves recommendations of resources and planning your journey learning Italian. Suggestions making of other books, audio and movies to enhance your language learning experience. Lastly the book has a quick reference handbook for those sentences and words you need in a hurry.
I enjoyed this audiobook because it is hearing and using your listening skills in learning the language. This is where learning from a written book has some downfalls. You can hear the ways the words are pronounced with audiobooks and it helps you understand the context the phrases are used. I found I can increase or decrease the speed you hear the phrases which is helpful when listening in real situations. The book also contains bonus resources and materials for free.
I would recommend this book.

Excellent Book for Language Learners

I speak Spanish with an intermediate level of fluency, and I have enjoyed reading books that had tidbits of other latin-based languages or watching Spanish/French/Italian movies with subtitles. Interested in broadening my language comprehension, I tried this Italian Phrasebook to see if I would like learning with it. I originally downloaded the audiobook, but I do better learning visually, so I purchased the ebook to supplement. Let me tell you that I honestly loved listening to this audiobook. It is so much easier to learn a new language when you hear it spoken from a native speaker, and combined with reading the ebook at the same time, I am pleased to find that I am learning Italian!! It is so cool to recognize many of the same or similar words as Spanish because of the Latin-based language. It is the same with French as several words are close enough to make out even if they are spelled and pronounced differently.

The narrator of this audiobook has a very pleasant sounding voice and a beautiful accent when speaking English. I could listen to him for hours, and I literally have done so. It probably helps that I took three semesters of Spanish in college, but I am loving learning Italian using this audiobook.

I highly recommend this audiobook, and I also recommend getting the ebook to read along if you are a visual learner like myself.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Themed Chapters and Short Guidebook

This Italian phrase book audiobook isn't just a phrase book. It also has sections on pronunciation and grammar and ends with a short guidebook of what may perhaps be the most used or necessary phrases for you to know if you are talking with Italians in their own language or are in Italy. The bulk of the book is divided into thematic chapters, like how to carry on a phone conversation in Italian with an Italian. Sprinkled throughout all the chapters, aside from the phrases, are helpful little tidbits about Italian culture and snippets of conversation so you can see the phrases in action. The book also provides alternate ways of saying something or asking a question. I think that's a great idea in a language learning book, as I would imagine in most languages—as happens in English—there are several ways of saying the same thing. The book also has short quizzes to get you thinking about what to say or how to respond in Italian. I like how there are sometimes several correct answers!

Unfortunately, though it has many wonderful qualities, this audiobook had some drawbacks. First, the text of the audiobook itself seems to be taken directly from the text of the eBook version with no changes that should happen when switching formats. For instance, at one point, the narrator recommends you pick up the audiobook version of the book to help you with your pronunciation. Hmmm, we are listening to the audiobook! The text also refers to tables, which are undoubtedly in the eBook version. However, the publisher did not provide a PDF with this audiobook, which is possible for audiobooks on Audible. I actually wish the publisher had included such a PDF. As adult language learners differ from child language learners, we are often helped by seeing something, especially those of us who are visual learners. Audiobooks are usually significantly more expensive than ebooks, so I think most nonfiction publishers who create audiobooks from their content should include a PDF copy of the book. Even just some tables, quizzes, and the pronunciation section would have been helpful if the publisher did not want to include the entire book.

The book's narrator is clearly from Italy, and he has an easy-to-understand accent, even though, when he speaks English, it is—of course—heavily accented. But I think he gets across the rhythmic cadence of Italian very well. I could certainly imagine listening to this audiobook as you're either flying directly to Italy or winding your way on a European train toward that country. It will certainly get you in tune with the rhythms of Italian speech and will help you pick up a few words and phrases you will find helpful.

Fantastic tool

Italian Phrasebook for Adult Beginners is a fantastic tool for anyone looking to dive into learning Italian, particularly adults who may feel daunted by the idea of mastering a new language later in life. The audiobook shines by leveraging the unique strengths of adult learners, focusing on an analytical and practical approach to language acquisition.

Narrated in a clear, engaging manner, the audiobook provides a step-by-step guide that simplifies Italian pronunciation, grammar, and common phrases. The pace is approachable, and the instructions are well-structured, making the process feel less overwhelming. What sets this audiobook apart is its interactive nature. It includes exercises to practice pronunciation and comprehension, helping listeners put their newly acquired skills to use immediately.

Beyond language instruction, the audiobook adds depth by weaving in cultural insights and practical travel tips, making it a well-rounded resource for both language learners and prospective travelers to Italy. Whether you want to ask for directions, order food, or make small talk, this audiobook covers essential phrases in everyday scenarios.

One of its strengths is the emphasis on making learning fun and stress-free. The narration keeps the listener motivated and engaged, breaking down the language in a way that feels accessible and encouraging. Plus, the added bonus resources included enhance the learning experience, ensuring learners have additional tools to practice and grow their skills.

Overall, Italian Phrasebook for Adult Beginners is an excellent choice for adult learners who want a practical, enjoyable, and effective way to start speaking Italian. The combination of language basics, travel tips, and interactive exercises makes it a standout resource for beginners.

Great Learning Tool

This workbook is a great learning tool. I appreciated the helpful lessons throughout and found it very easy to follow along. The audiobook makes it so much more helpful when you can listen along.

I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion

A nice introduction to Italian

A nice introduction to Italian, this audiobook aims to bring you up to speed on the basics of speaking Italian over a suggested 30 day period.

It starts with an overview of the alphabet, and then go over basic grammars and more advanced words and sentences. The book is sprinkled with examples and all words and phrases are immediately translated to english.

The narrator has a very good Italian pronounciation (being an italian that is probably to be expected) but sometimes is a bit difficult to undertstand on certain english translations - but for the most part his english prononciation is very serviceable.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.