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30-day Italian Grammar Challenge

Not sure where to start? Do you feel haunted by Italian grammar? Take up the 30-day Grammar Challenge! I’ll send you 15 grammar lessons for total beginners so that you start off on the right track. 100% free!

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I'll show you the way

On this website, I’ve published hundreds of lessons and guides to learn Italian faster.

However, with so much material, you might be wondering where to start.

That’s why I put together a selection of 15 simple grammar notes for total beginners.

I’ll deliver them to your mailbox every other day over the next 30 days.

If you follow my plan, you’ll know exactly what to do.

Challenge Program

Every number in the list below is an email that I will send you.

We’ll start with my best tip to make the most out of this course, then cover 15 grammar topics, and finally, you’ll take a quick quiz to check what you’ve learned.

  1. My best tip to master grammar
    Spolier: it’s not about grammar!
  2. Sei italiano?
    Essere I am, you are…
  3. Ho sete!
    Avere I have, you have…
  4. Un bambino, una bambina
    Maschile e femminile Masculine and feminine forms of nouns and adjectives
  5. Un gelato, due gelati
    Singolare e plurale Singular and plural forms of nouns and adjectives
  6. La vita è bella
    Articoli determinativi Definite articles like “the”
  7. Ho un’idea!
    Articoli indeterminativi Indefinite articles like “a,an”
  8. Dove lavori?
    Presente regolare Regular verbs: I work, you work…
  9. Dove vai?
    Presente irregolare: andare, venire, dire, dare, sapere… Irregular verbs: to go, to come, to say…
  10. A Roma
    Preposizioni a, in How to say “in” a place
  11. Studi ancora francese?
    Domande e risposte Turning statements into questions
  12. Non bevo
    Frasi negative Negative sentences
  13. Tè o caffè?
    O How to say “or”
  14. Mi piace l’Italia!
    Mi piace How to say “I like”
  15. Giochi con noi?
    Con How to say “with”
  16. Che ore sono?
    Che ore sono? A che ora…? Telling time
  17. Online quiz
    30 questions, instant results, with suggestions for improvement
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Your Italian Language Coach

Ciao! My name is Stefano. I am an Italian tutor and course author.

As a serial language learner, I’ve lectured in polyglot clubs about my method.

After learning 12 languages, I can tell you that we all master languages by listening and mimicking.

With my method, you’ll be speaking Italian from Lesson 1.

"Stefano is a fantastic educator. I recommend his lessons to all language lovers."
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30-DAY GRAMMAR CHALLENGE

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  • 15 grammar lessons
  • Final quiz
  • My best tip to master grammar
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You might be thinking...

If you just started learning Italian, this is an excellent starting point.

If you came here hoping to master Italian by reading grammar notes, you’ll be surprised, but not disappointed.

The grammar notes that I’ll send you are taken from my original course Ripeti con me!

The challenge doesn’t come with access to the audio lessons of Ripeti con me! but you may redeem your credit and start a plan at any time.

Yes, it’s free.

Reading grammar notes is one thing, putting them into practice is another.

With my audio course, you get plenty of material to learn through practice – not just grammar rules.

You’ll receive an email to the next grammar lesson every other day.

However, that’s just my delivery schedule.

You may take more time to cover one topic or skip others you’re already familiar with.

The links in my emails are always valid and the grammar notes are always available online.

Yes, you’re encouraged to do that. There’s plenty of material on this website.

All you need time and discipline.

Yes, you’re free to leave a comment under the relevant grammar notes and I’ll reply within 24 hours.

Please comment on the website instead of writing to me privately so that everyone can benefit from my answers.

You’ll receive emails with links to selected grammar notes available on this website.

Get in touch if your question is not answered above.

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Can I Learn Italian in 30 Days?

Like any skill, learning a language requires consistent practice and dedication. With the right approach, learning Italian in 30 days is possible.

Immersion is key: when I started learning Russian, I surrounded myself with the language. I started with simple things, like changing my phone’s language to Russian. It forced me to think in Russian daily, even for simple mundane tasks.

Just like mastering a musical instrument or a sport, learning a new language involves starting with the basics, building a strong foundation, and gradually increasing complexity.

Read my tips to learn Italian fast and start your journey now!

How to Learn Italian in 3o Days

Listen, Listen, Listen

Italian is a musical language, and listening is crucial. I got used to listening to foreign radio stations and podcasts daily. Whether it is news or music, constant exposure helps understand rhythm and flow. Not only is listening to Italian songs useful, but it is also fun and engaging.

Another way to practice your listening skills is with Italian cinema. Italy has a rich cinematic tradition, offering a wide range of movies that capture the essence of its culture, history, and art.

Watching movies with subtitles is perfect to improve your vocabulary and comprehension. And if movies are too hard, you can still try with Italian cartoons! Who are we to judge?

Build a Foundation with Vocabulary

Learning vocabulary is crucial to master any language. Focus on the most common words, making sure you can use them in everyday conversation.

Start with the basics, like greetings or common sentences to start a conversation. You can use flashcards and apps. If you do not know where to start, have a look at our Italian Language Apps Reviews for recommendations.

Practice Speaking and Writing

For me, speaking and writing in a foreign language are the most challenging but rewarding parts of the journey. The best way to practice is with a language partner. If you are travelling to Italy, just hang out and speak to people! Italians are very friendly, and they will love to help you out.

Otherwise, try our AI Tutor: it offers personalized lessons that adjust to your learning style and level, providing immediate feedback on grammar and pronunciation.

I personally love writing, so I advise starting journaling: at first, just few sentences about your day are enough, but I promise you that over time, your entries will become longer and more detailed.

Learn From Mistakes

Making mistakes is inevitable when learning a new language; they are a vital part of the process. What can you do? Learn from corrections. If possible, always ask for feedback as it is essential to improve.

The last thing I want to highlight is consistency: practice daily. It’s easy to get discouraged, especially when you’re not seeing immediate progress, but staying positive and consistent is key.

Ready to Learn Italian?

In just 30 days, you will be able to hold basic conversations, understand simple texts, and express yourself in Italian. It will not be easy, I know, but the progress will be visible.

Immerse yourself in the language, build a strong vocabulary foundation, practice speaking and writing, and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities. You’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve in a month.

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