Italian Vocab
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HiVa bene, un attimo… Ecco a Lei.Okay, one moment... Here you go. Can one use un momento instead of un attimo. Thanks Maxie
0 replies - Last post by Maxie - April 24, 2024
Ciao! We all know that food is delicious! So let's share our favorites! What is your favorite food? How do you say it in Italian? For example: My favorite food is pork chops! Pork chop in Italian is braciola di maiale! I can't wa...
3 replies - Last post by Maxie - February 11, 2024
Hello,I'm wondering what the difference is between ‘per favore’ and per piacere'. Are there situations where one would use one vs the other? Thanks,Barbara
1 reply - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - February 4, 2024
Hello,I am having some difficulty distinguishing when to use ‘bene’ vis ‘bravo/a’ when saying ‘good’ in Italian. Also when to use ‘buonissimo/a’ vs ‘bravissimo/a'. Perhaps it's just a matter of degrees of ‘goodness’. Thanks,Barbara
1 reply - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - January 28, 2024
Duplicate vocabulary word translations
My apologies if this has been discussed before… but I couldn't find a duplication. Can anyone explain the differences between these vocabulary words and what difference there is (if any) in the translations. I'm finding it somewhat confusing and don't wa...
5 replies - Last post by TimothyP-cxl4 - January 8, 2024
Ciao! I am new to Rocket Italian and I wanted to know if there are any books that you can recommend for beginners who are new to the Italian language that could help?
7 replies - Last post by stanley6992 - November 28, 2023
Saved Vocab - Looking through all the cards at once
Hello, As the title suggests, are there any plans to make functionality to see all your saved vocabulary on one page?Or, functionality where one can shuffle through their saved vocab/flashcards to do drills?Thanks!James
3 replies - Last post by Jonathan-Rocket-Languages - July 23, 2023
Oh My word. This word “sceglierlo” is like a veritable tongue twister. Has made me laugh and just can't seem to be able to get it done with dignity and proper pronunciation.If ever I get to Italy may have to avoid that one or make a total idiot of myself....
5 replies - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - July 10, 2023
gran or grande (lessons 3.7 and 4.2)
In lesson 3.8 (Adjectives) we are told that the adjective grande (big) when placed before a noun is shortened to gran and means great. For example È un gran cantante He is a great singer as opposed to È un cantante grande He is a big singer.But in 4.2 we...
1 reply - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - July 3, 2023
Ciao a tuttiIn the first converstion in the Travelogues“Milano o Roma, questo è il problema”Would "demanda' have been appropriate too. As the translation is that is the question.A prestoMaxie
1 reply - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - July 3, 2023
Just in lesson 1. I'm seeing Buon, Bene and Bravo all meaning “good”. Is there a rule for when to use one or the other or is it simply personal preference?
1 reply - Last post by Enxhi-Rocket-Italian-Tutor - July 3, 2023
HI – I can't locate a vocabulary list of the words introduced in each section. And I don't see an “add” feature for adding words to a list. I would think there would be an easily accessible vocabulary list for each module, or sub-section of a module. Is t...
2 replies - Last post by thessalonian71 - January 21, 2023
Nastro Bagagli and nastro trasportatore
Ciao a tuttiIn lesson 7.3 I lost my luggage, the luggage conveyor belt “Nastro Bagagli” is used. In the Travelogue 1.3 From airport to Hotel, "Nastro trasportatore" is used. Are these intechangeable? Molto grazieSharon
3 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - November 12, 2022
Is learning ALL the vocabulary in the beginner course necessary
Ciao, I've just started the beginner course. My question is, should I “know” all the vocabulary of a lesson before moving on to add new words/phrases?I'm comfortable with 75-80% but was wondering if I need to stay on the lesson until I'm comfortable with ...
1 reply - Last post by Margaret-RocketLanguages - October 18, 2022
I would like to know which english italian dictionary people are recommending.
4 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - October 17, 2022
In L2 Italian lesson 8.1 Renting a car, Roberto says ‘Andiamo sul Lago di Garda.’ Why use sul, why not say ‘al Lago di Garda’?
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - October 17, 2022
The use of the word piano to mean slow
in music “piano” means quiet as in the opposite of “forte”. When I looked up “speak slowly please” on my translator app it uses “lentamente” instead of piano. I certainly don't want to ask someone to speak more quietly by mistake so I just want to be c...
2 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - June 16, 2022
Does 'di' translate to 'from' or 'of' ?Because in the phrase “tu di dove sei?” di translates to ‘from' , but in the phrase “un bel piatto di pasta” di transltes to ‘of’.Would be very helpful if someone could clarify this for me.Thank you.
3 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 23, 2022
Ciao a tutti Coffee Break Italian YouTube has a short explanation about using buongiorno and Buona giornata. Rocket doesn't explain this and wondered what the difference is. So was wondering if there was a difference. Subtle I know, but I still like to k...
10 replies - Last post by Maxie - February 25, 2022
Ciao a tuttiRocket German has recently released a series called “Play the Part”I am finding it amazing, as all about street food, going to the butcher or green grocer. Everyday practical situations if you lived in Germany. Does Rocket Italian have any pla...
2 replies - Last post by Margaret-RocketLanguages - January 27, 2022
I've made note of this before, but it's really hard to study the language and culture lessons in this course. This is my third time through the whole thing and I'm still struggling; not with the grammar, but with the one-off words that are thrown into the...
9 replies - Last post by NicholasL23 - January 21, 2022
Hi ChrisM108A long time ago you recommended a site. Totally different approach. Where you only listen and he makes connections to English. Several languages. Just can't find the post on the forum. Would you be able to send it to me again.Grazie.Sebongela
3 replies - Last post by Maxie - November 2, 2021
Use of metterò as "I will take"
I looked up mettere in Word Reference and cannot find it used as to take. The definition is “to put”. Is its usage as “to take” in the lesson at the post office an idiomatic phrase?
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - November 1, 2021
Ciao a tuttiI anyone out there still having problems with recording voice with numbers. Time and numbers still seem to be wonky.Sebongela
2 replies - Last post by marieg-rocket languages - September 2, 2021
The word approdare to land on water is that specific to a freey or boat/ship docking or can it refer to a float plane landing on water too. Here in Canada float planes are commonly used to land on remote places or even on Vancouver Island where I live. Th...
5 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - August 30, 2021
Oh My that was hard. Maria has a good voice. I literally croaked through that one. There is no way I can sing that. So gave up and just said it, maybe I will get better at it. Songs are easier to memorize, so there is merit in that. Maybe by Christmas I w...
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - August 30, 2021
What is the difference between Camera and Stanza?
What is the difference between Camera and Stanza?For instance, I know Camera di Letto = Bedroom. Would Stanza di Letto also work?How do I know the instances I use either? Or are they interchangeable?Thank you!
5 replies - Last post by moralawardsuit - August 10, 2021
What is the difference between L'abito and il vestito. Can both be used interchangeably?
2 replies - Last post by Maxie - August 10, 2021
Ciao a tuttiHaving been watching “The Cook of Castamar”Set in Spain in the 1700's not a riveting show, but i have found excellent for listening practice. Several languages available for audio and subtitles.Decided to listen in Italian with English subtitl...
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - August 10, 2021
Does anyone use Flashcards as a written tool. I know it would be slow, but have considered using the Flashcards as a practice to translate. From English then to write down the Italian before flipping the card.Your thoughts would be greatSebongela
3 replies - Last post by ChrisM108 - August 3, 2021
Ciao a tuttiHave been using free podcasts on Coffee Break Academy. You need to subscibe if you want to use notes etc, but the podcasts are free and great for revision. They have a reading club that you can join free and Travel diary podcasts. They have s...
0 replies - Last post by Maxie - July 17, 2021
I note that le una di mattina is incorrect but is contracted to l'una di mattina. On the other hand le undici di mattina isn't contracted.Is there a reason for this in how the two vowel clashes are viewed?
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - May 31, 2021
If it is bambino /bambino/bambinadoes it become bimbo/ bimba bimbi
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - May 17, 2021
in the survival lesson on clothing.Maglia, maglione are these words interchangeableMaglione jumper, but in hear it say it maglione is sweaterU.S.A uses sweaterSouth Africa jersey/ pulloverAustralia jumperNot sure of U.K.
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - April 7, 2021
What is the difference between spaventa and paura. Can either be used to express fear
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 22, 2021
The following sentence near the end of this lesson has no audio recorded for it.dove posso trovare uno sportello Bancomat?where can I find an ATM? Catherine
1 reply - Last post by marieg-rocket languages - March 11, 2021
Hi, in 4.1 (il calcio), you have to translate ‘to watch a game of football together’. The answer is e vedere una partita insieme. Why is it not giocare rather than vedere.Ciao a tutti
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
Could someone clarify when to use mattino vs. mattino.Does it depend on whether the speaker is male or female?
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
Can anyone tell me the difference between “rive” in lesson 4.3 and the word fiume. Does it make a difference which one you use?
4 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
A queryIn what context is “Basta Cosi” used.Is it used if someone is putting food on your plate for you as in “that is enough”Can it be used if you are telling someone off. As stop that tantrum.
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
Ciao a tutti.In lesson 4.8, The Weather.One sentence is c'e vento e piove, it is windy and raining.Why is it not c'e vento sta piovendo.ThanksGary
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
Hi, when do you use ‘davanti a’ or ‘di fronte’, as they both seem to meaning.ThanksGary
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - March 10, 2021
Am absolutely thrilled that am beginning to recognize words in various songs. Have found songs with Italian lyrics, as well as some with English and Italian sub-titles. Am beginning to recognize more and more. I especially enjoy some of the operas. Brindi...
0 replies - Last post by Maxie - January 17, 2021
milleduecento vs mille duecento
Can anyone tell me the distinction between milleduecento in the 4.2 conversation on Dante and then in 4.3 in extra vocab it is written as separate words.
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - December 7, 2020
Hello everyone. My points are stuck at “0”, still. Please help, this is a bummer to still have this issue with the new 2021 Edition. Please help. Thank you
1 reply - Last post by Lee Rudnicki - November 22, 2020
Hi AllI can't find any information on how to add to the notes and vocab. Help Please
1 reply - Last post by ChrisM108 - November 19, 2020
why th2 quizzes are still showing yellow ticks instead of gree,
Have redone quizzes in 2.9 and 2.10 got full marks but ticks are showing yellow, opposed to green in all the other sections of this module.
1 reply - Last post by marieg-rocket languages - October 27, 2020
Pronunciation of "Bicchierino" in lesson 3.2 etc
Hi,I've just got to this lesson and it seems to me that Alex pronounces bicchierino with a “ch” sound (i.e. English ch ) whereas it should, I think, be the Italian hard c sound due to the ch combination?I did a search and in later lessons Maria pronounces...
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - October 27, 2020
In the Survival Kit Lesson “All About Religion” the Lord's Prayer is given in Italian. It includes two words for heaven, Padre Nostro, che sei nei cieliSia fatta la tua volontà come in cielo così in terraWhat is the difference? Is one singular and the o...
1 reply - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - October 27, 2020
In the Survival Kit lesson on Italian humor there is a line that says: Avere una figlia poco sveglia To not have a quick-thinking daughter I do not see how that sentence is a negative statement. It seems to me that is says: To have a quck-thinki...
6 replies - Last post by caterina-rocket-italian-tutor - September 27, 2020