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Italian holiday kit
Beginner (A1) Italian course covering spoken language and cultural guidance for common holiday situations.
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What Beginner (A1) Italian means
At A1 Italian, learners are beginning to use familiar words and simple sentences in predictable everyday situations.
Introduce yourself
Mi chiamo Anna. Abito a Londra.
My name is Anna. I live in London.
Order in a café
Vorrei un caffè, per favore.
I would like a coffee, please.
Ask for directions
Scusi, dov’è la stazione?
Excuse me, where is the station?
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course develops spoken Italian for travel through language used in everyday holiday situations. Topics include introductions, numbers and prices, eating out, shopping, directions, hotels, transport, telling the time and seeking help at a chemist or doctor. Cultural guidance covers practical topics such as tipping and paying in cafés. Teaching centres on communication, with pair and group work, role plays and games supported by presentations, hand-outs and audio-visual resources.
What you'll learn
- Introduce yourself and exchange basic personal information in Italian.
- Order food and drinks, ask for the bill, and enquire about prices.
- Ask for directions and obtain basic information at a hotel.
- Buy tickets and ask about departure times, delays and platforms.
- Use and recognise numbers in common travel situations.
- Describe common symptoms when seeking help at a chemist or doctor.
Is this course right for you?
The course is designed for complete beginners, with no previous knowledge required. Participation involves spoken interaction through pair work, group activities, role plays and games, so learners should expect to practise Italian actively during class.
Before you go
- Course materials are provided by the teacher.