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The fastest way to learn Italian
average hours to spend on learning Italian

*Average hours required to reach language proficiency equivalent to a college semester of language study (48 hours on Avg.).

How long does it take to learn Italian?

Learning Italian may take approximately two to four years. Many factors impact how fast you can learn Italian, such as the time you invest in learning, the language learning methods you'll choose, your learning routine, etc. An essential factor that will influence your learning experience is your teacher. An excellent teacher will guide you along the way, help you build a robust language foundation, and speed up the learning process.

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What is the best way to learn Italian?
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It can be challenging to learn Italian on your own or by relying on traditional language courses. Hiring a private Italian teacher is the most effective way to learn Italian within a reasonable time.

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Learn Italian for Beginners

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As a beginner, you can learn the Italian alphabet, words, and grammar with the help of Italian online tutors.

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Business Italian

Business Italian

Learn the Italian business culture and etiquette, master specific industry vocabulary, email communication with business Italian.

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Italian Test Preparation

Italian Level Test Preparation

Improve your Italian skills and pass CILS and any other Italian language exams by doing exercises with your online tutor.

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What are the advantages of learning Italian with a private teacher on italki?

There are many benefits of learning online with a private teacher. Some advantages of online Italian lessons are listed below.

recommendationA private teacher assesses your current level and designs a customized study plan according to your needs and learning objectives.

recommendationYour online Italian teacher will engage you in real-life conversations making the learning process more practical and interactive.

recommendationThey will observe your learning pace and teach you accordingly.

recommendationYour online Italian teacher will give you in-depth knowledge of the language, and you can enjoy personal sessions without any interference.

recommendationLearning with an Italian language teacher on italki will allow you to ask your questions directly and without hesitation.

Why learn Italian?

Italian is the fourth most studied language in the World. It is one of the official languages of the European Union, and it's spoken in Italy, San Marino, Vatican City, Switzerland, etc. Italian has its roots in the Latin language and is a part of the Indo-European family of languages. It's estimated that over 85 million people speak Italian worldwide.

But there are other reasons to learn Italian too.

Italian companies are world leaders in fashion, art, design, luxury cars, food, etc. Popular Italian brands like Versace, Gucci, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Armani, etc., favor Italian-speaking employees. Thus, studying Italian could be your first step towards making a successful career in some influential companies. Learning Italian will also help you communicate while you travel or live in the country and admire Italian art, architecture, and culture.

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How It Works

Thus, wait no more and start learning Italian by hiring an online Italian teacher on italki!

1. Choose an Italian teacher

2. Schedule a date and time

3. Begin your Italian language journey

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