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Learn Italian with the teacher Alina.
5.0

221 Lessons

Alinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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Russian
Native
·English
+1

Со мной вы заговорите по-русски — уверенно, правильно и с удовольствием. As a language lover myself, I know how exciting — and sometimes challenging — the learning journey can be. That’s why I offer a personalized approach, carefully adapting each lesson to fit your goals, pace, and interests. I'm highly organized, creative, and committed to making each class effective and enjoyable.

USD 15.00/Hour
Learn Italian with the teacher Davide Zaccheo.
5.0

7,976 Lessons

Davide Zaccheoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·German
·Russian
+1

Insegnante di lingua italiana laureato in Lingue con certificazione Ditals di II livello Insegno italiano agli stranieri da circa due anni e l’ho sempre insegnato in contesti multiculturali a persone provenienti da qualsiasi parte del mondo. La mia passione sono le lingue, ma mi piace parlare anche di storia, geografia, arte, musica e cinema. Se avete argomenti particolari come quelli appena citati possiamo parlarne insieme durante la lezione, possiamo fare conversazione. Since 2 years I have been teaching Italian in cross-cultural contexts, to people coming from all over the world. Languages are my passion. I like also history, geography, art, music and movies as well. If you share the same passions, we can talk about them during our lessons.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Salvatore Giordano.
5.0

411 Lessons

Salvatore Giordanoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Neapolitan (Napoletano)
Native
·Spanish
·English
·Swedish
+4

Ciao! Sono Salvatore, napoletano doc e amante delle lingue. Vuoi parlare italiano come un vero locale o scoprire il napoletano autentico? Sei nel posto giusto! Ti porto a Napoli con le sue storie, tradizioni e segreti, tra musica, arte e curiosità che solo un napoletano può raccontare. Se sogni di capire davvero l’Italia, la sua anima e la sua creatività, ti aiuto a viverla in prima persona. Parlo più lingue e so quanto sia importante sentirsi accolti: con me, ogni incontro è un viaggio tra cultura e passione. Pronto a scoprire l’Italia più vera insieme a me?

USD 9.00/trial
Available 13:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Elena Sofia Doria.
5.0

896 Lessons

Elena Sofia Doriaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Spanish
·English

Insegno italiano raccontando l'Italia. Imparare sarà come viaggiare nella cultura italiana My teaching method is personalized and based on every single student passions. My way of teaching is also inclusive and interactive: I love to tell current events, interact with the student telling experiences and real facts. I always stimulate my students to speak and improve pronunciation. No stress lessons: we need to learn havig fun!

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Angela Palmitesta.
5.0

6,103 Lessons

Angela Palmitestaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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French
Native
·Greek
Native
+4

somministratrice esami cils ed esami celi I teach the Italian language especially to teenagers who want to obtain certifications up to advanced levels and to adults who intend to acquire in a short time, with accelerated courses, knowledge on the language in order to travel and communicate with a minimum of autonomy in Italy.Based on the needs of the student, I organize lessons at progressive learning of the language without weighing it down with too many grammatical references. I focus my attention on the student's times and ways of learning to find an empathic mode. I am convinced that you learn easily and better by stimulating the student's curiosity.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 15:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Gabriele.
5.0

556 Lessons

Gabrieleid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Japanese

🇮🇹 Language is a bridge to a culture 🏛️ Hi, my name is Gabriele. I live in Southern Italy and speak English fluently at a conversational level. Interacting with international friends has enriched my life by exposing me to different cultures. As an Italian teacher and lifelong language learner (currently studying Japanese), I understand the challenges of language acquisition firsthand. I also explore linguistics, effective learning methods, and automation tools to optimize learning. My interests include: 🗣️ Linguistics 💻 Programming 🧪 Science 💡 Philosophy 🧠 Psychology 🖼️ Art 🎶 Music 📷 Photography ✍️ Poetry 🎮 Video Games I create a personalized learning experience, adapting lessons to each student's goals and learning style. Since no single method works for everyone, I integrate tools and techniques based on students' needs. Above all, I aim to create a supportive environment where mistakes become opportunities for growth, and communication flows naturally. My teaching is immersive and conversation-based, helping students build confidence through real interactions. I use English when needed while keeping the focus on acquisition. Lessons are flexible and shaped around each student's requests. A common format is open dialogue, where we discuss different topics while I provide real-time corrections and explanations of grammar, vocabulary, and language use in context. Lastly, I recommend resources based on your interests, helping you build sustainable habits and make Italian part of your daily life.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Monica.
5.0

218 Lessons

Monicaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French
·Spanish
+1

Parla italiano senza pressione e con il sorriso! 😊🌱|Experienced Multilingual Teacher & Linguist Ciao, sono Monica! Adoro viaggiare e conoscere persone di culture diverse. Insegnare italiano e imparare dai miei studenti mi permette di viaggiare restando a casa! Ho studiato lingue e traduzione all’università, quindi conosco in prima persona le difficoltà che si possono incontrare nell’apprendimento di una lingua. Ho già insegnato italiano a studenti stranieri durante un tirocinio universitario e continuo a formarmi come insegnante. Sono empatica, paziente e creo un ambiente di apprendimento positivo dove i miei studenti possano sentirsi liberi di sbagliare!😊 Offro sessioni di conversazione informale e lezioni di conversazione strutturate, pensate per migliorare le tue capacità comunicative, in base alle tue esigenze, ai tuoi obiettivi e ai tuoi interessi. I’m Monica, I love traveling and connecting with people from different cultures. Teaching Italian and learning from my students allows me to travel without leaving home! I studied languages and translation at university, so I know firsthand the difficulties you may encounter when learning a language. I've already taught Italian to international students during an internship, and I continue to develop my skills as a teacher. I am empathetic, patient, and committed to creating a positive learning environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes!😊 I offer both informal conversation practice and structured conversation lessons tailored to your goals and interests to improve your communication skills.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Lucia.
5.0

3,380 Lessons

Luciaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·German

After my Master’s degree in Specialized translation, I decided to start a new adventure in teaching my mother tongue. I took Ditals II Level Certification and I became an Italian Teacher for foreigners. I have taught for years and I have had a lot of students from all over the world and of different ages. If you want to take a CILS or CELI Certification, I can help you! I can organize appropriate lessons that follow your needs and I can plan different tasks and utilise personalized materials.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Chiara Romani.
5.0

223 Lessons

Chiara Romaniid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English

Improve your Italian and discover the Italian culture with your new tutor ✨ My main concern is to give you the chance to feel completely comfortable with me. I consider myself a super easy going person, super open minded, and I only want you to feel completely free to ask me whatever you want ☺️ In accordance with your needs we can organize a study plan that can fit with your goals and your expectations 🙌🏻 Consider me as if I was a friend who's helping you with their native language. I will support you and help you during every step of your journey 💪🏻

USD 5.00/trial
Available 15:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Etta.
Ettaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French
·Spanish

Il mio lavoro principale è insegnare italiano e lo faccio da circa dieci anni. Tuttavia, mi ha sempre affascinato poter insegnare italiano a stranieri, infatti ho appena concluso un percorso di Master presso l'Università degli stranieri di Siena per poterlo fare, ottenendo, oltre al titolo del master, anche la certificazione di Ditals II. In realtà ho già avuto esperienza in tale ambito quando vivevo all'estero, in Inghilterra, dove ho conseguito il PGCE in modern foreign languages.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 10:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Sonia Grieco.
5.0

68 Lessons

Sonia Griecoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+1

CEDILS Certified Italian teacher, with 4 years experience. Focused on Conversation and Writing. Hi, I’m Sonia, from southern Italy. I’m an Italian certified teacher (CEDILS) for foreigners and I also work in journalism. I’ve lived abroad (Europe, Canada, Middle East), so I understand the challenges of learning a language. My lessons are flexible and tailored to your goals. My goal is to help you speak with confidence. The first lesson is for me to know your aims, and to decide together how to achieve them. I work by planning an individual learning program on grammar, pronunciation, writing, listening, conversation. I think homework assignments could help the learning process, but my first goal for you is helping you in overcoming the fear of talking in a foreign language, which I experienced myself. I can offer casual conversations in Italian, as well as teaching about grammar and syntax, writing in both formal and informal style. I really enjoy using newspapers as a teaching material, since they offer the opportunity to dig a bit the Italian culture either.

Test Preparation
USD 10.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Jelena.
5.0

447 Lessons

Jelenaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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Croatian
Native
·English
·Bosnian
Native
·Serbian
Native

I am an easy-going person and very communicative so I believe that we can easily find a way to make our lessons fun and have the best results possible.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher 🏄Franci🏝️.
5.0

71 Lessons

🏄Franci🏝️id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Spanish
+3

Italian for internationally minded learners, English for Italians going abroad Ciao! I'm Francesco, an Italian teacher and long-time expat, now also teaching English. I divide my time mostly between Indonesia and Sri Lanka. My international lifestyle shapes my teaching in both languages: practical, conversational skills for real life abroad. 🇮🇹 Italian for internationally minded learners Whether you're travelling to Italy, planning to move there, living the digital-nomad life, or simply want to speak with more confidence, we'll tailor lessons to your goals and interests. 🗣️ What can we work on in Italian? Everyday Italian & natural conversation Italian for travel, living in Italy & digital nomads Italian through food, culture, art Conversation & confidence for intermediate learners Italian for complete beginners 🇬🇧 English for Italians going abroad If you're an Italian planning to travel, study, work or relocate abroad, I help you build the English you'll actually use: at the airport, in the city, at work, and in everyday conversations. We'll focus on real-life situations, useful vocabulary, and speaking with confidence. My lessons are relaxed and conversation-focused in both languages. We'll review previous material, introduce new topics through real-life situations, and spend plenty of time actually speaking. I'll correct your mistakes, expand your vocabulary and help you sound more natural. We may use articles, videos, role-plays and other interactive material. Book a trial lesson and begin speaking Italian (or English) with ease!

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Cristina Massari.
5.0

178 Lessons

Cristina Massariid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Russian
·English

ITALIAN FOR EVERYBODY - ИТАЛЬЯНСКИЙ ЯЗЫК ДЛЯ ВСЕХ I think the best way to learn a language is through conversation with a native speaker, as I believe that only a native speaker knows his own language fully, the right pronunciation and the language structure. I also speak English and Russian and if you are a beginner I can help you to study my language by using either Russian or English. Я думаю, что лучший способ выучить итальянский язык - это разговор с итальянцем, так как я считаю, что только свой язык можно знать полностью. Я также говорю по-английски и по-русски, поэтому если ты только начал изучать мой язык, я также помогу тебе используя либо русский, либо английский.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Heni Azinyan.
5.0

280 Lessons

Heni Azinyanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Bulgarian
Native
·Armenian
·English
·Russian
+2

Sono una persona allegra e positiva che ovviamente influenza tutto ciò che faccio nella mia vita. Non creo delle distanze tra me e gli studenti, ma cerco di stimularli e motivarli nel percorso dello studio.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Raffaella.
5.0

150 Lessons

Raffaellaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Spanish
·English
+1

Certified Italian teacher. CEDILS certification & master's degree in teaching Italian to foreigners. I am a certified teacher. I obtained the CEDILS certification from the University Ca' Foscari of Venice and I have experience with one-to-one lessons both in-person and online, with adults of many nationalities and with teenagers and children. I studied at the "Liceo Classico" (studying Italian literature, Latin and ancient Greek language and literature, art and artistic restoration) . Then I studied "Art history" at the University "La Sapienza" of Rome. In addition, I obtained a master's degree in “Teaching Italian to Foreigners.” I have experience in courses of preparation of CILS exams and I am also certified as a CILS exam administrator.

Test Preparation
USD 15.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Ila M.
5.0

5,008 Lessons

Ila Mid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
Native
·Norwegian
+3

CELTA qualified, professional General/Business/Exam preparation teacher with 10 years of experience. Hi everyone! Ciao a tutti! Hei alle sammen! Minna-san, konnichiwa~ Salut a tous! Hola a todos! I'm Ilaria or just Ila for short. I'm a bilingual, professional English and Italian teacher, who has been working in education in the UK and abroad for over 10 years. I was born in Italy but moved to the UK at age 6 and have lived and worked in both countries. Coming from a multicultural background led me to study Linguistics and Cultural Mediation at the University of Milan and later take a Mater's degree in Multilingualism at the University of Oslo, Norway. I love languages and helping others learn, I passed my CELTA teacher qualification in Oxford in 2015 and have been teaching ever since! Throughout my work, I have accumulated vast experience helping learners of all ages (5 -18+) and levels (A1 beginner - C2 fluent) achieve their language learning goals. For example, I offer: 🌍 General English or Italian. 💼 Business English. ✍️ Exam preparation for Cambridge MOVERS, FLYERS, KET, PET, FIRST, ADVANCED & PROFICIENCY; plus the IELTS test. 💬 Job & University interview practice. ✅ Proofreading & corrections. 📚 Essay writing & homework help. I believe that learning should be both stimulating /and/ fun, and I always strive to make my lessons dynamic and engaging. I am confident I can help you with your language learning needs, so feel free to send me a message!

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USD 15.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Amos.
5.0

1,750 Lessons

Amosid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French
·German
·Sign Language(Other)
·Spanish
+2

Italian that actually sounds Italian — grammar, culture, real talk + Tours Hi, I'm Amos — an Italian teacher, and a language learner myself for many years. That's exactly why I care about you actually understanding what's said to you, and being able to answer back with confidence. I graduated in Languages and Linguistic Sciences from Ca' Foscari University of Venice, and over the years I've studied several languages myself, so I know exactly how confusing — and how satisfying — this process can be. Today I teach Italian at the Italian Institute of Culture in Tirana, where grammar meets real life: rhythm, tone, the small things that make a sentence sound Italian rather than just correct. I like the book. It's a good place to start — a map, not a cage. I can be spontaneous and funny, but also serious and structured when needed. The lesson style depends on you. We can work with books, articles, videos, songs or simply through natural conversation. Sometimes we may use a book as a base and then expand into speaking practice. Before diving into anything, I like to get to know you: your level, your goals, what already trips you up. Mistakes are part of the process, so I correct gently, without making you feel small. If German, Russian, Spanish, French or Albanian is your first language, that can help too — I know all of them, and can use them when a shortcut in explanation is useful. Come in, take a seat. We'll start with a conversation — that's usually the best way in.

USD 20.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Arianna.
5.0

250 Lessons

Ariannaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Spanish
+1

Certified Italian and English teacher with 14 years of experience Sono un'insegnante dinamica e paziente. Mi piace trasmettere la cultura italiana e inglese ai miei studenti attraverso l'insegnamento delle lingue. Essendo stata io stessa studentessa di lingue, so che difficoltà si incontrano quando si studia una lingua straniera.

Test Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Roberta Tognoni.
5.0

449 Lessons

Roberta Tognoniid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+1

certificazione Ditals per l'insegnamento dell'italiano a stranieri. Laurea in Scienze Pedagogiche CREO EMPATIA CON LO STUDENTE. SONO PIUTTOSTO ESIGENTE, MA ALLO STESSO TEMPO GRATIFICANTE SE C'E IMPEGNO, COSTANZA E SERIETA'. CREDO CHE UN INSEGNANTE DEBBA AVERE ANCHE COMPETENZE PEDAGOGICHE. E' MOLTO IMPORTANTE CONOSCERE LA PROPRIA MATERIA, MA ANCORA DI PIU' SAPERLA INSEGNARE. UN BUON INSEGNANTE DEVE POSSEDERE UN'INTELLIGENZA EMOTIVA ED E' QUESTO CHE FA LA DIFFERENZA. HO ANNI DI ESPERIENZA NELL'INSEGNAMENTO DELL'ITALIANO E DELL'INGLESE SIA ADULTI CHE BAMBINI. SPECIALIZZATA NELL'INSEGNAMENTO A STUDENTI CON PROBLEMI DI DISLESSIA.

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USD 10.00/trial

What our Italian students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,327,711 customer reviews

  • Stella

    Stella

    Learning Italian

    我居然一次就过CILSb2口语了…然后CELI口语图片题还压中了原题哈哈 那张照片刚好是我见过的 真的很开心 很感谢我的外教 练习口语真的环境很重要 要逼自己说出来。Valeria的课让我学到了很多话题以及科普意大利文化 Valeria也是很专业的教意大利语的老师 人也特别特别好 很有耐心 发音很清楚 不会因为语速太快而听不懂 每次上课都特别开心 我要向全世界安利 都来上!

  • erinadamsps

    Learning Italian

    Cristina is encouraging and very patient when I get stuck on certain grammar topics. We always have interesting conversations and some laughs! Because we are having fun, the progress we make is not always apparent until I speak to people I haven't seen in a while, and they comment on how much my Italian has improved! Very grateful for my lessons with Cristina!

  • Tiana Ponti Morales

    Tiana Ponti Morales

    Learning Italian

    Vincenzo is a great teacher who helps you learn based on your learning styles. Ive tried a few italian teachers and his classes have been best for me! Im better at reading Italian, than speaking the language currently, and he came up with a plan tailored to me — not cookie cutter. We practice sentence structure, grammar, vocabulary and tying it all together with speaking! Very fun and challenging environment. Highly recommend!

  • Jane 📚 🌊

    Jane 📚 🌊

    Learning Italian

    Cara Valentina, ho appena concluso il tuo nuovo corso ispirato al tuo meraviglioso podcast. 🎥🌹✨ È stato così naturale, coinvolgente e conversazionale. E ha fatto crescere il mio italiano con gioia! Hai una rara armonia di professionalità, flessibilità e gentilezza. Consiglio di cuore i tuoi corsi, il tuo podcast e tutto ciò che crei. 🎁 Ti meriti tutta la bellezza! ✨✨ Dear Valentina, I have just finished your new course inspired by your marvelous podcast. It was natural, engaging, and conversational. And it helped my Italian grow with joy. 🤗 You have a rare harmony of professionalism, flexibility, and kindness. I wholeheartedly recommend your courses, podcast, and everything you create. 💎 Thank you, my dearest Teacher. You deserve all the beauty. 💜

  • Rebecca

    Rebecca

    Learning Italian

    Giulia encourages us to present a topic to her other students at the appropriate level who are willing to attend (and gives us the free opportunity to be the audience for other students’ presentations). This challenges us to get out of our comfort zones and interact in Italian with a wider range of people. Such a creative teacher!

  • Chrissy Papanicolas

    Learning Italian

    In 6 months of studying with Roberta, my spoken Italian has improved significantly. When I started, I had only the ability to speak basic sentences, and now I feel confident during daily conversations in a variety of situations. My favorite thing about lessons with Roberta is that it feels like I’m meeting a friend - I’m totally comfortable being myself, and we have interesting conversations on a variety of topics spanning philosophy, spirituality, health, and culture. Her level of English is basically native, so she knows how to properly translate any English idioms or phrases. Roberta is always prepared for our lessons with conversation starters, offers options like grammar drills and role-playing for real-life situations, and provides written corrections. She speaks enough to keep the conversation flowing and engage my listening skills while giving me the maximum opportunity to practice my speaking. I leave every conversation feeling satisfied and looking forward to the next one!

  • Stacy DiLoreto Clapp

    Stacy DiLoreto Clapp

    Learning Italian

    I LOVE my lessons with Michela! She's a warm, friendly, encouraging, and patient teacher who creates a safe space where I feel comfortable making mistakes--incredibly important in language learning. She's also very positive and energetic and laser focused on my learning needs. Every class is individualized and appropriate for my level, so I am challenged but not frustrated. The teaching method she uses (providing a story so I can prepare prior to each class), is effective and fun! The hour flies by, and I look forward to my class each week. I've made a lot of progress during my time with Michela and, most of all, my speaking confidence has grown tremendously. You will not find a better teacher; she's the best!

  • Annie Fenn

    Annie Fenn

    Learning Italian

    I can’t recommend Giorgio highly enough as an Italian tutor. I have been working with him for the past few months, and the improvement in my Italian has been remarkable. I feel much more confident speaking, my vocabulary has expanded significantly, and I’m finally beginning to have real conversations rather than simply constructing sentences in my head. Giorgio is incredibly patient, encouraging, and genuinely fun to learn with. He has a creative way of teaching that makes every lesson interesting and engaging. Our conversations feel natural and relevant, but he also knows exactly when to introduce a grammar lesson or correct something I’m struggling with. He covers grammar thoroughly, but in a way that makes it interesting and memorable rather than tedious. If you’re looking for a tutor who will help you become more comfortable, confident, and conversational in Italian while actually enjoying the process, I highly recommend Giorgio!

  • Victoria AK

    Learning Italian

    After trying to take classes with many different teachers, Francesca was the one who kept me motivated and helped me stay consistent with my studies. She is extremely organised, understanding of her students’ needs, and able to adapt her teaching methods to their individual needs and personalities. Her explanations are clear and well structured, and she uses a variety of tools and approaches to achieve the learning objectives. She is also clearly passionate about teaching languages. I started taking classes with her to prepare for the B1 Italian citizenship exam, and she helped me progress from an A1 level to B1 in just a few months. I successfully passed the B1 exam with a score of 44/48, mostly thanks to her help.

  • Michał Burdzy

    Michał Burdzy

    Learning Italian

    Beatrice is an amazing teacher, she is always very patient and perfectly aligns the level of conversation with one's abilities. At the same she manages to blend in new phrases and grammatical structures. She is always well-prepared, focused and helpful, she's one of the best teachers I've ever had

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Frequently asked questions

How to find the best online language tutor

Do you need a native teacher to learn Italian? The best way to find an online language tutor is through a specialized online tutoring website like italki.com. On italki you can choose from over 1000 Italian teachers and online tutors!
But how to select the best Italian tutor for you? There are several factors that each student must take into account while selecting the best online language tutor on italki. For example, first, you should confirm how many years of experience they have in teaching Italian. It is widely believed that experienced teachers are more effective in helping students to improve their language level faster. Second, consider asking for recommendations or feedback from their former students. On italki, you can easily see reviews and students' feedback on each teacher's personal page. Third, get in touch with the selected online tutor and confirm their availability. Online classes are easily arranged, but this doesn't mean that your tutor will always be available at the time and day you're planning to take lessons. Confirm their availability beforehand. Finally, ask to take a trial lesson before you commit to a lesson package. The trial lesson will help you to know better your online tutor and their teaching methods. You'll see how you get along together and whether their teaching approach suits you.

Do you need a native teacher to learn Italian?

You don't necessarily need a native Italian teacher to learn the language well. Non-native teachers are often just as good as native speakers, as teaching requires a lot of preparation, soft skills, motivation and not only knowing a language. On italki, you will find many experienced Italian teachers with excellent student reviews, who are not native Italians. In fact, for some of our best-rated teachers, Italian is a second or even a third language! One of the main reasons why non-native speakers make better teachers than native speakers is their personal language learning experience. After all, all non-native teachers were once at the same place where their students are now: on the student's desk.
However, it is also true that studying with a native Italian speaker will certainly help your pronunciation, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of the language and you'll be able to learn about the Italian culture first hand.

Where can I find a private Italian tutor?

The Internet is the best place to find a private Italian tutor who gives you Italian tuition online. Most language learning websites sell complete online language courses, but some are offering one-on-one private lessons or free language exchange between students. italki is a great place to find hundreds of private Italian tutors. We have more than 1,000 Italian teachers and online tutors. Our platform allows you to book 1-on-1 lessons at affordable prices and take private Italian lessons at a time and place convenient for you.
While enrolling in an online language course is cheaper, individual lessons with a private tutor will help you to learn faster. Instead of spending 20+ hours repeating after an audio recording and doing redundant exercises, you can achieve the same level in just a few lessons with a private Italian tutor. That's why working with a private tutor is more practical and cost-effective.
To make a more informed choice and find the best Italian tutor, don't hesitate to research their background and ask about their experience. Just keep in mind your language learning goals and your reasons to learn Italian. If you have a clear idea of the language points that you need to improve or you lack experience with, ask your private Italian tutor to help you with those specific points and to prepare a language plan based on your requirements.
Of course, when you're looking for a private Italian tutor, you should consider their teaching experience and fees. Private lessons' pricing varies a lot depending on the tutor's background and on the lesson types. General and conversational Italian lessons are usually cheaper than business and exam preparation lessons. Also, native Italian teachers tend to charge more than non-native teachers. Choosing between a native or a non-native teacher can affect your pronunciation, but also your grammar and learning. The quality of the study materials the teacher will use is also important as it will directly affect your learning process. And of course, their teaching experience should also be an important criterion when you look for an Italian tutor and you make your decision. Experienced teachers are on average more effective in raising student achievement than less experienced teachers.

Why study Italian with a professional language teacher?

The fastest way to master the Italian language is with the help of a personal Italian teacher or a tutor. Ideally, you should study with an Italian teacher who teaches only in Italian and not in English or your mother tongue. In the beginning, this might look intimidating and you won't be able to understand everything that your teacher says. But after only a few lessons, you will start picking up the new words and your pronunciation will improve faster.
The truth is that studying with a professional language teacher will help you achieve your goals faster than attending regular Italian courses. A private Italian teacher will guide you step by step through each lesson in a pace and manner that suits your learning routine and language level. They will boost your motivation and help you gain confidence and more assurance in learning Italian. They will instantly answer all your questions and clear your doubts about grammar, pronunciation, or writing in Italian. Studying with a professional language teacher will also speed up your Italian speaking skills because you'll always have a language partner to chat with. Moreover, with a private Italian teacher or a tutor, you will learn at your pace, contrary to learning in a regular classroom where your progress is subjected to the language level of the other students you are learning with.
On italki.com you can find Italian teachers of different backgrounds and experiences and choose the best one according to your needs. And remember, a good Italian tutor is not always a native speaker.

How much does it cost to hire an Italian language tutor?

The rate of hiring an online Italian teacher on Italki differs depending on different factors like the experience of the teacher, the duration of the lesson, their current location, their mother tongue, and many more.
For example, the price of a 60-minutes lesson with a professional Italian teacher ranges from around $17 to $19 only! Likewise, a 45-minutes lesson with an Italian tutor will cost you between $12 and $14. The average cost of a 60-minutes Italian lesson on italki is just $15!