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Learn Italian with the teacher Valeria Fusco.
5.0

1,563 Lessons

Valeria Fuscoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
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English
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+2

Italian with a smile - Discover the language & Apulia with a Ditals teacher Valeria, born in sunny Salento, passionate about sharing Italian culture. My Apulian roots inspire my teaching—students often say, “Italian sounds so romantic!” and “Your accent is charming.” Fueled by coffee and curiosity, I turned my love for language into a career. DITALS-certified, with a Master’s in Public Relations, I’ve taught in Melbourne and Lecce, and led cultural workshops. If you dream of exploring Italy or want to speak like a local, I’m here to help you discover the real Italian spirit. Let’s make your Italian journey unforgettable!

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Francesca Rizzi.
5.0

89 Lessons

Francesca Rizziid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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Spanish
·English
·Portuguese

Docente in una scuola superiore con 6 anni di esperienza di insegnamento delle lingue straniere. Sono molto flessibile, disponibile e mi adatto facilmente alle esigenze dei vari studenti, in base agli obbiettivi che vogliono raggiungere.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:15 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Alessia.
Alessiaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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English
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Italiano per tutti i livelli. Ciao, sono Alessia I am from Italy and I lived in France, in the UK and I have been living in Ireland since August. I speak English and French and I'll be your Italian language tutor! I already graduated in Architecture and I have recently started a Bachelor Degree in Italian language and Culture for foreigners. Living abroad has helped me to realize how important it is to be able to express yourself in other language and I completely understand how learning another language can be frustrating, especially when your expectations overcome your progress. So, either if you want to learn Italian just out of curiosity, for travelling or work book your trial lesson with me and we’ll discuss your language goals and how I can help you to achieve them. Ti aspetto in classe!

USD 5.81/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Chiara Dadini.
5.0

104 Lessons

Chiara Dadiniid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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English
·French
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Bilingual teacher with 5+ years of experience | Italian 🇮🇹 & English 🇬🇧 I’m an experienced language tutor with a strong background in language learning, translation, and education. I specialise in teaching Italian and English to adults and young adults, from beginner to intermediate/advanced levels. My background includes: ⭐Native Italian speaker with excellent English fluency. ⭐ Degree-level education in a humanities field, achieved in England. ⭐ 5 + years of teaching experience. ⭐ Experience creating personalised learning materials and exercises. ⭐ Experience teaching one-to-one and adapting lessons to different learning styles.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 15:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Valerio.
Valerioid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Korean
·German
+2

Native Italian Tutor/ University Teaching experience/ 한국어 가능🇰🇷 Ciao! I’m Valerio, a native Italian speaker from Rome with three years of university-level language teaching experience. As a language learner myself (Oh, German, my love and my pain…), I understand the challenges of learning a new language. I speak English and Korean (한국어로도 설명해 드릴 수 있으니 초보자분들도 부담 없이 수업에 참여하실 수 있어요!), and I can help you improve your conversation skills, grammar and vocabulary in a relaxed but structured way. If you’d like to practice Italian by talking about horror movies, the last concert you went to, a good book you’ve recently read, or your last D&D session, I’ll be happy to help you become more confident while talking about things you genuinely enjoy. I’d like our lessons to be a space where you feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions and simply speaking Italian without too much pressure.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 11:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Arianna.
5.0

104 Lessons

Ariannaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
Native
+2

Native Italian with over 7 years of experience teaching languages Ciao! I’m Arianna, your native Italian teacher and digital nomad, bringing the vibrant spirit of Italy to every lesson—wherever you are in the world. With a Master’s in Language Mediation and over 2,000 hours of teaching experience, I specialise in guiding motivated learners to fluency and cultural confidence, from everyday conversation to advanced topics. My passion for Italian books, cinema, and authentic cuisine means you’ll experience the real Italy, not just the language. If you’re ready to dive into Italian, let’s start this journey together—learning italiano can be as delightful as sharing a homemade tiramisù!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Urmetta19.
5.0

1,258 Lessons

Urmetta19id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
Native
·Bengali
Native
·French
+2

🌍 Let's CONVERSE TOGETHER — English & Italian Conversation for Real Life “To have another language is to possess a second soul.” — Charlemagne I truly believe that learning a language is about more than grammar and vocabulary. It’s about gaining another way to express yourself, connect with people, and experience the world. And that’s exactly how I approach my lessons: conversation first, confidence always. I’m Italian by birth, Bengali by heritage, and Canadian by law. I’m multilingual, speaking Italian, Bengali, English, French, and Spanish, and I love connecting with people from different cultures. I have a university degree in Finance with Honours and work in finance. Outside of work, I’m passionate about public speaking, travel, personal growth, reading, content creation, and women’s empowerment. My lessons are primarily conversation-based. Rather than spending the entire lesson memorizing grammar rules, we choose a topic and talk about it. We might discuss: 🌎 Travel and culture 💼 Work and careers 📚 Books and movies 🌱 Personal growth 🍝 Food and everyday life I’ll ask questions, introduce new vocabulary, share videos, and encourage you to express your own opinions. I’ll correct your mistakes when needed, but I want you to keep speaking. Mistakes are part of learning—and often the best way to remember something! Whether you’re learning English for work, travel, or everyday life, or learning Italian because you love Italy and its culture, I’m here to help you become a more confident and natural speaker.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher noemi poli.
5.0

1,109 Lessons

noemi poliid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French

friendly and attentive tutor :) esempi pratici e conversazioni sono il modo migliore per imparare una lingua nuova. credo che ogni studente debba essere seguito con un metodo su misura. occorre divertirsi mentre si impara

USD 7.00/trial
Available 19:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Michela.
5.0

4,698 Lessons

Michelaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English
·French
·Spanish

Top 1% teacher on Italki 拥有丰富的教学经验 Sono un’insegnante di lingua italiana specializzata nell’insegnamento a studenti cinesi e sinofoni, con una solida formazione tra Italia e Cina. Ho una Laurea Triennale in Cinese e Spagnolo, un Master in Humanities presso la Zhejiang University e una Laurea Magistrale in Relazioni Internazionali, focalizzata su lingua e cultura cinese. Parlo fluentemente cinese, inglese, spagnolo e francese, il che mi permette di comprendere le difficoltà di chi studia l’italiano come seconda lingua. Se cerchi un’insegnante esperta nelle sfide dell’apprendimento interculturale, sono pronta ad aiutarti a raggiungere i tuoi obiettivi linguistici.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 10:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Fabio AC.
Fabio ACid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
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Spanish
·English
+1

Insegnante madrelingua | Italiano pratico, conversazione e preparazione CELI, CILS, PLIDA Ciao! Sono Fabio, madrelingua italiano e insegno italiano da più di 15 anni. Lavoro soprattutto con adulti che vogliono parlare con più sicurezza e usare l’italiano nella vita reale: per conversare, viaggiare, vivere in Italia, lavorare o semplicemente sentirsi più a proprio agio quando parlano. Nelle mie lezioni non facciamo conversazione “a caso”: partiamo dal tuo livello e dai tuoi obiettivi, lavoriamo sugli errori che ti bloccano davvero e trasformiamo grammatica e vocabolario in qualcosa che puoi usare subito. Posso aiutarti dal livello A1 al C2, adattando il lavoro alle tue necessità e al tuo ritmo. Sono italiano, parlo spagnolo a livello C2 e inglese a livello B2. Se sei ispanofono posso quindi spiegarti con precisione le differenze tra italiano e spagnolo; se parli inglese possiamo usarlo come lingua di supporto quando serve. Se il tuo obiettivo è parlare italiano con più naturalezza e sicurezza, sarò felice di conoscerti

USD 18.00/trial
Available 22:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Greta.
5.0

783 Lessons

Gretaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·German
·Finnish
·French
+1

Polyglot Italian teacher with a passion for teaching languages 👩‍🏫 Ciao a tutti! I am Greta, I am Italian and I am here to teach my mother tongue, Italian, and English as well. I also speak other languages which we can use to communicate such as German, French and Finnish. In the last 5 years I have been teaching online and offline over 5000 lessons, furthermore I can help you to study for your Italian certificates (CILS, CELI etc). ✨ I have completed my Master of Arts in Specialised Translation and Conference Interpreting with top grades and I have recently got my post-graduate degree in Teaching Italian to Foreigners. ✨ As a teacher, I know that I can help my students to grow as learners and to reach their goals. I would like to support you to meet your individual learning goals; whether you aim is to learn grammar, specific vocabulary or speaking more fluently. During the lessons we can use different materials: books, exercises, articles, music and videos. With my courses you will get: ✔️Customised lessons: everything is going to be tailored on your goals and needs! ✔️Tutor with a lot of experience in tutoring foreigners from beginner level to advanced, very patient and ready to be your guide step by step! ✔️I speak 5 languages myself and I will be more than happy to share secrets and tricks which will help you master my language in no time! 📚🎬💻 Each student will get a personalised Google Doc which will be updated during each lesson!

USD 16.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Gianluca.
5.0

2,760 Lessons

Gianlucaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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French
·Catalan
·English
·Portuguese
·Spanish
+2

Parliamo in italiano? Io sono pronto! We can have a chat about the topics you are interested in: including Italian culture, literature, art, music or lifestyle. Possiamo chiacchierare di temi di cui sei interessato: che includono la cultura italiana, la letteratura, l'arte, la musica o lo stile di vita.

USD 7.50/trial
Available 17:15 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Andrea.
5.0

1,610 Lessons

Andreaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
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English
·Spanish
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Certified T.E.S.O.L. teacher with over 20 years of career I’ve been teaching English (and Italian to foreigners) and collaborating with private institutes in Italy since 2005. I work as a self-employed teacher, with all the pros and cons that come with it. Over the years, I’ve gained extensive experience, working with a wide variety of learners—from primary school children to school students to one-on-one lessons with adults, . I’ve also taught members of the Italian Tax and Border Police, led conversation classes in high schools, conducted Business English courses for adults in companies,even CEOs , and prepared both students and professionals for various exams and certifications. Private tutoring is also part of my work.

USD 9.50/trial
Available 12:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Filippo Beltrami.
5.0

681 Lessons

Filippo Beltramiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
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English
·Spanish
·French
·Dutch
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Certified Italian Teacher | Real conversations, clear grammar | Exam Prep. Starting from zero, or stuck at "I understand, but I can't speak"? Whatever your level, you're in good company. I'm Filippo, an Italian teacher with a degree in philosophy. I also speak English, Spanish, French and Dutch, and I've lived across Europe and South America. I know where learners get stuck, and how to get you past it. WHY LEARN WITH ME 🎓 Certified to teach Italian as a foreign language (CEDILS, Ca' Foscari University of Venice): every lesson follows a clear plan. 🧠 I explain the "why" behind the rules. As one student put it: "He makes even complex grammar topics simple and entertaining." 📚 Personalized materials and homework after every lesson. 🌍 Stuck? I can explain things in English, Spanish or French. OUR LESSONS All levels, from beginner to advanced. Conversation and grammar shaped around your goals: with clear feedback on your mistakes and the more natural way an Italian would say it. We talk about what you enjoy: films, art, music, travel. THIS IS FOR YOU IF… ✔ You're starting from zero ✔ You understand Italian but freeze when it's your turn to speak ✔ You're intermediate or advanced and want to sound more natural and fluent ✔ You're planning a trip or a move to Italy ✔ You have Italian roots and want to talk with your family ✔ You're preparing for an exam: CILS, CELI or PLIDA Learning English? I teach it too: check the English tab. Book a trial lesson: we'll talk about your goals, find your level and plan the next steps. A presto! 🇮🇹

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Federica.
5.0

46 Lessons

Federicaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+1

Insegnante di Italiano esperta Sono un'insegnante alla mano, paziente e flessibile. Il mio obiettivo principale è farti sentire sempre a tuo agio, creando un ambiente rilassato dove non c'è paura di fare errori.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 13:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Alessia Amerighi.
5.0

1,763 Lessons

Alessia Amerighiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

Conversazione, Grammatica, Preparazione Test, Arte, Opera lirica.... studiamo insieme l'italiano! Ciao! I’m Alessia, your Florence-born Italian teacher in Guangzhou. With over 10 years’ experience and deep roots in Florence—the heart of Italian art and culture—I bring authentic Italian to your classroom. As a certified CILS examiner, I specialize in exam preparation (CILS A1–B2, B1 Cittadinanza), university admissions, and practical Italian for travel, work, and culture. Many of my students are future university-goers or adults passionate about Italian life, and I guide them confidently from beginner to advanced. My bilingual skills (Italian/Chinese) make learning smooth and accessible for Chinese speakers. If you want to master Italian for study, travel, or personal growth, let’s start your journey together! A presto!

Test Preparation
USD 9.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Paolo.
5.0

7,778 Lessons

Paoloid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English

Tutor con molti anni di esperienza e migliaia di lezioni su Italki. I can do my best with students who have already started an italian class or worked with a professional teacher, and would like to improve by practising whit conversation what they studied with theory. I think my English is good enough to help my students when their Italian will need an helping hand, but i will always try to use italian the whole lesson. I am sure many people wants to know informations and curiosities about my country and i am always happy to let people know about my culture, and discuss with them every aspect of it. I like spontaneous conversation, according to your mood and the common interests we share, like friends relaxing and talking about everything.

USD 11.90/trial
Available 05:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Francesco Volpi.
5.0

97 Lessons

Francesco Volpiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Spanish

Italian teacher, learning specialist and screenwriter. Ciao a tutti, io sono Francesco :) I was born and raised in Rome. I love teaching Italian and sharing my culture. Once I have assessed your level and understood your goals, I will design the right course for you. I will help you become fluent in Italian and sound like a local. My classes are a perfect blend of grammar and conversation, I can also help you improve your writing skills, and edit your creative works or prepare your for a job interview. I love traveling, movies, meditation and Tai Chi. What about you? Let's chat about your interests, and of course, let's talk about Il Bel Paese!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 11:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher L’italiano con Mela.
5.0

5,246 Lessons

L’italiano con Melaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Sicilian
Native
·English
·Spanish
+4

🍎 Parla italiano con sicurezza | Insegnante professionista # L’italiano con Mela 🍎🇮🇹 Ciao! Sono Melania e insegno italiano a studenti di tutto il mondo da circa 6 anni. Ti aiuto a parlare italiano con più sicurezza, capire meglio gli italiani e usare la lingua nella vita reale. 🎓 Ho una laurea in Lingue Straniere e un Master in Insegnamento dell’Italiano come Lingua Seconda (L2). Attualmente mi sto specializzando per diventare esaminatrice CILS. 🍎 **Nelle mie lezioni possiamo praticare:** - conversazione - grammatica - pronuncia e vocabolario - lettura e scrittura - italiano per viaggiare o vivere in Italia - preparazione agli esami Le mie lezioni sono semplici, rilassate e personalizzate. Non importa se fai errori: sono una parte importante dell’apprendimento! Mi piace anche parlare di cultura italiana, viaggi, cucina, cinema e vita quotidiana. Il mio obiettivo è aiutarti a parlare italiano in modo più naturale e con più fiducia. Ci vediamo a lezione! 🍎

USD 22.81/trial
Available 11:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Francesca.
4.9

2,357 Lessons

Francescaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+1

🎓 Tutor di italiano con 10+ anni di esperienza ed esaminatrice CELI ufficiale Sono un'insegnante paziente e orientata ai risultati. Come esaminatrice CELI ufficiale conduco le prove orali degli esami — questo significa che conosco i criteri di valutazione dall'interno e so esattamente dove si perdono i punti. Nella prima lezione identifico il tuo livello, capisco i tuoi obiettivi e costruisco un percorso su misura. Non lavoro con programmi generici: ogni studente ha un piano diverso, perché ogni studente parte da un punto diverso.

Test Preparation
USD 15.00/trial

What our Italian students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,327,780 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!