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Learn Italian with the teacher Armin.
5.0

4,026 Lessons

Arminid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
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English
Native
·Persian (Farsi)
Native
·French
·Spanish
·Catalan
+2

Certified TOEFL trainer, PhD in English Literature, essay writer for a living As an autodidactic polyglot, I am pretty familiar with challenges and tricks of learning languages and I help students overcome and master them. I have been teaching in different schools in several countries to students of different ages and levels. I am currently a teacher in a junior-high school in Italy. I have had classes for IELTS & TOEFL preparations, business courses, general English for children and adults and also conversation classes. During my BA degree in Italy, I obtained extensive training on teaching methods and strategies that next to my long years of practical experience, it makes me a versatile teacher with robust classes that are both friendly and resourceful.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Italian with the teacher Ludovica.
4.9

503 Lessons

Ludovicaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Portuguese
·Spanish

Tutor madrelingua italiana con metodo di apprendimento umanizzato! Sono italiana, nata e cresciuta a Milano con origini toscane e pugliesi. Ho vissuto in tre paesi, Italia, Portogallo e Brasile. Oltre all'italiano, parlo anche inglese, portoghese e un po' di spagnolo. Sono ottimista, solare, paziente e ascolto le necessità dei miei studenti e delle mie studentesse. Il mio motto è: sii curioso/a e l'italiano ti sorprenderà! I miei studenti amano trovare affinità tra l'italiano e la loro lingua madre. La curiosità ti permetterà di superare tutti gli ostacoli e ti divertirai a parlare come un nativo/a. Le mie lezioni sono cucite a misura per i miei studenti e studentesse, in base al loro livello, alle esigenze e agli obiettivi. Le lezioni sono basate sulla conversazione, ma ci prenderemo cura anche della grammatica, dell'ascolto, della scrittura e di imparare nuove espressioni.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 17:00 Today
Learn Italian with the teacher Elvira.
5.0

11 Lessons

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

Practical Italian for Real Life & Work| English & Russian Speakers Ciao! I’m Elvira, and I help English- and Russian-speaking adults learn practical Italian for real life. I have been living in Italy for many years, and I know from personal experience what it means to learn a language and then actually use it every day — at work, while travelling, in restaurants, with friends and in everyday situations. My lessons are practical, relaxed and adapted to your goals. I can help you with: - Italian for complete beginners - Everyday conversation and speaking confidence - Italian for work and professional situations - Italian for travel and life in Italy - Grammar explained clearly and practised in conversation - Personalised lessons based on your goals I speak Russian, Italian and English, so I can explain Italian clearly in English or Russian when needed. I especially enjoy helping students move beyond memorising rules and start actually using Italian. We can work with real-life dialogues, useful vocabulary, pronunciation, reading and grammar — always with a practical purpose. I also create personalised learning materials, including vocabulary sheets, beginner guides and PDF cheat sheets that you can use between lessons. Book a trial lesson and tell me why you’re learning Italian and where you need to use it. We’ll identify your level, goals and the situations you want to feel more confident in, and build our lessons around them. A presto!

USD 5.00/trial
Available 18:00 Today
Learn Italian with the teacher Laura.
5.0

376 Lessons

Lauraid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Japanese
·Japanese (Okinawan)
·Spanish

Impara l'italiano con passione e curiosità, guidato da un insegnante che vive all'estero! Ciao! Mi chiamo Laura e sono nata e cresciuta in un piccolo paese in provincia di Reggio Emilia, nel nord Italia. Da 4 anni vivo a Kyoto, in Giappone, dove studio la tradizionale cerimonia del tè. Vivere all'estero mi ha permesso di comprendere molto bene le difficoltà che gli studenti possono incontrare nell'apprendere e parlare una nuova lingua. Per questo, cerco sempre di offrire un supporto concreto e personalizzato per ogni studente. Mi piace moltissimo viaggiare, conoscere nuove culture e scoprire la storia e le tradizioni di altri paesi. Questa passione per il mondo mi aiuta ad arricchire le lezioni, creando un'esperienza di apprendimento coinvolgente e stimolante. Mi piace parlare dei mie hobby, dei miei viaggi, ascolto e lascio parlare il mio studente. Sono una persona solare, che mette a proprio agio gli altri. I like to talk about my hobbies, my travels, I listen and let my student talk. I am a cheerful person who puts others at ease. 趣味や旅行について話すのが好きで、生徒の話を聞いて話させます。 私は他の人を安心させる陽気な人です。 Conversazione libera. Se vuoi possiamo concordare in anticipo un argomento. Ho studiato lingue straniere quindi posso spiegare anche la grammatica di base. Free conversation. If you want we can agree on a topic in advance. I studied foreign languages ​​so I can explain some basic grammar. 自由な会話。 ご希望の場合は、事前にトピックについて合意することができます。 外国語を勉強したので基本的な文法まで説明できます。

USD 6.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Elisa Polese.
5.0

1,743 Lessons

Elisa Poleseid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French
·German
·Russian
·Spanish
·Catalan
·Dutch
·Portuguese
+1

Certified experienced multilingual teacher. I will help you speak from day one and reach any level. I teach Italian, German, English, Spanish, Russian, French, Dutch, Catalan, Portuguese, Greek, Hindi, Arabic and Esperanto (at different levels). I specialise in multilingual teaching (up to 10 languages in one course) and I am a certified language examiner for English, Italian, Russian, French, German and Spanish. I hold an MA in International Communication, an MA in Didactics, two BAs in Translating and Interpreting and a CELTA (Certification in English Language Teaching to Adults).

USD 20.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Gabriele Mangini.
5.0

389 Lessons

Gabriele Manginiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
Native
·Spanish
·Japanese

Un italiano in Scozia - Chiacchieriamo senza fretta I am happy to prepare new topics for you to explore with me, lesson after lesson. We can focus on your specific requirements, or you can leave it to me to introduce you to those things that will open up your Italian... (talk about family, sports, politics, love, religion, but also architecture, literature, arts, beaches, the Alps, the way Italians see themselves as part of world history and culture). I love to explore with you the roots of our words, and see how they compare with those of your language, if at all possible!

USD 5.00/trial
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
Available 20:30 Today
Learn Italian with the teacher Rita.
5.0

5 Lessons

Ritaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+2

Sono un’insegnante empatica, paziente e sempre attenta alle esigenze di chi ho di fronte. Mi piace ascoltare e creare un dialogo autentico con i miei studenti, per aiutarli a sentirsi sicuri, motivati e coinvolti. Credo che imparare una lingua significhi prima di tutto comunicare e divertirsi!

USD 15.00/Hour
Learn Italian with the teacher Alex.
4.9

201 Lessons

Alexid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Thai
+1

Certified TESOL & CELTA English / Italian teacher. Insegnante di inglese certificato TESOL e CELTA I’m a certified CELTA and TESOL instructor with over a decade of experience teaching English to speakers of other languages. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with learners of all ages – from young children to adults – in both classroom settings and online environments. In addition to English, I design and offer Italian lessons for beginners, with a focus on practical, conversational skills and cultural insights. Whether you're learning English or Italian, my goal is to create a supportive, engaging, and personalized experience to help you reach your language goals. I look forward to welcoming you to one of my classes!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
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 Paola Senatore.
5.0

4,814 Lessons

Paola Senatoreid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
+3

CERTIFICATED DITALS TEACHER WITH MORE THAN FOUR YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Ciao! Sono Paola, nata a Salerno vicino alla Costiera Amalfitana. Insegnante certificata DITALS, lavoro su Italki da oltre otto anni. Amo il mio lavoro e conoscere persone da tutto il mondo. Sono anche attrice e appassionata di teatro, letteratura e cinema. Sono paziente, solare e creo un ambiente accogliente per gli studenti. I’m Paola, born in Salerno near the Amalfi Coast. I’m a certified DITALS teacher and have been working on Italki for over eight years. I love my job and meeting people from all over the world. I’m also an actress and passionate about theater, literature, and cinema. I’m patient, positive, and I create a welcoming environment for the students! Sono una persona molto paziente, solare e disponibile. Adoro parlare con persone di tutto il mondo e vedere i progressi dei miei studenti nello studio dell’italiano! Mi piace parlare di libri, musica, teatro, film, filosofia, sport, qualsiasi cosa! Amo molto il mio paese quindi possiamo parlare della cultura italiana, le splendide città, il cibo, la storia! I am a very patient, sunny and helpful person. I love talking to people from all over the world and seeing my students' progress in studying Italian! I like to talk about books, music, theater, movies, philosophy, sports, everything! I love my country very much so we can talk about Italian culture, beautiful cities, food, history! Le mie lezioni sono personalizzate e basate sui tuoi interessi e le tue curiosità!

BusinessKidsTest Preparation
USD 12.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Sabrina.
5.0

82 Lessons

Sabrinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Neapolitan (Napoletano)
Native
·English
·French
·Spanish

Tutor madrelingua laureata in lingue My name is Sabrina, I’m 22 years old and I live in one of the most fascinating cities in Italy, Naples! 🌊☀️🍕 I have a degree in Modern Languages and Cultures; in fact, my greatest passion is communicating in foreign languages! 🇬🇧🇪🇸🇫🇷 I also really love • literature 📖 • traveling ✈️🗺 • art 🎨 • animals 🐶🦒 Friendly and patient 🌵 Talkative 🗣 Student-centered 🧏‍♀️ Neapolitan culture insights 💙 My lessons are a relaxed, positive and stress-free space 🧘‍♀️ where you can feel free to speak and make mistakes (because that’s how you learn!). 👨‍🏫 You will learn Italian through conversations on a variety of topics, tailored to your language level and designed specifically to help you improve. 📈💯 We will use materials such as • interesting articles 📑 • videos 🎞 • music 🎶 • real-life conversations 🗣 • everyday situations 🙋‍♀️ and more! 💌

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Elisa.
5.0

545 Lessons

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

IT and EN conversation practice for ADVANCED (C1-C2) (and Upper Intermediate B1-B2) level students I understand that at the advanced level, you're looking for more than just language basics—you want to think and communicate like a native. Drawing from my experience as a translator and dialoguist for movies, cartoons, and documentaries, I craft lessons that immerse you in authentic Italian. Together, we’ll focus on real-world usage, fine-tune your comprehension, and build your confidence to speak like a true Italian.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Gerry.
5.0

1,695 Lessons

Gerryid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·Spanish
·French
·Latin
+2

Al momento supporto studenti di tutto il mondo nell’apprendimento online a qualsiasi livello. Mi occupo prevalentemente di adulti, anche se ho avuto come studenti adolescenti e qualche bambino. I currently support students with their goals by teaching them Italian and English online via Skype. I am very patient and friendly. Over the years, I have taught all kinds of language learners.

Business
USD 6.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Antonella Lucchese.
5.0

267 Lessons

Antonella Luccheseid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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French
·English
·Spanish

I'm your informal teacher here to help you learn and improve the italian language Ciao! Sono Antonella, un’insegnante italiana originaria della Valle d’Aosta, la piccola regione alpina nel nord-ovest d’Italia. Adoro viaggiare, scoprire nuove culture e condividere la mia passione per il cinema, l’arte e la cucina italiana. Con un background in beni culturali e comunicazione, e avendo vissuto in Spagna, amo aiutare gli studenti a migliorare il loro italiano attraverso conversazioni vivaci e lezioni su misura. Parlo anche inglese, francese e spagnolo, quindi so quanto sia importante sentirsi a proprio agio quando si impara una lingua. Se vuoi imparare l’italiano in modo naturale, divertendoti con argomenti che ti appassionano, sarò felice di accompagnarti in questo viaggio! Raccontami di te e cercheremo di creare insieme il piano di apprendimento linguistico più adatto ai tuoi obiettivi. Strutturerò le lezioni in modo che siano adatte al tuo livello di partenza o alle tue conoscenze pregresse della lingua. Se sei interessato, possiamo anche esplorare insieme aspetti della cultura italiana! Possiamo affrontare argomenti come cibo, ricette italiane, cinema, musica, arte e ciò che più ti affascina dell'Italia. Durante la lezione di prova capiremo insieme il tuo livello di partenza e i tuoi obiettivi per adattare le lezioni al tuo livello. REGOLE DELLE LEZIONI Se perdi la lezione e non ricevo nessuna comunicazione da parte dello studente, dopo 24 ore addebiterò il costo della lezione.

USD 7.00/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 Italiano con Andrea.
5.0

969 Lessons

Italiano con Andreaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·French
·Spanish
+3

Cultura, grammatica e conversazione in Italiano senza mai annoiarsi! Ciao! My name is Andrea - your new language teacher! ​🇮🇹​ I have completed my studies all across Italy, and I'm just about to finish a PhD in English Literature. With 5 years of experience teaching online and at prestigious institutions (Manchester University, UC in Rome), I specialise in carefully planned Italian classes that blend culture, grammar, and communication skills ​🗣️​💬​ As a teacher, I enjoy challenging students to achieve their full potential. I am very careful in selecting high-quality and real-life materials to help you progress in your language learning journey, moving step by step towards fluency and accuracy. 💯🧑🏻‍🏫 Every lesson is a balance of structure and creativity, clear explanations and dynamic activities. I want you to feel both comfortable and stimulated, so that you can build confidence in expressing yourself and enjoy the process of mastering the language. I believe that the best lessons are those that are both effective and fun -- for you as a learner, and for me as a teacher. ✍️📚💡 - CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS -

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Lucia.
Luciaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
+1

Italian native tutor| relaxed Italian lessons, tailored for you Ciao, mi chiamo Lucia e sono madrelingua italiana. La mia passione per le lingue straniere è nata quando ero una bambina ed è stata il filo rosso sia dei miei studi che delle mie scelte lavorative. Ho esperienza nel dare ripetizioni di italiano e nel mio ultimo lavoro mi sono occupata della formazione dei miei colleghi del back office. Grazie a questo ruolo ho imparato ad ascoltare i loro dubbi, a spiegare i concetti in modo chiaro e ad adattarmi alle esigenze di ognuno. Vorrei aiutarti a migliorare il tuo livello di italiano in un ambiente calmo e stimolante. Le mie lezioni sono adatte a qualsiasi livello e decideremo insieme di quali argomenti parlare in base alla tua curiosità e/o necessità. Ho attirato la tua attenzione? Prenota una lezione di prova e iniziamo insieme!

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Italian with the teacher Desiree.
5.0

3,649 Lessons

Desireeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Italian
Native
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English
·German
·Spanish

Italian tutor with over 5 years experience :) I am very patient, easy going and straight forward- my accent is neutral. I am very keen to teach, I am patient but meticulous and methodical. We can practice conversation on specific topics, listening and comprehension, or specific grammar rules :)

USD 8.00/trial
Available 07:30 Tomorrow
Learn Italian with the teacher Sabrina.
4.9

1,214 Lessons

Sabrinaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Italian
Native
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Afrikaans
·English
·French

My 35 years of teaching are at your disposal! I have been teaching languages since the age of 19 and have a lot of experience dealing with different types of people. I do have a lot of material prepared and I make it available to my students via email, Skype and WhatsApp. I am very organized, but the three decades of teaching experience allows me to 'go with the flow' if needs be.

USD 15.00/trial

What our Italian students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,327,805 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!