Discover how to learn Italian with the Pimsleur Method.
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It’s now possible to speak and understand a foreign language effortlessly. The world-famous Pimsleur Method™ combines well-established research, most-useful vocabulary and a completely intuitive process to get you speaking right from the first day. All Pimsleur® courses feature real-world context and flexible vocabulary enabling you to learn your new language in a fluid, natural way. It’s the simplest way to start speaking a new language today.
Italian is the official language of Italy and San Marino, and an official language of Switzerland, Croatia, and Slovenia. It is spoken by about 66 million worldwide. Learn Italian today with Pimsleur.
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Learn Italian with the Pimsleur App by carrying on simple conversations using essential vocabulary and grammar. Learn the basics of the Italian language, plus how to read with correct pronunciation and accent. (16 hours)
Increase your confidence and Italian fluency and start communicating on the fly with a near-native accent. Double your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and continue to practice your reading skills. Learn Italian fast and easy! (16 hours)
Communicate abstract concepts and meet everyday requirements in Italian while building on your pitch-perfect accent. Learn to speak Italian naturally and enjoy conversations on many new subjects. Reading practice will expand your vocabulary. (16 hours)
Increase your fluency and learn to speak Italian at a more accelerated pace with expanded vocabulary, more complex structures, and dynamic conversations. Learn to speak and read with the ease and flexibility of a native speaker. (16 hours)
Progress to an intermediate level of Italian in this fast-paced language program packed with relevant vocabulary and advanced usage. Improve your reading and comprehension with a short story. (16 hours)
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Buy 30 Lessons at a Time
Learn Italian with the Pimsleur Method by carrying on simple conversations using essential vocabulary and grammar. Learn the basics of the Italian language, plus how to read with correct pronunciation and accent. (16 hours)
Increase your confidence and Italian fluency and start communicating on the fly with a near-native accent. Double your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and continue to practice your reading skills. Learn Italian fast and easy! (16 hours)
Communicate abstract concepts and meet everyday requirements in Italian while building on your pitch-perfect accent. Learn to speak Italian naturally and enjoy conversations on many new subjects. Reading practice will expand your vocabulary. (16 hours)
Increase your fluency and learn to speak Italian at a more accelerated pace with expanded vocabulary, more complex structures, and dynamic conversations. Learn to speak and read with the ease and flexibility of a native speaker. (16 hours)
Progress to an intermediate level of Italian in this fast-paced language program packed with relevant vocabulary and advanced usage. Improve your reading and comprehension with a short story. (16 hours)
Featured Introductory Program
Lessons 1-16 from the Italian Level 1 program on 8 CDs (8 hrs). Each lesson contains an intro conversation, and new vocabulary & structures. Learn essentials - greetings, meals, shopping, directions, and more. Reading instruction begins in Lesson 9.
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Learn Italian - start as a beginner with basic phrases, vocabulary and grammar, and progress to an intermediate level of speaking, understanding, and reading. Learn to speak Italian with fluency, ease, and a near-native accent. (80 hours)
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Buy 30 Lessons at a Time
Learn Italian with the Pimsleur App by carrying on simple conversations using essential vocabulary and grammar. Learn the basics of the Italian language, plus how to read with correct pronunciation and accent. (16 hours)
Increase your confidence and Italian fluency and start communicating on the fly with a near-native accent. Double your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and continue to practice your reading skills. Learn Italian fast and easy! (16 hours)
Communicate abstract concepts and meet everyday requirements in Italian while building on your pitch-perfect accent. Learn to speak Italian naturally and enjoy conversations on many new subjects. Reading practice will expand your vocabulary. (16 hours)
Increase your fluency and learn to speak Italian at a more accelerated pace with expanded vocabulary, more complex structures, and dynamic conversations. Learn to speak and read with the ease and flexibility of a native speaker. (16 hours)
Progress to an intermediate level of Italian in this fast-paced language program packed with relevant vocabulary and advanced usage. Improve your reading and comprehension with a short story. (16 hours)
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Playable in car(30-minute Daily Lessons based on Pimsleur Method™) |
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30-Minute Core Pimsleur Audio Lessons |
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Flashcards, quizzes, intro conversation transcripts, and more |
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Instant Download | Instant Download | Free S&H 4-7 business days |
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$150.00
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