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Italian culture & conversation, grammar, history, philosophy, literature
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Individual online Italian lessons – Language, Culture & Conversation 🇮🇹

Unlock the beauty of the Italian language, history, philosophy, literature with personalized one-on-one lessons tailored to your goals, level, and interests. Whether you're a beginner or advanced speaker, each session is designed to help you gain fluency and cultural insight through engaging conversation, structured grammar, and in-depth exploration of Italy’s rich intellectual traditions.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Conversational Italian – Speak with confidence and ease in real-life situations

Grammar & Syntax – Build a solid foundation and polish your accuracy

Italian Literature – Dive into great works from Dante to contemporary authors

History & Philosophy – Explore key historical moments and thinkers who shaped Italy and the world

Custom Topics – Focus on themes that inspire you, from art and cinema to politics and regional dialects

WHO IT'S FOR:

Learners of all levels (A1–C2)

Students, professionals, travelers, and culture lovers

Anyone who wants to either learn the basics or go beyond and think in Italian

FORMAT:

100% online and in presence – Learn in Rome and form anywhere

Flexible Scheduling – Choose times that work for you

Customized Materials – Tailored to your pace, interests, and goals

Interactive & Engaging – Real conversation, real learning


About the instructor:

Led by a passionate and experienced Italian teacher with a strong background in the humanities. You'll not only learn how to speak Italian, but also why the language and culture matter.
Extra information
Lessons via laptop/personal computer. No sparthphone calls.
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  • Around Rome, Italy
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About Me
Hello! I’m Ottaviano, an Italian language teacher for foreigners 🇮🇹.

I have a deep love for the Italian language and culture, and sharing this passion with my students is a true joy for me. Teaching Italian means not only explaining grammar rules, but guiding each person through a world of sounds, words, gestures, and traditions.

I have experience teaching Italian to students of different ages and backgrounds, from complete beginners to advanced learners. I like to create dynamic, personalized lessons where every student feels engaged and motivated. I use authentic materials, communicative activities, and plenty of conversation practice to make learning natural and enjoyable.

My goal is to help you communicate confidently and spontaneously in Italian, adapting each lesson to your personal needs—whether you’re learning for travel, work, or life in Italy, we’ll build your path together.

I see myself as a friendly, patient, and curious person; I believe that a positive and relaxed atmosphere is the best foundation for learning a language.

I look forward to meeting you in class and discovering together how beautiful it is to speak Italian!
Education
University of Siena, University of Roma Tre
Experience / Qualifications
Italian language teacher
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Italian
Skills
Italian for adults
School
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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At student's home
Mon
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08-12
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20-24
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