Essential Resources to Kickstart Your Italian Learning Journey
- Anne Lam Music
- May 20
- 2 min read
If you follow me on Instagram @anne.polyglotadventurer then you know that I started learning Italian this year (2025). Some of you commented that I have already made so much progress in the language, so I thought I would share with you four resources I have used to start learning Italian. Keep in mind though, that part of the reason I have been able to pick up Italian relatively quickly, is that I already know French and Spanish, both of which share many similarities with Italian. Nonetheless, I still believe that the following resources are extremely useful in helping anyone learn Italian.
Books:
This is an amazing resource for learning vocabulary IN CONTEXT. I stress this, because I often see people trying to memorize lists of vocabulary. However, learning vocabulary in this way doesn't necessarily guarantee that you will know how to use them correctly. So for me personally, I have always found learning new words in context to be much more helpful in both retention and application. I also like that there are multiple-choice questions at the end of each chapter, so that you can test yourself to see if you have understood the chapter correctly.
Now, I know that grammar doesn't spark joy for a lot of people out there, but for me, I really enjoy learning how a language works. What I love about this workbook is that the lessons and corresponding exercises are all divided into bite-sized chunks, so that you don't feel overwhelmed. Also, the first part of the workbook is specifically dedicated to real-life scenarios and conversational skills, meaning that you will learn the most useful vocabulary and grammar that you will need in day-to-day life. I find this approach very practical. Going through this workbook will allow you to develop a solid foundation in the language, which you can then apply in real life.
YouTube channels:
This is one of the first YouTube channels I found for learning Italian. I think the videos are a great resource for comprehensible input, and I enjoy the fact that the channel offers videos of different topics. Some videos are more grammar-based, while other videos are vlogs, conversations with other native Italian speakers, and just facts about Italian culture. A lot of the grammar lesson videos also have a link in the description box, where you can download a free PDF with the lesson summary and exercises to practice the concept discussed in the video.
I discovered this channel more recently. I really like the style of the videos, and similar to Learn Italian With Teacher Stefano, there are a variety of videos you can find on this channel. Some even include more interactive exercises and activities, which can be more fun and mentally stimulating. I also like the fact that the videos in general are not too long, which is great for beginner to early-intermediate learners, as lengthy videos can be too overwhelming at that level.
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