What you get in this free beginner Italian course (PDF)
The PDF is designed for beginners who want quick wins. Each unit is short, practical, and focused on real communication. You’ll learn with bite‑size lessons, examples, and quick checks so you know what to practice next.
Think of it as a mini book: simple explanations, everyday words, and short exercises. You can print the pages, study offline, and track progress on a single checklist.
- Alphabet, pronunciation, and stress basics
- Essential greetings and polite forms
- Numbers, days, months, time
- Key verbs: essere, avere, stare, and present tense patterns
- Useful phrases for travel and beginners’ small talk
- Mini dialogues with translation and practice tasks
How to use the PDF and lessons
Treat the PDF like a structured course. Move through one unit per study session, then repeat the same unit the next day to lock it in. Short, frequent practice beats long cram sessions.
Speak out loud. Italian sounds natural when practiced with your voice, not just your eyes. If possible, record yourself and compare to native audio from dictionaries or videos.
- Study 15–25 minutes, 5 days a week
- Review yesterday’s notes before new lessons
- Use spaced repetition for new words
- Shadow model sentences aloud for rhythm
- Write one mini dialogue per unit
- Print the checklist and tick off each goal
Italian basics: starter phrases for beginners
These beginner phrases cover real situations. Repeat them slowly, then faster, keeping vowel sounds clear and consistent.
- Ciao! / Buongiorno! — Hi! / Good morning!
- Per favore / Grazie — Please / Thank you
- Mi chiamo… — My name is…
- Piacere! — Nice to meet you!
- Come stai? — How are you? (informal)
- Quanto costa? — How much is it?
- Dov’è il bagno? — Where is the bathroom?
- Non capisco / Parlo un po’ di italiano — I don’t understand / I speak a little Italian
Download the free Italian PDF and bonus resources
Get the free PDF pack titled “Italian‑Beginners‑Lessons.pdf.” It includes the core units, printable worksheets, and a compact vocabulary list. Save it to your phone or print it like a pocket book.
Want more? The pack also links to free dictionaries and pronunciation clips so you can learn with examples and audio, even if you’re offline later.
- Beginner lesson PDF (units 1–8)
- Printable checklists and answer keys
- Mini verb tables (present tense)
- Survival phrases on one page
- Links to free audio references
A simple 4‑week beginner study plan
Use this plan to finish the PDF and build real habits. Adjust days if you prefer weekends off—consistency matters more than perfection.
By week four, you’ll handle basics, introduce yourself, and navigate common travel tasks with confidence.
- Week 1: Alphabet, pronunciation, greetings, numbers 0–100. Speak and spell names; practice stress patterns.
- Week 2: Days, time, polite forms, essere/avere. Write 5 self‑intro lines; record and compare.
- Week 3: Ordering, directions, prices, stare + feelings. Build two short dialogues and memorize them.
- Week 4: Present tense patterns for -are/-ere/-ire verbs; review all units; take the final self‑test and repeat weak spots.
FAQ
- Is the PDF really free?
- Yes. The beginner lessons are free to download and print. Use them as a standalone mini course or alongside any app you already like.
- How long to learn the basics of Italian?
- With 15–25 minutes a day, most beginners reach the basics (A1) in 4–6 weeks and early A2 in 2–3 months, especially with regular speaking practice.
- Do I need a book if I have the PDF?
- Not necessarily. The PDF works like a compact book. If you enjoy deeper grammar, a beginner book can add detail, but start simple and stay consistent.
- What’s the best way to practice pronunciation?
- Shadow short audio or model sentences daily. Keep vowels pure (a‑e‑i‑o‑u), roll the r lightly, and stress the correct syllable shown in the lessons.
- Can I learn Italian as an English speaker without a tutor?
- Absolutely. Follow the PDF course, speak aloud, and use free audio resources. Add a language exchange once a week for real conversation practice.