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Exploring Italian Cities and Directions – HearSay

Italian A1

Join Luca and Sara to discover what there is to see and do in a city and learn how to ask for directions, one short conversation at a time. Each lesson trains your ear until you can follow every word and answer back, based on Chapter 6 of Nuovo Espresso 1.

Lessons

Saying where you are from
Luca and Sara meet and discuss where they are from, realizing they are both visitors to Bologna.
Describing a city's landmarks
Luca tells Sara about the famous features of Bologna, including its historic porticoes and ancient towers.
Expressing what you want to see
Sara expresses her desire to see the cathedral, and Luca explains that it is just a short walk away.
Giving simple directions
Luca consults a map to give Sara directions, and they decide to walk to the cathedral together before finding a local restaurant.
Asking about nearby places to eat
Sara mentions that she is hungry and asks if there is a restaurant nearby, prompting Luca to point out a trattoria around the corner.
Asking about opening hours
Sara asks what time the trattoria opens, and after Luca answers, they discuss what they can do next and plan a walk.
Describing a town square
Sara asks if Piazza Maggiore is big, and Luca describes it as a very large and lively square filled with people.
Asking about closing times
Luca mentions a nearby museum, and when Sara asks what time it closes, they decide to head to the information office to find out.
Looking up an address
Sara asks Luca if he knows where the office is, and they decide to search for the address on a phone.
Asking how to get somewhere
Luca finds the office's location behind the local theater, and Sara asks if they should take the bus to get there.
Discussing modes of transportation
Luca suggests walking since the office is close by, leading him and Sara to talk about the vehicles they drive.
Talking about your job
Sara shares her thoughts on Luca's job as a tram driver, and Luca explains why he enjoys his work.
Finding common ground
Sara and Luca chat about their shared love for travel and being on the move before deciding to head into the museum.
Expressing appreciation for a place
Luca points out the museum's location, and Sara thanks him while sharing how much she likes the neighborhood.

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