# Nuovo Espresso Plus 2, Unit 10: Choosing a flat together

**Language:** Italian  
**CEFR Level:** A2  

> Master talking about homes by listening to Claudia and Salvo's conversation about a flat they might buy in Siracusa, which pairs with the themes of unit 10 of Nuovo Espresso Plus 2. It may feel challenging at first, but by the end of this course you will be able to fully understand and participate.

**Setting:** The empty living room of a flat for sale in Siracusa on a Saturday afternoon in October, the second one Claudia and Salvo have seen today. The estate agent has left them alone for ten minutes. They have been together for years and use tu with each other, as couples do.

## Lessons

### 1. Describing a flat

Claudia and Salvo look around the living room and notice what they like and what needs work.

### 2. Saying what a home needs

Claudia needs a balcony and Salvo needs a second bedroom, and the flat has both.

### 3. Comparing two flats

Claudia and Salvo compare this flat with the one they saw this morning.

### 4. Giving your opinion

Salvo thinks the kitchen is too small, and Claudia disagrees.

### 5. Weighing up the pros and cons

Salvo worries about parking, and Claudia sees a way round it.

### 6. Looking for a solution

Claudia thinks the price is too high, and Salvo has an idea for bringing it down.

### 7. Deciding and saying what you hope

Claudia and Salvo decide to make an offer, and agree on who will talk to the agent.