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Charming Your Italian In-Laws – HearSay italiano A2
Prepare for family dinners, holiday gatherings, and Sunday lunches with your Italian partner's family. Practice your listening and speaking skills on the go to impress your new in-laws and navigate cultural norms effortlessly.
Lezioni First impressions and introductions Learn how to formally introduce yourself to your partner's parents.
Vocabolario la presentazione (introduction) il suocero (father-in-law) la suocera (mother-in-law) lieto (glad) il piacere (pleasure) Obiettivi Introduce yourself formally Express pleasure in meeting someone Being polite and respectful Master polite expressions and understand the use of formal address.
Vocabolario dare del Lei (to address formally) per favore (please) la cortesia (politeness) il rispetto (respect) educato (polite) Obiettivi Use formal pronouns correctly Express gratitude and politeness Arriving at the house Make a good impression when walking through the door with a host gift.
Vocabolario il regalo (gift) il fiore (flower) la casa (house) accogliente (welcoming) puntuale (on time) Obiettivi Comment positively on the home Present a small host gift Dressing for the occasion Understand the cultural importance of looking your best for a family meal.
Vocabolario il vestito (dress/clothing) elegante (elegant) la figura (impression) la camicia (shirt) le scarpe (shoes) Obiettivi Discuss appropriate attire Understand the concept of making a good impression Sitting at the table Learn what to do when it is time to sit down and begin the meal.
Vocabolario la tavola (table) il posto (seat) sedersi (to sit down) l'appetito (appetite) il tovagliolo (napkin) Obiettivi Take your assigned seat respectfully Respond appropriately to mealtime signals Complimenting the cook Show your appreciation for the food, an essential Italian tradition.
Vocabolario delizioso (delicious) il cuoco (cook) il sapore (flavor) squisito (exquisite) la ricetta (recipe) Obiettivi Praise the quality of the meal Ask the host for their recipe Eating habits and pasta Navigate Italian dining etiquette, especially the proper way to eat pasta.
Vocabolario la forchetta (fork) il cucchiaio (spoon) il coltello (knife) il piatto (plate) il sugo (sauce) Obiettivi Discuss utensils and table setting Understand unwritten rules about eating pasta Offering to help Learn how to politely offer assistance in the kitchen.
Vocabolario aiutare (to help) la cucina (kitchen) la mano (hand) lavare (to wash) la pentola (pot) Obiettivi Offer to help with the cooking Insist politely if declined at first Clearing the table Signal that you are finished eating and help clear the dishes.
Vocabolario sparecchiare (to clear the table) le posate (cutlery) sazio (full/satiated) il bicchiere (glass) parallelo (parallel) Obiettivi Indicate politely that you are full Assist with clearing the table Talking to grandparents Show utmost respect to the family elders and engage with their stories.
Vocabolario il nonno (grandfather) la nonna (grandmother) ascoltare (to listen) la storia (story) la saggezza (wisdom) Obiettivi Address grandparents respectfully Listen actively to past experiences Extended family ties Familiarize yourself with vocabulary for the extended family.
Vocabolario il cognato (brother-in-law) la cognata (sister-in-law) il nipote (nephew/grandson) lo zio (uncle) la zia (aunt) unito (close-knit) Obiettivi Identify different extended family members Talk about family closeness Christmas greetings Share warm wishes and discuss Italian Christmas traditions.
Vocabolario il Natale (Christmas) le feste (holidays) l'albero (tree) la tradizione (tradition) festeggiare (to celebrate) Obiettivi Wish the family a Merry Christmas Discuss common holiday traditions New Year celebrations Ring in the new year with your Italian family over a massive dinner.
Vocabolario l'anno (year) il cenone (holiday dinner) la mezzanotte (midnight) il brindisi (toast) brindare (to toast) Obiettivi Give New Year greetings Propose a toast at midnight Saying goodbye gracefully Navigate the long Italian goodbye and transition to informal terms.
Vocabolario il saluto (greeting) a presto (see you soon) l'abbraccio (hug) il bacio (kiss) invitare (to invite) Obiettivi Say farewell gracefully to everyone Notice when it's okay to use informal greetings 
