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Italian pronunciation guides

Explore what to listen for when speaking Italian, then use the sentence library to practise aloud.

What to listen for in Italian

Develop a clearer Italian rhythm by speaking complete sentences and comparing them with a native model. The word-by-word result helps you choose a precise detail to repeat.

Double consonants

Italian distinguishes single and double consonants by duration. Give a written double consonant enough closure or hold time to keep the contrast audible.

Open and clear vowels

Italian vowels remain important in unstressed syllables. Avoid reducing them so far that the syllable loses its recognisable shape.

Stress and flow

Word stress is not always obvious from spelling. Reference audio shows which syllable carries prominence and how it joins the surrounding phrase.