You already know more Italian than you think.
 
Three practical guides in one book. One great place to start.
You don't need to spend months memorising grammar before you can start speaking Italian. In fact, you probably know far more Italian than you realise.
 
From familiar words that look and sound like English, to simple phrases you can use from your very first conversation, Start Speaking Italian helps you discover what you already know and put it to use.
 
And when you're ready to enjoy Italy for yourself, the Italian menu guide helps you make sense of what you'll find in restaurants, from cuts of meat and types of fish to cheeses, cooking methods and drinks.
 
Whether you're preparing for a trip to Italy, learning for pleasure or simply want to build your confidence with the language, this book gives you a practical starting point.
 
WHAT'S INSIDE?
 
1. You Already Know Italian
 
Discover the Italian words you already know, without realising it.
English and Italian share thousands of words. You may recognise Italian words through music, everyday vocabulary, academic language and words that look remarkably similar to their English equivalents.
 
Discover these familiar connections and use them to build your Italian vocabulary from the very beginning.
 
2. Say It in Italian
 
Start speaking from day one.
Learn useful words and phrases for greetings, everyday conversation and getting around. Discover how to begin a question, use spoken etiquette and sound more natural when speaking Italian.
 
From your first buongiorno to useful phrases for exploring Italy, this section helps you move from recognising Italian to actually using it.
 
3. What's on the Menu?
 
Your practical pocket guide to Italian food and restaurant menus.
Italian menus can be a pleasure to explore when you know what you're looking at. This section helps you recognise common ingredients, understand cooking methods and identify the foods and drinks you may encounter when eating out.
 
Inside, you'll find useful vocabulary covering:
 
Meat and fish
Vegetables and fruit
Cheeses and cold meats
Extras and accompaniments
Cooking styles
Quantities
Drinks                                                                                                                                      
So whether you're choosing a dish, deciphering a menu or discovering something new, you'll have the vocabulary to help you along the way.
 
WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?
 
Start Speaking Italian is ideal if you:
 
Are a complete beginner or returning to Italian after a break.
Want to start speaking without feeling overwhelmed by grammar.
Would like to recognise the Italian words you already know.
Are preparing for a holiday in Italy.
Want a useful reference for ordering food and understanding menus.
Prefer practical, accessible learning that builds confidence step by step.                                                                                                                                                
YOUR ITALIAN JOURNEY STARTS HERE
You don't have to know everything before you begin. Start with the words you recognise, learn a few useful phrases and build from there.
 
Start speaking Italian today. You already have more of a head start than you think.