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Apr 2024
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134: How to Talk To Anyone in Italy: Tax...

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These Italian phrases will help you talk to Italians and get insider tips on where to go, what to do and what to eat. Use them to make your next trip special!

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Today's Italian words:
Vive in zona? = Do you live in the area (formal)
Quali sono i piatti tipici? = What are the typical dishes? (lit. “which”)
Mi può consigliare un ristorante? = Can you recommend a restaurant? (formal)
Mi può consigliare un piatto? = Can you recommend a dish? (formal)
Mi può consigliare un vino? = Can you recommend a wine? (formal)

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