Beginner 4 (Refresher course) – ‘Divertiamoci’ ( Let’s have fun)
This course is a consolidation of all learnt from Beginner 1 to Beginner 3 and more. We will be practising more verbs ending in -are, – ere, -ire (also verbs in -ire that take isc i.e.: capisco, finisco)
We will learn about how to make a comparison;
We will revise modal verbs (potere, volere, dovere) and similar verbs such as piacere and sapere and learn the difference between sapere e conoscere ( both translated as to know);
We will revise reflexive verbs, for example divertirsi – to enjoy onself;
We will learn something new: adverbs (always, often, etc);
We will be able to say what belongs to whom – Possessive adjectives ‘my;’
Some idiomatic expressions such as ‘avere la pelle d’oca’ (to have goosbumps), ‘in bocca al lupo’ (good luck);
We will cover topics including health and pets.
By the end of this course you should be confident speaking in the present tense.
Ciao! I am Mariagrazia (or Maria) and I come from the beautiful prosecco region, in the North East of Italy. I have now lived in Lichfield for 20 years, which makes it my second home.
After obtaining the Cambridge University Proficiency in English I came to the UK for work experience which led me to job opportunities in Lichfield. I was so lucky to discover such a marvellous place!
I decided to stay a little bit longer; I studied Modern Languages and Social Sciences with the Open University and obtained the London Trinity TESOL. After working in EU-funded projects for 17 years I have decided to share my passion for my own language and culture with whoever has a desire to explore Italy and its enormous cultural heritage!
I look forward to meeting you!