Italian · Everyday Verbs
"to learn" in Italian: imparare
imparare
To learn in Italian is imparare (eem-pah-RAH-reh). Common forms: imparo (I learn), impari (you learn), impara (he/she learns). Imparare a + infinitive means learn to do something.
Language goals
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How to pronounce imparare
Say it
eem-pah-RAH-reh
/im.paˈra.re/
eem-pah-RAH-reh, stress on RAH. Imparo is eem-PAH-roh.
"to learn" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| imparare | to learn The infinitive. | The infinitive. |
| imparo / impari / impara | I learn / you learn / he-she learns Present singular. | Present singular. |
| impariamo | we learn Class and group learning. | Class and group learning. |
| imparare a + verb | to learn to + verb Imparo a nuotare. | Imparo a nuotare. |
How to use imparare in real life
- 1Language goals
Imparo tre parole nuove ogni giorno.
I learn three new words every day.
Imparo = I learn.
- 2Encouraging a friend
Impari in fretta: bravo!
You're learning quickly—well done!
Impari = you learn.
- 3Cooking class
Insieme impariamo una ricetta semplice.
Together we're learning a simple recipe.
Impariamo = we learn.
Mistakes English speakers make with imparare
Incorrect: Io imparare l'italiano.
Correct: Imparo l'italiano.
Conjugate: io imparo.
Incorrect: Imparo di nuotare.
Correct: Imparo a nuotare.
Imparare a + infinitive, not di.
Good to know
Italians praise people who imparano in fretta, and language schools sell imparare divertendosi. Adult learners say sto imparando italiano without shame—progress talk is friendly.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Comparing language study methods
ChatPal
Tu impari meglio con le canzoni o con i libri?
Do you learn better with songs or with books?
You
Imparo meglio parlando. Mi serve pratica.
I learn better by speaking. I need practice.
ChatPal
Allora impariamo due dialoghi a voce alta.
Then let's learn two dialogues out loud.
You
Ok. Se imparo così, ricordo di più.
Ok. If I learn like this, I remember more.
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FAQ
Common questions about "to learn" in Italian
How do I say I learn?
Imparo.
What is imparare a?
Learn to do something: imparo a cucinare.
Is studiare the same?
Studiare is to study; imparare is to learn/acquire.
How do I say we learn?
Impariamo.
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