How to Start Speaking Italian (Even If You Feel Not Ready)

Almost every beginner tells me the same thing:

“I understand more than I can say.”

And that’s completely normal.

Speaking is the most vulnerable part of learning a language. You feel exposed. You worry about mistakes. You hesitate.

But here’s something I always tell my students:You don’t need to be ready to start speaking. You become ready by speaking.

The key is starting small.

Short sentences.Simple structures.Repetition without shame.

Instead of trying to say everything perfectly, focus on communicating something clearly.

For example:

Oggi lavoro molto.Mi piace studiare la sera.Secondo me è interessante.

These are simple sentences — but they are real communication.

Confidence doesn’t arrive before speaking. It grows while you speak.

And when you practice with someone who corrects you gently, explains clearly, and adapts to your pace, progress feels natural.

If you’ve been waiting to “feel ready,” maybe this is your sign not to wait anymore.

👉 Book your Italian lesson and start speaking today — even if it’s just one sentence.