Is Sicilian A Language Or A Dialect?
The monolingual approach adopted for the political aim of making Italians speak with one voice has succeeded. But the campaign has been needlessly costly.
The Stigma Of Speaking A Dialect: The Case Of Sicilian
With the establishment of Florentine as the literary language of choice, all the other regional languages came to be regarded as dialects, creating a unique situation that Italians have struggled with to this day.
The Anomaly Of The Occitan Community In Calabria
That a variety of Occitan has been spoken in the small town of Guardia Piemontese in Calabria, is testimony to the tenacity of a community in the face of almost impossible odds.
Ask An Italian: Dyslexia In Italian And English
We encouraged readers to send us stories about dyslexia. One did writing that dyslexia is more common with speakers of certain languages.
All Pezzolo’s A Stage: Trinacria Theatre Company
A small but vibrant arts collective is reviving Sicily's rich tradition of myth and legend.
Latin In The World
Disparagingly described by many as a dead language, Latin maintained a prominent and proud position in the contemporary world, resonating globally.
We Don’t Speak English
According to a study by Education First, Italians are the worst English speakers in Europe.
Italian English
Who exactly is teaching Italians how to speak English? Let’s take a look at some recent and not-so-recent examples.