English words that have different meanings in Italian

Some English words that have different meanings in Italian can be quite confusing to many, especially if you are a non native Italian speaker. It is easy to think you are following a conversation only to realize that these words have different meanings in Italian.

Once again, Manu from Learn Italian Made Easy created this video to help. The words will be repeated 3 times so you will hear the proper pronunciation and you have time so you can practice repeating them as well. Additionally, Manu will provide an explanation and a phrase showing how it is used in Italian.

Here are the English words you will learn and what they mean in Italian.

• Fare Footing- Jogging
• Shooting – photoshoot
• Feeling – chemistry
• Lo Smoking – tuxedo
• Body -bodysuit or leotard
• Gli slip- underwear or briefs
• Il twin set – matching shirt and cardigan
• Golf – sweater or hoodie
• Box auto – garage
• Box doccia Shower cubicle
• Flipper – pinball
• Mister – coach
• Stage – internship
• Fiction – tv series
• Playback – lip syncing

Have a look at the below video for a proper explanation and to practice the pronunciation.