Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
Step1
Use "ciao" (pronounced "CHOW") for both "hello" and "goodbye" - it's a handy multipurpose word that's easy to remember.
Step2
Introduce yourself by saying "Mi chiamo" (mee key-AHM-oh) and then your name.
Step3
Make copious use of "per favore" (pehr fa-VORE-ay) and "grazie" (GRATS-ee-ay) to say "please" and "thank you."
Step4
Say "sì" (SEE) for "yes," and "no" (NOH) for "no." Nodding or shaking your head will work, too.
Step5
Say "dove" (DOH-vay), which means "where," if you're looking for something.
Step6
Use "vorrei" (vohr-RAY), which means "I would like," in many situations. Just point to whatever you want, remembering to tack on a "per favore" at the end.
Step7
If all of the above fails, ask "Parla inglese?" (PAHR-lay een-GLAY-say), or "Do you speak English?" If your new Italian friend doesn't, he or she can probably find someone who does.