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PhrasesAt the LibraryFate corsi di italiano per stranieri?
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Fate corsi di italiano per stranieri?

Do you run Italian courses for foreigners?

Pronunciation

Stress 'stra-NIE-ri'. 'Corsi' = COR-si — courses (plural).

When to use it

Ask this if you're a non-Italian speaker looking for language learning resources or classes. Many Italian public libraries offer language support services to immigrants and newcomers.

What it means

'Corsi di italiano per stranieri' = Italian courses for foreigners/non-native speakers. Many Italian libraries partner with volunteer organisations ('associazioni di volontariato') to offer free or low-cost Italian classes to immigrants ('immigrati') and new residents ('nuovi residenti').

Variations

Avete materiali per imparare l'italiano?

Do you have materials for learning Italian?

Self-study materials.

Ci sono corsi di italiano gratuiti?

Are there free Italian courses?

Asking about free options.

Avete libri con audio per imparare l'italiano?

Do you have books with audio for learning Italian?

Audio learning resources.

Mini Dialogue

— Fate corsi di italiano per stranieri? — Sì, il mercoledì sera abbiamo un corso gratuito per adulti. — Deve iscriversi? — Sì, venga in segreteria. Si parte sempre dal livello base.

— Do you run Italian courses for foreigners? — Yes, on Wednesday evenings we have a free course for adults. — Do you need to register? — Yes, come to the office. We always start from beginner level.

Cultural Note

Italian libraries play a crucial role in immigrant integration ('integrazione'). Italy has received significant immigration since the 1990s and libraries are key points of contact for 'mediazione culturale' (cultural mediation). Many Italian libraries have multilingual collections ('collezioni multilingue') and staff who speak Arabic, Chinese, Romanian, and other widely spoken immigrant languages.