VIA Labels

ACCESSING

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(Look for the word "Etichette" in the right-hand column.)

PRINTING

All label pages are formatted for use with Avery® White Removable Multipurpose Labels 6467™ and can be easily printed, applied, and moved as necessary.

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You may also opt to print on regular paper and cut them out yourself. Just be careful which adhesive you use, as some can damage certain finishes.

HOW TO APPLY

Place the label on each item. It may be difficult to adhere to certain objects, so label where the item goes instead.There are English translations printed below, but if you're still not sure what a specific term refers to, you can type the Italian term into Google Images and use the pictures that come up as visual cues.

You may not have each item on the list.  If you’re still interested in practicing that term, try putting the label on a printed picture of the item and place it somewhere that is easily visible.

STUDY TIPS

Whenever you use the item or see the label, say the word and/or create a sentence. Sentences can be as simple as:

È la porta

It is the door.

Or more complicated depending on your level. If you're currently working on Demonstrative Pronouns for example, you might say:

Questa è la porta.

This is the door.

Even more advanced learners can use simple terms as a starting point for creating or remembering more advanced constructions:

"Quando si chiude una porta, si apre un portone"

When one door closes, a bigger door opens.

If you’re unsure of the pronunciation, you can look up individual terms on Word Reference (which often has pronunciation notes) or find a recording of a native speaker's pronunciation on Forvo. 

JOIN THE COMMUNITY

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See these posts for more label inspiration:
Italian immersion at home (living room & colors)
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