Real conversation
We practice from the beginning with useful situations: travel, introductions, cafés, directions, family, culture and daily life.
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Online Italian with Gustavo
Learn Italian for travel, conversation and culture.
Personalized online Italian lessons for students who want to speak with more confidence, understand pronunciation clearly and use Italian in real situations.
Available now Italian A0-B1 Original materials One-to-one · couples · families
My approach
Clear, useful Italian connected to real life.
I was born in Argentina and grew up in Italy from the age of 6. I lived there for around 22 years and I still return often because of my personal ties with the Bel Paese. That is why I teach Italian not only as a language, but as a way to understand people, places, habits and ways of living.
I also worked as an aircraft maintenance instructor, an experience that taught me how to explain complex ideas with structure, precision and patience. I bring that same clarity into language lessons: structure when needed, calm practice and room to make mistakes without freezing.
What we work on
Conversation, pronunciation and grammar that makes sense.
Clear pronunciation
We work on the sounds that usually feel tricky for English speakers: vowels, double consonants, rhythm, stress and natural intonation.
Grammar in context
Grammar appears when it helps you communicate better. I explain it through real examples, not as an endless list of isolated rules.
Available levels
Italian from A0 to B1, with B2 and C1 in development.
The Italian path is ready for beginner and intermediate levels. B2 and C1 materials will be developed later, once the first version of Verbivia has been validated with independent students.
A0
For absolute beginners who want to build their first sentences without feeling lost.
A1
For basic conversations, introductions, routines, likes, travel and everyday situations.
A2
For more confidence in daily interactions and longer, more natural exchanges.
B1
For more independence, clearer expression and more natural conversation.
Formats
One-to-one, couples, friends or families.
Not everyone learns the same way or wants the same thing. Lessons can be adapted to one student, two people learning together or a family sharing the process.
One-to-one lessons
A path adapted to your level, pace, goals and learning style.
Couples or friends
Lessons for two people who want to learn together, travel or practice conversation.
Families
Flexible sessions for families who want to share the learning process.
Public student reviews
Clarity, patience, structure and good energy.
These reviews come from students who have taken lessons with me on Preply. What appears most often: prepared lessons, clear explanations, useful corrections and a comfortable space to speak.
“He adapts the classes to my needs, corrects pronunciation and makes the lessons dynamic and comfortable.”
Katherine“He is very patient. His slides and way of teaching are fantastic, and I improved my speaking confidence.”
Ghazal“He finds a perfect balance between organization, structure, good humor and a calm approach.”
Matias“Excellent teacher. He prepares the lessons very well, pays attention and brings great energy to class.”
LautaroAlso on Instagram
Vocabulary, curiosities and Italian culture.
On Instagram I share new vocabulary, short explanations and curiosities about the Italian language. It is a space for people who want to get closer not only to the language, but also to culture: real expressions, travel, habits, geography, history and everyday Italian details.
Follow @verbivia.academyHow it works
A simple, personal and easy-to-follow process.
You tell me your goal
Travel, conversation, starting from zero, reconnecting with family roots, practice or correction.
We define your starting point
Before starting, we identify your level, main difficulties and priorities.
We use original materials
I use my own materials, created and adjusted around what works with real students.
You keep moving forward
After the lesson, you can receive practice, corrections and guidance for the next step.
Planned options
Single lessons, packages and more continuous paths.
The first commercial version of Verbivia will include simple options: introductory meeting, single lesson, 4-lesson package, 8-lesson package and, later, a possible monthly path.
As an indicative reference, a 50-minute lesson currently starts at 20 USD. An introductory meeting can be 30 minutes for 10 USD or 50 minutes for 20 USD. Final prices and availability are confirmed by conversation before booking.
FAQ
Before starting.
Can I start Italian from zero?
Yes. The Italian path is prepared from A0, with clear explanations, guided practice and materials designed to build a solid base.
Are lessons only for English speakers?
No. I also work with Spanish speakers and students from different backgrounds. This page is written for students browsing in English.
Will the lesson be only conversation?
Not necessarily. Conversation matters, but we combine it with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar in context, correction and culture.
Next step
Want to start Italian online?
Booking and payment are not active in this version yet. Before activating them, I will finish the calendar setup, conditions, payment flow and legal texts. If you want to know whether this path fits you, contact me here.