Italian: Idiomatic Expressions

Dive into the colourful world of Italian idiomatic expressions, from animals to food and much more!

This lower-intermediate to intermediate course is full of interactive, student-centered activities in pairs and groups, making learning Italian lively and fun.

Discover how Italians use vivid, everyday language to express humour, wisdom, and emotion, while practising your speaking, listening, and conversation skills, and adding flavour and personality to your Italian.

There will be no session 21 May.

About the Tutor

Dr Federica Ferrieri has lived in Northern Ireland since 2010, after spending time in the Netherlands and Greece. She holds a PhD in Modern Greek Language and Literature, and her expertise lies in both the theory and practice of language teaching.

She works as a Civic Engagement Officer at Queen's University Belfast, and she also continues to pursue her passion for teaching foreign languages – mainly Italian. She served as the Italian Honorary Consul in Northern Ireland from 2016 to 2025.

Federica is particularly interested in projects that connect language learning with arts-based approaches, restorative justice, diversity and representation.