Lyrics & Translation
Learn Italian through the infectious rhythm of "Dove e Quando" by Benji & Fede. This song captures the essence of carefree summer living, encouraging listeners to embrace spontaneity and live fully in the present. Its catchy melody and simple yet meaningful lyrics make it a perfect starting point for appreciating the nuances of the Italian language and culture.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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guida /ˈɡwiːda/ A2 |
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mattina /matˈtiːna/ A2 |
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luna /ˈluːna/ A2 |
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accompagna /akkomˈpaɲɲa/ B1 |
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montagna /monˈtaɲɲa/ A2 |
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mare /ˈmaːre/ A2 |
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fortunа /forˈtuna/ B1 |
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inizio /inˈit͡sjo/ B1 |
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litiɡate /li.tiˈɡaːte/ B2 |
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rate /ˈrate/ A2 |
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posto /ˈpɔsto/ B1 |
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serve /sɛr.ve/ A2 |
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posto /ˈpɔsto/ B1 |
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parte /ˈpar.te/ A2 |
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passa /ˈpas.sa/ A2 |
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volta /ˈvol.ta/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Dimmi dove e quando
➔ Imperative form of the verb 'dire' (to say) used for requests.
➔ The phrase "Dimmi" means "Tell me" and is a direct request.
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E non ho più nessuna scusa stupida
➔ Present tense with negation to express lack of excuses.
➔ The phrase "non ho più" means "I no longer have" indicating a change.
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E se il tuo treno passa una volta
➔ Conditional clause using 'se' (if) to express a condition.
➔ The phrase "se il tuo treno passa" means "if your train passes" indicating a hypothetical situation.
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Senza tante parole, manda la posizione
➔ Imperative form used for giving instructions.
➔ The phrase "manda la posizione" means "send the location" as a direct command.
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Adesso serve un posto un po' meno caldo
➔ Present tense to express a current need.
➔ The phrase "serve un posto" means "a place is needed" indicating a requirement.
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L'ultimo sorpasso e giuro sono da te
➔ Future intention expressed with 'giuro' (I swear).
➔ The phrase "giuro sono da te" means "I swear I will be with you" indicating commitment.
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