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Visitors with a notebook practice Italian in Florence’s Iris Garden amid spring blooms

Florence in spring transforms into a giardino in fiore, a garden in bloom. This guide explores the most stunning and accessible gardens opening their gates with the season’s first blossoms. From the regal avenues of Boboli Gardens to the hidden giardini segreti of Bardini, and the fleeting blooms of the Iris Garden and Rose Garden, each offers a unique cultural experience. Visitors will discover not only vibrant flowers and panoramic views of Florence, but also chances to immerse in la lingua italiana – the Italian language – through every stroll, sign, and conversation. Enjoy a spring journey where nature and language learning blossom together under the Tuscan sun.

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Two older men talking at an outdoor café terrace in Florence in spring, with wisteria flowers and the Duomo in the background.

Spring in Italy arrives with blooming flowers, unpredictable weather, and a renewed zest for life. International visitors often notice Italians using colorful phrases to describe this vibrant season. In this article, we explore a curated selection of Italian idioms, sayings, and proverbs related to springtime – touching on the capricious weather, the theme of rebirth, festive moods, and the passage of time. From age-old wisdom about Marzo pazzerello (crazy March) to cheerful Easter expressions, each idiom reveals a piece of Italian culture. Read on to learn their meanings, see how they’re used in context (with a special focus on Florence and Tuscany), and enrich your Italian language skills this spring.

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Young woman drinking coffee at an outdoor café in Florence, a perfect setting for studying Italian and experiencing local culture.

Florence isn’t just an art lover’s dream – it’s also the perfect city to learn Italian. Explore 8 of the best cafés in Florence where students and language enthusiasts can study, do homework, or practice Italian conversation. From cozy bookshop cafés to lively student hangouts, each spot offers a welcoming atmosphere (and great coffee) for immersing yourself in la lingua italiana. Grab a cappuccino and discover your next study hideout in Florence’s café scene.

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