I grew up in Rome, Italy until I was 15 when we moved back to North Georgia. I worked very hard to maintain my fluency and accent, making sure to speak with my two Roman brother-in-laws as much as possible, and visiting them when I could. I call my sister and two Roman nephews weekly and chat with them in Italian and English (so we can both stay sharp).
I love the Italian language and culture, but my dialect and slang is very Roman (which is a good thing!) so there may be some phrases...
I grew up in Rome, Italy until I was 15 when we moved back to North Georgia. I worked very hard to maintain my fluency and accent, making sure to speak with my two Roman brother-in-laws as much as possible, and visiting them when I could. I call my sister and two Roman nephews weekly and chat with them in Italian and English (so we can both stay sharp).
I love the Italian language and culture, but my dialect and slang is very Roman (which is a good thing!) so there may be some phrases that you learn that only a child growing up in the streets of Rome would teach you!
I lived in Rome from 4-15 years old and learned by speaking with my friends and watching Italian TV.
If you want someone to speak with conversationally in Italian to perfect your skills, I would love to chat with you!
