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Antonio Benina

Italian Language Teacher & Culture Educator

Antonio Benina is an Italian language Teacher based in Italy. With over 5 years of full-time teaching experience, Antonio offers online language classes in both small groups and 1-on-1 settings. Additionally, he creates social media content for a global audience of over 500k followers, where he is known as Italian Teacher Tony. Antonio has authored several best-selling books in the teaching category, including "Learn Italian Fast The Right Way" and "Italian Short Stories for Beginners." He is dedicated to making the Italian language as accessible and universal as English. Antonio holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management and a Master’s degree with honors from ESMT Berlin.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management, University of Trento
  • Master in Management, Business School ESMT Berlin

Professional Achievements

  • Built a significant global following by teaching the Italian language to foreigners
  • Professional portfolio includes multiple published books dedicated to Italian linguistics, combining his academic rigor with a modern, digital-first approach to education
  • Fluent in Italian and English, with proficiency in German

Favorite Piece of Advice

Many language learners overestimate what they can achieve in a single month but significantly underestimate the transformation possible in one year. By establishing a consistent method and showing up daily to study progressively, you build the necessary momentum for long-term success. Before you know it, this disciplined habit will lead you to speak Italian with natural fluency.

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