Italy: primary language is Italian — English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere.
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The primary language in Italy is Italian.
English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere. Common in major cities and tourist areas, but lower than you might expect for Western Europe outside those zones.
Learning "hello," "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "the check please" in the local language goes a long way anywhere, including Italy — locals consistently appreciate the effort.
Yes — an offline translation app is genuinely useful in Italy, especially outside major tourist areas.