Definition of pedal for English Language Learners. : 1  a flat piece of metal, rubber, etc., that you push with your foot to make a machine move, work, or stop. : 2  a lever on a piano, organ, etc., that you push with your foot to make or change a sound.
In Rome, the capital of Italy, they speak Italian. actually Rome was founded in the 700 B.C.'s so Italian wasn't a language Romans spoke all Latin.
Language. While many people in Rome speak English, don't assume the person you are approaching with a question does. In general, Romans are a proud people and some may think you're rude to ask them a question in English.