こんにちは! Today's topic is Japanese abbreviation (like the shortcut of vocabularies). It's not just コンビニ(konbini)!

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

Scripts, key vocabularies and flashcards set of this episode are here:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/slow-japanese-26-63570738?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copy_to_clipboard&utm_campaign=postshare

Slow Japanese

Episode #26 - Japanese abbreviation


These various expressions for affirmation encompass a wide range of tones and levels of formality. In everyday conversation, a simple "yes" or "yeah" suffices, and a touch of informality may be added with "sure" or "absolutely." When assurance is absolute, phrases like "without a doubt, yes" and "most definitely" leave no room for ambiguity. In informal settings, a resounding agreement might be expressed with "you bet" or "hell yeah," and a casual "totally" or "yup" carries a similar sentiment. For matters necessitating decorum, a formal approach may entail phrases like "I wholeheartedly agree" or "indeed," while "I concur" and "affirmative" maintain a level of professionalism. Politeness sweetens the agreement in expressions such as "I'd be happy to" and "that sounds wonderful," demonstrating eagerness to comply. A touch of wit adds a layer of humor to the affirmation, as seen in expressions like "in a New York minute" or "is the Pope Catholic?" In more refined circles, the upper class might communicate their agreement with endearing phrases like "absolutely, my dear" or "most assuredly," maintaining a level of warmth. For royalty, an affirmation is conveyed with grace and respect, as in "by all means, Your Majesty" or "it would be my honor, Your Highness," underscoring the formal nature of the response. Ultimately, the choice of expression hinges on the context and the level of decorum required for the situation at hand.

LEARN BY LISTENING

How To Say 'YES' in Various English Registers

CHISTES MEXICANOS

LAS REPRESALIAS DE UNA MUJER FURIOSA.

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3. The Internet and it's impact Question 5.

What will be the next big development online?

Linking words: first of all,  besides, moreover, in addition.

Relevant vocabulary: Power, running, automatically, pay, companies, manufacturing, AI (Artificial Intelligence),ordering, items online, email internet, technology, expert, ability, connect, computers, smartphones, TV, fridges, electronic devices, gadgets, cloud networks, connection.

What will you story be like once using these ideas presented in the recording?

Let me know how I can help you develop fearl-less type speaking, confidence in your ideas and to help you have more ideas on what to say when answering IELTS part 1,2 and 3 questions.

See you in an hour.

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3. The Internet and it's impact Q5.

In der zweiten Episode von "DU & DEUTSCH" erfährst du von den verrücktesten Gesetzen, die in Deutschland existieren. Hättest du gedacht, dass der Ausbrauch aus einem Gefängnis bei uns absolut legal ist? Noch mehr unglaubliche Geschichten hörst du in dieser Folge.

DU & DEUTSCH

Unglaubliche Gesetze in Deutschland | DU & DEUTSCH

アニメ「鋼の錬金術師(はがねのれんきんじゅつし)」についてしょうかいしました。
#Japanese #anime #manga #fullmetalalchemist

Nihongo Radio with ANIME SENSEI

#2 Summary of "Fullmetal Alchemist" in Japanese

Hey guys, this is Aneleh, your favorite Portuguese tutor. In today’s podcast we’ll talk about: Portuguese/English false friends part 5.
Before I start, everything that I say here will be in the podcast description for you to read, you just need to click on this link: 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10ZR6cef2zcyZkiN5XNJ6Zlj-bS3f_M8RaAK14GrxsQ8/edit?usp=sharing
And  if you’re an advanced student you can skip directly to the Portuguese part at one minute and thirty seconds. 
Let 's go? 


Portuguese Drops 

Portuguese/English false friends (5)

Spanish México

TENOCHTITLÁN EPISODIO 4.

¿Tú cómo aprendiste tu idioma materno? Escuchando e interactuando con tu familia ¿sí o sí? ¿Por qué te planteo esta pregunta? Porque una de mis estudiantes me ha preguntado esta semana ¿cómo voy a aprender español en la inmersión si mi nivel es A1 por no decir A0? 