¿Conoces estas palabras? Todas vienen del latín y se usan para hablar de una cantidad de meses determinada. Si hablas inglés, conoces "semester" pero, ¿el inglés usa el significado original de esta palabra?

Curiosidades sobre el español y su cultura

Trimestre, cuatrimestre y semestre

n this episode I will break down three ways to become more confident as a Spanish speaker.

 If you're ready to take your Spanish to the next level do get in touch to book a trial lesson here: https://teach.italki.com/teacher/2112111

Spanish in the Workplace

#3: Three Ways To Improve Your Confidence (Spanish)

Learn about the things we all need to keep us alive. Download a free worksheet! https://lovelangwri.com/2022/07/05/requirements-for-human-life-beginner-english/

For the Love of Language and Writing

Requirements for Human Life | Beginner English

【！】 請留意，如零基礎須先聽之前的三集， 需時約五分鐘 ♪

【ご注意】広東語が初めての方は、ぜひ前の3つのエピソードからお聴きください。所要時間は約5分です。

前の3回で、ゼロからすでに10個の基本単語を学びました。
では、ここから第1回「応用編」に入りましょう！

文型：___ ___ が ___ ___ ___ したい。　　　
句式 : ___ ___ 想___ ___ ___ 呀。

シチュエーション：
ある香港のとても忙しい会社での面接会場。面接官のAmyは非常に多忙で、彼女の部下2人が休憩スペースで話しています。

今日は面接者が多すぎて、Amyがとても忙しいことや、ある応募者が午後7時まで面接を待たされそうになったことに触れています。
（補足：「面接」は香港ではそのまま "interview" とも表現されることがあります）

最近の就職活動は本当に競争が激しくなってきており、広東語が少しでも話せる応募者は確かに有利だよね、という会話です。

以下は部下の一人が言ったフレーズです。基本の文型から始めて、
一緒に自然な広東語の発音を練習していきましょう！

文型：___ ___ が ___ ___ ___ したい
句式 : ___ ___ 想___ ___ ___ 呀。
（粵拼）___ ___ soeng2 ___ ___ ___ aa3　　　

Amy 想開始呀。
Amy soeng2 hoi1 ci2 aa3
（意味）「Amy は始めたいと思っている。」

Amy 想七點開始呀。
Amy soeng2 cat1 dim2 hoi1 ci2 aa3
「Amy は7時に始めたいと思っている。」

Amy 差啲想七點開始呀。
Amy caa1 di1 soeng2 cat1 dim2 hoi1 ci2 aa3
「Amy はもう少しで7時に始めようとしていた。」

Amy 差啲想七點開始 interview 呀。
Amy caa1 di1 soeng2 cat1 dim2 hoi1 ci2 interview aa3
「Amy は7時に面接を始めようとしていた（ところだった）。」

Chloe🔥港式粵語 實用! 易學! 高效!

【日本語版付き・ぜひ前の3つのエピソードからお聴きください ♪】場景應用篇１  句式 : ___想___ 呀 ** 請先閱讀「单集描述」再聽 ＜零基礎須先聽之前的三集， 需時約五分鐘＞

矛 máo：spear; lance; pike，A type of ancient Chinese weapon
盾 dùn：A shield for protecting the body
自相矛盾[zì xiāng máo dùn]：oneself/each other/spear/shield，to contradict oneself 
夸赞kuā zàn：praise;commend 
质问 zhì wèn：query;inter pellate;question;call to account
哑口无言 yǎ kǒu w yán：Have nothing to say for oneself; be dumbfounded

乐读中文 (Lè Dú Zhōngwén) - "Joyful Chinese Stories"

自相矛盾[zì xiāng máo dùn]

An introduction to a very popular verb "to like" (aimer) in combination with activities and things. We also cover the basics of asking questions.
Happy studying!

Learn Basic French Podcast

Episode 4: J'aime le français (I like French)

A lecture from a book called, Io sono Doc Holliday by Robert W. Kepps Italian Edition (1972) Longanesi Editore.

Enjoy

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I podcast secondo San Luca

Io Sono Doc Holliday - I Podcast Secondo San Luca

CHISTES MEXICANOS

DEFINICIONES DE MATRIMONIO.

Negotiations are a dance – a balance between collaboration and advocating for your position. Confidence is, of course, key, and the language you use plays a crucial role in conveying it. 

Here's how to harness the power of words in three key areas:

1. Framing & Highlighting Value:

Start Strong: Open with a positive, confident statement that positions your value. Instead of "We're happy to discuss this opportunity," try "Our solution has a proven track record of increasing sales by X%."

Focus on Benefits: Shift the conversation from features to the benefits your offer brings. Don't just say "Our software is user-friendly," explain how it "streamlines workflows and saves your team time."

2. Concession Language with Strength:

Conditional Agreements: Acknowledge their points without conceding defeat. Use phrases like "That's a valid concern. To address it, we can offer..." This shows you're listening while steering the discussion.

"We Can" vs. "We Might": Use strong verbs that project confidence. "We can offer a discount for a bulk order" sounds more assured than "We might be able to consider a discount."

3. Closing the Deal with Clarity:

Active Voice & Ownership: Phrases like "We propose a contract with..." sound stronger than "Perhaps we could have a contract."

Summarize & Confirm: Recap key points and confirm next steps. End with "By finalizing the contract today, we can begin implementation next week"

Confident language isn't about aggression; it's about clear, persuasive communication. By strategically using these tips, you'll project confidence, effectively advocate for your value, and navigate negotiations with power and professionalism.