Useful for becoming acquainted with the colloquial use of "comunque", "appunto", and "proprio".

Bedside Italian

Bedside Italian #6 - Pane integrale e squacquerone!

卖草帽的人是怎么从猴子手里拿回帽子的呢？我们一起听听看！

賣草帽的人是怎麼從猴子手裡拿回帽子的呢？我們一起聽聽看！

好听的中文故事 | 好聽的中文故事 | Great Chinese Stories

卖草帽的人 | 賣草帽的人 

Script 

おはようございます。日本語だんだんポットキャストのゆかりです。

私はいま、日本を出て海外旅行をしています。

駅(えき)やお店(みせ)にいると、
両替(りょうがえ)をしてほしいと、おねがいをする人がいます。

お店の人は、両替をしてあげます。

私は両替ができることに、すこしおどろきました。

なぜなら、日本では、お店で両替できません。

両替とは、お金をかえることです。

大きいお金から、小さいお金にかえます。

小さいお金から、大きいお金にかえます。

これを両替といいます。

「1万円(いちまんえん)を千円札(せんえんさつ)10枚に両替します。」

「すみません、これを両替してもらえますか？」

といいます。

じつは、日本では両替はことわられることがおおいです。

「両替してもらえますか？」

「申し訳ありませんが、両替はできません。」

ということです。

お店では、両替はできません。

お店によっては、大丈夫(だいじょうぶ)なところもあります。

でも、マクドナルドやスターバックスなど、
大きいところはたぶん、両替できません。

では、小さいお金がほしいときは、
どうしましょうか。

私はコンビニなどで、おかしや、コーヒーを買って、
大きいお金ではらいます。

ほかの国にいると、気づくことがたくさんあります。

みなさんの国ではどうですか？

お店で、両替はできますか？

では、今日も最後まで聞いてくれてだんだん、です。

また明日。

Japaneseだんだんpodcast

47. おみせで両替(りょうがえ)はできない/Travel tips/Japaneseだんだんpodcast

Mona and I discuss an enigmatic concept known as the American Dream. What does it mean and what doesn't it mean? How do Americans and non-Americans view it differently? In our conversation, we attempt to tease out some answers.

(By the way, my apologies for the poor sound quality in this episode. I'll certainly do my best to fix it for the next episode!)

Link to episode transcript: https://american-idiom.com/f/004-the-american-dream

***For English learners! - Detailed Vocabulary Lesson begins at 30:50***

Vocabulary and Examples (Starts at 30:50)

“to make it” (used at 2:10, 4:19, 7:09, 9:48, and explained at 31:17)
"to get ahead” (used at 3:01, 3:11, 3:15 and 3:17 and explained at 33:31)
“to get by” (used at 3:09 and explained at 33:53)
“to throw (one)'s hat in the ring” (used at 4:04 and explained at 37:00)
"to wear (something) on your sleeve" (used at 13:28 and explained at 39:01)
“to sell (someone) short” (used at 21:21 and explained at 41:53)
“to be fed up with (something)” (used at 25:56 and explained at 43:53)

Brentoni's English Podcast

004 The American Dream

In todays episode we discuss the Idioms of food

Let's have a chat (Discussions In English) 

Episode 28 : Idioms of food

In this short episode, you will learn the meaning of the term ( Visible )

Engsavvy ( 504 Absolutely Essential Words )

Lesson 3 Word 8 ( Visible ) 

Te dejo con palabras masculinas 
Artículos 
El 
Los 
Un
Unos

H h español Ecuador

Palabras masculinas. Articulos El Los Un Unos+frutas+SER+ Colores 

This is a step-by-step guide to shine during interviews with active listening:

Before the Interview:

Research: Understanding the company culture and the specific role helps you anticipate questions and tailor your responses. This demonstrates focus and genuine interest.
During the Interview:

Minimize Distractions: Silence your phone, arrive early to avoid last-minute jitters, and focus solely on the interviewer.

Power of Presence: Maintain eye contact (not staring) and an open posture that conveys attentiveness.

Listen Verbally and Nonverbally: Pay close attention to the interviewer's words, tone, and body language. A stressed tone might indicate a challenging aspect of the job, while positive body language reflects their enthusiasm.

Engage with Nonverbal Cues:  Use subtle nods and smiles to show you're following along. Leaning in slightly demonstrates genuine interest.

The Art of the Pause: Don't jump in to fill silences. Give the interviewer time to complete their thoughts and gauge their reaction to your responses.

Clarify and Confirm:  When unsure, politely ask clarifying questions. This shows you're engaged and want to understand their expectations clearly.

Paraphrase and Summarize: Briefly restate key points in your own words. This demonstrates comprehension and allows the interviewer to correct any misunderstandings.

Active Listening in Action:  Throughout the interview, weave active listening techniques into your responses.  For example, "That sounds like a very fast-paced environment.  Can you tell me more about the team dynamic?"

After the Interview:

Thank You Note: Reiterate your interest in the role and mention a specific detail gleaned through active listening. This shows you were truly engaged and attentive.
By actively listening, you demonstrate not only strong communication skills but also genuine interest in the company and the role. This sets you apart from other candidates and increases your chances of landing your dream job!
