This is a controversial topic, and one that you may have strong views about. 

Today, Nick looks at both sides of this argument to help you with IELTS Speaking Part 3 and Writing Part 2.

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

What are the advantages and disadvantages of animal research?

In Kendrick Lamar's extremely popular song "Not Like Us", he refers to Drake as a ball boy.  What the heck does that mean?  Find out in this episode.

Grammar Without The Rules

Episode Three: Ball Boy

다음을 듣고 [보기]와 같이 물음에 맞는 대답을 고르십시오.

[보기]
가: 친구를 만나요?
나: ______________________________

1) 아니요, 친구예요.
2) 아니요, 친구를 싫어해요.
3) 네, 친구가 아니에요.
4) 네, 친구를 만나요.

1.
1) 네, 2급 교실이 아니에요.
2) 네, 2급 교실이에요.
3) 아니요, 2급 교실이에요.
4) 아니요, 교실이 있어요.
 
2.
1) 네, 한국어 공부가 쉬워요.
2) 네, 한국어를 공부해요.
3) 아니요, 한국어 공부가 쉬워요.
4) 아니요, 한국어 공부가 좋아요.

3.
1) 이번 주에 쉬어요.
2) 다음 주에 가요
3) 주말에 파티에 가요
4) 12월 1일이에요.

4.
1) 공포 영화요.
2) 영화관에 갔어요.
3) 지금 볼 거에요.
4) 친구와 봐요.

5.
1) 백화점에 갔어요.
2) 다음 주에 받을 거에요.
3) 모자요.
4) 신발을 줬어요.











1. 2)   /   2. 1)    /  3. 4)     /  4. 1)    /  5. 3) 

한국어 토픽 듣기 

한국어 토픽 1 듣기

Los idiomas están vivos, y son capaces de adaptarse a las diferentes épocas. Eso hace que muchas palabras se dejen de usar, cambien su significado para hacer referencia a algo más específico y/o relevante, y otras veces da lugar a que se creen nuevas palabras debido a la necesidad de nombrar conceptos o cosas nuevas. 

En este episodio hablo de palabras que, según un artículo que la mayoría de los jóvenes no entendería, ya que son de uso cada vez menos común, a pesar de que yo conozca, e incluso use, muchas de ellas. ¿Quieres saber de que palabras te hablo?

Después de escuchar el episodio no te olvides de pasarte por mi Instagram y decirme que te ha parecido, y…. si tú habías escuchado alguna de las palabras que menciono.

Puedes leer el artículo completo en el periódico “El País”: https://elpais.com/cultura/2023-08-13/pololo-yeye-anda-y-que-te-ondulen-aquellas-palabras-que-decian-tus-abuelos-y-no-entiendes.html


Blanca to go 

105 – Palabras que usaban mis abuelos

In many of the world's richer countries, young adults feel they can't afford to start a family. They also see the idea of buying a house as an impossible dream.

So, they're going on holiday instead!

And Elizabeth Currid-Halkett from the University of Southern California told CNN that young people are happy to take on some debt to go on a trip.

That's because it feels like a very small amount of debt compared to the cost of college or a house.

In fact, a May 2024 survey by US money website WalletHub found that two out of five Americans agree: they think it's worth going into debt to be able to have a good vacation.

Some call it "doom spending" — spending money on short-term pleasure, not saving it for something bigger in the future.

People point to the fact that house prices have increased much faster than wages, and so young adults today feel that saving for a home isn't realistic.

They feel the money would be better spent on a nice vacation.

There are also airlines that let customers book a flight but pay for it later, something that may appeal to these younger travelers.

However, experts say doom spending is a risky way to use your money, especially if it becomes a habit.

Money expert Louise Hill told Sky News that spending on short-term pleasure also makes it even harder to save for big things in life like a house or a family.

She said: "By the time you've saved enough for it, think about whether you still really want it."

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Many Americans Happy to Go into Debt for a Vacation

🇸🇦🇨🇳Xi Jinping is currently in Saudi Arabia to meet with the Saudi head of state and crown prince. Today, we'll look at the news and talk about the "One Belt, One Road" initiative. I'm also looking for someone to talk about news on a podcast, so sign up!

🇸🇦🇨🇳習近平現在在沙烏地阿拉伯會見沙國的首長、王儲，我們今天就要來看這則新聞，也會討論「一帶一路」。我也在找人一起在播客中討論新聞，歡迎報名！

🇸🇦🇨🇳习近平现在在沙乌地阿拉伯会见沙国的首长、王储，我们今天就要来看这则新闻，也会讨论「一带一路」。我也在找人一起在播客中讨论新闻，欢迎报名！

[00:00] introduction
[03:33] explanation
[14:34] discussion 

来源/來源：https://world.huanqiu.com/article/4AmyP3k9zyo
https://youtu.be/s-glW3oBj9I


News with zhe

#42同阿拉伯国家共建“一带一路”

Serbia offers a lot of attractions and one of them is the monuntain Tara🏔⛰, perfect for the winter vacation. Let's learn something about it! 😊
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!😍
If you like this podcast, please contact me for the transcript.🧾
See you in class!🤗


SERBIAN TO GO

Зимовање на планини Тари (Србија) – Zimovanje na planini Tari (Srbija) (B1 and above)

In this episode, Karen & 柏威chatted about some short but useful sentences you can use in practical scenarios, such as “how was it,” “did you have a good time,” “i’m sorry for your loss...”

Let’s get studyin’!

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Take your Chinese small talk to the next level

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hPVb0tgpX93Bh0-8iPLq5wccrqY2ZDae/view?usp=drivesdk