Beginner Chinese Listening

Level up your Chinese listening! This channel, crafted for HSK 5 & 5+ learners, covering business, news, culture, tech, etc. Each episode comes with transcripts and vocab notes (contact me). 

HSK 5 & Superior Soundscapes

Intermediate Chinese Listening

No More Getting Lost in Chinese Learning

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아 맞다! 우산을 깜빡했네!
Oh, right! I forgot my umbrella!
아 맞다! 핸드폰 충전해야 돼!
Oh, right! I should charge my phone!

아 맞다! 뭐예요? 
What is “아 맞다!” in Korean? 

“Ah!" is an exclamation used when someone realizes something suddenly. Simple, right?

Then what about "맞다"(matda)?
Actually, "맞다" is a verb that means "to correspond or match with something else without conflicting in action, opinion, or situation."
In English, you could say "It's correct. It’s right."
However, Korean people use the expression "맞다" when suddenly remembering something.
If you realize something you forget and you remember it, 
you can say "아, 맞다!"

Don’t forget this!
아 맞다!

Here's a caution!
"맞다" is not an adjective but a verb.
In the case of Korean verbs, '-는다' should be added instead of '-다' to form "맞는다" (matneunda).
However, Koreans use "맞다" more often.
It may be grammatically incorrect, but it's used this way most of the time.


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한 걸음씩(One Step At A Time)

Korean expression "O OO!" only you don't know

In this episode, I will simply introduce you to the purpose of my podcast. I hope to inspire intermediate to advance language speakers to reconnect with the meaningful aspects of language learning and maintenance. 

Meaningful Language Learning

Meaningful Language Learning-Introduction

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#131〉11月2日水曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/12℃ 

札幌市/さっぽろし
大通公園/おおどおりこうえん
・冬の前に花壇を撤去する作業
・毎年春に、公園の中に30箇所ぐらいの花壇を設置
・手作業で撤去した


［単語］
花壇/かだん…花がある場所
撤去/てっきょ…かたづける
作業/さぎょう…仕事
箇所/かしょ…場所の数える方法。一箇所、二箇所、三箇所。
設置/せっち…置く
手作業/てさぎょう…手を使って仕事をする


北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#131〉11月2日水曜日　大通公園でお花を撤去


Job insecurity is the feeling of uncertainty or anxiety about the continued existence of your employment. It's the opposite of job security, where there's confidence your position is stable. Job insecurity can be triggered by actual threats like company restructuring, economic downturns, or technological advancements, or it can be a perceived threat based on factors like short-term contracts, limited job control, or a lack of clear career advancement opportunities.

While the fear of job loss might be the main concern, job insecurity goes beyond that. It encompasses feelings of powerlessness, a lack of control over your future, and potential negative consequences like stress, anxiety, and decreased motivation. This can impact not just employee well-being but also company performance through lower productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover.

Job insecurity is a complex issue with various causes and effects. Understanding it allows businesses to create a work environment that fosters security and reduces employee anxiety. This can involve providing clear communication about company goals and employee roles, offering opportunities for professional development, and promoting work-life balance initiatives. By addressing job insecurity, businesses can create a more stable and productive workforce. 

A business coach, like myself, can be a valuable asset in combating job insecurity within a company. They can work with managers to develop transparent communication strategies, ensuring employees understand their roles and the company's direction. Additionally, the coach can guide managers in crafting career development plans for employees, fostering a sense of growth and opportunity. By creating a culture that values continuous learning and clear communication, business coaches empower employees and mitigate the anxieties associated with job insecurity.

The Global Professional Podcast

Job Insecurity - Episode 101

Continuamos aprendiendo vocabulario relacionado a la comida peruana. Información sobre el choclo.
Transcripción disponible en: https://conpedepatria.wordpress.com/?p=1616
¡Gracias por escuchar!

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2. El choclo

여러분은 어떤 가수를 가장 좋아하세요?
저는 옛날부터 지드래곤이라는 가수의 팬이었어요.
그리고 또 2NE1이라는 그룹을 정말 좋아했어요.
What song did you often listen to long ago? :)

Yejin's Podcast for Korean Learners

Who is your favorite 가수?

l'olio, i verbi 2osservare, guardare, vedere", un libro, un film, un cinema speciale.....

la Rubrica di Simona

🍁L'AUTUNNO DELLA RUBRICA🍁

Shadowing and Accent Reduction (with transcript)

Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HmJI980xuZkRVLBJMCJYksudZE5dFstY/view?usp=drivesdk