Explore how to answer this question from the recent IELTS question bank. How can you answer this question by demonstrating effective use of paraphrase and use of idioms?

IELTS Speaking Practice

Paraphrasing - do you like chatting with friends?

첫 팟캐스트로 '제가 일본어를 시작하게된 계기'에 대해서 이야기해보았어요.

script는 아래의 링크에서 보실 수 있습니다.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14p80Nj6JSc0KkTP9OWuzwaztQKBvUZ62/view?usp=sharing


하루 10분 한국어 팟캐스트 with Yuna

Episode 01 : 일본어를 시작하게된 계기 Why did I start learning Japanese?

Vamos a escuchar ejemplos del verbo ahorrar y sus usos más importantes

Natural Spanish Fluency

7/100 AHORRAR 💵 Los 100 verbos más importantes en español

・東北地方の方言「まで」の紹介
・東北のとあるお寺のお住職が手掛けた紫陽花（あじさい）の庭を例に使用法と意味を紹介
・「までだ」「までだこと（までなことですね）」と言ったりする。
・紫陽花（あじさい）について
・まとめ

Nihongo tokidoki Inaka hougen with Megumi Na

Learning Tohoku dialect 「まで」ってどんな意味？東北弁を学ぼう！

¡Hola a todos y bienvenidos a mi podcast Spanish with a Colombian coffee y en este episodio hablaré sobre la Navidad! Hoy te contaré sobre las fascinantes costumbres navideñas que se viven en Colombia, un país lleno de color, alegría y tradiciones.
En Colombia, la Navidad es una época mágica donde las familias se reúnen para celebrar con gran entusiasmo. Una de las tradiciones más representativas y es la novena, una serie de nueve noches de oración y canto para celebrar el nacimiento de Jesús. Cada noche, vecinos y amigos se reúnen en diferentes casas para compartir momentos de reflexión y alegría.
Entusiasmo: es un estado de ánimo muy alegre y de mucha emoción
In English is the noun enthusiasm and is related with an intense and eager enjoyment
La Navidad en Colombia también es sinónimo de música. Los villancicos se escuchan en cada rincón del país, desde las plazas hasta las casas. Canciones como "Mi Burrito Sabanero" se convierten en himnos que unen a grandes y pequeños en una misma melodía.
Melodía: es una secuencia de notas musicales
In English is the word melody and is a sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying
Y, por supuesto, no podemos olvidar la comida. En esta época, las mesas colombianas se llenan de delicias como la lechona, un cerdo relleno de arroz, cocinado con especias y cocido lentamente hasta que la piel se vuelve crujiente. También los buñuelos y la natilla.
buñuelos:  en una masa de harina frita con forma esférica
Natilla: es un flan de leche hecho a base de harina de maíz y sin huevo
Pero lo más importante es el espíritu de unidad y amor que hay en cada hogar colombiano. Las calles se iluminan con luces de colores, las casas se decoran con bellos pesebres y las familias se unen en torno a la fe y la esperanza.
Pesebre: es la representación del nacimiento de Jesús
In English is the word Nativity scene that is a special exhibition representing the birth of Jesus

Spanish with a Colombian coffee

Navidad en Colombia

Beginner Chinese Listening

Asking "How much?" in Chinese

このエピソードでは、オンライン日本語教師として働き始めてからの1年を振り返ります。
子育てと仕事の両立、オンラインレッスンでの出会い、フリーランスとしての挑戦や学び、目標達成までの道のり、そして来年に向けた新しい目標についてお話ししています

In this episode, I reflect on my first year as an online Japanese language teacher.
I talk about balancing work and parenting, meaningful connections with students, challenges of freelancing, lessons learned, reaching my goals, and what I hope to work on in the coming year.

Hyakuchji Japanese podcast 🇯🇵

EP＃９　１年のふりかえり　

In a job interview you switch to English and .. you're gone..

Υоu саn соnfіdеntlу аrtісulаtе уоur ѕtrеngthѕ іn уоur mоthеr tоnguе, уеt thе mоmеnt уоu ѕwіtсh tо Еnglіѕh іn а jоb іntеrvіеw, уоur rеаl ѕеlf ѕееmѕ tо vаnіѕh. 

Аftеr 20,000 hоurѕ wоrkіng wіth mаnаgеrѕ аnd VРѕ, І’vе dіѕсоvеrеd thе bоttlеnесk іѕn’t vосаbulаrу оr grаmmаr—іt’ѕ а dіѕсоnnесtіоn frоm thе сараblе Self уоu аlrеаdу оwn іn уоur nаtіvе lаnguаgе. 

Тhіѕ роdсаѕt ѕhоwѕ уоu а ѕіmрlе, еуе-ореnіng ехреrіmеnt: ехрrеѕѕ уоur vаluе іn уоur mоthеr tоnguе fіrѕt, thеn іn Еnglіѕh, tо unсоvеr whаt’ѕ rеаllу hоldіng уоu bасk. 

Ѕtор lеаrnіng Еnglіѕh, ѕtаrt rеunіtіng wіth уоur mоthеr tоnguе ѕеlf thаt саn ѕреаk Еnglіѕh fluеntlу.

🎙 One-Minute Speaking Challenge by Anatoly Glazkov – Voice Unlock Method™

Feeling running away during a job interview in English? 

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you on your upskilling journey:

1. Self-Assessment
Identify Your Strengths: Pinpoint your existing skills and areas of expertise.
Recognize Skill Gaps: Determine which skills are lacking or need improvement.
Align with Career Goals: Ensure your upskilling efforts align with your long-term career aspirations.

2. Research Industry Trends
Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry developments, emerging technologies, and market demands.
Identify Relevant Skills: Determine which skills are in high demand within your field.
Analyze Job Descriptions: Study job postings to understand required skills and qualifications.

3. Create a Learning Plan
Set Clear Goals: Define specific upskilling objectives and desired outcomes.
Choose Learning Methods: Select suitable learning methods, such as online courses, workshops, or certifications.
Allocate Time: Create a dedicated schedule for learning to ensure consistency.

4. Access Learning Resources
Online Platforms: Explore platforms like iTalki, Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning for a vast array of courses.
Industry Associations: Leverage resources offered by professional organizations.
Mentorship and Networking: Seek guidance from experienced professionals.

5. Practice and Apply
Hands-On Experience: Apply newly acquired skills to real-world projects or challenges.
Build a Portfolio: Showcase your skills through a portfolio of completed work.
Seek Feedback: Request input from mentors or colleagues to identify areas for improvement.
6. Continuous Learning
Stay Curious: Maintain a thirst for knowledge and explore new subjects.
Adapt to Change: Embrace new technologies and industry trends.
Lifelong Learning: Make continuous learning a habit for sustained career growth.

Remember, upskilling is an ongoing process. By investing time and effort in your professional development, you increase your value to employers and enhance your job security.