龙凤呈祥[lóng fèng chéng xiáng]：dragon/phenix/assume/propitious; lucky. Dragon and Phoenix bring prosperity and in extremely good fortune.
吉祥物 jí xiáng wù：mascot
代表 dài biǎo：delegate;representative
温柔 wēn róu：gentle and soft
预示 yù shì：portend;indicate;presage
通常 tōng cháng：general;usual;normal
庆祝 qìng zhù：celebrate
婚礼 hūn lǐ：wedding
团圆 tuán yuán：reunion
例如eg: 祝福龙凤呈祥,新婚快乐。zhùfú lóng fèng chéng xiáng , xīn hūn kuài lè 。
               祝福您事业顺利，龙凤呈祥！zhùfú nín shì yè shùn lì,lóng fèng chéng xiáng ！
                龙的传人过龙年,龙凤呈祥庆团圆!
                lóngde chuánrén guò lóng nián , lóng fèng chéng xiáng qìng tuányuán !


“龙”年中国话（“ lóng ” nián zhōng guó huà）

龙凤呈祥[lóng fèng chéng xiáng]

Please check out the first words in Swedish. Listen and repeat. Here you will learn some colors, numbers, common verbs, nouns, seasons, months, daily routine words and hobbies. Stay tuned for more podcasts. You can also check out my other podcast for intermediate and advanced learner. 

Just Started Learning Swedish/A1 Svenskan  

The First Words in Swedish 

Script 

おはようございます。
日本語だんだんポッドキャストのゆかりです。

みなさん、はじめまして。

今日のポットキャストでは、自己紹介をします。

私は日本語の先生です。
名前はゆかりといいます。

学校ではなく、オンラインのアイトーキで、日本語を教えています。

私は日本の大阪、出身です。
でも、いまは日本の一番北にある、北海道に住んでいます。

日本の歴史や、ことばが好きです。

世界中のたくさんの人と、話すことも好きです。

私も英語やドイツ語を勉強しています。

新しい言葉を勉強するとき、

"聞くこと"はとても大切です。

私はそう思っています。

なので、このポットキャストをはじめました。ぜひ、何度も聞いて、声に出して、話してみてください。

自然な日本語で話します。
教科書とはちがうかもしれません。

みなさんに、日本語が楽しい！と思ってもらえると、嬉しいです。

それでは、今日も最後まで聞いてくれて、だんだん、です。

また明日。

-Today's Keyword-

□自己紹介(じこしょうかい)

self-introduction

□何度も(なんども)

many times

□自然な(しぜんな)

natural

Japaneseだんだんpodcast

1.はじめまして/Japanese だんだんpodcast 

In this episode we'll talk about speaking in general. We'll also look at it in the context of exams. Then you'll have an exciting opportunity to produce your own answer and compare it with mine . 

Vlad's teaching tales

Speaking(IELTS example)

Here's how to stop making the same mistake...

LEARN BY LISTENING

STOP MAKING THE SAME MISTAKES

When it comes to memorizing vocabulary, there are several effective techniques you can employ. I am exploring some of them

Background Method:
This technique draws inspiration from the “memory palace” concept. Imagine placing new words or images representing those words in specific rooms within your mental palace. By associating words with spatial locations, you ground them in context. 
Process Words Deeply:
Instead of merely rote memorization, engage with the words deeply. Understand their meanings, etymology, and usage. Create mental connections by linking them to related concepts or personal experiences. 
Associate Words with Mental Images:
Visualize the word’s meaning. Create vivid mental images related to the word. Associating words with images enhances memory retention.
Review Words at Spaced Intervals:
Spaced repetition is a powerful technique. Instead of cramming, review words at regular intervals. Use flashcards or language-learning apps that incorporate spaced repetition algorithms. 
Use Mnemonics:
Create mnemonic devices to remember challenging words. Mnemonics can be acronyms, rhymes, or visual associations. 
Practice with Vocabulary Apps and Games:
Interactive apps and games make learning fun. Explore platforms like Duolingo, Memrise, or Quizlet. Gamified exercises reinforce vocabulary and keep you motivated.
Have a Dedicated Vocabulary Notebook:
Maintain a vocabulary journal. Write down new words, their meanings, and example sentences. Regularly review and revise your notebook. The act of writing reinforces memory.
Immerse Yourself in the Language:
Surround yourself with the target language. Read books, watch movies, listen to podcasts, and follow native speakers on social media. Remember, consistency and creativity are key. Experiment with different techniques to find what works best for you. 

Like a Chameleon

Memory Techniques

Have you been promoted at work for your great ideas? 

While we all have good ideas, sadly, most of them never see the light of day. People keep their ideas to themselves for many reasons. Perhaps they don’t like speaking up in meetings or feel overburdened by work and don’t want to invite more work. Maybe they’ve brought up ideas at work before, and others didn’t seem interested or even discouraged them. After all, most people don’t recognize the potential of an idea at first.

But of course, we all benefit from good ideas. In the workplace, they can lead to the creation of entirely new products and services, an easier way to do something, time saved, or countless other benefits.

Tune in to this episode of the Express to Impress podcast to find out how to present ideas successfully.  You’ll advance your career in no time! 

Episode originally published January 22, 2021.

Express to Impress

How to Present Ideas Successfully

To express your daily routine in Chinese, to say time and  4 skills to learn a language

Basic communication conversations

第六课 听说读写  lesson 6 listening, speaking, reading, writting

British food has a bad reputation. It's often considered boring, uninspiring, and tasteless. But it hasn't always been this way. Discover what role William the Conqueror, Henry VIII, The French Revolution and Colonialism all played in making British food taste the way it does.