In this episode of English Learners Boost, Teacher Ian — a licensed professional science teacher and English tutor — explores how your tone can completely change the meaning of what you say. Discover real-life examples, practical tips, and an inspiring story that shows how mastering your tone can boost your confidence and clarity in English. Plus, learn how to experience Ian’s unique teaching style by booking a lesson on iTalki!

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Tone Matters: How Your Voice Can Change the Meaning

こんにちは！ホラー映画(えいが)にはルールがあるのを知(し)っていましたか？
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Episode #79 - Horror Film Rules?

When you take your IELTS speaking exam, there is a strong possibility that in part 2 you might have to describe a piece of art you like, so it’s best to prepare and go into your exam with a work of art you can talk about up your sleeve. You should also try to slip a few idioms in. See if you can spot the idioms I use in this podcast.

In this podcast I’m going to imagine I’m in an IELTS exam part 2, and I have to talk about a work of art.

OK, let’s make a start. The work of art I’m going to talk about is the Mona Lisa.

First, I’d like to mention who created it. The Mona Lisa was painted by Leonardo Da Vinci.

Now, I’d like to tell you about the first time I encountered it. We were studying the history of art in junior high, and my group had to talk about the Mona Lisa.

Next, I’d like to give you a little bit of the painting’s history. It is thought that Leonardo Da Vinci painted The Mona Lisa in Florence, Italy between 1503 and 1506. However, it has been suggested that Leonardo worked on the painting as late as 1517. It is painted in oil on a white canvas and has been on display at The Louvre museum in Paris since 1797.

Finally, let’s talk about why I like it. I love this painting because it’s both unusual and beautiful. Furthermore, it is said to be one of the most valuable paintings in the world, and may be worth as much as one billion dollars. In other words, it costs an arm and a leg! However, I don’t just like it because it’s expensive, I find it aesthetically pleasing, too. Also, the woman seems very mysterious. Sometimes she looks happy, and at other times she looks sad. It’s almost as if she is alive! I think this painting is one in a million and painters like Leonardo Da Vinci come along once in a blue moon.

Did you spot the idioms I used? That’s right: up your sleeve, costs an arm and a leg, one in a million, and once in a blue moon. Now take the quiz that comes with this podcast, and don’t forget to book a lesson with me!

IELTS Speaking Practice

IELTS speaking part 2: ART - The Mona Lisa

In this episode of Streetwise English Podcast, I talk about new years resolutions and goals. My teacher profile: https://italki.com/teacher/1947582 Thanks for listening!

Streetwise English

SWE #108 New Years Goals 2023

Let's delve into the word Calm. We will continue with a Q and A, followed by five different sentence variations. Namaste. 

Joy to Our World

I am calm! 

Millones de personas en México enfrentan cortes de agua, aunque la ley dice cómo debe usarse este recurso. En este episodio, reflexionamos sobre la situación del país y practicamos el subjuntivo presente con expresiones como “Espero que el gobierno cumpla con su responsabilidad”. Ideal para pensar, aprender y mejorar tu español.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uU2KMUvylGC6ikzZgPb5x2AOdZWIxx2aPYh4wCb8zdc/edit?usp=sharing



Subjuntivo en Contexto B1 B2 

Escasez de Agua en México  B1, B2  (Con transcripción y ejercicios) 

Title: The Woman Who Shrinks

Why does a capable woman feel smaller the moment she switches languages?
This episode uncovers the hidden reason confidence collapses in English — and how to reconnect with the version of you who leads effortlessly.

You’ll hear a story, a truth, and a reframe that might just bring your voice back home.

You can explore this work privately through my italki profile.
I review every application personally and only accept students I believe I can truly help.

I’m not here to chase clients—I’m here to catalyze transformations.
If this speaks to you, take the first step. I’ll know if it’s aligned.

“The Pro Behind the Words” - You don’t need new words. You need the REAL YOU who speaks them.

The Woman Behind the Words

ALL ABOUT TURKıSH

B1 podcast

全家福

今年，我们拍了一张全家福。我们一家人，爷爷、奶奶、爸爸、妈妈、哥哥、姐姐、弟弟和妹妹都在照片里。还有我们的两个孩子，一个儿子，一个女儿。猫和狗也在照片里。

照片中，爷爷和奶奶坐在椅子上，爸爸和妈妈站在他们的后面。哥哥和弟弟站在左边，姐姐和妹妹站在右边。拍照的时候，大家都很开心。

坐          zuò              Sit
椅子      yǐ zi              Chair
站         zhàn             Stand
后面     hòu miàn    Behind
左边     zuǒ bian      Left side
右边     yòu bian      Right side
开心     kāi xīn          Happy

1.今年，他们拍了一张什么照片？
a) 风景照
b) 全家福
c) 朋友合影
d) 个人照
2.照片里有几个人？
a) 6个人
b) 8个人
c) 10个人
d) 12个人
3.照片里坐在椅子上的人是谁？
a) 爸爸和妈妈
b) 哥哥和姐姐
c) 爷爷和奶奶
d) 弟弟和妹妹
4.照片中，站在爷爷奶奶后面的是谁？
a) 哥哥和弟弟
b) 爸爸和妈妈
c) 姐姐和妹妹
d) 儿子和女儿