In todays episode we discuss the Idioms used with color in our daily lives.

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Episode 26 : Idioms of color

"T'as la ref?", c'est une expression française et aussi le thème de cette saison 6 de My Polyglot Life en français, un podcast en français avancé pour aider les apprenant.e.s de niveau intermédiaire-supérieur et avancé à se perfectionner en français, sans stresser. 

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T'as la ref? Une série pour mieux comprendre les références culturelles

有点 (yǒudiǎn) and 一点 (yīdiǎn) both translate to "a little" or "slightly" in English. However, they are used slightly differently in Chinese.

有点 (yǒudiǎn) is used to describe a small amount or degree of something. It is often used to describe an adjective or an adjective phrase. For example:

这个电影有点好看 (zhège diànyǐng yǒudiǎn hǎokàn) means "this movie is a little bit good-looking."
这个饭有点辣 (zhège fàn yǒudiǎn là) means "this meal is a little spicy."
一点 (yīdiǎn) is used to describe a small amount or degree of something, but it is often used to describe a noun or a verb. For example:

我想吃一点苹果 (wǒ xiǎng chī yīdiǎn píngguǒ) means "I want to eat a little bit of apples."
我会说一点中文 (wǒ huì shuō yīdiǎn zhōngwén) means "I can speak a little bit of Chinese."
In general, 一点 (yīdiǎn) is more commonly used than 有点 (yǒudiǎn) in Chinese. However, both can be used to describe a small amount or degree of something, and the choice between them depends on the context and the specific word or phrase that they are modifying.

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有点 (yǒudiǎn) VS 一点 (yīdiǎn) 

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Expresiones idiomáticas en español 

UN OJO DE LA CARA

The Fox and the Crow is one of Aesop's Fables, numbered 124 in the Perry Index. There are early Latin and Greek versions and the fable may even have been portrayed on an ancient Greek vase.[1] The story is used as a warning against listening to flattery.

In the fable a crow has found a piece of cheese and retired to a branch to eat it. A fox, wanting it for himself, flatters the crow, calling it beautiful and wondering whether its voice is as sweet to match. When it lets out a caw, the cheese falls and is devoured by the fox.

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سیمرغ (Persian short stories + vocab)

روباه و زاغ (fox and crow)

Using Spoken Discourse Markers for IELTS Speaking

Discourse markers, such as "well," "so," "you know," and "I mean," are common in everyday speech. These words and phrases help guide conversations, signal a change in thought, or give the speaker time to think. For IELTS Speaking, using discourse markers effectively can enhance your fluency and coherence, making your responses more natural and organized.

Here are some key ways to use spoken discourse markers during the IELTS Speaking exam:

Starting Your Response: Using markers like "well" or "actually" can give you a moment to collect your thoughts before answering a question. For example, if asked about your favorite hobby, you could begin with, "Well, I really enjoy painting because it's relaxing."

Organizing Ideas: Words such as "firstly," "secondly," and "finally" can help structure your response when explaining something in detail. This makes it easier for the examiner to follow your ideas.

Clarifying and Rephrasing: Discourse markers like "I mean" or "in other words" are useful for clarifying points or rephrasing if you feel your initial response wasn’t clear enough. For instance, "In other words, I think traveling teaches us valuable life skills."

Filling Pauses: Using phrases like "you know" or "let me think" can fill pauses naturally, preventing awkward silences during your speaking test.

However, it's essential not to overuse discourse markers, as it can make your speech sound unnatural. Practice using them in moderation to sound fluent and confident in your responses.

IELTS Speaking Practice

IELTS Speaking - using discourse markers

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
4月27日水曜日　天気/くもり 　気温/12℃ 

・ 27日から28日、日本海側を中心に強風、海がしける
・ 予想される最大瞬間風速は、
・ 日本海側と太平洋側の陸上と海上、それにオホーツク海側の海上で30メートル
・ オホーツク海側の陸上で25メートル

［単語］
日本海/にほんかい…北海道の西にある海
太平洋/たいへいよう…北海道の南東（なんとう）にある海
オホーツク海/おほーつくかい…北海道の北東（ほくとう）にある海

しける…海が大きく動く
最大瞬間風速/さいだいしゅんかんふうそく… 1番速い風の速さ
陸上/りくじょう
海上/かいじょう

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北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#47〉4月27日水曜日　日本海側中心に強風に注意

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