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ADEL ALBANNA: A PROFISSIONAL ARABIC TEACHER

Yemeni dialect  in the taxi 

Todos conocen los toros pero, ¿conoces los reclutadores ¿Qué me dices de concursos como el lanzamiento de huesos de aceituna? En este episodio os cuento las tradiciones más extrañas que tenemos en España. ¿Te gustaría participar en alguna?

Se armó la Marimorena - Spanish Podcast

Tradiciones raras en España

This episode introduces three idioms that use the word rose. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.

Idiom Corner

Rose

What does it feel like to return to Korea after living abroad for 2.5 years? 

In this episode, I share my personal journey of coming home, experiencing the excitement at the airport, the comfort of family, and the surprises of modern Korea. 

From navigating health check-ups and renewing my driver’s license to the simple joy of walking familiar streets, this story blends nostalgia with new discoveries. Whether you’re a Korean learner, expat, or just love heartfelt stories, you’ll find something to connect with here. 

Learn about the meaning of “장롱면허,” the unique aspects of Korean healthcare, and why walking in Korea feels so special. Plus, get tips for expats and language learners alike.

The Jung Studio

Korean Podcast | Coming Home After 2.5 Years

▼Script
週末、美容院に行ったよー！半年くらい前にボブにしてもうボブが楽(らく)すぎて楽すぎて...。いつも行っている美容院があるんだけど、今回は気分転換(てんかん)に違う美容院に行って少し切ってもらう予定だったんだよね。

I went to the hairdresser this weekend! I got a bob about 6 months ago and it's already too easy and comfortable... I have a hair salon that I usually go to, but this time I was going to go to a different one to get it cut a little for a change.

いつもは結(むす)べるギリギリくらいの長さに切ってもらうんだけど、まさかの！切られすぎた～。なんか、前髪(まえがみ)もカラーも変だし、結局2週間後にまたいつもの美容院行ったんだよね。ブリーチするかどうか悩んだんだけど、傷むのもいやーって美容師(びようし)さんに相談(そうだん)したら、今はダブルカラーっていうのが人気って教えてもらったからそれをお願いしたんだよね。たしかにブリーチしたときほど傷(いた)んではないんだけど、ちょっと髪がキシキシしてる感じがするかな。

I usually get them to cut it just long enough to tie it up, but no way! She was cut too much! Something was wrong with my bangs and color, and I ended up going back to my regular hair salon two weeks later. I wondered whether I should bleach my hair or not, but I didn't want to damage it, so I talked to the hairdresser about it, and she told me that double coloring is popular now, so I asked her to do that.It's true that my hair is not as damaged as when I bleached it, but it does feel a little bit squeaky. 

最近、日本では韓国のメイクとか髪型が流行ってって、私が行った美容院もそういう髪型を推してるところなんだよね。日本はまだみんなマスクしてるんだけど、髪を耳にかけたときに、前髪と後ろの髪の間に毛がないので、そこだけハゲて見えちゃうんだよね。そのこめかみの部分に「天使(てんし)の羽根(はね)バング」っていうのを作るのが人気なの。説明がむずしいからググってみてね。結構(けっこう)みんなしてるから、日本のテレビ見るときに注意(ちゅうい)してみてみて！

Recently, Korean makeup and hair styles have become popular in Japan, and the hair salon I went to is one that promotes such hairstyles. In Japan, everyone still wears masks, but when you put your hair over your ears, there is no hair between the front and back of your head, so you look bald there. So, it is very popular to create a bang called "Tenshi no Hane Bang" at the temples. It's hard to explain, so you'll have to Google it. It's pretty common, so pay attention when you watch Japanese TV!

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ガチ日本語 - Everyday Japanese -

Ep.4 びよういんに いきました

Perfilando el mundo es la lactura de un artículo que escribí en el blog de RTVE y en el que relato mi experiencia viajando por los 5 continentes.

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

MI VUELTA AL MUNDO - Perfilando el mundo

Recommended to listen repeatedly until you understand. 
Key words and Commonly used phrases, Please read after me. You can record the phrases you read and send it here, I'll correct the pronunciation for you. Follow me ,you will learn more Chinese. 

Key words: 
运动、天气、学习、自行车、星期、每天、手机、考试、医生、点、晴天、起床、房间、跑步、唱歌
Common phrases:
喝牛奶、踢足球、向左走、有意思、买水果、上个月5号、介绍一下儿、在医院、看报纸、洗衣服、这本书、下雪了、已经十点了、听不懂、别说话


Merry's Channel（HSK 二）

HSK二 Key words and common phrases (1) , Please read after me

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