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A fun podcast about life, food, and everyday stories — all in Hiligaynon, the soulful Ilonggo language of Western Visayas. Native or new, join me as we celebrate our culture one estorya at a time.


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日本語って短く略（りゃく）すのが多いんだけど、今日それを考えてたのね。そしたら結構 略してる言葉がたくさんあって、発音するのが難しいな～とか長いな～とか思ってる人がいたら本当使ってほしい！

Japanese is often abbreviated in short sentences, and I was thinking about that today. I found a lot of words that are abbreviated.I really want people to use them if they find them difficult to pronounce or too long!


まず、タイトルにも書いてるんだけど、「ポケモン」ね。これって「ポケットモンスター」の略なの。そして「マクドナルド」は「マック」っていうんだけど、大阪の人は「マクド」っていうよ。「マクドナルド」の発音が難しかったら「マックどこですか？」って言えばOKだよ。

First of all, the title says it all: "Pokemon”. It stands for "Pocket Monster”. And "McDonald's" is called "Makku," but people in Osaka call it "makudo”. If you have difficulty pronouncing "McDonald's," say, "Where is Makku?(Makku wa doko desuka?) It's OK if you say.


あと「ケンタッキーフライドチキン」は「ケンタ」、「ユニバーサルスタジオジャパン」は「ユニバ」、「スターバックス」は「スタバ」....うーん、あと、、、コンビニの「セブンイレブン」は「セブン」、「ファミリーマート」は「ファミマ」、「ローソン」は...略しません！「ローソン」は「ローソン」だよ！

And "Kentucky Fried Chicken" is "Kenta", "Universal Studios Japan" is "Yuniba", and "Starbucks" is "Sutaba". .... Ummm...also...convenience stores "7-Eleven" is "Seven", "Family Mart" is "Famima", "Lawson" is... They don't abbreviate! Lawson is "Lawson"!


あと「タピオカを飲む」は「タピる」、「あー、なるほどね」は「あーね」とかも言うよ！

We also say "tapiru" for "drink tapioca (Tapioka wo nomu)" and "ah, I see(a—, naruhodone)" for "a–—ne"!


あとあとアイスクリームの「バスキン・ロビンス(Baskin-Robbins)」ってあるじゃん？もし日本で「バスキン・ロビンスどこですか？」って言っても日本人わからないんだよね。「サーティーワン(31)どこですか？」ってきいたらわかるよ！

And there is also an ice cream shop called "Baskin-Robbins", right? If you ask, "Where is Baskin-Robbins?(Baskin-Robbins wa doko desuka?)" in Japan, the Japanese don't understand. If you ask "Where is Thirty One?(Thirty One wa doko desuka?)", The Japanese will understand!


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ガチ日本語 - Everyday Japanese -

Ep.7 Pocket Monsters=Pokémon

En este mini episodio te enseño cómo saludan los españoles en diferentes momentos del día. Desde “buenos días” hasta “qué tal” o “hola, buenas”, vas a descubrir saludos naturales que te harán sonar como un nativo desde el primer minuto.

Испанский с Ольгой

¿Solo “hola”? Aprende a saludar como un nativo

Title: Decoding Common Leadership Phrases: A Guide to Effective Business Communication

Leaders often rely on certain phrases to convey messages, inspire action, and foster collaboration. These phrases, though seemingly simple, carry significant weight and can make or break a leader's effectiveness. Understanding the nuances behind these common leadership phrases is essential for fostering positive relationships and driving success in various business scenarios.

1. "Let's touch base"

2. "Think outside the box"

3. "We're in this together": Building a sense of unity and camaraderie among team members is crucial for achieving common goals. This phrase emphasizes collective responsibility and fosters a supportive work culture. Authenticity is key here; leaders must demonstrate their commitment to teamwork through their actions.

4. "Lead by example"

5. "It's a learning opportunity"

6. "Stay laser-focused"

7. "Let's brainstorm"

8. "Own your mistakes"

9. "Communicate with clarity"

10. "Celebrate our successes"


In conclusion, mastering common leadership phrases is essential for effective business communication. By understanding the nuances behind these phrases and employing them strategically, leaders can inspire their teams, foster collaboration, and drive success in various business scenarios. However, authenticity, clarity, and consistency are paramount in ensuring these phrases resonate with employees and contribute to a positive work culture.

The Global Professional Podcast

Episode 66

Hey! Bienvenido al primer episodio. 🙌🏼
Escucha con atención e interpreta lo que escuchas.
Al terminar: responde las preguntas 👩🏽‍🏫 Así sabrás cuánto aprendiste.

Cuentos en Español 📚 - Listening activities!

Fijar metas altas 🚀

Booksellers survey: how did you  choose the last book you read?
I was in a bookshop and the title and front cover just attracted my attention.
It was a recommendation by a friend - he said it was original and had a good plot.
I read a bit of the first chapter in a bookshop - it was interesting and well written.
I read a summary of the book and it was by an author who is well known.
I love narrative fiction where love Is the main theme of the book.

English Mini Lessons

Choosing a book

Наколькі важна атачыць сябе мовай

Like a Chameleon

Surrounding / Атачэньне

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Daily English Podcast

Daily English Podcast Chapter # 5

遥远的森林里，住着一只凶猛强壮的老虎，小动物们都非常怕它。 有一天，它抓到了一只狐狸，狐狸说：“我是上天派下来做万兽之王的，如果你吃掉我，就会受到惩罚！如果你不信，就跟着我在森林里走一圈，看看动物们是不是见到我就害怕。”于是老虎便跟在狐狸后头走，它们每到一个地方，那里的动物都会吓得四处逃散。老虎见状就相信了狐狸说的话，但它并不知道动物们真正害怕的猛兽其实是自己。