English learners: The government will introduce ID cards, but Northern Ireland says no. 

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Northern Ireland says no to ID Cards

Chinese is not simple, but these words are suitable for beginners
Price
jià qián
价钱
Make money
zhuàn qián
赚钱
Borrow money
jiè qián
借钱
Wallet
qián bāo
钱包


HSK vocabulary

HSK——daily Chinese for Beginner

This episode teaches how to use 'proud of' correctly and how tone changes meaning, from celebration to quiet strength. Includes a short rhythm practice for natural emphasis.

BrightStep: One Word

Proud

(part1)i did my eye laser surgery!!!——-(chinese in the daily life),in this video, you will learn the vocabulary about the eye laser surgery,health,and interesting experience i had. Enjoy the story and learn Chinese in a natural way.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

no more glasses----i did my laser surgery (comprehensible input intermediate  Chinese )

みなさんは、都会と田舎、どちらが好きですか？そしてどちらに住みたいですか？
このエピソードでは、日本で都会もしくは田舎に住むことについて、メリット・デメリットを話しています。

Natty's Podcast

都会と田舎、どっちに住みたい？

 Here is a list of the 40 most useful Moroccan Arabic words 
and phrases:
No = Lla =
– Yes = Iyyeh, ah, wah = 
– Please = 3afak = عافاك
– Thanks = Shokran = شكرا
– Thanks a lot = Shokran bzzaf 
– A lot = Bzzaf = بزاف
– A little = Shwiya = شوية
– Hello, hi (peace) = Salam
– Bye = Bslama = 
– Okay = Wakha (kh = J in Spanish) = واخا
– Now = Daba = دابا
– Not now = Mashi daba = 
– Or = oula = 
– And = w, ou = و
– It’s not a problem / It’s okay = Mashi moshkil 
– Not me / It wasn’t me = Mashi ana 
– I don’t want = Ma bghitsh (Gh = French r like in Mardi) = ما
بغيتش
– I am done / I finished = Salit = ساليت
– I want… = Bghit… (Gh = French r like in Mardi) = بغيت...
– Where? = Fin? = فين؟
– How? = Kifash? = كيفاش؟
– Beautiful = Zwin = زوين
– Bad, ugly = Khayb (kh = J in Spanish) = خايب
– Good = Mezyan = مزيان
– Excuse me = Sma7 lia 
– I don’t speak Arabic = Ma kanhdersh l3erbia 
– I don’t understand = Ma fhemtsh = 
– Do you understand me ? = Fhamtini? = فهمتيني؟
– I don’t have any money = Ma 3ndish leflouss
– Welcome = Mer7ba = مرحبا
– Here, take = Hak = هاك
– Give me… = 3tini… = عطيني...
– I don’t know = Ma 3reftsh 
– I forgot = Nssit = نسيت
– I have to go = Khassni nmshi (kh = J in Spanish) 
– It’s your turn = Noubtek = نوبتك
– I am tired = 3yit = عييت
– Where is the W.C? = Fin kaynin twalit?
– Congratulations= Mabrouk = مبروك
– Can you help me? = Wakha t3awnni? (kh = J in Spanish) 
واخا تعاوني 

Darija with karima 

useful Moroccan Arabic words 

In this episode, Mona quizzes Brent on his British English knowledge. See if you can do better than we can!

At the end of the episode, we look at the following vocabulary in more detail:

to have a leg up on someone
to take a stab at something
to fit the bill

Brentoni's English Podcast

021 - Brent Tests His Knowledge of British English

Workplace anxiety is a growing concern for businesses and organizations of all sizes. It refers to the feelings of worry, fear, and unease that employees may experience in their professional environments. This type of anxiety can have significant impacts on an individual's productivity, job performance, and overall well-being, ultimately affecting the success and profitability of the company as a whole.

The manifestations of workplace anxiety can take many forms. Employees may experience physical symptoms such as headaches, muscle tension, and digestive issues. Mentally, they may struggle with decreased concentration, indecisiveness, and feelings of dread about going to work. Behaviorally, workplace anxiety can lead to absenteeism, presenteeism (where employees are physically present but not fully engaged), and even burnout.

At the core, workplace anxiety is driven by a variety of factors, both internal and external to the organization. Internal factors may include high-pressure work environments, unrealistic deadlines, lack of job security, poor communication from management, and interpersonal conflicts with colleagues. External factors can encompass economic uncertainty, industry disruptions, and societal stressors that seep into the workplace.

The business implications of workplace anxiety are far-reaching. Reduced productivity and performance can directly impact the bottom line, as tasks take longer to complete and mistakes become more frequent. Increased healthcare costs associated with stress-related illnesses and higher turnover rates can also weigh heavily on a company's financial resources. Moreover, workplace anxiety can erode employee morale, collaboration, and overall job satisfaction, making it challenging to attract and retain top talent.

The Global Professional Podcast

Workplace Anxiety Explained - Episode 54

あせるとは早くしなければいけない時にいらいらしたり、何か予想しなかったことが起こって驚いたときに使う言葉です。あせったときに汗が出たと覚えるのがいいかもしれません。ちなみに同じ「あせ」ですが漢字は違います。
みなさんは最近あせったことがありますか？
買い物に行って、お金を払う時になって財布を忘れたことに気づいたり、電車に乗り遅れそうな時はあせりますよね。ここ1、２年はマスクを忘れて焦った人も多いと思います。
私が最近あせったのはレッスンの前にパソコンが動かなかった時です。最近私のパソコンは調子が悪く、すぐに起動できなかったり、突然クラッシュすることがあります。私はレッスンの中でテキストを生徒と共有したり、グーグルドキュメントにノートを書いたりするので、パソコンの方がレッスンをしやすいです。なので、レッスンの前にパソコンが動かないときはとてもあせります。
みなさんは最近あせったことがありますか？

あせる（焦る）：　to panic, to sweat, get flustered
汗(あせ)が出（で）る：sweat
驚く：おどろく　get surprised
イライラする：get frustrated
予想（よそう）する：expect
パソコンを起動（きどう）する：start up PC, boot up PC
共有（きょうゆう）する：share
突然（とつぜん）：suddenly