Hello, in this episode I talk about IELTS myths, those strange stories you read on the internet, none of which are true...Have a listen and find out what they are.

Kev's English Podcast

IELTS Myths and Legends

PHRASES AND VOCABULARIES USED: 

1. Does this dish contain any allergens?
2. Are there any specific ingredients I should be aware of?
3. Can you tell me if this dish has any nuts or dairy in it?
4. I have dietary restrictions can you inform me about the ingredients used here?


Language Lab: Conversations with Teacher Rose - Unlocking English Fluency

How to about the ingredients or allergens in a specific dish.

Let's make Japanese sentences together. 
いっしょに　にほんご　の　ぶん　をつくろう

If you make a sentence in Japanese, write it in the comment section! I
 will correct your sentences! 

【Today's  topic】
【⚪⚪すぎる】➕ (あなたのきもち) 　

ぶんのつくりかた
 (Verbます形）ます←(けします) + すぎる／すぎて／すぎた

 この文法はJLPT N4の表現(ひょうげん)です。

 in my case👩 
きのうは、(ビールを)飲みすぎて、頭(あたま)が痛(いた）い。

I drank too much beer yesterday and my head hurts. 　

(ex) きのう、たべすぎた。 
 食べすぎて、お腹(なか)がいたい。 
最近(さいきん)かいものをしすぎて、
お金(かね)がない

Short sentences ➕ your feelings=you can speak a lot of Japanese.


Japanese teacher Noriko’s room

 (Verbます形）ます←(けします) + すぎる／すぎて／すぎた

En este episodio hablo un poco sobre las comidas y sus horarios. In this episode I speak a little bit about meals and meal times. (You can find more information about this podcast on https://minutopodcast.carrd.co/)

Minuto Español

Las comidas (Meal times)

a) Check if you know these words. If not, translate them:

Translate new words using a dictionary: 
Habitación –
Oferta –
Tarjeta bancaria –
Desayunar –
Disfrutar de algo –
Llamar a alguien para –
Quedarse en un hotel – 

b) Answer the questions:

¿Cuántas noches van a quedarse en este hotel?
¿Cómo se llama el hotel?
¿Cuántas personas son?
¿Cuánto cuesta el desayuno?
¿Quieren desayunar en el hotel?
¿Y tú? ¿Viajas mucho? ¿Prefieres quedarte en hoteles o en apartamentos?

c) Read the dialogue and find the answers to the questions that caused you difficulty:

– ¡Hola! ¡Buenos días! Hotel ¨Only You¨. ¿En qué le puedo ayudar?
- Buenos días, le llamo para reservar una habitación.
- ¿Para qué día es?
- Para el día 19 de abril, para 2 personas.
- ¿Cuántas noches van a quedarse?
- Solo dos. ¿Tiene habitaciones con terraza?
- Un segundo. Voy a mirar. Sí, las tengo. ¿Quiere disfrutar de nuestra oferta de desayuno ¨buffet¨ solo por 11 euros para una persona?
- Eee…No, gracias, vamos a desayunar en algún bar en la ciudad.
Sí, claro. Voy a necesitar su nombre, por favor, y el número de la tarjeta bancaria.

You may answer the questions in the comments and I will check them:-)

Método Tati

Booking a room

Alternative vocabulary for "approximately."

The English Toolbox

Ways to Say "Not Exactly"

**story of an honest herdsman
***send me a message if you need any help with the words or phrases
****Hope you enjoy it :)

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چوپان درستکار / Honest herdsman

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IELTS Speaking: Never take the test before you listen to this recording!

The recording is suitable for IELTS speaking test takers & those preparing for a job/interview in English!.

What are some reasons for the loss of confidence in a test?

Here are some common causes of test anxiety. They include behavioral, biological, and psychological factors. 

Behaviors like failing to prepare can play a role, but the body's biological response to stress can also create feelings of anxiety. Mental factors, such as self-belief and negative thinking, can also lead to test anxiety..

In this recording I am bringing to your attention the topic of mental confidence and what can affect in in your IELTS speaking test.

Please don't skip it AS IT IS SOOO HUGE and can help you overcome the fear and anxiety associated with the test (as well as a job interview!).

Let me know if it was an eye opening experience for you and check my schedule to talk about it in person. I'd love to help you on this!
