I review the book entitled  The Bilingual Brain: And What It Tells Us about the Science of Language by Albert Costa. 

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 Book Review: The Bilingual Brain: And What It Tells Us about the Science of Language by Albert Costa

Madrid acepta la mascarilla obligatoria, pero cuestiona el criterio de Sanidad: "En el metro también hay trasmisión"

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拼音是帮助大家学习中文的重要工具，主要由声母、韵母和声调构成。声母位于音节前段，大多是辅音，发音轻短，像b、p、m、f 等。韵母则在音节后段，发音响亮，能单独构成音节，也可跟声母组合，像a、o、e、ai、ei、ao这些。而声调有四种，分别是阴平（第一声，ā）、阳平（第二声，á ）、上声（第三声，ǎ ）、去声（第四声，à ），它能改变字的读音和意思。
 
1. a (发音时声带颤动，舌头放平，舌位低，不圆唇，口自然张大。)
2. o (发音时口半开半闭，嘴唇拢圆，舌尖向后缩。)
3. e (发音时嘴型呈扁状，半开半闭，嘴角向两边展开，舌尖后缩，舌根微抬。)

希望你能把下面的记忆口诀背下来，多说多练多模仿，你会有很大进步呦~
1. 小嘴张大 a a a
2. 公鸡打鸣 o o o
3. 白鹅游水 e e e
4.第一声、第二声、第三声、第四声：ā á ǎ à      ō ó ǒ ò       ē é ě è

拼音魔法屋 The Magic House of Pinyin

拼音启蒙第一课(easy pinyin 1) ：轻松搞定a o e ，开启中文奇妙之旅 （带小测试）

Begin by explaining what cross-functional collaboration is. It involves working together across different departments or teams to achieve a common goal. Emphasize that it requires effective communication, flexibility, and an understanding of different perspectives and expertise.

Identify specific examples of cross functional projects or tasks where you’ve worked with people from different departments. 
Describe your role in these projects and the outcomes achieved by the cross-functional teams. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.

Cross-functional teams rely on communication. Discuss how you’ve effectively communicated with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Share instances when you actively sought input from others, listened to their perspectives, and built consensus. Highlight your adaptability in adjusting your communication style to suit different team members.

Address how you handle conflicts that arise during collaboration. Explain how you’ve resolved disagreements or differing opinions.
Showcase your ability to find common ground, mediate, and maintain positive relationships even when faced with conflicting priorities.

Cross-functional work environments can be dynamic. Discuss how you’ve adapted to changing circumstances or unexpected challenges.
Share examples of how you’ve adjusted your approach, learned new skills, or embraced different viewpoints to achieve common goals.

Demonstrate your ability to understand the organization’s overall objectives. Explain how your cross-functional work contributes to the company’s success.
Discuss how you’ve aligned your efforts with broader strategic goals and how you’ve helped bridge gaps between different functions.

Highlight instances when you’ve collaborated with colleagues from various departments. Describe how you’ve leveraged their expertise to enhance outcomes.
Discuss your role in bringing teams together and fostering a collaborative culture.

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Answer Job Interview Questions about Cross Functional Teams - Episode 47 

「はなみ（花見）／おはなみ（お花見） 」52sec.
An outside story of わたしのいろいろなはなしLESSON 8

★Listening exercises★
Correct（〇） Incorrect（×）

1）きれいな　はなを　みて、たのしいじかんを　すごします。
　  それは「おはなみ」です。〇？×？

2）「おはなみ」では、
       とくに　さくらの　はなを　みます。〇？×？

3）さくらの　はなは、
      ハワイの　あかくて　おおきいはなです。〇？×？

4）「おはなみ」は、さくらの　きの　うえで　
      ともだちや　かぞくと　そら（sky）を　みます。〇？×？

5）「おはなみ」は、うちで　みんなで　おいしいものを　たべたり、
      おとなは　おさけを　のんだりします。〇？×？

6）「おはなみ」は、ひとりで　できません。〇？×？


★text★
みなさんは、はなみ、おはなみを　しっていますか。
きれいな　はなを　みて、たのしい　じかんを　すごします。

とくに、さくらの　はなを　みます。
にほんの　はるの　ピンクの　はな、
ちいさくて　かわいいはな、きれいなはな、
それが　さくらです。

さくらの　きの　したで　はなを　みながら、
かぞくや　ともだちと　はなして、
おいしいものを　たべたり、
おとなは　おさけを　のんだりします。

それから、はなを　みながら、
ひとりで　さんぽします。
「はなが　きれいだなぁ。はるだなぁ。」と　おもいます。
これも　おはなみです。

はるの　たのしい　じかんです。


★answer★
1）〇
2）〇
3）×　
さくらの　はな🌸は　にほんの　はるの　ピンクの　はな。
ちいさくて、きれいな　はなです。
ハワイの　あかくて　おおきいはなは　
たぶん　「ハイビスカス🌺」です^^
4）×
それも　たのしそうですね。
でも、「おはなみ」は、さくらの　きの　したで　はなを　みますよ。
5)×
ふつう、「おはなみ」は、うちで　しません。
でも、うちの　まどから　さくらの　はなが　みえます。
そして、はなを　みながら、うちで　すごします。
それも　「おはなみ」ですね！
6)×
おはなみは　ひとりでも　できます^^


わたしのホームページ（homepage）
「よしだとにほんご（yoshidatonihongo）」
＆Podcast「よしだとにほんご」も　よろしくおねがいします^^


みなさん、いつもありがとうございます！

Japanese! わたしの いろいろな はなし

おはなみ

To learn a language, we need to pronounce and be active. Let’s be active together 🤩


Here is the list of the video; 
​Merhaba - Hello​Selam - Hi​Nasılsın? - How are you? ​İyiyim. - I am fine. ​Adın ne? - What is your name? ​Tanıştığımıza memnun oldum. - Nice to meet you. ​Görüşürüz. - See you. ​Hoşçakal. - Good bye 👋 


See you in the next episode😍


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This short, powerful novel introduces the reader to George and Lennie, two farm workers in the US, dreaming of a better life during the Great Depression. The story is a heart-wrenching exploration of friendship, hope and love. Steinbeck’s writing is simple yet interesting, which makes it accessible for English learners. 

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✨ Your Hands Can Speak Too ✨

Did you know your sense of touch can make your language learning faster, deeper, and more enjoyable?
From the silky calm of smooth glass to the lively spark of rough bark… every texture tells your brain how to learn.

💡 In this episode, discover:

Why smooth = easier memory, rough = sharper grammar focus

How touching organic textures lowers anxiety and boosts speaking confidence

The surprising way each finger could influence your learning style

In Episode 85 of 111 Tips for Learning a Language, we explore the gentle but powerful role of touch in language learning.
Your hands are not just tools—they are memory-makers.
We talk about:

How smooth textures calm the mind for easier vocabulary learning.

How rough textures sharpen focus for grammar and pronunciation.

How asymmetrical surfaces help with irregular language patterns.

How organic textures (like leaves, fur, or fruit) lower anxiety and make speaking feel safer.

How inorganic textures (like keyboards and books) boost procedural memory for writing and spelling.

How different fingers—from the grounding thumb to the communicative little finger—may influence learning focus.

With science, sensory awareness, and a touch of metaphysical insight, this episode helps you “feel” your way into new words and phrases.

💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 85 - How 🫶The Art of Touching 🫶 can help you learn a language

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