*V-(으)려고 : A connective ending used when one has an intention or desire of doing a certain act. / ex) 대학교에 가려고 열심히 공부해요. 안경을 찾으려고 불을 켰어요.                                 *N전에/후에 :  before/after  /  ex) 1년 전에 한국에서 여행을 했어요. 저는 수업 후에 복습해요.  

Speaking Practice - Beginner

10. V-(으)려고, N전에/후에

Business English Phrasal Verbs (Get + Preposition)

Kenneth Business English

 In questa quinta puntata, ci immergiamo nelle vicende di due figure emblematiche: il boss Vito Genovese e Lucky Luciano. Ambientata nel contesto della Seconda Guerra Mondiale, l'episodio svela come il tacito consenso del governo americano abbia favorito il ruolo strategico di questi personaggi nella risoluzione del conflitto in Italia.
Durante il racconto, analizzeremo nuove parole e termini legati al mondo della mafia, del contrabbando e della borsa nera, mettendo in luce il legame profondo tra storia e linguaggio. Verranno esplorati anche i riferimenti cinematografici, con un focus su film come Napoli milionaria, Ieri, oggi, domani e il film di Francesco Rosi su Lucky Luciano, che hanno saputo catturare e raccontare quell'epoca complessa. Un viaggio tra storia, potere e cultura, per comprendere come il denaro, il crimine organizzato e le strategie politiche abbiano lasciato un segno indelebile nel destino dell'Italia.

Welcome to Comme se dice?, the podcast that explores the Neapolitan language and its rich cultural heritage. In this fifth episode, we dive into the compelling stories of two iconic figures: boss Vito Genovese and Lucky Luciano. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the episode reveals how the tacit consent of the American government enabled these individuals to play a strategic role in resolving the conflict in Italy.
Throughout the episode, we analyze new words and expressions linked to the world of the mafia, contraband, and the black market, highlighting the deep connection between history and language. We also delve into cinematic references, focusing on films such as Napoli Milionaria, Ieri, oggi, domani, and Francesco Rosi’s film on Lucky Luciano, which capture the complexity of that era. This is a journey through history, power, and culture, illustrating how money, organized crime, and political strategies left an indelible mark on Italy's destiny. 

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Vito Genovese & Lucky Luciano: Guerra, Mafia e Cinema – Quinta Puntata di Comme se dice?

続けること。。。それにつきますね。

日本語でおしゃべり　podcast for Japanese learners

＃31 言語学習の難しいところの話

今年是我大学最后一年。
Jīnnián shì wǒ dàxué zuìhòu yī nián.
以后我要做什么？我不知道。
Yǐhòu wǒ yào zuò shénme? Wǒ bù zhīdào.
我学习电脑专业，我很喜欢电脑。
Wǒ xuéxí diànnǎo zhuānyè, wǒ hěn xǐhuan diànnǎo.
我还有个博客，写游戏的内容。
Wǒ hái yǒu gè bókè, xiě yóuxì de nèiróng.
我哥哥说："你应该学中文，在中国能找到好工作。"
Wǒ gēge shuō: "Nǐ yīnggāi xué Zhōngwén, zài Zhōngguó néng zhǎodào hǎo gōngzuò."
可能哥哥说得对。
Kěnéng gēge shuō de duì.
我喜欢冬天的运动。
Wǒ xǐhuan dōngtiān de yùndòng.
在中国，我可以滑冰，还能看冰灯！
Zài Zhōngguó, wǒ kěyǐ huábīng, hái néng kàn bīngdēng!

问题：
1、安娜在大学学什么？
Ānnà zài dàxué xué shénme?
2、她在博客里说什么？
Tā zài bókè lǐ shuō shénme?
3、安娜喜欢哪些运动？
Ānnà xǐhuan nǎxiē yùndòng?​

Vocabulary：
课 (kè) - lesson
大学 (dàxué) - university
以后 (yǐhòu) - afterwards
电脑 (diànnǎo) - computer
博客 (bókè) - blog
游戏 (yóuxì) - games
应该 (yīnggāi) - should
可能 (kěnéng) - maybe
冬天 (dōngtiān) - winter
运动 (yùndòng) - sports
滑冰 (huábīng) - ice skating
冰灯 (bīngdēng) - ice lantern

Grammar：
1、时间状语：在 + Place
Function: Describe action location
例句：在中国滑冰 (zài Zhōngguó huábīng)
2、情态动词：应该 + V.
Function: Express suggestion ("should")
例句：应该学中文 (yīnggāi xué Zhōngwén)
3、能力表达：能 + V.
Function: Indicate possibility
例句：能找到工作 (néng zhǎodào gōngzuò)
4、关联词：还 + 能
Function: Add parallel actions ("also can")
例句：能滑冰，还能看冰灯 (néng huábīng, hái néng kàn bīngdēng)


Beginner Chinese Listening

A1 Chinese Listening - 04 Anna thinks about China

Ever wondered what sets successful English learners apart? Join Smith and their esteemed guest speaker as they unravel the crucial ingredient to mastering English: consistency. How can a daily commitment revolutionize your language journey? Let's explore. Through this enlightening conversation, Smith and their guest speaker delve deeper into the transformative power of regular practice, offering practical tips and real-life examples to inspire learners on their path to proficiency. They highlight the remarkable progress that even a few dedicated minutes each day can yield, emphasizing the integration of English into daily routines as a game-changer in the pursuit of language excellence.

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The Importance of Consistency 

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