Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! Today, Akari will talk about the weather. What kind of weather do you like/don't like?

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https://mochifika.com/podcast-script/slow-japanese-episode-13-weather/

Slow Japanese

Episode #13 - Weather

Qīzi: Fángjiān shōushi le ma?
Zhàngfu: Fángjiān shōushi wán le.
Qīzi: Zhuōzi cā le ma?
Zhàngfu: Cā gānjìng le.
Qīzi: Yīfu xǐ le ma?
Zhàngfu: Xǐwán le.
Qīzi: Chē xǐ le ma?
Zhàngfu: Xǐ gānjìng le.
Qīzi: Érzi, nǐ zuòyè xiěwán le ma?
Érzi: Méi xiěwán.
Zhàngfu、érzi: Wǎnfàn zuòhǎo le ma?
Qīzi: ……

中文每日一练

每日听汉语

The Spanish have a saying: Your life is complete when you have written a book, planted a tree and had a child. Do you agree?

The Social Evolutionary

Your Life is Complete When...

オノマトペについて、いろいろお話します

にほんご　いろいろ

オノマトペ

In this story, an aeroplane named Seven is using a secret energy source. But the assistant engineer might know what it is. 
This is Part 3 of 5. 

It was 12:00pm and Seven was playing cards with Zack the pilot in their hangar.
 
Seven picked up a few cards and slammed five down on the table. “Once again, I’m winning, Zack. When will you ever learn? You can’t beat me—Hah!” 

Zack, looking frustrated, said, “Next time I’ll beat you. I’m going to practice online. You’ll see. Next time.” 

Tobee arrived for work and went straight to the office. He noticed the security camera system was blinking, alerting some kind of action needed. Tobee took care of it and turned to exit the office. 

But what was this? In front of him there were several huge barrels labelled ‘7-Up’. Tobee thought that it was illegal to use 7-Up. He understood it was a cheaper fuel source, but he believed it wasn’t worth the risk. Tobee believed in the government’s decision to ban 7-Up as a fuel source. 

Tobee stepped out into the main hangar and confronted Zack. 

“Boss? There are seven giant barrels of 7-Up in the office. Have you been giving it to Seven? You know that’s illegal, right? Why are you doing this? You’re risking your entire business.” 

Zack looked undeniably suspicious and worried. He struggled to speak confidently and said, “Oh that… that’s left over from my son’s 14th birthday party last week. Want some?” 

Tobee said, “Uh… okay. But… I’m a bit… hurt that you didn’t invite me…” 

Zack laughed nervously. “Yes… I only just invited family and friends… Sorry, Tobee. Maybe next time. Uhh, feel free to take some home if you want.” 

As Tobee left the main hangar, Seven whispered to Zack, “Phew, that was a close one. Thankfully he bought it.” 

Tobee didn’t believe Zack’s improvised story, but he tried to play along. He didn’t want Zack catching onto him. Tobee thought that he’d discover the truth for himself. 


Being a Cloud

Seven the Aeroplane

This podcast you will know how the accents of Colombia sound.

- ¿Como es el acento rolo?

- ¿Como es el acento paisa?

- ¿Como es el acento costeño?

- ¿Como es el acento santadereano?

Remember that I also teach Spanish on italki, in case you want to book a class with me :)

Colombia

¿ Como son los acentos en Colombia ?

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

Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)

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