After asking an impactful question last episode, we're broadening the scope this week and exploring how to navigate small talk. 

*I apologize for the drop in audio quality, I didn't have room for my microphone setup in my luggage. Working out better alternatives.*

The Art of Asking Questions

Episode 3: Small Talk

「坂本龍馬って、どんな人？」
N3〜N2レベルの日本語で、その人生のポイントと“意外な一面”を軽くのぞくエピソードです。
続きが気になる、ほどよいボリュームで楽しめます。


NANA Japanese Listening

坂本龍馬の一生と意外な一面【N4–N2】

A special episode for those who are just starting to learn the language online

All about Russian language 🌟

Dealing with anxiety before your first class

In order to achieve a band score 7 in IELTS it’s important to practice using idioms. Idioms are of high importance if you want to get a band score 7 in IELTS. In fact, it’s very rare for any student to score above a band score 6 in IELTS without using idioms. If it does happen, it only happens once in a blue moon. And since the IELTS exam is so important, it’s a good idea to invest in some private one to one lessons with an IELTS teacher, like me. Lessons don’t cost an arm and a leg and they might help you to achieve the band score you need. Be sure to spend your time and your finances wisely. Invest in yourself and your future. Life is short, and there’s a lot to do. So stop thinking about it, bite the bullet, and take action. Book your private lesson now.

IELTS Speaking Practice

3 idioms to help with your IELTS test

VERSCHWENDUNG von Lebensmitteln
(A)  Etwa 88 Millionen Tonnen LEBENSMITTEL werden in der Europäischen Union jedes Jahr weggeworfen. Sie kosten die ungeheure Summe von 143 Milliarden Euro.
(B)  Das geschieht in einer  Welt mit fast 800 Millionen hungernder Menschen. 55 Millionen Menschen in der Europäischen Union können SICH jeden zweiten Tag keine warme Mahlzeit LEISTEN. 
(C)  Das Europäische Parlament möchte bis 2030 eine Situation schaffen, in der rund 50 Prozent der heute VERSCHWENDETEN Lebensmittel besser VERTEILT werden. Wie könnte man das machen?
(D)  Man könnte mit Lebensmitteln, die nicht mehr für Menschen GEEIGNET sind, zum Beispiel Tiere füttern. Man könnte das Interesse am SPENDEN von Lebensmitteln erhöhen, wenn man die HygieneVORSCHRIFTEN für diese Lebensmittel lockern würde. Man könnte Verbraucher informieren, dass viele Lebensmittel auch nach dem MINDESTHALTBARKEITSDATUM noch GENIESSBAR sind. Und schließlich gibt es Apps wie „Zu gut für die Tonne“. Sie informieren Menschen über Restaurants und Geschäfte, wo Lebensmittel billiger verkauft werden, damit sie nicht in der Mülltonne landen.

LearnGermanToday

16_Verschwendung von Lebensmitteln

Talk about family, alphabet part 2 & the w-question sentence, verb conjugations plural: (wir, ihr, sie, Sie) kommen/kommt, wohnen/wohnt, arbeiten/arbeitet.

Paul and Anna talk about their friend Tim and his family photo. His sister is getting married tomorrow. Anna's meeting with Meili was great. Both think Meili is nice. But why is Anna invited to the wedding when Paul is not?

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8: Ein Familienfoto | A family photo

Circle the correct word
1 They're going to explore / analyse the area to see what they can find.
2 The discovery / invention of the electric light bulb changed people's lives.
3 Scientists have carried out / confirmed experiments on animals.
4 Who invented / discovered the ancient city of Machu Pichu in Peru?
5 We've got the information, so now we need to analyse / explore it.

English Mini Lessons

Scientific Exploration

ちょっとあぶない？にほんご
Don't say this word
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