Ten things you can do to master small talk in any language.

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Small Talk

In the pronunciation of the vowel Ы the bulk of the tongue is retracted from the front teeth while the back of the tongue is raised. The lips are passive, motionless.

Read these vowels. Watch the position of the tongue and the lips.

а - ы	  а - и - ы	        а-о-у-ы-и-э-а
а - у -ы      а - э - и - ы	        а-э-и-ы-у-о-а

Russian Pronunciation wilth Lubov

Vowel Ы Training. Listen and repeat.

Olá, tudo bem? Seja muito bem-vindo a mais um episódio do podcast Aprenda português. 
Neste episódio vamos falar sobre o primeiro temperamento, o colérico. Será que este é o seu? Vamos descobrir!
Segue o link para acessar o texto com a transcrição do episódio:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JPxqL1Y_mbPL9Se0zcrU_XmujAo-VD-q/view?usp=drive_link
Até a próxima!

Aprenda português

Episódio 8 - O temperamento colérico

In this first episode, I explain the meaning behind the podcast's title and also teach some other idioms containing the word "word"

Never at a Loss for Words

Never at a Loss for Words - "word" idioms

안녕하세요 예진이에요!
저는 요즘 새로운 취미가 생겼어요. 바로 인형뽑기예요.
여러분은 인형뽑기 기계를 본 적이 있나요?
요즘 한국에는 이런 인형뽑기 기계가 있는 가게가 정말 많아요 :)


Yejin's Podcast for Korean Learners

Have you ever played 인형뽑기?

『日本語能力試験」対策＿日本語総まとめN3（語彙）』アスク出版 テキストを読んでいきます。 １回に1日ずつ読んでいきます。 今日は、第６週6日です。

N3合格

N3　語彙　第６週6日目

Improving your IELTS Speaking score from a band 5 to a band 7 requires targeted practice in several key areas: fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Here’s a breakdown of steps to take in each.

1. Enhance Fluency and Coherence: Band 5 speakers often struggle to speak fluidly and with clear connections between ideas. To improve, practice speaking on various topics for 1-2 minutes without pauses. Use transition words like "however," "on the other hand," or "in addition" to link ideas smoothly. Regular practice on platforms like language exchange apps can help.

2. Expand Vocabulary: Limited vocabulary often holds back Band 5 speakers. Aim to learn 5-10 new words daily, focusing on synonyms and expressions you can apply to multiple topics, such as work, travel, or family. Create mind maps on topics that frequently come up in IELTS, like "environment" or "technology," and practice speaking on each one.

3. Improve Pronunciation: Pronunciation errors are common at Band 5. Focus on getting each sound right, as well as on stress and intonation, to sound more natural. Listen to native speakers through podcasts or videos, and practice mimicking their tone and rhythm. Recording and replaying your responses is also helpful.

Master Grammar: A Band 7 requires control over complex sentence structures. Practice combining ideas into longer sentences using connectors like “although,” “since,” and “despite.” Working with a tutor or using grammar apps can help you understand and apply complex grammar structures correctly.