In this episode, we chat with an Irish expat living in Colombia about the joys and challenges of life abroad. From cultural differences to language barriers, acculturation, and the digital nomad lifestyle, we explore what it truly means to adapt to a new country. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about expat life, this conversation is packed with insights and advice!

Thanks to Jerome for being such a great guest!!!

Alexis : https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/9464070
Jerome: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/4075458

Hey Alexis!

From Ireland to Colombia: Embracing Life Abroad

"Che ajab az invara"                                                                                                               !چه عجب از اینورا
This expression is used  when someone visits you after a long time.
The script :
سلام بچه‌ها شکیبا هستم. سلام من صوفیا هستم. خواهر من، من و صوفیا توی این درس به شما یاد میدیم چطوری از اصطلاح "چه عجب از اینورا" استفاده کنید. پس من و صوفیا در قالب یک مکالمه این اصطلاح رو به شما یاد میدیم
  !صوفیا سناریو چیه؟ من خواهر شکیبام. چند روزه او رو ندیدم و می خوام برم تا بهش سر بزنم. دقیقا
پس آماده ای؟ بزن بریم، بزن بریم.
بفرمایید؟
 سلام شکیبا خوبی؟
به به صوفیا خانوم! چه عجب از اینورا!
واقعا خیلی سرم شلوغ بوده وگرنه خیلی می خواستم بیام بهت سر بزنم
می دونم عزیزم، اشکال نداره، بفرمایید تو
مرسی
دقیقا! پس ما از این اصطلاح وقتی استفاده می کنیم که یک نفر رو برای مدت طولانی ندیدیم. دقیقا این اصطلاح "long time no see"مثل 
 .در زبان انگلیسی هستش درسته؟ درسته!
 امیدوارم که از درس امروز خوشتون اومده باشه و تا درس بعدی خدانگهدار


Persian with Shakiba (Upper-Intermediate - Advanced)

!چه عجب از اینورا

1 - Qué es la que hay?
“What’s up!” This is a phrase you can use when you great your friends.

2 - Chavo
Money. It’s the equivalent of dinero.

Example: Mi amiga me ha prestado chavo. — My friend lent me money.

3 - Pela'o
“Broke” in terms of not having money.

Example: Estoy pela’o, no tengo chavo. — I’m broke I don’t have any money.

4 - Brutal
Something that is amazing!

Example: Esa pelicula fue brutal! — That movie was amazing!

5 - Acicala'o
Flashy or well put together (in terms of dressing and style).

Example: Ese tipo está acicala’o con las cadenas puestas. — That man is flashy with his chains on.

6 - Guagua
Bus or truck

Example: I’m going to take the bus tomorrow. — Voy a coger la guagua mañana.

7 - Revolú
Mess

Example: Limpia este revolú. — Clean this mess.

8 - Corillo
Group of friends (gang)

Example: Saldré con mi corillo. — I will go out with my friends.

9 - Birras
Beer

Example: Pásame una birra. — Pass me a beer.

10 - Parquear
To park (the car)

Example: ¿Dónde parqueaste el carro? — Where did you park the car?

11 - Bregar
To deal with (something)

Example: No puede venir porque está bregando con cosas de la casa. — He can’t come because he’s dealing with things at home.

12 - Al garete 
Disaster or mess

Example: La situación está al garete por el gobierno. — The situation is a disaster because of the government.

13 - Ahorita (Orita)
Meaning “later.” Not to be confused with “ahora” which means now. Ahorita is an abstract time in the future.

Example: Te llamo ahorita, estoy ocupado ahora. — I’ll call you later, I’m busy right now.

14 - Embuste o Embustero
Lie or Liar. The equivalent to mentira and mentiroso

Example: Él es un embustero, no le creas. He his a liar, don’t believe him.

15 - Bochinche
Bad gossip that usually includes some sort of defamation.

Example: Ellos me dijeron un bochinche de tu amiga. — They gossiped to me about your friend.






Different countries speak Spanish: North America ,Central America, Caribbean Sea , South America and Spain.

Puerto Rican Words and different expressions.

标准汉语会话360句 book1-4 Standard Chinese conversation 360 sentences

今天天气真热。

Do you know   the names  of clothings in greek? If you dont know, this podcast is for you! You will learn how called the clothes in greek!

Greek podcast

clothing

Explore the captivating world of "Slang and Informal Language: Understanding Casual English Conversations" on this episode of English Learners Boost. Decode the secret language that often puzzles learners, from "lit" to practical examples. Gain confidence in casual English interactions, learn about slang's evolution, and strike the ideal balance between informal and formal language. Plus, experience our unique teaching through personalized English lessons on our italki profile. Boost your skills and embrace language's vibrant nuances!

English Learner's Boost

Slang and Informal Language: Understanding Casual English Conversations 

Learn these 5. 学习这五个。
Deceive	         欺骗               qīpiàn
Decide	         决定               juédìng
Decline	         衰退              shuāituì
Decorate        装饰              zhuāngshì
Decrease	 减少	       jiǎnshǎo
This podcast goes together with Vocabulary & Quiz Set C(14). 
You can go through the Vocabulary flash cards and Quiz Set at Mrs. Malay's teacher page.  


5 Verbs a Day. 每天学习五个动词。

C(14): Deceive, Decide, Decline, Decorate, Decrease

In this episode, I'll help you master Italian self-introductions. From greetings to personal pronouns and essential verbs like "essere," you'll gain confidence in presenting yourself effectively. We'll also explore addressing others and Italian farewells. Join me to embrace Italian language and culture! Ciao!

Italiano Chiaro Grammatica

Presenting yourself

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
5月26日木曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/23℃ 

夕張市/ゆうばりし
・全国でも人気の高い「夕張メロン」の収穫が始まる
・贈答用としても人気
・例年より大きく、香りも良い

［単語］
全国/ぜんこく…国の中の全部
人気/にんき…みんな好き
メロン/めろん…うすい緑色の果物
収穫/しゅうかく…おいしくなった食べ物を取る。
贈答/ぞうとう…プレゼント
用/よう…使う
例年/れいねん…いつもの年
香り/かおり…におい

レッスン待ってます♪
