I will talk about my trip to Taipei.
This episode is JLPT-N5 level.

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☆Words☆
台北（たいぺい）taipei：Taipei
空港（くうこう）kūkō：airport
工場（こうじょう）kōjyō：factory
次の日（つぎのひ）tsuginohi：next day
観光（かんこう）kankō：sightseeing

☆Grammar☆
・～が あります
・adjective（past）
・～たいです

☆Script for this episode
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Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#11 Trip to Taipei // N5 Level

Tasks from the “Speaking” part of the exam ТРКИ B1.

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JK3R8TExrdOo-wzqY6Is54la1G_q8LCq4e5hkTngGcU/edit?usp=sharing

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# 4 Exam ТРКИ B1 - Speaking_part 1

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Each week I read an interesting news article from the BBC. Listen along to the words and pronunciation and I will also share with you the link to the story so that you can read along as well.

This week's news article can be found here:
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-62960828

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   a. Level playing field - A fair and equal competition or situation.
      Example: "

The new rules ensure a level playing field for all participants."
   b. Throw in the towel - To give up or surrender.
      Example: "After the continuous setbacks, she finally threw in the towel."
   c. Play ball - To cooperate or participate willingly.
      Example: "If we want to achieve success, we all need to play ball and work together."
   d. Offside - In an unauthorized or disadvantageous position.
      Example: "The goal was disallowed due to the player being offside."
   e. Hit it out of the park - To achieve great success or accomplish something outstanding.
      Example: "Her presentation hit it out of the park and impressed everyone in the room."



IELTS Podcast 雅思博客

Sports-related idioms

Employers increasingly seek candidates with strong upskilling capabilities, particularly in the realm of impromptu speaking.  This refers to the ability to deliver well-structured, persuasive messages with little to no preparation.  This skillset can be a significant differentiator in interviews, meetings, and networking events.

Let's look into the upskilling process for impromptu speaking. Firstly, fostering a strong foundation in business acumen is crucial.  A comprehensive understanding of industry trends, financial literacy, and marketing principles allows you to speak with authority on relevant topics during impromptu exchanges.  Furthermore, honing critical thinking and problem-solving skills equips you to analyze situations quickly and formulate concise, impactful responses.

Secondly, active listening is essential.  Pay close attention to verbal and nonverbal cues from your audience during impromptu interactions. This enables you to tailor your message accordingly, fostering deeper connections and demonstrating genuine interest in their perspectives.

Thirdly, practice is key.  While formal presentations require meticulous planning, impromptu speaking thrives on consistent exercise.  Engage in discussions with colleagues, participate in mock interviews, or join public speaking clubs.  Record yourself delivering impromptu presentations on various business topics and analyze the recordings to identify areas for improvement.

Finally, cultivate a growth mindset.  Embrace challenges and view every unexpected speaking opportunity as a learning experience.  Focus on clear and concise communication, avoiding jargon and filler words.  Organize your thoughts using frameworks like the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to deliver impactful narratives.

By upskilling in impromptu speaking, you equip yourself with a valuable asset in the professional arena.

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Upskilling for Enhanced Impromptu Speaking in the Professional Sphere - Episode 94

MARGARET: Mr. Wilson, I’d like you to meet 
Dr. Edward Smith.
MR. WILSON: It’s nice to meet you, Dr. Smith.
DR. SMITH: Pleasure to meet you, too.
MARGARET: Dr. Smith is an economist. He just finished
writing a book on international trade.
MR. WILSON: Oh? That’s my field, too. I work for the 
United Nations.
DR. SMITH: In the Development Program, by any chance?
MR. WILSON: Yes. How did you guess?
DR. SMITH: I’ve read your articles on technical assistance. 
They’re excellent

LANGUAGE NOTES
• Mr. Wilson, I’d like you … Notice the rising intonation on “Mr. Wilson,” which is used 
to address someone. Listen for the “d” in “I’d like.” This means I would like, which is 
very different from I like. (“I’d like” means the same as “I would like” or “I want.”)
• Dr. Smith is an economist. Notice the stress on “economist.” This content word has 
new information, so it is emphasized. There are four syllables in “economist,” with the 
stress on the second syllable (e-CON-o-mist).
• He just finished writing … “just” means the very recent past. “Just” is usually used 
with a simple past verb because the action is complete. However, it can also be used 
with the present perfect (He’s just finished writing …).
• Development program. Since these two words make a compound noun, the main 
stress falls on “development.”
• By any chance? Means the same as “possibly.” Notice the rising intonation, which is 
used in yes/no questions to confirm that something is true.

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day3: Formal Introduction in English

歡迎收聽Mandarin Journey Podcast！
節目的第一集，我們來討論「洗碗」的問題。
吃完飯以後，你會馬上洗碗，還是放到隔天才洗呢？或是你不負責洗碗，是其他人洗？

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Ep. 1 洗碗（B1）

こんばんは、Atsushiです。
今日の天気は晴れでした。
今夜の天気は19℃です。

今日はネコについて。
みなさんはネコが好きですか？
それともイヌが好きですか？
両方好きですか？
それとも、両方好きじゃないですか？

私はネコが好きです。
実際、去年の11月ぐらいから、ネコを1匹飼っています。
名前はアメといいます。かわいいです。

私は昔はイヌの方が好きでした。
でも、いつからかネコの方が好きになりました。
ネコは家の外に出ないからあまり人の家の飼い猫に接するときはありませんでした。

でも、先輩の家に行った時に、ネコがいました。そのネコはいつもは他人にはなつかないらしいですが、私にはなついたようです。そんなことがあり、少しずつネコを好きになっていったような気がします。

今は完全にネコ派です。イヌももちろん嫌いではありませんが、猫の方がすきです。

私の家のネコ、アメさんは、私より奥さんの方が大好きで、奥さんのひざの上でよく寝ています。私にはそういうことはめったにしません。

奥さんよりも私の方が一緒にいる時間は長いですが、そういうことはほとんどしません。たぶん、時々、気が向いた時だけ、私のひざの上にすわります。1ヶ月に1回あるかないかですね笑

でも決して私のことを嫌いなわけではないと思います。
たぶん、しらんけど笑


はい、ということで、今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！ではまた！