To Speak Volumes and an update on our Post Office problem. Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z_Ua8aZwBfPzta2TpVQwVCObw2Z0l_mz/view?usp=drivesdk


Teacher Joseph's Podcast

To Speak Volumes (with transcript)

Impariamo quando usare le preposizioni semplici: di, a, da.

ItaliAnto (L'italiano con Antonella)

Di, a, da.

A rendition of Charles Baudelaire's poem La Fontaine de sang, from his masterpiece Les Fleurs du Mal (edited by Poulet-Malassis, Paris,1857). It is a sonnet written in alexandrins (the famous french twelve-syllable verse, majestic and slow). The english translation is by William Aggeler (The Flowers of Evil, Academy Library Guild, Fresno, 1954). Enjoy ! 

In the thumbnail : doodled portrait of Jeanne Duval by Baudelaire

Une interprétation du poème La Fontaine de sang de Charles Baudelaire, tiré de son chef-d'œuvre Les Fleurs du Mal (publié par Poulet-Malassis, Paris, 1857). Il s'agit d'un sonnet écrit en alexandrins (le célèbre vers français de douze syllabes, majestueux et lent). La traduction anglaise est de William Aggeler (The Flowers of Evil, Academy Library Guild, Fresno, 1954). Bonne écoute !

Dans la vignette : portrait griffonné de Jeanne Duval par Baudelaire

Hypnose des mots

La Fontaine de sang

En este episodio, junto a Martin, profe de español de México (https://www.italki.com/teacher/5211013), les contamos un poco sobre qué tipos de transporte público existen en nuestras ciudades y algunas de sus características. ¡Info valiosa para estudiantes y turistas también!



Dale Play al Español

El transporte público

Using Spoken Discourse Markers for IELTS Speaking

Discourse markers, such as "well," "so," "you know," and "I mean," are common in everyday speech. These words and phrases help guide conversations, signal a change in thought, or give the speaker time to think. For IELTS Speaking, using discourse markers effectively can enhance your fluency and coherence, making your responses more natural and organized.

Here are some key ways to use spoken discourse markers during the IELTS Speaking exam:

Starting Your Response: Using markers like "well" or "actually" can give you a moment to collect your thoughts before answering a question. For example, if asked about your favorite hobby, you could begin with, "Well, I really enjoy painting because it's relaxing."

Organizing Ideas: Words such as "firstly," "secondly," and "finally" can help structure your response when explaining something in detail. This makes it easier for the examiner to follow your ideas.

Clarifying and Rephrasing: Discourse markers like "I mean" or "in other words" are useful for clarifying points or rephrasing if you feel your initial response wasn’t clear enough. For instance, "In other words, I think traveling teaches us valuable life skills."

Filling Pauses: Using phrases like "you know" or "let me think" can fill pauses naturally, preventing awkward silences during your speaking test.

However, it's essential not to overuse discourse markers, as it can make your speech sound unnatural. Practice using them in moderation to sound fluent and confident in your responses.

IELTS Speaking Practice

IELTS Speaking - using discourse markers

В этом подкасте я называю идиомы со словом "душа" и объясняю, что они значат.

Привет, это Наташа!

Эпизод 40. Фразы со словом душа. 

In questa puntata conosceremo uno dei musicisti più importanti della musica italiana: Fabrizio De André, un cantante e compositore che è stato spesso definito un poeta!


Italiano espresso

Lettura livello B2: Fabrizio De André, il cantautore poeta di Genova

In this podcast you will know what Tamal is and how it is prepared.

2 libras de costillas de cerdo cortada en trozos pequeños
12 piezas de pollo
1 libra de tocino de cerdo cortado en trozos pequeños
4 papas medianas peladas y en rodajas
2 zanahorias grandes peladas y en rodajas
6 huevos cocidos en rodajas
1 taza de arvejas
3 tazas de arroz cocinado

Remember that I teach Spanish on italki, you can book a class for more information you can look at it on my profile :)

Colombia

¿Que es el tamal y como se prepara tamal tolimense?

Today we are covering a basic but essential topic: checking in to a hotel. We not only covered the basics: booking a room, checking in and checking out, but also talked about some potential problems you will run into during your stay and how to solve it in fluent Chinese. Let’s dive in!

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 :)

Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.