🎧 **How do you learn a language when nothing makes sense at first?**  
In this episode, I share a balanced routine:  
👂 Passive listening (20 min daily)  
🗣 Shadowing  
📖 Sentence & grammar analysis  
🤝 Asking for feedback

Your ears adjust first—but your brain must also engage.  
Don’t just listen. Read, repeat, reflect—and you'll get there.

Korean stories with Donggyu

[Beginner]From Silence to Speaking | Language Learning Mindset 

首先，“ 再” 与“ 又” 都是副词，表示行为或动作的重复。
“再” 是表示对将来或还没发生的事的重复；而“又” 是指过去事情的重复再现。

小测试 - 1
别___打游戏了，早点睡觉吧！
又； 
再：    ✔
 
小测试 - 2
你今天___迟到了，下次___不准时，你就___也不用回公司了。
再；又；又   
又；再；再     ✔  
又；又；再

小测试 - 3
我哥哥很喜欢吃草莓，昨天刚买了两斤回家，今天___买了一斤回来。
又    ✔     再

小测试 - 4
春天到了，树上___长出了很多绿色的叶子。天气越来越热，要对厚厚的冬装说___见了。
再；再   /  又；再   ✔    / 再；又    / 又；再     ✔
 

小测试 - 5
丽丽：都8点了，小明怎么还没到？___过10分钟，电影就要开场了。 马克：是啊！他不会___是赶不上车吧？我们___等5分钟，如果他还没到，我们就先进去吧。
再；又；再   ✔ /   又；再；又   /  再；再；又     /又；再；再

大家对“ 再” 和“又” 的认识都很棒！继续加油，我们下期再见。


Correction notebook   错题本 (Mandarin)

“再” 与 “又” 的使用  The proper use of words

How Important Is Self-Discipline In One's Journey Of Improving Their Language Enhancement?

Self-Motivation: While external motivation, such as teachers or language partners, can be helpful, self-discipline is the internal motivation that keeps the student going even when external support is not available.

Independence in Learning: Self-disciplined students can take charge of their own learning. They seek out resources, practice consistently, and actively engage in learning activities without constant supervision.

Language Immersion: Immersing oneself in the English language is an effective way to improve language skills. Self-discipline allows students to seek out English media, books, and conversations, enhancing their language exposure.

Consolidating Learning: Repetition and reinforcement are essential for language acquisition. Self-disciplined students review and practice regularly, which helps consolidate what they have learned.

Adaptability: Self-disciplined students can adapt their learning methods and approaches to suit their preferences and needs. They are open to trying new techniques and finding what works best for them.

Long-Term Commitment: Learning a language is a long-term endeavor. Self-discipline ensures that the student remains committed and dedicated to their language learning goals over an extended period.

Confidence and Empowerment: Self-discipline leads to achievements and progress, which, in turn, boosts the student's confidence and sense of empowerment in their language abilities.

Let me know how useful it was and if you can resonate with shared ideas.

If you need a partner to help you stay on track with your self-development - request a 1-1 meeting with me now.

The Habits of Highly Effective English Communicators

Self-Discipline and the importance of it 

From coast to coast, Canada is home to a vast array of fascinating and unique wildlife that has captured the imagination of people around the world. In this episode, we will be exploring ten of the most iconic Canadian animals, from the majestic polar bear to the elusive lynx. We'll gain a deeper understanding of what makes them so special. So sit back, relax, and get ready to discover the fascinating world of Canadian wildlife. English on the Road is an English Podcast for English learners. The themes are geography, nature and travel. This is the third episode. Listen to the previous episodes and book and English lesson with me on italki. I hope you enjoy your studies. 

English on the Road 

Iconic Canadian Animals

这些都是爱的表达

“喂，我是爸爸。闺女，你过得好吗？没什么事，就是给你打个电话。”
大部分的父母，尤其是与子女相隔千里的父母，跟子女打电话时的开场白好像总是“没什么事，就是给你打个电话。”难道父母真的是因为无聊、没事可做，才拨通了电话？

“没什么事，就是给你打个电话。”其实，这句话里的含义包括：“好长时间没见你了”“这周回家看看吧”“想你了”“我爱你”等等。
父母会对孩子说：“没什么事，就是给你打个电话。”
热恋中的情侣会说：“没什么事，就是想听听你的声音。”
好朋友会说：“没什么事，就是问问你周末有没有时间聚聚。”

“没什么，就是……”这句话好像没什么特别的含义，却又意义深刻。当说出这句话时，“没什么”其实意味着“有什么”。

学习重点——什么
1.这个计划没什么问题，可以发给客户了。
2.有什么不明白的地方，可以给我发邮件。
3.附近没有什么好吃的餐厅。
4.妈妈每次打电话时都会先说，没什么事，其实我知道她想我了。
5.我找你没什么特别的事，就是想请你帮我一个忙。

边听边说 More than Chinese Listening

第七集 这些都是爱的表达

Sin la letra eñe no sería lo mismo nuestro idioma: español, tampoco España, sonaría incompleto señor, mañana, niño y año. ¿Lo imaginas? 
Hoy hablaremos del origen de la letra ñ, así como algunas curiosidades. Comencemos.

Español con todo 

La letra Ñ: origen y curiosidades

Part 4. Listening & Comprehension:

Please answer the following questions of understanding:

Question 1:
On what date does Christmas take place?
a The date varies from year to year
b 20th December
c 31st December
d 25th December


Question 2:
Which mythical figure is said to deliver presents on Christmas?
a The Easter Bunny
b Saint Patrick
c Santa Claus
d Christmas Angel


Question 3:
How are children's present requests said to be granted or denied on Christmas?
a Randomly
b Through a specially designed mathematical formula
c Nobody is quite sure
d By reviewing their presence on either the "Good" or "Naughty" List


Question 4:
Which parties are said to help Santa Claus make and deliver presents?
a Elves
b He performs the work himself
c Magical reindeer
d A and C


Question 5:
On Christmas, where are presents typically found?
a Underneath the Christmas tree and in stockings
b In the chimney
c In the mailbox
d Hidden throughout the house


See you tomorrow on my profile to get daily 2 minute English to improve your Speaking & Thinking, Reading, Writing & Thinking and Listening & Comprehension. 

English Daily Listening practice to improve your Listening & Comprehension

Português Fluente foi produzido para aprendizes de português como língua estrangeira. Neste episódio você vai conhecer a autora brasileira Cora Coralina e ouvir um de seus poemas. 

Português Fluente com Cynthia

Cora Coralina

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