Hello, in this episode I say more about OET (Occupational English Test) which I mentioned in my previous episode. This is the English test that healthcare professionals need to be able to work in the UK, America, Canada, Australia, etc. In future episodes I wil talk about the different sections, writing and speaking. If you have any qs, you can message me on italki and I will be happy to answer them.

Kev's English Podcast

 Kev's English Podcast: Episode 18 Introduction to OET

How do you improve your IELTS band score. In this podcast I’m going to give you 1 simple strategy to help you get the band score you need.

The technique I’m going to teach you is paraphrase. Yes, paraphrasing is very important, and it’s something that IELTS examiners listen out for. In the IELTS band descriptors you will see that you can not get a band score 6 or 7 unless you can paraphrase effectively.

Let me give you an example.

Let’s say in part 1 the examiner asks you about your hometown and asks you this question: Is your hometown a popular destination for foreigners?

You should answer the question by choosing a synonym for foreigners, for example, tourists.

You could also choose a synonym  for destination, for example visit.

So, when the examiner asks you “Is your hometown a popular destination for foreigners?” you could answer like this:

Yes, many tourists visit my hometown. 

So, you’ve answered the question using paraphrase.

Instead of foreigners you said tourists and instead of destination, you said visit.

Let me teach you again. If the examiner asks you “Is your hometown a popular destination for foreigners?” you could answer:

Yes, many tourists visit my hometown. 

Book an IELTS speaking exam preparation lesson with me to improve your IELTS score.




IELTS Speaking Practice

1 IELTS strategy to improve your IELTS score - paraphrase

I will read a little simple poem for you about love, at the end you can continue it by yourself, tell what ideas you have, it can be something funny or serious and we can discuss it during the class, I will be happy to see you in my class!
Lass uns über Liebe reden!
Ich werde Ihnen ein kleines einfaches Gedicht über die Liebe vorlesen, am Ende können Sie es alleine weiterführen, sagen Sie mir was für Ideen Sie haben, es kann etwas Lustiges oder Ernstes sein und wir können es im Unterricht besprechen, ich freue mich darauf! 


Deutsch mit Anna A1-A2

Liebe

سلام من برگشتم با یه پادکست جدید. امروز می‌خوام به شما یک اصطلاح خیلی خیلی پرکاربرد در زبان فارسی یاد بدم "خسته نباشید. 
این اصطلاح در انگلیسی می‌تونه ترجمه بشه به
 "I hope you are not feeling tired" 
اما این اصطلاح دقیقا این معنی رو نداره و ما تو جاهای مختلف ازش استفاده می‌کنیم. امروز من به شما کاربردهای مختلف "خسته نباشید" رومیگم، امیدوارم که کامل مفهومش رو متوجه بشید.  
کاربرد شماره‌ی یک، مثلا وقتی که شما در کلاس هستین و کلاستون تموم میشه و می‌خوایند کلاس رو ترک کنید یا وقتیکه استاد می‌خواد کلاس رو ترک کنه پس شما می‌تونید به استاد بگین "استاد خسته نباشید، خداحافظ".
 کاربرد شماره‌ی دو، مثلا وقتی وارد یک مغازه می شید برای خرید کردن می‌تونین بگین "سلام خسته نباشید" پس همون موقع که وارد مغازه میشید می‌تونید بگید "سلام آقا خسته نباشید" و بعد سوالتون رو بپرسید و..
 کاربرد شماره‌ی سه مثلا وقتی که یک نفر از سر کار برمی‌گرده و خسته است فرض کنید همسر شما از سر کار برمیگرده می‌تونید بهش بگید "خسته نباشی عزیزم" و..
 کاربرد شماره ی چهار، بعضی وقتها ما از این اصطلاح به عنوان طعنه استفاده می‌کنیم فرض کنید دوست شما به شما قول داده یه کاری رو انجام بده و شما به اون زنگ می‌زنید و اون میگه من این کار رو انجام ندادم پس شما می‌تونید بهش بگین "خسته نباشی واقعا!"
 راستی در جواب "خسته نباشید" می‌تونید بگین "سلامت باشین"...  بله اینم از اصطلاح پرکاربرد امروز. امیدوارم ازش خوشتون اومده باشه و وقتی ایران اومدین به خوبی ازش استفاده کنید. تا پادکست بعدی خدانگهدار.


Persian with Shakiba (Upper-Intermediate - Advanced)

خسته نباشید!

เจนแวะมาทักทายและสวัสดีปีใหม่ค่ะ ในขณะเดียวกันก็อยากให้นักเรียนได้ฝึกฟังภาษาไทยไปด้วย
ปีนี้เจนจะพยายามอัด Podcast ให้มากขึ้น และหวังว่าจะเป็นประโยชน์กับนักเรียนที่กำลังเรียนภาษาไทย

Learn Thai by Kru Jane 

สวัสดีปีใหม่ 2568  Happy New Year 2025

Are you feeling a knot of anxiety in your stomach every time company news breaks? Are you worried about potential layoffs or restructuring? Job insecurity can be a real drag on your well-being and career growth. I understand your concerns. Here are some key signs to watch for that might indicate it's time to explore new opportunities:

Is your company experiencing constant downsizing, hiring freezes, or departmental mergers? These frequent changes can create a stressful atmosphere and signal potential instability.

Does your manager avoid discussing future goals or your role in the company's direction? A lack of transparency regarding career paths and long-term plans can be a red flag.

Are there limited opportunities for professional development? Is there a culture of stagnation and a lack of encouragement for upskilling or reskilling? A dead-end job can hinder your long-term career aspirations.

Do you feel underutilized or constantly passed over for challenging projects? Is your skillset not being leveraged effectively? Feeling undervalued can be demotivating and impact your sense of purpose.

Is your job impacting your mental or physical health? Are you experiencing burnout, anxiety, or decreased work-life balance? Prioritizing your well-being is crucial, and a toxic work environment might require a change.

 Leaving a job is a significant decision.  Before making the leap, consider:

Do you have an emergency fund to cover expenses during a job search?
Research current trends and opportunities in your field.
What kind of work environment and opportunities do you seek?

I can assist you in crafting a strong resume and cover letter, offer practice interviews, and connect you with valuable job search resources. Don't hesitate to schedule an appointment and explore your options.  Remember, your career path is yours to navigate.

The Global Professional Podcast

 Is It Time to Say Goodbye? - Episode 103

Indra Nooyi является известным бизнес-лидером и экс-президентом PepsiCo, крупнейшей компании по производству напитков и еды в мире. Она родилась в Индии и получила образование в Индии и в США. На протяжении многих лет она успешно руководила PepsiCo, внедряя инновационные идеи и стратегии. Она также известна своими выступлениями и деловыми выступлениями по всему миру и является вдохновляющим примером для многих женщин в бизнесе.

Molodets! Подкаст по изучению английского языка и американской культуре для носителей русского языка

Molodets (3.5) Текст на этой неделе посвящен Индре Нуйи.

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#122〉9月30日金曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/22℃ 

北見市/きたみし
・果樹園でりんごの収穫作業が始まった
・700本のりんごの木
・真っ赤に色づいたりんごをていねいにもぎ取った

［単語］
果樹園/かじゅえん…果物の木がたくさんある場所
りんご…赤い果物
収穫/しゅうかく…おいしくなった食べ物を取る。
作業/さぎょう…仕事
真っ赤/まっか…とても赤い。ほかに、「真っ黒」「真っ白」
色づく/いろづく…果物などの色が赤や黄色などに変わること
もぎ取る/もぎとる…むりにとる。ちからを使ってとる。

〈美和Miwa〉
日本語の先生
Podcast「どこでも.JAPANESE」も放送中！

レッスン待ってます♪

［レッスンLesson］
italki日本語教師　美和Miwa 
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［Twitter］
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北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#122〉9月30日金曜日　真っ赤なりんごを取る！

Oi gente, aqui é Aneleh, sua tutora de português favorita. No podcast de hoje falaremos sobre a diferença entre os verbos “saber” e “conhecer”. Se você é iniciante e está se sentindo perdido, pode pular direto para a parte em que explico tudo isso em inglês em um minuto e quarenta segundos.
Se quiser acompanhar o script do podcast é só clicar nesse link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sb3f4OiI6qgwqprPslZOlvPsedEoUgrhDHoBTvyEzzM/edit?usp=sharing
Vamos lá?
Hi everyone, this is Aneleh, your favorite Portuguese tutor. In today's podcast we will talk about the difference between the verbs "saber" and "conhecer". If you're a beginner and you're feeling lost, you can skip straight to the part where I explain all this in English in one minute and forty seconds.
If you want to follow the podcast script, just click on this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sb3f4OiI6qgwqprPslZOlvPsedEoUgrhDHoBTvyEzzM/edit?usp=sharing
Let's go?