I want to create a fun way for beginners to learn the basics of English in all different situations.

ESL with Tim your "mate" from Australia

Would you like to learn how to greet people in the UK? This episode focuses on British English greetings specifically, but many of them can still be used when speaking English all over the world. Let's talk about them now...

Words & phrases used in this episode:
- Hello! / Hi! 
- Morning! 
- Y'alright? (A combination of 'you' and 'alright')
- How are you? 

Conversational English With Josh 

British English Greetings

Умеешь держать себя в руках? 
Как ты выпускаешь пар?

Ты со мной? 

"Держать себя в руках" 

wàng zì fěi bó

妄：胡乱的；菲薄：小看，轻视。

“妄自菲薄”意为过分看轻自己，形容自卑。

Chinese idioms (中国成语)

妄自菲薄

In this episode, I'll share my five top tips for improving your Spanish level based on my experience learning English. 

Rock your Spanish

5 Consejos para mejorar tu nivel de español

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#113〉9月9日金曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/22℃ 

大樹町/たいきちょう
・ロケットを打ち上げるための宇宙港を作る
・その前に、着工式
・来年、完成予定

［単語］
ロケット/ろけっと…空に行くための乗り物
打ち上げ/うちあげ…空に上がること
宇宙/うちゅう…空の上
宇宙港/うちゅうこう…宇宙に行くための港
着工/ちゃっこう…建物などを作り始めること
式/しき…関係する人が集まって、お祝いをする。
完成/かんせい…（物が）できる

レッスン待ってます♪


北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#113〉9月9日金曜日　ロケットを打ち上げるための港を作る

🎙️ Get ready for an exciting new episode of "Famous Places"! In this episode, we take you on a captivating journey to one of the world's most iconic landmarks: the Eiffel Tower! 🗼

Discover this magnificent structure's rich history, architectural wonders, and fascinating stories. From its construction to its status as a symbol of Paris, we delve into the secrets and allure of the Eiffel Tower. 🌍✨

Remember to stay engaged and test your knowledge with our accompanying quiz. Challenge yourself and see how well you know the Eiffel Tower! 🧐🎓

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Famous Places 🌍🏛️ 

The Eiffel Tower 🗼🇫🇷

An acqui-hire, short for "acquisition hire," is a strategic business move wherein a company acquires another company primarily to assimilate its talented workforce. This approach has gained significant popularity, particularly within the realm of technology startups, due to its potential benefits.
By acquiring a company for its employees, the acquiring company gains access to a pool of skilled professionals with domain expertise, specialized knowledge, and a proven track record of collaboration. This not only allows the acquiring company to augment its existing talent pool but also expedites the onboarding process by fostering a cohesive and high-performing team that already possesses a collective understanding of each other's strengths and working dynamics.
Moreover, an effective acqui-hire can yield several advantages. Firstly, it enables the acquiring company to swiftly bolster its human capital, injecting fresh talent into its workforce. These new hires often bring diverse perspectives, innovative ideas, and specialized skill sets that can significantly enhance the company's competitive edge and foster innovation.
Additionally, the pre-established cohesion among the acquired team members can contribute to a seamless integration process, minimizing disruptions and ensuring a smooth transition. This can be particularly advantageous in fast-paced industries where time is of the essence.


The Global Professional Podcast

Business Dictionary - Acqui-hire - EP 7

I review the book entitled  The Bilingual Brain: And What It Tells Us about the Science of Language by Albert Costa. 