In this episode we go into depth about Hofstede's first cultural dimension which is POWER DISTANCE, introducing key principles of power distance which are: Organisational Structure, Meritocracy vs Nepotism, Corruption vs Accountability, Centralisation vs Decentralisation, Asymmetry and Respect, Welfare and Family. 

In the second part (exclusively on YouTube) we will analyse three nations regarding the reasons for their perceived levels on the Power Distance Index (PDI)

More Than English Podcast

What is POWER DISTANCE? (1/2) | Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions | More than English Podcast #005

"Gossip" in English. Te contamos sobre si es o no popular en Argentina y México, y posibles consecuencias al implementarlo.
Aprovechá para sumar vocabulario!

Me acompaña Martin!

Perfil de Martin, profe acá también en Italki: https://www.italki.com/teacher/5211013

Dale Play al Español

El chisme

Today we're talking about an idiom that comes from the sport of boxing. I hope you find it useful!

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

Have you ever done this with a towel?

❥ In this podcast, Melo reads from The Aesop for Children found for free online at: https://www.read.gov/aesop/001.html
❥ Listen and learn the moral of each story.
❥ Practice listening and/or reading comprehension by answering the quiz questions.
❥ Today's fable is called “The Fox & the Stork” and can be found here:
https://www.read.gov/aesop/016.html
❥The moral of today’s fable is: 
“Do not play tricks on your neighbors unless you can stand the same treatment yourself.”

❥ 在这个播客中，梅洛朗读了《儿童伊索》，可在网上免费找到：https://www.read.gov/aesop/001.html
❥聆听并学习每个故事的寓意。
❥ 通过回答问答问题练习听力和/或阅读理解。
❥ 今天的寓言叫"狐狸与鹳"，可以在这里找到：
https://www.read.gov/aesop/016.html
❥今天的寓言故事的寓意是： 
"不要欺骗您的邻居，除非您自己也能忍受同样的待遇。"

Life Lessons from Aesop's Fables

Episode 15: The Fox & the Stork

Forget what everyone else says—this tip is all about empowering YOU to embrace the learning methods that work for you, no matter how unconventional they may seem. Research shows that confidence and personal relevance are key to successful learning. So why let someone else dictate your path? When it feels wrong, then it is probably wrong for you. That is also why this podcast is about 111 Tips for Learning a Language and Not 111 Must Do Methods for Learning a Language.

💥 Know that you are allowed to break Free from Convention:
Teachers might tell you that memorizing sentences word-for-word isn’t the best approach. Sure, there’s logic behind understanding sentence structure to expand your conversation skills. But what if you just want to start speaking now? What if memorizing phrases helps you get that plate of food, navigate a new city, or simply break the ice in a conversation? Guess what? That’s totally okay!

Studies indicate that personalized learning strategies—no matter how unconventional—can enhance motivation and retention. So, if memorizing a few key phrases helps you feel confident and ready to speak, go for it! It’s your learning journey, and every step counts.


💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 40 - Whatever Goes, Goes! 🌟

In this episode, we’ll explore the key differences between 只要 and 只有. Both of these words might seem similar at first, but they actually serve different functions in a sentence! Do they both mean “as long as”? Or is there a subtle nuance you should be aware of? I’ll break it down with clear explanations and practical examples. Tune in and make sure you never mix them up again!

条件 (tiáo jiàn)
中文解释：指达成某种目的所需要的前提、要求。
英文解释：Refers to the prerequisites or requirements needed to achieve a certain goal.

满足 (mǎn zú)
中文解释：达到某种要求或标准，感到合适或充分。
英文解释：To meet the requirements or standards, or to feel satisfied or fulfilled.

唯一 (wéi yī)
中文解释：指只有一个，没有其他。
英文解释：Refers to being the only one, with no other alternatives.

Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

Which One Means “As Long As”? 只要 or 只有？

In this traditional short story you will hear how a crow and a fox fight for a piece of cheese!

Short Stories for (our inner) Child(ren)

Traditional Story: The crow and the fox: el cuervo y el zorro

CHISTES MEXICANOS

HUEVOS RANCHEROS.

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#155〉2月2日木曜日　天気/くもり　気温/-5℃ 

・北海道だけの動物が多い
・「エゾ」という名前が前についている動物が多い
・エゾモモンガ
・エゾリス
・エゾシカ
・昔、北海道は「蝦夷」と呼ばれていた
・キタキツネは 今まで何度も見たことがある。
・犬くらいの大きさで、 黄色いような、茶色いような色をしている。
・1番大きい動物はヒグマ
・ 私は動物園でしか見たことがない



［単語］
蝦夷/えぞ
野生/やせい

レッスン待ってます♪

