Are you overwhelmed and tired? Today's phrase will help you to express these emotions in a conversation with a friend in Russian.

Russian Daily with Yaroslava

Ep1 Ничего не говори

One of Kafka's best-known works, The Metamorphosis was first published in 1915. It is often cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is still widely studied in high schools, colleges, and universities across the world. This striking novella tells the story of salesman Gregor Samsa who wakes one morning to find himself mysteriously transformed into a huge insect.

Gregor subsequently struggles, unsuccessfully, to adjust to his new condition. The cause of Gregor's sudden and inexplicable transformation is never revealed, and Kafka himself never gave an explanation. The bulk of the story deals with Gregor's attempts to adjust to his new condition as he deals with being burdensome to his family, which is repulsed by the strange, giant, and verminous creature Gregor has become.

Literary critics and readers alike have generally interpreted The Metamorphosis to be a parable about the individual’s sense of finding himself victimized by large impersonal forces in society which are beyond one's grasp or ability to deal with. Horror, humor, and the surrealism of dreams are all present from the first sentence and stand to this day in this illuminating evocation of the condition of the modern, alienated anti-hero.

Written by Franza Kafka; English translation read by Jason Rosette

Teacher JR Public Speaking's Podcast Wonderworld

The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (English version narrated by Jason Rosette)

Learn this effective exercise to improve tenses, grammar and sentence formation. It's super simple and fun! 

Lisa's Podcast

Sentence gymnastics.

In this episode, we are learning some clothing expressions in three languages

My Levantine Arabic Diary 

Clothing Expressions in Arabic, Turkish, and English

* 다음을 듣고 물음에 답하십시오.
③ 약속 (지문)
남자: 내일 영화 보러 갈래요?
여자: 미안해요. 내일은 친구를 만나야 해요.
남자: 그럼 주말은 어때요?
여자: 좋아요. 토요일 오후에 봐요.

④ 쇼핑 (지문)
점원: 어떤 옷을 찾으세요?
손님: 봄에 입을 자켓을 보고 있어요.
점원: 이건 어때요? 색도 예쁘고 가격도 괜찮아요.
손님: 네, 한번 입어 볼게요.

⑤ 병원 (지문)
의사: 어디가 아프세요?
환자: 어제부터 머리가 아파요.
의사: 열도 있네요. 약 드시고 푹 쉬세요.
환자: 네, 감사합니다.

한국어 토픽 듣기 

한국어 토픽 2 듣기

Voici l'épisode avec dans le lien google doc, le script ainsi que les questions/réponses sur le texte:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UfN30W8Vqs5zSwBUTv-94AQqOWDu5toWoTVwYeVwirk/edit?usp=sharing


bonne écoute!

Améliorez votre compréhension orale en français! 

Lucie part en vacances à Londres (B1)

Lesson 1: Build a Study Habit as Solid as the Titanic’s Hull
The Titanic’s hull was state-of-the-art, yet it wasn’t indestructible. Similarly, your study habits need to be strong, but they don’t have to be perfect. Start small—just like the shipbuilders who started with a blueprint. Dedicate 10–15 minutes daily to learning your language. Research shows that consistent practice, even in small increments, leads to long-term success.
Your daily routine is your hull. If it’s solid, you’ll keep floating, even when you hit minor obstacles.
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Lesson 2: Spot the Icebergs Before They Hit
The Titanic didn’t see the iceberg until it was too late. When it comes to studying, your "icebergs" are distractions, unrealistic expectations, and burnout. Be mindful of these obstacles before they derail you. Set realistic goals, like learning five new words a day instead of fifty.
Think of distractions like incoming icebergs on the horizon—acknowledge them, steer clear, and keep your focus steady.
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Lesson 3: Lifeboats Are Non-Negotiable
The Titanic’s lack of lifeboats was its greatest tragedy. In language learning, lifeboats represent backup plans for when life gets overwhelming. Too tired to study grammar? Watch a short video in your target language instead. Feeling stuck on vocabulary? Try a language game instead of a workbook.
Lifeboats are your Plan B—your way to keep moving forward even when your primary routine is disrupted.
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💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 57 - Lessons to be learnt from a sinking ship - the Titanic 

Try it now！ 听播客回答问题，Listen to the podcast and answer the questions below. There will be a text tomorrow after you finish the exercise!
1. nǚ de fā xiàn le nián qīng rén shén me wèn tí ？ nán de zěn me kàn ？ 
1.女 的 发 现   了 年   轻   人  什   么 问  题 ？ 男  的 怎  么 看  ？ 
2.nǚ de jué dé nián qīng rén bú duàn liàn de yuán yīn shì shén me ？ 
2.女 的 觉  得 年   轻   人  不 锻   炼   的 原   因  是  什   么 ？ 
3.nán de tóng yì nǚ de kàn fǎ ma ？ 
3.男  的 同   意 女 的 看  法 吗 ？ 


他们在聊啥？What are they talking about？

健康意识jiàn kāng yì shí ： health consciousness

Today's phrase for ESL learners is to be "knocked" down.

It can mean anything which has been knocked over, it can also mean when someone is involved in a car accident.
Examples:
My little cat sometimes knocks things over (or knocks things down).
My friend was knocked down by a passing car.


