Fox or Tiger? Who is the king of the forest？

成语故事

狐假虎威

We delve into the intricate and often humorous interplay between these two neighboring cultures – Norway and Sweden. Much like Newton's laws of thermodynamics, the principles of conversation dynamics between Norwegians and Swedes can be observed and understood through a few key laws:

First Law: The Law of Politeness Conservation
In any conversation between a Norwegian and a Swede, politeness is neither created nor destroyed but merely transferred. Each party carefully navigates the exchange, ensuring that respect and civility remain balanced and intact.

Second Law: The Principle of Understatement Equilibrium
Understatements in Norwegian-Swedish dialogue tend to seek equilibrium. When one party downplays an event or achievement, the other instinctively matches this tone, creating a harmonious balance of modesty and humor.

Third Law: The Entropy of Misunderstandings
As the complexity of conversation increases, so does the potential for misunderstandings. These are often caused by the subtle nuances and cultural references unique to each nation. Yet, this entropy is often countered by the shared history and mutual respect between Norwegians and Swedes, leading to resolution and clarity.

Join us as we explore these dynamics and uncover the fascinating, and often understated, art of Norwegian-Swedish communication.

Everything Zenified 

The Dynamics of Scandinavian Communication – Understatements 

En este episodio hablaremos brevemente sobre los efectos de la música al aprender un idioma.
te sorprenderá este corto episodio a la vez que aprendes escuchando.

Cuentos breves de motivación.

¿Puede la música ayudarnos a aprender un idioma?

I will tell you about 
🌞 life as an emigrant in Spain 
👅 the two basic requirements for Spanish citizenship by residence (DELE and CCSE) 🤑 money 
💯 preparation for exams with https://teach.italki.com/teacher/3876134

DELE and CCSE for Spanish citizenship

Welcome to DELE and CCSE for Spanish citizenship podcast

拼音

请客(qǐngkè)，treat somebody to a meal ，have you ever 请客？ What would you say during 请客? 
Today's vocabulary ：
AA制（zhì）：split the bill 
聚餐（jùcān）：get together and have a meal
忌口（jìkǒu）：the food you don’t eat
点餐（diǎncān）：to order food
推荐（tuījiàn）：to recommend
招牌菜（zhāopáicài）：specialty
别客气（biékèqi）：make yourself at home
随便点（suíbiàndiǎn）：order whatever you want 
抢（qiǎng）： scramble
消费（xiāofèi）：consume , consumption
饥不择食（jībùzéshí）： eat whatever you can catch

chinesewithserana

请客（treat somebody to a meal）

The Short And Sweet English Learning Podcast

Episode 1, US Tariffs on China 

私が東京に旅行した経験をポッドキャストでつくりました。これを聞いて夏の東京を感じてください。


J'ai créé un podcast sur mes expériences de voyage à Tokyo. Écoutez-le et ressentez Tokyo en été.

SAMURAI BROADCAST　侍放送  継続は力ニャり

Vol.71 東京物語　VOYAGE A TOKYO

Transcript:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JLikBSeqMOjVYniaOzLwQxaN7N-nm6jj-teWCEm3pqE/edit?usp=sharing