When it comes to communicating effectively, especially for those working across international borders, being a great communicator is not just about the words we say. It is vital to understand international etiquette to avoid offending people. Listen to some great tips to help you express yourself politely in English.


UK TALKS WITH LIZ

EPISODE 3: KEYS TO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

In this episode, I explain how to ask your friends "You good? Are you bored?" in Japanese. There are some cultural differences between Japanese and English. 

Takeshi's 2 minutes Japanese!

How to say "Are you bored?" in Japanese without offending anyone!

... Но лето, лето особенно упоительно в том краю. Там надо искать свежего сухого воздуха, напоенного — не лимоном и не лавром, а просто запахом полыни, сосны и черемухи; там искать ясных дней, слегка жгучих, но не палящих лучей солнца и почти в течение трех месяцев безоблачного неба.
Как пойдут ясные дни, то и длятся недели три-четыре; и вечер тепел там, и ночь душна. Звезды так приветливо, так дружески мигают с небес.
Дождь ли пойдет — какой благотворный летний дождь! Хлынет бойко, обильно, весело запрыгает, точно крупные и жаркие слезы внезапно обрадованного человека; а только перестанет — солнце уже опять с ясной улыбкой любви осматривает и сушит поля и пригорки: и вся страна опять улыбается счастьем в ответ солнцу.
Радостно приветствует дождь крестьянин: «Дождичек вымочит, солнышко высушит!» — говорит он, подставляя с наслаждением под теплый ливень лицо, плечи и спину.
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Нескучные истории - Not boring stories

Отрывок из романа Ивана Гончарова "Обломов"


This episode explores the evolution of Hinglish, a fusion of Hindi and English in modern communication. It highlights Hinglish's role in reflecting India's diverse cultural landscape, particularly in metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Hinglish serves as a bridge between traditional roots and global trends. Its vibrant nature captures urban life, blending two languages into a unique identity. 

 बातें शातें (Baatein Shaatein)

Episode 1- हिंग्लिश का सफर | The Evolution of Hinglish

This movie is about a girl who goes to Rome after her mother dies, and learns more about her mother's life.

Vocabulary:
for short: indicates a nickname
to stay put: to stay in the same place
influential: having lots of influence
to spout out: to say things
to storm into: to angrily walk into
a pick-me-up: something that makes someone feel better (example: ice cream)
gelato: Italian ice cream
to take something the wrong way: to feel upset by something that wasn't intended to upset you
audition: having your skills tested in order to be accepted into a school
exceptional: amazing
to pluck up the courage: to do something brave
reject: to say no to someone or something
approval: permission

Learn English with Stories

Movie: Love & Gelato

ADEL ALBANNA: A PROFISSIONAL ARABIC TEACHER

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In this lesson, we will be going through a couple of phrases which can or are used to describe both feelings of happiness and sadness. They can be used interchangeably in different situations.

The Amplify English Podcast

Phrases used when expressing the feeling of happiness or sadness.

・Floor
何階　3階：≪なんかい・なんがい≫≪３かい・３がい≫どちらもいう事ができる。


・Times
何回　3回　　”がい”　はいう事ができない。


・Intonation
回　上がるイントネーション、下がるイントネーション、どちらもOK
階　上がるイントネーションだけ　OK



日本の階に”グランドフロア(ground floor) はありません。　
In Japan, there is no 'Ground Floor.'

ようへい先生　N4～N3　レベルの生徒（せいと）へ　(^^♪

「かい」　階 vs 回

These days, many people had to make tough choices in life. One of the toughest choices is to choose love or career? If a person can make you happy. The same person can also make you sad.