저 어제 월급 탔어요.
제가 밥 사줄게요.
我昨天领工资了。
我请你吃一顿。

정말요? 그럼 저야 좋지요! 
뭐 사줄 건데요?
真的吗？ 那我可太高兴了！
你要请我吃什么？

이번에 우리 동네에 패밀리 레스토랑이
새로 생겼다고 하더라고요.
우리 거기 가봐요.
最近我们小区里新开了一家家族西餐厅。
我们去那儿吧。

신난다! 
근데 너무 무리하는 거 아니에요?
好开心！
但是你会不会有负担啊？

*어휘 词汇
월급 工资
패밀리 레스토랑 家族西餐厅
부담, 무리 负担

[YOON] 1분 한국어

저 어제 월급 탔어요. 我昨天领工资了。

Here is a question to ask yourself: Are you a reader or a listener? Do you process information better in written form or when it’s delivered to you verbally? Have you ever thought about what the difference between the two is? A reader is someone who learns easily from reading from things like articles, textbooks, or even powerpoint slides. A listener learns from hearing things like lectures  or presentations. 

* If you want to skip vocabulary part, you can move straight to 1:33

All-Weather English

Are you a reader or a listener?

Воскресенье - последний день отдыха! 

Всем привет! Вот, сегодня воскресенье - последний выходной практически для всех. А кто-то работает в воскресенье. Есть люди, которые работают в воскресенье. 
Но всё же я надеюсь, что в этот день вы хорошо отдохнули, хорошо провели время в кругу семьи или с друзьями, или даже наедине с собой. И сегодня я написала для вас небольшой текст. 


Внизу я оставлю мой текст, который я написала для вас, чтобы вам было легче понимать. Пока вы слушаете, вы можете всегда пройтись глазами по тексту, прочитать текст, чтобы вам было понятно. 
Ну что, приступим, начнём, как говорится. 


Сегодня воскресенье и это значит, что сегодня последний день отдыха. Обычно я не работаю много в этот день, хотя иногда я провожу уроки утром и вечером. 
Сегодня я встала очень поздно, потому что вчера вечером смотрела американский сериал "Калейдоскоп ужасов". Мне очень нравится смотреть ужастики. 
Потом я вспомнила, что у меня закончились продукты  и пошла в магазин. Обычно я никогда не делаю список того, что надо купить. Но в этот раз я забыла купить овощи. Когда я пришла домой, уже было 3 часа. Я приготовила обед и потом решила немножко отдохнуть. 
Сейчас я вяжу новый свитер. Кто не знает, мне очень нравится вязать.  А как проходит ваше воскресенье?





My diary in Russian

Сегодня воскресенье & Today is Sunday! 🌞

In this episode, we’ll explore the difference between “到达” and “达到” in Chinese. Can both be used when talking about arriving in China? Tune in to learn their meanings, proper usage, and pick up some useful vocabulary along the way:

到达 (dào dá)
中文解释：指到某个具体的地方或位置，常用于描述空间上的移动或过程的完成。
英文解释：To arrive at a specific place or location, often used to describe the completion of movement or action in a spatial sense.

达到 (dá dào)
中文解释：指达到某种程度、标准、目标，多用于抽象的事物，强调过程或结果的实现。
英文解释：To reach a certain degree, standard, or goal, often used for abstract concepts, emphasizing the realization of a process or result.

地方 (dì fāng)
中文解释：指某个特定的地点或区域，通常是较小的、具体的空间。
英文解释：A specific place or area, typically smaller and more concrete in nature.

空间 (kōng jiān)
中文解释：指一个较大或抽象的区域，可以是物理的空间或虚拟的空间。
英文解释：Refers to a larger or more abstract area, which could be physical space or virtual space.

程度 (chéng dù)
中文解释：指某种事物的层次或程度，常用于描述抽象概念的深度或强度。
英文解释：Refers to the level or degree of something, often used to describe the depth or intensity of abstract concepts.

抽象 (chōu xiàng)
中文解释：指概念上非具体、非直观的事物，通常无法通过物理感官直接感知。
英文解释：Refers to things that are non-concrete and non-intuitive in concept, often not directly perceivable through physical senses.


Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

You can say 到达中国 or 达到中国？

No Japão esse emprego existe e neste ep vamos contar um pouco sobre esta profissão

Aprenda Português Com Notícias Insólitas e Malucas -Learn Portuguese With Crazy Isoteric News 

E Se o Seu Trabalho Fosse Não Fazer Nada?

JANE: Hi, Helen! How’s it going?
HELEN: Fine, thanks — and you?
JANE: Just fine. Where are you off to?
HELEN: To the library. I’ve got a history exam next week 
and need to start studying. Ugh.
JANE: Oh, no. Well, I’ll see you later then. Good luck! 
HELEN: Thanks. See you later.


LANGUAGE NOTES
• “Hi” is an informal way of saying “hello.” Notice that the “i” sound in “hi” is extended, to 
show that Jane is very pleased to see Helen.
• “How’s it going?” is an informal way of saying “How are you?”
• “Fine, thanks—and you?” Notice the rising intonation on “and you?” This shows that 
Helen is interested in what Jane has to say.
• “Where are you off to?” is an informal way of saying “Where are you going?” Notice the 
falling intonation since this is an information question, not a “yes/no” question.
• “To the library.” Notice that Helen does not say “I’m going” here because that 
information was already established in the question “Where are you off to?”
• “Oh, no” is a way of saying “I sympathize with you” or “I understand you are not happy.”
• “See you later” is an informal way of saying “goodbye.”

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day2 : Informal Greeting in English

Сначала прочитайте эти слова, они будут в подкасте: 
Детеныш – a joey 
Свидание – a date 
Быть на грани исчезновения – To be on the verge of extinction
Экономика – Economy
Принадлежать – Belong
Аренда – Rent
Дарить в знак уважения – To give as a sign of respect
Содержать – To support 
По слухам – Rumor has it

Listen to the podcast and answer the questions to see if you understood the audio well.

Русский с Валентиной

Новости. Панда родила детёныша

Forget bullet points and dry statistics. Capturing attention and sparking action requires a different approach: storytelling.  Effective communication transforms you from an information provider into a captivating storyteller, weaving a narrative that resonates with your audience.

Why Stories?

Humans are wired for stories. They tap into emotions, create a sense of connection, and make information more memorable.  A well-crafted story in a business presentation can:

Illustrate complex concepts: Imagine explaining a new marketing strategy. By weaving a story about a customer's journey, you make the strategy relatable and engaging.
Highlight challenges and solutions: Business is full of obstacles. Share a story about overcoming a past hurdle, showcasing your problem-solving expertise.
Inspire and motivate: The most powerful stories evoke emotions and ignite action. Use a story of a customer's success to inspire others to do the same.

Identify the Hero: Every story needs a hero. In a business context, the hero could be your customer, your team, or even your company itself.
Define the Obstacle: What challenges does the hero face? This could be a market disruption, a competitor's strategy, or an internal obstacle to overcome.
Showcase the Journey: How does the hero overcome the obstacles? This is where you highlight your product, service, or strategy in action.
Deliver a Satisfying Resolution: What is the positive outcome of the story? Did the hero achieve their goal? Leave your audience with a sense of accomplishment and hope.
Storytelling in Action:

Imagine pitching your innovative new software to potential investors. Instead of a dry presentation full of technical jargon, weave a story about a struggling small business frustrated with outdated software.  Highlight how your product transformed their operations, leading to increased efficiency and growth.  This narrative approach connects on an emotional level, making your pitch more memorable and impactful.



The Global Professional Podcast

Storytelling in Business Communication  EP 28

❥ In this podcast, Teacher Melody from The Aesop for Children. 
❥ Aesop's Fables are free online at:
www.read.gov/aesop/ 
❥ Listen and learn the moral of each story.
❥ Follow along as Teacher Melody Aesop's fable called 
"The Wolf & the Crane"
https://www.read.gov/aesop/006.html
❥The moral of today’s fable is: 
"Expect no reward for serving the wicked."