The chemist asked me about my symptoms. I had a high temperature1, as well as a cough and a sore throat , plus my neck was very painful

I went to see my doctor for a check-up because I felt extremely tired and lacked energy. At times I felt confused, and my husband thought I looked very pale too.

I ate some fish which didn't taste good, and it gave me an upset stomach. 

English Mini Lessons

Illness

En este episodio aprenderás un poco de vocabulario básico de rutina diaria.
In this episode you will learn basic vocabulary of daily routine.


Lecturas Cortas en Español/ Short readings in Spanish

Mi día

第10回目は、お花見について話しました。
いま、日本はお花見の季節です。うらやましい！わたしも桜を見に行きたいです...

In the 10th episode, I talked about cherry blossom viewing.
Now is the season of Hanami in Japan. I am so jealous! I want to go see cherry blossoms too...

Plain Japanese Podcast やさしい にほんご ポッドキャスト

#10 お花見 Cherry Blossom Viewing

This episode  is about five tips to improve your fluency
Learning English is a marathon. It's a long run.
It requires high levels of motivation that are sustained for many years.


FLO TALKS 

FIVE TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR FLUENCY &  MINDSET IN LEARNING

En el episodio de hoy aprenderás: 

Qué significa la palabra "guiri" en español.

Si la palabra coloquial "guiri" es despectiva o no. 

Sabrás si tú eres considerado un guiri en España.

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Español coloquial

¿Eres un guiri?

In today's episode, I teach you how to use the idiomatic phrase 'in light of'. It's a wonderful native speaker phrase to use in your exam instead of more common and often over-used expressions such as 'because of' or 'due to'. 

Enjoy the podcast, and remember that if you want quality IELTS training with an ex-examiner, book an appointment today with me, Cambridge David

IELTS with Cambridge David

Great phrases for IELTS - in light of

First and foremost, carefully read the passage or section and understand its main idea and purpose. Pay attention to the overall theme and the information presented. This will help you grasp the essence of the passage and identify the most relevant title.

Next, consider the tone and style of the passage. Is it informative, persuasive, or narrative? This will guide you in choosing a title that accurately reflects the overall tone and style of the passage.

Look for recurring keywords or phrases that capture the central idea or main theme. These keywords often provide clues to help you select an appropriate title. Consider the main points and arguments presented in the passage and choose a title that reflects these key elements.

When selecting a title, think about its broad and inclusive nature. A good title should encapsulate the main idea or purpose of the passage without being too specific or narrow. It should be able to cover the entire content of the passage or section.

Avoid titles that are overly generic or too similar to the headings or subheadings within the passage. Look for titles that capture the uniqueness and distinctiveness of the content. A strong title should entice readers and give them a clear sense of what to expect from the passage.

Pay attention to any contrasting or conflicting ideas presented in the passage. Consider whether the title you choose accurately represents the overall message, even if there are opposing viewpoints or multiple perspectives.

Allocate a specific amount of time for each question and avoid spending too much time deliberating on a single title. If you're uncertain about a title, make an educated guess and move on.

To enhance your skills in answering Choosing a Title questions, practice with a variety of authentic IELTS reading materials. Familiarize yourself with different question formats and expose yourself to diverse topics and writing styles.

IELTS Insights📚📝

IELTS INSIGHTS READING TITLE

Sam is a meteor from outer space. After leaving his homeland orbit, Sam was pulled towards the nearest large planet. When entering Earth’s atmosphere, he faced so much resistance. This created extremely high temperatures which burned away layers and layers of his body. As a result, Sam, who used to be giant when floating in space, became so little that he could fit in a fisherman’s hand.
 
The overwhelming amount of pain Sam suffered as a result of his entry caused him to fall into a deep state of unconsciousness. When Sam struck the Earth, he was fast asleep. 

Waking up and opening his eyes, Sam sees nothing but a vast cloudless blue sky. An enormous wave of peace and serenity washes over him. He is like a newborn baby experiencing the wonder and mystery of life for the first time. For a few moments, this serene blueness the only mental phenomenon swimming around his meteor consciousness. Seconds later, questions appear. 

Where am I? What happened? What comes next?

Due to his traumatic experience, Sam has lost all memory of his life before coming to Earth. He rolls over and looks down the beach. There are some large laughing figures running around, chasing a flying red disk. Further away there are two large ones holding long boards under their arms while walking into the water. Closer to Sam, there are several little figures picking up other rocks and showing each other. 

“Wow, look at that one!” says one of the little boys. “It looks like emerald. With a little bit of sapphire too!” 

I wish that those boys will pick me up and take me with them… I want to explore, to see precisely what life on Earth has to offer…

“Come quick!” yells one of the boys, eagerly running straight to Sam. “Look at this one! It’s so strange and ugly, but fascinating at the same time!” 

“Grab it, quick! Before mom sees!” 

A distant voice calls for the two children to return to the family car. “Boys, we’re going now. Hurry up.” 