Is academic success about working hard or just being naturally good at something? What do you think? 

In this episode, Nick gives you some ideas on this topic

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

Do you think academic success is more about hard work or natural ability?

Each week I read an interesting news article from the BBC. Listen along to the words and pronunciation and I will also share with you the link to the story so that you can read along as well. This week's news article can be found here: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-63645765

The Breaking News Podcast

Deliveroo: UK-based food delivery firm quits Australia

Here are five ways to say "hi" in Chinese, along with examples of how to use them:
1. 你好 (nǐ hǎo) - This is a very common way to greet someone in Chinese, and is similar to saying "hello" in English. Example: "你好，怎么样？" (Nǐ hǎo, zěn me yàng?) - "Hi, how are you?" 
2. 您好 (nín hǎo) - This is a more formal way of greeting someone, and is used when addressing someone older or in a position of authority. Example: "您好，我是来自美国的留学生。" (Nín hǎo, wǒ shì lái zì Měiguó de liúxuéshēng.) - "Hello, I am a student from the United States." 
3. 大家好 (dà jiā hǎo) - This is a way to greet a group of people, and is similar to saying "hello, everyone" or "hello, all" in English. Example: "大家好，我是新来的。" (Dà jiā hǎo, wǒ shì xīn lái de.) - "Hello, everyone, I am new here."
4. 哈喽 (hā lóu) is a casual way of greeting someone in Chinese, similar to saying "hi" or "hey" in English. The word is derived from the English word "hello," and is often used among friends or in informal situations.
Example: "哈喽，你最近过得怎么样？" (Hā lóu, nǐ zuìjìn guò de zěn me yàng?) - "Hi, how have you been lately?"
It is worth noting that 哈喽 is not as commonly used as other greetings such as 你好 (nǐ hǎo) or 您好 (nín hǎo) in Chinese. It is more commonly used among younger people or in casual settings.
5. 嗨 (hāi) - This is a more informal and casual way of greeting someone, and is similar to saying "hi" or "hey" in English. Example: "嗨，最近过得怎么样？" (Hāi, zuìjìn guò de zěn me yàng?) - "Hi, how have you been lately?" 


Five Ways to Say XXX in Chinese

5 ways to say "hi" in Chinese

This time I'm talking about Nasu, in Tochigi. 

I hope everyone is having a wonderful day :) 

April in Tokyo

Nasu, Tochigi. 那須、栃木

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EP 29 Learn Thai reading in 2 minutes EP6  A foreigner likes eating Tom Yam Gung  

Today we're talking about the word "crux". This means the most important or serious part of a matter, problem, or argument.

Don't forget that my full time job is helping international English speakers who use English as a second language at work to improve their communication stills. You can book my time right here on iTalki and I look forward to meeting you.

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This is the most important think you'll hear today.

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このPodcastは、日本語を勉強しているみなさんに向けたPodcastです。


今日もN4です！
〜ほうがいい、をします！
これは、することとか、しないことを、相手に助言する時の言い方です。

adviceとか、recommendationとか、ですかね。
こうしたらいいよ、とか、これはおすすめしないよとか、そんな感じです。

では早速、例文いきましょう！

・日本語は毎日勉強したほうがいいですよ。

・ただ見るよりも、声に出したほうがいいですよ。

・明日早いので、もう寝たほうがいいですよ。

・海外旅行で知らない場所に行くときは、夜はあまり出歩かないほうがいいですよ。

・全部自分でやりすぎないほうがいいですよ。

こんな感じです！

どうですか？
伝わりますか？

相手にアドバイスなどをする時に使うことができます。
いつも通り、声に出したり、例文作ったりして、練習してみてくださいね！

特に声を出したほうがいいですよ！
ーほうがいい、使ってみました！👍

ということで、今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！ではまた！

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#295 N4 〜ほうがいい、について！

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Inside the Railway Station

In this video, I help English learners improve their listening and vocabulary by reading and explaining a BBC News story about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 and the Edinburgh International Festival 2025.

📍 These world-famous arts festivals are held in Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, every August. From comedy and theatre to classical music and dance, they bring artists and performers from all over the world.

🎧 What you’ll learn in this video:
• Real English from the news
• British pronunciation and vocabulary
• Insight into Scottish culture and events

📰 Based on a real BBC News story – perfect for intermediate and upper-intermediate learners.

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Related links:
BBC News original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gz344xxzro
Official Fringe website: https://www.edfringe.com
Edinburgh International Festival: https://www.eif.co.uk

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