Being able to talk on a wide variety of topics is really helpful for getting a higher mark on the IELTS test. In this podcast I will help you to form opinions and ideas for Speaking Part 3 and Writing Part 2. You can also book a private lesson with me on my profile. Hope to see you in a lesson soon!

In this episode, we’ll explore two very common Chinese words: “原来” and “本来”. Many Chinese learners feel confused because these two words seem similar and are sometimes translated the same way in English. Are they really interchangeable? When can you use one but not the other?

Can you guess what this idiom means? 🤔 My best friend is visiting this weekend. I haven’t seen them in a year, so I’m going to cook their favourite meals, buy them a little gift, and basically "spoil them rotten"!

Are these sentences OK? I just learned something. If I say; - I wish I knew this sooner. Something is happening right now. If I say; - I wish I knew this was happening.

How was everyone’s year-end and New Year holiday? I spent a wonderful and memorable time with my friends. We welcomed the New Year together, which made the moment feel even more special. After the countdown, we went to a shrine for Hatsumode, the first shrine visit of the year, and drew omikuji to see our fortunes. It was exciting and a little nerve-wracking to read the results, but it was a fun way to start the year. Later that night, we went for a drive toward the ocean. Driving late at night, feeling the cold air, and listening to music with my friends created a peaceful and unforgettable atmosphere. It felt like time slowed down, and I truly enjoyed being in the moment. On New Year’s Day, I went to a hot spring with my friends. Since it was extremely cold at the beginning of the year, soaking in the warm water felt amazing. The hot spring helped me relax completely and recover from my tiredness. My body felt warm, and my mind felt refreshed. That evening, I went to another friend’s house, and we had a Stranger Things watching party. Have you ever watched Stranger Things? I was sad that one of my favorite series had come to an end, but the final episodes were incredible. The story was exciting until the very end, and I enjoyed every moment of it.

Is “It was possible to have an employee who would have been a driver and would have done something else” correct?

🇬🇪 Why is Georgian called the "Language of the Soul"? Hi everyone! 👋 Today I want to share a piece of my native language – Georgian. It is one of the oldest languages in the world, with its own unique alphabet (it looks like a vine, doesn't it? 🍇). In Georgia, we have a saying: "Gaumarjos!" (გაუმარჯოს). While it means "Hello," its literal meaning is "Victory!". It shows our history and spirit. Here are 3 essential Georgian phrases every traveler or language lover should know: Gmadlob (გმადლობ) – Thank you. Pro tip: If you want to be extra polite, say "Didi madloba" (Big thanks). Gaumarjos! (გაუმარჯოს!) – A toast! 🍷 In Georgia, the "Supra" (feast) is a ritual, and this word is the key to it. Shen genatsvale (შენ გენაცვალე) – This is almost impossible to translate! It’s an expression of deep love and devotion, meaning "I would take your pain/place for myself." Why learn Georgian with me? Georgian grammar can be tricky (especially our verbs!), but because I am a Linguist and a Native speaker, I can make it simple, logical, and fun. 👇 Question: Have you ever seen the Georgian alphabet? What does it remind you of? (Some say hearts, some say flowers!) #Georgian #LearnGeorgian #Tbilisi #Georgia #LanguageCulture #italkiTeacher #NativeSpeaker

Today, I will talk about my studies during winter vacation and spring vacation. I have many assignments at university, including reports and tests. Some reports require me to summarize what we learned in class, while others ask me to think about a topic and write my own ideas. I have two French tests and three English tests. This year is my final year of studying French, so I want to study hard and get good results. For English, I want to study little by little and improve my skills steadily. I usually feel sleepy at night, so I try to study early in the morning after I wake up or study a little during the day. I want to enjoy my winter and spring vacations, so I plan to choose some days to go to the library and focus on studying. I like studying while listening to music, so I want to do my best while listening to Ghibli music. I am interested in study methods, so I would like to know if there are any study methods that you often use and would recommend. Personally, I think studying before sleeping is effective. I have actually experienced that when I look at English vocabulary before going to bed, I can naturally remember the words when I wake up in the morning, which I found very interesting.

“Same old, same old” means nothing has changed — everything is exactly the same as before, often in a boring or slightly negative way. Simple meaning 👉 Things are repetitive and not new. Examples A: “How’s work?” B: “Same old, same old.” (= Nothing new. Every day is the same.) My routine is the same old, same old: wake up, work, sleep. Tone Informal Often used in spoken English Can sound tired, bored, or neutral Similar expressions Nothing new Same thing as always Business as usual