In this channel I put Persian short stories. Before I start reading the stories, I introduce some vocabulary existing in the story that could help unblock the meaning. 

سیمرغ (Persian short stories + vocab)

Persian poems from different old and contemporary poets, declaimed by me. 
English translations are not mine. English version of Khayyam's short poems is by Edward Fitzgerald.  

Persian Poetry

Does age affect language learning? In this episode of English Learners Boost, we explore the science behind how the brain learns at different life stages. You’ll discover why older learners may have unique advantages over younger ones, how neuroplasticity works, and practical strategies to boost your English skills—no matter your age. Plus, I’ll share how you can book a personalized lesson with me on iTalki to experience my teaching methodology firsthand. Tune in and let’s debunk the myth that age is a barrier to fluency!

English Learner's Boost

The Science of Learning: Does Age Really Matter?


将一个人的 DNA 全部展开，再首尾相连，

长度将达到1020亿千米。
这个长度，等于从地球往返月球3000次。

你不知道的 有趣知识分享

如果把人类的 DNA 展开，长度是多少呢？

❥ 在这个播客中，梅洛朗读了《儿童伊索》，可在网上免费找到：
https://www.read.gov/aesop/001.html
❥聆听并学习每个故事的寓意。
❥ 通过回答问答问题练习听力和/或阅读理解。
❥ 今天的寓言叫"蚊子和公牛"。可以在这里找到：
https://www.read.gov/aesop/008.html
❥今天的寓言故事的寓意是： 
"我们在自己的眼中往往比在邻居的眼中更重要。思想越小，自负越大"。

❥ In this podcast, Melo reads from The Aesop for Children. 
❥ Aesop's Fables are free online at:
www.read.gov/aesop/ 
❥ Listen and learn the moral of each story.
❥ Today's fable is called "The Gnat & the Bull" and can be found here:
https://www.read.gov/aesop/008.html
❥The moral of today’s fable is: 
"We are often of greater importance in our own eyes than in the eyes of our neighbor. The smaller the mind the greater the conceit."

Life Lessons from Aesop's Fables

Episode 7: The Gnat & the Bull

Hola! Bienvenido / Bienvenida a un nuevo episodio de mi canal "Los países Hispanohablantes". En esta ocasión vas a escuchar una lectura sobre el hermoso pais "Ecuador". Al final hay algunas preguntas de comprensión lectora / oral.

Espero que te guste!
Hasta pronto.

Los países Hispanohablantes

Ecuador

1) Приє́мно познайо́митися - nice to meet you;
2) Зві́дки ви/ти? - Where are you from? 
3) Мо́жна на «ти»? - Let's get on first-name terms;
4) це неподалі́к - it's not far/ це неподалік + Genitive - it's not far from...
5) А з яко́го (са́ме) ти мі́ста? - What city are you from (specifically)?
6) Столи́ця краї́ни - the capital of the country;
7) Чим займа́єшся? - what do you do for a living/what are you up to?
8) Працюва́ти | навча́тися |виклада́ти - to work | to study | to teach
9) -Хо́чеш приєдна́тися? -З ра́дістю! - -Do you want to join? -With pleasure!
10) Ось моя візи́тка - Here is my business card;
11) Весі́лля - wedding;
12) Віта́ю! - congratulations!
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Л: Доброго ранку!
А: Доброго ранку!
Л: Мене звати Лукас, а вас?
А: Мене звати Альберт, приємно познайомитися!
Л: Мені теж. Звідки ви? 
А: Можна на «ти»? Я приїхав з Німеччини.
Л: У мене є друзі в Німеччині! А з якого ти міста?
А: Я з міста Карлсруе. Це неподалік кордону з Францією. А ти звідки?
Л: Я з Еквадору.
А: А з якого саме міста?
Л: Місто Кіто, це столиця країни.
А: А де ти зараз живеш в Україні?
Л: Я зараз живу в Києві.
А: Чим займаєшся в Україні?
Л: Я працюю в Київському національному університеті.
А: Ти викладач?
Л: Так, я викладаю іспанську мову. А ти працюєш тут чи навчаєшся?
А: Я просто турист, приїхав на весілля до своєї сестри.
Л: Вітаю!  
А: Я сьогодні йду до бару ввечері. Хочеш приєднатися?
Л: З радістю. Ось моя візитка. До зустрічі!
А: Бувай!


Everything is going to be Ukraine!

Episode 2: Знайомство

TRANSCRIPTION (explanation included)
These various expressions for negation span a spectrum of formality and tone. In the lexicon of everyday conversation, one might simply assert "no," "nope," or "nah," and even employ a touch of informality with "not gonna happen." When a matter is more absolute, phrases like "without a doubt, no" and "under no circumstances" make the position clear. In informal settings, a definitive refusal might take the form of "not a chance" or "ain't gonna happen," perhaps even with a touch of camaraderie, as in "nah, mate." For matters requiring decorum, a formal approach may involve phrases like "I'm afraid the answer is no" or "I must decline," while adding regret, as in "regrettably, no," imparts a sense of genuine consideration. Politeness tempers the refusal in phrases such as "I'm sorry, but no" and "thank you for considering me, but I'll have to say no," expressing gratitude for the offer. The witty turn of phrase adds a touch of humor to the refusal, suggesting impossibility with expressions like "I'd sooner sprout wings and fly" or "when pigs fly." In more elevated circles, the upper class might communicate their refusal with statements like "I regret to inform you that the answer is in the negative" or "it would not be fitting, I'm afraid," while maintaining an air of politeness. For royalty, a refusal is conveyed with grace and tact, as in "one must respectfully decline" or "I cannot acquiesce to that request," underscoring the formal nature of the response. Ultimately, the choice of expression hinges on the context and the level of decorum required for the situation at hand.

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How To say 'NO' in various English Registers

Warum schreiben Menschen Tagebücher? Welche Arten von Tagebüchern gibt es?
Welche berühmten Tagebücher sind uns bekannt?
In dieser Episode erfährst du etwas über dieses sehr persönliche Thema. 
