Words aren't just words in English. Listen to this episode to learn about the "Soft No", a skill in English communication.

Real English Skills

How to Say "No" Without Sounding Rude

陈天中：
Nǐ hǎo, Ānnī!
你好，安妮！
白家月：
Nǐ hǎo, Chén Tiānzhōng! wǒ bú shì Ānnī, wǒ shì Bái Jiāyuè.
你好，陈天中！我不是安妮，我是白家月。
陈天中：
Duìbuqǐ!
对不起！
白家月：
méi guānxi !
没关系！

HSK1 V3.0 (New Version)

HSK1 V3.0 Lesson  2

 qǐng zhàn zài shēn gāo tǐ zhòng chèng shàng ， wǒ gěi nín cè liáng 。 
A ： 请站在身高体重秤上，我给您测量。
Please stand on the height and weight scale and I'll measure you.

hǎo de 。 
B ： 好的。
OK.  

 nín de shēn gāo shì yì mǐ liù bā ， tǐ zhòng shì sì shí bā gōng jīn 。 
A ：您的身高是一米六八，体重是四十八公斤。
You are one point six eight meters tall and weigh forty-eight kilograms.  

 hǎo de ， xiè xiè 。 
B ： 好的，谢谢。
OK, thank you.

Chinese conversations

6-1：Formal occasion：Go for a physical examination

HSK 3-6 Text Audios

HSK 3 Lesson 12 Text 3

Natural Spanish Fluency

19/100 EMPEZAR 🏁 Los 100 verbos más importantes en español

🍝È vero che la pasta fa ingrassare? 

🔤LESSICO UTILE

- ingrassare 
- pasta cruda, cotta, al dente, scotta
- carboidrati
- indice glicemico
- porzioni 
- condimenti
- pasti 

🎧Buon ascolto! 

Fatemi sapere se già conoscevate la risposta!

Puro Parlare

11. Ma la pasta fa ingrassare?

In this Chillchat episode, Karen and Baiwei discussed taboo topics and unattractive behavior in dating and relationships. 


Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

约会的禁忌 Taboos about Dating and Relationships

Office politics refers to the intricate interplay of interpersonal relationships, power dynamics, and organizational culture. While often viewed negatively, understanding and navigating these dynamics can be crucial for career advancement.

Key Strategies:

Build strong relationships: Cultivate genuine connections across departments.

Focus on performance: Deliver exceptional results consistently.

Communicate effectively: Maintain clear and open communication.

Maintain neutrality: Avoid taking sides in conflicts.

Develop a thick skin: Let go of negativity and maintain a positive attitude.

Understand organizational culture: Familiarize yourself with unwritten rules and power structures.

Be mindful of your actions: Avoid engaging in negative behaviors.

Seek mentorship: A mentor can provide guidance and support.

Prioritize well-being: Take care of your mental and emotional health.

Conclusion

Office politics is an inevitable part of the workplace. By understanding its dynamics, building strong relationships, and maintaining a positive attitude, you can navigate these challenges effectively and create a more positive work environment. Remember, while office politics can be a complex issue, your focus should always be on your professional development and achieving your career goals.