In this 2nd episode of All Things Pronunciation, we learn about Stress in English -- in particular, Stress at the word-level. We also talk about Syllables and the Schwa Sound in English.



All Things Pronunciation

Introduction to Word-Stress

In dieser Episode erzähle ich euch über meine zweite Wohnung in Japan (Tokyo) und warum ich mich für das letzte halbe Jahr in Japan doch nochmal für einen Umzug entschieden habe ...

Aju no doitsugo: Persönliche Geschichten in Japan

Meine zweite Wohnung in Japan (Tokyo)

Another part 2 topic for the Summer. I also have part 3 example answers on my website.


“Well, as I live in a very busy city, I sometimes really need to escape the noise, and crowds, as well as finding a place where I can just chill out and relax in peace.  My favourite place to go is a small cafe which is about 3 kilometres from my home, and only takes me about 10 minutes to get to on my motorbike. The cafe is located in the suburbs on an extremely beautiful lake, surrounded by many different kinds of trees, and is a world apart from the busy city centre.

 

I try to go there at least 3 or 4 times a week, and usually bring my laptop with me, as I find I can be very productive in this peaceful environment, and get lots of work done, in a short space of time. I love being able to sit at a quiet table outside on a perfect sunny day, with the many trees to shade me from the hot sun. I’m also able to sit right on the bank of the lake, with a view which is out of this world.

 

I guess the main reason I love to go to this place is because it’s just so quiet and peaceful, and I can get away from all the noise, as well as the hustle and bustle of the city centre, which sometimes drives me crazy. Another reason I like to go to this place is that I find the tranquil environment really, both inspires and motivates me in my work….. And I’m able to be much more productive than I would be if sitting in a noisy office or a busy city centre coffee shop. So…yea, this is a quiet place i love to go to.

 

IELTS 85 Speaking

Describe a quiet place you like to go to - IELTS speaking part 2

Reviewing Japanese Grammar via Genki1

Let's Review Lesson 4, Genki 1

In this episode, I explore the tricky area of English grammar: subject-verb agreement. I explain why many English language learners struggle with this concept, provide examples of common mistakes, and outline the key rules to help you master it. I hope this episode supports you on your journey to speaking English with greater clarity and fluency!

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The Grammarian Podcast

Common mistakes made by English Language Learners: Part 4 - Subject-verb agreement.

Listen to my introduction to this episode https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0kws07y to find ideas and questions to get you started before you listen. Then give me your response and let's build on it in class.

"People Fixing the World" whilst learning English with Teacher Eve

Fishing for plastic

 🧭 Quali sono le principali differenze tra il Nord e il Sud d'Italia? 

🔤LESSICO UTILE

- Motore economico = economic engine 
- Settori: automobilistico, chimico, tecnologico, agricolo… 
- Disoccupazione bassa/elevata = low/high unemployment
- Infrastrutture = infrastructures
- Rete ferroviaria = rail network
- Autostrade = highways
- Per quanto riguarda… = Regarding….
- Sfamare = to feed 
- Sono la morte sua! = when something pairs perfectly with another ingredient
- Odierno = current
- Momento di condivisione = time of sharing
- Senso comunitario = sense of community 

🎧Buon ascolto!

Fatemi sapere se già conoscevate tutte le differenze che vi ho elencato! 

Puro Parlare

12. Nord e Sud d'Italia: differenze

In questo episodio vi dirò come ordinare un gelato in Italia e quali sono le opzioni disponibili nella maggior parte delle gelaterie italiane. Buon ascolto e buono studio a tutti!

The Italian Miscellaneous Podcast for beginners

Come ordinare un gelato 🍦 in Italia 

Three words today to talk about clothing and outfits, 
These are garment, garb, and get-up
I hope you find them useful and interesting!