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Level: Intermediate
Source and transcription: https://www.discovertuscany.com/it/firenze/

🗺   CITTÀ ITALIANE #QuickItalianWithMara

🪞 FIRENZE

Il festival UMBRIA JAZZ si volge a Perugia.
La città è piccola, pulita, organizzata; è una città gentile e giovane, piena di studenti universitari.
Vi ricordate che lì c’è anche l’UNIStraPG? L’università per stranieri, Gli esami CELI…. 
UJ nasce nel 1973, dopo 20 anni di sperimentazioni e avventure, culminate con un paio di concerti di rilievo, tipo quello di Louis Armstrong e Chat Baker.
Nel 2003, dopo 30 anni, il festival della musica jazz assume l’aspetto che ha adesso: il primo festival, quello dei concerti degli artisti famosissimi all’arena santa giuliana – quest’anno c’è stato anche Lenny Kravitz, ma anche Nile Rodgers….; 
il secondo festival, quello del Teatro Morlacchi, per gli amanti del genere e i virtuosi della musica; completano il tutto la marchin’ band, nel rispetto della tradizione di New Orleans; e  le jam session, cioè le improvvisazioni, le riunioni non pianificate, tra diversi musicisti;
e il terzo festival, quello delle strade, dei vicoli, all’aperto, quello del “non solo jazz”…. Quello che se hai voglia di suonare, lo puoi fare e qualcuno ti ascolterà, quello che se hai voglia di ballare sicuramente lo farai, e se hai voglia di sorridere e battere le mani…. Tutto sarà molto semplice, anche essere elegante e seguire il ritmo della musica.
Io sono stata a UJ solo un paio di volte. La dimensione che preferisco è quella del terzo festival, quindi quella di strada. Ma anche quella dei concerti ai giardini Carducci, dove c’è un panorama sulla valle, tavoli da pic-nic, un palco con concerti coinvolgenti, tanta gente di tutti i tipi, di tutte le età, di tutti i gusti, di tutto il mondo, con cui brindare, ballare, cantare, parlare.
E dove ho conosciuto Giacomo e Loretta, con cui vi lascio a chiacchierare di questi due giorni fuori dalle regole.
Ah, un paio di curiosità: nel 2022 UJ è citato in una puntata dei Simpson;
UJ collabora con l’università di Berklee, a Boston, dove tra l’altro insegna un mio caro studente.


la Rubrica di Simona

UMBRIA JAZZ 2024

置（お）きます→置く  
ねます→ねる　
たべます→たべる
おしえます→おしえる
かけます→かける
おします→おす
起きます→起きる　
しります→しる
はらいます→ はらう
ぬぎます→ぬぐ
きます→きる
よびます→よぶ
べんきょうします→べんきょうする　
すわります→すわる 


ようへい先生　　N4,N5チャンネル

みんなの日本語18課　dictionary verb　辞書刑動詞

Where do you usually spend time with your friends?

Listen to how I answer this particular question, and get some short English explanations about some vocabulary and expressions I use in my answer.  Try to answer the questions in the vocabulary examples using the new vocabulary and expressions.

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Episode 8: Spending Time with Friends

TRANSCRIPTION (explanation included)
These expressions of happiness and contentment span a spectrum of formality and tone. In everyday conversation, one might simply say they are "happy," "content," or even use the term "pleased" to express satisfaction. When the feeling is particularly strong, phrases like "I am genuinely happy" and "I am overjoyed" convey the depth of joy. In informal settings, a more relaxed approach may be taken with expressions like "on cloud nine" or "over the moon," indicating extreme happiness. For matters necessitating decorum, a formal approach may involve phrases like "I am pleased to inform you" or "I am delighted to announce," emphasizing the importance of the news. Politeness tempers the happiness in expressions such as "I'm really happy for you" or "That's wonderful news," demonstrating a genuine celebration of someone else's success. A touch of wit adds a layer of playfulness to the joy, as seen in expressions like "doing the happy dance" or "grinning from ear to ear." In more refined circles, the upper class might communicate their contentment with statements like "I'm quite content" or "I find myself in high spirits," maintaining an air of sophistication. For royalty, joy is conveyed with grace and dignity, as in "It brings me great joy" or "I am genuinely pleased," 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 happy in various registers of English

Negotiation is a cornerstone of leadership. From securing contracts to resolving team conflicts, leaders must navigate agreements that benefit all parties. Here's how to excel at this vital skill:

1. Know Your BATNA: Before entering negotiations, determine your Best Alternative To a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA). This empowers you to walk away if an offer falls short of your needs. A strong BATNA strengthens your position and gives you room to make concessions.

2. Collaborative Spirit: Aim for win-win solutions. Leaders understand successful negotiation isn't about dominance, but building long-term relationships. Focus on common interests and identify areas where compromise can create mutual benefit.

3. Active Listening: Master the art of active listening. Pay close attention to the other party's needs and concerns. Ask clarifying questions to ensure you fully grasp their position. This fosters trust and allows you to tailor your approach.

4. Clear Communication: Articulate your goals and needs clearly, using strong communication skills.  Back up claims with data and evidence to support your arguments.  Be assertive, yet respectful, avoiding aggressive tactics that can damage relationships.

5. Leverage Body Language: Nonverbal cues speak volumes. Maintain confident eye contact, an upright posture, and avoid fidgeting. Projecting confidence strengthens your position and demonstrates your seriousness.

6. Be Flexible, Not Fixed: While you enter negotiations with clear goals, be prepared to adapt.  Unexpected issues may arise.  Maintain a flexible mindset, willing to consider alternative proposals that achieve your core objectives.

7. Patience is Key: Negotiations rarely happen overnight. Be patient, allowing time for discussion and counter-proposals. Don't rush the process to avoid settling for an unfavorable deal.

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こんにちは！Atsushiです。
前回、92のPodcastでは、粉もんの話をしました。
ですので、食べ物シリーズでいきます。

今日はトンカツについて。
みなさんはトンカツ、知っていますか？

豚カツ（とんかつ）は、厚みのある豚のロースやヒレのスライス肉を、小麦粉・溶き卵・パン粉をまとわせて油で揚げた料理のことをいいます。

「とんかつ」・「とんカツ」・「トンカツ」・「豚カツ」などいろいろな表記がありますね。「カツ」とだけ書かれることもある。※カツはカツレツの略です。
豚カツという名前の由来は、“豚”の音読みの「トン」と、フランス料理の"côtelettes"（コートレットの英語読みであるカットレット cutlet）の組み合わせからきています。

「とんかつ専門店」は、ごはん・味噌汁をセットにして「とんかつ」を提供していることが多いです。カツ丼と言って、ご飯の上にのせて出す店もあります。

とんかつには、とんかつソース、ゴマ（すり鉢ですり、ソースに混ぜ、それにつけて食べる店もある）をつけて食べることが多いです。

店や地域によっては、とんかつソースではなくデミグラスソースをかけて供するなど、洋食スタイルのものもあります。

豚かつに添えられることの多い生キャベツの千切りは、消化吸収を助けます。おかわりができる店も多いです。

おかわりは、追加できる、ということですね。
キャベツ、ご飯、味噌汁がおかわりできる店が多いです。

日本のおもしろい食べ物の一つなので、日本に来た時はぜひ試してくださいね！

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！




Atsushi のJapanese podcast (travel/news /文法・漢字・語彙/Osaka/Hokkaido/🇹🇷🇬🇪🇦🇲🇪🇸🇵🇹)

93 トンカツについて

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こんばんは！
Japanese daily life podcast のAtsushiです。
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。

今日は、良いお年を！について。

今年もいよいよ終わりますね。
みなさんにとって、どんな1年でしたか？

日本では1年を振り返りながら、年越しそばを食べますね。
年越しそばとは、大晦日に縁起を担いで食べる蕎麦。細くて長いそばは長寿、長生きを願ったものです。日本で年末の風物詩ともなっている食文化ですね。

さっきちょうど奥さんと年越しそばを食べました。


そして、年が明けたら、初詣に行きます。
これは、1月の初めの方に行くことが多いです。
でも若い人や、家の近くに神社がある人は、年が明けた夜中に初詣に行く人がいますね。

僕たちは、ちょうど家の近くに神社があるので、年が明けた0時すぎに行ってみようと思います。

今年はPodcastをはじめました。
ほぼ毎日エピソードを作るのは結構大変なんですけど、聞いてくれる人がいてとても嬉しいです。ありがとうございます。

来年も日本語学習者のみなさんにとって、良い練習になるようなPodcastを作っていこうと思います。ちょっとでも興味を持った方はぜひオンラインレッスンでお話しましょう！

ということで、今年はお世話になりました。
来年よろしくお願いします！

良いお年を！


