Enjoy this soothing and calming reading piece while paying attention to word stress, intonation, sentence stress and individual sounds. These are all skills needed to improve your band score in the speaking test. Feel free to engage by letting me know if you picked up on any mistakes in these four key areas. Enjoy! :)

Tackling the IELTS Giant

Cambridge IELTS reading piece

In this episode, I'll share my five top tips for improving your Spanish level based on my experience learning English. 

Rock your Spanish

5 Consejos para mejorar tu nivel de español

"Make way for the unprecedented and watch your reality rearrange itself."

A 30-day positive affirmation journey with Rose

Day 4

こんにちは、あかりです。今回(こんかい)は夏(なつ)の特別編(とくべつへん)、本当(ほんとう)にあった怖(こわ)い話(はなし)です！

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", and listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

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Slow Japanese

Episode #36 - SPECIAL EDITION! A scary story that really happened to me!

A boy named Merryl is on a date with a girl named Honey. He realizes he can't remember the names of certain items so he tries to explain what he means by using the wrong words. Later he goes to the store and to the doctor and has the same problem.

This story is written by me.

Vocabulary:
salt and pepper shakers: containers for salt and pepper
thingamajig: a word people use when they don't remember the right word
pepper spray: a spray used for self-defense
baby wipe: a moistened paper towel used to clean a baby
napkin: a paper towel used to clean the mouth after eating food
smushed: smashed
pico de gallo: salsa used in Mexican food
croutons: small pieces of toasted bread used in salad
cooking spray: a spray that keeps food from sticking to the pan
goo: sticky, thick substance
salad dressing: a liquid mixture used for salads
stethoscope: a tool doctors use to listen to a person's heartbeat

Learn English with Stories

Story: What is this called?

Faites notre connaissance, commencez votre voyage!

Le Podcast de la Vie

La Fine Equipe

Hi, I'm Smith, host of the Smithing Podcast for English learners. Join us for a fun and engaging way to improve your language skills. We cover grammar, slang, phrasal verbs, and more, with confessionals from myself and other learners. Guest speakers from around the world offer unique perspectives, and each episode is divided into dialogue, vocabulary, and example sentences. Book lessons with me for one-on-one guidance. Let's get Smith-ing!

LEARN BY LISTENING

Smithing English Podcast  Introduction

Reading a book in Japanese.
You can practice shadowing, and repeating with
this reading and the text below.📚

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________________________________________________
''Rashomon'' #1　
Written by Ryunosuke Akutagawa 1915
『羅生門』(らしょうもん） 芥川龍之介・著　
    第一話


ある日の暮方の事である。
一人の下人が、羅生門の下で 雨やみを待っていた。
広い門の下には、この男のほかに誰もいない。
ただ、ところどころ丹塗りの 剥げた、大きな円柱に、
きりぎりすが 一匹とまっている。
羅生門が、朱雀大路にある以上は、この男のほかにも、
雨やみをする市女笠や 揉烏帽子が、もう二,三人は
ありそうなものである。
それが、この男のほかには誰もいない。
なぜかというと、この二,三年、京都には、
地震とか 辻風とか 火事とか 饑饉とかいう災いが
つづいて起こった。
そこで洛中の さびれ方は 一通りではない。


＊漢字

ある日　　　あるひ
暮方　　　　くれがた
事　　　　　こと
一人　　　　ひとり
下人　　　　げにん
羅生門　　　らしょうもん
下　　　　　した
雨やみ　　　あまやみ
待っていた　まっていた
広い　　　　ひろい
門　　　　　もん
誰　　　　　だれ
丹塗り　　　にぬり
剥げた　　　はげた
大きな　　　おおきな
円柱　　　　まるばしら
一匹　　　　いっぴき
朱雀大路　　すざくおおじ
以上　　　　いじょう
この男　　　このおとこ
市女笠　　　いちめがさ
揉烏帽子　　もみえぼし
二、三人　　に さんにん
京都　　　　きょうと
地震　　　　じしん
辻風　　　　つじかぜ
火事　　　　かじ
飢饉　　　　ききん
災い　　　　わざわい
起こった　　おこった
洛中　　　　らちゅう
さびれ方　　さびれかた
一通り　　　ひととおり


朗読クラブ📚Reading to Japanese language learners 

朗読 『羅生門』第一話  Rashomon #1

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you on your upskilling journey:

1. Self-Assessment
Identify Your Strengths: Pinpoint your existing skills and areas of expertise.
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Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry developments, emerging technologies, and market demands.
Identify Relevant Skills: Determine which skills are in high demand within your field.
Analyze Job Descriptions: Study job postings to understand required skills and qualifications.

3. Create a Learning Plan
Set Clear Goals: Define specific upskilling objectives and desired outcomes.
Choose Learning Methods: Select suitable learning methods, such as online courses, workshops, or certifications.
Allocate Time: Create a dedicated schedule for learning to ensure consistency.

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Online Platforms: Explore platforms like iTalki, Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning for a vast array of courses.
Industry Associations: Leverage resources offered by professional organizations.
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Hands-On Experience: Apply newly acquired skills to real-world projects or challenges.
Build a Portfolio: Showcase your skills through a portfolio of completed work.
Seek Feedback: Request input from mentors or colleagues to identify areas for improvement.
6. Continuous Learning
Stay Curious: Maintain a thirst for knowledge and explore new subjects.
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Lifelong Learning: Make continuous learning a habit for sustained career growth.

Remember, upskilling is an ongoing process. By investing time and effort in your professional development, you increase your value to employers and enhance your job security.