IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - Influence of television. Q1-2.

1. How popular is watching television in your country?
2. Tell me about the types of programmes that are generally on television in your country.

Which idea can you use in your answers if the same type of question would come up on your test?

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IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - Influence of television. Q1-2.

I interview my friend Sofie and she shares some tips for learning strategies and improving your accent. I'll post the second half of our conversation next week.

In the second half of the episode, I explain the following phrases:

- to level with (someone)
- to chalk (something) up to (something) 
- to brush up on (something) 
- can't (do something) for the life of me

Brentoni's English Podcast

011 - English Advice from a Pro (Part One)

        我们经常会说：中国的历史有“上下五千年”。那是从“三皇五帝“开始算起的。We often say that the history of China is " From BC to AD, there are five thousand years of time.". That's from the Three Kings and Five Emperors.
        真正有准确年代记载的，是从公元前2146年的“夏朝”开始，到1911年“清朝”结束，大致经历了18个皇朝。The real accurate chronological records, from the "Xia Dynasty" in 2146 BC to the end of the "Qing Dynasty" in 1911, roughly experienced 18 imperial dynasties.


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中国历史上的“北魏”

In today's podcast we take a look at the vocabulary you need to talk about clothing and fashion. In particular, you learn what it means to 'dress up to the nines', and the difference between 'it doesn't fit me' and 'it doesn't suit me'. We also learn about some of the most common mistakes students make when they discuss this topic (never say 'I bought many clothes recently'). And finally, we take a look at some of the most common IELTS questions about clothes. So whatever your needs, listen now, and feel more confident whenever you talk about what you wear, going shopping, and looking fashionable.
Please feel free to write me a message about this topic, or tell me about what topic you'd like on my next podcast. Better still, book a lesson now, and let's start talking all about clothes and fashion. 

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The one about clothes and fashion

Beginner Chinese Listening：男朋友 Boyfriend

Beginner Chinese Listening

This podcast is about Motivation to learn language.

Tahira Podcast

Motivation to learn language

En este décimo episodio de la serie "Hablemos de viajes", quiero contarles que noté que la mayoría de nosotros cuando viajamos estamos dispuestos a hacer cosas diferentes a las que hacemos normalmente en nuestras rutinas y en nuestra ciudad de origen / ciudad en la que vivimos actualmente. Estuve pensando y conversando con amigos y estudiantes sobre el tema, y descubrí que estamos más disponibles para probar comidas, bebidas y experiencias cuando viajamos, también tenemos más flexibilidad para hablar con desconocidos, y estamos de alguna manera más interesados en hacer un tour por la ciudad o visitar lugares emblemáticos o populares, como un museo. ¿Estás de acuerdo? ¿También te pasa que estás más disponible a estas experiencias mientras estás de viaje, en comparación con los momentos de rutina en tu ciudad?

¡Dejame un comentario y contame más!

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Hablemos de viajes, parte X!

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.