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English Learning for Curious Minds

En este podcast, exploramos la inspiradora historia de "Juan Salvador Gaviota" de Richard Bach, enfocándonos en temas de libertad, superación y autodescubrimiento. Diseñado para estudiantes de español de nivel básico e intermedio, cada episodio te ayudará a mejorar tu comprensión del idioma mientras profundizas en esta obra clásica. ¡Aprende español a través de la magia de la literatura!"

Conversando en Español sin Miedo. Hablemos de todo un poco.

Juan Salvador Gaviota

<キーワード>
前回：ぜんかい　last time
今回：こんかい　this time
治安がいい：ちあんがいい　safe
治安が悪い：ちあんがわるい　not safe
スリ：pickpolet
強盗：ごうとう robbery
持ち物：holdings
含める：ふくめる　include


みなさんこんにちは! 前回のエピソードではブリュッセルの好きなところをお話ししたので今回はブリュッセルの嫌いなところをお話しします。
一つ目は、治安があまりよくないところです。ブリュッセルではスリや盗難がたまにあります。特に観光地や電車の中では、持ち物に気をつけなければいけません。
二つ目は、物価が高いところです。特にレストランや外食は、日本と比べるととても高く感じます。そのため、外食は特別な日にだけにすることが多いです。
三つ目は、天気が悪いところです。ブリュッセルではくもりや雨の日が多く、冬は日が短いので、少し悲しい気持ちになることもあります。でも、そんなときはおいしいケーキや温かい飲み物で元気を出すようにしています。
こんなふうに、ブリュッセルには好きなところも嫌いなところもありますが、どちらも含めて楽しく暮らしています。みなさんも、もしブリュッセルに来ることがあったら、ぜひ私の好きなところを体験してみてくださいね。
それでは、また次のエピソードでお会いしましょう！


Nihongo Short Story by Noriko

ブリュッセルの好きなところと嫌いなところ（２）

建议反复听，直到听懂为止。不懂的词或短语，自己查一下，你会记得更牢！
最好录下你读的词语，然后发给我，我会为你纠正发音。

关键词和常用短语：
体重、卷发、直发、幽默、法律、我们俩、印象、深浅、熟悉、不仅、性格、开玩笑、从来不、从来没、最好、共同兴趣、适合、幸福、刚才、浪漫、足够、缺点、优点、接受、羡慕、爱情、星星、即使、加班、天亮了、感动、自然、原因、互相学习、吸引、脾气、

Merry's voice (HSK四）

HSK 四  关键词和常用短语（1）

Have you ever wondered how Business English students acquire the language skills necessary to excel in the professional realm? As an enthusiastic educator, my goal is to equip these students with the tools they need to thrive in the business world. In my classroom, I immerse them in industry-specific vocabulary, exploring diverse sectors like technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. By delving into functional areas such as marketing, finance, and human resources, we unravel the language used in different business roles. Additionally, we navigate the terminology associated with vital business processes like supply chain management and customer service. Through engaging discussions, practical activities, and contextual application, I empower my students to confidently communicate with colleagues, clients, and partners, ensuring their success in the competitive professional landscape. Together, we embark on a journey of language acquisition, enabling them to make a lasting impact in the business world

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Business English Vocabulary

因此，善于用兵打仗的人，不依靠战场厮杀而让敌人的军队降服，不依靠强攻来夺取敌人的城池，能消灭敌国而不必进行旷日持久的征战。他们用“全胜”的策略，既能不使国力、兵力受挫，又能获得全面胜利。这正是以谋略克敌制胜的法则。
 所以，在实际作战中的战术方法是：我方的兵力十倍于敌军时，就实施围歼；我方的兵力五倍于敌军时，便发起猛攻；我方的兵力两倍于敌军时，就要设法将敌军分散，各个击破；敌我双方的兵力相当时，可以与敌军对抗；我方兵力比敌军少时，就要设法摆脱敌军；我方的实力不如敌军时，就要尽量避免与其交战。因为，弱小的一方如果死拼固守，就必然会被实力强大的对方所击败制服。


《孙子兵法》

《孙子兵法》09

Recruiter: Why do you want to do this job?
Candidate: Iwould be very happy to work here because I really respect the work that this company does and I have always had a positive opinion of it. I believe that with the skills that I have learned over the past six years in this industry, I would be an excellent person to have on the team.
Recruiter: What experience do you have?
Candidate: When I started, I worked as a sales rep for two years and learned a lot during that time and went to a lot of training courses. After two years, I was promoted and became an area manager with a small team of two other people. I did that for three years, before moving to the job I do now. I currently manage a different area with a larger team of five people and since I have been there, our sales have increased by 25%.
Recruiter: Why are you looking for work?
Candidate: Ihave been with this company for six years now and I would like to have experience with a new company and I’m looking for a new challenge. Also, I have a new manager who started a couple of months ago and I don’t really get along with him. He’s pretty stupid.
Recruiter: How would you describe yourself?
Candidate: I’m a hard worker and enjoy learning new skills. I really love working in sales and don’t have a problem with working as long as I need to reach my goals. I’m good working as part of a team, but I’m happy to work by myself too.
Recruiter: What is your dream job?
Candidate: Selling ice cream on a beach! Sun, ice cream and sales: my three favorite things.
Recruiter: What are you good at?
Candidate: One of my biggest strengths is listening to customers to find out what they need and building relationships with them.
Recruiter: How do you deal with a large amount of work?
Candidate: First, I decide what are the most important tasks to deal with and I do those first. If I’ve got a lot to do, I will get up extra early and get a head start.
Recruiter: What are your hobbies?
Candidate: I enjoy cycling and usually go...

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