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Cherry Blablabla｜Chinese&English

The story follows Leo, a nervous non-native English speaker from Brazil, as he embarks on a journey to immerse himself in English-speaking countries. At a bustling train station, he meets Emma, a friendly Englishwoman, who helps him find his way and teaches him English phrases. Their chance meeting sparks a unique friendship and a journey filled with language learning and cultural exploration.

Adventures Across Borders 

All Aboard the Heritage Express

眉- Méi

 "目" - mù - eye, the upper part of 眉- Méi could refer to "毛" - máo", meaning "hair" or "fur." 
The combination represents the hairs above the eyes, hence "eyebrows." 
This formation suggests the character's meaning directly and visually connects it to the facial feature it represents.

用法 (Usage)

 As a noun, "眉" directly refers to the eyebrows. 
 眉毛 - méi mao - eyebrows

例如 (For example): 
他的眉毛很浓。- Tā de méi mao hěn nóng  
(His eyebrows are very thick.)

However, it is often used metaphorically in Chinese to denote expressions or emotions conveyed by the movement of the eyebrows, such as surprise, concern, or anger.

For instance, 眉头- méi tóu - the inner brow, refers to the area where the eyebrows begin, typically located above the inner corners of the eyes.

For example, "皱眉头" - zhòu méi tóu, means "to furrow one's brow," indicating worry or deep thought..

Idiomatic Expressions: "眉- Méi" appears in various idioms that use eyebrows metaphorically to talk about emotions or aesthetic qualities.

例如 (For example): 
眉开眼笑 - méi kāi yǎn xiào - lit. "eyebrows rise and eyes smile," meaning to smile joyfully or beam with happiness

眉飞色舞 - méi fēi sè wǔ - lit. "eyebrows fly and colors dance," used to describe vivid, expressive facial gestures of excitement or happiness

Metaphorical Usage: In poetic or artistic contexts, "眉" can metaphorically relate to things that resemble the shape or curve of eyebrows.

例如：(For example): 
山的轮廓好像一道眉形。-Shān de lún kuò hǎo xiàng yí dào méi xíng 。
(The outline of the mountain resembles the shape of an eyebrow.)


每日一字

Tuve una plática larga y tendida con Imene, una argelina radicando en la capirucha. También es profesora de árabe en Italki.

Imene:
https://www.italki.com/teacher/7804173

Mucho que decir

Choques culturales Ft. Imene (Argelia) 

Hoy viajamos a Corea del Sur de la mano de Alberto de “el rincón coreano español”, un español que después de vivir unos años en Corea ha regresado a España. En el episodio Alberto nos cuenta experiencias de su vida en Corea, costumbres, comida, estereotipos y cómo ha sido el regresar a España después de tanto tiempo allí.

Espero que disfrutéis el episodio. Después de escucharlo echad vistazo a las redes sociales de Alberto y decidle que lo habéis escuchado en este podcast y qué os ha parecido la entrevista. 


Blanca to go 

53 – Una visita a Corea del Sur con Alberto de “el rincón coreano español” 


The Little Prince meets a man who lights and puts out a lamp every minute. 🕯️

A short, touching story about duty, habit, and kindness. Listen in Farsi and learn new words about time, work, and meaning.

Once Upon a Time

شازده کوچولو، فصل چهاردهم

こんにちは、あかりです。6月7日〜10日にポーランドであったMystic Festivalについて話(はな)します！

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Slow Japanese

Episode #58 - Mystic Festival 2023

Disfruta la vida, recorre el mundo, crea historias que inspiren.😉

Hablamos de:
Ecuador, tierra Mágica, es realmente sorprendente, Ecuador tiene miles de sitios y lugares turísticos para visitar junto a tu familia o amistades.🏕️
Aprendemos un poco de su cultura, clima, gastronomía y muchas cosas interesantes que nos ofrece un pais pequeño pero con gente linda y paisajes que enamoran.🌞

Español con Andres 📣

Cultura, Clima, Lugares de mi Tierra Mágica: "Ecuador"

Feeling stuck or unmotivated? In this episode, we share practical tips to help you stay motivated, no matter what challenges come your way. Learn how to set achievable goals, celebrate small wins, and build habits that keep you moving forward. Whether you're studying, working, or pursuing personal goals, these simple strategies will inspire you to keep going. Tune in and find your motivation boost today!