Learn how to make sentences with the subject 'you" in the present , past and future tense

SWAHILI WITH JANE

'YOU' IN THE PRESENT, PAST AND FUTURE TENSE

In this episode I will tell you my story of my missing cat Bug, what I did to try and find him and what I have learnt. I did cry a bit in this episode. I miss my cat Bug so very much. Have you had a pet go missing? What did you do? How did you feel?

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In this podcast for adult, independent English learners I talk about the importance of practising talking about controversial issues. How will we ever make authentic connections in a second language if we haven't practised the vocabulary needed to express nuance, and delicately, cautiously and respectfully present opposing perspectives? In this podcast I present some of that language, and discuss the importance of using it before we need it! 

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Ep.3 Courting controversy!

Vocabulary Words

1 . Comfortable
Definition: Feeling relaxed or at ease; free from worry or discomfort.
Example Sentence: It’s important to feel comfortable when introducing yourself to new people in a networking event.

2 . Authentic
Definition: Genuine, real, or true; not fake or copied.
Example Sentence: People appreciate authentic conversations rather than those filled with insincere attempts to impress.

3 . Impression
Definition: An idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone, usually formed after a brief encounter.
Example Sentence: Your first impression can make a big difference in how someone perceives you.

4 . Referral
Definition: The act of directing someone to a person or place for assistance or information.
Example Sentence: A strong referral can help you get a job interview at your dream company.

5 . Opportunity
Definition: A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something; a chance for success or advancement.
Example Sentence: Networking can open up new opportunities in your career.

Discussion Questions

1 . When do you feel most comfortable meeting new people?

2 . Why is it important to be authentic when networking?

3 . How can you make a strong first impression when introducing yourself?

4 . Have you ever received a referral that helped you in your career?

5 . What is one opportunity that you wish you had taken in the past?

Business English Podcast

Ep #1 - Networking Strategies

Do you study Spanish? Has it ever happened to you that you don't understand how a word works? in which position it should go? What you don't understand in Spanish is probably similar in your own language and you didn't know it. 
This is just a recommendation that can help you focus on those things you really need to learn, especially in syntax. 
Listen to my advice and let me know if it works for you. Regards!
teacher link:
https://www.italki.com/teacher/4812624/spanish 

spanish tips

Categorías gramaticales


はい、こんには。ようへい先生です。
えー、あけましておめでとうございます。ちょっと遅（おそ）いですけど🥴。はい、今年もよろしくお願いします。えー、「まずあけましておめでとうございます」に、どう返せばいいのか、どう返事すればいいのか。

よく私の生徒から
「あなたもおめでとうございます」 と言われるんですが、これはちょっと 変なんですよ。うん、どうしてかはわからないんですけど、あんまり、あまりというか日本人は絶対（ぜったい）言いません。
 
えー、もし「あけましておめでとうございます」と言われたら、あー、あなたも、「あけまして、おめでとうございます」と言えばいいですね。シンプルです。

はい。じゃ始めましょう。
え、今日は、ま、今日もよくあるまちがいについて話したいと思います。 
えー、じゃあ、みなさん、ちょっとまちがった文を言います。で、何がちがうか、何が良くないか、ちょっと考えてみてくださいね。

・日本の経済（けいざい）がとても上手になりました。

 これは何が良くないでしょうか。じゃ、もう1つ良くない文を言いますね
・今日は体調（たいちょう）がうまいです。

はい。 えー、これは、どうでしょう、中華系（ちゅうかけい）の生徒はすぐ分かるかもしれませんね。英語を話す生徒はよくまちがえます。 
はい。これはまあ正しい文章（ぶんしょう）は、ま、色々あるんですけども、シンプルでよ。1番よく使うのが
・経済が良くなりました。
・体調今日は体調が 良いです。

が、正しい文ですね。で、”じょうず”、”うまい”、これはですね、多分 英語の”well” とちょっとミックスしちゃったんでしょうね。はい。で、”うまい”、”じょうず”は、例えば
・彼は日本語が上手（じょうず）ですよ。
・彼は日本語がうまいよ。

将棋（しょうぎ）、将棋わかりますか？ジャパニズチェスJapanese chess ですね。
・将棋がうまいです将棋が上手です。

や、あとはスポーツですね
・私の兄は、スポーツは何をやっても上手です。
・スポーツは何をやってもうまいです。

という風（ふう）に使います。はい、 オッケーですか。これ、本当によくあるまちがいなんで、みなさんしないようにお願いします。はい。
じゃ、今日も聞いてくれてありがとうございました。はい、じゃあ、日本語の勉強頑張ってください。バイバイ👋


洋平先生　N3～N2クラスの生徒へ　(^^♪

＃21　よくあるまちがい。”じょうず””うまい”

CONNIE: Oh! What a beautiful cat. What do you think?
GARY: I think I’d rather get a dog. Dogs are more loyal than cats.
CONNIE: Yes, but they’re so much work! Would you be willing to walk 
it every single day? And clean up after it?
GARY: Hmm. Good point. What about a bird? Or a fish?
CONNIE: We’d have to invest a lot of money in a cage or a fish tank. 
And I don’t really know how to take care of a bird or a fish!
GARY: Well, we’re obviously not ready to get a pet yet.
CONNIE: Yeah, you’re right. Let’s go grab some coffee and talk 
about it.


LANGUAGE NOTES
• Oh! What a beautiful cat “Oh!” is used to show surprise or excitement. “What a …” is 
an expression that means “I think this is a very …” “What a(n) …” is followed by an 
adjective, which is usually emphasized. Notice the emphasis on “beautiful” here.
• Dogs are more loyal than cats. Two things are being compared here (dogs and 
cats). Notice the structure of the sentences: (noun/s) plus “is/are more” plus 
(adjective) plus “than” plus (noun/s). The nouns and the adjective are content words 
here, so they are all emphasized.
• Every single day Notice that each word here is stressed. The speaker wants to make 
a point, so she emphasizes each word equally. “Every single day” is a lot!
• Good point here means “I agree with you.”
• Take care of This phrase is used with animals, people and things. It can mean 
“watch a child while her parents are away,” “feed and house someone or 
something,” or “make sure things work properly.” (I always take care of my baby 
brother./ I take care of my bird by feeding it and cleaning its cage./ I need to take 
care of the broken sink.)
• Yeah, you’re right. Notice the pronunciation of this expression — the words all 
blend together here. This casual expression is used to agree with someone that you 
know well.