The difference between the active and passive forms of sentences is explained, with examples.

The English Toolbox

Active vs. Passive in English

You can listen to the podcast with vlog on my youtube channel (SeikaのJapanese Room) 🎥💗 You can also download the transcript to study. Well then! Feel free and enjoy your learning🎧

Japanese Podcast for Beginners🐣🎧

🐣Japanese Podcast for beginners Ep.4

Have you ever wondered why Japan has two different names, "Nihon" and "Nippon"? 🇯🇵 

While both are correct, native speakers choose one over the other based on the "feeling" of the situation.

In this episode, I explain:

The subtle nuances: Which one sounds more energetic or formal?
Why we use "Japan" in English.

Improve your listening skills and dive deeper into Japanese culture with me! 🎙️

（やさしい日本語）

みなさんは、日本の名前に「にほん」と「にっぽん」の2つがあることを知っていますか？🤔 
どちらも正しいですが、日本人はその時の「気持ち」や「場面（ばめん）」で使い分けています。

このエピソードで話すこと：

・「にほん」と「にっぽん」のニュアンスの違い
・どうして英語では "Japan" と言うのか？

「本当の日本語」のニュアンスを、私と一緒に楽しく学びましょう！✨

Easy Japanese with Aiko | Slow & Natural Listening

にほん vs にっぽん？ Why do we say "Nihon", "Nippon" or "Japan" ? Understanding the nuance【Intermediate】

In this episode, we talk about hay fever and social manners.
In different countries, especially Japan and the UK.
Why do people cover their cough in Japan but blow their nose in the UK?
Listen until the end for a vocabulary list!

I have spotify, apple pod cast, pocket Casts :D
You can listen more episode
You can find me exactly same channel name

Everyday japanese with maki

Pollen ＆ Politeness: 花粉/かふん）と日本のマナー

Can you REALLY learn French in 3 months? 🇫🇷 (The Truth About Fluency)

Is it possible to become "fluent" in French in just 30 or 90 days? We’ve all seen the viral TikToks and YouTube videos claiming "I learned French in 1 month!" But is it reality or just clickbait?

In this episode of Déjà Vu French, we break down the myths of rapid language learning. We explore what it actually means to be "fluent" and why your native language and your daily schedule are the biggest factors in your success.

What you will learn in this video:

The 3 Definitions of Fluency: From basic daily exchanges to nuanced, spontaneous debate.

The CEFR Levels Explained: Understanding the A1 to C2 hierarchy and where "fluency" actually starts (B2 vs C1).

The 4 Core Competencies: Why you might be a B1 at speaking but an A1 at writing—and why "average" scores can be misleading.

The "Hours vs. Days" Trap: Why counting months doesn't matter if you aren't putting in the "intensive hours."

The Advantage of Latin Languages: Why Italians and Spaniards have a "fast-pass" to French fluency compared to Mandarin or Japanese speakers.

Why watch this video?
This content is perfect for intermediate French learners who want to practice their listening skills while getting a realistic, "no-nonsense" perspective on language acquisition. I speak naturally to help you adjust to the rhythm and flow of native French.

💬 Let’s discuss!
How do YOU define "fluency"? How long have you been studying French, and what is your current level? Let me know in the comments—I read and reply to all of them!

Déjà Vu French with Chris

 Learning French quickly ? (🇫🇷 Intermediate French Podcast #03)

Level N3-N1 
日本の使える文房具についてお話しています。
Beginners 使える！文房のレベルアップバージョンです。

Nihongo_Hanaso（N3+）

N3+ 使える！文房具/ぶんぼうぐ

My take on whether AI is to replace teachers... let me know your thoughts in the comments!

British English with Maria

Ep 14 - Educators vs. Algorithms: Who Teaches Best?

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

Have you found yourself saying the same thing over and over again when you answer various part 1, 2, or 3 questions of the IELTS??

Students are too eager to try to be perfect, and with this perfectionism, they get stuck on being dissatisfied with what they are saying (almost always!). Have you had that?

In this podcast, I go over one element that can make a huge difference in your performance if corrected. 

You may feel enlightened just by noticing it and becoming aware of it, and once corrected, the rewards might surprise you.

Jump into the recording, improve yourself there, and check my availability if you are preparing for any kind of interview or English-speaking engagement ahead of you.

I've helped thousands of people succeed in the spoken English arena; I can do the same for you.

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

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

Learn Mandarin from a short story.
You can also watch the video about this story here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KO1RxSj8q30&t=15s