This is the first episode for exploring English through the rich, lively, fiery, and beautiful world of JRR Tolkien's the Hobbit. The best way to ignite your desire to learn more and more words, expressions - the pieces of the English language that you can start to put together in your own fantastic way!

The World of Storytelling

The Hobbit and Swimming into English!

The Meaningless “do” of English. Why DO we have to say “do” when we ask “Why DO we have to say “do”? ;) ￼

The Language Journey

The Meaningless "do" of English

Olá pessoal, tudo bem com vocês? No episódio de hoje vamos falar algumas palavras que não tem tradução direta em inglês e em várias outras línguas. Espero que vocês gostem! Assinem nosso podcast!

Português com Thiago

Palavras em Português que não existem em outras línguas!

Practice pronunciation with the 60-sec audios, here!
https://www.azumiism.com/2022/03/japanese-learning/lets-practice-japanese-pronunciation-with-scripts/#item2

Reviewing Japanese Grammar via Genki1

Let's Review Lesson 5, Genki 1

In today's episode we look at Hofstede's second cultural dimension which is Individualism (vs Collectivism), including what it means to be individualialistic/collectivist, as well as some possible consequences. 

More Than English Podcast

INDIVIDUALISM vs COLLECTIVISM (1/2) Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions | More than English Podcast #012

Level : B1 
Nivel de dificultad : B1

⚡ ¿Cuál es la carretera más larga del mundo?
⚡ ¿Cuáles países atraviesa esta carretera?


SEASON 2 : Chat & eat 🌮 TEMPORADA 2 : Charlar y comer

TEMPORADA 2 : La carretera más larga del mundo 🚧🛤🛣 SEASON 2 : The longest roadway in the world

Título: NO felicitar por el Día Internacional de la mujer ¿Por qué NO?,
Categoría: Opinión sobre hecho de actualdad.
Nivel: Intermedio 

¿Sabías que felicitar a una mujer el 8 de marzo puede ser, en realidad, un error? 

Sí, así como lo lees.

Hoy no vamos a hablar de flores, chocolates o mensajes bonitos. Hoy vamos a hablar del verdadero significado del Día Internacional de la Mujer, el 8 de Marzo.

Hola, soy Rocío, tu profesora, y esto es Rocío en Español. 

En este episodio les digo por qué NO deberíamos felicitar a las mujeres el 8M y qué podemos hacer en su lugar. ¿Listos para algo que quizá no sabían? ¡Eso espero!

Puedes pedir la transcripción a soyrocio@rocioenespanol.com o me escribes por este medio <3

Te espero en clases.
Rocío.-

Rocío en Español Podcast

27 No felicitar por el Día de la Mujer: ¿Por qué no?


These various expressions for affirmation encompass a wide range of tones and levels of formality. In everyday conversation, a simple "yes" or "yeah" suffices, and a touch of informality may be added with "sure" or "absolutely." When assurance is absolute, phrases like "without a doubt, yes" and "most definitely" leave no room for ambiguity. In informal settings, a resounding agreement might be expressed with "you bet" or "hell yeah," and a casual "totally" or "yup" carries a similar sentiment. For matters necessitating decorum, a formal approach may entail phrases like "I wholeheartedly agree" or "indeed," while "I concur" and "affirmative" maintain a level of professionalism. Politeness sweetens the agreement in expressions such as "I'd be happy to" and "that sounds wonderful," demonstrating eagerness to comply. A touch of wit adds a layer of humor to the affirmation, as seen in expressions like "in a New York minute" or "is the Pope Catholic?" In more refined circles, the upper class might communicate their agreement with endearing phrases like "absolutely, my dear" or "most assuredly," maintaining a level of warmth. For royalty, an affirmation is conveyed with grace and respect, as in "by all means, Your Majesty" or "it would be my honor, Your Highness," 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.

LEARN BY LISTENING

How To Say 'YES' in Various English Registers

Idiom: To Be Awashed With (with transcript)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_wE3P45fQEVO_X9VO_mE_rcwQ3mVHvKy/view?usp=drivesdk