Join me on fun adventures around Cape Town, my hometown in South Africa, in this podcast suitable for adults (A2 level and up) and kids familiar with English.

Cape Town Chronicles

This channel will be dedicated to short podcasts that accompany each chapter of the novella "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Let's enjoy the enchanting world of the little prince! 

Book Club: The Little Prince

¿Por qué Cartagena es la ciudad más emocionante de Sudamérica? Part 3 final

¿Por qué Colombia es un buen destino turístico?

Learn how to use the common English idiom "A Dime a Dozen" on the latest episode of Stairway to English!

👉 Book with me: https://italki.com/teacher/8476284

Stairway to English: Short easy to understand episodes to improve your English grammar and fluency

Don't buy that! They're a dime a dozen! Learn how to use the English idiom "A Dime a Dozen"

In this podcast we first teach you some vocabulary to use for New Years , and secondly discuss customs on the day.

Let's have a chat (Discussions In English) 

Episode 41: New Years Eve/ Day Vocabulary! What will you do for New Years? 

In this podcast, we talk about the following ten words:
Souvenir: Derived from the French word "souvenir," meaning "to remember," this word entered English in the late 18th century. It refers to an object or memento that serves as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

Rendezvous: Originating from the French phrase "rendez-vous," which means "meeting" or "appointment," this word entered English in the 16th century. 

Cuisine: Borrowed directly from French, "cuisine" refers to a style or method of cooking, often associated with a particular culture or region. It encompasses the preparation and presentation of food.

Fiancé/Fiancée: These terms come from the French words "fiancé" (masculine) and "fiancée" (feminine), both meaning "engaged." They are used to describe a person who is engaged to be married.

Déjà vu: This widely recognized phrase comes from French, where it literally means "already seen." It refers to the feeling or sensation that one has experienced the present situation before, even though it is new.

Encore: Borrowed from French, "encore" means "again" or "once more." It is often used in the context of a performance to request an additional or repeated act from the performer.

Lingerie: Derived from the French word "lingerie," this term refers to women's underwear and intimate apparel. It encompasses a range of garments, including bras, panties, nightgowns, and robes.

Décor: Also borrowed from French, "décor" denotes the overall style, arrangement, and aesthetics of a space or setting. It refers to the decorative elements used to enhance the ambiance or atmosphere.

Croissant: This word, of French origin, describes a flaky and crescent-shaped pastry. It has become popular worldwide and is often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack item.

Ballet: Originating from French, "ballet" refers to a highly expressive and intricate form of dance. It combines precise movements, graceful gestures, and storytelling to create a visual spectacle.


English on the Road 

Top Ten English Words with French Origins

Do	做	zuò
Drag	拖	tuō
Draw	画	huà
Dream	做梦	zuòmèng
Drift	漂移	piāoyí


5 Verbs a Day. 每天学习五个动词。

C(20) Vocabulary Set: Do Drag Draw Dream Drift

ビザの期限が切れたので今、日本に一時帰国しています。ドイツではようやく暖かくなり、庭のさくらが咲き始めていました。マスクの義務も今月から無くなりました。なのでこの時期に帰ることになったのはとても残念です。
さて、日本入国についてですが、今も日本では３回ワクチンを接種している人以外は隔離が必要です。私は２回しかワクチンを接種していないので、隔離をしました。隔離３日目に自費でPCR検査を受けて陰性だったので、隔離期間は３日間でした。PCR検査を受けない場合は7日間です。
ドイツ出国前にもPCR検査を受ける必要がありました。私はフィンランドで乗り継ぎをしたので、そこでPCR検査を受ける必要があるかどうかなどを確認するために入国条件を何度も確認しました。空港のカウンターに行って検査の証明書を見せて、搭乗が認められるまでとても不安でした。また、今回は戦争のために、通常のロシア上空を飛ぶ北ルートではなく、南ルートを通ることになり飛行時間が長くなっていました。でも機内はガラガラで５人席を独り占めでき、横になって寝ることが出来ました。
今も日本入国には隔離やPCR検査が必要なので、コロナ前のように気軽に日本に旅行することができるようになるまではまだ時間がかかりそうです。

期限が切れる：きげん　the expiration date has come
一時：いちじ　temporary
義務：ぎむmandatory
接種(せっしゅ)する：take　
隔離：かくり　quarantine
自費で：じひで　at own expense　
陰性：いんせい　negative  *陽性：positive
出国：しゅっこくdepart from a country
入国：にゅうこく　entry into a country
乗り継ぎ：のりつぎ　transfer 
条件：じょうけん　condition, requirement
確認する：check
検査：けんさ　examination, test
証明書:　しょうめいしょ　certificate
認める：みとめる　accept
上空：じょうくう 　above　
北：きた　north
南：みなみ south
機内：きない  in the cabin
飛行時間：ひこうじかん　flight time
ガラガラ：empty
一人占め：ひとりじめ  keep ~ to myself
横になって寝る：lay down

Nihongo Short Story by Noriko

日本に帰国しました (I returned to Japan)

"In this episode, I sit down with Jerome to chat about tipping culture in the US and how it compares to other countries around the world. We share personal stories, awkward tipping moments, and discuss when, where, and how much people are expected to tip. Don’t miss it!

Thanks to Jerome for being such a great guest!!!

Alexis : https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/9464070
Jerome: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/4075458

Hey Alexis!

Tipping Around the World: How Much Is Too Much?

La Feria de Tizimín, Yucatán, es un evento lleno de color, música y tradiciones mientras practicamos los verbos regulares: deber, ganar, llevar, pasar, tocar y tomar, que tienen más de un significado en inglés.
Deber: should, ought to, to owe.
Ganar: to win, tp earn.
Llevar: to carry, to wear.
Pasar: to pass, to happen, to spend.
Tocar: to touch, to play an instrument.
Tomar: to take, to have.

Música: Yucatan Peninsula @bizbazstudio3936
