Estoy segura de que al menos recibes una felicitación navideña, en el pasado igual lo hacías por correo ordinario, hoy en día por correo electrónico, porque todo evoluciona, pero el significado es el mismo. 

Estas felicitaciones son las conocidas tarjetas de Navidad y en el episodio de hoy te cuento como aparecieron.


Blanca to go 

Especial Navidad 2.4- Tarjetas de Navidad

This listening lesson is about the colors in German. You'll learn lots of colors and some example sentences.

Listen to German

The colors in German - Die Farben im Deutschen

The cost of low-budget food in Britain’s supermarkets has risen by up to 50 per cent over the past year, official figures show.

The Office for National Statistics reports that the price of value pasta ranges has jumped by 50 per cent since April last year!

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The Conversation

Cost of living: Supermarket value food prices up as much as 50%

Listen to this conversation between two friends and how one of them explain all his daily routine from Monday till Sunday. Enjoy! 

Aprende árabe con Radia 

Daily routine 

En este primer episodio de colombianos en el mundo le hago una entrevista a Gabriela, una colombiana que siendo muy pequeña se fue con su madre a Italia y hace unos años decidió irse a estudiar a Inglaterra. Ella habla de sus experiencias en el extranjero siendo tan joven, la nostalgia de casa y el saber varios idiomas. Tiempos verbales: pretérito indefinido, imperfecto, presente. 

Viviendo entre dos lenguas 

Colombianos en el mundo, 1 entrevista

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of hobbies. Hobbies are activities that bring joy, relaxation, and opportunities to connect with others. Whether you're just starting to learn English or have some experience, this episode is designed to help you expand your vocabulary and confidently discuss your hobbies in English.

Hosted by Louis, this engaging episode begins by introducing various hobbies, such as reading, playing a musical instrument, hiking, painting, cooking, and photography. You'll have a moment to reflect on which hobbies interest you personally.

Next, Louis guides you through essential phrases to express your favorite hobbies. You'll learn how to answer the question, "What's your favorite hobby?" by using the phrase "My favorite hobby is..." For example, "My favorite hobby is reading." Additionally, you'll practice saying, "I enjoy..." followed by your preferred hobby, such as "I enjoy hiking" or "I enjoy cooking."

Building on these phrases, Louis teaches you how to use "I like to..." followed by a verb to describe your hobbies. For instance, "I like to play the guitar." These simple structures enable you to share your hobbies and interests with others more confidently.

To foster engaging conversations, Louis demonstrates how to ask questions about someone's hobbies. You'll practice asking, "What hobbies do you have?" and "Do you play any sports?" Furthermore, you'll learn to inquire about frequency with the question, "How often do you [hobby]?" For example, "How often do you go hiking?"

By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the necessary vocabulary and phrases to discuss hobbies with ease. Remember, practice makes perfect, so be sure to utilize these phrases with friends or language exchange partners. Tune in to the podcast and embark on an exciting journey of learning and sharing your hobbies in English. Happy learning!

English on the Road 

Talking about Hobbies

31 modi di dire italiani con gli animali


Avere grilli per la testa= essere pieni di idee strane e fantasiose. (espressione simile: avere idee strampalate)
Esempio= Oggi non riesco a concentrarmi, ho troppi grilli per la testa. 

Essere lento come una lumaca= essere molto lenti. 
Esempio= Mario è lento come una lumaca e arriva sempre in ritardo!

essere a cavallo= essere arrivati a un buon punto.
Esempio= Ragazzi, siamo a cavallo: se continuiamo così finiremo il lavoro prima del tempo!

A caval donato non si guarda in bocca= non si giudicano i regali ricevuti. Il proverbio deriva dall’usanza in passato di guardare i denti del avallo per verificare se stava in salute. 
Esempio= Non lamentarti Lucia pr il regalo che ti ha fatto Luca! Non lo sai che a caval donato non si guarda in bocca?

Andare a letto con le galline= andare a letto presto.
Esempio= La nonna Maria va a letto con le galline e si alza sempre alle sei. 

La gallina dalle uova d’oro= persona o situazione fortunata. Dalla favola di Esopo.
Esempio= Antonio ha scoperto che per lui vendere i quadri online è la sua gallina dalle uova d’oro.
Gallina che canta ha fatto l’uovo= chi spesso si lamenta per qualcosa che è successo, ne è il responsabile. 
esempio= Non credere alle loro promesse: solo una gallina che canta ha fatto l’uovo.

Prendere un granchio= commettere un errore o un passo falso.
Esempio= Oggi a lavoro ho preso un granchio e ho perso un cliente. 

Andare in oca= essere distratto, andare in confusione.
Esempio: Oggi sono andato in oca quando ho risposto al professore. 


 Avere/far venire la pelle d’oca= significa provare un forte brivido o una sensazione di formicolio sulla pelle, generalmente causato da un'emozione intensa come la paura.
Esempio= Ieri ho avuto la pelle d’oca quando ho sentito quella canzone.



Italiano espresso

31 modi di dire in italiano nei quali si usano gli animali

『オルゴールワールド』　にしのあきひろ著

どれ、奇跡の話をしようじゃないか。

カンパネラ爺がこしらえているラッパはな、えれぇ昔に工場の屋根をつきぬけて、
いまじゃ空中帝国から空にむかってビヨーンと とびだしとるが、それでもまだまだ完成しとらんのだと。
カンパネラ爺は、そのラッパのさきっちょで、もう５０年も工具をふりまわしとる。
そげな場所で足をすべらせたら、５０００メートル下の『森』へとまっさかさま。ひとたまりもない。
ところがどっこい、まわりの心配なんのその、きょうもラッパの大工事。
どんな言葉をかけようと、カンパネラ爺の返事はいつも決まって こうじゃった。
「ちょっくら奇跡に用がある」

Shall we talk about a MIRACLE?

Old Man Campanella is building a bugle. A long long time ago, it pierced right through the roof of
his factory, and now it stretches out far from the EMPIRE IN THE SKY, poking up way into the air.
Even so, it's still a long way from completion.
Old Man Campanella has been wielding his tools on the tip of his bugle for 50 years now.
If he was to slip, he would fall into the FOREST 5000 meters below and land smack on his head.
He wouldn't stand a chance. But, no matter how much people worry about him, he's at it again today, building away on his bugle.
And, no matter who says what, Old Man Campanella always gives the same response.
''There's a miracle waiting for me''