Strasbourg, sa choucroute, sa cathédrale, ses légendes !


Douce France

Le vieux Strasbourg

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1. Почему камень тосковал?
2. Какая у него была мечта?
3. Кем в итоге стал камень?

Russfriend  (all about russia) 

О. Козырев "Камень"

Halo semua! Bagaimana akhir minggu kalian? Baik? 
Akhir-akhir ini pekerjaan saya sangat banyak dan harus selesai sebelum tenggat waktu (締切・deadline). Jadi hampir setiap malam saya begadang. “Begadang” di Bahasa Jepang artinya 遅くまで起きている, di Bahasa Inggris artinya “stay up late”. Ya, saya tahu ini tidak baik untuk kesehatan. Dan karena sering begadang, setiap hari saya minum kopi lebih dari 4 cangkir, juga menjadi lapar di malam hari. Aduh! Saya harus mulai diet lagi! Kalian juga jangan sering begadang ya, selamat beraktifitas! Sampai jumpa di podcast berikutnya! 


Akhir minggu

Begadang

¡Hola a todos! La noticia de hoy es sobre prisioneros y cárceles. Espero que les guste. ¡Continúen practicando! 

¡Noticias en español!

Prisioneros - 02

In this episode you will learn the different uses for prepositions and conjunctions, you will also learn new prepositions and conjunctions.

Spanish with Jas

EP 39. PREPOSITIONS & CONJUNCTIONS

아들! 엄마 칼슘 보충제 좀 사줄 수 있어?
儿子! 可不可以帮妈买点儿补钙品啊? 

그럼요, 또 필요한 것 있으시면 언제든지 저에게 말해주세요.
当然可以, 还需要什么随时跟我说。

그럼, 사는 김에 종합 비타민도 좀 사줘.
那么, 顺便再给我买个综合维生素吧。 

네, 오늘 주문하면 내일이나 모레 받을 수 있을 거예요.
行, 今天下单的话, 估计明天或者后天能收到。 

칼슘 보충제 补钙品
언제든지, 언제나 随时
-하는 김에 顺便
종합 비타민 综合维生素

[YOON] 1분 한국어

아들! 엄마 칼슘 보충제 좀 사줄 수 있어? 儿子! 可不可以帮妈买点儿补钙品啊? 

00:00 Introduction
01:33 part1 General Small Talk Questions (一般闲聊问题)
04:47 part 2 Work and Career (工作与职业)
07:05 part3 Travel (旅行)
09:30 part4 Hobbies and Interests (爱好和兴趣)
11:21 part5Food and Drink (食物和饮品)
Ready to improve your Chinese speaking and listening skills? In this video, my friend Karen and I take on a fun challenge: 100 small talk questions! Karen asks, I answer, covering everything from favorite movies and travel experiences to daily habits. Each question is full of interesting and practical content, making this video a perfect way for intermediate Chinese learners to practice listening and build vocabulary.  

Join us to see what fun topics we discuss! Don’t forget to share your answers in the comments!  

Story learning Chinese with Annie

100 Fun Small Talk Questions | Intermediate Chinese Listening Challenge（Part 1) B1

If you see someone sitting alone in a restaurant, you might assume they're waiting for someone, or perhaps they're grabbing a quick lunch on their break.

But more and more people around the world are purposely dining alone.

Japan has a special word for this: ohitorisama, which refers to people confidently doing things alone without worrying about what others think.

A recent survey found that 23% of Japanese people eat out alone, up from 18% in 2018. And in the US, solo dining reservations have risen 29% over the last two years, according to restaurant reservation site OpenTable.

OpenTable CEO Debby Soo thinks remote work is one reason for the increase, with people looking for a break from their home offices.

The increasing popularity in solo dining comes as more people are living alone. In 2019, the Pew Research Center found that 38% of US adults ages 25 to 54 were living without a partner, up from 29% in 1990. In Japan, single households now make up one-third of the total; that’s expected to increase to 40% by 2040, according to government data.

Growing interest in solo travel — particularly among travelers ages 55 and over — is also leading to more meals alone.

But Soo thinks there could be more to it than that.

"I think there's a broader movement of self-love and self-care and really … enjoying your own company," Soo said.

As a result, many restaurants are redoing their seating, changing their menus and adding other special touches to appeal to solo diners.

But some aren't always happy to seat one diner. A Michelin-starred London restaurant caused a stir last year when it started charging solo diners the same price as two customers. The restaurant, which has 34 seats, offers an eight-course menu costing about $280 per person.

Other restaurants say it's worth seating one person because solo diners will often come back and eat there again.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Party of One: Solo Dining Increasing in Popularity


Professional networking is the strategic cultivation of mutually beneficial relationships with individuals in your field or related industries. It goes beyond simply exchanging business cards; it's about building trust and rapport through consistent interaction and exchange of knowledge.

The core objective is to create a network of contacts who can provide support, guidance, and opportunities throughout your career journey. This network can be a source of:

Job opportunities: Often, positions are filled through referrals, and a strong network increases your chances of being recommended for suitable roles.

Industry insights: By connecting with experienced professionals, you gain valuable knowledge about current trends, challenges, and best practices in your field.

Mentorship: Seasoned professionals can offer invaluable guidance on career development, skill-building, and navigating workplace dynamics.

Collaboration: Networking fosters connections that can lead to fruitful collaborations on projects, expanding your skillset and reach.
Professional networking encompasses various activities:

Attending industry events: Conferences, workshops, and meetups provide excellent platforms to connect with peers and potential collaborators.

Joining professional organizations: Associations offer networking opportunities, educational resources, and access to industry leaders.

Leveraging online platforms: Professional networking sites like LinkedIn allow you to connect with colleagues and showcase your expertise.

Building relationships with colleagues: Maintaining positive relationships with current and past colleagues strengthens your network within your existing professional sphere.

Effective networking requires a genuine interest in others, active listening, and the ability to build rapport.  Remember, it's a two-way street; aim to provide value to your network by offering support, sharing knowledge, and making meaningful connections. 