实用的问路说法，在日本可以用起来试试看～

Crystal的日语碎碎念

4、请问，怎么去这里？=すみません、ここは どうやって 行きますか？

Brève histoire sur Napoléon.  Voici le script :

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dHLdOJUS13P8J_Me-qlxTXukroi2V2_WlbJPhmF17Rg/edit?usp=sharing

Bonne écoute!

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Napoléon Bonaparte : Une Figure Historique Incontournable (B2)

В этом выпуске вы узнаете об известном писателе-романисте Льве Николаевиче Толстом. Его самые популярные произведения - "Война и мир" и "Анна Каренина".

Я начну краткий пересказ романа "Анна Каренина", но буду рассказывать только историю Анны Карениной, потому что она главная героиня. О других героях вы можете узнать из книги или фильма. 
Финал будет уже во второй части. 

Russian with a tale

Лев Толстой и "Анна Каренина" (Часть 1)


   a. Better late than never - It's better to do something late than to not do it at all.
      Example: "He finally apologized, saying better late than never."
   b. Kill time - To occupy oneself during a period of waiting or when there's nothing else to do.
      Example: "I usually read a book to kill time during my commute."
   c. Against the clock - To be in a race against time or running out of time.
      Example: "They worked against the clock to finish the project before the deadline."
   d. In the nick of time - Just in time or at the last possible moment.
      Example: "She arrived in the nick of time to catch the train."
   e. Time flies - Time passes quickly.
      Example: "It feels like yesterday, but time flies, and now they're all grown up."


IELTS Podcast 雅思博客

Time-related idioms

A：吃药了吗？现在身体怎么样？
B：吃了，现在好多了。
A：什么时候能出院？
B：医生说下个星期。

日常对话 daily conversation

在医院

So, what exactly is a Mistake Book? It’s a notebook where you log your language mistakes using a structured approach. Each page is divided into three columns:
•	Column 1: The Mistake – Write down the mistake exactly as you made it, whether it’s in speaking, writing, or grammar.
•	Column 2: The Correction – This is where you write the correct version of the sentence or phrase.
•	Column 3: The Explanation – Briefly explain why it’s a mistake. Keep it concise—just enough to remind you of the rule or reason behind the correction.
For example, if you wrote “I have went to the store” instead of “I have gone to the store,” the explanation might be: "Use the past participle ‘gone’ instead of ‘went’.’"


111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 45 - Create a Mistake book as a reminder not to repeat the same mistake again.

Books are there to give you concepts and sentence structures, as well as ideas but I always caution students that overdoing textbook English will make you sound robotic during a normal conversation. You can memorize all the advanced vocabulary but when you talk to people in a social setting, it is a different matter. You will sound like someone reading something.

FLO TALKS 

HOW TO SPEAK NATURALLY? (NOT TEXTBOOK ENGLISH)

"Communication is king, but cultural context is its queen." -  This emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural nuances to unlock effective communication across borders.

"Listen twice, speak once, and bridge the global gap." -  Highlights the value of active listening in building cross-cultural bridges.

"Your world may end at your doorstep, but a global mindset opens doors worldwide." -  Positions a global mindset as a key to unlocking opportunities in the international arena.

"Don't assume, understand. Embrace differences, build bridges with communication." -  Encourages curiosity and empathy in cross-cultural interactions.

"Global success hinges on clear communication, not just clear words." -  Reminds us that effective communication goes beyond language barriers.

"Think globally, smile locally. A global mindset with a touch of cultural warmth goes a long way." - Encourages adaptability and cultural sensitivity in communication.

"The world is your oyster, but you need the right tool to pry it open. A global mindset is your key." -  Positions a global mindset as an essential tool for navigating the international marketplace.

"Break down the silos, break down the borders. A global mindset unlocks collaboration across the world." -  Highlights the importance of a global mindset in fostering international collaboration.

"Don't be afraid of the unfamiliar. Embrace cultural differences, communication is your translator." -  Encourages a mindset of openness and utilizing communication as a bridge across cultures.

"Global success whispers, not shouts. A global mindset lets you hear the opportunities in every language." -   Reminds us that success in the global arena requires attentiveness and cultural sensitivity.

The Global Professional Podcast

Quotes for a Global Mindset - EP 23

Today I’m going to talk about a new system, the face pass for station ticket gate. 
It is the test stage before the full-scale operation. 
I have doubts if this system can recognize correctly who I am. 
Why do I doubt it? Please listen this story! Thank you!
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先日、新聞に駅の改札に「顔パス」で通過できる改札機を試験的に導入するという記事が載っていました。　改札を「顔パス」で通過するには、あらかじめ顔写真を登録しておく必要があるそうです。　毎日　同じ駅を使って　会社に行く人や学校に行く人たちにとっては、とても便利なシステムだと思います。
すでに、「顔」をパスワード替わりに使っているアプリが普通に使われています。例えば、銀行口座のアプリでは、顔認証と暗証番号の入力のいずれかでアクセスできるようになっています。　
実は、この顔認証に私は少々不便を感じています。最初に顔を登録したとき、私はばっちり化粧をして眼鏡をかけていました。　そのため、眼鏡をかけていなかったり、寝起きの化粧をしていない顔だと本人だと認識してくれないのです。　間違いなく本人なのに、化粧をしているかしていないか、眼鏡をかけているかいないかで、本人かどうかがわからないのです。これって、なんだか変ですよね。　化粧をしていない、眼鏡をかけていない顔が　本当の私の顔のはずなのに、アプリに「本人ではありません」と判断されているのですから。
きっと、これから駅の改札に導入される「顔パス」機能も、同じようなことが起こるのじゃないかと思っています。。　そう考えると、「顔パス」登録用の顔とスタイルを決めておかなくてはいけません。　そうしなければ、私が登録していない顔で通るたびに、改札が開かずに渋滞が起きてしまいますからね。
今日は新しい駅の改札についてお話しました。
