Today we're talking about the idiom "bells and whistles", we'll also hear the phrase, "nice-to-have". I hope you find today's vocabulary useful!

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

I don't really need these bells and whistles! 

4.~겠: intention, will, assumption or polite phrase
          verb stem + 겠다 
5.~네: to express surprise to the information that
          is newly known from seeing or hearing now.
          verb stem + 네요  
6.~는: change the verb into adjective to describe noun (current action)
          verb stem + 는

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Korean Grammar Podcast Ep.2

Welcome ! ☀️
Because it’s summer — and to keep things feeling light and fun — this podcast channel aims to stay connected to French pronunciation. The episodes are short and straightforward, each focusing on how to pronounce essential French sounds that are tricky or commonly mispronounced.

Today's episode is about the correct pronunciation of the letters "er".
➡️ Read the transcript while listening, to link the sounds to the spelling and to do the little pronunciation exercise at the end.

TRANSCRIPTION :
Bonjour ! ça va ? Moi je vais très très bien !

Aujourd’hui on va pratiquer la prononciation correcte de “er”. II existe 2 manières de le prononcer.

La première se prononce “é” et se trouve à la fin du mot. Comme dans manger.
Voici des exemples.
Répète après moi : boulanger / aller / chandelier / fumer / chanter / boucher / écouter / travailler / aimer / nager.

La deuxième se prononce “r” elle se trouve à l’intérieur du mot. Comme dans merci.
Voici des exemples.
Répète après moi : chercher / mercredi / personne / serveur / perdre / dernier / verbe / version / fermer / perle.

Attention il y a quelques exceptions, le “er” à la fin de quelques petits mots se prononce “r” comme par exemple : hier / hiver / cher / mer / fer.

Allez, maintenant le quiz final !
So, you will speak just after I say the number. A blank will give you time to speak. Then listen to my pronunciation. Read number 2 and listen to the pronunciation again. Just keep going like that.

Prêt ? C’est parti !

1: chercher le boulanger
2: aller chez le boucher
3: merci
4: allumer le chandelier
5: je suis perdu
6: chanter le mercredi
7: préparer le dîner
8: visiter un quartier
9: appeler le serveur
10: une perle chère

Et voilà c’est tout pour aujourd’hui. Je te donne rendez-vous au prochain épisode ! A bientôt !

French Pronunciation to go

Pronunciation of "er"

This episode refers to the law 20/80. This is a law we can apply when we are learning a language.

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Unlock the Olfactory Code: A Linguist's Guide to Scent-Based Memory Encoding

Fellow linguists, ever wondered if there's an untapped sensory pathway to accelerate language acquisition? Move beyond traditional auditory and visual models. In Episode 96 of 111 Tips for Learning a Language, we dissect a fascinating neuromorphic learning strategy: harnessing the Proustian effect for lexical and syntactic retention.

This episode isn't about another app or mnemonic device; it's a deep dive into the privileged neural architecture of the olfactory system and its direct link to the hippocampus and amygdala—the core hubs of memory consolidation and emotional recall. We explore the rigorous science of context-dependent memory and present a methodological framework for creating potent, scent-anchored memory traces.

In this episode, you will discover:

The neurobiological evidence for smell as a superior encoding context.

A replicable protocol for establishing a "signature learning scent" to enhance recall fidelity.

How to architect a scent-vocabulary palette for categorical lexical priming.

The implications of olfactory learning for affective filter reduction and long-term retention.

Forget what you know about learning. Remember with your nose.

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Tip 96 - How 🧴Your Nose💐can help you learn a language

In this episode, I am talking about alcohol in Germany. This episode is perfect for beginners who just embarked on their German language journey. This podcast series will help you to get used to the German language and is suitable for A1-B1 level. Make sure that you also check out my future episodes. 

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Slow German Podcast for Beginners / Episode 17 Alkohol (A1-B1)


A well-crafted PMS acts as a guiding principle, outlining an individual's core values, aspirations, and desired impact. It transcends the immediate concerns of a specific job and offers a long-term perspective on career fulfillment. Upskilling becomes most impactful when targeted towards capabilities that directly contribute to the goals and values outlined in the PMS.

Consider an individual with a personal mission statement emphasizing innovation and environmental responsibility. Upskilling in areas like sustainable design thinking or green technology directly aligns with their core values and aspirations. This targeted approach fosters deeper engagement with the learning process, leading to a more effective acquisition of new skills.

Furthermore, a personal mission statement can inform the selection of upskilling opportunities beyond technical skills. Communication, leadership, and emotional intelligence development, for example, can empower individuals to advocate for their ideas, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and build strong collaborative relationships – all crucial aspects of achieving their desired impact.

The synergy between upskilling and a personal mission statement is a two-way street. As individuals acquire new skills and knowledge, their personal mission statement may evolve to reflect their expanding capabilities and redefine their aspirations. This continuous cycle of learning and reflection fosters a sense of purpose and propels individuals towards achieving their full potential.

Organizations can leverage this connection by encouraging employees to articulate their personal mission statements and then curate upskilling opportunities that align with those statements. This not only fosters a more engaged and motivated workforce, but also ensures the skills acquired contribute directly to achieving the organization's strategic goals.



The Global Professional Podcast

Upskilling and Personal Mission Statements Episode 89 

今天Karen和柏威聊了聊在柏威-一位美国人-眼里中国那些“奇怪”的习惯和文化现象。


Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

那些”奇怪“的中国习惯 Those "strange" habits Chinese people have

こんにちは！Atsushiです。
今日の天気は晴れ。気温は21℃。
少し肌寒いです。

今日はもしもし？について話します。

みなさんの国では、電話を取る時、なんと言いますか？
英語を使う国では、Helloとか、Hiというでしょうか。

日本では、電話を取った時、もしもし？といいます。
他の時に使わないので、少し不思議な言葉に感じます。
なぜ、もしもし、と言うか知っていますか？

日本の電話のはじまりは、1890年明治23年でした。
当時は、電話交換をする人、オペレーターのような人がいて、電話をつないでいました。

その人がつなぐ相手に失礼のないよう、
"申します、申します"と言っていました。
ちゃんとつながっているか、言います、言います、と確認していたということですね。

それが短くなり、今のもしもし、となったようです。

その言葉が今も残っていると思うとおもしろいですよね。
日本人に電話をかける時は、ぜひ、もしもし！と言ってみてください。

ということで、今日も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！

ではまた！

