This is a classical idiom story that almost everyone knows in China. Idiom stories not only tell people stories, but also convey great truths. Hope you enjoy it.

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Idiom story  刻舟求剑 Make a mark on the boat side to get the sword

Regine e Rodolfo parlano dell'incontro con Giulia.

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INCONTRI IN CITTÀ 4

In this short but sweet episode I expand on common phrasal verbs that are heavily used in a dentist/doctors office setting. Please leave a comment below if it was helpful and what you would like her hear more on future podcasts! 

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If you are looking for a new english teacher and found this helpful please PM me and we can get to the nitty-gritty on where you are in your english skills and what you would like to expand on in a 1:1 personal english lesson. Happy learning! 

Here's a definition of the phrasal verbs listed in the episode:

fall out - to separate. When one thing separates from another thing. Often used with teeth and hair.

keep up - continue.

cut out - stop.

cut down - reduce / consume less.

lie down - to put your body in the position where it is flat and horizontal - like being in bed.

come back - remember

pull out - remove using force.

wear off - the effects of something like a drug/medicine end gradually.

check up (noun) - inspection or examination.

check out - inspect, examine or investigate.

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Check It Out Doc! 

A mistake you don't want to make when improving communication skills in English!

Whether you are preparing for a job interview, IELTS speaking test or an important meeting - you want to keep in mind several vital components.

a) Is your dream, or desired outcome is big enough?
b) Does it excite you?
c) What are your small, actionable steps?
d) Do you have faith in your success?

Look into improving your understanding of self to gain clarity as to WHY you are doing all of these improvements.

It'll help you massively.

Listen to the podcast, share it with those will benefit by it and ask me how I can help you now.

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A mistake you don't want to make when improving spoken English.

En este episodio verás las diferencias de uso entre el imperfecto e indefinido del preterito

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EP 18. PRETERITO IMPERFECTO VS PRETERITO INDEFINIDO

If you want to achieve a band score six in IELTS you must show the ability to talk openly and freely. You are allowed to make mistakes and are not expected to speak perfect English. It is OK to hesitate, repeat yourself, or correct yourself if you think you have made a mistake. You will be able to use a range of connecting words.

Let’s look at those three skills in detail. First, let’s consider connecting words. connecting words are used to organize thoughts into words. For example, when we speak, we might say “Well, I really like to go swimming. But…I’m not very good at it. I mean, I like swimming but… I’d really like to have lessons. What connecting words did I use? Listen again: “Well, I really like to go swimming. But…I’m not very good at it. I mean, I like swimming but… You know, I’d really like to have lessons.” 
Did you hear the words well, however, and you know? These are connecting words. So, in your IELTS speaking, be sure to use connecting words. I have to admit, connecting words are not always used, because students don’t know too many.  To be honest, I think all students should practice using them. I’ve always believed that connecting words are a fantastic way to make sure you get a good speaking score in IELTS.

Did you hear three more connecting words? What were they? Correct: I have to admit, and to be honest, and I’ve always believed. Next time you have a conversation with your teacher, be sure to use To be honest, I have to admit and I’ve always thought. To be honest, I hope you choose me as your teacher. I have to admit, I enjoy teaching English. I’ve always believed that pratice makes perfect. See you! 


IELTS Speaking Practice

CONNECTING WORDS

こんばんは！Atsushiです。
今日の天気は晴れ。
気温は13℃です。

ここ最近、慣用句シリーズを続けていたので、今回は他のトピックを話そうと思います。

日本もようやく個人旅行客などの入国が緩和されましたね！
ですので、北海道のオススメの旅行先について話します。
今日は登別温泉、というところです。

先日、奥さんが休みだったので、登別温泉に行ってきました。


登別温泉は自然に温泉が湧き出ている場所です。1分に3,000リットルも！湧き出ているそうです。すごいですよね。登別の地名の語源はアイヌ語で（白く濁った川・色の濃い川）を意味するといわれ、 古くから豊富に温泉が湧き出していました。そして1857年には温泉宿が建てられ、発展していきました。

そして、地獄谷というところがあってここが登別温泉の中で1番温泉が湧き出している場所です。なぜ地獄谷というかというと、景色がこの世のものとは思えないような景色だからです。まさに地獄のような場所、ということですね。それもあって、地獄谷には鬼の像がいくつかあります。ちょっと怖かったです。子供は泣きそうな気がします。

そして、少し歩くと、湧き出しているお湯が川のように流れているところがあります。ここでは、足湯といって、足だけ温泉につかるところがあります。

この足湯に浸かってきました。
温泉ほど熱くはなかったですが、あたたかくて気持ち良かったです。

日帰りでしたが、久しぶりにちょっと旅行のような時間をすごせたので、良かったです。

これから日本に旅行で来られる方も多くなると思いますので、時々、北海道の観光地について話しますね！

ということで、今回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！
