One Minute Speaking Challenge - Shopping

In today's One Minute English Challenge you'll find some questions that will help you to express your thoughts and ideas on the topic of Shopping.

If you want - write your answers but it's better to speak it out as it's the goal for One Minute Daily Challenges.

Enjoy the process and see you tomorrow.


One minute speaking challenge - Challenge yourself to speak English daily!

One Minute Speaking Challenge - Shopping

Výběr zajímavostí o České republice!

Czech Easily: Slow & Easy

7. Zajímavosti o Česku

The character "耳 - ěr" is a pictographic character resembling the shape of a human ear.

1. Meaning (字义)
The character "耳 -ěr " primarily means "ear." It can also relate to hearing and listening.

2. Usage (用法)

"耳" is commonly used in words and phrases related to ears and hearing. 

Example Words (例词)

1.耳朵 (ěr duo) - ear
我的耳朵很敏感。 (Wǒ de ěr duo hěn mǐngǎn.)
My ears are very sensitive.

2.耳环 (ěr huán) - earring
她戴着漂亮的耳环。 (Tā dàizhe piàoliang de ěr huán.)
She is wearing beautiful earrings.

Example Sentences (例句)

1.他用耳朵听音乐。 (Tā yòng ěr duo tīng yīnyuè.)
He listens to music with his ears.

2.她的耳朵很大。 (Tā de ěr duo hěn dà.)
Her ears are very big.

3.小心保护耳朵。 (Xiǎoxīn bǎohù ěr duo.)
Be careful to protect your ears.

Idiom (四字成语)

成语: 耳目一新 (Ěr mù yì xīn )

Meaning (意义)
"耳目一新" literally means "a fresh new look for the ears and eyes." It refers to something that is refreshing and gives a new and pleasant impression.

Usage (用法)
This idiom is used to describe a new experience or change that is refreshing and invigorating.

Example Sentence (例句)
新装修的房子让人耳目一新。 (Xīn zhuāngxiū de fángzi ràng rén ěr mù yì xīn.)
The newly renovated house is refreshing and gives a new impression.

Summary
The character "耳" is related to ears and hearing. Its usage is common in everyday expressions and phrases. The idiom "耳目一新" describes something new and refreshing, often used to express a positive change or improvement.


每日一字

En este episodio te presento a los alebrijes. Espero te guste y disfrutes de conocer un poco más de la cultura mexicana.

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Día de Muertos

Los alebrijes

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rì jiǔ shēng qíng

意思是指相处的日子长久了，就会产生感情。

反之于一见钟情，区别在于喜欢上对方的速度；通常多用于人与人之间，或人与其他事物之间。

Chinese idioms (中国成语)

日久生情

L'anno volge al termine, è quasi giunto il momento di congedarsi dal 2023 per dare il benvenuto al 2024 e di riflettere sui propositi per l'anno nuovo. Ma avete mai curiosato nei dettagli di cosa gli italiani prediligano gustare durante la notte di Capodanno? Scopriamolo insieme!

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Is your company experiencing constant downsizing, hiring freezes, or departmental mergers? These frequent changes can create a stressful atmosphere and signal potential instability.

Does your manager avoid discussing future goals or your role in the company's direction? A lack of transparency regarding career paths and long-term plans can be a red flag.

Are there limited opportunities for professional development? Is there a culture of stagnation and a lack of encouragement for upskilling or reskilling? A dead-end job can hinder your long-term career aspirations.

Do you feel underutilized or constantly passed over for challenging projects? Is your skillset not being leveraged effectively? Feeling undervalued can be demotivating and impact your sense of purpose.

Is your job impacting your mental or physical health? Are you experiencing burnout, anxiety, or decreased work-life balance? Prioritizing your well-being is crucial, and a toxic work environment might require a change.

 Leaving a job is a significant decision.  Before making the leap, consider:

Do you have an emergency fund to cover expenses during a job search?
Research current trends and opportunities in your field.
What kind of work environment and opportunities do you seek?

I can assist you in crafting a strong resume and cover letter, offer practice interviews, and connect you with valuable job search resources. Don't hesitate to schedule an appointment and explore your options.  Remember, your career path is yours to navigate.

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 Is It Time to Say Goodbye? - Episode 103

En este episodio de podcast hablamos de edad y de cumplir años. En él te hablo de una tradición española muy curiosa “los tirones de orejas”. Y te comento varias maneras diferentes de hablar de la edad aproximada de una persona. Es decir vas a aprender a decir la edad, sin decir exactamente tus años.

Después de escuchar el episodio, no te olvides de decirme:

¿Habías escuchado de “los tirones de orejas”? ¿En tu país lo hacéis? 

¿Qué tradición especial tienes para celebrar los cumpleaños? 
