今回は日本でよく使われている美容室/びようしつAPPの使い方についてお話しています。

日本に長く住む人はもちろん、髪の毛を切りますが、なかなか美容室に行くのは勇気がいりますよね💦

そんな人に役立てればいいな！

Nihongo Hanaso (Beginners)

Beginners 日本でかみを切る！

Full transcript: https://japanesemayuna.com/

はい、こんにちは。今回はポッドキャストの32回目です。今週は色々なニュースがありましたね。イギリスのボリス・ジョンソン首相が辞任したり、遊戯王の漫画家が事故で亡くなったりしました。今朝は、安倍元総理が狙撃されて亡くなったニュースを聞いて、大変驚きました。日本では銃が使われる事件は年間10件以下しか起こらないため、今回の事件は非常に珍しいです。日本は平和な国だと思われていますが、実際は若者の貧困が深刻になっています。犯罪は増えていくかもしれません。

Hello. This is my podcast episode 32. There's been a lot of news this week. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned, and a Yu-Gi-Oh cartoonist was killed in an accident. This morning, I was very surprised to hear the news that former Prime Minister Abe was killed by a sniper. This incident is very unusual in Japan, as there are less than 10 incidents a year in which guns are used. Japan is considered to be a peaceful country, but in reality, poverty among young people is becoming more serious. Crime may increase.

今日は、日本の夏の習慣を紹介したいと思います。皆さんの国では、夏に家族や親戚に会う習慣がありますか？日本では、８月の「お盆」と言う祝日に家族に会う人が多いです。カードやプレゼントを送ることもあります。これは「暑中見舞い」と言って、７月上旬から８月上旬ごろに送ります。「暑中」は暑い時期と言う意味で、「見舞い」は誰かを訪ねて、様子を見に行くことです。カードには「暑中お見舞い申し上げます」というフレーズが使われます。「申し上げる」は「言う」の謙譲語です。謙譲語とは、敬語の一つで、自分の行動に使います。プレゼントにはとくに決まりはありません。プレゼントを贈らない場合もあります。

Today I would like to introduce some Japanese summer customs. In your country, is there a custom of meeting family and relatives in the summer? In Japan, many people meet their families on a holiday in August called 'Obon'. Cards and gifts are sometimes sent. This is called 'Shochu Mimai' and is sent from early July to early August. ‘Shochu' means 'hot season' and 'Mimai (politer: Omimai)' means visiting someone to see how they are doing. The phrase "Shochu Omimai Moushiagemasu (I wish you all the best in the hot weather)" is used on the card. The phrase ’Moushiageru’ is the humble form of ‘Iu (to say)’. Humble expression is one of the honorifics and is used for one's own actions. There are no specific rules for gifts. In some cases, gifts may not be given.

Japanese Lessons with Mayuna

32. 暑中見舞い

In this episode, we’ll explore the subtle yet important difference between 经历 (jīng lì) and 经验 (jīng yàn) in Chinese! What do they mean? When should you use one over the other? Through practical examples and real-life scenarios, I’ll help you master these two words and use them confidently. Plus, learn some new vocabulary along the way!


Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

What is your experience? 经历 or 经验？

 Portuguese Audios for Intermediate B1 -Áudios em Português para Intermédios B1

Apresentando pessoas 

こんにちは、あかりです。今日(きょう)のトピックは「働(はたら)き方(かた)の違(ちが)い」です。

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Slow Japanese

Episode #48 - Difference in working style

Learn to talk about your daily activities in Spanish. Best for beginner and elementary students!

Super Basic Spanish

Basic Spanish: ¿Qué haces normalmente? (What do you do normally?)

Nell'episodio di oggi vi parlerò della famosissima cantante italiana Mina. 

Italiano Chiaro - Cultura e Tradizioni 

Mina

In the world of business, persuasion reigns supreme. It's not just about slick sales pitches; it's about influencing others to see your point of view, be it a client considering your product, a colleague on a new strategy, or an investor on your venture.

The core of persuasion lies in understanding your audience.  What are their needs, wants, and potential objections? By tailoring your message to address these concerns, you build trust and credibility.  Facts and figures are powerful, but framing them in a way that resonates with your audience is key.  Highlight how your product solves their pain points or your idea benefits their goals.

Different audiences respond to different persuasive tactics.  For analytical thinkers, data and research hold weight.  Emotional connectors, on the other hand, respond better to stories and testimonials that paint a vivid picture of the positive impact.

Remember, persuasion is a two-way street. Listen attentively to your audience's perspective. Acknowledge their concerns and address them directly.  This fosters a collaborative environment where they feel heard and respected, making them more receptive to your ideas.

Effective persuasion goes beyond mere words.  It's about non-verbal cues too. Confident body language, strong eye contact, and an enthusiastic tone project conviction and inspire trust.

Finally, persuasion is an ongoing process.  Be prepared to answer questions and provide additional information.  The goal is not to pressure, but to guide your audience towards a win-win situation.

By mastering the art of persuasion, you can become a powerful advocate for your ideas, your business, and yourself.

The Global Professional Podcast

Persuasion and Business Communication - Episode 96

IELTS Speaking. Band 8-9 Answers! Part 1 - Chocolate.  

9 Questions + Useful Vocabulary to Apply

Do you like chocolate?
What’s your favorite flavor?
How often do you eat chocolate?
When was the first time you ate chocolate?
Is chocolate popular in your country?
Do you think people use chocolate differently now than in the past?
Is chocolate good for our health?
Have you ever given chocolate as a present to someone? Why?
Do you like dessert?


Vocabulary to use while speaking!


All-time favorite (noun): favorite of all choices, during all times

working my butt off (idiom): work really hard

Decompress (verb): sit down and chill

All day long (phrase): throughout the day

To have a sweet tooth (n): to like sweet foods

Moreish (adj): delicious

Cardiovascular system (n): The system that circulates blood and lymph through the body, consisting of the heart, blood vessels, blood, lymph, and the lymphatic vessels and glands

To benefit (v): to provide advantages 

Antioxidant (n):  a substance such as vitamin C or E that removes potentially damaging oxidizing agents in a living organism.

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