If a literal translation doesn’t work, find out why. Delve into the cultural and historical aspects that make the phrase unique to your native language. This examination can provide a fascinating insight into both languages.

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French Stories For All

Regarde Kotaro!

In this chapter we learn that Timmothy is feeling better but Mrs. Frisby is worried because the ground has thawed and the plough may come sooner than expected. 

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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH 

Chapter 4 Mr. Fitzgibbon's Plough

نوبهار است در آن کوش که خوشدل باشی

که بسی گل بدمد باز و تو در گل باشی

من نگویم که کنون با که نشین و چه بنوش

که تو خود دانی اگر زیرک و عاقل باشی

چنگ در پرده همین می‌دهدت پند ولی

وعظت آن گاه کند سود که قابل باشی

در چمن هر ورقی دفتر حالی دگر است

حیف باشد که ز کار همه غافل باشی

نقد عمرت ببرد غصه دنیا به گزاف

گر شب و روز در این قصه مشکل باشی

گر چه راهیست پر از بیم ز ما تا بر دوست

رفتن آسان بود ار واقف منزل باشی

حافظا گر مدد از بخت بلندت باشد

صید آن شاهد مطبوع شمایل باشی


'Tis the fresh spring . In this strive that joyous of heart thou mayst be
For , again , blossometh many a rose when in the clay of the grave thou shall be . *** Within the veil , thee , the harp keepeth giving counsel . But ,
Thee , counsel profiteth at that time when worthy thou mayst be . *** I say not now , with whom , sit what drink
For thou knowest , if wise and learned thou be . *** In the sward , every leaf is a book of a different state
Woe is it if , careless of the state of all , thou be . *** Though , from us to the Friend , is a Path the path of ma'rifat full of fear ,
Easy is the going , if acquainted with the stage the Shaikh thou be . *** In excess , the world's anguish taketh life's cash ,
If , night and day , in this difficult tale , of journeying to the Friend thou be . *** O Hafiz if , from lofty fortune , aid be thine ,
The prey of that true Beloved , impressed with excellences , thou shalt be 

Persian Poetry

Hafiz - نوبهار است در آن کوش که خوشدل باشی

‘Ali: as-salâmu ‘aláikum
‘Ammâr: wa ‘aláikumu s-salâm
‘Ali: hadzihi sûrat usra-tî** / This is the picture of my family
‘Ammâr: mâ shâ Allah! (OMG) man hadzâ? / Who is this?
‘Ali: hadza wâlid-î ‘Adnân, huwa muhandis / This my father, ‘Adnân, he is an engineer.
‘Ammâr: wa man hadzihi? / And who is this?
‘Ali: hadzihi wâlida-tî Sa‘îda, hiya tabîba / This is my mother, Sa‘îda, she is a doctor
‘Ammâr: wa man hadzâ? / And who is this?
‘Ali: hadzâ aj-î ‘Îsâ, huwa tâlib / This is my brother ‘Îsà, he is a student
‘Ammâr: wa man hadizhi? / and who is this? 
‘Ali: hadzihi ujt-î ‘Abla, hiya mu‘allima / mudarrisa; wa hadzâ ŷadd-î, wa hadzihi ŷadda-tî / this is my sister, ‘Abla, she is a teacher; and this is my grandfather and this my grandmother. 
‘Ammâr: mâ shâ Allah!
 
عـلي: السـلام عـلـيـكـم
عـمّار: وعـلـيـكـم السـلام
عـلي: هـذه صورة أسـرتــي
عـمّار: مـا شـاء الله! مـن هـذا؟
عـلي: هـذا والـدي عـدنان، هـو مـهـنـدس
عـمّار: ومـن هـذه؟
عـلي: هـذه والـدتـي سـعـيـدة، هي طـبيـبة
عـمّار: ومـن هـذا؟
عـلي: هـذا أخـي عـيـسـى، هـو طالـب
عـمّار: ومـن هـذه؟
عـلي: هـذه أخـتـي عـبـلة، هـي مـعـلـمة. وهـذا جـدّي، وهـذه جـدّتـي
عـمّار: مـا شـاء الله!
 



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The family


These various expressions for affirmation encompass a wide range of tones and levels of formality. In everyday conversation, a simple "yes" or "yeah" suffices, and a touch of informality may be added with "sure" or "absolutely." When assurance is absolute, phrases like "without a doubt, yes" and "most definitely" leave no room for ambiguity. In informal settings, a resounding agreement might be expressed with "you bet" or "hell yeah," and a casual "totally" or "yup" carries a similar sentiment. For matters necessitating decorum, a formal approach may entail phrases like "I wholeheartedly agree" or "indeed," while "I concur" and "affirmative" maintain a level of professionalism. Politeness sweetens the agreement in expressions such as "I'd be happy to" and "that sounds wonderful," demonstrating eagerness to comply. A touch of wit adds a layer of humor to the affirmation, as seen in expressions like "in a New York minute" or "is the Pope Catholic?" In more refined circles, the upper class might communicate their agreement with endearing phrases like "absolutely, my dear" or "most assuredly," maintaining a level of warmth. For royalty, an affirmation is conveyed with grace and respect, as in "by all means, Your Majesty" or "it would be my honor, Your Highness," underscoring the formal nature of the response. Ultimately, the choice of expression hinges on the context and the level of decorum required for the situation at hand.

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How To Say 'YES' in Various English Registers

¡No te creo ni madres que ya es 2022! Wow, como vuela el tiempo.
Si quieres dar el siguiente paso en tu nivel de español y empezar a hablar más fluido y natural como nosotros lo hacemos, entonces este episodio es sin duda para ti. Alejandro y yo nos encargamos de traerte hasta la puerta de tu casa este episodio en el que aprenderás bastantes usos de la palabra "Madre", expresando emociones tales como: 
- Enojo
- Alegría
- Indiferencia
- Negación
- Y mucho más...

No voy a mentir, el uso de esta palabra (Madre), aunque es muy informal, es sin duda de lo más importante en el español mexicano. Es más importante que saber el nombre del presidente. Te garantizo que cuando termines de escuchar este episodio, tu español habrá pasado de algo académico sin uso y aburrido a algo más natural, nativo y super útil que oirás y/o usarás cuando visites México.

Si deseas leer la transcripción de este podcast para no perderte ni una sola palabra de lo que decimos, puedes hacerlo yendo a este enlace: https://esdeverdad.com/podcast/palabras-con-madre

Es De Verdad

T1 E2 - Aprender a usar la palabra "Madre" en el español mexicano

Edmond FLE

La prononciation de plus

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Will the Almighty judge a man if he commits great sin in this land?
If the Almighty exists, what is his “intention”?
Along with an unforgettable first scene, this show would make you watch and think about judgment.
