Struggling to describe your favourite music in English? 🎧 Whether you love the chill vibes of Reggae, the energy of Hard Rock, or the catchy beats of K-Pop, this lesson is for you!

In our latest video, we break down:
✅ 8 essential music words (like lyrics, chorus, and beat)
✅ 8 major music genres with clear examples
✅ A useful grammar tip about -ing adjectives
✅ Fun "Did You Know?" facts you can share with friends!

Perfect for intermediate (B1-B2) learners — and remember, you can pause anytime to practise! 🛑

The English Effect

Music Mayhem

Mǎ 	Kè: 	Zhèlǐ 	de 	rén 	zhēn 	duō 	ɑ! 
马 	克： 	这里 	的 	人 	真 	多 	啊！ 
Zhānɡ 	Dōnɡ: 	Dàole 	wǎnshɑnɡ 	jiù 	ɡènɡ 	rènɑo 	le. 
张 	东： 	到了 	晚上 	就 	更 	热闹 	了。 
Zǒu, 	wǒ 	dài 	nǐ 	qù 	chī 	jiētóu 	xiǎochī 	qù. 
走， 	我 	带 	你 	去 	吃 	街头 	小吃 	去。 
Mǎ 	Kè: 	Yǒu 	shénme 	xiǎochī? 
马 	克： 	有 	什么 	小吃？ 
Zhānɡ 	Dōnɡ: 	Kě 	duō 	le, 	yǒu 	yánɡròuchuànr, 	kǎo 
张 	东： 	可 	多 	了， 	有 	羊肉串儿， 	烤 
yóuyú,chòu 	dòufu, 	zhá 	shūcài... 
鱿鱼，臭 	豆腐， 	炸 	蔬菜…… 
Mǎ 	Kè: 	Hǎochī 	mɑ? 
马 	克： 	好吃 	吗？ 
Zhānɡ 	Dōnɡ: 	Nǐ 	chánɡchɑnɡ 	jiù 	zhīdɑo 	le. 
张 	东： 	你 	尝尝 	就 	知道 	了。 


日常用语

街头小吃

大小多少（李一笑）
一个大，一个小
一只老虎一只猫，
一边多，一边少
一群大雁一只鸟。
数一数，瞧一瞧，
大小多少记得牢。

Read Rhymes With Shirley

大小多少


1. 놀이공원에서 무슨 일이 있었습니까?

1) 놀이기구를 타지 않았다.
2) 사진을 찍지 않았다.
3) 친구가 아파서 집에 갔다.
4) 날씨가 나빠서 못 놀았다.

2. 화자는 어떤 책을 좋아합니까?

1) 요리책
2) 역사책
3) 소설책
4) 만화책

3. 화자는 이번 주말에 무엇을 할 예정입니까?

1) 혼자서 여행을 간다.
2) 친구들과 산에 간다.
3) 가족과 바닷가에 간다.
4) 공원에서 운동을 한다.

4. 화자의 동생은 어떻게 생활합니까?

1) 늦게 일어나서 운동을 하지 않는다.
2) 아침에 운동한 후 학교에 간다.
3) 운동을 싫어해서 하지 않는다.
4) 저녁에 운동을 한다.

5. 화자는 스마트폰에 대해 어떻게 생각합니까?

1) 가격이 싸서 만족한다.
2) 화면이 작아서 불편하다.
3) 배터리가 빨리 닳아서 아쉽다.
4) 비싸지만 마음에 든다.

한국어 토픽 듣기 

토픽 2 듣기 연습

Pour le premier épisode de la série contes à morales, je vous lirai l'histoire de la 'Jarre abîmée', bonne écoute à toutes et à tous !  

French mindfully 

La Jarre abîmée (the damaged jar)  

Eine Kurzgeschichte zum Anhören. =) Viel Spaß dabei. 

Kurze Hörgeschichten 

Die Kraft der Farben

¡Bienvenidos a Maria y Pablo Spanish! En el episodio anterior, compartimos frases, refranes o dichos populares relacionados con animales en español. En esta ocasión, compartiremos algunas otras relacionadas con las personas y la sociedad.

Te invitamos a conocernos más en: 
📍María: https://linktr.ee/spanishwithmariap  
📍Pablo: https://linktr.ee/pabloalejos 

Maria & Pablo Spanish

10. Frases, refranes o dichos populares sobre personas y la sociedad en español

En el episodio de hoy aprenderás 3 expresiones coloquiales con la palabra "ojo" en español. 
¡Estaré 8 DÍAS explicando expresiones con la palabra "OJO" así que SUBSCRÍBETE para no perderte ningún episodio!
🚀¡Consigue fluidez y confianza hablando español! 🎯Reserva una clase conmigo y te acompañaré en el proceso. 📩 Apúntate a mi boletín de noticias para aprender una palabra coloquial al día: https://acortar.link/d8H9at

Español coloquial

Expresiones coloquiales con la palabra ojo Parte 1

Understanding Different Perspectives:

Step into Their Shoes:  Each department has its own metrics for success.  Marketing might prioritize customer acquisition, while engineering focuses on product quality and  feasibility.  Understanding their goals fosters empathy and reveals potential areas of collaboration.

Communicate Clearly: Clearly outline your desired outcomes and explain how they align with the company's overall objectives. Frame your requests in a way that resonates with their priorities.

Finding Common Ground:

Focus on Benefits:  Negotiation shouldn't be a win-lose scenario.  Instead, seek solutions that provide value to all parties involved. Brainstorm creative solutions that address everyone's concerns.

Be Prepared to Compromise:  Recognize that concessions are often necessary. Identify areas where you have flexibility and be willing to make trade-offs that won't severely hinder your core objectives.

Active Listening and Collaboration:

Listen Attentively:  Pay close attention to their concerns and reservations. Ask clarifying questions to ensure a complete understanding of their perspective.

Collaborative Problem-Solving:  Work together to address challenges.  Their insights might reveal unforeseen roadblocks or opportunities you haven't considered.

Maintaining Positive Dynamics:

Respectful Demeanor:  Throughout the negotiation, maintain a professional and respectful tone.  Avoid accusatory language or dismissive attitudes.

Focus on the Future: Don't dwell on past disagreements.  Keep the conversation focused on reaching a mutually beneficial solution moving forward.

Consistency is key to measurable progress. Confidence is grown from control and preparation. 