Una explicación de la diferencia entre "make" y "do".
Para practicar, vete a mi perfil de profesor, donde hay más que 70 cuestionarios. Este, sobre el significado de "make up your mind": https://www.italki.com/en/quiz/quiz/353834

The Social Evolutionary

"Hacer" - what is the difference between make and do? (For Spanish students)

Hello everyone, I hope you are doing well. Today I’ll be commenting on an article titled: “Why are people on TikTok asking men how often they think about the Roman Empire?” published on CBSNews. Don’t hesitate to participate in the discussion if you wish. Enjoy.

Useful vocabulary:
An enthusiast
To go viral
Modern-days sewage system
To popularize
An Aqueduct
To rise to power
A spectacular collapse
To expand
A political / military system
An emblematic movie
To be portrayed (in TV shows or movies)


Let's check out the news

New TikTok trend: How often do you think about the Roman Empire?

Text1
学生: 您好！请问，地铁站在哪儿？
xuésheng: nín hǎo！qǐng wèn, dì tiě zhàn zài nǎr ？
Student: Hello! Excuse me, where is the Metro station?

路人: 一直走，第一个十字路口往左拐。
lùrén: yīzhí zǒu,dìyī ge shí zì lùkǒu wǎng zuǒ guǎi.
Passerby: Go straight, and then turn left at the first crossing.

学生: 是银行前边的路口吗？
xuésheng: shì yínháng qiánbian de lùkǒu ma ？
Student:  Is the crossing in front of the bank?

路人: 对！
lùrén: duì !
Passerby: Yes！

学生: 好的，谢谢！
xuésheng:  hǎode，xièxie ！
Student: Ok, thank you！

New words：
走 zǒu：walk
一直 yī zhí：straight
第一 dì yī：first（第dì+num：auxiliary word for ordinal numbers）
十字路口 shí zì lù kǒu：crossing
往 wǎng：towards（～+directions）
左 zuǒ：left
前边 qián bian：ahead/in front
拐 guǎi：turn
地铁站 dì tiě zhàn：railway station；metro station；subway station
银行 yín háng：bank

Text2
学生: 您好！请问，附近 有 洗手间吗？
xuésheng: nín hǎo！qǐng wèn，fùjìn yǒu xǐ shǒu jiān ma ？
Student: Hello! May I ask, is there a restroom nearby?

路人: 有的！
lùrén: yǒu de！
Passerby: Yes！

学生: 怎么走？
xuésheng: zěnme zǒu ？
Student: How can I get there?

路人: 往前走500米，然后往右拐，洗手间在公共汽车站旁边。
lùrén: wǎng qián zǒu 500 mǐ, ránhòu wǎng yòu guǎi, xǐshǒujiān zài gōnggòngqìchē zhàn pángbiān.
Passerby: Walk 500 meters forward, then turn right. The restroom is next to the bus stop.

学生: 知道了，谢谢！
xuésheng: zhīdào le, xièxie！
Student: Got it, thank you!

New words:
怎么 zěn me： how；how could
知道 zhī dào：know
附近 fù jìn：nearby；close to
前 qián：front
右 yòu：right
旁边 páng biān：beside；next to
米 mǐ：metre（Length unit，num+～）
洗手间 xǐ shǒu jiān：restroom；bathroom；toilet
公共汽车站 gōng gòng qì chē zhàn：bus station；bus stop; motor park

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L8 问路[wèn lù]～Asking the way

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建议反复听，直到听懂为止。不懂的词或短语，自己查一下，你会记得更牢！
最好录下你读的词语，然后发给我，我会为你纠正发音。

关键词和常用短语：
体重、卷发、直发、幽默、法律、我们俩、印象、深浅、熟悉、不仅、性格、开玩笑、从来不、从来没、最好、共同兴趣、适合、幸福、刚才、浪漫、足够、缺点、优点、接受、羡慕、爱情、星星、即使、加班、天亮了、感动、自然、原因、互相学习、吸引、脾气、

Merry's voice (HSK四）

HSK 四  关键词和常用短语（1）

⭐Contents: 1/ la mémoire 2/ Le fonctionnement de la mémoire 3/ La madeleine de Proust 4/ Mémoire et identité 5/ La généalogie : histoire de nos ancêtres 6/ L'essor de la généalogie 7/ Migration et origines 8/ Stromae

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B1#01 Mémoire et généalogie

“最初，没有人在意这场灾难，这不过是一场山火，一次旱灾，一个物种的灭绝，一座城市的消失，直到这场灾难和每个人息息相关。”——刘慈欣《流浪地球》

“我一直认为，在这座城市里，我是个局外人，跟你们没有任何关系。可是现在，我亲眼看到了，就知道不管我愿意不愿意，我属于这里了。这场疫灾关系到我们所有人。”——阿尔贝加穆《鼠疫》

“没有人是一座孤岛，能在大海里独居...无论是谁死了，都是我的一部分在死去，因为我是人类一员。”——约翰堂恩《没有人是一座孤岛》

“无穷的远方，无数的人们，都和我有关”————鲁迅



Chilling Chinese 

直到这场灾难与我们息息相关

Office politics refers to the intricate interplay of interpersonal relationships, power dynamics, and organizational culture. While often viewed negatively, understanding and navigating these dynamics can be crucial for career advancement.

Key Strategies:

Build strong relationships: Cultivate genuine connections across departments.

Focus on performance: Deliver exceptional results consistently.

Communicate effectively: Maintain clear and open communication.

Maintain neutrality: Avoid taking sides in conflicts.

Develop a thick skin: Let go of negativity and maintain a positive attitude.

Understand organizational culture: Familiarize yourself with unwritten rules and power structures.

Be mindful of your actions: Avoid engaging in negative behaviors.

Seek mentorship: A mentor can provide guidance and support.

Prioritize well-being: Take care of your mental and emotional health.

Conclusion

Office politics is an inevitable part of the workplace. By understanding its dynamics, building strong relationships, and maintaining a positive attitude, you can navigate these challenges effectively and create a more positive work environment. Remember, while office politics can be a complex issue, your focus should always be on your professional development and achieving your career goals.