This episode introduces three idioms that use the word cat. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.

Idiom Corner

Cat 

¿Qué es el subjuntivo? ¿Cómo se conjuga? ¿Cuándo hay que utilizarlo?

Español con Diego

MASTER Spanish Subjunctive in 18 MINUTES!

الكلمات المتشابه في الصوت

ADEL ALBANNA: A PROFISSIONAL ARABIC TEACHER

HOTEL RECEPTIONIST: Hi, there. How can I help you?
CLAIRE: Well, I’m in town visiting for a few days, and I 
need to get some things done while I’m here.
HOTEL RECEPTIONIST: Sure. What do you need?
CLAIRE: I need to get my hair cut. I also need to have my
new pants hemmed.
HOTEL RECEPTIONIST: OK. Here’s a map of the city. There’s a good hair 
salon here, which is just a block away. And there’s 
a tailor right here. Is there anything else?
CLAIRE: Yes. I’ll need to have my car serviced before my
long drive home!
HOTEL RECEPTIONIST: No problem. There’s a good mechanic a few 
blocks away.


LANGUAGE NOTES
• Hi, there. Notice the intonation in this greeting. It rises after “Hi” and falls after “there.”
• Sure is a friendly expression to mean “OK.”
• Get my hair cut / have my new pants hemmed / have my car serviced. Notice get/
have + object + participle. This structure is used to describe actions that someone else 
does for us. “Get” and “have” are interchangeable here.
• Is there anything else? here means “Do you need more information?”
• Before my long drive home! Notice the emphasis and intonation on “home.” The 
speaker wants to show humor here. If she doesn’t get her car checked, she might not get 
home! She wants to be friendly and light with the receptionist.
• No problem here means “Don’t worry.” Notice the stress on “No.” The receptionist 
laughs first, then puts emphasis on “No” by lengthening the word. This shows that she 
understands the car could break down if it doesn’t get serviced

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day 15: Running errands 

"hamstern" (Zeitwort, abgeleitet von dem Namen des Nagetiers) wird in der deutschen Sprache als Synonym für irrationales Einkaufsverhalten benutzt. Pandemie, Krieg und andere Krisen lassen Menschen die absurdesten Dinge tun wie z.B. einen Vorrat von Toilettenpapier für die nächsten Jahre anlegen... oder eben hamstern.

BAHNHOF

Hamster und Mensch

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#138〉11月22日火曜日　天気/くもり　気温/6℃ 

・雪は好きですか？
・最近とうとう雪が降りました
・みぞれが降った
・北海道の人は雪が好きではない
・寒いのが苦手
・スノーボード、スキー
・外は寒いけど、建物の中は東京などより暖かい
・喜ぶのは、犬と子どもだけです。
・雪かきをしないといけない

［単語］
みぞれ…雨と雪の間くらいのもの
スノーボード/すのーぼーど…冬のスポーツ
スキー/すきー…冬のスポーツ
雪かき/ゆきかき…雪を掃除すること。かたづけること。
苦手/にがて…きらい

レッスン待ってます♪

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#138〉11月22日火曜日　冬が来た！雪！寒いよ‼

Title: Effective Medical English: Communicating with Sick Patients

Have you ever wondered how doctors master the art of communicating with patients in times of illness? In his insightful guide, Smith delves into the nuances of using clear and empathetic language to bridge the gap between medical jargon and patient understanding. This concise yet advanced discourse offers practical techniques for healthcare professionals to ensure their patients feel heard, supported, and well-informed throughout their medical journey. Emphasizing simplicity without sacrificing precision, Smith's work proves invaluable in enhancing patient outcomes and fostering trust within the healthcare setting.

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Medical English Learners Listen To This

En este episodio aprenderás la importancia del uso de los pronombres directos e indirectos "lo", "la" y "le"

Spanish Shortcut

EP 5. CÓMO USAR “LO” “LA” Y “LE”

Welcome back to my third podcast episode. I'm sharing my personal experience with Christmas in Korea and Canada. I hope you'll enjoy hearing my story.

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