- Use Podcasts to develop your Persian listening skills
- Level up your listening skills with effective practice activities
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Persian Podcasts / پادکست فارسی 

Welcome to English Mini Lessons!
My channel is dedicated to helping you enhance your overall language proficiency through bite-sized lessons that fits into your busy schedule. 

English Mini Lessons

* Learn common Expressions for fluent communication in Farsi
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اصطلاحات و عبارات رایج فارسی / Persian common expressions & phrases 

**Short World news in Persian Language. 
**Learn Persian Language through Audio files by a Native Speaker  
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 خبرهای کوتاه جهان به فارسی   / Short World news in Persian

**The Music of Iran encompasses music that is produced by Iranian artists. In addition to the traditional folk and classical genres, it also includes pop , jazz , rock and hip hop. 

موسیقی و ترانه های ایرانی/Persian Music & Songs

In this episode I will show you how to say the colors in Spanish.

azul (blue)
amarillo (yellow)
rojo (red)
verde (green)
morado (purple)
rosa (pink)
naranja (orange)
blanco (white)
negro (black)
gris (gray)
cafe (brown)
dorado (gold)
plateado (silver)
arcoíris (rainbow)

Spanish For Beginners

Colors

Escucha estas frases con el verbo estar. 

¿Comprendes el vocabulario sobre estados y localización?

A1.1. Español básico para principantes. 

Clase 6. Frases con el verbo estar 3.

みなさんこんにちは！けいすけの日本語ポッドキャストへようこそ！
このポッドキャストは、日本語の勉強をしているみんなのリスニングのために作っています。

今回は日本の成人式についてお話しします。

けいすけの日本語ポッドキャスト

Ep.５「成人式って何？」｜Japanese listening practice

En este episodio aprenderás a diferenciar el verbo "era" del "fue", los casos y en los que se usa cada uno y cuando se pueden usar los dos

Spanish Shortcut

EP 40. ERA VS FUE

5 Tips for Studying IELTS Speaking

Preparing for the IELTS Speaking test can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can improve your fluency and confidence. Here are five tips to help you excel:

Practice Speaking Daily
Consistency is key to improving your speaking skills. Set aside time each day to practice speaking English, even if it's just for 10-15 minutes. Talk about a variety of topics, record yourself, and identify areas where you can improve.

Expand Your Vocabulary
A rich vocabulary will allow you to express yourself more clearly and precisely. Learn new words daily, and practice using them in sentences. Focus on synonyms, idiomatic expressions, and topic-specific vocabulary like travel, work, and culture.

Work on Pronunciation and Intonation
Clear pronunciation is essential in the IELTS Speaking test. Focus on common pronunciation mistakes, and practice intonation to sound more natural. Listening to native speakers through podcasts or videos can help you understand how words should be pronounced and how sentences flow.

Develop Your Ideas
In the IELTS Speaking test, you’ll need to speak at length on various topics. Practice expanding your ideas by structuring your answers clearly. Use examples, explanations, and reasons to support your opinions.

Simulate Test Conditions
Familiarize yourself with the test format by simulating exam conditions. Record yourself answering common IELTS questions within the time limit, and get feedback from a tutor or language partner.

With consistent practice and these strategies, you'll be well-prepared to perform confidently on test day.

IELTS Speaking Practice

5 Tips for your IELTS Speaking 

Spanish México

D E L E

Switzerland is a mountainous country in the center of Europe, roughly the same size as the Netherlands and with a population of around 9 million people. The capital city is Bern, the largest city is Zurich and within those and other cities, several languages are spoken. Switzerland has four official languages: German, French, Italian Romansh. Romansh is a romance language that is traditionally spoken in the southeastern region of Grisons and became an official language in 1996.

The country has long been famed for its neutrality. Sitting out each of the world wars, it has a self-imposed policy that states that they should not become involved in any political or armed conflicts with other nations. In fact, since 1815 Switzerland has not participated in a foreign war. In recent years this neutrality has been questioned due to their close links to Europe, the fact they became a member of the UN in 2002, and that they are the location for the headquarters of many multinational banks and corporations.

Over the past 100 years, Switzerland has gradually become one of the wealthiest countries on earth. This is partly due to the strength gained from their neutral positioning but also periods of prolonged political stability have had an influence. A study commissioned by Credit Suisse in 2020 discovered that 800,000 millionaires live in Switzerland, and in a country of just 9 million that is quite a significant proportion. However, the increased wealth of the country has brought with it hefty living costs, and Switzerland has been described as the most expensive place to live in Europe.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Visiting Switzerland 

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Topic: Travel and transport. Q. 1-3

1. How easy is it to travel around your country?
2. Which method of travel do you consider the safest? Why?
3. Has travel become safer in recent years than that was in the past?

How easy was it for you to answer the 3 questions?

