It is normal for the King to appear on UK banknotes and from today it will be King Charles, but did you know that in the Four Nations, different parts of the UK produce their own notes?

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

King Charles Appears on New Banknotes

Chinese people love "熱水“ 並不是一個刻板印象， you have no idea how practical "drink more hot water" is in Chinese conversation :) Let's Check it out :)

NinjaPanda

Do you know how practical "多喝熱水“ （drink more hot water) in Chinese culture ? Let's check it out:)

Traditional Chinese Medicine subject considers cold things will cause the body to get cold which influences Yang deficiency or blood stasis. When I was little, my mother always told me that don’t drink cold water, eat less ice cream, instead of that, drink hot water. 

But, if you want an iced drink, what can you do? It’s elementary, just say:  
我要冰的。 Wǒ yào bīng de – I want the cold one.’ ’冰’‘s meaning is ‘冰凉的（ice-cold）’。In the south of China, they use another word too, ‘冻(dòng)’.So, if you’re in Guangdong, you can also say such as’我要冻的- I want the cold one.’ or 冻啤酒(ice beer)’ and so on.

Crystal Gao's Chinese Language Journey

2. 我要冰的／ I want the cold one.

Crystal的日语碎碎念

3、すみません、お手洗いはどこですか。＝不好意思，洗手间在哪儿？

Improving your IELTS Speaking score from a band 5 to a band 7 requires targeted practice in several key areas: fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Here’s a breakdown of steps to take in each.

1, Enhance Fluency and Coherence: 

Band 5 speakers often struggle to speak fluidly and with clear connections between ideas. To improve, practice speaking on various topics for 1-2 minutes without pauses. Use transition words like "however," "on the other hand," or "in addition" to link ideas smoothly. Regular practice on platforms like language exchange apps can help.

2. Expand Vocabulary: 

Limited vocabulary often holds back Band 5 speakers. Aim to learn 5-10 new words daily, focusing on synonyms and expressions you can apply to multiple topics, such as work, travel, or family. Create mind maps on topics that frequently come up in IELTS, like "environment" or "technology," and practice speaking on each one.

3. Improve Pronunciation: 

Pronunciation errors are common at Band 5. Focus on getting each sound right, as well as on stress and intonation, to sound more natural. Listen to native speakers through podcasts or videos, and practice mimicking their tone and rhythm. Recording and replaying your responses is also helpful.

4. Master Grammar: 

A Band 7 requires control over complex sentence structures. Practice combining ideas into longer sentences using connectors like “although,” “since,” and “despite.” Working with a tutor or using grammar apps can help you understand and apply complex grammar structures correctly.

IELTS Speaking Practice

4 tips to help get your IELTS speaking band score from 5 to 7

Profe Sandra

El gato con Botas

Today, I saw a heartbreaking video on TikTok of an old man who retired at 72 years old. He worked decades for a company and he was extremely loyal, even if he was earning minimum wage. In this podcast, I will discuss some valuable lesson we can learn from that video.

FLO TALKS 

DON'T BE A SLAVE TO YOUR JOB

Pepito llega tarde al colegio y la profesora le pregunta:
—¿Por qué llegas tarde Pepito?
—Me quedé dormido soñando con un partido de Futbol maestra.
—¿Y eso qué tiene que ver Pepito?
—Pues hubo un empate, prórroga y además penaltis.


CHISTES MEXICANOS

Chiste de PEPITO.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mV2eTARob8uNnaFYux9MtaSLIM1N1kEx/view?usp=drivesdk