Today I will go to a cafe in Nakameguro with my friend. I like visiting various cafes. I want to visit cafes all over the world someday!

I came home to find a man l didn’t know. He was a friend of a friend of mine.

I went to a food court of a shopping mall near my university with my friend. I ate a hamburger. It’s so delicious.

Can I use these two interchangeably? How do you know you don't like it unless you try it? How do you know you don't like it if you don't try it? How do you know you don't like it if you won't try it?

Learn Chinese Poetry: 到中流击水，浪遏飞舟 Hello everyone! Welcome to my Chinese learning corner. Today we’ll appreciate an inspiring classic Chinese poetic line, with clear explanations and practical examples to help you learn better. First, let’s read the original sentence with pinyin: 到中流击水，浪遏飞舟 dào zhōng liú jī shuǐ, làng è fēi zhōu Literal & Deep Meaning This line describes a spectacular river scene: stepping into the fast-flowing midstream, bravely fighting against the rushing waves; the surging waves are so powerful that they even stop the speeding boats. 中文释义：走到江流最湍急的中心，奋力与波浪搏击，汹涌的浪花气势极大，连飞快前行的小船都被阻挡住了。 Beyond the scenery, it carries a spirit of fearlessness, courage and perseverance—facing difficulties without retreating, and moving forward bravely. Key Words & Practical Examples Let’s learn the core words with easy daily examples, so you can use them in real life: 1. 中流 (zhōng liú)：midstream ◦ 中文例句：河水很深，中流的水流特别急。 English example: The river is deep, and the current in the midstream is very fast. 2. 击水 (jī shuǐ)：strike the water, fight against the current ◦ 中文例句：他喜欢在湖里击水游泳。 English example: He likes to swim and strike the water in the lake. 3. 遏 (è)：block, stop, hold back ◦ 中文例句：我们不能被困难遏住脚步。 English example: We can’t let difficulties block our steps. 4. 飞舟 (fēi zhōu)：fast-moving boat ◦ 中文例句：江面上的飞舟一闪而过。 English example: The fast boat on the river flashed by. Extended Use This line is often used to encourage people. 中文例句：学习中文遇到难题时，我们要有到中流击水，浪遏飞舟的勇气。 English example: When we meet difficulties in learning Chinese, we should have the courage to brave challenges and keep moving forward. That’s all for today’s poetry sharing. Do you understand this line now? What’s your favorite inspiring Chinese sentence? Leave a comment and let’s discuss together!：）

I did the assignment today. It was a hassle.

In each episode, I show you how to give clear, well-developed answers without overcomplicating things. We look at ideas, structure, and natural language you can actually use in the test. I’m a former IELTS examiner with over 20 years of teaching experience, and the aim is simple: help you feel more confident and give better answers.

Lately, I’ve been into ramen with a strong taste. I know eating it too much isn’t healthy, but I can’t stop habit of eating so much ramen. I’ll quit once I get too fat.

I took a welfare class today. I want to think about how to make society better and continue learning.