A, and An Recap; Everything you need to know about the articles "A" and "An".

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A, and An - Everything you need to know

In this episode, we dive into the common predicament of finding the bathroom in unfamiliar surroundings. Join us as we explore the various phrases and expressions you can use to seek directions to the nearest restroom or toilet. From polite inquiries like "Excuse me, could you please tell me where the nearest restroom or toilet is?" to straightforward requests such as "Can you please tell me where I can find the toilet?" we'll equip you with the essential language skills needed to navigate this important everyday situation. So, whether you're traveling abroad or simply in need of guidance in a new place, tune in to discover the right words to confidently ask for directions to the bathroom.


Phrases/Expressions:

"Excuse me, could you please tell me where the nearest restroom or toilet is?"
"Could you please direct me to the nearest restroom or toilet?"
"Excuse me, where is the bathroom?"
"Can you please tell me where I can find the toilet?"
"I'm sorry, could you help me? I need to know where the restroom is."

Language Lab: Conversations with Teacher Rose - Unlocking English Fluency

What should you say when you're searching for the bathroom?

Language lovers, this episode is for you!

Do you love the idea of learning a new language?

To succeed, you'll need a plan and dedication. But it’s not all hard work. There are many ways to learn a language and have fun! 

In this episode, you will learn how to learn another language. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, this episode is filled with ideas so you can create your own language learning plan with activities that you enjoy.

You’ll learn the benefits of learning another language, which can serve as powerful motivators when you need a pick-me-up during your learning. You’ll also hear about my recent language learning experience in Brazil. Finally, you’ll get many tips that will help you learn a new language while having fun. 

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/learn-a-new-language/

Theme music by Lucas Knutter

Infographics at https://www.pinterest.com/ExpresstoImpress/_created/

Episode originally published on November 6, 2020.

Express to Impress

How to Learn A New Language

In this episode you will learn HSK2-4.你认识Linda么？

HSK2

Made Chinese easy!

「教師（きょうし）」（＝先生）が「走る（はしる）」と書いて「師走（しわす）」と読みます。昔、12月をこう呼びましたが、今でも使われています。いつもは落ち着いている先生が走るくらい、忙（いそが）しい月だという意味です。今も昔も忙しいのは変わりません。なぜなら、12月は日本全国、そうじの季節だからです。本当にそうじしなければ、だめなんですって！日本人とそうじの、深（ふか）～い関係（かんけい）をご紹介（しょうかい）します。

スクリプトと文法は言葉のリストはこちら。
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楽しみ方はこちらを見てください。
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ちなみに、私は1年中走っている、日本語の先生です。はは。
忙しすぎて死（し）なないようにしなきゃ。
「心」が「亡くなる（死ぬ）」と書いて「忙しい」と読みます。

じゃあ、またね。

すずまりの日本語「ききみみ」ずきん

第40話　そうじと日本人

今回は教科書のアクティビティに挑戦します。
物の名前を言わずに、それがどんな物か説明するという中上級向けのアクティビティです。
二人が何を説明しているか、皆さんも一緒に考えてみてください！！

This time we try an activity from a Japanese textbook.
The activity is for intermediate.
Each of us tries to explain a thing without saying its name. 
Let's guess what we are trying to describe.

使用教材: 『日本語上級話者への道』スリーエーネットワーク

♤ キーワード
・方言（ほうげん：dialect）
・正方形（せいほうけい：square）
・長方形（ちょうほうけい：rectangle）

♧  理解度チェッククイズ
1. けがをしたときに使う、茶色いテープのようなものは？
2. 一時的にメモをしたり何かを覚えておいたりするために使う文房具は？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. アヤさんが最近買ったものは？
→ クリーム色のワンピース
2. アヤさんの満足度が100%じゃない理由は？
→ 引きこもりで着る機会がないから

BGM special thanks：MusMus

アヤさんとフミさんの日本語雑談（Aya and Fumi’s Japanese Chit-Chat）

Episode 04：これは何？

Tune in this week to learn six phrases in English. This episode is part two of “Cultural Differences and Communication: You Don’t Say?! Podcast.” Expanding your English vocabulary will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. And as always, you’ll get some homework at the end so you can continue to improve your English communication skills.

If you want my tips on preparing for a job interview, I invite you to visit my website for my free five-step job interview preparation checklist. This checklist has already helped thousands of people worldwide perform well in interviews and get jobs they love. To sign up, visit my website at express-to-impress.com.

This podcast is listener-supported. So if you get a new job or a raise in part because of something you learned on the podcast, I invite you to make a donation to keep the podcast on the air. 100% of any amount you give will go to production expenses. 

Episode originally published April 29, 2021.

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

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Phrases in English for Language Learners

Dubai has begun work on a new $35 billion airport terminal that will become the world's busiest when it's finished, according to the state's ruler.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the new terminal at Al Maktoum International airport will one day handle up to 260 million passengers per year.

But if that sounds like a travel nightmare, the CEO of Dubai Airports has different ideas. Paul Griffiths said that at the 400-gate airport there will be less walking, less waiting and no queues.

Griffiths said that airports around the world have gotten lazy and this one will change the way airports work.

His plan includes having security and passport checkpoints spread out around the terminal to save people time.

But 260 million is a lot of passengers. It's more than double the number that used the world's busiest airport in 2023. Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, handled 105 million passengers last year.

Dubai International Airport (DXB), the state's main airport at the moment, was second in that list with 87 million passengers.

However, all of that traffic will move to Al Maktoum over the next few years, according to Sheikh Mohammed.

Al Maktoum, which first opened in 2010, will be five times bigger than DXB when it's finished.

It's not only at the airport that building is taking place. Sheikh Mohammed said that an "entire city" will be built in the area around the airport, with homes for a million people.

"Dubai will be the world's airport," he said on X, and the world's "new global center."

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Dubai Starts Work on 'World's Busiest' Airport

※※※Japanese,English and Korean subtitles are on my YOUTUBE channel→　https://www.youtube.com/@nanasensei777

もう渋谷(しぶや)でお酒(さけ)が飲(の)めない！？
We can't drink in Shibuya anymore!?
이제 시부야에서 술을 마실 수 없다고!?
