In today's episode we discuss idioms and metaphors of money. We use them to make our language more natural and compare our lives.

Let's have a chat (Discussions In English) 

Episode 18 : Idioms and metaphors (Money) 

just a cute little story about a normal weekend


Новые слова 生词 :

обыкновенный - normal, 普通的；
расслабиться - to relax, 休息;

стирка - laundry, 洗衣;
уборка - cleaning routine，大扫除;
стояние у плиты - cooking，做菜;
домашние хлопоты - housework, 家务活; 

рисовать цветными фломастерами - drawing with felt tips，使用彩色标记画画儿;
валяться с книжкой на диване - reading a book, 拿着一本书躺在沙发上

Пряник

Обыкновенные выходные

Firstly We Have To Dive Into Why People Study When They Do Not Have Any Real Purpose Or Need. 

Many people continue studying a language without a pressing need. Often, it’s because they recognize it’s good for personal development or career prospects, or sometimes they simply have extra time on their hands. In other words, they have nothing better to do. It is alright not to have a clear goal on learning a language. It is a known fact some people go about their lives questioning the very meaning of life itself too. The focus of this episode is to add enjoyment to your language learning because when one does not have a real purpose, staying motivated enough to keep on track then becomes a big challenge. When people pursue activities "because it’s good for them," they may struggle with engagement.  (Deci & Ryan, 2000). 


111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 51 – How To Study A Language Without A Goal Or A Real Purpose

I Libri In  Pillole di Federica

Quarto capitolo, Storia di un Gatto e del Topo  che divento' suo amico

日本語の先生のTinaです！
今日は、日本人の家に行くときのあいさつを紹介します。

レッスンの予約もお待ちしています♪
いっしょに、日本語の勉強をがんばりましょ〜！
Episodeのリクエストは、ぜひコメントしてくださいね。

Tina Japa Go!

Episode 13. 日本人の家に行くとき

English below↓ 今日は、今プレイしているゲーム「Final Fantasy 6」の話をしたいと思います。

「Final Fantasy 」とは、日本のゲーム会社スクウェア・エニックスによって開発・販売されている、RPGのシリーズ作品のことです。

Final Fantasy 6のオリジナルは Nintendo のスーパーファミコンですが、リマスター版では、グラフィックや機能が追加・アップデートされています。

私が初めてFinal Fantasy 6をプレイしたのは、10代の頃でした。ドキドキ、ワクワクしながらやりました。とても思い出がある大好きなゲームです。

ところで、Final Fantasy という言葉は少し長いですね。そこで、日本のゲーマーは、Final Fantasy のことを「FF」と呼びます。Final の F と Fantasy の F を取って「FF（efu efu）」と言います。

「Final Fantasy」ではなく「FF」と言うと、ネイティブのゲーマーっぽく聞こえますよ！


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English
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Today, I would like to talk about the game I am currently playing, Final Fantasy 6.

Final Fantasy is a series of RPGs developed and marketed by the Japanese video game company Square Enix.

The original Final Fantasy 6 was released on SUPER Famicom, but the remastered version has updated graphics and features.

I first played Final Fantasy 6 when I was a teenager. I was sooo thrilled and excited to play it. It is my favorite game that holds a lot of memories for me.

By the way, the term Final Fantasy is a bit long. So, Japanese gamers call Final Fantasy "FF" (efuefu/えふえふ), taking the "F" out of Final and the "F" out of Fantasy.

It sounds more like a native gamer when you say "FF" instead of "Final Fantasy"!

Manga, Anime, Gaming（にほんご）

#003 Fainal Fantasy6をプレイしています（Playing FF6）

すっかり暖かくなりましたね。
暖かくなると、気分がうきうきして明るい色の服がほしくなりませんか？
今回はアヤさんの最近の高い買い物について話します。
皆さんもすてきな春服に出会えますように。

Now finally spring has come!!
Don't you feel happier and more excited when it's getting warmer?
This time, Aya talks about her expensive shopping.
I hope you'll find nice spring clothes as well.

♤ キーワード
・一目惚れ（ひとめぼれ：love at first sight）
・引きこもり（ひきこもり：homebody）

♧  理解度チェッククイズ
1. アヤさんが最近買ったものは？
2. アヤさんの満足度が100%じゃない理由は？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. フミさんが道外で感じたカルチャーショックは？
→ 家の庭に柑橘類の木があること
2. アヤさんのおばあちゃんの家の庭には何の木があった？
→ みかん、きんかん、びわの木

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 03：最近の高い買い物

In this podcast I will explain to you my way of teaching developed through my ten years of teaching.

Two approaches actually.
The first one we talk (role play conversation)
the second one, we talk plus incrementing the use of memorized speeches each lesson.

Two paces for best results at your disposal.

Enjoy!

Your teacher,
Luca Sensei

I Podcast Secondo San Luca

Luca Sensei's approach, two methods to learn Italian - I Podcast Secondo San Luca

In this episode, I’ll share some interesting knowledge about the names of potato in Chinese! You'll not only know the meanings of these names but also learn some delicious new vocabulary：

土豆 (tǔdòu)
中文解释：一种常见的地下根茎类植物，广泛作为主食或配菜。
英文解释：Potato, a common tuber widely used as a staple or side dish.

洋芋 (yángyù)
中文解释：中国西北和两湖等地区对土豆的称呼，带有地域特色。
英文解释：A regional term for potato, used in places like Sichuan and Yunnan.

马铃薯 (mǎlíngshǔ)
中文解释：土豆的正式学名，通常在农业或科学文献中使用。
英文解释：The formal scientific name for potato, often used in agricultural or scientific contexts.

作物 (zuòwù)
中文解释：指经过栽培用于食用或其他经济目的的植物。
英文解释：Crop, a plant cultivated for food or other economic purposes.

五湖四海 (wǔhú sìhǎi)
中文解释：成语，形容全国各地或广泛的地域。
英文解释：An idiom meaning "all corners of the world," referring to wide regions or areas.

土豆烧牛肉 (tǔdòu shāo niúròu)
中文解释：一道用土豆和牛肉为主要食材的传统中式家常菜。
英文解释：A traditional Chinese home-style dish made with potatoes and beef.

酸辣土豆丝 (suānlà tǔdòu sī)
中文解释：一道经典的川菜，用土豆丝和酸辣调味料制作。
英文解释：A classic Sichuan dish made with julienned potatoes and a spicy-sour seasoning.