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The English Exchange

A podcast designed to expose you to the words and phrases you'll want to use to reach fluency in English.  Words beyond the textbook that you won't quickly forget.

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En este cuarto episodio del “Especial Navidad” hablo un poco del día de Navidad en España y como lo celebramos. Para empezar solo te voy a decir que el 25 de diciembre no es el día más común para recibir regalos durante estas fiestas. Para saber más sobre cómo celebramos el día de Navidad en España escucha el episodio de hoy. Y por supuesto….
¡FELIZ NAVIDAD! 


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I went to the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime exhibition “Hashira Exhibition.”
In this video, I also introduce other anime and manga exhibitions happening in 2025!
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Script

おはようございます。日本語だんだんポットキャストのゆかりです。

きのうは、暖房(だんぼう)の話をしました。

じつは今日、私の家の暖房がつきませんでした。

家のセントラルヒーティングが、こわれました。

暖房がつかないので、部屋がすごく寒くなりました。

私は部屋のオーナーに、

「あのー、セントラルヒーティングがつきません。

あたたかく、なりません。」

と言いました。

夜になって、修理(しゅうり)の人が来ました。

ぶじに、セントラルヒーティングはなおりました。

いまは、あたたかいです。

あー、ホッとしました。

では、今日も最後まで聞いてくれて、だんだん、です。

また明日！

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Today's Keywords

□暖房がつかない
The heater doesn't work.

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58. 暖房(だんぼう)がつかない/Japaneseだんだんpodcast

ちょっと… (Chotto...)
Meaning "a little," but when said with a pause, it usually implies "It’s a bit difficult" or "I’m not really up for it."

Example:
A: "週末に映画を見に行かない？" (Shūmatsu ni eiga o mi ni ikanai? / Shall we go see a movie this weekend?)
B: "ちょっと..." (Chotto... / [Subtle 'no'])

考えておきます (Kangaete okimasu)
This phrase translates to "I’ll think about it," but it often means "I’m not sure" or "probably not." It’s a polite way of dodging the question without rejecting it outright.

難しいですね (Muzukashii desu ne)
Literally means "It’s difficult," but it’s commonly used as a soft "no." Instead of saying they can’t do something, people will say it’s difficult, implying they can’t or won’t.

Mastering Japanese with Jiani: Insights for English Speakers

Did You Know? The Japanese Secret to Saying 'No' Without Saying 'No'!

In this episode, we're focusing on essential travel phrases. Whether you're planning a trip or already exploring an English-speaking destination, these sentences will be your handy guide. From asking for directions to ordering food, we've got you covered. We'll also touch on important phrases for emergencies. Practice them to boost your confidence during your travels. Safe journeys!