I share my stories as a person, student, and teacher. I had an extraordinary experience to be interviewed by Voice of America about my exchange journey to the US and how I started my career in iTalki.

I AM DENA MANDALA

آیا تا به حال پلی ساخته‌ایم؟
در زمان‌های دور دو برادر در کنار هم بر سر زمینی که از پدرشان به ارث برده بودند کار می‌کردند و در نزدیک هم خانه‌هایی برای خودشان ساخته بودند و به خوبی روزگار می‌گذراندند. برحسب اتفاق روزی بر سر مسئله‌ای با هم به اختلاف رسیدند. برادر کوچکتر بین زمین‌ها و خانه‌هایشان کانال بزرگی حفر کرد و داخل آن آب انداخت تا هیچ گونه ارتباطی با هم نداشته باشند.
برادر بزرگتر هم ناراحت شد و از نجاری خواست تا با نصب پرچین‌های بلند کاری کند تا برادرش را نبیند و خودش عازم شهر شد. هنگام عصر که برگشت با تعجب دید که نجار بجای ساخت دیوار چوبی یک پل بزرگ ساخته است.
برادر کوچکتر که از صبح شاهد این صحنه بود پیش خود اندیشید حتماً برادرش برای آشتی دستور ساخت پل را داده است و بی‌صبرانه منتظر بازگشت او بود.
رفت و برادر بزرگ را در آغوش گرفت و از او معذرت‌خواهی کرد. دو برادر از نجار خواستند چند روزی مهمان آنها باشد. اما او گفت: پل‌های زیادی هستند که او باید بسازد و رفت.

Have we ever built a bridge?
In the distant times, two brothers worked side by side on the land they inherited from their father and built houses for themselves nearby and had a good time. As it happened, one day they had a disagreement over an issue. The younger brother dug a big canal between their lands and houses and poured water into it so that they would have no connection with each other.
The older brother was also upset and asked a carpenter to install tall hedges so that he could not see his brother and left to the city himself. When he returned in the evening, he was surprised to see that the carpenter had built a big bridge instead of a wooden wall. The younger brother, who witnessed this scene from the morning, thought to himself that his brother must have ordered the construction of the bridge for reconciliation and was impatiently waiting for his return.
He went and hugged his big brother and apologized to him. Two brothers asked the carpenter to be their guest for a few days. But he said: There are many bridges that he has to build and left.

Farsi (Persian) pods

Short story: Two brothers داستان کوتاه : دو برادر   

Bu episode ile Türkiye'de de bulunan ve kullanılan ŞİFALI  -GİZEMLİ DOĞAL TAŞLAR öğreniyorsunuz . Türkiyedeki doğal taşları tanımak onları özelliklerine uygun olarak kullanmak ister misin? O zaman haydi başlayalım :) Not:Lütfen bu yayının eğlence amaçlı olduğunu unutmayın.
This is just Turkish listening exercise for fun&learning.

Turcology and Turkey with Ayse

TURKISH:*New : TÜRKİYEDEKİ GİZEMLİ TAŞLAR :  Amazonit

One Minute English: What Is Your Ideal Learning Method?

Step one is to learn a language.

Step two is to learn to speak this language.

Most students are stuck on the learning part, even though they want to be speakers eventually.

In today's podcast, the goal is to continue helping you to think in English and express yourself on a given topic.

Good luck and have fun.

Apply for my classes by visiting my calendar when you are ready to become a speaker!

#job interview preparation #IELTS speaking training #confident business English communication

One minute speaking challenge - Challenge yourself to speak English daily!

One Minute English - Your Ideal Learning Method

 In this episode, we dive headfirst into the captivating world of words and their profound impact on our ability to connect and convey ideas. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind the right choice of words, their subtle nuances, and the sheer depth of our linguistic repertoire. Discover how a well-crafted vocabulary can transform ordinary conversations into compelling and persuasive exchanges, leaving a lasting impression on your listeners. Get ready to unleash the true power of communication through the art of vocabulary in this engaging episode.

English Learner's Boost

The Role of Vocabulary in Effective Communication

LAYLA: Thanks for meeting with me during your lunch hour. I 
appreciate it.
MONICA: No problem. I’m happy to help. What’s going on?
LAYLA: Oh you know, the usual. Should I take this new job? Or do I 
stick with my current one?
MONICA: Well, I think it’s time for a change, don’t you? They pay you late 
and you are unhappy.
LAYLA: Do you really think so?
MONICA: I know so. And I’ve been listening to you complain for over a 
year now. Trust me. Take the job. What do you have to lose?



LANGUAGE NOTES
• In formal conversation, giving advice is often suggested through modals: ought to/ 
should / could / If I were you. In informal conversations people tend to use words such 
as I think that/ I feel that/ in my opinion.
• Listen for the emphasis on I know so and Trust me. These common phrases can be 
used to convey both positive and negative emotions. “I know so” conveys a deep belief 
or certainty. “To know” shows more certainty than “to think.”
• Notice the use of command forms: Take the job. /Trust me./ Go for it! The command 
form can be used to gently persuade someone

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day 30 (final) : Giving advice

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Jazykolamy 01

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