Hello, everyone. Today, I would like to have a short talk about the phrases from "Minna no Nihongo" Chapter 1. When you say, "I’m from Japan, 日本から来ました," it sounds natural. However, if you are Thai and living in Thailand, saying "タイからきました" sounds very strange. The phrase "～からきました" implies that you are not currently in that place.

Perhaps in English, it would be fine for a Canadian in Canada to say 'I’m from Canada' in a setting with people from various countries. This highlights a subtle difference between Japanese and English.

Thank you for listening today. Currently, my "Minna no Nihongo" course and the group lesson course are available at half price for the first session, so if you're interested, please feel free to message me.

Good luck with your studies!


ようへい先生　　N4,N5チャンネル

みんなの日本語Chapter One　～からきました

a. Fit as a fiddle - To be in excellent physical health.
      Example: "Even in his old age, he's fit as a fiddle."
   b. Sick as a dog - To be very ill or sick.
      Example: "After eating that spoiled food, I felt sick as a dog."
   c. Catch some Z's - To get some sleep or rest.
      Example: "I'm going to catch some Z's before the big presentation tomorrow."
   d. Mind over matter - The power of one's mind to overcome physical challenges.
      Example: "With a positive mindset, she proved that it's mind over matter."
   e. An apple a day keeps the doctor away - Eating healthy can help prevent illnesses.
      Example: "S


IELTS Podcast 雅思博客

Health-related idioms

Real Life Chinese
今天我们来听听“It’s so weird”用中文怎么说？

*******Script for your second time listening********
qí guài
奇 怪   weird
zhēn qí guài ！
真奇怪！
tài qí guài le ！
太奇怪了！
This is so weird. 

nǐ bù jué dé hěn qí guài ma ？
你不觉得很奇怪吗？

片段一Clip one
A：这真是奇怪了！真是！
B:  爷爷，您别生气
A：zhè zhēn shì qí guài le ！zhēn shì ！
B:  yé ye ，nín bié shēng qì   

片段二
A：特奇怪，她突然叫我去她家。我不知道怎么回事儿。
A：tè qí guài ，tā tū rán jiào wǒ qù tā jiā 。wǒ bú zhī dào zěn me huí shì r 。

片段三
A：每一条都有你们有点奇怪啊。你们站到后面吧。 
A：měi yì tiáo dōu yǒu nǐ men yǒu diǎn qí guài a 。nǐ men zhàn dào hòu miàn ba 。

片段四
A:  你还好吗？
B:  很奇怪，我反而觉得轻松自在的。
A:  nǐ hái hǎo ma ？
B:  hěn qí guài ，wǒ fǎn ér jué de qīng sōng zì zài de 。

片段五
A：我肚子太大了，是不是很奇怪？ 
A: wǒ dù zi tài dà le ，shì bú shì hěn qí guài ？


Iris' screening room

Real Life Chinese ——来听听“It’s so weird”用中文怎么说得地道？

В этом подкасте я рассказываю о том, что обычно есть на новогоднем столе в России. Приятного прослушивания!

Привет, это Наташа!

Эпизод 21. Что едят в России на Новый год

Have you ever wondered why French people ask: Comment ça va ? How do you go?
— instead of How ARE you?

The answer's only one click away, but beware its foul aftertaste!

French Follies feat. Leeroy

The gross mystery behind the french expression Ça va.

Link del script: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YooJ551nHbKz9hj1viUeFE7pJRvZLwVS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108468665895097878086&rtpof=true&sd=true

Juan Carlos

5 idioms de comida nivel Avanzado C1-C2

📚 In this exciting episode of Tiny Talks, we dive into the world of Raymond Carver, the master of minimalist short stories. But did you know there's a hidden side to his work? 😮 We explore how the release of 'Beginners,' the original version of his famous collection, sparked a debate on the power of experimentation in writing. Is sticking to the rules limiting creativity? Can taking risks make stories more engaging? Join us as we uncover how breaking the rules can lead to literary magic! 

Perfect for English learners, we'll explain everything in simple English. Don't miss out!

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Tiny Talks! Tiny Talks about Big Topics!

Raymond Carver's Magic Trick | Episode 2 | Tiny Talks Podcast

Bu deyim yıllarca alınan eğitim ve verilen emek sonucunda gelinen noktayı ifade eder.  Ancak dikkat edinen, dirsek çürüten kişinin geldiği nokta iyi olmalıdır. 

Türkçe Deyimler - Idioms 

Dirsek Çürütmek

A transcript is available. 

In this third part of the Neil McTaggart story, 18-year-old Neil arrives in 1920s Ontario, Canada, to live with his uncle Robert Jefferey — a firm but fair man from his mother's side. Neil, unable to read or write, begins adjusting to life in a deeply religious, structured household. This chapter explores the beginnings of their relationship as Robert gently steps into a fatherly role, and Neil begins to sense the stability, discipline, and quiet kindness of his new life.

At the dinner table, Neil meets his aunt and cousins for the first time. Set against the backdrop of rural Canadian farm life, this is a moving story of migration, growth, and learning to belong — especially for those starting again in a new world.

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