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In questo episodio speciale del nostro podcast, io e Pilar parleremo un po' di tutto questo, in una chiacchierata un po' diversa dal normale sugli errori più comuni che si commettono quando si parla Italiano.

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Spiaggia e Dolce Vita

Gli errori più comuni in Italiano 

皆さんの国では、季節の移り変わりがはっきり感じられますか？
冬が終わるのはいつでしょうか。
今回は、フミが春を感じるときについて話します。

Can you feel the change of seasons clearly in your country?
When do you feel the end of winter?
This time, Fumi talks about when he feels spring.

♤ キーワード
・節分（せつぶん：the last day of winter）
・就活（しゅうかつ：job hunting）
・三寒四温（さんかんしおん：the cycle of 3 cold days and 4 warm days repeats at the end of the winter）
・春夏秋冬（しゅんかしゅうとう：four seasons）
・折にふれて（おりにふれて：occasionally）
 
♧ 理解度チェッククイズ 
1. フミが春を感じるのはいつ？ 
2. 日本の気候について、二人が子どものときと比べて変わったことは？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. アヤはアンジェラ・アキの『サクラ色』という曲をどうやって知った？ 
→ 朝の情報番組のオープニングテーマで使われていた
2. アヤはその曲を聞くと、何を思い出す？
→ 大学に入って一人暮らしを始めたときのわくわくした気持ち

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 24：春の訪れ

Ini cerita tentang Thomas dan temannya Andrea.

Cerita Pendek Indonesia (A1-A2)

11 Pertemanan

はい、こんにちは。ようへい先生です。えー、先週（せんしゅう）せいとに こんな質問(しつもん）をされました。 え～、この文はまちがっています。何がちがうか、ちょっとみんなも考（かんが）えてくださいね。
『タイでは12月はどんな 月（がつ） ですか』
 
はい、何がちがうかわかりますか。”がつ” はみんなの日本語 5かでならった 月の名前ですね。で、本当は
・タイでは。12月はどんな月（つき）ですか。
 
が せいかいです。 はい、じゃあ、”みんなの日本語５か でならった”がつ” は
1月、2月、3月ですね。January, February, March。 
えー「12月にクリスマスがあります」「7月はなつです」などと使いますね。じゃあ、みんなの11かで ならった、期間（きかん）、 時間の長さtermですね、は”月間（げつかん）”ですね。”間（かん）”をスキップskipできます。 
え、for month ですよね。1ヶ月間 for a month ですね。2ヶ月間、3ヶ月、4ヶ月ですね。
・1ヶ月間旅行（りょこう）に行きます。
・3ヶ月ダイエットします。 
 
と使いますね。はい。じゃあ”月（つき）”の使い方ですが、
A：タイでは12月はどんな月ですか。 
B：そんなに大切（たいせつ）な月じゃありません。
 
と言いました。他（ほか）にも、
A：月に何回ぐらい家族（かぞく）に会っていますか。
B：1月に2、3回ぐらいですね。
 
と使いますね。はい、オッケーですか。 じゃ、もう1つだけちょっと特別（とくべつ）specialの期間（きかん）、月の長さの言い方をお教えますね。これも”月(つき）” なんですよ。”ひとつき””ふたつき””みつき”、これも一月（ひとつき）、for a month、二月（ふたつき）、for two months、三月（みつき）、for three monthsなんですね。 
・ひとつき 旅行へ行ってきます。
・ふたつき トレーニングをします。
 
と使いますね。はいでこの言い方ですが、4月、5月、6月も”よつき”、”いつつき”、”むつき”、とあるんですが、 ほとんど使えませんね。うん、私もあまり使ったことがありません。ですから、おぼえる必要（ひつよう）はないと思います。
はい、オッケーですか。 はい、じゃ今日も聞いてくれてありがとうございました。みなさん、日本語の勉強（べんきょう）がんばってください。バイバイ👋


ようへい先生　N4～N3　レベルの生徒（せいと）へ　(^^♪

＃８　”月”のよみ方、つかい方

In this episode you will learn how to read months.

HSK2

Learn how to answer date--Month

EVERYONE'S DOING THEM!
If you search the internet you will discover that workshops are a teaching opportunity that isn't focused on marketing, whereas webinars are built to teach and sell at the same time. It's a lot more about training and learning than it is about selling, but there will always be a pitch at the end of a webinar.

Then there are seminars...
An in-person seminar is more or less dependent on attendees' ability to physically attend the event, so there haven't been many of them during the Covid-19 pandemic, which has been problematic for some businesses but it has gone some way towards reducing carbon footprints.

Wikipedia has defined these 2 event types individually:

A seminar is ‘a meeting held for the exchange of useful information by members of a common business community.’

A webinar is 'an interactive seminar conducted via the World Wide Web. Usually a live presentation, lecture, or workshop that happens in real-time, as users participate through chatting, video-chatting, file-sharing, or asking questions with a microphone.’

Time for a masterclass!
Workshops progress from theory to practice, with a focus on grasping key tools or skills. Masterclasses are specialized classes in which students attain their learning objectives via in-depth practice and thorough guidance.

Listen as we discuss the hype surrounding online learning today!

BizPod - The Business English Podcast

BizPod Episode 11 - Webinars & Workshops

Negotiation and Change Management: Navigating the Corporate Seas

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ability to negotiate and manage change is akin to navigating treacherous seas. Successful captains of industry understand that these skills are not just necessary; they are the rudder that steers the corporate ship through both calm and stormy waters.

The Art of Negotiation

Negotiation is the subtle art of reaching an agreement that benefits all parties involved. It’s a dance of communication, where each step is carefully calculated to achieve a harmonious outcome. For managers, negotiation skills are indispensable. They are the tools that help forge strong stakeholder relationships, drive business objectives, and resolve conflicts that could otherwise fester into costly disputes.

Change Management: The Compass of Progress

Change management, on the other hand, is the compass that guides a company towards progress. It involves preparing, supporting, and helping individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. Leaders who excel in change management not only anticipate the shifts in their industry but also create the strategies that will enable their teams to adapt swiftly and efficiently.

Combining Forces for Success

When negotiation and change management converge, they create a powerful synergy. Negotiation skills allow managers to involve key stakeholders in the change process, increasing buy-in and reducing resistance. Meanwhile, change management provides the framework for implementing the negotiated agreements, ensuring that the change is not just accepted but embraced.


As we sail into the future, the waters of business will only get more challenging. But with robust negotiation and change management skills, managers can not only weather the storms but also harness the winds of change to propel their organizations to new heights. It’s time to set sail and navigate the corporate seas with confidence and skill.
