This episode introduces three idioms that use the word ice. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.

Idiom Corner

３月といえば、出会いと別れの季節です。
日本では４月に新年度が始まり、３月に終わるので、春は入学・入社祝いなどで贈り物をすることがよくあります。
今回は、アヤが中国人の生徒に聞いた贈り物のタブーについて話します。

March is the season of encounters and partings. 
In Japan, the new academic and fiscal year begins in April and ends in March, so we often give gifts in the spring to celebrate someone’s enrollment or joining the company. 
This time, Aya talks about the taboo of gifts that she heard from her student from China.

♤ キーワード
・年度（ねんど：academic and fiscal year）
・節目（ふしめ：milestone）
・弔う（とむらう：mourn）
・喪服（もふく：mourning dress）
・心機一転（しんきいってん： get a fresh start）

♧ 理解度チェッククイズ 
1. 中国でタブーとされている贈り物は？ 
2. それをプレゼントとしてあげるのは、どのくらい失礼？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. フミが春を感じるのはいつ？
→ 札幌雪まつりが終わる頃
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？
→ 四季がはっきり感じられなくなった

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 25：贈り物のタブー

Welcome to "English Learners Boost," the podcast that fuels your language-learning journey with insights, tips, and real-life experiences. In today's episode, titled "Motivation Vs. Discipline," your host explores the delicate balance between staying motivated and maintaining discipline in mastering the English language. Discover how these factors work together, and get practical tips to enhance your language-learning routine. Plus, don't miss the chance to experience a personalized approach to English lessons on italki – book your lesson today and elevate your English skills to new heights. Tune in, boost your English, and enjoy the journey!

English Learner's Boost

Motivation Vs. Discipline 

Let's talk about winter and heating systems in Korea!


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Korean stories with Donggyu

EP01. Winter&Heating system in Korea

In this podcast I talk about breaking the ice and how to give your self-introduction.
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SWE 164 - Breaking The Ice Self-Introduction

Wrapping up "Beefie Brain" Topic...

Let's roll through the "beef" idioms we here on the regular!

Baffling Lingo

Beefie Brain Slang 

Hi, everyone, Today I'm going to give you the best and the real life example answer to What are you weaknesses question?
Welcome to "Career Insights," the podcast where we explore essential career advice and strategies to help you succeed in the workplace. I'm your host, Anthony, and today we're diving into a common but tricky interview question: "What are your weaknesses?"

Understanding the Purpose
First, it's important to understand why interviewers ask this question. They want to see if you:
Have self-awareness: Can you identify areas where you need improvement?
Are honest and transparent: Are you willing to acknowledge your imperfections?
Are proactive about personal development: Do you take steps to address your weaknesses?
Choosing the Right Weakness
When selecting a weakness to discuss, consider the following:
Relevance: Choose a weakness that is relevant but not critical to the job you're applying for. For example, if you're applying for a financial analyst position, you might not want to highlight a weakness in attention to detail.
Authenticity: Be genuine. Interviewers can often tell if you're being insincere or giving a cliché answer.
Improvement: Select a weakness that you are actively working on improving. This shows initiative and a growth mindset.


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