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Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Holocaust Memorial Day (with transcript for study)

「みんなのにほんご」５かのごいです。
Let's practice the vocabulary of Minna no Nihongo Lesson ５.
Write down the vocabulary you hear.

行きます　	いきます　	go
来ます	きます	　come
帰ります　	かえります	go home
学校	がっこう　	school
スーパー	　　すーぱー	　supermarket
駅	　えき	station
飛行機	ひこうき　	airplane
船	　ふね	ship
電車	でんしゃ　	train
地下鉄	ちかてつ　	subway
新幹線	しんかんせん　	bullet train
バス	ばす	bus
タクシー	　　たくしー　　	bicycle
自転車	　じてんしゃ	　　bicycle
友達	　ともだち　	friend
彼	　　かれ	　　he, boyfriend
彼女	　かのじょ	　she, girlfriend
家族	　かぞく	　　　family
一人で	　ひとりで	　alone, by oneself
誕生日	たんじょうび　	birthday
普通	ふつう　　	local (train)
急行	きゅうこう　　　rapid
特急	とっきゅう　　	express



ごいのれんしゅう

みんなのにほんご_５か_ごい

Recruiter: Why do you want to do this job?
Candidate: Iwould be very happy to work here because I really respect the work that this company does and I have always had a positive opinion of it. I believe that with the skills that I have learned over the past six years in this industry, I would be an excellent person to have on the team.
Recruiter: What experience do you have?
Candidate: When I started, I worked as a sales rep for two years and learned a lot during that time and went to a lot of training courses. After two years, I was promoted and became an area manager with a small team of two other people. I did that for three years, before moving to the job I do now. I currently manage a different area with a larger team of five people and since I have been there, our sales have increased by 25%.
Recruiter: Why are you looking for work?
Candidate: Ihave been with this company for six years now and I would like to have experience with a new company and I’m looking for a new challenge. Also, I have a new manager who started a couple of months ago and I don’t really get along with him. He’s pretty stupid.
Recruiter: How would you describe yourself?
Candidate: I’m a hard worker and enjoy learning new skills. I really love working in sales and don’t have a problem with working as long as I need to reach my goals. I’m good working as part of a team, but I’m happy to work by myself too.
Recruiter: What is your dream job?
Candidate: Selling ice cream on a beach! Sun, ice cream and sales: my three favorite things.
Recruiter: What are you good at?
Candidate: One of my biggest strengths is listening to customers to find out what they need and building relationships with them.
Recruiter: How do you deal with a large amount of work?
Candidate: First, I decide what are the most important tasks to deal with and I do those first. If I’ve got a lot to do, I will get up extra early and get a head start.
Recruiter: What are your hobbies?
Candidate: I enjoy cycling and usually go...

English Conversation/Dialogue

Job Interview

聊中西文化，也聊很多东西！
第一期，我们聊聊30岁的女人真的老了吗？

聊聊东西 - Talk to Me in Chinese

001. 30岁老了吗？Is 30 an old age? - ttmiChinese

Nivel B2. Tema: Los verbos To Argue y To Discuss son muy interesantes en español. Ese es el ARGUMENTO que vamos DISCUTIR hoy. 😉 No son difíciles.. son diferentes y por eso vale la pena revisarlos. 
Otro punto en la DISCUSIÓN de hoy sigue siendo el de los materiales de lectura, así que vamos al lío, nos vemos en clase o en la sesión de CONVERSACIÓN 😊
Rocío.-

Rocío en Español Podcast

18. Argumentar y Discutir ¿NO es lo mismo? Gramática Avanzada

Harry Potter Libro 1

Capítulo 1

Did you know that ancient Greece had a huge influence on modern thought? Well, here are ten words which come from that time and culture. 
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Chaos: Derived from the Greek word "khaos," meaning "abyss" or "emptiness," chaos refers to a state of disorder or confusion.

Democracy: Rooted in the Greek words "demos" (people) and "kratos" (power), democracy embodies the concept of government by the people.

Philosophy: Stemming from the Greek words "philos" (love) and "sophia" (wisdom), philosophy encompasses the pursuit of knowledge and the exploration of fundamental questions about life and existence.

Marathon: Inspired by the Greek city of Marathon, this word signifies a long-distance race that originated from the historical Battle of Marathon.

Eureka: Popularized by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes, "eureka" expresses the exhilaration of discovery or a sudden realization.

Drama: Derived from the Greek word "drama," meaning "action" or "deed," drama refers to a form of literature or performance that portrays characters and conflicts.

Acropolis: Originating from the Greek words "akros" (highest) and "polis" (city), the acropolis refers to a fortified hilltop or citadel, often hosting temples or important structures.

Phobia: Rooted in the Greek word "phobos" (fear), phobia is used to describe an irrational or excessive fear of specific objects, situations, or concepts.

Ethos: Derived from the Greek word "ethos" (character), ethos represents the fundamental values, beliefs, and guiding principles of an individual, group, or society.

Hypnosis: Stemming from the Greek word "hypnos" (sleep), hypnosis is a state of altered consciousness characterized by increased suggestibility and relaxation.

English on the Road 

10 Words that come from Ancient Greek


The boardroom. A crucial client meeting. A high-stakes sales call. These scenarios demand clear and confident communication. Here are five best practices to elevate your language and project unwavering self-belief:

Power Verbs:  Replace wishy-washy verbs with action-oriented ones. Instead of saying, "We could explore this new marketing strategy," say, "We will implement this data-driven strategy to boost brand awareness by 20%." This injects decisiveness and ownership into your message.

Be Specific:  Unspecific claims lack impact.  Instead of "Our product is the best," showcase its strengths with data. Say, "Our software boasts a 98% customer satisfaction rate and a 25% reduction in processing time compared to competitors." Specifics build trust and credibility.

Direct Address: Engage your audience directly. Ditch phrases like "I think" or "in my opinion." Say, "We can deliver this project on time and within budget." This conveys authority and ownership of your ideas.

Positive Framing: Focus on the strengths of your solutions.  Instead of, "This plan might have a tight deadline," say, "This fast-track approach allows for agility and capitalizes on current market trends." Highlighting positives reassures and motivates your audience.

Conciseness is Key: Eliminate unnecessary words and filler phrases.  Instead of, "We believe that this approach might be a good way to proceed," say, "We propose this solution to achieve optimal results." Concise communication delivers a clear message and maximizes impact.

I use confident language every day with my clients. I also use it with family, friends and any chance I get. Many of us use language that is unclear or passive habitually, without intent or purpose. 

One of the first habits I work on with my clients is the overuse of - I think, maybe, and I don't know. 

Start being aware of the phrases that you use, especially at the beginning and end of your sentences. 


The Global Professional Podcast

The 5 Best Practices of Confident Language - EP 31

In this episode, Smith shares practical tips to help you improve your English listening skills. From listening to content you enjoy to practicing active listening, these strategies will boost your comprehension and make you a more confident listener. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced learner, these tips will help you get better at understanding English in no time!