Today we're talking about the word "success" and how to use it correctly. 

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This is the most successful podcast I've ever made!

Tom: 嗨，Lily ,马上过节了，我想给我女朋友买个礼物。

  Lily: 哇哦，你也太贴心了，那... 你打算给她买什么礼物呀？

Tom: 嗯... 我打算给她买个好用的坟地。

  Lily:  什么？坟地？嗯...你...怎么...能这样对待你的女朋友啊？

 Tom:  嗯...我希望她的皮肤越来越好，买个好坟地有什么问题吗？

   Lily:  哦... 这样啊，那个叫粉底，不叫坟地。粉底是化妆品，坟地嘛。嗯...坟地...坟地是埋死人的地方。


Tom: Hi,Lily, mǎshàng guòjiéle, wǒ xiǎng gěi wǒ nǚ péngyǒu mǎi gè lǐwù.

  Lily: Wa o, nǐ yě tài tiēxīnle, nà... Nǐ dǎsuàn gěi tā mǎi shénme lǐwù ya?

Tom: en... Wǒ dǎsuàn gěi tā mǎi gè hǎo yòng de féndì.

  Lily:  Shénme? Féndì? Ń... Nǐ... Zěnme... Néng zhèyàng duìdài nǐ de nǚ péngyǒu a?

Tom:  en... Wǒ xīwàng tā de pífū yuè lái yuè hǎo, mǎi gè hǎo féndì yǒu shén me wèntí ma?

  Lily:  o... Zhèyàng a, nàgè jiào fěndǐ, bù jiào féndì. Fěndǐ shì huàzhuāngpǐn, féndì ma. e... Féndì... Féndì shì mái sǐrén de dìfāng.


Tom: Hi Lily, the holidays are coming soon and I want to buy a present for my girlfriend.

   Lily: Wow, you're so sweet, so... what gift are you going to buy her?

 Tom: Hmm... I'm going to buy her a useful cemetery.

   Lily: What? Graveyard? Um... how... how... can you treat your girlfriend like this?

 Tom: Hmm...I hope her skin gets better and better, is there any problem with buying a good cemetery?

   Lily: Oh... Well, that's called a foundation, not a graveyard. Foundation is cosmetic, cemetery. Well... cemetery... cemetery is where the dead are buried.


fén dì→cemetery→坟地
fěn dǐ→Foundation make-up→粉底

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第3集-【恐怖的礼物A terrible gift】-with Lily-趣味中文 interesting Chinese

Un podcast facile pour apprendre à décrire physiquement une personne + les verbes "ressembler" et "sembler

France Class Niveau Elémentaire

Il a les cheveux frisés et châtains

⭐ Qu'est-ce que la galette des rois ? C’est ce que nous allons voir dans cet épisode.

⭐ To make the most of this podcast, a transcript, an English translation and language activities are available on my BLOG

⭐ If you want to practise your French further, please check out my regular podcast channel "Learn French with Anthony" and visit my website to access plenty of interactive language activities.

Explore France with Anthony

#01 La galette des rois

En este audio os hablo del problema que tenemos en casa cuando se trata de ordenar las habitaciones o los juguetes que sacamos mientras jugamos. En ella podéis ver también oraciones temporales de subjuntivo y expresiones con el verbo estar, muy útiles, que explico al final del episodio.

Reyes from Spain

Cuando vengan mis hijos se van a enterar

Celebrating Christmas in the UK. 
Angela reads the basic text from this lesson, (transcript available when you take this lesson).

This topic is also available for intermediate and higher-level learners.


English with Angela -  conversation 

TASK 66 - CHRISTMAS AND CONSUMERISM

『新完全マスター語彙　日本語能力試験N2』（2011年、スリーエーネットワーク） 教科書を1課ずつ読んでいきます。 N2、N1に必要な語彙です。 今日は、第9章2課です。そして、この教科書第1部が終了です。

たくさん、語彙の勉強ができましたか。


N2合格

N2　語彙　第9章2課

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you on your upskilling journey:

1. Self-Assessment
Identify Your Strengths: Pinpoint your existing skills and areas of expertise.
Recognize Skill Gaps: Determine which skills are lacking or need improvement.
Align with Career Goals: Ensure your upskilling efforts align with your long-term career aspirations.

2. Research Industry Trends
Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry developments, emerging technologies, and market demands.
Identify Relevant Skills: Determine which skills are in high demand within your field.
Analyze Job Descriptions: Study job postings to understand required skills and qualifications.

3. Create a Learning Plan
Set Clear Goals: Define specific upskilling objectives and desired outcomes.
Choose Learning Methods: Select suitable learning methods, such as online courses, workshops, or certifications.
Allocate Time: Create a dedicated schedule for learning to ensure consistency.

4. Access Learning Resources
Online Platforms: Explore platforms like iTalki, Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning for a vast array of courses.
Industry Associations: Leverage resources offered by professional organizations.
Mentorship and Networking: Seek guidance from experienced professionals.

5. Practice and Apply
Hands-On Experience: Apply newly acquired skills to real-world projects or challenges.
Build a Portfolio: Showcase your skills through a portfolio of completed work.
Seek Feedback: Request input from mentors or colleagues to identify areas for improvement.
6. Continuous Learning
Stay Curious: Maintain a thirst for knowledge and explore new subjects.
Adapt to Change: Embrace new technologies and industry trends.
Lifelong Learning: Make continuous learning a habit for sustained career growth.

Remember, upskilling is an ongoing process. By investing time and effort in your professional development, you increase your value to employers and enhance your job security.

The Global Professional Podcast

The Upskilling Process for Job Security - Episode 104

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Topic: Historic Place. Q. 4-6.

Q. 4: How were you taught history when you were at school?
Q. 5: Are there other ways people can learn about history, apart from at school? How?
Q. 6: Do you think history will still be a school subject in the future? Why?

How do you prepare for these answers? What strategy are you using to prepare for your IELTS exams?

Let me know how I can help you by booking my private class so we can go deeper into your own situation together. See you tomorrow.