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When your car stops working, it’s not just having a bad day; it’s had a "breakdown"

But hey, it happens to people too! When you’re totally stressed out

and start crying in the grocery store because they’re out of your favourite ice cream flavour
that’s a "breakdown" too!

But don’t worry, you’re not alone. Whether it’s your car or your emotions, just remember:

we all break down sometimes. But please, try not to do it over ice cream flavour .

See you next time, hopefully in one piece! 

"Phrasal Verbs Gone Wild!"

"Break Down, But Keep It Together"

What does this idiom mean? Let's take a look at some examples!

How would you translate that in Italian?

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*A blessing in disguise*

North Macedonia is a small European country with no coastline. It's surrounded by places that are more popular with tourists, including Greece to the south.

But wait — don't write off North Macedonia just yet! Here are just a few good reasons to visit a country Lonely Planet calls a "little-known gem."

Many travelers start with a place that's been described as one of Europe's best-kept secrets: Lake Ohrid.

The area, which includes the lake and the old town of Ohrid, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's easy to see why.

Old monasteries look down over the clear blue waters of the lake, which is one of Europe's oldest and deepest.

The town, which is said to be home to 365 churches — one for each day of the year — is also one of Europe's oldest. You can walk along the walls of the fortress, look around the town's old streets or relax by the water.

But there's more to see in a country that was part of Yugoslavia until 1991. Travel away from the lake and you'll find green national parks that are still home to bears, wolves and lynx.

But don't worry: there are lots of places where you can enjoy nature without getting close to those animals! Some people like to walk 2,500 meters to the top of Ljuboten, which means "the peak of love."

In winter, those same mountains are great for skiing. Many visitors choose to go to Mavrovo National Park, which is not far from Ohrid.

The capital, Skopje, is in the north of the country. It's a city full of quirky statues and lots of different types of architecture.

And don't miss the beautiful painted mosque in the nearby town of Tetovo.

North Macedonia might not be a hidden gem for much longer!




Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

North Macedonia: 'Little-Known Gem' Worth a Visit

👉An interesting short story that tells us something important about habits! For A2 level and above. Enjoy listening!😎
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje! 📚
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SERBIAN TO GO

10 Слонова – 10 Slonova – 10 Elephants (A2 and above)

一年を通して、プレゼントの習慣はいろいろありますが、日本は7月と12月におくるのが一大イベントになっています。夏の方を「お中元」といいます。デパートもコンビニも、6月ごろからカタログを準備して、たくさん売ろうと必死（ひっし）になります。買う方も必死で、だれに何をおくったらいいか、一生懸命（いっしょうけんめい）、考えます。そんな時、役に立つのが「おすすめのお中元ランキング」。https://bestpresent.jp/otyuugenn/
おいしそうなものが、いっぱい出てきますよ。さあ、みなさんは何がほしい？
スクリプトと文法や言葉のリストはこちら。
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楽しみ方はこちらを見てください。
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じゃあ、またね。

すずまりの日本語「ききみみ」ずきん

第21話　夏にお中元をどうぞ。

The cost of low-budget food in Britain’s supermarkets has risen by up to 50 per cent over the past year, official figures show.

The Office for National Statistics reports that the price of value pasta ranges has jumped by 50 per cent since April last year!

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The Conversation

Cost of living: Supermarket value food prices up as much as 50%

In today's brief episode, I will teach you how to use the common English idiom "a piece of cake." Add a comment using the phrase and I will correct you!

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