This podcast is about my daily life, but not in a polite way of speaking. It's the way I talk to my family and friends.  It's ガチ日本語（Real Japanese). Fukuoka dialect version is also uploaded!

ガチ日本語 - Everyday Japanese -

Aren't you tired of robotic Japanese voices already? I'll read the news article for you. Let's use it to improve your listening skills. Please share your thoughts in the comments!

NEWS for beginners - Native Japanese Accent -

A : Bonjour, madame, je voudrais un beau morceau de cantal, s'il vous plaît.
B : Voilá, monsieur, et avec ceci ?
A : Mettez-moi aussi un petit pot de crème fraîche.
B : Voilà. Ce sera tout ?
A : Oui, merci.

Vocabulaire :
un fromager, une fromagère : queijeiro(a), cheesemaker
une fromagerie : queijaria, cheese monger
un fromage : queijo, cheese
un beau morceau = un morceau généreux
500 grammes de : 500 gramas de, 500 grams of
mettez-moi : coloque pra mim, give me
aussi : também, also
et avec ceci ? : mais alguma coisa?, anything else?
ce sera tout ? : só isso?, is that all?
une tranche de : fatia de, slice of

Professeur Maxime : dialogues

Chez le fromager

Uyghurche Learning FM/ئۇيغۇرچە تىل ئۆگىنىش

Chapter 1, Exercise 16

    Xièxie nǐ
A：谢谢  你！
    Bú kèqi
B：不客气！


HSK Standard Course Level 1 Audio of the textbook

Lesson 2 text 2

En esta lección 'express' de español vamos a aprender 7 alternativas para “yo creo que”. Los estudiantes de español suelen repetir excesivamente esta fórmula. Con estas alternativas, tu español sonará más fresco y natural. Recomendado para estudiantes de nivel intermedio.

CocoLoco Spanish

7 alternativas para "Yo creo que..."

Fao nos cuenta cómo llega justo a la revolución turca del Gezi park, se enamora de la belleza de Istanbul, conoce los paisajes lunares de Capadoccia, hace un viaje al interior del sufismo en Konia y aprende complejos ritmos con su maestro de darbuka. 

Ritmos del mundo

#8 Viaje a Turquía I

Master the Art of Conversation: Active Listening Best Practices
In today's fast-paced world, truly being heard can feel like a luxury. Active listening, however, goes beyond simply hearing words. It's a powerful communication skill that fosters deeper understanding, builds trust, and strengthens relationships. Here are some best practices to elevate your active listening game:

Be Present: Put away distractions like phones and silence internal chatter. Focus solely on the speaker, conveying attentiveness through eye contact and open body language.

Listen Verbally and Nonverbally: Pay attention not just to words, but also to tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. These nonverbal cues can reveal underlying emotions or unspoken concerns.

Embrace Silence: Don't feel pressured to fill every pause. Comfortable silence allows the speaker to gather their thoughts and express themselves fully.

Ask Clarifying Questions: Don't assume you understand everything. Use open-ended questions to encourage elaboration and ensure you're on the same page.

Paraphrase and Summarize: Reflect back key points in your own words to confirm comprehension and demonstrate attentiveness. This also helps identify any misunderstandings early on.

Acknowledge Emotions: Validate the speaker's feelings with empathy. Show you understand their perspective, even if you don't agree.

Minimize Interruptions: Allow the speaker to finish their thoughts before responding. Interrupting hinders their flow and can come across as dismissive.

By incorporating these practices, you become a more engaged and supportive listener. This strengthens relationships in all areas of life, from building trust with clients to fostering deeper connections with loved ones. Remember, active listening is a continuous journey. With practice, you'll become a master of communication, fostering a world where everyone feels heard and understood.