破防(pò fáng) literally means “breaking defenses,” like in a battle. In slang, it refers to the emotional moment when someone’s psychological defenses collapse.

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破防 (pò fáng)

A "gaucho" is a skilled horseman, reputed to be brave and unruly.
 The gaucho in some respects resembled members of other nineteenth century rural, horse-based cultures such as the North American cowboy (vaquero in Spanish), 
The figure of the gaucho is a folk symbol of Argentina, Uruguay, the south of Chile and Brazil, places where he inhabited the 18th and 19th centuries. 
Gauchos became greatly admired and renowned in legend, folklore, and literature, and became an important part of their regional cultural tradition.
This podcast is about them, their story and their customs.

Culture and Heritage of Latin America

The Cowboys of South America

Elementary Uzbek

Chapter 1, 6-mashq

Explore the captivating world of "Slang and Informal Language: Understanding Casual English Conversations" on this episode of English Learners Boost. Decode the secret language that often puzzles learners, from "lit" to practical examples. Gain confidence in casual English interactions, learn about slang's evolution, and strike the ideal balance between informal and formal language. Plus, experience our unique teaching through personalized English lessons on our italki profile. Boost your skills and embrace language's vibrant nuances!

English Learner's Boost

Slang and Informal Language: Understanding Casual English Conversations 

Dois irmãos vão comprar fruta. Vejamos quais são :)

Portuguese Audios for Beginners A2 -Áudios em Português para Principiantes A2

 Na frutaria 

A : Madame ?
B : Bonjour madame, je voudrais un croissant au beurre, deux pains au chocolat et une brioche au sucre, s'il vous plaît.
A : Oui madame, et avec ceci ?
B : Je vais prendre aussi une tarte pour six personnes.
A : Qu'est-ce que vous préférez comme tarte ? Nous avons des tartes aux pommes, aux fraises, au citron...
B : Une belle tarte aux fraises, c'est très bien.

Vocabulaire :
je voudrais : queria, I would like
le beurre : manteiga, butter
le sucre : açúcar, sugar 
et avec ceci ? : mais alguma coisa?, anything else?
je vais prendre : vou querer, I’ll have
une tarte : torta, pie
préférer : preferir, to prefer
une pomme : maçã, apple
une fraise : morange, strawberry
un citron : limão, lemon
un gâteau : bolo, cake
le pain : pão, bread
comme : como, like, as


Professeur Maxime : dialogues

à la boulangerie-pâtisserie

In this episode we will look at the comparisons between learning a language and creating art. We look at the threshold between learning and creating in the privacy of our own mind and sharing our work with the public and how that relates to moving from static learning to active conversation.

Philosophical Friday

Philosophical Friday with a quote from Stephen King

I invite you to tune in to hear the rest of my conversation about strategic networking with Lucy Samuels! This time we dive into using LinkedIn to grow and utilize your network. 

She shares some real gems in this conversation, like what to write when reaching out to someone new on LinkedIn and what to say when following up with someone in your network. 

Lucy is an excellent communication coach, so it’s no wonder she can come up with polished, professional scripts on the fly.

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Episode originally published September 29, 2021

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter 

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/networking-tips/ 

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Link Included in Episode Show Notes: 

Lucy Samuels Website: https://lucysamuels.co

How to Use Informational Interviews to Land Your Dream Job: https://www.express-to-impress.com/informational-interviews/ 

Erin Meyer: Building Trust Across Cultures: https://erinmeyer.com/building-trust-across-cultures/ 

Express to Impress

Networking Tips From a Communication & Career Branding Expert

How will city life change, in the future?
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.
