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まきのひとりごと Japanese Podcast 

We all have had negative experiences at work - a bad boss, a boring role, horrible colleagues - and that's why we want to leave asap!!  But what do you say in an interview when asked this questions - listen to this brief podcast for some tips!

How to create an awesome job application strategy: Advice on careers, CVs, cover letters, interview planning

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Shadowing Practice - repeat after me.

어디서 일해요?
[어디서 일해요]
Where do you work?
(저는) 편의점에서 일해요.
[펴니저메서 일해요]
I work at a convenience store.
(저는) 병원에서 일해요.
[병워네서 일해요]
I work at a hospital/doctor's office/clinic.
(저는) 집에서 일해요.
[지베서 일해요].
I work at home.
누구랑 일해요?
[누구랑 일해요]
With whom do you work?
(저는) 친구랑 일해요.
[친구랑 일해요]
I work with my friend.
(저는) 아버지랑 일해요.
[아버지랑 일해요].
I work with my father.
언제 일해요?
[언제 일해요]
When do you work?
(저는) 일요일에 일해요.
[이료이레 일해요]
I work on Sunday.
(저는) 매일 일해요.
[매일 일해요]
I work every day.
누구랑 어디서 일해요?
[누구랑 어디서 일해요]
With whom and where do you work?
친구랑 편의점에서 일해요
[친구랑 펴니저메서 일해요]
I work with my friend at a convenience store.
누구랑 언제 어디서 일해요?
[누구랑 언제 어디서 일해요]
With whom, when, and where do you work?
친구랑 매일 편의점에서 일해요.
[친구랑 매일 펴니저메서 일해요]
I work with my friend at a convenience store every day.
지금 뭐해요?
[지금 뭐해요]
What are you doing now?
(저는) 지금 일해요.
[지금 일해요]
I am working now.
왜 편의점에서 일해요?
[왜 펴니저메서 일해요]
Why do you work at a convenience store?
용돈(을) 벌려고요
[용똔 벌려고요]
(So I can) earn pocket money

Speak That Korean

S002 어디서 일해요 Where do you work?

Learn the best Spanish vocabulary and expressions related to the different modes of transport. Best for beginner and elementary Spanish students!

Super Basic Spanish

Learn Basic Spanish: Medios de transporte (modes of transport)

In this episode you will learn HSK2 lesson 9 Text 3

HSK2

Meditation - Setting your mind to win!

Have you ever experience an 'Alpha Level Meditation' before?

Beta, Alpha, Theta, and Delta brainwaves are different frequencies of electrical activity in your brain. They’re associated with different states of consciousness and mental activity. 

Think of them as different gears in a machine—each frequency corresponds to a different function or mental state.

Beta Waves (13-38 Hz): These are the fastest brainwaves, and you typically experience them when you’re alert, focused, and actively thinking

Alpha Waves (8-12 Hz): These are slower than beta waves, and you often experience them when you’re relaxed but still awake, like when you’re meditating or daydreaming peacefully. 

Theta Waves (4-7 Hz): These waves are slower than alpha waves and are associated with deep relaxation, light sleep, and a state of being very at ease.

Delta Waves (0.5-3 Hz): These are the slowest brainwaves and are primarily associated with deep sleep. You’re usually not consciously aware of much when these are dominant.


Your subconscious mind is programmed easily on the 'Alpha' level. Therefore, this type of meditation / relaxation / programming is going to influence your state / thinking much faster.

Use it daily if you can and in 30 days you'll be amazed at the result that you can achieve!

You can check out my 1-1 training classes now.

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The Habits of Highly Effective English Communicators

Meditation - Setting your mind to win!

jīn tiān shì xīnɡ qī wǔ bɑ ？ 
今 天  是 星  期 五 吧 ？ 
shì de 。 
是 的 。 

zhè shì nǐ ér zi bɑ ？ 
这 是你儿子 吧 ？ 
bú shì ， shì wǒ ɡē ɡe de ér zi 。 
不 是 ， 是 我 哥 哥的 儿 子 。 

tā kě nénɡ bú qù rì běn le bɑ ？ 
她 可 能  不 去日 本 了吧 ？

JOJO CHINESE

吧ba：question and guess

Have you ever heard the phrase, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do"?

It means you should follow the customs of the place you're visiting or the people you're with. So in Japan, for example, you should take off your shoes before entering someone's home, because it's the custom.

However, people often shorten this phrase to just, "When in Rome."

Phrases like this, where part of the sentence is not spoken but the meaning is still clear, are called "anapodotons" ("an-uh-PAW-duh-tuns"). People don't say the second part of the phrase, but everyone knows what they mean.

But why do people leave phrases unfinished?

According to Instagram linguist Adam Aleksic, it's because we like to save time and effort when talking. By saying less, we can still share the full idea, as long as others know the rest of the phrase.

Anapodotons are very common in English. Let's look at some more now!

"Speak of the devil" is something people say when someone appears just as you were talking about them. The full phrase is, "Speak of the devil, and he shall appear." But it doesn't mean you think the person who appeared is a bad person!

"It takes a village" is another example. The full phrase, "It takes a village to raise a child," means raising children is easier with help from others. It can also be used to talk about teamwork or group tasks.

"If you can't stand the heat" comes from, "If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen." This means if something is difficult or stressful, you should either deal with it or stop complaining and leave!

Anapodotons may be short, but they have a lot of meaning!

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Saying Less, Meaning More: The Power of Anapodotons

🌿 Introducing "Organic English: Clarifying Communication" 🎧✨

Join us on Organic English, the podcast that nourishes language growth and explores the beauty of the English language! In our latest episode, we're diving into the power of seeking clarification. 🌟✨

Communication is key, and asking for clarification is an essential skill for English language learners. We'll equip you with phrases to help you seek understanding and enhance your language proficiency. 🗣️💭

Tune in for a calming experience as you listen to soothing ambient sounds and practice each phrase, empowering yourself to communicate with clarity and confidence. 🎶🗣️