Hey everyone! Here is the second instalment. Today, we'll look at the following vocab: 

TO MOOCH
CRESTFALLEN
BRAWNY 
KITCHEN-SINK DRAMA 
and TO VIE 

Feel free to do the quizzes attached and message me if you have any questions! 

Happy listening! 

English Gym for Word Nerds

EPISODE 2 (Boost your vocab to C2)

今回は教科書のアクティビティに挑戦します。
物の名前を言わずに、それがどんな物か説明するという中上級向けのアクティビティです。
二人が何を説明しているか、皆さんも一緒に考えてみてください！！

This time we try an activity from a Japanese textbook.
The activity is for intermediate.
Each of us tries to explain a thing without saying its name. 
Let's guess what we are trying to describe.

使用教材: 『日本語上級話者への道』スリーエーネットワーク

♤ キーワード
・方言（ほうげん：dialect）
・正方形（せいほうけい：square）
・長方形（ちょうほうけい：rectangle）

♧  理解度チェッククイズ
1. けがをしたときに使う、茶色いテープのようなものは？
2. 一時的にメモをしたり何かを覚えておいたりするために使う文房具は？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. アヤさんが最近買ったものは？
→ クリーム色のワンピース
2. アヤさんの満足度が100%じゃない理由は？
→ 引きこもりで着る機会がないから

BGM special thanks：MusMus

アヤさんとフミさんの日本語雑談（Aya and Fumi’s Japanese Chit-Chat）

Episode 04：これは何？

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Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Let’s Talk About LONELINESS

Diálogo en español sobre toma de datos e información de  paciente en recepción de hospital.Hospital Reception.Maintaining records and accounts of patients.Updating patient insurance information.Maintaining records and accounts of patients

Español médico profesional.

Información paciente en recepción. Medical Spanish vocabulary.

This tense indicates frequent, regular, or habitual actions in the present.
Rule
Remove "na" from the root verb and add "ta", "te" or "ti" as per the number and gender of the subject.
Verb - khana
Ram khaTA hai राम खाता है - masculine singular
Sita khaTI hai - सीता खाती है - feminine singular
Hum khaTE hein - हम खाते हैं - masculine plural
Sita and Mina eat - सीता और मीना खाती हैं - feminine plural

Let's Learn हिन्दी 

Present Habitual Tense

「みんなのにほんご」３かのごいです。
Let's practice the vocabulary of Minna no Nihongo Lesson 1.
Write down the vocabulary you hear.

教室	きょうしつ	classroom
食堂	しょくどう	canteen
事務所	じむしょ　	office
会議室	かいぎしつ　	meeting room
受付	うけつけ	　reception
ロビー	ろびー	lobby
部屋	へや	room
トイレ	といれ	toilet
階段	かいだん　	staircase
エレベーター	　えれべーたー　	elevator
エスカレーター	えすかれーたー	escalator
国	くに	county
会社	かいしゃ　	company
家	　いえ	　house, home
電話	でんわ	　telephone
靴	　くつ	　shoes
ネクタイ	　ねくたい	necktie
ワイン	　わいん　	wine
煙草	　たばこ　	tobacco


ごいのれんしゅう

みんなのにほんご_３か_ごい

What makes you happy?  Why are people from Finland so happy?
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 70 - HAPPINESS  

While the focus of job interviews is typically on skills, experience, and cultural fit, understanding the potential for micromanagement can be a strategic advantage. By recognizing the signs of a micromanager during the interview process, candidates can make informed decisions about accepting a position.

A micromanager often exhibits specific behaviors during interviews. They might excessively inquire about minute details of past roles, demonstrating a potential for future over-involvement. Overemphasis on control, rather than outcomes, could be another red flag. Conversely, candidates who have experienced micromanagement can leverage their insights during interviews. They can highlight their ability to work independently, problem-solving skills, and resilience in challenging environments.

Preparing for potential micromanagement involves understanding your own tolerance for control. Reflect on past experiences and identify your preferred work style. During the interview, ask questions that reveal the company's management style. Inquire about team autonomy, decision-making processes, and performance expectations. By proactively addressing this issue, candidates can increase the likelihood of finding a suitable work environment and avoid falling victim to micromanagement.

Ultimately, recognizing the potential for micromanagement is a valuable tool for job seekers. By being prepared and asking the right questions, candidates can make informed decisions about their career paths and increase their chances of finding a fulfilling and productive role.

The Global Professional Podcast

Micromanagement: A Hidden Factor in Job Interview Prep - Episode 108

Immerse yourself in the eerie beauty of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven.
Experience the profound sorrow and psychological depth that have captivated readers for generations. 