Essere un libro aperto per qualcuno: non avere segreti per qualcuno.
Esempio: Sono un
libro aperto per mia madre = mia madre sa
e capisce tutto di me, non ho segreti per lei.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
How to speak English fluently
Many have said
that the English language is one of the hardest to learn. However, with the
right training, learning English as a second language can be a fun and positive
experience. In this article you will better understand how to tackle the
English language and how to speak English fluently.
One mistake that people often make is putting in effort to study grammar rather than conversational English. In order to become a good English speaker, remember to focus on actually conversing rather than just memorizing grammatical rules. To speak good English you need to focus on conversing!
Also remember to LISTEN! Sometimes, you can begin to understand other people before actually being able to speak fluently yourself. This is a step in the right direction. Being able to understand others will help in forming conversation yourself. Be sure to completely immerse yourself in the language. If you continue to limit yourself to social circles that do not speak English, it will make fluency that much more difficult. By submerging yourself in the language you will be forced to learn and use the English language.
Another tip is to not translate each and every word or phrase that you hear. Often you will misunderstand the topic of conversation by taking the most literal translation of each phrase. As in every language, English speakers often revert to slang and cliches. Don't be afraid to ask what these mean, by understanding these phrases you will be that much closer to fluency and on your way to being able to speak correct English.
Most importantly, remember that all the listening and reading in the world will not make you a better speaker. Many people are intimidated at first when they try to jump into conversation, but it is the only way to improve your fluency and speak fluent English. Don't be afraid! People will be more impressed at your ability to speak a second language than your accent or mispronunciation of words.
Use any resources you can to better your English language skills. Doing research online and in your local library will help to strengthen your fluency, but nothing is better than getting out into the world and putting all you have learned to good use!
One mistake that people often make is putting in effort to study grammar rather than conversational English. In order to become a good English speaker, remember to focus on actually conversing rather than just memorizing grammatical rules. To speak good English you need to focus on conversing!
Also remember to LISTEN! Sometimes, you can begin to understand other people before actually being able to speak fluently yourself. This is a step in the right direction. Being able to understand others will help in forming conversation yourself. Be sure to completely immerse yourself in the language. If you continue to limit yourself to social circles that do not speak English, it will make fluency that much more difficult. By submerging yourself in the language you will be forced to learn and use the English language.
Another tip is to not translate each and every word or phrase that you hear. Often you will misunderstand the topic of conversation by taking the most literal translation of each phrase. As in every language, English speakers often revert to slang and cliches. Don't be afraid to ask what these mean, by understanding these phrases you will be that much closer to fluency and on your way to being able to speak correct English.
Most importantly, remember that all the listening and reading in the world will not make you a better speaker. Many people are intimidated at first when they try to jump into conversation, but it is the only way to improve your fluency and speak fluent English. Don't be afraid! People will be more impressed at your ability to speak a second language than your accent or mispronunciation of words.
Use any resources you can to better your English language skills. Doing research online and in your local library will help to strengthen your fluency, but nothing is better than getting out into the world and putting all you have learned to good use!
Monday, January 13, 2014
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
American and British vocabulary differences (Episode 20)
An American airplane is a British aeroplane.
Monday, December 23, 2013
Auguri da poliglotta
Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Frohe Weihnachten und ein glückliches neues Jahr!
Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo!
Buon Natale e felice anno nuovo!
Monday, December 16, 2013
American and British vocabulary differences (Episode 19)
Closet vs
wardrobe
The
American English term closet
corresponds to what British people call wardrobe.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Die Vorweihnachtszeit in Deutschland
Weihnachten ist für die Deutschen das wichtigste Fest des Jahres, an dem die
ganze Familie zusammenkommt. Die Vorweihnachtszeit entspricht den vier Wochen vor dem heiligen Abend und
beginnt mit dem ersten Advent, dem ersten Sonntag im Dezember. Die Wohnung wird
weihnachtlich mit Tannenzweigen, Weihnachtsschmuck und Kerzen dekoriert. Auf
dem Tisch wird der Adventskranz, ein Kranz aus Tannenzweigen mit vier Kerzen,
aufgestellt.
Klassisch: Der Adventskranz
An jedem Sonntag im Advent wird eine Kerze angezündet. Die Kinder bekommen einen Adventskalender, an dem sich 24 Türen oder kleine Säckchen befinden. jeden Tag bis Weihnachten dürfen die Kinder ein Türchen oder Säckchen öffnen. In der Adventszeit schreiben die Kinder außerdem ihren Wunschzettel für Weihnachten.
An den Adventssonntagen findet man sich häufig zusammen, um warme Getränke (z.B. Punsch, Tee, Kakao) zu trinken, Kekse, Lebkuchen und Stollen zu essen und um den Kindern Weihnachtsgeschichten vorzulesen. Diesen Brauch gibt es etwas seit Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts.
Klassisch: Der Adventskranz
An jedem Sonntag im Advent wird eine Kerze angezündet. Die Kinder bekommen einen Adventskalender, an dem sich 24 Türen oder kleine Säckchen befinden. jeden Tag bis Weihnachten dürfen die Kinder ein Türchen oder Säckchen öffnen. In der Adventszeit schreiben die Kinder außerdem ihren Wunschzettel für Weihnachten.
An den Adventssonntagen findet man sich häufig zusammen, um warme Getränke (z.B. Punsch, Tee, Kakao) zu trinken, Kekse, Lebkuchen und Stollen zu essen und um den Kindern Weihnachtsgeschichten vorzulesen. Diesen Brauch gibt es etwas seit Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts.
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