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???? Polish Language Lesson: Beach Edition! ??? Cze?? everyone! As we soak up the sun this beautiful long weekend, imagine you're lounging on the beach with your friends, enjoying the weather and cool... very cool breezes, because it is the Baltic sea. You reach for your cooler and grab a cold beer. ??? But wait, you're not alone! Your friend looks like they could use a refill too. How do you ask in Polish if they'd like another beer? In today’s video, I’ll teach you just that, but with a twist! I won’t give you the translation right away. Instead, you'll hear how to say "Would you like another beer?" in Polish, and I want you to guess what it means. Try to figure out the rest too. This is a great way to test your understanding and improve your language skills! ?? Watch the video and let us know in the comments what you think the phrase is. ?? Comment below with your guesses, thoughts, or even other phrases you’d like to learn! Let's make this a fun learning experience together. Happy learning and have a great May weekend! ?? https://lnkd.in/gTNGpXpw #balticsea #sunset #polish #learnpolish

#Music is an excellent source to study #intertextuality and #rewriting . For example, in my IBDP classes on intertextuality, I first play Sting's Englishman in New York and ask students to identify the music genre and write down the most important elements that help them to identify the protagonist as "English". We also discuss the theme of belonging before we move on. Then, I play King Chango's cover of the same song, Venezuelan in New York, and ask them to compare and contrast the two protagonists regarding references to drinks (tea vs coffee), food (arepa, pabellón), language (British English vs Spanglish), and legal status (legal vs illegal alien) . It's a very good way to help them understand that, like focalization in narrative, the music genre, performer, perspective and lyrics change our perception of "the same" song. Find the two videos with lyrics below: https://lnkd.in/d7FB9Rpq https://lnkd.in/dn2j6DKW

???Piwko dla ciebie!??? Hey everyone! It's another hot today in Poland, and what better way to cool off than with a cold beer? I'm not usually a huge fan of beer, but on days like this, it just hits the spot—especially when you're enjoying it with friends outside. Summer is still with us, and we've got to soak it all in before the chilly days of winter roll around! For those of you trying to make friends here in Poland, here's a little tip: Take that first step! It might seem tough to break the ice, especially when you're living abroad, but trust me, it makes all the difference. Whether it's a casual "Piwko dla ciebie!" or something else, reaching out is key. Making the first move can feel intimidating, but it's the best way to connect and integrate into a new culture. And hey, it doesn't have to be beer! The important thing is to show your willingness to engage and share a moment. So don't wait around for someone else to make the first move—go out there and surprise your Polish friends with your Polish skills and a friendly gesture. You never know, it might just be the start of a beautiful friendship! ???? Na zdrowie! ?? https://lnkd.in/d_aWfCf5

English Translation: Li Jue listened to Jia Xu's words and then arranged a banquet, inviting Zhang Ji and Fan Chou to come and celebrate. The two generals did not know it was a scheme and happily attended the banquet. Pinyin: Lǐ Jué tīngle Jiǎ Xǔ de huà, biàn ānpái le yīgè yànhuì, qǐng Zhāng Jì, Fán Chóu qián lái qìnggōng. èr jiāng bù zhī shì jì, xīnrán fù huì. 4o mini

Do you know what the craic is? Given its St Paddy’s day, and we are hearing Irish from the Hollywood stage, as Cillian Murphy said a ‘a cupla focail’ collecting his Oscar – its only fitting we get some craic out of today. Most people have heard us Irish refer to something as good ‘craic’ But what does it actaully mean - and more importantly how do you use it.. ‘Fun’ as a word feels too sanitised. Even to describe something as ‘so fun’ makes it sound like it was a kids birthday party. What you want to be doing is having ‘the craic’ ‘Craic’ is the Irish work for fun (pronounced Crack) It means more than fun, Edgier, A little less sanitised. There’s a touch of wildness to it. And its correct use is very important. You cannot say having 'a craic'. Or 'That was craic'. You’d need to say Having ‘the craic’. Or that was ‘good craic’. (Just to note there is no such thing as ‘bad craic’ – its either ‘good craic’ or ‘no craic’) A great greeting is ‘Any Craic?’ or ‘What’s the craic’? which is ‘how are you’ but also encourages the person to tell you a good yarn with a laugh in it. If the craic is better than expected it becomes ‘great craic’, ‘deadly craic’ or even ‘brilliant craic’ When reminiscing on the evening before, you can describe it as being ‘a great bit of craic’ or ‘serious craic’ or even ‘some craic’ (which actually means loads of craic!) As an aside, the reason why people can’t pronounce names like Dearbhla and Oísín and Niamh is because, like the word craic, its not written in the English language - for example in Irish mh is a V sound. They are Irish names written in a different language with a different alphabet. If you met a French person called Henry, you would not call him Henry in English you would pronounce it in French as Henry (isn’t it mad that you read those 3 Henrys in the right accent in your head!) Aah, I'm just having some craic with ye (and that ‘some craic’ is different to the previous ‘some craic’, this time referring to only a little bit of fun! Takes work to decipher doesn’t it!) As you may know, and can see, we Irish use language in eclectic ways. The origin story of that is the loss of our own language and yet the undertones of how it is spoken lives beneath how we use the English language. It was our ancestral tongue for thousands of years Language and its etymology and evolution is a wonderful thing. Right, given its Paddy’s weekend I’m off to knock a bit of craic out of it. Keep her lit Linkedin. Slán agus Sláinte #craic #stpatrick #stpatricksday #happystpatricksday #stpaddy

The Spanish side of the Ignyte conference had a great turnout! Tons of agents were learning from the top Spanish speaking producers! ?? Let's go! #ffl #familyfirstlife #fflinspiregroup #lifeinsurance #lifeinsurancebroker #lifeinsuranceagency #bestbusinessever

Wondering what a Barcamp in Ghana is like? Watch this video by Knii Nfonii capturing what Barcamps are about and what Barcamp Tema 2023 was like. #bctema https://lnkd.in/gcCz4Keh

The difference between Italian and English fans (nobody talks about it!) Have you ever noticed the difference between Italian and English fans? Is this one of the reasons for the different results these two teams had in major tournaments? Welcome to our latest video where we dive deep into the fascinating world of football fandom! In this episode, we uncover the stark contrasts between Italian and English football fans that everyone overlooks. ?? Why This Matters: Understanding these cultural differences is key to appreciating the diverse ways in which football is celebrated around the world but also we have a question for you: Has this difference changed the history and results of these two teams? https://lnkd.in/dTthjPSy

Discover the power of Raza Speak—where English and Spanish blend seamlessly. For Sam, with his deep Mexican roots, mastering this unique and nuanced way of speaking was a necessity. Today, it’s his superpower, enabling him to connect, be understood, and build trust, driving the growth of his business. Explore how Raza Speak sets Sam apart and fuels his success. #Razaspeak #SamPaiz #LMS #MerchantServices #Raza?? https://lnkd.in/eySgJWga

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