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Tutor Rankings for April

I think it's important for teachers to be transparent about some of the behind-the-scenes of their ...

What to Do When a Topic Feels Too Difficult

Here are a few simple strategies that can help:   Break it down – Focus on one small part at a time...

Beyond "Good English" and Why Articulation Matters

Many learners aim for “good English”—correct grammar, a wide vocabulary, maybe even polished writin...

A 30-Minute Day Trip from Nagoya: Explore Handa　名古屋から30分！半田市で楽しむ日帰り旅行

愛知県名古屋市から電車で約30分のところに、半田市という町があります。 半田市は、気軽に行ける日帰り旅行先として人気があります。 この町は、昔から酒や酢づくりで知られています。 実は、あのミツカンが...

?? Learn English with Music – A Fun and Effective Way!

?? Learn English with Music - A Fun and Effective Way! Hello everyone! ?? Did you know that music c...

Job Interview Preparation Tutor

Ace Your English Job Interview: Simple Tips to Boost Your Confidence Preparing for a job interview ...

【中国ビジネス】なぜメールを使わない？中国人が「電話・ボイスメッセージ」を好む本当の理由｜王社長インタビュー #1「Kokoの中国語教室」

中国ビジネスの「当たり前」は、日本とは全く違う！？ なぜ彼らはメールより「電話」や「WeChatの音声メッセージ」を優先するのか？ こんにちは、KOKOの中文教室へようこそ！ ビジネス中国語コーチの...

Historical city: Idstein

  Have you heard of the historic oldtown of Idstein in Germany?Recently I'm becoming more and mor...

「老王一家」——让我们轻松愉快地学习中文吧！

我的教学理念：快乐学中文很多人觉得中文很难——声调、汉字、语法规则……学起来很痛苦。但我的想法不一样：学习不应该是痛苦的。我认为最好的学习方式，是“在不知不觉中学到东西”。就像看剧、听故事、刷视频一...

English Idioms Challenge - Week 12

Hey all! Welcome back to a column dedicated to English idioms!  This time, I'm sharing some idioms...

The Dog Who Changed My Life

Every morning, before I even open my eyes, Mocca comes to wake me up. He has done so every morning....

How to Pass the Eiken Interview with Confidence (Step-by-Step)

Are you feeling nervous about your Eiken interview?Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Many students feel...

What to do when a topic feels too difficult

Have you ever started learning something in English maybe a grammar rule, a listening exercise or e...

Understanding CEFR Levels: What They Mean for Your English Learning

Understanding CEFR Levels: What They Mean for Your English Learning The CEFR (Common European Frame...

JLPT N3 Grammar Listening Practice | Learn with Example Sentences 　JLPT N3文法｜例文で学ぶリスニング練習しませんか？

JLPT N3 Grammar Listening Practice | Learn with Example Sentences (Passive Listening OK) Have you e...

元払い／着払いって何？配達でよく使う言葉｜JP/EN/繫中

日本で荷物を送るとき、「元払い（もとばらい）」と「着払い（ちゃくばらい）」という言葉をよく見かけます。どちらも配達方法ですが、「誰が送料を払うか」がポイントです。「元払い」は「発払い（はつばらい）」...

What if difficult just meant... unfamiliar?

"This is too difficult."   We've all said it. I know I have... But lately, something changed in the...

You Can Do It! The Secret? Read On....

Have you ever felt that a goal (like learning a language) seemed too challenging?  When you think a...

1,111 Days of Drawing!!

This tutor column is to celebrate a personal goal: to draw something, everyday, for as many days as...

Leonardo English - おすすめポッドキャスト RECOMMENDED PODCAST

https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcastsOne podcast that I often recommend to my students is "Leona...

Topic is too difficult? here's what to do

First, take a breath. Difficulty is not a sign that you’re failing—it’s a sign that you’re growing....

Turning Difficult Topics into Learning Opportunities!

As tutors, we often see students freeze when a topic feels too difficult. Their first reaction is u...

Want to Talk About “Big” Topics in English? You Can

Many people see an interesting news story, hear something on a podcast, or read a book in their own...

A Little Story About Traffic Jams — and a 5% OFF Coupon

Hello, this is Emiko.H. Let me share a little story about “traffic jams” in my town. Where I live, ...

Simple morning habits for a better day

  1. Wake up at the same time each morning                                                This bui...

Why understanding is easier than speaking

“I understand a lot… but I can’t really speak.”   I have said that myself numerous time, and I have...

为之抓狂的汉语表达瞬间

中文的博大精深，常常让学中文的老外晕倒，分享几个段子： 逼死老外的中文 1、这几天天天天气不好。 2、校长说：衣服上除了校徽，别别别的。 3、下雨天车轮打滑，还好我反应快，一把把把手握住了。...

名字叫“当たり”的她

    来日本一年多以后（yǐ hòu），我养了一条黑白相间（hēi bái xiāng jiàn）的边牧犬（biān mù quǎn），还给她取名（qǔ míng）叫“当たり”。 这个名字在日本...

3 Fun Tricks to Remember New English Words Forever!

Have you ever learned a new English word... and then completely forgotten it the next day? You're n...

Simple Morning Habits for a Better Day

Hello! Thank you for reading my column. I would like to share something very personal about my dail...