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「因為...才」的意思與用法

「因為⋯才⋯」這個句型是用來強調某個特定的原因或條件，導致後面的結果或決定。 語氣上帶有「不是其他原因，而正是這個原因才會這樣做」的意思。結構：因為 + 完整子句A（原因），才 + 完整子句B（行動...

No longer a conspiracy theory: Florida has enacted legislation aimed at criminalising geoengineering

Florida has recently enacted legislation aimed at criminalising geoengineering practices within the...

The cost of being a sports fan in Canada

Photo: The Hockey Hall of Fame in TorontoBeing a sports fan doesn’t have to be expensive, but if yo...

よくあるミス！飾る and "Decorate"

Decoration is really fun! Many Americans put up spooky decorations for Hallowe'en or festive and wi...

Expressions - Hang on

Still saying “wait”? Try this natural phrase: “Hang on” — it means to wait a moment, usually casual...

Study Smart, Not Just Hard

As the school year winds down and summer vacation approaches, many students are tempted to take a c...

ピンイン付　随笔「品牌大米与混合大米－－ブランド米とブレンド米」

在今天的课堂上跟学生聊到「大米」这个话题，学生问「ブレンド米」怎么翻译？我脱口而出说「品牌大米」。可是课后我发现，学生问的是「ブレンド米」而非「ブランド米」。 所以我把「ブレンド」听成了「ブランド」...

Wild animals in Britain - predators

The animal in the main photo here is a badger from Scotland. These animals are very easy to recogni...

Expressions - Cut it out

Always saying “Stop it”? Try this natural phrase: “Cut it out” — it means to stop doing something a...

“Why Children Should Learn the English Language? ’’

In today's interconnected world, English has become a vital language for communication, education, ...

Job Interview: "Do You Have Any Question for Us?"

(Image from Canva)Interviewers normally signal the close of the session with this, "Do you have any...

Under the Ocean! Lets swim and meet some sea friends

English Lesson: Under the Ocean Lets dive into learning new sea animal friends ? Under the...

Expressions - In a good mood

Always saying “I’m happy”? Try this natural phrase: “I’m in a good mood” — it means you're feeling ...

Developing Independent Study Skills Before Summer Vacation: Tips for Building Study Habits

As summer vacation approaches, students often look forward to a break from the academic routine. Ho...

Expressions - Take it easy

Instead of saying “relax”? Try this natural phrase: “Take it easy” — it means to rest or not stress...

The Eadwine Psalter: The Oldest Palm Reading Guide in Latin

image credit: Eadwine the Scribe, reported as self-portrait, Canterbury (c. 1150s) Palm Reading Hid...

LGBTQ+ related laws around the world 世界のLGBTQ+関連法

In many countries June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate and support LGBTQ+ issues. 多くの国では、6月はプライ...

How Good Is Your English Speaking?

Do you ever wonder how good your English speaking is? Maybe you're learning a lot of grammar and vo...

How to Build Study Habits Before Summer Break

As summer vacation approaches, many students are excited about taking a break from their regular st...

A Different Approach For Every Student!

Every individual human being is different! Much like our fingerprints, we are unique. So learning, ...

Turbocharge Your English with Summer Study Hacks!

Hello, amazing ESL learners! Summer is just around the corner, and while you’re dreaming of beach d...

Expressions - I could eat a horse

Instead of saying “I’m really hungry”? Try this fun phrase: “I could eat a horse” — it means you’re...

Short Story - Amazonian Advanture

This video is about my short adventure to Angle Falls I took a couple of years back. It was an exci...

Taking Summer Off? Independent Language Study Tips for English Learners

I'm a Japanese language student myself and, most of the 10 years I spent actively studying, I studi...

Fun Study Habits Before Summer (夏までに楽しく学ぶコツ！)

A few weeks ago, one of my regular students asked me, "Teacher Cindy, How can I keep studying over ...

New teaching times alert!

Hi potential students! I have changed my teaching hours to more suitable times, my classes are stud...

Tone Tips - No

Different Ways to Say “No”! Today’s quick tip is about a simple but important word: “No.” There are...

Meet Your Dedicated English Tutor – Helping You Speak With Confidence!

Hi there! My name is Teacher Dee, and I’m thrilled to be part of the Cafetalk community as your Eng...

Study tips for the summer!

During the summer holidays when people have more free time, I think it's easier to study! You don't...

Wild animals in Britain

In the photo you can see wild red deer, in the Highlands of Scotland. These large red-brown animals...