「楽しい英会話」の会の記録(20220622)

Today's speech is a talk from ラジオ英会話.
Topic verb of senses.
see, listen, hear and taste.
Renge and his mother are talking.
a Renji, stop playing that game.
b Mom, can't you see I'm busy?
a Yes, I can see you're busy playing computer games today all the time. You promised to clear up your room today, remember?
b All right, I'll do it this afternoon.
a This afternoon, you have to go to your cram school lesson. Now stop playing and clean up your room now!
b OK, OK, I got the message!
After just a few more minutes.
a I said now!
key sentence Can't you see I'm busy?
We say “The eyes are the window of the soul.”, but see is deeply connected to the “mind”.
I see.
as you can see,
as I see it,
as far as you can see,
I can't see him a lawyer.
I'll see what I can do.
See to it that the agenda is sent immediately.
Can you see George as a stand -up comedian?
I don't know why I should apologize.
I apologize. I'll see to it that this never happens again.

Company colleagues Will and Rico. Will is asking about Rico’s son Range
a How is your son, the Cheetha these days?
b He is no Cheetha. He is not as fast a runner as he used to be.
a What happened?
b All he does is play video games all the times on the sofa at home.
a He needs to keep training to win races at school.
b I know. I tell him he needs to exercise but he never listens to my advice.
a Maybe, I should talk to him.
b Yeah, I think he would listem to you.
key sentence he never listens to my advice.
Listen is the auditory version of look.
Look is the conscious action.
listen.
listen up.
Shh! I'm listening for my soccer team's result.
Don't listen in on our conversation.
listen to the radio.

Takuma’s colleagues Julia and Tony are talking. It’s like about Takuma’s marriage partner.
a Julia, have you heard about Takuma?
b No, what happened?
a He is engaged!
b Takuma? I didn't even know he was seeing someone.
a He went on a few dates with a girl named Ayaka.
b So, he is engaged to her?
a No, that didn't work out in the end.
b So, who's he getting married to?
a Kelly.
b Kelly? I thought he broke up with her a long time ago.
a Well, they got back together again.
b I guess so! I'm happy for him.
key sentence have you heard about Takuma?
Hear is the auditory version of see.
Did you hear that noise?
Did you hear the news?
I've nevr heard about anyone by that name.
I heard him play the piano.
Did you hear that Ken had a accident?
Sorry, I cant hear you well.
Calorie-free bread? I've never heafd of such a thing.
I heard that Greg and Ryoko are an item.

After saying goodbye to Professor Peacock at the Stonehenge ruins, Roxy and his grandfather are enjoying their usual afternoo
a Grandpa, it was so cool to talk to professor Peacock.
b I know. What a strange coincidence that he was at stonehenge today.
a Well, he is a famous archaeologist. I learned a lot about Stonehenge thanks to him. Yuck!
b What's wrong Roxy? You made a strange face.
a This sandwich tastes funny. What's this black stuff? I thought it was chocolate.
b It's a popular spread.Don't you have something similar in Japan?
a Not that. I know of.
key sentence this sandwich tastes funny.
Taste is the verb expreses the sense, such as smell and feel.
We often use the sentence pattern, SVOC.
I can taste.
Taste it.
Can you see that stone over there?
I can smell.
Smell it.
I can feel.Feel it.
Can you feel any pain?
I can smell sothting burning. My toast!
Can you taste this curry sauce? Is it too spicy?

「楽しい英会話」の会の記録(20220615)

1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3'  unit3 'Human Wonders’.



 

2.Here is a talk from ラジオ英会話. 

Topic is verb; run, look,watch, see.

First story Tyler and ally are talking.

a Look! Tyler. This is the new page for my sister, Carolyn's business in Japan.

b Wow, what does your sister do?

a She runs a ramen shop in Tokyo.

b Really? I love ramen. what kind?

a Vegan ramen.

b You mean she doesn't use any animal products?

a That's right. 

b I'vd heard of it, but it's not exactly my cup of tea.

b You mean your cup of ramen.

a Right! Any way, I would like to go to Japan someday soon.

b Me, too!

key sentence She runs a ramen shop in Tokyo.

The buses run every 20 minutes.

The trains run every 20 minutes.

I'm running late for work.

The movie runs for 2 weeks. 

The play runs for 2 weeks.

The road runs around the campus.

The pass runs around the campus.

The fence runs around the campus

Time is running short.

The well runs dry.

I run the program.

I run a mashine.

I run an engine.

I run a check.

I  frun a test.

My parents used to run a small hotel.

I've run out of cash. So I need to find an ATM.

You need to relax. Let me run a bath  for you.


Second story Doctor and Jeannie are talking.

a Jeannie, how are you getting along with Frankie?

b Fine. I suppose. He's kind and handsome.

a You don't sound so sure. Is there a problem?

b Well, kind of. All the girls in town follow him around.

a Really? Because he's good-looking?

b Yes, and it really bothers me.

a Jeannie, you're jealous!

b Look at me. Look what you've done to me!

a Is it my fault that you're jealous?

b Yes, you made him too attractive, Dr. Stein.

key sentence look at me. Look what you've done to me.

Look here comes the boss.

Look what time it is.

I'm just looking 

You look great in that jacket.

You'd better get the doctor to look at the cut.

Can you look after my plants?

So how  do I look?

I know. I get my mechanic take a look at it?

Could you like to ?my two cats while I 'm in Spain?


Third story  Mr.Emori and Cindy are talking.

a Mr.Emori, how many times have you been to the Toshogu?

b I think about 5 times. I forget. Many Japanese children come here on schol trips.

I did, too.

a What is Toshogu anyway?

b It's a sacred area built in memory of the Shogun of Tokugawa Ieyasu.

a It's s world heritage site too, isn't it?

b Yes, I think so. Cindy, please watch your step.

These stones can be slippery after the rain.

a Thanks for warming me. I almost slipped.

b Here, take my hand.

key sentence please watch your step.

watch your mouth. watch your head. watch your weight.

please watch my bag while I go for a swim.

Watch TV. watch a game. watch me do a slam drunk.

watch and learn, OK?

What kind shall we watch?

.My doctor says I should watch my weight.

Watch your head! Oops! too late!


Professor and Roxy are talking.

a Professor Peacock, you must know a lot about Stonehenji.

b I'm no expert, but I know some things.

a What is Stonehenji exactly?

b That's a good question, Roxy. Nobody really knows. But it may have been an observatory.

a How was it used?

b Can you see that stone over there?

a Yes, what is it?

b It's called the Hill Stone.people used that to mark the first sunrise of summer.

a Wow, they knew about that?

b Apparently. they did.

key sengence can you see that stone over there.

Glad to see you.

Are you seeing anyone?

My granddad has seen a lot of chages in  his lifetime.

I saw Mary shoplifting.

Let me see you home.

It's so nice to see you again.

She has seen both sorrow and joy in her life.

You should ask Noriko out, she isn't seeing.

「楽しい英会話」の会の記録(20220608)

Today's speech is a talk from ラジオ英会話.
Topic is verb get.
Indian restaurant chef Deepak and his friend Barbara are talking.
a Deepak, the food here is amuzing. Simply wonderful!
b Thank you. Barbara. Are'nt you glad we met?
a Yes, you gave me your card at that bar.
b Right, and then you called to order takeout from here.
a But then I got the idea to actually eat here.
b Well, I'm so happy you came. Now I'll get you a chai. It's free.
a Chai? That's spiced milk tea, right?
b Yes, our chai is the tastiest you'll ever have.
Key sentence I got the idea to actually eat here.
“Get” always contains some feeling of a process it’s involved. Therefore the image is of motion before something arrives into your hands.
I get a letter.
I get a birthday card.
I get a chance.
I get an A in English.
I get a lesson.
I get the money.
I get a ticket.
I get the flu. cold headache
I get a checkup.
I get a haircut.
I get the feeling that
I get the impression that
I don't get it.
I'll get you a chai.
I got an award for my painting.
I've got a toothache. I need to go to the dentist.
It's starting raining. I'll get you an umbrella.


Doug and Shiho are preparing for their marrage.
a Doug, I don't want have a hotel wedding. Let's save our money for our future.
b All right. But we should at least have our honneymoon abroad.
a OK, But, where? Italy or France?
b Yes, those would be nice. but how about a more exotic place?
a Exotic?
b Right. How about Egypt?
a Egypt? I'll finally get to see the Pyramids! Doug, you're making my dreams come true!
b You've already made my dream come true, Shiho.
a Aww,,, give me a kiss.
key sentence I'll finally get to see the Pyramids.
The basic image of “get” is motion, some kind of process involved, right? Well, today, we’re gonna focus on “get to.” So, from a starting point, we move and little by little, keep moving until we reach the final destination.
I get to know you better.
I get to hear about my accident.
I get to London.
I get to the station.
I get to work.
Don't let it get to you.
Quick! Get a cloth!
I'll get to the restaurant about 7:30.
When did you get about my promotion?
This bad weather is getting to me.

The Commander, Mergan and fright engineer, Akira are talking.
a At last, we have successfully landed on Mars.
Akira, that was a perfect landing.
b Thank you, Commander. I impressed myself.
a We are finally on the Red Planet.
b I can't believe it! It seems to be a dream.
a It's no dream. We did it. OK, I'm ready to step outsife. Let's get going.
b You ate stepping on the surface first?
a Yes, it'll be one giant reap for womankind.
b Excellent, Commander.
key sentence let's get going.
I get angry.
I get wet.
It gets warmer.
I get drunk.
I get married.
I get excited.
I get disappointed.
He was arrested for drunk driving.
It's getting colder and colder..
Why did you get so angry?
Are you getting married? Congratulations!
The situation is getting more and more complicated.

Dr. Frank.N.Stein and android Jeannie are talking about Frankie.
a Jeannie, how are you getting along with your new android boyfriend?
b Frankie? He's so sweet and kind.
a You really named him Frankie?
b Yes, he likes his name. He's handsome, too. Just my type.
a I'm glad to here that, Jeannie. Please teach him everything you learned from me.
b I'll do, Dr. Frank N Stein.
a Oh, by the way , who moved the refrigerator here?
b I got Frankie to do it. He's quite strong.
a Apparently so!
key sentence I got Frankie to do it.
I get him help me.
I get her to babysit.
I get her to translate it into English.
I get the suitcase into the car.
I get the bicycle into the garage.?
I get dinner ready.
I get my homework done.
I get the job done.
I'll get Emi to help me with the Japanese translation.
I have to get this report done by tomorrow.
Have you got the drinks ready for the party?


The captain,in Apolo 11th, Armstrong, says
「That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind」on 21th, July.

I went and saw 'The World Exihision in Osaka' in 1970.

「楽しい英会話」の会の記録(20220601)

1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3'  unit2 'Travel blogs’

Reading Jakes Journey and Chloe’s travel

Tips

You know what's she usually like with a camera.

  1. Here is a talk about ラジオ英会話,

Topic is verb, like  go come be give.

First story Filecia and Mr.Morikawa are talking about Yuriko’s farewell party.

a Mr. Morikawa, we are going to have a farewell party for Yuriko, aren't we?

b Yes, of course. Next Friday is her last day, so that evening works best.

a We should have the party at a nice place.

b Do you have somewhere in mind?

a How about the sushi restaurant at the Hotel Newonishi?

b Good choice.

a Oh, no! I just remembered, I 'm returning from a business trip around 5 on that day.

b No problem. I'll come and pick you up at the station, and we go directly to the hotel.

key sentence I'll come and pick you up at the station.

Dinner is ready.OK, I'm coming.

What timd are you coming to the restaurant?

I can coe about 6, is that OK?

I've rocked myself oug of the house.

OK, I'll come right way.

Hey, hurry up. You'll be late for school.

OK, I'm going!

Have your parents seen your new apartment?

No, but they are coming on Saturday.

 

Second story Hiroki and Haruka broke up.

a Hiroki, I know you've been cheating on me. It's time we said goodbye forever.

b Wait, Haruka. Don't rush things.I 'll change. I'll behave better from now on.

a Don't try to fix it, Hiroki. Our love's gone sour.

b But what are you going to doi?

a I'll start a new life. Don't worry about me.

b And what am I going to do alone?

a You just bought a new condominium, right?

Everything will come good for both of us.

key sentence Our love's gone sour.

gowrong.

go bad.

go mad.

go berserk.

go gry.

go bald.go rotten.

Everything will come good.

May your deams come true.

Come on!

I don't worry about my hair loss. Lot's of people go bald.

Don't worry. I'm sure everything will come right in the end.

Peach trees have come into blossom. Let's take some photos.

 

Third story Yuriko and Mr.Morikawa are talking after the party. 

a Hey, Yuriko. Everything OK? You're crying.

b Oh, Mr. Morikawa. Thank you so much for the party tonight. I can't stop my tears.

a That's completely understandable. After so many years with us, it must be very tough to say good-bye.

b Yes, it's a very emotional moment. I've loved working for this company and I'm going to miss the job and especially my co-workers.

a And you'll be sorely missed, that's for sure.

Now, no more tears. Just relax and enjoy yourself.

b You're very kind.

key sentence is Everything OK?

Is everyghing OK?

We' re happy.

He was sad.

Chris is in garage.

I'll be there by ten.

The party will be on Saturday.

He is my favorite singer.

My students areat  in the library.

I've been to Machu Picchu.

 

Last story Roxy and her grandfather are talking at Stoneheige.

a Grandpa, thank you for bringing me here.

b You're welcome, Roxy. It was a bit of a drive, but we made it.

a Look at all the people. I didn't expected it to be so crowded.

b Well, it's a famous archaeological site.

a I know, This place gives me a strange feeling.

b Really? I don't feel anything.

a Grandpa, look at that man. That's professor Peacock.

b Peacock? The archaeologist? what's he doing here?

a Maybe, he's giving a guided tour.

key sentence this place gives me a strange feeling.

give me coffee.

give me a chance.

He's giving a presentation.

give me a shock.

give me satisfaction.

give me a cold.

give me a headache.

give a sigh.

give a smile.

give me a hug.

give me a kiss.

give me a ride.

Grading papers always gives me a headache.

I have to give a speech at Harumi's wedding.

She gave me a big hug before she left.

Online English Conversation(20220526)

Type of the house
continued

4 castle
disadvantage1 it costs high if it maintains many rooms well.
disadvantage2 It takes lots of time to build it.
Roma can't be built in a day.

5 container house
disadvantage1
It's difficult to obtain a building permit.
disadvantage2
In 2 or 3 years, it becomes rust. Rust meams
reddish substans that forms on metal when it comes in contact with moisture, air or water.

Online English Conversation(20220525)

Type of the house.
1 Apartment
2 Bungalow
Extra features Bungalow(it doesn't matter)
it has many facilities.
Extra features Bungalow it doesn't matter it has many facilities.

3 Log Cabin
disadvantage is pest insect controll (termite) .
advantage is environmentally friendly which absorbs coldness during winter.

「楽しい英会話」の会の記録(20220525)

Today's speech is a talk from ラジオ英会話.
Topic is verb; take go come.
First story Roxy and grandpa are talking about Stonehenge, the huge historical stones monuments in England.
a Well, I've seen most of Oxford. It's a lovely city, but I would like to see other places.
b Where do you want to go, Roxy?
a I 've always wanted to visit Stonehenge.
b Stonehenge? My goodness, I haven't been there in decades.
a Is it far from here?
b It's about as far as London.
a Can you take me to Stonehenge, Grandpa?
b Sure. How about next Saturday?
a That would be wonderful!
key sentence can you take me to Stonehenge?
Take youf umbrella. OK?
○Don't forget to take your driver's license with you.
i'll take you to home in my car.
My job took me all over Japan.

Second story Wayne and Ms. Stravinsky are talking about her playing the piano.
a Wayne, you have a very nice piano.
b Well, it's not a baby grand like yours, but thank you.
a And I'd like to thank you for the wonderful dinner tonight. Your wife is an excellent cook.
b Actually, I made the main dish. Oh, Ms. Stravinsky, I think Amy wants to hear another piece by Debussy.
a I 'd love to, but I really have to go. It's getting late.
b Right. It's already 8:30. I'll drive you to the station.
a Thanks, Wayne.
key sentence I really have to go.
She has gone to the supermarket.
○It's OK. The pain will go soon.
○We all have to go sometime.
The portrait goes on the wall, and the desk by the window.

Third story Rock group members, Bill and Dris are talking about filming.
a OK, Bill, the camera is on now. Just be yourself and relax.
b What should I say?
a Tell me about your new song.
b Oh, yea, right. Here, I'll play a few chords.
It goes like this.
a It's very cool.
b Thanks. I like it. It's a combination of classical and rock.
a It`s kind of a different style for your band. Do you have a title for it?
b This one's called 'How's it going?'
a Nice.
key sentence it goes like this.
Then he goes, I'll be back.
He went like this with his thum.
Anything goes.
How's it going?
How does that song go?
○This is not a formal party, so anything goes as far as clothing is concerned.
That guy comes up to me and goes ' I hate you!'

Last story a couple, Casper and Alexis, are talking about his figures.
a Alexis, I've decided to buy all my figures.
b All of them? Really? I thought you loved collecting character figures.
a I think I've outgrown this hobby.
b Well, that makes me happy. What should we buy with the money you get?
a Hmm.. nothing comes to mind.
b How aboug we buy a persian rug for the bedroom?
a Great idea! I'll check the net.
key sentence nothing comes to mind.
The time comes for me to make a decision.
Good luck has come.
Bad luck has come.
Harm has come.
Rainy season has come.
It comes as a surprise.
It comes cheap.
It comes in three size.
○It comes to a coclusion.
○It comes to understand.
○It comes to know.
○It comes to an end.
○It comes to $10.
Your speech comes after lunch.
Family comes before work.
Shibuya comes before Ebisu. It's just one stop.
I hope luck comes your way.
A good-quality down jacket doesn't come cheap.

Now I hear there is huge stone in Australia.
What is its origin?
It seems to be created by nature (not artificial) and called 'Ayers Rock'.

Another person said next 'saying'.
Harmonious timing 阿吽の呼吸
Think out of the box fixed way of things 既成概念にとらわれず
あA tip of Iceberg 氷山の一角