Episodes

  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E102 (Audio)

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E102 (Audio)
    Jan 14 2025
    The common English phrases for giving an example are “For example” and “For instance.” But if you want a shorter version, what should you use? The most common abbreviation is “e.g.” Interestingly, the “g” in “e.g.” comes from its Latin origin, exempli gratia, rather than being the initial of an English word. In contrast, Japanese speakers often use “ex.” as an abbreviation for “example,” which makes sense since “ex.” directly comes from “example.” However, this usage isn’t very common in the U.S.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E102

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E102
    Jan 14 2025
    The common English phrases for giving an example are “For example” and “For instance.” But if you want a shorter version, what should you use? The most common abbreviation is “e.g.” Interestingly, the “g” in “e.g.” comes from its Latin origin, exempli gratia, rather than being the initial of an English word. In contrast, Japanese speakers often use “ex.” as an abbreviation for “example,” which makes sense since “ex.” directly comes from “example.” However, this usage isn’t very common in the U.S.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E101 (Audio)

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E101 (Audio)
    Jan 4 2025
    In English, there is an interesting expression: "comparing apples to apples." It means that when making a comparison, the two things should be similar and relevant, rather than unrelated. The opposite is called "comparing apples to oranges." For example, when shopping at a mall, you should compare one pair of shoes with another in terms of size and style. You shouldn’t compare a pair of shoes with a hat to determine which is more expensive or which looks better. The former is an "apples-to-apples" comparison, while the latter is an "apples-to-oranges" comparison.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E101

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E101
    Jan 4 2025
    In English, there is an interesting expression: "comparing apples to apples." It means that when making a comparison, the two things should be similar and relevant, rather than unrelated. The opposite is called "comparing apples to oranges." For example, when shopping at a mall, you should compare one pair of shoes with another in terms of size and style. You shouldn’t compare a pair of shoes with a hat to determine which is more expensive or which looks better. The former is an "apples-to-apples" comparison, while the latter is an "apples-to-oranges" comparison.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E100 (Audio)

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E100 (Audio)
    Dec 26 2024
    In American restaurants, after finishing your meal, how should you call the waiter to bring the bill? There are several ways to say it, but this video introduces the simplest one: "Check, please." Actually, when you think about it, "Bill, please" seems more fitting, and I’ve heard that in other English-speaking countries like the UK and Australia, they do say "Bill, please." However, in the U.S., saying "Check, please" is a more common expression. This video also covers how to say "Waiter, the bill, please!" in Japanese and Korean.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E100

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E100
    Dec 26 2024
    In American restaurants, after finishing your meal, how should you call the waiter to bring the bill? There are several ways to say it, but this video introduces the simplest one: "Check, please." Actually, when you think about it, "Bill, please" seems more fitting, and I’ve heard that in other English-speaking countries like the UK and Australia, they do say "Bill, please." However, in the U.S., saying "Check, please" is a more common expression. This video also covers how to say "Waiter, the bill, please!" in Japanese and Korean.
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    1 min
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E099 (Audio)

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E099 (Audio)
    Dec 15 2024
    I’m really sorry I couldn’t stick to my habit of weekly updates. Right now, I’m in the last year of high school, which is also college application season. I have to work on a lot of application materials, essays, and prepare for my finals. It’s honestly overwhelming. Once this busy period is over, I’ll try my best to get back to posting weekly videos. The phrase “I’ll pay the bill” or “It’s my treat” is very common, but how do you say this in English? A sentence like “I will buy today’s meal” works, but it doesn’t sound very natural. To take your English to the next level, you can use the more natural phrase “It’s on me.” This video also introduces the equivalent expressions in Japanese and Korean.
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    2 mins
  • Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E099

    Learn Multi-Language with Yuika S1E099
    Dec 15 2024
    I’m really sorry I couldn’t stick to my habit of weekly updates. Right now, I’m in the last year of high school, which is also college application season. I have to work on a lot of application materials, essays, and prepare for my finals. It’s honestly overwhelming. Once this busy period is over, I’ll try my best to get back to posting weekly videos. The phrase “I’ll pay the bill” or “It’s my treat” is very common, but how do you say this in English? A sentence like “I will buy today’s meal” works, but it doesn’t sound very natural. To take your English to the next level, you can use the more natural phrase “It’s on me.” This video also introduces the equivalent expressions in Japanese and Korean.
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    2 mins