ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（52）6月20日(火)
I did not say that. I would never…. Huh! Okay, guess. Let’s get moving.
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I’ll leave it up to you.
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Takuma, I need to talk to you about something important.
You sound so serious, Carry. I'm listening. * you = so serious
I know we just moved into this new apartment. And we had a house warming party.
Yes. Everybody had a great time.
But now my uncle Barry's offering me a job again.
Do you really want to move to LA?
I'm not sure. I have to talk to him some more.
I'll leave it up to you.
----Grammar and Vocabulary
I’m listening.
My uncle Barry is offering me a job again.
-----Typical Expressions
I’ll leave it up to you.
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PRACTICE
We have three options. practice, practiceor or practice. Roza, take your pick!
Ah, you know what. It’s totally up to you, David.
Okay, well, I say, “Let’s practice.” -Good choice! -Okay, here we go!
Our working hours are flexible. It’s totally up to you.
The “totally” here helps to feel relaxed. It creates a lighter feeling in the sentence than “It’s up to you.” -I totally agree. -Let’s try with one more.
Stay as long as you like. It’s totally up to you.
Okay. Let’s continue.
Take your pick.
Take any room you please. * as you please?
Good work so far. Here’s another.
The choice is yours.
The choice is all yours.
And let’s go through the last few.
It’s your call.
It’s your decision.
Do what’s best for you.
Excellent work, guys. Wow! Such a great job!
And remember you can always practice as long as you like.
It’s totally up to you.
as you please
- However you wish, whatever you choose
as (one) please
- In whatever way one wishes or which suits one best.
- To the utmost degree; as much as is conceivable.<= pretty as you please,
-----Typical Expressions in Action
You can come over any time. It's totally up to you.
When do you want to get together? I’ll leave it up to you.
We have many dessert options. Take your pick.
* many dessert options
*dessert [dɪˈzɜrt]
<> desert [ˈdɛzɜrt]
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Hey, David. Where do you want to go for our company trip. Choose the destination. I’ll leave it up to you.
Oh! Well, in that case, there’s a tiny island in Micronesia, called Chuuk. I’ve always wanted to visit.
How about you, Roza?
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（51）6月19日(月)
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Hey, everyone. Well, I’m very happy to see you guys join us today too.
It’s time for lift off. So let’s get going!
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I'm willing to trade places with you.
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Mars base to Huston, this is Akira. Can you hear me?
Copy Mars base. Good to see you Akira.
I'm very happy to see you, too. Commander. How are things on earth?
Interesting. We suddenly lost track of Zaytox.
Is he OK?
He's safe, but he's keeping his location secret. How is the Marth base?
Quiet. I would love to return earth soon.
I'm willing to trade places with you, Akira.
Please do.
----Grammar and Vocabulary
Can you hear me? < hear 音が向こうから耳に入ってくる
I’m very happy to see you too. < happy + to ...
----- Typical Expressions
I’m willing to trade places with you.
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PRACTICE
Okay, everyone. It’s time for PRACTICE. Are you ready to do it?
-I’m happy to get started.
Nice. Then let’s jump right in. Our first sentences use “willing.” “Willing” vs “happy.” “Happy” means that I’m excited to do it. But “willing” is that basic level. It’s okay. I’m not super excited about it. Let’s try some.
be willing to ...
I’m willing to lead the project. I have experience.
be not willing to...
I’m not willing to do overtime. I have children at home.
Okay. Now let’s continue to a couple of examples of “I’m happy to.”
be happy to... ＜さらに率先的 << be willing to
I’m happy to take you to the airport.
Okay. One more.
I’m happy to go to the store for you.
Now, let’s practice “prepared” and “ready.” Here we go.
I’m prepared to drive if needed.
I’m ready to help out. Just ask.
Wonderful. And now let’s go to “Allow me to.”
Allow me to... < 堅く、フォーマル ＜＜ Let me...
Allow me to share my advice on this topic.
Allow me to demonstrate how to do it.
Great work, guys. -Very nice!
-----Typical Expressions in Action
I’m willing to go with you. You shouldn’t walk alone at night.
I’m happy to tutor you. I’m pretty good at math.
I’m prepared to work longer hours. It’s the peak season.
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Hey, guys. Are you interested in outer place?
Oh, yeah. Other planets, black holes, comets. They’re out of this world.
You know, I can talk on and on about outer place. It’s almost as if I’m a black hole for all that information.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（50）6月16日(金)
It's time for the review... I can't wait to review today's lessons. Let's go!
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What did Thomas not do during his stay in Japan?
Enjoy bike rides.
Go to Asakusa.
Make Kaminari okoshi.
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will be leaving
are going to miss you
souvenir
one last time
puffed rice cracker
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What made Caspar’s video channel better?
He had an “office meeting” with the woman.
Alexis gave him some advice.
He took a video-making class.
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invite me to..
call it ...
as oppose to ..
quiche
thanks to that class,
your channel with your cat
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What will Masaru do next Sunday?
Go to the UK.
Go to a barbecue.
Cook paella.
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I got you a ....
cappuccino
they don't have them in the UK
That reminds me...
is having a barbecue
I love barbecues
is surving his speciality,
paella
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Why did the woman open the window?
Because Mr. Smith looked uncomfortable.
Because a student asked her to.
Because the room was too hot.
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be familiar with
composer
you are making a strange face.
Isn't the air in here a little stuffy? -Shall I open the window?
Let me know if it's too cold.
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Say it in English
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Could you help me? I don't know the right platform.
-Let me see your ticket. You want to go to Nagoya by Shinkansen, right? First you need to go to Tokyo station using the Yamanote-line. This station is a bit complicated, so let me take you to the platform.
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Thank you for this wonderful party.
-My pleasure. By the way, would you like some soba? I took up making soba after retirement. You'll be the first guest tries it. Interested?
* take up ... を始める
=> Lesson 32?
I didn't remember at all..
What made you decide to quit your job and take up making soba?
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Hey, guys. Speaking of soba, my favorite type is yamakake? What about you, David?
Oh! Is that the one with yamaimo? Ah! My favorite, too. How about you, sensei?
My favorite?
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（49）6月15日(木)
Moyashi is bean sprout(s) in English. Remember that, all right?
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Shall I open the window?
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Mr. Smith. Are you familiar with the miano music called ragtime?
Yes, of course. Scott Joplin is one of my favorite composers.
Right. He was the kind of Ragtime. Uh,. Mr. Smith, Are you OK?
You're making a strange face. *make a strange face
Isn't the air in hear a little stuffy? *stuffy 息が詰まる, むっとする
Shall I open the window?
Oh that's better.
Let me know if it gets too cold.
Thank you. You know, my students say I'm stuffy. Am I? *stuffy 古くさい
No, not at all.
-----Grammar and Vocabulary
Isn’t the air in here a little stuffy?
Let me know if it gets too cold.
-----Typical Expressions
Shall I open the window?
-----PRACTICE
Roza, are you ready to start?
Let me just get my pen ready. ＝＞ get + my pen + ready
Okay. Why don’t I start? Here we go, guys.
Why don’t I buy you a drink?
Why don’t I drive you home?
Why don’t I pick you up at the airport?
Let’s continue.
Can I help you? => Shall I help you? (すでに助けかかってる感じ）
Let’s try this one more time. And I really want you to be careful with the pronunciation of “can.” Not “.a.. ” but “[kæn].” Okay? -Good point!
So, let’s try again. Can I help you.
Great. And one more variation.
May I help you?
Okay. Our next phrases use “Let me.” You can shorten that to “letme.” Let’s try a couple together. Here we go.
Let me carry that for you.
Let me get the door.
Let me take that.
Let me wash the dishes.
Okay. Let’s try one last example.
What can I do for you?
Let’s try that together. What can I do for you?
Excellent! Great work, everyone.
-----Typical Expressions in Action
Why don’t I drive? I know the roads here well.
What can I do for you? Tim said you needed help.
Let me pay for lunch. You paid last time.
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Hey, Roza. Shall we dance? -Ah… No! -Ah.
Okay, Roza. Shall we go?
Yeah! Let’s go!
Loneliness…
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（48） 6月14日(水)
We’ve got a lot on the menu for today. So, let’s jump right in.
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Would you like to join us?
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OK. Roxy. I got you a big west cappuccino.
Thank you, Masaru. I love this caffe. They don't have them in UK.
Really? I thought they came from there. Oh Well..
Oh, that reminds me. My family is having a barbecue next Sunday. Would you like to join us?
Sure. I love barbecues. * barbesue+s 一般的
Dad is also surving his speciality, seafood Paella.
Oh right. You told me your dad is a good cook.
Well... his Paella is good.
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My family is having a barbecue next Sunday.
* is having(進行形）+ next Sunday(未来）＝＞予定
Dad is also serving his specialty, seafood paella.
-----Typical Expressions
Would you like to join us?
----- PRACTICE
Okay, Roza. What’s on the menu for typical expressions?
Well, today’s special is practice.
All right! Okay, everyone. Here we go!
I’d like to invite you to dinner.
I’d like to invite you to my birthday party.
How about going to karaoke after this?
Let’s continue.
I’m planning a potluck dinner. Why don’t you come over?
Let’s try that one more time.
Now let’s try some different styles of invitation. Here we go.
We’re playing rugby next week.
Do you want to join us?
Want to join us?
Wanna join us?
You want in?
Nice! Okay, let’s try some more variations.
We’re going clubbing after this. How does it sound?
What do you say?
You up?
Are you up to go?
You up to go?
Are you up for it?
You up for it?
Excellent work, guys. All right. Today’s practice really hit the spot.
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We’re going for drinks after work. Would you like to join us?
I have an extra ticket to the concert. How does that sound?
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Hey, guys. Do you cook?
I do a little.
What’s your specialty?
Ah…Toast…at this point.
Toast? Ah…my specialty is moyashi itame. Okay, let’s have a potluck party after this, right?
Oh, I’d like to be oxidized.
What do you mean?
Oh… Wow!
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（47）6月13日(火)
Today's topic already go me hungry. So let's jump in!
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Would you like a mini quiche?
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Casper, thank you for inviting me to your party.
Well, I call it an offline meeting.
Right. As oppose to online meeting.
Would you like a mini quiche? My wife, Alexis made them.
Oh they look delicious. Thank you.
I'm glad so many people came today.
Yes. A few are from our video making class.
Right. Thanks to that class. My video channel has improved a lot.
I love your channel with your cat. What's the name again?
Umi.
-----Grammar and Vocabulary
I call it an offline meeting.
They look delicious!
-----Typical Expressions
Would you like a mini quiche?
-----PRACTICE
Today’s phrases feature lots of foods from different countries. It’s very common when having house parties in American to serve from different countries. So, let’s try them all out.
So, would you guys like to start the PRACTICE? Let’s go!
Here’s the first.
Would you like a samosa? I made them myself.
Would you like a samosa? You must try one.
Great. Let’s continue.
*Would you care for...?
Would you care for some coffee or tea?
Would you care for some soup?
*some 数量のわからないものがぼんやりとある
These next three are a little more casual. Let’s try.
Care for some bourbon? I’ve got the good stuff.
Care to try my home-made hummus? It’s so good. * care to...?
There’s salsa if you’re interested.
You know I love samosa. But not as much I love how great our listeners did excellent work. -Very good!
-----Typical Expressions in Action
Would you like a muffin? They’re oven-fresh and delicious. *oven-fresh
Would you care for a drink? It’s on the house. *on 支払いを 支える
Would you like some more coffee? There’re free refills. *free refills
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Uh.. Would you guys like some samosas?
Oh! Yeah. They look delicious.
Hmm! They look yummy. Are these store-bought? *store-bought
No! I made them myself.
Oh! You know what? I’m actually really full. I’ll pass.
Ah…yeah. Suddenly I lost appetite.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（46）6月12日(月)
I recommend we jump right in today’s lesson. Let’s begin.
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I would recommend Asakusa.
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I can't believe I'll be leaving Japan in a week.
We're going to miss you Tomas. We had so much fun. * fun =noun
We certainly did. I'll miss our bike ride together. Oh I need to buy some suveniors. Where should I go?
I would recommend Asakusa. That area has lots of Japanese style gifts.
Oh yeah! I want to go there one last time. What should I get?
My recommendation is kaminariokoshi puffed rice crackers.
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lots of <> a lot of
Well, “lots of” feels lighter and more casual than “a lot.” And also for “a lot,” you can emphasize it. So you can say “a lot.” But you can’t do that with “lots.”
one last time 最後にもう一度
-----Grammar and Vocabulary
I can't believe I'll be leaving Japan in a week.
We are going to miss you.
------Typical Expressions
I would recommend Asakusa.
------PRACTICE
Hey, guys. I hope you PRACTICE out loud. You won’t regret it. -Here we go.
I recommend regular exercise.
I recommend joining a gym.
I recommend that you cut back on salt.
Okay. Here’s one more example.
My recommendation is Kaminari okoshi.
And here’s a few more examples.
You have to try the avocado toast. It’s to die for.
You must try the avocado toast. It’s to die for.
For sure get front-row seats. You won’t regret it.
You don’t want to miss the fireworks. They’re breathtaking.
And here’s one more.
Check out Chinatown. You’ll love it.
You guys were great!ーPerfect!
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----Typical Expressions in Action
I recommend the macaroon. It pairs well with the tea.
*pair well with
*macaroon
I recommend that you go to bed by 10 pm.
We have an early start tomorrow.
*have an early start
*recommend that S + 原形動詞(三単現のSはつかない）
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Hey, guys. I want to lose weight. What would you recommend?
I recommend that you love yourself. You’re perfect the way you are.
Thank you.
Yes. And I recommend that you cut back on the macaroons.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（45） 6月9日(金)
Welcome to Friday’s lesson. Let’s review.
It’s Friday already. I can’t believe it. Let’s get started.
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What are the two people planning to do tomorrow?
Go to Mt.Takao.
Attend a haiku gathering.
Write haiku reviews.
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rare to see
has started
years
hike
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Which of the following is true?
Brendan and Aki held their wedding.
Brendan was born in Scotland.
Aki has seen Nessie before.
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engagement ring
hold our wedding
have been on my mind
birth place
make an appearance
keep our fingers crossed
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What did the scientist ask Zaytox to do?
To go back to his own planet.
Not to meet with people.
To stay on Earth forever.
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alien
probably
vegan
humanity
serve ramen
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What is the girl showing Sota?
A photo of an alien.
A picture she drew.
An alien’s ID.
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photo[ˈfoʊˌtoʊ]
would I ...?
line to you
make a fake photo
contact him
contact info
What if he doesn't? -He will.
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Concentrate hard! Ready, steady, go!
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Say it in English
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I'm a bit worried about my mom. You know, she lives there alone.
-It's just an idea, but why don't we ask her to install a security system around the house.
It might not be necesary, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
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Looks like the kids are frustrated having nothing to do. Any ideas?
-How about taking the kids to the zoo next weekend? I've heard that a famous ramen chain opened the branch near there. I'm sure we will have a great time.
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Hey, David. What’s your favorite type of ramen?
Well, I like tantanmen. How about you, sensei? What ramen do you like?
I’m okay with any type of ramen as long as it’s got tons of moyashi on it.
* tons[tʌnz]
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（44）6月8日(木)
It might be a good idea to start the lesson.
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It might be a good idea to call the police then.
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So is this a real photo of an alien? * 名詞 + of ...
Yes, Sota. Would I lie to you?
I guess not.
But you know anyone can make fake photo easily.
Not me!
I want to meet this alien. Can you contact him?
I didn't get his contact info.
Um... it might be a good idea to call the police then.
No, I don't think so. Anyway I think Zeitox will return, Sota.
What is he doesn't?
He will.
It might be a good idea to chek our text book. Anyone can use it easily.
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Grammar and Vocabulary
Anyone can make a fake photo easily.
Not me!
否定的< 指定は前に置く
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Typical Expressions
It might be a good idea to call the police then.
*might ～かもしれない
>> would ～もう少し強い
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PRACTICE
Okay, everyone. It’s time to practice today’s typical expressions.
It’s just an idea but why don’t we get started?
-Great idea. Here’s the first.
It’s just an idea, but why don’t we ask your parents for money?
So, in lesson 41, we had two patterns. One was fast and the other was slow.
This time let’s only go fast. Okay, here we go.
It’s just an idea, but why don’t we ask your parents for money?
And one more.
It’s just an idea, but why don’t we change the font?
Okay, next example. Here we’ll use “Suppose we.” And this time I want you to focus on emphasizing “pictures” and “menu.”
Okay, let’s try it together.
Suppose we add pictures to the menu?
* suppose + sentence ある課程に基づく提案
Do you see that rhythm? Let’s try one more time.
Suppose we add pictures to the menu?
Great.
And here’s one more.
What if we have lunch on the roof?
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Excellent work, guys.All right, guys. Great job!
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Typical Expressions in Action
Your face looks pale. It might be a good idea to see a doctor.
* look pale
Our brand needs a fresh look. Suppose we change our logo?
*a fresh look
* logo [ˈloʊɡoʊ]
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Ah, your face looks pale. It might be a good idea to see a doctor.
What! Really?
Your face looks pale. It might be a good idea to see a doctor.
Ah, I know what you’re doing! You’re practicing again, aren’t you?
Yes.
Sensei, it might be a good idea to come up with a more interesting ending.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（43）6月7日(水)
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Ready for today’s lesson? Let’s go.- Let’s see what sprouts up today.
*sprout[spraʊt]
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I propose that you stay here with us in our lab.
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Thank you for meeting us Zeitox. This is our first time an alien has visited us.
That's probably true.
We heard that you have already met some humans.
A few. I went to a vegan ramen shop in Japan and met some people.
We have to ask you to stop meeting with human. *ask + you + to ....
Why?
Humanity isn't ready for alien visitors. I propose that you stay here with us in our lab.
Maybe. Do you serve ramen?
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probably [ˈprɑbəbli]
Hey, guys. How do you pronounce “probably” ?
Well, in a casual setting, I would say, probably[ˈprɑbli]
How about you, David?
If I’m speaking at a natural speed, I’d say probably[prάli].
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Grammar and Vocabulary
This is the first time an alien has visited us.
Humanity isn’t ready for alien visitors.
Do you serve ramen?
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Typical Expressions
I propose that you stay here with us in our lab.
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PRACTICE
Okay, everyone. We’d better practice these typical expressions.
I propose we do so now.
I see no alternative but to do so.
All right. Let’s get to it. Here’s our first couple.
We must stop him right away. *must <= should
We have to stop him right away. *have to <= need to
Here’s one more.
We will have to stop him right away. *will have to
Good work.
Excellent. Let’s continue. Here we’ll practice “we’d better.” Ready?
*had better
We’d better call our lawyer.
We’d better get a move on.
We’d better consider their offer.
Great.
And here’s a few more.
*see no alternative but to
I see no alternative but to hire more staff.
The only way is to hire more staff.
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alternative
[ɔlˈtɜrnətɪv]
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That was excellent work, guys. The only way to get better is to keep on practicing.-I’m impressed.
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Typical Expressions in Action
We have to increase sales. We’re far behind our target.
*far behind
The only way to get a table at that restaurant is for us to make a reservation.
* get a table
* is + for ... to....
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Hey, sensei. David and I are planning a party at a French restaurant. Wanna come?
Ooh, great! But do they serve ramen?
Uhh. Maybe they have duck ramen.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（42）6月6日(火)
Sensei. Do you believe in Cryptids? -Yeah! Those.
Let get started.Let’s have a good time today!
cryptid
An animal whose existence or survival is disputed or unsubstantiated.
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We should have it at Loch Ness.
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Aki, you keep looking at your ring.
It is such a lovery engaging ring. Thank you for choosing it.
I'm so happy you like it.
I love it. Brandon, I've been thinking where should we hold our wedding?
Yes, that's been on my mind too. I was thinking about Scotland.
That's your birth place. Oh, I have an idea. We should have it at Loch Ness.
Loch Ness? Why there?
I think we should take a wedding photo with Nessy. Maybe it will make an appearance.
Let's keep our fingers crossed.
make an appearance
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engagement ring 歯車のイメージ
So, “engagement” has this image of two gears, right? The teeth of the gears are combining, joining together. So when two sides come together and interlock. That’s the sense of engagement.
*interlock 連結する, 結合する
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Grammar and Vocabulary
I’m so happy you like it.
Let’s keep our fingers crossed.
*keep one's fingers crossed 幸運を祈る
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Typical Expressions
We should have it at Loch Ness.
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PRACTICE
Okay, everyone. I think we should do some PRACTICE now. Hey, Roza. Don’t you think we should do that?
Well, I think we need to do some PRACTICE actually.
Oh, wow! All right. Well, let’s get to it.
We should hire a photographer.
One more.
We need to get dressed up.
Okay, let’s continue with suggestions using “should.”
I think we should get separate rooms.
I think we should follow the manual.
Don’t you think we should do that?
Excellent.
Let’s continue with “suggest.”
I suggest ...
I suggest a guided tour.
I suggest meeting in a hotel lobby.
I suggest we cut back on spending.
Great work, everyone. Absolutely magnificent.
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Typical Expressions in Action
We don’t share any hobbies. I think we should take dance lessons together.
I suggest we get matching T-shirts.
Both of us have full-time jobs. I suggest hiring a housekeeper.
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Hey, David. I think we should get separate rooms.
Ohh! Good idea. Why’s that? - ’Cause I snore a lot. -Ahhh
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（41）6月5日(月)
Hey, David. Why don’t we go to Mt. Takao? I’d like to write haiku there.
Uhhh. I’m a huge fan of haiku. So, let’s go do that soon.
June if one of my favorite months because I love to see the hydrangeas.
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How about going hiking?
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Oh, it's stop raining.
Yeah, it's rare to see blue sky these days.
Since the rainy season has started.
That's right. But it'll be sunyy tomorronw too. How about going hiking?
That's a great idea. I was thinking the same thing. Why don't we go to Mt. Takao?
I haven't been there in years. I'd like to write haiku there.
Oh, Let's write haiku and hike at the same time!
Nice one! Cindy!
in years
in years
For a very long (but often uncertain) length of time.
= for years
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Grammar and Vocabulary
Oh, it’s stopped raining.
In America, most people just use the regular past tense. So, it stopped raining.
I haven’t been there in years.
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Typical Expressions
How about going hiking?
PRACTICE
Okay, guys. Let’s practice giving suggestions. It’s good if you can use a high tone when you say these sentences out loud.
Okay, these first three use “how about.” So you have two options here.
One is a quick, how about a picnic?
Your second option is to use “how about” to buy time, to think of your suggestion. So, let’s try this slow one first. Okay?
How about a picnic?
Okay. Now let’s speed it up. How about a picnic?
Good. Let’s try a few more.
How about taking the Shinkansen?
How about we go to the zoo?
Nice work.
Excellent. Let’s continue. Here we’ll use “why don’t we” and “maybe we can.” So keep that in mind. Let’s go.
Why don’t we split the bill
Why don’t we ask your mother?
Why don’t we meet at the station?
Maybe we can meet at the station.
Excellent.
All right. Let’s practice with “let’s.”
Let’s dance.
Let’s not fight.
Let’s not argue.
Wonderful. And one last example. I’m sure you all have heard.
Shall we dance?
Let’s try that one more time and focus on smoothness. Shall we dance?
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Hey, David. Shall we tell our listeners how great they did it?
I think that’s a great idea. Let’s do that. Great work, everyone.
Fantastic!
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Typical Expressions in Action
It’s getting late. How about we finish the rest tomorrow?
I’m free this afternoon. Why don’t we go to a café?
Let’s get out of here. I want to beat the traffic.
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Hey, guys. Let’s get out of here. I’m hungry.
You’re always hungry, aren’t you, Onishi sensei.