ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（184）1月11日(木)
Do you like driving? -Yes, I love driving. I want to go for a drive.
Vagan <> vegan
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The idea of riding in cars makes me sick.
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Zeytox, are you okay?
Yes, I'm fine, but I am feeling bored.
Oh, so Vagans get bored just like humans.
Yes, we do.
Why don't we go for a drive? I can ask Carolyn. She loves driving.
The idea of riding in cars makes me sick.
I didn't know Vagans had cars.
We don't, but in America I learned that I get carsick easily. The scientists drove me some place and I felt sick.
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- I am feeling bored.
be bored
get bored
<> it's boring. - Vagans get bored just like humans.
- Why don't we go for a drive?
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The idea of riding in cars makes me sick.
-> Having to work late makes me sick.
---practice
We are going to be practicing strong expression of dislike. Now I want you to imagine the feeling of ... that kind of dislike. So keep that in mind, let's go!
His behavior disgusted me.
* disgust うんざりさせる・不快感を表す
That's disgusting.
* disgusting 気分を悪くさせるような・不愉快な
I was thoroughly disgusted with that movie.
* disgusted 人の感情を形容・いやになって・うんざりで
That made my skin crawl.
That geve me the creeps.
*crawl 虫などがはう・－＞creep
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- Throwing away good food makes me sick. It's such a waste.
- Get your finger out of your nose. It's disgusging.
- I got rid of that old doll. It gave me the creeps.
Hey what kind of doll is the example talking about?
It's this it's a old doll, but everytime I looked at it, like the hair got longer and I swear its eyes were open one minute and closed..
Oh your story gave me the creeps.
I think that doll might be haunted.
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（183）1月10日(水)
I think I might go to bed.
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Goya isn't my cup of tea.
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Doug, our eco-tourism business is really taking off.
Yeah, I didn't realize so many people wanted to vist our Island.
And we're getting lots of customers from abroad.
I guess my posts in English were effective.
Yes, they made a big difference.
Hey, let's celebrate! I'll make dinner tonight. What would you like?
Um... Goya chample.
The Okinawan dish? You like it?
Goya isn't really my cup of tea.
Really? I love it.
Okay, I'll make some especially for you.
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- I didn't realize so many people wanted to vist our Island.
- I guess my posts in English were effective.
--- Goya isn't really my cup of tea.
-Practice
Today's practice is about when we don't like something. Just like with affection, there are levels and layers to expressing how much we don't like something. So, try to find the word that's most appropriate to match your emotion. And also the situation that you're in.
I don't like dogs.
I dislike dogs.
I hate dogs.
* dislike is a word that's more common written than spoken, but it's good to remember.
I can't stand the stress.
I can't bear the stress.
That's bad.
That's terrible.
That's awful.
That's vile. 卑劣な, 汚い, 下品な
And the last two are soft ways for expressing dislike.
That's not for me.
That's not really my thing.
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- Hiking isn't really my cup of tea. I'm more of an indoor person.
* be more of + noun
-> be more of + noun + than... - Can we go somewhere quieter? I can't stand the noise here.
Is there anything you hate to eat?
Brussels sprouts... 芽キャベツ
No. I love brussels sprouts. They are so delicious. I'll take all your brussels sprouts. -Yeah, you have them. -Sorry, what's that?
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ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（182）1月9日(火)
Quit + horsing around. ばか騒ぎをする
I have a passion for horses.
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Sally is this your latest watercolor painting?
Yes. How do you like it?
I think it's your best so far.
They just get better and better.
Thanks. That's good to hear.
I've noticed something. You often paint painting with hourses in them like this one.
I have a passion for horses. I love riding.
Really? I didn't know you wrote horses.
I rarely do these days. I used to ride often when I was a little girl.
Well, that explains it.
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- I used to ride often when I was a liitle girl.
- That explains it.
That's right, everyone. Great job.
- I have a passion for gardening. I grow all the vegetables I eat.
I'm into gardening. - Do you take pleasure in helping others? A career in physical therapy may be right for you.
- Look at that guy's t-shirt. He must be really into the desperate rats.
Hoses? Are you sure you don't mean horses?
hose
[hoʊz]
horse
[hɔrs]
ラジオ英会話～ハートでつかめ！英語の極意～（181）1月8日(月)
感情表現
I just love our English program. Don't you? There is just something about it.
I agree. I'm really feeling this month's content. Let's do our best!
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I love English gardens.
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Do you come to this park often?
I do smometimes when I need inspiration.
Insparation?
Yes. Being in nature helps me come up with ideas.
I see. It is very peaceful here. I love English gardens.
Yes. There is nothing quite like an English garden.
Are they better than those in other countries?
Well, I think so. There is just something about them.
I didn't know you were such a romantic, Brandan.
Of course I am.
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romantic -> romanticist
inspiration
[ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən]
inspire
[ɪnˈspaɪr]
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- Being in nature helps me come up with ideas.
- Are they better than those in other countries? -> gardens
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I love English gardens.
---Practice
Our phrases today, all are words that describe affection. How much we like something.There are many differnet words with different different nuances. So pay attention to each one and let's master them all togethere.
I like..
I like English gardens.
I like your tie.
I like Ken.
Try this cake. You'll love it.
fond
[fɑnd]
I'm fond of Ken.
I'm fond of reading.
I'm crazy about Bonsai.
I enjoy..
I'm fun of..
I'm partial to... * partial 大好きな
I'm attached to this sweater.
I'm attracted to successful people.
I adore your dress.
You know what, guys. I love how much effort you put into practice. Great job!
Fantastic work!
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- I like old cameras. To me there is something magical about them.
- My grandfarther was fond of this park. He would come here every Sunday. * would ～したものだ（昔）
Hey guys. I'm attached to this sweater, you know.
- I think it shrunk in the wash and he just can't take it off.
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tichet(s to ...
join us -> = join
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Who will go to the concert?
Akari.
Akari and her friend.
Akari, her friend and the man.
Does is show?
in a good mood
won a ticket
extra
sound(s like fun
Which of the following is true?
Yayoi will fly business class to Hawaii.
Yayoi's going on a busines trip.
There's a Hawaiian music concert on Friday.
Can I ask you a big favor?
you still owe me for the last one
go ahead / ask away
can you give me a ride to the airport?
If we leave by 2 p.m., it'll ...
What does the woman want to do?
Start an ecotourism business.
Join an eco tour.
Help Doug.
feel like ..ing
it's too cold out
I'll do whatever I can
What will David be joining?
A new program.
A party.
See a line dance.
How was this year for you?
am dying to ..
Would you be free to join us?
I have nothing lined up.
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It's me. I came up with a brilliant business idea. Wanna hear it? Do you have time after work?
I'm sorry, but I have plans tonight. I'm really interested in the idea though.
When else is good for you? I'll book a table at a usual restaurant. I can't waint to hear it.
brilliant
binge watch
Hi!
Hi! You know what, I'm planing to binge watch horror movies with some friends at my place. Would you like to join us? If you can come, please come dressed in white.The scarier, the better, right?
Hey guys. Do you like horror movies?
Yeah, I love horror movies. I was actually in a horror movie when I was in college.
How about you? - I'm big fun of Sadako, you know.
How about you? -My favorite scary character is this guy, he's kind of tall and he has short hair and wears glasses and his name starts with O and..
Are you talking about me?
Yeah, how would? did? you know?