ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（9）
4月15日(月)
The day of the pith event has finally arrived. Yuna along with Harish and enters the event venue and exchanges world with the startup founders.
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What does Yuna compare the conversations between the participants to?
-She compares them to the conversations between old friends from school days.
*compare 例える
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I'm overwhelmed by the enthusiastic atmosphere. People are so casual, open ans super friendly. The conversations are like how old friends from school days talk. Yes, that's the way people foster creative thinking. Oh, there's the virtual comb booth. I'll introduce you to Mr. James Chen, the founder. Hi Japmes. How are you doing?
-Hi Harish, I'm doing better than ever. I've been waiting for the day to present our product and service to everyone.
-We are super excited too. Let me introduce Yuna, our colleague from Tokyo. She arrived in America just a week agao.
-Nice to meet you, James. I look forwarad to your pitch today.
-Welcome to America, Yuna. I hope you'll enjoy the pitch.
-We can touch base at the networking party later.
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be overwhelmed by
enthusiastic < enthusiasm
super
touch base 連格をとる
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- I'm overwhelmed by the enthusiastic atmosphere.
- I'm overwhelmed by the number of tasks I need to complete.
- I was ovetwhelmed by the breathtaking view from the mountain top.
- I'm struck by the vibrant atmosphere. < strike
- I'm blown away by the energy among the participants.
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Let me introduce Yuna, our colleague from Tokyo. She arrived in America just a week agao.
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- Her lunchtime routine is to take a jog around the office.
- She is apparently very much into American dounuts.
- Officialy her mission is to learn about startup investment, but it appears her hidden agenda is to thoroughly savor california wines.
You are teasing me.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Interview（1-2）
4月12日(金)
亀田製菓代表取締役会長CEO ジュネジャ・レカ・ラジュ氏
Lekh Raj Juneja
What was the professor's advice to Dr. Juneja?
-The advice was to eat the raw food without any spice and feel the natural taste.
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You mentioned that you faced challenges in adapting to Japanese food when you first arrived. Could you share some of your experiences and how you overcame this challenges?
-Yes, you know, there were many challenges when I we came down. The language of course was the biggest issue for us, you know, but accustoms you get used to, but food was the you know the major things to get adopted. As you know, Indians are used to very spicy food and when I was told you know then is served you know just raw fish, you know. There is no cooking, no spice, nothing. Just dip it in the soy sauce and eat it, you know.
That was very shocking thing to start with. And I went to Osaka University and I told professor you know, the challenge was that our food you know, then he told me one thing you know, Do you like Japan? I said yes. That's the reason I came down. This is I advise you one thing that you eat that our food without any spice any anything and feel the taste of the food. So we tried, we adopted we started liking it, you know. More and more we start eating Japanese food, we started realizing this is so good. And I always say, and that became you know very important thing for me later to develop food products in Japan, you know.One word you know with professor told me was texture you know.
-Texture?
-Yes and in texture there are 445 words you know in Japanese. If you translate in English there're only 77. You can imagine why the Japanese food is so good. I'm not sure whethere I know the 440 something was in Jpanese.
-Right...
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adapt
To adjust to a new or unfamiliar situation. To acclimate or modify ways to suit a situation. An example would be, He's from a very cold region. So when he came to Japan, he had to adapt to the hot summers. He adapted by learning techniques from his neighbors.
acclimate
-To accustom or become accustomed to a new environment or situation; adapt.
Dip in
To dip something in something else means to lightly place an item into something else and then quickly remove it.
Dr. Juneja used the expamle of dipping raw fish in soy sauce. Another example would be to dip strawberries in chocolate or dipping your toes into the water to see if the temperature is right.
For this reason, some sauces used as a snack with potato chips, crackers or vegetables are just known as dips such as an avocado dip, cour cream and onion dip.
texture
Thexture is how something feels or how something appears to feel. For example, look at this painting. The texture of the woman's dress and the food on the table are so realistic. With food we can feel texture with our mouths or hand such as texture of the noodles is too soft.
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texture
Chewy
The chocolate chip cookies were sof in the middle and chwy around the edges.
Sticky
Sticky rice served with mango in coconut milk is one of my favorite desserts.
Spongy
THe cake is spongy and moist. It's a delightful treat.
Silky / Smooth
The chocolate mousse has a silky texture. It was a luxurious dessert.
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smooth
This grilled fish has a smooth texture. It feels like it melts in my mouth.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（8）
4月11日(木)
日程調整についての伝え方
Subject: Weekly meetings besing sheduling for project Jack W.
Dear Project members.
I hopw you're doing well. Regarding the sheduling of a weekly meeting for project W, I'm sending out a group poll to assess everyone's availability. Please take a moment to check our availability and preferences and select the time slot that works best for you. To access the poll, simply click on the following link. I kindly request that you complete the poll by April the 12th. If you have any scheduling constraints, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.
Best regards,
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- It's great to have a time slot that works for everyone.
- It's wonderful to find a time that's convenient for all.
Subject: New weekly meeting schedule.
Dear all,
Thank you for your help with schedling. Now that I have reviewed the pall results, it is clear that the most suitable time for our meetings is 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. It'ss great to have a time slot that works for everyone. I propose that we say oiur weekly meeting time at 11 a.m every Wednesday starting from next week, which falls on the 17th. See you at the meeting.
Chnatsu.
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Hi Chinatsu, was nice to have a chat with you last week. We are excited to tacklethe outstanding issues from our last meeting. We have a time slot between 4:40 and 5:30 p.m in Tokyo and three possible dates.
Monday, the 15th, Thursday, the 18th, Fraiday, the 19th. Let us know if any of these dates work for your team. Fingers crossed for some asesome solutions.
Regards,
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Jenny, what impression did you get from the opening sentence?
-The line Hi Chinatsu, was nice to have a chat with you last week. seems like a
direct address to Chinatsu.
-Exactly. It's an opening that gives it personal touch, isn't it?
(It) was nice to have a chat.
The last sentence the word awesone is used. What do you think, Jennny?
-The use of colloquial words like awesome gives a chat specific feel.
- Indeed. You don't see the word awesome much in an email exhanges, particularly with clients.
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I'm feeling confident that together we can make some big progress.
What other expressions can you think of?
-You could also use optimistic to say I'm aptimistic that working togethere we can achieve significant advancements.
-It also sound very positive.
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Hi Heinrich, Great news. Thursday, the 18th works for us.
I'm feeling confident that together we can make some big progress.
Looking forward to the meeting.
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What impresson do you get from the opening line? Great news. Thursday, the 18th works for us.
-I feel a sense of enthusiasm for problem solving.
Indeed. The use of the short phrase.Great news is very effective, isn't it.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（7）
4月10日(水)
Harish and Yuna are discussing the investment time frame. Yuna were surprised by the local business culture, which seeks results in a short period.
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What do investors think if startups fail to attract clients within the first two years?
-They think the business won't grow.
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Take a wild guess. What's the maximum maturity investors typically finance for startups?
-Well.. probably three to four years?
-No. It's usually up to 24 months.
-Just 24 monhths?
-Isn't it too short to produce results for a new business?
-Maybe, but that's the culture here.
-Investtors think businesses woun't grow unless they attract clients within the first two years.
-That's a tough business culture.
-What happens to entrepreneurs who fail in their businesses?
-Failure is just part of the journery. And that's how you grow. If a startup isn't performing well after two years of funding, they might sell the company and get a small cash returen and move on to the next idea.
-Huh. That's how the exosystem works here.
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take a widl guess
manurity
fail
journey
cash return
entrepreneur
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- Isn't it too short to produce results for a new business?
- You need a strategy that can sonsistently produce results.
- Our investment and R&D has started to produce results.
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- Isn't the time too short to make an impact for a new business?
- Isn't the time frame to constrained to see any meaningful outcome for a new business?
Isn't it too short to produce results for a new business?
-Investors think businesses won't grow unless they attract clients within the first two years.
-I believe that the more groundbreaking a product or services, the longer it may take to gain acceptance.
-I understand that it depends on business, but are the criteria for assesment after two years more quantitative than qualitative?
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quantitative
Expressed or expressible as a quantity.
qualititative
Of, relating to, or concerning quality.
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What do you think about the culture in Silicon Valley where results are expected in a very short period of time?
-I like that kind of culture. They find it important to release the products at an early stage even if it's not perfect, and try to identify areas for improvement. Some people say, the more you fail, the more you've evaluated.
-That's interesting. Given the fast pace of change in the world today, that make sense.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（6）
4月9日(火)
Harish's lecture to Yuna continues. Harish is testing Yuna's understanding of business model screening.
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What aspects should be considered in assessing the team?
-The team's ability to execute the business plan.
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So moving on to the next unit, screening. What do you think is important when evaluating business models of startups?
-When it comes to the business models, they're far from generic. So carful analysis into their viability and growth potential is essential.
-Exactly. They're not run of the mill ideas. What aspects do you think we should consider when assessing the team?
-Team assessment. Well, the team's ability to execute the business plan.
-A great responce. Why do you think early traction is crucial?
-Early what?
-Early traction. Oh, by traction, I mean how a new product or service gains popularity and expands its customer base.
- I understand now. It's important because early traction sets the stage for business growth.
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When it comes to
generic 一般的な
viability 実行可能性
run on the mill ありふれた ・大量生産の連続稼働
assess
execute
traction
set the stage for
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- Early traction sets the stage for business growth.
- The government's new economic policies aim to set the steage for job creation.
- Effective communicatin within a team sets the stage for productive work environment.
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set the stage for
- Initial momentam paves the way for business expansion.
- Early progress shapes the devolopment of business.
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What aspects do you think we should consider when assessing the team?
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Assessing the team. Well, it's important for the team to share the vision and strategy.
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Aspects to consider. Well, I believe it's important to have at least one person who is knowledgeable in finance.
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That's an important question. Well, I think the key is whether they have an extensive network within the country's business community.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（5）
4月8日(月)
Harish agreed to give a lecture to Yuna on startup investment. As Yuna shares her thoughts on the reading materials, Harish proceed to ask questions about the first topic.
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How did Yuna find the reading material?
-She found it and I opener.
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I was just looking into the program of the pitch event. There are so may sessions to chose from.
This is a common occurence here in Silicon Valley. So let's get to the topic. The startup investment process.
I skimmed through the reading material you gave me. It was certainly an eye-openner. Well, that's just the start. So hang in there. So let's dive in and look at the first unit. Pitch events. Any questions or thoughts?
I learned that pitch events are not only about securing funding, but also about making connections. They appear to be very interactive and lively.
You've captured the essence of it. Networking encourages open communication and the exchange of ideas. You'll experience it firsthand at the event on Wendnesday.
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occurrence 出来事
skim through
eye-opener
hang in there
dive in
funding
capture
networking
encourage
firsthand
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- Networking encourages open communication and the exchange of ideas.
- The facilitater encouraged the audience to ask questions or make comments.
- The new policies aim to encourage a healthy work-life balance.
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- Networking fosters transparent communication and the sharing of insights.
- Networking promotes honest dialog and the interchange of thoughts and ideas.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Interview（1-1）
4月5日(金)
亀田製菓代表取締役会長CEO ジュネジャ・レカ・ラジュ氏
Lekh Raj Juneja
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What did Dr. Juneja like most about the comapny?
-He likeed the fact that the company is very focusted on rice.
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Dr. Juneja, welcome to our program. First of all, what inspired you to join the present firm and take on the role of CEO? Were there any unique challenges or opportunities that attracted you to the company?
- Why I joined this food company, kamedaseika was, you know I always liked food. Food when you write in Japanese is 人をよくする. human and good.
That's there's so much power in the food. And I used to like 柿の種 very much. You know, because this was one souvenir when I take back home or anywhere people used to like it because it's very crunchy taste and it's not very expensive. And I was fun of the products of this company. Also you know, I found that oh this is the company not only kakinotane, it has many tane, many seeds.
-Yes, that's right.
-There is so much potencial in this company. They were tying to do new things not many food companies are expanding globaly so much, but we have factories in US. We have factories in Vietnam, Dambodia, Thailand, India, China, everywhere. So base was there. I though wow, this is a huge potentia of this company. And the best think I like was, you know, this is very focused company.. on the rice, you know. And rice has so much power a lot of people do not know. So I thought my experience and my career and I worked on food power, you know, the nutorition part and making people good, you know. This company had, you know, kakinotane, happyturn, you eat anything, you know, so good, you know. So the dliciousness that we had. I thought if I add more nutrition part, and more environmental part, this is one thing we can take global. But I joined this company is because this is a very very unique rice cracker company.
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take on
To accept a challenge, task or responsibility. To begin something that will probably take a lot of work. For exapnple, I can't take on any extra project right now. There's just not enough time. Mr. Shibata aksked what inspired Dr. Juneja to take on the role of CEO, or what inspired him to assume the responsibilities of that role.
crunchy
If something is crunchy, it makes a sound when you bite into it or crush it like an apple or some almonds. Having a crushing noise. Crunchy is not only used for food. For example, you might hear a crunchy sound when you walk on a pile of autumn leaves. It can also be used as a verb as in the leaves were crunching underneath my feet. And a noun as in the crunch of the leaves.
nutrition
Nourishment. Nutrition is about consuming sufficient food and drink to keep the body healthy or help it grow. Is something is nutoritious, it's good for the body and provides some substances it needs to function properly. For example, having a salad with dinner is nutritious, but having a bowl of candy for dinner is probably not nutritious at all.
rice cracker
Rice crakers are any kind of cracker made from rice flour. But the other ingredients and their preparation methods may differ. Senbei are the most commonly known type of rice crackers.They may also be known as Japanese rice crackers.
---Enhance your cocablary
cranchy
The salad has a cruncy texture of peanuts and almonds.
crisp / crispy
This fresh apple has a crips texture, a satisfying crunch with every bite.
flaky
This pastry is incredibly flaky and delicious. It's next level.
grainy
This homemade mustard has a grainy texture. It goes well with sandwiches.
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どの～も～だった
Every piece of tempra was crispy and tasty.
* delicious =tasty
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I thought if I add more nutrition part, and more environmental part, this is one thing we can take global.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（4）
4月4日(木)
是非面談したい。
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Subject: Request for an in person meeting.
Dear Frank,
I'm Kaneda Chinatsu from ABC Corp. It was a pleasure getting to know you at the seminar yeasterday. I was delighted to see your interest in our company's business. And I'd greatly appreciate it if you could spare some time for me to explain our services in detail. Would you be available on any of the following dates?
Monday, the 15th of April 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wendnesday, the 17th of April 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
If neither of the above works for you, please provide a couple of time slots that are convenient.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Chinatsu
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Unfortunately, I'm not availble at the suggested times.
=> Unfortunately, the suggested time don't suit my schedule.
=> the suggested time don't suit me.
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Dear Chinatsu,
It was a pleasure speaking with you yesterday. I'd be glad to meet with you to discuss the details. Unfortunately, I'm not available at the suggested times. How about the Thursday, the 18th or Friday, the 19th? I can make it anytime after 11 a.m. both days.
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Subject: Request for a meeting.
Hi Chinatsu,
It's been a long time. I trust you're doing well. I'm pleased to inform you that the shopping mall project for Ho Chimin city has been approved. We'd like to meet with you in the coming weeks to discuss it. How is your availability?
We'd be thrilled if you could join us for the next Venture.
Kind regards,
Brian.
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Jennifer, what do you think about greeting someone as Hi, insteaad of Dear, in an email?
-I think using Dear can sometimes feel too formal or distant.よそよそしい
-I see. I ask some of my colleagues before and then they gave me exactly the same answer.
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I'm available during the following slots.
What other expressins are there?
-Well, let me see... You can phrase it with the date and time as the subject.
Like the following times work for me. Or use suit to say.. The following time suit me.
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Hi Brian,
Thank you for sharing the exciting news. I'm available during the following slots.
Tuesday, the 16th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Thursday, the 18th, 2 p.m. onwards.
Friday, the 19th, The whole day.
Looking forward to our fruitful discussion.
Chinatsu
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Jenny, how did you find this reply email?
- Chnatsu used adjectives effectively to express her feeling like "exciting news" or "fruitful discussion."
-That's right. Using the right adjectives is the key to conveying your feelings.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（3）
4月3日(水)
The conversation between Yuna and Harish taransitions to Yuna's training in Silicon Valley. When Yuna talks about her goals Harish makes a suggestion.
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What does Harish think is the best way to learn about investing in startups?
-He thinks the best way is to attend pitch events.
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Enough about Silicon Valley. Let's discuss your assignment. What aspects would you like to explore during your stay?
-I'd like to gain insight into the process of investing in startups. Additionally, I'd like to understand the criteria and focus areas that go into investing.
-Sounds great. Understanding these aspects will lead you to explore the ecosystem. I think the best way is to attend pitch events.
-Piche events. The events where startups pitch their ideas to potential investers?
-Yes. Startups present their service or product ideas to investors, and investors explore which companies to support. I'll be attending a pitch day in Palo Alto next Wendnesday. So why don't you join me?
-Thank you. I'd love to.
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aspect 点・側面
explore 探求・検討する
gain insight into を深く把握する・の理解を深める
criteria 基準
pitch 短いプレゼン
--- gain sight into ... / gain insights into
- I'd like to gain insight into the process of investing in startups.
- You can gain insight into the local culture with this book.
with this book = by reading this book - I'd like to gain insight into the latest accounting regulations at this seminar.
I want to learn about the ins and outs of investing in startups.
*ins and outs 一部始終; 詳細
I want to delve into the process of investing in startups.
*delve into 掘り下げる, 突っ込む, 深く知る
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What aspects would you like to explore during your stay?
- I want to customize myself to design thinking so as to find solutions to problems and understand the creative mindset.
-I'm interested in hearing from active professionals about the differences between Silicon Valley's corporate culture and the conventional American corporate culture.
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Jenny, you are from Silicon Valley, right? What is your impression of the area?
- Yeah, I'm from San Jose which is the largest city in Silicon Valley. It's a multicultural area with a mild climate, and San Jose has a suburban feel with a bustling downtown area. There's also easy access to gorgeous mountains and the ocean side, or even San Francisco. Innovation is highly regarded especially with tech and the arts.
-Mmm.. urban life and nature. You can enjoy the best of both worlds.
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（2）
4月2日(火)
The conversation between Yuna from Tokyo and Harish from Silicon Valley Branck continues. The discussion shifts to how people collaborate in Silicon Valley.
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How does the innovation ecosystem operate in Silicon Valley?
-It operates in a way where all the different parts of the technology and business world collaborate.
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The people working here are innovative and take pride in collectively shaping the future of the earth. It's an unparalleled ecosystem.
-Ecosystem. When I hear the word, a forrest comes to mind. Are you saying Silicon Valley is simillar to an ecosystem in a forrest?
- Yes. In the case of a forrest, it refers a system where organisms and plants within the same natural area influence and depend on each other. In Silicon Valley, we call it an innovation ecosystem. All the different parts of the technology and business world collaborate. This includes thech companies, staratups, venture capitals.
-And universities, research centers, lawers, accountants.
-Exactly. These professional groups and infrastructures foster a spirit of collaboration and entrepreneurship and create a virtuous circle.
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take pride in
collectively 集団で
unparalleled 他に類のない <> paralleleda
organism
venture capitalist 新規事業の投資か
foster
entrepreneurship < entrepreneur
virtuous circle
--- Are you saying...?
- Are you saying Silicon Valley is simillar to an ecosystem in a forrest?
- Are you saying that you disagree with proposal?
- Are you saying there is a chance for negotiations with the client?
Are you suggesting that Silicon Valley is like an ecosystem in a forrest?
You're indicating that Silicon Valley is akin to an exosystem in a forest?
akin to 同種で, 類似して
Having similar properties, characteristics, or aspects to something; analogous to something.
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These professional groups and infrastructures foster a spirit of collaboration and entrepreneurship and create a virtuous circle.
-You say that the Silicon Valley ecosystem consists of professional groups and infrastructure. What are the infrastructures you're referring to?
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To create a thriving environment, there is a need for a mechanism that allows professionals to meet and exchange ideas. What kind of systems are in place in Silicon Valley?
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ラジオビジネス英語 Lesson（1）
4月1日(月)
Hi everyone. I'm Jenny Silver and I was born in New Jersey in the US. I've also lived in California, Illinois, Michigan and Florida. After graduating from university where I majored in English and Asian studies, I worked at a video game retail company in California. I'm looking wordard to hosting the show with Mr. Shibata.
We want to aim for a program that is both enjoyable and helpful.
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Yuna, a trainee from the Tokyo headquaters of a general trading company arrives at a Silicon Valley office to meet her local contact, Harish from the startup investment department. After brief selfintroductions, they engay in a wide-raning conversation about Silicon Valley.
What area does Silicon Valley refer to?
-It refers to an extensive region in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area.
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So, Yuna. What are your first impressions of Silicon valley?
-Well, my first impression is that it's more of a suburban town than a futuristic city. It's a bit early to judge, but I was imagining a more urban atmosphere with high-rise buildings. There's a resort like ambience to the place with the abundant greenery and offices scaattered arond.
-A surburban field, I see. You may already know this, but Silicon Valley doesn't refer to a specific city, but an extensive region in the southern part of the San Francisco bay area. In total, It's about the same size as Shikoku.
-Really? But the population is about three million right? That's similar to Osaka city in Japan. No wonder it gives a spacious impression.
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It refers to an extensive region in the southern part of the San Francisco bay area.
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futuristic
high rise building
ambience
abundant
scattered around => 点在して
refer to
no wonder
---No wonder + ...
- No wonder it gives a spacious impression.
=It's no wonder that it gives a spacious impression. - No wonder the final presentation was excellent.
< Practice makes perfest. - No wonder she became fulent in Spanish in a short time.
It comes as no suprise that it feels open and spacious.
=> It's not surprising...
It's understanble why it comes off as expansive.
* come off ..のように見える
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more of a suburban town than a futuristic city.
I was impressed by the breathtaking view with tall skyscrapers filling the skyline. I like an attractive mix of various architechural designes from diferent eras.