ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（214）
2月20日(木)
Hey guys. I don’t want to be seen as a stylish English teacher.
Don’t worry, Sensei. Nobody sees you like that.
-Yeah, you’re not.
Then what do people see me as?
I can’t say on the radio.
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I asked you not to write that.
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Hey Derek, check out the poster for the 2025 World Tour.
That’s a cool photo of us. I like the colors.
Hey, what’s this?
What’s what?
It says featuring the return of Derek Simmons. I asked you not to write that Stacy.
I know but Bill wanted that line on the poster.
You know that I don’t want to be seen as a returning member.
I tried not to put it on there, but Bill insisted.
That Bill.
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Hey guys, could you explain the nuance of this “That Bill”?
-Yeah, usually That Bill is expressing frustration or little bit of anger.
-Yeah, it would be kind of like the Japanese, あいつ…
-So that includes a pointing to image, right.
-Oh, yeah. We’re always pointing a finger.
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- That’s a cool photo of us.
- It says featuring the return of Derek Simmons.
photo
[ˈfoʊˌtoʊ]
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I asked you not to write that.
<> I didn’t ask you write that.
I want you not to get distracted.
<>I don’t want you to get distracted.
He was praised for not being late.
The students were happy not to have homework.
He succeeded not because of luck.
Not surprisingly, Kevin was late.
Alright everyone. It’s time to practice. Where you put that not is really important and it can change the meaning of the sentence. Keep the feeling of not, 否定, in your mind as you practice. Remember the emphasis is on not, for this time, let’s double the emphasis for practice. Okay.
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I tried not to use too much sault. I know you’re trying to cut back.
My comment was aimed not at you, but at Bobert. Sorry, I didn’t mean to confuse you.
I quit not because I was unhappy. I simply goa t a better offer somewhere else.
*quit quit quit
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So, what do people see me as? I quit.
Sensei, how people see you is not something you have to worry about. What’s important is how you see yourself.
I see myself as a comedian.
I don't want you to get distracted.
: "don't want" (〜してほしくない) という否定的な表現を使っています。相手に何かをしてほしくないことを伝える、直接的な言い方です。
相手に気が散ることを強く制止するニュアンスがあります。
I want you not to get distracted. :
"want" (〜してほしい) という肯定的な表現を使っています。相手に何かをしてほしいことを伝える、控えめな言い方です。
相手に気が散らないでいてほしいという願いを伝えるニュアンス
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（213）
2月19日(水)
What a Genius!
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I don’t watch TV during meals.
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Hey Doug. Can you turn off the TV? I don’t watch TV during meals.
I wasn’t watching it anyway. What’s for dinner?
Your favorite, Goya Champuru. But I’m having a steak. You can have some too, of course.
Thanks, Shiho.
How’s your new job at the cram school?
Oh, it doesn’t pay so well, but I like the students. They’re fun.
The extra money helps Doug. Thank you.
Oh, and our Eco tour business is improving little by little.
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Turn off
steake
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- I don’t watch TV during meals.
- Our Eco tour business is improving little by little.
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I don’t watch TV during meals.
Not me.
Not for me.
It doesn’t pay so well.
He didn’t come.
We aren’t satisfied with the result.
You may not park your car here.
I cannot do that.
He hasn’t come yet.
Alright guys, it’s time to practice. So today I want you to focus on being careful which word you emphasize. So really pay attention, listen closely and repeat with the same intonation as us. Okay?
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- I don’t have a landline. I use my cell phone for all my calls.
*a landline - He didn’t eat breakfast this morning. No wonder he is tired.
*No wonder
You guys didn’t miss Rajio-eikaiwa this morning. No wonder you’re doing so great.
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（212）
2月18日(火)
Frankly, I’ve never heard of such a thing.
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Mr. Kerr. I heard about your unusual proposal.
Do you mean my time capsule idea?
Yes. Frankly, I’ve never heard of such a thing. Can you explain a bit more.
Certainly, Mrs. Gregory.
A time capsule is simply a container with things from our lives, but we bury it in the ground.
And what is the purpose of that?
To forget about it. Then many years later somebody will find it.
So, they will remember us in the future.
Exactly.
--
bury
[ˈbɛri]
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- Frankly, I’ve never heard of such a thing.
- Then many years later somebody will find it.
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Frankly, I’ve never heard of such a thing.
->Frankly speaking,
Honestly, I think you should lose some weight.
Seriously, I think you should lose some weight.
Personally, I think you should lose some wight.
To tell the truth, I don’t think it’s a good idea.
To put it mildly, I don’t think it’s a good idea.
As far as I know, it’s best to use real butter.
In my opinion, it’s best to use real butter.
According to the chef, it’s best to use real butter.
It’s time for today’s practice. 発言態度 Okay, let’s put these at the start of every sentence. Why? Because this feeling applies to the whole rest of the sentence. Okay. And don’t forget to emphasize those first few words. Let’s start with our first one.
*personally
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- Frankly, I’m not interested. Abstract art just isn’t my thing.
- To put it mildly, we were disappointed. Nothing worked out as planned.
- As far as I know, no one has ever scored this high. I think you just set a new record.
*abstract
Be sure to tune in next time.
Keep doing your best and keep speaking all you can.
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ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（211）
2月17日(月)
Finally, Emori-san popped the question. I can’t wait to see what will happen.
Obviously, I’m excited to find out.
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Unfortunately, I can’t marry you.
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Emori-san, are you really asking me to marry you?
Yes, Cindy. That’s way I’m on one knee holding this box with a diamond ring.
Wow. Listen, I like you as a friend. Unfortunately, I can’t marry you. I'm sorry.
I see. Obviously, I am disappointed with your answer. I though you might have deeper feelings for me.
You’re a great guy. I just never thought of you as a marriage partner.
I understand. Oh well. Luckly, I can get a refund for this ring.
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- Are you really asking me to marry you?
- That’s way I’m on one knee holding this box with a diamond ring.
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Unfortunately, I can’t marry you.
Obviously, I am disappointed with your answer.
Luckly, I can get a refund for this ring.
Happily, we were the first to arrive.
Clearly, we were the first to arrive.
thankfully
surprisingly
undoubtedly
Okay everyone. It’s time for today’s practice. With today’s 副詞, we’ll put them all the way at the start of the sentence so that the last of the sentence captures that feeling.
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- Unfortunately, the deadline has already passed. We cannot accept late applications.
- Obviously, our new strategy is working. Sales are up over 50 percent this year.
- We got hopelessly lost while walking around. Thankfully, a local man gave us directions.
What other option does he have?
ーー
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（210）
2月14日(金)
Which of the following is true?
Roxy received snacks from Japan.
Roxy’s package arrived very late.
Grandpa likes Nato chocolate.
What does this say?
It’s the latest thing.
It’s really hard to describe the flavor
Maybe grandma will like it better
How does Frankie feel about talking with Barbara?
He likes talking to her.
He didn’t enjoy the conversation.
He thinks the conversation illogical.
Illogical
Was assisted by
Real estate agent
Became angry with me just because
Kind of enjoyed ..ing
Scold me
What advice does Nami give?
To stop going to the gym on Saturday mornings.
To work out more.
Not to eat a big lunch after a workout.
Hardly ever go to the gym
Haven’t lost that much weight
Afterwords
I just can’t help myself.
work out <> a workout
What kind of event does the woman want to go to?
An event for teachers in London.
A sale on Charles Dickens books.
Book reading event by a novelist.
How you and Anton were doing
Have probably heard about Mr.
Is going to read from his novels
Definitely
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Good morning. Can I talk to Chris?
-Hi Dave. He’s not here at the moment. Maybe he’s gone to see a client. I’ll let him know you called when he gets back to the office.
What do you get up in the morning?
-I usually get up around six on weekdays to listen to Radio-Eikaiwa, which starts at 6:45. I think it’s one of the best English learning programs out there. I highly recommend it.
*on weekdays
Hey David, Dave is short for David, right?
Uh, usually yeah, that’s right. There are some people whose actual name is Dave, but it’s pretty rare.
So we should call you Dave from now on, right?
Oh, please don’t, no.
You don’t like it.
Not at all.
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（209）
2月13日(木)
You probably have heard about Mr. Charles Dickens.
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Kinzo, what are you doing here?
Hello. I wanted to see how you and Anton were doing.
That’s so kind of you.
Are you enjoying being teachers?
Yes, we are. Is that the only reason you came?
Also, I wanted to invite you to an event in London.
What kind of event?
You probably have heard about Mr. Charles Dickens.
The novelist?
Yes. He’s going to read from his novels at a London bookshop.
Charles Dickens. I definitely have to go. When is it?
Next Saturday.
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- The only reason + you came: that you came / why you came
- Hear about ( a lot of things) : hear of …名前だけは聞いたことがある
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- I wanted to see how you and Anton were doing. *want to ..
- Are you enjoying being teachers? *enjoy ..ing
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You probably have heard about Mr. Charles Dickens.
We will definitely come here again.
*definitely
We will surely come here again.
We will certainly come here again.
Maybe he’s off sick.
Perhaps he’s off sick.
*be + off sick 病欠です
He possibly forgot about us.
Alright everyone, it’s time for today’s practice and let’s use 確信を表す副詞. Yeah, last time we used 頻度副詞 to adjust the level of frequency and this time we use 確信副詞 to adjust the level of certainty. So, let’s practice and master them together.
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- I probably know where Kelly went. Earlier she mentioned needing to go to the bank.
- You definitely took a wrong turn. Just admit it. We’re lost.
*take a wrong turn. 道・方向を間違える
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Yeah, I was lost.
I’ve never heard that before.
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（208）
2月12日(水)
I just can’t help myself.
But to be honest, you’ve got a point. It is good.
can't help:
～せずにはいられない
どうしても～してしまう
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You hardly ever go to the gym on Saturday mornings.
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Yoshi, what time is it? Are you going to the gym now?
Good morning, Nami. It’s 8:15. Yeah, I wanted to go early today.
You hardly ever go to the gym on Saturday mornings.
I heard that mornings are more effective.
But you haven’t lost that much weight. Are you really working out there?
Yes, but I take it easy and I eat a large ramen afterwards.
You should never eat a heavy lunch after a workout.
I know. I just can’t help myself.
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- You haven’t lost that much weight.
- I take it easy. -> take + it = easy
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You hardly ever go to the gym on Saturday mornings.
I always go to the gym.
I usually go to the gym.
I often go to the gym.
I frequently go to the gym.
I regularly go to the gym.
He’s sometimes late.
He’s occasionally late.
He’s seldom late.
He’s rarely late.
He’s never late.
You should never be late for class.
Do you ever go to the gym?
Okay everyone, today, we’re practicing 頻度表現. I want you to really keep the rhythm in mind as you practice.
Alright, be sure to practice regularly.
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- Brian hardly ever stays at the office past 6 p.m. He has young kids at home.
*hardly ever
- The simplest answer is usually the correct one. Don’t overthink thinks.
*overthink things
- You must always unplug this device before cleaning it. You could get seriously hurt.
*unplug
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ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（207）
2月11日(火)
She became angry with me just because I was picking flowers for you.
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Frankie, this is such a nice apartment. Do you know how Dr. Stein found it so quickly?
Yes. He was assisted by Barbara, the real estate agent.
You know about Barbara?
Yes. Actually, I have talked to her before.
Where and why did you talk to her?
She became angry with me just because I was picking flowers for you.
Oh, that woman was Barbara. You kind of enjoyed talking to her, didn’t you?
No. That is illogical. She was scolding me.
--
Illogical (il+logical ) <> logical
非論理的な, 不合理な, 筋の通らない
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- He was assisted by Barbara.
- You kind of enjoyed talking to her, didn’t you?
--
She became angry with me just because I was picking flowers for you.
Do you love me only because I’m good looking?
Do you love me merely because I’m good looking?
Just + because
only, merely, mainly, partly + because
You kind of enjoyed talking to her.
I almost missed the bus.
Right there.
Just there.
Right here.
Just here.
Right behind the building.
Just behind the building.
Right after the show.
Just after the show.
Right on time.
Just on time.
Okay everyone, it’s time for today’s practice. We’ll be using more 副詞 today. And today’s adverbs limit the scope of thing. So, let’s get right to it. Alright guys, repeat after us.
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- Don’t give up just because you failed once. You can do this. Try again.
- I’m happy with my job, but I kind of want to try something new. I need a new challenge.
I’m happy with my job, but I kind of want to try something new like being a pianist.
Sense, don’t give up just because you failed once. You can do this. Try again.
I didn’t fail. He didn’t even try.
ラジオ英会話 ハートでつかめ！英語の極意（206）
2月10日(月)
I was the same.
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It’s surprisingly good.
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Grandpa. Look what I got from my mom and dad today.
Oh, did they send you a package from Japan?
Yes, there are some Japanese snacks and chocolates. Here you go, Grandpa.
Oh, what does this say, Roxy?
It’s the latest thing, nato chocolate. Try it. It’s surprisingly good.
Nato and chocolate…
How is it?
Rosy, it is really hard to describe the flavor, but I suppose it is okay.
Maybe Grandma will like it better.
Perhaps.
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- Look what I got from my mom and dad today.
- Did they send you a package from Japan?
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It’s surprisingly good.
His presentation was really good.
His presentation was quite good.
His presentation was pretty good.
>> fairly
Let’s go one with extra emphasis.
His speech was so interesting.
>> absolutely, extremely, enormously, really
The test was a little difficult.
The test was a bit difficult.
The test was a little bit difficult.
The stars were hardly visible due to the city lights.
The stars were barely visible due to the city lights.
Okay guys, it’s time to practice. As Sensei said, the 副詞 are just describing the level of the 形容詞, so, どれくらい？ Very good. Surprisingly good. Pretty good. Keep that in mind as you practice.
That’s right. Set the level and go.
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The show was very informative. I learned a lot by watching it.
*be informative 有益
Oh wow. The sunset is so gorgeous. I’m so glad we got to see it.
Oh, excuses, excuses.
* "Mom"、"Dad"、"Grandpa" などの言葉は、親愛の情を込めて家族を呼ぶ場合に、大文字で使うことがあり。