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Thank you for watching! I get food poisoning once a year, so I’m very careful about hygiene. I pay particular attention to the cooking level of raw oysters!

That sounds familiar. Food courts in Singapore serving a variety of Chinese dishes also have similar stalls like this. Are the dishes in Kunming very spicy?

今年もたくさんのご視聴ありがとうございました！

Thank you!

Thank you! Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

@@hiyoko.english.Qsensei Yes. Tomorrow I will meet my family and friend at my hometown.

いつも評価ありがとうございます！ 今年はたくさんのご視聴ありがとうございました！

@@青山隼人-w4c How nice! May i ask where is your hometown (if you don't mind)?

Thank you! Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

@hiyoko.english.Qsensei Yes! I will go back to my hometown for a week and try not to drink too much.

いつも評価ありがとうございます！ 今年は残りわずかですが、頑張りましょう！

@@ヒロフジ-z8y How nice! May i ask where is your hometown? Enjoy nice family time together!

Thank you! Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

いつもご視聴ありがとうございます！

That's amazing progress-congratulations! It's inspiring to see how your hard work and dedication have paid off. I'm so glad this channel could be part of your journey. Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

嬉しいお言葉ありがとうございます。 英語ニュースが大体わかるようになったのは大きなステップアップですね！当チャンネルが微力ながらもプラスになっていたら嬉しい限りです！

Thank you! Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ 今年も残りわずか4日ですね。総集編もよろしくお願いします！

Thank you! Are you heading back to family for this coming new year?

ご視聴ありがとうございます！

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！ 今編集している回では、少しトリッキーな単語を組み合わせています！

Thank you for your feedback!

Thank you for watching! The expression "It's an honour to meet you." is one that we frequently use at my workplace. When I was a student, I learned that English doesn’t have "敬語" but when executives visit our workplace for inspections, we use phrases like this. Colleagues who usually use rough language suddenly start speaking in polite English.

"It's an honor to meet you," this is a formal and respectful way to greet someone, often used when meeting someone of high status or someone you greatly admire. In contrast, "Nice to meet you" is a more common and neutral greeting used in everyday situations. I think I have yet to use the expression ""It's an honor to meet you." to anyone.

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！

Thank you for your feedback!

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ impatientは実際に使われているのをよくみかけます！

Thank you! That's me.. being impatient but trying not to show it.

評価ありがとうございます！

Thank you! Looked like you are catching up on the videos

評価ありがとうございます！

Thank you! Were you busy on Chirstmas day?

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ Anchorには「支え、(家族の)大黒柱」やリレーの最終者などとしても意味がありますね。私は陸上競技出身なので、アンカーと言う言葉には馴染みがありますね！

Thank you for your question! Yes, you're absolutely correct! The verb "was" agrees with the subject of the sentence, which is "A set." The word "and" in the phrase "of towel and amenities" might confuse you because it gives the impression of multiple items. If the subject were plural, such as "Towels and amenities," the verb would be "were" instead: Towels and amenities were brought to the room. The word "anchor" can also refer to the last runner in a relay race. In sports, the "anchor" runner is the one who runs the final leg of the race, often chosen for their speed or ability to handle pressure. It's a different meaning from a "TV anchor," but both share the concept of being central or important in their roles

Merry Christmas! I was not expecting people to comment today. THank you

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！ anchorは意味がパッと出てこないですね。

That's a great question! The term "24/7" is an abbreviation for "24 hours a day, 7 days a week." The "7" refers to the seven days in a week, emphasizing that the store operates every day, around the clock. It's not about the number "7" itself but rather a shorthand way to say "all the time." This phrase is widely used in English

Thank you very much!

ご質問ありがとうございます。 英語では「24/7/365」が年中24時間無休営業となりますが、省略されて24/7の「週７日２４時間営業」となります。 日本語では２４時間営業だけで毎日２４時間の営業になりますよね。

It’s wonderful that you and your wife handled the situation so kindly and encouraged him-mistakes are such a great way to learn! I’m sure your son looks back on that experience with a smile now. Merry Christmas!

Thank you for watching! In the United States, microwave fires occur frequently. This is partly due to the culture of eating popcorn, and some products require a heating time of anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes. If you heat popcorn meant for 5 minutes for about 30 minutes, it will start to smoke. Popcorn fires happen frequently.

@@hiyokoenglish Okay, thank you for your advice.

Merry Christmas！Thank you!

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！

Thank you for asking that. This sentence #14 "a" is correct. The pronunciation of "a" in this sentence might sound like a short, quick "uh" or even somewhat like "if" to some ears. In natural spoken English, the article "a" is typically pronounced with a short schwa sound /ə/, which is very quick and unstressed. It might sound like: "uh" in "uh five-dollar voucher." This is different from the more emphasized pronunciation /eɪ/ (like in the alphabet) which is used when "a" is stressed or spoken alone for clarity. In this case, the speakers chosen to speak in short quick "a".

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ 正直なところ、純日本人の私にもifのように聞こえました。 Q先生や他ネイティブに相談したところ「これもaの音声の範囲」と回答を受けました。次回からはなるべくこのような音声を減らしていけたらと思います。

Merry Christmas！

評価ありがとうございます！

Merry Christmas！Thank you!

評価ありがとうございます！

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ TOEIC900点越えおめでとうございます！900点越えは一つの達成ですね！

Congratulations on receiving your TOEIC result of 915 points! What a truly wonderful Christmas present! Exceeding 900 is no small feat-you should be very proud of yourself. Your hard work and dedication have clearly paid off.

You're always welcome, and I’m happy to be part of your learning journey!

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！ 今年も残り僅かになりましたね！残りもよろしくお願いします！

It's pretty interesting how some English phrases are adopted into Japanese! "ケース・バイ・ケース" is just one example, but there are many others. It's always fun to notice these connections between languages.

Thank you for watching! "Case by case" is actually used in English to mean "it depends on the situation." This is frequently used. I also had the experience of being denied when I applied for overtime pay, and I was told, "case by case".

Thank you!

評価ありがとうございます！

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！ メリークリスマス！

Merry christmas!

Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! It’s amazing to hear how much progress you’ve made over the past year-making it a habit and even starting shadowing. I’m sure you’ll do wonderfully. Wishing you continued success in your learning journey and a Merry Christmas!

嬉しいお言葉ありがとうございます！　 当チャンネルでは形を変えて「繰り返し」の出題となっているので、続けて頂ければきっと「ピン」と理解出来たり、聞こえたりするする瞬間があると思います！ このチャンネルの人気が突然大急上昇するようなチャンネル構成ではありませんが、皆様に日々聞いて頂けるようなコンテンツを制作できたらと思います！

It’s unfortunate that TH-cam is having issues and comments are being erased-it's so frustrating. Thank you for trying to put your comment up again. I get what you’re saying about feeling old-fashioned-it’s not easy to adapt to how much things have changed. But honestly, I think everyone has their quirks and values, and that’s okay. As long as there’s respect and understanding in relationships, there’s room for all kinds of personalities.

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ 編集画面では高評価・低評価などの数値も確認できますが、低評価がなくても自動削除されてしまうのは、やはり不思議な部分です。

Thank you for watching! I believe that changing an existing system requires a tremendous amount of power. In that sense, leaders who were called tyrants sometimes brought about significant changes to systems. The same applies to workplaces and local governments.

yes, you're absolutely right-a person can have both good and bad traits. History often highlights the extremes, but examining both sides helps us understand figures like Nero more fully. Your observation about his character changing after his mother's death spot on-personal experiences and traumas can have a big impact on someone's behavior, especially when they hold power at a young age.

Thank you! Any plans on Christmas eve?

@@hiyoko.english.Qsensei Leaning English ,reading and talking with friends!

評価ありがとうございます！

​@@青山隼人-w4c That sounds like a wonderful way to improve your English and enjoy the holiday!

It's great to hear that 'ensure that' appeared in both the TOEIC exam and today's video. It shows how useful and relevant these expressions are.

評価ありがとうございます！ 当チャンネルではTOEICなどに出題される「キーワード」を軸に文章を作っているので、ネイティブ語彙と資格試験のキーワードを同時に学べますね。

The structure 'If it were not for [NOUN]... I would not [V]' can be tricky at first, but practicing more will definitely help you get it instinctively. Getting used to phrasal verbs is a great strategy, as they come up often in everyday English.

This grammar structure also appears in the TOEIC exam. It’s challenging when it comes to listening.

Thank you! Any plans on Christmas's eve?

今回も評価ありがとうございます！

Good morning! You're very welcome, and thank you for your kind words.

本日もご視聴ありがとうございます！ 今日はTOEIC寄りの出題でしたが、難易度的には大丈夫だったようですね。

評価ありがとうございます！

tHANK YOU!

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ [residue]は英語圏で生活をしているとかなり頻繁に見かける単語です。試験モノ英語としては難しい単語として扱われていますが、実際には日常生活レベルのように感じます。 同様に「invincible(無敵・手強い)」も英検1級レベルと称されていますが、先日ネイティブの子供が「I am invincible！」と大声を上げていました！

Thank you! It's also good to hear that you learned a new word like "residue."

今週もたくさんのご視聴ありがとうございました！

Good morning! Thank you for being with us.

Good evening! Thank you for your kind message. That’s amazing news about your TOEIC test! Knowing “petrol” and getting the answer right is such a great accomplishment. It makes me so happy to know that the content on the channel has been helpful to you. Thank you for sharing your story-it truly made my day!

Thank you for your comment. I have also taken various English tests such as TOEIC, TOEFL, and Eiken. I believe that knowing a large number of vocabulary words is the most important factor in test preparation. In reality, English proficiency cannot be measured solely by exam results or scores, but I believe exams are still an important part of learning.

@@hiyoko.english.Qsensei Thank you for your comments the other day. I was so glad❤ This was my 5th time taking the TOEIC, but it was not easy. I didn't have enough time, so I was really nervous. At that time, I found "petrol" in the question sentence. I was surprised and remembered you. Then I was able to calm down. No matter what the results is, I will continue to improve my English!

@@hiyokoenglishThank you for your comments the other day. I was so glad😊 I would like to take the TOEIC next year again. I feel depressed after taking test, but it's important to keep doing it, right?

Thank you for sharing your experience. Even the most composed individuals, like many Japanese workers, can reach a breaking point when unfairly treated. It’s a reminder that beneath calm exteriors, everyone has emotions and limits.

Thank you for watching! Actually, I started working at a new company this week. At my previous workplace, I was made to do managerial tasks without pay, citing a staff shortage as the reason. When I told them I was quitting, they started negotiating by offering me a promotion instead. I left the company, thinking that if I accepted the promotion, I would be given even more advanced tasks.

The food there sounds fantastic-such affordable and delicious meals! I can't believe dinner only cost 6 yuan (120 yen). And "Dòuhuā Mǐxiàn" (Beefun-myen) sounds mouthwatering! It's wonderful that you're enjoying both the sights and the local cuisine. Keep sharing your adventures-it's inspiring to hear about them!

Thank you for watching! I have traveled by bus from Laos to Kunming in the past. I heard that the high-speed train between Kunming and Laos opened last year, and I would like to try riding it someday.

今週もご視聴、そしてコメントありがとうございました！

Thank you！

ご迷惑をお掛けしております。 おそらくですが、長めの文章で、異なる言語の組み合わせは自動的に削除されてしまうのかもしれないです。 こちらの設定では削除されないように「ユーザーID指定」で全てのコメント許可しております！

I am sorry to hear that. That's frustrating! I had encountered it couple of times when i posted links or puting few emotions faces.

Thank you!

コメントありがとうございます！

Thank you!

評価ありがとうございます！

Thank you!

評価ありがとうございます！

ご視聴ありがとうございます！ wayはtooを強調する意味で使われています！

@ ありがとうございます😊

Thank you~

評価ありがとうございます！

Thank you!

Thank you!

評価ありがとうございます！

Yes, in many places, especially in the U.S. and Canada, "gasoline" is more commonly used to refer to the fuel that powers cars. "Petrol" is the term used in the UK, India, and many other countries.

@@hiyoko.english.Qsensei 👍

ご視聴ありがとうございます！アメリカではGASが一般的ですね！