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What was Maria's biggest challenge when she first arrived? Oh, this is so relatable for our listeners. Maria was terrified of speaking English because she didn't want to sound foolish. Does that sound familiar? Everyone. I totally understand that fear, but here's what's brilliant about Maria's approach. She started by speaking English for just one hour every single day. One hour, that's such a simple way to start. But Ryan, she also did something really smart with TV shows. Can you explain that? Yes, Maria watched Friends with subtitles. She learned expressions like, what's up? And no way, things you don't find in textbooks. That's brilliant. Tell me, why did she choose Friends specifically? It was funny and easy to understand. Plus, the characters use everyday language that real people actually speak.
Perfect choice. TV shows are like having conversations with native speakers. You hear natural speech patterns and learn pronunciation. Exactly. And Maria had another clever strategy. She made herself talk to waiters and cashiers. Every coffee shop visit became English practice. Oh, wow, that's such a smart idea. But wasn't she nervous at first? Of course, she was terrified. But she started with simple things like ordering coffee or asking about the weather. Small conversations build confidence step by step. It's like exercising. You start with light weights and build strength over time.
Perfect analogy. And Maria also discovered that music was a great learning tool. She would look up lyrics and sing along. Really? How did that help her English? Music helped her understand the rhythm of English and remember new words. At first, she sounded terrible, but it was fun. I love that she didn't worry about sounding perfect. But Ryan, let's talk about the emotional side. How did she handle feeling homesick? This part really touched me, Emma. Maria missed her family so much, especially during those quiet nights in her dorm room.
Oh, those lonely nights must have been so hard. What specific things helped her feel better? She would cry and wonder if moving to America was the right choice, but she found ways to cope with these feelings. That breaks my heart, but you know what? Those feelings are completely normal for anyone living abroad. Absolutely, she created a beautiful routine. Every Sunday morning she would call her family for at least one hour. I love that consistency. What else did she do to stay connected? She sent them photos of her daily life, her dorm room, friends, campus, and even her meals. This helped her family feel connected, too.
What a thoughtful way to include her family in her new adventure. And didn't she also celebrate Mexican holidays in America? Yes, for Mexican Independence Day, she organized a celebration with other Mexican students. They made traditional food and played Mexican music. That's wonderful. It shows you can honor your culture while embracing new experiences. But how did she deal with cultural differences? Oh, this is interesting. Maria noticed that Americans are very direct in communication while Mexicans often use more indirect language.
Really? Can you give us an example? Sure, someone told her "break a leg" before a presentation. In Mexico, that would be terrible to say, but it means good luck in English. Oh, my goodness, how confusing. I bet she was shocked at first. She was completely confused, but it taught her that being direct doesn't mean being rude. It's just a different communication style. What an important lesson for international students.
Now, speaking of new experiences, Ryan, tell us about Maria's friendship strategy. Oh, this is genius. Maria joined the International Student Organization and the Spanish Club. Two different clubs. That's smart. How did each one help her? The International Student Organization was perfect because everyone understood what it's like to be far from home. Like a support group for international students, what about the Spanish club? That was brilliant. She helped Americans learn Spanish and they helped her with English. It was a perfect language exchange.
What a win-win situation, but my favorite part is when she invited classmates over for Mexican dinner. Tell us about that. She was so nervous, she wasn't sure if they would like Mexican food so she made tacos, guacamole, and rice with beans. And how did her classmates react? They absolutely loved it. Some had never tried authentic Mexican food before. They were excited to learn about her culture. That's so sweet. Food is such a wonderful way to share your culture and make friends.
It really is and Maria learned that people are curious about different cultures, sharing her heritage actually brought people closer to her. Beautiful. Now, Ryan, let's talk about challenges. What was the hardest part of Maria's journey? Honestly, it was those moments of self-doubt. When she made mistakes, she wanted to hide and not try again. Oh, that fear of making mistakes. How did she overcome it? She realized that mistakes were actually her best teachers. Every error helped her learn something new about English.
Such wisdom. What else did she discover about herself during this journey? She found out she was much stronger than she thought. At first, she was scared and unsure about everything. And how did she feel after one year? Now she feels confident and at home in America. She can have conversations without feeling nervous. What an incredible transformation. I get goosebumps hearing that.
And she has amazing practical advice for anyone thinking about studying abroad. Her tips are so helpful. First, don't try to change everything about yourself to fit in. Stay proud of who you are. That's so important. Your unique perspective is valuable. What's her second piece of advice? Be patient with yourself, learning a language and adapting to a new culture takes time. And some days will be harder than others, right? Exactly. That's completely normal. You need to accept that progress isn't always steady.
Such wisdom. And I think her third tip is crucial. Create a support system. Yes, find people who understand what you're going through. Other international students, kind teachers, or welcoming friends. You don't have to do this alone. What about her fourth tip? It's about balance stay connected to home but don't live in the past. Call your family, but also embrace new experiences. Perfect balance and her final piece of advice. Remember why you came when things get difficult. Think about your goals and dreams. They will give you strength.
So powerful. Now Ryan, let's give our listeners some specific action steps they can take today. Great idea first, start Maria's one hour English rule. Speak English for at least one hour every day. And how can they practice if they don't have English speaking friends yet? Talk to cashiers, waiters, or even practice speaking to yourself in the mirror. Every conversation counts. I love the mirror idea.
What about the TV show strategy? Pick one English show you enjoy and watch it with subtitles. Write down new expressions and try using them. Excellent and don't forget about music, right? Absolutely find English songs you like, look up the lyrics and sing along. It's fun and helps with pronunciation.
Now for our listeners who might be feeling homesick or discouraged, what would you say? Remember that you're not alone. Every English learner faces these challenges. It's part of the journey. And Maria's story proves that with courage, patience, and practice, you can achieve incredible things. Emma, Maria's story shows us that learning English and living in a new country is challenging, but incredibly rewarding. You grow in ways you never expected. You make friends who will change your life forever. And you see the world and yourself in a completely new way. It's truly life-changing.
For our listeners learning English, here's what I want you to remember. Every conversation you have is progress. Every TV show you watch every mistake you make is helping you grow. Don't underestimate small steps. And like Maria learned, the most important thing is to not be afraid to speak up. Most people are patient when they see you're trying. They want to help you succeed.
So here's our challenge for you. This week, have one conversation in English every day. It can be ordering coffee, asking for directions, or chatting with a classmate. Start small and build confidence. And remember Maria's TV show strategy. Notice how people really talk, not just textbook English. Perfect, and if you make a mistake, celebrate it. It means you're trying and learning. Maria's message is so powerful, trust yourself. Be brave, and don't give up on your dreams. The world is full of amazing opportunities waiting for you. Your English journey is just the beginning.
Before we finish, let's recap Maria's key strategies for our listeners. Number one, practice speaking English for one hour every day, even if it's just talking to yourself. Number two, watch English TV shows with subtitles to learn natural expressions. Number three, use music to improve your pronunciation and remember new vocabulary. Number four, turn every interaction into English practice, with cashiers, waiters, anyone. And finally, don't be afraid of mistakes. They're your best teachers. Thank you for joining us on Half Hour English today. Maria's story shows us what's possible with determination. Keep learning, keep growing, and keep exploring. We believe in you until next time this is Ryan. And Emma, reminding you that every step forward in your English journey matters. Take care, everyone. 上面就是七彩网帮您整理的关于沉浸式英文听力的内容,希望对您有一些帮助!

- confidence
名词信心; 信任; 秘密
形容词骗得信任的; 欺诈的
1. 信任;信赖
If you have confidence in someone, you feel that you can trust them.e.g. I have every confidence in you...
我完全相信你。
e.g. This has contributed to the lack of confidence in the police...
这导致了大家对警方缺乏信任。2. 自信;信心
If you have confidence, you feel sure about your abilities, qualities, or ideas.e.g. The band is on excellent form and brimming with confidence...
这支乐队状态极佳,自信满满。
e.g. I always thought the worst of myself and had no confidence whatsoever.
我老是妄自菲薄,没有一点儿信心。3. 肯定;把握
If you can say something with confidence, you feel certain it is correct.e.g. I can say with confidence that such rumors were totally groundless.
我可以肯定地说这样的谣言完全没有根据。4. 私下;秘密
If you tell someone something in confidence, you tell them a secret.e.g. We told you all these things in confidence...
我们告诉你的这些事都需要保密。
e.g. Even telling Lois seemed a betrayal of confidence.
即使是告诉洛伊丝都好像是在泄密。5. 秘密;知心话
A confidence is a secret that you tell someone.e.g. Gregory shared confidences with Carmen.
格雷戈里和卡门说了知心话。6. see also: vote of no confidence
- communication
名词交流; 通讯,通信; 书信; 传达
1. (尤指依靠电或无线电波的)通信系统,通信
Communications are the systems and processes that are used to communicate or broadcast information, especially by means of electricity or radio waves.e.g. ...a communications satellite.
通讯卫星
e.g. ...communications equipment.
通讯设备2. 消息;信息
A communication is a message.e.g. The ambassador has brought with him a communication from the President.
大使带来了总统的口信。3. see also: communicate
- culture
名词文化; 养殖; [生物学](微生物等的)培养; 修养
及物动词培植,培养
1. 文化,文明(如艺术、哲学)
Culture consists of activities such as the arts and philosophy, which are considered to be important for the development of civilization and of people's minds.e.g. There is just not enough fun and frivolity in culture today.
当今的文化恰恰是不够轻松有趣。
e.g. ...aspects of popular culture.
大众文化的方方面面2. 文化(尤指拥有特定信仰、生活方式或艺术形式的社会或文明)
A culture is a particular society or civilization, especially considered in relation to its beliefs, way of life, or art.e.g. ...people from different cultures...
来自不同文化背景的人们
e.g. I was brought up in a culture that said you must put back into the society what you have taken out.
我成长于其中的那个社会文化认为,取之社会必须回报社会。3. 文化(某组织或群体的一致习惯和行为方式)
The culture of a particular organization or group consists of the habits of the people in it and the way they generally behave.e.g. But social workers say that this has created a culture of dependency, particularly in urban areas...
然而社会工作者认为这使得人们普遍产生了依赖,尤其是在城市地区。
e.g. The institutions have realised they need to change their culture to improve efficiency and service.
这些机构已经意识到需要改变他们的内部文化以提高效率、改进服务。4. 培养物;培养菌;培养细胞
In science, a culture is a group of bacteria or cells which are grown, usually in a laboratory as part of an experiment.e.g. ...a culture of human cells.
人类细胞的培养物
e.g. ...a number of tissue culture experiments.
多次组织细胞培养实验5. 培养(细菌);培植(细胞)
In science, to culture a group of bacteria or cells means to grow them, usually in a laboratory as part of an experiment.e.g. To confirm the diagnosis, the hospital laboratory must culture a colony of bacteria.
为进一步确诊,医院实验室必须培养一个细菌菌落。
e.g. ...cultured human blood cells.
培养的人体血细胞 - exchange
名词交换; 交易所; 交易; 兑换(率)
及物动词兑换; 交换,互换; 交换,调换
不及物动词交换,替换; 进行易货贸易,作物物交换; [金融业](货币)交换,兑换
1. 交换;互换
If two or more people exchange things of a particular kind, they give them to each other at the same time.e.g. We exchanged addresses and Christmas cards...
我们交换了地址和圣诞贺卡。
e.g. The two men exchanged glances...
那两个男人互相扫了一眼。2. 调换,交换,更换(尤指更好或更令人满意的东西)
If you exchange something, you replace it with a different thing, especially something that is better or more satisfactory.e.g. ...the chance to sell back or exchange goods...
回销或调换商品的机会
e.g. If the car you have leased is clearly unsatisfactory, you can always exchange it for another.
如果你对租借的车明显不满意,可随时另换一辆。3. 短暂的交谈;(常指)口角,争吵
An exchange is a brief conversation, usually an angry one.e.g. There've been some bitter exchanges between the two groups.
两组之间发生过一些激烈的争吵。4. 交战;交火
An exchange of fire, for example, is an incident in which people use guns or missiles against each other.e.g. There was an exchange of fire during which the gunman was wounded...
有过交火,其间那名持枪歹徒受伤了。
e.g. This could intensify the risk of a nuclear exchange.
这可能会加剧爆发核战争的危险。5. (不同国家人们之间的)交流,互访
An exchange is an arrangement in which people from two different countries visit each other's country, to strengthen links between them.e.g. ...a series of sporting and cultural exchanges with Seoul...
和首尔之间的一系列体育和文化交流
e.g. ...educational exchanges for young people...
面向年轻人的教育交流6. 交易大厅;交易所
Exchange is used in the names of some places where people used to trade and do business with each other.e.g. ...the Royal Exchange.
皇家交易所7. 同telephone exchange
The exchange is the same as the telephone exchange .8. see also: corn exchange;foreign exchange;stock exchange
9. 作为交换
If you do or give something in exchange for something else, you do it or give it in order to get that thing.e.g. It is illegal for public officials to solicit gifts or money in exchange for favors...
公务员通过索要礼物或钱财作为为他人提供便利的交换是违法的。
e.g. He paid her a huge salary. In exchange, he was assured of her vote.
他给她支付了很高的薪水,作为交换,他确定能够得到她的选票。 - patience
名词忍耐; 耐心,耐性; 单人纸牌游戏
1. 容忍;耐心;忍耐力
If you have patience, you are able to stay calm and not get annoyed, for example when something takes a long time, or when someone is not doing what you want them to do.e.g. He doesn't have the patience to wait...
他没有耐心等待。
e.g. It was exacting work and required all his patience.
工作很艰巨,需要他有极大的耐心。2. 单人纸牌游戏
Patience is a card game for only one player.e.g. He would often sit and play patience.
他常常坐着玩单人纸牌游戏。in AM, use 美国英语用 solitaire- progress
名词进步; 前进; [生物学]进化; (向更高方向)增长
动词发展; (使)进步,(使)进行; 促进
不及物动词发展; (向更高方向)增进
The noun is pronounced /'pr??gres, am 'prɑ?-/. The verb is pronounced /pr?'gres/. 名词读作 /'pr??gres, 美 'prɑ?-/,动词读作 /pr?'gres/。- rhythm
名词[诗]节奏,韵律; [医]节律,规律; [乐]节拍; [艺]调和
1. (声音或运动的)节奏,韵律,节拍
A rhythm is a regular series of sounds or movements.e.g. His music of that period fused the rhythms of Jazz with classical forms...
他那个时期的音乐将爵士乐的韵律和古典音乐的形式融合在了一起。
e.g. He had no sense of rhythm whatsoever...
他没有任何节奏感。2. (身体、季节、潮汐等的)规律性变化,节奏
A rhythm is a regular pattern of changes, for example changes in your body, in the seasons, or in the tides.e.g. Begin to listen to your own body rhythms.
开始聆听你自己身体的节奏。
e.g. ...the seasonal rhythm of the agricultural year.
一年中农业的季节性- transformation
名词变化; […]lt;核[…]gt;转换; […]lt;语[…]gt;转换; […]lt;电[…]gt;变换
- expressions
表示;表情( expression的名词复数 );表达式;词;
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