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Coffee Break German

CBG 3.34 | Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein | Der Abiball

Welcome back to a new episode of Coffee Break German Season 3. In this episode we are listening to the fourth part of our story series ‘Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein‘! In this segment of the story the whole family are attending the “Abiball” to celebrate the end of the twins’ school career. It is

Coffee Break Portuguese

CBP 1.04 | Where you live — How to talk about where you live in Portuguese

Ready to learn some more Portuguese on your coffee break? In this fourth lesson, we’ll be learning how to ask someone where they live and how to talk about where you live. We’ll also be taking some of our knowledge from previous episodes a step further by learning how to use the verb ser (“to

Coffee Break Gaelic

CBGa 1.03 | Where you’re from — Countries in Gaelic

Welcome back to the next episode of Coffee Break Gaelic! In this episode you will learn how to talk about where you are from. We’ll also cover the names for different countries in Gaelic and take a closer look at the verb “to be”.

Coffee Break Spanish

Capítulo 10 – ¡Esto pasa de castaño oscuro!

In Chapter 10 of La penúltima voluntad, Pilar searches for Carlos and calls Marta looking for answers before finding out that Carlos has been plotting a secret plan. Throughout the episode we hear some Galician words such as fochicar and estragar as well as some interesting Spanish expressions like: ser muy suyo/a and llevar por

Coffee Break Italian

CBI 3.33 | Il tesoro di Montespelonca | La paura fa novanta

In this episode of Coffee Break Italian Season 3 we listen to the third instalment of our story series ‘Il tesoro di Montespelonca‘! In this part of the story the residents of Montespelonca gather for a dinner in the square followed by a night walk to enjoy the stars. Alessandro and his friends tell a

Coffee Break German

CBG 3.33 | Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein | Vorfreude und Vorbereitungen

In episode 33 of Coffee Break German Season 3, we listen to the third instalment of our story series ‘Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein‘! After enjoying a delicious meal with their family to celebrate Marian and Lucie’s exam results, they sit down with their father Michael to further discuss preparations for moving to California. In

Coffee Break Gaelic

CBGa 1.02 | Introducing yourself – How to say “my name is…” in Gaelic

Join teacher Susanna and learner Mark for Episode 2 of Coffee Break Gaelic. In this lesson, you’ll learn greetings for different times of day, how to introduce yourself and how to ask the question “what is your name?”. In this episode you’ll also meet our Cultural Correspondent Rae, who will tell you how to address

Coffee Break Spanish

Capítulo 9 – Una entrevista con sorpresa

Following her latest clue, Marta finds herself at the Teatro Clásico and is taken aback by what is waiting for her there. While listening to this chapter, pay close attention to the interesting expressions which come up, including: tener delito, moririse de ganas de, costar trabajo and al borde de. We also learn about corrales

Coffee Break Italian

CBI 3.32 | Il tesoro di Montespelonca | Qualcosa di strano nell’aria

We’re back with a new episode of Coffee Break Italian Season 3 and another instalment of our story series “Il tesoro di Montespelonca“! In this episode Alessandro is worried about his lost dog, Stella, and takes it upon himself to ask around the village for any information. He soon learns that someone has heard about

Coffee Break German

CBG 3.32 | Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein | Zweifel und Zeugnisvergabe

We’re back with the next instalment of our story “Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein“! In this episode Marian is preparing to give a speech at school graduation, while Lucie has jumped ahead in planning her university accommodation. The more confident twin offers encouragement to her doubtful brother. In this episode, among other things, you can

Coffee Break Portuguese

CBP 1.02 | Introducing yourself — How to say “my name is…” in Portuguese

We’re back with Lesson 2 of Coffee Break Portuguese! This time we’ll learn some more greetings that you can use at different times of the day, how to ask what someone’s name is, and how to introduce yourself. Rafael and Ava also talk about how to address people formally and informally across different areas of

Coffee Break Gaelic

CBGa 1.01 | Meeting people – How to ask “how are you” in Gaelic

Ready to learn Gaelic on your coffee break? Welcome to our first episode of Coffee Break Gaelic, in this episode teacher Susanna and learner Mark will introduce some simple greetings. You’ll also learn how to ask “how are you?” and some different ways of answering this question.

Coffee Break Spanish

Capítulo 8 – Quique y sus helados

Welcome back to the next instalment of La Penúltima Voluntad! In this chapter, Marta takes a trip down memory lane as she makes her way to the ice-cream shop that she used to visit with her parents. While looking for her next clue, Marta uncovers some important information. Be sure to listen out for some

Coffee Break Italian

CBI 3.31 | Il tesoro di Montespelonca | Dov’è Stella?

In this episode of Coffee Break Italian Season 3 we are introducing our new story series ‘Il tesoro di Montespelonca’! Throughout the story we will put into practice all of the grammar and structures covered in the first 30 episodes of Season 3. It is set in Montespelonca, a lovely village in the centre of

Coffee Break German

CBG 3.31 | Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein | Endlich geschafft!

Welcome back to Coffee Break German Season 3! In this episode we are introduced to our new story – Ein Zwilling studiert selten allein! In the first instalment twins Marian and Lucie have received their school leaving results and are celebrating with friends. We hope your enjoy this 10 part story that reviews all the

Coffee Break Portuguese

CBP 1.01 | Meeting people — How to ask “how are you?” in Portuguese

Welcome to this first episode of Coffee Break Portuguese! Join teacher Rafael and learner Ava to start learning Portuguese right from the beginning. In our first lesson we’ll be learning key words and phrases like “hello”, “goodbye” and “thank you”. We’ll also learn how to ask “how are you?” and some possible ways to answer

Coffee Break Spanish

Capítulo 7 – La preocupación de Jorge

In Chapter 7 of La penúltima voluntad, we join Marta just as she receives a phone call from her husband, Jorge. Throughout the episode, we get to know a bit more about Marta’s personal life while hearing some interesting Argentinian expressions, including: estar hecho percha, copado, bárbaro and bancar.

Coffee Break Italian

CBI 3.30 | Modified nouns, adjectives and verbs | I consigli dell’architetto

Welcome back to another episode of Coffee Break Italian Season 3! In this episode we are learning about modified nouns and verbs, for example maritino, casetta and salterellare. Have you heard of these before? We then listen to a dialogue between architect Pizzi and signora De Marinis about renovation work that is underway in her

Coffee Break Spanish

Capítulo 6 – Un recuerdo entrañable

It’s time for the next instalment of La penúltima voluntad! After finding a riddle on the floor in the museum, Marta begins the scavenger hunt organised by her father. But where does the first clue lead to? While listening to this episode, take note of the range of nouns, including: acertijo, pista and comisura. We