[Speaking] Part 2 + 3
total: 3-4 mins ( 1min preparation + 2 mins speech)
Describe 뒤의 단어를 본다 - 내가 말해야 할 category 가 무엇인지 확인
동사를 본다 - 시제 파악
형용사를 본다 - 이야기를 긍정적 / 부정적으로 할지 체크
육하원칙 파악 - 세부적인 이야기를 해야 하므로
Why 를 생각 - answer expansion을 위해서
키워드 작성 - 할 말을 단어로만 정리 (한국말로 써도 됨)
ex) Describe a famous athlete you know
You should say;
-Who he or she is
-How you know him or her
-What he or she has achieved
-Why he or she is famous
Yuna Kim figure-skater
She is the most popular figure-skater in Korea. Beautiful, perfect performance. First Korean figure-skater who won the gold medal in international competition. I can not count how many medals and awards she had been got.
She retired but still famous becuase of her positive and professional attitude. She said on one interview that she trained without any kind of specific worries and concerns. not a big thinking..
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The athlete I would like to talk about is Yuna Kim, a figure skater who is extremely popular in Korea and around the world.
Yuna Kim, often referred to as "Queen Yuna," is the most celebrated figure skater in Korea. I first learned about her through television broadcasts of figure skating competitions when I was younger. Her performances were always captivating, showcasing not only her incredible technical skills but also her artistic expression and grace.
Yuna Kim has achieved numerous accolades throughout her career. She made history as the first Korean figure skater to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, which she accomplished at the 2010 Vancouver Games. In addition to her Olympic success, she has won multiple World Championships and Grand Prix titles. It’s hard to count the exact number of medals and awards she has received because they are so numerous.
Even though she retired from competitive skating in 2014, Yuna Kim remains a beloved and influential figure. Her fame extends beyond her athletic achievements due to her positive and professional attitude. She has been a role model for many young athletes, demonstrating the importance of dedication and perseverance. In an interview, she once mentioned that she trained without any specific worries or concerns, focusing solely on her performance rather than overthinking. This mindset likely contributed to her success and is something that many people admire.
Yuna Kim is not only famous for her skating but also for her involvement in various charitable activities and her contributions to the sport even after her retirement. She continues to inspire people with her grace, both on and off the ice.
더 간결하고 쉽게 말할 수 있는 버전
The athlete I would like to talk about is Yuna Kim, a famous figure skater from Korea.
Yuna Kim is incredibly popular in Korea and around the world. I first learned about her through TV broadcasts of figure skating competitions. Her performances were always beautiful and perfect, showcasing her incredible skills and grace.
Yuna Kim made history as the first Korean figure skater to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, which she did in 2010 in Vancouver. She has also won many World Championships and Grand Prix titles. It's hard to count all the medals and awards she has received.
Even though she retired in 2014, Yuna Kim is still very famous. People admire her positive and professional attitude. In one interview, she mentioned that she trained without specific worries or concerns, just focusing on her performance.
Yuna Kim is not only known for her skating but also for her charity work and contributions to the sport. She continues to inspire many people with her grace and dedication.
ex) Describe a special cake you received from others
-When it happened
-Where it happened
-Who you got the cake from
-Why it was a special cake
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Cake
last day of my previous job
colleagues throw me a surprised party for me.
At the hospital, where my work place was at that moment.
memorable, They designed the cake by themselves. meaningful.
the rabbit is on the road just like me heading to another carreer path.
The name of the company I work with was written on the side of the cake. It was hilarious because I really hate working with them. 그케익에는 나의 직장에서의 희노애락을 다 담아서 너무 웃겼어. 나를 이해하고 내가 어떻게 일해왔는지를 봐온 사람만이 만들 수 있는 케익이어서 더욱 의미있었어.
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The most special cake I received was on the last day of my previous job. My colleagues threw a surprise party for me at the hospital where I was working at that time.
The cake was memorable because they designed it themselves. It was very meaningful to me. The cake had a rabbit on a road, symbolizing my journey to a new career path.
On the side of the cake, they wrote the name of the company I was leaving. It was hilarious because I really hated working there. The cake captured all the ups and downs I experienced at the job, which made it even funnier and more special.
It was a cake that only people who truly understood me and had seen how I worked could create. This made it incredibly meaningful and unforgettable.
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The most special cake I received was on the last day of my previous job. It happened when I was working at a hospital, and my colleagues organized a surprise party for me. It was a very touching moment because I had worked there for one year, which was quite a short time but I work like 80 hours a week so I had built strong relationships with my team.
The party took place in the staff lounge at the hospital. I was completely unaware of their plans, so when I walked into the room and saw the decorations and the cake, I was genuinely surprised.
The cake itself was incredibly memorable. My colleagues designed it themselves, which made it very meaningful to me. The centerpiece of the cake was a rabbit on a road, symbolizing my journey as I was about to embark on a new career path. This thoughtful detail showed how well they knew me and understood my feelings about leaving the job.
On the side of the cake, they wrote the name of the company I was working with. It was quite hilarious because everyone knew how much I disliked working with them. This little touch added a lot of humor to the situation and made everyone laugh. The cake really captured all the ups and downs, the highs and lows, that I experienced while working at that hospital.
What made the cake even more special was that it was created by people who truly understood me and had seen how hard I worked. They knew about my struggles and achievements, and they put all of that into the design of the cake. This personal touch made it incredibly meaningful and unforgettable.
Overall, that cake was not just a dessert; it was a symbol of my time at the hospital, the relationships I built, and the journey I was about to begin. It’s a memory I will always cherish.
- My friend threw me a bon boyage party for me.
- We wanted to have our last grand finale.
- Little did I know(나는 몰랐는데,), my friend, led by a really good friend of mine, Denise, had put a special order for a cake.
- I remember I was caught off-guard - I babbled for like a whole minute. 나는 저는 깜짝 놀랐던 기억이 납니다. 거의 1분 동안 횡설수설했어요
- I was caught off-guard - 깜짝 놀라다, 불시에 당하다
- I babbled - 횡설수설하다
- For like a whole minute - 거의 1분 동안
- On top of that, 추가로,
- thoughtful, moving, touching moment.
- go the extra mile 더더 노력하다.
Part 3
1. What are the differences between special food in your country and other countries?
We have our own special food, fermented food. spicy food, side dishes
--One of the main differences between special foods in Korea and those in other countries is our focus on fermented foods, spicy flavors, and a variety of side dishes.
In Korea, fermented foods like kimchi are very popular. Kimchi is made from fermented vegetables and is a staple in Korean meals, known for its tangy flavor and health benefits.
Korean cuisine is also known for its spiciness. Dishes like tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) and bibimbap (mixed rice with vegetables) often use spicy ingredients such as gochujang (red chili paste).
Lastly, Korean meals include a variety of side dishes called "banchan," like pickled vegetables and steamed eggs. This variety makes Korean meals unique compared to simpler meal structures in other countries.
2. Is there any food in your country that is eaten at special ties or special occasions?
On the day of New Year, Korean usually eat rice cake soup.
On Birthday, Korean eat seaweed soup. It came from mother need a various nutrition including Iodine, which Seaweed had a lot of. After birth, mothers tend to eat seaweed soup. that has lead to the birthday soup!
--Yes, in Korea, there are certain foods that are traditionally eaten on special occasions.
On New Year's Day, Koreans usually eat rice cake soup, called "tteokguk." It is believed that eating tteokguk on New Year's Day grants you good luck and signifies that you are one year older.
On birthdays, Koreans traditionally eat seaweed soup, known as "miyeok-guk." This tradition comes from the fact that mothers often eat seaweed soup after giving birth because it is rich in nutrients, including iodine, which is beneficial for recovery. Over time, this practice evolved into a tradition of eating seaweed soup on one's birthday as a way to honor and remember the mother's care.
These foods are not only delicious but also hold deep cultural significance, representing health, respect, and new beginnings.
3. Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
well, the reason some people tend to spend a lot of money on their meals on special days is just because they want the day more special. They want to make that day more menorable and meaningful for everyone.
--The reason some people spend a lot of money on meals on special days is that they want to make those days even more special. By dining at a fancy restaurant or having a lavish meal, they create memorable and meaningful experiences for everyone involved. It’s a way to celebrate and mark the occasion in a unique and significant way.
4. Do you think it is good to communicate when eating with your family?
Obviously. It is good and important to communicate when family dinner. It can be the education for children, time to relax for parents and time we can feel our family bone for everyone.
-Absolutely. It is both good and important to communicate during family meals. It provides an opportunity for parents to relax, for children to learn, and for everyone to strengthen family bonds. Sharing conversations at the dinner table helps build a sense of connection and support among family members.
- seasonal ingredients 계절 재료들
- What's more, 게다가,
- starch 전분, 전분기 있는
- delicacy 별미
- standard 보편적인
- lead a life:생활방식에서의 삶을 살다. -> leading a hectic life.: 정신 없이 바쁜 삶을 살다.
- live a life: 삶을 즐겨라(누려라)
- set time apart: 시간을 따로 내다. It is extremely difficult to set time apart to have some family time.
- Go the extra mile: 더더 노력하다 (예상한 것보다, 필요로 되는 것 보다)
She always goes the extra mile to make sure her clients are satisfied.
It's important to go the extra mile in your studies if you want to excel academically.
Going the extra mile for your friends and family can strengthen your relationships and build trust.