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I think more foreigners will visit Japan in the future. I have two reasons. First, there are many places to see in Japan. For example, Kyoto is famous for its old temples and shrines. Second, Japan is safe. People can walk safely on most streets even at night. That is why I think more foreigners will come to Japan
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My English learning notes 20231217

⭐️ Magnify

magnify something (to/by something) to make something look bigger than it really is, for example by using a lens or microscopeSYNONYM enlarge

  • bacteria magnified to 1 000 times their actual size
  • an image magnified by a factor of 4
  • The picture shows the insect’s head magnified ten times.

magnify something to make something bigger, louder or stronger

  • The sound was magnified by the high roof.
  • The dry summer has magnified the problem of water shortages.

magnify something to make something seem more important or serious than it really isSYNONYM exaggerate

  • The daring of his exploits had been hugely magnified by constant telling.

My English learning notes 20231218

⭐️ Dip

 to put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again

  •  dip something (into something) He dipped the brush into the paint.
  •  dip something (in) Dip your hand in to see how hot the water is.
  • The fruit had been dipped in chocolate.

dip something (British English) if you dip your headlights when driving a car at night, you make the light from them point down so that other drivers do not have the light in their eyes

dip into your pocket

dip a toe in/into something | dip a toe in/into the water

  1. (informal) to start doing something very carefully to see if it will be successful or not
    • We decided to dip a toe in the computer games market

My English learning notes 20231217

⭐️ Curb

curb something to control or limit something, especially something bad

SYNONYM check

  • He needs to learn to curb his temper.
  • a new law designed to curb harmful emissions from factories

⭐️ Appetite /ˈæpɪtaɪt/

physical desire for food

  • He suffered from headaches and loss of appetite.
  • The walk gave me a good appetite.
  • Don’t spoil your appetite by eating between meals.

a strong desire for something

  • sexual appetites
  • The preview was intended to whet your appetite (= make you want more).
  •  appetite for something The public have an insatiable appetite for scandal.
  • There is no appetite for (= people do not want) massive federal investment in the US.

⭐️ Land

to succeed in getting a job, etc., especially one that a lot of other people want

  •  land something He’s just landed a starring role in a Hollywood movie.
  •  land somebody/yourself something She’s just landed herself a company directorship.

fall/land on your feet

  1. ​to be lucky in finding yourself in a good situation, or in getting out of a difficult situation
    • You landed on your feet, getting such a well-paid job with so little experience.
    • Jim’s always getting himself in trouble, but he usually seems to fall on his feet.

My English learning notes 20231101

The model changed shirts in less than thirty seconds.

Where will you be when summer is over?

I was going to take her out, but she didn’t call me back.

What will you be doing for the Mid-Autumn Festival?

Do you want to hear some good news?

You’ll be receiving the document in a while?

I’m glad I found this mug at the flea market.

You shouldn’t play music too loud, especially on the subway.

He’s written a few computer programs before.

Is playing the violin your new hobby?

Have you seen a four-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment?

All of the walls were painted white last summer.

I broke the door, and now it won’t shut.

Do most of you work from home these days?

QA 1-5

Q1: Did you find this building OK?

A1: Yes, thank you, the directions you gave me were excellent.

Q2: Did it take you long to get here?

A2: It took me about an hour to get here from home. I took JR and Tokyo Metro, transferring twice.

Q3: Where did you learn English?

A3: I started to learning English in junior high school and continued in high school, and also attended an English conversation school for two years during high school. Those lessons gave me a good foundation, but my English improved the most when I participated in a three-month study abroad program in Australia, which included a homestay.

Q4: Why don’t you tell us a little a little about yourself?

A4-01: Ever since I was young, I’ve had a position for learning about or traveling to other countries, and I’ve always be curious about other cultures. I’ve known for a long time that I wanted to have a career in something related to business and using English. As my CV indicates, I have a degree in business administration with an emphasis on international business. I enjoy working with people from many places, and prefer working as part of a team as opposed to working by myself, but I’m comfortable either way. I welcome the challenge of leadership roles and am very goal-oriented.

A4-02: Currently, I work as an assistant manager in the Marketing Division of ABC Trading Company’s XYZ brand. I learned that you had an opening for brand manager and I could utilize my experience and skills to contribute to your company. I am a goal-oriented person with strong team building skills. As for my English ability, I have teleconferences and emails in English every day and I have no problem with that. My TOEIC score is 860. I really enjoy establishing new brands with team members with diverse backgrounds.

Q5: What do you know about our company?

A5: I understand you produce network security solutions for medium to large size companies in 23 countries. According to your website, 80 percent of your clients are from other countries, and I found it especially interesting that you have made aggressive inroads into Southeast Asian markets. I’d be excited to join your team and help you develop those markets, utilizing my English skills and knowledge of marketing and Asian cultures.