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Jul 2022
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Studying Abroad in the UK: Cultural Diff...

English With Grace
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📝 Episode Summary:
Are you considering studying abroad in the UK? In this episode of Speak English Confidently, Grace talks with Alison, who shares her experience moving from China to the United Kingdom to pursue her studies. Alison reflects on cultural differences she noticed while living in Bristol, and how embracing diversity has shaped her journey. This conversation helps English learners build vocabulary for talking about travel, education, and cultural adaptation.

Spanish: ¿Estás pensando en estudiar en el Reino Unido? En este episodio de Speak English Confidently, Grace conversa con Alison, quien comparte su experiencia de mudarse de China al Reino Unido para continuar sus estudios. Alison reflexiona sobre las diferencias culturales que notó mientras vivía en Bristol, y cómo abrazar la diversidad ha transformado su experiencia. Esta conversación te ayudará a aprender vocabulario sobre viajes, educación y adaptación cultural.

💬 Quote from Alison shared in this episode:
"Cultural differences should not separate us from each other, but rather cultural diversity brings a collective strength that can benefit all of humanity." – Robert Alan

🌟 In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

  • Talk about studying abroad and adjusting to a new culture

  • Use vocabulary related to education, community, and diversity

  • Reflect on cultural differences and shared human experiences

🌟 En este episodio aprenderás a:

  • Hablar sobre estudiar en el extranjero y adaptarse a una nueva cultura

  • Usar vocabulario relacionado con la educación, la comunidad y la diversidad

  • Reflexionar sobre las diferencias culturales y las experiencias humanas compartidas

📝 Journal Prompt / Reflexión escrita:
What would you be most excited — and most nervous — about if you moved to another country? How would you explain your feelings in English?
¿Qué te emocionaría más — y qué te pondría más nervioso(a) — si te mudaras a otro país? ¿Cómo explicarías tus sentimientos en inglés?

🌍 About this podcast / Sobre este podcast:
Speak English Confidently is a podcast for English learners who want to improve their pronunciation, vocabulary, and everyday communication. Hosted by Grace from English with Grace — helping you speak clearly, confidently, and naturally.
Speak English Confidently es un podcast para estudiantes de inglés que quieren mejorar su pronunciación, vocabulario y comunicación diaria. Conducido por Grace de English with Grace — para que hables con claridad, confianza y naturalidad.

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