Archive for February 2024
Serious Talk at Tel Aviv Cafe: Delving into the Essence of Words
Fluent Fiction – Hebrew www.FluentFiction.org/Hebrew Story Transcript: He: בלב תל אביב, במרכז המלהיב, תחת השמיים הכחולים, נמצא פינת קפה מקומית בתוך קניון קטן. באותה בו קרה, דוד, שרה, ויעל נחתו שם על ספה נמוכה, ליד שולחן זכוכית קטן שבמרכזו עמדה ונה ז’אקלין קטנה, משמיעות שבוע גאולה. En: In the heart of Tel Aviv, in the…
Read MorePizzas in Rome: A Love Story in Ten Boxes
Fluent Fiction – Italian www.FluentFiction.org/Italian Story Transcript: It: Soffiava un vento dolce nelle strette strade di Roma, abbracciando ogni palazzo, ogni stradina, ogni pietra di Trastevere, in una sera d’estate. En: A gentle wind was blowing through the narrow streets of Rome, embracing every building, every alley, every stone of Trastevere, on a summer evening.…
Read MoreStinky Tofu and Sincere Revelations in a Beijing Banquet
Fluent Fiction – Mandarin Chinese www.FluentFiction.org/Mandarin Chinese Story Transcript: Zh: 在北京的闹市区，灯火辉煌的高楼里，一场商务晚宴正在峰回路转之间。金光闪闪的餐厅，倒映出的是人们紧绷的笑容和微妙的心态。诸如此类的场合，才华横溢的李明总是如鱼得水。一身定制西装，温文尔雅，沉稳内敛。他的朋友张伟，相形见绌，一袭随意打扮，更像是一个情绪的释放者，经常开一些无厘头的玩笑，给那些在形式和面具下窒息的人们带来一丝丝的解厄。 En: In the bustling area of Beijing, within the brilliantly lit high-rise buildings, a business banquet is taking place amidst twists and turns. The glistening restaurant reflects the tense smiles and subtle mindsets of the people. In such occasions, the talented Li Ming always…
Read MoreAnna’s Hungarian Pronunciation Journey: A Heartfelt Wedding Toast
Fluent Fiction – Hungarian www.FluentFiction.org/Hungarian Story Transcript: Hu: Anna, egy fiatal orvos, aki Budapest forgalmas szívében él, mindig is elbűvölőnek és vonzónak találta a magyar kultúrát. Londonból költözött ide, ahol született és nevelkedett. Ahogy járt járdáról járdára, megcsodálva a gyönyörű épületeket, és elbűvölve a Duna látványától, folyamatosan azon tűnődött, hogy helyesen ejti-e a híres magyar…
Read MoreThe Coffee Chronicles: Oksana’s Espresso Escapade
Fluent Fiction – Ukrainian www.FluentFiction.org/Ukrainian Story Transcript: Uk: Велетенська кількість кави чекала на Оксану в палаці розкоші, який називається Львів. З давніх-давен Оксана мріяла про цей відвід. Вона хотіла вдихнути аромат незабутнього львівського ранку, вдихнути аромат свіжої кави з місцевої кав’ярні. En: A colossal amount of coffee awaited Oksana in the palace of luxury called…
Read MoreMiracle Vending Machine: How A Simple Bow Brought Joy
Fluent Fiction – Japanese www.FluentFiction.org/Japanese Story Transcript: Ja: 東京のどん詰まりのとある小さな裏通り。長いビルの影に沈むように佇む一台の自動販売機、そこが今日の物語の舞台だ。 静かな通りに、可愛らしい少女の姿が浮かんでくる。その名前はユキ。 En: In a small narrow alley in the heart of Tokyo, a solitary vending machine stands as if sinking in the shadow of a long building. This is the setting of today’s story. Through the quiet street, the figure of a lovely girl emerges. Her…
Read MoreUnveiling Friendship’s True Melody
Fluent Fiction – Korean www.FluentFiction.org/Korean Story Transcript: Ko: 그 날, 서울의 소란스러운 도시 풍경 속에 아지트 같은 한 노래방이 있었다. 민호의 생일을 축하하기 위한 장소였다. En: On that day, amidst the bustling urban landscape of Seoul, there was a hideaway-like karaoke room for celebrating Minho’s birthday. Ko: 개구장이 같던 어린시절부터 서로에게 필요한 존재였던 민호와 지혜.…
Read MoreThe Language Challenge: A Comical Journey to Pronounce ‘Scheveningen’
Fluent Fiction – Dutch www.FluentFiction.org/Dutch Story Transcript: Nl: Het was een zonnige dag in Amsterdam. In een klein en gezellig cafeetje bij het bekende Leidseplein zaten Anna, Pieter en Sofia. En: It was a sunny day in Amsterdam. In a small and cozy café near the famous Leidseplein, Anna, Pieter, and Sofia were sitting. Nl:…
Read MoreLost in Athens: a Journey of Imitations and Authenticity
Fluent Fiction – Greek www.FluentFiction.org/Greek Story Transcript: El: Δεν είναι ασυνήθιστο να χάνεσαι στις γωνιές της Αθήνας. En: It is not unusual to get lost in the corners of Athens. El: Ωστόσο, είναι λίγο πιο περίεργο όταν όλα τα κτίρια αρχίζουν να μοιάζουν σαν την Ακρόπολη. En: However, it is a little more peculiar when…
Read MoreSalsa, Laughter, and Sweet Mishaps in Plaza Garibaldi
Fluent Fiction – Spanish www.FluentFiction.org/Spanish Story Transcript: Es: En un colorido rincón de la bulliciosa Ciudad de México, vibrando con el ritmo incesante de la música salsa, vivía una joven apasionada llamada Sofía. En: In a colorful corner of the bustling City of Mexico, vibrating with the incessant rhythm of salsa music, lived a passionate…
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