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#242 (permalink) Thu Jan 31, 2008 15:25 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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Hi Aro,
So do you use the word "Abitur" in Polish too? Since Abitur is the term used for school exams in Germany I thought that you took this very exam rather than a Polish equivalent. Now I understand that you did your egzamin dojrzałości in Poland and just called it "Abitur". Is that right?
As for Hastings, yes I was there in the summer of 1999 to attend a course for English teachers and I also lived with a host family so I was in a pretty similar situation like you.
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Not soon, I'm afraid. I don't even want to go, as UK and Ireland are flooded with Poles nowadays (I'm sure Brits and the Irish on this forum can confirm that). I'm actually thinking about going to New Zealand after I graduate, but we'll see... What about you?
Yes, I called my "egzamin dojrzałości" (or simply matura) "Abitur", as you're German / you're living in Germany and that's it :)
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#243 (permalink) Thu Jan 31, 2008 18:52 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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Hi Aro,
Thanks a lot for clarifying the Abitur/matura question, now I know what you were talking about. It's interesting that you don't want to go to the UK or Ireland because you are afraid of running into too many of your country fellows. Do you think you will meet of them in smaller towns like Hastings? _________________ Test Of English for International Communication TOEIC Preparation & TOEIC Vocabulary |
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#244 (permalink) Fri Feb 01, 2008 13:21 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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| Torsten, I'll bet anything I'll find some in every town in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. I'm telling you - there's been a massive emmigration there. On one hand, it could be nice, because almost everywhere I go, I could feel a bit like home, because I'll be surrounded by my fellow countrymen, but on the other hand - what's the point in going abroad to feel at home? ;) |
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Aro I'm new here and I like it ;-)
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#245 (permalink) Fri Feb 01, 2008 18:48 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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Yes Aro, there obviously are a lot of Polish people in the UK and according to a BBC survey the vast majority of them are feeling much happier there than in back home in Poland. People have always been migrating between countries and I think in general this type of exchange is something positive.
I also think that if you want to mix with British people in the UK there will be enough of them and the fact that a few Poles are living there too, won't be an obstacle at all. Just think about it: How many people can keep a closer relationship with? Think about it: Because there has been an influx of Poles into the UK doesn't mean that now the number of British people living in the UK has decreased. So the chances to meet British people in the UK are still almost the same as they were before the Polish immigration wave if you can call it like this. _________________ Test Of English for International Communication TOEIC Preparation & TOEIC Vocabulary |
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#246 (permalink) Sat Feb 02, 2008 10:02 am A big hello to all new members! |
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Hello everyone,
Nice to meet you all here!
It is really a bit of excited to find this forum where I can enjoy and improve my English skill. I am from china. The reason to select teletubby as ID is I got a 4 years old boy who is in love with "telertubbies" so much. Sometimes I do wish I can live in that wonderland and be one of them as well.
I have learned english for many many years. So far, it is not as fluent as it should be. :P But I made up my decision to refresh it before I am too old to be able to learn.
I like to talk with people and know what's their interest and why they enjoy it. Because it is always amazing to find out new things that you never think of even to have a try. Sometimes, it might stimulate you to explore a new world.
It is a pleasure to share with you of my views later. |
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#247 (permalink) Sun Feb 03, 2008 1:04 am A big hello to all new members! |
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| Torsten: I'm aware of all that. Still, I don't wanna go there. Too many Poles for me, that's it. My ne aim is still New Zealand |
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Aro I'm new here and I like it ;-)
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#248 (permalink) Wed Feb 06, 2008 23:24 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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| hi there, i am pebbles and am hoping to refine my english vocabulary.glad to be here on this forum! |
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#249 (permalink) Wed Feb 13, 2008 12:53 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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Hello to everyone
I am Nakamura from Japan. I want to improve my English for my high studies (say for thesis writing). The most terrible thing I understood in my English was/is using phrases and clauses wrong way. This is a great service and nice place for members like us. I may be very poor in my English but eager to develop. I am very humble to consider all of your comments. I really appreciate whoever of you responds to my requests and even point out my English mistakes in my posts too. I would like to have some good sites or work available online for members like me.
With kindest regards
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Nakamura I'm new here and I like it ;-)
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#250 (permalink) Thu Feb 28, 2008 10:25 am A big hello to all new members! |
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Hi Nakamura,
Welcome to our community and sorry for my late response. I wish my Japanese was as good as your English! If you like, we can share ideas and techniques that will help you improve your English on a daily basis.
Please tell me more about your studies. What university are you at and what is the topic of your thesis?
Talk to you soon, Torsten _________________ Test Of English for International Communication TOEIC Preparation & TOEIC Vocabulary |
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#251 (permalink) Thu Mar 06, 2008 10:03 am A big hello to all new members! |
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| hi i'm jessica.. i'm from the philippines.. i'm an esl instructor to koreans.. nice to meet you all! |
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Gerjek I'm new here and I like it ;-)

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#252 (permalink) Thu Mar 06, 2008 10:42 am A big hello to all new members! |
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Hi Jessica,
Thank you for joining us. Please tell us more about your work as an ESL instructor. Who are your students and how many hours do you work per week? _________________ Test Of English for International Communication TOEIC Preparation & TOEIC Vocabulary |
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Torsten Learning Coach

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#253 (permalink) Thu Mar 06, 2008 11:02 am A big hello to all new members! |
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i work everyday from 2pm-11pm philippine time of course,.. ^_^ i teach Koreans on line.. i've been teaching for almost a year now.. |
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Gerjek I'm new here and I like it ;-)

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#254 (permalink) Thu Mar 06, 2008 11:48 am A big hello to all new members! |
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Wow,
That's intersting -- so you are an online English trainer? How did you start your career and what do you like most about your job? _________________ Test Of English for International Communication TOEIC Preparation & TOEIC Vocabulary |
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#255 (permalink) Thu Mar 06, 2008 12:06 pm A big hello to all new members! |
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hi,
well, my University course is Secondary Education maj. Communication Arts in English and i am really wanting to be a professional teacher someday.. actually i'm still studying and my current job helps me a lot.. i started this job when i was 19 years old.. at first, i thought this job is difficult but i soon realized it's way too difficult than what i expected.. *laughs* just kidding.. so far, everything about this job is great! i even got new friends because of this..
how about you? i can see that you're the site admin.. what's interesting about your current job?
i'm happy to be in this forum.. Thank you! ^_^
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Gerjek I'm new here and I like it ;-)

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