Video on what fluency actually is
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USING ADVANCED CONNECTORS IN SPEECH
USE OF:
WITHOUT FURTHER ADO
IN A NUTSHELL...
THE LONG STORY SHORT...
TO WRAP UP....
IN ADDITION TO THAT...
IN SHORT...
ON THE PLUS SIDE...
TO PUT IT STARKLY...
THAT SAID (WITH THAT BEING SAID --- more formal...)
FIRST AND FOREMOST....
WITHOUT FURTHER ADO
Ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, here's the winner of the award!
Without further ado, let's dive into the main presentation.
Without further ado, I present my new recipe for arepas.
IN A NUTSHELL
In a nutshell, the trip to Cartagena was amazing but expensive.
In a nutshell, climate change affects coffee production in Colombia.
In a nutshell, learn phrasal verbs daily to improve your English fast.
THE LONG STORY SHORT (TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT)
To make a long story short, I missed the bus and arrived late.
The long story short, the meeting was canceled at the last minute.
To make a long story short, we fixed the WiFi issue in Medellín.
TO WRAP UP
To wrap up, thank you for joining this English grammar lesson.
To wrap up, the best visa option is the digital nomad one for Colombia.
To wrap up, practice idioms like these every day.
IN ADDITION TO THAT
The food was delicious. In addition to that, the service was excellent.
She studies grammar. In addition to that, she teaches online classes.
In addition to that, we'll cover phrasal verbs next week.
IN SHORT
The concert was loud and crowded. In short, not my favorite.
In short, remote teaching via Preply works great from Antioquia.
Prices rose, sales dropped. In short, business struggled.
ON THE PLUS SIDE
The rain ruined the hike, but on the plus side, we found a great café.
On the plus side, English memes help with slang practice.
The flight was delayed, on the plus side, we got free snacks.
TO PUT IT STARKLY
To put it starkly, the government's plan failed completely.
Corruption is widespread. To put it starkly, trust is low in politics.
To put it starkly, without practice, you'll forget these connectors.
THAT SAID (WITH THAT BEING SAID - more formal)
I love Medellín's weather. That said, traffic is a nightmare.
The class was tough. With that being said, you all improved a lot.
That said, we need more examples to master idioms.
FIRST AND FOREMOST
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First and foremost, focus on grammar basics before advanced idioms.
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Traffic Congestion in Medellín
Medellín's rapid growth has led to severe traffic jams. First and foremost, the city's narrow roads can't handle millions of cars and motos daily. In addition to that, public transport like the Metro is overcrowded. Without further ado, let's admit the problem worsens during rush hour. In a nutshell, drivers waste hours stuck. To make a long story short, infrastructure lags behind population booms. On the plus side, bike lanes are expanding. That said, pollution from vehicles is skyrocketing. To put it starkly, without more buses, we'll choke in gridlock. In short, solutions like carpooling are urgent. To wrap up, what do you think—should Medellín ban private cars downtown? How would you fix this?
Public Safety Concerns
Safety in Medellín has improved since the 90s, but challenges remain. First and foremost, petty theft targets tourists in El Poblado. In addition to that, nighttime streets feel unsafe in some comunas. Without further ado, statistics show rising moto robberies. In a nutshell, trust in police varies by neighborhood. To make a long story short, community programs help but aren't enough. On the plus side, apps like "Denuncia Segura" empower citizens. That said, violence linked to gangs persists. To put it starkly, ignoring root causes like poverty dooms progress. In short, education is key. To wrap up, do you feel safe walking alone at night? What safety measures would you propose?
Air Pollution Issues
Medellín battles air pollution from traffic and industry. First and foremost, PM2.5 levels often exceed WHO limits. In addition to that, the valley's geography traps smog. Without further ado, construction dust worsens it yearly. In a nutshell, health risks like asthma rise among kids. To make a long story short, electric buses are a start but too few. On the plus side, green initiatives plant thousands of trees. That said, factories evade regulations. To put it starkly, we're poisoning our lungs for growth. In short, stricter laws are needed. To wrap up, how does pollution affect your daily life? Should fines for polluters increase?
SHARE YOUR INPUT ABOUT THIS VIDEO.... USE AS MANY CONNECTORS AS YOU CAN
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TALKING ABOUT POSSIBILITIES AND HYPOTHESES... MAY AND MIGHT... THEORIZING
WARM-UP. HOW DO YOU THINK LIFE EVOLVED OR CAME INTO EXISTENCE ON EARTH? SHARE YOUR THEORY
HOW DO YOU THINK LIFE MIGHT BE WITHIN 50 YEARS? DO YOU THINK THERE MIGHT BE MORE CRIME AND THE WORLD IS GOING TO BE MORE DANGEROUS?
HOW DO YOU THINK OVERALL EDUCATION MIGHT BE IN SOME YEARS? DO YOU THINK IT WILL CHANGE OR GET WORSE? JUSTIFY
What may happen to global temperatures this year due to climate change?
How might Donald Trump's policies affect international trade in 2026?
Which country may win the most Olympic medals in the next Games?
Might AI replace teachers in schools by 2030? Why or why not?
What may be the outcome of elections in Latin America this year?
How might space tourism change by the end of the decade?
Which cultural festival may become the most popular worldwide soon?
Might renewable energy solve the energy crisis completely?
What may happen in the Middle East conflict next year?
Example
It may rise by 1.5°C, but it might not if we act now.
Tech in 2030
Experts say technology may change our lives completely by 2030. Smart cities might solve traffic problems with flying cars. People may work from home more, using virtual reality offices. Robots might cook dinner and clean houses every day.
However, not everything is certain. AI may help doctors cure diseases faster, but it might also take many jobs. Privacy may disappear if cameras watch us everywhere. Governments might create new laws to protect data.
Young people think social media might evolve into brain-computer links. We may talk without words! Energy might come from the sun and wind completely. Cars may drive themselves safely on every road.
Experts warn: changes may bring happiness, but they might
create inequality too. Rich countries may advance faster while others wait.
What do you think? Technology might make a perfect world, or it may bring big
challenges. The future is uncertain, but exciting!
According to the text, what may technology change completely by 2030?
How might smart cities solve traffic problems?
Why might AI take many jobs, even if it helps doctors?
What may happen to privacy if cameras are everywhere?
What does the text say technology might do to create inequality?
Climate in 2040
Scientists predict big changes by 2040. Global temperatures
may rise two degrees if we don't act. Sea levels might cover island cities like
Miami. Storms may become stronger and more frequent every year.
Farmers might grow less food because of dry land. Animals
may lose their homes in forests and ice. People might move to new countries to
find water and safety.
Good news? Solar power may replace oil completely. Electric
planes might fly without pollution. Cities may plant green walls to cool
buildings. Governments might work together for clean air.
However, rich nations may adapt faster while poor ones
suffer. Food prices might double, causing hunger. Leaders warn: we may stop the
worst if we start now, but we might fail if leaders argue.
Young activists say hope exists. They may change the world
with protests and ideas. Technology might save nature if we use it right. What
may happen depends on us. Will we act, or might it be too late? The planet
waits.
What may happen to global temperatures by 2040 if we do not
act?
How might sea levels affect island cities like Miami?
Why might farmers grow less food in the future?
What may solar power replace completely, according to the
text?
Why might rich nations adapt faster than poor ones to
climate changes?
SHARE YOUR INPUT ABOUT THIS VIDEO. USE MIGHT OR MAY TO TALK ABOUT EVENTS THAT COULD BE HAPPENING IN THE NEAR FUTURE. USE MIGHT TO EXPRESS VERY LOW LIKELIHOOD
USE MAY TO THEORIZE ABOUT THESE PICTURES
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