In this delightful discussion, the host shares their passion for autumn, highlighting the crisp air and vibrant foliage. They explore the charm of layered fashion and the excitement of seasonal festivities like Halloween and Thanksgiving. Uniquely, the celebration of fall in Korea is compared to Canada, unveiling cultural insights. Delicious fall desserts and comforting foods take center stage, along with the thrill of outdoor adventures. Listeners are encouraged to join the community, sharing their own autumn experiences.
The arrival of fall is tied to a revitalizing back-to-school mindset, inspiring increased focus on personal growth and learning.
Celebrating autumn in both Canada and Korea highlights cultural practices of community, feasting, and the enjoyment of delicious seasonal foods.
Deep dives
The Back to School Mindset
The arrival of fall brings a revitalizing back-to-school mindset, a cherished aspect of the season. In Canada, fall signifies the beginning of a new academic year, marking a shift in focus from summer relaxation to intensive learning. This transition evokes a strong urge to dive into studies, which translates into an increased commitment to personal goals, like mastering a new language or reading more. As fall begins, the speaker finds renewed motivation not just for formal education, but also for personal growth and intellectual engagement, particularly in learning Korean.
Celebration of Fall Holidays
Fall is celebrated with some of the speaker's favorite holidays, including Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Chuseok, which enrich the season's joy. Each of these holidays revolves around cultural practices of feasting, sharing, and togetherness, which resonates deeply with the speaker. Although traditional Canadian Thanksgiving celebrations may be difficult to recreate in Korea, the shared experiences of food and community during Chuseok provide a satisfying alternative. Halloween also holds nostalgic value, evoking fond childhood memories even as the speaker enjoys the holiday in a more subdued manner today.
Delight in Fall Foods
The autumn season is synonymous with an array of delicious foods that the speaker genuinely enjoys. Fall vegetables and fruits like pumpkins, squash, and sweet potatoes allow for exciting cooking opportunities, particularly roasting, which is preferable as temperatures cool. Additionally, the return of cooler weather signals the start of tea drinking, which becomes a comforting ritual during the fall months. With holidays like Halloween providing the perfect reason to indulge in seasonal sweets, the speaker looks forward to the culinary delights that autumn promises.
Do you love the fall season as much as Andrew does? In this bonus episode, Andrew lists his top six favorite things about autumn. He talks about everything from the freshness of the crisp air to delicious fall desserts. He also talks about how fall is uniquely celebrated in Korea compared to Canada.
What you'll learn:
Listening practice: Improve your English listening skills by following along with a native speaker's discussion about the fall season.
Vocabulary expansion: Learn specific autumn-related vocabulary like "layered look," "crisp air," and "ablaze with color."
Idioms and expressions: Learn idioms such as “ungodly amount of [something]” “double down on [something]” and “knock on wood” and how they are used in everyday conversation.
Cultural tips: Discover the differences in autumn celebrations in Canada and Korea, deepening your global cultural awareness.
Pronunciation practice: Focus on the pronunciation of new vocabulary and expressions within a natural speaking context, improving your speaking and listening accuracy.
English speaking practice: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.
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