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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Secrets Unveiled: Finding Peace on Bornholm's Icy Shores Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-25-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Kasper trak vejret dybt ind, mens han gik hen ad den smalle, sneklædte sti, der førte til det lille wellness center på Bornholm.En: Kasper took a deep breath as he walked down the narrow, snow-covered path that led to the small wellness center on Bornholm.Da: Den kolde vintervind blæste mod hans ansigt, men han lod det ikke gå ham på.En: The cold winter wind blew against his face, but he didn't let it bother him.Da: Han var kommet for at finde ro.En: He had come to find peace.Da: Han havde brug for klarhed efter farens død, og dette sted ved kysten, med udsigt over det isnende Østersø, føltes som det rette valg.En: He needed clarity after his father's death, and this place by the coast, with a view of the icy Baltic Sea, felt like the right choice.Da: Inde i huset, hvor varmen fra stearinlysene og duften af eukalyptus fyldte rummet, ventede Signe allerede.En: Inside the house, where the warmth from the candles and the scent of eucalyptus filled the room, Signe was already waiting.Da: Hun sad krøllet sammen i en stol, med en kop te i hænderne.En: She was curled up in a chair with a cup of tea in her hands.Da: Signe var anderledes end Kasper; hun bar sin skepsis som en kappe og havde svært ved at åbne op om deres fælles fortid.En: Signe was different from Kasper; she wore her skepticism like a cloak and found it hard to open up about their shared past.Da: Men Kasper kunne se, at også hun bar på en tung byrde.En: But Kasper could see that she too carried a heavy burden.Da: Freja, retreatets leder, trådte roligt ind i rummet.En: Freja, the retreat's leader, calmly entered the room.Da: Hendes stemme var blød, når hun talte.En: Her voice was soft when she spoke.Da: Hun guidede Kasper og Signe ind i en meditation, en enkel rejse ind i sig selv.En: She guided Kasper and Signe into a meditation, a simple journey into themselves.Da: Kasper lukkede øjnene, lod Frejas ord føre ham væk fra nuet og ind i minderne.En: Kasper closed his eyes, letting Freja's words carry him away from the present and into memories.Da: Det var der, i den dybe stilhed, at en glemt hukommelse krøb frem.En: It was there, in the deep silence, that a forgotten memory crept forth.Da: Kasper så sig selv som barn, siddende ved spisebordet og lyttende til sin fars lave stemme.En: Kasper saw himself as a child, sitting at the dining table and listening to his father's low voice.Da: Men i stedet for farens beroligende ord, hørte Kasper noget andet.En: But instead of his father's soothing words, Kasper heard something else.Da: Noget om en hemmelighed, han aldrig havde forstået som barn.En: Something about a secret he had never understood as a child.Da: Kaspers øjne fløj op.En: Kasper's eyes flew open.Da: Ved et uheld havde han sagt det højt under meditationen.En: By accident, he had said it out loud during the meditation.Da: Signe kiggede op, chokeret.En: Signe looked up, shocked.Da: "Hvad taler du om, Kasper?"En: "What are you talking about, Kasper?"Da: spurgte hun.En: she asked.Da: Kasper tog en dyb indånding.En: Kasper took a deep breath.Da: "Jeg tror, far løj for os om noget vigtigt," svarede han forsigtigt.En: "I think Dad lied to us about something important," he answered cautiously.Da: "Noget om vores barndom."En: "Something about our childhood."Da: Freja så på dem med medfølelse.En: Freja looked at them with compassion.Da: Selv om hun kun var der som facilitator, vidste hun, at hun havde sat noget i gang.En: Even though she was only there as a facilitator, she knew she had set something in motion.Da: Kasper og Signe trak sig tilbage til en stille krog, hvor de kunne tale uforstyrret.En: Kasper and Signe withdrew to a quiet corner where they could talk undisturbed.Da: Kasper spurgte Signe direkte om deres far, og hvad hun vidste.En: Kasper asked Signe directly about their father and what she knew.Da: Signe tøvede, usikker på, om hun ville åbne denne dør.En: Signe hesitated, unsure whether she wanted to open this door.Da: Men noget i Kasper blik fik hende til at indse, at det var nødvendigt.En: But something in Kasper's gaze made her realize it was necessary.Da: De talte i timer, indtil mørket udenfor blev tættere og temperaturen faldt.En: They talked for hours until the darkness outside grew denser and the temperature dropped.Da: Signe betroede endelig Kasper om sine egne mistanker og frygt, noget hun aldrig havde delt før.En: Signe finally confided in Kasper about her own suspicions and fears, something she had never shared before.Da: Sammen sammensatte de brikkerne af deres fortid, indtil det begyndte at give mening.En: Together, they pieced together fragments of their past until it started to make sense.Da: I takt med at samtalen fortsatte, mærkede Kasper noget ændre sig i rummet.En: As the conversation continued, Kasper felt something change in the room.Da: Han følte sig lettet, næsten hel.En: He felt relieved, almost whole.Da: Og han så det samme i Signe.En: And he saw the same in Signe.Da: Deres fortid, det som var skjult, blev endelig forstået, og det bragte dem nærmere.En: Their past, what had been hidden, was finally understood, and it brought them closer.Da: Da natten var faldet helt på, og sneen stilnede af udenfor, krammede Kasper og Signe hinanden.En: As night fully set in and the snow abated outside, Kasper and Signe embraced each other.Da: De havde endelig fundet den sandhed, som deres far havde skjult, og med den, en dybere forbindelse til hinanden.En: They had finally found the truth their father had hidden, and with it, a deeper connection to each other.Da: Kasper fandt ikke kun klarhed, men også en følelse af tilhørsforhold.En: Kasper found not only clarity but also a sense of belonging.Da: Signe, derimod, begyndte at åbne op, en bevægelse mod at kunne forbinde sig dybere med sin bror og deres fælles historie.En: Signe, in contrast, began to open up, moving toward being able to connect more deeply with her brother and their shared history.Da: På denne frostklare vinternat ved kystens kant havde en hemmelighed ført dem til sandhed, og i den sandhed fandt de endelig fred.En: On this frost-clear winter night at the edge of the coast, a secret had led them to truth, and in that truth, they finally found peace. Vocabulary Words:narrow: smallecovered: sneklædteclarity: klarhedcoast: kystenchoice: valgscent: duftenskepticism: skepsisburden: byrdefacilitator: facilitatorcompassion: medfølelsecautiously: forsigtigtconfided: betroederelieved: lettetembraced: krammedebelonging: tilhørsforholdfragment: brikkernesuspicion: mistankerguidance: guidedecalmly: roligtburied: skjulthesitated: tøvedeunderstood: forståetretreat: retrætewarmed: varmetpenetrated: gennemtrængteenveloped: omsluttedefrost-clear: frostklareabated: stilnedeseeking: søgemolten: smeltede

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Finding Serenity: A Laugh in the Silence of Chaos Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-25-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 산의 상쾌한 공기가 정수의 얼굴을 치면서, 그녀는 내심 새로운 시작을 불렀다.En: The refreshing mountain air hit Jeongsu's face, and inwardly, she felt a call for a new beginning.Ko: 진수는 스트레스를 날려버리기 위해 이 영혼의 자유로운 여행을 선택했다.En: Jinsu chose this free-spirited journey to blow away stress.Ko: 그녀는 친구 혜진과 함께 휴식을 찾으러 왔다.En: She had come with her friend Hyejin seeking relaxation.Ko: "여기가 바로야," 혜진이 차에서 뛰어나오며 외쳤다.En: "This is the place," Hyejin exclaimed, jumping out of the car.Ko: 눈 덮인 소나무들과 아늑한 통나무집, 중앙 명상 홀이 그들을 반겼다.En: Snow-covered pine trees, cozy log cabins, and a central meditation hall greeted them.Ko: 겨울의 황량한 아름다움이 그 전경을 장식했다.En: The desolate beauty of winter decorated the landscape.Ko: 첫날 아침, 진수는 안내책자를 들여다보며 명상 수업을 기다리고 있었다.En: On the first morning, Jinsu was looking through the guidebook while waiting for the meditation class.Ko: 그녀는 일상에서 벗어날 기회를 반가워했다.En: She welcomed the opportunity to escape from everyday life.Ko: 선생님이 들어오고, 명상에 관한 간단한 설명이 이어졌다.En: The instructor entered and followed with a brief explanation about meditation.Ko: 그 사이 진수는 중요한 부분을 놓쳤다.En: During this, Jinsu missed an important part.Ko: "명상이 너무 좋아," 혜진이 속삭였다.En: "Meditation is so great," Hyejin whispered.Ko: 그러나 그 순간, 진수는 잡담을 멈추고 조용히 있어야 한다고 느꼈다.En: But at that moment, Jinsu felt she should stop chatting and remain quiet.Ko: 그녀는 아무 말도 하지 않았다.En: She said nothing.Ko: 시간이 지날수록 진수는 말이 없는 '서약'에 혼란스러웠다.En: As time went on, Jinsu was confused by the vow of silence.Ko: 혜진은 자유롭게 떠들었고, 그녀는 그것이 마음의 평화를 찾는 과정의 일부라 믿었다.En: Hyejin chatted freely, believing it was part of the process of finding inner peace.Ko: "이 침묵이 도움이 돼," 진수는 자신을 설득하려 했다.En: "This silence is helpful," Jinsu tried to convince herself.Ko: 둘째 날, 모든 것이 더 재미있어졌다.En: On the second day, everything became more fun.Ko: 혜진은 활동을 제안했다.En: Hyejin suggested activities.Ko: "눈사람 만들어!", "눈싸움 하자!".En: "Let's make a snowman!", "Let's have a snowball fight!".Ko: 그러나 진수는 과묵한 표정으로 고개만 끄덕였다.En: But Jinsu only nodded silently with a reserved expression.Ko: 결국 참을 수 없을 정도로 답답해진 진수는 명상홀에서 웃음이 터져 나왔다.En: Eventually, feeling unbearably stifled, Jinsu burst out laughing in the meditation hall.Ko: 혜진과 한 팀의 동료들이 그녀를 샛길로 끌고 나왔었다.En: Hyejin and teammates led her off a side path.Ko: "왜 이렇게 조용하지?" 혜진이 물었다.En: "Why are you so quiet?" Hyejin asked.Ko: 진수는 긴 설명 끝에 입을 열었다.En: After a long explanation, Jinsu finally spoke.Ko: "아, 나는 사실 침묵의 서약을 잘못 이해했어!"En: "Oh, I actually misunderstood the vow of silence!"Ko: 그제야 폭소가 터졌다.En: Laughter erupted then.Ko: 진수는 바로 모든 것이 마침내 웃음거리라는 것을 깨달았다.En: Jinsu realized it was all finally a matter of humor.Ko: 모든 사람은 짐짓 조용해졌다가 다시 웃음을 터뜨렸다.En: Everyone pretended to be quiet again and then burst into laughter.Ko: 이후 진수는 혜진과 활기찬 대화를 나누면서 오랫동안 느끼지 못한 해방감을 느꼈다.En: From then on, Jinsu found a sense of release she hadn't felt in a long time while having lively conversations with Hyejin.Ko: 그녀는 비로소 깨달았다.En: She finally understood.Ko: "때로는 혼돈 속에서 평화를 찾을 수도 있구나."En: "Sometimes you can find peace amidst chaos."Ko: 이 경험 덕분에 진수는 유연한 마음가짐으로 돌아갈 수 있었다.En: Thanks to this experience, Jinsu was able to return with a more flexible mindset.Ko: 이제 그녀는 혼돈 속에서도 고요를 찾는 방법을 알았다.En: Now she knew how to find quiet even within chaos.Ko: 진정한 평화는 고요한 침묵에서만 오는 것은 아니었다.En: True peace didn't only come from silent tranquility.Ko: 소란스러운 삶 속에서도, 마음은 여전히 평화로움을 찾을 수 있었다.En: Even in the hustle and bustle of life, the mind can still find peace. Vocabulary Words:refreshing: 상쾌한inwardly: 내심desolate: 황량한meditation: 명상guidebook: 안내책자tranquility: 고요silence: 침묵stifled: 답답해erupted: 터졌다chaos: 혼돈flexible: 유연한hustle: 소란스러운bustle: 소란스러운pine trees: 소나무cabin: 통나무집vow: 서약liveliness: 활기찬expression: 표정convince: 설득하다release: 해방감misunderstood: 잘못 이해했어happiness: 행복laughter: 웃음freedom: 자유realization: 깨달았다tension: 긴장oppose: 반대chaotic: 혼돈스러운serenity: 평화로움breathe: 숨

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Tech Triumph: How a Power Outage Sparked Johan's Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-20-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In het hart van de "Silicon Canals", de bruisende tech-hub van Amsterdam, stond een modern, chic co-working space.En: In the heart of the "Silicon Canals", the bustling tech hub of Amsterdam, stood a modern, chic co-working space.Nl: Buiten was het winter, en de grachten waren bedekt met een dun laagje ijs.En: Outside it was winter, and the canals were covered with a thin layer of ice.Nl: Binnen heerste een drukke sfeer.En: Inside, there was a busy atmosphere.Nl: Overal zaten jonge ondernemers met laptops, gefocust op hun dromen.En: Everywhere, young entrepreneurs sat with laptops, focused on their dreams.Nl: Johan stond op het punt zijn grote presentatie te geven.En: Johan was about to give his big presentation.Nl: Hij was een ambitieuze tech-ondernemer, die een startup had opgericht met een revolutionair idee.En: He was an ambitious tech entrepreneur who had founded a startup with a revolutionary idea.Nl: Maar diep van binnen had Johan een angst voor falen.En: But deep inside, Johan had a fear of failing.Nl: Vandaag zou hij voor een belangrijke groep investeerders spreken, en hij wilde niets liever dan indruk op hen maken.En: Today he would speak before an important group of investors, and he wanted nothing more than to impress them.Nl: Naast hem zaten zijn collega's, Sanne en Martijn.En: Next to him were his colleagues, Sanne and Martijn.Nl: Zij hielpen hem met de voorbereiding.En: They were helping him with the preparation.Nl: "Adem in, adem uit," zei Sanne glimlachend.En: "Breathe in, breathe out," said Sanne with a smile.Nl: "Je doet het geweldig."En: "You're doing great."Nl: De presentatiezaal was gevuld.En: The presentation room was filled.Nl: De investeerders keken geïnteresseerd, hun pennen en notitieblokken gereed.En: The investors looked interested, their pens and notepads ready.Nl: Johan zette zijn laptop aan en ademde diep.En: Johan turned on his laptop and took a deep breath.Nl: Maar net toen hij de eerste dia wilde laten zien, ging het licht uit.En: But just as he was about to show the first slide, the lights went out.Nl: Een stroomstoring.En: A power outage.Nl: Een golf van paniek ging door de zaal.En: A wave of panic went through the room.Nl: Maar Johan wist dat dit zijn moment was.En: But Johan knew this was his moment.Nl: Hij besloot om zonder technologie verder te gaan.En: He decided to proceed without technology.Nl: "Dames en heren," begon hij.En: "Ladies and gentlemen," he began.Nl: Zijn stem was eerst zacht, maar werd steeds sterker.En: His voice was initially soft but grew stronger.Nl: "Ik wil mijn verhaal met jullie delen."En: "I want to share my story with you."Nl: Johan vertelde over zijn jeugd en zijn passie voor technologie.En: Johan talked about his childhood and his passion for technology.Nl: Hij sprak over de missie van zijn startup en hoe deze de wereld zou verbeteren.En: He spoke about the mission of his startup and how it would improve the world.Nl: Zijn woorden kwamen recht uit zijn hart, en elke zin droeg zijn oprechte enthousiasme over.En: His words came straight from his heart, and every sentence conveyed his genuine enthusiasm.Nl: De investeerders luisterden geboeid.En: The investors listened captivated.Nl: Ze zagen het vuur in zijn ogen en de passie in zijn stem.En: They saw the fire in his eyes and the passion in his voice.Nl: Zelfs zonder dia's en grafieken wist Johan hen te raken.En: Even without slides and graphs, Johan managed to touch them.Nl: Net toen Johan klaar was met zijn verhaal, floepte het licht weer aan.En: Just as Johan finished his story, the lights came back on.Nl: De zaal was stil.En: The room was silent.Nl: Johan keek om zich heen en zag bewondering in de ogen van de investeerders.En: Johan looked around and saw admiration in the eyes of the investors.Nl: Met een gevoel van opluchting en trots realiseerde Johan zich dat hij iets belangrijks had geleerd.En: With a feeling of relief and pride, Johan realized he had learned something important.Nl: Hij had niet alleen hun interesse gewonnen zonder technologie, maar ook zijn eigen angst voor publiekspreken overwonnen.En: Not only had he captured their interest without technology, but he had also conquered his own fear of public speaking.Nl: Bij de uitgang klopte Sanne hem op zijn schouder.En: At the exit, Sanne patted him on the shoulder.Nl: "Je hebt ze overtuigd," zei ze trots.En: "You convinced them," she said proudly.Nl: Buiten viel de eerste sneeuwvlok.En: Outside, the first snowflake fell.Nl: Johan keek naar de glinsterende grachten en wist dat dit slechts het begin was van iets groots.En: Johan looked at the glistening canals and knew that this was just the beginning of something big.Nl: Vandaag had hij meer dan alleen investeringen gewonnen; hij had vertrouwen in zichzelf gevonden.En: Today he had won more than just investments; he had found confidence in himself. Vocabulary Words:hub: hubwinter: winterice: ijsambitious: ambitieuzerevolutionary: revolutionairfailing: faleninvestors: investeerderscolleagues: collega'spreparation: voorbereidingsmile: glimlachendpresentation: presentatieoutage: stroomstoringpanic: paniekLadies and gentlemen: Dames en herenchildhood: jeugdmission: missieenthusiasm: enthousiasmecaptivated: geboeidslide: diagraphs: grafiekenadmiration: bewonderingpride: trotsfear: angstpublic speaking: publieksprekenconvinced: overtuigdsnowflake: sneeuwvlokglistening: glinsterendeconfidence: vertrouwenbeginning: beginimpress: indruk maken

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Chasing VR Dreams in Oslo: A Winter Festival Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-20-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Oslo strålte i vintersolen.En: Oslo shone in the winter sun.No: Snøfnugg danset i luften, og det moderne shoppingdistriktet var som en blendende kontrast av lys og teknologi.En: Snowflakes danced in the air, and the modern shopping district was like a dazzling contrast of light and technology.No: Gater fulle av mennesker, noen kledd i tykke vinterjakker, andre med fargerike skjerf.En: Streets full of people, some dressed in thick winter jackets, others with colorful scarves.No: Neonfarger lyste fra store skjermer som annonserte ny teknologi til den kommende Oslo Vinterfestivalen.En: Neon colors shone from large screens advertising new technology for the upcoming Oslo Vinterfestivalen.No: Leif var i sitt rette element.En: Leif was in his element.No: Han var alltid på jakt etter det nyeste innen teknologi.En: He was always on the hunt for the latest in technology.No: Sigrid, hans gode venn, holdt følge med ham.En: Sigrid, his good friend, kept pace with him.No: Selv om hun ikke delte Leifs entusiasme for duppedittene, likte hun å tilbringe tid med ham.En: Even though she didn't share Leif's enthusiasm for gadgets, she liked spending time with him.No: De gikk forbi glassfasader som speilet den kalde, klare himmelen, inn i butikken som solgte det siste innen VR-teknologi.En: They passed by glass facades reflecting the cold, clear sky, into the store that sold the latest in VR technology.No: "Leif, kanskje vi burde tenke litt på budsjettet?En: "Leif, maybe we should think a little about the budget?No: Festivalen kommer, og det hadde vært gøy å gjøre noe der," sa Sigrid og så seg om i den overfylte butikken.En: The festival is coming, and it would be fun to do something there," said Sigrid, looking around in the crowded store.No: Leif ristet på hodet, i dyp konsentrasjon mens han så på de elegante VR-headsettene i forskjellige farger og størrelser.En: Leif shook his head, deeply concentrated as he looked at the sleek VR headsets in various colors and sizes.No: "Sigrid, dette er den nyeste teknologien!En: "Sigrid, this is the newest technology!No: Vinterfestivalen kan ikke konkurrere med å utforske virtuelle verdener.En: The winter festival can't compete with exploring virtual worlds."No: "De nærmet seg en kø som sneglet seg fremover.En: They approached a line that was moving at a snail's pace.No: Ryktet hadde spredd seg - det var kun få headsets igjen.En: The rumor had spread - there were only a few headsets left.No: Kunder rundt dem mumlet, og stemningen var spent.En: Customers around them murmured, and the atmosphere was tense.No: Da de nådde kassedisken, sto bare ett essensielt headset igjen.En: When they reached the cashier, there was only one essential headset left.No: Leif så drømmende på det, mens selgeren allerede la det i en pose.En: Leif looked dreamily at it as the salesperson was already placing it in a bag.No: "Leif, er det virkelig verdt det?En: "Leif, is it really worth it?"No: " Sigrid minte ham om festivalens glede: det varme lyset fra boder, lukten av kakao og latteren som fylte gatene.En: Sigrid reminded him of the festival's joy: the warm light from stalls, the smell of cocoa, and the laughter filling the streets.No: "Vi har så mange minner å skape der.En: "We have so many memories to create there."No: "Leif så fra det blendende headsettet til vennens varme blikk.En: Leif looked from the dazzling headset to his friend's warm gaze.No: Han visste at hun hadde rett.En: He knew she was right.No: Teknologi var fantastisk, men minner kunne vare for alltid.En: Technology was amazing, but memories could last forever.No: "Du har klart det, Sigrid.En: "You did it, Sigrid.No: Jeg tror jeg vil velge opplevelsene denne gangen.En: I think I'll choose the experiences this time."No: "Leif smilte og signaliserte til selgeren at han lot headsettet gå.En: Leif smiled and signaled to the salesperson that he was letting the headset go.No: De to vennene ruslet ut av butikken, klar til å skape ekte minner i den snødekte byen.En: The two friends strolled out of the store, ready to create real memories in the snowy city.No: Oslo ventet med sine gleder, og Leif hadde funnet en balanse han aldri visste han trengte.En: Oslo awaited with its joys, and Leif had found a balance he never knew he needed.No: Vinterfestivalen skulle være uforglemmelig, ikke på grunn av teknologi, men på grunn av vennskapet som styrket seg midt i vintersnøen.En: The winter festival would be unforgettable, not because of technology, but because of the friendship that strengthened in the midst of the winter snow.No: Og slik valgte Leif å leve, med føttene solid plantet på bakken, men med blikket fortsatt mot fremtiden.En: And that was how Leif chose to live, with his feet firmly planted on the ground, but with his gaze still towards the future. Vocabulary Words:shone: stråltesnowflakes: snøfnuggdazzling: blendendecontrast: kontrastjackets: jakkerscarves: skjerfadvertising: annonserteupcoming: kommendeenthusiasm: entusiasmegadgets: duppedittenebudget: budsjettetcrowded: overfyltesleek: eleganteheadsets: headsettenevarious: forskjelligesnail's pace: sneglet seg fremoverrumor: ryktetmurmured: mumletatmosphere: stemningcashier: kassediskenessential: essensieltdreamily: drømmendewarm gaze: varme blikkmemories: minnercreate: skapereal: ektebalance: balanseunforgettable: uforglemmeligfriendship: vennskapetstrengthened: styrket

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Silent Heroes: A Night at Arica's General Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-19-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: En la tranquila ciudad costera de Arica, en Chile, durante una calurosa noche de verano, el Hospital General resplandecía con luces brillantes.En: In the quiet coastal city of Arica, in Chile, during a hot summer night, the General Hospital glowed with bright lights.Es: Los pasillos del hospital estaban llenos de movimiento constante, pero el turno de noche traía una tranquilidad única, interrumpida solo por los pitidos de los monitores y las conversaciones cuidadosas del personal.En: The hospital corridors were full of constant movement, but the night shift brought a unique calm, interrupted only by the beeping of monitors and the careful conversations of the staff.Es: Rafael, un enfermero dedicado, caminaba rápidamente entre las camas de los pacientes.En: Rafael, a dedicated nurse, walked quickly between the patients' beds.Es: Su corazón estaba con cada uno, pero esa noche en particular, pensaba en Mateo, un niño pequeño con una enfermedad grave.En: His heart was with each one, but that particular night, he was thinking about Mateo, a young boy with a serious illness.Es: Rafael era conocido por su dedicación, siempre con una sonrisa y palabras de aliento para quienes lo necesitaban.En: Rafael was known for his dedication, always with a smile and words of encouragement for those who needed it.Es: El hospital estaba corto de personal.En: The hospital was short-staffed.Es: Rafael se sentía abrumado, corriendo de un paciente a otro, pero no podía dejar de pensar en cómo Mateo necesitaba más atención.En: Rafael felt overwhelmed, running from one patient to another, but he couldn't stop thinking about how Mateo needed more attention.Es: Mateo, con su cabello rizado y sonrisa tímida, había capturado el corazón de Rafael desde el primer día que lo vio.En: Mateo, with his curly hair and shy smile, had captured Rafael's heart from the first day he saw him.Es: Rafael tomó una decisión importante.En: Rafael made an important decision.Es: Sabía que al quedarse más horas podría ayudar más a Mateo.En: He knew that by staying longer, he could help Mateo more.Es: Aunque estaba agotado, se quedó después de su turno, asegurándose de que el niño recibiera el cuidado que merecía.En: Even though he was exhausted, he stayed after his shift, ensuring that the child received the care he deserved.Es: Era pasada la medianoche cuando la situación se volvió crítica.En: It was past midnight when the situation became critical.Es: Las alarmas del monitor de Mateo comenzaron a sonar, y el pequeño luchaba por respirar.En: Mateo's monitor alarms began to sound, and the little boy was struggling to breathe.Es: Rafael, sin dudarlo, corrió hacia él.En: Rafael, without hesitation, ran to him.Es: Con calma y precisión, Rafael usó todo su conocimiento y habilidad para estabilizarlo.En: With calm and precision, Rafael used all his knowledge and skill to stabilize him.Es: La situación era intensa, pero Rafael no perdió la esperanza.En: The situation was intense, but Rafael didn't lose hope.Es: Guiado por su instinto y con manos firmes, logró estabilizar a Mateo.En: Guided by his instinct and with steady hands, he managed to stabilize Mateo.Es: Poco a poco, el monitor mostró signos de mejora.En: Gradually, the monitor showed signs of improvement.Es: La tensión en el aire desapareció, dejando un silencio de alivio.En: The tension in the air disappeared, leaving a silence of relief.Es: La familia de Mateo acudió rápidamente al hospital.En: Mateo's family quickly rushed to the hospital.Es: Agradecieron a Rafael con lágrimas en los ojos, conscientes de que su dedicación y esfuerzo habían salvado a Mateo esa noche.En: They thanked Rafael with tears in their eyes, aware that his dedication and effort had saved Mateo that night.Es: Rafael recibió el reconocimiento, pero sentía que su misión era parte de su vocación.En: Rafael received the recognition, but he felt that his mission was part of his calling.Es: Esa noche, Rafael aprendió una valiosa lección.En: That night, Rafael learned a valuable lesson.Es: Admira el impacto de su dedicación, pero comprende que debe cuidar de sí mismo para seguir ayudando a quienes lo necesitan.En: He admires the impact of his dedication, but understands that he must take care of himself to continue helping those in need.Es: Con un suspiro y una sonrisa cansada, Rafael se dirigió a casa a descansar, listo para nuevas batallas y con el corazón lleno de gratitud.En: With a sigh and a tired smile, Rafael headed home to rest, ready for new battles and with a heart full of gratitude.Es: Así, en esa noche estrellada de verano, Rafael aseguró que su espíritu de dedicación siempre estaría equilibrado con el cuidado personal, para continuar siendo el héroe silencioso que todos en el hospital admiraban.En: So, on that starlit summer night, Rafael ensured that his spirit of dedication would always be balanced with self-care, to continue being the silent hero that everyone in the hospital admired. Vocabulary Words:the corridor: el pasillothe nurse: el enfermerothe dedication: la dedicaciónthe encouragement: el alientothe staff: el personalthe monitor: el monitorthe illness: la enfermedadthe attention: la atenciónthe shift: el turnothe precision: la precisiónthe skill: la habilidadthe improvement: la mejorathe recognition: el reconocimientoto stabilize: estabilizarthe calling: la vocaciónoverwhelmed: abrumadothe exhaustion: el agotamientocritical: críticothe instinct: el instintoto admire: admirarthe relief: el aliviothe gratitude: la gratitudthe lesson: la lecciónto deserve: merecerthe battle: la batallathe hero: el héroethe silence: el silencioto ensure: asegurarto breathe: respirarthe alarm: la alarma

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Mystery in the ER: Jiho's New Year Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-19-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 병원은 새해를 맞아 붐비고 있었습니다.En: The hospital was bustling as the New Year arrived.Ko: 창문 밖으로 보이는 눈은 아름다웠지만, 안은 바쁘고 혼란스러웠습니다.En: The snow visible outside the window was beautiful, but inside, it was busy and chaotic.Ko: 지호는 환자 차트들이 제대로 정리되어 있는지 확인하는 중이었지만 마음이 불안했습니다.En: Jiho was checking to ensure that the patient charts were properly organized, but he felt uneasy.Ko: 설날 연휴가 가까워지면서 병원은 인력 부족에 시달리고 있었습니다.En: As the Seollal holiday approached, the hospital was suffering from a manpower shortage.Ko: "수진, 이상한 일들이 자꾸 생겨. 차트가 없어졌어." 지호가 조용히 말했습니다.En: "Sujin, strange things keep happening. The chart is gone," Jiho said quietly.Ko: 수진은 지호의 친한 친구로, 항상 지호를 도우며 문제를 해결하곤 했습니다.En: Sujin was Jiho's close friend, always helping him and solving problems together.Ko: "뭔가 수상한데, 지호. 같이 찾아보자." 수진이 제안했습니다.En: "Something seems suspicious, Jiho. Let's look for it together," Sujin suggested.Ko: 두 사람은 사라진 차트를 찾기 위해 병원을 둘러보았습니다.En: The two of them searched the hospital for the missing chart.Ko: 그런데 어디에도 차트를 찾을 수 없었고, 대신 차트가 있던 자리에 한 장의 신비한 쪽지가 남아 있었습니다.En: However, they couldn't find it anywhere, and instead, found a mysterious note left in its place.Ko: '예정된 일이 아니다.' 그 쪽지에는 간단한 문구만 적혀 있었습니다.En: "This was not planned." The note contained only this simple message.Ko: 두 사람은 불안감을 감추지 못했습니다.En: The two of them couldn't hide their unease.Ko: 그들은 민석을 찾아갔습니다.En: They went to find Minseok.Ko: 민석은 병원의 새로운 인턴으로, 이 사건에 연루된 듯 보였습니다.En: Minseok was a new intern at the hospital and seemed to be involved in this incident.Ko: 지호와 수진은 민석을 조용히 불러냈습니다.En: Jiho and Sujin quietly called him over.Ko: "민석, 우리가 찾고 있는 차트를 봤다고 했니?" 지호가 물었습니다.En: "Minseok, did you say you saw the chart we're looking for?" Jiho asked.Ko: 민석은 긴장한 듯 보였지만, 이야기를 시작했습니다.En: Minseok looked tense but began to speak.Ko: "네, 제가 차트를 찾았고, 노트도 봤습니다. 그래서 차트를 그 자리에 다시 갖다 놓았는데 누군가 다시 가져간 것 같아요."En: "Yes, I found the chart and saw the note. So I put the chart back in its place, but it seems like someone took it again."Ko: 지호와 수진은 당황스러웠습니다.En: Jiho and Sujin were bewildered.Ko: 누군가 차트를 다시 가져갔다니, 도대체 왜일까요?En: Why would someone take the chart again?Ko: 며칠 후, 주방에서 일하는 직원이 아무도 예상치 못한 곳에서 차트를 발견했습니다.En: A few days later, a staff member working in the kitchen found the chart in an unexpected place.Ko: 바로 응급실 근처의 휴게실 작은 서랍 속이었습니다.En: It was in a small drawer of the break room near the emergency room.Ko: 민석은 괜히 걱정하게 만든 것에 대해 사과했지만, 쪽지의 의미는 여전히 수수께끼로 남았습니다.En: Minseok apologized for causing unnecessary worry, but the meaning of the note remained an enigma.Ko: 그날 밤, 지호는 집에서 깊은 생각에 잠겼습니다.En: That night, Jiho fell into deep thought at home.Ko: 그는 병원 생활에 대해 다시 한번 생각해보았습니다.En: He reflected on his life at the hospital.Ko: 그동안 직감보다는 규칙에만 의존했던 것 같습니다.En: It seemed he had relied solely on rules rather than his instincts.Ko: 이제는 자신을 믿고 동료들과 더 잘 소통해야겠다고 결심했습니다.En: He decided that he needed to trust himself more and communicate better with his colleagues.Ko: 설날이 지나고 새해가 밝았습니다.En: The Seollal holiday passed, and the New Year dawned.Ko: 지호는 새로운 마음가짐으로 병원에 나갔습니다.En: Jiho went to the hospital with a new mindset.Ko: 교훈을 얻고, 업무에 대한 의욕도 전보다 더욱 강해졌습니다.En: He gained a lesson and was more motivated for work than before.Ko: 계속되는 병원 생활 속에서도, 지호는 그 날의 일을 잊지 않았습니다.En: Even amidst the ongoing life at the hospital, Jiho did not forget the events of that day.Ko: 그것은 그에게 신뢰와 소통의 중요성을 다시 한번 일깨워 주었습니다.En: It once again reminded him of the importance of trust and communication.Ko: 이제 그는, 비록 작은 것일지라도 숨겨진 문제들을 목격했을 때 피하지 않고 바로 마주볼 준비가 되어 있었습니다.En: Now he was ready to face any hidden problems without avoiding them, even if they seemed minor.Ko: 이것이 그의 성장의 시작이었고, 친구들과 함께 개선해 나갈 수 있는 계기가 되었습니다.En: This was the beginning of his growth and an opportunity to improve together with his friends. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 붐비고chaotic: 혼란스러웠습니다uneasy: 불안했습니다shortage: 부족suspicious: 수상한데bewildered: 당황스러웠습니다emergency room: 응급실unexpected: 예상치 못한enigma: 수수께끼reflected: 생각해보았습니다instincts: 직감colleagues: 동료mindset: 마음가짐motivated: 의욕amidst: 속에서도reminded: 일깨워hidden: 숨겨진growth: 성장opportunity: 계기solving: 해결mysterious: 신비한tens: 긴장한apologized: 사과했지만unnecessary: 괜히charts: 차트reflected: 생각해보았습니다rely: 의존했던trust: 신뢰avoid: 피하지lesson: 교훈

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Love, Lattes, and Career Leaps: Sven's Unexpected Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De herfstige lucht buiten was vervangen door een betoverende deken van wit.En: The autumn air outside had been replaced by an enchanting blanket of white.Nl: Binnen in het grijze, open kantoor, vulden de saaie kubiekssen de ruimte.En: Inside the gray, open office, the dull cubicles filled the space.Nl: De verlichting was zwak, en het uitzicht op de met sneeuw bedekte stad gaf een klein beetje afleiding van de dagelijkse sleur.En: The lighting was dim, and the view of the snow-covered city provided a small distraction from the daily grind.Nl: Het was een drukke dag op kantoor, met telefoonlijnen die zoemen en toetsaanslagen die het ritme van de werkdag vormen.En: It was a busy day at the office, with buzzing phone lines and keystrokes forming the rhythm of the workday.Nl: Sven, een toegewijde projectmanager, zat op de rand van zijn stoel.En: Sven, a dedicated project manager, sat on the edge of his seat.Nl: Zijn vingers tikten snel over het toetsenbord, terwijl hij diep zuchtte.En: His fingers quickly tapped over the keyboard as he sighed deeply.Nl: Vandaag was belangrijk.En: Today was important.Nl: Het was Valentijnsdag, maar voor Sven stond alles in het teken van een presentatie.En: It was Valentine's Day, but for Sven everything revolved around a presentation.Nl: Een presentatie zo belangrijk dat deze zijn carrière zou kunnen maken of breken.En: A presentation so important that it could make or break his career.Nl: Hij wilde indruk maken op zijn baas, zijn waarde bewijzen en, misschien, een promotie in de wacht slepen.En: He wanted to impress his boss, prove his worth, and perhaps secure a promotion.Nl: Er was echter een probleem.En: There was a problem, however.Nl: Anouk, zijn teamgenoot verantwoordelijk voor belangrijke statistieken, meldde zich ziek.En: Anouk, his teammate responsible for crucial statistics, called in sick.Nl: De klok tikte en de presentatie was verre van compleet.En: The clock was ticking, and the presentation was far from complete.Nl: Sven was gespannen en in gedachten verzonken.En: Sven was tense and lost in thought.Nl: Wat als hij faalde?En: What if he failed?Nl: Het zweet brak hem uit, maar Sven besloot om de klus alleen te klaren.En: Sweat broke out on his forehead, but Sven decided to tackle the task on his own.Nl: Hij bleef laat, typend en schrapend met notities.En: He stayed late, typing and scratching notes.Nl: Ondertussen gluurde hij af en toe naar Marlies, die een paar bureaus verderop werkte.En: Meanwhile, he occasionally glanced at Marlies, who worked a few desks away.Nl: Hij had een geheime bewondering voor haar.En: He had a secret admiration for her.Nl: Zo'n knoop in zijn maag als hij aan haar dacht.En: Such a knot in his stomach when he thought of her.Nl: Vandaag zou hij haar een Valentijnskaart geven.En: Today he would give her a Valentine's card.Nl: Misschien.En: Maybe.Nl: Als hij durfde.En: If he dared.Nl: Terwijl de uren verstreken en de werkdag tot een eind kwam, realiseerde Sven zich dat de tijd drong.En: As the hours passed and the workday came to an end, Sven realized that time was running out.Nl: Hij dronk een snelle slok koffie en wilde net beginnen met het printen van de materialen, toen het noodlot toesloeg.En: He took a quick sip of coffee and was just about to start printing the materials when disaster struck.Nl: Met een stevige beweging stootte hij zijn kop koffie om.En: With a strong motion, he knocked over his cup of coffee.Nl: Zwarte vloeistof stroomde over zijn papieren.En: Black liquid poured over his papers.Nl: Paniek nam de overhand.En: Panic took over.Nl: In een razendsnelle beslissing begon Sven alles uit zijn hoofd te leren.En: In a split-second decision, Sven began to memorize everything.Nl: De klok tikte verder en zijn stressniveau bereikte een hoogtepunt.En: The clock kept ticking, and his stress level reached a peak.Nl: Net toen hij dacht dat er geen hoop meer was, kwam het moment van de presentatie.En: Just when he thought there was no hope left, the moment of the presentation arrived.Nl: Voor zijn collega's, en vooral voor Marlies, gooide Sven alles wat hij had in zijn toespraak.En: For his colleagues, and especially for Marlies, Sven threw everything he had into his speech.Nl: De woorden vloeiden uit hem met een onverwachte zelfverzekerdheid.En: The words flowed from him with unexpected confidence.Nl: Na afloop verduisterden de lichten nauwelijks, en zijn collega's klapten.En: Afterwards, the lights barely dimmed, and his colleagues clapped.Nl: Zelfs zijn baas keek ietwat onder de indruk.En: Even his boss seemed somewhat impressed.Nl: Sven haalde opgelucht adem.En: Sven breathed a sigh of relief.Nl: Later op de dag, toen zijn zenuwen eindelijk bedaarden, vond hij een klein briefje op zijn bureau.En: Later that day, when his nerves finally settled, he found a small note on his desk.Nl: Het was van Marlies.En: It was from Marlies.Nl: Samen lunchen?En: "Lunch together?"Nl: stond erop, met een vrolijk hartje erbij getekend.En: it said, with a cheerful heart drawn next to it.Nl: Sven glimlachte.En: Sven smiled.Nl: Misschien was het de presentatie, misschien iets anders, maar hij wist dat hij een stap had gezet.En: Maybe it was the presentation, maybe something else, but he knew he had taken a step.Nl: Hij had geleerd dat het nemen van risico's onverwachte kansen kan bieden.En: He had learned that taking risks can offer unexpected opportunities.Nl: Met hernieuwde zelfvertrouwen keerde hij het briefje om.En: With renewed confidence, he turned the note over.Nl: Ja, tijd voor koffie, schreef hij, en legde het voorzichtig op haar bureau terug.En: "Yes, time for coffee," he wrote, and placed it carefully back on her desk.Nl: De lucht buiten was nog koud, maar Sven voelde zich een stuk warmer vanbinnen.En: The air outside was still cold, but Sven felt much warmer inside. Vocabulary Words:autumn: herfstigeenchanting: betoverendeblanket: dekencubicles: kubiekssendull: saaiedistraction: afleidinggrind: sleurkeystrokes: toetsaanslagendedicated: toegewijdesighed: zuchttepresentation: presentatiecrucial: belangrijketicking: tiktesweat: zweetstomach: maagdared: durfdedisaster: noodlotknocked: stootteliquid: vloeistofpanic: paniekmemorize: uit het hoofd lerenconfidence: zelfverzekerdheidclapped: klaptenimpressed: onder de indruksettled: bedaardennote: briefjecheerful: vrolijktook a step: een stap had gezetrisks: risico'sopportunities: kansen

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Breaking the Ice: How Humor Won the Day for Yael Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: כשפתיתי השלג כיסו את העיר לבן, בתוך משרד חם במרכז העיר, הייתה ישיבה חשובה.En: When the snowflakes covered the city in white, inside a warm office in the city center, there was an important meeting.He: יעל ישבה ליד השולחן עם המחשב הנייד שלה פתוח, והיא הייתה מלאה בתחושת מתח.En: Yael sat at the table with her laptop open, filled with a sense of tension.He: היא ידעה שהמצגת הזו יכולה להיות צעד משמעותי לקראת הקידום שהיא כל כך רוצה.En: She knew that this presentation could be a significant step toward the promotion she so desires.He: המשרד היה מלא באנשים.En: The office was full of people.He: דוד, הקולגה הוותיק והידידותי, ישב מולה, ורחל, עמיתתה המנוסה, ישבה בצד השני של השולחן.En: David, the veteran and friendly colleague, sat across from her, and Rachel, her experienced coworker, sat on the other side of the table.He: הטמפרטורה הייתה קרה בחוץ, אך האווירה הייתה מתוחה וחמה בפנים.En: The temperature was cold outside, but the atmosphere was tense and warm inside.He: המנהל הזמין את כולם להתיישב, והישיבה החלה.En: The manager invited everyone to sit down, and the meeting began.He: כשהגיע תורה של יעל, היא לחצה על כפתור ההתחלה במחשב שלה, והמסך התמלא בתמונה גדולה של חתול עם כובע לבבות וכתובית: "אהבה פברוארית - חורף עליז!"En: When Yael's turn came, she pressed the start button on her computer, and the screen filled with a large picture of a cat with a heart hat and the caption: "February Love - A Joyful Winter!"He: הלם קצר מילא את החדר.En: A short shock filled the room.He: מישהו אחז בנשימה, מישהו מלמל משהו בשקט.En: Someone held their breath, someone mumbled something quietly.He: הלחץ עלה, ולרגע אחד בודד הזמן עצר.En: The tension rose, and for one solitary moment, time stopped.He: יעל הביטה סביב וראתה את העיניים עליה.En: Yael looked around and saw all eyes on her.He: ברגע של החלטה אמיצה, היא חייכה חיוך רחב ואמרה בקול משעשע, "טוב, רציתי לשבור את הקרח... דווקא לרגל ולנטיין!"En: In a moment of bold decision, she smiled a wide smile and said in an amusing tone, "Well, I wanted to break the ice... especially for Valentine's!"He: צחוק פרץ בחדר.En: Laughter erupted in the room.He: אפילו המנהל, שמעט מאד היה צוחק, הנהן בחיוך קטן.En: Even the manager, who rarely laughed, nodded with a small smile.He: המתח התפוגג, ויעל ניצלה את ההזדמנות לעבור במהירות למצגת האמיתית.En: The tension dissipated, and Yael seized the opportunity to quickly move on to the real presentation.He: במשך עשרים הדקות הבאות, יעל דיברה בהתלהבות על הפרויקט שלה.En: For the next twenty minutes, Yael spoke enthusiastically about her project.He: היא הציגה את כל הנתונים, ההצלחות והתכניות לעתיד.En: She presented all the data, successes, and future plans.He: היא שילבה בדיחה קטנה פה ושם, שזכתה להערכה ואהדה מהקהל.En: She inserted a small joke here and there, which was met with appreciation and empathy from the audience.He: כשהישיבה הסתיימה, דוד ורחל ניגשו אליה ואמרו לה כמה הם התרשמו.En: When the meeting ended, David and Rachel approached her and told her how impressed they were.He: "היית מצוינת," אמר דוד.En: "You were excellent," said David.He: "והבדיחה על החתול היתה נהדרת," הוסיפה רחל בחיוך.En: "And the joke about the cat was great," added Rachel with a smile.He: מחוץ לחדר הישיבות, כשהשלג המשיך לרדת, יעל חשה תחושת הקלה ועמדה לראשונה להבין: הטעויות שלה, וגם החוש הומור שלה, יכולים לשמש כלי רב עוצמה.En: Outside the meeting room, as the snow continued to fall, Yael felt a sense of relief and began to understand for the first time: her mistakes, and even her sense of humor, could be a powerful tool.He: היא הצליחה לכבוש את לבבות חבריה לעבודה ולזכות בהערכה אמיתית.En: She managed to win the hearts of her colleagues and earn genuine appreciation.He: כשיצאה מהמשרד, היא הביטה בשמיים הלבנים וחשה שכל דבר אפשרי.En: As she left the office, she looked at the white skies and felt that anything was possible.He: אולי, רק אולי, הקידום שלה מתקרב.En: Maybe, just maybe, her promotion was approaching. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: פתיתי שלגpromotion: קידוםveteran: וותיקtension: מתחcoworker: עמיתהtemperature: טמפרטורהatmosphere: אווירהdissipated: התפוגגenthusiastically: בהתלהבותgenuine: אמיתיתcaption: כתוביתbold: אמיצהpresentation: מצגתseize: ניצלהappreciation: הערכהempathy: אהדהapproaching: מתקרבopportunity: הזדמנותsuccesses: הצלחותsense: תחושהrelief: הקלהhearts: לבבותpowerful: רב עוצמהunderstand: להביןmistakes: טעויותamusing: משעשעsky: שמייםsignificant: משמעותיcolleague: קולגהlaughter: צחוקBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Mikkel's Midnight Breakthrough: A Winter Tale of Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kold vinteraften i København.En: It was a cold winter evening in København.Da: Den snefyldte gade ved siden af kontorbygningen lyste op af gadelygterne, og inde på kontoret sad Mikkel ved sit skrivebord.En: The snow-covered street next to the office building was lit up by the street lamps, and inside the office, Mikkel sat at his desk.Da: Han var projektleder og havde et vigtigt projekt, der snart skulle afleveres.En: He was a project manager working on an important project that was soon to be delivered.Da: Det var en stor præsentation, og tidsfristen gik på livet løs.En: It was a large presentation, and the deadline was fast approaching.Da: Kontoret var fyldt med travlhed.En: The office was bustling with activity.Da: Freja, en dygtig grafisk designer, arbejdede intensivt ved computeren.En: Freja, a talented graphic designer, was working intensely at the computer.Da: Hun tænkte på de farver og billeder, der skulle få præsentationen til at skinne.En: She was thinking about the colors and images that would make the presentation shine.Da: Søren, den erfarne chef, gik rundt mellem skrivebordene og sikrede sig, at alle arbejdede effektivt.En: Søren, the experienced boss, walked around between the desks ensuring that everyone was working efficiently.Da: Selvom han var streng, mindede han også ofte teamet om at holde humøret oppe.En: Even though he was strict, he often reminded the team to keep their spirits up.Da: Mikkel kiggede hen på Freja.En: Mikkel glanced over at Freja.Da: Han havde længe haft et godt øje til hende, men havde aldrig turdet sige noget.En: He had long had an eye for her but had never dared to say anything.Da: Det var snart Valentine's Day, og han ønskede mere end noget andet at invitere hende ud.En: Valentine's Day was approaching, and more than anything, he wanted to ask her out.Da: Men nu var der tekniske problemer med projektet, og det pressede Mikkel.En: But now there were technical problems with the project, and it was pressuring Mikkel.Da: "Mikkel," sagde Søren, der kom hen til hans skrivebord.En: "Mikkel," said Søren, coming over to his desk.Da: "Hvordan går det med teknikken?En: "How's it going with the tech?Da: Vi har brug for at løse problemet hurtigt."En: We need to solve the issue quickly."Da: Mikkel nikkede.En: Mikkel nodded.Da: "Jeg skal nok få det ordnet.En: "I'll get it sorted.Da: Jeg bliver her så længe, det kræver."En: I'll stay as long as it takes."Da: Søren klappede ham på skulderen og gik videre.En: Søren patted him on the shoulder and moved on.Da: Mikkel vidste, at hvis han kunne løse problemerne, ville han måske også få mod til at tale med Freja.En: Mikkel knew that if he could solve the problems, he might also muster the courage to talk to Freja.Da: Han dykkede dybt ned i løsningen af de tekniske udfordringer.En: He dove deep into solving the technical challenges.Da: Timerne gik, og langsomt faldt de omkringværende kollegaer fra, indtil der kun var få tilbage.En: The hours passed, and gradually the surrounding colleagues left, until there were only a few remaining.Da: Freja var stadig ved computeren og arbejdede.En: Freja was still at the computer working.Da: Endelig, omkring midnat, fik Mikkel teknikken til at køre igen.En: Finally, around midnight, Mikkel got the tech up and running again.Da: Han åndede lettet op, og han kiggede op for at se Freja pakke sine ting.En: He breathed a sigh of relief, and he looked up to see Freja packing her things.Da: Her var muligheden, tænkte han og gik hen til hende.En: Here was the opportunity, he thought, and he went over to her.Da: "Hej Freja," sagde han lidt nervøst.En: "Hi Freja," he said a little nervously.Da: "Jeg tænkte, om du måske ville have lyst til en kop kaffe en dag... måske på Valentine's Day?"En: "I was wondering if you might like to grab a cup of coffee one day... maybe on Valentine's Day?"Da: Freja så overrasket op.En: Freja looked up surprised.Da: "En kop kaffe lyder dejligt, Mikkel.En: "A cup of coffee sounds lovely, Mikkel.Da: Det ville jeg gerne."En: I would like that."Da: Mikkel smilede, og de gik sammen ud af kontoret, nu lidt mindre stressede og med et nyt håb.En: Mikkel smiled, and they left the office together, now a little less stressed and with a new hope.Da: Projektet blev afleveret succesfuldt dagen efter, og Søren var tilfreds.En: The project was delivered successfully the next day, and Søren was satisfied.Da: Mikkel følte sig mere selvsikker.En: Mikkel felt more confident.Da: Han havde ikke kun overvundet de tekniske udfordringer, men også fundet modet til at ændre sit liv lidt uden for kontoret.En: He had not only overcome the technical challenges but had also found the courage to change his life a bit outside the office.Da: Vinteren i København føltes pludselig lidt varmere.En: Winter in København suddenly felt a little warmer. Vocabulary Words:project manager: projektlederpresentation: præsentationdeadline: tidsfristbustling: fyldt med travlhedgraphic designer: grafisk designerintensely: intensivtcolors: farverimages: billedershine: skinneexperienced: erfarenefficiently: effektivtstrict: strengremind: mindespirits: humørdared: turdetechnical problems: tekniske problemerpressure: pressesolve: løsemuster: finde modetchallenge: udfordringgradually: langsamtsurrounding: omkringværendeopportunity: mulighednervously: nervøstgrab: tagecup of coffee: kop kaffesigh of relief: lettetconfident: selvsikkerovercome: overvindehope: håb

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Frost and Roses: Valentine's Day Magic in Tivoli's Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-14-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: I Tivoli i København, midt i vinterens kolde ånde, ligger Rosenhaven.En: In Tivoli in København, amidst the cold breath of winter, lies the Rosenhaven.Da: Selvom sneen har dækket jorden, stråler haven med sine snebeklædte stier og duften af frostmøde roser, der fylder den skarpe luft.En: Even though snow has covered the ground, the garden shines with its snow-clad paths and the scent of frost meeting roses, filling the sharp air.Da: Små romantiske lys glimter blandt rosebuerne og skaber en magisk stemning, perfekt til Valentinsdag.En: Small romantic lights twinkle among the rose arches, creating a magical atmosphere, perfect for Valentine's Day.Da: Signe og Johan er gartnere.En: Signe and Johan are gardeners.Da: De er i gang med at forberede til den store kærlighedsdag.En: They are busy preparing for the big day of love.Da: Signe står med sin blok og blyant.En: Signe stands with her notepad and pencil.Da: Hendes blik er fokuseret, øjnene fastlåst på detaljerne.En: Her gaze is focused, her eyes locked on the details.Da: Hendes mål er klart: skab det perfekte udtryk for kærlighed i haven.En: Her goal is clear: create the perfect expression of love in the garden.Da: Johan svæver rundt med et smil, henter blomster og snakker om vilde ideer.En: Johan flits around with a smile, fetching flowers and talking about wild ideas.Da: "Måske kan vi lave en blomsterskulptur!"En: "Maybe we can make a flower sculpture!"Da: siger han begejstret.En: he says excitedly.Da: Signe sukker lidt.En: Signe sighs a little.Da: Hun ønsker præcision, men det er som vinden i Tivoli – let og uforudsigelig.En: She desires precision, but it's like the wind in Tivoli – light and unpredictable.Da: Men noget går galt.En: But something goes wrong.Da: Den bidende kulde har gjort roserne slappe.En: The biting cold has made the roses limp.Da: Nogle blomster er visnet på grund af frosten.En: Some flowers have withered because of the frost.Da: Signe bliver bekymret.En: Signe becomes worried.Da: Hendes plan står på spil.En: Her plan is at stake.Da: "Vi må tænke hurtigt," siger hun, hendes stemme beslutsom.En: "We must think quickly," she says, her voice determined.Da: Johan klapper hende let på ryggen.En: Johan pats her lightly on the back.Da: "Det skal nok gå.En: "It will be fine.Da: Vi kan lave noget nyt!"En: We can create something new!"Da: Han begynder at arrangere blomsterne på en anden måde.En: He begins to arrange the flowers differently.Da: "Vi går med det naturlige.En: "Let's go with the natural.Da: Lad os bruge de bedste roser og skabe noget spontant."En: Let's use the best roses and create something spontaneous."Da: Signe tøver.En: Signe hesitates.Da: Hun er vant til at følge sin plan, men hun beslutter sig for at lytte til Johan denne gang.En: She is used to following her plan, but she decides to listen to Johan this time.Da: De begynder at arbejde sammen.En: They begin to work together.Da: Signe drager nytte af Johans kreativitet og kombinerer det med sin sans for detaljer.En: Signe takes advantage of Johan's creativity and combines it with her attention to detail.Da: Tiden løber hurtigt, men de giver ikke op.En: Time runs quickly, but they don't give up.Da: Hver rose bliver placeret med omhu.En: Every rose is placed with care.Da: Signe ser hvordan Johans ideer skaber et kunstværk.En: Signe watches as Johan's ideas create a work of art.Da: Da de er færdige, står de tilbage, trætte, men stolte.En: When they are finished, they stand back, tired, but proud.Da: Arrangeenteret er spektakulært.En: The arrangement is spectacular.Da: Det vrimler med farver, og roserne i alle stadier af blomstring symboliserer kærlighedens mange facetter.En: It teems with colors, and the roses in all stages of bloom symbolize love's many facets.Da: Gæsterne i Tivoli stopper op og beundrer skaberværket.En: Guests in Tivoli stop and admire the creation.Da: "Det er smukt," hvisker en.En: "It's beautiful," murmurs someone.Da: "Perfekt til Valentinsdag."En: "Perfect for Valentine's Day."Da: Ved dagens afslutning sidder Signe og Johan sammen på en bænk i haven, pakket ind i tykke tørklæder.En: By the end of the day, Signe and Johan sit together on a bench in the garden, wrapped in thick scarves.Da: Sneen daler omkring dem, og haven er stille.En: The snow falls around them, and the garden is quiet.Da: "Tak," siger Signe blidt.En: "Thank you," says Signe gently.Da: "Din kreativitet reddede vores dag."En: "Your creativity saved our day."Da: Johan smiler, "Og din plan gjorde det muligt at skabe noget varigt."En: Johan smiles, "And your plan made it possible to create something lasting."Da: De to kigger ud over deres arbejde, nu badet i det varme lys fra de romantiske lamper.En: The two look out over their work, now bathed in the warm light from the romantic lamps.Da: Sammen har de skabt noget uforglemmeligt.En: Together they have created something unforgettable.Da: Sammen har de lært af hinanden – Signe om fleksibilitet og skønheden i at dele, Johan om nødvendigheden af planlægning.En: Together they have learned from each other – Signe about flexibility and the beauty of sharing, Johan about the necessity of planning.Da: Valentinsdagskærlighed har fået ny betydning i Rosenhaven.En: Valentine's Day love has gained new meaning in the Rosenhaven. Vocabulary Words:amidst: midt iclad: beklædtetwinkle: glimtergaze: blikflits: svæverlimp: slappewithered: visnetstake: på spildetermined: beslutsomarrange: arrangerespontaneous: spontanthemsitate: tøverfacets: facettermurmurs: hviskersculpture: skulpturbloom: blomstringshrill: skarpperfection: perfektionprecision: præcisionarrangement: arrangeenteretromantic: romantiskefrost: frostunpredictable: uforudsigeligvariance: varigtarch: buerneartwork: kunstværksharp: skarpeunforgottable: uforglemmeligtfrostbite: bidende kuldeloom: daler

Fluent Fiction - French: Unraveling History's Hidden Codes: A Winter Mystery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-02-13-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Dans une vieille ville entourée de collines enneigées, Émile, un historien solitaire, s'aventure dans un bunker souterrain.En: In an old town surrounded by snowy hills, Émile, a solitary historian, ventures into an underground bunker.Fr: Le bunker est froid et sombre.En: The bunker is cold and dark.Fr: Les murs, tapissés de vieilles boîtes de reliques oubliées, brillent faiblement sous la lumière d'une ampoule solitaire.En: The walls, lined with old boxes of forgotten relics, glow faintly under the light of a solitary bulb.Fr: De la poussière danse dans cet éclairage fragile, créant une ambiance mystérieuse.En: Dust dances in this fragile lighting, creating a mysterious atmosphere.Fr: Émile a toujours aimé les mystères non résolus, et récemment, il a reçu des notes anonymes le conduisant à cet endroit.En: Émile has always loved unsolved mysteries, and recently, he received anonymous notes leading him to this place.Fr: Sa curiosité est piquée.En: His curiosity is piqued.Fr: Un jour de février, alors que le monde célèbre la Saint-Valentin, Émile est à la recherche d'un message caché.En: One day in February, while the world celebrates Valentine's Day, Émile is searching for a hidden message.Fr: Il espère comprendre un passé oublié, peut-être lié à Jacques, une figure énigmatique de l'histoire locale.En: He hopes to understand a forgotten past, perhaps linked to Jacques, an enigmatic figure in local history.Fr: Sophie, l'amie de longue date d'Émile, ressent quelque chose d'inquiétant.En: Sophie, Émile's longtime friend, feels something unsettling.Fr: Elle ne sait rien de la quête secrète d'Émile.En: She knows nothing of Émile's secret quest.Fr: Pourtant, elle sent qu'il lui cache quelque chose.En: Yet, she senses that he is hiding something from her.Fr: Elle l'invite souvent à boire un café pour discuter, espérant qu'il se confiera.En: She often invites him for coffee to chat, hoping he will confide in her.Fr: Mais Émile hésite.En: But Émile hesitates.Fr: Il veut se concentrer sur sa recherche, mais il se demande s'il doit la mettre dans la confidence.En: He wants to focus on his research, but he wonders if he should let her in on the secret.Fr: Un jour, seul dans le bunker, Émile découvre enfin une inscription mystérieuse.En: One day, alone in the bunker, Émile finally discovers a mysterious inscription.Fr: Le message est codé.En: The message is coded.Fr: Son cœur bat plus vite.En: His heart beats faster.Fr: Il sait que ce message pourrait révéler un secret choquant.En: He knows that this message could reveal a shocking secret.Fr: Peut-être cela concerne-t-il quelqu'un qu'il connaît.En: Perhaps it concerns someone he knows.Fr: La tension monte.En: The tension rises.Fr: Le froid mordant du bunker n'aide pas.En: The biting cold of the bunker doesn't help.Fr: Mais Émile persévère, utilisant ses connaissances pour déchiffrer le code.En: But Émile perseveres, using his knowledge to decipher the code.Fr: Il parvient enfin à lire le message : il accuse Jacques d'être impliqué dans une conspiration historique.En: He finally manages to read the message: it accuses Jacques of being involved in a historical conspiracy.Fr: Émile est déconcerté.En: Émile is baffled.Fr: Jacques est une figure respectée, mais ce message remet tout en question.En: Jacques is a respected figure, but this message calls everything into question.Fr: Il sait qu'il doit agir prudemment.En: He knows he must act carefully.Fr: Mais il soupire profondément.En: But he sighs deeply.Fr: Peut-il garder cela pour lui ?En: Can he keep this to himself?Fr: Son instinct lui dit qu'il doit partager le poids de cette découverte.En: His instinct tells him he must share the burden of this discovery.Fr: Finalement, Émile décide d'aller voir Sophie.En: Eventually, Émile decides to go see Sophie.Fr: Elle le voit arriver avec un visage troublé.En: She sees him arrive with a troubled face.Fr: Il lui raconte tout.En: He tells her everything.Fr: Au début, elle est choquée, mais elle le remercie de sa confiance.En: At first, she is shocked, but she thanks him for his trust.Fr: Ensemble, ils décident de vérifier les faits et d'agir avec sagesse.En: Together, they decide to verify the facts and act wisely.Fr: À travers cette expérience, Émile comprend l'importance de la confiance et du partage.En: Through this experience, Émile understands the importance of trust and sharing.Fr: Même dans les moments les plus sombres, avoir quelqu'un à qui parler est précieux.En: Even in the darkest moments, having someone to talk to is precious.Fr: Le secret du bunker ne reste plus un fardeau pour un seul homme, mais une responsabilité partagée entre deux amis.En: The bunker's secret is no longer a burden for one man, but a responsibility shared between two friends.Fr: Le froid de l'hiver persiste, mais Émile sent la chaleur du soutien autour de lui.En: The winter cold persists, but Émile feels the warmth of support around him.Fr: Il sait qu'il n'est plus seul.En: He knows he is no longer alone.Fr: Le bunker a livré ses secrets, mais a aussi offert une leçon essentielle : la valeur de la confiance et de l'amitié.En: The bunker has revealed its secrets but has also offered an essential lesson: the value of trust and friendship. Vocabulary Words:the town: la villesolitary: solitairethe historian: l'historienthe bunker: le bunkerthe hills: les collinesthe relics: les reliquesthe bulb: l'ampoulethe dust: la poussièrethe atmosphere: l'ambiancethe mystery: le mystèrethe notes: les notesthe curiosity: la curiositéthe message: le messagethe past: le passéenigmatic: énigmatiqueunsettling: inquiétantthe quest: la quêtethe inscription: l'inscriptionthe heart: le cœurthe code: le codethe conspiracy: la conspirationbaffled: déconcertéthe instinct: l'instinctthe burden: le fardeauthe trust: la confiancethe tension: la tensionthe support: le soutienthe responsibility: la responsabilitéthe lesson: la leçonthe friendship: l'amitié

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Strength Amidst the Chaos: A Heartwarming Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-12-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Den kolde vind susede over marken udenfor feltlazarettet.En: The cold wind whistled over the field outside the feltlazarettet.Da: Lars traskede forsigtigt ved siden af Sofie, hans tykke vinterfrakke kradsede mod huden, mens snefnuggene faldt som små diamanter.En: Lars trudged carefully beside Sofie, his thick winter coat scratching against his skin as the snowflakes fell like tiny diamonds.Da: Feltlazarettet var et midlertidigt hjem for de syge og sårede.En: The feltlazarettet was a temporary home for the sick and wounded.Da: Indenfor var luften fyldt med lyden af sagte stemmer, der blev overdøvet af lejlighedsvis skramlen fra metalvogne.En: Inside, the air was filled with the sound of low voices, occasionally drowned out by the clatter of metal trolleys.Da: "Se, det er her, far nogle gange arbejder," sagde Lars og bøjede sig ned til Sofies øjenhøjde.En: "Look, this is where far sometimes works," said Lars, bending down to Sofie's eye level.Da: Sofie kiggede rundt med store, nysgerrige øjne.En: Sofie looked around with big, curious eyes.Da: Hun vidste, at deres far, Nikolaj, var langt væk, men hun var aldrig helt klar over hvorfor.En: She knew their far, Nikolaj, was far away, but she was never quite sure why.Da: Nu stod hun i det miljø, der betød så meget for ham.En: Now she stood in the environment that meant so much to him.Da: De blev mødt af sygeplejersken Anne, som hilste varmt på Sofie.En: They were met by the nurse Anne, who greeted Sofie warmly.Da: Lars kendte Anne godt; hun var en af dem, han kunne stole på i det hektiske kaos af feltlazarettet.En: Lars knew Anne well; she was one he could rely on in the hectic chaos of the feltlazarettet.Da: Selv sådan en kølig dag som denne var fyldt med travlhed.En: Even such a cool day as this was filled with busyness.Da: "Lars, vi har brug for dig på afdeling B," sagde Anne hurtigt.En: "Lars, we need you in Section B," Anne said quickly.Da: Lars nikkede og så på Sofie.En: Lars nodded and looked at Sofie.Da: Han følte sig splittet, skullet vælge mellem arbejdet og Sofie.En: He felt torn, having to choose between work and Sofie.Da: "Sofie, bliv hos Anne.En: "Sofie, stay with Anne.Da: Jeg er lige i nærheden," sagde Lars og tog en dyb indånding.En: I'm right nearby," Lars said, taking a deep breath.Da: Sofie nikkede modigt.En: Sofie nodded bravely.Da: Hun fulgte med Anne, mens Lars løb mod patienter, der havde brug for hjælp.En: She followed Anne, while Lars ran towards patients who needed help.Da: Adrenalinen pulserede gennem hans årer, som han skyndte sig mellem senge og udstyr.En: Adrenaline pulsed through his veins as he hurried between beds and equipment.Da: Pludselig hørte Lars et skingert råb.En: Suddenly, Lars heard a piercing shout.Da: En akut situation.En: An acute situation.Da: Patienterne havde brug for omgående opmærksomhed på den anden side af teltet.En: Patients needed immediate attention on the other side of the tent.Da: Lars standsede op og kiggede mod Sofie, der sad stille med Anne og ryddede borde.En: Lars stopped and looked towards Sofie, who sat quietly with Anne clearing tables.Da: En del af ham ønskede at løbe tilbage til hende, men han vidste, at patienterne havde desperat brug for ham.En: Part of him wanted to run back to her, but he knew the patients desperately needed him.Da: Han tog en beslutning.En: He made a decision.Da: Han løb ind i tumulten, hans sind en rodet blanding af ansvar og frygt.En: He ran into the turmoil, his mind a chaotic mix of responsibility and fear.Da: Men kort efter rædslen begyndte at tage overhånd, mærkede han en hånd på sin skulder.En: But shortly after the terror began to take hold, he felt a hand on his shoulder.Da: Det var Anne, som kom med Sofie i hånden, og en venlig, betryggende smil bredte sig over hendes ansigt.En: It was Anne, who came with Sofie in hand, and a gentle, reassuring smile spread across her face.Da: "Vi er her for at hjælpe," sagde Anne.En: "We're here to help," Anne said.Da: Sofie så op på sin bror med beundring i blikket.En: Sofie looked up at her brother with admiration in her eyes.Da: Det gjorde en forskel.En: It made a difference.Da: Lars indså, at han ikke var alene.En: Lars realized he wasn't alone.Da: Hans kolleger omkring ham tilbød ham en styrke, han ikke vidste, han havde brug for.En: His colleagues around him offered him a strength he didn't know he needed.Da: Da solen gik ned bag det sneklædte landskab udenfor, gik roen langsomt ind i hospitalet.En: As the sun set behind the snow-covered landscape outside, calm slowly settled into the hospital.Da: Lars satte sig træt ned ved siden af Sofie og omfavnede hende varmt.En: Lars sat wearily next to Sofie and embraced her warmly.Da: Hun kiggede op og sagde stille: "Jeg forstår nu, hvorfor far gør, hvad han gør.En: She looked up and quietly said, "I understand now why far does what he does.Da: Og jeg ved, hvordan du prøver."En: And I know how you try."Da: Lars smilede, en lettelse fyldte ham.En: Lars smiled, a sense of relief filled him.Da: "Vi er et godt team, Sofie.En: "We're a good team, Sofie.Da: Vi klarer os."En: We'll manage."Da: Med denne nye forståelse kunne Lars nu bedre fordele ansvaret.En: With this new understanding, Lars could now better distribute the responsibility.Da: Han vidste, at det var vigtigt at spørge om hjælp, og det gav ham en ny følelse af lethed.En: He knew it was important to ask for help, and it gave him a new sense of ease.Da: Sneen faldt stadig tungt udenfor, men inde i feltlazarettet fandt Lars endelig ro.En: The snow still fell heavily outside, but inside the feltlazarettet, Lars finally found peace. Vocabulary Words:whistled: susedetrudged: traskedescratching: kradsedesnowflakes: snefnuggenediamonds: diamanterclatter: skramlentrolleys: metalvognecurious: nysgerrigegreeted: hilsteoccasionally: lejlighedsvisrelied: stolehectic: hektiskechaos: kaostorn: splittetadrenaline: adrenalinenpiercing: skingertacute: akutimmediate: omgåendeturmoil: tumultenchaotic: rodetresponsibility: ansvarfear: frygtterrible: rædslenoverwhelming: tage overhåndreassuring: betryggendeadmiration: beundringstrength: styrkeweary: trætembraced: omfavnederelief: lettelse

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Locked In Adventure: From Warehouse Woes to Carnival Joy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-02-10-08-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La llum del matí d'hivern pintava el magatzem abandonat amb un to suau, fent brillar els fragments de vidre trencats al terra.En: The winter morning light painted the abandoned warehouse with a soft hue, making the fragments of broken glass on the ground sparkle.Ca: Júlia i Roc van entrar amb l'alè formant núvols a l'aire fred.En: Júlia and Roc entered, their breath forming clouds in the cold air.Ca: Havien de fer una revisió rutinària, arreglant les màquines velles que gemegaven des de fa dècades.En: They needed to perform a routine check, fixing the old machines that had been groaning for decades.Ca: Però Júlia, amb un ull sempre alerta al rellotge, només pensava en arribar al Carnaval.En: But Júlia, with one eye always on the clock, only thought about getting to the Carnival.Ca: "Vinga, Roc, acabem ràpid," va dir Júlia, amb nerviosisme sota el seu somriure ferma.En: "Come on, Roc, let's finish quickly," said Júlia, nervousness hidden beneath her firm smile.Ca: Roc, en canvi, s'ho prenia amb calma, observant amb curiositat els racons foscos de l'edifici.En: Roc, on the other hand, took it easy, curiously observing the dark corners of the building.Ca: Mentre es bellugaven entre les màquines polsoses, el vent va bufar fort tancant de cop la porta principal.En: As they moved among the dusty machines, the wind blew hard, slamming the main door shut.Ca: El soroll ressonava com un tro.En: The noise echoed like thunder.Ca: Roc va córrer cap a la porta i va intentar obrir-la, però estava fermament tancada.En: Roc ran to the door and tried to open it, but it was firmly closed.Ca: "Estem tancats!" va exclamar Júlia, el seu cor bategant més ràpid.En: "We're locked in!" exclaimed Júlia, her heart beating faster.Ca: "No podrem veure la rua..."En: "We won't be able to see the parade..."Ca: "No et preocupis," va dir Roc, intentant calmar la situació.En: "Don't worry," said Roc, trying to calm the situation.Ca: "Farem un joc! Busquem claus o eines amagades. Pot ser divertit!"En: "Let's play a game! Let's search for hidden keys or tools. It could be fun!"Ca: Van començar a escorcollar cada racó del magatzem.En: They began to search every corner of the warehouse.Ca: Trobaren vells engranatges, papers esgrogueïts i eines rovellades.En: They found old gears, yellowed papers, and rusty tools.Ca: Al cap d'una estona, Roc va trobar un conjunt de claus cobertes de pols en un calaix descuidat.En: After a while, Roc found a set of keys covered in dust in a neglected drawer.Ca: "Potser aquestes funcionen!" va dir, ple d'esperança.En: "Maybe these will work!" he said, full of hope.Ca: Amb les claus a la mà, van córrer cap a la porta.En: With the keys in hand, they ran to the door.Ca: Però cap d'elles funcionava.En: But none of them worked.Ca: La frustració començava a créixer, però Roc simplement va riure i va dir: "Anem a buscar més! Hi ha una finestra allà dalt."En: Frustration began to grow, but Roc simply laughed and said, "Let's look for more! There's a window up there."Ca: Després d'alguns intents, Júlia i Roc van aconseguir empènyer una vella caixa sota la finestra, tot fent equilibris per pujar-hi.En: After a few attempts, Júlia and Roc managed to push an old box under the window, balancing to climb on it.Ca: Júlia, rient-se dels nervis i de la situació, va dir: "Mai m'havia divertit tant en un dia de feina."En: Júlia, laughing from nerves and the situation, said, "I've never had so much fun on a workday."Ca: Amb la força combinada, van aconseguir obrir la finestra estreta i es van escolar cap a fora, caient sobre bancs de neu gèlida.En: With combined strength, they managed to open the narrow window and slip outside, falling onto icy snowbanks.Ca: Tot i que estaven espatllats de neu i freds, l'alleujament va ser enorme.En: Even though they were covered in snow and cold, the relief was enormous.Ca: Júlia, amb una nova espurna als ulls, es va mirar Roc.En: Júlia, with a new sparkle in her eyes, looked at Roc.Ca: "Encara tenim temps per la rua, oi?"En: "We still have time for the parade, right?"Ca: "És clar!" va dir Roc, rient amb ganes.En: "Of course!" said Roc, laughing heartily.Ca: "Vinga, aviat abrigarem i prendrem un bon xocolata calent al Carnaval!"En: "Come on, let's quickly bundle up and enjoy a nice hot chocolate at the Carnival!"Ca: Mentre s'allunyaven del magatzem, Júlia va comprendre que fins i tot els contratemps poden convertir-se en aventures inoblidables.En: As they moved away from the warehouse, Júlia realized that even setbacks can turn into unforgettable adventures.Ca: Al seu costat, Roc va adonar-se que un petit detall pot canviar el dia, i més val estar atent.En: Beside her, Roc realized that a small detail can change the day, and it's best to stay attentive.Ca: Amb un pas ràpid i el somriure compartit, es van preparar per viure el Carnaval de ple, amb esperit renovat.En: With a quick step and shared smiles, they got ready to fully experience the Carnival, with renewed spirit. Vocabulary Words:the warehouse: el magatzemthe machine: la màquinathe parade: la ruathe spark: l'espurnathe gear: l'engranatgethe drawer: el calaixthe snowbank: el banc de neuthe wind: el ventthe tool: l'einathe corner: el racóthe key: la clauthe attempt: l'intentthe relief: l'alleujamentthe setback: el contratempsthe adventure: l'aventurathe detail: el detallthe lock: el panysoft: suaucuriosity: la curiositatrusty: rovellatyellowed: esgrogueïtcold: fredbroken: trencathopeful: ple d'esperançafirm: fermanarrow: estretroutine: rutinariunforgettable: inoblidablecombined: combinadaquickly: ràpidament

Fluent Fiction - Italian: A Florentine Valentine's: Love Blooms in the Botanico Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-02-08-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Luca cammina con passo deciso, ma un po' nervoso, lungo le stradine di Firenze.En: Luca walks with a determined but slightly nervous step along the streets of Firenze.It: È febbraio e l'aria è fresca, ma c'è il sole.En: It is February, and the air is fresh, but the sun is shining.It: È San Valentino, e vuole trovare il regalo perfetto per Giulia, la sua compagna.En: It is Valentine's Day, and he wants to find the perfect gift for Giulia, his partner.It: Giulia ama l'arte e la natura, ed è una studentessa appassionata.En: Giulia loves art and nature, and she is a passionate student.It: I classici regali di cioccolatini e gioielli non sembrano adatti.En: The classic gifts of chocolates and jewelry don't seem suitable.It: Vuole qualcosa di più significativo.En: He wants something more meaningful.It: Decide di portarla al Giardino Botanico di Firenze.En: He decides to take her to the Giardino Botanico di Firenze.It: È un posto speciale, un rifugio di tranquillità nel cuore della città.En: It's a special place, a refuge of tranquility in the heart of the city.It: Anche in inverno, il giardino è un'esplosione di colori.En: Even in winter, the garden is an explosion of colors.It: Gli alberi sempreverdi e i fiori invernali creano un'atmosfera magica.En: The evergreen trees and winter flowers create a magical atmosphere.It: "Giulia, perché non facciamo una passeggiata al giardino oggi?"En: "Giulia, why don't we take a walk in the garden today?"It: propone Luca.En: Luca proposes.It: Giulia sorride.En: Giulia smiles.It: Adora quel posto.En: She loves that place.It: Arrivati al giardino, camminano mano nella mano.En: Upon arriving at the garden, they walk hand in hand.It: Percorrono i sentieri sinuosi, osservando la bellezza intorno a loro.En: They follow the winding paths, observing the beauty around them.It: Luca comincia a raccogliere fiori lungo il percorso.En: Luca begins to gather flowers along the way.It: Vuole creare un bouquet speciale, un dono fatto con amore e attenzione.En: He wants to create a special bouquet, a gift made with love and care.It: Mentre passeggiano, scoprono un angolo nascosto del giardino.En: As they stroll, they discover a hidden corner of the garden.It: Qui crescono i fiori preferiti di Giulia.En: Here grow Giulia's favorite flowers.It: È un momento perfetto.En: It's a perfect moment.It: L'ispirazione colpisce Luca.En: Inspiration strikes Luca.It: "Che ne dici di un picnic qui, tra i fiori?"En: "How about a picnic here, among the flowers?"It: chiede, mostrando il bouquet fatto con le sue mani.En: he asks, showing the bouquet made with his own hands.It: Giulia è sorpresa e felice.En: Giulia is surprised and happy.It: Non si aspetta un gesto così semplice e dolce.En: She doesn't expect such a simple and sweet gesture.It: Siedono sull'erba, condividendo del pane e formaggio che Luca ha portato.En: They sit on the grass, sharing some bread and cheese that Luca brought.It: Parlano, ridono e si godono la bellezza del momento.En: They talk, laugh, and enjoy the beauty of the moment.It: Luca capisce che l'amore si trova nelle esperienze condivise.En: Luca realizes that love is found in shared experiences.It: Giulia apprezza il pensiero, il tempo passato insieme.En: Giulia appreciates the thought, the time spent together.It: Si sente più vicino a lei che mai.En: He feels closer to her than ever.It: Il sole inizia a calare, colorando il cielo di sfumature rosate.En: The sun begins to set, painting the sky with pink hues.It: Si avviano verso casa, mano nella mano, felici.En: They head towards home, hand in hand, happy.It: Il regalo perfetto per Giulia non era materiale.En: The perfect gift for Giulia was not material.It: Era il momento, il ricordo, l'esperienza vissuta insieme.En: It was the moment, the memory, the experience lived together.It: Luca sorride.En: Luca smiles.It: Ha imparato che l'affetto si dimostra con gesti sinceri, non con oggetti costosi.En: He has learned that affection is shown with sincere gestures, not expensive objects.It: Giulia stringe la sua mano, grata per quell'indimenticabile San Valentino.En: Giulia squeezes his hand, grateful for that unforgettable Valentine's Day. Vocabulary Words:the step: il passodetermined: decisothe partner: la compagnathe gift: il regalosuitable: adattimeaningful: significativothe refuge: il rifugiothe tranquility: la tranquillitàthe heart: il cuorethe explosion: l'esplosionethe atmosphere: l'atmosferathe path: il sentierothe bouquet: il bouquetthe corner: l'angolothe inspiration: l'ispirazioneto stroll: passeggiarethe gesture: il gestoto share: condividerethe grass: l'erbathe experience: l'esperienzathe memory: il ricordothe moment: il momentoto appreciate: apprezzareto squeeze: stringereunforgettable: indimenticabilethe hues: le sfumaturethe student: la studentessato observe: osservareto gather: raccoglierepassionate: appassionata

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Seollal Revelations: Tradition & Dreams at Gyeongbokgung Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-07-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 경복궁의 겨울은 마치 그림 같았습니다.En: The winter at Gyeongbokgung was like a painting.Ko: 새하얀 눈이 궁전체를 감싸고, 맑고 푸른 하늘 아래 장엄한 건물들이 우뚝 서 있었습니다.En: The pure white snow enveloped the entire palace, and the majestic buildings stood tall under the clear blue sky.Ko: 가족들은 두꺼운 외투를 입고 따뜻한 숨결을 하얗게 내뿜으며 추위를 이겨내고 있었습니다.En: Families donned thick coats, exhaling warm breaths that turned white as they endured the cold.Ko: 설날을 맞아 지호, 수민, 그리고 하나는 몇 년 만에 다시 모였습니다.En: To celebrate Seollal, Jiho, Sumin, and Hana gathered together for the first time in years.Ko: 지호는 가족의 장남으로서 조상님께 예를 갖추고 전통을 이어가야 한다는 책임감을 느끼고 있었습니다.En: Jiho, as the eldest son of the family, felt the responsibility to honor the ancestors and continue the traditions.Ko: 그러나 마음 한편에는 자신의 꿈을 이루고자 하는 욕망이 꿈틀거렸습니다.En: However, there lingered a desire within him to pursue his own dreams.Ko: 수민은 가족 안에서 자신의 위치를 찾고 싶었고, 하나는 해외에서 온 유혹적인 일자리 제안으로 머리가 복잡했습니다.En: Sumin wanted to find her place within the family, and Hana was in a mental tug-of-war due to a tempting job offer from overseas.Ko: 차가운 겨울 바람이 불어도 가족들이 모인 경복궁은 따뜻한 마음을 주는 장소였습니다.En: Even in the cold winter wind, Gyeongbokgung was a place that warmed the heart when the family was gathered.Ko: 지호는 조상들께 절을 하며 깊은 생각에 잠겼습니다.En: Jiho bowed to the ancestors and fell into deep thought.Ko: 가족은 서로 조금씩 멀어져 있는 것처럼 느껴졌지만, 설날 만큼은 함께 해야 한다고 결심했습니다.En: Although it felt like the family was drifting apart, they resolved to be together on Seollal.Ko: 경복궁의 조상 신사에 들어서자 지호는 가슴 속에 담아 둔 말을 꺼냈습니다.En: Upon entering the ancestral shrine at Gyeongbokgung, Jiho spoke the words he had kept in his heart.Ko: "나도 내 길을 가야 할 것 같아," 그는 조심스레 말했습니다.En: "I think I need to follow my own path," he said cautiously.Ko: 그 말은 마치 얼어붙은 마음을 녹이는 따뜻한 바람 같았습니다.En: His words were like a warm breeze melting their frozen hearts.Ko: 하나는 지호의 말에서 용기를 얻었습니다.En: Hana found courage in Jiho's words.Ko: "나도 하고 싶은 일이 있어. 해외로 가보고 싶어," 하나가 말했습니다.En: "I also have something I want to do. I want to go overseas," said Hana.Ko: 수민은 오빠와 사촌의 솔직함에 자극받았습니다.En: Sumin was inspired by her brother and cousin's honesty.Ko: "나도 가족 안에서 내 자리를 찾고 싶어," 그녀가 덧붙였습니다.En: "I want to find my place within the family, too," she added.Ko: 눈 내린 궁궐 안에서 그들은 서로의 마음을 조심스럽게 나누었습니다.En: Inside the snow-covered palace, they carefully shared their feelings with one another.Ko: 조상님 앞에서 모든 걱정과 부담이 조금은 덜어진 듯했습니다.En: In front of the ancestors, their worries and burdens seemed to lighten a bit.Ko: 지호는 깨달았습니다. "우리가 조상님을 존경하는 방법은 꼭 전통을 따르는 것만은 아니야. 각자 자신의 길을 가는 것도 그 방법이 될 수 있어."En: Jiho realized, "Respecting our ancestors doesn't mean we have to strictly follow tradition. Each following their own path can also be a way to honor them."Ko: 그들이 함께한 시간은 가족 모두에게 큰 의미였습니다.En: The time they spent together held great meaning for the entire family.Ko: 지호는 전통과 개인의 꿈이 함께 갈 수 있음을 이해했습니다.En: Jiho understood that tradition and personal dreams could coexist.Ko: 수민은 가족 안에서 자신감을 찾았고, 하나는 용기를 얻어 새로운 선택을 할 준비가 되었습니다.En: Sumin found confidence within the family, and Hana gained the courage to make a new choice.Ko: 경복궁의 나무들은 하얀 눈 아래에도 흔들리며 그들을 축복하는 듯했습니다.En: The trees of Gyeongbokgung seemed to sway under the white snow, as if blessing them.Ko: 차가운 겨울 바람이 불어와도 가족들 사이에는 따뜻한 이해와 사랑이 감돌고 있었습니다.En: Though the cold winter wind blew, there was warm understanding and love circulating among the family.Ko: 그들은 각자의 길을 가는 동시에 서로에게 힘을 주기로 약속했습니다.En: They promised to support each other while each pursued their own paths.Ko: 그렇게 설날의 의미 있는 날은 저물어갔습니다.En: And so, this meaningful day of Seollal drew to a close. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: 감싸다majestic: 장엄한donning: 입고exhaling: 내뿜으며endure: 이겨내다responsibility: 책임감ancestors: 조상tug-of-war: 머리가 복잡하다tempting: 유혹적인overseas: 해외bowed: 절을 하다shrine: 신사pursue: 추구하다melt: 녹이다cautiously: 조심스레swore: 맹세하다coexist: 함께 가다confidence: 자신감couragement: 용기blessing: 축복contemplated: 깊은 생각에 잠기다drifting: 멀어지다meaningful: 의미 있는undulating: 흔들리다circulating: 감돌다resolve: 결심하다reveal: 꺼내다burden: 부담dreams: 꿈warmed: 따뜻한 마음을 주다

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Friendship Blossoms: The Garden Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-02-06-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: लोधी गार्डन की शांति और पुराने मकबरों के मध्य, हरे-भरे पौधों की चहल-पहल अलग ही माहौल बना रही थी।En: Amidst the tranquility of Lodhi Garden and the ancient tombs, the hustle and bustle of lush plants was creating a unique atmosphere.Hi: सर्दी का मौसम था, लेकिन धूप खिली हुई थी, जो कई लोगों को अपने घरों को सजाने और पौधे खरीदने की प्रेरणा दे रही थी।En: It was winter, but the sun was shining brightly, inspiring many people to decorate their homes and buy plants.Hi: अर्जुन अपनी करीबी मित्र प्रिया के साथ यहां आया था।En: Arjun had come here with his close friend Priya.Hi: प्रिया ने हाल ही में बागवानी का शौक अपनाया था, और अर्जुन की गहरी रुचि को देखते हुए उसने भी कुछ नया सीखने का मन बनाया।En: Priya had recently developed an interest in gardening, and seeing Arjun's deep interest, she decided to learn something new as well.Hi: दोनों एक स्थानीय नर्सरी पहुंचे, जहां कबीर ने हमेशा की तरह अपने ग्राहकों का स्वागत किया।En: The two of them arrived at a local nursery, where Kabir was welcoming his customers as always.Hi: कबीर की नर्सरी दुर्लभ पौधों के लिए मशहूर थी।En: Kabir's nursery was famous for its rare plants.Hi: अर्जुन को कुछ विशिष्ट फूल चाहिए थे, जिन्हें लगाने से उसकी बगिया में नयी रौनक आ जाती।En: Arjun wanted some specific flowers that would bring new vibrancy to his garden.Hi: जैसे ही वे दोनों नर्सरी में पहुंचे, उनकी नजर कुछ दुर्लभ फुलवारी पौधों पर पड़ी।En: As soon as they both reached the nursery, their eyes fell on some rare flowering plants.Hi: दुर्भाग्यवश, और भी ग्राहक उन पौधों को देख रहे थे, जिनमें प्रिया भी शामिल थी।En: Unfortunately, other customers were also eyeing those plants, including Priya.Hi: अर्जुन के मन में संघर्ष था; क्या वह कबीर से उन पौधों को लेने के लिए बातचीत करे या अन्य सामान्य पौधे खरीदकर बाद में लौट आए?En: Arjun was conflicted; should he talk to Kabir about getting those plants or buy regular ones and return later?Hi: इधर-उधर देखते और पौधों को ध्यान से परखते हुए, अर्जुन की नजर नर्सरी के एक छुपे हुए कोने पर पड़ी, जहां कुछ और दुर्लभ पौधे रखे थे।En: As they wandered around, inspecting the plants carefully, Arjun spotted a hidden corner of the nursery where some more rare plants were kept.Hi: लेकिन जैसे ही वह उधर बढ़ा, उसने देखा कि प्रिया को पौधों को समझने में थोड़ी मुश्किल हो रही है।En: But as he moved towards it, he noticed that Priya was having a bit of trouble understanding the plants.Hi: असमंजस की स्थिति में, अर्जुन ने अपने दिल की सुनी।En: In this moment of uncertainty, Arjun listened to his heart.Hi: भले ही अर्जुन को वह दुर्लभ पौधे मिल जाते, लेकिन उसने प्रिया की मदद करना चुना।En: Even though Arjun could have gotten those rare plants, he chose to help Priya.Hi: साथ में उन्होंने कुछ पौधे चुने, जो दोनों को पसंद आए, और दुर्लभ पौधों की जगह उस अनुभूति को महत्त्व देना चाहा, जो इस क्षण ने उन्हें दी।En: Together, they picked out some plants that both of them liked and decided to value the experience of the moment over the rare plants.Hi: वे दोनों इस बात को समझ गए कि बागवानी सिर्फ सुंदर पौधों को सजाने का नहीं, बल्कि इसे साझा करने का और एक-दूसरे से जोड़ने का तरीका है।En: They both understood that gardening was not just about decorating with beautiful plants, but also about sharing it and connecting with one another.Hi: घर लौटते समय, अर्जुन ने महसूस किया कि उसने न केवल पौधे, बल्कि दोस्ती की गहराई को भी सीखा।En: As they returned home, Arjun realized that he had learned not only about plants but also about the depth of friendship.Hi: प्रिया की आरंभिक जिज्ञासा और उसकी खुशी ने अर्जुन की संग्रह की भावना को बदल दिया, और उसने जाना कि बगिया साझा करने में ही असली खुशी है।En: Priya's initial curiosity and her happiness transformed Arjun's sense of collection, and he realized that the real joy is in sharing the garden.Hi: लोधी गार्डन में उनके नए पौधे खिलेंगे, जैसा कि उनकी दोस्ती खिलती रही।En: The new plants would bloom in Lodhi Garden, just as their friendship continued to blossom. Vocabulary Words:tranquility: शांतिancient: पुरानेhustle and bustle: चहल-पहलlush: हरे-भरेatmosphere: माहौलvibrancy: रौनकconflicted: संघर्षinspect: परखनाcorner: कोनाuncertainty: असमंजसdepth: गहराईcuriosity: जिज्ञासाtransform: बदलनाbloom: खिलनाconnect: जोड़नाdecorate: सजानाexperience: अनुभूतिvalue: महत्त्व देनाinitial: आरंभिकrare: दुर्लभspecific: विशिष्टcollection: संग्रहpurchase: खरीदनाsunshine: धूपhidden: छुपा हुआinspect: परखनाfriendship: मित्रताblossom: खिलनाnursery: नर्सरीmoment: क्षण

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Garden of Change: Embracing a New Season of Growth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-02-06-23-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Зимски сунчеви зраци обасјавали су Милошеву вољену башту пркосећи хладноћи која је стезала земљу.En: The winter sunbeams illuminated Miloš's beloved garden, defying the cold that gripped the ground.Sr: Чак и под снежним покривачем, цвеће је пркосило зими са својим вечнозеленим грмљем и пажљиво негованим зимским цветним врстама.En: Even under a blanket of snow, the flowers defied winter with their evergreen shrubs and carefully cultivated winter flowering varieties.Sr: Башта је било уточиште за све у заједници, али највише за Милоша, Јелену и новог баштована, Жарка.En: The garden was a refuge for everyone in the community, but mostly for Miloš, Jelena, and the new gardener, Žarko.Sr: Милош је цео свој живот посветио овом месту.En: Miloš had dedicated his whole life to this place.Sr: Он је био искусан баштован, вешт у традиционалним техникама.En: He was an experienced gardener, skilled in traditional techniques.Sr: Тихо је развијао башту вештинама које је наследио од својих предака.En: Silently, he nurtured the garden with skills inherited from his ancestors.Sr: Јелена је радо долазила да му прави друштво.En: Jelena happily visited to keep him company.Sr: За њу је ова башта била пуна успомена из детињства, пријатељства и нежности.En: For her, this garden was full of childhood memories, friendships, and tenderness.Sr: Жарко се недавно придружио.En: Žarko joined recently.Sr: Са својим свежим и модерним идејама, доносио је нова сочива кроз која може да се гледа башта.En: With his fresh and modern ideas, he brought new perspectives through which the garden could be seen.Sr: Ипак, нико није знао за његову личну борбу.En: However, no one knew about his personal struggle.Sr: Нешто је крио у срцу, али је био одлучан да се придружи овом чаробном месту.En: He hid something in his heart but was determined to join this magical place.Sr: Неколико дана раније, Милош је добио вести које су уздрмале његов свет.En: A few days earlier, Miloš received news that shook his world.Sr: Лекари су потврдили да болује од хроничне болести која ће га временом ослабити.En: Doctors confirmed that he was suffering from a chronic illness that would weaken him over time.Sr: Милош је седео сам у башти, борећи се са страхом од губитка снаге и способности да се брине о месту које је толико волео.En: Miloš sat alone in the garden, wrestling with the fear of losing strength and the ability to care for a place he loved so much.Sr: Жарко је предложио нове методе, нове биљке које би могле да издрже зиму боље.En: Žarko suggested new methods, new plants that could withstand winter better.Sr: Али, Милош је био везан за старе начине, клонио се промена.En: But Miloš was attached to the old ways, avoiding change.Sr: Како су зимски дани пролазили, његово здравље је постајало све горе, чинећи га неспособним да обавља сваки посао сам.En: As the winter days passed, his health worsened, rendering him unable to do every task on his own.Sr: Јелена, увек мудра и предана, видела је шта треба да уради.En: Jelena, always wise and devoted, saw what needed to be done.Sr: Заједно са Жарком, организовала је догађај у заједници са сврхом оживљавања баште и подршке Милошу у тешким временима.En: Together with Žarko, she organized a community event with the purpose of rejuvenating the garden and supporting Miloš in hard times.Sr: Људи су се окупили са лопатама и осмесима, спремни да помогну.En: People gathered with shovels and smiles, ready to help.Sr: Милош је гледао како његова драга башта добија нови живот захваљујући снази заједнице.En: Miloš watched as his dear garden gained new life thanks to the strength of the community.Sr: Полако, схватио је да није сам.En: Slowly, he realized he was not alone.Sr: Да љубав и промене могу само обогатити оно што је градио сопственим рукама.En: That love and changes could only enrich what he had built with his own hands.Sr: На крају дана, ослањајући се на Јелену и Жарка, Милош је напокон прихватио помоћ коју му пружају.En: By the end of the day, leaning on Jelena and Žarko, Miloš finally accepted the help offered to him.Sr: Његова башта је наставила да цвета, сада уз неупоредиву лепоту коју су донели заједно.En: His garden continued to bloom, now with incomparable beauty brought together.Sr: И научио је да понекад, прихватање промена и подршке може донети нову снагу - једнако важну као и корење које је пажљиво неговао.En: And he learned that sometimes, accepting change and support can bring new strength—just as important as the roots he had carefully nurtured. Vocabulary Words:sunbeams: зрациilluminated: обасјавалиbeloved: вољенуdefying: пркосећиcold: хладноћиgripped: стезалаblanket: покривачемevergreen: вечнозеленимshrubs: грмљемcultivated: негованимrefuge: уточиштеnurtured: развијаоinherited: наследиоfresh: свежимperspectives: сочиваstruggle: борбуdetermined: одлучанchronic: хроничнеwrestling: борећи сеattached: везанavoiding: клониоrejuvenating: оживљавањаgathered: окупилиshovels: лопатамаenrich: обогатитиleaning: ослањајућиincomparable: неупоредивуaccepting: прихватањеrendering: чинећиbloom: цвета

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Søren's Stew: A Culinary Quest Through a Winter Wonderland Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-05-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Sneflokke dansede let fra himlen, og skovbunden var et hvidt tæppe.En: Snowflakes danced lightly from the sky, and the forest floor was a white carpet.Da: Søren stod ved skovkanten nær København, klar til at tage på jagt efter ingredienser til en vintergryde.En: Søren stood at the edge of the forest near København, ready to hunt for ingredients for a winter stew.Da: Det var ikke nogen almindelig gryde.En: It wasn't just any stew.Da: Søren ville imponere sin tante, en berømt kok.En: Søren wanted to impress his aunt, a famous chef.Da: Ved hans side stod Lise, hans trofaste ven, og Rasmus, hans energiske lillebror.En: By his side stood Lise, his faithful friend, and Rasmus, his energetic little brother.Da: "Vi skal finde de bedste vilde urter og svampe," sagde Søren med et smil.En: "We need to find the best wild herbs and mushrooms," Søren said with a smile.Da: "Det er vigtigt for smagen."En: "It's important for the taste."Da: "Men se, hvordan sneen ligger! Det kommer til at tage år," mumlede Rasmus og skævede til Lise.En: "But look at how the snow covers everything! It's going to take forever," mumbled Rasmus, glancing at Lise.Da: "Vi kan bare bruge nogle købeurter."En: "We could just use store-bought herbs."Da: Lise så på Søren.En: Lise looked at Søren.Da: "Vi kan klare det.En: "We can do it.Da: Vi er her for at hjælpe dig," sagde hun opmuntrende.En: We're here to help you," she said encouragingly.Da: Skoven var stille.En: The forest was silent.Da: Kun lyden af deres skridt og vinden der susede mellem de nøgne træer kunne høres.En: Only the sound of their footsteps and the wind whispering through the bare trees could be heard.Da: Søren gik forrest, mens han kiggede efter de urter, han vidste kunne gemme sig under sneen.En: Søren led the way, looking for the herbs he knew might be hiding under the snow.Da: Lise bar en kurv, parat til at samle, hvad de måtte finde.En: Lise carried a basket, ready to gather whatever they found.Da: Efter en times vandring, pegede Rasmus ivrigt på en mosklædt stub.En: After an hour's walk, Rasmus eagerly pointed at a moss-covered stump.Da: "Hvad med dem der? De ser nemme ud," sagde han.En: "What about those? They look easy to get," he said.Da: "Nej," sagde Søren bestemt.En: "No," said Søren firmly.Da: "De er ikke de rigtige.En: "They're not the right ones.Da: Vi skal bruge de stærke og duftende urter."En: We need the strong and fragrant herbs."Da: Selvom Rasmus klagede, fortsatte Søren sin søgen.En: Even though Rasmus complained, Søren continued his search.Da: Pludselig stoppede han op.En: Suddenly, he stopped.Da: Der, under et lag sne, fandt han en lille plet med de rigtige urter.En: There, under a layer of snow, he found a small patch of the right herbs.Da: Lise hjalp ham med at grave dem frem, mens Rasmus skævede misfornøjet til et urteskud.En: Lise helped him dig them out, while Rasmus looked grumpily at a sprig of herb.Da: "Så mange anstrengelser for nogle dumme urter," mumlede Rasmus.En: "So much effort for some silly herbs," mumbled Rasmus.Da: Men Søren, fyldt med stolthed, svarede blot, "Det er det hele værd."En: But Søren, filled with pride, simply replied, "It's all worth it."Da: De vendte tilbage til Søren og Rasmus' hjem, hvor Søren straks gik i gang med at lave gryden.En: They returned to Søren and Rasmus' home, where Søren immediately started on the stew.Da: Duften af friske urter spredte sig hurtigt i køkkenet.En: The aroma of fresh herbs quickly spread in the kitchen.Da: Efter timer ved komfuret var retten klar.En: After hours at the stove, the dish was ready.Da: Søren serverede den til sin tante, der tog en mundfuld og smilede bredt.En: Søren served it to his aunt, who took a bite and smiled widely.Da: "Dette er virkelig enestående," sagde tanten og så på Søren med beundring.En: "This is truly exceptional," said the aunt, looking at Søren with admiration.Da: "Du har gjort op med min forventning. Jeg kan smage, hvor friske urterne er."En: "I can taste how fresh the herbs are."Da: Søren smilede lykkeligt.En: Søren smiled happily.Da: Han havde lært, at tålmodighed og dedikation gav de bedste resultater.En: He had learned that patience and dedication brought the best results.Da: Lise klappede ham på skulderen, og selv Rasmus lignede én, der havde lært noget værdifuldt.En: Lise patted him on the shoulder, and even Rasmus seemed to have learned something valuable.Da: Skoven lå nu bag dem, men timerne tilbragt der havde givet Søren en lærestreg om værdien af at holde fast i sine principper, selv når vejen blev svær.En: The forest now lay behind them, but the hours spent there had taught Søren a lesson about the value of sticking to one's principles, even when the journey gets tough.Da: Med en varm gryde samledes de omkring bordet, glade for Søreks sejr over ikke kun skoven, men også sig selv.En: With a warm stew, they gathered around the table, pleased with Søren's triumph over not only the forest but also himself. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: sneflokkedanced: dansedeforest: skovingredients: ingredienserimpress: imponerefaithful: trofasteenergetic: energiskeherbs: urtercovers: liggerstump: stubfragrant: duftendepatch: pletpride: stolthedaroma: duftexceptional: eneståendeadmiration: beundringpatience: tålmodigheddedication: dedikationprinciples: principperjourney: vejtriumph: sejrcarpet: tæppewhispering: susedegather: samlesilly: dummemumbled: mumledevaluable: værdifuldtencouragingly: opmuntrendesmile: smilbite: mundfuld

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Winter's Embrace: Crafting Community Amidst the Storm Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-04-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Kveldsmørket senket seg over hytta, nesten som et teppe av ro.En: The evening darkness settled over the cabin, almost like a blanket of calm.No: Solveig sto ved vinduet og så ut i den snødekte skogen.En: Solveig stood by the window and looked out into the snow-covered forest.No: Trærne, tunge med snø, dannet en beskyttende mur rundt dem.En: The trees, heavy with snow, formed a protective wall around them.No: I kveld skulle de starte forberedelsene til vinterfestivalen.En: Tonight they would start the preparations for the winter festival.No: Det var hennes ansvar, og hun var fast bestemt på å gjøre det til en suksess.En: It was her responsibility, and she was determined to make it a success.No: Ikke bare for festivalens skyld, men for det samholdet det skapte i bygda.En: Not just for the festival's sake, but for the community it created in the village.No: Magnus, med sine røde kinn og solide hender, sto ved peisen.En: Magnus, with his red cheeks and sturdy hands, stood by the fireplace.No: Han stablet ved med presisjon, som om hver vedkubbe hadde sin plass i det store bildet.En: He stacked wood with precision, as if each log had its place in the bigger picture.No: Selv om han drømte om å dra til en større by, var det disse enkle øyeblikkene som knyttet ham hit.En: Even though he dreamt of moving to a larger city, it was these simple moments that bound him here.No: «Hytta har alt vi trenger,» tenkte han.En: "The cabin has everything we need," he thought.No: «Med riktig innsats blir dette bra.En: "With the right effort, this will be great."No: »Ivar satt ved kjøkkenbordet med et drømmende blikk.En: Ivar sat at the kitchen table with a dreamy look.No: Han tenkte ofte på Solveig, hvordan hun ledet an med en slik glede.En: He often thought of Solveig, how she led with such joy.No: Han ville gjøre inntrykk på henne, vise hvor mye han brydde seg om festivalen – og henne.En: He wanted to make an impression on her, to show how much he cared about the festival—and about her.No: Utenfor begynte snøstormen å styrke seg, vindkastene hylte rundt hytta.En: Outside, the snowstorm began to intensify, the gusts of wind howling around the cabin.No: Solveig tittet på sine to venner.En: Solveig glanced at her two friends.No: Dette ville bli en utfordring.En: This would be a challenge.No: Men hun hadde en plan.En: But she had a plan.No: «Vi bruker det vi har her,» sa hun bestemt.En: "We'll use what we have here," she said firmly.No: «Magnus, du er flink med hendene.En: "Magnus, you're good with your hands.No: Kan du lage noen solide oppheng for lysene?En: Can you make some sturdy hangers for the lights?No: Ivar, kan du organisere pynting inne i stua?En: Ivar, can you organize the decorating inside the living room?"No: »Magnus nikket.En: Magnus nodded.No: Han følte seg verdsatt for sine ferdigheter.En: He felt appreciated for his skills.No: Han kjente varmen fra ildstedet i ryggen mens han jobbet.En: He felt the warmth from the hearth on his back as he worked.No: Ivar fant frem fargerike bånd og begynte å dekorere med entusiasme.En: Ivar fetched colorful ribbons and began to decorate enthusiastically.No: Han sang en folketone mens han jobbet, tankefull som alltid.En: He sang a folk tune as he worked, thoughtful as always.No: Da snøstormen var på sitt villeste, ringte Solveig de andre bygdefolkene.En: When the snowstorm was at its wildest, Solveig called the other villagers.No: De kom i en samstemt flokk, som om de også kjente på viktigheten av denne festivalen.En: They came in a united flock, as if they too felt the importance of this festival.No: De vantret sig rundt hytta og arbeidet i takt med snøen som falt.En: They gathered around the cabin and worked in sync with the falling snow.No: Da morgenen kom og stormen stilnet, var festivalen klar.En: When morning came and the storm calmed, the festival was ready.No: Lyskjedene glitret mellom trærne, og inne i hytta var det varmt og innbydende med pyntede granekvister og fargerike lys.En: The light chains glistened between the trees, and inside the cabin, it was warm and inviting with decorated spruce branches and colorful lights.No: Bygda samlet seg, og latter og musikk fylte luften.En: The village gathered, and laughter and music filled the air.No: Solveig så rundt seg og kjente en bølge av tilfredshet.En: Solveig looked around her and felt a wave of satisfaction.No: Magnus, som hadde vurdert å forlate stedet, oppdaget verdien av slike stunder.En: Magnus, who had considered leaving the place, discovered the value of such moments.No: Kanskje var storbyen ikke alt.En: Perhaps the big city was not everything.No: Og Ivar?En: And Ivar?No: Han oppdaget en ny gnist i Solveigs blikk når hun takket ham for hjelp og sangene som fikk alle til å smile.En: He noticed a new spark in Solveig's eyes when she thanked him for his help and the songs that made everyone smile.No: Festivalen var en suksess.En: The festival was a success.No: Solveig følte endelig at hun hørte til, mens Magnus og Ivar fant sin plass i det lille samfunnet.En: Solveig finally felt that she belonged, while Magnus and Ivar found their place in the small community.No: Alt takket være vinterens utfordringer og en følelse av fellesskap sterkere enn kulden.En: All thanks to the winter's challenges and a sense of togetherness stronger than the cold. Vocabulary Words:darkness: kveldsmørketcabin: hyttasettled: senketsnow-covered: snødekteforest: skogenprotective: beskyttendepreparations: forberedelsenecommunity: samholdetstacked: stabletprecision: presisjonbound: knytteteffort: innsatsdreamy: drømmendeintensify: styrkegusts: vindkastenehowling: hyltechallenge: utfordringsturdy: solidehangers: opphenghearth: ildstedetfetched: fant fremribbons: båndenthusiastically: entusiasmedecorated: pyntedespark: gnistsuccess: suksessbelonged: hørte tilchallenges: utfordringertogetherness: fellesskapinviting: innbydende

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Seoul Snow Delay: Hyunsoo's Unexpected Journey to Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-03-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 아침에, 지하철역은 사람들로 붐볐습니다.En: In the morning in Seoul, the subway station was crowded with people.Ko: 사람들은 두툼한 코트를 입고, 추운 겨울 공기에 입김을 내쉬고 있었습니다.En: People were wearing thick coats and exhaling breath into the cold winter air.Ko: 바깥에는 눈이 부드럽게 내려, 서울의 거리를 하얗게 덮었습니다.En: Outside, snow was gently falling, covering the streets of Seoul in white.Ko: 현수는 서둘러 역 안으로 들어갔습니다.En: Hyunsoo hurried into the station.Ko: 오늘은 매우 중요한 날입니다.En: Today is a very important day.Ko: 바로 대기업 면접이 있는 날입니다.En: It's the day of an interview with a major corporation.Ko: 졸업 후, 그는 가족을 위해 좋은 직장을 desperately 찾아야 했습니다.En: After graduation, he's been desperately looking for a good job to support his family.Ko: 그러나 오늘 아침, 지하철은 눈 때문에 예정보다 늦었습니다.En: However, this morning, the subway was delayed due to the snow.Ko: 현수는 초조했습니다.En: Hyunsoo was anxious.Ko: 시간이 계속 흘렀습니다.En: Time kept passing.Ko: 택시는 이미 만원이고, 기다리던 지하철은 오지 않았습니다.En: The taxis were already full, and the subway he was waiting for didn't come.Ko: 그는 고민에 빠졌습니다.En: He was lost in thought.Ko: "지하철을 기다려야 할까?En: "Should I wait for the subway?Ko: 아니면 버스 정류장으로 뛰어갈까?En: Or should I run to the bus stop?"Ko: " 하지만 시간이 촉박했습니다.En: But time was running out.Ko: 마침, 고개를 든 현수는 친구 민지의 번호를 떠올렸습니다.En: Just then, Hyunsoo lifted his head and remembered his friend Minji's number.Ko: 오랫동안 연락이 끊겼지만, 민지는 차를 가지고 있었습니다.En: Although they hadn't been in touch for a long time, Minji had a car.Ko: 쑥스러웠지만, 휴대전화를 꺼내 민지에게 전화를 걸었습니다.En: Feeling awkward, he took out his phone and called Minji.Ko: 민지는 뜻밖에도 반갑게 전화를 받았습니다.En: Unexpectedly, she answered the call cheerfully.Ko: "현수야, 오랜만이야!En: "Hyunsoo, long time no see!Ko: 무슨 일 있어?En: What's up?"Ko: " 현수는 급하다고 설명했고, 민지는 도와주겠다고 했습니다.En: Hyunsoo explained that he was in a hurry, and Minji agreed to help.Ko: "잠깐만 기다려, 금방 갈게.En: "Just wait a bit, I'll be there soon."Ko: "눈이 더욱 쌓이고 있을 때, 민지의 차가 역 앞에 도착했습니다.En: While the snow kept piling up, Minji's car arrived in front of the station.Ko: 현수는 감사의 눈빛으로 민지를 바라보았습니다.En: Hyunsoo looked at Minji with eyes full of gratitude.Ko: 민지의 도움 덕분에, 현수는 회사를 향해 출발했습니다.En: Thanks to Minji's help, Hyunsoo set off toward the company.Ko: 민지는 운전 중에도 계속 현수를 응원해 주었습니다.En: Even while driving, Minji kept cheering him on.Ko: "너라면 잘 할 수 있을 거야!En: "You can do this!"Ko: "마침내 회사 건물에 도착했을 때, 시계는 정확히 면접 시간이었습니다.En: When he finally arrived at the company building, the clock showed the exact interview time.Ko: 현수는 간신히 숨을 고르고, 면접 준비를 마쳤습니다.En: Hyunsoo took a deep breath and finished preparing for the interview.Ko: 그의 가슴은 여전히 두근거렸지만, 민지와의 대화 덕분에 마음이 한결 가벼워졌습니다.En: His heart was still pounding, but thanks to the conversation with Minji, his mind felt much lighter.Ko: 면접실에 들어가면서, 그는 결코 혼자가 아니라는 것을 깨달았습니다.En: As he entered the interview room, he realized he was not alone.Ko: 가족, 친구들이 있었기에 그는 이곳에 올 수 있었습니다.En: Because of his family and friends, he was able to make it there.Ko: 현수는 자신감 있게 미소를 지었습니다.En: Hyunsoo smiled confidently.Ko: 현수는 그날의 경험을 통해 혼자만의 노력으로는 한계가 있고, 때론 도움을 받아야 한다는 것을 배웠습니다.En: Through that day's experience, Hyunsoo learned that there are limits to what he can achieve through his efforts alone, and sometimes he needs to accept help.Ko: 그 날 이후, 그는 더 큰 자신감으로 미래를 맞이했습니다.En: After that day, he faced the future with greater confidence.Ko: 설날의 의미처럼, 새로움을 향한 믿음과 희망을 갖게 되었습니다.En: Like the meaning of the Seollal (Lunar New Year), he came to have faith and hope towards new beginnings. Vocabulary Words:crowded: 붐볐다exhaling: 내쉬고gently: 부드럽게snowfall: 눈hurried: 서둘러interview: 면접corporation: 대기업desperately: 절실히delayed: 늦었다anxious: 초조했다thought: 고민intertwined: 얽힌awkward: 쑥스러웠다cheerfully: 반갑게gratitude: 감사의pounding: 두근거렸다preparing: 준비했다confidence: 자신감conversation: 대화realized: 깨달았다alone: 혼자limits: 한계accept: 받아들이다faith: 믿음hope: 희망new beginnings: 새로움future: 미래support: 지원하다efforts: 노력urgent: 급하다

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Budget-Friendly Beauty: IKEA Finds for Stylish Students Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-02-02-08-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kall vinterdag i Stockholm, och snön föll sakta ner över staden.En: It was a cold winter day in Stockholm, and the snow was slowly falling over the city.Sv: Inne på IKEA var det varmt och fullt av människor.En: Inside IKEA it was warm and full of people.Sv: Doften av köttbullar och nybakade kanelbullar fyllde luften.En: The scent of meatballs and freshly baked cinnamon buns filled the air.Sv: I denna myllrande butik, bland de många hyllorna av möbler och dekorationer, gick Sigrid och Axel med bestämda steg mot avdelningen för skrivbord.En: In this bustling store, among the many shelves of furniture and decorations, Sigrid and Axel walked with determined steps towards the desk department.Sv: Sigrid, en glad och passionerad student vid universitetet, hade länge planerat att köpa ett skrivbord till sitt lilla rum i studentkorridoren.En: Sigrid, a happy and passionate student at the university, had long planned to buy a desk for her small room in the student corridor.Sv: Hon drömde om ett skrivbord som inte bara var funktionellt utan också stilrent.En: She dreamed of a desk that was not only functional but also stylish.Sv: Axel, hennes praktiskt lagda rumskompis, följde med för att hjälpa till och ge sina råd.En: Axel, her practically minded roommate, came along to help and give his advice.Sv: ”Det här är perfekt!” sa Sigrid när hon pekade på ett modernt skrivbord med rena linjer och en elegant design.En: “This is perfect!” said Sigrid as she pointed to a modern desk with clean lines and an elegant design.Sv: Axel skakade på huvudet.En: Axel shook his head.Sv: ”Det är snyggt, men kolla på priset, Sigrid.En: “It's nice, but look at the price, Sigrid.Sv: Det är dubbelt vad du hade tänkt dig att spendera.” Sigrid suckade och kände sig kluven.En: It's double what you planned to spend.” Sigrid sighed and felt torn.Sv: Hon visste att Axel hade rätt.En: She knew Axel was right.Sv: Summan på prislappen var långt över hennes budget, men hjärtat klappade lite snabbare när hon tänkte på hur fint det skulle se ut i rummet.En: The amount on the price tag was far above her budget, but her heart beat a little faster when she thought about how nice it would look in the room.Sv: De gick runt och tittade på andra alternativ, men Sigrids hjärta drogs hela tiden tillbaka till det moderna, stiliga skrivbordet.En: They went around looking at other options, but Sigrid's heart kept drawing her back to the modern, stylish desk.Sv: När de nästan hade gett upp, snubblade de plötsligt över ett golvexemplar av samma skrivbord – nedsatt till halva priset!En: Just as they were about to give up, they suddenly stumbled upon a floor model of the same desk – marked down to half the price!Sv: ”Titta, Axel!En: “Look, Axel!Sv: Det är vårt beslutda skrivbord, och priset är mycket bättre nu!” utropade Sigrid glatt.En: It's our chosen desk, and the price is much better now!” Sigrid exclaimed happily.Sv: Axel granskade skrivbordet noga och märkte att en låda saknades.En: Axel examined the desk closely and noticed that a drawer was missing.Sv: ”Det fattas en del,” sa han betänksamt.En: “There's a part missing,” he said thoughtfully.Sv: Även om detta verkligen var ett problem, var Sigrid angelägen om att få sitt drömskrivbord.En: Even though this was indeed a problem, Sigrid was eager to get her dream desk.Sv: De närmade sig försiktigt en butikschef och förklarade sin situation.En: They cautiously approached a store manager and explained their situation.Sv: Med ett vänligt leende berättade chefen att de kunde få ytterligare rabatt på skrivbordet.En: With a friendly smile, the manager told them they could get an additional discount on the desk.Sv: Med nyvunnet självförtroende prutade Axel tillsammans med Sigrid, och de kom överens om ett ännu bättre pris.En: With newfound confidence, Axel negotiated together with Sigrid, and they agreed on an even better price.Sv: Tillsammans kom de på en kreativ lösning; Axel föreslog att de kunde använda en enkel låda från en annan serie som passade perfekt i den plats där originalet saknades.En: Together they came up with a creative solution; Axel suggested they could use a simple drawer from another series that fit perfectly in the space where the original was missing.Sv: Nöjda och glada lämnade de IKEA, kämparande med kartongerna genom den snöiga parkeringen.En: Satisfied and happy, they left IKEA, struggling with the boxes through the snowy parking lot.Sv: Sigrid kände sig lycklig och lättad över hur allt hade löst sig.En: Sigrid felt happy and relieved at how everything had turned out.Sv: Hon insåg att Axel hade varit ovärderlig, och hon tackade honom varmt för hans hjälp.En: She realized that Axel had been invaluable, and she thanked him warmly for his help.Sv: ”Vi fixade det, Axel,” log hon.En: “We did it, Axel,” she smiled.Sv: ”Jag lärde mig något idag – stilighet behöver inte kosta en förmögenhet, och kreativitet löser det mesta.” Axel skrattade och nickade.En: “I learned something today – style doesn't have to cost a fortune, and creativity solves most things.” Axel laughed and nodded.Sv: ”Och nu har vi båda något att tänka på – praktiska lösningar och smart överdådighet.” Tillsammans lastade de bilen och begav sig hemåt genom den gnistrande vita staden, med en nyförståelse för balansen mellan praktiskt och vackert.En: “And now we both have something to think about – practical solutions and smart grandeur.” Together, they loaded the car and headed home through the sparkling white city, with a newfound understanding of the balance between practicality and beauty. Vocabulary Words:scent: doftenbustling: myllrandedetermined: bestämdapassionate: passioneradfunctional: funktionelltstylish: stilrentplanned: planeratpractically minded: praktiskt lagdaelegant: eleganttorn: kluvenprice tag: prislappenstumbled upon: snubbladefloor model: golvexemplarmarked down: nedsattexclaimed: utropadeexamined: granskadedrawer: lådamissing: saknadeseager: angelägencautiously: försiktigtnegotiated: prutadecreative: kreativsolution: lösningstruggling: kämparanderelieved: lättadinvaluable: ovärderligthanked: tackadefortune: förmögenhetsparkling: gnistrandegrandeur: överdådighet

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Candlelit Bonds: How Friendship Warms a Cold Winter's Night Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-02-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 겨울의 한복판, 지호는 조용한 대학 기숙사 방에 앉아 있었다.En: In the heart of winter, Jiho sat in a quiet university dorm room.Ko: 밖에는 눈이 소리없이 내리고 있었고, 방 안은 책들로 어지러웠다.En: Outside, snow was silently falling, and inside, the room was cluttered with books.Ko: 그러던 중, 갑자기 전기가 나가버렸다.En: Suddenly, the power went out.Ko: 지호는 놀라 어둠 속에서 주변을 더듬어 보았다.En: Jiho was startled and groped around in the darkness.Ko: "아, 큰일이야. 시험 공부도 해야 하고 설날 준비도 해야 하는데..." 지호는 깊은 한숨을 내쉬었다.En: "Ah, this is a big problem. I need to study for exams and prepare for Seollal," Jiho sighed deeply.Ko: 이런 상황에서도 그는 자기 자신에게 실망하고 싶지 않았다.En: Even in this situation, he didn't want to be disappointed in himself.Ko: 지호는 친구 수진과 민재를 찾아갔다.En: Jiho went to find his friends Soojin and Minjae.Ko: "수진아, 민재야, 도와줄 수 있어?" 지호는 부탁했다.En: "Soojin-ah, Minjae-ya, can you help me?" he asked.Ko: 둘은 전깃불 대신 사용할 초를 가져왔다.En: They brought candles to use instead of electric lights.Ko: 세 사람은 작은 기숙사 방에 모여 앉아 불을 밝혔다.En: The three of them sat together in the small dorm room and lit the candles.Ko: "우리 이렇게라도 함께 공부하자." 수진이 말하며 미소를 지었다.En: "Let's study together like this," Soojin said with a smile.Ko: 세 친구는 촛불의 깜박이는 불빛 아래서 책을 펴고 서로의 노트를 공유하며 공부를 시작했다.En: Under the flickering candlelight, the three friends opened their books and shared their notes to begin studying.Ko: 날은 계속 어두워지고, 방은 점점 차가워졌다. 그러나 지호와 친구들은 집에서 가져온 이불을 덮고 따뜻한 차를 마시며 서로를 격려했다.En: As the day continued to darken and the room grew colder, Jiho and his friends covered themselves with blankets brought from home and sipped warm tea, encouraging each other.Ko: 민재는 가족과 함께 보내던 설날 이야기를 나누었고, 수진은 자신의 투덜거리는 동생 얘기로 모두를 웃겼다.En: Minjae shared stories of Seollal celebrations with his family, and Soojin amused everyone with tales of her grumbling younger sibling.Ko: 전기가 언제 돌아올지 모른다는 불안감이 몰려왔지만, 그들은 포기하지 않았다.En: Although an unease about when the power would return crept in, they didn't give up.Ko: 촛불 아래서 만들어진 작은 공동체는 점차 더 따뜻해졌다.En: The small community formed under the candlelight gradually felt warmer.Ko: 그 순간, 지호는 친구들이 있어서 다행이라고 느꼈다.En: In that moment, Jiho felt grateful for his friends.Ko: 홀로 고민할 때는 보이지 않던 해결책들이 눈앞에 펼쳐진 것 같았다.En: Solutions that seemed invisible when he worried alone now appeared before his eyes.Ko: 다음 날 아침, 드디어 전기가 돌아왔다.En: The next morning, the power finally came back.Ko: 지호는 마지막 남은 과제를 마무리할 수 있었다.En: Jiho was able to finish his last remaining assignments.Ko: 모든 것이 제시간에 맞춰 마무리 되었다는 안도감이 그를 감쌌다.En: A sense of relief enveloped him, knowing everything was completed on time.Ko: 저녁이 되자, 세 사람은 함께 설날을 맞이하기로 했다.En: By evening, the three of them decided to welcome Seollal together.Ko: 작은 방 안은 웃음과 따뜻한 이야기로 가득 찼다.En: The small room was filled with laughter and warm stories.Ko: 지호는 이번 경험을 통해 중요한 걸 배웠다.En: Through this experience, Jiho learned something important.Ko: "항상 혼자 할 필요는 없구나. 함께하면 더 따뜻하고 즐거운 세상을 만들 수 있어."En: "I don't always have to do it alone. Together we can create a warmer and more joyful world."Ko: 그들은 떡국을 나눠 먹으며 서로의 새로운 목표를 응원했다.En: They shared tteokguk and supported each other's new goals.Ko: 그날 밤, 지호는 평화로운 마음으로 잠자리에 들었다.En: That night, Jiho went to bed with a peaceful heart.Ko: 이제 그는 혼자가 아닌, 친구들과 함께 하기로 결심했다.En: He had decided to be with his friends, not alone.Ko: 친구들과의 이 추억은 앞으로 그의 마음을 따뜻하게 해줄 것이었다.En: These memories with his friends would continue to warm his heart in the future. Vocabulary Words:cluttered: 어지러웠다startled: 놀라grope: 더듬어disappointed: 실망하고exams: 시험candlelight: 촛불flickering: 깜박이는ease: 안도감creep in: 몰려왔지만enveloped: 감쌌다community: 공동체grumbling: 투덜거리는relief: 안도감warmth: 따뜻하게solutions: 해결책들invisible: 보이지joyful: 즐거운stories: 이야기embrace: 껴안았다university: 대학blankets: 이불encouraging: 격려prepare: 준비together: 함께celebrations: 이야기를 나누었고sibling: 동생unease: 불안감grateful: 다행이라고finish: 마무리할memories: 추억

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Unplanned Adventure: Embracing Joy at Marina Beach Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-02-01-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: मरीना बीच, चेन्नई की लंबी रेत पर ठंडी हवा बह रही थी।En: A cool breeze was blowing over the long sands of Marina Beach, Chennai.Hi: समुद्र की लहरें किनारे पर सुमधुर संगीत बजा रही थीं।En: The sea waves were playing melodious music at the shore.Hi: आरव और मीरा का अचानक चेन्नई जाने का निर्णय उनके जीवन में उत्साह का नया संचार था।En: The sudden decision by Aarav and Meera to go to Chennai brought a new wave of excitement into their lives.Hi: उन्होंने अपनी सामान्य दिनचर्या से छुट्टी लेने का फैसला किया, जहां मीरा हमेशा अपने काम की चिंता में घिरी रहती थी और आरव हर चीज को बेहद सूचिबद्ध कर प्लान करता था।En: They decided to take a break from their routine, where Meera was always engulfed in her work worries and Aarav used to plan everything meticulously.Hi: आरव को सारी चीजें योजनाबद्ध तरीके से करना पसंद था।En: Aarav liked to do everything in a planned manner.Hi: लेकिन भीतर अंदर, वह चाहता था कि कभी-कभी वह खुद को योजनाओं से मुक्त कर सके।En: But deep inside, he wished he could sometimes free himself from those plans.Hi: मीरा उत्साही थी लेकिन हालिया काम के दवाब ने उसे कुछ मायूस सा बना दिया था।En: Meera was enthusiastic, but the recent work pressure had made her somewhat dispirited.Hi: वह इस यात्रा में फिर से उत्साह महसूस करना चाहती थी, अपने भीतर के बच्चों को जीवित करना चाहती थी।En: She wanted to feel excited again and revive the child within her through this trip.Hi: जहां वे मरीना बीच पर तड़के पहुंचे, समुद्र तट पर ठंडी लहरें उनके पैरों से टकराईं।En: As they arrived at Marina Beach early in the morning, the cool waves of the sea touched their feet.Hi: लेकिन अचानक आसमान में घने बादल छा गए और बारिश का खतरा मंडराने लगा।En: But suddenly, dense clouds covered the sky, and the threat of rain loomed.Hi: आरव, जो पहले से ही मौसम की रिपोर्ट नहीं देख पाने के लिए परेशान था, सोचने लगा कि उन्हें कहीं और जाना चाहिए।En: Aarav, already upset about not being able to check the weather report, began thinking they should go somewhere else.Hi: "चिंता मत करो, आरव!En: "Don't worry, Aarav!"Hi: " मीरा ने कहा।En: Meera said.Hi: "चलो, पास के बाजारों को देखते हैं।En: "Let's check out the nearby markets.Hi: यह मजेदार होगा!En: It will be fun!"Hi: " उसकी आँखों में चमक थी।En: There was a sparkle in her eyes.Hi: आरव के लिए यह एक मुश्किल निर्णय था।En: It was a difficult decision for Aarav.Hi: वह हमेशा की तरह योजना बना चुका था, लेकिन मीरा की मुस्कान ने उसका हौसला बढ़ा दिया।En: He had already planned everything as usual, but Meera's smile encouraged him.Hi: उसने हां में सिर हिला दिया और वे बाजार की ओर चल दिए।En: He nodded in agreement, and they headed toward the market.Hi: वे बाजार पहुंचकर चकित रह गए।En: They were amazed when they reached the market.Hi: हर तरफ रंग-बिरंगी दुकानें, चटपटे चाट के ठेले और नाचने-गाने की आवाजें थीं।En: There were colorful shops everywhere, spicy street food stalls, and sounds of people singing and dancing.Hi: बारिश भले ही हो रही थी, लेकिन मीरा की छतरी तले उन दोनों ने बाजार का आनंद उठाया।En: Even though it was raining, under Meera's umbrella, they enjoyed the market.Hi: वे एक मिठाई की दुकान के सामने रुके और गरमा-गरम जलेबियों का स्वाद चखा।En: They stopped in front of a sweet shop and tasted hot jalebis.Hi: उस छोटी सी छतरी के नीचे, लघु वार्तालाप गहरे होते गए।En: Under that small umbrella, their brief conversations became deeper.Hi: उन बातों ने उन्हें और पास ला दिया।En: Those talks brought them closer.Hi: तभी, बारिश थम गई।En: Just then, the rain stopped.Hi: आसमान धीरे-धीरे साफ होने लगा।En: The sky slowly began to clear.Hi: दोनों मरीना बीच की ओर वापस लौटे।En: They both returned to Marina Beach.Hi: सूरज डूब रहा था, नारंगी आभा ने समुद्र को अद्भुत बना दिया था।En: The sun was setting, and the orange glow made the sea look incredible.Hi: वहां, रेत पर बैठकर उन्होंने महसूस किया कि कैसे जीवन की सरलता और अप्रत्याशित घटनाएं सबसे सुंदर होती हैं।En: Sitting on the sand, they realized how the simplicity of life and unexpected events are the most beautiful.Hi: आरव ने पाया कि योजनाओं से हटकर भी सुख मिलता है और मीरा ने महसूस किया कि जीवन में छोटे-छोटे पल भी उसे तरोताजा कर सकते हैं।En: Aarav found that there is joy even without plans, and Meera realized that even small moments in life can refresh her.Hi: वे दोनों बहुत खुश थे।En: They were both very happy.Hi: समंदर की लहरें अब और भी खूबसूरत लग रही थीं।En: The waves of the sea seemed even more beautiful now.Hi: अपने अनुभव से सीखे सबक के साथ, वे महसूस कर रहे थे कि वे जीवन के हर मोड़ को खुशी से अपनाएंगे।En: With the lessons learned from their experience, they felt they would embrace every turn in life joyfully. Vocabulary Words:breeze: हवाshore: किनारेmelodious: सुमधुरexcitement: उत्साहengulfed: घिरीmeticulously: सूचिबद्धenthusiastic: उत्साहीdispirited: मायूसrevive: जीवितthreat: खतराloomed: मंडरानेsparkle: चमकdifficult: मुश्किलcolorful: रंग-बिरंगीspicy: चटपटेstalls: ठेलेumbrella: छतरीconversations: वार्तालापdeeper: गहरेembrace: अपनाएंगेrefresh: तरोताजाsimplicity: सरलताunexpected: अप्रत्याशितjoy: सुखmoment: पलsank: डूब रहाglow: आभाincredible: अद्भुतexperience: अनुभवlessons: सबक

Fluent Fiction - French: Parisian Brushstrokes: Discovering Talent at Le Coin Créatif Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-02-01-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le café "Le Coin Créatif" à Paris était un lieu chaleureux et accueillant.En: The café "Le Coin Créatif" in Paris was a warm and welcoming place.Fr: À l'intérieur, des cappuccinos chauds dégageaient une douce vapeur et les conversations se mêlaient harmonieusement aux sons des visiteurs d'une petite exposition d'art dans la pièce adjacente.En: Inside, hot cappuccinos emitted a gentle steam, and conversations blended harmoniously with the sounds of visitors at a small art exhibition in the adjacent room.Fr: Dehors, des flocons de neige flottaient avec grâce, enveloppant la scène d'une magie hivernale typiquement parisienne.En: Outside, snowflakes floated gracefully, enveloping the scene in a typically Parisian winter magic.Fr: Étienne, assis à une table près de la fenêtre, observait silencieusement le monde extérieur.En: Étienne, sitting at a table near the window, silently observed the outside world.Fr: Peintre timide et talentueux, il venait souvent ici pour trouver l'inspiration.En: A shy and talented painter, he often came here to find inspiration.Fr: Même si ses œuvres attiraient l'attention de quelques passants, il manquait de confiance pour les vendre ou les exposer.En: Even though his works drew the attention of a few passersby, he lacked the confidence to sell or exhibit them.Fr: Ce jour-là, Isabelle entra dans le café, attirée par l'annonce d'une exposition locale.En: That day, Isabelle entered the café, attracted by the announcement of a local exhibition.Fr: Elle arpentait les galeries de Paris, rêvant de découvrir de nouveaux artistes capables de laisser leur empreinte dans le monde de l'art.En: She roamed the galleries of Paris, dreaming of discovering new artists capable of leaving their mark on the art world.Fr: Alors qu'elle passait d'une œuvre à l'autre, elle s'arrêta devant un tableau qui la captivait.En: As she moved from one work to another, she stopped in front of a painting that captivated her.Fr: Étienne, observant discret de sa table, vit son regard se poser sur une de ses œuvres.En: Étienne, discreetly watching from his table, saw her gaze settle on one of his works.Fr: Il sentit son cœur s'accélérer.En: He felt his heart race.Fr: Et si c'était elle, celle qui comprendrait enfin son art?En: What if it was she, the one who would finally understand his art?Fr: Il hésita un moment, puis, décidant de faire preuve de courage, se leva et s'approcha d'elle.En: He hesitated for a moment, then, deciding to be brave, he stood up and approached her.Fr: "Pardonnez-moi," commença Étienne timidement, "je suis l'artiste de ce tableau."En: "Excuse me," Étienne began timidly, "I am the artist of this painting."Fr: Isabelle tourna son regard vers lui, intriguée.En: Isabelle turned her gaze towards him, intrigued.Fr: "Oh, vraiment?En: "Oh, really?Fr: Votre travail est fascinant!"En: Your work is fascinating!"Fr: répondit-elle avec enthousiasme.En: she replied enthusiastically.Fr: Encouragé par ses mots, Étienne engagea une conversation sur l'art et leur passion commune.En: Encouraged by her words, Étienne engaged in a conversation about art and their shared passion.Fr: Isabelle, d'habitude assaillie par le doute face à tant de talents, sentait quelque chose d'authentique chez Étienne.En: Isabelle, usually plagued by doubt in the face of such talent, felt something authentic in Étienne.Fr: Alors qu'ils discutaient, Étienne, saisi par une impulsion artistique, attrapa son carnet et esquissa rapidement un portrait d'Isabelle.En: As they talked, Étienne, seized by an artistic impulse, grabbed his notebook and quickly sketched a portrait of Isabelle.Fr: Il lui tendit le dessin.En: He handed her the drawing.Fr: Cette esquisse simple capturait parfaitement son essence.En: This simple sketch perfectly captured her essence.Fr: "C'est magnifique," murmura Isabelle, touchée.En: "It's beautiful," Isabelle murmured, touched.Fr: Leur discussion devint plus intense, chacun partageant sa vision de l'art et les défis rencontrés.En: Their discussion became more intense, each sharing their vision of art and the challenges they faced.Fr: À la fin de leur échange, Isabelle, inspirée par le dévouement et la passion d'Étienne, prit une décision.En: At the end of their exchange, Isabelle, inspired by Étienne's dedication and passion, made a decision.Fr: Elle se proposa de l'aider à introduire ses œuvres à un public plus large.En: She offered to help him introduce his works to a wider audience.Fr: Étienne, ravi et reconnaissant, trouva en Isabelle non seulement une alliée professionnelle, mais aussi une amie potentielle.En: Étienne, delighted and grateful, found in Isabelle not only a professional ally but also a potential friend.Fr: Avec le soutien d'Isabelle, Étienne retrouva confiance.En: With Isabelle's support, Étienne regained confidence.Fr: Il réalisa que son art pouvait toucher les gens, et il était prêt à embrasser cette nouvelle opportunité.En: He realized that his art could touch people, and he was ready to embrace this new opportunity.Fr: Quant à Isabelle, elle apprit à écouter son instinct, un allié précieux dans sa quête pour découvrir les trésors cachés du monde artistique.En: As for Isabelle, she learned to trust her instincts, a valuable ally in her quest to discover the hidden treasures of the art world.Fr: Sous la lumière chaude du café "Le Coin Créatif", une nouvelle collaboration naquit, pleine de promesses et de rêves partagés, s'épanouissant comme les flocons qui continuaient de tomber doucement sur Paris en ce jour de Saint-Valentin.En: Under the warm light of the café "Le Coin Créatif", a new collaboration was born, full of promises and shared dreams, blossoming like the snowflakes that continued to fall gently on Paris on this Valentine's Day. Vocabulary Words:the café: le caféwarm: chaleureuxwelcoming: accueillantthe steam: la vapeurthe exhibition: l'expositionadjacent: adjacentthe snowflake: le flocon de neigegraceful: grâcethe magic: la magiethe painter: le peintreto find inspiration: trouver l'inspirationto lack: manquer deto sell: vendreto exhibit: exposerto roam: arpenterthe gallery: la galerieto captivate: captiverdiscreetly: discretthe gaze: le regardto hesitate: hésiterto be brave: faire preuve de couragefascinated: fascinéencouraged: encouragécommon: communto seize: saisirthe impulse: l'impulsionthe notebook: le carnetthe sketch: l'esquissethe essence: l'essenceauthentic: authentique

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Unraveling Secrets at Gyeongbokgung: A Korean New Year Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-01-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 설경이 아름다운 겨울날, 지호는 가족과 함께 설날을 맞이하여 경복궁을 방문했습니다.En: On a winter day when the snowy landscape was beautiful, Jiho visited Gyeongbokgung Palace with his family to celebrate Seollal, the Korean New Year.Ko: 경복궁은 눈으로 덮여 있었고, 전통 한복을 입은 사람들이 활기차게 움직이며 고궁에 색을 입히고 있었습니다.En: Gyeongbokgung Palace was covered with snow, and people dressed in traditional hanbok were moving energetically, adding color to the palace.Ko: 지호는 가족들과 함께 궁궐을 구경하며 오랜 역사를 느꼈습니다.En: Jiho toured the palace with his family, feeling the long history.Ko: 어느 순간, 지호는 어느 한쪽에 떨어져 있는 낡은 사진을 발견했습니다.En: At a certain moment, Jiho discovered an old photograph lying off to one side.Ko: 사진은 오래된 것이어서 얼룩이 져 있었지만, 그는 사진에 비친 친숙한 얼굴들을 알아보았습니다.En: The photo was old and stained, but he recognized the familiar faces reflected in it.Ko: 그의 할아버지와 어린 시절의 가족들이었습니다.En: They were of his grandfather and his family in their childhood.Ko: 하지만 그 사진 속에는 익숙하지 않은 인물도 있었습니다.En: However, there was also a person in the photo who was unfamiliar.Ko: 지호는 그 사진에 대한 궁금증이 생겼습니다.En: Jiho became curious about the photo.Ko: 그동안 가족에게 묻지 못했던 이야기를 이제는 알아야겠다고 생각했습니다.En: He decided to learn about the stories he hadn't been able to ask his family about until now.Ko: 하지만 가족들은 설날에 과거의 이야기를 꺼내기에는 꺼림칙해 보였습니다.En: However, the family seemed hesitant to bring up stories of the past during the New Year.Ko: 특히 차가운 겨울 날씨는 그의 인내심을 시험하고 있었습니다.En: Especially the cold winter weather was testing his patience.Ko: 결국 지호는 용기를 내어 가족 어른들에게 조용히 물었습니다. "할아버지, 이 사진에 대해 아시나요?" 그는 조심스레 사진을 내밀며 물었습니다.En: In the end, Jiho mustered the courage to quietly ask the elders of his family, "Grandfather, do you know anything about this photograph?" He asked cautiously, holding out the photo.Ko: 가족들은 잠시 놀란 표정을 지었지만, 곧 함께 모여 사진에 대해 이야기를 나누기 시작했습니다.En: The family momentarily wore surprised expressions, but soon gathered together to start discussing the photo.Ko: 조용한 경복궁 구석에서 가족들은 모여 앉았습니다.En: In a quiet corner of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the family sat together.Ko: 긴장감이 감돌았지만, 가족의 비밀이 드러나기 시작했습니다.En: Tension hung in the air, but the family's secret began to unfold.Ko: 사진 속 낯선 인물은 할아버지의 잃어버린 형제였습니다.En: The unfamiliar person in the photo was Jiho's grandfather's long-lost brother.Ko: 오랫동안 잊혀졌던 가족사는 이제야 밝혀졌습니다.En: The long-forgotten family history was now finally revealed.Ko: 비밀을 알게 된 가족들은 처음엔 충격을 받았지만, 곧 더 깊고 진한 이해심을 가지게 되었습니다.En: The family was initially shocked to learn the secret, but soon they developed a deeper and more profound understanding.Ko: 그것은 그들 사이의 유대를 더욱 강하게 만들었습니다.En: It strengthened the bonds between them.Ko: 지호는 가족에 대한 자부심과 함께 가족 역사에 대한 이해가 깊어졌습니다.En: Jiho felt a sense of pride in his family and gained a deeper understanding of his family history.Ko: 이제 그는 더 자신 있게 가족과 소통할 수 있었습니다.En: Now he could communicate with his family with more confidence.Ko: 그들은 추운 겨울바람 속에서도 서로의 따뜻함을 느꼈습니다.En: Even in the cold winter breeze, they felt the warmth of one another.Ko: 그리고 경복궁의 아름다움은 마치 그들의 새로운 시작을 축하하는 듯했습니다.En: The beauty of Gyeongbokgung Palace seemed to celebrate their new beginning.Ko: 지호는 설날에 가족과 함께 있는 순간이 더없이 소중하게 느껴졌습니다.En: Jiho felt the moment of being with his family on Seollal was exceedingly precious. Vocabulary Words:landscape: 설경celebrate: 맞이하여traditional: 전통energetically: 활기차게recognize: 알아보았습니다familiar: 친숙한hesitant: 꺼림칙해patience: 인내심muster: 용기를 내어cautiously: 조심스레tension: 긴장감unfold: 드러나기long-lost: 잃어버린profound: 진한understanding: 이해심strengthened: 강하게bonds: 유대pride: 자부심communicate: 소통할confidence: 자신 있게precious: 소중하게breeze: 바람discover: 발견했습니다hesitant: 꺼림칙해discuss: 이야기를 나누기 시작했습니다corner: 구석reveal: 밝혀졌습니다initially: 처음엔develop: 가지게bond: 유대를

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Alessandro's Icy Masterpiece: A Snowman Saga Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-30-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Una fredda mattina d'inverno, il collegio ai piedi delle Alpi italiane sembrava un dipinto.En: A cold winter morning, the boarding school at the foot of the Alpi italiane looked like a painting.It: La neve copriva tutto, e i pini erano vestiti di bianco.En: The snow covered everything, and the pines were dressed in white.It: Gli studenti correvano nel cortile, ridendo e giocando nella neve.En: The students were running in the courtyard, laughing and playing in the snow.It: Alessandro, un ragazzo noto per i suoi scherzi, sedeva su un muretto, osservando il paesaggio bianco intorno a lui.En: Alessandro, a boy known for his pranks, sat on a low wall, observing the white landscape around him.It: Anche se tutti lo conoscevano come un combinaguai, Alessandro voleva essere visto come un artista, un ragazzo capace di grandi cose.En: Even though everyone knew him as a troublemaker, Alessandro wanted to be seen as an artist, a boy capable of great things.It: Il concorso annuale di pupazzi di neve del collegio era l'occasione perfetta.En: The annual snowman contest at the boarding school was the perfect opportunity.It: "Giovanni, Luisa," chiamò Alessandro, avvicinandosi ai suoi amici mentre stavano costruendo una palla di neve.En: "Giovanni, Luisa," called Alessandro, approaching his friends as they were building a snowball.It: "Vi serve una mano?"En: "Do you need a hand?"It: Giovanni lo guardò sospettoso.En: Giovanni looked at him suspiciously.It: "Cosa stai tramando, Ale?"En: "What are you plotting, Ale?"It: "Niente scherzi, prometto."En: "No pranks, I promise."It: Alessandro alzò le mani.En: Alessandro raised his hands.It: "Voglio costruire un pupazzo di neve speciale.En: "I want to build a special snowman.It: Ma ho bisogno del vostro aiuto."En: But I need your help."It: Luisa incrociò le braccia.En: Luisa crossed her arms.It: "E perché dovremmo aiutarti?"En: "And why should we help you?"It: "Perché voglio dimostrare a tutti che non sono solo un burlone.En: "Because I want to show everyone that I'm not just a joker.It: Voglio vincere il concorso," rispose Alessandro.En: I want to win the contest," replied Alessandro.It: Sorriso sincero, occhi pieni di speranza.En: A sincere smile, eyes full of hope.It: Giovanni e Luisa, colpiti dalla sincerità di Alessandro, alla fine acconsentirono.En: Giovanni and Luisa, touched by Alessandro's sincerity, eventually agreed.It: "D'accordo, ma niente imbrogli."En: "Alright, but no tricks."It: Quella sera, mentre il collegio dormiva, Alessandro, Giovanni e Luisa uscirono in silenzio.En: That evening, while the boarding school slept, Alessandro, Giovanni, and Luisa quietly went out.It: Armati di torce e palette, iniziarono a costruire il loro pupazzo di neve.En: Armed with flashlights and shovels, they began to build their snowman.It: Lavorarono con impegno, modellando un pupazzo diverso da tutti gli altri.En: They worked diligently, molding a snowman different from all the others.It: Era alto, elegante, con braccia lunghe e un naso di carota sottile.En: It was tall, elegant, with long arms and a thin carrot nose.It: Il mattino del concorso, il pupazzo di Alessandro era pronto.En: The morning of the contest, Alessandro's snowman was ready.It: Era davvero qualcosa di speciale.En: It was truly something special.It: Gli studenti si radunarono per l'evento.En: The students gathered for the event.It: La giuria, composta da insegnanti e il preside, iniziò a valutare i pupazzi.En: The jury, composed of teachers and the principal, began evaluating the snowmen.It: Quando fu il turno del pupazzo di Alessandro, tutti rimasero a bocca aperta.En: When it was Alessandro's snowman's turn, everyone was left speechless.It: Era realmente un'opera d'arte.En: It was truly a work of art.It: Mentre la giuria discuteva, una palla di neve scivolò dalla cima del pupazzo.En: While the jury deliberated, a snowball slipped from the top of the snowman.It: Alessandro cercò di afferrarla, ma il pupazzo perse l'equilibrio e, lentamente, cadde e rotolò giù lungo la collinetta.En: Alessandro tried to catch it, but the snowman lost balance and slowly fell, rolling down the hillside.It: Tutti lo guardarono in silenzio mentre il pupazzo sgretolandosi andava a colpire proprio la macchina del preside.En: Everyone watched in silence as the snowman crumbled and went to hit right on the principal's car.It: Dopo un momento di silenzio, il preside scoppiò in una sonora risata.En: After a moment of silence, the principal burst into loud laughter.It: "Non è proprio come lo avevi pianificato, Alessandro, eh?"En: "Not quite how you planned it, Alessandro, eh?"It: Alessandro arrossì, ma la folla iniziò a ridere con il preside.En: Alessandro blushed, but the crowd began to laugh with the principal.It: Fu allora che il preside si avvicinò al ragazzo.En: It was then that the principal approached the boy.It: "Devi sapere, Ale, che la creatività non sempre è perfetta.En: "You must know, Ale, that creativity isn't always perfect.It: Ma è sempre preziosa."En: But it's always valuable."It: Quella giornata Alessandro imparò una lezione importante.En: That day, Alessandro learned an important lesson.It: Si rese conto che la sua creatività poteva portare sorrisi e non solo burle.En: He realized that his creativity could bring smiles and not just pranks.It: Finalmente fu riconosciuto come un vero talento, e gli amici e insegnanti iniziarono a vederlo con occhi diversi.En: Finally, he was recognized as a true talent, and friends and teachers began to see him in a different light.It: Con quel lancio accidentale del suo pupazzo di neve, Alessandro ottenne non solo il riconoscimento che desiderava, ma anche una nuova consapevolezza di sé.En: With that accidental launch of his snowman, Alessandro gained not only the recognition he desired but also a new self-awareness.It: E da quel giorno, fu Alessandro l'artista, non più solo Alessandro lo scherzoso.En: And from that day on, he was Alessandro the artist, no longer just Alessandro the joker. Vocabulary Words:the morning: la mattinathe boarding school: il collegiothe foothills: ai piedithe painting: il dipintothe prank: lo scherzothe troublemaker: il combinaguaithe opportunity: l'occasionethe courtyard: il cortilethe snowball: la palla di nevethe flashlight: la torciathe shovel: la palettathe jury: la giuriathe principal: il presidethe hillside: la collinettathe smile: il sorrisothe balance: l'equilibriothe slope: la pendenzathe work of art: l'opera d'artethe laughter: la risatathe contest: il concorsothe artist: l'artistathe creativity: la creativitàthe talent: il talentothe snowman: il pupazzo di nevethe car: la macchinavaluable: preziosasincerely: sinceramentethe awareness: la consapevolezzathe landscape: il paesaggioto whimper: mugolare

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Fireworks of Friendship: A Seollal Adventure in Seoul Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-01-30-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 설날의 특별한 하루였다.En: It was a special day for the Seollal.Ko: 남산 서울타워는 화려한 장식과 등불로 반짝이고 있었다.En: Namsan Seoul Tower was sparkling with dazzling decorations and lanterns.Ko: 진우는 카메라를 들고 조용히 타워 아래 서 있었다.En: Jinwoo stood quietly under the tower with his camera in hand.Ko: 민지는 신나게 뛰어다니며 명단을 들여다봤다.En: Minji was excitedly running around, looking at the list.Ko: "우린 이걸 다 찾아야 해!En: "We have to find all of these!"Ko: " 그녀는 킥킥거리며 말했다.En: she said with a giggle.Ko: 진우는 내적인 사람이다.En: Jinwoo is an introvert.Ko: 그는 사진 찍는 것을 좋아한다.En: He loves taking photos.Ko: 반면에 민지는 활발하고 늘 새로운 모험을 꿈꾼다.En: On the other hand, Minji is lively and always dreams of new adventures.Ko: 그들의 공통 친구 승민은 항상 민지를 좋아했지만 그 감정을 말로 표현하는 것을 주저했다.En: Their mutual friend Seungmin has always liked Minji, but hesitated to express his feelings.Ko: 학교에서는 설날을 맞아 학생들끼리 짝을 지어 보물찾기를 준비했다.En: At school, in celebration of Seollal, the students paired up for a treasure hunt.Ko: 진우와 민지는 짝이 되었고, 승민은 다른 친구들과 함께 다녔다.En: Jinwoo and Minji became partners, while Seungmin joined other friends.Ko: 진우는 처음엔 조금 불편했다.En: Jinwoo felt a bit uneasy at first.Ko: 그는 사람 많은 곳을 좋아하지 않았다.En: He didn't like crowded places.Ko: 그러나 민지는 진우의 손을 잡고 활동에 집중했다.En: However, Minji took Jinwoo's hand and focused on the activity.Ko: "진우야, 이거 봐!En: "Look Jinwoo!Ko: 와, 이건 꼭 찾아야 해!En: Wow, we must find this!"Ko: " 그녀는 진우와 함께 미소를 나누며 각종 단서들을 풀어나갔다.En: she said, sharing a smile with him as they solved various clues together.Ko: 그의 카메라는 우뚝 솟은 남산 타워와 깜빡이는 불빛들을 포착했다.En: His camera captured the towering Namsan Tower and the flickering lights.Ko: 끝내 그들은 높은 곳에 올라가 서울을 내려다보았다.En: Eventually, they went up to a high place to look down on Seoul.Ko: 불꽃놀이가 시작되었다.En: The fireworks began.Ko: 진우는 카메라를 들고 그 순간을 기다렸다.En: Jinwoo held his camera, waiting for the moment.Ko: 이번에는 민지가 그의 옆에 서 있었다.En: This time, Minji stood beside him.Ko: 진우는 셔터를 눌러 민지와 그 아름다운 순간을 하나의 사진으로 담았다.En: Jinwoo pressed the shutter, capturing Minji and that beautiful moment into a single photo.Ko: "정말 멋진 사진이야, 진우야!En: "That's a really amazing photo, Jinwoo!"Ko: " 민지는 신이 나서 외쳤다.En: Minji exclaimed excitedly.Ko: 진우는 그녀를 바라보며도 살짝 미소 지었다.En: Jinwoo looked at her and smiled softly.Ko: 둘의 마음 속에 생기는 새로운 감정도 느낄 수 있었다.En: They could feel new emotions growing in their hearts.Ko: 한편, 승민은 그들을 멀리서 지켜보았다.En: Meanwhile, Seungmin watched them from a distance.Ko: 그는 속마음으로 민지를 좋아했지만, 진우와 민지가 행복해 보이는 것을 보며 스스로의 마음을 정리했다.En: He liked Minji in his heart, but seeing Jinwoo and Minji looking happy, he decided to sort out his own feelings.Ko: 새해의 첫불꽃이 사라질 때쯤 진우는 민지에게 조심스럽게 말했다.En: As the first fireworks of the new year faded, Jinwoo cautiously spoke to Minji.Ko: "다음에는 같이 사진 찍으러 가자.En: "Next time, let's go take photos together."Ko: " 민지는 고개를 끄덕이며 환한 미소를 지었다.En: Minji nodded with a bright smile.Ko: 그날 이후 진우는 더욱 활발하게 변했다.En: After that day, Jinwoo became more outgoing.Ko: 새로운 경험을 꺼리지 않았다.En: He wasn't afraid of new experiences.Ko: 민지는 그런 진우를 보며 내성적인 사람들의 고심을 이해하려고 노력했다.En: Minji, seeing him like that, tried to understand the struggles of introverted people.Ko: 그들은 함께 설날 축제의 분위기를 만끽하며 새로운 우정을 시작했다.En: They embraced the Seollal festival atmosphere together, starting a new friendship.Ko: 그리고 승민은 그들의 행복을 바라보며 그들을 응원하기로 했다.En: And Seungmin decided to support their happiness from afar.Ko: 남산의 차가운 바람도 따뜻한 마음들 속에서 훈훈했다.En: Even the cold wind of Namsan felt warm in their kind hearts.Ko: 그렇게 그들의 특별한 설날은 눈부신 불꽃과 함께 막을 내렸다.En: And so their special Seollal came to a close with dazzling fireworks. Vocabulary Words:special: 특별한sparkling: 반짝이고dazzling: 화려한introvert: 내적인adventures: 모험hesitated: 주저했다treasure hunt: 보물찾기uneasy: 불편했다flickering: 깜빡이는fireworks: 불꽃놀이emotions: 감정cautiously: 조심스럽게outgoing: 활발하게embraced: 만끽하며shutter: 셔터express: 표현하는focus: 집중captured: 포착했다towering: 우뚝 솟은munificence: 훈훈giggle: 킥킥거리며mutual: 공통sorted: 정리했다support: 응원하기로faded: 사라질kind hearts: 따뜻한 마음들crowded: 사람 많은celebration: 맞아conceal: 숨겼던new experiences: 새로운 경험

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Bridging Worlds: Art and Connection in Oaxaca's Mercato Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-29-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il mercato di Oaxaca era un mare di colori.En: The mercato of Oaxaca was a sea of colors.It: Le bancarelle straripavano di tessuti intricati, realizzati con un'arte che parlava direttamente al cuore di chi sapeva ascoltare.En: The stalls overflowed with intricate textiles, created with an art that spoke directly to the heart of those who knew how to listen.It: Alessio camminava lentamente tra la folla, la sua macchina fotografica pronta a catturare ogni dettaglio.En: Alessio walked slowly among the crowd, his camera ready to capture every detail.It: Tuttavia, non riusciva a trovare l'immagine perfetta, quella che potesse raccontare la vera essenza dell'arte indigena.En: However, he couldn't find the perfect image, the one that could tell the true essence of indigenous art.It: Dall'altra parte del mercato, Giulia osservava incantata i tessitori locali.En: On the other side of the mercato, Giulia watched the local weavers with enchantment.It: Anche se non parlava spagnolo, la sua passione per l'arte l'aveva spinta a venire qui.En: Even though she didn't speak Spanish, her passion for art had driven her to come here.It: Si sentiva un po' isolata, incapace di comunicare, ma non voleva arrendersi.En: She felt a bit isolated, unable to communicate, but didn't want to give up.It: Con il suo sketchbook in mano, iniziò a disegnare gli intricati motivi che vedeva intorno a lei, sperando di poter esprimere la sua ammirazione attraverso le immagini.En: With her sketchbook in hand, she started drawing the intricate patterns she saw around her, hoping to express her admiration through images.It: Alessio notò una giovane donna intenta a disegnare, circondata da tessitori sorridenti.En: Alessio noticed a young woman intent on drawing, surrounded by smiling weavers.It: Era Giulia, che aveva finalmente trovato un modo per interagire con gli artigiani, mostrando loro i suoi schizzi.En: It was Giulia, who had finally found a way to interact with the artisans by showing them her sketches.It: La scena aveva un'atmosfera magica, quasi come se una storia silenziosa si stesse svolgendo davanti ai suoi occhi.En: The scene had a magical atmosphere, almost as if a silent story was unfolding before his eyes.It: Senza pensarci troppo, Alessio alzò la macchina fotografica e scattò una foto.En: Without thinking too much, Alessio raised his camera and took a picture.It: Quando Giulia sollevò lo sguardo, i loro occhi si incrociarono.En: When Giulia lifted her gaze, their eyes met.It: Fu un incontro silenzioso ma pieno di significato.En: It was a silent but meaningful encounter.It: Alessio si avvicinò, incuriosito dai suoi disegni.En: Alessio approached, curious about her drawings.It: "I tuoi schizzi sono incredibili", disse, ammirando la profondità con cui aveva catturato i dettagli e l'anima dell'artigianato.En: "Your sketches are incredible," he said, admiring the depth with which she had captured the details and soul of the craftsmanship.It: Giulia sorrise timidamente, trovando conforto nella possibilità di comunicare.En: Giulia smiled timidly, finding comfort in the opportunity to communicate.It: Iniziarono a parlare, condividendo le loro esperienze e le loro sfide.En: They began to talk, sharing their experiences and challenges.It: Alessio le raccontò della sua ricerca della foto perfetta e di come avesse trovato la sua ispirazione nel vederla all'opera.En: Alessio told her about his search for the perfect photo and how he had found his inspiration by seeing her at work.It: "La tua presenza qui è ciò che mi ha dato una nuova prospettiva", ammise Alessio.En: "Your presence here is what gave me a new perspective," Alessio admitted.It: Nel frattempo, Giulia scoprì una nuova fiducia in sé stessa grazie alla connessione stabilita con gli artigiani e con Alessio.En: Meanwhile, Giulia discovered a newfound confidence in herself thanks to the connection established with the artisans and with Alessio.It: La loro conversazione si trasformò in una lezione di vita, insegnando a entrambi il valore della connessione umana e culturale.En: Their conversation turned into a life lesson, teaching them both the value of human and cultural connection.It: Poco dopo, Alessio scattò un'altra foto, questa volta di Giulia mentre discuteva animatamente con un anziano tessitore che sorrideva orgoglioso dei suoi lavori.En: Shortly after, Alessio took another photo, this time of Giulia while she animatedly discussed with an elderly weaver who smiled proudly at his work.It: L'immagine catturava perfettamente l'unione di due mondi artistici e culturali.En: The image perfectly captured the union of two artistic and cultural worlds.It: Quando il sole iniziò a tramontare, tingeva il cielo di arancio e oro, Alessio e Giulia si allontanarono dal mercato con nuove ispirazioni.En: When the sun began to set, painting the sky orange and gold, Alessio and Giulia left the mercato with new inspirations.It: Lui aveva trovato il soggetto perfetto per la sua fotografia, lei aveva trovato un nuovo modo di essere parte di un mondo a volte incompreso.En: He had found the perfect subject for his photograph, she had found a new way to be part of a sometimes misunderstood world.It: Il mercato si preparava a chiudere, eppure l'energia vibrante delle storie e delle culture che lo animavano rimanevano vive.En: The mercato was getting ready to close, yet the vibrant energy of the stories and cultures that animated it remained alive.It: Alessio e Giulia sapevano che quel giorno non avevano solo trovato l'arte, ma anche una nuova comprensione di sé stessi e degli altri.En: Alessio and Giulia knew that that day they had not only found art, but also a new understanding of themselves and others. Vocabulary Words:the market: il mercatothe colors: i colorithe stalls: le bancarellethe textiles: i tessutiintricate: intricatithe heart: il cuorethe crowd: la follathe weavers: i tessitorienchanted: incantataisolated: isolatato communicate: comunicarethe patterns: i motivithe sketchbook: il sketchbookthe eyes: gli occhisilent: silenziosodrawing: disegnaredepth: profonditàthe soul: l'animatimidly: timidamentechallenges: le sfideto discover: scoprireconfidence: fiduciaelderly: anzianoproudly: orgogliosothe sunset: il tramontoorange: aranciogold: orovibrant: vibranteto animate: animareunderstanding: comprensione

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Chasing Shadows: Astrid's Arctic Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-01-26-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kall vinterdag i Abisko Nationalpark.En: It was a cold winter's day in Abisko Nationalpark.Sv: Här, i hjärtat av Lappland, låg snön tjock över marken och de höga träden stod tysta och vita under en tung himmel.En: Here in the heart of Lapland, the snow lay thick on the ground, and the tall trees stood silent and white under a heavy sky.Sv: Astrid knäppte vant sin tjocka jacka och drog upp dragkedjan ända till hakan.En: Astrid expertly buttoned her thick jacket and zipped it up all the way to her chin.Sv: Hon var här för att fotografera vilda djur, bara för att upptäcka något anmärkningsvärt.En: She was here to photograph wild animals, just to discover something remarkable.Sv: Astrid vandrade försiktigt längs den snötäckta stigen, kameran redo i handen.En: Astrid cautiously walked along the snow-covered path, camera ready in hand.Sv: Trots isoleringen kände hon sig inte ensam.En: Despite the isolation, she did not feel lonely.Sv: Naturens tystnad var hennes musik och snön under hennes kängor kändes som en bekant vän.En: Nature's silence was her music, and the snow under her boots felt like a familiar friend.Sv: Hennes ögon scannade varje detalj omkring sig tills något oväntat fångade hennes uppmärksamhet - konstiga fotspår i snön.En: Her eyes scanned every detail around her until something unexpected caught her attention—strange footprints in the snow.Sv: De var små, men deras perfekta linje in i skogen väckte hennes nyfikenhet.En: They were small, but their perfect line into the forest piqued her curiosity.Sv: Hon stannade upp och insåg snabbt att något speciellt kunde vänta henne.En: She stopped and quickly realized that something special might await her.Sv: Astrid hade ett mål, och det kunde vara närmare än hon hade trott.En: Astrid had a goal, and it might be closer than she had thought.Sv: Trots att snön föll tätare och temperaturen sjönk, bestämde Astrid sig.En: Even though the snow was falling more heavily and the temperature was dropping, Astrid decided.Sv: Hon skulle följa spåren.En: She would follow the tracks.Sv: Johan och Elin, hennes vänner, hade fått höra om hennes dröm - att fånga ett ögonblick på bild som skulle sätta henne på kartan som en talangfull fotograf.En: Johan and Elin, her friends, had heard about her dream—to capture a moment on camera that would put her on the map as a talented photographer.Sv: "Jag är nära något stort!"En: "I am close to something big!"Sv: tänkte Astrid och trotsade den bitande kylan.En: Astrid thought, braving the biting cold.Sv: Fotspåren ledde henne allt djupare in i skogen, och snön gjorde det svårt att se.En: The footprints led her deeper into the forest, and the snow made it hard to see.Sv: Men hennes beslutsamhet lyste klart som norrskenet på nattsvart himmel.En: But her determination shone as brightly as the northern lights against a pitch-black sky.Sv: Hennes finger på avtryckaren var redo både mot kyla och fantastiska chanser.En: Her finger on the shutter was ready against both the cold and fantastic opportunities.Sv: Slutligen, bland de skyhöga snödrivorna, skymtade hon en räv.En: Finally, among the towering snowdrifts, she glimpsed a fox.Sv: Den var vit som snön själv, en sällsynt syn i sin fulla prakt - en fjällräv.En: It was as white as the snow itself, a rare sight in its full glory—a mountain fox.Sv: Astrid andades knappt, rädd för att skrämma bort djuret.En: Astrid barely breathed, afraid to scare the animal away.Sv: Men räven såg inte ut att bry sig.En: But the fox seemed uninterested.Sv: Den lekte obesvärat, hoppande i snön, helt omedveten om den magiska stunden som utspelade sig.En: It played effortlessly, jumping in the snow, completely unaware of the magical moment unfolding.Sv: Astrid höjde kameran och fotade noggrant, varje klick fyllde hennes hjärta med eufori.En: Astrid raised her camera and meticulously photographed, each click filled her heart with euphoria.Sv: Hon hade hittat sin chans, sin historia.En: She had found her opportunity, her story.Sv: Djupa andetag av lättnad och triumf värmde henne mot den kalla vinden.En: Deep breaths of relief and triumph warmed her against the cold wind.Sv: Bilderna blev allt hon hade hoppats på.En: The pictures were everything she had hoped for.Sv: När kvällen föll, gick Astrid tillbaka.En: As evening fell, Astrid returned.Sv: Stolt och tillfredsställd, mer självsäker än någonsin.En: Proud and satisfied, more confident than ever.Sv: Fotona av fjällräven skulle bli hennes stora genombrott, men hon hade också funnit en djupare koppling till den värld hon så älskade.En: The photos of the mountain fox would become her great breakthrough, but she had also found a deeper connection to the world she loved so much.Sv: En värld av tystnad och skönhet, gömd i snön och väntande på att upptäckas.En: A world of silence and beauty, hidden in the snow and waiting to be discovered. Vocabulary Words:expertly: vantbuttoned: knäpptecautiously: försiktigtisolation: isoleringenscanned: scannadeunexpected: oväntatattention: uppmärksamhetcuriosity: nyfikenhetrealized: insåggoal: målbraving: trotsadebiting: bitandedeeper: djuparedetermination: beslutsamhettowering: skyhögaglimpsed: skymtaderare: sällsyntuninterested: obesvärateffortlessly: obesväratmeticulously: noggranteuphoria: euforirelief: lättnadtriumph: triumfbreakthrough: genombrottconnection: kopplinghidden: gömdwaiting: väntandephotograph: fotograferapath: stigenfootprints: fotspår

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Homecoming in the Snow: Rediscovering Old Friendships Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-25-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Snøen lå som et mykt teppe i Frognerparken.En: The snow lay like a soft blanket in Frognerparken.No: Trærne strakte de nakne grenene sine mot den grå himmelen, mens statuene sto i stillhet, dekket av et tynt lag hvit snø.En: The trees stretched their bare branches toward the gray sky, while the statues stood in silence, covered by a thin layer of white snow.No: Det var kaldt, men fredelig.En: It was cold, but peaceful.No: Sindre spaserte langs stien, med hendene dypt begravet i lommene.En: Sindre strolled along the path, his hands deeply buried in his pockets.No: Han hadde nylig flyttet tilbake til Oslo etter flere år i utlandet.En: He had recently moved back to Oslo after several years abroad.No: Følelsen av hjemkomst var mer fremmed enn forventet.En: The feeling of returning home was more unfamiliar than expected.No: De gamle gatene kjentes både kjente og ukjente.En: The old streets felt both familiar and unfamiliar.No: Han ønsket å finne tilbake til de vennskapene som en gang hadde gitt ham trygghet.En: He wanted to reconnect with the friendships that had once given him security.No: Mens han gikk, mistet han seg i tankene om hva slags liv vennene hans kunne leve nå.En: As he walked, he lost himself in thoughts about what kind of lives his friends might be living now.No: Hadde de forandret seg?En: Had they changed?No: Hadde han?En: Had he?No: Det ga en viss motvilje, en frykt for at fortiden ikke kunne gjenvinnes.En: There was a certain reluctance, a fear that the past could not be regained.No: Da han rundet et hjørne, stoppet han brått.En: As he turned a corner, he stopped abruptly.No: Foran ham sto Kari, hans gamle venn fra studietiden.En: Standing in front of him was Kari, his old friend from college days.No: Hun så annerledes ut, men smilendet var det samme.En: She looked different, but the smile was the same.No: Et smil fullt av liv og varme.En: A smile full of life and warmth.No: "Sindre!En: "Sindre!"No: " ropte hun, med en tone av ekte glede i stemmen.En: she shouted, with a tone of genuine joy in her voice.No: Hun kom mot ham med åpne armer, og omfavnet ham hjertelig.En: She came towards him with open arms and embraced him warmly.No: Det var som om det ikke hadde gått år siden sist.En: It was as if no years had passed since they last met.No: "Sindre, hvordan går det med deg?En: "Sindre, how are you doing?"No: " spurte Kari med lysende øyne.En: asked Kari with bright eyes.No: Hennes entusiasme var smittsom, men Sindre kjente fortsatt et snev av nøling inni seg.En: Her enthusiasm was contagious, but Sindre still felt a hint of hesitation inside.No: "Det går greit," svarte han forsiktig.En: "It's going well," he replied cautiously.No: "Jeg kom nettopp tilbake fra utlandet.En: "I just got back from abroad."No: ""Fantastisk!En: "Fantastic!No: Du må fortelle meg alt om det," sa Kari ivrig.En: You must tell me all about it," said Kari eagerly.No: De begynte å gå sammen gjennom parken, snø under føttene deres knirket lett.En: They began to walk together through the park, the snow under their feet creaked lightly.No: Sindre kjente at nervøsiteten begynte å avta.En: Sindre felt the nervousness begin to dissipate.No: Samtalen fløt naturlig.En: The conversation flowed naturally.No: De delte historier, litt om karriere, litt om livet.En: They shared stories, a bit about careers, a bit about life.No: Kari snakket om jobben på museet, om kunst, om skjønnheten i historien.En: Kari talked about her job at the museum, about art, about the beauty in history.No: Mens de snakket, følte Sindre hvordan frykten for forandring smuldret bort.En: As they talked, Sindre felt how the fear of change crumbled away.No: Kari hadde endret seg, og det hadde han også, men en essens av deres vennskap forble den samme.En: Kari had changed, and so had he, but the essence of their friendship remained the same.No: De lo, delte minner og drømte om fremtiden.En: They laughed, shared memories, and dreamed about the future.No: Da de endelig nådde enden av stien, stoppet de opp.En: When they finally reached the end of the path, they stopped.No: Kari så ham dypt inn i øynene.En: Kari looked deeply into his eyes.No: "Jeg har savnet deg, Sindre.En: "I've missed you, Sindre.No: Det er godt å ha deg hjemme igjen.En: It's good to have you home again."No: "Sindre smilte, varmere nå.En: Sindre smiled, now warmer.No: "Jeg har savnet deg også.En: "I've missed you too.No: Det er godt å være hjemme.En: It's good to be home."No: "Med denne enkle bekreftelsen skjønte han at han ikke trengte å være redd for å knytte seg til fortiden.En: With this simple confirmation, he realized he didn't need to be afraid of reconnecting with the past.No: Selv med forandringer, bar den med seg kjente bånd, bånd som kunne gjenopptas og styrkes.En: Even with changes, it carried familiar bonds, bonds that could be resumed and strengthened.No: Snøen falt mykt rundt dem mens de sa farvel.En: The snow fell softly around them as they said their goodbyes.No: Idet han gikk videre, kjente Sindre noe forsvinne, noe av frykten for fremmedheten av byen han en gang kalte hjem.En: As he continued on, Sindre felt something disappear, some of the fear of the strangeness of the city he once called home.No: Kari hadde minnet ham på at til og med i endring, gjenstod noe konstant.En: Kari had reminded him that even in change, something constant remained.No: Sindre hadde funnet trøst i Oslo.En: Sindre had found solace in Oslo.No: Han hadde funnet en bit av familien sin, av det som forankret ham.En: He had found a piece of his family, of what anchored him.No: En dag, snart, skulle han nå ut til flere gamle venner, klare for å gjenoppdage, bygge nye forbindelser og kanskje til og med skape nye minner.En: One day, soon, he would reach out to more old friends, ready to rediscover, build new connections, and perhaps even create new memories. Vocabulary Words:blanket: teppestretch: strekkebare: naknestatue: statueabruptly: bråttgenuine: ekteenthusiasm: entusiasmehesitation: nølingeagerly: ivrigcreaked: knirketdissipate: avtanervousness: nervøsitetflow: flyteessence: essenscrumble: smuldrereluctance: motviljefear: fryktreconnect: gjenopprettesolace: trøstanchor: forankrechange: forandringsoft: mykwander: spasereabroad: utlandetunfamiliar: fremmedsecure: trygghetconsistent: konstantresume: gjenopptastrengthen: styrkedisappear: forsvinne

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Harmony in the Market: Finding Flavor and Frugality Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-25-23-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Nagyvásárcsarnok Budapest szívében pezsgő életét élte, a pultokat friss zöldségekkel, gyümölcsökkel és fűszerekkel teli.En: The Nagyvásárcsarnok in the heart of Budapest was bustling with life, its stalls filled with fresh vegetables, fruits, and spices.Hu: Bence és Lilla a hűvös januári levegő ellenére elhatározták, hogy felkutatják a legjobb hozzávalókat Bence családi vacsorájához.En: Bence and Lilla, despite the chilly January air, decided to seek out the best ingredients for Bence's family dinner.Hu: Bence álmodozó tekintettel figyelte a színkavalkádot, míg Lilla céltudatosan vezette a kosarat a tömegben.En: Bence watched the colorful array dreamily, while Lilla purposefully maneuvered the basket through the crowd.Hu: „Én azt hiszem, hogy itt van a legjobb paradicsom Budapesten!En: "I think the best tomatoes in Budapest are right here!"Hu: ” mondta Bence a kedvenc zöldségesénél megállva.En: said Bence, stopping at his favorite vegetable stall.Hu: „De vigyáznunk kell a pénztárcánkra is,” figyelmeztette Lilla kicsit aggódva.En: "But we need to be careful with our wallet," warned Lilla a bit anxiously.Hu: „Van még sok minden, amit vennünk kell.En: "There are still many things we need to buy."Hu: ”A piacon nehéz volt eligazodni.En: Navigating the market was difficult.Hu: Az emberek sürögtek-forogtak, mindenki a legfrissebb portékáért versengett.En: People bustled about, everyone competing for the freshest goods.Hu: Az árusok hangosan hirdették az áruikat, a hely tele volt élettel és illattal.En: The vendors loudly advertised their wares, the place was full of life and aroma.Hu: A hosszú standokon elterülő gyümölcsök és zöldségek közül azonban Bence alig talált a százszorszépek közé rejtett kincseket.En: Among the long stands of fruits and vegetables, however, Bence could barely find the hidden treasures among the daisies.Hu: „Zeller, répa, hagyma.En: "Celery, carrot, onion.Hu: Mindegyik kellene,” sorolgatta Lilla, miközben gyorsan beharapott egy almát, amit egy kedves nénitől kaptak kóstolóba.En: We need all of these," listed Lilla, quickly biting into an apple they got as a sample from a kind elderly lady.Hu: „De ne feledd a fűszereket.En: "But don't forget the spices."Hu: ”Bence végigfüttyentett egy kisfiúnak, aki friss koriandert árult.En: Bence whistled over a young boy selling fresh coriander.Hu: „Ez elég jó,” mormolta, de szemeivel tovább barangolt.En: "This is pretty good," he murmured, but his eyes continued to wander.Hu: „Lilla, szükségem van a különleges fűszerre.En: "Lilla, I need the special spice."Hu: ”Ahogy eljutottak a fűszeresbolt elé, Bence szeme felcsillant.En: As they reached the spice shop, Bence's eyes lit up.Hu: A drága fűszer megfogta a fantáziáját.En: The expensive spice captured his imagination.Hu: „Ez lenne a tökéletes íz a vacsorához,” mondta izgatottan Lillának.En: "This would be the perfect flavor for the dinner," he said excitedly to Lilla.Hu: Lilla kételkedett és a táblára mutatott.En: Lilla was doubtful and pointed to the sign.Hu: „Ez egy picit drága.En: "It's a bit pricey.Hu: Figyelnünk kell a költségeinkre.En: We need to watch our expenses."Hu: ”A kis vita közepette körbefogta őket a kíváncsi piacozók hada.En: In the middle of their little argument, a curious crowd of market-goers surrounded them.Hu: Még az árus is visszatartotta a levegőt, hogy hallja, mi lesz vége a vitának.En: Even the vendor held their breath to hear the outcome of the debate.Hu: Bence sóhajtott, majd elgondolkodott egy pillanatra.En: Bence sighed and thought for a moment.Hu: „Jó, lehet igazad van,” ismerte el végül.En: "Okay, maybe you're right," he finally admitted.Hu: „De mit szólnál, ha csak egy keveset vennénk?En: "But how about we just buy a little?Hu: Így marad pénz másra is, és a vacsora különleges ízű lesz.En: That way, we still have money for other things, and the dinner will have a special flavor."Hu: ”Lilla bólintott egyetértően, s így elhatározták, hogy kompromisszumot kötnek.En: Lilla nodded in agreement, and they decided to make a compromise.Hu: Együtt számolták ki a költségeket és végül mosolyogva folytatták az útjukat.En: Together, they calculated the costs and eventually continued on their way with smiles.Hu: Vásárlás végeztével a piacon kívül vidáman nevetgéltek.En: After finishing their shopping, they laughed merrily outside the market.Hu: Bence megtanulta, hogy a minőség és a praktikum között meg kell találni az egyensúlyt.En: Bence learned that a balance must be found between quality and practicality.Hu: A vásárlás egy újfajta megértést hozott kettejük kapcsolatában.En: The shopping brought a new kind of understanding to their relationship.Hu: Boldogan tértek vissza a hideg utcákra, a jól elvégzett munka büszkeségével a szívükben.En: Happily, they returned to the cold streets, the pride of a job well done in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:bustling: pezsgőchilly: hűvösmaneuvered: vezettearray: színkavalkádpurposefully: céltudatosanwallet: pénztárcaanxiously: aggódvacompeting: versengettadvertised: hirdettékaroma: illathidden treasures: rejtett kincsekcelery: zellerspice: fűszercoriander: korianderwander: barangoltpricey: drágacompromise: kompromisszumexpenses: költségekdebate: vitacaptured: megfogtasigh: sóhajtottcalculated: számoltákmerrily: vidámanbalance: egyensúlytpracticality: praktikumunderstanding: megértésrelationship: kapcsolatpride: büszkeségvivid: élénkcurious: kíváncsi

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Rekindling Tradition: A Seollal Reunion at Gyeongbokgung Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-01-25-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 경복궁의 겨울 공기는 차가웠다.En: The winter air at Gyeongbokgung was cold.Ko: 눈송이가 고요히 떨어지는 가운데, 궁궐에는 설날을 맞아 많은 가족들이 모여있었다.En: Amidst the quietly falling snowflakes, many families gathered at the palace to celebrate Seollal.Ko: 지훈은 두툼한 코트를 걸치고 고궁 정문을 통해 걸어 들어갔다.En: Jihoon walked through the main gate of the ancient palace, wrapped in a thick coat.Ko: 오랜 외국 생활을 마치고 돌아온 지훈은 한국의 설날 풍경이 낯설게 느껴졌다.En: Having returned from a long stint abroad, the Seollal scenery in Korea felt unfamiliar to him.Ko: 그의 형 민수는 벌써 도착해 있었다.En: His brother, Minsu, had already arrived.Ko: 민수는 전통 가치가 중요하다고 생각하는 사람이었다.En: Minsu was someone who considered traditional values important.Ko: 그는 지훈을 보자마자 반갑게 손을 흔들었다.En: As soon as he saw Jihoon, he waved warmly.Ko: "지훈아!" 민수의 목소리는 경쾌했다.En: "Jihoon!" Minsu's voice was cheerful.Ko: 곁에는 소녀처럼 웃고 있는 은지, 그들의 막내 사촌이었다.En: Beside him was Eunji, their youngest cousin, smiling like a little girl.Ko: 은지는 언제나 가족을 하나로 묶는 데에 자연스러운 재능이 있었다.En: Eunji always had a natural talent for bringing the family together.Ko: "형, 오랜만이야." 지훈은 약간 어색하게 말을 꺼냈다.En: "Hyung, it's been a while," Jihoon began, sounding a bit awkward.Ko: 민수는 지훈의 어깨를 두드리며 미소 지었다.En: Minsu patted Jihoon's shoulder and smiled.Ko: "우리 오랜만에 같이 전통을 즐겨보자."En: "Let's enjoy our traditions together after such a long time."Ko: 은지는 둘 사이의 거리를 좁히려는 듯이 다가왔다.En: Eunji approached, as if trying to close the distance between them.Ko: "여기서 함께 떡국을 만들고, 새해 덕담도 나누자!"En: "Let's make tteokguk together and share New Year's greetings!"Ko: 지훈은 가족과 함께하는 설날 전통에 대해 어색했지만, 민수의 행복한 표정을 보고 마음이 조금 풀렸다.En: Even though Jihoon felt awkward about the Seollal traditions with the family, seeing Minsu's happy expression made him relax a little.Ko: 세 사람은 궁 안쪽의 지정된 자리로 향했다.En: The three headed to a designated spot inside the palace.Ko: 가족들이 준비한 음식과 차가운 공기 속에서도 따뜻한 온기가 느껴졌다.En: Despite the cold air, the warmth of the food prepared by the family could be felt.Ko: 민수가 식사 자리에서 전통 설날 의식을 진행하자고 제안했다.En: Minsu suggested conducting traditional Seollal rituals at the dining place.Ko: 지훈은 잠시 망설였지만, 은지가 고개를 끄덕이며 응원을 보내자 결국 참여하기로 했다.En: Although Jihoon hesitated for a moment, when Eunji nodded encouragingly, he decided to participate.Ko: "의례를 통한 진정한 설날의 의미를 느껴보자," 민수가 말하며 은지에게 큰덕임을 가르쳤다.En: "Let's experience the true meaning of Seollal through the rituals," Minsu said, teaching Eunji the etiquette.Ko: 의식이 시작되고, 가족들이 차례대로 새해를 기원하며 덕담을 주고받았다.En: As the ceremony began, the family took turns sharing their New Year's wishes and blessings.Ko: 지훈은 민수가 진심으로 가족들의 행복과 건강을 빌 때 마음이 편안해지는 것을 느꼈다.En: Jihoon felt his heart ease as Minsu sincerely wished for the family's happiness and health.Ko: "여전히 부족하지만, 형의 소중한 마음을 이해할 수 있을 것 같아."En: "Even though I'm still lacking, I think I can understand the precious heart of my brother."Ko: 마지막으로 지훈도 새해 덕담을 전했다.En: Finally, Jihoon also shared his New Year's wishes.Ko: "가족이 함께하니 정말 좋다."En: "It's really nice to be with family."Ko: 그 순간, 자신이 고국과 가족에 대한 애정을 잃지 않았다는 사실을 깨달았다.En: At that moment, he realized that he hadn't lost his affection for his homeland and family.Ko: 흩어지지 않은 눈발 속에서 민수와 은지와 함께 서 있는 지훈은 가족 사이의 연대감과 한국 전통의 힘을 느꼈다.En: Standing with Minsu and Eunji amidst the unscattered snowfall, Jihoon felt the sense of solidarity among family and the power of Korean tradition.Ko: 설날 의식을 경험한 이 날, 그는 더 이상 외부의 사람이 아니었다.En: Having experienced the Seollal rituals that day, he was no longer an outsider.Ko: 오히려, 누구보다 가족과 문화에 더 가까워진 자신을 발견했다.En: Instead, he discovered himself closer to his family and culture than anyone else.Ko: 경복궁의 설날은 이렇게 지훈에게 따뜻한 기억으로 남았다.En: The Seollal at Gyeongbokgung remained a warm memory for Jihoon.Ko: 이 기억은 그가 앞으로도 가족과 전통을 지켜가겠다는 확신을 주었다.En: This memory assured him that he would continue to cherish his family and traditions in the future. Vocabulary Words:amidst: 가운데scenery: 풍경unfamiliar: 낯설게stint: 체류embarrassment: 어색함rituals: 의식etiquette: 예절solidarity: 연대감cherish: 소중히 하다unscattered: 흩어지지 않은designated: 지정된encouragingly: 응원을 보내며participate: 참여하다assured: 확신을 주었다affection: 애정embrace: 포용하다genuine: 진정한insight: 이해reminiscent: 회상시키는perceive: 인식하다bond: 유대sincere: 진심의nostalgia: 향수convivial: 유쾌한reluctance: 망설임tradition: 전통breathe: 숨쉬다reconcile: 화해하다fond: 좋아하는ritualistic: 의례적인

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Snowstorm Serendipity: A Chance Reunion in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-23-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kald vintermorgen på Oslo S.En: It was a cold winter morning at Oslo S.No: Snøfnugg danset gjennom luften, store og tunge.En: Snowflakes were dancing through the air, large and heavy.No: Ingrid klemte skjerfet tett rundt halsen.En: Ingrid wrapped her scarf tightly around her neck.No: Hun fokuserte på målet: å komme til jobbmøtet med Aksel.En: She focused on the goal: to get to the work meeting with Aksel.No: Men snøstormen truet med å ødelegge planene hennes.En: But the snowstorm threatened to ruin her plans.No: Plattformene var glatte, og toget til Drammen var forsinket.En: The platforms were slippery, and the train to Drammen was delayed.No: "Ikke nå," hvisket Ingrid for seg selv.En: "Not now," Ingrid whispered to herself.No: Hun tok et dypt pust, forsiktig med isen under føttene.En: She took a deep breath, careful with the ice under her feet.No: Mens hun ventet, hørte hun en kjent stemme.En: While she waited, she heard a familiar voice.No: "Ingrid?En: "Ingrid?No: Er det virkelig deg?En: Is it really you?"No: " Mathias sto der, smilende og avslappet, som om vinteren kun var en skygge.En: Mathias stood there, smiling and relaxed, as if winter was just a shadow.No: "Ingrid!En: "Ingrid!No: Det er lenge siden sist," sa Mathias.En: It's been a long time," said Mathias.No: Han hadde vært en nær venn i ungdomsårene hennes, men livets veier hadde ført dem fra hverandre.En: He had been a close friend in her younger years, but life's paths had led them apart.No: "Hva gjør du her?En: "What are you doing here?"No: " spurte hun, overrasket men glad for å se ham.En: she asked, surprised but happy to see him.No: "Jeg pendler fra Oslo til Asker.En: "I commute from Oslo to Asker.No: Og snøen, den liker jeg.En: And the snow, I like it.No: Den gir meg en unnskyldning til å ta det med ro," svarte Mathias med et lurt smil.En: It gives me an excuse to take it easy," replied Mathias with a sly smile.No: Ingrid lo, men følte samtidig trykket av klokken.En: Ingrid laughed but felt the pressure of the clock at the same time.No: Hun hadde lite tid.En: She had little time.No: Toget hennes kunne dukke opp når som helst.En: Her train could show up at any moment.No: "Hvordan har du det?En: "How have you been?"No: " spurte Mathias.En: asked Mathias.No: "Urolig," innrømmet Ingrid.En: "Anxious," Ingrid admitted.No: "Jeg har en viktig jobbintervju snart, og snøen gjør meg nervøs.En: "I have an important job interview soon, and the snow is making me nervous."No: "De snakket litt videre, og Ingrid kjente gamle følelser av komfort og varme for Mathias.En: They chatted a bit further, and Ingrid felt old feelings of comfort and warmth for Mathias.No: Men ansvaret kalte.En: But responsibility called.No: Hun måtte ta et valg.En: She had to make a choice.No: "Det er hyggelig å se deg igjen, Mathias.En: "It's nice to see you again, Mathias.No: Kan vi bytte nummer?En: Can we exchange numbers?No: Jeg må løpe til toget," sa Ingrid, raskt.En: I have to run to the train," said Ingrid, quickly.No: Mathias rakte henne telefonen, og de utvekslet kontaktinfo.En: Mathias handed her the phone, and they exchanged contact info.No: "Lykke til med intervjuet, Ingrid.En: "Good luck with the interview, Ingrid.No: Vi får ta en kaffe snart!En: We should grab a coffee soon!"No: " ropte han mens Ingrid skyndte seg mot plattformen.En: he shouted as Ingrid hurried toward the platform.No: Med snøflak i håret og en bankende puls, fant hun endelig riktig tog.En: With snowflakes in her hair and a pounding pulse, she finally found the right train.No: Hun pustet lettet ut da det gled bort fra stasjonen.En: She sighed with relief as it glided away from the station.No: Selv med distraksjonen av gamle minner, var Ingrid takknemlig for øyeblikket hun hadde delt med Mathias.En: Even with the distraction of old memories, Ingrid was grateful for the moment she had shared with Mathias.No: Det skapte en ny gnist av håp og motivasjon.En: It created a new spark of hope and motivation.No: Vel fremme, møtte hun Aksel, litt anpusten men i tide.En: Once there, she met Aksel, slightly out of breath but on time.No: Intervjuet gikk bra.En: The interview went well.No: Ingrid klarte å balansere mellom presisjon og følelser, og hun følte en ny styrke i seg.En: Ingrid managed to balance precision and emotions, and she felt a new strength within herself.No: Oslo S forble en katedral av støy bak henne, men denne gangen hadde reisen annet å tilby – vennskap og muligheter.En: Oslo S remained a cathedral of noise behind her, but this time the journey had more to offer – friendship and opportunities.No: Ingrid smilte, for hun visste at noen ganger gir også snøstormer plass for solskinn.En: Ingrid smiled, for she knew that sometimes snowstorms also make way for sunshine. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: snøfnuggscarf: skjerfgoal: målthreatened: truetslippery: glattedelayed: forsinketfamiliar: kjentsurprised: overrasketcommute: pendlerexcuse: unnskyldningsly: lurtpressure: trykketanxious: urolignervous: nervøschosen: dukket oppresponsibility: ansvaretchoice: valgexchange: byttecontact info: kontaktinfohurried: skyndte segpounding: bankendeglided: gledrelief: lettet utdistraction: distraksjonengrateful: takknemligspark: gnistmotivation: motivasjonbalance: balansereprecision: presisjonstrength: styrke

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Freja's Heartfelt Choice: Between Dreams and Family Ties Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Freja trak sin uldne hat længere ned over ørene.En: Freja pulled her woolen hat further down over her ears.Da: Vinden blæste skarpt langs Nyhavns kanal, men lyset fra de mange juledekorationer kastede en varm glød over det hele.En: The wind blew sharply along Nyhavn's canal, but the light from the many Christmas decorations cast a warm glow over everything.Da: Det var en kold vinterdag, men humøret var højt.En: It was a cold winter day, but the mood was high.Da: Freja, Nikolaj og deres lillesøster Sofie havde en hyggelig dag sammen.En: Freja, Nikolaj, and their little sister Sofie were having a cozy day together.Da: De gik langs de farverige huse, som turistbåde sejlede stille forbi.En: They walked along the colorful houses as tourist boats quietly sailed by.Da: Freja smilede til Sofie, der grinte af noget Nikolaj havde sagt.En: Freja smiled at Sofie, who laughed at something Nikolaj had said.Da: Sofie bar en stor rød hue, næsten for stor til hendes lille hoved, men den passede perfekt til hende.En: Sofie wore a big red hat, almost too big for her little head, but it suited her perfectly.Da: Hendes begejstring for dagen var smittende.En: Her enthusiasm for the day was contagious.Da: Freja havde en knude i maven, som hun ikke kunne ignorere.En: Freja had a knot in her stomach that she couldn't ignore.Da: Hun havde modtaget et jobtilbud fra en prestigefyldt virksomhed i London.En: She had received a job offer from a prestigious company in London.Da: Det var en drøm, som kunne åbne nye døre.En: It was a dream that could open new doors.Da: Men hendes familie betød alt for hende.En: But her family meant everything to her.Da: Hun var tynget af skyldfølelse ved tanken om at rejse væk fra dem.En: She was weighed down with guilt at the thought of moving away from them.Da: Da de satte sig på en bænk ved kanalen for at tage en pause, rynkede Nikolaj panden og bemærkede hendes stilhed.En: As they sat on a bench by the canal to take a break, Nikolaj frowned and noticed her silence.Da: "Freja, hvad går du og tænker på?"En: "Freja, what are you thinking about?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: Freja tøvede.En: Freja hesitated.Da: Grundet brød hun stilheden.En: Slowly she broke the silence.Da: "Jeg har fået et jobtilbud i London," sagde hun forsigtigt.En: "I've gotten a job offer in London," she said cautiously.Da: "Men det betyder, at jeg skal flytte."En: "But it means I have to move."Da: Nikolaj nikkede langsomt.En: Nikolaj nodded slowly.Da: "Det er en fantastisk mulighed, Freja.En: "That's a fantastic opportunity, Freja.Da: Men du er bange for, hvad familien vil tænke."En: But you're afraid of what the family will think."Da: Freja sukkede og så ud over vandet.En: Freja sighed and looked out over the water.Da: "Ja.En: "Yes.Da: Jeg ved ikke, hvordan mor og far vil tage det."En: I don't know how mom and dad will take it."Da: Nikolaj sad et øjeblik stille.En: Nikolaj sat quietly for a moment.Da: Han tog blidt Frejas hånd.En: He gently took Freja's hand.Da: "Du skal gøre, hvad der gør dig lykkelig.En: "You must do what makes you happy.Da: Vi vil altid være her.En: We will always be here.Da: Du kan komme hjem og besøge os, når du vil."En: You can come home and visit us whenever you want."Da: Freja følte sig pludselig lettere.En: Freja suddenly felt lighter.Da: Nikolaj havde altid været hendes støtte, og hans ord gav hende den tillid, hun manglede.En: Nikolaj had always been her support, and his words gave her the confidence she lacked.Da: De sad der i stilhed og lod vinden bære bekymringerne væk.En: They sat there in silence, letting the wind carry their worries away.Da: Da de rejste sig og fortsatte deres gåtur, var Frejas skridt lettere.En: As they got up and continued their walk, Freja's steps were lighter.Da: Hun vidste, hvad hun skulle gøre.En: She knew what she had to do.Da: Freja fortalte senere sine forældre om beslutningen.En: Freja later told her parents about her decision.Da: Hun blev overrasket over deres støtte.En: She was surprised by their support.Da: De forstod hendes drømme og var stolte af, at hun turde følge dem.En: They understood her dreams and were proud that she dared to follow them.Da: Selvom Freja snart skulle afsted til London, vidste hun, at Nyhavn, med dens farverige huse og minder, altid ville være hendes hjem.En: Even though Freja would soon leave for London, she knew that Nyhavn, with its colorful houses and memories, would always be her home.Da: Hun glædede sig til nye eventyr, mens hun bevarede stærke bånd til sin familie.En: She looked forward to new adventures while maintaining strong ties to her family.Da: Freja gik fremtiden i møde med modet hun først fandt ved vandet i Nyhavn.En: Freja faced the future with the courage she first found by the water in Nyhavn. Vocabulary Words:woolen: uldneblew: blæstesharp: skarptcanal: kanalglow: glødenthusiasm: begejstringcontagious: smittendeknot: knudeprestigious: prestigefyldtguilt: skyldfølelsehesitated: tøvedecautiously: forsigtigtopportunity: mulighedafraid: bangegently: blidtlighter: lettereconfidence: tillidsupport: støttefrowned: rynkede pandensilence: stilheddecoration: dekorationercolorful: farverigebenches: bænkadventures: eventyrtied: bundetmaintain: bevarecourage: modnoticed: bemærkededreams: drømmeproud: stolte

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Winter's Resilience: Braving the Veluwebos Together Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-22-08-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Anouk en Bastiaan wandelden door het stille en witte Veluwebos.En: Anouk and Bastiaan walked through the silent and white Veluwebos.Nl: De bomen zonder bladeren stonden als wachters om hen heen, terwijl een zacht sneeuwtapijt kraakte onder hun zware laarzen.En: The leafless trees stood like guardians around them, while a soft carpet of snow crunched under their heavy boots.Nl: Anouk hield van de natuur, van winterse avonturen, maar niet van medische problemen.En: Anouk loved nature, winter adventures, but not medical problems.Nl: Bastiaan was praktisch en altijd voorbereid.En: Bastiaan was practical and always prepared.Nl: Hij had een rugzak vol met spullen voor noodgevallen.En: He had a backpack full of supplies for emergencies.Nl: "Het is prachtig hier," zei Anouk, terwijl ze de ijzige lucht op haar huid voelde.En: "It's beautiful here," said Anouk, as she felt the icy air on her skin.Nl: Ondanks de kou genoot ze met volle teugen.En: Despite the cold, she thoroughly enjoyed herself.Nl: Maar diep van binnen voelde ze een lichte kriebel in haar keel.En: But deep down, she felt a slight tickle in her throat.Nl: Ze negeerde het, vastbesloten haar wandeling niet te laten verpesten.En: She ignored it, determined not to let it spoil their walk.Nl: "We moeten deze kant op," wees Bastiaan terwijl hij hun geplande route bekeek.En: "We need to go this way," pointed Bastiaan as he looked at their planned route.Nl: Anouk knikte en volgde hem, terwijl de sneeuw zachtjes bleef vallen.En: Anouk nodded and followed him, while the snow continued to fall gently.Nl: Na een tijdje begon Anouk te voelen dat er iets niet klopte.En: After a while, Anouk began to feel that something wasn't right.Nl: Haar keel jeukte meer, haar huid voelde raar aan.En: Her throat itched more, her skin felt strange.Nl: Ze wilde niets zeggen, bang om hun tocht te verpesten en haar angst voor medische situaties te tonen.En: She didn't want to say anything, afraid of ruining their trek and showing her fear of medical situations.Nl: Maar de symptomen werden erger.En: But the symptoms worsened.Nl: "Bastiaan," begon ze aarzelend, "ik voel me... een beetje vreemd."En: "Bastiaan," she began hesitantly, "I'm feeling... a bit strange."Nl: Ze hoopte haar stem klonk nonchalant, maar Bastiaan draaide zich meteen om met bezorgde ogen.En: She hoped her voice sounded casual, but Bastiaan turned immediately with concerned eyes.Nl: "Wat is er aan de hand?"En: "What's wrong?"Nl: vroeg hij, stap dichterbij komend.En: he asked, stepping closer.Nl: Anouk legde uit hoe ze zich voelde.En: Anouk explained how she felt.Nl: "Waarom zei je niets eerder?"En: "Why didn't you say anything earlier?"Nl: vroeg Bastiaan bezorgd en haalde een klein EHBO-doosje tevoorschijn uit zijn rugzak.En: asked Bastiaan worriedly, pulling a small first aid kit from his backpack.Nl: Anouk haalde haar schouders op en sloeg haar ogen neer, iets beschaamd.En: Anouk shrugged and looked down, somewhat embarrassed.Nl: Bastiaan stelde Anouk gerust en controleerde haar symptomen.En: Bastiaan reassured Anouk and checked her symptoms.Nl: "We moeten terug," zei hij vastberaden.En: "We need to go back," he said resolutely.Nl: "Het wordt te gevaarlijk."En: "It's getting too dangerous."Nl: De terugweg was zwaar voor Anouk.En: The way back was tough for Anouk.Nl: Haar ademhaling werd moeilijker en haar huid bleef jeuken.En: Her breathing became more difficult, and her skin continued to itch.Nl: Maar Bastiaan bleef kalm, leidde haar langzaam terug uit het bos, terwijl hij steeds kleine grapjes maakte om haar op te vrolijken.En: But Bastiaan remained calm, slowly guiding her back out of the forest, while he kept making small jokes to cheer her up.Nl: Eindelijk, na wat voelde als een eeuwigheid, bereikten ze de rand van het bos en het kleine café dat daar stond.En: Finally, after what felt like an eternity, they reached the edge of the forest and the small café that stood there.Nl: Binnen zetten ze zich neer, vlak bij het haardvuur.En: Inside, they settled near the fireplace.Nl: Bastiaan gaf haar wat medicijnen en iets warm te drinken.En: Bastiaan gave her some medicine and something warm to drink.Nl: "Het spijt me," zei Anouk.En: "I'm sorry," said Anouk.Nl: "Ik wilde niet dat ons avontuur eindigde."En: "I didn't want our adventure to end."Nl: Bastiaan lachte.En: Bastiaan laughed.Nl: "Een avontuur is alleen een avontuur als we veilig zijn.En: "An adventure is only an adventure if we're safe.Nl: Je deed het goed, Anouk."En: You did well, Anouk."Nl: Anouk glimlachte terug, de warmte van het vuur en de veiligheid van Bastiaans aanwezigheid stillend haar angst.En: Anouk smiled back, the warmth of the fire and the safety of Bastiaan's presence calming her fear.Nl: Ze dacht na over wat ze geleerd had: soms is het belangrijker om te vertrouwen op anderen, om hulp te vragen.En: She reflected on what she had learned: sometimes it's more important to rely on others, to ask for help.Nl: Zelfs de grootste avonturiers moeten hun grenzen erkennen.En: Even the greatest adventurers must recognize their limits.Nl: En zo eindigde hun winterse tocht.En: And so their winter trek ended.Nl: Het Veluwebos schitterde nog steeds onder de zachte deken van sneeuw, een avontuur op zichzelf, wachtend op hun terugkeer, maar nu wisten ze, samen konden ze alle uitdagingen aan.En: The Veluwebos still sparkled under the soft blanket of snow, an adventure in itself, waiting for their return, but now they knew, together they could face any challenge. Vocabulary Words:silent: stilleleafless: zonder bladerenguardians: wachterscrunched: kraakteembarrassed: beschaamdreassured: stelde gerustresolutely: vastberadenextraordinary: buitengewoondetermined: vastbeslotenitinerary: routeitch: jeuksymptoms: symptomenhesitantly: aarzelendcasual: nonchalantconcerned: bezorgdebackpack: rugzakemergencies: noodgevalleneternity: eeuwigheidfireplace: haardvuurmedicine: medicijnenadventurers: avonturierslimits: grenzensoft: zachtadventures: avonturenpractical: praktischfelt strange: voelde raar aanto ruin: verpestenbreathtaking: prachtigdespite: ondanksfear: angst

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: From Burnt Cake to Bravery: Lessons in the Lab Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-01-20-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: רבקה נכנסה למעבדה במדע עם חיוך על הפנים.En: רבקה entered the science lab with a smile on her face.He: היא החזיקה בידיה עוגה שהכינה בקפידה לבייק סייל שבו רצתה לזכות בתואר "האופה הטובה ביותר".En: She was holding a cake she had carefully baked for the bake sale where she wanted to win the title of "Best Baker."He: עיניה חיפשו מקום להניח את העוגה, והיא קיוותה שאיש לא ישים לב לטעות שעשתה.En: Her eyes searched for a place to put the cake, and she hoped no one would notice the mistake she had made.He: הלוח בחדר המעבדה היה מכוסה בנוסחאות, ובין התמונות של הטבלה המחזורית היו סטודנטים עסוקים בניסויים.En: The board in the lab was covered with formulas, and between the pictures of the periodic table, students were busy with experiments.He: רבקה החליטה להניח את העוגה על אחד השולחנות הריקים, קרוב מדי לבעירה של מבערי הבונזן.En: רבקה decided to place the cake on one of the empty tables, too close to the flames of the Bunsen burners.He: שרה, חברתה מהשכבה, נכנסה לכיתה והתיישבה במקום שלה, אבל רבקה המשיכה לנעוץ מבטים בעוגה המדורגת שלה.En: שרה, her friend from the same grade, entered the class and sat in her place, but רבקה continued to stare at her tiered cake.He: היא רצתה להתחמק מהכיתה ולשמור את העוגה עד לסיום השיעור, אבל היא ידעה שהיא חייבת להתרכז בניסוי שהיה הבא בתור.En: She wanted to sneak out of the class and keep the cake until the end of the lesson, but she knew she had to concentrate on the experiment that was next.He: לפתע, העוגה החלה להעלות עשן.En: Suddenly, the cake began to smoke.He: רבקה הבחינה בזה מיד אבל לא ידעה מה לעשות.En: רבקה noticed it immediately but didn't know what to do.He: לבה החל לפעום בחוזקה.En: Her heart started pounding.He: היא ידעה שהעוגה קרובה מדי למבער.En: She knew the cake was too close to the burner.He: הסירנה של אזעקת האש החלה לצפצף ורבקה הרגישה שכל עיני הכיתה נחות עליה.En: The fire alarm's siren began to blare, and רבקה felt all eyes in the class on her.He: "החוצה!En: "Out!He: כולם החוצה!En: Everyone out!"He: " קרא המורה דוד בזמן שהוביל את התלמידים החוצה מהכיתה.En: called David, the teacher, as he led the students out of the classroom.He: בעוד התלמידים יצאו, רבקה נשארה מאחור.En: While the students left, רבקה stayed behind.He: היא ניגשה בזהירות לעוגה, לא יודעת האם עליה לנסות ולהציל אותה או פשוט לנטוש הכל.En: She carefully approached the cake, unsure whether to try to save it or just abandon everything.He: לבסוף, היא לקחה נשימה עמוקה ויצאה לכיוון המורה.En: Finally, she took a deep breath and headed toward the teacher.He: "דוד, אני מצטערת מאוד," אמרה בקול רועד, "הבאתי את העוגה שלי למעבדה בטעות.En: "David, I am really sorry," she said in a trembling voice, "I brought my cake to the lab by mistake."He: "דוד הביט בה לרגע ואז צחק בלבביות.En: David looked at her for a moment and then laughed heartily.He: "רבקה, מדובר בשגיאה שאפשר ללמוד ממנה.En: "רבקה, this is a mistake we can learn from.He: מעכשיו, נקווה שכולם יבינו את חשיבות הבטיחות במעבדה.En: From now on, let's hope everyone understands the importance of safety in the lab."He: "רבקה נשמה לרווחה.En: רבקה breathed a sigh of relief.He: היא לא זכתה בתואר האופה, אבל גילתה שהיא יכולה להתעמת עם טעויותיה ולהישאר שלמה.En: She didn't win the title of best baker, but she found that she could confront her mistakes and remain whole.He: מחוץ לכיתה, שרה חיבקה אותה.En: Outside the class, שרה hugged her.He: "רבקה, את עדיין האופה הכי טובה מבחינתי.En: "רבקה, you're still the best baker to me."He: "רבקה חייכה.En: רבקה smiled.He: היא הבינה שאינה צריכה להיות מושלמת כדי לזכות בהערכה ובחברות.En: She realized she didn't need to be perfect to earn appreciation and friendship.He: היא כבר לא רצתה להסתיר את רגשותיה.En: She no longer wanted to hide her feelings.He: גם כשהדברים לא התנהלו כמתוכנן, היא למדה שביום החדש יהיה הזדמנות חדשה לנסות שוב.En: Even when things didn't go as planned, she learned that a new day would bring a new opportunity to try again. Vocabulary Words:science lab: מעבדה במדעbake sale: בייק סיילformulas: נוסחאותperiodic table: הטבלה המחזוריתexperiments: ניסוייםtiered cake: עוגה מדורגתconcentrate: להתרכזexperiment: ניסויpounding: לפעוםBunsen burner: מבער בונזןsiren: סירנהblare: לצפצףclassroom: כיתהapproached: ניגשהabandon: לנטושtrembling voice: קול רועדmistake: טעותwhole: שלמהrelief: לרווחהconfront: להתעמתappreciation: הערכהfriendship: חברותperfect: מושלמתopportunity: הזדמנותerror: שגיאהsafety: בטיחותhugged: חיבקהfeelings: רגשותcarefully: בקפידהunsure: לא יודעתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Victory Beyond Medals: A Festival of Friendship and Healing Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-01-20-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: ठंडी सर्दियों की सुबह थी, स्कूल की वार्षिक खेलकूद की तैयारी ज़ोरों पर थी।En: It was a cold winter morning, and preparations for the school's annual sports day were in full swing.Hi: स्कूल में चारों तरफ़ रंग-बिरंगी पतंगें और लाइट्स की सजावट हो रही थी, क्योंकि मकर संक्रांति भी बस आने ही वाली थी।En: The school was adorned with colorful kites and lights, as Makar Sankranti was just around the corner.Hi: आरव, जो स्कूल की दौड़ प्रतियोगिता में हिस्सा लेने जा रहा था, खेल के मैदान में कठिन अभ्यास कर रहा था।En: Aarav, who was going to participate in the school's running competition, was practicing hard on the sports field.Hi: वह अपनी टीम को जीत दिलाना चाहता था और मन ही मन अपने आप पर भरोसा मजबूत करना चाहता था।En: He wanted to lead his team to victory and silently strengthen his self-confidence.Hi: लेकिन तभी एक हादसा हो गया।En: But then, an accident occurred.Hi: दौड़ते समय उसका पैर अचानक पलट गया और उसकी एड़ी में मोच आ गई।En: While running, his foot suddenly twisted, and he sprained his ankle.Hi: आरव ने दर्द को सहने की कोशिश की, लेकिन दर्द बहुत तेज़ था।En: Aarav tried to endure the pain, but it was too intense.Hi: उसके दोस्त उसे तुरंत मेडिकल रूम ले गए।En: His friends quickly took him to the medical room.Hi: नेहा, आरव की करीबी दोस्त थी। उसने देखा कि आरव अपनी चोट को लेकर बहुत चिंतित था।En: Neha, who was Aarav's close friend, noticed that he was very concerned about his injury.Hi: नेहा बोली, ""आरव, चिंता मत करो। खेलकूद में भाग लेना ज़रूरी है, लेकिन सेहत ज़्यादा ज़रूरी है। तुम्हें आराम करना चाहिए।"En: Neha said, "Aarav, don't worry. Participating in sports is important, but health is more important. You should rest."Hi: आरव ने जवाब दिया, ""लेकिन मैं अपनी टीम को कैसे छोड़ सकता हूँ? मैं उन्हें निराश नहीं करना चाहता।"En: Aarav replied, "But how can I leave my team? I don't want to disappoint them."Hi: नेहा ने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा, ""मकर संक्रांति का त्योहार आ रहा है। यह समय परिवार और दोस्तों के साथ बिताने का होता है। खेल तो हर साल आते हैं, पर यह त्योहार ख़ास होता है।"En: Neha smiled and said, "Makar Sankranti is coming. It's a time meant to be spent with family and friends. There are sports every year, but this festival is special."Hi: धीरे-धीरे, नेहा की बातें आरव के दिल को छू गईं।En: Gradually, Neha's words touched Aarav's heart.Hi: उसने सोचा कि वह अपनी सेहत को नज़रअंदाज़ नहीं कर सकता।En: He thought that he couldn't ignore his health.Hi: उसने निर्णय लिया कि वह सारा ध्यान आराम और जल्दी से ठीक होने की तरफ़ लगाएगा।En: He decided to focus all his attention on resting and recovering quickly.Hi: अंत में, मकर संक्रांति का दिन आ गया।En: Finally, the day of Makar Sankranti arrived.Hi: पूरा स्कूल उत्साह से भरा था।En: The whole school was full of excitement.Hi: आरव पटका बांध कर आया, और उसने देखा कि हज़ारों रंगीन पतंगे आसमान में उड़ रही थीं।En: Aarav came wearing a traditional headband and saw thousands of colorful kites flying in the sky.Hi: उसका ध्यान खेल की बजाय त्योहार की रौनक और उसके दोस्तों की ख़ुशी में था।En: His focus shifted from the game to the festival's vibrancy and the happiness of his friends.Hi: नेहा ने उसे एक पतंग पकड़ाते हुए कहा, ""चलो आरव, आज पतंग उड़ाते हैं और मस्ती करते हैं।"En: Neha handed him a kite and said, "Come on Aarav, let's fly kites and have fun today."Hi: आरव ने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा, ""ठीक है। शायद यही असली जीत है।"En: Aarav smiled and said, "Alright. Maybe this is the real victory."Hi: उसने अपने दोस्तों के साथ पूरे दिल से मकर संक्रांति का आनंद लिया।En: He joyfully celebrated Makar Sankranti with his friends.Hi: खेल के बिना भी वह अपनी टीम को चीयर कर रहा था, और उसे यह समझ में आ गया कि जीत का असली मतलब सिर्फ़ पदक या ट्रॉफी नहीं, बल्कि खुशियों और अपनों के साथ बिताए पलों में है।En: Even without participating in the game, he was cheering for his team, and he realized that the true meaning of victory isn't just about medals or trophies, but about the happiness and moments spent with loved ones.Hi: आरव ने अपने दिल में एक नई समझ पैदा की - धैर्य, समर्थन और बड़ी तस्वीर को देखने की कला।En: Aarav developed a new understanding in his heart - the art of patience, support, and seeing the bigger picture.Hi: यह पल आरव के लिए असली विजय का पल था।En: This moment was a true victory for Aarav. Vocabulary Words:preparations: तैयारीannual: वार्षिकadorned: सजावटsilently: मन ही मनstrengthen: मजबूत करनाaccident: हादसाtwisted: पलट गयाsprained: मोचendure: सहने की कोशिशintense: तेज़concerned: चिंतितparticipating: भाग लेनाdisappoint: निराशgradually: धीरे-धीरेrecovering: ठीक होनेexcitement: उत्साहtraditional: परंपरागतvibrancy: रौनकhappiness: ख़ुशीrealization: समझ में आ गयाvictory: विजयpatience: धैर्यmoments: पलोंsupport: समर्थनbigger picture: बड़ी तस्वीरfestivity: त्योहारkite: पतंगresolve: निर्णयcheering: चीयरparticipate: हिस्सा लेने

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Serendipity in Science: The Budapesti Museum Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-18-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A fények ragyogtak az üvegtető alatt, ahogy a Budapesti Tudományos Múzeum látogatói izgatottan járkáltak az új kiállításon.En: The lights shone under the glass ceiling as the visitors of the Budapesti Tudományos Múzeum walked excitedly through the new exhibit.Hu: Kint a téli szél vadul fújt, de belül meleg és otthonos volt az atmoszféra.En: Outside, the winter wind blew fiercely, but inside, the atmosphere was warm and cozy.Hu: Az emberek csoportokban gyülekeztek, érdeklődve tekintgettek a különleges tárgyakra.En: People gathered in groups, looking curiously at the special objects.Hu: Bence lassan sétált a kiállítási teremben.En: Bence walked slowly through the exhibition hall.Hu: Szerette a tudományt.En: He loved science.Hu: Mindig is lenyűgözte az élet rejtélyei, de gyakran érezte egyedül magát a gondolataival.En: He had always been fascinated by the mysteries of life, but often felt alone with his thoughts.Hu: Most is csöndesen figyelt, próbálta megérteni a körülötte lévő világot.En: Even now, he observed quietly, trying to understand the world around him.Hu: Nem messze tőle Lilla ujjongva mesélt barátjának, Emesének egy holografikus naprendről.En: Not far from him, Lilla was excitedly telling her friend, Emese, about a holographic solar system.Hu: Lilla mindig szenvedéllyel fordult a tudomány felé, minden apró részlet érdekelte őt.En: Lilla always approached science with passion; every little detail intrigued her.Hu: Emese bátorította, hogy jöjjön el egyedül a múzeumba, hogy jobban fel tudja fedezni azt, amit igazán szeret.En: Emese encouraged her to come to the museum alone so she could explore more of what she truly loved.Hu: Egyszer csak Bence megpillantotta Lilla lelkesedését, ami vonzotta őt.En: Suddenly, Bence noticed Lilla's enthusiasm, which drew him in.Hu: Egy pillanatra habozott, megrémült a lehetőségtől, hogy újra elutasításban részesül, mint korábban sokszor.En: He hesitated for a moment, frightened by the possibility of facing rejection again, as he had many times before.Hu: De aztán, mintha egy belső hang megszólalna, mégis odasétált Lillához.En: But then, as if an inner voice spoke to him, he walked over to Lilla.Hu: - Bocsánat, tényleg izgalmas, amit mondtál a naprendről. Egyedül jöttél? - kérdezte Bence kicsit bizonytalanul.En: "Excuse me, what you said about the solar system sounds really exciting. Did you come alone?" Bence asked, a little uncertainly.Hu: Lilla felnézett, meglepetten, de barátságosan mosolygott.En: Lilla looked up, surprised, but smiled warmly.Hu: - Igen! Imádom a tudományt. Alig vártam ezt a kiállítást. – válaszolta.En: "Yes! I love science. I could hardly wait for this exhibition," she replied.Hu: Bence és Lilla együtt fedezték fel az emeleten a vadonatúj űrtechnológiai kiállítást.En: Bence and Lilla explored the brand-new space technology exhibition upstairs together.Hu: A beszélgetésük egyre mélyebb és személyesebb lett.En: Their conversation became deeper and more personal.Hu: Bence érezte, hogy Lilla valóban érti és értékeli őt.En: Bence felt that Lilla truly understood and appreciated him.Hu: Lilla pedig észrevette, hogy Bence figyelmes hallgató, aki tiszteli az ő szenvedélyét.En: Meanwhile, Lilla noticed that Bence was a thoughtful listener who respected her passion.Hu: Ahogy az utolsó termet is bejárták, észrevették, hogy eltelt az idő.En: As they went through the last room, they realized time had passed.Hu: Az egész napot együtt töltötték.En: They had spent the whole day together.Hu: - Talán meglehetne ismételni ezt. Mit gondolsz? – kérdezte Bence, kezdve érezni a remény melegét.En: "Maybe we could do this again. What do you think?" Bence asked, beginning to feel the warmth of hope.Hu: Lilla mosolygott.En: Lilla smiled.Hu: - Nagyon szívesen. Jó lenne együtt felfedezni még több dolgot.En: "I'd love to. It would be nice to discover more things together."Hu: Az ajtó felé sétáltak, és a hideg levegővel szembenézve Bence megváltozott emberként érezte magát, nyitottabbnak.En: They walked toward the door, and as they faced the cold air, Bence felt like a changed person, more open.Hu: Lilla tanult belőle, hogy figyelni, nem csak mesélni is fontos.En: Lilla learned from him that listening is as important as telling.Hu: A kapcsolatuk kezdetét lelkesen várták, és elindultak egy közös új kaland felé a tudomány világában.En: They eagerly awaited the beginning of their relationship and embarked on a new adventure together in the world of science. Vocabulary Words:shone: ragyogtakceiling: üvegtetőfiercely: vadulcozy: otthonosexhibit: kiállításonmysteries: rejtélyeicuriously: érdeklődvesolitude: egyedülbaffled: megérteniholographic: holografikusfascinated: lenyűgözteambiance: atmoszféraintrigued: érdekeltecourage: bátorítottahesitated: habozottfrightened: megrémültrejection: elutasításutter: megszólalnaexclaimed: mondtálupstairs: emeletenappreciated: értékelithoughtful: figyelmeslistener: hallgatóconversed: beszélgetésükanticipated: vártamencounter: szembenézveinitiated: elindultakrelationship: kapcsolatukembarked: megkezdődöttadventure: kaland

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Mystery at the Nobelmuseet: Lars' Brilliant Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-01-18-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Lars stod vid ingången till Nobelmuseet och betraktade det ständiga flödet av besökare som trängdes genom dörrarna.En: Lars stood by the entrance to the Nobelmuseet and watched the constant stream of visitors squeezing through the doors.Sv: Vintervädret hade klätt Stockholm i en vit filt, och snöflingor dalade stilla ner utanför.En: The winter weather had dressed Stockholm in a white blanket, and snowflakes gently drifted down outside.Sv: Insvepta i tjocka jackor och halsdukar gick folk och beundrade de prestigefyllda utställningarna om vetenskap och litteratur.En: Wrapped in thick coats and scarves, people walked around, admiring the prestigious exhibitions on science and literature.Sv: Där inne, bland lysande lampor och isblå dekorationer, verkade allt lugnt.En: Inside, among bright lights and ice-blue decorations, everything seemed calm.Sv: Tills det inte var det.En: Until it wasn't.Sv: Ett skrik hördes från bakre rummet, där Lars och hans kollega Annika arbetade.En: A scream was heard from the back room where Lars and his colleague Annika were working.Sv: En ovärderlig artefakt – en liten, antik bok som tillhört Albert Einstein – hade försvunnit.En: An invaluable artifact—a small, antique book that once belonged to Albert Einstein—had disappeared.Sv: Sven, en yngre assistent, rusade fram, hans ansikte blekt av chock.En: Sven, a younger assistant, rushed forward, his face pale with shock.Sv: "Det är borta," sade han.En: "It's gone," he said.Sv: "Hur kan detta hända mitt under utställningen?"En: "How can this happen in the middle of the exhibition?"Sv: Lars kände hjärtat slå snabbare.En: Lars felt his heart beat faster.Sv: Det var hans chans att bevisa sitt värde.En: It was his chance to prove his worth.Sv: Att vänta på polisen skulle ta för lång tid, och museets rykte stod på spel.En: Waiting for the police would take too long, and the museum's reputation was at stake.Sv: Han bestämde sig snabbt; han skulle lösa mysteriet själv.En: He quickly decided; he would solve the mystery himself.Sv: Det första Lars gjorde var att samla sina misstankar.En: The first thing Lars did was to gather his suspicions.Sv: Han mindes den mystiske besökaren från tidigare, en man med en fladdrande överrock som verkade mer intresserad av dörrarna än av utställningarna.En: He remembered the mysterious visitor from earlier, a man in a fluttering coat who seemed more interested in the doors than the exhibitions.Sv: Lars satte kurs mot säkerhetskontrollrummet där de hade filmat under hela dagen.En: Lars headed towards the security control room where they had been filming all day.Sv: Sven och Annika följde med honom.En: Sven and Annika followed him.Sv: De bläddrade igenom timmar av bildmaterial, tills Lars plötsligt pekade mot skärmen.En: They sifted through hours of footage until Lars suddenly pointed at the screen.Sv: Mannen med överrocken böjde sig ner vid montrarna.En: The man with the coat was bending down by the displays.Sv: Lars kände en iskall känsla längs ryggraden.En: Lars felt a chill run down his spine.Sv: "Vi har vår misstänkte," sa Lars med en koncentrerad röst.En: "We have our suspect," said Lars in a focused voice.Sv: "Men vi behöver mer bevis."En: "But we need more evidence."Sv: Jakten började.En: The hunt began.Sv: Lars frågade diskret besökare och personal om de hade märkt något.En: Lars discreetly asked visitors and staff if they had noticed anything.Sv: En äldre dam vid en av bänkarna mindes någonting.En: An older lady on one of the benches remembered something.Sv: "Han tappade en direktörsbricka," sa hon och pekade mot en vrå där en av museumsbrickorna låg.En: "He dropped a director's badge," she said and pointed toward a corner where one of the museum's badges lay.Sv: Med brickan i handen konfronterade Lars mannen i överrocken som precis återvänt, trots sitt uppenbara försök att undgå upptäckt.En: With the badge in hand, Lars confronted the man in the coat who had just returned, despite his obvious attempt to avoid detection.Sv: En spänning fyllde rummet när Annika upptäckte att han i fickan gömde den saknade boken.En: A tension filled the room when Annika discovered that he hid the missing book in his pocket.Sv: Lars kände lättnad och stolthet.En: Lars felt relief and pride.Sv: Mannen erkände snart allt, och polisen tog honom med sig.En: The man soon confessed everything, and the police took him away.Sv: Med artefakten tillbaka på sin plats avslutade Lars sin dag som hjälte.En: With the artifact back in its place, Lars finished his day as a hero.Sv: När kvällen sänkte sig över det gamla museet, samlades personalen för att tacka Lars.En: As evening settled over the old museum, the staff gathered to thank Lars.Sv: Hans mod och snabba handlingar hade bevarat museets ära.En: His courage and quick actions had preserved the museum's honor.Sv: Lars själv kände en nyfunnen säkerhet.En: Lars himself felt a newfound confidence.Sv: Han hade visat att han verkligen kunde leda.En: He had shown that he truly could lead.Sv: Nu kunde han blicka framåt, med kollegornas nya respekt och sin egen tillit.En: Now he could look forward, with his colleagues' newfound respect and his own self-assurance.Sv: Även när Stockholm fortsatte snöa, var framtiden ljusare än någonsin för Lars.En: Even as Stockholm continued to snow, the future was brighter than ever for Lars. Vocabulary Words:entrance: ingångenprestigious: prestigefylldaexhibitions: utställningarnadecorate: dekorerascream: skrikinvaluable: ovärderligartifact: artefaktyounger: yngresuspicion: misstankarmysterious: mystiskefluttering: fladdrandesecurity: säkerhetcontrol room: kontrollrumfootage: bildmaterialsuspect: misstänkteevidence: bevishunt: jaktendiscreetly: diskretbadge: brickaconfronted: konfronteradetension: spänningrelief: lättnadpride: stolthetconfessed: erkändecourage: modconfidence: säkerhetself-assurance: tillitfuture: framtidenbrighter: ljusarehero: hjälte

Fluent Fiction - French: Snowball Shenanigans: A Museum Adventure Gone Haywire Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-01-18-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Émile était excité.En: Émile was excited.Fr: Aujourd'hui, il visitait le Musée des Sciences avec son meilleur ami, Jacques.En: Today, he was visiting the Science Museum with his best friend, Jacques.Fr: Les deux garçons adoraient les inventions et découvrir comment les choses fonctionnaient.En: The two boys loved inventions and discovering how things worked.Fr: En entrant dans le musée par une froide journée d'hiver, ils étaient émerveillés par les expositions brillantes et interactives.En: As they entered the museum on a cold winter day, they were amazed by the brilliant and interactive exhibits.Fr: Bernadette, la conservatrice du musée, était occupée à surveiller les expositions.En: Bernadette, the curator of the museum, was busy overseeing the exhibits.Fr: Elle veillait à ce que tout se déroule sans problème.En: She ensured that everything ran smoothly.Fr: Elle aimait son travail mais se méfiait toujours des visiteurs farceurs.En: She loved her job but always mistrusted mischievous visitors.Fr: Au coin du musée, une nouvelle exposition captivait Émile et Jacques : un bonhomme de neige robotique capable de lancer de petites boules de neige pour simuler l'hiver.En: In the corner of the museum, a new exhibit captivated Émile and Jacques: a robotic snowman capable of throwing small snowballs to simulate winter.Fr: Les gens riaient et prenaient des photos, mais soudain, les rires se transformèrent en cris de surprise.En: People laughed and took photos, but suddenly, the laughter turned into shouts of surprise.Fr: Le bonhomme de neige lançait des boules de neige à une vitesse inattendue, arrosant les visiteurs avec enthousiasme.En: The snowman was launching snowballs at an unexpected speed, enthusiastically showering the visitors.Fr: Émile roulait des yeux.En: Émile rolled his eyes.Fr: "Il faut que je comprenne ce qui ne va pas," murmura-t-il, évitant adroitement une boule de neige.En: "I need to understand what's wrong," he murmured, skillfully dodging a snowball.Fr: Jacques riait, s'amusant de la situation sans pressentir les ennuis.En: Jacques laughed, amused by the situation without foreseeing the trouble.Fr: "Attention, Jacques !En: "Watch out, Jacques!Fr: Ce n'est pas le moment pour tes farces," avertit Émile.En: This is not the time for your pranks," warned Émile.Fr: Le chaos régnait dans la salle.En: Chaos reigned in the hall.Fr: Bernadette accourut, l'air paniqué.En: Bernadette rushed in, looking panicked.Fr: "Quelqu'un doit arrêter ça !"En: "Someone has to stop this!"Fr: Émile savait qu'il devait agir.En: Émile knew he had to act.Fr: Il s'approcha prudemment de l'exposition, scrutant le panneau de contrôle.En: He cautiously approached the exhibit, scrutinizing the control panel.Fr: Il protégé son visage avec sa manche, avançant sous les projectiles de neige.En: He shielded his face with his sleeve, moving forward under the snow projectiles.Fr: Soudain, il remarqua quelque chose d'étrange dans les réglages.En: Suddenly, he noticed something strange in the settings.Fr: Émile réalisa que c'était Jacques qui avait modifié les réglages pour s'amuser.En: Émile realized it was Jacques who had altered the settings for fun.Fr: "Jacques !En: "Jacques!Fr: C'est toi !"En: It's you!"Fr: Jacques, réalisant les conséquences, regarda Émile avec un sourire désolé.En: Jacques, realizing the consequences, looked at Émile with a sorry smile.Fr: "D'accord, j'ai voulu rigoler...En: "Okay, I wanted to have a laugh...Fr: Mais ça a pris une ampleur inattendue."En: But it got out of hand."Fr: À cet instant, Bernadette arriva, l'air sévère.En: At that moment, Bernadette arrived, looking stern.Fr: "Qu'est-ce qui se passe ici ?"En: "What is going on here?"Fr: Émile parla rapidement.En: Émile spoke quickly.Fr: "Je peux réparer ça.En: "I can fix this.Fr: Laissez-moi une minute."En: Give me a minute."Fr: Avec agilité, Émile réinitialisa le système.En: With agility, Émile reset the system.Fr: Le bonhomme de neige arrêta enfin son déchaînement.En: The snowman finally stopped its rampage.Fr: Les visiteurs souriaient à nouveau, essuyant la neige de leurs vêtements.En: The visitors were smiling again, wiping the snow off their clothes.Fr: Bernadette, toujours légèrement mécontente, croisa les bras.En: Bernadette, still slightly displeased, crossed her arms.Fr: "Merci, Émile, mais cela ne peut pas se reproduire."En: "Thank you, Émile, but this cannot happen again."Fr: "Promis, je vais garder Jacques en ligne.En: "I promise, I'll keep Jacques in line.Fr: Et je peux vous aider avec d'autres expositions à l'avenir," proposa Émile, sincère.En: And I can help you with other exhibits in the future," offered Émile, sincerely.Fr: Bernadette soupira mais acquiesça.En: Bernadette sighed but nodded.Fr: "Très bien, mais pas de plus de bêtises."En: "Very well, but no more nonsense."Fr: En sortant du musée, Émile regarda Jacques.En: As they left the museum, Émile looked at Jacques.Fr: "Même si c'était un peu chaotique, c'était amusant."En: "Even if it was a bit chaotic, it was fun."Fr: Jacques sourit.En: Jacques smiled.Fr: "Je savais que tu aimerais un peu d'aventure !"En: "I knew you'd enjoy a little adventure!"Fr: Émile rit.En: Émile laughed.Fr: Il avait appris une leçon importante : parfois, même dans le chaos, on pouvait trouver du plaisir.En: He learned an important lesson: sometimes, even in chaos, you could find pleasure.Fr: Et avec Jacques, il était certain que les prochaines visites au musée seraient pleines de surprises.En: And with Jacques, he was sure the next museum visits would be full of surprises. Vocabulary Words:excited: excitéthe musem: le muséethe curator: la conservatriceto oversee: surveillerto ensure: veillermistrust: se méfiermischievous: farceurto captivate: captivercapable: capableto simulate: simulerunexpected: inattenduenthusiastic: enthousiasteto dodge: éviterthe prank: la farceto warn: avertirchaos: le chaosto reign: régnerto rush: accourirto scrutinize: scruterthe setting: le réglageto alter: modifierto realize: réaliserstern: sévèreto reset: réinitialiserthe system: le systèmeto promise: promettreto propose: proposerto sigh: soupirerthe joke: la plaisanterieto enjoy: aimer

Fluent Fiction - Italian: From Competition to Collaboration: Marco's Career Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-15-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il vento freddo dell'inverno soffiava leggero attraverso le finestre dell'ufficio, mentre fiocchi di neve si posavano delicatamente sui vetri.En: The cold winter wind blew lightly through the office windows while snowflakes gently settled on the glass.It: All'interno, l'atmosfera era elettrica.En: Inside, the atmosphere was electric.It: I dipendenti erano indaffarati, preparando l'imminente sessione di pianificazione strategica.En: The employees were busy preparing for the upcoming strategic planning session.It: Tra di loro c'era Marco, un manager di livello medio dallo sguardo determinato.En: Among them was Marco, a middle-level manager with a determined look.It: Marco aveva sviluppato un'enorme passione per il suo lavoro.En: Marco had developed a tremendous passion for his work.It: Le sue idee innovative spesso brillavano, ma sentiva di non ricevere il riconoscimento che meritava.En: His innovative ideas often shone, but he felt he didn't receive the recognition he deserved.It: Ambiva a una promozione, sperando di dimostrare finalmente il suo valore ai superiori.En: He aspired to a promotion, hoping to finally prove his worth to his superiors.It: Accanto a lui c'era Giulia, un nuovo leader del team, con energia contagiosa e un forte spirito di collaborazione.En: Next to him was Giulia, a new team leader with contagious energy and a strong spirit of collaboration.It: La sua reputazione di leader capace di valorizzare il lavoro di squadra la precedeva.En: Her reputation as a leader capable of valuing teamwork preceded her.It: Il giorno del meeting strategico era arrivato.En: The day of the strategic meeting had arrived.It: Marco si era preparato a lungo, sperando di impressionare tutti con un progetto rivoluzionario.En: Marco had prepared for a long time, hoping to impress everyone with a groundbreaking project.It: Ma presto si accorse di quanto Giulia fosse abile nel catturare l'attenzione con le sue idee fresche e incisive.En: But he soon realized how skilled Giulia was at capturing attention with her fresh and incisive ideas.It: Ogni volta che prendeva la parola, l'intero team sembrava pendere dalle sue labbra.En: Every time she spoke, the entire team seemed to hang on her every word.It: Marco iniziò a sentirsi scoraggiato.En: Marco started to feel discouraged.It: Eppure, mentre rifletteva, un'idea iniziò a prendere forma nella sua mente.En: Yet, as he reflected, an idea began to take shape in his mind.It: E se avesse unito le sue forze con quelle di Giulia?En: What if he joined forces with Giulia?It: Anche se era abituato a lavorare da solo, intuiva che la collaborazione poteva essere la chiave per emergere.En: Even though he was used to working alone, he sensed that collaboration could be the key to emerging.It: Così, Marco decise di parlare con Giulia.En: So, Marco decided to speak with Giulia.It: La invitò a un caffè nel piccolo angolo caffetteria dell'ufficio.En: He invited her for a coffee in the small office café corner.It: Le spiegò le sue idee e propose di combinare le loro forze.En: He explained his ideas and proposed combining their strengths.It: Giulia accettò con entusiasmo.En: Giulia accepted enthusiastically.It: Insieme, lavorarono fino a tarda sera, unendo le loro intuizioni per creare un progetto straordinario.En: Together, they worked late into the evening, merging their insights to create an extraordinary project.It: Il giorno del meeting, l'ufficio era pieno di aspettative.En: The day of the meeting, the office was full of expectations.It: Il rumore dei tacchi sul pavimento di marmo si mescolava al fruscio dei documenti stampati.En: The sound of heels on the marble floor mixed with the rustling of printed documents.It: Marco e Giulia si alzarono per presentare il loro progetto.En: Marco and Giulia stood up to present their project.It: Parlò Marco per primo, seguito da Giulia.En: Marco spoke first, followed by Giulia.It: Il loro approccio sinergico e creativo colpì il pubblico.En: Their synergistic and creative approach impressed the audience.It: Quando terminarono, vi fu un applauso fragoroso.En: When they finished, there was a thunderous applause.It: La direzione fu entusiasta.En: The management was thrilled.It: Il loro progetto venne accolto con entusiasmo e fu immediatamente selezionato per essere sviluppato ulteriormente.En: Their project was enthusiastically received, and it was immediately selected for further development.It: Il capo dipartimento si avvicinò a Marco, stringendosi forte la mano e complimentandosi per il lavoro svolto.En: The department head approached Marco, shaking his hand firmly and complimenting him on the work done.It: Consideravano Marco per un ruolo di guida nel progetto.En: They considered Marco for a leadership role in the project.It: Marco sentì una grande soddisfazione.En: Marco felt a great satisfaction.It: Aveva finalmente ottenuto il riconoscimento che desiderava.En: He had finally received the recognition he desired.It: Aveva imparato che lavorare insieme rendeva più forti e che condividere gli obiettivi conduceva a grandi risultati.En: He had learned that working together makes you stronger and that sharing goals leads to great results.It: In quell'ufficio, tra la neve e il calore del successo, Marco si accorse che la collaborazione era il vero segreto di una carriera di successo.En: In that office, between the snow and the warmth of success, Marco realized that collaboration was the true secret of a successful career. Vocabulary Words:the snowflakes: i fiocchi di nevethe atmosphere: l'atmosferathe manager: il managerdetermined: determinatoto shine: brillarethe recognition: il riconoscimentoto aspire: ambirecontagious: contagiosathe collaboration: la collaborazionethe reputation: la reputazioneto precede: precederegroundbreaking: rivoluzionarioto capture: catturareincisive: incisiveto hang on: pendereto reflect: rifletterethe insight: l'intuizioneextraordinary: straordinariothe expectation: l'aspettativathe marble: il marmothe rustling: il fruscioto impress: colpirethe applause: l'applausothrilled: entusiastato approach: avvicinarsito shake hands: stringere la manoto accomplish: svolgeresatisfaction: soddisfazioneto achieve: ottenereto realize: accorgersi

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Overcoming Fears: Ingrid's Flight to Freedom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-01-13-08-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Stockholm Arlanda International Airport var fullt av energi.En: Stockholm Arlanda International Airport was full of energy.Sv: Snö föll utanför de stora glasfönstren, och resenärer skyndade omkring, med resväskor rullande efter sig.En: Snow was falling outside the large glass windows, and travelers hurried around, with suitcases rolling behind them.Sv: Ingrid stod med sin lilla resväska nära en av terminalens ingångar.En: Ingrid stood with her small suitcase near one of the terminal's entrances.Sv: Hon kände hur nervositeten växte inom henne.En: She felt the nervousness growing within her.Sv: Lars, deras lärare, höll noga koll på sin grupp.En: Lars, their teacher, was carefully keeping an eye on his group.Sv: Han ville se till att alla studenter bordade utan problem.En: He wanted to make sure that all the students boarded without any problems.Sv: Han noterade Ingrids nervösa blick och gick fram till henne.En: He noticed Ingrid's nervous look and approached her.Sv: "Hur går det, Ingrid?"En: "How's it going, Ingrid?"Sv: frågade han mjukt.En: he asked gently.Sv: Ingrid suckade.En: Ingrid sighed.Sv: "Jag är lite rädd för att flyga," erkände hon.En: "I'm a little scared of flying," she admitted.Sv: Lars nickade förstående.En: Lars nodded understandingly.Sv: "Det var jag också på min första flygning.En: "I was too on my first flight.Sv: Vet du, det är helt normalt.En: You know, it's completely normal.Sv: Jag minns hur jag satt fastklamrad vid sätet, men allt gick bra."En: I remember how I was clinging to the seat, but everything went well."Sv: Bredvid dem stod Sofia, Ingrids klasskamrat.En: Next to them stood Sofia, Ingrid's classmate.Sv: Hon hade rest ofta och verkade helt obesvärad.En: She had traveled often and seemed completely unfazed.Sv: "Titta på flygplanen där ute," pekade hon.En: "Look at the airplanes out there," she pointed.Sv: "Visst ser de coola ut?En: "Aren't they cool?Sv: Som jättefåglar redo för äventyr."En: Like giant birds ready for adventure."Sv: Ingrid försökte le, men hennes mage var en knut av oro.En: Ingrid tried to smile, but her stomach was a knot of worry.Sv: En röst hördes över högtalaren och annonserade en försening.En: A voice was heard over the loudspeaker announcing a delay.Sv: INgrid kände oron växa.En: Ingrid felt the anxiety growing.Sv: Lars märkte Ingfrid's bleka ansikte och berättade en historia om en gång han sade fel land och stora japonmongiska te var på hans biljett.En: Lars noticed Ingrid's pale face and told a story about a time he said the wrong country and a big Japanese-Mongolian tea was on his ticket.Sv: Sofia försökte lugna med att visa henne souvenirbutikens färggranna varor.En: Sofia tried to soothe her by showing her the colorful goods in the souvenir shop.Sv: Efter ett tag kom det sista boarding-ropet för deras flyg.En: After a while, the final boarding call for their flight came.Sv: Ingrid tog ett djupt andetag.En: Ingrid took a deep breath.Sv: Lars log uppmuntrande och Sofia gav henne ett tyst "du klarar det"-tecken.En: Lars smiled encouragingly, and Sofia gave her a silent "you can do it" gesture.Sv: Ingrid tittade på sina två vänner.En: Ingrid looked at her two friends.Sv: Med deras stöd skulle hon möta sin rädsla.En: With their support, she would face her fear.Sv: Hon tog sina första bestämda steg mot gaten.En: She took her first determined steps toward the gate.Sv: Hennes hjärta bultade, men hon kände också en våg av förväntan spola över henne.En: Her heart was pounding, but she also felt a wave of anticipation wash over her.Sv: När hon steg ombord på planet insåg Ingrid att detta bara var ett steg.En: As she boarded the plane, Ingrid realized that this was only one step.Sv: Om hon kunde övervinna denna rädsla, kunde hon övervinna andra.En: If she could overcome this fear, she could overcome others.Sv: Hon satte sig i sätet, fäste säkerhetsbältet och log för sig själv.En: She sat down, fastened the seatbelt, and smiled to herself.Sv: Ett nytt kapitel började.En: A new chapter was beginning.Sv: Även i luften kände hon sig grundad med stöd från Lars och Sofia.En: Even in the air, she felt grounded with the support from Lars and Sofia.Sv: Resan mot nya upptäckter hade just börjat.En: The journey toward new discoveries had just started. Vocabulary Words:energy: energitravelers: resenärersuitcase: resväskaterminal: terminalentrance: ingångnervousness: nervositetenhurried: skyndadecarefully: nogaboarded: bordadeunfazed: obesväradairplanes: flygplanenadventure: äventyrannouncement: annonseradedelay: förseningloudspeaker: högtalarensoothe: lugnaboarding: boarding-ropetdetermined: bestämdaanticipation: förväntanovercome: övervinnagrounded: grundaddiscoveries: upptäcktersupport: stödfaced: mötafear: rädslapounding: bultadeencouragingly: uppmuntrandegesture: teckenpale: blekastomach: mage

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Art or Function? The Coat Rack Controversy Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-01-10-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: המוזיאון לאמנות עכשווית היה מלא בפסלים ועבודות מודרניות.En: The museum of contemporary art was filled with sculptures and modern works.He: קירות הציורים המופשטים נמתחו גבוה, דרך החלונות הגדולים נכנס אור חורף קריר.En: The abstract painting walls stretched high, and cool winter light came in through the large windows.He: המוזיאון היה מקום שבו דמיון התעורר לחיים, וכל אדם שפסע בו הרגיש חלק מהיצירה עצמה.En: The museum was a place where imagination came to life, and everyone who walked through felt like part of the creation itself.He: אליאב, שירה ותמר נכנסו יחד, צעיפים עבים סביב צוואריהם.En: Eliyav, Shira, and Tamar entered together, thick scarves around their necks.He: אליאב היה נרגש; זה היה הרגע שבו יוכל להראות לחבריו כמה הוא מבין באמנות.En: Eliyav was excited; this was his moment to show his friends how much he understood about art.He: "תראו את הפסל הזה," הוא הצביע לעבר חפץ גדול במרכז החדר.En: "Look at this sculpture," he pointed towards a large object in the center of the room.He: זה היה יצירה קדמית ממתכת עם קווים מתעגלים ומתפתלים.En: It was a front piece made of metal with twisting and curving lines.He: "זאת יצירה משמעותית," הכריז.En: "This is a significant piece," he proclaimed.He: שירה גיחכה. "זה לא נראה כמו מתקן לתלית מעילים?" היא שאלה בחיוך קל.En: Shira chuckled. "Doesn't it look like a coat rack?" she asked with a slight smile.He: אליאב צחק אף הוא, נחוש לא לאבד את בטחונו.En: Eliyav laughed too, determined not to lose his confidence.He: "בתקופה כזאת של אמנות, הכל יכול להיות," אמר.En: "In this kind of art era, anything can be," he said.He: "זו בעצם אמירה על איך שאנחנו מתייחסים לחפצים ביום יום."En: "It's really a statement on how we treat objects in our daily lives."He: תמר הביטה, עיניה מלאות הערכה.En: Tamar looked on, her eyes full of appreciation.He: "זה באמת מעניין איך הפונקציונליות והאמנות מתערבבים," אמרה.En: "It's really interesting how functionality and art mix," she said.He: אך לפתע, אחד המבקרות במוזיאון באמת תלתה את המעיל שלה על הקצוות של הפסל.En: Suddenly, one of the museum visitors actually hung her coat on the edges of the sculpture.He: אליאב הרגיש את לחייו מאדימות. האם כולם חשבו ככה?En: Eliyav felt his cheeks redden. Did everyone think that?He: הוא חייך חיוך מתוח. "זה הנקודה!" אמר בקול קצת גבוה יותר מדי.En: He smiled a tense smile. "That's the point!" he said in a voice slightly too high.He: "האומנות שלנו כיום מתעסקת בגבולות החפצים."En: "Our art today deals with the boundaries of objects."He: דווקא בנקודת ההפוך המוזרה הזו, המוזיאון קיבל חיים.En: In that strange twist, the museum came alive.He: אנשים החלו לשוחח על מהי אמנות ומהו השימוש האמיתי של חפצים שונים בעולם העכשווי.En: People began to chat about what art is and the true use of various objects in the contemporary world.He: אפילו הקהל צחק ונהנה.En: Even the crowd laughed and enjoyed themselves.He: לפתע, קרוב עמד מנהל המוזיאון עצמו ושמע את השיחה המעניינת.En: Suddenly, nearby stood the museum manager himself, listening to the interesting discussion.He: הוא ניגש לאליאב, "נקודת התצפית שלך מאוד מרעננת," אמר.En: He approached Eliyav, "Your perspective is very refreshing," he said.He: "אולי תצטרף לפאנל הבא על תפקיד האומנות בחברה?"En: "Perhaps you would like to join the next panel on the role of art in society?"He: שירה ותמר הסתכלו על אליאב בגאווה.En: Shira and Tamar looked at Eliyav with pride.He: למרות הבושה הקטנה, הוא יצא מנצח בהומור ולא איבד את החן שלו.En: Despite the small embarrassment, he came out victorious with humor and didn't lose his charm.He: אליאב למד לאמץ את טעויותיו בחיוך, והבין כי עולם האמנות אינו רק על ידע, אלא גם על ההנאה שבחוויות והעזת הלב להסתכל על דברים בדרכים חדשות ומרעננות.En: Eliyav learned to embrace his mistakes with a smile and realized that the world of art isn't just about knowledge, but also about enjoying experiences and daring to look at things in new and refreshing ways. Vocabulary Words:contemporary: עכשוויתsculptures: פסליםabstract: מופשטיםimagination: דמיוןcreation: יצירהproclaimed: הכריזchuckled: גיחכהcoat rack: מתקן לתלית מעיליםdetermined: נחושboundaries: גבולותtwist: הפוךrefreshing: מרעננתpanel: פאנלfunctionality: פונקציונליותappreciation: הערכהvictorious: מנצחcharm: חןembrace: לאמץperspective: נקודת תצפיתsignificant: משמעותיתobjects: חפציםmodern: מודרניותvisitors: מבקריםnodded: נענוapproached: ניגשsociety: חברהdaring: העזתstretch: נמתחוprofound: עמוקembrace: לאמץBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Finding Connection: A Journey Through Oslo's National Gallery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-10-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: På den kalde vinterdagen hadde Nationalmuseet i Oslo en spesiell energi.En: On the cold winter day, the Nationalmuseet in Oslo had a special energy.No: Snøfnuggene dalte sakte ned utenfor, og dannet et mykt teppe over byens gater.En: Snowflakes fell slowly outside, forming a soft blanket over the city's streets.No: Inne var det travelt.En: Inside, it was busy.No: Elever fra forskjellige skoler gikk rundt i de store salene, hvor tidens kunstverk snakket ulike språk gjennom sine skiftende stiler og farger.En: Students from different schools walked around in the large halls, where works of art from different times spoke various languages through their shifting styles and colors.No: Sigrid gikk stille bak gruppen sin.En: Sigrid walked quietly behind her group.No: Hun var i sitt rette element her, omgitt av kunstverk som rørte ved hjertet hennes.En: She was in her element here, surrounded by artworks that touched her heart.No: Selv om hun elsket å være blant maleriene, følte hun ofte at hun var for seg selv, selv i mengden.En: Even though she loved being among the paintings, she often felt alone, even in a crowd.No: Ved siden av henne gikk Eirik.En: Next to her walked Eirik.No: Han var åpen og pratsom, og han kjente nok de fleste i klassen.En: He was open and talkative, and he probably knew most of the class.No: Eirik snakket om dette og hint, men Sigrid lyttet ikke.En: Eirik talked about this and that, but Sigrid wasn't listening.No: Hun drømte seg bort i et landskap av farger og penselstrøk.En: She was dreaming herself away in a landscape of colors and brushstrokes.No: Da de kom til en stor sal, stoppet Sigrid.En: When they reached a large hall, Sigrid stopped.No: Foran henne hang et maleri som fanget hennes oppmerksomhet.En: In front of her hung a painting that captured her attention.No: Det var et uttrykk for kaos og følelsesladet intensitet.En: It was an expression of chaos and emotional intensity.No: Det var som om maleriet snakket til hennes innerste tanker.En: It was as if the painting spoke to her innermost thoughts.No: Det var et snev av Melankoli av Edvard Munch, og hun følte at det speilet hennes egen verden.En: There was a hint of Melankoli by Edvard Munch, and she felt that it mirrored her own world.No: Eirik la merke til at Sigrid hadde stoppet opp.En: Eirik noticed that Sigrid had stopped.No: "Hva ser du på?" spurte han nysgjerrig.En: "What are you looking at?" he asked curiously.No: Sigrid nølte.En: Sigrid hesitated.No: Hun kjempet med seg selv.En: She was struggling with herself.No: Ønsket hun å dele det hun følte?En: Did she want to share what she felt?No: Hva ville Eirik si?En: What would Eirik say?No: Ville han forstå?En: Would he understand?No: Hun tok et dypt pust.En: She took a deep breath.No: "Dette maleriet," begynte hun, "det minner meg om... om hvordan jeg noen ganger føler meg isolert, selv når jeg er rundt andre."En: "This painting," she began, "it reminds me of... of how I sometimes feel isolated, even when I'm around others."No: Ordene kom forsiktig, nesten som en hvisken.En: The words came cautiously, almost like a whisper.No: "Det er som om Munch forstår det."En: "It's as if Munch understands that."No: Eirik så på maleriet, så tilbake på Sigrid og nikket sakte.En: Eirik looked at the painting, then back at Sigrid and nodded slowly.No: "Det er interessant," sa han, "jeg tror jeg skjønner hva du mener.En: "That's interesting," he said, "I think I understand what you mean.No: Det får meg til å tenke på hvordan ting kan være overveldende, men samtidig vakre."En: It makes me think about how things can be overwhelming, yet beautiful at the same time."No: Sigrid smilte forsiktig.En: Sigrid smiled gently.No: Det var første gang hun hadde delt noe så personlig med en klassekamerat, og det hadde ikke vært så skummelt som hun hadde trodd.En: It was the first time she had shared something so personal with a classmate, and it hadn't been as scary as she had thought.No: Eirik lyttet virkelig, og det var som å åpne en dør hun ikke visste fantes.En: Eirik really listened, and it was like opening a door she didn't know existed.No: De gikk videre gjennom museet, side om side, og delte små betraktninger om kunstverkene de så.En: They continued through the museum, side by side, sharing small observations about the artworks they saw.No: Sigrid oppdaget at det å dele sine tanker gjorde alt mye rikere.En: Sigrid discovered that sharing her thoughts made everything much richer.No: Hun innså at hun, ved å åpne seg opp, kunne skape bånd og finne fellesskap hun aldri før hadde opplevd.En: She realized that by opening up, she could create bonds and find a sense of community she had never experienced before.No: Utenfor dalte snøen fortsatt, men inne var Sigrid fylt med en ny følelse av tilknytning.En: Outside, the snow still fell, but inside Sigrid was filled with a new sense of connection.No: Hennes indre verden var ikke lenger en ensom plass; den var et sted for dialog og oppdagelse, og i dag hadde det kunnet begynne med et enkelt maleri.En: Her inner world was no longer a lonely place; it was a space for dialogue and discovery, and today it had been able to begin with a single painting. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: snøfnuggeneblanket: teppehalls: saleneartworks: kunstverkshifting: skiftendetalkative: pratsomlandscape: landskapbrushstrokes: penselstrøkchaos: kaosemotional: følelsesladetintensity: intensitethint: snevmirrored: speiletcuriously: nysgjerrighesitated: nøltewhisper: hviskenoverwhelming: overveldendegently: forsiktigscary: skummeltdoor: dørobservations: betraktningercommunity: fellesskapconnection: tilknytningspace: plassdialogue: dialogdiscovery: oppdagelseshare: deleattention: oppmerksomhetinnermost: innerstecautiously: forsiktig

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Conquering Heights: A Friendship Scaled in Snow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-01-09-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Västerås Skrapan tornade upp sig mot himlen, klädd i vinterns vita skrud.En: The Västerås Skrapan towered against the sky, dressed in winter's white robe.Sv: Där, på observationsdäcket, stod Lars och Elin.En: There, on the observation deck, stood Lars and Elin.Sv: Lars kände hjärtat dunka hårt i bröstet.En: Lars felt his heart pounding hard in his chest.Sv: Han var inte förtjust i höjder.En: He was not fond of heights.Sv: Elin, däremot, skrattade lätt och tog ett djupt andetag av den kyliga luften.En: Elin, on the other hand, laughed lightly and took a deep breath of the chilly air.Sv: "Kom igen, Lars," ropade Elin och pekade mot kanten.En: "Come on, Lars," shouted Elin, pointing towards the edge.Sv: "Härifrån kan vi se hela Västerås, till och med domkyrkan!"En: "From here we can see all of Västerås, even the cathedral!"Sv: Lars rörde sig försiktigt mot räcket, men stannade en bra bit ifrån.En: Lars moved cautiously towards the railing, but stopped a good distance away.Sv: Stark vind svepte om öronen.En: A strong wind swept around his ears.Sv: Han tittade ner på de små, snöiga bilarna långt där nere och kände yrseln omfamna honom.En: He looked down at the small, snowy cars far below and felt dizziness embrace him.Sv: Ändå, Elins leende sågade genom rädslan.En: Still, Elin's smile cut through the fear.Sv: "Vi tar en selfie," utbrast hon glatt och höjde kameran.En: "Let's take a selfie," she exclaimed happily, raising the camera.Sv: "Kom närmare!"En: "Come closer!"Sv: Lars svalde hårt, tittade upp på Elin.En: Lars swallowed hard, looked up at Elin.Sv: "Jag... jag vet inte..."En: "I... I don't know..."Sv: "Det är bara snö och is," skämtade hon.En: "It's just snow and ice," she joked.Sv: "Som en skidbacke utan skidor!"En: "Like a ski slope without skis!"Sv: Med små, försiktiga steg närmade han sig kanten.En: With small, cautious steps, he approached the edge.Sv: Hela kroppen kändes stel.En: His whole body felt stiff.Sv: Elin stod orädd intill och väntade tålmodigt.En: Elin stood fearlessly beside him, waiting patiently.Sv: Plötsligt, när han var bara några steg ifrån henne, utropar hon: "Du ser ut som en skräckslagen snögubbe!"En: Suddenly, when he was only a few steps away from her, she exclaimed: "You look like a terrified snowman!"Sv: Det bröt isen, och även Lars skrattade, om än nervöst.En: It broke the ice, and even Lars laughed, albeit nervously.Sv: Ett steg till.En: One more step.Sv: Hans fingrar grep hårt om räcket.En: His fingers gripped the railing tightly.Sv: En andetag.En: One breath.Sv: Två.En: Two.Sv: Han tittade snabbt över kanten och åter mot Elin, hennes ögon fulla av uppmuntran.En: He quickly looked over the edge and back at Elin, her eyes full of encouragement.Sv: "Klara...färdiga...nu!" Elin klickade på kameran.En: "Ready...set...now!" Elin clicked the camera.Sv: I ett kort ögonblick såg han inte bara de mäktiga vida vyerna, utan även glädjen i ett ögonblick av triumf.En: In a brief moment, he saw not only the magnificent wide views but also the joy in a moment of triumph.Sv: De delade en blick, laddad av vänskap och något mer.En: They shared a glance, charged with friendship and something more.Sv: Även om knäna fortfarande var ostadiga, kände Lars att han hade åstadkommit något stort.En: Even though his knees were still unsteady, Lars felt he had accomplished something great.Sv: En bit av rädslan lyfte, precis som snön som virvlade förbi dem.En: A piece of the fear lifted, just like the snow swirling past them.Sv: De började röra sig tillbaka mot ingången, fortfarande skrattande.En: They started moving back towards the entrance, still laughing.Sv: Lars kände sig lättad, men också modig.En: Lars felt relieved, but also brave.Sv: Han visste att detta ögonblick av att trotsa rädslan, tillsammans med Elin, var ett som han alltid skulle minnas.En: He knew that this moment of defying fear, together with Elin, was one he would always remember. Vocabulary Words:towered: tornade upp sigobservation deck: observationsdäcketpounding: dunkacautiously: försiktigtrailing: räcketdizziness: yrselnembrace: omfamnaselfie: selfieswallowed: svaldejoked: skämtadeslope: skidbackestiff: stelfearlessly: oräddterrified: skräckslagenbroke: brötsteadily: tålmodigttriumph: triumfswirling: virvladedefying: trotsaencouragement: uppmuntranunsteady: ostadigarelieved: lättadaccomplished: åstadkommitglance: blickfear: rädslabreath: andetagslope: skidbackerobe: skrudcharged: laddadmagnificent: mäktiga

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Conquering Exam Anxiety: A Warm Winter's Lesson in Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-08-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De klok in de hoek van de bibliotheek tikte zachtjes, een ritme dat synchroniseerde met het tikken van de sneeuwvlokken tegen de ramen.En: The clock in the corner of the bibliotheek ticked softly, a rhythm that synchronized with the patter of snowflakes against the windows.Nl: Bas, Iris en Thijs zaten aan een tafel bedekt met boeken en notities.En: Bas, Iris, and Thijs sat at a table covered with books and notes.Nl: De bibliotheek was stil, op het zachte gefluister van andere studiegroepen na.En: The bibliotheek was quiet, except for the soft whispers of other study groups.Nl: Buitenkant was het winterlandschap bedekt met een deken van sneeuw, die een helder, koel licht naar binnen wierp.En: Outside, the winter landscape was covered with a blanket of snow, casting a bright, cool light inside.Nl: Bas voelde een knoop in zijn maag.En: Bas felt a knot in his stomach.Nl: De komende examens maakten hem zenuwachtig en hij wist dat hij iets moest doen.En: The upcoming exams made him nervous, and he knew he had to do something.Nl: Zijn ouders hadden hoge verwachtingen en hij wilde ze niet teleurstellen.En: His parents had high expectations, and he didn't want to disappoint them.Nl: Hij droomde ervan om zelfverzekerd te zijn, net als zijn vrienden, maar zijn angst stond hem in de weg.En: He dreamed of being confident, just like his friends, but his anxiety was holding him back.Nl: "Bas, gaat het?"En: "Bas, are you okay?"Nl: vroeg Iris, terwijl ze een blaadje haar kant op schoof.En: asked Iris, sliding a paper toward him.Nl: Thijs keek op van zijn notities, zijn blik bezorgd.En: Thijs looked up from his notes, his gaze concerned.Nl: Bas twijfelde.En: Bas hesitated.Nl: Zou hij hen vertellen over zijn angst?En: Should he tell them about his anxiety?Nl: Hij keek naar hun vriendelijke gezichten en nam een diep adem.En: He looked at their friendly faces and took a deep breath.Nl: "Ik maak me zorgen over de examens," gaf Bas eindelijk toe.En: "I'm worried about the exams," Bas finally admitted.Nl: "Ik ben bang dat ik het niet ga halen."En: "I'm afraid I won't pass."Nl: Iris glimlachte bemoedigend.En: Iris smiled encouragingly.Nl: "Iedereen heeft die angst, Bas," zei ze zacht.En: "Everyone has that fear, Bas," she said softly.Nl: "We willen je helpen."En: "We want to help you."Nl: Thijs knikte.En: Thijs nodded.Nl: "Ja, we zijn een team.En: "Yes, we're a team.Nl: We kunnen je laten zien hoe wij studeren.En: We can show you how we study.Nl: Misschien helpt dat."En: Maybe that will help."Nl: Met hun steun begonnen ze eenvoudige tactieken en studieoefeningen te bespreken.En: With their support, they began discussing simple tactics and study exercises.Nl: Iris stelde voor om onderwerpen op te splitsen en kleine pauzes te nemen.En: Iris suggested breaking down topics and taking small breaks.Nl: Thijs gaf tips over het maken van samenvattingen.En: Thijs gave tips on making summaries.Nl: Langzaam voelde Bas de knoop in zijn maag een beetje losser worden.En: Slowly, Bas felt the knot in his stomach loosen a bit.Nl: Uren gingen voorbij en de sneeuw buiten bleef zachtjes vallen.En: Hours passed, and the snow outside continued to fall gently.Nl: Bas voelde zich niet meer zo alleen.En: Bas didn't feel so alone anymore.Nl: Zijn vrienden waren er voor hem en dat gaf hem kracht.En: His friends were there for him, and that gave him strength.Nl: Zelfs als niet alle angst verdwenen was, voelde hij zich toch beter.En: Even if not all the anxiety was gone, he felt better.Nl: De studie sessie eindigde en ze ruimden gezamenlijk de tafel op.En: The study session ended, and they cleared the table together.Nl: Bas glimlachte naar Iris en Thijs, dankbaar voor hun hulp en begrip.En: Bas smiled at Iris and Thijs, grateful for their help and understanding.Nl: Hij realiseerde zich dat hij niet alles zelf hoefde te doen.En: He realized he didn't have to do everything on his own.Nl: Vrienden waren er om elkaar te steunen.En: Friends were there to support each other.Nl: "Bedankt, echt," zei Bas, terwijl ze hun spullen pakten.En: "Thanks, really," Bas said as they packed their things.Nl: "Ik voel me veel beter nu."En: "I feel much better now."Nl: "Geen probleem, Bas," zei Thijs terwijl hij zijn rugzak op zijn schouder slingerde.En: "No problem, Bas," said Thijs as he swung his backpack over his shoulder.Nl: "We doen het samen."En: "We do it together."Nl: Ze liepen de bibliotheek uit, de koude winterlucht in, maar in Bas' hart voelde het veel warmer.En: They walked out of the bibliotheek into the cold winter air, but in Bas' heart, it felt much warmer.Nl: Hij had geleerd dat het delen van zijn angst met vrienden niet alleen zijn last verlichtte, maar ook hun vriendschap versterkte.En: He had learned that sharing his anxiety with friends not only lightened his burden but also strengthened their friendship.Nl: En met die wetenschap waren de aankomende examens minder angstaanjagend.En: And with that knowledge, the upcoming exams seemed less daunting. Vocabulary Words:corner: hoeksynchronized: synchroniseerdepatter: tikkenlandscape: landschapblanket: dekencasting: wierpknotted: knoopstomach: maagnervous: zenuwachtigexpectations: verwachtingendisappoint: teleurstellenconfident: zelfverzekerdanxiety: angsthesitated: twijfeldeencouragingly: bemoedigendsuggested: stelde voortactics: tactiekenexercises: oefeningenbreaking down: op te splitsensummaries: samenvattingenloosen: lossergently: zachtjestogether: gezamenlijkrealized: realiseerde zichcold: koudewinter air: winterluchtheart: hartburden: laststrengthened: versterktedaunting: angstaanjagend

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Braving the Waters: Uncovering Venezia's Secret Laboratory Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-07-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il freddo pungente dell'inverno avvolgeva Venezia.En: The biting cold of winter enveloped Venezia.It: Le calli erano silenziose, tranne quando il Vaporetto passava, lasciando onde leggere dietro di sé.En: The calli were silent, except when the Vaporetto passed by, leaving light waves behind it.It: Luca fissava il canale davanti a lui.En: Luca stared at the canal in front of him.It: Con Alessandra e Marco al suo fianco, il suo cuore batté forte nell'aria frizzante della città.En: With Alessandra and Marco by his side, his heart beat strongly in the crisp air of the city.It: "Luca, sei sicuro?"En: "Luca, are you sure?"It: chiese Alessandra, il suo cappotto stretto intorno a lei.En: asked Alessandra, her coat wrapped tightly around her.It: Voleva assicurarsi che fosse davvero pronto, non solo per il viaggio, ma anche per ciò che li aspettava al laboratorio segreto.En: She wanted to ensure he was truly ready, not just for the journey, but also for what awaited them at the secret laboratory.It: "Sì, devo farlo," rispose Luca, cercando di mascherare il tremito nella sua voce.En: "Yes, I have to do it," replied Luca, trying to mask the tremor in his voice.It: Il ricordo della sua passata esperienza in acqua lo tormentava, ma il desiderio di scoprire i segreti del laboratorio era più forte.En: The memory of his past experience in the water tormented him, but the desire to uncover the secrets of the laboratory was stronger.It: Il Vaporetto arrivò lentamente, e Luca salì con un respiro profondo.En: The Vaporetto arrived slowly, and Luca boarded with a deep breath.It: Mentre il mezzo si muoveva, onde leggere facevano dondolare la barca.En: As the vessel moved, gentle waves made the boat sway.It: Il panorama di Venezia si allontanava, avvolto da una foschia invernale.En: The panorama of Venezia receded, shrouded in a winter mist.It: Alessandra gli mise una mano rassicurante sulla spalla.En: Alessandra placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder.It: "Non sei da solo, Luca."En: "You're not alone, Luca."It: Marco, l'ultimo del gruppo, osservava in silenzio.En: Marco, the last of the group, observed in silence.It: Sembrava sapere più di quanto dicesse.En: He seemed to know more than he was letting on.It: I suoi occhi scrutavano l'orizzonte, come se cercasse qualcosa nell'isola in lontananza.En: His eyes scanned the horizon, as if searching for something on the distant island.It: Poco dopo, il cielo si oscurò.En: Soon after, the sky darkened.It: Una tempesta improvvisa li colse di sorpresa.En: An unexpected storm caught them by surprise.It: Vento e onde facevano ballare il Vaporetto mentre Luca si teneva forte.En: Wind and waves made the Vaporetto dance while Luca held on tight.It: Poteva sentire il suo cuore accelerare.En: He could feel his heart racing.It: La paura cercava di avere la meglio su di lui, ma ricordò la sua missione.En: Fear tried to get the better of him, but he remembered his mission.It: "Siamo vicini," gridò Marco sopra il rumore del vento.En: "We're close," shouted Marco over the noise of the wind.It: C'era un'intonazione di certezza nella sua voce che Luca trovò sorprendentemente confortante.En: There was a tone of certainty in his voice that Luca found surprisingly comforting.It: Mentre il Vaporetto si avvicinava all'isola nascosta, le onde diventavano più calme, e l'entrata del laboratorio si avvicinava.En: As the Vaporetto approached the hidden island, the waves became calmer, and the entrance to the laboratory drew nearer.It: Luca si rese conto che Marco era dalla loro parte.En: Luca realized that Marco was on their side.It: Anche la tempesta sembrava ritirarsi, come se avesse fatto la sua parte nel superare le paure di Luca.En: Even the storm seemed to recede, as if it had played its part in overcoming Luca's fears.It: Giunti sulla terra ferma, l'enigma del laboratorio li attendeva.En: Once on dry land, the enigma of the laboratory awaited them.It: Il mistero si svelava un po' alla volta, portando con sé promesse di scoperte rivoluzionarie.En: The mystery unfolded little by little, bringing with it promises of revolutionary discoveries.It: Luca realizzò che aveva vinto contro la sua paura.En: Luca realized he had conquered his fear.It: Il viaggio in Vaporetto era stato un ostacolo superato, una prova del suo coraggio e della fiducia che poteva dare agli altri.En: The journey on the Vaporetto had been an obstacle overcome, a testament to his courage and the trust he could place in others.It: Marco non era solo un enigma, ma un alleato, mentre Alessandra restava la sua guida e amica fedele.En: Marco was not just an enigma but an ally, while Alessandra remained his guide and loyal friend.It: La nuova avventura nel laboratorio segreto di Venezia era solo l'inizio, ma era sicuro di una cosa: aveva il coraggio per affrontare qualsiasi sfida il futuro riservasse.En: The new adventure in the secret laboratory of Venezia was only the beginning, but he was sure of one thing: he had the courage to face any challenge the future might hold. Vocabulary Words:the biting cold: il freddo pungentethe calli (narrow streets): le callithe Vaporetto: il Vaporettothe canal: il canalethe laboratory: il laboratoriowrapped (tightly): strettothe tremor: il tremitothe vessel: il mezzoto sway: dondolarethe panorama: il panoramathe horizon: l'orizzontethe island: l'isolato darken: oscurarsithe storm: la tempestathe waves: le ondeto dance: ballareto shout: gridarethe certainty: la certezzathe entrance: l'entratacalm: calmothe enigma: l'enigmathe mystery: il misteroto unfold: svelarsipromise: promessarevolutionary: rivoluzionariethe courage: il coraggiothe trust: la fiduciathe obstacle: l'ostacolothe ally: l'alleatothe challenge: la sfida

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Snowy Oslo Kindness: A Tale of Warm Hearts and Winter Coats Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-05-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Ved likevel faller snøflakene mykt over markedsplassen i Oslo, en liten verden av liv og latter innhyllet i vinterens kalde omfavnelse.En: Even so, the snowflakes fall softly over the marketplace in Oslo, a small world full of life and laughter enveloped in winter's cold embrace.No: Det er klar morgen, og lyset fra de mange boder skinner lyst imot besøkende, der dekorasjonene minner om norske vinternetter.En: It's a clear morning, and the light from the many stalls shines brightly towards the visitors, as the decorations remind one of Norwegian winter nights.No: Det er starten av januar og Epifani, kjent som "helligtrekongersdag" lokalt, nærmer seg.En: It's the beginning of January, and Epifani, known as "helligtrekongersdag" locally, is approaching.No: Selv om få feirer det stort, samles familier for hyggelige måltid.En: Although few celebrate it grandly, families gather for pleasant meals.No: Astrid går forsiktig mellom bodene.En: Astrid walks carefully between the stalls.No: Det er kaldt, og hun trekker skjerfet tettere rundt halsen.En: It's cold, and she wraps her scarf tighter around her neck.No: Hun er her for å finne en varm vinterjakke til seg selv og datteren sin.En: She is here to find a warm winter jacket for herself and her daughter.No: De neste dagene vil de besøke familie, og Astrid vil vise seg fra sin beste side.En: In the coming days, they will visit family, and Astrid wants to show herself from her best side.No: Men økonomien er trang.En: But the economy is tight.No: Hun jobber hardt som lærer, men penger strekker ikke alltid til.En: She works hard as a teacher, but the money doesn't always stretch far enough.No: Likevel har hun et lite håp – kanskje vil hun finne en jakke som både er rimelig og stilfull.En: Nevertheless, she has a glimmer of hope – maybe she'll find a jacket that is both affordable and stylish.No: Nå står hun foran en bod hvor jakker henger fint på rekke.En: Now she stands in front of a stall where jackets hang neatly in a row.No: Bak disken smiler Sverre.En: Behind the counter, Sverre smiles.No: Han er en vennlig sjel, kjent for sitt hjelpsomme vesen.En: He is a friendly soul, known for his helpful nature.No: "Hei Astrid!En: "Hi Astrid!"No: " sier han med varm stemme.En: he says warmly.No: "Leter du etter noe spesielt i dag?En: "Looking for something special today?"No: "Astrid smiler tilbake, men bestemte bekymringer kan leses i øynene hennes.En: Astrid smiles back, but there's a definite concern reflected in her eyes.No: "Ja, en vinterjakke.En: "Yes, a winter jacket.No: Noe varmt og pent," svarer hun.En: Something warm and nice," she replies.No: Sverre peker mot en fin blå jakke.En: Sverre points to a nice blue jacket.No: Astrid tar den opp, og føler straks at det er den perfekte jakken—myk, varm, og vakker.En: Astrid picks it up and immediately feels that it is the perfect jacket—soft, warm, and beautiful.No: Men hun snur prislappen, og hjertet synker.En: But she turns the price tag, and her heart sinks.No: Den er for dyr.En: It's too expensive.No: Hun nøler, og Sverre ser det.En: She hesitates, and Sverre notices.No: "Hva synes du?En: "What do you think?"No: " spør han.En: he asks.No: "Den er nydelig, men jeg har ikke råd," svarer hun stille.En: "It's lovely, but I can't afford it," she responds quietly.No: Sverre tenker et øyeblikk.En: Sverre thinks for a moment.No: Han ser alvorlig ut, men også vennlig.En: He appears serious but also friendly.No: "Vent litt," sier han og forsvinner inn i boden.En: "Wait a moment," he says and disappears into the stall.No: Når han kommer tilbake, smiler han bredt.En: When he returns, he smiles broadly.No: "Du vet, noen dager er det plass for gode gjerninger.En: "You know, some days there's room for good deeds.No: Hva om jeg gir deg en liten rabatt på den?En: How about I give you a small discount on it?"No: "Astrid ser overrasket på ham.En: Astrid looks at him in surprise.No: "Virkelig?En: "Really?No: Det ville hjelpe så mye!En: That would help so much!"No: ""Selvsagt," nikker Sverre.En: "Of course," Sverre nods.No: "Du fortjener å ha det fint i vinter.En: "You deserve to be well off this winter."No: "Med takknemlighet i hjertet tilpasser Astrid seg jakken.En: With gratitude in her heart, Astrid tries on the jacket.No: Den føles som en varm klem.En: It feels like a warm hug.No: Hun betaler den nedsatte prisen, følelsen av lettelse fortrenger vinterkulden.En: She pays the reduced price, the feeling of relief dispelling the winter cold.No: Ingrid, datteren, tar hennes hånd.En: Ingrid, her daughter, takes her hand.No: "Du ser så fin ut, mamma!En: "You look so nice, Mama!"No: "Astrid smiler, kjenner takknemlighet strømme over for vennligheten hun har møtt.En: Astrid smiles, feeling gratitude flow for the kindness she has encountered.No: Hun tenker på hva hun har lært denne dagen: Selv i snørike Oslo, er hjertene til folk varmest av alt.En: She reflects on what she has learned this day: Even in snowy Oslo, people's hearts are the warmest of all.No: Det finnes alltid en måte, når man tør å spørre om litt hjelp.En: There's always a way when you dare to ask for a little help. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: snøflakenesoftly: myktmarketplace: markedsplassenembrace: omfavnelsestalls: boderapproaching: nærmer segfamilies: familierpleasant: hyggeligecarefully: forsiktigscarf: skjerfeteconomy: økonomienstretch: strekkerglimmer: lite håpaffordable: rimeligstylish: stilfullfriendly: vennligconcern: bekymringerafford: rådhesitates: nølerdeeds: gjerningerdiscount: rabattgratitude: takknemlighetencountered: møttrelief: lettelsewarmest: varmestdare: tørkindness: vennlighetvisit: besøketeacher: lærersmiles: smiler

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Snowy Challenges in Kiryat HaYovel: A Lesson in Leadership Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-01-04-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: האספלט רטוב בקִרְיַת הַיּוֹבֵל הבריק תחת האורות של הבוקר המוקדם.En: The wet asphalt in Kiryat HaYovel gleamed under the early morning lights.He: הלילה ירדה שלג כבד, והעיר התכסתה בלבן.En: A heavy snowfall had blanketed the city in white.He: מַשָּׂאוֹת עמוסות חמרים נעו לאיטן ברחובות הצרים, ופועלים לבושים במדים חמים התאספו באתרי הבנייה.En: Trucks loaded with materials moved slowly through the narrow streets, and workers dressed in warm uniforms gathered at the construction sites.He: אליאב עמד על גג הבניין שעליו פיקח.En: Eliyav stood on the roof of the building he was overseeing.He: הוא היה מנהל הפרויקט, וקפריסים נלחצו בידיו כשהביט על הַמָּטָרים הרטובים שנשענו על הפיגומים.En: He was the project manager, and his hands clenched tightly as he looked at the wet materials leaning on the scaffolding.He: הוא ידע שהעבודה הייתה צריכה להימשך, אבל מזג האוויר החורפי היה הקשה ביותר שראה.En: He knew the work had to continue, but the winter weather was the harshest he'd seen.He: נעם, אחד הפועלים, ניגש אליו.En: Noam, one of the workers, approached him.He: "אליאב," הוא אמר בקול מודאג, "נראה שהשלג לא מפסיק, ומה עם התכנון של השבוע?En: "Eliyav," he said in a worried voice, "it seems the snow isn't stopping, and what about this week's schedule?He: אנחנו כבר בעיכוב.En: We're already delayed."He: "אליאב הנהן.En: Eliyav nodded.He: הפועלים היו מודאגים, והמשקיעים לא היו סבלניים.En: The workers were concerned, and the investors were not patient.He: אבל הוא ידע שבטיחות הפועלים היא מעל לכל.En: But he knew that the safety of the workers came first.He: השמיים התבהרו מעט, אולם הרוח הייתה חזקה וקרירה.En: The sky cleared up slightly, but the wind was strong and chilly.He: באותו ערב ישבה מיה, מהנדסת האתר, עם אליאב במשרד הקטן שלהם בקרון הנייד.En: That evening, Maya, the site engineer, sat with Eliyav in their small office inside the mobile trailer.He: "מה נעשה מחר?En: "What will we do tomorrow?"He: " שאלה.En: she asked.He: היא הציעה לקצר את יום העבודה, אך לצמצם בפעילויות יותר מסוכנות.En: She suggested shortening the workday but reducing the more dangerous activities.He: אליאב חייך, "אולי נחכה ליום בהיר יותר.En: Eliyav smiled, "Maybe we should wait for a clearer day.He: גם אם אנחנו בעיכוב, איכות העבודה חשובה יותר מהמהירות.En: Even if we're delayed, the quality of the work is more important than speed.He: נבקש מכולם להתמקד בפעילויות בטיחות ביום הקרוב.En: Let's ask everyone to focus on safety activities for the coming day."He: "למחרת בוקר, השלג הפסיק לרדת, ולשמש התגנבה מבין העננים.En: The next morning, the snow had stopped falling, and the sun peeked through the clouds.He: אליאב נתן את האות לפועלים להתחיל בעבודות שניתן לבצע בבטיחות.En: Eliyav gave the signal for the workers to start the tasks that could be done safely.He: הוא החליט להקדיש את היום להערכה מחודשת של לוח הזמנים.En: He decided to dedicate the day to a reassessment of the schedule.He: החלטתו של אליאב לקדם את הפרויקט בבטיחות ובקצב הנכון גרמה לצוות להרגיש מועמד.En: Eliyav's decision to advance the project safely and at the right pace made the team feel appreciated.He: המיזם התעכב מעט, אבל הרגשת השייכות והאחריות בקרב הפועלים חיזקה אותם.En: The project was slightly delayed, but the sense of belonging and responsibility among the workers strengthened them.He: בסופו של יום, למרות הקשיים, אליאב חזר הביתה גאה בהחלטותיו.En: By the end of the day, despite the difficulties, Eliyav returned home proud of his decisions.He: הוא הבין שאומץ וקבלת החלטות נכונות הם המפתחות להצלחה.En: He realized that courage and making the right decisions are the keys to success.He: בהדרגה, השקט חזר אל קִרְיַת הַיּוֹבֵל, והשלג הכבד נמס.En: Gradually, the calm returned to Kiryat HaYovel, and the heavy snow melted.He: הפועלים המשיכו לעבוד יחד, וביטחונם באליאב התעצם.En: The workers continued to work together, and their trust in Eliyav grew.He: הסיפור נגמר עם חיוך של השלמה.En: The story ended with a smile of acceptance.He: אליאב הבין שלעיתים יש להאט כדי לעשות דברים נכון.En: Eliyav understood that sometimes one must slow down to do things right.He: סיפורם של נעם ומיה המשיך, וכך גם הבנייה בקִרְיַת הַיּוֹבֵל – יציבים ובטוחים יותר.En: The story of Noam and Maya continued, and so did the construction in Kiryat HaYovel — more stable and secure. Vocabulary Words:asphalt: אספלטgleamed: הבריקblanketed: התכסתהloaded: עמוסותmaterials: חמריםscaffolding: פיגומיםoverseeing: פיקחclenched: נלחצוschedule: תכנוןinvestors: משקיעיםchilly: קרירהsite: אתרengineer: מהנדסתtrailer: קרוןsuggested: הציעהshortening: לקצרreassessment: הערכה מחודשתadvancing: לקדםresponsibility: אחריותstrengthened: חיזקהcourage: אומץgradually: בהדרגהmelted: נמסreturn: להאטsense: הרגשהbelonging: שייכותsecure: בטוחיםacceptance: השלמהdelayed: בעיכובharshest: הקשה ביותרBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Chasing Enchantment: A Winter Adventure in Vondelpark Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-03-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Sven trok zijn muts dieper over zijn oren en maakte zich klaar voor avontuur.En: Sven pulled his hat down further over his ears and prepared himself for adventure.Nl: Het was een koude winterdag in Vondelpark, Amsterdam.En: It was a cold winter day in Vondelpark, Amsterdam.Nl: Het sneeuwde zachtjes en een dunne laag sneeuw lag op de grond, als een dikke deken.En: It was snowing lightly, and a thin layer of snow lay on the ground like a thick blanket.Nl: De bomen stonden kaal en een dunne ijslaag bedekte het vijvertje.En: The trees stood bare, and a thin layer of ice covered the pond.Nl: Kinderen renden in felgekleurde jassen rond, en de lucht leek gevuld met hun gelach.En: Children ran around in brightly colored coats, and the air seemed filled with their laughter.Nl: Sven's klas maakte zich klaar voor een nieuwjaarsuitstapje onder leiding van hun enthousiaste meester, Bram.En: Sven's class was getting ready for a New Year's excursion under the guidance of their enthusiastic teacher, Bram.Nl: "Jongens, we blijven bij de groep," riep Bram, zijn ogen glinsterden van enthousiasme.En: "Kids, let's stay with the group," called Bram, his eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.Nl: "Het is een prachtige dag om de natuur te ontdekken."En: "It's a wonderful day to explore nature."Nl: Maar Sven had andere plannen.En: But Sven had other plans.Nl: Hij had gehoord over een zeldzame vogel die in het park zou zijn gesignaleerd.En: He had heard about a rare bird that had been spotted in the park.Nl: Zijn hart klopte snel bij de gedachte om de vogel te fotograferen.En: His heart raced at the thought of photographing the bird.Nl: Maar Anouk, zijn beste vriendin, was sceptisch.En: But Anouk, his best friend, was skeptical.Nl: "Sven, het is alleen maar een gerucht.En: "Sven, it's just a rumor.Nl: En bovendien, Bram houdt van schema's."En: And besides, Bram loves schedules."Nl: Sven keek naar Anouk.En: Sven looked at Anouk.Nl: Ze was zijn steun en toeverlaat.En: She was his rock.Nl: Ook al twijfelde ze soms, hij wist dat ze altijd bij hem zou staan.En: Even though she sometimes doubted, he knew she would always stand by him.Nl: Langzaam begon het plan zich in zijn hoofd te vormen.En: Slowly, a plan began to form in his head.Nl: "Anouk, als we nu even afdwalen, kunnen we de vogel misschien zien voordat we weer aansluiten."En: "Anouk, if we wander off for a bit, maybe we can see the bird before we join back."Nl: Anouk zuchtte, maar een kleine glimlach speelde op haar lippen.En: Anouk sighed, but a small smile played on her lips.Nl: "Oké, laten we dan voorzichtig zijn."En: "Okay, let's be careful then."Nl: Met kloppende harten slopen Sven en Anouk zachtjes weg van de groep.En: With pounding hearts, Sven and Anouk quietly snuck away from the group.Nl: Het park leek ineens stiller, mysterieuzer.En: The park suddenly seemed quieter, more mysterious.Nl: De paden waren rustig, en ze konden hun adem als wolkjes zien in de koude lucht.En: The paths were calm, and they could see their breath as little clouds in the cold air.Nl: Plotseling hoorde Sven een gefluit dat hij niet kende.En: Suddenly, Sven heard a whistle he didn't recognize.Nl: Zijn ogen glinsterden van opwinding.En: His eyes sparkled with excitement.Nl: "Daar!En: "There!Nl: Kijk daar!"En: Look there!"Nl: Sven wees naar een boom waar een bontgekleurde vogel zat.En: Sven pointed to a tree where a colorful bird was sitting.Nl: Het was inderdaad de zeldzame vogel!En: It was indeed the rare bird!Nl: Ze waren net op tijd!En: They were just in time!Nl: Maar op dat moment verscheen Bram in de verte.En: But at that moment, Bram appeared in the distance.Nl: "Sven!En: "Sven!Nl: Anouk!En: Anouk!Nl: Wat doen jullie daar?"En: What are you doing there?"Nl: riep hij streng, maar zijn nieuwsgierigheid won.En: he called out sternly, but his curiosity got the better of him.Nl: Net toen Sven zijn camera uit zijn zak trok, vloog de vogel weg.En: Just as Sven pulled his camera from his pocket, the bird flew away.Nl: Sven liet zijn schouders zakken, maar Bram legde een hand op zijn schouder.En: Sven's shoulders dropped, but Bram placed a hand on his shoulder.Nl: "Je hebt misschien geen foto, maar je hebt een avontuur gehad.En: "You may not have a photo, but you had an adventure.Nl: En dat is net zo waardevol."En: And that's just as valuable."Nl: Anouk kreeg een glimlach op haar gezicht.En: Anouk broke into a smile.Nl: "Het was best spannend," gaf ze toe, haar ogen sprankelend.En: "It was quite exciting," she admitted, her eyes sparkling.Nl: Ze voegden zich weer bij de groep, met nieuwe verhalen en nieuwe avonturen in hun gedachten.En: They rejoined the group with new stories and new adventures in their minds.Nl: Sven voelde zich zelfverzekerder, en Anouk dacht al aan welke avonturen hen nog te wachten stonden in het nieuwe jaar.En: Sven felt more confident, and Anouk was already thinking about the adventures that awaited them in the new year.Nl: De sneeuw bleef vallen en bedekte Vondelpark zoals een schilderij van de natuur zelf.En: The snow continued to fall, covering Vondelpark like a painting by nature itself.Nl: De wereld was vol beloften, precies zoals het nieuwe jaar.En: The world was full of promises, just like the new year.Nl: En hoewel de vogel weg was, wisten Sven en Anouk dat dit nog maar het begin was van vele avonturen.En: And although the bird was gone, Sven and Anouk knew this was just the beginning of many adventures.Nl: En misschien, op een toekomstige winterdag, zouden ze de vogel weer tegenkomen.En: And maybe, on a future winter day, they would encounter the bird again. Vocabulary Words:adventure: avontuursparkling: glinsterdenrumor: geruchtenthusiastic: enthousiastbare: kaalpond: vijvertjelayer: laagwander: afdwalenexcursion: uitstapjeenthusiasm: enthousiasmeskeptical: sceptischrare: zeldzamebreathtaking: adembenemendcuriosity: nieuwsgierigheidsternly: strengexciting: spannendsnuck: slopenpromises: beloftenpainting: schilderijmysterious: mysterieuzerwhistle: gefluitsparkled: sprankelendencounter: tegenkomenphotograph: fotograferenlayer: dikke dekenglistening: glinsterendvaluable: waardevolventure: ondernemingdoubt: twijfelenquietly: zachtjes