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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Art in the Snow: A Tale of Unlikely Collaboration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-30-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De sneeuw viel zachtjes op het dak van de kostschool, en de wereld leek even stil te staan.En: The snow softly fell on the roof of the boarding school, and for a moment, the world seemed to stand still.Nl: In de kunstgalerij van de school, verlicht door warme lampen, groeide iets bijzonders.En: In the school's art gallery, illuminated by warm lamps, something special was growing.Nl: Marieke, met haar penseel in de hand, keek om zich heen.En: Marieke, with her brush in hand, looked around.Nl: Overal hingen kunstwerken aan de muren, tussen oude historische artefacten.En: Artwork hung everywhere on the walls, among old historical artifacts.Nl: Ze zuchtte.En: She sighed.Nl: Ze verlangde naar een connectie; iemand die haar passie voor kunst echt begreep.En: She longed for a connection; someone who truly understood her passion for art.Nl: Lotte had Marieke en Jasper samen ingedeeld voor een project.En: Lotte had assigned Marieke and Jasper together for a project.Nl: Marieke had getwijfeld.En: Marieke had hesitated.Nl: Jasper was extravert en hield van geschiedenis.En: Jasper was extroverted and loved history.Nl: Kunnen ze echt iets samen creëren?En: Could they really create something together?Nl: Toen Jasper binnenkwam, lachte hij breed.En: When Jasper came in, he grinned broadly.Nl: "Hey, kunstmaakster!"En: "Hey, artist!"Nl: groette hij enthousiast.En: he greeted enthusiastically.Nl: Marieke glimlachte terug, haar twijfels even vergeten.En: Marieke smiled back, her doubts momentarily forgotten.Nl: Ze zaten samen aan een tafel midden in de galerij.En: They sat together at a table in the middle of the gallery.Nl: Marieke haalde diep adem.En: Marieke took a deep breath.Nl: "Ik weet niet zeker of ik dit goed kan uitleggen," begon ze, wijzend naar een schilderij dat haar inspireerde.En: "I'm not sure if I can explain this well," she began, pointing to a painting that inspired her.Nl: Jasper leunde naar voren, geïnteresseerd.En: Jasper leaned forward, interested.Nl: "Probeer het maar," zei hij.En: "Just try," he said.Nl: "Ik wil het graag begrijpen."En: "I want to understand."Nl: Langzaam begon Marieke te vertellen over de kleuren, de emoties, het verhaal achter het beeld.En: Slowly, Marieke began to talk about the colors, the emotions, the story behind the image.Nl: Jasper luisterde aandachtig, stelde vragen en bracht zijn kennis van geschiedenis in.En: Jasper listened attentively, asked questions, and brought his knowledge of history into the conversation.Nl: Ze spraken over de oude kunststromingen en hoe die verbonden waren met de gebeurtenissen van de tijd.En: They discussed the old art movements and how they were connected to the events of the times.Nl: Marieke ontdekte dat Jasper's perspectief net zo inspirerend was als haar eigen liefde voor kunst.En: Marieke discovered that Jasper's perspective was as inspiring as her own love for art.Nl: Net op dat moment begon een onverwachte sneeuwstorm.En: At that moment, an unexpected snowstorm began.Nl: De wind huilden buiten en de ramen sneeuwden dicht.En: The wind howled outside, and the windows were covered with snow.Nl: De lichten in de galerij flikkerden, maar ze gingen niet uit.En: The lights in the gallery flickered, but did not go out.Nl: Ze waren alleen, opgesloten door de sneeuw.En: They were alone, trapped by the snow.Nl: "Wat nu?"En: "What now?"Nl: vroeg Jasper lachend.En: Jasper asked, laughing.Nl: "Ik denk dat we verder moeten gaan," antwoordde Marieke.En: "I think we should keep going," Marieke replied.Nl: De nacht verstreek snel, terwijl ze praatten en hun project vorm gaven.En: The night passed quickly as they talked and shaped their project.Nl: Marieke tekende, Jasper schreef.En: Marieke drew, Jasper wrote.Nl: Ze deelden ideeën en inspireerden elkaar.En: They shared ideas and inspired each other.Nl: Tegen de ochtend was het kunstwerk klaar: een prachtige, kleurrijke kaart van herinneringen en geschiedenis, vol leven en verhalen.En: By morning, the artwork was finished: a beautiful, colorful map of memories and history, full of life and stories.Nl: Toen de storm afzwakte en de eerste lichtstralen de kamer bereikten, keken ze samen naar hun creatie.En: When the storm subsided and the first rays of light reached the room, they looked at their creation together.Nl: "Dit is fantastisch," zei Marieke zachtjes.En: "This is fantastic," Marieke said softly.Nl: Ze voelde warmte vanbinnen.En: She felt a warmth within.Nl: "Dank je, Jasper."En: "Thank you, Jasper."Nl: Met het project voltooid en een nieuwe band gevormd, beseften ze allebei dat ze iets waardevols hadden ontdekt.En: With the project completed and a new bond formed, they both realized they had discovered something valuable.Nl: Jasper had Mariekes kunstbegrip verrijkt, en Marieke had Jasper laten zien hoe kunst het leven kon kleuren.En: Jasper had enriched Marieke's understanding of art, and Marieke had shown Jasper how art could color life.Nl: Buiten, in de krakende sneeuw, wandelden ze terug naar de slaapvertrekken van de school.En: Outside, in the creaking snow, they walked back to the dormitories of the school.Nl: Marieke keek naar Jasper en glimlachte.En: Marieke looked at Jasper and smiled.Nl: Ze voelde zich eindelijk begrepen en gesteund.En: She finally felt understood and supported.Nl: Samen besloten ze om hun vriendschap verder te verkennen en de wereld door elkaars ogen te blijven zien.En: Together, they decided to further explore their friendship and continue seeing the world through each other's eyes.Nl: En in die winterse stilte wist Marieke dat haar wereld groter was geworden, gevuld met nieuwe mogelijkheden.En: And in that wintry silence, Marieke knew that her world had grown larger, filled with new possibilities. Vocabulary Words:boarding school: kostschoolilluminated: verlichtartifacts: artefactensigh: zuchtconnection: connectiehesitated: getwijfeldextroverted: extravertenthusiastically: enthousiastdoubts: twijfelsattentively: aandachtigperspective: perspectiefunexpected: onverwachtehowled: huildencovered: dichtgesneeuwdtrapped: opgeslotenflickered: flikkerdenproject: projectshaped: vorm gavenmemories: herinneringensubsided: afzwakterays: lichtstralenwarmth: warmterealized: beseftenenriched: verrijktcreaking: krakendeexplore: verkennenpossibilities: mogelijkhedensupported: gesteundwalked: wandeldensilence: stilte

Fluent Fiction - Danish: From Icy Waters to Unbreakable Bonds at Roskilde Kostskole Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-30-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Sneen glitrede som diamanter på de gamle egegrene ved Roskilde Kostskole.En: The snow glistened like diamonds on the old oak branches at Roskilde Kostskole.Da: Mikkel betragtede landskabet udenfor, mens han pillede ved kanten af sit skoleuniform.En: Mikkel gazed at the landscape outside while fiddling with the edge of his school uniform.Da: Han savnede sit gamle hjem.En: He missed his old home.Da: Alt her føltes fremmed, særligt efter hans forældres skilsmisse.En: Everything here felt foreign, especially after his parents' divorce.Da: Søren var Mikkels værelseskammerat.En: Søren was Mikkel's roommate.Da: Han var skolens stjernesvømmer og altid omgivet af venner.En: He was the school's star swimmer and always surrounded by friends.Da: Søren smilede altid og havde en smittende energi.En: Søren always smiled and had an infectious energy.Da: "Hej, Mikkel!En: "Hey, Mikkel!Da: Kom med til svømmetræning efter skole," foreslog Søren en dag.En: Come to swimming practice after school," Søren suggested one day.Da: Mikkel tøvede.En: Mikkel hesitated.Da: Han havde aldrig været vild med svømning, især ikke om vinteren.En: He had never been keen on swimming, especially not in winter.Da: Skolens sø var frossen, og de modige elever trænede stadig i isvand.En: The school's lake was frozen, yet the brave students still trained in the icy water.Da: "Jeg ved ikke..." mumlede Mikkel.En: "I don't know..." mumbled Mikkel.Da: Men han tænkte over det.En: But he thought about it.Da: At gå med kunne være en mulighed for at opbygge nye venskaber.En: Joining could be an opportunity to build new friendships.Da: Lise var en venlig klassekammerat, der elskede at stille spørgsmål.En: Lise was a friendly classmate who loved asking questions.Da: Hun var nysgerrig overfor Mikkels stille natur.En: She was curious about Mikkel's quiet nature.Da: "Hej Mikkel, vil du ikke prøve svømning?"En: "Hey Mikkel, why don't you try swimming?"Da: spurgte hun.En: she asked.Da: "Det er sjovt, og vi har te efter træning."En: "It's fun, and we have tea after practice."Da: Ugen efter tog Mikkel en beslutning.En: The week after, Mikkel made a decision.Da: Med banken fra Søren og den kærlige overtalelse fra Lise, trådte han ind i skolens svømmeklub.En: With encouragement from Søren and the loving persuasion from Lise, he joined the school's swimming club.Da: Vandet var koldt, næsten ubarmhjertigt mod hans hud.En: The water was cold, almost unmerciful against his skin.Da: Han kæmpede med at slappe af, hans tanker på forældrenes uenigheder.En: He struggled to relax, his thoughts on his parents' disagreements.Da: En eftermiddag dalede sneen tæt, og himlen var grå.En: One afternoon, the snow fell densely, and the sky was gray.Da: Mikkel synkede ned i vandet, men panik greb ham.En: Mikkel sank into the water, but panic seized him.Da: Han kæmpede for at holde sig oppe.En: He struggled to stay afloat.Da: Søren observerede ham og sprang hurtigt i for at hjælpe.En: Søren observed him and quickly jumped in to help.Da: "Mikkel!En: "Mikkel!Da: Tag fat i min hånd!"En: Grab my hand!"Da: råbte han.En: he shouted.Da: Da de var oppe igen, klaprede Mikkels tænder.En: Once they were up again, Mikkel's teeth chattered.Da: "Tak, Søren," sagde han stille og følte en blanding af skam og lettelse.En: "Thanks, Søren," he said quietly, feeling a mix of shame and relief.Da: Efter den episode blev Mikkel og Søren tættere.En: After that episode, Mikkel and Søren grew closer.Da: De delte nu historier, latter og endda bekymringer.En: They now shared stories, laughter, and even worries.Da: Lise sluttede sig tit til dem i samtalerne over varm kakao efter træning.En: Lise often joined them in conversations over hot cocoa after practice.Da: Med tiden voksede Mikkel.En: Over time Mikkel grew.Da: Han startede med at gå til flere skoleaktiviteter og deltog ivrigt.En: He started attending more school activities and participating eagerly.Da: Langsomt lærte han at værdsætte tilstedeværelsen af venner ved sin side.En: Slowly he learned to appreciate the presence of friends by his side.Da: Vinter gik, og foråret bragte ny optimisme.En: Winter passed, and spring brought new optimism.Da: Mikkel følte sig nu som en del af Roskilde Kostskole.En: Mikkel now felt like a part of Roskilde Kostskole.Da: Ændringerne derhjemme gjorde mindre ondt med venskaberne han havde vundet.En: The changes at home hurt less with the friendships he had gained.Da: Han vidste, at uanset hvad der skete, var han ikke alene.En: He knew that no matter what happened, he was not alone. Vocabulary Words:glistened: glitredediamonds: diamanteroak: egegrenefiddling: pilledeuniform: skoleuniformforeign: fremmeddivorce: skilsmisseroommate: værelseskammeratinfectious: smittendesuggested: foresloghesitated: tøvedebrave: modigeicy: isvandopportunity: mulighedpersuasion: overtalelsemerciless: ubarmhjertigtdisagreements: uenighederdense: tætpanic: panikshame: skamepisode: episodeworries: bekymringerencouragement: bankenappreciate: værdsættepresence: tilstedeværelsenseized: grebchattered: klapredeoptimism: optimismeattending: deltogunmerciful: næsten ubarmhjertigt

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Surviving Midterms: A Tale of Friendship and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-26-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kold vintermorgen på Aarhus BSS.En: It was a cold winter morning at Aarhus BSS.Da: Flager af sne dalede stille ned over universitetet, og studerende hastede mellem bygningerne med varme jakker og kaffekrus i hånden.En: Flakes of snow gently drifted down over the university, and students hurried between the buildings with warm jackets and coffee mugs in hand.Da: Inde i biblioteket, bag de store træpaneler, sad Freja.En: Inside the library, behind the large wooden panels, sat Freja.Da: Hun stirrede på sin bærbare computer med bekymret mine.En: She stared at her laptop with a worried expression.Da: Freja havde altid været en dedikeret studerende.En: Freja had always been a dedicated student.Da: Hendes kærlighed til miljøvidenskab var dyb og oprigtig.En: Her love for environmental science was deep and sincere.Da: Men midtvejsuge gav hende angst.En: But midterm week gave her anxiety.Da: Hun følte, at hendes fremtidige karriere hang på denne uge.En: She felt that her future career depended on this week.Da: Nikolaj, hendes gode ven, strengede gennem biblioteket.En: Nikolaj, her good friend, strode through the library.Da: Han så Freja sidde helt stille og gik hen til hende.En: He saw Freja sitting completely still and went over to her.Da: "Hej Freja, hvordan går det med læsningen?"En: "Hi Freja, how's the studying going?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: Hun trak på skuldrene.En: She shrugged.Da: "Det går, tror jeg," mumlede hun.En: "It's going, I think," she mumbled.Da: Sandheden var, at Freja ikke kunne fokusere.En: The truth was, Freja couldn't focus.Da: Presset fra eksamenerne føltes som en væg, der pressede ned på hende.En: The pressure from the exams felt like a weight pressing down on her.Da: Maja, deres fælles ven, sluttede sig til dem med et smil.En: Maja, their mutual friend, joined them with a smile.Da: "Hej, jeg har chokolade," sagde hun og lagde en lille chokoladebar foran Freja.En: "Hey, I have chocolate," she said and placed a small chocolate bar in front of Freja.Da: "Det gør altid dagen lidt bedre."En: "It always makes the day a bit better."Da: Freja smilede taknemmeligt, men hendes tanker var stadig tynget.En: Freja smiled gratefully, but her thoughts were still weighed down.Da: Da solen gik ned, og mørket kom krybende udenfor, mødtes de tre venner til endnu en studiemaraton.En: As the sun set and darkness crept outside, the three friends gathered for another study marathon.Da: Nikolaj og Maja forsøgte at inkludere Freja i samtalen om eksamenstips, men Freja sagde ikke meget.En: Nikolaj and Maja tried to include Freja in the conversation about exam tips, but Freja didn't say much.Da: Pludselig lagde Freja bøgerne til side.En: Suddenly, Freja put her books aside.Da: "Jeg kan ikke mere," udbrød hun og følte tårer presse sig på.En: "I can't do this anymore," she exclaimed, feeling tears welling up.Da: Nikolaj og Maja kiggede overrasket, men opmærksomme.En: Nikolaj and Maja looked surprised but attentive.Da: "Jeg er så bange for, at jeg ikke klarer det godt nok," tilstod hun.En: "I'm so afraid I won't do well enough," she confessed.Da: Det føltes som en lettelse at sige det højt.En: It felt like a relief to say it out loud.Da: Maja tog hendes hånd.En: Maja took her hand.Da: "Det er okay at være nervøs.En: "It's okay to be nervous.Da: Men du behøver ikke klare det alene.En: But you don't have to handle it alone.Da: Vi er her for dig."En: We're here for you."Da: Freja følte en bølge af lettelse.En: Freja felt a wave of relief.Da: Hun vidste, at de havde ret.En: She knew they were right.Da: Med Nikolaj og Majas hjælp gennemgik de deres noter og quizzer, skiftevis at tage pauser for at gå en tur i sneen og trække frisk luft.En: With Nikolaj and Maja's help, they went through their notes and quizzes, alternating with breaks to take walks in the snow and get fresh air.Da: På eksamensdagen var Freja stadig nervøs, men følte sig ikke længere alene.En: On exam day, Freja was still nervous but no longer felt alone.Da: Det gav hende styrken til at yde sit bedste.En: It gave her the strength to do her best.Da: Da resultaterne endelig kom, havde hun klaret sig godt.En: When the results finally came, she had done well.Da: Hendes drøm om praktikpladsen var stadig inden for rækkevidde.En: Her dream of an internship position was still within reach.Da: Freja indså, hvor værdifulde venskaber kunne være.En: Freja realized how valuable friendships could be.Da: Hun lærte, at det at åbne op for sine problemer ikke kun var en lettelse, men også en styrke.En: She learned that opening up about her problems was not only a relief but also a strength.Da: Hun behøvede ikke klare alt selv.En: She didn't have to handle everything on her own.Da: Med Nikolaj og Majas støtte vidste hun, at hun kunne klare alt.En: With Nikolaj and Maja's support, she knew she could handle anything. Vocabulary Words:flakes: flagerdrifted: daledepanels: panelerdedicated: dedikeretsincere: oprigtiganxiety: angststride: strengeshrugged: trak på skuldrenefocus: fokuserepressure: presweighed: tyngetdarkness: mørketcrept: kom krybendemarathon: maratonexclaimed: udbrødwelling: presse sig påconfessed: tilstodrelief: lettelsenervous: nervøsalternating: skiftevisquizzes: quizzerstrength: styrkeninternship: praktikpladsreach: rækkeviddevaluable: værdifuldefriendships: venskaberopening up: åbne opproblems: problemersupport: støttehandle: klare

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Navigating Ambition: Balancing Dreams and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-01-15-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: במשרד גדול במרכז העיר, הכול היה מוכן לתחילת החורף.En: In a large office in the city center, everything was ready for the start of winter.He: חימום עבד במלוא העוצמה וכל פינה מעוטרת בעצי רימון קטנים, מסמל את החג ט״ו בשבט.En: The heating was working at full capacity, and every corner was decorated with small etzei rimon (pomegranate trees), symbolizing the holiday of Tu BiShvat.He: בתוך כל זה, אריאלה ישבה ליד דלפקה, מתכננת את עתידה.En: Amidst all this, Ariella sat by her desk, planning her future.He: "דב יבקש ממני דוח שגרתי, אבל אני חייבת להתכונן לשיחה על קידום," חשבה לעצמה.En: "Dov will ask me for a routine report, but I must prepare for a conversation about promotion," she thought to herself.He: אריאלה הייתה מנהלת פרויקטים שאפתנית עם תקווה לעלות לתפקיד בכיר.En: Ariella was an ambitious project manager with hopes of advancing to a senior position.He: היא ידעה שתחרותיה הגדולה ביותר היא חברתה הטובה, מרים.En: She knew her biggest competition was her good friend, Miriam.He: הבוקר היה קר, והשלג הצטבר ליד חלונות הזכוכית הרחבים.En: The morning was cold, and snow had accumulated by the wide glass windows.He: עובדים חלפו על פני ריח הריח העצמה ששחרר העץ דמי המעובד, אבל אריאלה הרגישה רק את הלחץ על כתפיה.En: Employees passed by the strong scent released by the wood of the processed demi, but Ariella felt only the pressure on her shoulders.He: ״היי, אריאלה,״ קראה מרים בחביבות וקרבה למשרדה.En: "Hey, Ariella," called Miriam kindly as she approached her office.He: ״בהצלחה היום!En: "Good luck today!He: אני יודעת שתצליחי.En: I know you'll succeed."He: ״אריאלה חייכה, אבל לבה הכביד מהידיעה שמרים גם מועמדת לאותו תפקיד.En: Ariella smiled, but her heart was heavy with the knowledge that Miriam was also a candidate for the same position.He: מה יקרה לחברות שלהן אם תיבחר קדימה?En: What would happen to their friendship if she was chosen for the promotion?He: השאלה הזאת ליוותה אותה עד לפגישה עם דב.En: This question accompanied her all the way to the meeting with Dov.He: המשרד של דב היה חמים ותומך, מלאה בספרים ותמונות משפחתיות.En: Dov's office was warm and supportive, filled with books and family photos.He: דב היה תמיד מנהל ישיר, אך תמיד תמך בעובדיו.En: Dov was always a direct manager but always supported his employees.He: הוא חייך חיוך קטן כשהזמין את אריאלה לשבת.En: He gave a small smile as he invited Ariella to sit down.He: ״אריאלה, איך את רואה את עצמך בשנים הקרובות?En: "Ariella, how do you see yourself in the coming years?"He: " שאל דב בשלווה.En: Dov asked calmly.He: ״האמת, אני רואה את עצמי בתפקיד בכיר יותר,״ אמרה אריאלה בזהירות, ״אני מוכנה להוביל ולשאת באחריות.En: "In truth, I see myself in a more senior role," Ariella said cautiously, "I am ready to lead and take on responsibility."He: ״דב הביט בה, ולפתע חיוך עלה על פניו.En: Dov looked at her, and suddenly a smile spread across his face.He: ״יש לך פוטנציאל גבוה, וזה ברור לי,״ אמר.En: "You have great potential, and that's clear to me," he said.He: ״אני ממליץ שתקבלי את הקידום, אבל אני רוצה שתעבדי בשיתוף פעולה עם מרים על פרויקטים עתידיים.En: "I recommend you get the promotion, but I want you to work in collaboration with Miriam on future projects.He: שתיכן יכולות להוביל יחד.En: Both of you can lead together."He: ״אריאלה הרגישה כמו משקל רב ירד מכתפיה.En: Ariella felt a great weight lift off her shoulders.He: היא הביטה בדב בהוקרה אמיתית.En: She looked at Dov with genuine gratitude.He: היא הבינה שזה לא רק חלום שלה שהתממש, אלא גם הזדמנות לשמר את החברות עם מרים וליצור הצלחה משותפת.En: She realized that not only had her dream come true, but she also had the opportunity to preserve her friendship with Miriam and create shared success.He: בצאתה מהמשרד, ריח קקטוס נוסף כבר מילא את האוויר ואריאלה חשה מרוצה ומלאת תקווה לעתיד.En: As she left the office, the scent of another cactus filled the air, and Ariella felt satisfied and full of hope for the future.He: הילדים במשרד עצרו לרגע מהלולאה של עבודתם כדי לחייך עליה.En: The children in the office paused for a moment from their loop of work to smile at her.He: הם ידעו שהיום תצמח עוצמה חדשה.En: They knew that today a new strength would grow. Vocabulary Words:capacity: עוצמהdecorated: מעוטרתsymbolizing: מסמלroutine: שגרתיambitious: שאפתניתaccumulated: הצטברprocessed: המעובדapproached: קרבהgenuine: אמיתיתgratitude: הוקרהpreserve: לשמרshared: משותפתscent: ריחconversation: שיחהcompetition: תחרותיהcandidate: מועמדתpromotion: קידוםsupportive: תומךpotential: פוטנציאלcautiously: בזהירותresponsibility: באחריותcollaboration: שיתוף פעולהopportunity: הזדמנותfulfilled: התממשcolleagues: חברותloop: הלולאהachieved: הושגוfuture: עתידdeveloped: מתקדמתimprove: לשפרBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Beyond the Tracks: A Catalonian Festival of Inspiration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-01-14-08-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: A la petita estació de tren, la gent es movia amb presses, buscant refugiar-se del fred intens de l'hivern.En: At the small train station, people were moving hurriedly, seeking refuge from the intense winter cold.Ca: Sitges, amb les seves platges i bellesa, semblava un somni llunyà aquell matí.En: Sitges, with its beaches and beauty, seemed like a distant dream that morning.Ca: El Pere, amb el seu bloc de dibuix i ideals a la motxilla, esperava impacientment al tren.En: Pere, with his drawing pad and ideas in his backpack, waited impatiently for the train.Ca: Buscava inspiració nova per a les seves pintures.En: He was seeking new inspiration for his paintings.Ca: El festival de Sant Antoni prometia alegria i color.En: The Sant Antoni festival promised joy and color.Ca: Però el tren, inexplicablement, estava retrassat.En: But the train, inexplicably, was delayed.Ca: Els passatgers s'amuntegaven, i l'ambient era ple de murmuris de descontentament.En: Passengers crowded together, and the atmosphere was filled with murmurs of discontent.Ca: L'olor de castanyes torrades intentava suavitzar l'ànim, però el Pere es sentia atrapat, com un ocell en una gàbia.En: The smell of roasted chestnuts tried to soften the mood, but Pere felt trapped, like a bird in a cage.Ca: Mirava el rellotge, preocupat.En: He looked at his watch, worried.Ca: Els núvols grisos i la notícia d'una tempesta de neu als turons de Catalunya augmentaven la seva inquietud.En: The gray clouds and news of a snowstorm in the hills of Catalunya increased his unease.Ca: Va començar a caminar per l'estació per calmar-se.En: He started to walk around the station to calm himself.Ca: Pensava en tornar a casa, però el desig de veure el festival el retenia.En: He thought about returning home, but the desire to see the festival held him back.Ca: Al voltant, els cartells del Sant Antoni mostraven imatges de cavalls, focs i processons.En: Around him, the Sant Antoni posters displayed images of horses, fires, and processions.Ca: Una veu dolça va interrompre els seus pensaments.En: A sweet voice interrupted his thoughts.Ca: —Ei, tu!En: "Hey, you!Ca: També esperes anar a Sitges?En: Are you also waiting to go to Sitges?"Ca: —era la Marina, una noia amb somriure càlid.En: It was Marina, a girl with a warm smile.Ca: Al seu costat, en Jordi, amb un barret de llana, l'observava amb curiositat.En: Beside her, Jordi, with a wool hat, watched him with curiosity.Ca: —Sí, estic esperant.En: "Yes, I'm waiting.Ca: Però sembla que no arribarem avui —va respondre en Pere amb resignació.En: But it seems we won't get there today," Pere responded with resignation.Ca: —No et preocupis.En: "Don't worry.Ca: La nostra família té un restaurant a prop.En: Our family has a restaurant nearby.Ca: Celebrarem el Sant Antoni aquí.En: We will celebrate Sant Antoni here.Ca: Pots unir-te a nosaltres, si vols —va oferir la Marina.En: You can join us if you want," offered Marina.Ca: El Pere es va sorprendre, però l'oferta sonava temptadora.En: Pere was surprised, but the offer sounded tempting.Ca: Una opció per viure una experiència autèntica de festa sense esperar el tren.En: An option to experience an authentic celebration without waiting for the train.Ca: Va acceptar, agraint la invitació amb un somriure tímid.En: He accepted, thanking the invitation with a shy smile.Ca: Al restaurant de la família, els preparatius de la festa eren evidents.En: At the family's restaurant, the preparations for the festival were evident.Ca: L'olor de calçots i carn a la brasa el va captivar immediatament.En: The smell of calçots and grilled meat captivated him immediately.Ca: La calidesa de la llenya cremada i les rialles dels convidats contrastaven amb el fred exterior.En: The warmth of burning wood and the laughter of guests contrasted with the cold outside.Ca: En Jordi li va oferir una copa de vi negre mentre li explicava la tradició del Sant Antoni.En: Jordi offered him a glass of red wine while explaining the tradition of Sant Antoni.Ca: La música i les històries animoses omplien l'espai, i el Pere va començar a sentir-se part d'aquell món.En: Music and lively stories filled the space, and Pere began to feel part of that world.Ca: Durant la festa, va parlar amb gent que li va compartir els seus relats plens de vida.En: During the festival, he spoke with people who shared their life-filled stories with him.Ca: Va veure rostres radiants al voltant de la taula, i la seva imaginació es va encendre amb noves visions.En: He saw radiant faces around the table, and his imagination ignited with new visions.Ca: Veia inspiració en cada mirada i gest.En: He found inspiration in every look and gesture.Ca: Al final del dia, en Pere va comprendre que havia trobat el que buscava.En: At the end of the day, Pere realized that he had found what he was looking for.Ca: L'inspiració no sempre es troba en llocs llunyans o esdeveniments famosos.En: Inspiration isn't always found in distant places or famous events.Ca: Sovint, apareix en els moments senzills i les persones que t'envolten.En: Often, it appears in simple moments and the people around you.Ca: Va anar-se'n amb el cor plenament satisfet i noves idees per a les seves pintures.En: He left with a heart fully satisfied and new ideas for his paintings.Ca: Aquella experiència li va donar confiança.En: That experience gave him confidence.Ca: Ara sap que l'art pot néixer de petites celebracions genuïnes.En: Now he knows that art can be born from small genuine celebrations.Ca: Amb un últim cop d'ull a la festa, va donar les gràcies a la Marina i en Jordi, sabent que aquell cap de setmana imprevist havia canviat el seu destí artístic.En: With one last look at the festival, he thanked Marina and Jordi, knowing that this unexpected weekend had changed his artistic destiny. Vocabulary Words:the festival: el festivalthe cold: el fredthe inspiration: la inspiracióthe delay: el retardthe passengers: els passatgersthe murmurs: els murmuristhe discontent: el descontentamentthe chestnuts: les castanyesthe bird: l'ocellthe cage: la gàbiathe watch: el rellotgethe clouds: els núvolsthe snowstorm: la tempesta de neuthe hills: els turonsthe unease: la inquietudthe statues: els cartellsthe horses: els cavallsthe fires: els focsthe processions: les processonsthe sweetness: la dolcesathe wool hat: el barret de llanathe restaurant: el restaurantthe invitation: la invitacióthe calçots: els calçotsthe meat: la carnthe warmth: la calidesathe wood: la llenyathe laughter: les riallesthe space: l'espaithe traditions: les tradicions

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Healing Hearts: Finding Strength After a Family Split Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-08-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Astrid stod ved vinduet i klasselokalet på Skolen ved Sundet.En: Astrid stood by the window in the classroom at Skolen ved Sundet.Da: Vinterens kolde vind slog mod ruden.En: The cold winter wind beat against the pane.Da: Hun trak sin sweater tættere om sig og sukkede tungt.En: She pulled her sweater closer around her and sighed heavily.Da: Siden hendes forældres skilsmisse var alting ændret.En: Since her parents' divorce, everything had changed.Da: Hjemme var der konstant stilhed.En: At home, there was constant silence.Da: Det var svært at vænne sig til.En: It was hard to get used to.Da: "Hey, Astrid!"En: "Hey, Astrid!"Da: kaldte Kasper, der kom hen til hende med et varmt smil.En: called Kasper, who came over to her with a warm smile.Da: Han havde altid et godt humør.En: He was always in a good mood.Da: Astrid tvang et smil frem.En: Astrid forced a smile.Da: "Hej Kasper," svarede hun.En: "Hi Kasper," she replied.Da: Han var hendes bedste ven og en lysende stjerne i den grå hverdag.En: He was her best friend and a shining star in the gray everyday life.Da: I klassen sad de side om side.En: In class, they sat side by side.Da: Astrid forsøgte at koncentrere sig om matematikken, men hendes tanker fløj væk.En: Astrid tried to concentrate on math, but her thoughts wandered away.Da: Hun tænkte på sine forældre, som boede hver for sig nu.En: She thought about her parents, who now lived separately.Da: Det var så underligt.En: It was so strange.Da: Hun følte sig splittet mellem dem.En: She felt torn between them.Da: Efter skolen gik Kasper ved hendes side gennem sneen.En: After school, Kasper walked by her side through the snow.Da: "Du virker fjern, Astrid.En: "You seem distant, Astrid.Da: Er alt okay?"En: Is everything okay?"Da: spurgte han forsigtigt.En: he asked gently.Da: Hun nikkede hurtigt, men hun kunne ikke skjule sin uro.En: She nodded quickly, but she couldn't hide her unease.Da: En dag brast dammen.En: One day the dam broke.Da: Kasper havde lavet en lille joke for at opmuntre hende, men Astrid kunne ikke lade være med at råbe: "Kan du ikke bare lade mig være?!"En: Kasper had made a little joke to cheer her up, but Astrid couldn't help but shout, "Can't you just leave me alone?!"Da: Stilheden efter hendes udbrud var iskold som vintervejret.En: The silence after her outburst was as icy as the winter weather.Da: Kasper så chokeret ud.En: Kasper looked shocked.Da: Han gik væk uden et ord.En: He walked away without a word.Da: Astrid følte straks skyld og skam.En: Astrid immediately felt guilt and shame.Da: Hjemme sad hun alene i sit værelse.En: At home, she sat alone in her room.Da: Tårerne løb ned ad hendes kinder.En: Tears ran down her cheeks.Da: Hvorfor havde hun skubbet Kasper væk?En: Why had she pushed Kasper away?Da: Hun tog sin telefon, men tøvede.En: She took her phone but hesitated.Da: Stormen udenfor matchede hendes følelser indeni.En: The storm outside matched her feelings inside.Da: Dagen efter i skolen kiggede Astrid efter Kasper.En: The next day at school, Astrid looked for Kasper.Da: Hun så ham stå med et par venner.En: She saw him standing with a few friends.Da: Modigt gik hun hen og trak ham til side.En: Bravely, she went over and pulled him aside.Da: "Kasper, jeg er virkelig ked af det," mumlede hun og så ned i sneen.En: "Kasper, I'm really sorry," she mumbled, looking down at the snow.Da: Kasper tøvede et øjeblik, men så lagde han armen om hende.En: Kasper hesitated for a moment, but then he put his arm around her.Da: "Det er okay, Astrid.En: "It's okay, Astrid.Da: Jeg er her.En: I'm here.Da: Altid."En: Always."Da: De gik en tur sammen, mens de talte om alting.En: They took a walk together, talking about everything.Da: Astrid fortalte, hvordan skilsmissen havde påvirket hende.En: Astrid shared how the divorce had affected her.Da: Kasper lyttede tålmodigt.En: Kasper listened patiently.Da: Han var en klippe, stabil og stærk.En: He was a rock, stable and strong.Da: Astrid følte en tung byrde lette fra sine skuldre.En: Astrid felt a heavy burden lift from her shoulders.Da: Da de nåede tilbage til skolen, var himlen lysere.En: When they got back to the school, the sky was brighter.Da: Astrid følte sig friere.En: Astrid felt freer.Da: Hun vidste, at hun ikke behøvede at klare alting alene.En: She knew she didn't have to handle everything alone.Da: Kasper ville altid være der for hende.En: Kasper would always be there for her.Da: Og med tidens hjælp ville hun også finde fred med den nye familiesituation.En: And with time's help, she would also find peace with the new family situation.Da: Vinteren var hård, men som altid ville foråret komme.En: Winter was harsh, but as always, spring would come.Da: Og som sneen langsomt smelter, ville også hendes smerte fortage sig.En: And as the snow slowly melts, so would her pain fade away.Da: I skolen ved Sundet fandt Astrid sin styrke igen - i venskabet og i sig selv.En: At the school by the Sundet, Astrid found her strength again—in friendship and in herself. Vocabulary Words:pane: rudensigh: suksweater: sweaterdivorce: skilsmisseconstant: konstantsilence: stilhedsmile: smilforce: tvangshining: lysendeconcentrate: koncentrerewander: fløjstrange: underligttorn: splittetshout: råbeoutburst: udbrudicy: iskoldguilt: skyldshame: skamhesitate: tøvedestorm: stormenbrightly: lysereburden: byrdeshoulders: skuldrefade: fortage sigmelt: smeltestrength: styrkefriendship: venskabhandle: klarecheeks: kinderbravely: modigt

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Winter Triumph: Elsa's Journey to Leadership and Trust Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-12-26-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Under en klar och kall vinterhimmel, omgiven av snötäckta granar, samlades en grupp unga idrottare vid träningslägret.En: Under a clear and cold winter sky, surrounded by snow-covered fir trees, a group of young athletes gathered at the training camp.Sv: Elsa drog upp dragkedjan på sin jacka och kände det isiga vintervindarna som snärtade mot hennes kinder.En: Elsa zipped up her jacket and felt the icy winter winds snapping against her cheeks.Sv: Trots den kyliga luften kände hon en brinnande hetta inombords.En: Despite the chilly air, she felt a burning heat inside.Sv: Hon hade mycket att bevisa för sig själv och för sitt lag.En: She had a lot to prove to herself and her team.Sv: Det var dagen efter jul, och team-building-övningen skulle börja.En: It was the day after Christmas, and the team-building exercise was about to begin.Sv: Elsa visste att detta var chansen hon hade väntat på.En: Elsa knew this was the chance she had been waiting for.Sv: Hon ville visa sin styrka och beslutsamhet, inte bara som en löpare utan också som en ledare.En: She wanted to show her strength and determination, not just as a runner but also as a leader.Sv: Oskar, lagets sprinter, sneglade skeptiskt på Elsa.En: Oskar, the team's sprinter, glanced skeptically at Elsa.Sv: Han hade alltid ifrågasatt hennes ledarskapsförmågor.En: He had always questioned her leadership abilities.Sv: Elsa behövde tänka snabbt.En: Elsa needed to think quickly.Sv: Strax bredvid stod Liam, en tyst kille med stort hjärta men som sällan tog intiativ.En: Right next to her stood Liam, a quiet guy with a big heart but who seldom took initiative.Sv: Tränaren förklarade dagens uppgift: att navigera en serie hinder i skogen och samla upp flaggor.En: The coach explained the day's task: to navigate a series of obstacles in the forest and collect flags.Sv: Gruppen skulle behöva arbeta tillsammans för att nå målet.En: The group would need to work together to reach the goal.Sv: Elsa kände nervositeten öka, men istället för att tveka, valde hon att byta taktik.En: Elsa felt the nervousness rising, but instead of hesitating, she chose to change tactics.Sv: "Hej, Liam," sa Elsa plötsligt.En: "Hey, Liam," Elsa said suddenly.Sv: "Du är bra på orientering, eller hur?En: "You're good at orienteering, right?Sv: Kan du leda oss genom skogen?"En: Can you lead us through the forest?"Sv: Liam tittade förvånat men nickade med ett blygt leende.En: Liam looked surprised but nodded with a shy smile.Sv: "Och Oskar, du är snabb!En: "And Oskar, you're fast!Sv: Du får samla så många flaggor som möjligt."En: You should collect as many flags as possible."Sv: Oskar såg förvånad ut över Elsas förslag men kunde inte förneka logiken.En: Oskar looked surprised by Elsa's suggestion but couldn't deny the logic.Sv: Elsa skapade en ny dynamik i gruppen.En: Elsa created a new dynamic in the group.Sv: Hon drog nytta av var och ens styrkor och uppmuntrade dem till att samarbeta.En: She took advantage of everyone's strengths and encouraged them to cooperate.Sv: Med Liam i täten bar det av in bland träden.En: With Liam in the lead, they headed into the trees.Sv: Hans noggranna öga ledde dem säkert genom det snötäckta landskapet, medan Oskar med sin snabbhet lyckades samla fler flaggor än någon tidigare gjort.En: His keen eye guided them safely through the snow-covered landscape, while Oskar, with his speed, managed to collect more flags than anyone had ever done before.Sv: Efter en intensiv timme stod Elsa och hennes lag vid målet, andfådda men fyllda av stolthet.En: After an intense hour, Elsa and her team stood at the finish line, breathless but filled with pride.Sv: De hade lyckats, överträffat alla förväntningar.En: They had succeeded, exceeding all expectations.Sv: Tränaren klappade Elsa på axeln med ett uppskattande leende.En: The coach patted Elsa on the shoulder with an appreciative smile.Sv: "Bra jobbat, Elsa.En: "Well done, Elsa.Sv: Det var utmärkt ledarskap," sa hon.En: That was excellent leadership," she said.Sv: Elsa kände värmen av deras framgång, men ännu viktigare, erkännandet från sina lagkamrater och coach.En: Elsa felt the warmth of their success, but more importantly, the recognition from her teammates and coach.Sv: Elsa visste nu att hon inte behövde kämpa ensam.En: Elsa now knew that she didn't have to fight alone.Sv: Tillsammans kunde de nå nya höjder.En: Together they could reach new heights.Sv: Hon hade funnit sitt självförtroende och lärde sig att äkta ledarskap handlar om att lita på varandra, och att se styrkan i varje individ.En: She had found her confidence and learned that true leadership is about trusting one another and seeing the strength in every individual.Sv: Vintersolen sänkte sig över horisonten medan Elsa log för sig själv.En: The winter sun set over the horizon as Elsa smiled to herself.Sv: Hon hade inte bara vunnit dagens utmaning; hon hade vunnit något mycket större—respekten och tilliten från hennes vänner.En: She hadn't just won the day's challenge; she had won something much greater—the respect and trust of her friends. Vocabulary Words:surrounded: omgivenathletes: idrottaresnapping: snärtadechilly: kyligateam-building: team-buildingdetermination: beslutsamhetskeptically: skeptisktinitiative: initiativnavigate: navigeraobstacles: hinderhesitating: tvekaorienteering: orienteringsuggestion: förslagadvantage: nyttadynamic: dynamikkeen: noggrannalandscape: landskapetintense: intensivrecognition: erkännandeconfidence: självförtroendehorizon: horisontenchallenge: utmaningrespect: respektentrust: tillitenexercise: övningenstrength: styrkaprove: bevisabreathtaking: andfåddaapproach: taktensuggestion: förslag

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Love and Laughter under Moonlit Ice: A Christmas Betwixt Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-12-24-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De ijskristallen fonkelen in het maanlicht terwijl zachte kerstklokken door de lucht zweven.En: The ice crystals sparkle in the moonlight while gentle Christmas bells float through the air.Nl: De schaatsbaan, omgeven door eeuwenoude ruïnes, biedt een magisch decor voor de kerstviering van het dorp.En: The skating rink, surrounded by ancient ruins, provides a magical setting for the village's Christmas celebration.Nl: Kinderen lachen, volwassenen praten, en iedereen geniet van de feestelijke avond.En: Children laugh, adults chat, and everyone enjoys the festive evening.Nl: Bram staat aan de rand van de baan.En: Bram stands at the edge of the rink.Nl: Hij kijkt naar de schaatsers met een mix van bewondering en angst.En: He looks at the skaters with a mix of admiration and fear.Nl: Hij wil deel uitmaken van de vreugdevolle chaos, maar zijn voeten voelen als lood.En: He wants to be part of the joyful chaos, but his feet feel like lead.Nl: "Wat als ik val?"En: "What if I fall?"Nl: denkt hij bij zichzelf.En: he thinks to himself.Nl: Sanne, met haar warme, vriendelijke glimlach, ziet hem en besluit dat vanavond de avond is om haar kans te wagen.En: Sanne, with her warm, friendly smile, sees him and decides that tonight is the night to take her chance.Nl: "Hee, Bram!"En: "Hey, Bram!"Nl: roept ze vrolijk terwijl ze naar hem toe glijdt.En: she calls cheerfully as she glides over to him.Nl: "Kom je de baan op?"En: "Are you coming onto the rink?"Nl: Haar ogen stralen, en Bram voelt zijn wangen rood worden.En: Her eyes shine, and Bram feels his cheeks turn red.Nl: "Ik weet niet of dat een goed idee is," mompelt hij, terwijl hij naar zijn versleten schoenen kijkt.En: "I'm not sure that's a good idea," he mumbles, looking down at his worn-out shoes.Nl: Ondertussen trekt Joris, de beste schaatser van het dorp, de aandacht met indrukwekkende pirouettes en sprongen.En: Meanwhile, Joris, the best skater in the village, draws attention with impressive pirouettes and jumps.Nl: Iedereen klapt en juicht, maar Joris merkt Bram aan de kant.En: Everyone claps and cheers, but Joris notices Bram on the side.Nl: Met een knipoog richt hij zich tot hem.En: With a wink, he directs himself to him.Nl: "Kom op, Bram!En: "Come on, Bram!Nl: Doe mee!"En: Join in!"Nl: zegt Joris uitdagend.En: says Joris challengingly.Nl: Bram aarzelt.En: Bram hesitates.Nl: Hij wil niet afgaan, maar de aanmoedigingen maken dat zijn hart sneller klopt.En: He doesn't want to mess up, but the encouragement makes his heart race.Nl: Sanne legt haar hand op zijn arm.En: Sanne places her hand on his arm.Nl: "Ik ben hier om je te helpen," glimlacht ze oprecht.En: "I'm here to help you," she smiles sincerely.Nl: "We kunnen samen schaatsen."En: "We can skate together."Nl: Dit is het moment van de waarheid.En: This is the moment of truth.Nl: Bram verzamelt zijn moed en knikt.En: Bram gathers his courage and nods.Nl: Langzaam schuifelt hij met Sanne de baan op.En: Slowly, he shuffles onto the rink with Sanne.Nl: De kou prikt in zijn wangen, maar haar zachtheid sterkt hem.En: The cold nips at his cheeks, but her gentleness strengthens him.Nl: Samen glijden ze over het ijs, stap voor stap, terwijl de ruïnes boven hen de tijdloze schoonheid van de avond versterken.En: Together, they glide over the ice, step by step, while the ruins above them enhance the timeless beauty of the evening.Nl: Even verderop start Joris een nieuwe set met gewaagde moves.En: A bit further away, Joris begins a new set with daring moves.Nl: Hij geniet totdat hij zijn evenwicht verliest en bijna valt.En: He enjoys himself until he loses his balance and almost falls.Nl: Er klinkt een gesmoord gelach en opluchting wanneer hij zich herstelt.En: There is stifled laughter and relief when he recovers.Nl: Deze hachelijke situatie zorgt voor een moment van gezamenlijke schok, en daarna breekt er gejuich los.En: This precarious situation creates a moment of shared shock, and then applause breaks out.Nl: Bram, inmiddels wat zelfverzekerder, lacht luidop.En: Bram, now a bit more confident, laughs out loud.Nl: Er ontstaat een nieuwe dynamiek tussen de drie.En: A new dynamic emerges between the three.Nl: Joris, die inziet dat zijn competitiespel een beetje te veel was, komt naar hen toe en biedt zijn hand.En: Joris, realizing his competitive play was a bit much, comes over to them and offers his hand.Nl: "Zullen we het samen proberen?"En: "Shall we try together?"Nl: vraagt hij vriendelijkheid in zijn stem.En: he asks with kindness in his voice.Nl: Bram glimlacht en accepteert de uitnodiging.En: Bram smiles and accepts the invitation.Nl: Sanne ziet haar kans en nodigt hen uit om samen een rondje te maken.En: Sanne seizes her opportunity and invites them to take a lap together.Nl: Terwijl ze met zijn drieën glijden, genieten ze van de kameraadschap die meer voldoening geeft dan welke individuele prestatie dan ook.En: As they glide as a trio, they enjoy the camaraderie that provides more satisfaction than any individual achievement.Nl: De avond eindigt met warme chocolademelk en koekjes.En: The evening ends with hot chocolate and cookies.Nl: Bram, die zijn aanvankelijke angst heeft overwonnen, deelt verhalen met zijn nieuwe vrienden.En: Bram, having overcome his initial fear, shares stories with his new friends.Nl: Sanne voelt zich dichterbij hem dan ooit en is blij dat haar inspanningen vrucht hebben gedragen.En: Sanne feels closer to him than ever and is glad that her efforts have paid off.Nl: Joris voegt zich bij de groep met een ontspannen glimlach, tevreden met de nieuwe vriendschap die voor hem belangrijker is dan persoonlijk aanzien.En: Joris joins the group with a relaxed smile, pleased with the new friendship that is more important to him than personal prestige.Nl: Samen lachen ze nog na over de avonturen op het ijs, onder de betoverende sterrenhemel van hun kleine, hechte dorp.En: Together, they continue to laugh about the adventures on the ice, under the enchanting starry sky of their small, close-knit village. Vocabulary Words:crystals: ijskristallensparkle: fonkelenancient: eeuwenouderuins: ruïnesadmiration: bewonderinglead: loodmumbles: mompeltworn-out: versletenpirouettes: pirouettesattention: aandachtwinks: knipoogchallengingly: uitdagendhesitates: aarzeltencouragement: aanmoedigingensincerely: oprechttruth: waarheidgathers: verzameltcourage: moedshuffles: schuifeltgentleness: zachtheidstrengthens: sterktdaring: gewaagdebalance: evenwichtstifled: gesmoordprecarious: hachelijkecamaraderie: kameraadschapsatisfaction: voldoeningendeavors: inspanningenenchanted: betoverendeprestige: aanzien

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Unlocking Family Secrets: A Hanukkah Tale of Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-13-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: בערב חורפי קר של חג החנוכה, הבית של משפחת כהן היה מואר באור חם של נרות חנוכייה.En: On a cold winter evening of the Hanukkah, the home of the Cohen family was lit with the warm glow of chanukiah candles.He: הריח של לביבות ותפוחי אדמה היה באוויר, וצלילים של ויכוחים קלילים נשמעו מכל פינה.En: The smell of latkes and potatoes filled the air, and the sound of light-hearted disagreements could be heard from every corner.He: נעם, שירה ואיתן התכוננו לשבת ליד השולחן המלא כל טוב, אבל משהו מוזר תפס את תשומת לבם.En: Noam, Shira, and Eitan prepared to sit at the table laden with treats, but something strange caught their attention.He: בתוך תיבת ירושה ישנה ממשפחתם, גילה נעם פתק קטן ומקופל.En: Inside an old family heirloom box, Noam discovered a small, folded note.He: הפתק היה חבוי בתוך מגירה עתיקה, משהו שלא נגעו בו שנים רבות.En: The note was hidden in an ancient drawer, untouched for many years.He: הוא פתח את הפתק בעדינות, וראו שעליו כתובות מילים מסתוריות: "האמת חבויה עמוק בהיסטוריה שלנו.En: He gently opened the note and saw mysterious words written on it: "The truth is hidden deep in our history."He: "נעם, הבן האמצעי, חש בלבול וגם קצת חרדה.En: Noam, the middle child, felt confused and a bit anxious.He: הוא תמיד הרגיש נשאב למאבקים בין אחותו הגדולה, שירה, לאחיו הקטן, איתן.En: He had always felt pulled into the struggles between his older sister, Shira, and his younger brother, Eitan.He: הוא קיווה למצוא שקט והרמוניה, במיוחד במהלך החגיגה המשפחתית החשובה הזו.En: He hoped to find peace and harmony, especially during this important family celebration.He: "היי, שירה, איתן, תראו מה מצאתי," אמר נעם, כשקולו מעט רועד.En: "Hey, Shira, Eitan, look what I found," said Noam, his voice slightly trembling.He: שירה, שתמיד נטתה לקחת פיקוד נהייתה דרוכה.En: Shira, who always tended to take charge, became alert.He: "מה זה יכול להיות?En: "What could it be?"He: " שאלה בספקנות, מנסה להסתיר את חוסר הביטחון שחשפה רק לעצמה.En: she asked skeptically, trying to hide the insecurity she revealed only to herself.He: איתן, הצעיר שתמיד אהב תעלומות, היה נלהב לפתור את חידה.En: Eitan, the youngest who always loved mysteries, was eager to solve the puzzle.He: "זה בטח סוד משפחתי!En: "It must be a family secret!He: אנחנו נפתור את זה כמו בבלש!En: We'll solve it like detectives!"He: "הם עיינו יחד בפתק, ניסו לפענח את משמעותו.En: They examined the note together, trying to decipher its meaning.He: שירה הציעה לחפש במכתבים ישנים נוספים, ואיתן חיפש רמזים בחפצים המשפחתיים ששמרו בארון.En: Shira suggested looking through more old letters, and Eitan searched for clues among the family items stored in the cabinet.He: אבל נעם הרגיש שכדי לפתור את התעלומה הזו, הם יצטרכו לבקש עזרה מהיחידים שיכולים לדעת את הסיפור המלא - הוריהם.En: But Noam felt that to solve this mystery, they would need to ask for help from the only ones who might know the full story—their parents.He: בזמן הדלקת הנרות, האווירה הייתה נינוחה.En: During the candle lighting, the atmosphere was relaxed.He: אבל נעם שלף את הפתק ושיתף את הוריהם בתגלית.En: But Noam pulled out the note and shared his discovery with their parents.He: "אמבטיהרית, למה מסתתר הפתק הזה בתיבה הישנה?En: "Bathrate, why is this note hidden in the old box?"He: " שאל נעם, קולו חד וברור כעת.En: asked Noam, his voice now sharp and clear.He: ההורים הביטו זה בזה, וכמעט שראו את ההיסטוריה שביניהם משתקפת.En: The parents looked at each other, almost as if they could see the history reflected between them.He: לבסוף, ברעם קולה, אמר אביהם: "זה סוד שאנחנו שמרנו ברקע שנים רבות.En: Finally, in a booming voice, their father said: "It's a secret we've kept in the background for many years.He: הפתק מדבר על תקופה קשה שעברה על המשפחה שלנו, אבל מעולם לא הייתה לזה השפעה על הקשרים שלנו כאן ועכשיו.En: The note refers to a difficult time our family went through, but it never affected our connections here and now."He: " הם סיפרו סיפור על סב ומורשת שהשתנו, אך לא נגעו באהבתם הנוכחית.En: They shared a story about a grandfather and a heritage that changed, but it did not touch their current love.He: הגילוי פתח את הלב של כל בני המשפחה.En: The revelation opened the hearts of the whole family.He: נעם הרגיש לראשונה מחובר וברור בתפקידו כמתווך.En: Noam felt for the first time connected and clear in his role as a mediator.He: שירה ואיתן כיבדו ונתחברו לרגע הכנות.En: Shira and Eitan respected and connected to the moment of honesty.He: במשפחה כהן, הנרות דלקו עוד יותר בהיר, והמשפחה הרוויחה מכל זה חיבור חדש וגם משמעות חדשה לחג החנוכה.En: In the Cohen family, the candles burned even brighter, and the family gained from it a new connection and a new meaning for Hanukkah.He: כשנרות החנוכה התכהו והשתיקו, הם ידעו שמצאו את ההרמוניה שחיפשו.En: As the Hanukkah candles dimmed and fell silent, they knew they had found the harmony they were seeking.He: הקשרים שלהם התחזקו, ונעם הרגיש את השינוי המרגיע שחיפש כל הזמן.En: Their bonds strengthened, and Noam felt the calming change he had been searching for all along. Vocabulary Words:heirloom: ירושהladen: מלאtrebling: רועדalert: דרוכהskeptically: בפקפוקmediator: מתווךcabinet: ארוןrevelation: גילויbooming: רעםsolve: לפתורenigmatic: מסתוריinconsistency: חוסר עקביותunveiled: נחשףheritage: מורשתancient: עתיקdecipher: לפענחconcealed: חבויexamine: להיבחןintrigued: מסוקרןclue: רמזuntouched: לא נגועharmony: הרמוניהagreement: הסכמהtremendous: עצוםinsecurity: חוסר ביטחוןbrighter: בהיר יותרconnection: חיבורpulled: נשאבendeavor: מאמץunravel: לפרוםBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: A Surprise Christmas Adventure at the City Aquarium Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-12-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il Natale era magico all'acquario della città.En: Christmas was magical at the acquario della città.It: Le luci brillavano come stelle nel cielo nero e le decorazioni natalizie rendevano l'ambiente ancora più incantato.En: The lights shone like stars in the black sky, and the Christmas decorations made the environment even more enchanting.It: Luca, Giulia e Marco erano emozionati per la loro visita speciale.En: Luca, Giulia, and Marco were excited about their special visit.It: Luca aveva pianificato tutto nei minimi dettagli.En: Luca had planned everything down to the smallest detail.It: Voleva che Giulia, con il suo spirito avventuroso, fosse colpita dalla precisione e dall'organizzazione di lui.En: He wanted Giulia, with her adventurous spirit, to be impressed by his precision and organization.It: "Guardate quelle luci!"En: "Look at those lights!"It: esclamò Giulia, sempre pronta a nuove esperienze.En: exclaimed Giulia, always ready for new experiences.It: Marco annuì, rilassato come sempre, godendosi l'atmosfera.En: Marco nodded, relaxed as always, enjoying the atmosphere.It: "Andiamo a vedere i pinguini!"En: "Let's go see the penguins!"It: disse Luca con entusiasmo.En: said Luca with enthusiasm.It: Ma il destino aveva altri piani.En: But fate had other plans.It: Camminando tra gli splendidi corridoi illuminati, un cartello li attirò: "Riservato – Non entrare."En: Walking through the splendid illuminated corridors, a sign caught their attention: "Reserved – Do not enter."It: Giulia sorrise misteriosamente.En: Giulia smiled mysteriously.It: "Chissà cosa c'è lì dentro?"En: "Who knows what's in there?"It: propose curiosa.En: she wondered curiously.It: Luca esitò ma infine cedette.En: Luca hesitated but finally gave in.It: "Sarà solo per un attimo," disse Marco, tranquillizzando tutti.En: "It will only be for a moment," said Marco, soothing everyone.It: Al loro ingresso, la porta si chiuse con un clic assordante.En: As they entered, the door closed with an ear-splitting click.It: Erano in uno sgabuzzino, pieno di forniture di pulizia e decorazioni natalizie avanzate.En: They were in a storage room, full of cleaning supplies and leftover Christmas decorations.It: Luca, normalmente così composto, iniziò a preoccuparsi.En: Luca, normally so composed, began to worry.It: "E ora cosa facciamo?"En: "And now what do we do?"It: chiese, guardando attorno al piccolo spazio.En: he asked, looking around the small space.It: Giulia non si fece spaventare.En: Giulia was not scared.It: "Ragazzi, non vi preoccupate.En: "Guys, don't worry.It: È solo un'altra avventura," disse ridendo.En: It's just another adventure," she said, laughing.It: Iniziò a raccontare storie divertenti per sollevare il morale.En: She began to tell funny stories to lift the mood.It: Marco, sempre rilassato, si unì alle risate.En: Marco, always relaxed, joined in the laughter.It: Luca, determinato a salvare la giornata, iniziò a cercare una soluzione.En: Luca, determined to save the day, started looking for a way out.It: Tese l'orecchio per ascoltare i suoni dall'esterno.En: He strained his ears to listen for sounds from outside.It: Dopo quello che sembrava un'eternità, sentirono una guida turistica dall'altro lato.En: After what felt like an eternity, they heard a tour guide on the other side.It: "Ehi!En: "Hey!It: Aiuto!"En: Help!"It: gridò Luca, colpendo la porta.En: shouted Luca, pounding on the door.It: La guida li sentì e presto aprì la porta, permettendo ai tre amici di uscire.En: The guide heard them and soon opened the door, allowing the three friends to get out.It: Anche se avevano perso la maggior parte dell'evento, arrivarono giusto in tempo per vedere la cerimonia finale con le straordinarie meduse illuminate.En: Even though they had missed most of the event, they arrived just in time to see the final ceremony with the extraordinary illuminated jellyfish.It: Uscendo, Luca aveva un sorriso sul volto.En: As they left, Luca had a smile on his face.It: Aveva compreso che, a volte, è bello lasciarsi sorprendere dalle cose non pianificate.En: He realized that sometimes it's nice to be surprised by unplanned things.It: Giulia, Marco e Luca si fermarono ad ammirare la magia del Natale, insieme, come amici.En: Giulia, Marco, and Luca paused to admire the magic of Natale, together, as friends.It: E così, anche se era diverso da quello che avevano immaginato, il loro Natale all'acquario si rivelò un'esperienza indimenticabile.En: And so, even though it was different from what they had imagined, their Natale at the aquarium turned out to be an unforgettable experience. Vocabulary Words:storage room: lo sgabuzzinotour guide: la guida turisticaceremony: la cerimoniaadventure: l'avventuraeternity: l'eternitàprecision: la precisioneorganization: l'organizzazionemagical: magicoenchanting: incantatoto surprise: sorprenderecorridor: il corridoioextraordinary: straordinarioillumination: l'illuminazionespirit: lo spiritoplan: il pianodestiny: il destinosupply: la forniturato strain: tendereenvironment: l'ambientesign: il cartelloclick: il clicto hesitate: esitaremood: il moraledecorations: le decorazionileftover: avanzatocomposed: compostosupply room: sgabuzzinomoment: attimosmile: il sorrisoto allow: permettere

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Penguin Pranks and Holiday Heart: A Christmas Aquarium Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-12-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の風が冷たいクリスマスの朝、晴人、舞、そして健太は、きらきら輝くクリスマスライトで飾られた水族館を訪れました。En: On a cold wintery Christmas morning, Haruto, Mai, and Kenta visited an aquarium adorned with sparkling Christmas lights.Ja: 晴人はちょっと内気で、大胆な舞に密かな想いを寄せていました。彼女を驚かせ、自分の気持ちを少しでも伝えたいと考えていました。En: Haruto, a bit shy, secretly harbored feelings for the bold Mai and wanted to surprise her and convey his feelings just a little.Ja: 水族館の中はとても賑やかで、人々の笑い声と水槽の中の海の生き物たちの動きが混ざり合っていました。En: Inside the aquarium, it was bustling, with the laughter of people mixing with the movements of the sea creatures in the tanks.Ja: ペンギンのエリアに来ると、健太は悪戯好きの笑みを浮かべました。En: When they came to the penguin area, Kenta showed a mischievous grin.Ja: 彼はいつも面白いジョークを考えるのが好きでした。En: He always loved coming up with funny jokes.Ja: 「晴人、ペンギンと写真を撮ってみる？」と健太は提案しました。En: "Haruto, want to take a picture with the penguins?" Kenta suggested.Ja: 舞も「そうだね！きっと面白い写真が撮れるよ！」と賛成しました。En: Mai agreed, saying, "Yeah! We could definitely get a funny picture!"Ja: 晴人は少し緊張していましたが、意を決してペンギンの囲いの中に入りました。En: Though a bit nervous, Haruto gathered his courage and entered the penguin enclosure.Ja: ところが、突然ドアが閉まってしまい、晴人は中に閉じ込められてしまいました。健太の悪戯でした。En: However, suddenly the door closed, and Haruto found himself trapped inside. It was Kenta's prank.Ja: 「おーい！」晴人は慌てて叫びました。En: "Hey!" Haruto shouted in a panic.Ja: しかし、舞と健太は笑って外から見ていました。En: But Mai and Kenta laughed from outside.Ja: 最初、晴人は焦りました。En: At first, Haruto was flustered.Ja: 舞にかっこいいところを見せたかったのに、逆効果になってしまいました。En: He wanted to show off in front of Mai, but it backfired.Ja: 時間が経つにつれ、晴人は状況を楽しむことにしました。En: As time went on, Haruto decided to enjoy the situation.Ja: ペンギンたちに近づき、彼らに話しかけました。En: He approached the penguins and talked to them.Ja: 「まあ、君たちもいい友達だね。クリスマスだから、一緒に楽しもうか。」En: "Well, you guys are good friends too. It's Christmas, so let's have fun together."Ja: ペンギンたちは人懐っこくて、晴人の周りを歩きました。En: The penguins, being friendly, walked around Haruto.Ja: 晴人はスタッフとも軽く冗談を交わしながら、囲いの中の時間を過ごしました。En: He spent his time in the enclosure sharing light jokes with the staff.Ja: ついに、スタッフがドアを開けてくれました。En: Finally, the staff opened the door.Ja: 外では観客が鮮やかな拍手を送っていました。En: Outside, the audience gave a vibrant applause.Ja: 舞は笑って、「晴人くん、本当にすごい！君のユーモアのおかげで最高のクリスマスの思い出になったよ」と言いました。En: Mai laughed and said, "Haruto-kun, you're amazing! Thanks to your humor, this became the best Christmas memory."Ja: 晴人は赤くなりましたが、今度は自信を持って微笑みました。En: Haruto blushed but smiled confidently this time.Ja: 「ありがとう、これからもう少し自分らしくいくよ。その方が気楽だし、楽しいからね。」En: "Thank you, from now on I'll be a bit more myself. It's more relaxing and fun that way."Ja: この出来事を通じて、晴人は自分の独特さを受け入れること、そして素直でいることの大切さを学びました。En: Through this event, Haruto learned the importance of embracing his uniqueness and being genuine.Ja: 彼と舞は笑い合い、さらに友情を深めました。En: He and Mai laughed together, further deepening their friendship.Ja: クリスマスの水族館での一日は、彼らにとって忘れられない思い出となりました。En: The day at the Christmas aquarium became an unforgettable memory for them. Vocabulary Words:wintery: 冬のaquarium: 水族館adorned: 飾られたsparkling: きらきら輝くharbored: 寄せてconvey: 伝えたいbustling: 賑やかでcreatures: 生き物たちmischievous: 悪戯好きgrin: 笑みnervous: 緊張してcourage: 意を決してtrapped: 閉じ込められてpanic: 慌ててflustered: 焦りましたbackfired: 逆効果embracing: 受け入れるgenuine: 素直でvibrant: 鮮やかなapplause: 拍手enthusiasm: 情熱humor: ユーモアuniqueness: 独特さenclosure: 囲いapproached: 近づきましたpanorama: パノラマroam: 歩きましたfrivolous: 軽くdeepen: 深めましたunforgettable: 忘れられない

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Enchanting Encounters: An Aquarium Romance Unfolds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-12-12-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울 코엑스 아쿠아리움은 겨울의 차가운 바람도 막지 못할 만큼 활기가 넘쳤습니다.En: The Seoul COEX Aquarium was bustling with energy, so much that even the cold winter wind couldn't dampen it.Ko: 크리스마스가 다가와서 그런지 입구에는 반짝이는 트리와 장식들로 가득했습니다.En: With Christmas approaching, the entrance was adorned with sparkling trees and decorations.Ko: 고등학교 학생들이 붐비는 가운데, 지호는 조용히 수족관 앞에 서 있었습니다.En: Amidst the crowd of high school students, Jiho quietly stood in front of the aquarium.Ko: 그는 수면 아래의 아름다운 생물을 바라보며 마음의 안정을 찾았습니다.En: Watching the beautiful creatures beneath the water brought him peace of mind.Ko: 그의 꿈은 해양 생물학자가 되는 것이었고, 이곳은 그의 작은 천국이었습니다.En: His dream was to become a marine biologist, and this place was his little paradise.Ko: 지호는 이번 현장 학습이 특별했습니다.En: This field trip was special for Jiho.Ko: 그의 마음 한 켠에는 항상 있는 여학생이 있었습니다.En: In one corner of his heart, there was always a girl.Ko: 이름은 혜리였습니다.En: Her name was Hyeri.Ko: 혜리는 명랑하고 인기가 많았으며, 사람들과 쉽게 잘 지냈습니다.En: Hyeri was cheerful, popular, and got along well with others.Ko: 그녀는 특히 아트에 관심이 많았습니다.En: She was especially interested in art.Ko: 지호는 그녀의 미소를 바라보며, 자신감 없는 자신이 조금 부끄러웠습니다.En: Jiho felt a bit shy as he admired her smile, knowing his own lack of confidence.Ko: 학생들은 여러 해양 생물 전시관을 돌아다니며 즐거워했습니다.En: Students enjoyed wandering through various marine life exhibits.Ko: 하지만 지호는 조용히 혜리를 따라다니며 적절한 순간을 기다렸습니다.En: However, Jiho followed Hyeri quietly, waiting for the right moment.Ko: 그의 가슴은 쿵쾅거렸고, 혜리 옆에 서고 싶은 마음은 커져갔습니다.En: His heart was pounding, and his desire to stand beside Hyeri grew.Ko: 드디어 말할 기회가 왔습니다.En: Finally, his chance to speak came.Ko: 두 사람은 투명한 수면을 바라보며 시간을 보냈고, 지호는 입을 열었습니다.En: They spent some time looking at the transparent water, and Jiho opened his mouth.Ko: “저기... 저기 커다란 수족관 속에 있는 해파리들 봐!” 지호가 조심스럽게 말을 꺼냈습니다.En: "Hey... look at those jellyfish in the big tank!" Jiho cautiously started.Ko: 혜리는 아름답게 반짝이는 해파리들을 보며 고개를 끄덕였습니다.En: Hyeri nodded as she watched the beautifully glowing jellyfish.Ko: “와, 정말 신기해! 이렇게 다양한 색깔로 빛나다니.”En: "Wow, they're so fascinating! I can't believe they're glowing in such diverse colors."Ko: 지호는 다시 용기를 내서 말을 이어갔습니다.En: Jiho gathered his courage to continue.Ko: “이 해파리들은 빛을 만들어내기 위해 생물 발광을 사용해. 그 과정이 아름다워.” 혜리는 진심으로 감탄했고, 그의 말을 경청했습니다.En: "These jellyfish use bioluminescence to produce light. The process is beautiful." Hyeri was genuinely impressed and listened attentively.Ko: 조금씩 대화를 나누면서 그들은 서로에 대해 조금 더 알게 되었습니다.En: As they continued their conversation, they learned a bit more about each other.Ko: 혜리는 지호의 해양 생물 이야기가 흥미로웠고, 지호는 혜리의 예술적 관점이 매력적이라고 느꼈습니다.En: Hyeri found Jiho's stories about marine life intriguing, and Jiho felt captivated by Hyeri's artistic perspective.Ko: 마침내, 지호는 혜리 앞에서 자신감 있고 자연스럽게 그와 얘기할 수 있게 되었습니다.En: Eventually, Jiho was able to talk to her with confidence and ease.Ko: 그들은 모든 전시를 다 돌아보고 밖으로 나왔을 때, 지호는 뜨거운 코코아 한 잔을 권했습니다.En: After touring all the exhibits and stepping outside, Jiho offered a hot cup of cocoa.Ko: 혜리는 미소 지으며 “다음에는 같이 그림 그리러 가자. 수족관에서 보았던 해파리 그림을 그려보자!”라고 말했습니다.En: Smiling, Hyeri said, "Next time, let's go painting together. Let's try drawing the jellyfish we saw at the aquarium!"Ko: 지호는 마음이 따뜻해지면서 고개를 끄덕였습니다.En: Feeling warmed inside, Jiho nodded.Ko: 이젠 더 이상 혼자가 아니었습니다.En: He was no longer alone.Ko: 그의 열정은 나누고 싶은 가치가 되었고, 그는 더 이상 겨울의 차가움에 움츠러들 필요가 없었습니다.En: His passion had become a shared value, and he no longer had to shrink away from the cold of winter.Ko: 그날 이후, 지호와 혜리는 서로의 세계를 공유하며, 새로운 친구로서 서로를 알아갔습니다.En: From that day on, Jiho and Hyeri shared their worlds, getting to know each other as new friends.Ko: 두 사람의 우정은 코엑스 아쿠아리움에서 시작되어 긴 이야기를 만들어 나갔습니다.En: Their friendship, which began at COEX Aquarium, grew into a long-lasting story. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 활기가 넘치는dampen: 막다adorned: 장식된amidst: 가운데creatures: 생물intimidated: 부끄러워하다wandering: 돌아다니다pounding: 쿵쾅거리는cautiously: 조심스럽게fascinating: 신기한bioluminescence: 생물 발광captivated: 매료된perspective: 관점courage: 용기transparent: 투명한semester: 학기shrug: 글썽twinkling: 반짝이는awkward: 어색한implore: 간청하다harmony: 조화convey: 전달하다blush: 붉어지다genuine: 진심의tranquility: 안정commence: 시작하다solace: 위안enthusiasm: 열정gesture: 제스처dimensional: 차원의

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Aarav's Winter Bargain: Confidence Unearthed in Rajasthan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-12-02-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: राजस्थान की सर्दी।En: The winter of Rajasthan.Hi: अचानक सर्द हवा का झोंका आया और रंग-बिरंगे कपड़ों में लिपटे लोगों के बीच खुशबू भरा।En: Suddenly a cold gust of wind came and filled the air among the people wrapped in colorful clothes.Hi: आरव, एक युवा लड़का, पहली बार यहां आया।En: Aarav, a young boy, came here for the first time.Hi: उसके कदम उसे जंगल के बीच छिपे मंदिर की ओर ले गए।En: His steps led him toward a temple hidden in the forest.Hi: मंदिर के पास ही था एक जीवंत बाज़ार।En: Right next to the temple was a lively market.Hi: आरव की आँखें उत्सुक थीं।En: Aarav's eyes were curious.Hi: उसकी दादी के लिए कुछ खास खरीदना था।En: He needed to buy something special for his grandmother.Hi: बाज़ार में आवाज़ों का शोर और दुकानदारों की पुकार उसकी हिम्मत पर भारी पड़ रही थी।En: The noise of the market and the calls of the shopkeepers were overwhelming him.Hi: हर stall पर जाती औरतें, बच्चों की हँसी, और व्यापारियों का हुजूम।En: Women visiting every stall, children's laughter, and a crowd of traders.Hi: आरव को समझ ही नहीं आ रहा था कहाँ से शुरुआत करे।En: Aarav just couldn't figure out where to start.Hi: "अरे भाईसाहब, ये देखो, असली राजस्थानी कला!En: "Hey brother, look at this, real Rajasthani art!"Hi: " किसी ने पुकारा।En: someone called out.Hi: आरव ने पलटकर देखा।En: Aarav turned around.Hi: एक बूढ़े विक्रेता ने हाथ में खूबसूरत हाथी की मूर्ति उठाई।En: An old vendor held up a beautiful statue of an elephant.Hi: आरव को वह मूर्ति पसंद आ गई।En: Aarav liked the statue.Hi: उसकी आँखों में चमक आई, लेकिन कीमत सुनकर उसके हाथ थोड़े कांप उठे।En: His eyes lit up, but hearing the price made his hands tremble a bit.Hi: "दो हजार रुपए, साहब।En: "Two thousand rupees, sir."Hi: "आरव को यह महंगा लगा।En: Aarav found it expensive.Hi: वह थोड़ी दूर जाकर सोचने बैठ गया।En: He went a little distance and sat deep in thought.Hi: उसे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि कैसे मोल-भाव करे।En: He couldn't figure out how to bargain.Hi: तभी पास से गुजर रहे राजेश और सिमरन की बातें सुनाई दीं।En: Just then, he overheard Rajesh and Simran talking nearby.Hi: "इतनी कीमत में खरीद लिए?En: "Did they buy it at that price?Hi: उन्हें मोल-भाव करना चाहिए था," सिमरन बोली।En: They should have bargained," Simran said.Hi: आरव को एक विचार आया।En: Aarav got an idea.Hi: उसे हौसला मिला।En: He found courage.Hi: वह वापस बुजुर्ग विक्रेता के पास गया।En: He went back to the elderly vendor.Hi: उसने गहरी सांस ली।En: He took a deep breath.Hi: "दादा जी, ये बहुत महंगा है," आरव कहने लगा, अपने शब्दों में संयम रखते हुए।En: "Grandpa, this is very expensive," Aarav began, keeping his words restrained.Hi: "क्या आप थोड़ा कम कर सकते हैं?En: "Can you lower the price a bit?"Hi: " विक्रेता मुस्कराया, जिसकी आंखों में अनुभव था।En: The vendor smiled, with experience in his eyes.Hi: "ठीक है, लड़के।En: "All right, boy.Hi: तेरे जैसा युवा ग्राहक देखकर अच्छा लगा।En: It's good to see a young customer like you.Hi: 1500 रुपए में दे दूंगा।En: I'll give it to you for 1500 rupees."Hi: "आरव को इसबार संतोष हुआ।En: This time, Aarav felt satisfied.Hi: उसने खुशी-खुशी पैसे दिए और मूर्ति ली।En: He happily handed over the money and took the statue.Hi: उसने महसूस किया कि उनमें एक नई शक्ति का संचार हुआ है।En: He felt a new surge of strength within him.Hi: जैसे ही वह बाज़ार से निकला, हल्की हवा उसके बालों से टकराकर उसे ठंड अहसास दिला रही थी, लेकिन भीतर से वह आत्मविश्वास की गर्मी महसूस कर रहा था।En: As he left the market, a gentle breeze brushed against his hair, giving him a chill, but inside, he felt the warmth of confidence.Hi: इस सफर में आरव ने सिर्फ एक तोहफा ही नहीं खरीदा, उसने आत्मविश्वास भी पाया।En: On this journey, Aarav not only bought a gift, but he also gained confidence.Hi: अब वह किसी भी चुनौती का सामना करने के लिए तैयार था।En: Now he was ready to face any challenge.Hi: और दादी के लिए खरीदी गई मूर्ति का सौंदर्य अब उसकी आंखों में था।En: And the beauty of the statue bought for his grandmother was now in his eyes.Hi: उसने सीखा कि कभी-कभी छोटे-छोटे हौसले बड़े बदलाव ला सकते हैं।En: He learned that sometimes small acts of courage can bring about big changes. Vocabulary Words:gust: झोंकाfilled: भराwrapped: लिपटेcurious: उत्सुकoverwhelming: भारी पड़ रहीbargain: मोल-भावvendor: विक्रेताrestrained: संयमtremble: कांपcourage: हौसलाsatisfied: संतोषgentle: हल्कीconfidence: आत्मविश्वासjourney: सफरgain: पायाchallenge: चुनौतीbeauty: सौंदर्यexperience: अनुभवstrength: शक्तिsurge: संचारart: कलाfigure: समझlively: जीवंतtraders: व्यापारियोंelderly: बुजुर्गstatue: मूर्तिchill: ठंड अहसासforest: जंगलoverhear: सुनाई दींsurprise: अचानक

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Secret Santa to Lifelong Friendships Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-30-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Kontorets lys glitret som stjerner i det dunkle vintermørket.En: The office lights glittered like stars in the dim winter darkness.No: Det var desember, og overalt hang det julestjerner og glinsende girlandere.En: It was December, and everywhere there were Christmas stars and shiny garlands hanging.No: En stor juletre stod i hjørnet, pyntet med røde kuler og små lys som blinket.En: A large Christmas tree stood in the corner, decorated with red baubles and small blinking lights.No: Hele kontoret var fylt med en festlig stemning, og folk snakket ivrig om den kommende julesammenkomsten.En: The whole office was filled with a festive atmosphere, and people were eagerly talking about the upcoming Christmas gathering.No: I kontoret satt Lars ved pulten og kikket på den lille notatet han hadde.En: In the office, Lars sat at his desk, looking at the little note he had.No: "Secret Santa" stod det.En: "Secret Santa" it read.No: Han hadde fått navnet til en kollega han beundret, men knapt snakket med.En: He had drawn the name of a colleague he admired but barely spoke to.No: Lars kjente hjertet slå litt raskere.En: Lars felt his heart beat a little faster.No: Han ville gjerne velge den perfekte gaven, men han visste ikke hva kollegaen likte.En: He wanted to choose the perfect gift but didn't know what his colleague liked.No: Han fryktet å gi noe kjedelig eller uegnet.En: He feared giving something boring or unsuitable.No: Rett ved siden av stod Ivar.En: Right next to him stood Ivar.No: Han var den slagferdige kollega som ofte gledet seg over å spre godt humør.En: He was the witty colleague who often enjoyed spreading good humor.No: "Hei, Lars," sa Ivar med et smil.En: "Hey, Lars," said Ivar with a smile.No: "Du ser tankefull ut. Kan jeg hjelpe?"En: "You look thoughtful. Can I help?"No: Lars så opp fra pulten.En: Lars looked up from his desk.No: Han nølte et øyeblikk, men så tenkte han at Ivar kunne være akkurat den han trengte.En: He hesitated for a moment but then thought that Ivar could be just what he needed.No: "Ivar, jeg har fått en kollega til Secret Santa.En: "Ivar, I have a colleague for Secret Santa.No: Jeg vil gi noe riktig fint, men jeg er usikker på hva han liker."En: I want to give something really nice, but I'm not sure what he likes."No: Ivar nikket forståelsesfullt.En: Ivar nodded understandingly.No: "Det er alltid litt tricky med Secret Santa.En: "It's always a bit tricky with Secret Santa.No: Men hva med litt detektivarbeid?"En: But how about a little detective work?"No: Lars smilte litt forsiktig.En: Lars smiled a bit cautiously.No: "Hvordan da?"En: "How so?"No: Ivar lente seg tilbake i stolen.En: Ivar leaned back in his chair.No: "Vel, du kan følge ham litt diskret i kantinen, høre hva han snakker om eller se hva han drikker.En: "Well, you can follow him a bit discreetly in the canteen, listen to what he talks about, or see what he drinks.No: Er det noe spesielt han nevner ofte?"En: Is there something special he often mentions?"No: Lars likte forslaget.En: Lars liked the suggestion.No: Sammen la de en plan.En: Together they made a plan.No: De ville observere kollegaen nøye de neste dagene og finne de gode hintene.En: They would observe the colleague carefully over the next few days and find the good hints.No: Dagene passerte, og Lars begynte å merke små detaljer.En: Days passed, and Lars began to notice small details.No: Kollegaen hans snakket ofte om den lokale kaffebaren, om italienske bøker han leste, og hvor mye han likte å gå på ski.En: His colleague often talked about the local coffee shop, about Italian books he was reading, and how much he enjoyed skiing.No: Med denne nye informasjonen, hadde Lars en idé.En: With this new information, Lars had an idea.No: Da kontorets julefest kom, hadde Lars pakket inn en lekker bok om italiensk kultur sammen med et gavekort til kaffebaren.En: When the office Christmas party came, Lars had wrapped a beautiful book about Italian culture along with a gift card to the coffee shop.No: Han håpet at dette ville være rett.En: He hoped this would be right.No: På festen var stemningen på topp.En: At the party, the atmosphere was at its peak.No: Alle utvekslet gaver, og samtalene flommet rundt i lokalet.En: Everyone exchanged gifts, and conversations flowed around the room.No: Lars kjente hjertet banke hardt idet han nærmet seg kollegaen med sin gave.En: Lars felt his heart pounding hard as he approached his colleague with his gift.No: "God jul," sa Lars med et forsiktig smil, og rakte pakken fram.En: "Merry Christmas," said Lars with a cautious smile and handed over the package.No: Kollegaen smilte bredt da han åpnet gaven.En: His colleague beamed as he opened the gift.No: "Dette er perfekt!En: "This is perfect!No: Jeg har alltid hatt lyst på akkurat denne boken.En: I've always wanted exactly this book.No: Og en kopp fra favorittkaféen vil være flott etter en skitur.En: And a cup from my favorite café will be great after a ski trip.No: Tusen takk, Lars."En: Thank you so much, Lars."No: En varm følelse spredte seg i Lars.En: A warm feeling spread through Lars.No: De begynte å snakke om boken, og samtalen fløt lett.En: They started talking about the book, and the conversation flowed easily.No: For første gang følte Lars at han virkelig knyttet bånd med noen på kontoret.En: For the first time, Lars felt he was truly connecting with someone at the office.No: Fra den dagen av innså Lars hvor viktig det var å tørre å ta sjanser.En: From that day on, Lars realized how important it was to dare to take chances.No: Han følte seg mer selvsikker, og julefesten var bare starten på flere gode samtaler og vennskap.En: He felt more confident, and the Christmas party was just the beginning of many good conversations and friendships.No: Den kalde vintervinden suste forbi utenfor, men innendørs varmet de nyvunne vennskapene hjertene.En: The cold winter wind howled outside, but indoors the newly formed friendships warmed the hearts.No: Julen på kontoret hadde vært mer enn en fest; det hadde vært en mulighet for Lars å vokse, og det var den beste gaven av alle.En: Christmas at the office had been more than a party; it had been an opportunity for Lars to grow, and that was the best gift of all. Vocabulary Words:glittered: glitretdim: dunklegarlands: girlanderebaubles: kulerfestive: festligadmired: beundretunsuitable: uegnetwitty: slagferdigediscreetly: diskretcanteen: kantinenobserve: observerewrapped: pakketbeamed: smilte bredtpounding: bankeopportunity: mulighetdetective: detektivarbeidhesitated: nølteunderstandingly: forståelsesfulltcautiously: forsiktigdetective: detektivhint: hintdetails: detaljerlocal: lokaleapproached: nærmet segconversations: samtalerformed: nyvunnedare: tørreconfident: selvsikkereagerly: ivrigshiny: glinsende

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: The Unplanned Magic of a Spa Day: When Chaos Brings Laughter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-11-28-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A napsütés a Gellért Gyógyfürdő gőzölgő vizein táncolt, miközben az őszi levelek aranya tükröződött a medencék felszínén.En: The sunshine danced on the Gellért Gyógyfürdő's steaming waters as the gold of the autumn leaves reflected on the surface of the pools.Hu: Katalin már régóta várta ezt a napot.En: Katalin had been waiting for this day for a long time.Hu: Végre egy szünet a naptárak és határidők világától.En: Finally, a break from the world of schedules and deadlines.Hu: Bence, az örök vidám barát, vele tartott.En: Bence, the eternally cheerful friend, accompanied her.Hu: Úgy gondolta, hogy egy kis móka és nevetés segít majd Katalin-nak kiengedni a gőzt.En: He thought a bit of fun and laughter would help Katalin let off steam.Hu: „Hé, próbáltad már a különleges fürdőpakolást?” – kérdezte Bence, miközben egy kis brosúrát forgatott.En: “Hey, have you tried the special bath wrap?” asked Bence, flipping through a little brochure.Hu: Zoltán, a csendes fürdőalkalmazott, odalépett hozzájuk.En: Zoltán, the quiet spa attendant, approached them.Hu: Egy kis papíron pakoló kezeléseket ajánlott.En: He offered some wrap treatments on a small piece of paper.Hu: Épp hogy csak a fülledt levegő kissé elpirította az arcát.En: The humid air barely flushed his face.Hu: Bence gyorsan akart választani, és talán kissé elhamarkodottan jelentkezett az „ókori iszapkezelésre.”En: Bence wanted to choose quickly and perhaps somewhat hastily signed up for the “ancient mud treatment.”Hu: Katalin, aki szeretett mindent előre tervezni, aggodalmasan nézte ezt a hirtelen döntést.En: Katalin, who liked to plan everything in advance, watched this sudden decision with concern.Hu: „Rendben, akkor az ókori iszapkezelést választjuk!” – mondta Bence lelkesen, és Zoltán bólintott egy kis habozás után, majd eltűnt a kulisszák mögött.En: “Alright, then we choose the ancient mud treatment!” said Bence enthusiastically, and Zoltán nodded after a slight hesitation, then disappeared behind the scenes.Hu: Percekkel később Katalin és Bence feszülten, mégis izgatottan ültek a kezelőszobában.En: Minutes later, Katalin and Bence sat tensely yet excitedly in the treatment room.Hu: A levegő édesen illatos volt a különféle olajoktól.En: The air was sweetly scented from various oils.Hu: Zoltán azonban némi zavarodott arckifejezéssel érkezett vissza, kezével egy apró kanalat fogva, amelyhez némi fehér krém tapadt.En: However, Zoltán appeared back with a somewhat confused expression, holding a small spoon with some white cream sticking to it.Hu: „Ez a pakolás... van valami különleges?” – kérdezte Katalin, próbálva megőrizni nyugalmát.En: “Is this wrap... something special?” Katalin asked, trying to maintain her composure.Hu: Zoltán azonban csak zavartan bámult rájuk, majd megszólalt: „Ó, ez a... modern pakolás, bocsánat, összekevertem.En: But Zoltán only stared at them in confusion before speaking: “Oh, this is the... modern wrap, sorry, I mixed it up.Hu: A másik pakolás már foglalt volt.”En: The other wrap was already booked.”Hu: A szituáció komikus fordulópontjához érkezett, amikor a szomszédos kezelőszobából felhallatszott egy másik vendég nevetése.En: The situation reached a comical turning point when laughter from another guest in the neighboring treatment room was heard.Hu: „El szeretném hagyni a tervezést ma!” – jelentette ki vidáman Bence.En: “I'd like to leave planning behind today!” declared Bence cheerfully.Hu: Katalin ekkor nevetésben tört ki.En: Katalin then burst into laughter.Hu: Ahogy az édesen illatos krém a bőrükön pihent, a hangulat egyszerre oldódott.En: As the sweetly scented cream rested on their skin, the atmosphere relaxed.Hu: Katalin megengedett magának egy mély sóhajt, és rájött, hogy néha a tökéletes nap azzal kezdődik, hogy hagyjuk a sorjákat megborulni.En: Katalin allowed herself a deep sigh and realized that sometimes the perfect day begins with letting plans crumble.Hu: Ahogy hazafelé indultak, Zoltán kedvesen integetett utánuk.En: As they headed home, Zoltán waved kindly after them.Hu: Katalin szívében melegség volt.En: There was warmth in Katalin's heart.Hu: Az apró hibák varázsolták igazán különlegessé ezt a napot.En: The small mistakes made this day truly special.Hu: A fürdő előtt az őszi szellő puhán vonta be a várost, és Katalin úgy érezte, hogy a világ színei ma még ragyogóbbak.En: In front of the spa, the autumn breeze softly enveloped the city, and Katalin felt the colors of the world seemed even more vibrant today. Vocabulary Words:sunshine: napsütéssteaming: gőzölgőschedules: naptárakdeadlines: határidőkbrochure: brosúraattendant: alkalmazotthumid: fülledthastily: elhamarkodottanconcern: aggodalomenthusiastically: lelkesenhesitation: habozásscenes: kulisszáktensely: feszültenscented: illatosoils: olajokconfused: zavarodottcomposure: nyugalomcomical: komikusneighboring: szomszédosburst: kitörtrelaxed: oldódottatmosphere: hangulatsigh: sóhajtcrumble: megbukikenveloped: vonta bevibrant: ragyogówrap: pakolástreatment: kezelésexcitedly: izgatottansweetly: édesen

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Behind Bunker Doors: Building Bonds in Crisis Drills Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-11-28-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: I den dämpade belysningen av underjordens bunker satt Ingrid med sin anteckningsbok.En: In the dim lighting of the underground bunker, Ingrid sat with her notebook.Sv: Hon var där för att säkerställa att stadens stora övning genomfördes smidigt.En: She was there to ensure that the city's major drill was conducted smoothly.Sv: Väggarna var av betong, och nödlamporna kastade långa skuggor, vilket gav platsen en mystisk känsla.En: The walls were concrete, and the emergency lights cast long shadows, giving the place a mysterious feel.Sv: Vid sidan av bunkern fanns affischer med säkerhetsprocedurer och hyllor fulla med nödvändigheter.En: Beside the bunker were posters with safety procedures and shelves full of necessities.Sv: Plötsligt kom Bjorn in genom bunkerns tunga dörrar.En: Suddenly, Bjorn came in through the heavy doors of the bunker.Sv: Han hade en kamera i handen och såg sig omkring med ett vaket öga.En: He had a camera in hand and looked around with a keen eye.Sv: Bjorn var där på jakt efter en berättelse.En: Bjorn was there in search of a story.Sv: Som journalist ville han skriva om stadens beredskap för katastrofer.En: As a journalist, he wanted to write about the city's disaster preparedness.Sv: Han skannade rummet tills hans blick stannade på Ingrid, som var upptagen med att kontrollera elektroniken.En: He scanned the room until his gaze stopped on Ingrid, who was busy checking the electronics.Sv: "Hej," sa Bjorn med sitt breda leende.En: "Hey," said Bjorn with his broad smile.Sv: "Behöver du någon hjälp?"En: "Do you need any help?"Sv: Ingrid, van vid att arbeta ensam, var först skeptisk till Bjorns motivationer.En: Ingrid, used to working alone, was initially skeptical of Bjorn's motives.Sv: Men hon visste att goda relationer alltid började med kommunikation.En: But she knew that good relationships always began with communication.Sv: Hon bestämde sig för att visa honom runt.En: She decided to show him around.Sv: "Det viktigaste är säkerheten," förklarade Ingrid medan de gick mellan bunkerns gångar.En: "The most important thing is safety," Ingrid explained as they walked through the bunker's corridors.Sv: "Vi måste alltid vara förberedda."En: "We always have to be prepared."Sv: Bjorn lyssnade uppmärksamt, men han kunde inte låta bli att ibland titta på klockan och fundera över historien han skulle skriva.En: Bjorn listened attentively, but he couldn't help occasionally glancing at his watch, pondering the story he was going to write.Sv: "Jag vill förstå varför du gör det här," sa han plötsligt.En: "I want to understand why you do this," he said suddenly.Sv: Ingrid stannade och såg på honom.En: Ingrid stopped and looked at him.Sv: Hon såg en möjlighet att dela sitt engagemang och beslöt att berätta om stadens välfärd och varför hon brann för sitt arbete.En: She saw an opportunity to share her commitment and decided to talk about the city's welfare and why she was passionate about her work.Sv: Mitt under deras samtal slocknade plötsligt ljusen.En: In the middle of their conversation, the lights suddenly went out.Sv: Bunkern fylldes av en skrämmande tystnad, avbruten bara av de dova ljuden från människor omkring dem.En: The bunker was filled with an eerie silence, interrupted only by the muffled sounds from people around them.Sv: Någon gnistade till med en ficklampa och den kalla metalliska doften i luften blev mer påtaglig.En: Someone sparked a flashlight, and the cold metallic smell in the air became more pronounced.Sv: Ingrid höll sig lugn och bad alla att hålla ihop och vänta på instruktioner.En: Ingrid remained calm and asked everyone to stick together and wait for instructions.Sv: Bjorn, som kände adrenalinet rusa, insåg snart allvaret i situationen.En: Bjorn, feeling the adrenaline rush, quickly realized the seriousness of the situation.Sv: "Jag kan hjälpa till att lugna ner folk," erbjöd han sig.En: "I can help calm people down," he offered.Sv: Ingrid nickade tacksamt och tillsammans lyckades de hålla ordning tills nödbelysningen åter trädde i kraft.En: Ingrid nodded gratefully, and together they managed to maintain order until the emergency lighting came back on.Sv: När övningen var över och alla lämnade bunkern, kändes stämningen lättare.En: When the drill was over and everyone left the bunker, the atmosphere felt lighter.Sv: Ingrid och Bjorn stod kvar, försänkta i ett samtal om vikten av god kommunikation och samarbete.En: Ingrid and Bjorn remained, immersed in a conversation about the importance of good communication and cooperation.Sv: De insåg att de delade en djup oro för människors säkerhet.En: They realized they shared a deep concern for people's safety.Sv: "Hursomhelst," sa Bjorn, "jag tror att berättelsen egentligen handlar om oss alla och hur vi arbetar tillsammans."En: "Anyway," said Bjorn, "I think the story is really about all of us and how we work together."Sv: Ingrid gav honom ett litet leende.En: Ingrid gave him a small smile.Sv: "Du är nog rätt person att skriva den historien."En: "You're probably the right person to write that story."Sv: Så, tack vare en tillfällighet i en bunker, fann Ingrid och Bjorn inte bara en säker plats utan också början på något nytt och gemensamt – en vänskap byggd på förtroende och respekt.En: So, thanks to a chance encounter in a bunker, Ingrid and Bjorn found not only a safe place but also the beginning of something new and shared – a friendship built on trust and respect.Sv: Under den svala höstluften ovanför förstod de båda betydelsen av att öppna sig för andra och att även de mest osannolika möten kan leda till något fantastiskt.En: Under the cool autumn air above, they both understood the significance of opening up to others and that even the most unlikely meetings can lead to something wonderful. Vocabulary Words:dim: dämpadebunker: bunkernotebook: anteckningsbokensure: säkerställaconducted: genomfördessmoothly: smidigtemergency lights: nödlampornacast: kastadeshadows: skuggormysterious: mystiskprocedures: procedurernecessities: nödvändigheterkeen: vaketdisaster: katastroferpreparedness: beredskapgaze: blickelectronics: elektronikenskeptical: skeptiskcorridors: gångarattentively: uppmärksamtpondering: funderawelfare: välfärdcommitment: engagemangeerie: skrämmandemuffled: dovasparked: gnistadepronounced: påtagligadrenaline: adrenalinetgratefully: tacksamtimmersed: försänkta

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Autumn Paths: A Friendship in Amsterdam's Forest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-20-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen zachtjes door de gouden bladeren van het Amsterdamse Bos.En: The sun softly shone through the golden leaves of the Amsterdamse Bos.Nl: Het was een frisse, heldere herfstochtend.En: It was a fresh, clear autumn morning.Nl: Sander liep langzaam het smalle bospad af.En: Sander slowly walked down the narrow forest path.Nl: Hij ademde diep in, het aroma van de vallende bladeren in zich opnemend, en probeerde de stilte in zijn ziel te vinden.En: He breathed in deeply, taking in the aroma of the falling leaves, and tried to find the silence within his soul.Nl: Amsterdam was nieuw voor hem, groot en vol vreemden.En: Amsterdam was new to him, large and full of strangers.Nl: Maar hier, tussen de bomen, voelde hij zich heel even thuis.En: But here, among the trees, he felt at home, if only for a moment.Nl: Aan de andere kant van het pad liep Fenna, lachend om een grap die Joris net had gemaakt.En: On the other side of the path walked Fenna, laughing at a joke Joris had just made.Nl: Joris was een vaste metgezel tijdens haar ochtendruns.En: Joris was a regular companion during her morning runs.Nl: Hij kende haar lange tijd en was altijd bereid om de wereld met haar te verkennen.En: He had known her for a long time and was always willing to explore the world with her.Nl: Fenna hield van het bruisende ritme van de stad, maar vond rust in de natuur.En: Fenna loved the bustling rhythm of the city, but found peace in nature.Nl: Haar ogen sprongen van de paden naar de lucht, speurend naar vogels en naar nieuwe gezichten in het bos.En: Her eyes jumped from the paths to the sky, searching for birds and new faces in the forest.Nl: Sander had Fenna al een aantal ochtenden gezien.En: Sander had seen Fenna on several mornings.Nl: Elke keer had hij willen groeten, misschien zelfs praten, maar zijn nerveusheid hield hem tegen.En: Each time, he wanted to greet her, maybe even talk, but his nervousness held him back.Nl: "Doe niet zo stom," mopperde hij zachtjes tegen zichzelf.En: "Don't be so silly," he muttered softly to himself.Nl: "Het is maar een woord."En: "It's just a word."Nl: Terwijl hij verder liep, zag hij Fenna langzaam dichterbij komen.En: As he continued walking, he saw Fenna slowly come closer.Nl: Haar energieke persona trok hem aan als een mot naar het licht.En: Her energetic persona attracted him like a moth to a flame.Nl: Vandaag was anders.En: Today was different.Nl: Fenna had Sander ook opgemerkt.En: Fenna had noticed Sander as well.Nl: Terwijl Joris een stoppauze nam, zag ze de kans om op Sander af te stappen.En: While Joris took a break, she saw the chance to approach Sander.Nl: "Hallo!"En: "Hello!"Nl: riep ze met een warme stem.En: she called with a warm voice.Nl: Sander stopte abrupt, zijn adem stokte even.En: Sander stopped abruptly, his breath catching for a moment.Nl: "Hey," antwoordde hij wat schuchter, maar met een oprechte glimlach.En: "Hey," he replied, somewhat shyly but with a genuine smile.Nl: Ze stonden samen op een plek waar het uitzicht op het meer betoverend was.En: They stood together in a spot where the view of the lake was enchanting.Nl: "Mooi hier, hè?"En: "Beautiful here, isn't it?"Nl: zei Fenna, terwijl ze haar blik op de glinsterende wateroppervlakte richtte.En: said Fenna, as she directed her gaze at the shimmering water surface.Nl: "Ja, prachtig," antwoordde Sander, het ijs was gebroken.En: "Yes, stunning," replied Sander, the ice was broken.Nl: Ze begonnen te praten over hun liefde voor het bos en hun favoriete routes.En: They began to talk about their love for the forest and their favorite routes.Nl: Fenna vertelde enthousiast over een verborgen trail die ze pas had ontdekt, en Sander luisterde aandachtig, zijn ogen lichtten op.En: Fenna enthusiastically shared about a hidden trail she had recently discovered, and Sander listened attentively, his eyes lighting up.Nl: Joris zag hen vanaf een afstand praten en glimlachte naar zichzelf.En: Joris saw them talking from a distance and smiled to himself.Nl: Misschien had zijn drukwerk toch zin gehad.En: Maybe his encouragement had been worth it after all.Nl: De volgende ochtend ontmoetten Fenna en Sander elkaar weer bij dezelfde plek in het bos.En: The next morning, Fenna and Sander met again at the same spot in the forest.Nl: Ze hadden afgesproken om samen een ander pad te verkennen.En: They had agreed to explore another path together.Nl: Terwijl ze renden, praatten ze over van alles, van muziek tot hun dromen voor de toekomst.En: As they ran, they talked about everything, from music to their dreams for the future.Nl: Sander voelde zich langzaam comfortabeler en zelfverzekerder worden.En: Sander gradually felt more comfortable and confident.Nl: Het was alsof Fenna een nieuw hoofdstuk in zijn leven opende, een hoofdstuk vol mogelijkheden en vriendschap.En: It was as if Fenna had opened a new chapter in his life, a chapter full of possibilities and friendship.Nl: Met de tijd werden hun jogs samen een vast ritueel.En: Over time, their jogs together became a regular ritual.Nl: Sander ontdekte nieuwe kanten van de stad, van zichzelf, en een groeiende band met Fenna.En: Sander discovered new aspects of the city, of himself, and a growing bond with Fenna.Nl: Fenna, op haar beurt, begon het waardevol te vinden om te stoppen en de kleine magische momenten in het dagelijks leven op te merken.En: Fenna, in turn, began to find it valuable to pause and notice the small magical moments in daily life.Nl: Wat begon als een kansontmoeting op een herfstige ochtend, mondde uit in een beloftevolle vriendschap.En: What started as a chance encounter on an autumn morning blossomed into a promising friendship.Nl: Terwijl de bladeren bleven vallen, groeiden hun harten toe naar iets wat meer kon zijn dan slechts gezelschap.En: As the leaves continued to fall, their hearts grew toward something that could be more than just companionship.Nl: De wereld was misschien groot en onbekend, maar samen maakten Fenna en Sander er iets heel bijzonders van.En: The world might have been large and unknown, but together, Fenna and Sander made something very special out of it. Vocabulary Words:shone: scheengolden: goudennarrow: smallebreathed: ademdearoma: aromastrangers: vreemdencompanions: metgezellenbustling: bruisendepersona: personato a flame: naar het lichtabruptly: abruptshyly: schuchtergenuine: oprechteenchanting: betoverendshimmering: glinsterendestunning: prachtigattentively: aandachtigchapter: hoofdstukpossibilities: mogelijkhedenbond: bandvaluable: waardevolpause: stoppenmagical: magischeautumn: herfstencounter: ontmoetingblossomed: ontkiemendpromising: beloftevollecompanionship: gezelschapunknown: onbekendspecial: bijzonders

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Hidden Treasures: Unveiling Hanukkah Mysteries in Old Jerusalem Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-20-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: ברחובות הצרים של העיר העתיקה בירושלים, בערב הקריר של סוף הסתיו, אי אפשר היה לפספס את אווירת החנוכה.En: In the narrow streets of the Old City of Jerusalem, on the cool evening at the end of autumn, it was impossible to miss the Hanukkah atmosphere.He: נרות המאירים מחלונות הבתים ומשלבים שירים ושמחה ברחובות.En: Candles illuminating from the windows of houses mixed with songs and joy in the streets.He: אריאל ושירה, שני חברי ילדות, עמדו בפתח סמטה צרה, כשהם מביטים סביבם בהתרגשות ובדאגה.En: Ariel and Shira, two childhood friends, stood at the entrance of a narrow alley, looking around with excitement and concern.He: אריאל היה סטודנט לארכיאולוגיה מלא תשוקה.En: Ariel was a passionate archaeology student.He: מאז ומתמיד רצה לגלות משהו היסטורי ומשמעותי.En: He had always wanted to discover something historical and significant.He: שירה, חברתו, אהבה היסטוריה אך הייתה זהירה הרבה יותר.En: Shira, his friend, loved history but was much more cautious.He: היא הייתה שם כדי לתמוך, וגם אולי כדי למצוא קצת הרפתקה, עמוק בתוכה.En: She was there to support and maybe also to find a bit of adventure, deep inside.He: "זו ההזדמנות שלנו," אמר אריאל בשקט כשהוא מצביע על קיר אבן עתיק.En: "This is our chance," Ariel said quietly as he pointed at an ancient stone wall.He: "אני בטוח שיש משהו מאחוריו."En: "I'm sure there's something behind it."He: שירה הסתכלה בשעון.En: Shira looked at her watch.He: "אבל אנחנו צריכים להזדרז. החברה להתחיל בשיפוצים."En: "But we need to hurry. The company is about to start renovations."He: אריאל התקרב ומשך את שירה יחד איתו.En: Ariel approached and pulled Shira along with him.He: הם החלו לנבור באבן, לבנה אחרי לבנה, עד שפניהם האיר זיק של ההצלחה.En: They began to dig into the stone, brick by brick, until a spark of success lit up their faces.He: מעבר לקיר היה פתח קטן.En: Behind the wall was a small opening.He: ברגע זה עיניהם נצצו.En: At that moment, their eyes sparkled.He: הם לחצו על האבן, ובזהירות היא זזה.En: They pressed on the stone, and carefully it moved.He: פתח גדול יותר התגלה לפניהם, ובתוכו חדר סודי.En: A larger entrance was revealed before them, and inside, a secret room.He: החדר היה מלא בפסלים קדומים וכלים יקרי ערך.En: The room was filled with ancient statues and valuable artifacts.He: עבר זמנים נשכחים שב אליהם.En: A forgotten past returned to them.He: בדיוק כשעמדו להיכנס פנימה, שמעו קול.En: Just as they were about to enter, they heard a voice.He: "היי, מה אתם עושים שם?" זה היה שומר הביטחון של האתר.En: "Hey, what are you doing there?" It was the security guard of the site.He: שירה נשמה עמוק והתקרבה אליו.En: Shira took a deep breath and approached him.He: "אנחנו סטודנטים להיסטוריה וארכיאולוגיה. מצאנו כאן משהו חשוב מאוד."En: "We are students of history and archaeology. We found something very important here."He: השומר הביט בהם, בעיניים מבינות.En: The guard looked at them, with understanding eyes.He: "החנוכה וזה. תראו, אני מבין שאתם אוהבים היסטוריה," הוא אמר.En: "Hanukkah and all that. Look, I understand you love history," he said.He: "אנחנו יכולים לדווח על זה ולוודא שזה יתועד בצורה ראויה לפני השיפוצים."En: "We can report this and ensure it is documented properly before the renovations."He: בהרגע הזה, אריאל הבין את כוח שיתוף הפעולה, ושירה מצאה התרגשות חדשה בגילוי סיפורים לא מסופרים.En: At that moment, Ariel realized the power of collaboration, and Shira found new excitement in uncovering untold stories.He: החגיגות בחוץ המשיכו, אז השניים, לצד השומר מסור, החלו לתעד את כל מה שמצאו בחדר.En: The celebrations outside continued, so the two of them, alongside the dedicated guard, began to document everything they found in the room.He: הנרות המשיכו להאיר, והחדר המסתורי שמר בתוכו סיפור שהשתמר שוב לתוך ההיסטוריה הגדולה של ירושלים.En: The candles continued to illuminate, and the mysterious room preserved within it a story that was once again preserved into the great history of Jerusalem. Vocabulary Words:narrow: צריםalley: סמטהpassionate: מלא תשוקהarchaeology: ארכיאולוגיהsignificant: משמעותיdestroy: לנבורancient: עתיקsparkled: נצצוrenovations: שיפוציםvaluable: יקרי ערךartifacts: כליםuncharted: לא מסופריםpreserved: השתמרforgotten: נשכחיםstatues: פסליםdocument: לתעדsupport: לתמוךsecurity guard: שומר הביטחוןunderstanding: מבינותcollaboration: שיתוף פעולהadventurous: הרפתקהconcern: דאגהhidden: נסתרilluminating: מאיריםentrance: פתחexcitement: התרגשותrevealed: התגלוcautious: זהירהopportunity: הזדמנותspark: זיקBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Rekindling Bonds at Seoul's Autumn Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-20-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울숲의 가을은 참 아름다웠습니다.En: Autumn in Seoul Forest was truly beautiful.Ko: 온통 주황빛 낙엽이 바람에 흩날리고 공원 곳곳에서 축제의 소리가 들려왔습니다.En: Orange leaves fluttered in the wind, and the sounds of festivals could be heard throughout the park.Ko: 진수는 축제에 오기로 한 자신을 의아해했습니다.En: Jinsu wondered why he had decided to come to the festival.Ko: 그는 친구들과의 관계가 예전 같지 않았지만, 다시 이어질 수 있다는 희망을 품고 있었습니다.En: His relationships with friends weren't as they used to be, but he held hope that they could rekindle.Ko: 진수는 사무실에서 열심히 일하는 사람이었습니다.En: Jinsu was someone who worked hard in the office.Ko: 그는 하루가 끝나면 피곤함에 집으로 곧장 향하는 경우가 많았습니다.En: Often, he would head straight home from work, exhausted.Ko: 때문에 친구들과의 만남이 점점 줄어들었습니다.En: As a result, his meetings with friends became less frequent.Ko: 그리고 오늘, 그는 그 감정의 거리감을 좁히고 싶어 서울숲의 가을 축제를 찾아왔습니다.En: Today, he wanted to close the emotional distance and came to the autumn festival at Seoul Forest.Ko: 처음에는 혼자 걷기만 했습니다.En: At first, he just walked alone.Ko: 사람들은 커다란 호박을 나르거나, 향긋한 군밤을 먹으며 즐거워했습니다.En: People were happily carrying large pumpkins and eating fragrant roasted chestnuts.Ko: 진수는 이런 분위기가 어색했습니다.En: Jinsu felt awkward in this atmosphere.Ko: 하지만 그는 그곳에 오는 사람들을 바라보며 친구들이 올 수 있길 희망했습니다.En: But as he watched the people coming to the festival, he hoped his friends would show up.Ko: 갑자기 무리 사이에서 낯익은 얼굴들이 보였습니다.En: Suddenly, he saw familiar faces in the crowd.Ko: 민지와 태연이었습니다.En: It was Minji and Taeyeon.Ko: 진수는 멀리서 그들을 보며 망설였습니다.En: Jinsu hesitated as he watched them from a distance.Ko: ‘혹시 나를 반가워하지 않으면 어쩌지?'En: 'What if they're not happy to see me?'Ko: 그의 마음은 가능성과 두려움 사이에서 갈팡질팡했습니다.En: His mind wavered between possibilities and fear.Ko: 그러나 곧 그는 스스로에게 용기를 냈습니다.En: However, he soon gathered courage.Ko: 오랜만에 만나는 친구들에게 다가가 보자고 마음먹었습니다.En: He decided to approach his long-time friends.Ko: 진수는 천천히 그들 쪽으로 걸어갔습니다.En: Jinsu walked slowly towards them.Ko: 그때, 민지가 먼저 그를 발견하고 환하게 웃으며 손을 흔들었습니다.En: At that moment, Minji spotted him first, smiling brightly and waving.Ko: "진수야, 여기야!"En: "Hey, Jinsu! Over here!"Ko: 친구들과의 다정한 인사는 마치 시간이 흐르지 않았던 것처럼 자연스러웠습니다.En: The warm greeting with friends felt as natural as if no time had passed.Ko: 그들은 함께 공원의 여러 활동을 즐겼고, 낙엽을 밟으며 옛 추억을 이야기했습니다.En: They enjoyed various activities in the park together, and as they walked over the fallen leaves, they reminisced about old memories.Ko: 진수는 이러한 따뜻함이 오랫동안 그리웠음을 느꼈습니다.En: Jinsu realized how much he had missed this warmth.Ko: 그날 밤, 진수는 미소를 띠며 집으로 돌아갔습니다.En: That night, Jinsu returned home with a smile.Ko: 그는 친구들과의 관계를 다시 이어갈 수 있다는 확신을 얻었습니다.En: He felt assured that he could reconnect with his friends.Ko: 그리고 그 순간, 그는 관계의 소중함과 이니셔티브의 힘을 알게 되었습니다.En: In that moment, he understood the value of relationships and the power of initiative.Ko: 혼자서 공원에 올 결정을 했던 자신이 자랑스러웠습니다.En: He was proud of himself for deciding to come to the park alone.Ko: 서울숲의 가을은 끝나가고 있었지만, 진수의 마음엔 새롭게 시작된 따뜻한 우정의 계절이 찾아왔습니다.En: Though autumn was ending in Seoul Forest, Jinsu's heart welcomed a new season of warm friendship. Vocabulary Words:fluttered: 흩날리고rekindle: 다시 이어질exhausted: 피곤함frequency: 빈도emotional distance: 감정의 거리감fragrant: 향긋한awkward: 어색hesitated: 망설였습니다wavered: 갈팡질팡했습니다initiative: 이니셔티브value: 소중함approach: 다가가familiar: 낯익은gathered courage: 스스로에게 용기를 냈습니다crowd: 무리reminisce: 추억을 이야기했습니다assured: 확신을 얻었습니다welcomed: 찾아왔습니다greeting: 인사relationships: 관계spotted: 발견하고wavering: 갈팡질팡carrying: 나르거나realized: 느꼈습니다reconnect: 다시 이어갈hesitate: 망설였습니다profound: 깊은ensued: 이어졌다emphasize: 강조하다approached: 다가갔습니다

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Finding Calm Amidst Chaos: A Friendship Born in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-17-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Håkon satt bøyd over bøkene sine i universitetsbiblioteket i Oslo.En: Håkon sat bent over his books in the university library in Oslo.No: Utenfor blåste kalde høstvinder og trærnes blader danset rundt i luften, og etterlot seg en teppe av rødt og gult på bakken.En: Outside, cold autumn winds blew, and the trees' leaves danced around in the air, leaving a carpet of red and yellow on the ground.No: Det var stille i biblioteket, kun avbrutt av lav summing fra andre studenter som også forberedte seg til vintereksamenene.En: It was quiet in the library, only interrupted by the low murmur from other students who were also preparing for the winter exams.No: Håkon følte presset tynge på skuldrene sine.En: Håkon felt the pressure weighing on his shoulders.No: Ingrid satt ved siden av ham, hennes øyne flakket bekymret mellom bøkene sine og Håkons anspente ansikt.En: Ingrid sat next to him, her eyes flitting worriedly between her books and Håkon's tense face.No: "Håkon, trenger du en pause?En: "Håkon, do you need a break?"No: " spurte hun forsiktig.En: she asked gently.No: Hun visste at Håkon var perfeksjonist, og at han hadde et stort ønske om å sikre et stipend for neste semester.En: She knew that Håkon was a perfectionist and that he had a strong desire to secure a scholarship for the next semester.No: I motsatt ende av bordet satt Sindre.En: At the opposite end of the table sat Sindre.No: Han var en energisk og entusiastisk utvekslingsstudent fra USA, som alltid hadde en positiv kommentar eller en morsom historie.En: He was an energetic and enthusiastic exchange student from the USA, who always had a positive comment or a funny story.No: "Hei, hva om vi tar en liten pause?En: "Hey, how about we take a little break?No: Jeg kan fortelle dere om Thanksgiving!En: I can tell you about Thanksgiving!"No: " Han smilte bredt, og håpet å lette den tunge stemningen.En: He smiled broadly, hoping to lighten the heavy mood.No: Ingrid bet seg i leppen.En: Ingrid bit her lip.No: Hun var redd for at Sindre kanskje distraherte dem litt for mye fra studiene, men hun ønsket også å støtte vennene sine.En: She was afraid that Sindre might distract them a bit too much from their studies, but she also wanted to support her friends.No: "Kanskje en liten pause vil være bra," sa hun, og prøvde å høres oppmuntrende ut.En: "Maybe a little break would be good," she said, trying to sound encouraging.No: Hun husket hvordan Sindre hadde introdusert dem for denne amerikanske høytiden.En: She remembered how Sindre had introduced them to this American holiday.No: Kanskje kunne det bringe litt glede inn i deres stressende hverdag.En: Perhaps it could bring some joy into their stressful everyday life.No: Men Håkon hadde vært for anspent for lenge.En: But Håkon had been too tense for too long.No: Da de begynte å snakke om kalkun og stuffing, ble han plutselig blek.En: As they started talking about turkey and stuffing, he suddenly turned pale.No: Hjertet hans hamret, og han kunne kjenne pusten bli raskere.En: His heart pounded, and he could feel his breath quicken.No: Panikken grep ham i et stramt kjærtegn, og han klarte ikke lenger å skjule frykten sin.En: Panic seized him in a tight grip, and he could no longer hide his fear.No: "Sindre, Ingrid.En: "Sindre, Ingrid...No: jeg trenger hjelp," klarte han til slutt å presse ut, stemmen var svak, men bestemt.En: I need help," he finally managed to press out, his voice was weak but determined.No: Ingrid reiste seg med en gang og satte seg nærmere Håkon.En: Ingrid rose immediately and sat closer to Håkon.No: "Vi er her for deg," sa hun varmende.En: "We are here for you," she said warmly.No: Selv Sindre, som vanligvis var høylytt og morsom, ble alvorlig.En: Even Sindre, who was usually loud and funny, became serious.No: "Vi klarer dette sammen.En: "We can handle this together.No: Ingen stress," sa han beroligende.En: No stress," he said reassuringly.No: De satte seg ned og planla en ny tilnærming til studiegruppen.En: They sat down and planned a new approach to the study group.No: Med Ingrids hjelp, laget de en kalender som inkluderte både studietid og pauser.En: With Ingrid's help, they created a calendar that included both study time and breaks.No: Sindre sørget for at det alltid var noe morsomt å gjøre i pausene.En: Sindre ensured there was always something fun to do during the breaks.No: Han inviterte dem til og med til en liten Thanksgiving-feiring med kalkun og tranebærsaus.En: He even invited them to a small Thanksgiving celebration with turkey and cranberry sauce.No: Da eksamenene kom, følte Håkon seg mer rolig.En: When the exams came, Håkon felt calmer.No: Han lærte å slippe litt av presset og heller spørre vennene sine om hjelp når han trengte det.En: He learned to let go of some of the pressure and instead ask his friends for help when he needed it.No: Ingrid innså hvor viktig det var å holde kontakten med de rundt henne, og takket Sindre for den lette energien han brakte til deres liv i Oslo.En: Ingrid realized how important it was to keep in touch with those around her and thanked Sindre for the light energy he brought to their lives in Oslo.No: Ved semesterets slutt samlet de tre vennene seg på en liten kafé nær biblioteket.En: At semester's end, the three friends gathered at a small café near the library.No: Det var tid for refleksjon og takk.En: It was a time for reflection and gratitude.No: Thanksgiving hadde ikke bare vært en amerikansk tradisjon for dem, men en påminnelse om hvor mye de betydde for hverandre.En: Thanksgiving had not only been an American tradition for them but a reminder of how much they meant to each other.No: Håkon pustet lettet ut.En: Håkon breathed a sigh of relief.No: Han hadde ikke bare funnet balanse i studiene, men også venner han kunne stole på i de mest stressende tider.En: He had not only found balance in his studies but also friends he could rely on during the most stressful times.No: Og det var kanskje den største suksessen av dem alle.En: And that was perhaps the greatest success of all. Vocabulary Words:bent: bøydcarpet: teppemurmur: summingenperfectionist: perfeksjonistscholarship: stipendenthusiastic: entusiastiskexchange student: utvekslingsstudentbroadly: bredtflitting: flakketencouraging: oppmuntrendepanic: panikkendetermined: bestemttense: anspentcalm: roligapproach: tilnærminggrip: kjærtegnensure: sørgetcranberry sauce: tranebærsausreflection: refleksjongratitude: takksecure: sikrestressful: stressenderelief: lettetbalance: balanseisolation: isolasjoncommunal: fellesapproach: tilnærmingblown: blåstewhisper: hviskingpounded: hamret

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Unlocking History's Secrets: A Journey Through Kalemegdan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-11-16-23-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Милица је стајала испред моћних зидина Калемегданске тврђаве, гледајући у ведро небо.En: Milica was standing in front of the mighty walls of the Kalemegdan Fortress, looking at the clear sky.Sr: Јесење сунце је топло обасјавало раскошне боје лишћа које је лагано падало око њих.En: The autumn sun warmly illuminated the rich colors of the leaves that gently fell around them.Sr: Природа је изгледала мирно док је Дунав тихо текао у даљини.En: Nature seemed peaceful as the Danube quietly flowed in the distance.Sr: Земља на којој је стајала била је натопљена историјом, и Милица је осећала жудњу да сазна више о својим коренима.En: The land she stood on was steeped in history, and Milica felt a longing to learn more about her roots.Sr: Њихова учитељица историје Неда, пуна ентузијазма, водила је ученика кроз историјске приче о тврђави.En: Their history teacher Neda, full of enthusiasm, guided the students through historical stories of the fortress.Sr: Њен глас је одјекнуо међу зидовима док су пролазили кроз древне пролазе.En: Her voice resonated among the walls as they passed through ancient passages.Sr: Милица је пратила Недине речи с пажњом, желећи да упије сваки детаљ.En: Milica followed Neda's words with attention, wanting to absorb every detail.Sr: Али Бојањ, њен разредни друг, био је заузет својим телефоном, игноришући величанствене зидине око њих.En: But Bojan, her classmate, was busy with his phone, ignoring the magnificent walls around them.Sr: Његови прсти су прелазили преко екрана док је стално добијао нове поруке.En: His fingers swiped over the screen as messages kept coming in.Sr: Милицу је то нервирало.En: Milica was annoyed by this.Sr: Нико није делио њену фасцинацију историјом, и осећала се изоловано.En: No one shared her fascination with history, and she felt isolated.Sr: Док је група кренула ка следећем видиковцу, Милица се задржала, одлучна да истражи тврђаву сама.En: As the group moved toward the next viewpoint, Milica lingered, determined to explore the fortress on her own.Sr: Кретајући се унутрашњим пребајињама, осетила је хладну камену површину под својим прстима.En: Moving through the inner passages, she felt the cold stone surface under her fingers.Sr: Њене мисли су се вратиле у прошлост, покушавајући да замисли како је место изгледало у време древних српских витезова.En: Her thoughts traveled back in time, trying to imagine what the place looked like during the era of ancient Serbian knights.Sr: Одједном је наишла на натпис уклесан у камен.En: Suddenly, she came across an inscription carved into the stone.Sr: То је био моменат који је тражила.En: This was the moment she had been looking for.Sr: Њена машта је почела да плете слике битака и херојских бранилаца тврђаве.En: Her imagination began weaving images of battles and heroic defenders of the fortress.Sr: Милица је могла да види сенке у околини како оживљавају, осећајући њихову храброст и дух.En: Milica could see the shadows in the surroundings come to life, sensing their courage and spirit.Sr: С узбуђењем се вратила групи и поделила своје откриће са учитељицом Недом, која је била одушевљена.En: Excited, she returned to the group and shared her discovery with her teacher Neda, who was thrilled.Sr: „Милице, имаш дар за проналажење интересантног,“ рекла је Неда, охрабрујући је да настави да истражује.En: "Milica, you have a knack for finding the interesting," Neda said, encouraging her to continue exploring.Sr: Чак је и Бојањ постао радознао.En: Even Bojan became curious.Sr: „Хеј, Милице, можеш ли ми показати тај натпис?En: "Hey, Milica, can you show me that inscription?"Sr: “ упитао је, спуштајући свој телефон на тренутак.En: he asked, putting down his phone for a moment.Sr: Њему је одједном била привлачна тајна коју су скривали древни зидови.En: The mystery hidden by the ancient walls suddenly intrigued him.Sr: Милица се осећала самоуверено и поносно.En: Milica felt confident and proud.Sr: Схватила је да њена љубав према историји није само путовање у прошлост, већ мост који може повезати њен свет са светом оних око ње.En: She realized that her love for history wasn't just a journey into the past but a bridge that could connect her world with the world of those around her.Sr: Као нови дан који почиње, осетила је да сада може бити светлост која инспирише друге.En: Like a new day beginning, she felt that now she could be the light that inspires others.Sr: Њена љубав према прошлости је постала прича која тек треба да се исприча.En: Her love for the past had become a story yet to be told. Vocabulary Words:mighty: моћнихfortress: тврђавеilluminated: обасјавалоrich: раскошнеleaves: лишћаlonging: жудњуroots: коренимаresonated: одјекнуоancient: древнеpassages: пролазеfascination: фасцинацијуisolated: изолованоlingered: задржалаdetermined: одлучнаexplore: истражиsurface: површинуinscription: натписcarved: уклесанimagination: маштаbattles: битакaheroic: херојскихdefenders: бранилацаshadows: сенкеspirit: духexcited: узбуђењемknack: дарencouraging: охрабрујућиcurious: радознаоbridge: мостinspires: инспирише

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Uncharted Waters: A Secret Quest in the Heart of the Forest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-11-06-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El aroma a tierra húmeda invadía los sentidos mientras el grupo de estudiantes avanzaba por el sendero marcado en el bosque.En: The aroma of wet earth invaded the senses as the group of students advanced along the marked path in the forest.Es: Era primavera en el hemisferio sur, una estación perfecta para acampar, rodeados de la naturaleza vibrante.En: It was spring in the southern hemisphere, a perfect season for camping, surrounded by vibrant nature.Es: En medio del grupo, Ramiro miraba a su alrededor con ojos brillantes de emoción.En: In the middle of the group, Ramiro looked around with eyes bright with excitement.Es: Había escuchado rumores de una cascada oculta en la espesura del bosque, y el deseo de encontrarla le llenaba de intriga.En: He had heard rumors of a hidden waterfall in the thickness of the forest, and the desire to find it filled him with intrigue.Es: A su lado, Natalia sujetaba el mapa con firmeza.En: By his side, Natalia held the map firmly.Es: A ella le gustaba saber exactamente a dónde iba y cuál era el plan.En: She liked knowing exactly where she was going and what the plan was.Es: No era partidaria de aventuras espontáneas, y mucho menos de perderse.En: She wasn't a fan of spontaneous adventures, much less getting lost.Es: “Ramiro,” dijo en tono serio, “debemos quedarnos en el sendero que señala el profesor. No podemos separarnos del grupo.”En: "Ramiro," she said in a serious tone, "we must stay on the path that the professor indicates. We can't separate from the group."Es: Ramiro asintió, pero su mente ya maquinaba una manera de convencer a Natalia para explorar.En: Ramiro nodded, but his mind was already devising a way to convince Natalia to explore.Es: “Oye, Natalia, hemos oído tanto sobre esa cascada. Podríamos echar un vistazo rápido,” propuso con una sonrisa persuasiva.En: "Hey, Natalia, we've heard so much about that waterfall. We could take a quick look," he proposed with a persuasive smile.Es: Natalia suspiró, dudando.En: Natalia sighed, hesitating.Es: Su sentido común le decía que lo mejor era seguir el camino indicado, pero algo en la curiosidad de Ramiro empezó a contagiarla.En: Her common sense told her that it was best to follow the indicated path, but something in Ramiro's curiosity began to infect her.Es: “Está bien, pero vamos con cuidado. No quiero perderme.”En: "Alright, but let's be careful. I don't want to get lost."Es: Así fue como, bajo el pretexto de buscar una planta de la que habían hablado en clase, se internaron en la densidad del bosque.En: So it was that, under the pretext of looking for a plant they had talked about in class, they ventured into the density of the forest.Es: Las hojas susurraban con el viento y los rayos de sol se filtraban en las alturas, creando un espectáculo de luces y sombras en el suelo.En: The leaves whispered in the wind and the sun's rays filtered through the heights, creating a spectacle of lights and shadows on the ground.Es: El camino no era fácil; debían sortear ramas y raíces que se alzaban como obstáculos.En: The path was not easy; they had to dodge branches and roots that rose like obstacles.Es: La emoción crecía a medida que los sonidos del agua se hacían más fuertes.En: The excitement grew as the sounds of water became louder.Es: Finalmente, tras pasar una espesa cortina de enredaderas, allí estaba la recompensa: una hermosa cascada que caía en un claro, rodeada de rocas cubiertas de musgo.En: Finally, after passing a thick curtain of vines, there was the reward: a beautiful waterfall falling into a clearing, surrounded by moss-covered rocks.Es: El agua brillaba bajo el sol y la vista era impresionante.En: The water gleamed under the sun and the sight was breathtaking.Es: Ramiro y Natalia se miraron sorprendidos.En: Ramiro and Natalia looked at each other surprised.Es: “Lo hicimos,” dijo él, con una mezcla de orgullo y alivio.En: "We did it," he said, with a mix of pride and relief.Es: Sin embargo, la euforia pronto dio paso a la preocupación.En: However, the euphoria soon gave way to concern.Es: La vuelta sería complicada.En: The way back would be complicated.Es: Los árboles todos parecían iguales y las marcas en el camino desaparecieron de la vista.En: The trees all looked the same and the marks on the path disappeared from view.Es: Intentaron recordar el camino de regreso, pero nada les resultaba familiar.En: They tried to remember the way back, but nothing seemed familiar.Es: La preocupación se convirtió en una oportunidad para que Natalia tomara la iniciativa.En: The concern turned into an opportunity for Natalia to take the initiative.Es: Con calma, sugirió un método: seguir el sonido del campamento hasta llegar al sendero principal.En: Calmly, she suggested a method: follow the sound of the camp until reaching the main path.Es: Así, después de un tiempo que parecía eterno, lograron volver justo a tiempo para el conteo del profesor.En: Thus, after a time that seemed endless, they managed to return just in time for the professor's count.Es: De vuelta junto al grupo, Ramiro agradeció a Natalia por su cautela y guía.En: Back with the group, Ramiro thanked Natalia for her caution and guidance.Es: “Eres muy buena con los mapas, Natalia. Sin ti, no hubiera encontrado el camino de regreso.”En: "You're really good with maps, Natalia. Without you, I wouldn't have found the way back."Es: “Gracias, Ramiro,” respondió ella, sonriendo. “Quizás ser espontáneos tiene sus beneficios.”En: "Thank you, Ramiro," she replied, smiling. "Maybe being spontaneous has its benefits."Es: Desde ese día, Ramiro y Natalia guardaron el secreto de su aventura en el bosque.En: From that day, Ramiro and Natalia kept the secret of their adventure in the forest.Es: Aprendieron a valorar las habilidades del otro, y una pequeña chispa de aventura permaneció en los ojos de Natalia, mientras Ramiro adquiría respeto por el orden y la planificación.En: They learned to value each other's skills, and a small spark of adventure remained in Natalia's eyes, while Ramiro acquired respect for order and planning.Es: La naturaleza había sido el escenario perfecto para hacer crecer tanto su amistad como su aprecio mutuo.En: Nature had been the perfect setting to grow both their friendship and their mutual appreciation. Vocabulary Words:the aroma: el aromathe senses: los sentidosthe path: el senderothe forest: el bosquethe excitement: la emociónthe rumor: el rumorthe waterfall: la cascadathe desire: el deseothe intrigue: la intrigathe map: el mapathe plan: el planthe adventure: la aventurathe obstacle: el obstáculothe vines: las enredaderasthe reward: la recompensathe clearing: el clarothe moss: el musgothe euphoria: la euforiathe concern: la preocupaciónthe initiative: la iniciativathe guidance: la guíathe caution: la cautelathe count: el conteothe secret: el secretothe friendship: la amistadthe appreciation: el apreciothe density: la densidadthe roots: las raícesthe opportunity: la oportunidadthe spark: la chispa

Fluent Fiction - Korean: From Market Stalls to Culinary Dreams: Jinsu's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-04-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 남대문 시장은 언제나 활기에 넘쳤습니다.En: The Namdaemun Market was always bustling with energy.Ko: 가을 바람이 불어오고, 길쭉하게 서 있는 노점들 사이에 구운 고기와 매콤한 향기의 냄새가 흐르고 있었습니다.En: As the autumn wind blew in, the scent of grilled meat and spicy aromas flowed between the long-standing food stalls.Ko: 진수는 가족의 분식 노점에서 일하며 손님들을 맞이했습니다.En: Jinsu worked at his family's snack stall, welcoming customers.Ko: 그는 어릴 때부터 요리를 좋아했습니다.En: He had loved cooking since he was young.Ko: 남대문 시장에서 일하지만, 그는 언젠가 자신의 레스토랑을 여는 것을 꿈꿨습니다.En: Although he worked at Namdaemun Market, he dreamed of opening his own restaurant one day.Ko: "여기! 떡볶이 두 개 주세요!" 하정은 손님이 주문하자 바쁘게 움직였습니다.En: "Over here! Two orders of tteokbokki, please!" As a customer ordered, Hajeong moved busily.Ko: 진수는 항상 그녀의 빠른 손놀림을 보며 자신이 더 잘할 수 있다고 생각했습니다.En: Jinsu always thought that he could do better as he watched her swift hands.Ko: 그러다 남는 시간에는 자신의 특별한 요리법을 실험하곤 했습니다.En: Then, during his free time, he would experiment with his own special recipes.Ko: 태현은 시장의 친구였습니다.En: Taehyun was a friend from the market.Ko: 그는 종종 진수의 노점에 들러 친구를 응원했습니다.En: He often stopped by Jinsu's stall to support his friend.Ko: "진수야, 꿈은 좀 어때? 잘 되고 있어?" 태현이 물었습니다.En: "Hey, Jinsu, how's your dream going? Is it coming along well?" Taehyun asked.Ko: "아직 멀었어. 돈을 모으는 게 쉽지 않네," 진수는 한숨을 쉬며 대답했습니다.En: "It's still a long way off. Saving money isn't easy," Jinsu replied with a sigh.Ko: 쉬운 일은 아니었지만, 시장을 걷는 동안 진수는 언젠가 자신의 메뉴판에 이 요리들을 올리고 싶다는 열망이 가득했습니다.En: It wasn't easy, but as Jinsu walked through the market, he was filled with the desire to one day serve these dishes on his own menu.Ko: 어느 날, 유명한 음식 평론가가 시장을 방문했습니다.En: One day, a famous food critic visited the market.Ko: 진수는 기회를 놓치지 않기로 했습니다.En: Jinsu decided not to miss this opportunity.Ko: 그는 자신이 개발한 특별한 요리를 평론가에게 대접했습니다.En: He served the critic a special dish he had developed.Ko: 평론가는 입맛을 다시며 "정말 맛있네요!"라며 칭찬했습니다.En: The critic smacked his lips, praising, "This is really delicious!"Ko: 이날 이후, 진수의 마음은 더 열정적으로 뛰었습니다.En: After this day, Jinsu's heart raced with more passion.Ko: 그는 가족과 솔직한 대화를 나누기로 결심했습니다.En: He decided to have an honest conversation with his family.Ko: 가족들은 그의 열정을 이해하고, 진수의 꿈을 응원하기로 했습니다.En: Understanding his passion, his family decided to support Jinsu's dream.Ko: "우린 네가 원하는 대로 해. 네 요리 정말 맛있어!" 라고 말했습니다.En: "Do whatever you want. Your cooking is really delicious!" they said.Ko: 진수는 드디어 자신만의 레스토랑을 열었습니다.En: Jinsu finally opened his own restaurant.Ko: 시장의 바쁜 거리에서 나가 더 큰 세상으로 나아갈 수 있었습니다.En: He was able to step out from the busy streets of the market into a bigger world.Ko: 그는 가족의 지지를 얻어 새로운 도전에 나설 자신감을 얻었습니다.En: With the support of his family, he gained the confidence to take on new challenges.Ko: 열린 대화가 얼마나 중요한지 깨달았고, 가족의 사랑과 신뢰가 그의 가슴을 따뜻하게 감쌌습니다.En: He realized how important open dialogue was, and the love and trust of his family warmed his heart.Ko: 그러면서 누군가는 즉석에서 그의 요리를 맛보기를 멈추지 않았습니다.En: Meanwhile, some couldn't stop tasting his dishes on the spot.Ko: 진수의 꿈은 이렇게 시작되었습니다.En: This is how Jinsu's dream began. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 활기에 넘친autumn: 가을aromas: 향기stalls: 노점welcoming: 맞이하다dreamed: 꿈꾸다watch: 보다swift: 빠른experiment: 실험하다critic: 평론가smacked: 입맛을 다시다praising: 칭찬하다passion: 열정honest: 솔직한confidence: 자신감challenges: 도전dialogue: 대화trust: 신뢰heart: 가슴support: 응원하다grilled: 구운recipes: 요리법developed: 개발하다desire: 열망missing: 놓치다served: 대접하다realized: 깨닫다warm: 따뜻하게 하다special: 특별한opportunity: 기회

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: A Seasonal Connection: Finding Meaning in Yerushalayim's Shuk Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-03-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: השוק בירושלים היה מקום מלא חיים וסיפורים.En: The shuk in Yerushalayim was a place full of life and stories.He: בתקופת הסתיו, השוק היה מתמלא בצבעי עלים צהבהבים-חומים ובהמולת הרוכלים והקונים שהסתובבו בין הדוכנים.En: During the autumn season, the market would be filled with the colors of yellow-brown leaves and the hustle and bustle of vendors and buyers wandering between the stalls.He: הריח של תבלינים, בדים ותכשיטים היה באוויר.En: The scent of spices, fabrics, and jewelry filled the air.He: סביב הסוכות המאולתרות נשמעו קולות מקהלת השופרות מהדהדים במרחק.En: Around the makeshift booths, the echoing sounds of the shofar choir could be heard in the distance.He: נעם, בחור מתבודד ונבון, הלך בשוק בירושלים וחיפש מתנה מיוחדת לחג הסוכות.En: Noam, a solitary and wise young man, was walking through the shuk in Yerushalayim, searching for a special gift for the holiday of Sukkot.He: הוא אהב את סיפורי ירושלים ורצה מתנה שתתחבר למסורת העשירה של העיר.En: He loved the stories of Yerushalayim and wanted a gift that would connect to the city's rich traditions.He: בדוכן של אביבה ושירה, אחיות מסורות, אפשר היה למצוא תכשיטים מעשה ידיה של אביבה.En: At the stall of Aviva and Shira, dedicated sisters, one could find jewelry crafted by Aviva's hands.He: אביבה הייתה אמנית מוכשרת, מלאת רצון לעצמאות והצלחה בעבודתה.En: Aviva was a talented artist, full of desire for independence and success in her work.He: היא יצרה תכשיטים מכל הלב ושירה, אחותה האוהדת, תמיד שם כדי לעזור ולתמוך.En: She created jewelry with all her heart, and Shira, her supportive sister, was always there to help and support.He: נעם התקרב לדוכן של אביבה והביט בתכשיטים בחיפוש אחר מתנה מיוחדת.En: Noam approached Aviva's stall and looked at the jewelry in search of a special gift.He: הוא נראה מהוסס, ולא ידע בדיוק מה הוא מחפש.En: He appeared hesitant and wasn't exactly sure what he was looking for.He: אביבה עיינה בו בזהירות, ומהססת אם לפתוח בשיחה.En: Aviva glanced at him cautiously, wondering whether to start a conversation.He: "היי," קראה אביבה, "אתה מחפש משהו מיוחד?En: "Hey," Aviva called out, "Are you looking for something special?"He: ""כן," השיב נעם, "אני מחפש מתנה שתתקשר להיסטוריה של ירושלים.En: "Yes," replied Noam, "I'm looking for a gift that connects to the history of Yerushalayim."He: "אביבה הרגישה אי-נוחות לרגע, אך החליטה לפתוח את לבה.En: Aviva felt uncomfortable for a moment but decided to open her heart.He: היא סיפרה לנעם על השראה מאחורי כל תכשיט, השפעותיה מהעיר ומהתרבות העשירה שהיא משמרת.En: She shared with Noam the inspiration behind each piece of jewelry, her influences from the city, and the rich culture she preserves.He: נעם קלט את הסיפורים והתחיל להבין שלמעשה, הוא מחפש לא רק מתנה, אלא קשר אישי, משהו שמעבר לעבר החומרי.En: Noam absorbed the stories and began to realize that, in fact, he was searching not just for a gift, but for a personal connection, something beyond materiality.He: כשהוא התעניין בתכשיט מסוים, אביבה סיפרה לו על רעיון העיצוב והסיפור מאחוריו.En: When he showed interest in a particular piece of jewelry, Aviva told him about the design concept and the story behind it.He: פתאום, נעם הבין - זה לא היה רק התכשיט שהוא חיפש, אלא גם ההתלהבות והקשר שהוא חש עם יוצרתו.En: Suddenly, Noam understood—it wasn't just the jewelry he was looking for, but also the enthusiasm and the connection he felt with its creator.He: הוא בחר לקנות את התכשיט ולרגע השניים עמדו שם, מחויכים.En: He chose to buy the piece, and for a moment, the two stood there smiling.He: אביבה הרגישה כי התכשיט שלה מצא אדם שמעריך את עבודתה ואת מאמציה.En: Aviva felt that her jewelry had found someone who appreciated her work and her efforts.He: היא הבינה שעבודתה היא בעלת משמעות וערך לעוסקי בתרבות ובמסורת.En: She realized that her work held meaning and value for those engaged in culture and tradition.He: כשנעם יצא מהשוק, הוא חייך - הוא לא רק מצא מתנה, הוא גם זכה בקשר אישי וחווייתי, והיא הרוויחה ביטחון בעבודתה וביכולת להשפיע.En: As Noam left the shuk, he smiled—not only had he found a gift, but he had also gained a personal and experiential connection, and she gained confidence in her work and her ability to make an impact.He: זה היה חיבור עמוק לשניהם, קשר בין אנשים וסיפורים עתיקים.En: It was a deep connection for both of them, a bond between people and ancient stories. Vocabulary Words:shuk: שוקvendors: רוכליםwrestle: מלא חייםsolitary: מתבודדwise: נבוןsukkot: סוכותcrafted: מעשהtalented: מוכשרתindependence: עצמאותsupports: תומכתhesitant: מהוססcautiously: בזהירותinspiration: השראהabsorb: קולטmateriality: חומריdesign concept: רעיון העיצובenthusiasm: התלהבותcreator: יוצרתappreciated: מעריךconfidence: ביטחוןimpact: להשפיעbond: חיבורbooths: סוכותchoir: מקהלתechoing: מהדהדיםmakeshift: מאולתרותstories: סיפוריםfabric: בדיםexperiential: חווייתיsupportive: אוהדתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Aviva's Hidden Discovery: Unearthing Forgotten Wonders Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-02-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: המוזאון למדע היה שוקק חיים בסתיו ההוא.En: The science museum was bustling with life that autumn.He: המקום היה מלא משפחות וקבוצות בית ספר, וכולם רצו ללמוד על חלל, ביולוגיה ופיזיקה דרך התצוגות האינטראקטיביות.En: The place was full of families and school groups, all eager to learn about space, biology, and physics through the interactive displays.He: אביבה, איתן וליאורה הסתובבו יחד.En: Aviva, Eitan, and Liora wandered around together.He: איתן וליאורה היו בטוחים ומלאי ביטחון עצמי, ואביבה הרגישה לפעמים בצילם.En: Eitan and Liora were confident and self-assured, while Aviva sometimes felt overshadowed by them.He: היא הייתה סקרנית ותמיד רצתה להוכיח את עצמה, אבל חשה חששות.En: She was curious and always wanted to prove herself, but felt hesitant at times.He: פתאום היא הבחינה במשהו מוזר — מעבר אפל בפינה לא מוארת של המוזאון.En: Suddenly, she noticed something strange—a dark passageway in an unlit corner of the museum.He: על המפה של המוזאון לא הייתה כל התייחסות למקום הזה.En: There was no mention of this place on the museum map.He: "איתן, ליאורה!En: "Eitan, Liora!He: ראיתם את המסדרון שלה?En: Did you see that corridor?"He: " שאלה אביבה בעיניים נוצצות.En: asked Aviva, her eyes sparkling.He: חבריה לא שמו לב קודם לכן.En: Her friends hadn't noticed it before.He: "היי, זה לא נראה על המפה," אמר איתן.En: "Hey, it's not on the map," said Eitan.He: ליאורה הביטה סביבה והוסיפה, "אולי זה סתם אחסון.En: Looking around, Liora added, "Maybe it's just storage."He: "אביבה חשה ברעיון מתבשל בלבה.En: Aviva felt an idea brewing in her heart.He: מה אם יש שם משהו מיוחד ומרתק?En: What if there was something special and intriguing there?He: היא החליטה שזה הזמן להוכיח לעצמה שהיא גם יכולה.En: She decided it was time to prove to herself that she could do it.He: לאט לאט, היא חבשה אומץ והתקרבה למסדרון בלי שאף אחד ישים לב.En: Gradually, she gathered courage and approached the corridor without anyone noticing.He: כאשר היא נכנסה לשם, היא שמה לב שהמקום נעול.En: When she got there, she realized the place was locked.He: אך האדרנלין שזרם בגופה לא עצר אותה.En: Yet the adrenaline coursing through her veins didn't stop her.He: היא הסתכלה מסביב וראתה חלון קטן מעט פתוח.En: She looked around and saw a small, slightly open window.He: היא הצליחה לטפס דרכו.En: She managed to climb through it.He: בתוך החלל המוזנח התגלתה תצוגה מופלאה של מכונה עתיקה.En: Inside the neglected space, an amazing display of an ancient machine was revealed.He: אביבה התקרבה והתבוננה בפרטים המורכבים שלה.En: Aviva moved closer and examined its complex details.He: זו הייתה מכונה שהייתה יכולה לדמות מזג אוויר!En: It was a machine that could simulate weather!He: היא החלה לעיין בחומרים והבינה שהמכונה הזו נשכחה, אבל כוח הפרי הנותר היה כביר.En: She began going through the materials and realized that this machine had been forgotten, but the remaining potential was immense.He: אביבה יצאה מהחדר, מלאה בהתרגשות, וסיפרה לאיתן וליאורה.En: Aviva left the room, filled with excitement, and told Eitan and Liora.He: הם היו מופתעים.En: They were astonished.He: "וואו, אביבה, זה מדהים!En: "Wow, Aviva, that's amazing!"He: " אמרו בקול אחד.En: they exclaimed in unison.He: לרגע של גאווה, הם הסתכלו אליה בהערכה מחודשת.En: For a moment of pride, they looked at her with newfound appreciation.He: אביבה חשה שהלב שלה פועם חזק.En: Aviva felt her heart beating strongly.He: היא עברה את הפחד והספק, והצליחה להפתיע אפילו את עצמה.En: She had overcome fear and doubt and managed to surprise even herself.He: כעת, היא ידעה שהערך שלה טמון בסקרנות ובהחלטות שלה, ולא במה שאחרים חושבים.En: Now, she knew her value lay in her curiosity and decisions, not in what others thought.He: היכן שהם עמדו במוזאון לא השתנה דבר, אבל משהו בתוך אביבה היה שונה לגמרי.En: Where they stood in the museum, nothing had changed, but something inside Aviva was completely different.He: היא יצאה מהמוזאון כהרבה יותר ממה שנכנסה אליו, כשחיוך רחב על פניה, מוכנה לאתגרים הבאים שיבואו.En: She left the museum as much more than what she had been when she entered, with a wide smile on her face, ready for the next challenges to come. Vocabulary Words:bustling: שוקק חייםeager: רצוself-assured: מלאי ביטחון עצמיovershadowed: בצילםhesitant: חששהsparkling: נוצצותbrewing: מתבשלcourage: חבשה אומץadrenaline: האדרנליןcoursing: זרםveins: גופהneglected: המוזנחrevealed: התגלתהcomplex: מורכביםsimulate: לדמותimmense: כבירastonished: מופתעיםunison: בקול אחדpride: גאווהappreciation: בהערכהovercome: עברהfear: פחדdoubt: ספקcuriosity: סקרנותdecisions: החלטותremained: לא השתנהchallenges: אתגריםnoticed: הבחינהconfident: בטוחיםintriguing: מרתקBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: The Power of One Vote: How Small Actions Create Big Change Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-01-07-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 가을이 깊어가는 어느 날, 진수와 해진은 지역 시민 회관으로 향했다.En: One deepening autumn day, Jinsu and Haejin headed to the local community center.Ko: 그곳은 오늘 투표소로 변신했다.En: Today, it had transformed into a polling place.Ko: 입구에는 가을 단풍 장식과 "당신의 투표가 세상을 바꿉니다"라는 배너가 걸려 있었다.En: At the entrance, there were autumn foliage decorations and a banner that read, "Your vote changes the world."Ko: 진수는 투표를 중요하게 생각했다.En: Jinsu believed voting was important.Ko: 그는 늘 친구들에게도 투표의 중요성을 전하고 싶어했다.En: He always wanted to communicate the significance of voting to his friends.Ko: 해진은 투표소 앞에서 멈칫했다.En: Haejin hesitated in front of the polling place.Ko: "이봐, 진수야.En: "Hey, Jinsu.Ko: 내 한 표가 무슨 의미가 있겠어?En: What difference can my single vote make?"Ko: " 해진의 눈에는 회의적인 빛이 어렸다.En: There was a skeptical look in Haejin's eyes.Ko: 진수는 그런 해진을 바라보며 미소를 지었다.En: Jinsu looked at Haejin and smiled.Ko: "알아, 해진.En: "I know, Haejin.Ko: 하지만 한 표가 세상을 바꿀 수 있어.En: But one vote can change the world."Ko: "회관 안에는 민지가 있었다.En: Inside the center was Minji.Ko: 민지는 열정적인 봉사자였다.En: Minji was an enthusiastic volunteer.Ko: 사람들을 도우며 환한 미소를 짓고 있었다.En: She was helping people with a bright smile.Ko: "안녕하세요!En: "Hello!Ko: 투표하러 오셨나요?En: Are you here to vote?"Ko: " 그녀는 진수와 해진에게 다가가며 물었다.En: she asked as she approached Jinsu and Haejin.Ko: 진수는 해진에게 고개를 돌렸다.En: Jinsu turned to Haejin.Ko: "내 이야기를 해볼게.En: "Let me tell you a story.Ko: 몇 년 전, 작은 선거가 있었어.En: A few years ago, there was a small election.Ko: 그때 당선자가 중요한 정책을 변경했거든.En: The winner then changed an important policy.Ko: 그 정책이 내 가족에게 큰 영향을 미쳤지.En: That policy had a huge impact on my family."Ko: "해진은 조용히 진수의 이야기를 들었다.En: Haejin quietly listened to Jinsu's story.Ko: 그때 민지가 즉흥적인 연설을 시작했다.En: At that moment, Minji started an impromptu speech.Ko: "여러분, 모든 변화는 작은 것에서부터 시작됩니다!En: "Everyone, all change starts from something small!Ko: 우리의 목소리는 중요합니다.En: Our voices matter.Ko: 우리의 참여가 미래를 만들어요.En: Our participation creates the future."Ko: "진수의 진심과 민지의 힘찬 연설은 해진의 마음을 움직였다.En: Jinsu's sincerity and Minji's passionate speech stirred Haejin's heart.Ko: 해진은 조용히 고개를 끄덕였다.En: Haejin quietly nodded.Ko: "알았어, 이해했어.En: "Got it, I understand.Ko: 가서 투표할게.En: I'll go vote."Ko: "해진은 기표소로 향했다.En: Haejin headed to the voting booth.Ko: 진수와 민지는 미소를 지었다.En: Jinsu and Minji smiled.Ko: 그날의 가을 바람처럼, 해진의 마음에도 작은 변화가 시작되었다.En: Like the autumn breeze that day, a small change started in Haejin's heart.Ko: 해진은 투표가 자신의 책임임을 느끼고, 앞으로 매번 참여하겠다고 다짐했다.En: He felt that voting was his responsibility and pledged to participate every time from then on.Ko: 그날 시민 회관에서는 작은 변화가 시작된 것이었다.En: That day at the community center, a small change had begun. Vocabulary Words:deepening: 깊어가는headed: 향했다transformed: 변신했다foliage: 단풍skeptical: 회의적인enthusiastic: 열정적인volunteer: 봉사자approached: 다가가며story: 이야기election: 선거policy: 정책impact: 영향quietly: 조용히impromptu: 즉흥적인participation: 참여sincerity: 진심stirred: 움직였다booth: 모루breeze: 바람pledged: 다짐했다responsibility: 책임community center: 시민 회관autumn: 가을declaration: 배너significance: 중요성sincerity: 진심nodded: 끄덕였다moment: 순간transformed: 변신했다hesitated: 머뭇거렸다

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Oslo's Office Halloween: The Magic of Collaborative Costumes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-30-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: På en kjølig høstmorgen i Oslo hastet Sigrid gjennom de travle gatene.En: On a chilly autumn morning in Oslo, Sigrid hurried through the busy streets.No: Hun tenkte på den kommende Halloween-festen på kontoret.En: She was thinking about the upcoming Halloween party at the office.No: Kontorvinduene i høghuset var allerede dekket av oransje og svarte strømmer, spøkelsesklare gresskar og kunstige edderkopper, som ga alt en spennende atmosfære.En: The office windows in the high-rise were already covered with orange and black streamers, ghostly pumpkins, and artificial spiders, giving everything an exciting atmosphere.No: Sigrid var en pliktoppfyllende prosjektleder.En: Sigrid was a diligent project manager.No: Hun var alltid fokusert på sitt arbeide, men i hemmelighet ønsket hun å imponere kollegene sine på Halloween-festen.En: She was always focused on her work, but in secret, she wanted to impress her colleagues at the Halloween party.No: Hun ville vinne kostymekonkurransen.En: She wanted to win the costume contest.No: Men tiden var knapp.En: But time was tight.No: Arbeidsmengden hadde vært stor, og hun hadde ennå ikke funnet et unikt kostyme.En: The workload had been heavy, and she still hadn't found a unique costume.No: På kontoret møtte hun Lars, den alltid glade IT-spesialisten.En: At the office, she met Lars, the ever-cheerful IT specialist.No: Han var selve livligheten på kontoret, alltid klar for en fest.En: He was the very life of the office, always ready for a party.No: "Hei, Sigrid!En: "Hey, Sigrid!"No: " smilte han.En: he smiled.No: "Har du funnet ut hva du skal kle deg ut som?En: "Have you figured out what you're going to dress up as?"No: "Sigrid rynket pannen.En: Sigrid frowned.No: "Jeg har ingen idé, Lars.En: "I have no idea, Lars.No: Jeg har hatt så mye å gjøre.En: I've had so much to do."No: "Ved kaffemaskinen sto Eva, den rolige dataanalysten.En: By the coffee machine stood Eva, the calm data analyst.No: Hun var mer komfortabel med tall enn med mennesker, men hun hadde bestemt seg for å bryte ut av skallet sitt på festen.En: She was more comfortable with numbers than with people, but she had decided to break out of her shell at the party.No: "Hva om vi gjør noe sammen?En: "What if we do something together?"No: " foreslo Eva forsiktig.En: Eva suggested cautiously.No: "Kanskje en gruppe kostyme?En: "Maybe a group costume?"No: "Sigrids øyne lyste opp.En: Sigrid's eyes lit up.No: "Det er en god idé!En: "That's a good idea!No: Vi kan kombinere kreativiteten vår.En: We can combine our creativity."No: "Lars nikket entusiastisk.En: Lars nodded enthusiastically.No: "Hva med å være et klassisk skummelt trekløver?En: "How about being a classic spooky trio?No: Hekser, zombier og varulver!En: Witches, zombies, and werewolves!"No: "Men Sigrid hadde en annen idé.En: But Sigrid had another idea.No: "Hva med noe mer moderne?En: "What about something more modern?No: En ‘corporate horror story'?En: A ‘corporate horror story'?No: Som zombieboss, spøkelsesansatt, og vampyrvikar?En: Like zombie boss, ghost employee, and vampire substitute?"No: "Eva lo, en sjelden lyd fra henne.En: Eva laughed, a rare sound from her.No: "Jeg kan være spøkelset," sa hun.En: "I can be the ghost," she said.No: "Jeg er vant til å føle meg som en usynlig kraft.En: "I'm used to feeling like an invisible force."No: "De tre kollegene satte seg i gang med planleggingen.En: The three colleagues set to planning.No: Sigrid brukte sin prosjektlederkompetanse til å lage en tidsplan.En: Sigrid used her project management skills to create a schedule.No: Lars sjonglerte IT-timene sine for å finne tid til å handle inn elementene de trengte.En: Lars juggled his IT hours to find time to shop for the elements they needed.No: Eva brukte datanettverket sitt til å finne inspirasjon og ideer.En: Eva used her data network to find inspiration and ideas.No: Dagen for festen kom.En: The day of the party came.No: Kontoret var fylt med duften av gresskarpai og krydder.En: The office was filled with the scent of pumpkin pie and spices.No: Gangen var full av ansatte kledd som alt fra superhelter til pirater.En: The hallway was full of employees dressed as everything from superheroes to pirates.No: Da Sigrid, Lars, og Eva gjorde sin store entre, snudde alle hodene seg.En: When Sigrid, Lars, and Eva made their grand entrance, all heads turned.No: Der sto de, i en sømløs kombinasjon av moderne skrekk.En: There they stood, in a seamless combination of modern horror.No: Folk applauderte, og latteren fylte rommet.En: People applauded, and laughter filled the room.No: Dommerne, som besto av kontorets ledelse, var imponert.En: The judges, consisting of the office management, were impressed.No: "Vinnerne av årets kostymekonkurranse er Sigrid, Lars, og Eva!En: "The winners of this year's costume competition are Sigrid, Lars, and Eva!"No: " annonserte de.En: they announced.No: Det var en seier for laget.En: It was a victory for the team.No: Sigrid smilte bredt og innså noe viktig - samarbeid kunne skape magi.En: Sigrid smiled broadly and realized something important - collaboration could create magic.No: Å vinne sammen med sine kolleger var bedre enn å vinne alene.En: Winning together with her colleagues was better than winning alone.No: Den dagen lærte hun at sjarmen i felles anstrengelser ofte overgår personlig ambisjon.En: That day she learned that the charm in joint efforts often surpasses personal ambition.No: De tre kollegene forlot festen, raskere og styrket, klar for neste prosjekt sammen.En: The three colleagues left the party, quicker and strengthened, ready for the next project together. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjølighigh-rise: høghusatmosphere: atmosfærediligent: pliktoppfyllendeupcoming: kommendecontest: konkurranseworkload: arbeidsmengdefrowned: rynket pannencalm: roligcautiously: forsiktigenthusiastically: entusiastisktrio: trekløvermodern: moderneghostly: spøkelsesklareunique: uniktjuggled: sjonglertesubstitute: vikarinspiration: inspirasjonseamless: sømløsapplauded: applaudertejudges: dommernecollaboration: samarbeidcharm: sjarmefforts: anstrengelserambition: ambisjonstrengthened: styrketspider: edderkoppnetwork: datanettverkinvisible: usynligspices: krydder

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Harnessing Teamwork: Milan's Transformative Corporate Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-10-30-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: У ужурбаном корпоративном канцеларијском простору, Милан је седео за својим столом, окружен папирима и лаптопом.En: In the bustling corporate office space, Milan sat at his desk, surrounded by papers and a laptop.Sr: Јесен је у пуном јеку, и док је поглед са прозора откривао дрвеће покривено нијансама наранџасте и црвене, Милан није имао времена да ужива у том призору.En: Autumn was in full swing, and while the view from the window revealed trees covered in shades of orange and red, Milan had no time to enjoy the scenery.Sr: Јавор је мешао боје, као и његове мисли.En: The maple was mixing colors, just like his thoughts.Sr: Милан је био марљив менаџер у мултинационалној компанији.En: Milan was a diligent manager in a multinational company.Sr: Његов следећи задатак био је изузетно важан: презентација у Београду.En: His next task was extremely important: a presentation in Belgrade.Sr: Његова амбиција га је водила да освоји признање и промоцију.En: His ambition drove him to seek recognition and promotion.Sr: Ипак, нервоза због презентације га је оптеравала, посебно када је помислио на могуће техничке проблеме.En: However, the nerves about the presentation weighed on him, especially when he thought about potential technical problems.Sr: Јована, његова колегиница, била је на другом крају отвореног простора.En: Jovana, his colleague, was on the other end of the open space.Sr: Увек је знала како да растера тензију шалом или инспиративним коментаром.En: She always knew how to break the tension with a joke or an inspiring comment.Sr: Њене речи су увек биле охрабрујуће и подржавале су тимску атмосферу.En: Her words were always encouraging and supported the team atmosphere.Sr: Док је Милан гледао у екран, размишљајући о следећем кораку, појавила се Јована са шољом кафе у руци.En: As Milan stared at the screen, contemplating the next step, Jovana appeared with a cup of coffee in hand.Sr: "Хеј, Милане, треба ли ти помоћ за сутрашњу презентацију?En: "Hey, Milane, do you need help with tomorrow's presentation?"Sr: " упитала је са осмехом.En: she asked with a smile.Sr: Милан се двоумио.En: Milan hesitated.Sr: Његов его је сугерисао да би требао све сам, али рационална мисао му је говорила да прихвати Јованину понуду.En: His ego suggested he should handle everything himself, but rational thinking told him to accept Jovana's offer.Sr: На крају је одлучио.En: In the end, he decided.Sr: "Можда би било добро да имам твоје мишљење," одговорио је.En: "It might be good to have your opinion," he replied.Sr: Сутрадан су се заједно допутовали у Београд.En: The next day, they traveled together to Belgrade.Sr: Простор за презентацију био је модеран, са стакленим преградама и савременом технологијом.En: The presentation space was modern, with glass partitions and contemporary technology.Sr: Миланово срце је брзо куцало, али знао је да има подршку.En: Milan's heart was pounding, but he knew he had support.Sr: Како су ту и тамо падале жуто-црвене лиске по улицама града, атмосфера је носила дашак свеже инспирације.En: As yellow and red leaves occasionally fell on the streets of the city, the atmosphere carried a breath of fresh inspiration.Sr: Када је презентација почела, све је текло глатко, али онда је технички проблем прекинуо његов ток мисли.En: When the presentation began, everything flowed smoothly, but then a technical problem interrupted his train of thought.Sr: Пројектор је престао да ради.En: The projector stopped working.Sr: Паника је заменила самопоуздање.En: Panic replaced his confidence.Sr: Милан је брзо размишљао како да реши проблем.En: Milan quickly thought of a way to solve the problem.Sr: Из публике, Јована му је дискретно добацила: "Импровизуј, Милане.En: From the audience, Jovana discreetly signaled to him: "Improvise, Milane."Sr: " Њен глас је био тих и смирен, али довољан да га врати у садашњи тренутак.En: Her voice was quiet and calm but enough to bring him back to the present moment.Sr: Милан је дубоко удахнуо и прешао на причање, користећи самоуверено свој глас.En: Milan took a deep breath and switched to storytelling, confidently using his voice.Sr: Када је презентација стигла до краја, Милан је добио велики аплауз.En: When the presentation concluded, Milan received a big round of applause.Sr: Његови надређени били су импресионирани његовим снађењем и спремношћу.En: His superiors were impressed with his resourcefulness and readiness.Sr: На крају је схватио да је његов успех произашао из тимског рада и помоћи коју је добио.En: In the end, he realized that his success came from teamwork and the help he received.Sr: Осећао је промену у себи.En: He felt a change within himself.Sr: Више није сумњао, јер је научио да поверење у сараднике доноси најбоље резултате.En: He no longer doubted, as he had learned that trusting colleagues brings the best results.Sr: Тимски рад је био кључ успеха који га је припремио за будуће изазове.En: Teamwork was the key to success that prepared him for future challenges. Vocabulary Words:bustling: ужурбаномdiligent: марљивambition: амбицијаnerves: нервозаbreak the tension: растера тензијуhesitated: двоумиоego: егоprojections: пројекцијаdiscreetly: дискретноimprovise: импровизујtrain of thought: ток мислиresourcefulness: снађењемpromotion: промоцијуrecognition: признањеconcluded: стигла до крајаapplause: аплаузcontemplating: размишљајућиpartitions: преградамаmodern: модеранcontemporary: савременомtechnical problem: технички проблемconfidence: самопоуздањеcalm: смиренself-assuredly: самоувереноsuperiors: надређениsupport: подршкуstorytelling: причањеinspiration: инспирацијаchallenge: изазовеtrusting: поверење

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Finding Friendship: Martí's Halloween Transformation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-10-29-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El vent de tardor bufava suaument entre els arbres del carrer.En: The autumn wind blew gently between the trees on the street.Ca: Les fulles seques ballaven pel terra formant petits remolins de colors.En: The dry leaves danced on the ground, forming small colorful whirlwinds.Ca: La urbanització estava decorada amb carbasses amb somriures estranys i espelmes enceses.En: The neighborhood was decorated with pumpkins with strange smiles and lit candles.Ca: Era el dia del festival d'Halloween de l'escola al club social de la comunitat.En: It was the day of the school's Halloween festival at the community social club.Ca: Martí estava nerviós.En: Martí was nervous.Ca: Feia temps que esperava aquest dia, però també el temia.En: He had been waiting for this day for a long time, but he also feared it.Ca: L'edifici del club estava envoltat de nois i noies rient i parlant animadament.En: The club building was surrounded by boys and girls laughing and talking animatedly.Ca: La música sonava forta, i els llums de colors rebotaven a les cares dels nens disfressats.En: Loud music played, and colorful lights bounced off the faces of the children in costumes.Ca: Martí havia preparat una disfressa especial.En: Martí had prepared a special costume.Ca: El seu vestit era una mescla d'un fantasma amb elements de ciència-ficció.En: His outfit was a mix of a ghost with science fiction elements.Ca: Portava un casc estrany amb llums blaves que parpellejaven, i una capa blanca que flotava darrere seu.En: He wore a strange helmet with blinking blue lights and a white cape that floated behind him.Ca: Havia creat el vestit amb la intenció que fos una forma de trencar el gel amb els seus companys.En: He had created the costume intending it to be an icebreaker with his classmates.Ca: Però ara, davant del club, es preguntava si funcionaria.En: But now, in front of the club, he wondered if it would work.Ca: Va entrar al recinte, sol.En: He entered the venue, alone.Ca: Els crits alegres l'atabalaven una mica, però es va fer valent i va decidir endinsar-se més.En: The cheerful shouts overwhelmed him a bit, but he gathered his courage and decided to dive in deeper.Ca: Al capdavall, havia vingut per fer-ne amics.En: After all, he had come to make friends.Ca: Just a l'entrada, Clara i Jordi el van veure.En: Just at the entrance, Clara and Jordi saw him.Ca: Clara portava una diadema amb unes orelles de gat i Jordi anava disfressat com un home llop.En: Clara wore a headband with cat ears, and Jordi was dressed as a werewolf.Ca: "Ei, Martí!En: "Hey, Martí!"Ca: " va cridar Clara amb un somriure.En: called Clara with a smile.Ca: "M'encanta la teva disfressa!En: "I love your costume!Ca: És molt original!En: It's very original!"Ca: "Martí va somriure, una mica alleujat.En: Martí smiled, somewhat relieved.Ca: "Hola, gràcies.En: "Hi, thanks.Ca: He pensat que seria divertit fer alguna cosa diferent.En: I thought it would be fun to do something different."Ca: "Jordi va assenyalar el casc.En: Jordi pointed at the helmet.Ca: "Com ho has fet?En: "How did you make it?Ca: Sembla molt professional!En: It looks very professional!"Ca: "Per un moment, Martí va sentir com si realment pertanyés.En: For a moment, Martí felt like he truly belonged.Ca: Els tres van parlar una estona sobre les seves disfresses i idees per a futures celebracions.En: The three of them chatted for a while about their costumes and ideas for future celebrations.Ca: Però, en un moment, una broma mal entesa va fer que Martí es posés seriós.En: But at one point, a misunderstood joke made Martí become serious.Ca: Pensava que potser la seva autenticitat no era benvinguda.En: He thought perhaps his authenticity wasn't welcome.Ca: Amb el cor bategant ràpid, va decidir ser sincer.En: With his heart beating fast, he decided to be honest.Ca: "És difícil per a mi parlar amb la gent de vegades.En: "It's hard for me to talk to people sometimes...Ca: Però volia conèixer-vos de debò.En: But I really wanted to get to know you."Ca: "Clara i Jordi es van mirar, i Clara li va respondre amb simpatia: "Entenc com et sents.En: Clara and Jordi looked at each other, and Clara replied with sympathy: "I understand how you feel.Ca: Però aquí pots ser tu mateix.En: But here, you can be yourself."Ca: "Jordi va afegir: "Sí, a nosaltres també ens encanta saber més sobre les persones, com tu.En: Jordi added: "Yes, we also love to know more about people, like you."Ca: "Així, Martí es va relaxar.En: Thus, Martí relaxed.Ca: Va començar a compartir històries i somnis, i Clara i Jordi van fer el mateix.En: He began to share stories and dreams, and Clara and Jordi did the same.Ca: La nit va passar ràpidament, plena de rialles i complicitat.En: The night passed quickly, full of laughter and camaraderie.Ca: Quan Martí va tornar a casa, ja no se sentia tan sol.En: When Martí returned home, he no longer felt so alone.Ca: Havia trobat aquell sentiment de pertinença que tant desitjava.En: He had found that sense of belonging he so desired.Ca: Va comprendre que la seva forma única de veure el món podia ser un pont per connectar amb els altres.En: He understood that his unique way of seeing the world could be a bridge to connect with others.Ca: El vent seguia bufant entre les fulles caigudes, però aquell vespre Martí va sentir que un nou capítol havia començat per a ell.En: The wind continued to blow between the fallen leaves, but that evening Martí felt that a new chapter had begun for him.Ca: La seva originalitat no era una barrera, sinó una porta oberta a noves amistats i experiències.En: His originality was not a barrier but an open door to new friendships and experiences. Vocabulary Words:the wind: el ventto blow: bufarthe leaves: les fullesto dance: ballarthe ground: el terrathe whirlwinds: els remolinsthe neighborhood: la urbanitzacióthe pumpkins: les carbassesthe smiles: els somriuresthe candles: les espelmesthe club: el clubto decorate: decorarto be nervous: estar nerviósto surround: envoltarto laugh: riureto chat: parlarthe music: la músicato blink: parpellejarthe helmet: el cascthe cape: la capathe venue: el recinteto gather courage: fer-se valentthe shout: el critto misunderstand: entendre malamentthe authenticity: l'autenticitatto beat (heart): bategarthe sympathy: la simpatiato belong: pertànyerthe laughter: les riallesthe camaraderie: la complicitat

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Chasing Sheep and Capturing Smiles: A Stonehenge Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-10-27-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kylig höstdag när Lars, Elin och Kajsa besökte Stonehenge.En: It was a chilly autumn day when Lars, Elin and Kajsa visited Stonehenge.Sv: De var klädda i varma jackor och Lars hade som vanligt på sig sin berömda dumma hatt.En: They were dressed in warm jackets, and Lars was, as usual, wearing his famous silly hat.Sv: Denna gång en pumpahatt, helt rätt för Halloween.En: This time, it was a pumpkin hat, perfectly fitting for Halloween.Sv: De skrattade och pratade om den magiska känslan platsen gav.En: They laughed and talked about the magical feeling the place gave.Sv: Stenarna stod där, mystiska och mäktiga under en himmel full av virvlande löv.En: The stones stood there, mysterious and mighty under a sky full of swirling leaves.Sv: "Hej, vi måste ta en selfie!"En: "Hey, we have to take a selfie!"Sv: ropade Lars plötsligt och höll upp mobilen.En: Lars suddenly shouted and held up his phone.Sv: Kajsa och Elin ställde sig bredvid honom.En: Kajsa and Elin stood beside him.Sv: De försökte hitta en bra vinkel med stenarna i bakgrunden.En: They tried to find a good angle with the stones in the background.Sv: Precis när de skulle ta fotot, dök en nyfiken får upp, smygande inom bildramen.En: Just as they were about to take the photo, a curious sheep appeared, sneaking into the frame.Sv: Den nosade och såg nästan ut som om den log.En: It sniffed and almost looked like it was smiling.Sv: "Lars, fåret är med i bilden!"En: "Lars, the sheep is in the picture!"Sv: skrattade Kajsa medan Elin funderade på hur det alltid fanns något sånt här på deras resor.En: laughed Kajsa while Elin pondered how there always seemed to be something like this on their trips.Sv: "Jaha, då får vi flytta på oss," sa Lars och gick några steg bort.En: "Well, then we have to move," said Lars and took a few steps away.Sv: Men fåret följde efter dem, orubbligt nyfiken.En: But the sheep followed them, unyieldingly curious.Sv: "Vi måste ta det här snabbt," sa Elin.En: "We must do this quickly," said Elin.Sv: "Man får nog inte mata dem egentligen."En: "I don't think you're supposed to feed them really."Sv: Lars ignorerade Elins oro och letade i ryggsäcken efter något som kunde locka bort fåret.En: Lars ignored Elin's concern and searched in his backpack for something that could lure the sheep away.Sv: Han hittade en halv macka och svängde distraherat med den framför fåret.En: He found half a sandwich and distractedly swung it in front of the sheep.Sv: Fåret följde mackan med sina stora, uttrycksfulla ögon men stannade ändå kvar precis i mitten av deras foto.En: The sheep followed the sandwich with its large, expressive eyes but still remained right in the middle of their photo.Sv: "Lars, akta din hatt," varnade Kajsa, just när fåret hoppade fram och slet hatten från hans huvud innan det började springa iväg.En: "Lars, watch your hat," warned Kajsa, just as the sheep jumped forward and snatched the hat from his head before starting to run away.Sv: "Åh nej!En: "Oh no!Sv: Inte hatten!"En: Not the hat!"Sv: ropade Lars och satte iväg efter fåret, medan Kajsa och Elin skrattade så de nästan tappade andan.En: shouted Lars and set off after the sheep, while Kajsa and Elin laughed so hard they almost lost their breath.Sv: Medan Lars jagade fåret runt de gamla stenarna, försökte Elin och Kajsa ställa upp för en ny bild.En: While Lars chased the sheep around the ancient stones, Elin and Kajsa tried to set up for a new picture.Sv: Kajsa, alltid den kluriga, hjälpte Elin att få en bra vinkel.En: Kajsa, always the clever one, helped Elin get a good angle.Sv: Strax därpå kom Lars triumferande tillbaka, hatten på sned och andfådd men glad.En: Shortly after, Lars came back triumphantly, hat askew and out of breath but happy.Sv: Han ställde sig bredvid sina vänner, precis i tid, och de lyckades ta bilden med fåret i bakgrunden.En: He stood next to his friends, just in time, and they managed to take the picture with the sheep in the background.Sv: Fotot blev galet roligt, mycket tack vare den oväntade dramatiken.En: The photo turned out hilariously, much thanks to the unexpected drama.Sv: När det skickades till familjen, blev det en omedelbar succé.En: When it was sent to the family, it became an immediate success.Sv: Lars lärde sig att uppskatta oväntade ögonblick och Elin upptäckte att spontanitet kunde vara en skatt i sig.En: Lars learned to appreciate unexpected moments, and Elin discovered that spontaneity could be a treasure in itself.Sv: Skrattande gick de bort från Stonehenge, med det roliga minnet och den perfekta bilden att dela med sig av.En: Laughing, they walked away from Stonehenge, with the funny memory and the perfect picture to share.Sv: Naturen omfamnade dem, full av färger och liv, under denna oförglömliga höstutflykt.En: Nature embraced them, full of colors and life, during this unforgettable autumn excursion. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kyligautumn: höstjacket: jackamysterious: mystiskamighty: mäktigaswirling: virvlandeangle: vinkelcurious: nyfikenframe: bildrampondered: funderadeunyieldingly: orubbligtconcern: orolure: lockaexpressive: uttrycksfullasnatched: slettriumphantly: triumferandebreath: andanaskew: på snedbackground: bakgrundhilariously: galet roligtunexpected: oväntadedrama: dramatikspontaneity: spontanitettreasure: skattembraced: omfamnadeexcursion: utflyktfamous: berömdadistractedly: distraheratselfie: selfiesandwich: macka

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Autumn in Central Park: A Serendipitous Quest for Belonging Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-10-18-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: במרכז הפארק בניו יורק, הייתה התחלה שפלטה לתוך העננים.En: In the heart of Central Park, New York, was a beginning that rose into the clouds.He: העלים נשרו בצבעי כתום וצהוב ויצרו תמונה כמו מתוך גלויה.En: The leaves fell in shades of orange and yellow, creating an image like something out of a postcard.He: פסטיבל הסתיו היה בעיצומו, ומוזיקה התנגנה מכל עבר.En: The autumn festival was in full swing, and music was playing all around.He: אליאור, שעלה לא מזמן מישראל, צעד בשבילים המלאים באנשים, ועדיין הרגיש לבד.En: Elior, who had recently moved from Israel, walked along the paths filled with people, and still felt alone.He: הוא אחז במחברת קטנה, בה כתב את רעיונותיו ומחשבותיו.En: He held a small notebook, where he wrote his ideas and thoughts.He: לפעמים המחברת הייתה לו כחבר.En: Sometimes the notebook was like a friend to him.He: הוא קיווה למצוא בפסטיבל משהו מוכר, שיחזיר לו תחושת בית.En: He hoped to find something familiar at the festival that would bring back a sense of home.He: טליה, ילידת ניו יורק עם חיוך שובב, הסתובבה בין הדוכנים.En: Talia, a native New Yorker with a mischievous smile, wandered among the stalls.He: היא אהבה את אווירת הפסטיבלים והאנשים השונים שהכירה.En: She loved the festival atmosphere and the different people she met.He: כששמה לב לאליאור עם המחברת, משהו בו סקרן אותה.En: When she noticed Elior with the notebook, something about him intrigued her.He: המבט בעיניו סיפר לה סיפור שהיא רצתה לדעת.En: The look in his eyes told her a story she wanted to know.He: "היי, אני טליה," היא פנתה אליו באנגלית, אבל כששמעה את המבטא שלו, עברה לעברית.En: "Hey, I'm Talia," she addressed him in English, but upon hearing his accent, switched to Hebrew.He: "אתה מישראל, נכון?En: "You're from Israel, right?"He: "אליאור חייך, אולי בפעם הראשונה באותו יום.En: Elior smiled, maybe for the first time that day.He: "כן, אני אליאור.En: "Yes, I'm Elior."He: "טליה הצביעה על המחברת שלו.En: Talia pointed to his notebook.He: "כותב משהו מעניין?En: "Writing something interesting?"He: ""אולי," הוא השיב בצניעות, "מנסה להבין את המקום הזה.En: "Maybe," he replied modestly, "trying to understand this place."He: "טליה הזמינה אותו להצטרף אליה ולחבריה לבית קפה לא רחוק מהפארק.En: Talia invited him to join her and her friends at a nearby café not far from the park.He: הם התיישבו והמשיכו לשוחח.En: They sat down and continued to chat.He: אליאור סיפר לה על החגים האחרונים בישראל, וטליה גילתה עניין רב לשמוע על יום כיפור והמנהגים שהוא חוגג בארץ.En: Elior told her about the recent holidays in Israel, and Talia was very interested to hear about Yom Kippur and the customs he celebrates in the country.He: עם כל סיפור ושיחה, התגלה קשר.En: With each story and conversation, a connection unfolded.He: הם דיברו על משפחה, על תרבות ועל איך למצוא את המקום שלך בעיר כל כך גדולה.En: They talked about family, culture, and how to find your place in such a large city.He: אליאור הבין שכפי שחש לבד, גם טליה חיפשה את זהותה היהודית מול העיר שסבבה אותה.En: Elior realized that as alone as he felt, Talia was also searching for her Jewish identity amidst the city surrounding her.He: אחרי צהריים של שיחה וקפה, אליאור כבר לא הרגיש זר כל כך.En: After an afternoon of conversation and coffee, Elior no longer felt so much like a stranger.He: הוא קיבל הזמנה נוספת מטליה, להצטרף אליה לאירועים ומפגשים אחרים בעיר.En: He received another invitation from Talia to join her for other events and gatherings in the city.He: הפרחים הכתומים ששחוררו באוויר כעת הרגישו הרבה פחות זרים.En: The orange flowers that drifted through the air now felt much less foreign.He: טליה, לעומת זאת, גילתה בעצמה עניין מחודש להעמיק ולהבין את המורשת שלה.En: Talia, on the other hand, discovered a renewed interest in deepening and understanding her own heritage.He: כך, בפגישה מקרית אחת בסתיו, הם גילו שהמפתח לקשר אנושי הוא פשוט לפתוח את הלב.En: Thus, in one chance meeting in autumn, they discovered that the key to human connection is simply to open your heart. Vocabulary Words:beginning: התחלהclouds: ענניםshades: צבעיםpostcard: גלויהfestival: פסטיבלpaths: שביליםmischievous: שובבintrigued: סקרןmodestly: בצניעותcustoms: מנהגיםconnection: קשרunfolded: התגלהheritage: מורשתidentity: זהותforeign: זריםdiscovered: גילוhuman: אנושיwandered: הסתובבהnative: ילידתaccent: מבטאfamiliar: מוכרsurrounding: סבבהrenewed: מחודשchance: מקריתstories: סיפוריםafternoon: אחר צהרייםgatherings: מפגשיםrevealed: התגלתהnotebook: מחברתatmosphere: אווירהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Triumph Under Shadows: Oriol's Theatrical Journey to Confidence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-10-17-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El vent fred de tardor començava a bufar per les finestres del servei psiquiàtric, fent ballar les fulles rogenques dels arbres del jardí.En: The cold autumn wind began to blow through the windows of the psychiatric ward, making the reddish leaves of the garden trees dance.Ca: A dins, Oriol mirava per la finestra amb ulls plens de somnis.En: Inside, Oriol looked out the window with eyes full of dreams.Ca: Li encantava el teatre, era el seu refugi quan l'ansietat i la depressió l'atrapaven.En: He loved theater; it was his refuge when anxiety and depression captured him.Ca: Sense deixar-se vèncer, havia decidit que volia formar part de l'obra de Halloween de l'escola.En: Without letting himself be defeated, he had decided that he wanted to be part of the school's Halloween play.Ca: Aquest desig bategava al seu cor, malgrat els reptes que se li presentaven.En: This desire beat in his heart, despite the challenges he faced.Ca: Volia demostrar-se a ell mateix i als altres que podia fer-ho, que podia sobrepassar les seves pors.En: He wanted to prove to himself and to others that he could do it, that he could overcome his fears.Ca: Un matí, mentre esmorzaven al menjador comú, Oriol va trobar-se amb Laia i en Marc.En: One morning, while having breakfast in the common dining room, Oriol met with Laia and Marc.Ca: Eren dos companys amics que també estaven al servei.En: They were two fellow friends who were also at the ward.Ca: "Ei, què us semblaria fer assajos a les estones de lleure?" va proposar l'Oriol ple d'esperança.En: "Hey, what would you think about rehearsing during leisure time?" Oriol proposed, full of hope.Ca: La Laia, amb un somriure juganer, li va contestar: "Jo podria ser la bruixa!", mentre el Marc ja s'imaginava fent de monstre terrorífic.En: Laia, with a playful smile, replied, "I could be the witch!" while Marc was already imagining himself as a terrifying monster.Ca: Així, amb il·lusió i una mica de nervis, van començar a practicar a les sales comunes.En: Thus, with excitement and a bit of nerves, they began to practice in the common rooms.Ca: A poc a poc, els personatges començaven a cobrar vida entre aquelles parets.En: Slowly, the characters began to come to life within those walls.Ca: L'assumpte no era fàcil.En: The matter was not easy.Ca: L'Oriol s'enfrontava a la seva pròpia ment cada dia, amb dubtes constants sobre si podria fer acomplir el seu objectiu.En: Oriol faced his own mind every day, with constant doubts about whether he could achieve his goal.Ca: Quan no estava assajant, reflexionava sol sobre la seva capacitat.En: When he wasn't rehearsing, he reflected alone on his capability.Ca: La seva confiança era fràgil com una teranyina, però la determinació creixia en ell.En: His confidence was as fragile as a spider's web, but determination grew within him.Ca: El moment clau va arribar un divendres a la tarda.En: The key moment came on a Friday afternoon.Ca: El director de l'obra de l'escola va acceptar que Oriol participés en un assaig especial.En: The school's play director agreed that Oriol could participate in a special rehearsal.Ca: Vestit de dimoni, amb les robes negres que li quedaven una mica grans, va pujar a l'escenari del gimnàs, decorat amb carbasses i teranyines.En: Dressed as a demon, in black clothes that were a bit too big for him, he stepped onto the gymnasium stage, decorated with pumpkins and cobwebs.Ca: La sala bullia d'expectació.En: The room buzzed with anticipation.Ca: Va respirar profundament, el cor li bategava fort.En: He took a deep breath, his heart beating strongly.Ca: Quan va començar el seu monòleg, les paraules fluïen i el silenci s'apoderava de l'auditorium.En: When he began his monologue, the words flowed, and silence took over the auditorium.Ca: Els espectadors, tant alumnes com professors, van quedar embadalits amb la manera com transmetia emocions.En: The spectators, both students and teachers, were captivated by the way he conveyed emotions.Ca: El director, sorprès i emocionat, va aplaudir primer.En: The director, surprised and moved, was the first to applaud.Ca: La proesa d'Oriol no va passar desapercebuda.En: Oriol's feat did not go unnoticed.Ca: Amb una nova confiança al seu interior, es va sentir que les seves ales invisibles l'elevaven.En: With new-found confidence within him, he felt as though his invisible wings were lifting him.Ca: L'endemà, el director va contactar amb el servei psiquiàtric.En: The next day, the director contacted the psychiatric ward.Ca: Vaig saber que tenia una nova oportunitat: tornar a l'escola per actuar en la funció final.En: He learned that he had a new opportunity: to return to the school to perform in the final show.Ca: Van organitzar un vehicle especial per a ell.En: They arranged a special vehicle for him.Ca: El dia de l'obra, l'Oriol ho va fer encara millor.En: On the day of the play, Oriol performed even better.Ca: Els aplaudiments van sonar com trons i el van envoltar de calor i acollida.En: The applause sounded like thunder, surrounding him with warmth and welcome.Ca: Per primera vegada en molt de temps, se sentia fortament connectat amb el seu entorn.En: For the first time in a long while, he felt strongly connected to his environment.Ca: Aquell moment va ser més que una actuació; va ser un triomf personal.En: That moment was more than a performance; it was a personal triumph.Ca: En acabar la funció, mentre tornava cap al servei, el vent va seguir bufant, portant amb ell les fulles amb nous somnis.En: At the end of the show, as he returned to the ward, the wind continued to blow, carrying with it leaves with new dreams.Ca: Oriol havia canviat.En: Oriol had changed.Ca: Ara sabia que la seva fragilitat podia convertir-se en la font de la seva força.En: Now he knew that his fragility could become the source of his strength.Ca: Mireu-li els ulls, plens de llum, i sabreu que ha trobat el seu camí.En: Look into his eyes, full of light, and you will know that he has found his path.Ca: La tardor va seguir avançant amb ell, valent i lluminós.En: Autumn continued to advance with him, brave and bright. Vocabulary Words:the ward: el serveithe wind: el ventreddish: rogenquesanxiety: l'ansietatdepression: la depressióthe challenges: els reptesthe nerves: els nervisthe leisure: el lleurewith excitement: amb il·lusióbegan to practice: van començar a practicarreflected: reflexionavathe determination: la determinacióthe key moment: el moment clauthe gymnasium: el gimnàsbuzzed with anticipation: bullia d'expectaciótook a deep breath: va respirar profundamentcaptivated: embadalitsthe feat: la proesathe opportunity: la oportunitatarranged: van organitzarthe audience: l'auditoriumthe performance: l'actuacióthe strength: la forçathe autumn: la tardorbrave: valentthe director: el directorthe monologue: el monòlegfragile: fràgilthe spider's web: la teranyinaunnoticed: desapercebuda

Fluent Fiction - Danish: The Great Clucksworth Caper: Genius Chicken's Autumn Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-10-16-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: På en kølig efterårsdag i København, var luften fyldt med duften af våde blade, og folk traskede ind og ud af politistationen, travle med byens mange gøremål.En: On a cool autumn day in København, the air was filled with the scent of wet leaves, and people trudged in and out of the police station, busy with the city's many tasks.Da: Inde på stationen sad Lars og Niels, begge iført den traditionelle uniform, og kiggede forundret på den unge kvinde foran dem.En: Inside the station sat Lars and Niels, both dressed in the traditional uniform, looking in wonder at the young woman in front of them.Da: Freja, med sit viltre røde hår og en glødende ild i øjnene, havde netop et usædvanligt problem at rapportere.En: Freja, with her wild red hair and a glowing fire in her eyes, had just an unusual problem to report.Da: "De Hej," begyndte Freja ivrigt, "jeg leder efter min kylling, Clucksworth.En: "Hey," began Freja eagerly, "I'm looking for my chicken, Clucksworth.Da: Han er væk, og jeg er bekymret."En: He's gone, and I'm worried."Da: Lars så på Niels og trak på skuldrene.En: Lars looked at Niels and shrugged.Da: "En kylling?"En: "A chicken?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: "De plejer ikke ligefrem at flyve væk."En: "They don't usually just fly away."Da: Freja nikkede heftigt.En: Freja nodded vigorously.Da: "Men Clucksworth er ikke bare en kylling.En: "But Clucksworth is not just any chicken.Da: Han er klog.En: He's smart.Da: Han er den 'Einstein af Kyllinger'!"En: He's the 'Einstein of Chickens'!"Da: Niels fnisede lidt, men stoppede da han så Frejas alvorlige ansigt.En: Niels chuckled a little but stopped when he saw Freja's serious face.Da: "Okay, okay.En: "Okay, okay.Da: Hvilke talenter har Clucksworth?"En: What talents does Clucksworth have?"Da: spurgte Niels med et skævt smil.En: asked Niels with a crooked smile.Da: Freja glødede af begejstring.En: Freja glowed with excitement.Da: "Han kan kende forskel på Bach og Beethoven ved første kluk, og hans yndlingsmad er økologiske solsikkefrø," forklarede hun entusiastisk.En: "He can tell the difference between Bach and Beethoven at first cluck, and his favorite food is organic sunflower seeds," she explained enthusiastically.Da: Lars prøvede at holde masken.En: Lars tried to keep a straight face.Da: "Så, hvad gør vi?"En: "So, what do we do?"Da: hviskede han til Niels.En: he whispered to Niels.Da: "Vi laver en eftersøgning.En: "We launch a search.Da: En APB for en højt intelligent og muligvis udspekuleret kylling," svarede Niels med et glimt i øjet.En: An APB for a highly intelligent and possibly cunning chicken," replied Niels with a twinkle in his eye.Da: Freja smilede triumferende, lettet over at de tog hende seriøst.En: Freja smiled triumphantly, relieved that they were taking her seriously.Da: Hun vidste, at Clucksworth ville blive fundet.En: She knew that Clucksworth would be found.Da: Samme eftermiddag ringede telefonen på stationen.En: That same afternoon, the phone rang at the station.Da: Lars tog den.En: Lars answered it.Da: "Københavns politi, Lars her."En: "Københavns police, Lars here."Da: "Jeg tror, jeg har fundet jeres kylling," sagde en stemme fra en lokal bager.En: "I think I've found your chicken," said a voice from a local bakery.Da: "En prikket høne charmerer folk foran mit vindue."En: "A spotted hen is charming people outside my window."Da: Da Freja ankom til bageriet, stod Clucksworth der, kiggede venligt ind på friskbagt wienerbrød.En: When Freja arrived at the bakery, Clucksworth was standing there, kindly looking in on freshly baked pastries.Da: Med tårer af lettelse i øjnene løftede hun ham op, hviskende takker.En: With tears of relief in her eyes, she lifted him up, whispering thanks.Da: På politistationen blev historien om Freja og Clucksworth stor.En: At the police station, the story of Freja and Clucksworth became big.Da: Freja blev kendt blandt betjentene som legenden om den savnede geni-kylling, og både Lars og Niels havde fået et nyt perspektiv på byens sære og herlige indbyggere.En: Freja became known among the officers as the legend of the missing genius chicken, and both Lars and Niels had gained a new perspective on the city's quirky and delightful inhabitants.Da: Og sådan sluttede den eventyrlige eftersøgning på politistationen i København, med glade kluk og lette hjerter i efterårens favn.En: And so ended the adventurous search at the police station in København, with happy clucks and light hearts in the embrace of autumn. Vocabulary Words:trudged: traskedewonder: forundretunusual: usædvanligtshrugged: trak på skuldrenevigorous: heftigtcunning: udspekulerettwinkle: glimttriumphantly: triumferenderelieved: lettetspotted: prikketcharms: charmererglow: glødecrooked: skævtorganic: økologiskefierce: viltreafternoon: eftermiddagfear: bekymretradio: radioadventurous: eventyrligegenius: genienchanted: fortrylletrelief: lettelsepastries: wienerbrødwhispered: hviskendesearch: eftersøgningcharming: venligtperspective: perspektivinhabitants: indbyggeredelightful: herligeembrace: favn

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: The Unexpected Ingredient: Sukkot Surprises at Shuk HaCarmel Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-10-15-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: בסמטאות הצפופות של שוק הכרמל תל אביב, ריח תבלינים ועושר של צבעים חשמלו את האוויר.En: In the crowded alleys of Shuk HaCarmel in Tel Aviv, the scent of spices and the richness of colors electrified the air.He: נועה, עם עיניים בורקות ונחישות בשפתיה, תרה אחר המצרכים המושלמים לארוחת החג של סוכות.En: Noa, with sparkling eyes and determination on her lips, was searching for the perfect ingredients for the holiday meal of Sukkot.He: איתי, אחיה, פסע לצידה, עינו במוצרים אבל מוחו כבר דמיין את טעם הארוחה הביתית.En: Itay, her brother, walked beside her, his eyes on the products but his mind already imagining the taste of the homemade meal.He: "נועה, את בטוחה שאנחנו צריכים לחפש עוד?En: "Noa, are you sure we need to look for more?"He: " שאל איתי בקול קליל.En: Itay asked in a light tone.He: "השווקים מלאים, ואנחנו יכולים למצוא משהו לא רע בכלל ולפני שהכול ייגמר.En: "The markets are full, and we can find something not bad at all before everything runs out."He: "​"לא, איתי," השיבה נועה בהתלהבות, "אני חייבת לבחור את הכי טוב.En: "No, Itay," Noa replied enthusiastically, "I have to choose the best.He: בוא, זה שוק הכרמל, ולא השוק השכונתי שלנו.En: Come on, this is Shuk HaCarmel, not our neighborhood market."He: "הם נעצרו ליד דוכן ירקות בו צעדה נועה לאורך הירקות הבוהקים, חיפשה עגבניות כמותן לא ראתה בשום מקום אחר.En: They stopped by a vegetable stand where Noa walked along the shiny vegetables, looking for tomatoes like she had seen nowhere else.He: התחושה הפנימית שלה דרשה שלמות, אפילו אם זה ייקח עוד שעה.En: Her inner feeling demanded perfection, even if it took another hour.He: בזמן שהיא בוחרת, איתי עצר ליד דוכן תבלינים, כל כך עמוס שהריח כמעט סחרר אותו.En: While she was choosing, Itay stopped by a spice stall, so full that the smell almost made him dizzy.He: כשנועה ממשיכה, היא שומעת קול זקן.En: As Noa continued, she heard an old voice.He: "היי, ילדה צעירה," פנה אליה המוכר, עיניו מאירות באור ידידותי.En: "Hey, young lady," the vendor addressed her, his eyes shining with friendly light.He: "נסה את הרימונים האלה.En: "Try these pomegranates.He: טריים כמו גן עדן.En: Fresh like paradise.He: תכניסי משהו באמת מיוחד לסלט שלך.En: Add something truly special to your salad."He: "נועה הציצה ועיניה נדלקו.En: Noa glanced over and her eyes lit up.He: "רימונים?En: "Pomegranates?He: אבל זה לא היה ברשימה שלי.En: But they weren't on my list."He: ""ובכל זאת," חייך הזקן בהבנה, "לפעמים זה מה שצריך כדי להפתיע את כולם.En: "And yet," the old man smiled understandingly, "sometimes that's what it takes to surprise everyone."He: "נעה נשמה עמוק והבינה שעליה לשחרר קצת מהדרישות המצופות שלה.En: Noa took a deep breath and realized she should let go of some of her expected demands.He: היא רכשה את הרימונים, ואז פנתה לאיתי כשרושם חיוך על פניה.En: She bought the pomegranates and then turned to Itay with a smile on her face.He: "אוקי, אתה צודק, אולי הגיע הזמן להיות יצירתית יותר.En: "Okay, you're right, maybe it's time to be more creative."He: "הם חזרו הביתה, מלאים בתיקים ובמחשבות חדשות על הארוחה.En: They returned home, loaded with bags and new thoughts about the meal.He: נועה התכוננה לסוכות, והפעם היא שילבה את הרימונים במגוון הארוחות שלה, חכמה יותר, מתאימה יותר.En: Noa prepared for Sukkot, and this time she incorporated the pomegranates into a variety of her meals, wiser and more adaptable.He: היא גילתה שאין צורך לחפש שלמות בכל מחיר, אלא ללמוד להעריך את הבלתי צפוי, במיוחד כשזה מוסיף טעם לחיים.En: She discovered that there is no need to seek perfection at all costs, but to learn to appreciate the unexpected, especially when it adds flavor to life. Vocabulary Words:crowded: צפופותalleys: סמטאותscent: ריחspices: תבליניםenriches: עושרelectrified: חשמלוdetermination: נחישותingredients: מצרכיםtone: קולshiny: בוהקיםvendor: מוכרdizzy: סחררincorporated: שילבהparadise: גן עדןappreciate: להעריךunexpected: הבלתי צפויhomemade: הביתיתimagine: לדמייןenthusiastically: בהתלהבותadapts: מתאימהcreative: יצירתיתsparkling: בורקותglance: הציצהpeculiar: מיוחדsurprise: להפתיעburst: נדלקוperfect: שלמותvariety: מגווןcosts: מחירfocused: תשומת לבBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Embracing Spontaneity: Lars's Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-10-14-07-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Stockholm Centralstation sjöd av aktivitet.En: Stockholm Centralstation buzzed with activity.Sv: Det var som en myrstack av människor, alla på jakt efter något speciellt i den livliga höstmarknaden.En: It was like an anthill of people, all in search of something special at the bustling autumn market.Sv: Doften av rostad mandel och värmande glögg fyllde luften.En: The scent of roasted almonds and warming glögg filled the air.Sv: Lars, en organiserad och stressad man, manövrerade genom folkmassan.En: Lars, an organized and stressed man, maneuvered through the crowd.Sv: Han hade en lista i handen, en väldokumenterad plan för hur han skulle hitta perfekta presenter innan han lämnade staden.En: He held a list in hand, a well-documented plan for how he would find perfect presents before leaving the city.Sv: Men mitt i planeringen dök Greta upp, hans spontana vän med ett brett leende.En: But in the midst of his planning, Greta appeared, his spontaneous friend with a broad smile.Sv: "Hej, Lars!En: "Hey, Lars!Sv: Vad gör du här?"En: What are you doing here?"Sv: utropade hon och gav honom en snabb kram.En: she exclaimed, giving him a quick hug.Sv: "Letar efter presenter", svarade Lars kort och kollade nervöst på klockan.En: "Looking for presents," Lars replied short and checked the time nervously.Sv: Greta skrattade.En: Greta laughed.Sv: "Åh, strunta i listan och följ med mig!En: "Oh, forget the list and come with me!Sv: Det finns så mycket att upptäcka här!"En: There's so much to discover here!"Sv: Lars tvekade.En: Lars hesitated.Sv: Marknaden var fylld av färger och ljud, men tiden var knapp.En: The market was full of colors and sounds, but time was tight.Sv: Ändå fanns det något lockande i Gretas förslag.En: Yet there was something enticing in Greta's suggestion.Sv: Tillsammans vandrade de genom marknaden.En: Together they wandered through the market.Sv: Greta pekade ut unika hantverk medan Lars försökte hålla ett öga på sin lista.En: Greta pointed out unique crafts while Lars tried to keep an eye on his list.Sv: Men när han distraherades av en grupp som sålde anmärkningsvärda handgjorda ljusstakar, förlorade Lars plötsligt Greta i folkmassan.En: But when he was distracted by a group selling remarkable handcrafted candlesticks, he suddenly lost Greta in the crowd.Sv: Paniken steg men samtidigt drogs hans uppmärksamhet mot en liten undangömd stall i ett hörn.En: Panic rose, but at the same time, his attention was drawn to a small hidden stall in a corner.Sv: Där stod Olle, en vänlig men lite missförstådd hantverkare med ett varmt leende och ovanliga kreationer.En: There stood Olle, a friendly but slightly misunderstood artisan with a warm smile and unusual creations.Sv: Hans stånd var fyllt med egendomliga prydnadssaker, allt från handmålade keramikpumpor till intrikata ljuslyktor i form av löv.En: His stand was filled with peculiar ornaments, everything from hand-painted ceramic pumpkins to intricate leaf-shaped lanterns.Sv: "Letar du efter något speciellt?"En: "Are you looking for something special?"Sv: frågade Olle med en glimt i ögat.En: asked Olle with a twinkle in his eye.Sv: Lars nickade, hypnotiserad av de fantasifulla föremålen.En: Lars nodded, hypnotized by the imaginative items.Sv: Det som började som en avstickare blev snart en välkommen oväntad vändning i Lars shoppingresa.En: What started as a detour soon became a welcome unexpected turn in Lars's shopping journey.Sv: Där och då insåg Lars att han hade det han behövde.En: Right then and there, Lars realized he had what he needed.Sv: Olle hade precis det ovanliga och tankeväckande han sökte.En: Olle had exactly the unusual and thought-provoking items he was seeking.Sv: Med sina kassar fyllda, stod han fast besluten.En: With his bags filled, he stood resolute.Sv: Kanske var det dags att bryta sin strikta struktur och omfamna spontanitet.En: Perhaps it was time to break his strict structure and embrace spontaneity.Sv: När Lars gick genom centralstationen mot tåget, kände han en ny lättnad.En: As Lars walked through the central station towards the train, he felt a new relief.Sv: Gretas obekymrade inställning och Olles unika stallback hade lärt honom något värdefullt.En: Greta's carefree attitude and Olle's unique stall had taught him something valuable.Sv: Planering är bra, men ibland leder de oväntade ögonblicken till de mest minnesvärda stunderna.En: Planning is good, but sometimes the unexpected moments lead to the most memorable times.Sv: Slutligen, med ett leende drog Lars på sig halsduken och steg ombord på tåget.En: Finally, with a smile, Lars pulled on his scarf and boarded the train.Sv: Han visste nu att livet var mer än listor, och ibland behövdes bara ett spontant val för att göra det extra speciellt.En: He now knew that life was more than lists, and sometimes it just took a spontaneous choice to make it extra special. Vocabulary Words:buzzed: sjödanthill: myrstackbustling: livligamaneuvered: manövreradedocumented: väldokumenteradbroad: brettexclaimed: utropadehesitated: tvekadeenticing: lockandeunique: unikadistracted: distraheradesremarkable: anmärkningsvärdacrafted: handgjordapanic: panikenhidden: undangömdartisan: hantverkarepeculiar: egendomligaornaments: prydnadssakerintricate: intrikatahypnotized: hypnotiseradimaginative: fantasifulladetour: avstickareunexpected: oväntadseeking: sökteresolute: fast beslutenembrace: omfamnarelief: lättnadcarefree: obekymradvaluable: värdefulltspontaneity: spontanitet

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Autumn Confessions: A Study Break in Budapest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-13-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Az őszi nap sugarai bekúsztak a kávézó hatalmas ablakain.En: The autumn sun's rays crept through the large windows of the café.Hu: Az utcákon a fák sárga és vörös leveleket hintáztak a szélben.En: On the streets, the trees were swinging their yellow and red leaves in the wind.Hu: Budapest szívében, egy hangulatos kávézóban Áron, Anna és Kata összegyűltek, hogy együtt tanuljanak a közelgő egyetemi vizsgára.En: In the heart of Budapest, in a cozy café, Áron, Anna, and Kata gathered to study together for the upcoming university exam.Hu: Az asztaluk tele volt jegyzetekkel, tankönyvekkel és forró, gőzölgő kávékkal.En: Their table was filled with notes, textbooks, and hot, steaming cups of coffee.Hu: Áron csendben ült, figyelve Annát, ahogy elmélyülten jegyzetelt.En: Áron sat silently, watching Anna as she deeply delved into her notetaking.Hu: Mindig csodálta Anna magabiztosságát és könnyed mosolyát.En: He always admired Anna's confidence and effortless smile.Hu: Szíve nagyot dobbant, de sohasem merte elmondani neki, mit is érez valójában.En: His heart skipped a beat, but he never dared to tell her how he truly felt.Hu: Ő mindig a tanulásban keresett menedéket, abban remélve, hogy a jó eredmények majd önbizalmat adnak neki.En: He always sought refuge in studying, hoping that good results would give him confidence.Hu: Kata, a harmadik barátjuk, vidáman társalgott, időnként vicceket mesélve, hogy lazítsák a feszültséget.En: Kata, their third friend, chatted cheerfully, occasionally telling jokes to ease the tension.Hu: De a vizsga közeledtével mindhárman érezték a nyomást, ami egyre csak nőtt.En: But with the exam approaching, all three of them felt the increasing pressure.Hu: Ahogy az óra ketyegése emlékeztette őket az idő múlására, Áron hirtelen ötletet kapott.En: As the ticking of the clock reminded them of the passing time, Áron suddenly had an idea.Hu: Talán most lenne a megfelelő pillanat.En: Perhaps now would be the right moment.Hu: Félénken megszólalt: "Mi lenne, ha tartanánk egy kis szünetet?En: He spoke timidly, "What if we took a little break?Hu: Megérdemeljük egy finom sütit és egy kávét, nem gondoljátok?En: We deserve a delicious pastry and a coffee, don't you think?"Hu: "Anna és Kata egyetértően bólintottak.En: Anna and Kata nodded in agreement.Hu: Elhatározták, hogy néhány perc szünetre van szükségük, hogy felfrissüljenek.En: They decided they needed a few minutes' break to refresh themselves.Hu: Amíg Kata a pultnál állt, hogy rendeljen, Áron és Anna egyedül maradtak az asztalnál.En: While Kata stood at the counter to order, Áron and Anna were left alone at the table.Hu: Áron gyűjtötte a bátorságát.En: Áron gathered his courage.Hu: "Anna," kezdte, kissé remegő hangon, "szeretnék valamit elmondani neked.En: "Anna," he began, his voice slightly trembling, "I'd like to tell you something."Hu: " Anna felfigyelt, kíváncsian nézve rá.En: Anna looked up, watching him curiously.Hu: "Én.En: "I...Hu: én már egy ideje többet érzek irántad, mint barátságot," mondta végül, szemeit lesütve.En: I've been feeling more for you than just friendship for a while now," he finally said, lowering his eyes.Hu: Anna elmosolyodott, kedvesen Áron kezére tette a sajátját.En: Anna smiled, kindly placing her hand on Áron's.Hu: "Áron, nagyon bátor vagy, hogy elmondtad.En: "Áron, you're very brave to have told me.Hu: Én is kedvellek, de azt hiszem, érdemes lenne lassan haladnunk.En: I like you too, but I think it would be wise to take things slowly.Hu: Az a legjobb, ha először a vizsgára koncentrálunk, és majd utána meglátjuk, hogyan tovább.En: It's best if we focus on the exam first, and then we can see where things go."Hu: "Áron megkönnyebbült, egy kis mosollyal bólintott.En: Áron nodded with relief, a small smile on his face.Hu: Amikor Kata visszaért, mosolygott, értesülvén a fejleményekről.En: When Kata returned, she smiled, being informed of the developments.Hu: "Hé, ti ketten!En: "Hey, you two!"Hu: " kiáltotta tréfásan, "most már tényleg induljunk neki a tanulásnak, de szívvel-lélekkel!En: she called jokingly, "let's really get back to studying now, with all our heart and soul!"Hu: "A nap végén mindhárman frissebben és derűsebben érezték magukat.En: By the end of the day, all three felt refreshed and more cheerful.Hu: Tudták, hogy meg tudják csinálni, ha összefognak.En: They knew they could succeed if they worked together.Hu: Áron úgy érezte, mintha egy nehéz kövön könnyített volna, és a jövő most már nem tűnt annyira ijesztőnek.En: Áron felt as if a heavy stone had been lifted, and the future no longer seemed so daunting.Hu: Az ősz szellője új reményt hozott magával, és a barátságuk erősebb volt, mint valaha.En: The autumn breeze brought new hope, and their friendship was stronger than ever. Vocabulary Words:autumn: őszirays: sugaraicrept: bekúsztakcozy: hangulatosgathered: összegyűltekupcoming: közelgőexam: vizsgadelved: elmélyültenadmired: csodáltarefuge: menedéketcheerfully: vidámanjokes: vicceketpressure: nyomástapproaching: közeledtéveltimidly: félénkendeserve: megérdemeljükpastry: sütitrembling: remegőcuriously: kíváncsianbrave: bátorrelief: megkönnyebbültdaunting: ijesztőnekbreeze: szellőjeticking: ketyegésemoment: pillanatcourage: bátorságátheart: szívefriendship: barátságukstone: kövönrefresh: felfrissüljenek

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Turning Study Sessions Into a Game: A Library Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-10-13-07-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Enmig de la quietud suau de la biblioteca de l'escola, Llúcia i Marc s'asseien junts a una taula de fusta esmolada pel temps.En: Amidst the gentle stillness of the school library, Llúcia and Marc sat together at a wooden table worn smooth by time.Ca: A fora, les fulles ballaven als arbres en un ballet de colors càlids, un recordatori viu de la tardor que envoltava l'escola.En: Outside, the leaves danced on the trees in a ballet of warm colors, a vivid reminder of the autumn that surrounded the school.Ca: Els prestatges alts, plens de llibres gastats amb històries oblidades, donaven al lloc una sensació de saviesa antiga.En: The tall shelves, filled with books worn with forgotten stories, lent the place an air of ancient wisdom.Ca: Llúcia, amb els seus apunts perfectament ordenats i un planificador ple de tasques de color, cercava concentrar-se en l'examen d'història que s'apropava.En: Llúcia, with her perfectly organized notes and a planner full of color-coded tasks, was trying to focus on the upcoming history exam.Ca: Els seus ulls es movien de la pàgina als apunts, del passat al present, amb una determinació implacable.En: Her eyes moved from the page to the notes, from past to present, with relentless determination.Ca: A la seva esquerra, Marc estava assegut, jugant amb un bolígraf entre els dits, els seus ulls brillants buscant qualsevol cosa menys els llibres.En: To her left, Marc sat, toying with a pen between his fingers, his bright eyes looking for anything but the books.Ca: —Ei, Llúcia, —va dir Marc amb un somriure ample—.En: "Hey, Llúcia," Marc said with a wide smile.Ca: Què et sembla si abans fem una pausa i parlem una mica?En: "How about we take a break and chat for a bit first?"Ca: Llúcia va aixecar la vista, dubtant.En: Llúcia looked up, hesitating.Ca: Marc tenia un encant natural que feia difícil ignorar-lo, però ella sabia que cada minut comptava.En: Marc had a natural charm that made him hard to ignore, but she knew that every minute counted.Ca: Sentia la temptació de mantenir-se ferma i dir-li que no tenien temps per perdre.En: She felt tempted to stand firm and tell him that they didn't have time to lose.Ca: Però, just en aquell moment, una idea va sorgir-li al cap.En: But at that very moment, an idea struck her.Ca: —Marc, què et sembla —va començar en un to nou—, si fem preguntes d'història com si fos un joc?En: "Marc, how about," she began in a new tone, "we make history questions like it's a game?"Ca: Marc va arxar les celles interessat.En: Marc raised his eyebrows, interested.Ca: —Un joc?En: "A game?Ca: M'encanten els jocs!En: I love games!"Ca: Llúcia va somriure i va començar a fer preguntes tipus concurs.En: Llúcia smiled and began asking quiz-like questions.Ca: Cada resposta correcta feia que Marc estigués més implicat i, sense adonar-se'n, estava aprenent.En: Each correct answer got Marc more engaged, and without realizing it, he was learning.Ca: Ell reia i es divertia, mentre ella començava a relaxar-se.En: He laughed and enjoyed himself, while she began to relax.Ca: Els concurs de preguntes els havia portat a una col·laboració inesperada.En: The quiz had led them to an unexpected collaboration.Ca: Amb el pas del temps, el sol va començar a baixar per l'horitzó, projectant ombres llargues al terra de la biblioteca.En: As time passed, the sun began to dip below the horizon, casting long shadows on the library floor.Ca: La sessió de repàs va arribar a la seva fi.En: The review session came to an end.Ca: Llúcia es va sentir molt més segura sobre l'examen, plena d'una energia nova, no només de coneixement, sinó també de versatilitat.En: Llúcia felt much more confident about the exam, filled with new energy, not only from knowledge but also from versatility.Ca: —Llúcia, això ha estat divertit —va comentar Marc, recolzant-se a la cadira—.En: "Llúcia, that was fun," Marc commented, leaning back in the chair.Ca: Mai hauria cregut que estudiant aprendre coses podria ser-ho.En: "I never would've thought that studying and learning things could be so enjoyable."Ca: Ella va somriure i va tancar els apunts amb satisfacció.En: She smiled and closed her notes with satisfaction.Ca: —Només cal saber com girar la tàctica.En: "You just have to know how to turn the tactic around.Ca: Gràcies a tu hem fet un bon equip.En: Thanks to you, we made a great team."Ca: Tots dos es van aixecar mentre el bibliotecari apagava les llums suaus.En: They both stood up while the librarian turned off the softly glowing lights.Ca: Llúcia va entendre que, de tant en tant, podia permetre's sortir de la seva rutina habitual.En: Llúcia realized that every now and then, she could afford to step out of her usual routine.Ca: Mentrestant, Marc va caminar al costat d'ella, sorprès que una tarda d'estudi pogués acabar amb tan bon humor, descobrint que el coneixement pot ser tan ple d'energia com una aventura.En: Meanwhile, Marc walked beside her, surprised that a study afternoon could end in such good spirits, discovering that knowledge can be as full of energy as an adventure.Ca: Els dos van sortir de la biblioteca amarant-se del fred de novembre, fent passos entre les fulles que cruixien dolçament sota els seus peus.En: The two left the library enveloped in the chill of November, stepping among the leaves that crunched softly under their feet.Ca: Llúcia havia après a afegir un toc d'espontaneïtat a la seva vida estudiantil i Marc va trobar una nova estima per a l'aprenentatge viu i juganer.En: Llúcia had learned to add a touch of spontaneity to her student life, and Marc found a newfound appreciation for lively and playful learning.Ca: La tardor, amb la seva màgica transformació, havia marcat també un canvi en tots dos, dins mateix de la petita biblioteca de l'escola.En: Autumn, with its magical transformation, marked a change in both, right within the small school library. Vocabulary Words:stillness: la quietudgentle: suausmooth: esmoladadanced: ballavenballet: el balletplanners: el planificadordetermination: la determinaciórelentless: implacableengaged: implicatcharm: l'encanthesitating: dubtanttempted: la temptaciócollaboration: la col·laboracióhorizon: l'horitzóshadows: les ombresversatility: la versatilitatexam: l'examensatisfaction: la satisfaccióroutine: la rutinaenergy: l'energiaadventure: l'aventurachill: el fredspontaneity: l'espontaneïtattransformation: la transformacióautumn: la tardorquiz: el concursnotes: els apuntswisdom: la saviesaancient: antigaforgotten: oblidades

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Chasing the Northern Lights: A Night to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-07-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: En kjølig høstvind blåste over stranda, mens elevene samlet seg i små grupper.En: A chilly autumn wind blew across the beach, as the students gathered in small groups.No: Det var en spesiell kveld for klassen.En: It was a special evening for the class.No: En skøytetur for å se nordlyset.En: A skating trip to see the nordlyset.No: Kjetil var veldig spent.En: Kjetil was very excited.No: Han hadde lest mye om nordlyset og gledet seg til å imponere Astrid og Maja.En: He had read a lot about the nordlyset and was looking forward to impressing Astrid and Maja.No: Astrid stod ved siden av Kjetil.En: Astrid stood next to Kjetil.No: Hun rakk opp det tynne skjerfet sitt og smilte til ham.En: She adjusted her thin scarf and smiled at him.No: "Dette blir gøy," sa hun.En: "This will be fun," she said.No: "Er du sikker på at vi faktisk ser lyset i kveld?En: "Are you sure we will actually see the lights tonight?"No: "Kjetil nikket ivrig.En: Kjetil nodded eagerly.No: "Jeg vet det!En: "I know it!"No: " svarte han.En: he replied.No: "Det er litt skyet nå, men vi må prøve.En: "It's a bit cloudy now, but we have to try."No: "Maja, som nettopp hadde flyttet fra en storby, stod litt for seg selv.En: Maja, who had just moved from a big city, stood a little by herself.No: Hun så seg rundt, litt usikker.En: She looked around, a bit uncertain.No: Kjetil bestemte seg for å inkludere henne.En: Kjetil decided to include her.No: "Hei, Maja!En: "Hey, Maja!No: Kom og bli med oss.En: Come and join us.No: Dette blir en fantastisk opplevelse.En: This will be an amazing experience."No: "De begynte å gå langs stranden.En: They started to walk along the beach.No: Havet var stille, og bølgene bruset svakt mot land.En: The sea was calm, and the waves gently lapped against the shore.No: De mørke trærne i skogen dannet en vakker bakgrunn mot den grå himmelen.En: The dark trees in the forest formed a beautiful backdrop against the gray sky.No: De gikk til en mer avsides del av stranden.En: They walked to a more secluded part of the beach.No: Kjetil håpet været ville klare seg.En: Kjetil hoped the weather would hold.No: Plutselig klarnet himmelen litt opp.En: Suddenly, the sky cleared a bit.No: "Se!En: "Look!"No: " utbrøt Kjetil entusiastisk.En: exclaimed Kjetil enthusiastically.No: "Der er nordlyset!En: "There is the nordlyset!"No: " Et grønt slør begynte å danse over himmelen.En: A green veil began to dance across the sky.No: Maja kikket opp, øynene lyste opp med et overrasket smil.En: Maja looked up, her eyes lighting up with a surprised smile.No: "Det er utrolig vakkert," sa hun stille.En: "It's incredibly beautiful," she said quietly.No: Astrid nikket enig.En: Astrid nodded in agreement.No: "Helt magisk.En: "Completely magical."No: "Men deres glede ble avbrutt av en fjern rumling fra himmelen.En: But their joy was interrupted by a distant rumbling from the sky.No: Skyene rullet raskt inn igjen, og en storm truet i horisonten.En: The clouds quickly rolled back in, and a storm threatened on the horizon.No: "Vi må gå tilbake," sa Astrid bestemt.En: "We have to go back," said Astrid decisively.No: De tre vennene snudde og begynte å gå tilbake mot hovedgruppen.En: The three friends turned and began to walk back to the main group.No: Vinden ble sterkere, og regndråper begynte å falle, men Kjetil sørget for at de holdt seg samlet.En: The wind grew stronger, and raindrops began to fall, but Kjetil made sure they stayed together.No: Tilbake hos de andre var alle lettet over å ha kommet i sikkerhet før stormen brøt ut for alvor.En: Back with the others, everyone was relieved to have reached safety before the storm broke out in earnest.No: Selv om stunden med nordlyset var kort, hadde Kjetil oppnådd det han ønsket.En: Even though the moment with the nordlyset was brief, Kjetil had achieved what he wanted.No: De hadde sett lyset, og både Astrid og Maja var imponert.En: They had seen the lights, and both Astrid and Maja were impressed.No: Han skjønte at det også var viktig å sørge for at alle følte seg inkludert og trygge.En: He realized it was also important to ensure that everyone felt included and safe.No: Maja, som nå følte seg mer velkomment i gruppen, smilte til Kjetil.En: Maja, who now felt more welcomed in the group, smiled at Kjetil.No: "Takk for at du inviterte meg med," sa hun.En: "Thank you for inviting me," she said.No: Kjetil smilte tilbake.En: Kjetil smiled back.No: "Alle burde få se noe så vakkert.En: "Everyone should get to see something so beautiful."No: "Og med det hadde de alle fått en kveld de aldri ville glemme.En: And with that, they all had an evening they would never forget. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjøliggathered: samletsecluded: avsidesbackdrop: bakgrunnveil: slørenthusiastically: entusiastiskmagical: magiskrumbling: rumlingthreatened: truetrelieved: lettetsafety: sikkerhetimpressed: imponertensured: sørget forincluded: inkludertwelcomed: velkommentdecisively: bestemtbrief: kortadjusted: rakk oppeagerly: ivriguncertain: usikkercalm: stillegently: svaktshore: landsurprised: overrasketsmile: smilstorm: stormhorizon: horisontraindrops: regndråperachieved: oppnåddexperience: opplevelse

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Mystery in the Keukenhof Gardens: A Tale of Trust and Tulips Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-02-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een heldere herfstochtend in de Keukenhof-tuinen.En: It was a clear autumn morning in the Keukenhof-gardens.Nl: De lucht was fris en de bladeren kleurden goudgeel en rood.En: The air was crisp and the leaves turned golden yellow and red.Nl: De geur van vochtige aarde vulde de lucht.En: The smell of damp earth filled the air.Nl: Sander liep langs de paden, zijn ogen gericht op de tulpenbedden.En: Sander walked along the paths, his eyes fixed on the tulip beds.Nl: Een gevoel van trots over de prachtige bloemen maakte al snel plaats voor bezorgdheid.En: A sense of pride over the beautiful flowers quickly gave way to concern.Nl: De tulpen waren zijn trots en vreugde.En: The tulips were his pride and joy.Nl: Maar er gingen geruchten.En: But rumors were circulating.Nl: Een aantal tulpenbollen was verdwenen.En: A number of tulip bulbs had disappeared.Nl: Verdwenen?En: Disappeared?Nl: Wie zou zoiets durven doen, vroeg Sander zich af.En: Who would dare do such a thing, Sander wondered.Nl: Tessa, een jonge vrouw met felblonde krullen, was al vroeg in de tuin.En: Tessa, a young woman with bright blonde curls, was already in the garden early.Nl: Ze had een passie voor planten.En: She had a passion for plants.Nl: Ze hoorde van de verdwijning van de bollen en zag het als een kans.En: She heard about the disappearance of the bulbs and saw it as an opportunity.Nl: Een kans om haar botanische talent te tonen.En: An opportunity to showcase her botanical talent.Nl: "Denk je dat je weet wie het gedaan heeft?"En: "Do you think you know who did it?"Nl: vroeg ze aan Sander toen ze elkaar tegenkwamen bij de fontein.En: she asked Sander when they met at the fountain.Nl: "Ik vertrouw niemand," mompelde Sander.En: "I trust no one," Sander muttered.Nl: Hij keek om zich heen alsof elke bezoeker een verdachte was.En: He looked around as if every visitor was a suspect.Nl: Bram, de gids, hoorde het gesprek.En: Bram, the guide, overheard the conversation.Nl: Hij was geobsedeerd door de geschiedenis van de tuin.En: He was obsessed with the history of the garden.Nl: De gedachte dat iemand het erfgoed zou schenden maakte hem woedend.En: The thought of someone violating the heritage made him furious.Nl: "Misschien moeten we samenwerken," stelde Bram voor.En: "Maybe we should work together," Bram suggested.Nl: "De dief wil misschien beroemd worden.En: "The thief might want to become famous.Nl: Die eer laat ik hem niet."En: I won't let them have that honor."Nl: Sander aarzelde.En: Sander hesitated.Nl: Hij werkte liever alleen.En: He preferred to work alone.Nl: Maar de ernst van de situatie dwong hem anders.En: But the seriousness of the situation forced him otherwise.Nl: "Goed," stemde hij in.En: "Okay," he agreed.Nl: "Laten we samenwerken."En: "Let's work together."Nl: Tegen de avond zigzagden ze door de tuin, zoekend naar aanwijzingen.En: By evening they zigzagged through the garden, searching for clues.Nl: De bezoekers waren vertrokken en de tuin was stil.En: The visitors had left, and the garden was quiet.Nl: Totdat Tessa een beweging zag in de schaduwen.En: Until Tessa saw a movement in the shadows.Nl: "Daar!"En: "There!"Nl: fluisterde ze.En: she whispered.Nl: Ze wezen naar een figuur, gebukt en geheimzinnig.En: They pointed to a figure, crouched and mysterious.Nl: De figuur sjouwde met een zak.En: The figure was lugging a sack.Nl: De drie slopen dichterbij.En: The three moved closer.Nl: "Hé, wat doe je daar?"En: "Hey, what are you doing there?"Nl: riep Sander, nu vastberaden.En: Sander called out, now determined.Nl: De figuur verstijfde en probeerde te rennen.En: The figure froze and tried to run.Nl: Bram was sneller.En: Bram was faster.Nl: Hij greep de vreemdeling bij de arm.En: He grabbed the stranger by the arm.Nl: De zak viel op de grond en bollen rolden eruit.En: The sack fell to the ground and bulbs rolled out.Nl: "Waarom?"En: "Why?"Nl: vroeg Tessa geschokt.En: asked Tessa, shocked.Nl: De dief, een voormalige werknemer, zuchtte.En: The thief, a former employee, sighed.Nl: "Wraak.En: "Revenge.Nl: Ik voelde me onterecht behandeld."En: I felt unjustly treated."Nl: Sander schudde zijn hoofd.En: Sander shook his head.Nl: "De bollen zijn de ziel van de tuin.En: "The bulbs are the soul of the garden.Nl: Je kunt de tuin niet beschadigen vanwege persoonlijke wrok."En: You can't damage the garden for personal grievances."Nl: Met de bollen terug bij hun rechtmatige plek, begon Sander de waarde van samenwerking te zien.En: With the bulbs back in their rightful place, Sander began to see the value of cooperation.Nl: "Dankzij jullie," zei hij tegen Tessa en Bram.En: "Thanks to you both," he said to Tessa and Bram.Nl: De drie stonden samen onder de sterrenhemel.En: The three stood together under the starry sky.Nl: De tuin fluisterde zijn geheimen en de bladeren ritselden hun goedkeuring.En: The garden whispered its secrets and the leaves rustled their approval.Nl: Sander had geleerd dat delen en vertrouwen sterker zijn dan wantrouwen en angst.En: Sander had learned that sharing and trust are stronger than distrust and fear.Nl: En de Keukenhof-tuinen zouden blijven stralen, zelfs in de donkere nachten van de herfst.En: And the Keukenhof-gardens would continue to shine, even in the dark nights of autumn. Vocabulary Words:crisp: frisdamp: vochtigeconcern: bezorgdheidrumors: geruchtencirculating: gingendisappeared: verdwenencurls: krullenbotanical: botanischesuspect: verdachteoverheard: hoordeobsessed: geobsedeerdheritage: erfgoedfurious: woedendhonor: eerhesitated: aarzeldezigzagged: zigzagdenclues: aanwijzingencrouched: gebuktmysterious: geheimzinniglugging: sjouwdefroze: verstijfderevenge: wraakgrievances: wrokcooperation: samenwerkingshining: stralenwhispered: fluisterderustled: ritseldensharing: delendistrust: wantrouwenapproval: goedkeuring

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Unexpected Twists in Vondelpark: A Date to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-01-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De bladeren in Vondelpark verkleurden langzaam van groen naar warme tinten van oranje en goud.En: The leaves in Vondelpark slowly changed from green to warm shades of orange and gold.Nl: Het was een frisse herfstdag, perfect voor een eerste date.En: It was a crisp fall day, perfect for a first date.Nl: Bram stond bij de ingang van het park, zijn handen diep in zijn jaszakken gestoken om de opkomende kou te weren.En: Bram stood at the entrance of the park, his hands deep in his coat pockets to ward off the rising cold.Nl: Zijn adem kwam in wolkjes tevoorschijn terwijl hij op Sanne wachtte.En: His breath appeared in little clouds as he waited for Sanne.Nl: Hij voelde zich toch wat nerveus.En: He felt somewhat nervous.Nl: Het was zo belangrijk voor hem om een goede indruk te maken.En: It was so important to him to make a good impression.Nl: Sanne kwam aan met een stralende lach.En: Sanne arrived with a radiant smile.Nl: Ze had een dikke sjaal om en haar wangen waren roze van de ijzige lucht.En: She had a thick scarf on and her cheeks were pink from the icy air.Nl: "Hoi, Bram!"En: "Hi, Bram!"Nl: zei ze opgewekt.En: she said cheerfully.Nl: Bram voelde zich meteen wat meer op zijn gemak.En: Bram immediately felt a bit more at ease.Nl: Ze begonnen door het park te lopen en spraken over van alles en nog wat.En: They started walking through the park, talking about all sorts of things.Nl: Bram merkte dat Sanne niet alleen zelfverzekerd was, maar ook heel attent.En: Bram noticed that Sanne was not only confident but also very attentive.Nl: Ze stelde vragen en luisterde echt naar zijn antwoorden.En: She asked questions and genuinely listened to his answers.Nl: Ze lachten om de eekhoorntjes die nergens bang voor leken te zijn en discussieerden over waar de beste plek was voor warme chocolademelk.En: They laughed at the squirrels that seemed afraid of nothing and discussed where the best place was for hot chocolate.Nl: Plotseling dook Jasper op vanuit het niets, een gemeenschappelijke vriend van beiden.En: Suddenly, Jasper appeared out of nowhere, a mutual friend of both.Nl: "Hé, jullie ook hier!"En: "Hey, you two here as well!"Nl: riep hij vrolijk, terwijl hij naar hen toe liep.En: he called out happily as he walked over to them.Nl: Zijn komst was als een plotselinge herfstbui op een zonnige dag.En: His arrival was like a sudden autumn shower on a sunny day.Nl: Bram voelde een mengeling van spanning en teleurstelling.En: Bram felt a mix of tension and disappointment.Nl: Dit zou een intiem moment worden, alleen voor hem en Sanne.En: This was supposed to be an intimate moment, just for him and Sanne.Nl: Maar nu was Jasper hier, vol energie en enthousiaste verhalen.En: But now Jasper was here, full of energy and enthusiastic stories.Nl: Bram realiseerde zich dat hij zich moest aanpassen.En: Bram realized he had to adapt.Nl: Hij besloot Jasper bij hun gesprek te betrekken, terwijl hij steeds probeerde een speciaal moment met Sanne te vinden.En: He decided to involve Jasper in their conversation while always trying to find a special moment with Sanne.Nl: De drie van hen wandelden verder, grapjes makend en verhalen delend.En: The three of them continued strolling, making jokes and sharing stories.Nl: Toch bleef er in Bram's achterhoofd die prangende vraag knagen: Wat vond Sanne nu eigenlijk van hun tijd samen?En: Yet in the back of Bram's mind, that nagging question remained: What did Sanne actually think of their time together?Nl: Halverwege het park, terwijl Jasper even wat selfies aan het maken was met de kleurrijke herfstbladeren op de achtergrond, vond Bram zijn moment.En: Halfway through the park, while Jasper was taking some selfies with the colorful autumn leaves in the background, Bram found his moment.Nl: "Sanne," begon hij aarzelend, "ik weet dat het anders loopt dan gepland.En: "Sanne," he began hesitantly, "I know this isn't going as planned.Nl: Maar ik wil graag weten... geniet je van onze tijd samen?"En: But I'd like to know... are you enjoying our time together?"Nl: Sanne keek naar hem met een oprechte blik.En: Sanne looked at him with a sincere expression.Nl: "Ja, Bram.En: "Yes, Bram.Nl: Ik waardeer je eerlijkheid en ik vind het fijn dat je open bent," gaf ze toe.En: I appreciate your honesty, and I like that you're being open," she admitted.Nl: "Dit is misschien niet precies wat je had verwacht, maar ik ben blij dat we Jasper nu ook beter leren kennen."En: "This may not be exactly what you expected, but I'm glad we're getting to know Jasper better too."Nl: Jasper, die het laatste deel van hun gesprek opving, stelde voor om de date een onverwachte wending te geven.En: Jasper, who caught the last part of their conversation, suggested giving the date an unexpected twist.Nl: "Waarom gaan we niet een rondje fietsen door het park?En: "Why don't we take a bike ride around the park?Nl: Ik weet een plek waar ze veilige en warme fietsen verhuren."En: I know a place where they rent safe and warm bikes."Nl: Bram stemde in, zijn aanvankelijke nervositeit verdampte.En: Bram agreed, his initial nervousness dissipating.Nl: Ze eindigden de dag met een spontane fietstocht, lachend en genietend van de koele wind en het prachtige landschap dat hen omringde.En: They ended the day with a spontaneous bike ride, laughing and enjoying the cool wind and the beautiful scenery surrounding them.Nl: Aan het einde van de dag realiseerde Bram zich dat de mooiste momenten vaak voortkomen uit de kleinste spontaniteit.En: By the end of the day, Bram realized that the most beautiful moments often arise from the smallest spontaneities.Nl: Door zichzelf te zijn en de situatie te omarmen zoals die was, had hij iets veel waardevollers bereikt met Sanne.En: By being himself and embracing the situation as it was, he had reached something much more valuable with Sanne.Nl: En dat was genoeg om de dag als een succes te zien.En: And that was enough to see the day as a success. Vocabulary Words:leaves: bladerenshades: tintencrisp: frisseradiant: stralendecheerfully: opgewektattentive: attentgenuinely: echtsquirrels: eekhoorntjesdiscussed: besprakenmutual: gemeenschappelijketension: spanningdisappointment: teleurstellingintimate: intiementhusiastic: enthousiastenagging: prangendeexpression: blikadmitted: toegevenunexpected: onverwachtetwist: wendinghesitantly: aarzelendappreciate: waardeerembracing: omarmenspontaneities: spontaniteitlandscape: landschapbicycle: fietsrental: verhurennervousness: nervositeitsincere: oprechteinitial: aanvankelijkevaluable: waardevollers

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Family Feasts and Fiascos: A Recipe for Harmony Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-09-27-07-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Gula löv låg som ett gyllene täcke över parkeringsplatsen utanför den stora mataffären.En: Golden leaves lay like a golden blanket over the parking lot outside the large supermarket.Sv: Lars tog ett djupt andetag, fylld av höstens friska luft.En: Lars took a deep breath, filled with the fresh autumn air.Sv: Det var hans plan att samla familjen för en trevlig middag.En: It was his plan to gather the family for a pleasant dinner.Sv: Kan det verkligen bli trevligt?En: Could it really be pleasant?Sv: tänkte han för sig själv.En: he thought to himself.Sv: Med Karin och Oskar kunde vad som helst hända.En: With Karin and Oskar, anything could happen.Sv: Familjemiddagar brukade inte vara fredliga.En: Family dinners usually weren't peaceful.Sv: Med en vag känsla av förväntan steg Lars, Karin och Oskar in genom de automatiska dörrarna.En: With a vague feeling of anticipation, Lars, Karin, and Oskar stepped in through the automatic doors.Sv: Inne i butiken, bland doften av pumpor och kanel, börja de första tecknen på oenighet redan bubbla upp.En: Inside the store, amidst the scent of pumpkins and cinnamon, the first signs of disagreement already began to bubble up.Sv: Lars höll listan hårt i handen.En: Lars held the list tightly in his hand.Sv: "Vi borde ta äppelpaj", sa Karin över sin axel när de kom till dessertsektionen.En: "We should get apple pie," said Karin over her shoulder when they reached the dessert section.Sv: "Nej, chokladtårta är bättre", påpekade Oskar med sin vanliga suck.En: "No, chocolate cake is better," Oskar remarked with his usual sigh.Sv: "Vi har alltid äppelpaj!En: "We always have apple pie!"Sv: ", insisterade Karin.En: insisted Karin.Sv: Lars stod där, vilse mellan deras argument som vanligt.En: Lars stood there, lost between their arguments as usual.Sv: Han visste att han måste göra något.En: He knew he had to do something.Sv: "Vad sägs om att vi tar båda?"En: "How about we get both?"Sv: föreslog han försiktigt.En: he suggested cautiously.Sv: Båda stirrade på honom.En: Both stared at him.Sv: Karin log smått, vilket var sällsynt, och Oskar ryckte på axlarna.En: Karin smiled slightly, which was rare, and Oskar shrugged.Sv: "Visst, varför inte båda?En: "Sure, why not both?"Sv: ", sa Oskar oväntat generöst.En: said Oskar unexpectedly generously.Sv: De fortsatte sin väg genom butiken, men lugnet var kortlivat.En: They continued their way through the store, but the calm was short-lived.Sv: Vid mejerihyllan bröt en ny argumentation ut.En: At the dairy aisle, a new argument broke out.Sv: "Ekologisk mjölk är bättre", sa Karin.En: "Organic milk is better," said Karin.Sv: "Det är slöseri med pengar", svarade Oskar.En: "It's a waste of money," replied Oskar.Sv: Lars insåg att han måste göra något mer.En: Lars realized he had to do something more.Sv: "Hörni", sa han, nu med mer eftertryck, "Låt oss tänka på vad vi egentligen ska göra här.En: "Hey," he said, now with more emphasis, "Let's think about what we're really doing here.Sv: Vi vill ju bara ha en trevlig middag.En: We just want to have a pleasant dinner.Sv: Kan vi försöka samarbeta?"En: Can we try to cooperate?"Sv: Det var en märklig tystnad, som om båda funderade på vad han sa.En: There was a strange silence, as if both were considering what he said.Sv: De smålog sedan, något generade.En: They then smiled slightly, somewhat embarrassed.Sv: De insåg att de kanske kunde använda sin energi bättre.En: They realized they might be able to use their energy better.Sv: När de nådde kassorna började något märkligt hända.En: When they reached the checkouts, something strange began to happen.Sv: Den ena kassan gick sönder, och kön blev lång.En: One of the registers broke down, and the line became long.Sv: Karin tappade en burk soppa som rullade mot Oskar.En: Karin dropped a can of soup that rolled towards Oskar.Sv: Han plockade upp den och började skratta.En: He picked it up and started to laugh.Sv: Det fick Karin att också skratta.En: It made Karin laugh too.Sv: "Vi kanske skulle ha gått till den där andra affären", skämtade Oskar.En: "Maybe we should have gone to that other store," joked Oskar.Sv: Deras fnittrighet smittade av sig på Lars.En: Their giggles were contagious to Lars.Sv: I ett ögonblick av harmoni betalade de för varorna och gick tillbaka mot bilen.En: In a moment of harmony, they paid for the groceries and headed back to the car.Sv: Luften var kallare nu, och de tre gick tillsammans med fulla händer, men lättare hjärtan.En: The air was colder now, and the three walked together with full hands, but lighter hearts.Sv: Lars insåg att det inte bara handlade om mat eller tradition.En: Lars realized that it wasn't just about food or tradition.Sv: Det handlade om att förstå och hjälpa.En: It was about understanding and helping each other.Sv: Kanske, tänkte han, var detta en början mot mer fred, om än bara för den kvällen.En: Maybe, he thought, this was the beginning of more peace, even if only for that evening. Vocabulary Words:blanket: täckeanticipation: förväntanautomatic: automatiskacinnamon: kaneldisagreement: oenighetinsisted: insisteradecautiously: försiktigtgenerously: generöstcooperate: samarbetaembarrassed: generadecheckout: kassornacontagious: smittadetradition: traditionorganic: ekologiskautumn: höstenargument: argumentationbubbling: bubblapleasant: trevligaisle: hyllansupermarket: mataffärengather: samlapeaceful: fredligashrugged: ryckte på axlarnaharmony: harmoniconsidering: funderabegan: börjaproposal: föresloggiggled: fnittrighetrealized: insågvague: vag

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Intern Heroics: Sea Lion Escapades at Barcelona Aquarium Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-09-26-07-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol brillava sobre la façana de vidre de l'Aquàrium de Barcelona.En: The sun shone on the glass facade of the Aquàrium de Barcelona.Ca: L'interior estava ple de gent: famílies, grups d'escolars i turistes fascinats pel món submarí.En: The interior was full of people: families, groups of schoolchildren, and tourists fascinated by the underwater world.Ca: Júlia estava allà, amb els ulls brillants plens d'entusiasme.En: Júlia was there, her eyes bright with enthusiasm.Ca: Era el seu primer dia com a estudiant en pràctiques.En: It was her first day as an intern.Ca: Pau, el seu supervisor, semblava una mica despistat aquell dia.En: Pau, her supervisor, seemed a bit distracted that day.Ca: Portava massa papers a les mans i no sabia on havia deixat el seu cafè.En: He carried too many papers in his hands and didn't know where he had left his coffee.Ca: Al seu costat, Xavi, un turista amb ganes de passar-ho bé, ja estava preparat amb el mòbil per fer-se selfies.En: Beside him, Xavi, a tourist eager for a good time, was already ready with his phone to take selfies.Ca: De sobte, es va sentir un crit: "El lleó marí!En: Suddenly, a shout was heard: "The sea lion!Ca: S'ha escapat!".En: It's escaped!Ca: Enmig del caos, un jove lleó marí havia trobat la porta oberta del seu tanc.En: In the midst of the chaos, a young sea lion had found the door of its tank open.Ca: Amb un mig rodolí, mig salt, es movia entre els visitants sorpresos, creant una barreja de rialles i crits.En: With a half-roll, half-jump, it moved among the surprised visitors, creating a mix of laughter and shouts.Ca: Júlia va veure la cara de pànic a Pau i va saber que havia de fer alguna cosa.En: Júlia saw the panic on Pau's face and knew she had to do something.Ca: Va recordar les classes sobre el comportament dels lleons marins.En: She remembered the lessons about sea lion behavior.Ca: "Amanida de peixos!", va pensar.En: "Fish salad!" she thought.Ca: És el menjar preferit del lleó marí.En: It's the sea lion's favorite food.Ca: Va córrer cap al magatzem de menjar i va preparar un plat ple.En: She ran to the food storage and prepared a full dish.Ca: Mentrestant, el lleó marí es dirigia cap al recinte dels pingüins.En: Meanwhile, the sea lion headed towards the penguin enclosure.Ca: Xavi, amb el seu mòbil, no deixava de fer fotos de l'animal jugant amb els nens.En: Xavi, with his phone, kept taking pictures of the animal playing with the children.Ca: Júlia va aparèixer prop dels pingüins amb el plat de menjar.En: Júlia appeared near the penguins with the dish of food.Ca: "Ei, valent! Mira què tinc aquí!", va cridar amb veu animada.En: "Hey, brave one! Look what I have here!" she called out in a lively voice.Ca: L'olfacte del lleó marí va detectar el menjar i va començar a seguir-la.En: The sea lion's sense of smell detected the food and started to follow her.Ca: Amb habilitat, Júlia va guiar el lleó marí de tornada cap al seu tanc.En: With skill, Júlia guided the sea lion back to its tank.Ca: La multitud s'havia aglomerat al seu voltant, cada cop més entusiasmada.En: The crowd had gathered around her, increasingly excited.Ca: Júlia, amb un somriure, va posar el menjar dins el tanc i el lleó marí va saltar a dins amb elegància.En: Júlia, with a smile, placed the food inside the tank and the sea lion jumped in with grace.Ca: El públic va esclatar en aplaudiments.En: The audience burst into applause.Ca: Pau, alleujat, va abraçar Júlia i li va dir: "Bon treball, Júlia!En: Pau, relieved, hugged Júlia and said, "Good job, Júlia!Ca: Ara sé que puc comptar amb tu per a més responsabilitats".En: Now I know I can count on you for more responsibilities."Ca: Xavi, amb una selfie guanyadora, va marxar content d'haver capturat l'incident amb humor.En: Xavi, with a winning selfie, left happy to have captured the incident with humor.Ca: Júlia se sentia satisfeta i més segura de si mateixa.En: Júlia felt satisfied and more confident.Ca: Aquell dia va aprendre que podia resoldre qualsevol emergència amb rapidesa i determinació.En: That day she learned she could handle any emergency quickly and with determination.Ca: Havia superat el seu primer repte, i el mar era, més que mai, el seu escenari per a noves aventures.En: She had overcome her first challenge, and the sea was, more than ever, her stage for new adventures. Vocabulary Words:the sea lion: el lleó maríthe facade: la façanato escape: escapar-sethe tank: el tancthe chaos: el caosthe intern: l'estudiant en pràctiquesdistracted: despistatto guide: guiarthe enclosure: el recinteto capture: capturareager: amb ganesthe applause: els aplaudimentsthe challenge: el repteenthusiasm: l'entusiasmeto shout: cridarthe visitor: el visitantto prepare: prepararthe crowd: la multitudto hug: abraçarto overcome: superarthe audience: el públicrelieved: alleujatto fascinate: fascinarthe incident: l'incidentdetermination: la determinacióthe emergency: l'emergènciato burst: esclatarthe penguin: el pingüíthe food storage: el magatzem de menjarto detect: detectar

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Beneath the Delhi Sun: A Journey from Turmoil to Tranquility Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-09-25-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: रवि के दिल में एक हिचकिचाहट थी।En: रवि had a hesitation in his heart.Hi: दिल्ली की हलचल भरी सड़कों पर चलते हुए, वह अपनी बहन मीना के कॉफी रोस्टरी की ओर बढ़ रहा था।En: Walking through the bustling streets of Delhi, he was heading towards his sister Meena's coffee roastery.Hi: चारों ओर लगीं रंग-बिरंगी पताकाएं आने वाले त्यौहारों की आहट दे रही थीं, परंतु रवि के मन में उथल-पुथल मची थी।En: The colorful flags all around gave a hint of the upcoming festivals, but रवि's mind was in turmoil.Hi: कॉफी रोस्टरी के अंदर कदम रखते ही, ताजा भुनी कॉफी की खुशबू ने उसे कुछ पल के लिए अपनी समस्याओं को भुला दिया।En: As soon as he stepped inside the coffee roastery, the aroma of freshly roasted coffee made him forget his problems for a moment.Hi: बड़े-बड़े खिड़कियों से सुनहरी धूप भीतर आ रही थी, और जगह-जगह लोग हंसते-बोलते नज़र आ रहे थे।En: Golden sunlight was streaming in through the large windows, and people were seen chatting and laughing everywhere.Hi: चाय के कपों की खनक और बातचीत की गूंज के बीच, मीना काउंटर के पीछे खड़ी थी, मुस्कुराती हुई।En: Amidst the clink of tea cups and the buzz of conversation, मीना was standing behind the counter, smiling.Hi: "अरे रवि!En: "Hey रवि!Hi: कैसे हो?En: How are you?"Hi: " मीना ने अपने चिर-परिचित अंदाज में कहा।En: मीना asked in her familiar manner.Hi: उसकी आवाज़ में वही पुरानी गर्मजोशी थी।En: There was the same old warmth in her voice.Hi: रवि ने हल्की मुस्कान दी और एक गहरी सांस लेकर काउंटर की ओर बढ़ा।En: रवि gave a slight smile and took a deep breath as he approached the counter.Hi: "बस, आजकल ऑफिस में बहुत काम है," रवि ने संक्षेप में बात शुरू की।En: "Just a lot of work at the office these days," रवि began briefly.Hi: मीना ने उसके लिए एक विशेष कप्पुचिनो तैयार किया और उसके पास बैठ गई।En: मीना prepared a special cappuccino for him and sat down beside him.Hi: "मैं जानती हूं कि तुम कितने मेहनती हो, पर क्या काम ज़िंदगी से भी ज़्यादा महत्वपूर्ण है?En: "I know how hardworking you are, but is work more important than life?"Hi: " उसने धीरे से पूछा।En: she gently asked.Hi: रवि ने सिर हिलाकर हामी भरी।En: रवि nodded in agreement.Hi: साथ ही, पार्थ भी वहीं आ गया, अपने चुटकुले सुनाने की चिर-परिचित कोशिश में।En: Meanwhile, Parth also arrived, trying his usual attempt at jokes.Hi: "अरे भाई, तुम्हारे चेहरे की चिंता तो कॉफी की तरह गहरी है," उसने हंसते हुए कहा।En: "Hey man, the worry on your face is as deep as coffee," he said with a laugh.Hi: रवि हंसी रोक ना सका, और इसी बहाने उसकी परेशानी कुछ हल्की हुई।En: रवि couldn't hold back his laughter, and through this excuse, his worries lightened a bit.Hi: रवि ने महसूस किया कि मीना उसकी चिंता को समझ रही थी।En: रवि realized that मीना understood his concerns.Hi: उसने धीरे से कहा, "याद है जब हम छोटे थे, मा हमेशा कहती थीं कि रिश्तों में मिठास बनाए रखने के लिए थोड़े-थोड़े 'गुड़' की जरूरत होती है।En: She softly said, "Remember when we were young, mom always said that to keep sweetness in relationships, a little 'jaggery' is needed."Hi: "रवि के मन में जैसे किसी ने घंटी बजा दी।En: A bell seemed to ring in रवि's mind.Hi: "हाँ," उसने सोचा, "छोटे-छोटे पल ही रिश्तों को मजबूत बनाते हैं।En: "Yes," he thought, "it's the small moments that strengthen relationships."Hi: " उसी शाम, जब वह मीना से विदा ले रहा था, उसके दिल में एक नया निश्चय था।En: That evening, as he was bidding farewell to मीना, he had a new resolve in his heart.Hi: वह अपनी पत्नी और बच्चों के लिए एक छोटे से पारिवारिक पिकनिक की योजना बनाएगा।En: He would plan a small family picnic for his wife and children.Hi: "धन्यवाद, दीदी," रवि ने मीना को गले लगाते हुए कहा।En: "Thank you, didi," रवि said, hugging मीना.Hi: मीना ने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा, "समझदारी छोटे-छोटे कामों में दिखती है, बड़े साहस में नहीं।En: मीना smiled and said, "Wisdom shows in small deeds, not big bravery."Hi: "उसके शब्दों ने रवि को दिशा दी।En: Her words gave रवि direction.Hi: अब वह जानता था कि उसे काम और परिवार के बीच संतुलन कैसे बनाना है।En: He now knew how to balance work and family.Hi: घर लौटते हुए, उसके कदम हल्के थे, जैसे उसके कंधों से एक भारी बोझ उतर गया हो।En: As he returned home, his steps were light, as if a heavy burden had been lifted off his shoulders.Hi: उसे एहसास था कि असली खुशी उन छोटे-छोटे पलों में है जो हम रोजाना जीते हैं।En: He realized that real happiness is in those small moments we live every day. Vocabulary Words:hesitation: हिचकिचाहटbustling: हलचल भरीturmoil: उथल-पुथलaroma: खुशबूstepping: कदम रखतेfreshly: ताजाstreaming: भीतर आ रहीamidst: बीचclink: खनकbuzz: गूंजfamiliar: चिर-परिचितgently: धीरे सेagreement: हामीconcerns: चिंताworry: परेशानीlaughter: हंसीrealized: एहसासmoment: पलresolve: निश्चयfarewell: विदाburden: बोझlightened: हल्कीhardworking: मेहनतीbalance: संतुलनstrengthen: मजबूत बनातेfestival: त्यौहारupcoming: आने वालेcounter: काउंटरstrength: मजबूतीpicnic: पिकनिक

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: An Accidental Brew: Reviving Traditions and Discovering Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-09-25-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en krispig höstdag i byn.En: It was a crisp autumn day in the byn.Sv: Löven prasslade under fötterna när Kaj öppnade dörren till familjens gamla rosteri.En: The leaves rustled underfoot as Kaj opened the door to the family's old roastery.Sv: Doften av nyrostat kaffe blandade sig med den svala höstluften.En: The scent of freshly roasted coffee mixed with the cool autumn air.Sv: I hörnet av rummet stod Oliver och försökte sortera kaffepåsar.En: In the corner of the room stood Oliver, trying to sort coffee bags.Sv: Hans händer arbetade entusiastiskt men klumpigt, och emellanåt hördes ett mjukt ljud av en säck som föll.En: His hands worked enthusiastically but clumsily, and occasionally a soft sound of a sack falling could be heard.Sv: Kaj suckade.En: Kaj sighed.Sv: Han älskade det här stället.En: He loved this place.Sv: Här hade hans mormor skapat sitt berömda kaffe, älskat av alla i byn.En: Here, his grandmother had created her famous coffee, loved by everyone in the byn.Sv: Men hon hade aldrig skrivit ner receptet.En: But she had never written down the recipe.Sv: Nu var det Kaj som ville återskapa mormors hemliga blandning inför den stora kaffefestivalen.En: Now it was Kaj who wanted to recreate his grandmother's secret blend for the big coffee festival.Sv: Även lite för att imponera på Maja, hans gamla barndomsvän och hemliga förälskelse.En: Also a bit to impress Maja, his old childhood friend and secret crush.Sv: Där stod han med olika kaffebönor och försökte få rätt balans.En: There he stood with different coffee beans, trying to get the balance right.Sv: Men något saknades alltid.En: But something was always missing.Sv: Hans tankar blev ofta avbrutna av Oliver, vars fumliga händer ibland spred bönor över golvet.En: His thoughts were often interrupted by Oliver, whose fumbling hands sometimes scattered beans across the floor.Sv: En dag när Oliver av misstag stötte till bänken, välte han en blandning av bönor i en skål som Kaj just lagt ifrån sig.En: One day, when Oliver accidentally bumped the counter, he knocked over a blend of beans into a bowl that Kaj had just set aside.Sv: "Förlåt, Kaj!"En: "Sorry, Kaj!"Sv: ropade Oliver skuldsamt.En: shouted Oliver guiltily.Sv: Kaj skakade på huvudet men kunde inte låta bli att le.En: Kaj shook his head but couldn't help but smile.Sv: Oliver betydde väl.En: Oliver meant well.Sv: "Det är okej, Oliver", sa Kaj och torkade upp efter hans assistent.En: "It's okay, Oliver," said Kaj, cleaning up after his assistant.Sv: Medan han städade, gick dörrklockan och Maja kom in.En: As he cleaned, the doorbell rang, and Maja came in.Sv: Hon log brett.En: She smiled broadly.Sv: "Hej, Kaj", sa hon.En: "Hey, Kaj," she said.Sv: "Jag tänkte att jag kanske kunde hjälpa till.En: "I thought maybe I could help.Sv: Jag vet hur viktig mormors kaffe var för dig."En: I know how important your grandmother's coffee was to you."Sv: Kaj nickade tacksamt.En: Kaj nodded gratefully.Sv: De två började arbeta tillsammans.En: The two of them began working together.Sv: Maja pratade om gamla minnen och Kaj kände sig mer avslappnad än han gjort på länge.En: Maja talked about old memories, and Kaj felt more relaxed than he had in a long time.Sv: De provade olika blandningar och skrattade när ett experiment gick snett.En: They tried different blends and laughed when an experiment went awry.Sv: Plötsligt, mitt i röran, insåg Kaj och Maja att en av de kaotiska blandningarna, den som Oliver snubblat till av misstag, hade en bekant doft.En: Suddenly, in the midst of the chaos, Kaj and Maja realized that one of the chaotic blends, the one Oliver had accidentally knocked together, had a familiar aroma.Sv: De smakade och skrattade förvånat.En: They tasted it and laughed in surprise.Sv: Det var den rätta smaken!En: It was the right taste!Sv: "Oliver!En: "Oliver!Sv: Du har gjort det!"En: You did it!"Sv: utbrast Kaj.En: exclaimed Kaj.Sv: På kaffefestivalen glänste rosteriets bås med den nya, perfekta blandningen.En: At the coffee festival, the roastery's booth shone with the new, perfect blend.Sv: Folk flockades runt för att smaka på mormors legendariska kaffe.En: People flocked around to taste the grandmother's legendary coffee.Sv: Vänner och främlingar berömde Kaj för hans lyckade återupplivning av en älskad tradition.En: Friends and strangers praised Kaj for his successful revival of a beloved tradition.Sv: Maja stod bredvid honom och delade hans stolthet.En: Maja stood beside him, sharing his pride.Sv: När dagen blev kväll, och rostningsmaskinerna vilade, satt Kaj och Maja kvar i den svagt upplysta lokalen.En: As the day turned to evening, and the roasting machines rested, Kaj and Maja sat in the dimly lit room.Sv: "Du gjorde det, Kaj", sa Maja.En: "You did it, Kaj," said Maja.Sv: "Mormor skulle vara stolt."En: "Grandmother would be proud."Sv: Kaj log och insåg hur mycket samarbetet med både Oliver och Maja hade betytt.En: Kaj smiled and realized how much the collaboration with both Oliver and Maja had meant.Sv: Kaj hade inte bara återskapat mormors blandning, han hade också lärt sig att värdesätta oväntade överraskningar och de människor som delade hans resa.En: Kaj had not only recreated his grandmother's blend, but he had also learned to appreciate unexpected surprises and the people who shared his journey.Sv: Med ett leende såg han fram emot nya äventyr, både i kaffets värld och med Maja vid sin sida.En: With a smile, he looked forward to new adventures, both in the world of coffee and with Maja by his side. Vocabulary Words:crisp: krispigrustled: prassladeroastery: rostericlumsily: klumpigtsack: säcksighed: suckadeblend: blandningfumbling: fumligascattered: spredcounter: bänkgulitly: skuldsamtassistant: assistentgratefully: tacksamtrelaxed: avslappnadexperiment: experimentwent awry: gick snettchaos: rörafamiliar: bekantexclaimed: utbrastbooth: båsflocked: flockadespraised: berömderevival: återupplivningpride: stolthetmachinery: maskinerdimly lit: svagt upplystaappreciate: värdesättaunexpected: oväntadejourney: resaadventures: äventyr

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Breaking the Silence: A Project Manager's Wake-Up Call Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-09-14-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Las paredes del edificio de oficinas vibraban con el sonido del tráfico de la Ciudad de México.En: The walls of the office building vibrated with the sound of traffic from Ciudad de México.Es: Era pronto un caluroso día de finales de verano, y en el piso 14, la oficina de Mateo estaba llena de actividad.En: It was soon a hot late summer day, and on the 14th floor, Mateo's office was bustling with activity.Es: Había banderas coloridas y papel picado decorando cada rincón en preparación para el Día de la Independencia de México.En: Colorful flags and papel picado adorned every corner in preparation for Día de la Independencia de México.Es: Sin embargo, Mateo apenas notaba estos detalles.En: However, Mateo barely noticed these details.Es: Su escritorio estaba cubierto de papeles y su pantalla mostraba gráficos y tablas interminables.En: His desk was covered with papers, and his screen displayed endless charts and tables.Es: Mateo era un gerente de proyectos muy dedicado.En: Mateo was a very dedicated project manager.Es: El proyecto que tenía entre manos requería toda su atención, y la fecha límite inminente lo mantenía despierto noches enteras.En: The project he was handling required his full attention, and the impending deadline kept him awake entire nights.Es: No quería mostrar signos de agotamiento.En: He didn't want to show any signs of exhaustion.Es: Pero dentro de él, sentía una presión silenciosa, una fatiga que comenzaba a pesarle.En: But within him, he felt a silent pressure, a fatigue that began to weigh on him.Es: Por otro lado, Lucía, la colega más animada de la oficina, organizaba la fiesta del Día de la Independencia con entusiasmo.En: On the other hand, Lucía, the most lively colleague in the office, was enthusiastically organizing the Día de la Independencia party.Es: Ella sabía cómo convertir un espacio de trabajo en una celebración llena de vida.En: She knew how to turn a workspace into a lively celebration.Es: "Mateo, ¿quieres ayudarme con las decoraciones?" preguntó Lucía, sonriendo.En: "Mateo, do you want to help me with the decorations?" Lucía asked, smiling.Es: Pero Mateo solo pudo forzar una sonrisa y fingir que estaba demasiado ocupado.En: But Mateo could only force a smile and pretend he was too busy.Es: Carlos, el mejor amigo de Mateo en la oficina, observaba la situación con preocupación.En: Carlos, Mateo's best friend in the office, watched the situation with concern.Es: Sabía que algo no estaba bien con su amigo.En: He knew something wasn't right with his friend.Es: "Oye, ¿todo bien, hermano? Pareces un poco pálido," comentó Carlos mientras pasaba por su escritorio.En: "Hey, are you okay, buddy? You look a bit pale," Carlos commented as he passed by his desk.Es: "Sí, sí, todo bien," respondió Mateo con rapidez.En: "Yeah, yeah, all good," Mateo replied quickly.Es: No quería que nadie supiera cuán difícil se le estaba haciendo todo.En: He didn't want anyone to know how hard everything was becoming for him.Es: Pero la verdad era que cada paso se volvía un desafío y el mundo a su alrededor parecía girar sin control a veces.En: But the truth was that each step was becoming a challenge, and the world around him seemed to spin out of control at times.Es: La semana avanzaba y el gran día llegó.En: The week advanced, and the big day arrived.Es: Mateo tenía que dar una presentación importante.En: Mateo had to give an important presentation.Es: El equipo completo, junto con su jefe, estaba reunido en la sala de conferencias.En: The entire team, along with his boss, was gathered in the conference room.Es: Las luces brillaban y el aire estaba cargado de expectativa.En: The lights shone brightly and the air was charged with expectation.Es: Mientras Mateo hablaba, sintió una oleada intensa de vértigo.En: As Mateo spoke, he felt an intense wave of vertigo.Es: Todo comenzó a dar vueltas y tuvo que agarrarse a la mesa.En: Everything began to spin, and he had to hold onto the table.Es: El silencio en la sala se volvió palpable.En: The silence in the room became palpable.Es: Carlos dio un paso rápido hacia adelante, y Lucía dejó caer los rollos de decoraciones que sostenía.En: Carlos took a quick step forward, and Lucía dropped the rolls of decorations she was holding.Es: "No puedo... no puedo..." murmuró Mateo.En: "I can't... I can't..." Mateo murmured.Es: Sus palabras se quebraron y la presentación se detuvo.En: His words broke, and the presentation came to a halt.Es: Finalmente, admitió su situación.En: Finally, he admitted his situation.Es: "He estado sintiéndome mal, no lo soporté más."En: "I've been feeling unwell, I couldn't take it anymore."Es: Carlos lo sostuvo, mientras Lucía llamó al médico de la oficina.En: Carlos supported him, while Lucía called the office doctor.Es: Mateo fue llevado a una sala de descanso mientras las preocupaciones se disipaban entre sus compañeros de trabajo.En: Mateo was taken to a rest room while concerns dissipated among his coworkers.Es: La verdad salió a la luz: Mateo estaba abrumado y sobrecargado.En: The truth came to light: Mateo was overwhelmed and overloaded.Es: Con la ayuda de Carlos y Lucía, Mateo fue atendido y recibió el descanso que necesitaba.En: With the help of Carlos and Lucía, Mateo was cared for and received the rest he needed.Es: El equipo se unió para sacar adelante el proyecto; trabajaron juntos y apoyaron mutuamente.En: The team came together to move the project forward; they worked together and supported each other.Es: La fiesta del Día de la Independencia fue un éxito, con risas y música llenando el aire.En: The Día de la Independencia party was a success, with laughter and music filling the air.Es: Al final, mientras el ruido de los cohetes iluminaba el cielo nocturno de la ciudad, Mateo entendió que había aprendido una lección importante.En: In the end, as the noise of fireworks lit up the night sky of the city, Mateo realized he had learned an important lesson.Es: Salud y ayuda de amigos eran más valiosas que cualquier proyecto.En: Health and friends' help were more valuable than any project.Es: En el próximo reto, sabría cuándo pedir ayuda.En: In the next challenge, he'd know when to ask for help.Es: Y así, aunque cansado, Mateo sonrió al ver a su equipo unido más que nunca.En: And so, although tired, Mateo smiled as he saw his team more united than ever. Vocabulary Words:the walls: las paredesthe office: la oficinathe deadline: la fecha límitethe exhaustion: el agotamientothe fatigue: la fatigathe colleague: la colegathe decorations: las decoracionesthe concern: la preocupaciónthe presentation: la presentaciónthe silence: el silenciothe truth: la verdadthe project: el proyectothe support: el apoyothe noise: el ruidothe fireworks: los cohetesthe opportunity: la oportunidadthe challenge: el desafíothe rest room: la sala de descansothe expectation: la expectativathe desk: el escritoriothe manager: el gerentethe vertigo: el vértigothe support: el apoyothe workplace: el espacio de trabajothe coworker: el compañero de trabajothe lesson: la lecciónthe charts: los gráficosthe tables: las tablasthe decorations: los rollos de decoracionesthe fireworks: el cielo nocturno

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Hidden Treasure: A Mysterious Journey to Trust and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-01-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De herfstbladeren ritselden onder mijn voeten terwijl ik het pad naar de oude studentenflat volgde.En: The autumn leaves rustled beneath my feet as I followed the path to the old student apartment.Nl: De rode bakstenen muren waren begroeid met klimop, alsof de natuur de tijdloze sfeer van het gebouw wilde omarmen.En: The red brick walls were covered in ivy, as if nature wanted to embrace the building's timeless atmosphere.Nl: Binnen was het warm en een beetje rommelig, met bonte posters en een verzameling meubels die diepte gaven aan de studentensfeer.En: Inside, it was warm and a bit cluttered, with colorful posters and an assortment of furniture that added depth to the student vibe.Nl: Ik, Sanne, stond in de gezamenlijke woonkamer, een zachte bries blazend door het geopende raam.En: I, Sanne, stood in the shared living room, a gentle breeze blowing through the open window.Nl: Mijn ogen tuurden naar de lege plek op mijn bureau waar ooit het hangertje van mijn oma had gelegen.En: My eyes wandered to the empty spot on my desk where my grandmother's pendant had once lain.Nl: Het was verdwenen, en ik kon het niet zomaar accepteren.En: It was gone, and I couldn't just accept that.Nl: Ik sloot mijn ogen en haalde diep adem.En: I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.Nl: "Oké, Sanne," murmelde ik tegen mezelf, "je kunt dit oplossen."En: "Okay, Sanne," I murmured to myself, "you can solve this."Nl: Maar diep vanbinnen twijfelde ik nog steeds.En: But deep down, I still had doubts.Nl: Wat als iemand het gestolen had?En: What if someone had stolen it?Nl: Wat als ik mijn vrienden aan het verkeerd beschuldigen was?En: What if I was wrongfully accusing my friends?Nl: Joris, mijn kamermaat, zat op de bank met een kom chips op zijn schoot.En: Joris, my roommate, sat on the couch with a bowl of chips on his lap.Nl: Zijn alledaagse glimlach had iets speels, maar zijn ogen verborgen vaak meer dan hij liet zien.En: His everyday smile had something playful about it, but his eyes often hid more than he showed.Nl: "Hee, Sanne, heb je het hangertje al gevonden?"En: "Hey, Sanne, have you found the pendant yet?"Nl: "Nog niet," antwoordde ik, terwijl ik probeerde niet verdacht te klinken.En: "Not yet," I replied, trying not to sound suspicious.Nl: "Maar ik ga het vinden."En: "But I'm going to find it."Nl: Ik besloot om subtiel te zijn in mijn vragen.En: I decided to be subtle with my questions.Nl: "Heb jij toevallig iets gezien?"En: "Have you seen anything?"Nl: Hij schudde zijn hoofd, zijn blik kort op mij gericht voor hij weer naar de televisie keek.En: He shook his head, his gaze briefly meeting mine before looking back at the television.Nl: "Niet echt.En: "Not really.Nl: Misschien heb je het ergens anders neergelegd?"En: Maybe you put it somewhere else?"Nl: Ik knikte, hoewel ik zeker wist dat dat niet zo was.En: I nodded, though I was sure that wasn't the case.Nl: Daarna ging ik naar Anouk.En: Then I went to Anouk.Nl: Ze zat in een hoek, verdiept in een boek, zoals altijd omringd door een mysterie.En: She was sitting in a corner, engrossed in a book, as always surrounded by a mystery.Nl: Haar glimlach was oprecht, maar er was een stille geheimzinnigheid in haar ogen die me nieuwsgierig maakte.En: Her smile was genuine, but there was a quiet secrecy in her eyes that made me curious.Nl: "Anouk, ik mis mijn oma's hangertje.En: "Anouk, I'm missing my grandmother's pendant.Nl: Heb jij iets gezien?"En: Have you seen anything?"Nl: vroeg ik, terwijl ik haar reactie zorgvuldig observeerde.En: I asked, carefully observing her reaction.Nl: Haar ogen ontmoetten de mijne en ze aarzelde een moment.En: Her eyes met mine, and she hesitated for a moment.Nl: "Nee, sorry, Sanne.En: "No, sorry, Sanne.Nl: Maar ik kan helpen zoeken."En: But I can help you look."Nl: Ik vond het een vreemd antwoord, maar liep toch met haar langs de gangen.En: I found it a strange response, but I walked with her down the halls anyway.Nl: Mijn hoofd tolde van de vragen.En: My head was spinning with questions.Nl: Waarom zou iemand het hangertje pakken?En: Why would someone take the pendant?Nl: Was het überhaupt gestolen?En: Was it even stolen?Nl: De dagen gingen voorbij en ik kreeg steeds meer moed.En: Days passed, and I grew more courageous.Nl: In de gemeenschappelijke zithoek zag ik op een avond een kleine glinstering tussen de kussens.En: In the communal lounge one evening, I noticed a small glimmer between the cushions.Nl: Een broche?En: A brooch?Nl: Nee, het was een knoop, maar wel eentje die ik herkende.En: No, it was a button, but one I recognized.Nl: Joris' favoriete trui?En: Joris' favorite sweater?Nl: Waarom zou er een knoop uit zijn trui hier liggen?En: Why would a button from his sweater be lying here?Nl: Ik besloot Joris nog een keer aan te spreken, deze keer directer.En: I decided to approach Joris again, this time more directly.Nl: "Joris, ik heb iets gevonden in de gemeenschappelijke ruimte.En: "Joris, I found something in the common area.Nl: Iets vaags over jouw knoop."En: Something vague about your button."Nl: Hij lachte kort.En: He chuckled briefly.Nl: "Oh, die knoop!En: "Oh, that button!Nl: Ja, ik was daar met Anouk laatst.En: Yeah, I was there with Anouk last time.Nl: Ze had een verrassing voor je voorbereid."En: She had a surprise prepared for you."Nl: Mijn wenkbrauwen schoten omhoog.En: My eyebrows shot up.Nl: "Een verrassing?"En: "A surprise?"Nl: "Ja, ze wilde het hangertje in een doosje stoppen en het speciaal voor je maken," legde hij uit.En: "Yes, she wanted to put the pendant in a box and make it special for you," he explained.Nl: Verbaasd en een beetje beschaamd, ging ik terug naar Anouk.En: Surprised and a little embarrassed, I went back to Anouk.Nl: Ze haalde een klein, prachtig ingepakt doosje tevoorschijn.En: She produced a small, beautifully wrapped box.Nl: "Ik wilde het je maandag geven, Sanne," zei ze zacht.En: "I wanted to give it to you on Monday, Sanne," she said softly.Nl: Ik opende het doosje voorzichtig en daar, veilig en glanzend, lag het kettinkje van mijn oma.En: I carefully opened the box and there, safe and shining, lay my grandmother's necklace.Nl: Tranen van opluchting en blijdschap vulden mijn ogen.En: Tears of relief and joy filled my eyes.Nl: "Dank je, Anouk."En: "Thank you, Anouk."Nl: Het misverstand bleek een prachtige verrassing te zijn.En: The misunderstanding turned out to be a beautiful surprise.Nl: We lachten erom, en ik realiseerde me dat open communicatie met vrienden belangrijk is.En: We laughed about it, and I realized that open communication with friends is important.Nl: We kwamen die avond nog dichter tot elkaar.En: We grew even closer that evening.Nl: Ik had mijn hangertje terug en meer vertrouwen in mezelf én mijn vrienden.En: I had my pendant back and more confidence in myself and my friends.Nl: Soms is het leven net een puzzel, en het oplossen ervan brengt je dichter bij diegenen die ertoe doen.En: Sometimes life is just like a puzzle, and solving it brings you closer to those who matter. Vocabulary Words:rustled: ritseldencluttered: rommeligivy: klimopassortment: verzamelingvibe: sfeerpendant: hangertjemurmured: murmeldedoubts: twijfeldesuspicious: verdachtsubtle: subtielengrossed: verdieptsecrecy: geheimzinnigheidcourageous: moedcommunal: gemeenschappelijkeglimmer: glinsteringbrooch: brochevague: vaagsembarrassed: beschaamdbeautifully: prachtigwrapped: ingepaktrelief: opgeluchtingmisunderstanding: misverstandcommunication: communicatieconfidence: vertrouwenaccusing: beschuldigengaze: blikprepared: voorbereidcurious: nieuwsgierigobserving: observerenhesitated: aarzelde

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Blunder to Wonder: Eirik's Cultural Win Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-28-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Sola hang lavt på himmelen over den endeløse tundraen i Nord-Norge.En: The sun hung low in the sky over the endless tundra of Nord-Norge.No: Birkenes trær kastet lange skygger, og små telt var spredt utover sletten, dekket av vakre og mønstrede samiske tekstiler.En: Birkenes trees cast long shadows, and small tents were scattered across the plain, covered in beautiful and patterned samisk textiles.No: Det var slutten av sommeren, akkurat da reinflyttingssesongen nærmet seg slutten.En: It was the end of summer, right when the reindeer migration season was coming to a close.No: Midt i denne storslåtte naturen sto Eirik i sin fargerike samedrakt.En: Amidst this magnificent nature stood Eirik in his colorful samedrakt.No: Den var vakker med sine mangefargede bånd og forgylte detaljer.En: It was beautiful with its multicolored ribbons and gilded details.No: Men den passet ikke helt inn på arbeidsplassens moderne teambuilding-arrangement, hvor folk skulle komme i sportslig brytetrøye eller lette treningsklær.En: But it didn't quite fit in at the workplace's modern team-building event, where people were supposed to come in sporty wrestling singlets or light workout clothes.No: Eirik var kjent for å være litt rotete, ofte med hodet i skyene, og denne dagen var intet unntak.En: Eirik was known for being a bit messy, often with his head in the clouds, and this day was no exception.No: Han hadde ved en feil pakket ned samedrakten i stedet for de vanlige treningsklærne.En: He had mistakenly packed the samedrakt instead of the usual workout clothes.No: Da han ankom leiren og så de andre, kjente han det krype i kinnene av forlegenhet.En: When he arrived at the camp and saw the others, he felt his cheeks flush with embarrassment.No: Hvordan kunne han la dette skje?En: How could he let this happen?No: Laila, hans kollega, fniste da hun så Eirik.En: Laila, his colleague, giggled when she saw Eirik.No: "Vel, du skal i hvert fall få oppmerksomhet," sa hun med et ertende smil.En: "Well, at least you'll get some attention," she said with a teasing smile.No: "Kanskje vi kan bruke dette til vår fordel.En: "Maybe we can use this to our advantage."No: " Eirik rødmet, men Lailas humor gjorde at han følte seg litt bedre.En: Eirik blushed, but Laila's humor made him feel a little better.No: Magnus, den alltid munterlederen, så Eiriks klær og klappet ham på skulderen.En: Magnus, the always cheerful leader, saw Eirik's clothes and patted him on the shoulder.No: "Ingen krise, Eirik!En: "No crisis, Eirik!No: Dette kan bli vår nye vri på konkurransen.En: This could be our new twist on the competition.No: Hva om vi lager et tema rundt det?En: What if we create a theme around it?"No: "Eirik vurderte å dra hjem.En: Eirik considered going home.No: Skammen brant under huden.En: The shame burned under his skin.No: Men, Magnus' entusiasme smittet over.En: But, Magnus' enthusiasm was contagious.No: Laila begynte å samle gruppen for å finne på noe kreativt.En: Laila began to gather the group to come up with something creative.No: "La oss lage et reinsdyr-rop!En: "Let's make a reindeer chant!"No: " foreslo hun, med et glimt i øyet.En: she suggested, with a twinkle in her eye.No: Da konkurransen begynte, var Eirik fortsatt litt nervøs, men holdt hodet høyt.En: When the competition began, Eirik was still a bit nervous but held his head high.No: Gruppen hans samles rundt ham, og han tok ledelsen.En: His group gathered around him, and he took the lead.No: "Hei, hei reinen vår!En: "Hey, hey our reindeer!"No: " ropte de i kor, med Eirik stolt foran i samedrakt.En: they shouted in unison, with Eirik proudly at the front in his samedrakt.No: De andre lagene stoppet opp og lo hjertelig.En: The other teams stopped and laughed heartily.No: Til slutt ble Eiriks gruppe annonsert som vinnere av «beste antrekk»-prisen.En: In the end, Eirik's group was announced as the winners of the “best outfit” prize.No: Eirik ble oppmuntret av de varme smilene rundt seg.En: Eirik was encouraged by the warm smiles around him.No: Kvelden hadde, på tross av en feil, blitt en av de beste han hadde hatt med kollegene.En: The evening, despite a mistake, had become one of the best he had with his colleagues.No: På vei hjem reflektere Eirik.En: On the way home, Eirik reflected.No: Han hadde lært noe verdifullt – at feil noen ganger kunne bli til uventet glede og gode minner.En: He had learned something valuable—that mistakes could sometimes turn into unexpected joy and good memories.No: Han gliste for seg selv, vel vitende om at han hadde fått nye venner den dagen og at samedrakten hans hadde vært en respektert og humoristisk bryggemester mellom kultur og latter.En: He grinned to himself, knowing that he had made new friends that day and that his samedrakt had been a respected and humorous bridge-builder between culture and laughter. Vocabulary Words:tundra: tundraenshadows: skyggerscatter: spredtpatterned: mønstredetextiles: tekstilermigration: flyttingssesongensplendid: storslåttegilded: forgylteworkplace: arbeidsplassenteam-building: teambuildingwrestling singlets: brytetrøyemessy: roteteembarrassment: forlegenhetcheeks: kinnenegiggle: fnistecris: kriseenthusiasm: entusiasmecontagious: smittet overchant: ropunison: korvalleys: antrekkpride: stoltannounced: annonsertencouraged: oppmuntretvaluable: verdifulltunexpected: uventetjoy: glederespected: respekterthumorous: humoristiskbridge-builder: bryggemester

Fluent Fiction - Danish: The Gallant Struggle: Aksel's Journey to True Valor Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-18-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Korsør Slot skinnede i sommersolen.En: Korsør Slot shone in the summer sun.Da: Mennesker strømmede til fra nær og fjern for at opleve den årlige middelalderfest.En: People flocked in from near and far to experience the annual medieval festival.Da: Farverige telte prydede slotspladsen, og lyden af latter og musik fyldte luften.En: Colorful tents adorned the castle grounds, and the sound of laughter and music filled the air.Da: Blandt de mange rejsende og lokale gik Aksel med forventning i hjertet.En: Among the many travelers and locals, Aksel walked with anticipation in his heart.Da: Han drømte om at blive ridder, og dette var hans chance for at vise, at han havde, hvad der skulle til.En: He dreamed of becoming a knight, and this was his chance to show that he had what it took.Da: Aksel stod ved sin hest, iført en skinnende rustning, der desværre ikke passede helt perfekt.En: Aksel stood by his horse, dressed in a shining armor that unfortunately didn't fit perfectly.Da: "Hvordan ser jeg ud?"En: "How do I look?"Da: spurgte han nervøst.En: he asked nervously.Da: Freja, der stod ved siden af ham, smilede og justerede hans hjelm.En: Freja, standing next to him, smiled and adjusted his helmet.Da: Hun havde syet den smukkeste dragt til ham.En: She had sewn the most beautiful costume for him.Da: Hendes hænder var dygtige, og hendes blik afslørede følelser, hun endnu ikke havde delt med Aksel.En: Her hands were skillful, and her gaze revealed feelings she had yet to share with Aksel.Da: "Du ser ud som en rigtig ridder," sagde Freja og følte hjertet banke lidt hurtigere.En: "You look like a real knight," said Freja, feeling her heart beat a little faster.Da: Hun havde set, hvordan Aksel havde trænet hårdt, men hun vidste også, at hans virkelige kamp var mod Soren, den erfarne reenactor, som var kendt for sin viden om middelalderen og sine dygtigheder i turneringer.En: She had seen how Aksel had trained hard, but she also knew that his real battle was against Soren, the experienced reenactor known for his knowledge of the medieval era and his skills in tournaments.Da: Soren var respekteret og havde set mange, som Aksel, gøre deres forsøg.En: Soren was respected and had seen many, like Aksel, attempt their chance.Da: Han var skeptisk, men alligevel en fair konkurrent.En: He was skeptical, yet a fair competitor.Da: "Kunsten ved en ridderturnering," sagde Soren ofte, "er ikke kun at vinde, men at vise mod."En: "The art of a knight's tournament," Soren often said, "is not only to win but to show courage."Da: Aksel vidste dette, men han ønskede begge dele – både sejr og respekt.En: Aksel knew this, but he wanted both – victory and respect.Da: Da turneringen begyndte, kiggede Freja rundt på menneskemængden.En: As the tournament began, Freja looked around at the crowd.Da: Teltene var fyldte, og banners vajede i den varme brise.En: The tents were full, and banners fluttered in the warm breeze.Da: Hun håbede, at hendes kostumer ville give Aksel det ekstra præg af troværdighed, han havde brug for.En: She hoped her costumes would give Aksel the extra touch of credibility he needed.Da: Imens sad Aksel på sin hest, og adrenalinen brusede igennem ham.En: Meanwhile, Aksel sat on his horse, adrenaline rushing through him.Da: Det var nu eller aldrig.En: It was now or never.Da: I den sidste runde skulle Aksel møde Soren.En: In the final round, Aksel was to face Soren.Da: Mennesker stimlede sammen for at se den unge udfordrer mod den rutinerede kriger.En: People gathered to see the young challenger against the seasoned warrior.Da: Aksels skridt var sikre, men hans hjerte bankede.En: Aksel's steps were steady, but his heart pounded.Da: Freja sendte ham et opmuntrende smil, og han fornemmede hendes støtte.En: Freja sent him an encouraging smile, and he sensed her support.Da: Han vidste ikke, om han ville vinde, men han følte sig sejrsikker på en anden måde.En: He did not know if he would win, but he felt confident in another way.Da: Klamren til sit sværd red Aksel ind i ringen.En: Grasping his sword, Aksel rode into the ring.Da: Kampen var intens.En: The battle was intense.Da: Soren var hurtig og præcis.En: Soren was quick and precise.Da: Men Aksel gav ikke op.En: But Aksel did not give up.Da: Han kæmpede med alt, hvad han havde lært, og mere til.En: He fought with everything he had learned, and more.Da: Til sidst sejrede ikke Aksel, men hans indsats gjorde indtryk.En: In the end, Aksel did not win, but his effort made an impression.Da: "Hej, dreng," sagde Soren, da turneringen var ovre.En: "Hey, boy," said Soren when the tournament was over.Da: "Du har vist mere mod end mange, jeg har set.En: "You've shown more courage than many I've seen.Da: Fortsæt sådan, og folk vil se op til dig."En: Keep it up, and people will look up to you."Da: Aksel følte en bølge af stolthed skylle over sig.En: Aksel felt a wave of pride wash over him.Da: Respekt var noget, han altid ville bære, selv hvis det ikke kom i form af en sejr.En: Respect was something he would always carry, even if it didn't come in the form of a victory.Da: Efter turneringen gik Aksel hen til Freja.En: After the tournament, Aksel went to Freja.Da: Hun så på ham med varme i øjnene.En: She looked at him with warmth in her eyes.Da: "Du var fantastisk," sagde hun.En: "You were amazing," she said.Da: Aksel så ind i hendes øjne og vidste, at han havde opnået noget endnu vigtigere.En: Aksel looked into her eyes and knew he had achieved something even more important.Da: Den dag indså Aksel, at det vigtigste var den ærlige indsats og den støtte, han havde i Freja.En: That day, Aksel realized that the most important thing was the honest effort and the support he had in Freja.Da: De gik væk fra pladsen hånd i hånd, og Aksel følte for første gang, at han havde vundet virkeligt – både en ven og en chance for noget endnu større i livet.En: They walked away from the grounds hand in hand, and Aksel felt for the first time that he had truly won – both a friend and a chance for something even greater in life.Da: Han havde fundet kærlighed og et mål at stræbe efter, langt større end blot ridderhed.En: He had found love and a goal to strive for, far greater than just knighthood. Vocabulary Words:flocked: strømmedeadorned: prydedeanticipation: forventningreveal: afsløreskillful: dygtigereenactor: reenactorskeptical: skeptiskcompetitor: konkurrenttournament: turneringcourage: modadrenaline: adrenalinenbreeze: brisecredibility: troværdighedfluttered: vajedeintense: intensgathered: stimledechallenger: udfordrerseasoned: rutineredegrasping: klamrenprecise: præcisimpression: indtrykencouraging: opmuntrendeeffort: indsatsrespect: respektpride: stolthedwave: bølgesupport: støttegaze: blikhand in hand: hånd i håndgoal: mål

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unraveling Mysteries: Curiosity and Caution at Copenhagen Airport Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-12-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Københavns Lufthavn var som en levende blok af energi denne sommerdag.En: Copenhagen Airport was like a living block of energy this summer day.Da: Folk skyndte sig fra A til B, stressede for ikke at misse deres fly.En: People rushed from A to B, stressed about not missing their flights.Da: En behagelig duft af kaffe fyldte luften, mens annoncer svævede gennem terminalerne.En: A pleasant scent of coffee filled the air, while announcements drifted through the terminals.Da: Ved bagagebåndet lå en mystisk kuffert.En: By the luggage belt lay a mysterious suitcase.Da: Den var ubemærket, som om den ventede på, at nogen skulle opdage dens hemmeligheder.En: It was unremarked, as if it was waiting for someone to discover its secrets.Da: Freja, der altid havde været nysgerrig, kunne ikke lade være med at lægge mærke til den.En: Freja, who had always been curious, couldn't help but notice it.Da: Hun nærmede sig forsigtigt og så sig omkring.En: She approached cautiously and looked around.Da: Lars, en sikkerhedsvagt, bemærkede snart Frejas interesse.En: Lars, a security guard, soon noticed Freja's interest.Da: Hans job var at beskytte, og en efterladt kuffert var ingen lille sag.En: His job was to protect, and an abandoned suitcase was no small matter.Da: "Frøken, du kan ikke være her," sagde han roligt men bestemt.En: "Miss, you can't be here," he said calmly but firmly.Da: Freja trak sig lidt tilbage, men tanken om kuffertens indhold forsvandt ikke.En: Freja retreated slightly, but the thought of the suitcase's contents didn't vanish.Da: Imens stod en rejsende, Mikkel, og stirrede på kufferten med et let forvirret udtryk.En: Meanwhile, a traveler, Mikkel, stood staring at the suitcase with a slightly confused expression.Da: Han fumlede med sin taske, da han så Freja nærme sig igen.En: He fumbled with his bag when he saw Freja approaching again.Da: “Hej, ved du noget om den kuffert?En: "Hey, do you know anything about that suitcase?"Da: ” spurgte Freja ligeud til Mikkel, der svarede, “Måske.En: Freja asked outright to Mikkel, who replied, "Maybe.Da: Den minder mig om noget fra min sidste rejse.En: It reminds me of something from my last trip."Da: ” Hans svar var vagt, og Freja var ikke overbevist.En: His answer was vague, and Freja was not convinced.Da: Beslutsomheden skinnede i Frejas øjne.En: Determination shone in Freja's eyes.Da: "Mikkel, vil du ikke hjælpe mig med at finde ud af, hvad der er indeni?En: "Mikkel, won't you help me figure out what's inside?"Da: " hun pressede.En: she pressed.Da: Mikkel tøvede et øjeblik, men nikkede så, nysgerrigheden havde fanget ham også.En: Mikkel hesitated for a moment but then nodded, the curiosity having caught him too.Da: Lars var mere og mere bekymret.En: Lars grew more and more concerned.Da: Han kunne ikke lade folk rode med en ukendt kuffert, men Freja og Mikkel gled langsomt ud af hans synsfelt.En: He couldn't let people meddle with an unknown suitcase, but Freja and Mikkel slowly slipped out of his sight.Da: De trak kufferten hen til et skjult hjørne, væk fra nysgerrige blikke.En: They pulled the suitcase to a hidden corner, away from prying eyes.Da: Med en hurtig fælles indsats fik de åbnet kufferten.En: With a quick joint effort, they opened the suitcase.Da: Indeni lå ikke noget farligt.En: Inside lay nothing dangerous.Da: I stedet var der en samling af usædvanlige souvenirer fra forskellige lande: en fjer fra Brasilien, en kurv fra Kenya, og små skulpturer fra Japan.En: Instead, there was a collection of unusual souvenirs from various countries: a feather from Brazil, a basket from Kenya, and small sculptures from Japan.Da: Mikkel lo lettet.En: Mikkel laughed in relief.Da: "De er mine minder fra rejse," indrømmede han.En: "They are my travel memories," he admitted.Da: "Jeg er bare distræt.En: "I'm just absent-minded."Da: "Freja smilede, hendes nysgerrighed tilfredsstillet.En: Freja smiled, her curiosity satisfied.Da: Hun indså, at selvom hun elskede eventyr, var der værdi i forsigtighed.En: She realized that even though she loved adventure, there was value in caution.Da: Lars, der havde fulgt efter dem, så hele scenen udfolde sig og kunne mærke sin egen stivhed løsne lidt.En: Lars, who had followed them, watched the whole scene unfold and could feel his own rigidity loosen a bit.Da: Måske kunne eventyrlyst nogle gange føre til mere forståelse.En: Maybe a sense of adventure could sometimes lead to greater understanding.Da: Kufferten blev afleveret tilbage til Mikkel.En: The suitcase was returned to Mikkel.Da: Som solen begyndte at sænke sig over flyene derude, gik Freja videre, nu med en ny respekt for både nysgerrighed og forsigtighed.En: As the sun began to set over the planes outside, Freja moved on, now with a newfound respect for both curiosity and caution.Da: Lars, der så hende gå, vidste, at han også havde lært noget: at være lidt mere åben overfor det uventede.En: Lars, watching her leave, knew that he had also learned something: to be a bit more open to the unexpected. Vocabulary Words:luggage: bagagemysterious: mystiskremark: bemærkecautiously: forsigtigtsecurity: sikkerhedguard: vagtretreat: trække sig tilbagesuitcase: kuffertconfused: forvirretfumble: fumlecuriosity: nysgerrigheddetermination: beslutsomhedmeddle: rodeprying: nysgerrigeeffort: indsatsdangerous: farligtsouvenirs: souvenirersmall: lilleabsent-minded: distrætboundless: uden grænserunremarked: ubemærketdrift: svævehidden: skjultcaution: forsigtighedrigid: stivrecognize: genkendehesitate: tøveunfold: udfoldeadventure: eventyrunderstanding: forståelse

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Heartbeats & Hope: A Life-Changing Summer in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-08-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Oslo Operahus blinket i sommersolen, og tiltrakk seg besøkende fra alle verdenshjørner.En: Oslo Operahus glistened in the summer sun, attracting visitors from all corners of the world.No: Blant dem var Sindre, en eventyrlysten reisende som nettopp hadde ankommet fra Bergen.En: Among them was Sindre, an adventurous traveler who had just arrived from Bergen.No: Han var spent på å oppleve alt Oslo hadde å by på.En: He was excited to experience everything Oslo had to offer.No: Selv om han hadde en hjertebetingelse, valgte han å ignorere den.En: Even though he had a heart condition, he chose to ignore it.No: "Ikke nå, ikke på denne ferien," tenkte han.En: "Not now, not on this vacation," he thought.No: På takterrassen sto Kai og så ut mot fjorden.En: On the rooftop terrace stood Kai, looking out towards the fjord.No: Han jobbet på operaen og elsket å hjelpe besøkende.En: He worked at the opera house and loved helping visitors.No: Han la merke til Sindre som så litt blek ut, men fortsatt smilte bredt mens han tok bilder.En: He noticed Sindre, who looked a bit pale but was still smiling broadly as he took pictures.No: Sindre kjente hjertet slå raskere.En: Sindre felt his heart beating faster.No: Det var en kjent følelse, men den skremte ham nå.En: It was a familiar feeling, but it frightened him now.No: Han tok et dypt pust og fortsatte å nyte utsikten.En: He took a deep breath and continued to enjoy the view.No: Men snart ble pusten tyngre, og synet begynte å svikte.En: But soon his breathing became heavier, and his vision began to fail.No: Kai, som hadde sett dette mange ganger før, bestemte seg for å gå bort til ham.En: Kai, who had seen this many times before, decided to approach him.No: "Hei, går det bra?En: "Hey, are you okay?"No: " spurte han vennlig.En: he asked kindly.No: Sindre ønsket å svare, men i stedet snublet han, og Kai grep ham i siste liten.En: Sindre wanted to respond, but instead, he stumbled, and Kai caught him just in time.No: Sindre kollapset, og panikken tok over.En: Sindre collapsed, and panic took over.No: Kai handlet raskt, ringte etter hjelp og ble ved Sindre sin side til ambulansen kom.En: Kai acted quickly, called for help, and stayed by Sindre's side until the ambulance arrived.No: Mens han lå på båre, med oksygenmaske og beroligende ord, begynte Sindre å innse at han ikke kunne ignorere dette lenger.En: While lying on the stretcher, with an oxygen mask and soothing words, Sindre began to realize that he could no longer ignore this.No: På sykehuset våknet han med Kai ved siden av ham.En: At the hospital, he woke up with Kai by his side.No: "Du reddet meg," sa Sindre, takknemlig.En: "You saved me," said Sindre, grateful.No: "Takk for at du ikke lot meg være alene.En: "Thank you for not leaving me alone."No: "Dagene som fulgte gav Sindre tid til å tenke.En: The following days gave Sindre time to think.No: Han forstod viktigheten av omsorg for helsen sin, og at det var greit å ta imot hjelp.En: He understood the importance of taking care of his health and that it was okay to accept help.No: Han så på Kai, som hadde blitt en venn i nødens stund, og smilte.En: He looked at Kai, who had become a friend in a time of need, and smiled.No: "Jeg må endre meg," sa han til seg selv.En: "I must change," he said to himself.No: Fra den dagen bestemte Sindre seg for å lytte til kroppen sin og være åpen for andres støtte.En: From that day on, Sindre decided to listen to his body and be open to the support of others.No: Oslo Operahus, med sin vakre arkitektur og snille mennesker, hadde gitt ham mer enn bare minner.En: Oslo Operahus, with its beautiful architecture and kind people, had given him more than just memories.No: Det hadde gitt ham nye perspektiver.En: It had given him new perspectives.No: Sindre så ut av sykehusvinduet mot fjorden og følte seg mer levende enn noen gang.En: Sindre looked out the hospital window towards the fjord and felt more alive than ever. Vocabulary Words:glistened: blinketcorners: verdenshjørneradventurous: eventyrlystenignore: ignorereterrace: takterrassenfjord: fjordenpale: blekbroadly: bredtfrightened: skremtebreathing: pustenheavier: tyngrevision: synetfail: svikteapproach: gå bort tilkindly: vennligrespond: svarestumbled: snubletcollapsed: kollapsetpanic: panikkstrecher: båresoothing: beroligendegrateful: takknemligimportance: viktighetenremember: minnerperspectives: nye perspektiveralive: levendefinally: sisteacted: handletaccepted: opplevdesupport: støtte