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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Discovery at Anne Frank Huis: Balancing Curiosity & Ethics Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-16-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De wind waaide zachtjes door de grachten van Amsterdam.En: The wind gently blew through the grachten of Amsterdam.Nl: Bladeren dwarrelden langs het water, terwijl een rij toeristen geduldig wachtte om het Anne Frank Huis binnen te gaan.En: Leaves swirled along the water, while a line of tourists patiently waited to enter the Anne Frank Huis.Nl: Binnen in het museum rammelden de houten vloeren zachtjes onder de voetstappen van de bezoekers.En: Inside the museum, the wooden floors gently creaked under the footsteps of visitors.Nl: Jeroen, een jonge geschiedenisstudent, stond op de tweede verdieping en keek rond.En: Jeroen, a young history student, stood on the second floor and looked around.Nl: Zijn ogen glinsterden bij de gedachte aan de schatten die hier verborgen lagen.En: His eyes sparkled at the thought of the treasures hidden here.Nl: Hij hoopte op een ontdekking.En: He hoped for a discovery.Nl: Iets dat zijn studies en carrière een impuls zou geven.En: Something that would give his studies and career a boost.Nl: Sanne, de conservator van het museum, liep met een zorgelijke blik door de gangen.En: Sanne, the museum conservator, walked through the halls with a worried expression.Nl: Ze had telkens vragen over het onderhoud en de bescherming van de tentoonstellingen.En: She had constant questions about the maintenance and the protection of the exhibits.Nl: Ze moest ervoor zorgen dat alles vlekkeloos verliep.En: She had to ensure that everything ran smoothly.Nl: Vooral nu er renovaties gaande waren.En: Especially now that renovations were underway.Nl: Daan, de journalist, stond ondertussen in de hoek van de kamer te observeren.En: Daan, the journalist, was meanwhile observing from the corner of the room.Nl: Hij wilde een goed verhaal en voelde dat er iets broeide.En: He wanted a good story and felt that something was brewing.Nl: Zijn journalistieke nieuwsgierigheid was gewekt tijdens de renovatie die per ongeluk een gat in een van de vloerplanken had blootgelegd.En: His journalistic curiosity had been piqued during the renovation which had accidentally uncovered a hole in one of the floorboards.Nl: "Wat heb je daar gevonden?"En: "What did you find there?"Nl: vroeg Jeroen, zijn nieuwsgierigheid leidde hem naar de houten planken waar bouwvakkers druk bezig waren.En: Jeroen asked, his curiosity leading him to the wooden planks where construction workers were busy.Nl: Een van de arbeiders trok iets uit een spleet.En: One of the workers pulled something from a crack.Nl: Het was een stoffige, oude envelop.En: It was a dusty, old envelope.Nl: Jeroen, Sanne en Daan verzamelden zich er snel omheen.En: Jeroen, Sanne, and Daan quickly gathered around it.Nl: "Dit moeten we onderzoeken," zei Jeroen, zijn ogen oplichtend van opwinding.En: "We need to investigate this," Jeroen said, his eyes lighting up with excitement.Nl: Sanne fronste.En: Sanne frowned.Nl: "We moeten voorzichtig zijn.En: "We have to be careful.Nl: Stel je voor wat het met de reputatie van het museum kan doen."En: Imagine what it could do to the museum's reputation."Nl: "Of stel je voor hoeveel impact een nieuw verhaal kan hebben," voegde Daan gehaast toe.En: "Or imagine the impact a new story could have," Daan hastily added.Nl: De drie stonden te debatteren over de beste aanpak.En: The three stood debating the best approach.Nl: Jeroen voelde de druk om snel te handelen, maar Sanne hamerde op voorzichtigheid en protocol.En: Jeroen felt the pressure to act quickly, but Sanne insisted on caution and protocol.Nl: Daan wilde ondertussen het nieuws als eerste naar buiten brengen.En: Meanwhile, Daan wanted to be the first to break the news.Nl: Die nacht besloot Jeroen een gewaagde stap te nemen.En: That night, Jeroen decided to take a bold step.Nl: Hij keerde terug naar het museum, bewust van het risico.En: He returned to the museum, conscious of the risk.Nl: Hij sloop naar de ruimte, maar niet veel later verschenen Sanne en Daan ook, zoekend naar hem.En: He snuck into the area, but not long after, Sanne and Daan appeared as well, searching for him.Nl: De spanning was te snijden.En: The tension was palpable.Nl: Ze vonden een oude, verfrommelde brief tussen de planken.En: They found an old, crumpled letter between the planks.Nl: Precies toen Jeroen de brief wilde lezen, ging het alarm af.En: Just as Jeroen was about to read the letter, the alarm went off.Nl: De schelle sirene weerklonk door het museum.En: The shrill siren echoed through the museum.Nl: "Wat hebben jullie gedaan?"En: "What have you done?"Nl: vroeg Sanne paniekerig terwijl ze naar de uitgang rende, achtervolgd door Daan.En: Sanne asked in panic as she ran to the exit, followed by Daan.Nl: De politie arriveerde snel.En: The police arrived quickly.Nl: Het museum was al snel gevuld met felle lichten en bezorgde stemmen.En: The museum was soon filled with bright lights and concerned voices.Nl: Tussen de chaos door wist Sanne de situatie te kalmeren.En: Amidst the chaos, Sanne managed to calm the situation.Nl: Ze legde aan de autoriteiten uit dat de brief veilig onderzocht moest worden.En: She explained to the authorities that the letter needed to be examined safely.Nl: Jeroen stond stil, nadenkend.En: Jeroen stood still, reflecting.Nl: Hij besefte de gevolgen van zijn daden.En: He realized the consequences of his actions.Nl: Sanne's aandacht voor voorzichtigheid leek hem nu wijzer dan zijn onbezonnen drang naar ontdekking.En: Sanne's emphasis on caution now seemed wiser than his reckless urge for discovery.Nl: De volgende dag, terwijl de herfstzon over de grachten gleed, zaten Jeroen, Sanne en Daan in het museumkantoor.En: The next day, as the autumn sun glided over the grachten, Jeroen, Sanne, and Daan sat in the museum office.Nl: De politie had de brief overgedragen voor onderzoek.En: The police had handed over the letter for investigation.Nl: Jeroen glimlachte zwak.En: Jeroen smiled weakly.Nl: "Dank je, Sanne.En: "Thank you, Sanne.Nl: Ik had niet zo impulsief moeten zijn."En: I shouldn't have been so impulsive."Nl: Sanne knikte.En: Sanne nodded.Nl: "Balans is belangrijk.En: "Balance is important.Nl: Nieuwsgierigheid is goed, maar respect ook."En: Curiosity is good, but so is respect."Nl: Daan maakte aantekeningen in zijn notitieboekje.En: Daan took notes in his notebook.Nl: Hij had zijn verhaal.En: He had his story.Nl: Niet het drama dat hij had verwacht, maar iets veel waardevollers: een les over verantwoordelijkheid.En: Not the drama he had expected, but something much more valuable: a lesson in responsibility.Nl: Het Anne Frank Huis kreunde en piepte zoals altijd.En: The Anne Frank Huis creaked and groaned as always.Nl: Maar nu, in de stilte van de ochtend na alle hectiek, voelde het museum ineens nog magischer.En: But now, in the morning silence after all the commotion, the museum felt even more magical.Nl: Er was iets meer ontdekt dan alleen een brief.En: Something more than just a letter had been discovered.Nl: Er was een nieuw begrip ontstaan tussen nieuwsgierigheid en ethiek.En: There was a new understanding between curiosity and ethics. Vocabulary Words:gently: zachtjescreaked: rammeldensparkled: glinsterdenconservator: conservatorworried: zorgelijkemaintenance: onderhoudbrewing: broeidepuzzled: gewamuncovered: blootlegdcuriosity: nieuwsgierigheidcrack: spleetdusty: stoffigeurgent: dringendprotocol: protocolbold: gewaagdetension: spanningpalpable: snijdencrumpled: verfrommeldesirene: sireneechoed: weerklonkcalmed: kalmerenheed: aandachtconsequences: gevolgenimpulsive: impulsiefunseen: onbezonnenhesitation: speculoudehustle: hectiekhectic: hectiekethics: ethiekbalance: balans

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: When Love Sets Sail: Martijn's Journey of Courage and Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-15-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht boven de Rotterdamse Marinebasis was fris op deze herfstige dag.En: The air above the Rotterdamse Marine Base was crisp on this autumnal day.Nl: De bomen langs de kade lieten hun kleurrijke bladeren vallen, bedekkend het asfalt met een levendig tapijt.En: The trees along the quay shed their colorful leaves, covering the asphalt with a vibrant carpet.Nl: Martijn stond aan de rand van de kade, zijn blik gericht op de grote schepen die klaargemaakt werden voor vertrek.En: Martijn stood at the edge of the quay, his gaze fixed on the large ships being prepared for departure.Nl: Het was een drukte van belang: mariniers laadden spullen in, families namen afscheid, en er klonk geroezemoes en gelach.En: It was a hive of activity: marines were loading supplies, families were saying their goodbyes, and there was a buzz of chatter and laughter.Nl: Toch voelde Martijn een knoop in zijn buik.En: Yet, Martijn felt a knot in his stomach.Nl: Hij was trots op zichzelf.En: He was proud of himself.Nl: Het was zijn eerste lange missie en hij was klaar om zichzelf te bewijzen.En: It was his first long mission, and he was ready to prove himself.Nl: Maar nu het moment dichterbij kwam, overviel de spanning hem.En: But as the moment drew nearer, the tension overwhelmed him.Nl: Hij keek om zich heen naar de mensen die hem lief waren.En: He looked around at the people dear to him.Nl: Zijn ouders stonden glimlachend aan de kant.En: His parents stood smiling at the side.Nl: Zijn beste vriend Bram hing nonchalant tegen een paal, altijd geruststellend, zelfs nu.En: His best friend Bram leaned nonchalantly against a post, always reassuring, even now.Nl: En daar stond Sanne, zijn vriendin.En: And there stood Sanne, his girlfriend.Nl: Martijn had Sanne ontmoet zes maanden geleden tijdens een concert in de stad.En: Martijn had met Sanne six months ago during a concert in the city.Nl: Hun band was snel gegroeid.En: Their bond had grown quickly.Nl: Sanne's lachende gezicht en warme ogen gaven hem altijd rust.En: Sanne's smiling face and warm eyes always comforted him.Nl: Maar nu voelde hij hoe de angst zijn keel deed samentrekken.En: But now he felt the fear tighten his throat.Nl: Hij wilde niets liever dan Sanne vasthouden en nooit loslaten.En: More than anything, he wanted to hold Sanne and never let go.Nl: Hij nam een diepe ademhaling en liep naar Sanne.En: He took a deep breath and walked over to Sanne.Nl: "Sanne," begon hij met een trillende stem, "ik maak me zorgen over de afstand.En: "Sanne," he began with a trembling voice, "I'm worried about the distance.Nl: Over hoe we alles gaan volhouden."En: About how we'll keep everything going."Nl: Sanne pakte zijn handen vast en keek hem recht aan.En: Sanne took his hands and looked him straight in the eye.Nl: "Martijn, zolang we eerlijk zijn en blijven praten, kunnen we alles aan."En: "Martijn, as long as we're honest and keep talking, we can handle anything."Nl: Haar woorden waren eenvoudig, maar gaven hem kracht.En: Her words were simple but gave him strength.Nl: Een paar minuten later stond Martijn voor een kleine groep geliefden en collega's.En: A few minutes later, Martijn stood before a small group of loved ones and colleagues.Nl: Hij had besloten zijn gevoelens te delen.En: He had decided to share his feelings.Nl: Hij veegde zijn handen aan zijn broek, ademde diep in en begon te spreken.En: He wiped his hands on his pants, took a deep breath, and began to speak.Nl: "Deze missie is belangrijk.En: "This mission is important.Nl: Niet alleen voor mij, maar voor ons allemaal.En: Not just for me, but for all of us.Nl: Ik ga jullie allemaal missen.En: I'm going to miss you all.Nl: En ik beloof dat ik, ongeacht de afstand, altijd met jullie in contact blijf."En: And I promise that, regardless of the distance, I'll always stay in touch with you."Nl: Zijn stem brak even, maar hij herpakte zich.En: His voice broke for a moment, but he composed himself.Nl: "Vooral aan Sanne," vervolgde hij, "jouw steun betekent de wereld voor me.En: "Especially with Sanne," he continued, "your support means the world to me.Nl: We zullen deze uitdaging samen overwinnen."En: We'll overcome this challenge together."Nl: Er klonk applaus.En: There was applause.Nl: Het was geen luid gejuich, maar een warme, ondersteunende golf van geluid.En: It wasn't loud cheering, but a warm, supportive wave of sound.Nl: Martijn keek naar Sanne, die hem bemoedigend toeknikte.En: Martijn looked at Sanne, who nodded at him encouragingly.Nl: Hij voelde zich opgelucht, alsof een zware last van zijn schouders was gevallen.En: He felt relieved, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.Nl: Het moment van afscheid was gekomen.En: The moment of farewell had come.Nl: De scheepshoorn klonk luid en duidelijk over de haven.En: The ship's horn sounded loud and clear across the harbor.Nl: Martijn omhelsde zijn ouders en gaf Bram een stevige klap op zijn rug.En: Martijn embraced his parents and gave Bram a firm clap on the back.Nl: Toen hield hij Sanne in zijn armen totdat het echt tijd was om te gaan.En: Then he held Sanne in his arms until it was really time to go.Nl: Toen het schip langzaam wegdreef van de kade, zwaaide Sanne energiek met haar arm in de lucht, een brede glimlach op haar gezicht.En: As the ship slowly drifted away from the quay, Sanne waved energetically with her arm in the air, a broad smile on her face.Nl: Martijn, nu op het dek, voelde de spanning in hem oplossen.En: Martijn, now on deck, felt the tension within him dissolve.Nl: Terwijl hij terugzwaaide, wist hij dat alles goed zou komen.En: As he waved back, he knew everything would be okay.Nl: De communicatie tussen hen zou sterk blijven, en hij had geleerd hoe waardevol openheid en kwetsbaarheid waren.En: The communication between them would remain strong, and he had learned how valuable openness and vulnerability were.Nl: Martijn was klaar voor de uitdaging—op zee en in zijn hart.En: Martijn was ready for the challenge—at sea and in his heart. Vocabulary Words:crisp: frisquay: kadeshed: lieten vallencarpet: tapijtgaze: blikhive: druktebuzz: geroezemoesknot: knooptension: spanningoverwhelmed: overvielbond: bandtrembling: trillendecompose: herpakkenreassuring: geruststellendembraced: omhelsdeclap: klapdrifted: dreef weglaughter: gelachdeparture: vertrekvulnerable: kwetsbaarheidchallenge: uitdagingsupportive: ondersteunendefelt: voeldethroat: keelapplause: applausrelieved: opgeluchtheavy: zwaarshoulders: schoudersfarewell: afscheidenergetically: energiek

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Discovering Strength in Vulnerability at the Danish Naval Base Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-10-15-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: På den Kongelige Danske Flådebase i København var der en særlig ro midt i morgenens hektiske aktivitet.En: At the Kongelige Danske Flådebase in København, there was a special calm amidst the hectic morning activity.Da: Himlen var klar, og efterårsvinden blæste friskt i ansigterne på de travle søofficerer.En: The sky was clear, and the autumn wind blew briskly in the faces of the busy naval officers.Da: De faldende blade, i gyldne og orange farver, svævede fredeligt hen over gårdspladsen.En: The falling leaves, in golden and orange hues, floated peacefully across the courtyard.Da: Astrid, en af de mest disciplineret officerer, stod stiv som en klippe ved inspektionen.En: Astrid, one of the most disciplined officers, stood stiff as a rock during the inspection.Da: Hun bar sin uniform med stolthed, altid opsat på at vise styrke og usårlighed.En: She wore her uniform with pride, always intent on showing strength and invulnerability.Da: Men dybt inde bar hun på en hemmelig frygt for at vise svaghed.En: But deep down, she harbored a secret fear of showing weakness.Da: Denne dag var anderledes.En: This day was different.Da: Ikke på grund af inspektionen, men fordi noget i luften havde udløst en allergisk reaktion hos hende.En: Not because of the inspection, but because something in the air had triggered an allergic reaction in her.Da: Hendes hals begyndte at klø, og en svag rødme bredte sig på hendes kinder.En: Her throat began to itch, and a faint redness spread across her cheeks.Da: Astrid vidste, at hun var ved at miste kontrollen.En: Astrid knew she was about to lose control.Da: Jonas og Freja, hendes nære kollegaer, stod tæt på.En: Jonas and Freja, her close colleagues, stood nearby.Da: De bemærkede hurtigt hendes stigende ubehag.En: They quickly noticed her increasing discomfort.Da: Jonas, en betænksom og snarrådig officer, spurgte lavmælt: "Er du okay, Astrid?"En: Jonas, a thoughtful and quick-witted officer, asked quietly, "Are you okay, Astrid?"Da: Astrid nikkede kort og forsøgte at smile.En: Astrid nodded briefly and tried to smile.Da: Hun ønskede ikke at vise, hvor meget hun egentlig kæmpede.En: She didn't want to show how much she was actually struggling.Da: Inspektionen var vigtig, og Astrid ville ikke fremstå svag eller ude af stand.En: The inspection was important, and Astrid did not want to appear weak or incapable.Da: Men som inspektøren nærmede sig, blev hendes symptomer værre.En: But as the inspector approached, her symptoms worsened.Da: Hendes vejrtrækning blev besværet, og hun kunne næsten ikke holde sig oprejst.En: Her breathing became labored, and she could hardly remain standing.Da: Panik blussede op i hende.En: Panic flared within her.Da: Hvordan kunne hun, den stærke og ufejlbarlige Astrid, stå her og miste kontrollen?En: How could she, the strong and infallible Astrid, stand here and lose control?Da: Freja, som altid var klar til at hjælpe, tøvede ikke et sekund.En: Freja, who was always ready to help, didn't hesitate for a second.Da: Hun tog et fast greb i Astrids arm og sagde blidt: "Vi hjælper dig.En: She took a firm grip on Astrid's arm and said gently, "We'll help you.Da: Det er okay at have brug for hjælp."En: It's okay to need help."Da: Astrid mærkede en bølge af lettelse; hendes maskerede frygt trængte frem.En: Astrid felt a wave of relief; her masked fear surfaced.Da: Jonas kaldte hurtigt på medicinsk hjælp, mens Freja førte Astrid til et sted, hvor hun kunne sidde ned.En: Jonas quickly called for medical assistance while Freja led Astrid to a place where she could sit down.Da: Da Astrid endelig kunne trække vejret normalt igen, så hun på Jonas og Freja med taknemmelighed.En: When Astrid could finally breathe normally again, she looked at Jonas and Freja with gratitude.Da: Hun indså, at det at være stærk også kunne betyde, at man accepterede hjælp fra sine venner.En: She realized that being strong could also mean accepting help from your friends.Da: "Tak," sagde hun stille.En: "Thank you," she said quietly.Da: "Jeg troede, jeg kunne klare det selv."En: "I thought I could handle it myself."Da: Jonas smilte: "Vi er her for hinanden.En: Jonas smiled: "We're here for each other.Da: Det er det, der gør os stærke."En: That's what makes us strong."Da: Og mens den kolde efterårsvind fortsatte med at blæse, lærte Astrid, at sårbarhed også kan være en styrke.En: And as the cold autumn wind continued to blow, Astrid learned that vulnerability could also be a strength.Da: Hun indså, at kollegaer som Jonas og Freja ikke så hendes svaghed, men hendes mod.En: She realized that colleagues like Jonas and Freja did not see her weakness but her courage.Da: Så gik Astrid, Jonas og Freja ind igen, mens de farvede blade dansede omkring dem, og Astrid følte sig mere lettet end nogensinde før.En: Then Astrid, Jonas, and Freja went back inside, while the colored leaves danced around them, and Astrid felt more relieved than ever before. Vocabulary Words:calm: rohectic: hektiskbriskly: frisktdisciplined: disciplineretinvulnerability: usårlighedharbored: bar påsecret: hemmeligallergic: allergiskreaction: reaktionitch: kløfaint: svagredness: rødmediscomfort: ubehagquick-witted: snarrådigworsened: værrelabored: besværetpanic: panikflared: blussede opinfallible: ufejlbarlighesitate: tøvedefirm: fastrelief: lettelsemasked: maskeredegratitude: taknemmelighedhandle: klarevulnerability: sårbarhedcourage: modrealized: indsåworsened: værresurface: trængte frem

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Finding Art in Vulnerability: Luca's Journey at the Academy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-10-14-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore della Toscana, l'Accademia della Società Utopica Italiana si ergeva fiera.En: In the heart of Toscana, the Accademia della Società Utopica Italiana stood proud.It: Era un nuovo inizio per Luca, Giulia e Alessandro.En: It was a new beginning for Luca, Giulia, and Alessandro.It: L'autunno dipingeva i paesaggi con tonalità dorate e arancioni.En: Autumn painted the landscapes with golden and orange hues.It: Le foglie cadevano lente, mentre il vento portava l'odore del suolo umido.En: The leaves fell slowly, while the wind carried the smell of the damp earth.It: Luca camminava verso l'entrata dell'accademia.En: Luca walked towards the entrance of the academy.It: Era tutto nuovo per lui, e il suo cuore batteva veloce.En: Everything was new to him, and his heart raced.It: "Sarò abbastanza bravo?"En: "Will I be good enough?"It: si chiedeva.En: he wondered.It: La sua passione era la scultura, ma l'incertezza lo seguiva come un'ombra.En: His passion was sculpture, but uncertainty followed him like a shadow.It: Nella grande aula d'arte, Giulia stava armeggiando con i suoi pennelli.En: In the large art room, Giulia was fiddling with her brushes.It: I suoi quadri parlavano di emozioni forti.En: Her paintings spoke of strong emotions.It: Desiderava il riconoscimento che sapeva di meritare.En: She longed for the recognition she knew she deserved.It: Alessandro era già lì, seduto vicino a un pianoforte.En: Alessandro was already there, sitting near a piano.It: La musica era la sua vita e ogni nota suonata sembrava dire "perfetto".En: Music was his life, and every note played seemed to say "perfect."It: Eppure, dietro ogni accordo, c'era la paura di non raggiungere le aspettative.En: Yet, behind every chord, there was the fear of not meeting expectations.It: Mentre le lezioni iniziavano, un annuncio attese tutti gli studenti.En: As the lessons began, an announcement awaited all the students.It: Un grande concorso di arte si sarebbe svolto alla fine del mese.En: A big art competition would take place at the end of the month.It: Tutti erano eccitati, ma Luca sentiva l'ansia crescere.En: Everyone was excited, but Luca felt the anxiety growing.It: "Parteciperò," disse a sé stesso.En: "I will participate," he said to himself.It: Era la sua occasione per dimostrare il suo valore.En: It was his chance to prove his worth.It: Iniziò a lavorare con fervore su una scultura che rappresentava un giovane guerriero.En: He began to work fervently on a sculpture representing a young warrior.It: "Deve esprimere forza e fragilità," pensava.En: "It must express strength and fragility," he thought.It: Settimane passarono, il tempo volava.En: Weeks passed, and time flew by.It: Giulia e Alessandro osservavano Luca; vedevano l'impegno nei suoi occhi.En: Giulia and Alessandro watched Luca; they saw the dedication in his eyes.It: E il giorno del concorso era arrivato.En: And the day of the competition arrived.It: Gli studenti esposero le loro opere nei saloni della scuola.En: The students displayed their works in the school halls.It: C'era arte dappertutto.En: There was art everywhere.It: Luca era nervoso.En: Luca was nervous.It: E poi accadde l'impensabile: mentre spostava la sua scultura, parte di essa si ruppe.En: And then the unthinkable happened: while he was moving his sculpture, part of it broke.It: Il suo cuore si fermò.En: His heart stopped.It: "Sono rovinato," pensò.En: "I'm ruined," he thought.It: Ma Giulia e Alessandro non esitarono.En: But Giulia and Alessandro didn't hesitate.It: "Possiamo ripararlo," disse Giulia con determinazione.En: "We can fix it," said Giulia with determination.It: Alessandro afferrò nastri e colla.En: Alessandro grabbed tape and glue.It: Lavorarono insieme, legando i pezzi.En: They worked together, binding the pieces.It: La scultura era imperfetta ora, ma speciale.En: The sculpture was imperfect now, but special.It: Quando il giudizio iniziò, l'opera di Luca brillava.En: When the judging began, Luca's work shone.It: Non per la perfezione, ma per l'intensità.En: Not for its perfection, but for its intensity.It: Un giudice disse: "C'è qualcosa di potente in questa vulnerabilità."En: A judge said, "There is something powerful in this vulnerability."It: Luca non vinse il primo premio, ma i commenti positivi furono un balsamo per la sua anima.En: Luca did not win the first prize, but the positive comments were a balm for his soul.It: Capì che la vera arte veniva dal cuore, non solo dalle mani.En: He understood that true art came from the heart, not just from the hands.It: Giulia e Alessandro erano lì, felici per lui.En: Giulia and Alessandro were there, happy for him.It: Oltre il valore del premio, Luca aveva trovato qualcosa di più prezioso: la fiducia nelle sue capacità e il coraggio di essere sé stesso.En: Beyond the value of the prize, Luca had found something more precious: confidence in his abilities and the courage to be himself.It: Nell'accademia, non era solo un artista.En: In the academy, he was not just an artist.It: Era Luca, con i suoi sogni e le sue paure, ora pronto ad abbracciarli entrambi.En: He was Luca, with his dreams and his fears, now ready to embrace them both.It: E così, tra le foglie autunnali e i sorrisi degli amici, un nuovo capitolo iniziava per Luca.En: And so, among the autumn leaves and the smiles of friends, a new chapter began for Luca.It: L'accademia non era più solo un luogo di apprendimento, ma una casa per i suoi sogni.En: The academy was no longer just a place of learning but a home for his dreams. Vocabulary Words:heart: il cuoreacademy: l'accademiasociety: la societàautumn: l'autunnolandscapes: i paesaggihues: le tonalitàleaves: le foglieearth: il suoloentrance: l'entratapassion: la passioneshadow: l'ombrabrushes: i pennellirecognition: il riconoscimentochord: l'accordoannouncement: l'annunciocompetition: il concorsoanxiety: l'ansiasculpture: la sculturafragility: la fragilitàdedication: l'impegnohalls: i saloniunthinkable: l'impensabileglue: la collajudge: il giudicevulnerability: la vulnerabilitàprize: il premiobalm: il balsamoconfidence: la fiduciacapabilities: le capacitàcourage: il coraggio

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: When Tulips Blossom: A Botanical Love Story Takes Root Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-12-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht boven Keukenhof Gardens was helder en de herfstbladeren gaven een warme gouden gloed aan de omgeving.En: The sky above Keukenhof Gardens was clear, and the autumn leaves gave a warm golden glow to the surroundings.Nl: Tulpen in alle kleuren bloeiden uitbundig, als een schilderij van de natuur.En: Tulips of all colors bloomed exuberantly, like a painting of nature.Nl: Floris stond met zijn camera in de hand, onopvallend tussen de bezoekers, starend naar de bloemen die in perfecte rijen stonden.En: Floris stood with his camera in hand, inconspicuously among the visitors, staring at the flowers arranged in perfect rows.Nl: Hij voelde de zenuwen in zijn maag.En: He felt the nerves in his stomach.Nl: Zijn foto's hadden nooit iemand echt geraakt, dacht hij.En: His photos had never really touched anyone, he thought.Nl: Echter, vandaag had hij besloten de sprong te wagen.En: However, today he had decided to take the plunge.Nl: Niet ver daarvandaan stond Marlies.En: Not far away stood Marlies.Nl: Haar notitieboekje was leeg en haar gedachten zaten vast.En: Her notebook was empty and her thoughts were stuck.Nl: De druk om iets nieuws en creatiefs te bedenken voor haar stadsparkproject woog zwaar.En: The pressure to come up with something new and creative for her city park project weighed heavily.Nl: Hier, omringd door zoveel natuurlijke schoonheid, hoopte ze op nieuwe invloeden.En: Here, surrounded by so much natural beauty, she hoped for new influences.Nl: Ze ademde diep in, de geur van aarde in zich opnemend.En: She breathed in deeply, taking in the scent of the earth.Nl: Opeens bogen zowel Floris als Marlies zich naar voren, aangetrokken door dezelfde zeldzame bloem.En: Suddenly, both Floris and Marlies leaned forward, drawn to the same rare flower.Nl: Een onverwachte duw maakte dat hun schouders elkaar raakten.En: An unexpected nudge caused their shoulders to touch.Nl: Marlies liet een verraste lach horen, terwijl Floris zich verontschuldigde, zijn camera bijna vallend.En: Marlies let out a surprised laugh, while Floris apologized, his camera almost falling.Nl: "Oh, sorry," zei hij.En: "Oh, sorry," he said.Nl: "Wat een bijzondere bloem, nietwaar?"En: "What a remarkable flower, isn't it?"Nl: Marlies knikte, haar ogen glinsterend.En: Marlies nodded, her eyes glistening.Nl: "Ja, echt prachtig.En: "Yes, truly beautiful.Nl: Ik ontwerp parken en zoek hier naar inspiratie," verklaarde ze.En: I design parks and am looking for inspiration here," she explained.Nl: Floris voelde zijn belangstelling groeien.En: Floris felt his interest grow.Nl: "Ik ben Floris," zei hij.En: "I'm Floris," he said.Nl: "Ik ben een botanicus en doe ook aan fotografie, maar ik ben daar nog onzeker over.En: "I'm a botanist and also do photography, but I'm still uncertain about it.Nl: Ik ben hier om ideeën op te doen voor een tentoonstelling die ik wil houden."En: I'm here to gather ideas for an exhibition I want to hold."Nl: Een conversatie ontlook tussen hen, net zo natuurlijk als de bloemen om hen heen.En: A conversation blossomed between them, as naturally as the flowers around them.Nl: Marlies deelde haar creatieve blokkade en Floris vertelde over zijn onzekerheid.En: Marlies shared her creative block, and Floris spoke about his uncertainty.Nl: Samen wandelden ze door de tuin, pratend en ideeën uitwisselend.En: Together, they walked through the garden, talking and exchanging ideas.Nl: Marlies raakte geïnspireerd door Floris' passie voor de perfecte compositie in zijn foto's.En: Marlies became inspired by Floris' passion for the perfect composition in his photos.Nl: Naarmate de zon lager stond, kwam er een nieuw idee op bij Marlies.En: As the sun set lower, a new idea dawned on Marlies.Nl: "Wat als we samenwerken?"En: "What if we collaborate?"Nl: stelde ze voor.En: she proposed.Nl: "Jouw foto's kunnen in het ontwerp van het park worden geïntegreerd.En: "Your photos could be integrated into the design of the park.Nl: Het is een kans om de stad meer natuur te brengen met jouw unieke perspectief."En: It's an opportunity to bring more nature to the city with your unique perspective."Nl: Floris voelde een warme vreugde opwellen.En: Floris felt a warm joy well up.Nl: "Dat klinkt fantastisch," zei hij, zijn zelftwijfel verdampt.En: "That sounds fantastic," he said, his self-doubt evaporated.Nl: "Laten we dit proberen!"En: "Let's give this a try!"Nl: En zo, geïnspireerd door elkaar en de schoonheid van Keukenhof, begonnen ze aan een gezamenlijk project.En: And so, inspired by each other and the beauty of Keukenhof, they embarked on a joint project.Nl: Floris vond vertrouwen in zijn fotografie, terwijl Marlies nieuwe energie kreeg voor haar ontwerpen.En: Floris found confidence in his photography, while Marlies gained new energy for her designs.Nl: Samen creëerden ze iets moois dat de schoonheid van de natuur naar de mensen bracht.En: Together, they created something beautiful that brought the beauty of nature to the people. Vocabulary Words:exuberantly: uitbundiginconspicuously: onopvallendnerves: zenuwensurroundings: omgevingplunge: sprongnotebook: notitieboekjeinfluences: invloedenglistening: glinsterendremarkable: bijzonderebotanist: botanicuscomposition: compositieuncertainty: onzekerheidcollaborate: samenwerkenintegrated: geïntegreerdexhibition: tentoonstellingcreative block: creatieve blokkadedesign: ontwerpperspective: perspectiefevaporated: verdamptproject: projectconfidence: vertrouweninspired: geïnspireerdenergy: energieglow: gloednudge: duwopportunity: kansjoy: vreugderemarkable: bijzondercomposition: compositiedawned: opkwam

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Lieke's Enigmatic Discovery: Secrets of the Keukenhof Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-12-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de schitterende herfst van de Keukenhof Gardens, waar de bladeren goud en rood kleuren, begint ons verhaal.En: In the splendid autumn of the Keukenhof Gardens, where the leaves turn gold and red, our story begins.Nl: Lieke, een nieuwsgierige botanist, loopt rustig langs de paden.En: Lieke, a curious botanist, walks calmly along the paths.Nl: De lucht is fris, en de bloemen bloeien nog steeds met een late vurigheid die zeldzaam is.En: The air is fresh, and the flowers are still blooming with a late fervor that is rare.Nl: Ze stopt bij een bed van tulpen, haar favoriete bloem, om hun schoonheid in zich op te nemen.En: She stops at a bed of tulips, her favorite flower, to take in their beauty.Nl: Daar tussen de bloemen ziet ze iets ongewoons.En: Among the flowers, she sees something unusual.Nl: Een onopvallende enveloppe ligt onopgemerkt op de grond.En: An unassuming envelope lies unnoticed on the ground.Nl: De enveloppe is ongeopend, zonder naam of adres.En: The envelope is unopened, without a name or address.Nl: Lieke's nieuwsgierigheid wint.En: Lieke's curiosity prevails.Nl: Ze pakt de enveloppe op en voelt een lichte aarzeling.En: She picks up the envelope and feels a slight hesitation.Nl: Wat zou erin zitten?En: What could be inside?Nl: Zonder dat iemand het ziet, glijdt ze het in haar tas en besluit hem later te openen.En: Without anyone noticing, she slips it into her bag and decides to open it later.Nl: Niet ver weg leiden Jeroen en Bram, de lokale gidsen, een groep toeristen rond.En: Not far away, Jeroen and Bram, the local guides, are leading a group of tourists around.Nl: Lieke weet dat ze veel over de tuinen weten.En: Lieke knows that they know a lot about the gardens.Nl: Misschien weten ze ook iets over deze mysterieuze enveloppe?En: Maybe they also know something about this mysterious envelope?Nl: Wanneer Lieke even alleen is, opent ze de enveloppe.En: When Lieke is briefly alone, she opens the envelope.Nl: Tot haar verbazing zitten er vreemde tekens en symbolen in.En: To her surprise, it contains strange signs and symbols.Nl: Ze krabt aan haar hoofd.En: She scratches her head.Nl: Deze codes zijn niet zomaar te ontcijferen.En: These codes are not easily decipherable.Nl: Ze weet dat ze voorzichtig moet zijn.En: She knows she must be careful.Nl: Ze wil haar vondst niet openbaar maken, maar ze heeft wel hulp nodig.En: She does not want to make her find public, but she does need help.Nl: Die avond, tijdens een wandeling langs de tuinen met Jeroen en Bram in de buurt, maakt ze een beslissing.En: That evening, during a walk through the gardens with Jeroen and Bram nearby, she makes a decision.Nl: Ze vraagt op subtiele wijze of ze ooit iets vreemds hebben gevonden in de tuinen.En: She subtly asks if they have ever found anything strange in the gardens.Nl: Jeroen lacht en vertelt verhalen over verborgen paden en vergeten beelden.En: Jeroen laughs and tells stories about hidden paths and forgotten statues.Nl: Bram, die meer interesse lijkt te hebben, knikt en zegt dat er ooit sprake was van geheime symbolen die naar een verborgen plek leidden.En: Bram, who seems more interested, nods and says that there was once talk of secret symbols leading to a hidden place.Nl: Lieke's hart slaat sneller.En: Lieke's heart beats faster.Nl: Dit is grootser dan ze dacht.En: This is bigger than she thought.Nl: Met de informatie van de gidsen en haar kennis van planten, begint ze de symbolen te ontcijferen.En: With the information from the guides and her knowledge of plants, she starts to decipher the symbols.Nl: Het kost haar enkele dagen en nachten vol studeren en vergelijken met botanische teksten, maar ze komt verder.En: It takes her several days and nights of studying and comparing with botanical texts, but she makes progress.Nl: Elk symbool staat voor een bepaalde plant of locatie binnen de tuinen.En: Each symbol represents a particular plant or location within the gardens.Nl: Op een mistige ochtend, gewapend met een notitieboekje vol aantekeningen, volgt Lieke de aanwijzingen.En: On a misty morning, armed with a notebook full of notes, Lieke follows the clues.Nl: Ze leidt zichzelf door de tuinen, langs oude eiken, tot ze een plek bereikt die onbekend lijkt.En: She leads herself through the gardens, past ancient oaks, until she reaches a place that seems unfamiliar.Nl: Hier, tussen de struiken, ontdekt ze een oude marmeren standbeeld, bedekt met mos, dat grandeur en mysterie uitstraalt.En: Here, among the shrubs, she discovers an old marble statue, covered with moss, exuding grandeur and mystery.Nl: Lieke kijkt met bewondering en besef naar het standbeeld.En: Lieke gazes with admiration and realization at the statue.Nl: Ze heeft niet alleen een historisch geheim ontdekt, maar ook een diepere waardering gekregen voor de plek die ze zo liefheeft.En: She has not only discovered a historical secret but also gained a deeper appreciation for the place she holds dear.Nl: Bij het verlaten van de verborgen hoek van de tuin, besluit ze openhartig te zijn tegen Jeroen en Bram over haar ontdekking.En: As she leaves the hidden corner of the garden, she decides to be open with Jeroen and Bram about her discovery.Nl: Hun gezichten lichten op met ongeloof en enthousiasme.En: Their faces light up with disbelief and enthusiasm.Nl: Met een versterkte passie voor de geschiedenis en de botanie die zo met elkaar verweven zijn, loopt Lieke door de tuinen vol nieuwe verhalen en mogelijkheden die wachten om ontdekt te worden.En: With a renewed passion for the intertwined history and botany, Lieke walks through the gardens full of new stories and possibilities waiting to be discovered.Nl: De Keukenhof zal nooit meer hetzelfde zijn voor haar.En: The Keukenhof will never be the same for her.Nl: Ze glimlacht, verheugd over de keuze om haar vondst te delen, en beseft dat sommige geheimen gedeeld moeten worden om hun ware schoonheid te onthullen.En: She smiles, delighted by the choice to share her find, and realizes that some secrets must be shared to reveal their true beauty. Vocabulary Words:splendid: schitterendecurious: nieuwsgierigebotanist: botanistfervor: vurigheidunassuming: onopvallendeunnoticed: onopgemerktprevails: winthesitation: aarzelingdecipherable: ontcijferenpublic: openbaarsubtly: subtiele wijzehidden: verborgensymbols: symbolendecipher: ontcijferenarmed: gewapendnotebook: notitieboekjeadmiration: bewonderingrealization: besefhistorical: historischappreciation: waarderingpassion: passieintertwined: verwevenpossibilities: mogelijkhedendelighted: verheugdgrandeur: grandeurmystery: mysteriesubtle: subtieleclues: aanwijzingendiscover: ontdekkenblooming: bloeien

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Lost and Found in Vigeland: A Park's Unexpected Treasures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-12-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Vigeland Park var kledd i høstens prakt.En: Vigeland Park was dressed in autumn's splendor.No: Gylne blader danset i vinden, og skulpturene strakte sine kalde armer mot himmelen.En: Golden leaves danced in the wind, and the sculptures stretched their cold arms toward the sky.No: Ingrid gikk langs stiene, øynene på bakken.En: Ingrid walked along the paths, her eyes on the ground.No: Hun lette etter et armbånd, et armbånd fullt av minner fra sin bestemor.En: She was searching for a bracelet, a bracelet full of memories from her grandmother.No: Det var ikke bare et smykke, men en del av hennes hjerte.En: It wasn't just a piece of jewelry, but a part of her heart.No: Ikke langt unna, viklet Sven seg gjennom menneskemengden.En: Not far away, Sven wove through the crowd.No: Hans tanker var tynget av et savnet minnekort.En: His thoughts were burdened by a missing memory card.No: Bildene fra hans siste prosjekt lå på det kortet.En: The photos from his latest project were on that card.No: Han trengte dem for en viktig utstilling.En: He needed them for an important exhibition.No: Hodet var fullt av kreative tanker, men hjertet lå bekymringsfullt.En: His mind was full of creative thoughts, but his heart was worry-laden.No: Kari, Ingrids trofaste venn, gikk ved hennes side.En: Kari, Ingrid's loyal friend, walked by her side.No: "Du finner det.En: "You'll find it.No: Jeg er sikker," sa hun og ga Ingrid et oppmuntrende klapp på skulderen.En: I'm sure," she said, giving Ingrid an encouraging pat on the shoulder.No: "La oss tenke logisk.En: "Let's think logically.No: Hvor var du sist du hadde det?En: Where was the last place you had it?"No: "Samtidig, mens Sven sjekket kameravesken for hundre gang, krysset han Ingrids sti.En: Meanwhile, as Sven checked his camera bag for the hundredth time, he crossed Ingrid's path.No: De kolliderte nesten.En: They almost collided.No: "Unnskyld," sa Ingrid, smilende nervøst.En: "Sorry," said Ingrid, smiling nervously.No: "Hele parker er kompliserte," sa Sven med et skjevt smil.En: "Whole parks are complicated," said Sven with a crooked smile.No: "Jeg leter etter noe jeg også.En: "I'm searching for something too."No: "Ingrid nølte ikke lenge.En: Ingrid didn't hesitate for long.No: "Hva leter du etter?En: "What are you looking for?"No: "Sven fortalte henne om minnekortet.En: Sven told her about the memory card.No: De innså raskt at det kunne være en god idé å samarbeide.En: They quickly realized that it might be a good idea to team up.No: "To hjerner tenker bedre enn en," svarte Ingrid og smilte svakt.En: "Two heads think better than one," replied Ingrid, smiling faintly.No: De begynte å lete sammen.En: They began searching together.No: Kari foreslo et system.En: Kari suggested a system.No: De delte parken i sektorer og planla å søke hver del grundig.En: They divided the park into sectors and planned to search each part thoroughly.No: De snakket mens de lette, og de delte historier.En: They talked while they searched, sharing stories.No: Ingrid fortalte om sin bestemor og betydningen armbåndet hadde.En: Ingrid spoke about her grandmother and the significance of the bracelet.No: Sven delte sine drømmer som fotograf.En: Sven shared his dreams as a photographer.No: Plutselig stanset Ingrid, øynene opplyst.En: Suddenly Ingrid stopped, her eyes lighting up.No: Der, på en av skulpturene, hang armbåndet.En: There, on one of the sculptures, hung the bracelet.No: Det glitret i sollyset, fylt med minner.En: It sparkled in the sunlight, filled with memories.No: Hun grep det og holdt det tett.En: She grabbed it and held it tight.No: Samtidig følte Sven et lett sug i magen.En: At the same moment, Sven felt a light flutter in his stomach.No: Han åpnet en ukjent glidelås på kameravesken.En: He opened an unfamiliar zipper on his camera bag.No: Der, mellom noen gamle kvitteringer, var hans savnede minnekort.En: There, among some old receipts, was his missing memory card.No: De lo av tilfeldigheten.En: They laughed at the coincidence.No: To mennesker, hver med sitt tap, hadde funnet hverandres støtte og håp.En: Two people, each with their own loss, had found support and hope in each other.No: De satte seg på en benk, delte medbragt kaffe og kjente varmen fra den gryende vennskapet.En: They sat down on a bench, shared their packed coffee, and felt the warmth of a budding friendship.No: Kari satte seg ved dem, glødende av glede på deres vegne.En: Kari sat down with them, glowing with joy on their behalf.No: "Dette må vi feire!En: "We have to celebrate this!"No: " sa hun, og planla straks en liten fest.En: she said, immediately planning a small party.No: Ingrid blikket på Sven og smilte.En: Ingrid glanced at Sven and smiled.No: "Det er rart," sa hun tankefullt.En: "It's strange," she said thoughtfully.No: "Hvordan en dag i parken kan endre alt.En: "How a day in the park can change everything."No: "Sven nikket medfølende.En: Sven nodded sympathetically.No: "Det beste er ikke alltid fanget i et bilde," svarte han, "men opplevd i virkeligheten.En: "The best is not always captured in a photo," he replied, "but experienced in reality."No: " Og så, mens solen satte seg over Vigeland Park, ble en ny forbindelse skapt.En: And so, as the sun set over Vigeland Park, a new connection was created.No: Og det var kanskje den største skatten av dem alle.En: And perhaps that was the greatest treasure of all. Vocabulary Words:splendor: praktautumn: høstgolden: gylnebracelet: armbåndjewelry: smykkeburdened: tyngetmissing: savnetworried: bekymringsfulltthoughtfully: tankefulltexhibition: utstillingloaded: fyltencouraging: oppmuntrendecollided: kollidertethoroughly: grundiggreatest: størstememories: minnerconnection: forbindelsecreative: kreativehope: håplaughter: losympathetically: medfølendetreasure: skattenflutter: sugsparkled: glitretphotographer: fotograflogical: logiskunfamiliar: ukjentreceipts: kvitteringerbudding: gryendecelebrate: feire

Fluent Fiction - Italian: The Triumph of Passion: Giovanni's Bold Pitch in Siena Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-10-12-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Le foglie d'autunno danzavano leggere nella brezza, mentre la Piazza del Campo a Siena brulicava di vita.En: The autumn leaves danced lightly in the breeze, while the Piazza del Campo in Siena bustled with life.It: Tra turisti con macchine fotografiche e residenti che si godevano un caffè, Giovanni sedeva nervoso al tavolino di un piccolo caffè all'aperto.En: Among tourists with cameras and residents enjoying a coffee, Giovanni sat nervously at a small outdoor café table.It: Davanti a lui, Luca osservava, pensieroso.En: In front of him, Luca watched, pensive.It: Giovanni era un giovane imprenditore, pieno di sogni e ambizioni.En: Giovanni was a young entrepreneur, full of dreams and ambitions.It: Il suo obiettivo era convincere Luca, uomo d'affari esperto e potenziale investitore, a finanziare la sua startup.En: His goal was to convince Luca, an experienced businessman and potential investor, to finance his startup.It: Il progetto di Giovanni aveva bisogno di sostegno economico per spiccare il volo, e il sì di Luca avrebbe cambiato tutto.En: Giovanni's project needed financial support to take off, and Luca's "yes" would change everything.It: "Mentre il mercato è instabile, i tuoi risultati non mi danno sicurezza," disse Luca, sorseggiando il caffè, pensieroso.En: "While the market is unstable, your results don't give me confidence," Luca said, sipping his coffee, thoughtful.It: A poca distanza, Sofia, una rivale agguerrita, non perse l'occasione.En: Not far away, Sofia, a fierce rival, did not miss the opportunity.It: Si avvicinò al tavolo e con un sorriso sicuro iniziò a presentare la sua proposta.En: She approached the table and with a confident smile began to present her proposal.It: Giovanni sapeva di dover agire in fretta.En: Giovanni knew he had to act quickly.It: Decise di ascoltare il suo istinto.En: He decided to listen to his instincts.It: "Luca, so che il mercato è difficile.En: "Luca, I know the market is tough.It: Ma il mio progetto è innovativo.En: But my project is innovative.It: Ho aggiornato il piano per affrontare queste sfide," spiegò Giovanni, la sua voce più sicura di quanto si sentisse.En: I've updated the plan to tackle these challenges," explained Giovanni, his voice more assured than he felt.It: Luca sgranò gli occhi, sorpreso dalla sicurezza ritrovata di Giovanni.En: Luca widened his eyes, surprised by Giovanni's newfound confidence.It: Sentendo la determinazione e la passione nel tono del giovane imprenditore, iniziò a ricredersi.En: Hearing the determination and passion in the young entrepreneur's tone, he began to reconsider.It: Giovanni proseguì, "Immagina dove potremmo arrivare insieme.En: Giovanni continued, "Imagine where we could go together.It: I benefici a lungo termine superano i rischi di oggi."En: The long-term benefits outweigh today's risks."It: Luca incrociò le braccia, riflettendo.En: Luca crossed his arms, reflecting.It: Il desiderio di Giovanni di adattarsi e il suo spirito persistente lo colpirono.En: Giovanni's desire to adapt and his persistent spirit impressed him.It: Alla fine, con un sorriso, disse: "Va bene, Giovanni.En: In the end, with a smile, he said, "Alright, Giovanni.It: Investirò."En: I will invest."It: Giovanni si lasciò andare a un sospiro di sollievo, la tensione sciolta dal calore del successo.En: Giovanni let out a sigh of relief, the tension melted by the warmth of success.It: Sofia, dall'altro lato, rimase a guardare, costretta a riconsiderare la sua strategia.En: Sofia, on the other side, stood watching, forced to reconsider her strategy.It: Mentre il sole calava sulla piazza, Giovanni camminò via, il cuore leggero e il passo deciso.En: As the sun set over the square, Giovanni walked away, his heart light and his step firm.It: Aveva imparato una lezione importante: flessibilità e passione potevano fare la differenza.En: He had learned an important lesson: flexibility and passion could make the difference.It: E la piazza, con la sua architettura medievale e l'atmosfera vivace, testimoniava un altro giorno di storia, mentre il futuro si apriva luminoso davanti a Giovanni.En: And the square, with its medieval architecture and lively atmosphere, witnessed another day of history, as the future opened bright before Giovanni. Vocabulary Words:the autumn leaves: le foglie d'autunnobreeze: la brezzabustled: brulicavaoutdoor café table: tavolino di un caffè all'apertopensive: pensierosoentrepreneur: l'imprenditoreambitions: le ambizionigoal: l'obiettivoto convince: convincereinvestor: l'investitorefinance: finanziarestartup: la startupsupport: il sostegnoto take off: spiccare il volounstable: instabileresults: i risultatito sip: sorseggiarefierce rival: una rivale agguerritato present: presentareto act quickly: agire in frettainstinct: l'istintoinnovative: innovativoto tackle: affrontareto widen: sgranaredetermination: la determinazionepassion: la passionetone: il tonobenefits: i beneficito outweigh: superarerisks: i rischi

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Unearthing Hidden Treasures: Sanne's Santorini Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-11-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen helder op het eiland Santorini.En: The sun shone brightly on the island of Santorini.Nl: De lucht was strakblauw en de zee kabbelde zachtjes tegen de rotsen.En: The sky was clear blue, and the sea lapped gently against the rocks.Nl: Het was herfst, maar het voelde als een perfecte zomerdag.En: It was autumn, but it felt like a perfect summer day.Nl: Sanne, een enthousiaste reiziger, liep samen met haar vrienden Bram en Lotte door de wirwar van smalle straatjes in het bruisende marktgebied.En: Sanne, an enthusiastic traveler, walked with her friends Bram and Lotte through the maze of narrow streets in the bustling market area.Nl: De markten waren een feest voor de zintuigen.En: The markets were a feast for the senses.Nl: Overal waren felle kleuren van groente- en fruitstalletjes.En: Everywhere there were bright colors from vegetable and fruit stalls.Nl: De geur van versgebakken brood en kruiden vulde de lucht.En: The smell of freshly baked bread and spices filled the air.Nl: De verkopers riepen luid hun koopwaar aan en de stemmen van toeristen klonken door de nauwe straatjes.En: The vendors loudly advertised their goods, and the voices of tourists echoed through the narrow streets.Nl: Sanne zocht naar een speciaal souvenir, iets dat Santorini's charme zou vangen.En: Sanne was searching for a special souvenir, something that would capture Santorini's charm.Nl: Maar Sanne voelde zich overweldigd.En: But Sanne felt overwhelmed.Nl: De drukte, de hitte en de vele toeristische prullaria maakten het moeilijk om iets bijzonders te vinden.En: The crowds, the heat, and the many tourist trinkets made it difficult to find something special.Nl: Ze wist dat de tijd drong.En: She knew that time was running out.Nl: Over een paar uur moesten ze hun ferry halen.En: In a few hours, they had to catch their ferry.Nl: "Misschien moeten we een andere route proberen," stelde Bram voor, terwijl hij naar een smalle zijstraat wees.En: “Maybe we should try a different route,” Bram suggested, pointing to a narrow side street.Nl: Lotte knikte instemmend.En: Lotte nodded in agreement.Nl: "Ja, laten we het daar proberen," zei ze.En: “Yes, let's try there,” she said.Nl: Sanne besloot het advies te volgen en leidde de groep de rustiger zijstraat in.En: Sanne decided to follow the advice and led the group into the quieter side street.Nl: De drukte verdween langzaam terwijl ze verder liepen.En: The hustle and bustle faded slowly as they walked further.Nl: Uiteindelijk kwamen ze bij een klein, ietwat verborgen winkeltje.En: Eventually, they came upon a small, somewhat hidden shop.Nl: Voor de deur zat een oude man, zijn handen bezig met het beschilderen van een schaal.En: In front of the door sat an old man, his hands busy painting a bowl.Nl: Sanne stapte naar binnen en keek ademloos rond.En: Sanne stepped inside and looked around breathlessly.Nl: De muren waren vol met prachtige handgemaakte keramische stukken.En: The walls were full of beautiful handmade ceramic pieces.Nl: Een bordje met de woorden "Handgemaakt met liefde" hing boven de ingang.En: A sign with the words "Handgemaakt met liefde" ("Handmade with love") hung above the entrance.Nl: "Wat een vondst," fluisterde ze tegen zichzelf.En: “What a find,” she whispered to herself.Nl: Haar ogen vielen op een prachtige, handgeschilderde keramische schaal.En: Her eyes fell on a beautiful, hand-painted ceramic bowl.Nl: De blauwe en witte tinten van Santorini sprongen eruit.En: The blue and white tones of Santorini stood out.Nl: Ze voelde dat dit het perfecte aandenken was aan haar reis.En: She felt that this was the perfect memento of her trip.Nl: "Dit is precies wat ik zocht," zei Sanne tegen de winkelier.En: “This is exactly what I was looking for,” said Sanne to the shopkeeper.Nl: Ze sprak met de man en ontdekte dat hij al vijftig jaar bezig was met keramiek.En: She spoke with the man and discovered that he had been working with ceramics for fifty years.Nl: Ze kocht de schaal, verheugd om iets authentieks mee naar huis te nemen.En: She bought the bowl, delighted to take something authentic home with her.Nl: Terwijl ze richting de haven liepen, hield Sanne de schaal voorzichtig vast.En: As they walked toward the harbor, Sanne held the bowl carefully.Nl: Ze was blij en tevreden.En: She was happy and content.Nl: Het avontuur in de rustige steegjes had haar iets kostbaars opgeleverd.En: The adventure in the quiet alleys had given her something precious.Nl: Niet alleen een souvenir, maar ook een herinnering aan de rijkdom van lokale cultuur en ambacht.En: Not just a souvenir, but also a memory of the wealth of local culture and craftsmanship.Nl: Sanne glimlachte naar Bram en Lotte.En: Sanne smiled at Bram and Lotte.Nl: "Ik zal dit nooit vergeten," zei ze.En: “I will never forget this,” she said.Nl: Door dit kleine avontuur leerde Sanne de waarde van echte ontdekkingen kennen, iets wat haar reis nog specialer maakte.En: Through this small adventure, Sanne learned the value of true discoveries, something that made her journey even more special. Vocabulary Words:shone: scheenmaze: wirwarbustling: bruisendefeast: feestsenses: zintuigenstalls: stalletjesfreshly: versgebakkenadvertised: riepenechoed: klonkensouvenir: souvenircharm: charmeoverwhelmed: overweldigdtrinkets: prullariaroute: routenarrow: smallefade: verdwenensomewhat: ietwathidden: verborgenbowl: schaalbreathlessly: ademlooshandmade: handgemaaktememento: aandenkenauthentic: authentiekscarefully: voorzichtigcontent: tevredenadventure: avontuurprecious: kostbaarscraftsmanship: ambachtsmiled: glimlachtediscoveries: ontdekkingen

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Proposals Amid Storms: An Unplanned Journey to Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-10-11-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Kaskader af bølger brager mod klipperne ved Amalfikysten.En: Cascades of waves crash against the rocks at the Amalfikysten.Da: Blå, livlige farver danser i havets skum, mens små pastelfarvede huse klynger sig til de stejle skråninger.En: Blue, vibrant colors dance in the sea's foam while small pastel-colored houses cling to the steep slopes.Da: Det er efterår, og Freja og Kasper er her for at nyde skønheden.En: It is autumn, and Freja and Kasper are here to enjoy the beauty.Da: Freja trækker Kasper ned ad en smal sti.En: Freja pulls Kasper down a narrow path.Da: "Kom nu, Kasper!En: "Come on, Kasper!Da: Se, hvor smukt det er her!"En: Look how beautiful it is here!"Da: siger hun.En: she says.Da: Freja elsker eventyr.En: Freja loves adventure.Da: Hendes øjne skinner, når hun ser noget nyt.En: Her eyes shine when she sees something new.Da: Kasper følger tøvende.En: Kasper follows hesitantly.Da: Han foretrækker en plan og lidt forudsigelighed.En: He prefers a plan and a little predictability.Da: Men Freja lokker ham altid med.En: But Freja always lures him along.Da: En mørk sky trækker sig ind over kysten.En: A dark cloud draws over the coast.Da: "Det ser ud som om stormen kommer hurtigt," bemærker Kasper.En: "It looks like the storm is coming quickly," Kasper remarks.Da: Men Freja ler.En: But Freja laughs.Da: "We finder snart et sted at søge ly," siger hun ubekymret.En: "We'll find a place to shelter soon," she says nonchalantly.Da: Kasper har en hemmelig plan.En: Kasper has a secret plan.Da: Han vil fri til Freja.En: He wants to propose to Freja.Da: Han venter bare på det perfekte øjeblik.En: He's just waiting for the perfect moment.Da: En romantisk udsigt, god timing.En: A romantic view, good timing.Da: Han har ringen skjult i sin lomme.En: He has the ring hidden in his pocket.Da: Pludselig bryder stormen ud.En: Suddenly, the storm breaks out.Da: Vinden pisker, regnen falder hårdt.En: The wind whips, the rain falls hard.Da: Stien bliver glat.En: The path becomes slippery.Da: De beslutter sig for at finde et sted at tage ly, men klipperne er farlige.En: They decide to find a place to take shelter, but the rocks are treacherous.Da: Freja glider, skrækken malet i hendes ansigt.En: Freja slips, fear painted on her face.Da: Kasper reagerer instinktivt og griber fat i hende.En: Kasper reacts instinctively and grabs hold of her.Da: Han trækker hende væk fra kanten, hans hjerte banker.En: He pulls her away from the edge, his heart pounding.Da: "Freja, jeg kan ikke miste dig," siger han.En: "Freja, I cannot lose you," he says.Da: De når et lille, rustikt hotel.En: They reach a small, rustic hotel.Da: Det er hyggeligt og gammeldags.En: It's cozy and old-fashioned.Da: I stenpejsen knitrer et varmt bål.En: In the stone fireplace, a warm fire crackles.Da: De er sikre, men våde og kolde.En: They are safe but wet and cold.Da: Kasper ser ind i Frejas øjne og indser, at her og nu er perfekt.En: Kasper looks into Freja's eyes and realizes that here and now is perfect.Da: Ikke planlagt, men alligevel perfekt.En: Not planned, yet perfect.Da: Han tager ringen frem.En: He takes out the ring.Da: "Freja," siger han, og hans stemme er blød og kærlig.En: "Freja," he says, his voice soft and loving.Da: "Vil du gifte dig med mig?"En: "Will you marry me?"Da: Frejas øjne fyldes med tårer af glæde.En: Freja's eyes fill with tears of joy.Da: "Ja, Kasper!En: "Yes, Kasper!Da: Selvfølgelig vil jeg det!"En: Of course, I will!"Da: Udenfor raser stormen stadig, men indeni er de varme og lykkelige.En: Outside, the storm still rages, but inside they are warm and happy.Da: Kasper lærer at omfavne det uforudsigelige.En: Kasper learns to embrace the unpredictable.Da: Freja sætter pris på Kaspers faste kærlighed.En: Freja appreciates Kasper's steadfast love.Da: Sammen ser de frem mod en fremtid fuld af nye eventyr, hvor de bedste øjeblikke ofte er dem, man ikke kan planlægge.En: Together, they look forward to a future full of new adventures, where the best moments are often those one cannot plan. Vocabulary Words:cascades: kaskadercrash: bragercling: klynger sigvibrant: livligesteep: stejleadventure: eventyrhesitantly: tøvendepredictability: forudsigelighedlures: lokkernonchalantly: ubekymretshelter: lytreacherous: farligeinstinctively: instinktivtpounding: bankerrustic: rustiktcozy: hyggeligtold-fashioned: gammeldagscrackles: knitrerpocket: lommepropose: frifright: skrækkenembrace: omfavneunpredictable: uforudsigeligesteadfast: fasteview: udsigtenmoment: øjeblikslippery: glatromantic: romantiskhidden: skjultwhips: pisker

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: The Belly Flop That Warmed Hearts in Budapest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-10-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A színes őszi lombok alatt, a budapesti történelmi termálfürdő forgatagában nevetés és a fürdőzők zaja hallatszott.En: Under the colorful autumn foliage, within the hustle and bustle of the historical thermal bath in Budapest, laughter and the noise of bathers could be heard.Hu: A gőz lágyan szállt fel a hideg levegőbe, mint valami mesebeli varázslat.En: The steam gently rose into the cold air like some fairy-tale magic.Hu: A meleg víz illata körbelengte Zoltánt, aki határozottan készült arra, hogy megmutassa barátainak, Katalinnak és Györgynek, milyen ügyes a vízben.En: The scent of warm water enveloped Zoltán, who was determined to show his friends, Katalin and György, how skilled he was in the water.Hu: Mindig is büszke volt régi ugró tudására, és most eljött az idő, hogy lenyűgözze ismerőseit.En: He had always been proud of his old diving skills, and now the time had come to impress his acquaintances.Hu: Katalin, ahogy mindig, mosolyogva állt mellette.En: Katalin, as always, stood beside him with a smile.Hu: „Ne félj, Zoltán!En: "Don't worry, Zoltán!Hu: Biztosan meg tudod csinálni!En: I'm sure you can do it!"Hu: ” – mondta, miközben pajkosan odébb lépett, nehogy ráfröccsenjen a víz.En: she said, playfully stepping aside to avoid being splashed by the water.Hu: György, aki mindig is kissé szkeptikus volt, kétkedve körözött a karjaival a hideg levegőben.En: György, who had always been a bit skeptical, circled his arms in the cold air with doubt.Hu: „Ne túl nagyot, csak óvatosan!En: "Not too high, just be careful!"Hu: ” – figyelmeztette, bár egy mosoly is megbújt a szavai mögött.En: he warned, though a smile also lurked behind his words.Hu: Zoltán mélyet lélegzett.En: Zoltán took a deep breath.Hu: „Ez a nap a nagy ugrásé lesz!En: "This day will be for the big jump!"Hu: ” – gondolta magában.En: he thought to himself.Hu: Az endorfinnal teli izgalom áthatotta minden porcikáját.En: The excitement, full of endorphins, permeated his whole being.Hu: Ahogy a medence széléhez lépett, megcsúszott egy enyhén nedves szegélykövön.En: As he stepped to the edge of the pool, he slipped on a slightly wet border stone.Hu: Az elhatározása ellenére egy bonyolult ugrást választott.En: Despite his resolve, he chose a complicated jump.Hu: Egy gyors pörgés és szaltó volt a terve, de a csúszós talaj hirtelen közbeszólt.En: His plan was a quick spin and somersault, but the slippery ground suddenly intervened.Hu: Amint elrugaszkodott, váratlanul elállt a lélegzete, mert elveszítette az egyensúlyát.En: As he pushed off, his breath suddenly caught because he lost his balance.Hu: Az ugrása inkább egy humoros hasalásba torkollott.En: His jump rather culminated in a humorous belly flop.Hu: A víz nagy robajjal csapódott föl körülötte, hosszú cseppekkel fröcskölve be az egész környéket, beleértve Katalint és Györgyöt is.En: The water crashed loudly around him, splashing long droplets all over the surroundings, including Katalin and György.Hu: Egy pillanatnyi csend után, Katalin hahotázni kezdett, és György is vele nevetett.En: After a moment of silence, Katalin burst into laughter, and György joined in.Hu: Zoltán először zavarba jött, de ahogy barátai nevetése átragadt rá, ő is hangosan kacagásban tört ki.En: Zoltán initially felt embarrassed, but as his friends' laughter caught on, he too broke out into loud laughter.Hu: A hideg víz és a barátok jókedve feloldotta a feszültséget.En: The cold water and the good spirits of his friends dispelled the tension.Hu: „Nos, azt hiszem, megmenekültél a profik versenyétől, Zoli!En: "Well, I guess you've saved yourself from the pros' competition, Zoli!"Hu: ” – mondta György, miközben megtörülte a vizes homlokát.En: said György, wiping his wet forehead.Hu: „Lehet, de mindig emlékezni fogunk erre a pillanatra!En: "Maybe, but we will always remember this moment!"Hu: ” – válaszolta Zoltán vidáman.En: replied Zoltán cheerfully.Hu: Az önbizalmában erősebb lett, rájött, hogy a legfontosabb a jókedv és a barátság.En: With his confidence stronger, he realized that the most important thing was the good mood and friendship.Hu: Ahogy a nap a fürdő felett lenyugodni készült, Zoltán megfogadta, hogy legközelebb, amikor próbálkozik, már ez lesz a mércéje: szívet deríteni, nem csak elkápráztatni.En: As the sun was setting over the bath, Zoltán vowed that next time he tries, this would be the standard: to warm hearts, not just to dazzle.Hu: És így a nap emlékké vált, amelyre mindig mosolyogva gondoltak vissza.En: And so, the day turned into a memory, one they would always recall with a smile. Vocabulary Words:foliage: lombokbustle: forgatagthermal bath: termálfürdőbathers: fürdőzőkenthusiastic: határozottanproud: büszkeacquaintances: ismerősökskeptical: szkeptikuspermeated: áthatottaspin: pörgéssomersault: szaltóslippery: csúszósintervened: közbeszóltculminated: torkollotthumorous: humoroslurked: megbújtendorsed: elfogadtavowed: megfogadtadazzle: elkápráztatnirecall: visszagondoltakdetermined: elhatározásabeyond: túldespite: ellenéreresolve: eltökéltségdispense: feloldprodigious: csodálatosextend: kiterjesztabound: bőségben vanretrieve: felidéznifret: aggodalom

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Rediscovering Bonds in the Autumn of Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-08-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Høstvinden hvisket gjennom de eldgamle trærne, mens skogen kledde seg i gyldne toner.En: The autumn wind whispered through the ancient trees, as the forest dressed itself in golden tones.No: Sigrid, Erik og Kari sto ved begynnelsen av stien som førte inn til de mystiske ruinene.En: Sigrid, Erik, and Kari stood at the beginning of the path leading to the mysterious ruins.No: De hadde planlagt denne turen lenge.En: They had planned this trip for a long time.No: For Sigrid var det mer enn bare en utforskning – det var en sjanse til å føle nærhet til vennene sine igjen.En: For Sigrid, it was more than just an exploration—it was a chance to feel close to her friends again.No: "Se, hvor vakre fargene er," sa Erik, løftet kameraet sitt og knipset de første bildene.En: "Look at how beautiful the colors are," said Erik, lifting his camera and snapping the first pictures.No: Hans fingre famlet en stund, som om han ikke helt visste hva han ville fange.En: His fingers fumbled for a while, as if he didn't quite know what he wanted to capture.No: Sigrid kastet et blikk mot ham og smilte svakt.En: Sigrid glanced at him and smiled faintly.No: Hun ønsket at denne turen kunne bryte veggen av usikkerhet mellom dem.En: She hoped this trip could break the wall of uncertainty between them.No: Kari, med et gammelt kart i hånden, gikk foran.En: Kari, with an old map in hand, walked ahead.No: Hennes entusiasme for historien kunne nesten kjennes i luften.En: Her enthusiasm for history could almost be felt in the air.No: "Disse ruinene," begynte hun med beundring i stemmen, "de har så mange hemmeligheter."En: "These ruins," she began with admiration in her voice, "they have so many secrets."No: Men høsten kunne være uberegnelig.En: But autumn could be unpredictable.No: Skyene samlet seg over hodene deres, og snart begynte regndråpene å falle.En: Clouds gathered above their heads, and soon raindrops began to fall.No: Stien ble glatt, og de mossteinede steinene virket plutselig farlige.En: The path became slippery, and the moss-covered stones suddenly seemed dangerous.No: "Vi må være forsiktige," advarte Sigrid, mens de fortsatte å bevege seg forsiktig fremover.En: "We need to be careful," warned Sigrid, as they continued to move cautiously forward.No: Midt i de gamle buene og halvt forfalne strukturer kom det frem gamle følelser.En: Amid the old arches and half-ruined structures, old feelings emerged.No: Kari stoppet opp, blikket hennes vendt mot avgrunnen.En: Kari stopped, her gaze turned toward the abyss.No: "Jeg er så sliten," tilsto hun.En: "I'm so tired," she admitted.No: "Å balansere lidenskapen min og far hjemme... det er vanskelig."En: "Balancing my passion and taking care of dad at home... it's hard."No: Sigrid så på henne, bekymringen kjentes i brystet hennes.En: Sigrid looked at her, feeling concern in her chest.No: "Guttene mine, jeg sliter med kreativitet," innrømmet Erik.En: "My guys, I'm struggling with creativity," Erik admitted.No: "Ingen av bildene mine ser riktig ut."En: "None of my pictures seem right."No: Luften var tykk av uro da en plutselig kald vind blåste gjennom ruinene, som om den ba dem om å snakke ut.En: The air was thick with anxiety when a sudden cold wind blew through the ruins, as if urging them to speak out.No: Sigrid tok et dypt pust.En: Sigrid took a deep breath.No: "Vi trenger hverandre," sa hun bestemt.En: "We need each other," she said firmly.No: "Vi kan ikke være på denne stien alene, og vi kan heller ikke ignorere hva vi føler."En: "We can't be on this path alone, and we cannot ignore what we feel."No: Hun møtte blikkene deres, en hver med sine egne usikkerheter.En: She met their gazes, each harboring their own insecurities.No: Da de nådde en smal kløft over steinete terreng, skjønte de at kartet ikke stemte.En: As they reached a narrow gorge over rocky terrain, they realized the map was inaccurate.No: Tiden var inne for å ta avgjørelser.En: The time had come to make decisions.No: "La oss lete etter en sikrere vei," sa Sigrid med fast stemme, og ledet dem til en sidevei som holdt dem unna faren nedenfor.En: "Let's find a safer path," Sigrid said with a determined voice, leading them to a side path that kept them away from the danger below.No: Sene ettermiddagsskygger truet dem med mørke, men sammen fant de veien ut av ruinene, hånden i hånden, med latter og lettelse.En: Late afternoon shadows threatened them with darkness, but together they found their way out of the ruins, hand in hand, with laughter and relief.No: I det de satte kursen tilbake gjennom den fargerike skogen, visste Sigrid at de hadde vunnet noe dyrebart.En: As they headed back through the colorful forest, Sigrid knew they had gained something precious.No: Ikke bare hadde de funnet veien ut av de eldgamle ruinene, men de hadde også funnet tilbake til hverandre.En: Not only had they found their way out of the ancient ruins, but they had also found their way back to each other.No: Sterkere sammen, med åpen kommunikasjon som båndet som holdt dem sammen, sto vennskapet deres nå som en pålitelig ruin – solid og bestandig mot tidens tann.En: Stronger together, with open communication as the bond that held them, their friendship now stood like a reliable ruin—solid and resistant to the ravages of time. Vocabulary Words:whispered: hvisketancient: eldgamleruins: ruineneexploration: utforskningfumbled: famletglanced: kastet et blikkuncertainty: usikkerhetenthusiasm: entusiasmeadmiration: beundringunpredictable: uberegnetslippery: glattcautiously: forsiktigstructures: strukturerconcern: bekymringstruggling: sliteranxiety: urogorge: kløftterrain: terrengdetermined: fastshadows: skyggerrelief: lettelseprecious: dyrbartresistant: bestandigravages: tidens tannstones: steinenedanger: farenarrow: smalcaptured: fangetbalancing: balanserecommunication: kommunikasjon

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Cobblestones to Kindred Spirits: A Budapest Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-07-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Váci utca zsúfolt volt.En: Váci Street was crowded.Hu: Az őszi szél végigsuhant a fák között, leveleket kergetve a macskaköves út mentén.En: The autumn wind swept through the trees, chasing leaves along the cobblestone path.Hu: Emberek tömegei áramlottak a színes sátrak között, ahol kézműves termékeket és helyi finomságokat árultak.En: Crowds of people flowed between the colorful tents where they sold handmade products and local delicacies.Hu: A zenészek hangszerükkel varázsoltak, hagyományos magyar dallamokat játszva.En: Musicians enchanted with their instruments, playing traditional Hungarian tunes.Hu: Díszes ruhákba öltözött táncosok lejtették vidám táncukat.En: Dancers dressed in ornate clothing performed their joyful dances.Hu: A levegő tele volt az ünnep lendületével és a levélhullás aranyszínével.En: The air was full of the festival's momentum and the golden hue of falling leaves.Hu: Ezen a napon Zoltán, egy csendes, gondolkodó művész, sodródott a forgatagban.En: On this day, Zoltán, a quiet, contemplative artist, drifted through the hustle and bustle.Hu: Belső világában keresett ihletet a következő projektjéhez.En: He was searching his inner world for inspiration for his next project.Hu: Túlságosan elmerült saját gondolataiban, mégis érezte, hogy valami hiányzik.En: Although deeply immersed in his own thoughts, he felt that something was missing.Hu: Nem csak egy új téma után kutatott, hanem valaki után, aki megérti őt és a művészetét.En: He was not only looking for a new theme but also for someone who understood him and his art.Hu: Nem messze tőle Eszter, a kalandvágyó fotós, éppen Budapest utcáit fedezte fel egy megbízás keretében.En: Not far from him was Eszter, an adventurous photographer, who was exploring the streets of Budapest as part of an assignment.Hu: Keresett valami különleges történetet, amit megörökíthet.En: She was looking for a special story to capture.Hu: Bár a munkája lekötötte, szíve mélyén vágyakozott valaki után, aki megérti szenvedélyét a történetmesélés iránt.En: Although her work kept her busy, deep in her heart she longed for someone who understood her passion for storytelling.Hu: Zoltán először habozott megközelíteni bárkit is.En: Zoltán hesitated at first to approach anyone.Hu: Introvertált természete nem könnyítette meg a dolgát.En: His introverted nature didn't make it easy for him.Hu: De valamilyen kósza gondolat megérintette.En: But some fleeting thought touched him.Hu: Ma valami másképp volt.En: Today something was different.Hu: Magához vette a skicceit, és megindult a tömegbe.En: He took his sketches and ventured into the crowd.Hu: Eszter éppen akkor kapta lencsevégre a táncosokat, amikor megpillantotta Zoltánt.En: Eszter had just captured the dancers when she spotted Zoltán.Hu: Ahogy őt figyelte, észrevette a fiú kezében tartott rajzokat.En: As she observed him, she noticed the drawings he held in his hand.Hu: Kíváncsiság kínozta, ezért odalépett hozzá.En: Curiosity piqued her, so she approached him.Hu: „Már rajzolsz, vagy most kezded?En: "Are you already drawing, or are you just starting?"Hu: ” – kérdezte mosolyogva.En: she asked with a smile.Hu: „Most csak vázlatolok” – válaszolta Zoltán halkan, de a szemében érdeklődés csillant.En: "I'm just sketching now," Zoltán replied softly, but with interest glinting in his eyes.Hu: Beszélgetésük lassan indult, de ahogy a nap lenyugodott és a fesztivál fényei kigyúltak, egyre mélyebbre merültek saját világukba.En: Their conversation started slowly, but as the sun set and the festival lights lit up, they delved deeper into their own worlds.Hu: Sok közös vonást fedeztek fel.En: They discovered many common traits.Hu: Az álmokról, művészetről és a jövőről szóló beszélgetések kinyitották kettejük szívét.En: Conversations about dreams, art, and the future opened both their hearts.Hu: A fesztivál fináléja alatt, amikor a zenészek utolsó dallama halkan elszállt, Eszter és Zoltán meghozták a döntést.En: During the festival's finale, when the musicians' last tunes gently faded away, Eszter and Zoltán made a decision.Hu: Bár Eszternek csak rövid idő állt rendelkezésére a városban, megígérték egymásnak, hogy kapcsolatot tartanak.En: Although Eszter only had a short time in the city, they promised to keep in touch.Hu: A város fényei alatt, ahogy az ünnepi fények lassan kialudtak, megegyeztek, hogy megpróbálják együtt felfedezni a jövőt.En: Under the city's lights, as the festive lights slowly dimmed, they agreed to try to explore the future together.Hu: Zoltán megtalálta az inspirációt, amire vágyott, amely nemcsak új műveinek ígéretét hozta magával, hanem egy ígéretes kapcsolatét is.En: Zoltán found the inspiration he longed for, which not only promised new creations but also a promising relationship.Hu: Eszter rájött, hogy a történetmesélés és a kapcsolatok szorosan összefonódnak, ezért úgy döntött, hogy még a legelfoglaltabb napokban is teret ad ennek az új kapcsolatnak.En: Eszter realized that storytelling and relationships are closely intertwined, so she decided to make room for this new relationship even during the busiest days.Hu: Az őszi levelek tovább hullottak, de Zoltán és Eszter új időszámítást kezdett.En: The autumn leaves continued to fall, but Zoltán and Eszter began a new chapter.Hu: Lelkeik aznap este, Váci utca forgatagában fonódtak össze.En: Their souls intertwined that evening in the bustling Váci Street. Vocabulary Words:cobblestone: macskakövesdelicacies: finomságokatenchanted: varázsoltakornate: díszesmomentum: lendületévelcontemplative: gondolkodóhustle and bustle: forgatagbanimmersed: elmerültintroverted: introvertáltfleeting: kószaventured: megindultpique: kínoztadelved: merültekfinale: fináléjafaded: elszálltpromise: ígéretétintertwined: összefonódnakhue: aranyszínévelassignment: megbízáscaptured: megörökíthetglinting: csillanttraits: vonástintertwine: fonódtakbusyness: elfoglaltabbchasing: kergetvesketches: skicceithesitated: habozottcuriosity: kíváncsiságinspiration: inspirációexplore: felfedezni

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Harvest of Hearts: Love Blooms at the Hardanger Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-05-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Epletrærne i Hardanger bugnet av frukt.En: The apple trees in Hardanger were laden with fruit.No: Farger i rødt og gull omgav hele området, og luften var klar med duften av modne epler og falne blader.En: Colors of red and gold surrounded the entire area, and the air was clear with the scent of ripe apples and fallen leaves.No: Fra avstand kunne man se fjorder og fjell som bakteppe til denne idylliske fruktgården.En: From a distance, one could see fjords and mountains as a backdrop to this idyllic fruit farm.No: Det var høst, tid for den årlige eplehøstfestivalen.En: It was autumn, time for the annual apple harvest festival.No: Lars, en lokal bonde, hadde alltid bodd i Hardanger.En: Lars, a local farmer, had always lived in Hardanger.No: Han elsket gården sin, men det var ensomt arbeid til tider.En: He loved his farm, but it was lonely work at times.No: Han håpet denne festivalen ville bringe noe nytt inn i livet hans.En: He hoped this festival would bring something new into his life.No: Kanskje noen han kunne dele det med.En: Perhaps someone he could share it with.No: Han var en stille mann, litt sjenert, men alltid vennlig.En: He was a quiet man, a little shy, but always friendly.No: Ingrid, en reiseskribent, ankom festen med nysgjerrighet.En: Ingrid, a travel writer, arrived at the festival with curiosity.No: Hun ville skrive om festivalens sjarm og lokal kultur.En: She wanted to write about the festival's charm and local culture.No: Hun ønsket å bygge ekte forbindelser, ikke bare samle opplysninger.En: She wanted to build genuine connections, not just gather information.No: Hun tittet rundt, imponert over den vakre hagen.En: She looked around, impressed by the beautiful orchard.No: Lars så Ingrid fra avstand.En: Lars saw Ingrid from a distance.No: Hun skilte seg ut med sitt oppslukte blikk.En: She stood out with her absorbed gaze.No: Han samlet mot, gikk bort til henne og tilbød en tur på gården.En: He gathered his courage, approached her, and offered a tour of the farm.No: Han fortalte om epletrærne og historien bak dem.En: He told her about the apple trees and the history behind them.No: Hun takket ja, glad for muligheten til å få en innsider inn i historien.En: She accepted, happy for the opportunity to get an insider's view for her story.No: Mens de vandret mellom trærne, delte Lars historier fra barndommen.En: As they wandered between the trees, Lars shared stories from his childhood.No: Den sterke lukten av epler fulgte dem, og himmelen begynte å farges i rosa og oransje nyanser.En: The strong scent of apples followed them, and the sky began to be colored in pink and orange hues.No: Solnedgangen var vakker, og Ingrid følte seg koblet til stedet og til Lars.En: The sunset was beautiful, and Ingrid felt connected to the place and to Lars.No: Under den gyldne himmelen, fortalte Lars om sin familie.En: Under the golden sky, Lars told about his family.No: Om deres kamp gjennom årene og den kjærligheten de hadde lagt i gården.En: About their struggles over the years and the love they had invested in the farm.No: Ingrid lyttet medfølende, rørt av hans åpenhet.En: Ingrid listened compassionately, touched by his openness.No: Hun delte også sine følelser, om sitt nomadiske liv og hennes lengsel etter et sted å kalle hjem.En: She also shared her feelings about her nomadic life and her longing for a place to call home.No: Den kvelden, mens månen steg opp over fjordene, forsto de begge noe viktig.En: That evening, as the moon rose over the fjords, they both understood something important.No: Lars følte seg mer selvsikker.En: Lars felt more confident.No: Ingrid følte seg knyttet til mer enn bare en historie for artikkelen sin.En: Ingrid felt connected to more than just a story for her article.No: På festivalens siste dag bestemte Ingrid seg for å forlenge oppholdet sitt.En: On the festival's last day, Ingrid decided to extend her stay.No: Hun kjente at hun hadde funnet noe spesielt i Hardanger.En: She felt she had found something special in Hardanger.No: Ikke bare et sted å skrive om, men et sted hun kunne høre til.En: Not just a place to write about, but a place she could belong to.No: Lars, med et nytt glimt av selvtillit, var glad for å ha noen å vise den første sommernatten i bergen.En: Lars, with a new glimmer of confidence, was glad to have someone to show the first summer night in the mountains.No: Sammen gikk de hånd i hånd under stjernene, et nytt eventyr i vente.En: Together they walked hand in hand under the stars, a new adventure awaiting.No: De visste at forbindelsen deres, som den rike jorden i Hardanger, hadde potensial til å vokse.En: They knew that their connection, like the rich soil in Hardanger, had the potential to grow.No: En fremtid lå foran dem, full av solfylte dager og modne epler.En: A future lay ahead of them, full of sunny days and ripe apples. Vocabulary Words:laden: bugnetidyllic: idylliskeharvest: høstannual: årligelonely: ensomtcuriosity: nysgjerrighetcharm: sjarmgenuine: ekteorchard: hageabsorbed: oppsluktegaze: blikkgathered: samletcourage: motaccepted: takletwandered: vandrethues: nyansercompassionately: medfølendenomadic: nomadiskelonging: lengselmoon: månenconfident: selvsikkerconnection: forbindelseextend: forlengeglimmer: glimtpotential: potensialadventure: eventyrsoil: jordenstruggles: kampinvested: lagtcompassion: medfølelse

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Home: Mikkel's Journey from Fields to Future Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-10-05-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Mikkel stod på gårdspladsen og kiggede ud over markerne.En: Mikkel stood in the courtyard and looked out over the fields.Da: De strakte sig så langt øjet kunne se, dækket af gyldne blade og store, runde græskar.En: They stretched as far as the eye could see, covered in golden leaves and large, round pumpkins.Da: Luften var klar og kølig, og himlen var en dyb blå farve, der skreg efterår.En: The air was clear and cool, and the sky was a deep blue color that screamed autumn.Da: Det var den tid på året igen.En: It was that time of year again.Da: Den tid, hvor gården forvandlede sig til et centrum for Halloween-fejringen.En: That time when the farm transformed into a hub for Halloween celebrations.Da: Mikkel havde været gartner på familiens græskargård hele sit liv.En: Mikkel had been a gardener on the family pumpkin farm his entire life.Da: Han kendte hver krog, hvert frø, der blev plantet, og hver græskar, der blev plukket.En: He knew every nook, every seed that was planted, and every pumpkin that was picked.Da: Men indeni, bar han på en længsel efter noget mere, noget anderledes.En: But inside, he carried a longing for something more, something different.Da: Han drømte om eventyr, et liv uden for gårdens rammer.En: He dreamed of adventure, a life beyond the farm's boundaries.Da: Men han vidste også, at hans familie regnede med ham.En: But he also knew that his family relied on him.Da: Det var en vanskelig beslutning.En: It was a difficult decision.Da: Freja, hans søster, kom hen til ham.En: Freja, his sister, came up to him.Da: "Mikkel, jeg ved, du har dine tvivl," sagde hun forstående.En: "Mikkel, I know you have your doubts," she said understandingly.Da: Hendes stemme var blød, men fast.En: Her voice was soft but firm.Da: "Men du elsker denne gård.En: "But you love this farm.Da: Du elsker fællesskabet, og jeg tror, du kan gøre en forskel her."En: You love the community, and I believe you can make a difference here."Da: Mikkel trak vejret dybt.En: Mikkel took a deep breath.Da: Emil, Mikkels barndomsven, dukkede op med en græskar i sine hænder og et smil på læben.En: Emil, Mikkel's childhood friend, appeared with a pumpkin in his hands and a smile on his face.Da: "Gutter, vi skal gøre dette til den bedste Halloween nogensinde!"En: "Guys, we're going to make this the best Halloween ever!"Da: råbte Emil ivrigt.En: shouted Emil eagerly.Da: Han havde altid været den entusiastiske af de tre, altid klar til at puste liv i deres planer.En: He had always been the enthusiastic one of the three, always ready to breathe life into their plans.Da: Dagene gik hurtigt, og Halloween nærmede sig.En: The days passed quickly, and Halloween approached.Da: Mikkel stod hver morgen ved siden af Freja i marken.En: Mikkel stood every morning next to Freja in the field.Da: Sammen planlagde de, organiserede og arbejdede hårdt for festivalen.En: Together they planned, organized, and worked hard for the festival.Da: Emil hjalp med dekorationerne og lovede et magisk show, der ville bringe folk fra nær og fjern.En: Emil helped with decorations and promised a magical show that would bring people from near and far.Da: Men tvivlen gnavede stadig i Mikkel.En: But doubt still gnawed at Mikkel.Da: Var dette det liv, han ville leve?En: Was this the life he wanted to live?Da: Skulle han flyve væk for at forfølge sine egne drømme, eller skulle han blive og fortsætte familiens traditioner?En: Should he fly away to pursue his own dreams, or should he stay and continue the family traditions?Da: Den store dag oprandt.En: The big day arrived.Da: Gården var fyldt med lyde af latter og snak fra folk, der nød maden og græskarlampelyset.En: The farm was filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter from people enjoying the food and pumpkin lanterns.Da: Emil's show var en succes, og Freja så på Mikkel med stolthed i blikket.En: Emil's show was a success, and Freja looked at Mikkel with pride in her eyes.Da: Mikkel stod midt i mængden og mærkede glæden og fællesskabet strømme igennem sig.En: Mikkel stood in the middle of the crowd and felt the joy and community flow through him.Da: Han indså, at han kunne finde sin egen vej her.En: He realized that he could find his own path here.Da: Ikke ved at forlade gården, men ved at tilføje hans egne ideer og drømme til traditionerne.En: Not by leaving the farm, but by adding his own ideas and dreams to the traditions.Da: Han tog Frejas hånd og Emil på skulderen, og de smilede til hinanden.En: He took Freja's hand and Emil on the shoulder, and they smiled at each other.Da: Mikkel vidste nu, at han havde truffet det rigtige valg.En: Mikkel now knew he had made the right choice.Da: Han kunne forene sin kærlighed til familiens arv med sine egne visioner.En: He could unite his love for the family's legacy with his own visions.Da: Gården var hans hjem.En: The farm was his home.Da: Festivalen sluttede, folk tog glade hjem, og Mikkel stod tilbage med følelsen af, at alt var, som det skulle være.En: The festival ended, people left happily, and Mikkel was left with the feeling that everything was as it should be.Da: Det var en begyndelse på noget nyt.En: It was the beginning of something new.Da: Mikkel var klar til at omfavne fremtiden med åbne arme, og Halloween-fejringen blev en tradition, hvor både fortid og fremtid mødtes i en harmonisk dans.En: Mikkel was ready to embrace the future with open arms, and the Halloween celebration became a tradition where both past and future met in a harmonious dance. Vocabulary Words:courtyard: gårdspladsenfields: markernestretched: straktegolden leaves: gyldne bladepumpkins: græskarclear: klardeep blue: dyb blåcelebrations: fejringengardener: gartnernook: kroglonging: længseladventure: eventyrboundaries: rammerrelied: regnededecision: beslutningunderstandingly: forståendeenthusiastic: entusiastiskegnawed: gnavedeembrace: omfavnetransform: forvandledeorganize: organiserededoubt: tvivlmagical: magiskchatter: snakrealize: indsåunite: forenelegacy: arvvision: visionerharmonious: harmoniskdance: dans

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blossoms & Brushes: A Serendipitous Tale of Art & Botany Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-01-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De laatste stralen van de herfstzon glipten door de bomen van de Keukenhof.En: The last rays of the autumn sun slipped through the trees of the Keukenhof.Nl: Het was een frisse, heldere dag.En: It was a crisp, clear day.Nl: De grond was bedekt met een tapijt van rood en oranje bladeren.En: The ground was covered with a carpet of red and orange leaves.Nl: De lucht rook naar natte aarde en ver weg hoorde je het zachte ritselen van bladeren.En: The air smelled of damp earth, and in the distance, one could hear the gentle rustling of leaves.Nl: Sven, een stille kunstenaar, zat op een houten bankje langs een kronkelend pad.En: Sven, a quiet artist, sat on a wooden bench along a winding path.Nl: Hij keek naar de bloemen en pakte zijn schetsboek.En: He gazed at the flowers and picked up his sketchbook.Nl: Elke bloem leek met zorg te zijn neergezet, elk blaadje perfect.En: Each flower seemed to be placed with care, each leaf perfect.Nl: In de tuin liep Anika, een jonge botanist.En: In the garden walked Anika, a young botanist.Nl: Haar ogen glinsterden als ze aan bloemen rook en aantekeningen maakte.En: Her eyes sparkled as she smelled the flowers and took notes.Nl: Anika was er niet alleen om onderzoek te doen.En: Anika wasn't just there for research.Nl: Ze hoopte iemand te vinden met wie ze over bloemen kon praten.En: She hoped to find someone with whom she could talk about flowers.Nl: Terwijl Sven schetste, staarde hij naar een zeldzame bloem.En: While Sven sketched, he stared at a rare flower.Nl: Het was de Amaryllis, met haar diepe rode kleur en sterke steel.En: It was the Amaryllis, with its deep red color and strong stem.Nl: Toen verscheen Anika.En: Then Anika appeared.Nl: “Prachtige Amaryllis, nietwaar?” vroeg ze opgewekt.En: “Beautiful Amaryllis, isn't it?” she asked cheerfully.Nl: Sven knikte schuchter.En: Sven nodded shyly.Nl: Hij was gewend alleen te zijn met zijn kunst.En: He was used to being alone with his art.Nl: Toch voelde hij een zekere nieuwsgierigheid naar Anika.En: Yet, he felt a certain curiosity toward Anika.Nl: Ze straalde enthousiasme uit.En: She exuded enthusiasm.Nl: Anika begon over de bloemen te vertellen.En: Anika began to talk about the flowers.Nl: Haar passie voor de planten werkte aanstekelijk.En: Her passion for plants was infectious.Nl: Sven vond zich al luisterend, zijn potlood hangend boven het papier.En: Sven found himself listening, his pencil hovering above the paper.Nl: Anika legde de zeldzaamheid en het belang van de Amaryllis uit.En: Anika explained the rarity and significance of the Amaryllis.Nl: Sven voelde iets ontwaken in zich.En: Sven felt something awaken within him.Nl: Hier was iemand die zijn natuurlijke stille liefde voor de natuur leek te begrijpen.En: Here was someone who seemed to understand his natural quiet love for nature.Nl: Toen Anika merkte dat Sven geïnteresseerd raakte, voelde ze hoop.En: When Anika noticed that Sven was becoming interested, she felt hopeful.Nl: Misschien had ze eindelijk iemand gevonden die haar passie begreep.En: Maybe she had finally found someone who understood her passion.Nl: Ze vroeg voorzichtig, “Zou je me je schetsen willen laten zien?” Sven aarzelde, maar besloot Anika zijn tekeningen te tonen.En: She asked cautiously, “Would you like to show me your sketches?” Sven hesitated but decided to show Anika his drawings.Nl: Ze bewonderde zijn werk oprechte belangstelling.En: She admired his work with genuine interest.Nl: "Deze kleuren zijn perfect!En: "These colors are perfect!"Nl: ", zei ze.En: she said.Nl: Sven bloosde, maar voelde trots.En: Sven blushed but felt proud.Nl: Hun gesprek gleed moeiteloos van bloemen naar kunst.En: Their conversation smoothly flowed from flowers to art.Nl: Langzaam maar zeker ontstond er een band.En: Slowly but surely, a bond formed.Nl: Anika deelde haar situatie met planten-studies en Sven zijn zoektocht naar inspiratie.En: Anika shared her situation with plant studies, and Sven his quest for inspiration.Nl: Tegen het einde van de middag wisselden ze telefoonnummers uit.En: By the end of the afternoon, they exchanged phone numbers.Nl: De zon begon te zakken achter de horizon toen Sven en Anika afscheid namen.En: The sun began to set behind the horizon as Sven and Anika said goodbye.Nl: Ze hadden ideeën over samenwerking en misschien wel meer.En: They had ideas about collaboration and perhaps more.Nl: Terwijl hij wegliep, voelde Sven een nieuwe inspiratie tot leven komen.En: As he walked away, Sven felt a new inspiration come to life.Nl: Niet alleen voor zijn kunst, maar ook voor een nieuw soort verbinding.En: Not only for his art but also for a new kind of connection.Nl: Anika voelde hetzelfde en liep met een glimlach naar de volgende bloemenperkje.En: Anika felt the same and walked with a smile to the next flower bed.Nl: Zo begon een nieuw hoofdstuk voor hen beiden, waar kunst en wetenschap samenkwamen in een kleurrijke herfsttuin.En: And so began a new chapter for both of them, where art and science came together in a colorful autumn garden. Vocabulary Words:rays: stralencrisp: frissecarpet: tapijtdamp: natterustling: ritselenwinding: kronkelendgazed: keekrare: zeldzamesketchbook: schetsboekexuded: straaldeinfectious: aanstekelijkawaken: ontwakenhesitated: aarzeldegenuine: oprechteblushed: bloosdesmoothly: moeiteloosbond: bandcollaboration: samenwerkinginspiration: inspiratieconnection: verbindingsparkled: glinsterdensignificance: belangenthusiasm: enthousiasmehovering: hangendadmired: bewonderdeflowed: gleedquest: zoektochthorizon: horizonbed: bloemenperkjechapter: hoofdstuk

Fluent Fiction - French: Rediscovering Family Bonds in the Heart of Paris Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-10-01-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Les feuilles d'automne dansaient doucement autour d'Élise alors qu'elle traversait les Jardins du Luxembourg.En: The autumn leaves danced gently around Élise as she walked through the Jardins du Luxembourg.Fr: Le vent frais caressait son visage, rappelant des souvenirs d'enfance.En: The crisp wind caressed her face, reminding her of childhood memories.Fr: Elle serrait son manteau autour d'elle, observant les promenades familières, pourtant si différentes après tant d'années loin de Paris.En: She wrapped her coat around herself, observing the familiar paths, yet so different after being away from Paris for so many years.Fr: Sa mère, Camille, avait choisi cet endroit pour leur pique-nique.En: Her mother, Camille, had chosen this place for their picnic.Fr: Elle espérait que cet espace calme et accueillant aiderait Élise à retrouver des racines familières.En: She hoped this calm and welcoming space would help Élise rediscover familiar roots.Fr: Camille avait étalé une couverture près de la fontaine, ses yeux pétillants d'anticipation.En: Camille had spread a blanket near the fountain, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.Fr: Non loin de là, Thibaut jonglait maladroitement avec quelques pommes, un sourire amusé sur le visage.En: Not far away, Thibaut was clumsily juggling a few apples, an amused smile on his face.Fr: En voyant Élise s'approcher, Camille l'accueillit avec une étreinte chaleureuse.En: Seeing Élise approach, Camille greeted her with a warm embrace.Fr: "Je suis tellement heureuse que tu sois de retour, ma chérie," dit-elle en disposant les sandwiches et le fromage sur la nappe.En: "I am so happy you're back, my dear," she said, arranging the sandwiches and cheese on the cloth.Fr: Thibaut offrit à sa sœur une pomme avec un clin d'œil espiègle.En: Thibaut offered his sister an apple with a mischievous wink.Fr: "Bon retour parmi nous, Élise," plaisanta-t-il, cachant derrière ses mots une pointe de nostalgie.En: "Welcome back among us, Élise," he joked, hiding behind his words a hint of nostalgia.Fr: Élise sourit timidement, reconnaissant dans les gestes de Thibaut l'adolescent qu'elle avait quitté jadis, mais aussi l'homme qu'il devenait.En: Élise smiled shyly, recognizing in Thibaut's gestures the teenager she had left behind, but also the man he was becoming.Fr: Ils s'installèrent côte à côte, le bruissement des feuilles et le murmure des fontaines berçant doucement la conversation.En: They settled next to each other, the rustle of leaves and the murmur of fountains gently cradling the conversation.Fr: Camille encouragea la discussion, posant des questions sur la vie d'Élise à l'étranger, sa carrière et ses découvertes.En: Camille encouraged the discussion, asking questions about Élise's life abroad, her career, and her discoveries.Fr: Élise, qui se sentait souvent comme une étrangère lors de ses visites, hésitait au début.En: Élise, who often felt like a stranger during her visits, hesitated at first.Fr: Mais elle trouvait peu à peu ses mots, racontant des anecdotes sur ses voyages et parlant avec tendresse des petits bonheurs qu'elle avait vécus.En: But she gradually found her words, sharing anecdotes about her travels and speaking fondly of the little joys she had experienced.Fr: "Je t'entends parler, et ça me fascine, Élise," avoua finalement Thibaut.En: "I hear you talking, and it fascinates me, Élise," Thibaut finally admitted.Fr: "Mais souvent, je n'ai pas l'impression de vraiment te connaître."En: "But often, I don't feel like I really know you."Fr: Élise le regarda, touchée par sa sincérité.En: Élise looked at him, touched by his sincerity.Fr: Elle réalisa que Thibaut avait grandi en son absence, forgeant sa propre histoire.En: She realized that Thibaut had grown in her absence, forging his own story.Fr: Camille, sentant le moment propice, prétexta une promenade jusqu'à la fontaine, laissant ses enfants à un dialogue plus profond.En: Sensing the moment was right, Camille excused herself for a walk to the fountain, leaving her children to a deeper dialogue.Fr: Élise prit une profonde inspiration, décidant d'abattre les murs invisibles qu'elle percevait entre elle et Thibaut.En: Élise took a deep breath, deciding to break down the invisible walls she perceived between her and Thibaut.Fr: "Tu sais, partir n'a pas été facile," commença-t-elle.En: "You know, leaving wasn't easy," she began.Fr: "J'ai toujours eu peur de perdre le lien entre nous."En: "I've always been afraid of losing the connection between us."Fr: Thibaut hocha la tête, et sous les arbres jaunissants, un échange chargé d'émotions se déroula.En: Thibaut nodded, and under the yellowing trees, a conversation charged with emotions unfolded.Fr: Élise écouta attentivement Thibaut partager ses ambitions, ses inquiétudes à l'université, et son désir d'une relation plus proche avec elle.En: Élise listened carefully as Thibaut shared his ambitions, his concerns at university, and his desire for a closer relationship with her.Fr: C'était un moment de lâcher-prise, d'acceptation, de connexion.En: It was a moment of letting go, acceptance, and connection.Fr: Lorsque Camille revint, elle trouva ses enfants plus proches que jamais.En: When Camille returned, she found her children closer than ever.Fr: Ils riaient, échangeaient des souvenirs, et paraissaient plus unis.En: They laughed, shared memories, and seemed more united.Fr: "C'était un bon pique-nique," pensa Camille en souriant, rassurée de voir sa famille enfin réconciliée.En: "It was a good picnic," Camille thought with a smile, reassured to see her family finally reconciled.Fr: Élise se sentait plus légère, le poids de la distance disparaissait peu à peu.En: Élise felt lighter, the weight of the distance gradually disappearing.Fr: Elle comprit que bien que les voyages l'aient éloignée physiquement, rien ne pourrait jamais rompre les liens familiaux.En: She understood that although the travels had physically distanced her, nothing could ever break the family ties.Fr: Le retour à Paris était imprégné de renouement et de chaleur.En: Returning to Paris was imbued with renewal and warmth.Fr: Les lumières du crépuscule teintaient les jardins d'une lueur dorée alors qu'Élise, Thibaut et Camille quittaient le parc, le cœur empli d'espoir et de réconfort.En: The twilight lights painted the gardens with a golden glow as Élise, Thibaut, and Camille left the park, their hearts filled with hope and comfort. Vocabulary Words:autumn: l'automneleaf: la feuillewind: le ventface: le visageblanket: la couverturefountain: la fontaineapple: la pommesmile: le souriregesture: le gesterustle: le bruissementmurmur: le murmurecareer: la carrièreanecdote: l'anecdotenostalgia: la nostalgiesincerity: la sincéritéconnection: la connexionambition: l'ambitionconcern: l'inquiétuderelationship: la relationdialogue: le dialogueemotion: l'émotionacceptance: l'acceptationcomfort: le réconforttwilight: le crépusculelight: la lumièregarden: le jardinhope: l'espoirjoy: le bonheurpicnic: le pique-niquedistance: la distance

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: From Chaos to Triumph: Solving the Code Crisis in Amsterdam Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-30-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de vroege ochtend hing er een koekjeslucht in de lucht van Amsterdam.En: In the early morning, the scent of cookies wafted through the air of Amsterdam.Nl: Een frisse bries speelde met de herfstbladeren die zachtjes neerdaalden langs de grachten.En: A fresh breeze played with the autumn leaves that gently floated down along the canals.Nl: Binnen in het startup incubator, dat uitkeek over diezelfde rustige grachten, heerste spanning in de lucht.En: Inside the startup incubator, which overlooked those same tranquil canals, there was tension in the air.Nl: Jeroen zat voor zijn scherm.En: Jeroen sat before his screen.Nl: Zijn vingers raasden over het toetsenbord, maar zijn voorhoofd was bedekt met zweet.En: His fingers raced across the keyboard, but his forehead was covered with sweat.Nl: "Wat als ik het niet kan oplossen?"En: "What if I can't solve it?"Nl: dacht hij bij zichzelf.En: he thought to himself.Nl: De deadline naderde snel en hij voelde de druk van de aankomende productlancering.En: The deadline was quickly approaching, and he felt the pressure of the upcoming product launch.Nl: Een bug, zo kritisch als een lek in een dam, bedreigde hun werk.En: A bug, as critical as a leak in a dam, threatened their work.Nl: Annelies wandelde door het kantoor.En: Annelies strolled through the office.Nl: Haar koele blik nam alles in zich op.En: Her cool gaze took everything in.Nl: Ze wist hoe belangrijk deze lancering was, niet alleen voor het bedrijf maar voor het hele team.En: She knew how important this launch was, not only for the company but for the entire team.Nl: "Hoe gaat het, Jeroen?"En: "How's it going, Jeroen?"Nl: vroeg ze terwijl ze naast hem kwam staan.En: she asked as she stood beside him.Nl: "Niet goed," antwoordde Jeroen, zijn stem beefde een beetje.En: "Not good," Jeroen replied, his voice trembling slightly.Nl: "Ik maak steeds fouten.En: "I keep making mistakes.Nl: We hebben nog maar weinig tijd."En: We don't have much time left."Nl: Annelies knikte begripvol.En: Annelies nodded understandingly.Nl: Ze kende de druk, maar wist ook dat zonder kalmte ze het nooit zouden redden.En: She knew the pressure, but also knew that without calm, they would never make it.Nl: "We werken samen," stelde ze voor, "laten we een oplossing vinden."En: "Let's work together," she suggested, "let's find a solution."Nl: Jeroen aarzelde.En: Jeroen hesitated.Nl: Zijn trots zei dat hij het alleen moest doen, maar zijn verstand vertelde iets anders.En: His pride told him he had to do it alone, but his reason said otherwise.Nl: "Oké," zei hij uiteindelijk, zijn ogen omhoog naar haar opkijkend.En: "Okay," he finally said, looking up at her.Nl: "Ik heb hulp nodig."En: "I need help."Nl: Ze begonnen methodisch te brainstormen.En: They began to brainstorm methodically.Nl: Annelies hielp de chaos in zijn hoofd te ordenen.En: Annelies helped to organize the chaos in his mind.Nl: Uren vlogen voorbij.En: Hours flew by.Nl: Buiten viel de regen zachtjes neer, maar binnen groeide hoop.En: Outside, the rain fell softly, but inside, hope was growing.Nl: Het team verzamelde zich rond hen, ieder met een kleine bijdrage aan het grote probleem.En: The team gathered around them, each with a small contribution to the large problem.Nl: Net toen het avondlicht begon te vervagen, vonden ze de oplossing.En: Just as the evening light began to fade, they found the solution.Nl: De code was eindelijk vrij van fouten.En: The code was finally free of errors.Nl: Jeroen ademde opgelucht uit.En: Jeroen breathed a sigh of relief.Nl: Het gevoel van succes vulde de ruimte, als een warme bries na een storm.En: The feeling of success filled the room, like a warm breeze after a storm.Nl: De lancering ging zonder verdere problemen van start.En: The launch went off without further problems.Nl: Applaus vulde het incubator en een trots gevoel verbond iedereen aanwezig.En: Applause filled the incubator and a sense of pride connected everyone present.Nl: Jeroen voelde zich niet alleen erkend, maar ook verbonden.En: Jeroen felt not only acknowledged but also connected.Nl: Samenwerken was de sleutel geweest.En: Collaboration had been the key.Nl: Annelies lachte naar Jeroen.En: Annelies smiled at Jeroen.Nl: "Goed werk," zei ze, "we hebben het gered."En: "Good work," she said, "we made it."Nl: Ze wist nu dat ze op haar team kon vertrouwen.En: She now knew she could trust her team.Nl: In dat moment waren de grachten niet alleen stille getuigen, maar deel van een groter, triomfantelijk verhaal.En: In that moment, the canals were not just silent witnesses, but part of a larger, triumphant story.Nl: De les was duidelijk: soms is het belangrijkste niet hoe snel je werkt, maar met wie je werkt.En: The lesson was clear: sometimes the most important thing is not how fast you work, but who you work with.Nl: En met die gedachte sloten ze de dag af, klaar voor wat er komen zou.En: And with that thought, they closed the day, ready for whatever was to come. Vocabulary Words:incubator: incubatorscent: koekjesluchtwafted: hingbreeze: briestranquil: rustigetension: spanningforehead: voorhoofdapproaching: naderdeupcoming: aankomendecritical: kritischtrembling: beefdecalm: kalmtehesitated: aarzeldepride: trotsreason: verstandbrainstorm: brainstormenmethodically: methodischchaos: chaosfaded: vervagenrelief: opgeluchttriumphant: triomfantelijkacknowledged: erkendconnected: verbondencollaboration: samenwerkenwitnesses: getuigencontribution: bijdrageoverlooked: uitkeekredeemed: geredaccomplished: volbrachtteamwork: inspanningen

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Discovering Viking Legends on the Flåmsbanen Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-09-29-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Flåmsbanen suste gjennom det vakre norske landskapet.En: The Flåmsbanen raced through the beautiful Norwegian landscape.No: Ina og Mikkel satt ved vinduet, med blikket festet på de høye fjellene dekket av oransje og gule blader.En: Ina and Mikkel sat by the window, their eyes fixed on the tall mountains covered with orange and yellow leaves.No: Det var første gang de skulle besøke familiens gamle hjem.En: It was their first time visiting the family's old home.No: Ina pustet dypt, prøvde å føle en forbindelse med fortiden.En: Ina breathed deeply, trying to feel a connection with the past.No: Hun elsket historiene bestemor fortalte, men hadde alltid vært skeptisk.En: She loved the stories her grandmother told, but had always been skeptical.No: "Kanskje det bare er gamle skrøner," sa hun halvhøyt.En: "Maybe it's just old folk tales," she said half aloud.No: Mikkel smilte svakt.En: Mikkel smiled faintly.No: "Men tenk hvis det er sant.En: "But imagine if it's true.No: Tenk å finne noe som beviser historiene," svarte han drømmende.En: Imagine finding something that proves the stories," he replied dreamily.No: Hans øyne skinte av håp.En: His eyes shone with hope.No: Toget rumlet så komfortabelt videre.En: The train rumbled on so comfortably.No: De passerte brusende fosser og svingte gjennom dype daler.En: They passed roaring waterfalls and curved through deep valleys.No: Men så stoppet toget plutselig.En: But then the train suddenly stopped.No: Conductor annonserte at det var tekniske problemer.En: The conductor announced that there were technical problems.No: Det ville bli en forsinkelse.En: There would be a delay.No: Mikkel sukket, mens Ina sjekket klokken utålmodig.En: Mikkel sighed, while Ina checked the time impatiently.No: "Er dette et tegn?En: "Is this a sign?"No: " spurte Ina skeptisk.En: Ina asked skeptically.No: "Kanskje vi burde droppe dette.En: "Maybe we should drop this."No: ""Nei, vi må ikke gi opp.En: "No, we mustn't give up.No: Ikke når vi er så nære," Mikkel insisterte.En: Not when we're so close," Mikkel insisted.No: En eldre dame på setet ved siden av dem smilte vennlig.En: An older lady in the seat next to them smiled kindly.No: "Jeg reiser ofte denne veien," sa hun.En: "I travel this way often," she said.No: "Har dere hørt om den gamle steinbroen like ved der deres familie hus bodde?En: "Have you heard about the old stone bridge near where your family's house was?No: Folk sier den stammer fra vikingtiden.En: People say it dates back to the Viking era."No: "Ina og Mikkel så på hverandre med overraskelse.En: Ina and Mikkel looked at each other in surprise.No: Gamle historier sprakk frem fra minnene.En: Old stories burst forth from their memories.No: Var dette broen bestemor snakket om?En: Was this the bridge their grandmother talked about?No: Etter en stund begynte toget å bevege seg igjen.En: After a while, the train began to move again.No: Følelsen av spenning spredte seg i vognen.En: A feeling of excitement spread through the carriage.No: Idet de nærmet seg destinasjonen, begynte tåke å legge seg over fjellene, som et teppe av mystikk.En: As they approached their destination, mist began to settle over the mountains, like a blanket of mystique.No: Endelig stoppet de ved Flåm.En: Finally, they stopped at Flåm.No: Søsknene gikk ned mot den beskrevne broen.En: The siblings walked down to the described bridge.No: Der, under løvverkets fargerike dekke, fant de den.En: There, under the colorful canopy of leaves, they found it.No: En gammel stein, med inskripsjoner de knapt kunne tyde.En: An old stone, with inscriptions they could hardly decipher.No: Mikkel kjente en varm følelse av tilknytning.En: Mikkel felt a warm sense of connection.No: "Se, Ina," sa han stolt.En: "Look, Ina," he said proudly.No: "Her er noe ekte.En: "Here is something real."No: "Ina bøyde seg, strøk fingrene over de grove steinene.En: Ina bent down, ran her fingers over the rough stones.No: Hun smilte, ikke lenger skeptisk.En: She smiled, no longer skeptical.No: "Kanskje det er mer i historiene enn jeg trodde.En: "Maybe there's more to the stories than I thought."No: "Sammen sto de der, hånd i hånd.En: Together they stood there, hand in hand.No: Mikkel følte seg nærmere familien, mens Ina så verdien i følelsesmessig tilknytning.En: Mikkel felt closer to the family, while Ina saw the value in emotional connection.No: På toget tilbake, delte de stillheten, begge tilfredse med reisen de hadde foretatt, både geografisk og emosjonelt.En: On the train back, they shared the silence, both satisfied with the journey they had undertaken, both geographically and emotionally.No: De hadde funnet en balansegang, hvor begge kunne hedre fortiden på deres egne måter.En: They had found a balance, where both could honor the past in their own ways.No: Dette var deres nye historie.En: This was their new story. Vocabulary Words:landscape: landskapfixed: festetbreathed: pustetskeptical: skeptiskfaintly: svaktroaring: brusendewaterfalls: fosserdelay: forsinkelseimpatiently: utålmodiginsisted: insistertekindly: vennligsmiled: smiltesurprise: overraskelsememories: minnenerumble: rumletexcitement: spenningmist: tåkeblanket: teppemystique: mystikkdestination: destinasjoncanopy: dekkeinscriptions: innskrifterdecipher: tydeconnection: tilknytningproudly: stoltemotional: følelsesmessigbalance: balansegangundertaken: foretattgeographically: geografiskhonor: hedre

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Winning Hearts: A Day at København's Tivoli Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-09-28-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kølig efterårsdag i København, og Tivoli Gardens summede af liv og farver.En: It was a cool autumn day in København, and Tivoli Gardens buzzed with life and colors.Da: Blade fra træerne faldt blidt til jorden, og der var allerede julelys, der lyste op i skumringen.En: Leaves from the trees gently fell to the ground, and there were already Christmas lights lighting up the twilight.Da: Mikkel og Astrid gik hånd i hånd, mens de nød den friske efterårsluft og duften af kandiserede æbler.En: Mikkel and Astrid walked hand in hand, enjoying the fresh autumn air and the scent of candied apples.Da: Mikkel var overbevist.En: Mikkel was convinced.Da: Han havde en plan.En: He had a plan.Da: I dag ville han vinde en kæmpe bamse til Astrid i en af de mange spilleboder.En: Today, he would win a giant teddy bear for Astrid at one of the many game booths.Da: "Bare vent," sagde han med et smil, "Jeg skal nok klare det!"En: "Just wait," he said with a smile, "I'll make it happen!"Da: Astrid lo og nikkede.En: Astrid laughed and nodded.Da: Hun elskede Mikkels entusiasme.En: She loved Mikkel's enthusiasm.Da: De nærmede sig en bod med det berømte kastespil.En: They approached a booth with the famous tossing game.Da: "Kast fire bolde i spanden og vind en kæmpe bamse!"En: "Throw four balls in the bucket and win a giant teddy bear!"Da: stod der på skiltet.En: the sign read.Da: Mikkel betalte og fik fire bolde.En: Mikkel paid and got four balls.Da: "Se nu her," sagde han med stor selvtillid.En: "Watch this," he said with great confidence.Da: Den første bold ramte kanten og faldt ved siden af.En: The first ball hit the edge and fell to the side.Da: 'Bumpedepump!'En: 'Bumpedepump!'Da: den næste bold fløj helt forbi.En: the next ball flew completely past.Da: "Ups," grinte Mikkel nervøst.En: "Oops," Mikkel laughed nervously.Da: Den tredje bold trillede flittigt, men endte skævt.En: The third ball rolled diligently but ended up askew.Da: Det var det.En: That was it.Da: Nu var der kun én bold tilbage.En: Now there was only one ball left.Da: Mikkel fokuserede og kastede - og bolden dansede rundt i spanden, men hoppede ud igen.En: Mikkel focused and threw - and the ball danced around in the bucket but bounced out again.Da: Mikkel slog en sjov grimasse.En: Mikkel made a funny face.Da: Astrid klappede i hænderne.En: Astrid clapped her hands.Da: "Du er fantastisk!En: "You're amazing!Da: Prøv igen," opmuntrede hun.En: Try again," she encouraged.Da: Mikkel trak vejret dybt og besluttede at prøve en ny spilbod.En: Mikkel took a deep breath and decided to try a new game booth.Da: Her skulle man skyde små dåser med en luftbøsse.En: Here, you had to shoot small cans with an air rifle.Da: Dette måtte være nemmere, tænkte han.En: This had to be easier, he thought.Da: Han tog sigte, men hver gang gik skuddene forbi eller strejfede dåserne, så de snurrede uden at falde.En: He took aim, but each time the shots missed or grazed the cans, causing them to spin without falling.Da: 'Tak tak tak!'En: 'Tak tak tak!'Da: lød det fra de små metalrammer, når de blev ramt, men ikke faldt.En: came from the small metal frames when they were hit but didn't fall.Da: Efter flere forsøg sad han tilbage med en lille, uanselig præmie.En: After several attempts, he was left with a small, insignificant prize.Da: En nøglering, formet som en miniscule teddybjørn.En: A keychain shaped like a minuscule teddy bear.Da: Ikke helt det han havde forestillet sig.En: Not quite what he had imagined.Da: Han vendte sig mod Astrid og rakte den til hende med et skævt smil.En: He turned to Astrid and handed it to her with a crooked smile.Da: "Den er godt nok lille, men jeg synes du fortjener den," sagde han.En: "It's really small, but I think you deserve it," he said.Da: Astrid kiggede på nøgleringen og smilte stort.En: Astrid looked at the keychain and smiled broadly.Da: "Den er perfekt, Mikkel.En: "It's perfect, Mikkel.Da: Den betyder mere end du tror," sagde hun og grinede.En: It means more than you think," she said and laughed.Da: "Det er ikke størrelsen på bjørnen, det er tanken bag," fortsatte hun og blinkede kærligt.En: "It's not the size of the bear, it's the thought behind it," she continued and winked affectionately.Da: Mikkel rødmede lidt, men blev glad for hendes ord.En: Mikkel blushed a little but was happy with her words.Da: De fortsatte derefter hånd i hånd, mens de nød resten af aftenen i Tivoli.En: They then continued hand in hand, enjoying the rest of the evening in Tivoli.Da: De smagte på varme churros, prøvede flere sjove attraktioner, og lo af de mange festlige indslag omkring dem.En: They tasted warm churros, tried several fun attractions, and laughed at the many festive happenings around them.Da: Mikkel erkendte, at det vigtigste for Astrid var hans indsats og selskab.En: Mikkel realized that the most important thing for Astrid was his effort and company.Da: Da de forlod Tivoli Gardens, mærkede Mikkel varmen i Astrids hånd.En: As they left Tivoli Gardens, Mikkel felt the warmth in Astrid's hand.Da: "Det har været en fantastisk dag," sagde han.En: "It's been a fantastic day," he said.Da: "Ja," svarede Astrid med et smil, "Det har det virkelig.En: "Yes," Astrid replied with a smile, "It really has.Da: Jeg elsker sådan en sjov dag med dig."En: I love such a fun day with you."Da: Og således sluttede dagen, hvor Mikkel fandt ud af, at det ikke altid er sejrene der tæller, men de dyrebare øjeblikke man deler med dem man holder af.En: And thus ended the day, where Mikkel found out that it's not always the wins that count, but the precious moments shared with those you love. Vocabulary Words:cool: køligautumn: efterårbuzzed: summedegentle: blidttwilight: skumringenconvinced: overbevistconfident: selvtillidnerve: nervøsdiligently: flittigtaskew: skævtencourage: opmuntrederifle: luftbøsseinsignificant: uanseligkeychain: nøgleringminuscule: minisculeimagined: forestilletbroadly: stortwinked: blinkedeblushed: rødmederealized: erkendteeffort: indsatscompany: selskabfantastic: fantastiskprecious: dyrebareshared: delertasted: smagtechurros: churrosattractions: attraktionerfestive: festligehappenings: indslag

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Healing Through Laughter: A Sibling's Journey at Blijdorp Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-26-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De bladeren vielen zachtjes langs de wegen van Diergaarde Blijdorp.En: The leaves fell gently along the paths of Diergaarde Blijdorp.Nl: De herfst had het park in een warme deken van oranje en rood gehuld.En: Autumn had wrapped the park in a warm blanket of orange and red.Nl: Maarten en Anouk liepen samen, iets dat ze niet vaak deden.En: Maarten and Anouk walked together, something they didn't do often.Nl: De dood van hun moeder had hen anders gemaakt.En: The death of their mother had changed them.Nl: Stilte hing tussen hen in.En: Silence lingered between them.Nl: Maarten keek naar Anouk.En: Maarten looked at Anouk.Nl: Hij wilde dat ze dichterbij kwamen.En: He wanted them to grow closer.Nl: Meer als vroeger.En: More like before.Nl: Anouk was nog altijd de grappenmaker.En: Anouk was still the jokester.Nl: Ze lachte vaak, maar hij wist dat het een masker was.En: She laughed often, but he knew it was a mask.Nl: Hij voelde zich verantwoordelijk.En: He felt responsible.Nl: Hij wilde de familie bij elkaar houden.En: He wanted to keep the family together.Nl: Ze stonden stil bij de apenkooi.En: They paused by the monkey enclosure.Nl: "Kijk die, net als Bart van school," lachte Anouk.En: "Look at that one, just like Bart from school," laughed Anouk.Nl: Maarten glimlachte flauw.En: Maarten smiled faintly.Nl: De dierentuin was druk.En: The zoo was busy.Nl: Overal waren gezinnen en lachende kinderen.En: Everywhere there were families and laughing children.Nl: Hun stemmen maakten praten moeilijk.En: Their voices made talking difficult.Nl: Verder liepen ze langs de pinguïns en de krokodillen.En: They continued walking past the penguins and the crocodiles.Nl: Maarten dacht na.En: Maarten thought.Nl: Hij moest meer doen dan lachen en knikken.En: He needed to do more than just laugh and nod.Nl: Hij wilde Anouk echt bereiken.En: He wanted to truly reach Anouk.Nl: Bij de olifanten hief hij z'n hoofd.En: By the elephants, he lifted his head.Nl: "Anouk, ik... ik mis mama ook," begon hij.En: "Anouk, I... I miss mom too," he began.Nl: Zijn stem trilde.En: His voice trembled.Nl: Anouk stopte met lachen.En: Anouk stopped laughing.Nl: Ze keek naar de grote olifanten met hun zwaaiende slurven.En: She looked at the large elephants with their swinging trunks.Nl: "Ik ook, Maarten," gaf ze zacht toe.En: "I do too, Maarten," she quietly admitted.Nl: "Meer dan je denkt."En: "More than you think."Nl: Ze stonden stil, kijkend naar de wijsheid van de olifanten.En: They stood still, watching the wisdom of the elephants.Nl: Maarten ademde diep.En: Maarten took a deep breath.Nl: "Ik wil niet dat we uit elkaar groeien," zei hij.En: "I don't want us to grow apart," he said.Nl: "Niet nu."En: "Not now."Nl: Anouk veegde een traan weg.En: Anouk wiped away a tear.Nl: "Ik dacht dat ik sterk moest zijn," zei ze.En: "I thought I had to be strong," she said.Nl: "Grappen maken helpt.En: "Joking helps.Nl: Maar... soms wil ik gewoon huilen."En: But... sometimes I just want to cry."Nl: Daar, omringd door de geluiden van snuivende olifanten en de geur van natte aarde, deelden ze hun verdriet.En: There, surrounded by the sounds of snorting elephants and the smell of wet earth, they shared their grief.Nl: De band die ze bijna verloren hadden, werd sterker.En: The bond they had almost lost grew stronger.Nl: Hun moeder zou trots zijn geweest.En: Their mother would have been proud.Nl: Toen de lucht begon te verkleuren, verlaten ze de dierentuin.En: As the sky began to change color, they left the zoo.Nl: Warme herinneringen in hun hart en een belofte op hun lippen.En: Warm memories in their hearts and a promise on their lips.Nl: "We moeten dit elk jaar doen," zei Anouk.En: "We should do this every year," Anouk said.Nl: Maarten knikte.En: Maarten nodded.Nl: "Om te herinneren en samen te zijn."En: "To remember and be together."Nl: De herfstwind blies om hen heen, maar hun harten waren warm, gevuld met een nieuw begin.En: The autumn wind blew around them, but their hearts were warm, filled with a new beginning.Nl: Samen, sterker en meer verbonden, verlieten ze de dierentuin.En: Together, stronger and more connected, they left the zoo. Vocabulary Words:gently: zachtjeswrapped: gehuldblanket: dekenlinger: hangenjokester: grappenmakerenclosure: apenkooifaintly: flauwtrembled: trildeadmitted: gaf toeswung: zwaaiendebreath: ademapart: uit elkaarwipe: veegdetear: traanbond: bandsnorting: snuivendegrief: verdrietproud: trotsmemories: herinneringenpromise: beloftewarm: warmconnected: verbondenpaths: wegenautumn: herfstresponsible: verantwoordelijkbusy: drukfamilies: gezinnenlaughter: lachenwisdom: wijsheidsmell: geur

Fluent Fiction - French: Risk and Reward: Montmartre's Artistic Gamble Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-09-26-07-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil du matin illumine les ruelles pavées de Montmartre.En: The morning sun illuminates the cobbled streets of Montmartre.Fr: L'air est frais, les feuilles dorées tapissent le sol.En: The air is fresh, and golden leaves carpet the ground.Fr: Dans une petite galerie nichée au cœur de ce quartier artistique, Bastien et Éloise sont plongés dans les préparatifs de leur exposition.En: In a small gallery nestled in the heart of this artistic neighborhood, Bastien and Éloise are immersed in the preparations for their exhibition.Fr: Bastien est un jeune artiste passionné.En: Bastien is a passionate young artist.Fr: Ses œuvres sont uniques, pleines de couleurs vives et de formes audacieuses.En: His works are unique, full of vibrant colors and bold shapes.Fr: Mais, il a du mal à se faire connaître.En: However, he struggles to gain recognition.Fr: Éloise, la pragmatique conservatrice de la galerie, comprend l'importance de vendre des œuvres qui plaisent au grand public.En: Éloise, the pragmatic gallery curator, understands the importance of selling works that appeal to the broad public.Fr: Elle sait qu'une exposition réussie doit rapporter des bénéfices.En: She knows that a successful exhibition must generate profits.Fr: Ils discutent dans la galerie, entourés de toiles posées contre les murs.En: They are discussing in the gallery, surrounded by canvases leaning against the walls.Fr: "Tes œuvres sont magnifiques, Bastien, mais elles sont audacieuses.En: "Your works are magnificent, Bastien, but they are bold.Fr: Pas faciles à vendre," dit Éloise avec un regard soucieux.En: Not easy to sell," Éloise says with a worried look.Fr: Bastien réagit avec confiance : "Je veux que les gens ressentent quelque chose de nouveau.En: Bastien responds confidently: "I want people to feel something new.Fr: L'art ne doit pas être juste beau, il doit être vivant."En: Art should not just be beautiful, it must be alive."Fr: Ils continuent à accrocher les tableaux.En: They continue to hang the paintings.Fr: Un grand débat les anime.En: A great debate animates them.Fr: Bastien doit choisir : adoucir ses œuvres pour plaire à un plus large public, ou rester fidèle à son style.En: Bastien must choose: soften his works to appeal to a wider audience, or stay true to his style.Fr: Éloise doit décider combien de risques elle est prête à prendre pour offrir une vitrine à cet art unique mais incertain.En: Éloise must decide how much risk she is willing to take to offer a showcase for this unique yet uncertain art.Fr: Le soir de l'ouverture de l'exposition arrive.En: The evening of the exhibition opening arrives.Fr: La galerie est petite mais chaleureuse.En: The gallery is small but inviting.Fr: Les murs blancs contrastent avec les couleurs des tableaux de Bastien.En: The white walls contrast with the colors of Bastien's paintings.Fr: Les visiteurs arrivent, curieux et hésitants.En: Visitors arrive, curious and hesitant.Fr: Éloise observe chaque regard, chaque réaction.En: Éloise observes every gaze, every reaction.Fr: Soudain, une silhouette familière entre.En: Suddenly, a familiar figure enters.Fr: C'est Marc Dubois, un critique d'art reconnu à Paris.En: It's Marc Dubois, a renowned art critic in Paris.Fr: Il s'arrête devant une toile de Bastien.En: He stops in front of one of Bastien's paintings.Fr: Il détourne les yeux, puis revient les fixer, fasciné.En: He looks away, then returns his gaze, fascinated.Fr: Bastien et Éloise échangent un regard plein d'espoir.En: Bastien and Éloise exchange a hopeful look.Fr: Marc Dubois engage une conversation avec Bastien.En: Marc Dubois engages in a conversation with Bastien.Fr: Il lui pose des questions sur son parcours, ses inspirations.En: He asks him questions about his background, his inspirations.Fr: Éloise écoute, nerveuse mais excitée.En: Éloise listens, nervous but excited.Fr: Ce critique pourrait changer l'avenir de Bastien et de la galerie.En: This critic could change the future of Bastien and the gallery.Fr: Quelques jours plus tard, un article parait dans un grand journal.En: A few days later, an article appears in a major newspaper.Fr: Marc Dubois décrit le travail de Bastien comme "une bouffée d'air frais pour la scène artistique parisienne".En: Marc Dubois describes Bastien's work as "a breath of fresh air for the Parisian art scene."Fr: L'exposition attire un nouveau public, curieux de découvrir cet artiste prometteur.En: The exhibition attracts a new audience, curious to discover this promising artist.Fr: Bastien est heureux.En: Bastien is happy.Fr: Son art est enfin apprécié.En: His art is finally appreciated.Fr: Éloise a réussi son pari.En: Éloise has succeeded in her gamble.Fr: Elle se sent prête à prendre plus de risques avec des artistes audacieux.En: She feels ready to take more risks with bold artists.Fr: Ensemble, ils célèbrent leur succès dans une petite brasserie de Montmartre, en dégustant un café chaud.En: Together, they celebrate their success in a small brasserie in Montmartre, savoring a hot coffee.Fr: L'art et le commerce, souvent en conflit, ont trouvé un bel équilibre, ici, sous les feuilles d'automne de Montmartre.En: Art and commerce, often in conflict, have found a beautiful balance here, beneath the autumn leaves of Montmartre.Fr: Au milieu des sourires et de la satisfaction, Bastien reste fidèle à sa vision.En: Amidst smiles and satisfaction, Bastien remains true to his vision.Fr: Et Éloise, désormais plus confiante, embrasse l'originalité et la beauté de l'imprévu.En: And Éloise, now more confident, embraces the originality and beauty of the unexpected. Vocabulary Words:the sun: le soleilthe street: la ruellethe gallery: la galeriethe heart: le cœurthe neighborhood: le quartierthe artist: l'artistethe curator: le conservatricethe exhibition: l'expositionthe profit: le bénéficethe canvas: la toilethe style: le stylethe showcase: la vitrinethe opening: l'ouverturethe wall: le murthe visitor: le visiteurthe gaze: le regardthe art critic: le critique d'artthe figure: la silhouettethe painting: le tableauthe hope: l'espoirthe inspiration: l'inspirationthe future: l'avenirthe article: l'articlethe newspaper: le journalthe brasserie: la brasseriethe balance: l'équilibrethe autumn: l'automnethe confidence: la confiancethe originality: l'originalitéthe unexpected: l'imprévu

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Sparking Inspiration: A Día de la Hispanidad Aquarium Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-09-26-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El aire fresco de otoño se sentía en las mejillas de Lucía mientras cruzaba la entrada principal del acuario.En: The cool autumn air was felt on Lucía's cheeks as she crossed the main entrance of the aquarium.Es: Hoy era el Día de la Hispanidad, y el lugar estaba lleno de niños y familias.En: Today was Día de la Hispanidad, and the place was filled with children and families.Es: Lucía llevaba su cuaderno en mano, lista para encontrar inspiración para su proyecto final de biología marina.En: Lucía carried her notebook in hand, ready to find inspiration for her final marine biology project.Es: Se movía entre los tanques, observando cada especie con detenimiento.En: She moved among the tanks, observing each species closely.Es: No muy lejos, Carlos, un maestro con gran entusiasmo, dirigía a su grupo de niños.En: Not far away, Carlos, a teacher with great enthusiasm, was leading his group of children.Es: Ellos miraban fascinados los coloridos peces.En: They watched the colorful fish with fascination.Es: Carlos sonreía, pero en su interior, sentía que debía hacer algo más para captar la atención de sus estudiantes.En: Carlos smiled, but inside, he felt he needed to do more to capture his students' attention.Es: En el área de los tiburones, Lucía observó al grupo de niños señalando y riendo mientras Carlos intentaba mantener el orden.En: In the shark area, Lucía observed the group of children pointing and laughing while Carlos tried to maintain order.Es: Por un momento, las miradas de Lucía y Carlos se cruzaron, y ambos sonrieron.En: For a moment, Lucía and Carlos's eyes met, and they both smiled.Es: Lucía, aunque reservada al principio, sentía que el entusiasmo de Carlos era genuino y contagioso.En: Lucía, though reserved at first, felt that Carlos' enthusiasm was genuine and infectious.Es: Mientras los niños corrían hacia la siguiente exhibición, ella se acercó.En: As the children ran to the next exhibit, she approached.Es: "Hola, soy Lucía," dijo tímidamente.En: "Hello, I'm Lucía," she said shyly.Es: "Puedo ayudarte si quieres.En: "I can help you if you want.Es: Estudio biología marina."En: I study marine biology."Es: Carlos, aliviado y al mismo tiempo intrigado, aceptó encantado.En: Carlos, relieved and at the same time intrigued, gladly accepted.Es: "¡Qué suerte la mía!En: "What luck I have!Es: Soy Carlos.En: I'm Carlos.Es: Podemos trabajar juntos para que los niños aprendan mejor."En: We can work together so the children learn better."Es: Poco a poco, Lucía compartía datos curiosos sobre los peces, las algas, y los corales.En: Little by little, Lucía shared interesting facts about the fish, algae, and corals.Es: Carlos utilizaba sus consejos para captar la atención de los niños, creando historias emocionantes que enriquecían el viaje.En: Carlos used her advice to capture the children's attention, creating exciting stories that enriched the trip.Es: Llegaron al área de las medusas.En: They reached the jellyfish area.Es: La luz suave creaba un ambiente mágico, cuando de repente, todo el acuario se apagó.En: The soft light created a magical atmosphere when suddenly, the entire aquarium went dark.Es: Un apagón dejó solo las luces de emergencia encendidas.En: A blackout left only the emergency lights on.Es: Los niños, asustados al principio, se calmaron al ver cómo Carlos y Lucía mantenían la calma.En: The children, scared at first, calmed down when they saw how Carlos and Lucía remained calm.Es: En medio de la penumbra, Lucía y Carlos comenzaron a hablar más personalmente.En: In the dim light, Lucía and Carlos began to talk more personally.Es: Lucía compartió su pasión por la conservación del océano.En: Lucía shared her passion for ocean conservation.Es: Carlos habló de su deseo de inspirar a los jóvenes.En: Carlos talked about his desire to inspire young people.Es: Rieron, conectaron y comprendieron que compartían un objetivo común.En: They laughed, connected, and understood that they shared a common goal.Es: Cuando regresó la luz, ya no eran simplemente conocidos, sino colegas con un proyecto en mente.En: When the lights came back on, they were no longer just acquaintances but colleagues with a project in mind.Es: Carlos miró a Lucía con un brillo nuevo en los ojos.En: Carlos looked at Lucía with a new sparkle in his eyes.Es: "¿Qué te parece si trabajamos juntos en un programa educativo para los niños sobre la conservación marina?"En: "How about we work together on an educational program for children about marine conservation?"Es: Lucía, con el corazón lleno de entusiasmo, aceptó.En: Lucía, with her heart full of enthusiasm, accepted.Es: Intercambiaron números y quedaron de encontrarse pronto para empezar su proyecto.En: They exchanged numbers and planned to meet soon to start their project.Es: Así, Lucía aprendió a compartir su pasión, y Carlos descubrió lo valioso de colaborar para hacer algo increíble.En: Thus, Lucía learned to share her passion, and Carlos discovered the value of collaborating to do something incredible.Es: El acuario, refugio de tantas especies, se convirtió también en el inicio de una amistad y una misión compartida.En: The aquarium, a refuge for so many species, also became the beginning of a friendship and a shared mission.Es: Y aunque el frío de otoño aguardaba fuera, dentro del acuario, el calor de una nueva idea y una nueva conexión ocupaban su lugar.En: And although the autumn cold awaited outside, inside the aquarium, the warmth of a new idea and a new connection took its place. Vocabulary Words:the cheeks: las mejillasthe entrance: la entradathe project: el proyectothe aquarium: el acuarioto observe: observarthe species: la especiethe teacher: el maestrothe enthusiasm: el entusiasmothe students: los estudiantesto smile: sonreírto maintain: mantenerto approach: acercarseto share: compartirthe advice: el consejothe attention: la atenciónto enrich: enriquecerthe jellyfish: las medusasthe atmosphere: el ambientethe blackout: el apagónthe emergency lights: las luces de emergenciato calm down: calmarsethe connection: la conexiónthe sparkle: el brilloeducational: educativothe conservation: la conservaciónto inspire: inspirarthe goal: el objetivothe refuge: el refugioto collaborate: colaborarthe warmth: el calor

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Mystical Lights: Unveiling Secrets of Ales Stenar's Glow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-09-22-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Hösten hade svept in över Skåne.En: The autumn had swept over Skåne.Sv: Löv i guld och rött krispade under fötterna när Elina och Viggo gick uppför den lilla kullen mot Ales Stenar.En: Leaves of gold and red crunched underfoot as Elina and Viggo walked up the small hill towards Ales Stenar.Sv: Vinden från Östersjön var kall och fräsch.En: The wind from the Östersjön was cold and fresh.Sv: Elina kände sig hemma bland dessa mäktiga stenblock.En: Elina felt at home among these mighty stone blocks.Sv: De hade stått här i tusentals år, tittat ut över havet och bevakat hemligheter ingen riktigt förstod.En: They had stood here for thousands of years, overlooking the sea and guarding secrets that no one really understood.Sv: "Tror du verkligen på detta?"En: "Do you really believe in this?"Sv: frågade Viggo medan han balanserade sin anteckningsbok mot spolande vinden.En: Viggo asked as he balanced his notebook against the whipping wind.Sv: Han var här för ett uppdrag från sin tidning i Stockholm.En: He was here for an assignment from his newspaper in Stockholm.Sv: Hans intention var att avslöja myten om ljusen, något han ansåg var resultatet av folks godtrohet.En: His intention was to debunk the myth of the lights, something he considered the result of people's gullibility.Sv: Elina log lite hemlighetsfullt.En: Elina smiled a little mysteriously.Sv: "Du måste se det för att förstå," svarade hon.En: "You have to see it to understand," she replied.Sv: "Det är inte alltid allt kan förklaras."En: "Not everything can always be explained."Sv: Viggo skakade på huvudet men följde henne ändå.En: Viggo shook his head but followed her nonetheless.Sv: De närmade sig den ring av stenar som bildar skeppet.En: They approached the circle of stones forming the ship.Sv: Solen gick ner vid horisonten och folkmassan runt omkring dem började öka.En: The sun was setting on the horizon and the crowd around them began to grow.Sv: Det var Mabon, höstdagjämningen.En: It was Mabon, the autumn equinox.Sv: Ryktet sa att på den natten skulle stenar lysa av sig själva, dra till sig nyfikna själar från hela landet.En: The rumor said that on this night, the stones would glow by themselves, attracting curious souls from across the country.Sv: "När börjar det?"En: "When does it start?"Sv: frågade Viggo.En: Viggo asked.Sv: "Inte länge nu," svarade Elina och tittade mot den mörknande himlen.En: "Not long now," replied Elina, looking up at the darkening sky.Sv: Trots att Viggo var skeptisk, kände hon en förväntan i luften.En: Even though Viggo was skeptical, she felt an anticipation in the air.Sv: Så, precis när mörkret helt invaderade, började ett mjukt skimrande ljus att glittra runt stenarna.En: Then, just as darkness fully invaded, a soft shimmering light began to glisten around the stones.Sv: Det började i ett hörn av skeppet och spred sig sedan, som ett oändligt pärlband av ljus.En: It started in one corner of the ship and then spread like an endless string of pearls.Sv: Elina drog efter andan; det var alltid lika magiskt.En: Elina gasped; it was always just as magical.Sv: Viggo stirrade med stora ögon.En: Viggo stared with wide eyes.Sv: Han försökte hitta en förklaring.En: He tried to find an explanation.Sv: "Kanske reflekterar de ljus från något," mumlade han, men hans röster lät osäker.En: "Maybe they reflect light from something," he mumbled, but his voice sounded uncertain.Sv: Elina kunde se hur ljusen påverkade honom.En: Elina could see how the lights affected him.Sv: Han kanske inte trodde på magi, men ljusens skönhet kunde inte förnekas.En: He might not believe in magic, but the beauty of the lights could not be denied.Sv: När tiden gick började ljusen sakta att blekna.En: As time passed, the lights began to slowly fade.Sv: Folket runt omkring började röra sig, fortfarande fyllda av den fascinerande upplevelsen.En: The people around started to move, still filled with the fascinating experience.Sv: Viggo stod kvar bredvid Elina.En: Viggo remained standing next to Elina.Sv: "Jag kanske inte förstår," sa han.En: "I might not understand," he said.Sv: "Men jag kan erkänna att det var... något speciellt."En: "But I can admit that it was... something special."Sv: Elina nickade.En: Elina nodded.Sv: "Ibland är det okej att inte veta allt.En: "Sometimes it's okay not to know everything.Sv: Att bara uppleva."En: Just to experience."Sv: De vände sig om för att gå tillbaka nerför kullen.En: They turned to walk back down the hill.Sv: Viggo stoppade anteckningsboken i fickan och log mot Elina.En: Viggo put the notebook in his pocket and smiled at Elina.Sv: Hon hade lärt honom något viktigt den kvällen.En: She had taught him something important that evening.Sv: "Jag tror jag har en annan artikel att skriva," sa han.En: "I think I have a different article to write," he said.Sv: Elina skrattade, och de gick tillsammans i den stilla höstnatten, alla frågor och svar vilande under stjärnhimlen.En: Elina laughed, and they walked together in the still autumn night, all questions and answers resting under the starry sky. Vocabulary Words:autumn: höstenswept: sveptleaves: lövcrunched: krispadenotebook: anteckningsbokassignment: uppdragdebunk: avslöjagullibility: godtrohetintention: intentiondarkening: mörknandeanticipation: förväntanshimmering: skimrandeglisten: glittrainvasion: invasionpearl: pärlbandskeptical: skeptiskfascinating: fascinerandeexperience: upplevelsedeny: förnekafade: bleknarest: vilamight: kanskeadmit: erkännaarticle: artikelbalanced: balanseradeblock: stenblockequivalent: motsvararmystical: mystisktobserve: tittacontent: innehåll

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: How A Cozy Cabin and Nature Transformed a Nervous Presenter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-21-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In een klein, houten chalet, verborgen tussen de levendige herfstbladeren, zat Sander op een zacht pluchen stoel.En: In a small, wooden chalet, hidden among the lively autumn leaves, Sander sat on a soft plush chair.Nl: Het vuur knetterde zachtjes in de open haard en vulde de knusse ruimte met een warme gloed.En: The fire crackled gently in the fireplace, filling the cozy space with a warm glow.Nl: Door het grote raam had hij zicht op een schilderachtige herfstlandschap.En: Through the large window, he had a view of a picturesque autumn landscape.Nl: Sander was een toegewijde maar nerveuze projectmanager.En: Sander was a dedicated but nervous project manager.Nl: Hij was vastbesloten om een blijvende indruk te maken tijdens zijn volgende presentatie.En: He was determined to make a lasting impression during his next presentation.Nl: Sander had een doel.En: Sander had a goal.Nl: Hij wilde eindelijk de erkenning krijgen voor zijn innovatieve ideeën, iets wat hem vaak ontging op het werk.En: He finally wanted to receive recognition for his innovative ideas, something that often eluded him at work.Nl: Maar het was niet gemakkelijk.En: But it wasn't easy.Nl: Een gebrek aan zelfvertrouwen en de angst dat zijn ideeën genegeerd zouden worden, bezwaarden hem.En: A lack of self-confidence and the fear that his ideas would be ignored weighed him down.Nl: Bovendien was de Wi-Fi-verbinding in de cabin onvoorspelbaar.En: Moreover, the Wi-Fi connection in the cabin was unpredictable.Nl: Om zich voor te bereiden, had Sander besloten een paar dagen in de gezellige cabin te verblijven.En: To prepare himself, Sander decided to spend a few days in the cozy cabin.Nl: Hier dacht hij beter te kunnen concentreren.En: Here he thought he could concentrate better.Nl: De serene omgeving zou zijn creativiteit inspireren.En: The serene environment would inspire his creativity.Nl: Voor de zekerheid maakte hij een opname van zijn presentatie, voor het geval er technische problemen zouden optreden.En: Just in case, he made a recording of his presentation, in the event of technical issues.Nl: De dagen verstreken.En: The days passed.Nl: Sander werkte hard, zwoegend over details, gladstrijken van dia's.En: Sander worked hard, laboring over details, smoothing out slides.Nl: De stilte van de natuur hielp zijn gedachten te ordenen.En: The silence of nature helped to organize his thoughts.Nl: Alles leek klaar.En: Everything seemed ready.Nl: Tot de grote dag kwam.En: Until the big day came.Nl: Tijdens de presentatie keek Sander uit over de virtuele vergadering, zijn handen licht trillend van de spanning.En: During the presentation, Sander looked out over the virtual meeting, his hands slightly trembling from the tension.Nl: Hij begon.En: He began.Nl: Zijn stem was vastberaden, zijn boodschap duidelijk.En: His voice was determined, his message clear.Nl: Maar plotseling stokte het beeldscherm.En: But suddenly, the screen froze.Nl: De verbinding was weggevallen.En: The connection had dropped.Nl: Sander's hart bonkte in zijn borst.En: Sander's heart pounded in his chest.Nl: Een moment van aarzeling volgde.En: A moment of hesitation followed.Nl: Maar toen herinnerde hij zich zijn bewuste voorbereidingen.En: But then he remembered his careful preparations.Nl: Rustig schakelde hij over naar zijn opname.En: Calmly, he switched to his recording.Nl: Zijn stem vulde de virtuele ruimte opnieuw, nu zonder hinder.En: His voice filled the virtual space again, now without interruption.Nl: Sander's presentatie eindigde zonder verdere onderbrekingen.En: Sander's presentation ended without further disturbances.Nl: Na afloop wachtten zijn collega's en leidinggevenden niet lang om hun lof te uiten.En: Afterward, his colleagues and managers were quick to express their praise.Nl: Sander's ideeën werden eindelijk erkend.En: Sander's ideas were finally recognized.Nl: Met een warm gevoel van voldoening sloot hij de laptop.En: With a warm feeling of satisfaction, he closed the laptop.Nl: Terwijl de zon onderging, vulde het chalet zich met een zachte gouden gloed.En: As the sun set, the chalet filled with a soft golden glow.Nl: Sander glimlachte.En: Sander smiled.Nl: Met hernieuwd zelfvertrouwen en een dieper begrip voor het belang van voorbereiding en aanpassingsvermogen, keek hij naar buiten.En: With renewed self-confidence and a deeper understanding of the importance of preparation and adaptability, he looked outside.Nl: Het herfstlandschap leek hem nu warmer dan ooit tevoren.En: The autumn landscape seemed warmer to him than ever before.Nl: Sander had gewonnen.En: Sander had won.Nl: Niet alleen de erkenning die hij zocht, maar ook het vertrouwen in zichzelf.En: Not only the recognition he sought but also confidence in himself. Vocabulary Words:chalet: chalethidden: verborgenlively: levendigecrackled: knetterderecognition: erkenningeluded: ontgingunpredictable: onvoorspelbaarserene: sereneinspire: inspirerenlaboring: zwoegendtrembling: trillendhesitation: aarzelinginterruption: onderbrekingensatisfaction: voldoeninggolden: goudenrenewed: hernieuwdself-confidence: zelfvertrouwencozy: knussepicturesque: schilderachtigedetermined: vastberadenlasting: blijvendefear: angstweighed: bezwaardenrecording: opnamevirtual: virtueletension: spanningthroat: borstcolleagues: collega'sexpress: uitenlandscape: landschap

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Unveiling Art: A Tale of Courage at Kalemegdan Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-09-20-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Ветар је деликатно миловао лишће које је прекривало стазе Калемегдана, носећи са собом мирис јесењих боја и весеље фестивала.En: The wind gently caressed the leaves that covered the paths of Kalemegdan, carrying with it the scent of autumn colors and the joy of the festival.Sr: Калемегданска тврђава, са својим древним каменим зидовима, изгледала је задивљујуће док су сунчеви зраци обасјавали њен простор.En: The Kalemegdan fortress, with its ancient stone walls, looked magnificent as the sun's rays illuminated its area.Sr: Калемегдан је тог дана био домаћин јесењег фестивала уметности.En: Kalemegdan was hosting the autumn art festival that day.Sr: Посетиоци су шетали између штандова, повремено се заустављајући да погледају уметничка дела изложена на сваки.En: Visitors strolled among the stalls, occasionally stopping to look at the artworks displayed at each one.Sr: Милан је са помешаним осећајима стајао поред свог штанда.En: Milan stood by his stall with mixed feelings.Sr: Био је сликар, страствени и затворен у свом свету боја и четкица.En: He was a painter, passionate and enclosed in his world of colors and brushes.Sr: Његове слике су изражавале осећања дубоке меланхолије и лепоте света око њега.En: His paintings expressed feelings of deep melancholy and the beauty of the world around him.Sr: Ипак, увек је осећао несигурност да своје уметничке визије дели са другима.En: Yet, he always felt insecure about sharing his artistic visions with others.Sr: Само што се овог пута надао промени.En: However, this time he hoped for change.Sr: Недалеко, Ана је узбуђено разговарала са групом посетилаца.En: Not far away, Ana was excitedly talking to a group of visitors.Sr: Била је вајарка, и њене скулптуре биле су живахне и пуне енергије.En: She was a sculptor, and her sculptures were lively and full of energy.Sr: Ана је веровала у снагу заједнице и удила радост својом уметношћу.En: Ana believed in the power of community and instilled joy with her art.Sr: Њена отворена природа чинила ју је популарном међу свима.En: Her open nature made her popular with everyone.Sr: Милан је пажљиво посматрао како Ана лагано прилази групама људи, подстичући их да износе своја мишљења о њеном раду.En: Milan carefully observed as Ana gently approached groups of people, encouraging them to voice their opinions about her work.Sr: Пожелео је да има ту јасноћу и самопоуздање.En: He wished he had that clarity and confidence.Sr: Одлучио је прићи јој након што је завршила са групом.En: He decided to approach her after she finished with the group.Sr: „Изгледа као да уживаш у сваком тренутку,“ рекао је Милан када је пришао.En: "You look like you're enjoying every moment," Milan said as he approached her.Sr: „Како то радиш?En: "How do you do it?"Sr: “Ана је топло осмехнула и рекла: „Морам да будем ту за своје радове.En: Ana smiled warmly and said, "I have to be there for my works.Sr: Имам снажну жељу да делим оно што волим.En: I have a strong desire to share what I love."Sr: “ Осетивши Миланову стидљивост, додала је: „Можемо покушати заједно?En: Sensing Milan's shyness, she added, "Shall we try together?Sr: Желиш ли да направимо заједничку уметност овде на фестивалу?En: Would you like to create joint art here at the festival?"Sr: “Милан је у почетку оклевао.En: Milan hesitated at first.Sr: Његово срце је јако куцало, али нешто је у њему одговарало том изазову.En: His heart was pounding, but something inside him responded to the challenge.Sr: Пристао је, и тако су заједно почели да праве нову уметност, користећи његову боју и њену технику.En: He agreed, and so they began to create new art together, using his paint and her technique.Sr: Ускоро су се окупили људи око њих, коментаришући и похваљујући њихов рад.En: Soon, people gathered around them, commenting and praising their work.Sr: „Одлично је,“ рекла је једна посетиљка, дивећи се њиховом заједничком делу.En: "It's wonderful," one visitor said, admiring their joint piece.Sr: Милан је, слушајући те речи, осетио како му самопоуздање расте.En: Listening to those words, Milan felt his confidence grow.Sr: На крају фестивала, кад су светла почела да се гасе и људи су се полако разилазили, Милан је пришао Ани.En: At the end of the festival, as the lights began to dim and people slowly dispersed, Milan approached Ana.Sr: „Хвала ти,“ рекао је искрено.En: "Thank you," he said sincerely.Sr: „Помогла си ми да пређем важан корак.En: "You helped me take an important step."Sr: “Од тог тренутка, Милан више није био исти.En: From that moment, Milan was no longer the same.Sr: Почео је чешће излагати свој рад и отварати се за разговоре о његовом стварању.En: He began to exhibit his work more often and opened up to conversations about his creations.Sr: Ана и он су развили пријатељство, а он је коначно схватио колико је важно делити своју страст са другима.En: Ana and he developed a friendship, and he finally understood how important it was to share his passion with others.Sr: Јесење поподне је полако прелазило у вечер, али за Милана, то је био нови почетак испуњен бојама и топлином коју је уметност могла да пружи.En: The autumn afternoon was slowly turning into evening, but for Milan, it was a new beginning filled with the colors and warmth that art could provide.Sr: Калемегдан је остао тих сведок ослобођене креативности и новог пријатељства.En: Kalemegdan remained a silent witness to liberated creativity and a new friendship. Vocabulary Words:caressed: миловаоscent: мирисfortress: тврђаваstrolled: шеталиstalls: штандоваmelancholy: меланхолијеinsecure: несигурностexpressed: изражавалеcommunity: заједницеconfidence: самопоуздањеclarity: јасноћуapproach: приближавањеencouraging: подстичућиhesitated: оклеваоpounding: куцалоadmiring: дивећиpraising: похваљујућиdispersed: разилазилиliberated: ослобођенеcreativity: креативностиsincerely: искреноvisions: визијеpassionate: страствениsculptures: скулптуреgently: деликатноinstilled: удиалаartworks: уметничка делаexhibit: излагатиfriendship: пријатељствоwitness: сведок

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unveiling the Sistine Secret: A Tale of Hidden Artistry Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-09-16-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: La luce soffusa delle candele illuminava appena gli affreschi della Cappella Sistina.En: The soft light of the candles barely illuminated the frescoes of the Cappella Sistina.It: Marcello osservava le ombre danzare sul soffitto, riflettendo sul loro significato segreto.En: Marcello watched the shadows dance on the ceiling, reflecting on their secret meaning.It: Era l'autunno, e l'atmosfera era impregnata di mistero, accentuata dalla Festa di San Gennaro appena celebrata.En: It was autumn, and the atmosphere was filled with mystery, accentuated by the recently celebrated Festa di San Gennaro.It: Improvvisamente, un sussurro attraversò la folla di visitatori.En: Suddenly, a whisper passed through the crowd of visitors.It: Il buio era calato con un improvviso blackout, lasciando tutti sospesi tra meraviglia e sorpresa.En: The darkness descended with an unexpected blackout, leaving everyone suspended between wonder and surprise.It: Marcello, artigiano della storia dell'arte, sentì crescere l'adrenalina.En: Marcello, an artisan of art history, felt adrenaline rising.It: Questa era la sua occasione.En: This was his chance.It: "Devo trovare il pezzo perduto di Michelangelo," pensò Marcello, il cuore che batteva forte.En: "I must find Michelangelo's lost piece," thought Marcello, his heart pounding.It: Ricordava una storia raccontatagli da suo nonno, un racconto di un'opera nascosta tra le pennellate del maestro.En: He remembered a story told to him by his grandfather, a tale of a hidden work among the master's brushstrokes.It: Accanto a lui, Giulia e Alessandro cercavano di calmare la folla.En: Next to him, Giulia and Alessandro were trying to calm the crowd.It: Giulia, con la sua dolce voce rassicurante, invitava alla calma.En: Giulia, with her sweet reassuring voice, urged calmness.It: Alessandro, invece, scrutava Marcello con sguardo indagatore.En: Alessandro, on the other hand, scrutinized Marcello with an inquisitive look.It: Quel giorno avrebbe potuto portare a galla motivazioni nascoste.En: That day could bring hidden motives to light.It: Marcello sapeva che doveva scegliere di chi fidarsi.En: Marcello knew he had to choose whom to trust.It: Giulia, amica di lunga data, era sempre stata leale.En: Giulia, a longtime friend, had always been loyal.It: Alessandro, nuovo nella cerchia, aveva però mostrato interesse negli antichi segreti della Cappella.En: Alessandro, new to the circle, had shown interest in the ancient secrets of the Cappella.It: Con decisione, Marcello si avvicinò a Giulia.En: With determination, Marcello approached Giulia.It: "Hai il mio aiuto," disse lei prontamente, intuendo la sua esitazione.En: "You have my help," she said promptly, sensing his hesitation.It: Entrambi si mossero verso l'altare maggiore, dove Marcello sospettava fosse celata la chiave del mistero.En: Together, they moved toward the main altar, where Marcello suspected the key to the mystery might be hidden.It: Guidati dalla tenue luce dei cellulari, Marcello e Giulia trovarono una piccola fessura nel pavimento, mai notata prima.En: Guided by the faint light of cell phones, Marcello and Giulia found a small crack in the floor, never noticed before.It: Marcello, con mani tremanti ma determinate, aprì il compartimento segreto.En: Marcello, with trembling but determined hands, opened the secret compartment.It: All'interno, una vecchia pergamena avvolta con cura portava l'inconfondibile firma di Michelangelo.En: Inside, an old scroll carefully wrapped bore Michelangelo's unmistakable signature.It: Marcello trattenne il respiro, il suo sogno era realtà.En: Marcello held his breath; his dream was reality.It: Ma un rumore di passi interruppe il momento.En: But a sound of footsteps interrupted the moment.It: Alessandro li aveva seguiti, i suoi occhi fissavano il documento.En: Alessandro had followed them, his eyes fixed on the document.It: "Non tutto è come sembra, Marcello," disse, la voce carica di una verità nascosta.En: "Not everything is as it seems, Marcello," he said, his voice laden with a hidden truth.It: Marcello comprese in quel momento che Alessandro sapeva di più di quanto avesse mai lasciato intendere.En: Marcello understood at that moment that Alessandro knew more than he had ever let on.It: Sulle sue labbra fiorì un sorriso comprensivo.En: A knowing smile appeared on his lips.It: "I segreti non sono fatti per tutti," pensò.En: "Secrets aren't meant for everyone," he thought.It: Decise che il mondo non era pronto.En: He decided that the world wasn't ready.It: Richiuse il compartimento con cura, ripiegando il documento.En: He carefully closed the compartment, folding the document.It: Un attimo dopo, le luci si riaccesero.En: A moment later, the lights came back on.It: La Cappella tornò alla vita normale, le ombre svanite, i segreti al sicuro.En: The Cappella returned to normal life, the shadows vanished, the secrets safe.It: Marcello guardò Giulia e Alessandro, consapevole della lezione appresa.En: Marcello looked at Giulia and Alessandro, aware of the lesson learned.It: Il potere del passato era troppo grande per essere rivelato senza conseguenze.En: The power of the past was too great to be revealed without consequences.It: In silenzio, lasciarono la Cappella, mentre nel cuore di Marcello si insediava una nuova responsabilità: preservare la storia e le sue meraviglie invisibili, abbracciando il peso della conoscenza e la quiete del mistero.En: In silence, they left the Cappella, while in Marcello's heart settled a new responsibility: to preserve history and its invisible wonders, embracing the weight of knowledge and the quiet of mystery. Vocabulary Words:the candle: la candelathe fresco: l'affrescothe shadow: l'ombrathe ceiling: il soffittothe mystery: il misterothe visitor: il visitatorethe whisper: il sussurrothe crowd: la follathe blackout: il blackoutthe artisan: l'artigianothe adrenaline: l'adrenalinathe tale: il raccontothe brushstroke: la pennellatathe motive: la motivazionethe circle: la cerchiathe altar: l'altarethe crack: la fessurathe scroll: la pergamenathe signature: la firmathe document: il documentothe footstep: il passothe truth: la veritàthe secret: il segretothe responsibility: la responsabilitàthe knowledge: la conoscenzathe wonder: la meravigliathe autumn: l'autunnothe occasion: l'occasionereassuring: rassicurantedetermined: determinato

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: A Blossom to Remember: Catalonia's Hidden Dahlia Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-09-13-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Girona estava vestida de festa un matí fresc de principis de tardor.En: Girona was dressed for celebration on a crisp early autumn morning.Ca: L'aire estava ple de l'aroma dolça de les flors i de la música alegre de la Diada Nacional de Catalunya.En: The air was filled with the sweet aroma of flowers and the cheerful music of the National Day of Catalunya.Ca: A la Finca de Flors, els visitants admiraven els colors vibrants dels crisantems i les roses que decoraven els camins.En: At the Finca de Flors, visitors admired the vibrant colors of the chrysanthemums and roses that decorated the paths.Ca: En aquest escenari bell i animat, Marta contemplava els estands amb una missió en ment.En: In this beautiful and lively setting, Marta contemplated the stands with a mission in mind.Ca: Sabia què buscava.En: She knew what she was looking for.Ca: Pels camins sinuosos de la fira, Marta buscava una dahlia rara, la joia que completaria la seva col·lecció de flors.En: Along the winding paths of the fair, Marta searched for a rare dahlia, the jewel that would complete her flower collection.Ca: Mentre caminava, el seu amic Jordi, un artista amb esperit curiós, es fixava en les formes i els colors.En: As she walked, her friend Jordi, an artist with a curious spirit, focused on the shapes and colors.Ca: Buscava inspiració per a la seva propera sèrie de pintures.En: He was seeking inspiration for his next series of paintings.Ca: Marta es va aturar davant d'una exhibició de flors de mil colors.En: Marta stopped in front of a display of flowers of a thousand colors.Ca: No lluny, Elvira, la seva amiga i confident, li feia un gest d'ànim.En: Not far away, Elvira, her friend and confidante, gave her a gesture of encouragement.Ca: Marta no se sentia segura de si mateixa.En: Marta did not feel confident.Ca: Li preocupava no aconseguir trobar aquella dahlia tan desitjada.En: She worried about not being able to find that much-desired dahlia.Ca: A prop, Jordi escoltava la conversa entre Marta i Elvira.En: Nearby, Jordi was listening to the conversation between Marta and Elvira.Ca: Va captar la passió de Marta per les flors i això va despertar la seva curiositat.En: He caught on to Marta's passion for flowers, and it piqued his curiosity.Ca: Jordi es va apropar.En: Jordi approached them.Ca: “Hola, em dic Jordi.En: "Hello, my name is Jordi.Ca: He escoltat sobre la teva passió per les dahlies.En: I heard about your passion for dahlias.Ca: Potser podria ajudar-te.En: Maybe I could help you."Ca: ”Marta es va sorprendre.En: Marta was surprised.Ca: No esperava trobar algú amb qui compartir la seva recerca.En: She didn't expect to find someone to share her quest with.Ca: “Moltes gràcies, Jordi,” va dir ella.En: "Thank you very much, Jordi," she said.Ca: “Si em pots ajudar, et puc explicar tot sobre les flors que trobem.En: "If you can help me, I can tell you all about the flowers we find."Ca: ”Van caminar junts, Marta descrivint les flors amb detall i Jordi prenent notes mentals per a les seves pintures.En: They walked together, Marta describing the flowers in detail and Jordi taking mental notes for his paintings.Ca: Van riure i van compartir històries, creant un vincle inesperat en aquell entorn ple de vida i color.En: They laughed and shared stories, creating an unexpected bond in that vibrant and colorful environment.Ca: Després de buscar intensament, van descobrir un jardí retirat, amagat darrere d'una filera d'altes hortènsies.En: After searching intently, they discovered a secluded garden, hidden behind a row of tall hydrangeas.Ca: Allà, gairebé ocult, van trobar la dahlia que Marta havia desitjat.En: There, almost concealed, they found the dahlia Marta had desired.Ca: Les seves pètals era d'un vermell fosc, radiant sota el sol suau de tardor.En: Its petals were a deep red, radiant under the gentle autumn sun.Ca: Marta va somriure amb satisfacció i va donar les gràcies a Jordi.En: Marta smiled with satisfaction and thanked Jordi.Ca: “Mai hauria pogut trobar-ho sense tu,” va dir ella amb gratitud.En: "I never could have found it without you," she said with gratitude.Ca: “Hem fet un bon equip,” va respondre Jordi, somrient.En: "We made a great team," replied Jordi, smiling.Ca: “Potser podríem treballar plegats més sovint.En: "Maybe we could work together more often."Ca: ”Després de la fira, van prometre mantenir la seva amistat.En: After the fair, they promised to maintain their friendship.Ca: Marta va sentir una nova confiança, obrint-se a col·laborar i formant nous llaços.En: Marta felt a new confidence, opening herself to collaboration and forming new bonds.Ca: La cerca de la dahlia s'havia transformat en una descoberta més profunda: la bellesa de la companyonia i les noves oportunitats.En: The search for the dahlia had transformed into a deeper discovery: the beauty of companionship and new opportunities.Ca: Així, enmig de la bellesa de Girona, Marta i Jordi van encetar un camí junts, il·luminats per les flors de tardor i el caliu de l'amistat.En: Thus, amidst the beauty of Girona, Marta and Jordi embarked on a path together, illuminated by the autumn flowers and the warmth of friendship. Vocabulary Words:celebration: la festaearly autumn: principis de tardoraroma: l'aromacheerful: alegreguests/visitors: els visitantsvibrant: vibrantspaths: els caminscontemplated: contemplavawinding: sinuososrare: rarajewel: la joiashapes: les formesgestures: el gestconfidence: la confiança/seguretatquest: la recercasecluded: retiratconcealed: ocultradiant: radiantbonds: els llaçoscompanion: la companyoniaencouragement: l'ànimunexpected: inesperatgrateful: agraïdateam: l'equippromised: van prometreinspiration: la inspiracióhidden: amagatdiscovery: la descobertaconfidence: la confiançaopportunities: les oportunitats

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Rediscovering Timeless Friendship in Tivoli's Autumn Glow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-09-13-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli haverne var klædt i efterårets farver.En: The Tivoli haverne were dressed in the colors of autumn.Da: Bladene glimtede i rav og skarlagen.En: The leaves shimmered in amber and scarlet.Da: Små lys kasted varme skær over brostensstierne.En: Small lights cast a warm glow over the cobblestone paths.Da: Duften af karamel og ristede nødder svævede i luften.En: The scent of caramel and roasted nuts wafted through the air.Da: I hjertet af København mødtes tre venner: Mikkel, Astrid og Lars.En: In the heart of København, three friends met: Mikkel, Astrid, and Lars.Da: De gik gennem indgangen, hvor sprøde blade knitrede under deres fødder.En: They walked through the entrance, where crispy leaves crunched under their feet.Da: Mikkel sukkede dybt.En: Mikkel sighed deeply.Da: "Husker I vores første tur hertil?"En: "Do you remember our first trip here?"Da: spurgte han drømmende.En: he asked dreamily.Da: Astrid smilte, allerede med kameraet i hånden, klar til at fange skønheden.En: Astrid smiled, already with the camera in hand, ready to capture the beauty.Da: Lars nikkede, men hans blik var lidt fjernt, tankerne allerede videre til næste uge.En: Lars nodded, but his gaze was a little distant, his thoughts already moving on to the next week.Da: Mikkel nød traditionen.En: Mikkel enjoyed the tradition.Da: Han elskede efteråret i Tivoli.En: He loved autumn in Tivoli.Da: Men Astrid og Lars var distraherede.En: But Astrid and Lars were distracted.Da: Astrid jagtede det perfekte billede, og Lars tænkte på fremtiden.En: Astrid was chasing the perfect picture, and Lars was thinking about the future.Da: Mikkel ønskede, at de kunne nyde øjeblikket, ligesom de gjorde dengang.En: Mikkel wished they could enjoy the moment, just like they did back then.Da: De gik hen mod den gamle karrusel, lysene blinkede i mørket.En: They walked towards the old carousel, the lights blinking in the darkness.Da: "Astrid, kan vi ikke bare sidde lidt her?"En: "Astrid, can't we just sit here a bit?"Da: spurgte Mikkel og pegede mod en bænk.En: asked Mikkel and pointed to a bench.Da: Astrid tøvede, men gemte kameraet væk.En: Astrid hesitated but put the camera away.Da: Lars kiggede skeptisk, men satte sig ved siden af dem.En: Lars looked skeptical but sat down next to them.Da: "Jeg ved, jeg hænger fast i fortiden," sagde Mikkel.En: "I know I'm stuck in the past," said Mikkel.Da: "Men lad os nyde nuet lidt.En: "But let's enjoy the present a bit.Da: Ikke tænke på billeder eller planer.En: Not think about pictures or plans.Da: Bare os tre."En: Just the three of us."Da: Astrid smilte forstående, og Lars sukkede lettet.En: Astrid smiled understandingly, and Lars sighed relievedly.Da: Deres venstre hånd blev, ligesom Mikkel, forankret i nuet.En: Like Mikkel, their left hand became anchored in the now.Da: De rejste sig og gik mod en stille hjørne af haven.En: They got up and walked toward a quiet corner of the garden.Da: Her stod lanterner og glødede varmt i skumringen.En: Here, lanterns stood glowing warmly in the dusk.Da: Ingen distraktioner.En: No distractions.Da: Kun lyset, efterårsluften og hinandens selskab.En: Only the light, the autumn air, and each other's company.Da: Her, omgivet af Tivolis magi, sad de stille i et stykke tid.En: Here, surrounded by the magic of Tivoli, they sat silently for a while.Da: Så begyndte de at fortælle historier.En: Then they began to tell stories.Da: De grinede højt over gamle minder og skabte nye.En: They laughed loudly over old memories and created new ones.Da: Mikkel følte en varme brede sig.En: Mikkel felt a warmth spreading.Da: Han så Astrid gemme kameraet væk for godt og Lars slappe helt af.En: He saw Astrid put the camera away for good and Lars completely relax.Da: Da de endelig gik hjem, var det med en følelse af sammenhold og et nyt syn på nuet.En: When they finally went home, it was with a feeling of togetherness and a new perspective on the present.Da: Mindet om denne aften ville leve videre i deres hjerter, ikke som et foto, men som den tid, de delte helt uden forstyrrelser.En: The memory of this evening would live on in their hearts, not as a photo, but as the time they shared without any interruptions. Vocabulary Words:haverne: haverneshimmered: glimtedeamber: ravcobblestone: brostensstiernewafted: svævedecrunch: knitredesighed: sukkededreamily: drømmendedistant: fjerntchasing: jagtedecarousel: karruselblinking: blinkedebench: bænkskeptical: skeptiskanchored: forankretdusk: skumringenglowing: glødededistractions: distraktionercompany: selskabtelling: fortællememories: minderrelievedly: lettetwarmth: varmespread: brede sigrelax: slappe aftogetherness: sammenholdperspective: syninterruptions: forstyrrelserlive on: leve viderecapture: fange

Fluent Fiction - French: Harvest Harmony: A Perfumer's Quest for Sustainable Scent Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-09-13-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil d'automne baignait les champs de lavande d'un doux éclat doré.En: The autumn sun bathed the lavender fields in a gentle golden glow.Fr: Thibault marchait lentement à travers les sillons, ses pensées vagabondant avec le parfum apaisant des fleurs.En: Thibault walked slowly through the furrows, his thoughts wandering with the soothing fragrance of the flowers.Fr: La brise légère portait le murmure du festival de la récolte, où la communauté se rassemblait pour célébrer la fin de la saison.En: The light breeze carried the murmur of the harvest festival, where the community gathered to celebrate the end of the season.Fr: Aurélie, la femme joviale aux mains tannées par le travail dur, dirigeait les préparatifs.En: Aurélie, the jovial woman with hands tanned by hard work, was overseeing the preparations.Fr: Elle veillait à ce que chaque stand soit plein de tartes, de pains et de miel locaux.En: She ensured that every stall was filled with pies, bread, and local honey.Fr: Les enfants couraient, riant et jouant à cache-cache entre les rangées de lavande.En: The children ran around, laughing and playing hide and seek among the rows of lavender.Fr: Thibault avait un rêve : créer un parfum unique, un parfum qui capturerait l'essence de ces champs.En: Thibault had a dream: to create a unique perfume, one that would capture the essence of these fields.Fr: Lucienne, bienveillante mais prudente, partageait une inquiétude différente.En: Lucienne, kind yet cautious, shared a different concern.Fr: Elle observait les plantes avec amour et était préoccupée par la sécheresse récente.En: She lovingly observed the plants and was worried about the recent drought.Fr: "On doit être prudents," disait-elle, "pas de sur-récolte."En: "We must be careful," she said, "no over-harvesting."Fr: La sécheresse avait rendu le travail difficile.En: The drought had made the work difficult.Fr: Thibault comprenait ses craintes, mais il cherchait désespérément ce parfum parfait.En: Thibault understood her fears, but he was desperately seeking that perfect fragrance.Fr: Il avait passé des jours à mélanger des huiles dans son atelier, espérant que la solution viendrait.En: He had spent days mixing oils in his workshop, hoping a solution would come.Fr: Mais le temps pressait.En: But time was running short.Fr: Le festival battait son plein.En: The festival was in full swing.Fr: Des musiciens jouaient sous un chapiteau, et les villageois dansaient.En: Musicians played under a marquee, and the villagers danced.Fr: Mais dans un coin du champ, Thibault hésitait.En: But in a corner of the field, Thibault hesitated.Fr: Devait-il travailler seul et risquer l'épuisement des plantes, ou devait-il écouter Lucienne et trouver un autre moyen ?En: Should he work alone and risk exhausting the plants, or should he listen to Lucienne and find another way?Fr: Enfin, il approcha Lucienne.En: Finally, he approached Lucienne.Fr: "Je veux te montrer quelque chose," dit-il, lui tendant une petite fiole.En: "I want to show you something," he said, handing her a small vial.Fr: "C'est un mélange.En: "It's a blend.Fr: Pas parfait, mais peut-être..." Lucienne inspira profondément, fronçant légèrement les sourcils avant de sourire.En: Not perfect, but maybe..." Lucienne took a deep breath, furrowing her brow slightly before smiling.Fr: "Tu as sûrement capturé quelque chose, Thibault."En: "You've surely captured something, Thibault."Fr: À la fin de la journée, les villageois s'étaient rassemblés.En: At the end of the day, the villagers had gathered.Fr: Aurélie offrit un micro à Thibault.En: Aurélie offered Thibault a microphone.Fr: Sa voix tremblait légèrement quand il annonça son parfum.En: His voice trembled slightly as he announced his perfume.Fr: Les visages attentifs l'observaient.En: Attentive faces watched him.Fr: Avec courage, il partagea son mélange, prônant la nécessité de cultiver durablement.En: With courage, he shared his blend, advocating the necessity of sustainable cultivation.Fr: À sa grande surprise, les applaudissements éclatèrent.En: To his great surprise, applause broke out.Fr: Le parfum plaisait aux villageois ; il évoquait l'authenticité de leur terre.En: The perfume pleased the villagers; it evoked the authenticity of their land.Fr: "Travaillons ensemble," proposa Lucienne doucement, avec un clin d'œil.En: "Let's work together," Lucienne gently proposed, with a wink.Fr: "Pour que ta passion et la nature coexistent."En: "So that your passion and nature can coexist."Fr: Thibault avait appris une leçon précieuse.En: Thibault had learned a valuable lesson.Fr: L'avenir de son art dépendait du respect de la terre et de la collaboration avec ceux qui l'aimaient tout autant.En: The future of his art depended on respecting the land and collaborating with those who loved it just as much.Fr: Les champs de lavande et leurs secrets pouvaient être protégés, tout en nourrissant ses ambitions.En: The lavender fields and their secrets could be protected while nourishing his ambitions.Fr: La lumière du crépuscule enveloppait la fête qui continuait, tandis que Thibault, Lucienne et Aurélie buvaient à la récolte, à l'avenir.En: The twilight light enveloped the ongoing celebration, while Thibault, Lucienne, and Aurélie toasted to the harvest, to the future. Vocabulary Words:the autumn sun: le soleil d'automnethe fields: les champsthe furrows: les sillonsthe fragrance: le parfumthe breeze: la brisethe harvest festival: le festival de la récoltethe community: la communautéthe jovial woman: la femme jovialethe preparations: les préparatifsthe honey: le mielthe drought: la sécheressethe workshop: l'atelierthe solution: la solutionthe time: le tempsthe festival: le festivalthe musicians: les musiciensthe villager: le villageoisthe corner: le cointhe field: le champthe vial: la fiolethe brow: les sourcilsthe microphone: le microthe faces: les visagesthe applause: les applaudissementsthe authenticity: l'authenticitéthe future: l'avenirthe lesson: la leçonthe art: l'artthe twilight light: la lumière du crépusculethe celebration: la fête

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Tulips of Hope: A Journey of Friendship and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-12-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht boven Lisse had een zachte gouden tint toen de zon langzaam over de horizon zakte.En: The sky above Lisse had a soft golden hue as the sun slowly dipped below the horizon.Nl: De tulpenvelden strekten zich uit zover het oog reikte, als een deken van kleurige pracht.En: The tulip fields stretched out as far as the eye could see, like a blanket of colorful splendor.Nl: Midden in deze zee van bloemen stond Sven, diep gebogen over een rij jonge tulpen.En: In the middle of this sea of flowers stood Sven, bent deeply over a row of young tulips.Nl: Hij veegde zijn voorhoofd af, trots en hoopvol bij de gedachte aan het tulpenfestival dat in de lente zou komen.En: He wiped his forehead, proud and hopeful at the thought of the tulip festival that would come in the spring.Nl: Sven was altijd een toegewijde hovenier geweest.En: Sven had always been a dedicated gardener.Nl: Zijn passie was het telen van de perfecte tulp.En: His passion was cultivating the perfect tulip.Nl: Maar vandaag, in de koele herfstlucht, was er een schaduw op zijn gezicht.En: But today, in the cool autumn air, there was a shadow on his face.Nl: Een paar dagen eerder had hij een bezoek gebracht aan de dokter en het nieuws dat Jelle, zijn goede vriend en medisch student, later die avond zou komen verduidelijken hield zijn gedachten bezig.En: A few days earlier, he had visited the doctor, and the news that Jelle, his good friend and medical student, would come to clarify later that evening occupied his mind.Nl: Niet ver van het veld speelde Marijke met haar handschoenen in de aarde.En: Not far from the field, Marijke was playing with her gloves in the soil.Nl: Ze keek op naar Sven en zag de spanning op zijn gezicht.En: She looked up at Sven and saw the tension on his face.Nl: Ze begreep hem goed; ze werkten al jaren zij aan zij.En: She understood him well; they had worked side by side for years.Nl: Ze wilde niets liever dan hem helpen, maar voor nu wachtte ze geduldig.En: She wanted nothing more than to help him, but for now, she waited patiently.Nl: Toen Jelle arriveerde, was het bijna donker.En: When Jelle arrived, it was almost dark.Nl: Hij droeg een stapel papieren onder zijn arm en zuchtte toen hij zijn vrienden zag.En: He carried a stack of papers under his arm and sighed when he saw his friends.Nl: "Sven, het spijt me," begon Jelle met een sombere blik.En: "Sven, I'm sorry," began Jelle with a somber look.Nl: "Het is niet het beste nieuws.En: "It's not the best news.Nl: Je moet het rustig aan doen.En: You need to take it easy.Nl: Je gezondheid is belangrijker dan de bloemen."En: Your health is more important than the flowers."Nl: Sven viel stil.En: Sven fell silent.Nl: Hij had het al een beetje verwacht, maar het horen van de woorden was iets anders.En: He had somewhat expected it, but hearing the words was something else.Nl: Hij keek naar de velden, en dan naar Marijke, die meegeluisterd had.En: He looked at the fields, and then at Marijke, who had listened in.Nl: Er was een brandende wens om door te gaan ten koste van alles.En: There was a burning desire to carry on at all costs.Nl: Maar hij wist ook dat hij zijn dierbaren niet kon negeren.En: But he also knew he couldn't ignore his loved ones.Nl: Marijke kwam naast hem staan.En: Marijke stood next to him.Nl: "Je hebt ons," zei ze zacht.En: "You have us," she said softly.Nl: "We kunnen je helpen.En: "We can help you.Nl: Misschien vinden we samen wel iets verrassends."En: Maybe together we'll find something surprising."Nl: Die nacht sliep Sven niet veel.En: That night, Sven didn't sleep much.Nl: Zijn gedachten waren bij zijn tulpen en zijn gezondheid.En: His thoughts were with his tulips and his health.Nl: De volgende ochtend, terwijl de zon opkwam, had hij een besluit genomen.En: The next morning, as the sun rose, he made a decision.Nl: Hij zou de zorg voor de tulpen delen met Marijke en Jelle.En: He would share the care of the tulips with Marijke and Jelle.Nl: Hij begreep dat ze samen sterker waren.En: He understood that together they were stronger.Nl: Ze werkten dagen en nachten in de velden.En: They worked days and nights in the fields.Nl: Sven gaf leiding en uitleg, maar nam ook de tijd om te rusten.En: Sven gave guidance and explanations but also took the time to rest.Nl: Het was een uitdaging, maar langzaam begon er iets moois te groeien tussen de gewone bloemen.En: It was a challenge, but slowly something beautiful began to grow among the ordinary flowers.Nl: Op een heldere ochtend terwijl Sven zich even neerlegde ontspannen, gebeurde er iets bijzonders.En: On a clear morning, as Sven lay down for a moment to relax, something extraordinary happened.Nl: Een nieuwe tulp schoot op, anders dan de anderen.En: A new tulip shot up, different from the others.Nl: Het was de perfecte vorm, in droomachtige kleuren.En: It had the perfect form, in dreamy colors.Nl: Maar op hetzelfde moment voelde Sven een intense pijn en zakte in elkaar.En: But at that same moment, Sven felt an intense pain and collapsed.Nl: Marijke en Jelle renden naar hem toe.En: Marijke and Jelle ran to him.Nl: In het ziekenhuis besefte Sven het belang van de situatie.En: In the hospital, Sven realized the importance of the situation.Nl: Hij moest zich concentreren op zijn herstel.En: He had to focus on his recovery.Nl: "Het is tijd," fluisterde hij zwak tegen Marijke.En: "It's time," he whispered weakly to Marijke.Nl: "Jullie kunnen het afmaken."En: "You can finish it."Nl: Jelle en Marijke knikten vastberaden.En: Jelle and Marijke nodded determinedly.Nl: Ze wisten hoeveel deze tulpen voor hem betekenden.En: They knew how much these tulips meant to him.Nl: Ze zouden zijn droom levend houden.En: They would keep his dream alive.Nl: Sven glimlachte, het vertrouwen in zijn hart was opnieuw hersteld.En: Sven smiled, the confidence in his heart restored once more.Nl: Met de tijd, terwijl de bloemen bloeiden onder de zorg van Marijke en Jelle, verbeterde Sven's gezondheid langzaam.En: In time, while the flowers blossomed under the care of Marijke and Jelle, Sven's health slowly improved.Nl: En op het tulpenfestival sprong hun unieke nieuwe tulp in het oog van iedereen, een eerbetoon aan Sven's passie en het vertrouwen onder vrienden.En: And at the tulip festival, their unique new tulip caught the eye of everyone, a tribute to Sven's passion and the trust among friends. Vocabulary Words:hue: tinthorizon: horizonsplendor: prachtbent: gebogenforehead: voorhoofdcultivating: telendedicated: toegewijdeshadow: schaduwclarify: verduidelijkentension: spanningpatiently: geduldigsomber: somberedeterminedly: vastberadendesire: wensignore: negerenchallenged: uitdagingguidance: leidingextraordinary: bijzondersdreamy: droomachtigecollapsed: zakteintense: intenseimportance: belangrecover: herstelwhispered: fluisterdenod: kniktenconfidence: vertrouwentribute: eerbetoonfestival: festivalgloves: handschoenenstack: stapel

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: From Stormy Markets to Festive Feasts: A Rosh Hashanah Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-09-12-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: ליאורה עמדה באמצע השוק ההומה בירושלים.En: Liora stood in the middle of the bustling market in Jerusalem.He: האוויר היה מלא בריחות של תבלינים, פירות טריים ותשוקה חגיגית.En: The air was filled with the scents of spices, fresh fruits, and festive excitement.He: היא חיפשה אחר המרכיבים האחרונים להכנת הארוחה החגיגית של ערב ראש השנה.En: She was searching for the final ingredients to prepare the holiday meal for the eve of Rosh Hashanah.He: סביבת השוק הייתה ססגונית ומלאה באנשים שעמדו מול הדוכנים הצבעוניים.En: The market environment was vibrant and full of people standing in front of the colorful stalls.He: לא רחוק ממנה, עמד נועם בצד השוק.En: Not far from her, Noam stood on the side of the market.He: הוא היה מוכר תבלינים עם ידע שאין כמותו בכל השוק.En: He was a spice vendor with unmatched knowledge throughout the market.He: הוא סידר את שקי התבלינים שלו בקפידה, כשפתאום—גשם!En: He was meticulously arranging his bags of spices when suddenly—rain!He: השמיים התכסו בעננים אפורים, ומים התחילו לזרום בכל הצדדים.En: The sky was covered with gray clouds, and water began to pour in from all sides.He: רוכלים החלו לכסות את מרכולותיהם בניילונים במהירות, וצרחות החלו להישמע מכל עבר.En: Vendors quickly started covering their wares with plastic sheets, and cries could be heard from all around.He: ליאורה התקרבה לדוכן של נועם.En: Liora approached Noam's stall.He: "שלום, אני צריכה תבלין מיוחד לסלט תפוחי העץ," היא אמרה.En: "Hello, I need a special spice for the apple salad," she said.He: נועם, כהרגלו, היה סקפטי.En: Noam, as usual, was skeptical.He: "התבלין הזה כמעט נגמר," הוא ענה, "אבל אני מוכן לעזור, אם תעזרי לי עם הכיסוי.En: "This spice is almost gone," he replied, "but I'm willing to help if you help me with the covering."He: "היא לא חשבה הרבה, ופשוט החלה לעזור לנועם לכסות את הדוכנים והמרכולות.En: She didn't think much and simply began assisting Noam in covering the stalls and the goods.He: הם היו קבוצה קטנה של אנשים בשוק שהעזתה להישאר לנוכח הסערה.En: They were a small group of people in the market who dared to stay in the face of the storm.He: בעבודת צוות והרבה החלטיות, הם הצליחו לכסות כל דבר בטרם שטף הגשם את הכול.En: Through teamwork and a lot of determination, they managed to cover everything before the rain washed it all away.He: לאחר העבודה, נועם הושיט לליאורה את שקית התבלינים הנדירה.En: After the work, Noam handed Liora the rare bag of spices.He: "תודה על העזרה," אמר בחיוך חמים, והוסיף, "מקווה שהארוחה שלך תהיה מוצלחת.En: "Thank you for the help," he said with a warm smile, adding, "I hope your meal will be a success."He: " ליאורה הודתה לו בחום, והיא ידעה שלמרות הקושי וגשם, המאמץ היה שווה.En: Liora thanked him warmly, knowing that despite the difficulty and rain, the effort was worth it.He: כשחזרה הביתה, נוטפת מים אך מאושרת, החלה בהכנות לארוחה.En: When she returned home, drenched but happy, she began preparing the meal.He: הערב בבית היה מלא באווירה חגיגית ובתחושת הישג קטן.En: The evening at home was full of a festive atmosphere and a sense of a small achievement.He: למדה שערכים כמו שיתוף פעולה ויכולת הסתגלות חשובים לא פחות משמירה על המסורת.En: She learned that values like cooperation and adaptability are as important as maintaining tradition.He: והרי כבר לימד אותנו נועם שכדי להצליח, לפעמים צריך לדעת להציע יד עוזרת.En: And indeed, Noam had already taught us that to succeed, sometimes you need to know how to offer a helping hand.He: על הדרך, נוצרה ביניהם הכרה והערכה הדדית, ומהם יצא חג נהדר לכולם.En: Along the way, mutual recognition and appreciation developed between them, resulting in a wonderful holiday for everyone. Vocabulary Words:bustling: הומהscents: ריחותfestive: חגיגיתingredients: מרכיביםvibrant: ססגוניתvendor: מוכרmeticulously: בקפידהsuddenly: פתאוםgray: אפוריםwares: מרכולותיהםskeptical: סקפטיrare: נדירהdrenched: נוטפת מיםbrave: העזתהdetermination: החלטיותsuccess: מוצלחתeffort: מאמץachievement: הישגcooperation: שיתוף פעולהadaptability: יכולת הסתגלותmutual: הדדיתrecognition: הכרהappreciation: הערכהunmatched: שאין כמותוcovering: כיסויstorm: סערהteamwork: עבודת צוותtradition: מסורתhelping hand: יד עוזרתwonderful: נהדרBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - French: The Unexpected Magic of a Pétanque Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-09-09-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Par un après-midi chaud de fin d'été, le soleil brillait doucement sur un vieux terrain de pétanque abandonné.En: On a hot late summer afternoon, the sun gently shone upon an old, abandoned pétanque field.Fr: Les herbes folles dansaient au rythme du vent léger, et quelques feuilles mortes jonchaient le sol craquelé.En: The wild grasses danced to the rhythm of the light breeze, and a few dead leaves were strewn across the cracked ground.Fr: Luc, inventeur passionné bien que maladroit, se tenait là, intrigué.En: Luc, a passionate yet clumsy inventor, stood there, intrigued.Fr: À ses côtés, Thérèse, son amie pragmatique, observait avec curiosité.En: By his side, Thérèse, his pragmatic friend, watched with curiosity.Fr: « Regarde, Thérèse, cette boule de pétanque est étrange », dit Luc en pointant une boule qui semblait luire étrangement sous le soleil.En: "Look, Thérèse, this pétanque ball is strange," said Luc, pointing to a ball that seemed to glimmer strangely under the sun.Fr: Il la ramassa.En: He picked it up.Fr: Thérèse, les bras croisés, leva un sourcil.En: Thérèse, arms crossed, raised an eyebrow.Fr: « Étrange ? C'est juste une vieille boule, Luc. »En: "Strange? It's just an old ball, Luc."Fr: Luc, refusant de laisser tomber, lança la boule.En: Refusing to back down, Luc threw the ball.Fr: Elle fila tout droit, mais avant de toucher le sol, elle changea brusquement de direction.En: It shot straight, but before hitting the ground, it abruptly changed direction.Fr: La boule virevolta dans l'air comme si elle avait sa propre volonté.En: The ball twirled in the air as if it had a will of its own.Fr: « Tu vois ça, Thérèse ? Elle défie la gravité ! » s'exclama Luc, ravi.En: "Do you see that, Thérèse? It's defying gravity!" exclaimed Luc, delighted.Fr: Ses yeux brillaient comme ceux d'un enfant découvrant un secret bien gardé.En: His eyes sparkled like those of a child discovering a well-kept secret.Fr: Bien que sceptique, Thérèse regarda la boule sautiller en l'air.En: Though skeptical, Thérèse watched the ball bounce in the air.Fr: Elle hésita un instant, puis déclara.En: She hesitated for a moment, then declared, "Alright, Luc.Fr: « Très bien, Luc.En: We can investigate a little, but not all day."Fr: On peut enquêter un peu, mais pas toute la journée. »En: Luc smiled, enthusiastic.Fr: Luc sourit, enthousiaste.En: They decided to stay on the field until the mystery was solved.Fr: Ils décidèrent de rester sur le terrain jusqu'à ce que le mystère soit résolu.En: The ball's unpredictable dance made them laugh several times.Fr: La danse imprévisible de la boule les fit rire à plusieurs reprises.En: It slid on the ground, then suddenly rose, eluding each of Luc's attempts to catch it.Fr: Elle glissait sur le sol, puis s'élevait soudainement, échappant à chaque tentative de Luc de la saisir.En: Passersby stopped, intrigued.Fr: Des passants s'arrêtaient, intrigués.En: A small crowd formed around the field.Fr: Une petit foule se forma autour du terrain.En: They began to bet on where the ball would finally land.Fr: Ils commencèrent à parier sur l'endroit où la boule allait enfin se poser.En: Luc and Thérèse had, without realizing it, created a neighborhood event.Fr: Luc et Thérèse avaient, sans s'en rendre compte, créé une animation de quartier.En: Then, as suddenly as it had started, the ball began to float peacefully before slowly settling in the center of the field.Fr: Puis, aussi soudainement qu'elle avait commencé, la boule se mit à flotter paisiblement avant de se poser lentement en plein centre du terrain.En: Laughter and applause erupted.Fr: Les rires et les applaudissements retentirent.En: At that moment, a man dressed in a strange costume approached.Fr: C'est à cet instant qu'un homme vêtu d'un costume étrange s'approcha.En: "Ah, you've found our magic ball," he said with a wink.Fr: « Ah, vous avez trouvé notre boule magique », dit-il avec un clin d'œil.En: He explained that the ball came from his magic shop across the street, used to attract the curious as a prank.Fr: Il expliqua que la boule provenait de sa boutique de magie en face, utilisée pour attirer les curieux comme une farce.En: Luc, though disappointed it wasn't a scientific breakthrough, laughed heartily.Fr: Luc, bien que déçu que ce ne fût pas une avancée scientifique, rit de bon cœur.En: "Not every mystery is a discovery," he admitted cheerfully.Fr: « Chaque mystère n'est pas toujours une découverte », admit-il gaiement.En: Thérèse, shaking her head with a smile, realized she enjoyed these little impromptu adventures.Fr: Thérèse, secouant la tête avec un sourire, réalisa qu'elle appréciait ces petites aventures improvisées.En: As they walked away from the field, hand in hand, Luc promised himself to be more cautious with his next finds, but still, the day had been full of unexpected magic. Vocabulary Words:the grass: l'herbethe breeze: la brisethe leaves: les feuillesto shine: brillerto dance: danserthe ground: le solto crack: craquelerthe inventor: l'inventeurclumsy: maladroitpragmatic: pragmatiqueto sparkle: brillerthe child: l'enfantcuriosity: la curiositéskeptical: sceptiqueenthusiastic: enthousiasteto slide: glisserto float: flotterto settle: se poserthe costume: le costumethe prank: la farceto discover: découvrirthe breakthrough: l'avancéeto laugh: rirecheerfully: gaiementimpromptu: improviséunexpected: inattenduto promise: promettrethe adventure: l'aventureto attract: attirerintrigued: intrigué

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Autumn Wonders: Capturing Creativity in Keukenhof Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-05-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Met een geur van regen in de lucht en een koele bries die hun wangen streelde, stapten Femke en Bram uit de auto.En: With the scent of rain in the air and a cool breeze caressing their cheeks, Femke and Bram stepped out of the car.Nl: Voor hen strekte zich het wonderlijke landschap van de Keukenhof-tuinen uit.En: Before them stretched the marvelous landscape of the Keukenhof gardens.Nl: Ondanks dat het herfst was, bloeiden de bloemen.En: Despite it being autumn, the flowers were in bloom.Nl: De paden slingerden zich door een zee van kleuren: geel, oranje en dieprood.En: The paths wound through a sea of colors: yellow, orange, and deep red.Nl: Femke ademde diep in.En: Femke took a deep breath.Nl: Haar vingers jeukten om haar schetsboek tevoorschijn te halen.En: Her fingers itched to take out her sketchbook.Nl: Ze droomde al weken van deze dag: een tocht naar de Keukenhof, hopend op ideeën voor haar nieuwe project.En: She had been dreaming of this day for weeks: a trip to Keukenhof, hoping for ideas for her new project.Nl: De buurt had goedkeuring gegeven voor een gemeenschappelijke tuin, en Femke wilde iets bijzonders ontwerpen.En: The neighborhood had approved a community garden, and Femke wanted to design something special.Nl: Bram stond naast haar, zijn camera al in de aanslag.En: Bram stood next to her, his camera at the ready.Nl: "Ik ga vandaag de perfecte foto maken," zei hij vastbesloten.En: "I'm going to take the perfect photo today," he said with determination.Nl: De fotowedstrijd naderde snel, en Bram wilde winnen.En: The photo competition was approaching quickly, and Bram wanted to win.Nl: Samen liepen ze verder, maar de lucht leek hun plannen te dwarsbomen.En: They walked further together, but the sky seemed to thwart their plans.Nl: De wolken werden donkerder en zwaarder.En: The clouds grew darker and heavier.Nl: "Femke, we moeten misschien opsplitsen," stelde Bram voor.En: "Femke, maybe we should split up," suggested Bram.Nl: Femke knikte; ze hadden allebei hun eigen missies.En: Femke nodded; they both had their own missions.Nl: Femke begon het park te verkennen.En: Femke began to explore the park.Nl: Ze keek naar de vormen van de bladeren, de kleuren van de bloembedden.En: She observed the shapes of the leaves, the colors of the flower beds.Nl: Ze stopte bij een hoek met siergras, dat bewoog in de wind.En: She stopped at a corner with ornamental grass, swaying in the wind.Nl: Het gaf haar ideeën voor de rand van haar ontwerp.En: It gave her ideas for the border of her design.Nl: Intussen liep Bram met snelle pas door de tuin.En: Meanwhile, Bram walked briskly through the garden.Nl: Hij zocht naar zijn perfecte plek.En: He searched for his perfect spot.Nl: Maar de wolken maakten het moeilijk.En: But the clouds made it difficult.Nl: Geen zonlicht betekende weinig contrast en levendigheid in zijn foto's.En: No sunlight meant little contrast and vibrancy in his photos.Nl: Bram zuchtte diep.En: Bram sighed deeply.Nl: Misschien was het vandaag niet zijn dag.En: Maybe today wasn't his day.Nl: Dan, plotseling, brak de zon door de wolken.En: Then, suddenly, the sun broke through the clouds.Nl: De lucht veranderde in een oceaan van licht.En: The sky turned into an ocean of light.Nl: Voor Femke opende zich een verborgen hoekje van de tuin.En: Before Femke, a hidden corner of the garden revealed itself.Nl: Een prachtig patch van dahlia's glansde in het zonlicht.En: A stunning patch of dahlias glistened in the sunlight.Nl: Rood, geel en oranje bloeiden als vuur.En: Red, yellow, and orange bloomed like fire.Nl: Ze haalde snel haar schetsboek tevoorschijn.En: She quickly took out her sketchbook.Nl: Niet ver daarvandaan, zag Bram het ook.En: Not far from there, Bram saw it too.Nl: Het licht viel perfect op de bloemen.En: The light fell perfectly on the flowers.Nl: Hij richtte zijn lens, zijn hart sloeg sneller.En: He aimed his lens, his heart beating faster.Nl: Dit was het moment waar hij op had gewacht.En: This was the moment he had been waiting for.Nl: Hij klikte en het geluid van de sluiter klonk als muziek in zijn oren.En: He clicked, and the sound of the shutter was like music to his ears.Nl: Femke zat op een bankje, schetsend als nooit tevoren.En: Femke sat on a bench, sketching like never before.Nl: Ze besefte dat inspiratie overal te vinden was, als je het toestond om onvoorspelbaarheid te omarmen.En: She realized that inspiration was everywhere if you allowed unpredictability to be embraced.Nl: Voor Bram, was het een les in geduld.En: For Bram, it was a lesson in patience.Nl: Soms hoefde je alleen maar te wachten op het juiste moment.En: Sometimes you just had to wait for the right moment.Nl: Toen de zon weer achter de wolken verdween, kwamen Femke en Bram samen bij de uitgang.En: As the sun disappeared behind the clouds again, Femke and Bram met up at the exit.Nl: Beiden waren tevreden.En: Both were satisfied.Nl: Femke's ontwerp voelde levendig en compleet.En: Femke's design felt vibrant and complete.Nl: Bram scrollend door zijn foto's, wist dat hij zijn winnende foto had.En: Bram, scrolling through his photos, knew he had his winning shot.Nl: Ze liepen terug naar de auto, de lucht voelde fris en beloftevol.En: They walked back to the car, the air feeling fresh and promising.Nl: Ze waren op deze dag misschien elk hun eigen pad gegaan, maar hadden ontdekt dat soms een kort moment alles kan veranderen.En: On this day, they might have gone their separate ways, but they discovered that sometimes a brief moment can change everything.Nl: En dat maakte de Keukenhof, zelfs in de herfst, een plek van wonderen.En: And that made the Keukenhof, even in autumn, a place of wonders. Vocabulary Words:scent: geurbreeze: briescaressing: streeldemarvelous: wonderlijkelandscape: landschapbloom: bloeidenwound: slingerdenitch: jeuktensketchbook: schetsboekapproved: goedkeuringthwart: dwarsbomenornamental: sierswaying: bewoogbriskly: snelle pascontrast: contrastvibrancy: levendigheidrevealed: opendeglistened: glansdeaimed: richttelens: lensshutter: sluiterbench: bankjesketching: schetsendinspiration: inspiratieunpredictability: onvoorspelbaarheidpatience: geduldvibrant: levendigcomplete: compleetscrolling: scrollendpromising: beloftevol

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Autumn's Lesson: Finding Strength in Vulnerability Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-09-04-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: En skarp høstbris blåste gjennom den norske skogen.En: A sharp autumn breeze blew through the norske forest.No: Blader i strålende rødt, oransje og gult virvlet rundt føttene til Sigrid og Lars.En: Leaves in brilliant red, orange, and yellow swirled around the feet of Sigrid and Lars.No: Det var tidlig høst, og duften av våte blader fylte luften.En: It was early autumn, and the smell of wet leaves filled the air.No: Fugler kvitret fra de høye greinene, og lyden av raslende trær skapte en rolig melodi.En: Birds chirped from the high branches, and the sound of rustling trees created a calm melody.No: Sigrid, en ivrig naturelsker, stolte på sitt gode treningsnivå.En: Sigrid, an enthusiastic nature lover, relied on her good level of fitness.No: Hun hadde planlagt en lang tur gjennom skogen.En: She had planned a long hike through the forest.No: Men nylig hadde hun kjent seg uvel.En: But recently, she had been feeling unwell.No: En liten hemmelighet hun ikke hadde delt med noen.En: A small secret she hadn't shared with anyone.No: Ikke engang med Lars, hennes gode venn.En: Not even with Lars, her good friend.No: Lars gikk ved siden av henne.En: Lars walked beside her.No: Han så bekymret ut.En: He looked concerned.No: "Er du sikker på at alt er i orden, Sigrid?En: "Are you sure everything is okay, Sigrid?"No: " spurte han bekymret.En: he asked with worry.No: Sigrid smilte tappert.En: Sigrid smiled bravely.No: "Jeg har det fint, Lars.En: "I'm fine, Lars.No: Jeg vil fullføre turen," svarte hun, men en plutselig svimmelhet fikk henne til å stoppe opp.En: I want to complete the hike," she replied, but a sudden dizziness made her stop.No: Hun måtte sette seg ned.En: She had to sit down.No: Det gikk rundt for henne.En: Everything was spinning for her.No: Lars bøyde seg ned ved hennes side.En: Lars bent down beside her.No: "Sigrid, du ser ikke bra ut.En: "Sigrid, you don't look well.No: Vi kan dra tilbake hvis du vil.En: We can go back if you want."No: "Stolt som hun var, ville Sigrid ikke gi opp.En: Proud as she was, Sigrid didn't want to give up.No: "Nei, jeg vil klare det," insisterte hun.En: "No, I want to make it," she insisted.No: De fortsatte, men svimmelheten gjorde det vanskelig.En: They continued, but the dizziness made it difficult.No: Etter en stund snublet Sigrid over en rot og falt i bakken.En: After a while, Sigrid stumbled over a root and fell to the ground.No: Hun sukket tungt og så opp på Lars.En: She sighed heavily and looked up at Lars.No: "Jeg tror jeg trenger hjelp," sa hun motvillig.En: "I think I need help," she said reluctantly.No: Lars rakte ut en hånd og hjalp henne opp.En: Lars offered a hand and helped her up.No: "Det er ingen skam i å be om hjelp, Sigrid.En: "There's no shame in asking for help, Sigrid.No: Vi går tilbake sammen.En: We'll go back together."No: "De begynte å gå sakte tilbake langs stien, gjennom bladene som knaste under føttene deres.En: They began to walk slowly back along the trail, through the leaves that crunched under their feet.No: Sigrid innså at hun måtte være ærlig om helsen sin.En: Sigrid realized she needed to be honest about her health.No: Hun takket stille for Lars' støtte.En: She quietly thanked Lars' support.No: Den skarpe luften fylte lungene deres, og mens de gikk, følte Sigrid en lettelse.En: The sharp air filled their lungs, and as they walked, Sigrid felt a sense of relief.No: Hun visste nå hvor viktig det var å ta vare på seg selv.En: She now knew how important it was to take care of herself.No: Det var ikke alltid nødvendig å være sterk alene.En: It wasn't always necessary to be strong alone.No: Sigrid og Lars kom tilbake til starten av stien.En: Sigrid and Lars returned to the start of the trail.No: Med en takknemlig klem, lovte hun seg selv å prioritere helsen sin fremover.En: With a grateful hug, she promised herself to prioritize her health going forward.No: Fra nå av skulle hun ikke skjule noe lenger, men være åpen om hvordan hun hadde det.En: From now on, she wouldn't hide anything anymore, but be open about how she felt.No: Der, blant de fargerike høstløvene, hadde Sigrid lært en viktig leksjon.En: There, among the colorful autumn leaves, Sigrid had learned an important lesson. Vocabulary Words:breeze: brisswirled: virvletchirped: kvitretrustling: raslendeenthusiastic: ivrigrelied: stoltefitness: treningsnivåunwell: uveldizziness: svimmelhetstumbled: snubletroot: rotsigh: sukkereluctantly: motvilligsupport: støttecrunched: knastegrateful: takknemligpriority: prioritererelief: lettelselesson: leksjonbranches: greinerplanned: planlagtconcerned: bekymretbravely: tappertashamed: skamtrail: stilungs: lungernecessary: nødvendigopen: åpencolored: fargerikerealized: innså

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 - Dutch: Capturing Connection: A Day of Jazz, Fear, and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-08-31-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De nazomerzon scheen zachtjes over het Vondelpark.En: The late summer sun gently shone over Vondelpark.Nl: Het park was vol kleur; groen gras en bloemen in bloei.En: The park was full of color; green grass and blossoms in bloom.Nl: Bram, Sanne en Joris wandelde samen tussen de bomen.En: Bram, Sanne, and Joris walked together among the trees.Nl: Het was een perfecte dag voor een jazzconcert in de open lucht.En: It was a perfect day for an open-air jazz concert.Nl: Kleine groepjes mensen zaten verspreid op dekens en kussen, luisterend naar de muziek die dwarrelde tussen de bladeren.En: Small groups of people sat scattered on blankets and cushions, listening to the music that swirled among the leaves.Nl: Bram hield zijn camera in zijn hand.En: Bram held his camera in his hand.Nl: Hij was altijd op zoek naar dat ene speciale moment.En: He was always looking for that one special moment.Nl: Emoties vastleggen was zijn passie, maar mensen begreep hij soms niet goed.En: Capturing emotions was his passion, but sometimes he didn't quite understand people.Nl: Sanne liep naast hem.En: Sanne walked beside him.Nl: Ze kende Bram sinds hun kindertijd en hielp hem vaak zich open te stellen.En: She had known Bram since their childhood and often helped him open up.Nl: Maar vandaag draaide alles om Joris.En: But today, everything revolved around Joris.Nl: Joris was zenuwachtig.En: Joris was nervous.Nl: Het was zijn grote optreden in het park, en zijn handen waren klam van de spanning.En: It was his big performance in the park, and his hands were clammy with tension.Nl: Hij probeerde te ademen en te vergeten dat iedereen naar hem zou kijken.En: He tried to breathe and forget that everyone would be watching him.Nl: Sanne zag zijn angst en knipoogde naar hem bemoedigend.En: Sanne saw his fear and winked at him encouragingly.Nl: “Je kan het,” fluisterde ze.En: “You can do it,” she whispered.Nl: Het publiek begon te klappen.En: The audience started to clap.Nl: Joris slaakte een diepe zucht en stapte het podium op met zijn sax.En: Joris let out a deep sigh and stepped onto the stage with his saxophone.Nl: Het eerste nummer begon rustig, een zachte melodie die de zwoele bries streelde.En: The first piece started gently, a soft melody that caressed the sultry breeze.Nl: Bram focuste zijn lens op Joris.En: Bram focused his lens on Joris.Nl: Hij zocht naar dat ene moment van pure emotie, de strijd en de schoonheid van Joris' optreden.En: He was searching for that one moment of pure emotion, the struggle and the beauty of Joris's performance.Nl: Naarmate de muziek vorderde, werd de spanning in Joris' gezicht zichtbaar.En: As the music progressed, the tension in Joris's face became visible.Nl: En juist op het hoogtepunt, toen zijn solo de lucht vulde, gebeurde het.En: And just at the climax, when his solo filled the air, it happened.Nl: Zijn gezicht ontspande, en er verscheen een vlaag van kalmte vermengd met vastberadenheid.En: His face relaxed, and a wave of calm mixed with determination appeared.Nl: Bram drukte af.En: Bram pressed the shutter.Nl: Klik.En: Click.Nl: Daar was het.En: There it was.Nl: Het perfecte plaatje.En: The perfect picture.Nl: Toen de laatste noot wegstierf, barstte het publiek uit in applaus.En: When the last note faded away, the audience burst into applause.Nl: Joris' ogen glommen van blijdschap en opluchting.En: Joris's eyes glistened with happiness and relief.Nl: Bram zag het en glimlachte voor het eerst die dag breed.En: Bram saw it and smiled widely for the first time that day.Nl: Sanne legde een arm om Bram heen en zei zacht: “Je hebt het gevonden, hè?” Die avond, terwijl ze de foto bekeken, begreep Bram eindelijk wat Sanne hem altijd had geprobeerd te vertellen.En: Sanne put an arm around Bram and softly said, “You found it, didn't you?” That evening, as they looked at the photo, Bram finally understood what Sanne had always tried to tell him.Nl: Het ging om verbinding.En: It was about connection.Nl: Niet alleen met de camera, maar met de mensen.En: Not just with the camera, but with people.Nl: Hij keek naar Joris en zag de emotie die zo echt was, dat het zijn hart raakte.En: He looked at Joris and saw the emotion that was so real, it touched his heart.Nl: De foto werd meer dan een kunstwerk.En: The photo became more than a piece of art.Nl: Het werd een bewijs van authenticiteit en emotie.En: It became a testament to authenticity and emotion.Nl: Joris, die zijn angst overwon, en Bram, die eindelijk begreep dat verbinding de sleutel was tot zijn beste werk.En: Joris, who overcame his fear, and Bram, who finally understood that connection was the key to his best work.Nl: En Sanne, die hen beiden had geholpen dichterbij elkaar te komen.En: And Sanne, who had helped them both come closer together.Nl: Vanaf die dag was er iets veranderd.En: From that day, something changed.Nl: Bram voelde zich minder geïsoleerd.En: Bram felt less isolated.Nl: Hij had niet alleen een foto gemaakt, maar ook een herinnering.En: He had not only made a photo but also a memory.Nl: De zomer liep ten einde, maar hun vriendschap werd sterker dan ooit.En: The summer came to an end, but their friendship grew stronger than ever.Nl: Samen, als een harmonieus stuk jazz dat bleef spelen in hun harten.En: Together, like a harmonious piece of jazz that continued to play in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:blossoms: bloemenscattered: verspreidcushions: kussencapturing: vastleggenpassion: passierevolved: draaideclammy: klamtension: spanningwinked: knipoogdeencouragingly: bemoedigendcaressed: streeldesultry: zwoelelens: lensstruggle: strijdclimax: hoogtepuntclap: klappenglistened: glommenauthenticity: authenticiteittestament: bewijsisolation: geïsoleerdmelody: melodiedetermination: vastberadenheidapplause: applausemotions: emotiesharmonious: harmonieusbreeze: briesmoment: momentfear: angstperformance: optredenrelief: opluchting

Fluent Fiction - Italian: From Anxiety to Applause: A Filmmaker's Venice Debut Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-08-31-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Lorenzo camminava lungo i canali di Venezia, il sole estivo scaldava il suo volto.En: Lorenzo walked along the canals of Venezia, the summer sun warming his face.It: Era eccitato, ma anche nervoso.En: He was excited, but also nervous.It: Il Festival del Cinema di Venezia era il suo sogno da quando era bambino.En: The Festival del Cinema di Venezia had been his dream since he was a child.It: Ora era lì, con il suo primo cortometraggio pronto per essere visto.En: Now he was there, with his first short film ready to be seen.It: Giulia era al suo fianco, tenendogli la mano.En: Giulia was by his side, holding his hand.It: "Andrà tutto bene," disse con un sorriso dolce.En: "Everything will be fine," she said with a sweet smile.It: Sapeva quanto significasse questo momento per lui.En: She knew how much this moment meant to him.It: Poteva sentire la tensione nel suo corpo e voleva rassicurarlo.En: She could feel the tension in his body and wanted to reassure him.It: La città era viva.En: The city was alive.It: Gruppi di persone camminavano lungo le strade, parlando di film e attori.En: Groups of people walked along the streets, talking about films and actors.It: Gli edifici storici sembravano più luminosi sotto la luce del sole, e il rumore dell'acqua nei canali creava una melodia rilassante.En: The historic buildings seemed brighter under the sunlight, and the sound of water in the canals created a relaxing melody.It: Lorenzo guardava il Palazzo del Cinema con ammirazione.En: Lorenzo looked at the Palazzo del Cinema with admiration.It: Sapeva che là dentro c'era Elena, la critica famosa.En: He knew that inside was Elena, the famous critic.It: Era conosciuta per le sue opinioni schiette e sincere.En: She was known for her frank and sincere opinions.It: La sua approvazione avrebbe cambiato la sua carriera.En: Her approval would change his career.It: Ogni passo verso l'edificio aumentava la sua ansia.En: Each step towards the building increased his anxiety.It: Gli altri registi sembravano così sicuri, così esperti.En: The other directors seemed so confident, so experienced.It: Lorenzo si chiedeva se fosse all'altezza.En: Lorenzo wondered if he was up to the task.It: "E se non le piace?"En: "What if she doesn't like it?"It: chiese a Giulia.En: he asked Giulia.It: "Non preoccuparti," rispose Giulia.En: "Don't worry," Giulia replied.It: "Mostra il tuo impegno e il tuo talento.En: "Show your commitment and your talent.It: Le piacerà."En: She will like it."It: Deciso a non lasciarsi sopraffare dalla paura, Lorenzo si fece strada nella sala, cercando il volto di Elena tra la folla.En: Determined not to be overwhelmed by fear, Lorenzo made his way into the hall, searching for Elena's face among the crowd.It: Finalmente, la vide.En: Finally, he saw her.It: Seduta, elegante, con uno sguardo concentrato sugli schermi.En: Sitting elegantly, with a focused gaze on the screens.It: Raccogliendo tutto il suo coraggio, si avvicinò.En: Gathering all his courage, he approached.It: "Signora Elena, mi chiamo Lorenzo," disse, con la voce che tremava appena.En: "Ms. Elena, my name is Lorenzo," he said, his voice barely trembling.It: "Vorrei mostrarle il mio cortometraggio.En: "I would like to show you my short film.It: Apprezzerei molto il suo feedback."En: I would greatly appreciate your feedback."It: Elena lo guardò per un momento.En: Elena looked at him for a moment.It: I suoi occhi erano penetranti, ma gentili.En: Her eyes were piercing but kind.It: "Va bene," disse con un leggero sorriso.En: "Alright," she said with a slight smile.It: "Mostrami quello che hai."En: "Show me what you have."It: Il cortometraggio iniziò.En: The short film began.It: Lorenzo sentì il cuore battere forte nel petto.En: Lorenzo felt his heart pounding in his chest.It: Le scene scorrevano sullo schermo, e lui osservava Elena, cercando di indovinare i suoi pensieri.En: The scenes flowed on the screen, and he watched Elena, trying to guess her thoughts.It: All'ultimo fotogramma, la stanza era immersa nel silenzio.En: At the last frame, the room was enveloped in silence.It: Elena rimase in silenzio per un istante, poi si voltò verso di lui.En: Elena remained silent for a moment, then turned to him.It: "Hai talento, Lorenzo," disse.En: "You have talent, Lorenzo," she said.It: "Ma c'è ancora molto lavoro da fare.En: "But there's still a lot of work to do.It: La tua voce è fresca e autentica.En: Your voice is fresh and authentic.It: Continua a migliorarti, accogli le critiche.En: Keep improving, embrace the criticisms.It: Puoi fare grandi cose."En: You can accomplish great things."It: Le parole di Elena risuonarono nelle sue orecchie come musica.En: Elena's words echoed in his ears like music.It: Lorenzo sorrise, un misto di sollievo e gioia.En: Lorenzo smiled, a mix of relief and joy.It: Non solo aveva ottenuto la considerazione di Elena, ma anche una guida per crescere.En: Not only had he gained Elena's consideration, but also guidance for growth.It: Uscendo dal Palazzo del Cinema, con Giulia al suo fianco, sentì un nuovo senso di fiducia.En: Leaving the Palazzo del Cinema, with Giulia by his side, he felt a new sense of confidence.It: Ora sapeva che le critiche erano una parte fondamentale del suo percorso, non un ostacolo.En: Now he knew that criticisms were a fundamental part of his journey, not an obstacle.It: Venezia brillava sotto il sole, i canali riflettevano la luce come uno specchio.En: Venezia sparkled under the sun, the canals reflecting the light like a mirror.It: E Lorenzo, con nuova determinazione, era pronto a brillare come uno dei futuri protagonisti del cinema.En: And Lorenzo, with newfound determination, was ready to shine as one of the future stars of cinema. Vocabulary Words:the canal: il canaleto warm: scaldarenervous: nervosothe festival: il festivalthe short film: il cortometraggioto hold: tenereto reassure: rassicurarehistoric: storicothe sunlight: la luce del soleto admire: ammirarethe critic: la criticato approve: approvarethe director: il registaconfident: sicurothe commitment: l'impegnoto determine: deciderethe hall: la salathe crowd: la follato gather: raccogliereto tremble: tremareto pierce: penetrarethe gaze: lo sguardoto appreciate: apprezzarethe feedback: il feedbackto flow: scorrerethe frame: il fotogrammato accomplish: realizzareto embrace: accoglierethe journey: il percorsoto reflect: riflettere

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: When Rain Brings Sunshine: The Festival That United a Village Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-30-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en tidlig morgen i den lille, sjarmerende landsbyen, omgitt av storslåtte fjell og dype, blå fjorder.En: It was an early morning in the small, charming village, surrounded by magnificent mountains and deep, blue fjords.No: Solen skimret over vannet, og en svak bris bar med seg lukten av nyklippet gress og moden jord.En: The sun shimmered over the water, and a gentle breeze carried the scent of freshly cut grass and ripe earth.No: Midt i dette vakre landskapet lå torget, pyntet for den årlige høstfestivalen.En: In the midst of this beautiful landscape lay the square, decorated for the annual autumn festival.No: Sindre og Eline sto midt i torget, omgitt av fargerike bannere og bord fylt med tradisjonell norsk mat.En: Sindre and Eline stood in the middle of the square, surrounded by colorful banners and tables filled with traditional Norwegian food.No: Sindre, en omhyggelig planlegger, hadde laget detaljerte lister for alt som skulle gjøres.En: Sindre, a meticulous planner, had made detailed lists for everything that needed to be done.No: Han ønsket at festivalen skulle være perfekt.En: He wanted the festival to be perfect.No: Eline, med sin spontane natur, hadde festet egne dekorer og planer; hun ønsket å bringe glede og overraskelser til landsbyen.En: Eline, with her spontaneous nature, had made her own decorations and plans; she wanted to bring joy and surprises to the village.No: "Må vi følge timeplanen til punkt og prikke?" spurte Eline, mens hun hektet blomsterkranser på lyktestolpene.En: "Do we have to follow the schedule to the letter?" asked Eline, as she hung flower garlands on the lamp posts.No: "Vi må gjøre det for å sikre at alt går som det skal," svarte Sindre, hans panne var lett rynket av bekymring.En: "We have to do it to ensure everything goes as it should," answered Sindre, his brow lightly furrowed with concern.No: "Alt må være på plass før landsbyboerne kommer."En: "Everything must be in place before the villagers arrive."No: Eline smilte ertende.En: Eline smiled teasingly.No: "Ikke alt trenger å være så nøye, Sindre. La oss ha litt moro."En: "Not everything needs to be so precise, Sindre. Let's have some fun."No: Sindre så tvilende ut.En: Sindre looked doubtful.No: Han ønsket mer enn noe at festivalen skulle være en suksess, men tanken på at noe kunne gå galt hang over ham.En: More than anything, he wanted the festival to be a success, but the thought that something could go wrong lingered over him.No: Så, på høyden av dagen, samlet folk fra landsbyen seg på torget.En: Then, at the height of the day, people from the village gathered in the square.No: Smilene var brede, latteren overalt.En: Smiles were broad, laughter was everywhere.No: Men plutselig ble den klare himmelen overskyet.En: But suddenly the clear sky became overcast.No: Regndråper begynte å falle, først forsiktig, så kraftig.En: Raindrops began to fall, first gently, then heavily.No: Panikken grep Sindre.En: Panic gripped Sindre.No: "Dette var ikke planen!" sa han nervøst.En: "This wasn't the plan!" he said nervously.No: Men Eline, med sin vanlige ro, tok tak i situasjonen.En: But Eline, with her usual calm, took control of the situation.No: "Vi flytter inn i samlingshuset! Vi kan bruke det åpne rommet der."En: "We'll move into the community house! We can use the open space there."No: Med Sindre ved sin side, organiserte hun forflytningen innendørs.En: With Sindre by her side, she organized the move indoors.No: Bordene ble dratt inn, dekoren fikk nytt liv under taket, og lanternene ble hengt opp i krokene på veggen.En: Tables were dragged in, the decor gained new life under the roof, and lanterns were hung up in the corners of the room.No: Sindre så en ny side av Eline.En: Sindre saw a new side of Eline.No: Hennes evne til å handle raskt og kreativt imponerte ham.En: Her ability to act quickly and creatively impressed him.No: Han begynte selv å organisere folk, brukte sin struktur til å sikre at alt kom på plass.En: He began organizing people himself, using his structure to ensure everything came into place.No: Snart fylte musikk og latter det store rommet.En: Soon, music and laughter filled the large room.No: Folk danset, smakte på pølser og lefse, og barn lekte mellom bordene.En: People danced, tasted sausages and lefse, and children played between the tables.No: Da festivalen var over, sto Sindre og Eline sammen, utslitte men fornøyde.En: When the festival was over, Sindre and Eline stood together, exhausted but satisfied.No: Regnet trommet utendørs, men innsiden var fylt med varme og glede.En: The rain drummed outdoors, but inside was filled with warmth and joy.No: "Jeg må innrømme," sa Sindre, "at litt fleksibilitet kan være bra. Takk, Eline."En: "I must admit," said Sindre, "that a little flexibility can be good. Thank you, Eline."No: Eline lo og klappet ham vennlig på ryggen.En: Eline laughed and kindly patted him on the back.No: "Og jeg ser hvordan en plan kan redde dagen. Kanskje vi gjør en god duo, ja?"En: "And I see how a plan can save the day. Maybe we make a good duo, yes?"No: Festivalen ble en suksess, ikke på grunn av et perfekt planlagt arrangement, men fordi de to lærte å kombinere sine styrker.En: The festival became a success, not because of a perfectly planned event, but because the two learned to combine their strengths.No: Sindre lærte å slippe litt kontroll, og Eline fant verdien i struktur.En: Sindre learned to let go of a little control, and Eline found value in structure.No: Sammen skapte de noe virkelig spesielt for landsbyen.En: Together they created something truly special for the village.No: Og så, mens regnet fortsatte å falle, visste både Sindre og Eline at denne høstfestivalen ville bli husket som en som brakte alle sammen, mot alle odds.En: And so, while the rain continued to fall, both Sindre and Eline knew that this autumn festival would be remembered as one that brought everyone together, against all odds. Vocabulary Words:charming: sjarmerendemagnificent: storslåtteshimmered: skimretbreeze: brisamidst: midt imeticulous: omhyggeligbanners: bannerespontaneous: spontanegarlands: blomsterkranserfurrowed: rynketprecise: nøyeovercast: overskyetraindrops: regndråperpanic: panikkennervously: nervøstindoors: innendørsimpressed: imponerteorganizing: organiserelaughter: lattersausage: pølserexhausted: utslitteflexibility: fleksibilitetstructure: strukturwarmth: varmejoy: gledesuccess: suksesscombine: kombinerecreatively: kreativtdrummed: trommetspontaneity: spontanitet

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Stage Fright to Spotlight: Arjun's Comedic Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-08-29-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: गर्मियों का मौसम था।En: It was the summer season.Hi: हवा में तरंगों की ठंडक थी और बोर्डिंग स्कूल का ऑडिटोरियम छात्रों और शिक्षकों से भरा हुआ था।En: There was a cool breeze in the air, and the auditorium of the boarding school was filled with students and teachers.Hi: सबकी नज़रें मंच पर जमी थीं जहां टैलेंट शो होने वाला था।En: All eyes were fixed on the stage where the talent show was about to take place.Hi: अर्जुन, एक शर्मीला लड़का, पर्दे के पीछे खड़ा था।En: Arjun, a shy boy, was standing behind the curtains.Hi: उसकी सांसें तेज़ थीं और हाथों में कुछ पसीना आ रहा था।En: His breaths were fast, and his hands were a bit sweaty.Hi: लेकिन इस बार मामला अलग था।En: But this time, the matter was different.Hi: उसे न केवल खुद पर यकीन करना था, बल्कि प्रिय को भी प्रभावित करना था।En: Not only did he have to believe in himself, but he also had to impress Priya.Hi: प्रिय, जो अपने आत्मविश्वास और नियमों के प्रति विश्‍वास के लिए जानी जाती थी, उसे अर्जुन की यह बात नहीं पता थी कि वह अद्भुत कॉमेडियन है।En: Priya, known for her confidence and belief in rules, didn't know that Arjun was an amazing comedian.Hi: काबिर, जो हमेशा नए और अलग तरीके आजमाना पसंद करता था, अर्जुन के पास आया।En: Kabir, who always liked to try new and different ways, came to Arjun.Hi: "अर्जुन, क्यों न हम इसमें थोड़ा ट्विस्ट डालें?En: "Arjun, why don't we add a little twist to this?Hi: क्या होता है अगर तुम कुछ अनप्लांड कर दो?En: What if you do something unplanned?"Hi: " काबिर ने अपना विचार मजेदार अंदाज में पेश किया।En: Kabir presented his idea in a fun manner.Hi: अर्जुन उलझन में था।En: Arjun was confused.Hi: क्या वह काबिर के विचार पर भरोसा करे या अपनी तैयार की गई रूटीन पर टिका रहे?En: Should he trust Kabir's idea or stick to his prepared routine?Hi: थोड़ी देर विचार करने पर, उसने काबिर के आइडिया को आजमाने का फैसला किया।En: After thinking for a while, he decided to try Kabir's idea.Hi: अंततः समय आ गया।En: Finally, the time came.Hi: अर्जुन मंच पर आकर खड़ा हुआ।En: Arjun stood on the stage.Hi: पहले दो पंक्तियाँ जैसे ही उसने दोहराईं, उसके दिमाग में ब्लैंक हो गया।En: As soon as he repeated the first two lines, his mind went blank.Hi: लेकिन तभी उसने काबिर की सलाह को याद किया और बिना सोचे कुछ अजीब बातें बोल दीं।En: But then he remembered Kabir's advice and started saying some strange things without thinking.Hi: बच्चों और शिक्षकों की हंसी गूंज उठी।En: The laughter of children and teachers echoed.Hi: अर्जुन ने खुद पर भरोसा किया और पूरी प्रस्तुति की।En: Arjun trusted himself and completed the entire presentation.Hi: उसकी मजाकिया बातें और परिस्थितियों की कॉमेडी ने सबको हंसने पर मजबूर कर दिया।En: His funny remarks and comedic circumstances made everyone laugh.Hi: आखिर में, उसे खड़े होकर तालियों की गड़गड़ाहट मिली।En: In the end, he received a standing ovation.Hi: प्रिय भी उसे हंसते हुए तालियाँ बजा रही थी।En: Priya was also clapping for him while laughing.Hi: उस दिन के बाद अर्जुन ने महसूस किया कि वह सिर्फ दूसरों की अपेक्षाएं पूरी करने के लिए नहीं, बल्कि इसलिए भी कि उसने खुद पर यकीन किया, उसकी हास्य कला पहले से बेहतर बन गई।En: After that day, Arjun realized that it wasn't just about meeting others' expectations, but also because he believed in himself, his comedic skills had improved.Hi: अब वह मंच पर खड़े होकर बिना किसी झिझक से अपनी बातें कहने में सक्षम था।En: Now, he was able to stand on stage and speak without any hesitation.Hi: और गर्मियों की उस शाम ने उसे अकेला नहीं छोड़ा।En: And that summer evening did not leave him alone.Hi: प्रिय भी धीरे-धीरे उसकी ओर आकर्षित होने लगी।En: Priya also gradually started getting attracted to him.Hi: आखिरकार सिर्फ हंसी ही नहीं, आत्मविश्वास भी तो जीत दिलाता है।En: After all, it's not just laughter, but confidence that also leads to victory. Vocabulary Words:auditorium: ऑडिटोरियमcurtains: पर्देshy: शर्मीलाimpress: प्रभावितconfidence: आत्मविश्वासrules: नियमोंcomedian: कॉमेडियनtwist: ट्विस्टunplanned: अनप्लांडconfused: उलझनroutine: रूटीनblank: ब्लैंकadvice: सलाहechoed: गूंजremarks: बातेंcomedian: कॉमेडियनcircumstances: परिस्थितियोंstanding ovation: खड़े होकर तालियोंgradually: धीरे-धीरेexpectations: अपेक्षाएंskills: कलाhesitation: झिझकattracted: आकर्षितvictory: जीतbreeze: ठंडकpresentation: प्रस्तुतिaudience: दर्शकapplause: तालियाँremarkable: अद्भुतhesitant: झिझकता

Fluent Fiction - French: Bridging Worlds: A Festival of Unity and Tradition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-08-28-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil d'été brillait fort sur la communauté autochtone installée le long de la rivière paisible.En: The summer sun shone brightly on the Indigenous community settled along the peaceful river.Fr: Des maisons en bois traditionnelles bordaient le chemin principal, et le centre communautaire servait de point de rencontre pour tous.En: Traditional wooden houses lined the main path, and the community center served as a meeting point for everyone.Fr: Élise, venue de Montréal, était pleine d'énergie et de bonnes intentions.En: Élise, coming from Montréal, was full of energy and good intentions.Fr: Elle voulait organiser un festival culturel qui réunirait tout le monde, autochtones et visiteurs, dans une ambiance de partage et de respect.En: She wanted to organize a cultural festival that would bring together everyone, Indigenous people and visitors alike, in an atmosphere of sharing and respect.Fr: Elle savait que ce ne serait pas facile.En: She knew it wouldn't be easy.Fr: Luc, un artiste local, était fier de ses racines et méfiant envers les étrangers.En: Luc, a local artist, was proud of his roots and wary of outsiders.Fr: Sophie, l'amie d'Élise, était prête à aider mais ne connaissait pas les traditions locales.En: Sophie, Élise's friend, was ready to help but was unfamiliar with the local traditions.Fr: Chaque jour, Élise parlait avec Luc.En: Every day, Élise spoke with Luc.Fr: Ils marchaient ensemble le long de la rivière, où il lui montrait comment il utilisait les ressources naturelles pour ses œuvres.En: They walked together along the river, where he showed her how he used natural resources for his artworks.Fr: Un après-midi, alors qu'ils s'asseyaient sous un grand érable, Luc dit : "Tu dois comprendre notre histoire, Élise.En: One afternoon, as they sat under a large maple tree, Luc said, "You must understand our history, Élise.Fr: Pas seulement celle que l'on raconte dans les livres."En: Not just the one told in books."Fr: Élise hocha la tête.En: Élise nodded.Fr: "Je veux apprendre de toi.En: "I want to learn from you.Fr: Ensemble, on peut faire quelque chose de beau."En: Together, we can create something beautiful."Fr: Avec le temps, Élise gagna la confiance de Luc.En: Over time, Élise earned Luc's trust.Fr: Il l'aida avec la planification du festival, s'assurant que les traditions locales soient respectées.En: He helped her with the festival planning, ensuring that local traditions were respected.Fr: Sophie, toujours à ses côtés, apprit elle aussi à écouter et à comprendre.En: Sophie, always by her side, also learned to listen and understand.Fr: Le moment de vérité arriva.En: The moment of truth arrived.Fr: Lors d'une réunion cruciale avec les dirigeants de la communauté, Élise se tenait devant eux, les mains tremblantes mais déterminée.En: During a crucial meeting with the community leaders, Élise stood before them, her hands trembling but determined.Fr: "Je sais que je viens de l'extérieur," commença-t-elle.En: "I know I come from outside," she began.Fr: "Mais je veux honorer vos traditions, apprendre de vous et créer un lien entre nos mondes."En: "But I want to honor your traditions, learn from you, and create a connection between our worlds."Fr: Il y eut un silence.En: There was a silence.Fr: Puis, un des aînés prit la parole.En: Then, one of the elders spoke.Fr: "Nous te donnerons une chance, Élise.En: "We will give you a chance, Élise.Fr: Prouve-nous que ce festival est pour nous tous."En: Prove to us that this festival is for all of us."Fr: Le jour du festival, l'air était rempli de rires et de musique.En: On the day of the festival, the air was filled with laughter and music.Fr: Des tentes étaient disposées, chacune mettant en avant un artisan local ou une activité culturelle.En: Tents were set up, each highlighting a local artisan or cultural activity.Fr: Luc avait préparé une exposition d'art, et les enfants jouaient près de la rivière.En: Luc had prepared an art exhibition, and children played by the river.Fr: Élise regarda autour d'elle, émue.En: Élise looked around, moved.Fr: Les habitants étaient heureux, et même les sceptiques avaient fini par sourire.En: The residents were happy, and even the skeptics eventually smiled.Fr: Luc, debout à côté d'elle, murmura : "Tu as bien fait, Élise."En: Luc, standing next to her, murmured, "You did well, Élise."Fr: Une nouvelle tradition était née.En: A new tradition was born.Fr: Chaque année, la communauté et les visiteurs se réuniraient pour célébrer ensemble, grâce à l'effort et à la vision d'Élise.En: Each year, the community and visitors would come together to celebrate, thanks to Élise's effort and vision.Fr: Elle avait appris à écouter, à respecter et à collaborer.En: She had learned to listen, respect, and collaborate.Fr: Luc, lui, était devenu plus ouvert aux échanges avec l'extérieur.En: Luc, on the other hand, had become more open to exchanges with outsiders.Fr: Ensemble, ils avaient construit un pont entre leurs mondes, sous le ciel bleu de l'été québécois.En: Together, they had built a bridge between their worlds, under the blue sky of the Québécois summer. Vocabulary Words:the sun: le soleilthe community: la communautéthe river: la rivièrethe path: le cheminthe intention: l'intentionthe atmosphere: l'ambiancethe root: la racinethe outsider: l'étrangerthe history: l'histoirethe book: le livrethe respect: le respectthe trust: la confiancethe elder: l'aînéthe laughter: le rirethe art: l'artthe tent: la tentethe artisan: l'artisanthe festival: le festivalthe truth: la véritéthe meeting: la réunionto honor: honorerto prove: prouverto learn: apprendreto smile: sourireto create: créerto respect: respecterto collaborate: collaborerto organize: organiserto tremble: tremblerthe tradition: la tradition

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Crafting Memories: A Homegrown Back-to-School Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-27-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Den varme sommersolen strømmet inn gjennom de store vinduene i det romslige familienhjemmet.En: The warm summer sun streamed in through the large windows of the spacious family home.No: Barnas latter fylte luften, mens Sigrid sto ved kjøkkenbordet med en liste i hånden.En: The children's laughter filled the air, while Sigrid stood at the kitchen table with a list in her hand.No: Det var tid for å handle inn til skolestart.En: It was time to shop for the start of school.No: Leif, hennes tiårige sønn, kikket over hennes skulder, med øynene glinsende av spenning.En: Leif, her ten-year-old son, looked over her shoulder, his eyes gleaming with excitement.No: "Hva med en ny ryggsekk, mamma?En: "What about a new backpack, mom?"No: " spurte Leif ivrig, og så for seg en sekk med favorittfigurene hans trykt på.En: asked Leif eagerly, envisioning a backpack with his favorite characters printed on it.No: Sigrid smilte forsiktig.En: Sigrid smiled gently.No: Budsjettet var stramt denne sommeren.En: The budget was tight this summer.No: Hun visste at Leif ønsket seg mange ting til skolestart, men hun måtte tenke smart.En: She knew that Leif wanted many things for school, but she had to think wisely.No: I det samme kom Kari, Sigrids eldre søster, inn på kjøkkenet.En: At that moment, Kari, Sigrid's older sister, entered the kitchen.No: Hun var kjent for sin praktiske tilnærming til livet.En: She was known for her practical approach to life.No: "Hva står på listen nå da, Sigrid?En: "What's on the list now, Sigrid?"No: " spurte Kari mens hun skjenket seg en kopp kaffe.En: asked Kari as she poured herself a cup of coffee.No: "Det vanlige," svarte Sigrid.En: "The usual," answered Sigrid.No: "Papir, blyanter, klær.En: "Paper, pencils, clothes.No: Leif vil ha en ny ryggsekk, men vi må se hvordan pengene strekker til.En: Leif wants a new backpack, but we have to see how far the money stretches."No: "Kari nikket og kastet et blikk på listen.En: Kari nodded and glanced at the list.No: "Husk, det viktigste er det han virkelig trenger.En: "Remember, the most important is what he truly needs.No: Ikke alt han vil ha.En: Not everything he wants."No: "Det var en vennlig påminnelse, men det gjorde ikke Sigrids oppgave lettere.En: It was a friendly reminder, but it didn't make Sigrid's task any easier.No: Hun ønsket det beste for sønnen sin, men hun måtte også være fornuftig.En: She wanted the best for her son, but she also had to be sensible.No: De satt seg rundt kjøkkenbordet, og snart begynte en vennlig, men intens diskusjon.En: They sat around the kitchen table, and soon a friendly but intense discussion began.No: Sigrid veide Leifs ønsker mot budsjettets realiteter.En: Sigrid weighed Leif's desires against the budget's realities.No: Det var lett å la seg rive med i barnets entusiasme, men Kari holdt henne jordet.En: It was easy to get carried away by the child's enthusiasm, but Kari kept her grounded.No: "Vi kan ikke alltid gi etter, Leif," forklarte Sigrid.En: "We can't always give in, Leif," explained Sigrid.No: "Men kanskje vi kan finne et kompromiss.En: "But maybe we can find a compromise."No: "I det øyeblikket slo en idé ned i henne.En: At that moment, an idea struck her.No: "Hva om vi lager noe av det vi trenger hjemme?En: "What if we make some of the things we need at home?"No: " foreslo hun, en gnist av kreativitet i øynene.En: she suggested, a spark of creativity in her eyes.No: Kari så på henne med et ros av anerkjennelse i blikket.En: Kari looked at her with a hint of recognition in her gaze.No: "Det er ikke en dum idé," sa hun.En: "That's not a bad idea," she said.No: "Vi kan jo bruke det vi har til å lage noe spesielt.En: "We can use what we have to make something special."No: "Leif så fortsatt litt skeptisk ut, men Sigrid begynte allerede å tenke på hvordan de kunne forvandle gamle materialer til nye skatter.En: Leif still looked a little skeptical, but Sigrid was already starting to think about how they could transform old materials into new treasures.No: Gamle t-skjorter kunne bli til personlige tegneblokker, og hans gamle ryggsekk kunne pyntes med lapper og merker.En: Old t-shirts could become personalized sketchbooks, and his old backpack could be decorated with patches and badges.No: Når dagen nærmet seg slutten, merket Sigrid at den anspente stemningen hadde lettet.En: As the day drew to a close, Sigrid noticed that the tense atmosphere had eased.No: Familien jobbet sammen, og samtidig lærte Leif viktigheten av kreativitet og å sette pris på det de allerede hadde.En: The family worked together, and at the same time, Leif learned the importance of creativity and appreciating what they already had.No: Gjennom denne prosessen innså Sigrid at noen ganger trengs det både kompromiss og kreativitet for å navigere de små utfordringene i livet.En: Through this process, Sigrid realized that sometimes both compromise and creativity are needed to navigate the small challenges in life.No: Hun hadde klart å kombinere Leifs ønsker og familiens behov, og skapte dermed et nytt bånd mellom dem.En: She managed to combine Leif's wishes and the family's needs, thereby creating a new bond between them.No: Solen gikk sakte ned utenfor, og i det varme lyset så Sigrid at familien hennes ikke bare var klar for skolestart, men også hadde fått en ny forståelse for å lage minner sammen.En: The sun slowly set outside, and in the warm light, Sigrid saw that her family was not only ready for the start of school but had also gained a new understanding of creating memories together. Vocabulary Words:streamed: strømmetspacious: romsligegleaming: glinsendeenvisioning: for segprinted: tryktbudget: budsjettetpractical: praktiskecompromise: kompromisscreativity: kreativitetskeptical: skeptiskdecorated: pyntespatches: lapperbadges: merkertension: anspenteease: lettettransform: forvandletreasures: skatterrealities: realitetergrounded: jordetcompromise: kompromissintend: ønsketrecognition: anerkjennelseatmosphere: stemningnavigate: navigerebond: båndmemories: minnerpouring: skjenketfavorite: favorittapproach: tilnærmingstrained: stramt

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Conquering the Moerassige Moeras: Adventure Beyond the Mist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-08-26-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon straalde fel aan de zomerhemel, maar in het Moerassige Moeras hing een mist zo dicht, dat het leek alsof de wolken de grond hadden geraakt.En: The sun shone brightly in the summer sky, but in the Moerassige Moeras hung a mist so dense that it seemed as if the clouds had touched the ground.Nl: Bram, Sophie en Joris stonden aan de rand van het moeras, klaar voor een dag vol avontuur.En: Bram, Sophie, and Joris stood at the edge of the swamp, ready for a day full of adventure.Nl: Bram glimlachte, hoewel zijn hart sneller klopte van spanning.En: Bram smiled, even though his heart was beating faster with excitement.Nl: Het was een kans om iets nieuws te beleven, maar ook een test voor zijn lichaam, dat soms niet meewerkte.En: It was a chance to experience something new, but also a test for his body, which sometimes didn't cooperate.Nl: "Wat een mysterieuze plek," zei Sophie terwijl ze de nevel in staarde.En: "What a mysterious place," said Sophie as she stared into the fog.Nl: Joris, altijd enthousiast, trok zijn schoenen strakker en lachte.En: Joris, always enthusiastic, tightened his shoes and laughed.Nl: "Laten we gaan!En: "Let's go!Nl: We moeten de geheimen van het moeras ontdekken!"En: We must discover the secrets of the swamp!"Nl: Terwijl ze hun weg baanden over het zachte, modderige pad, voelde Bram de lucht zwaar in zijn longen.En: As they made their way over the soft, muddy path, Bram felt the air heavy in his lungs.Nl: Hij ademde dieper in, hopend dat het zou helpen.En: He inhaled more deeply, hoping it would help.Nl: Maar de mist deed het tegenovergestelde.En: But the mist did the opposite.Nl: Hij voelde een lichte beklemming, maar hij wilde zijn vrienden niet vertellen.En: He felt a slight tightness, but he didn't want to tell his friends.Nl: Hij wilde niet de zwakke schakel zijn.En: He didn't want to be the weak link.Nl: Het trio liep verder, hun voetstappen klotsend in de drassige bodem.En: The trio walked on, their footsteps splashing in the soggy ground.Nl: Vogels fladderden boven hen, en af en toe kraakte er iets in de verte.En: Birds fluttered above them, and occasionally something creaked in the distance.Nl: Joris liep voorop, Sophie hielp Bram over een glibberige steen.En: Joris led the way, and Sophie helped Bram over a slippery stone.Nl: "Alles goed, Bram?"En: "Everything okay, Bram?"Nl: vroeg ze bezorgd toen ze zijn twijfelachtige blik ving.En: she asked worriedly when she caught his doubtful look.Nl: "Ja, ja, alles prima," loog hij met een zwakke glimlach.En: "Yeah, yeah, all good," he lied with a weak smile.Nl: Hij wilde niet stoppen.En: He didn't want to stop.Nl: Niet nu.En: Not now.Nl: Maar al snel werd het moeilijker.En: But soon it became more difficult.Nl: Zijn vastberadenheid begon te wankelen toen elke ademhaling zwaarder werd.En: His determination began to waver as each breath became heavier.Nl: Hij probeerde niet aan zijn inhalator te denken, die in zijn rugzak zat.En: He tried not to think of his inhaler, which was in his backpack.Nl: Toch, diep van binnen, wist hij dat hij het niet lang meer vol zou houden.En: Still, deep down, he knew he wouldn't be able to hold on much longer.Nl: Opeens draaide de wereld om hem heen, en Bram stopte abrupt.En: Suddenly, the world spun around him, and Bram stopped abruptly.Nl: Hij haalde piepend adem, zijn hand grijpend naar zijn borst.En: He wheezed, his hand grasping at his chest.Nl: Paniek maakte zich van hem meester.En: Panic overtook him.Nl: "Bram!"En: "Bram!"Nl: riep Sophie verontrust toen ze hem zag worstelen.En: Sophie called out in distress as she saw him struggling.Nl: Joris draaide zich om, duidelijk niet wetend wat er gebeurde.En: Joris turned around, clearly not knowing what was happening.Nl: "Moeten we stoppen?"En: "Do we need to stop?"Nl: Sophie knielde bij Bram neer, haar hand op zijn schouder.En: Sophie knelt beside Bram, her hand on his shoulder.Nl: Ze haalde snel zijn inhalator uit de zak in zijn rugzak en gaf die aan hem.En: She quickly got his inhaler from the pocket in his backpack and handed it to him.Nl: "Hier, Bram, rustig, je bent oké."En: "Here, Bram, take it easy, you're okay."Nl: Met bevende handen nam Bram een paar ademhalingen van de inhalator.En: With trembling hands, Bram took a few breaths from the inhaler.Nl: Langzaam maar zeker kalmeerde zijn ademhaling.En: Slowly but surely, his breathing calmed.Nl: De mist leek iets op te klaren toen de zuurstof terugkeerde in zijn longen.En: The mist seemed to clear slightly as oxygen returned to his lungs.Nl: "Dank je, Sophie," fluisterde hij, zijn ogen vochtig van opluchting.En: "Thank you, Sophie," he whispered, his eyes moistened with relief.Nl: Joris keek geschrokken en verontschuldigend.En: Joris looked shocked and apologetic.Nl: "Bram, het spijt me.En: "Bram, I'm sorry.Nl: Ik wist niet dat je astma had."En: I didn't know you had asthma."Nl: Bram, nog steeds hijgend maar stabieler, keek naar zijn vrienden.En: Bram, still panting but more stable, looked at his friends.Nl: "Het is oké.En: "It's okay.Nl: Ik had het jullie eerder moeten zeggen."En: I should have told you earlier."Nl: De opluchting van het gezelschap werd voelbaar.En: The relief of the group was palpable.Nl: Joris legde zijn hand op Bram's schouder.En: Joris placed his hand on Bram's shoulder.Nl: "Je hoeft niets verborgen te houden, vriend.En: "You don't have to hide anything, my friend.Nl: We zijn hier om elkaar te steunen."En: We're here to support each other."Nl: Samen vonden ze hun weg terug naar veiligere grond.En: Together they found their way back to safer ground.Nl: Het moeras dat ooit angstwekkend had geleken, was nu een plek van verzoening en begrip geworden.En: The swamp that once seemed frightening was now a place of reconciliation and understanding.Nl: Bram realiseerde zich dat hij sterker was als hij zijn angsten deelde, en dat zijn vrienden er altijd zouden zijn om hem te helpen.En: Bram realized he was stronger when he shared his fears, and that his friends would always be there to help him.Nl: En hoewel de mist van het moeras nog steeds geheimen verbergde, was er één ding helder.En: And although the mist of the swamp still hid secrets, one thing was clear.Nl: Vriendschap maakte zelfs de dichte mist lichter.En: Friendship made even the dense mist lighter. Vocabulary Words:shone: straaldedense: dichtswamp: moerasadventure: avontuurexcitement: spanningcooperate: meewerktefog: nevelenthusiastic: enthousiastsoggy: drassigefluttered: fladderdencreaked: kraakteslippery: glibberigedoubtful: twijfelachtigewaver: wankelendetermination: vastberadenheidwheezed: piependdistress: verontruststruggling: worstelenabruptly: abruptshoulder: schouderinhaler: inhalatorpanting: hijgendpalpable: voelbaarreconciliation: verzoeningunderstanding: begriprelief: opluchtingmoistened: vochtigrealized: realiseerdesupport: steunenfrightening: angstwekkend

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Monolitten to Friendship: A Chance Meeting in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-24-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Solen skinte høyt over Oslo en varm sommerdag.En: The sun shone high over Oslo on a warm summer day.No: Vigelandsparken var full av liv og latter.En: Vigelandsparken was full of life and laughter.No: På en benk ved Monolitten satt Sindre, dypt i sine egne tanker.En: On a bench by Monolitten, Sindre sat, deep in his own thoughts.No: Han studerte den oppadstrakte skulpturen med en intensitet få andre kunne matche.En: He studied the towering sculpture with an intensity few others could match.No: Det var noe med monumentets kraft og detaljer som snakket til hans kunstneriske sjel.En: There was something about the monument's power and details that spoke to his artistic soul.No: Ikke langt unna befant Astrid seg, fascinert av samme skulptur.En: Not far away was Astrid, fascinated by the same sculpture.No: Hun var en nysgjerrig reisende, ivrig etter å oppdage norsk kunst og kultur.En: She was a curious traveler, eager to discover Norwegian art and culture.No: Da hennes blikk møtte skulpturen, virket det som om all støy rundt henne forsvant.En: When her gaze met the sculpture, it seemed as if all the noise around her disappeared.No: Hun følte seg oppmuntret til å forstå mer om det hun så.En: She felt encouraged to understand more about what she saw.No: Sindre så hvordan Astrid studerte skulpturen.En: Sindre noticed how Astrid studied the sculpture.No: Hans hjerte slo raskere.En: His heart beat faster.No: Behovet for å dele hans tanker om kunst verket sterkt i ham, men frykten for å ta det første skrittet holdt ham tilbake.En: The need to share his thoughts on art ached strongly within him, but the fear of taking the first step held him back.No: Elias, Sindres venn og stundvis muse, pleide å si, "Folk er ikke så skumle som du tror, Sindre.En: Elias, Sindre's friend and occasional muse, used to say, "People aren't as scary as you think, Sindre.No: Bare si hei!En: Just say hi!"No: "Med Elias' ord i tankene, stod Sindre opp, rettet på jakken og gikk bort til Astrid.En: With Elias' words in mind, Sindre stood up, straightened his jacket, and walked over to Astrid.No: "Hei," begynte han, litt nølende.En: "Hi," he began, a bit hesitantly.No: "Det ser ut som du også liker Monolitten?En: "It looks like you also like Monolitten?"No: "Astrid smilte varmt.En: Astrid smiled warmly.No: "Ja, det er så imponerende.En: "Yes, it's so impressive.No: Har du sett mange av skulpturene her?En: Have you seen many of the sculptures here?"No: "Sindre nikket.En: Sindre nodded.No: "Dette er favorittstedet mitt i Oslo.En: "This is my favorite place in Oslo.No: Jeg finner alltid inspirasjon her.En: I always find inspiration here."No: "De begynte å snakke, først om Monolitten, deretter om flere av parkens skulpturer.En: They started talking, first about Monolitten, then about more of the park's sculptures.No: Samtalen fløt lett, og timer passerte uten at noen av dem merket det.En: The conversation flowed easily, and hours passed without either of them noticing.No: De delte sine tanker om kunst, reise og livet generelt.En: They shared their thoughts on art, travel, and life in general.No: For første gang på lenge, følte Sindre seg forstått.En: For the first time in a long while, Sindre felt understood.No: Til slutt trakk Astrid frem mobilen.En: Finally, Astrid pulled out her phone.No: "Vil du holde kontakten?En: "Do you want to keep in touch?No: Du kan vise meg flere av dine favorittted, og kanskje jeg kan dele noen av mine.En: You can show me more of your favorite spots, and maybe I can share some of mine."No: "Sindre lyste opp og nikket ivrig.En: Sindre brightened up and nodded eagerly.No: De utvekslet kontaktinformasjon, begge fulle av forventning til fremtidige samtaler og opplevelser.En: They exchanged contact information, both full of anticipation for future conversations and experiences.No: Da solen begynte å synke lavere på himmelen, visste Sindre én ting: denne dagen i Vigelandsparken hadde endret noe i ham.En: As the sun began to sink lower in the sky, Sindre knew one thing: this day in Vigelandsparken had changed something in him.No: Han følte en ny motivasjon til å skape og en ny selvtillit til å uttrykke det som lå i hans hjertes dyp.En: He felt a new motivation to create and a new confidence to express what lay deep in his heart.No: På avstand kom Elias, vinket og ropte, "Jeg sa jo det!En: In the distance, Elias came, waving and shouting, "I told you so!No: Du greide det, Sindre!En: You did it, Sindre!"No: " Astrid lo, og Sindre kunne ikke annet enn å smile bredt.En: Astrid laughed, and Sindre couldn't help but smile broadly.No: Dette var bare begynnelsen.En: This was just the beginning. Vocabulary Words:shone: skintebench: benktowering: oppadstrakteintensity: intensitetmonument: monumentetpower: kraftdetails: detaljerartistic: kunstneriskecurious: nysgjerrigeager: ivriggaze: blikkencouraged: oppmuntretache: verkethesitantly: nølendeimpressive: imponerendeinspiration: inspirasjonconversation: samtalenflowed: fløtmotivation: motivasjonconfidence: selvtillitanticipation: forventningexpress: uttrykkefascinated: fascinerttraveler: reisendedisappeared: forsvantoccasional: stundvisnoticed: såexchanged: utveksletfavorite: favorittstedetbroaden: bredt

Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Seaweed Hat Craze: The Trend That Started as a Prank Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-24-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede lyst over Nyhavn kajen, og sommervarmen fik luften til at vibrere over det brostensbelagte gade.En: The sun shone brightly over the Nyhavn quay, and the summer heat made the air vibrate above the cobblestone street.Da: Astrid betragtede folkemylderet fra sin butik.En: Astrid watched the bustling crowd from her shop.Da: Hun havde altid en fornemmelse for nye trends, og noget havde fanget hendes øje.En: She always had a knack for new trends, and something had caught her eye.Da: Blandt de mange turister spottede hun flere med hvad der lignede hatte lavet af tang.En: Among the many tourists, she spotted several wearing what looked like hats made of seaweed.Da: "Det er den nye mode!"En: "It's the new fashion!"Da: erklærede hun til sin ven Lars, der netop kom ind i hendes butik for at købe sit daglige stykke wienerbrød.En: she declared to her friend Lars, who had just entered her shop to buy his daily piece of Danish pastry.Da: "Hatte lavet af tang?"En: "Hats made of seaweed?"Da: spurgte Lars og studsede over Astrids ivrige betoning.En: Lars asked, puzzled by Astrid's eager emphasis.Da: "Astrid, det er sikkert bare noget, de har fundet på, ikke en rigtig trend."En: "Astrid, it's probably just something they came up with, not a real trend."Da: Astrid rynkede brynene.En: Astrid furrowed her brow.Da: Hun var sikker på, at der lå muligheder i denne tendens.En: She was certain there were opportunities in this trend.Da: "Jeg er nødt til at handle hurtigt.En: "I need to act quickly.Da: Jeg kan lave dem selv," svarede hun beslutsomt og begyndte at samle materialer til at fremstille sine egne tanghatte.En: I can make them myself," she replied determinedly and began gathering materials to create her own seaweed hats.Da: Eftermiddagen gik med ivrig aktivitet imens Astrid knyttede, klippede og viklede tang omkring stel lavet af bast.En: The afternoon passed with eager activity as Astrid tied, cut, and wrapped seaweed around frames made of bast.Da: Lars rystede på hovedet, skeptisk, men så på med et lille smil i mundvigen.En: Lars shook his head, skeptical, but watched with a small smile at the corner of his mouth.Da: Lige inden solnedgang drejede en gruppe turister om hjørnet, stadig iført tanghatte.En: Just before sunset, a group of tourists rounded the corner, still wearing seaweed hats.Da: De lo højlydt, deres ansigter røde fra sol og saltvand.En: They laughed loudly, their faces red from sun and saltwater.Da: Turistgruppen drev gennem gaderne og udløste latter, pegen og kameraklik fra alle sider.En: The group drifted through the streets, triggering laughter, pointing, and camera clicks from all directions.Da: Astrid svajede triumferende til Lars.En: Astrid swayed triumphantly to Lars.Da: "Se!En: "See!Da: Jeg sagde, det var en trend!"En: I told you it was a trend!"Da: Men da gruppen nåede Astrids butik, afslørede de, at det hele var en spøg for en YouTube-kanal.En: But as the group reached Astrid's shop, they revealed it was all a prank for a YouTube channel.Da: Forsamlingen brød i latter, men Astrid lo sammen med dem, måbende over deres påfund.En: The gathering burst into laughter, but Astrid laughed along with them, amazed by their invention.Da: Turen satte sig ved Astrids café, snakkede og spiste hendes kager.En: The group settled at Astrid's café, chatting and eating her pastries.Da: Butikken blev hurtigt fyldt med nysgerrige kunder tiltrukket af støjen og latteren.En: The shop quickly filled with curious customers drawn by the noise and laughter.Da: Uden at vide af det, havde Astrid skabt en scene midt i Nyhavn.En: Without knowing it, Astrid had created a scene in the middle of Nyhavn.Da: Mens de sidste solstråler husede over kanalen, indså Astrid noget vigtigt.En: As the last rays of sun nestled over the canal, Astrid realized something important.Da: Ikke alle trends er hvad de ser ud til at være, men hendes mod til at springe ud i det ukendte kunne stadig føre til noget godt.En: Not all trends are what they appear to be, but her courage to dive into the unknown could still lead to something good.Da: Som natten faldt, vidste hun én ting med sikkerhed – uanset om det var på grund af ægte interesse eller bare en god historie, havde hun opnået sit mål.En: As night fell, she knew one thing for sure—whether due to genuine interest or just a good story, she had achieved her goal.Da: Og Lars?En: And Lars?Da: Han nikkede anerkendende, mens han skålede med hende i det bløde skumringslys.En: He nodded approvingly, toasting with her in the gentle twilight.Da: "Måske er der alligevel noget ved dine skøre idéer."En: "Maybe there's something to your crazy ideas after all." Vocabulary Words:quay: kajenvibrate: vibrerecobblestone: brostensbelagtebustling: folkemylderetknack: fornemmelsetrends: trendspuzzled: studsedeemphasis: betoningfurrowed: rynkebrow: brynenedeterminedly: beslutsomtframes: stelbast: bastskeptical: skeptisksunset: solnedgangdrifted: drevtriggering: udløsteprank: spøginvention: påfundnestled: husecourage: modtwilight: skumringslysapproved: anerkendendetoasting: skåledegenuine: ægtecurious: nysgerrigechatting: snakkedeopportunity: mulighedertires: dækcorner: mellemrummet

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Serendipity at the Trevi: Finding Friendship in Roma Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-08-24-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole splendeva su Roma quel Ferragosto.En: The sun shone over Roma that Ferragosto.It: La Fontana di Trevi brillava sotto la luce dorata, e intorno, un turbinio di turisti lanciava monete, sperando nei desideri.En: The Fontana di Trevi glimmered under the golden light, and around it, a whirl of tourists threw coins, wishing for their desires.It: Luca era seduto su una panchina, il suo blocco da disegno saldo tra le mani.En: Luca was seated on a bench, his sketchbook firmly in hand.It: I suoi occhi osservavano attenti il movimento dell'acqua, cercando ispirazione.En: His eyes attentively observed the movement of the water, seeking inspiration.It: Non lontano, Giulia si era presa una breve pausa dal suo lavoro.En: Not far away, Giulia had taken a short break from her work.It: Aveva deciso di visitare la fontana, desiderando un momento di pace.En: She had decided to visit the fountain, longing for a moment of peace.It: Guardò la folla che gettava monete e si chiese quale sarebbe stato il suo desiderio.En: She watched the crowd throwing coins and wondered what her own wish would be.It: Luca sollevò gli occhi dal suo disegno e notò Giulia.En: Luca lifted his eyes from his drawing and noticed Giulia.It: Lei guardava l'acqua con uno sguardo concentrato.En: She was gazing at the water with a focused look.It: Era diversa dagli altri turisti, sembrava in cerca di qualcosa di più profondo.En: She was different from the other tourists, seeming to search for something deeper.It: Luca decise di rompere la sua solitaria routine.En: Luca decided to break his solitary routine.It: "Stai facendo un desiderio?"En: "Are you making a wish?"It: chiese Luca a bassa voce, avvicinandosi cautamente.En: Luca asked softly, approaching cautiously.It: Giulia si girò sorpresa.En: Giulia turned, surprised.It: "Sì, ma non so ancora cosa desiderare," rispose con un sorriso.En: "Yes, but I don't know what to wish for yet," she replied with a smile.It: Luca sorrise, prendendo fiato.En: Luca smiled, taking a breath.It: "Io sono un artista," disse.En: "I'm an artist," he said.It: "Cerco ispirazione qui."En: "I seek inspiration here."It: "È un bel posto per trovarla," rispose Giulia.En: "It's a lovely place to find it," Giulia replied.It: "Sai, anch'io cerco qualcosa.En: "You know, I'm also looking for something.It: Magari un momento speciale, fuori dal lavoro."En: Perhaps a special moment, away from work."It: Luca esitò, ma sentì il bisogno di aprirsi.En: Luca hesitated but felt the need to open up.It: "Io non so sempre cosa disegnare.En: "I don't always know what to draw.It: Pensavo che parlare con qualcuno potesse aiutare."En: I thought that speaking with someone might help."It: Giulia annuì, comprensiva.En: Giulia nodded, understanding.It: "Forse possiamo aiutarci a vicenda.En: "Maybe we can help each other.It: Ti va di ascoltare il mio desiderio?En: Would you like to hear my wish?It: E io ascolterò il tuo."En: And I'll listen to yours."It: Così, i due condividerono i loro sogni.En: And so, the two shared their dreams.It: Luca disegnò mentre Giulia parlava della sua voglia di trovare un amico sincero.En: Luca drew while Giulia spoke of her desire to find a sincere friend.It: La loro conversazione fluiva facilmente.En: Their conversation flowed easily.It: Giulia si sentiva leggera, e Luca trovava nuova ispirazione.En: Giulia felt light, and Luca found new inspiration.It: Dopo un po', Luca mostrò il suo disegno a Giulia.En: After a while, Luca showed his drawing to Giulia.It: Rappresentava la fontana, ma al suo centro c'erano due persone, simbolo del loro incontro.En: It depicted the fountain, but at its center were two people, symbolic of their meeting.It: "Questo è il mio nuovo inizio," disse Luca, con più sicurezza nella voce.En: "This is my new beginning," said Luca, with more confidence in his voice.It: Giulia rise, felice.En: Giulia laughed, happy.It: "E tu sei stata la mia pausa meravigliosa," rispose.En: "And you've been my wonderful break," she replied.It: In quel pomeriggio d'estate, tra le onde della fontana e il frastuono di Roma, Luca e Giulia scoprirono qualcosa di speciale.En: On that summer afternoon, among the waves of the fountain and the clamor of Roma, Luca and Giulia discovered something special.It: Luca imparò a trovare ispirazione non solo nelle cose, ma anche nelle persone.En: Luca learned to find inspiration not only in things but also in people.It: Giulia trovò il contatto umano che cercava.En: Giulia found the human connection she was looking for.It: Si salutarono, con la promessa di ritrovarsi presto, amici oltre la routine.En: They said goodbye, with the promise to meet again soon, friends beyond the routine.It: E così, la Fontana di Trevi conservò un altro segreto tra i suoi desideri esauditi, mentre Roma continuava a respirare e vivere sotto il suo cielo estivo.En: And so, the Fontana di Trevi kept another secret among its granted wishes, while Roma continued to breathe and live under its summer sky. Vocabulary Words:the sun: il soleFerragosto: Ferragostoglimmered: brillavagolden: doratawhirl: turbiniocoins: monetebench: panchinasketchbook: blocco da disegnoattentively: attentimoment: momentopeace: pacefocused: concentratosolitary: solitariaroutine: routinewishes: desideriinspiration: ispirazionedrawing: disegnodesire: desideriosincere: sinceroconversation: conversazionelight: leggeradepicted: rappresentavasymbolic: simboloconfidence: più sicurezzawonderful: meravigliosaafternoon: pomeriggiowaves: ondeclamor: frastuonohuman connection: contatto umanobreathe: respirare

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Serendipity at Sunset: Capturing Kinderdijk's Timeless Charm Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-08-22-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Op een warme zomerdag in Kinderdijk stonden de windmolens trots tegen de blauwe lucht.En: On a warm summer day in Kinderdijk, the windmills stood proudly against the blue sky.Nl: Het gras was groen en een briesje blies zachtjes over de velden.En: The grass was green and a breeze blew gently over the fields.Nl: Freek, een gepassioneerde fotograaf, liep langs de paden.En: Freek, a passionate photographer, walked along the paths.Nl: Hij zocht naar het perfecte moment, de perfecte hoek om de schoonheid van de molens vast te leggen.En: He searched for the perfect moment, the perfect angle to capture the beauty of the windmills.Nl: Freek's camera hing om zijn nek.En: Freek's camera hung around his neck.Nl: Hij keek naar het licht, wachtend op dat magische moment dat alles samenkwam.En: He looked at the light, waiting for that magical moment when everything came together.Nl: Maar het wilde maar niet gebeuren.En: But it just wouldn't happen.Nl: "De zon is te fel," mompelde hij.En: "The sun is too bright," he muttered.Nl: "De schaduwen zijn te sterk."En: "The shadows are too strong."Nl: Niet ver van Freek stond Marieke.En: Not far from Freek stood Marieke.Nl: Ze had een notitieboekje in haar handen en keek rond.En: She held a notebook in her hands and looked around.Nl: Ze was een reisjournalist en schreef over unieke plekken in Nederland.En: She was a travel journalist writing about unique places in the Netherlands.Nl: Maar de woorden wilden niet komen.En: But the words wouldn't come.Nl: Alles leek al zo vaak verteld.En: Everything seemed to have been told so many times before.Nl: "Wat is nieuw?En: "What is new?Nl: Wat is bijzonder?"En: What is special?"Nl: vroeg ze zichzelf af.En: she asked herself.Nl: Hun blikken kruisten elkaar.En: Their eyes met.Nl: Freek voelde dat Marieke net zo gefrustreerd was als hij.En: Freek could see that Marieke was just as frustrated as he was.Nl: Hij liep naar haar toe.En: He walked over to her.Nl: "Hallo," zei hij.En: "Hello," he said.Nl: "Wat vind jij van de molens?"En: "What do you think of the windmills?"Nl: Marieke glimlachte.En: Marieke smiled.Nl: "Ze zijn betoverend," zei ze.En: "They are enchanting," she said.Nl: "Maar ik vraag me af, hoe vertel ik hun verhaal op een manier die mensen raakt?"En: "But I wonder how I can tell their story in a way that touches people?"Nl: "Misschien kunnen we elkaar helpen," stelde Freek voor.En: "Maybe we can help each other," Freek suggested.Nl: "Ik zoek naar de perfecte foto.En: "I'm looking for the perfect photo.Nl: Jouw perspectief kan me misschien helpen de molens anders te zien."En: Your perspective might help me see the windmills differently."Nl: Ze besloten samen te verkennen.En: They decided to explore together.Nl: Ze liepen langs het water, luisterden naar het zachte geluid van draaiende wieken en voelden de geschiedenis om zich heen.En: They walked along the water, listened to the soft sound of spinning blades, and felt the history around them.Nl: Marieke vertelde over de lokale verhalen die ze had gehoord, over de molenaars en hun leven.En: Marieke shared local stories she had heard, about the millers and their lives.Nl: Toen, vlak voor zonsondergang, vonden ze een heuvel om op te klimmen.En: Then, just before sunset, they found a hill to climb.Nl: Van daaruit konden ze de molens in het gouden licht van de dalende zon zien.En: From there, they could see the windmills in the golden light of the setting sun.Nl: Freek zag de schoonheid in de eenvoud van het landschap en drukte af.En: Freek saw the beauty in the simplicity of the landscape and clicked the shutter.Nl: Klik, klik, klik.En: Click, click, click.Nl: Met elke foto voelde hij een verhaal ontstaan.En: With each photo, he felt a story emerging.Nl: Marieke schreef in haar notitieboekje.En: Marieke wrote in her notebook.Nl: "De magie van reizen," schreef ze, "zit in de gedeelde momenten, in het samen ontdekken van het nieuwe en het oude."En: "The magic of traveling," she wrote, "lies in the shared moments, in discovering the new and the old together."Nl: Tegen de tijd dat de zon onderging, hadden ze beiden gevonden wat ze zochten.En: By the time the sun had set, they had both found what they were looking for.Nl: Freek had foto's die de kern van de Nederlandse schoonheid vingen, en Marieke had een verhaal over verbinding en ervaring.En: Freek had photos that captured the essence of Dutch beauty, and Marieke had a story about connection and experience.Nl: Freek leerde door Marieke om zijn onderwerpen niet alleen door een lens te zien, maar met zijn hart.En: Freek learned from Marieke to see his subjects not just through a lens, but with his heart.Nl: Marieke ontdekte dat authentieke verhalen ontstaan uit onverwachte ontmoetingen en echte verbondenheid.En: Marieke discovered that authentic stories arise from unexpected encounters and genuine connection.Nl: Terwijl de nacht viel, glinsterden de sterren boven Kinderdijk.En: As night fell, the stars twinkled above Kinderdijk.Nl: Freek en Marieke wisten dat hun reizen hen naar het perfecte verhaal en de perfecte foto hadden geleid.En: Freek and Marieke knew that their journeys had led them to the perfect story and the perfect photo.Nl: Ze keken elkaar aan en glimlachten, tevreden en geïnspireerd.En: They looked at each other and smiled, content and inspired.Nl: Hun samenwerking was de sleutel naar succes geweest.En: Their collaboration had been the key to success. Vocabulary Words:breeze: briesjepassionate: gepassioneerdeangle: hoekcapture: vast te leggenshadows: schaduwenmuttered: mompeldejournalist: journalistunique: uniekefrustrated: gefrustreerdenchanted: betoverendperspective: perspectiefexplore: verkennenblades: wiekenhistory: geschiedenissunset: zonsondergangsimplicity: eenvoudshutter: drukte afemerging: ontstaanauthentic: authentiekeencounters: ontmoetingenconnection: verbondenheidtwinkled: glinsterdencollaboration: samenwerkingcontent: tevredeninspired: geïnspireerdsuccess: succesnotebook: notitieboekjegenuine: echteessence: kernexperience: ervaring

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Unearthed Secrets in the Enchanted Tulip Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-08-21-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In het hart van de zomerse Keukenhof, waar de kleuren van tulpen als een levend schilderij verspreid lagen onder de blauwe hemel, liep Sander rustig door de paden.En: In the heart of the summer Keukenhof, where the colors of tulips lay spread out like a living painting under the blue sky, Sander walked calmly through the paths.Nl: Hij hield van deze plek, de rust en de schoonheid van de natuur.En: He loved this place, the tranquility, and the beauty of nature.Nl: Terwijl hij bukt om een droge blaadje bij de wortels van een levendige roodbloeiende tulp weg te halen, ziet hij iets onverwachts.En: As he bent down to remove a dry leaf at the roots of a vibrant red-blooming tulip, he saw something unexpected.Nl: Tussen de tulpenbladeren lag een vergeeld stuk papier.En: Between the tulip leaves was a yellowed piece of paper.Nl: Nieuwsgierig raapt Sander het op en vouwt het voorzichtig open.En: Curious, Sander picked it up and carefully unfolded it.Nl: Zijn ogen vernauwden zich terwijl hij woorden las waarvan hij niet wist dat ze zijn leven zouden veranderen.En: His eyes narrowed as he read words he didn't know would change his life.Nl: Het was een brief, geschreven in een sierlijke oude hanenpoten.En: It was a letter, written in elegant old-fashioned handwriting.Nl: "Anke moet dit zien," mompelt Sander, terwijl hij het pad naar de uitgang opzoekt.En: "Anke needs to see this," Sander muttered, as he searched for the path to the exit.Nl: Zijn zus Anke hield van avontuur en mysteries, en dit zou haar zeker interesseren.En: His sister Anke loved adventure and mysteries, and this would certainly interest her.Nl: De zon scheen fel toen ze samen op een bankje aan de rand van de kleurrijke velden zaten, hun hoofden dicht tegen elkaar om het verloren verhaal te ontrafelen.En: The sun shone brightly as they sat together on a bench at the edge of the colorful fields, their heads close together to unravel the lost story.Nl: "Het lijkt iets met oma's huis te maken te hebben," zei Anke.En: "It seems to have something to do with Grandma's house," said Anke.Nl: Haar ogen schitterden van opwinding terwijl ze de cryptische zinnen bleef lezen.En: Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she continued reading the cryptic sentences.Nl: "Er is een verborgen familiegeheim!"En: "There's a hidden family secret!"Nl: Sander aarzelde.En: Sander hesitated.Nl: Hun neef Bram wist vast meer, gezien de vele geruchten die altijd om hem heen zwermden.En: Their cousin Bram probably knew more, given the many rumors that always surrounded him.Nl: Maar Bram was altijd zo onbekommerd; hij zou het misschien niet serieus nemen.En: But Bram was always so carefree; he might not take it seriously.Nl: Ondanks zijn twijfel besloot Sander verder te gaan.En: Despite his doubts, Sander decided to proceed.Nl: Ze konden het niet alleen oplossen.En: They couldn't solve it alone.Nl: En dus, tegen zijn aard in, haalde hij diep adem en vertelde Anke dat ze Bram moesten betrekken.En: And so, going against his nature, he took a deep breath and told Anke they needed to involve Bram.Nl: Later die middag stonden ze tussen de schetterende bloemenzee, de lucht gevuld met zoete geuren en een lichte bries.En: Later that afternoon, they stood amidst the clamor of the sea of flowers, the air filled with sweet scents and a light breeze.Nl: Ze vonden Bram, die vrolijk naar een groep toeristen lachte.En: They found Bram, who was cheerfully laughing with a group of tourists.Nl: Anke greep zijn arm en sleurde hem mee naar een rustige plek.En: Anke grabbed his arm and dragged him to a quiet place.Nl: "Bram, we hebben iets gevonden," zei Sander ernstiger dan hij zich voelde.En: "Bram, we've found something," Sander said more seriously than he felt.Nl: De brief uit zijn zak glijdend, legde hij het aan zijn neef uit.En: Sliding the letter out of his pocket, he explained it to his cousin.Nl: Bram keek van de brief naar hen en barstte in lachen uit.En: Bram looked from the letter to them and burst into laughter.Nl: "Altijd al geweten dat er meer tussen hemel en aarde was," zei hij vrolijk.En: "Always knew there was more between heaven and earth," he said cheerfully.Nl: Maar zodra hij de brief beter bekeek, boog hij bedachtzaam zijn hoofd.En: But as soon as he looked at the letter more closely, he bowed his head thoughtfully.Nl: "Dit gaat over die keer dat opa en oma ruzie hadden over het oude familiehuis," bekende hij.En: "This is about that time Grandpa and Grandma argued over the old family house," he confessed.Nl: "Er werd gezegd dat er iets waardevols werd verstopt, maar niemand wist of dat waar was."En: "It was said that something valuable was hidden, but no one knew if it was true."Nl: Het was een eenvoudige ruzie over een erfstuk.En: It was a simple argument about an heirloom.Nl: Het ontrafelde geheim was een testament dat de eigendom van hun grootouders veranderde.En: The unraveled secret was a will that changed the ownership of their grandparents.Nl: Echter, Bram onthulde iets meer: een brief van de vergeving van hun grootouders.En: However, Bram revealed something more: a letter of forgiveness from their grandparents.Nl: Het was een gebaar dat de broers en zussen, destijds boos, uiteindelijk weer samenbracht.En: It was a gesture that eventually brought the siblings, who were once angry, back together.Nl: Sander voelde een golf van opluchting en inzicht.En: Sander felt a wave of relief and understanding.Nl: Niet alle geheimen waren schadelijk.En: Not all secrets were harmful.Nl: Sommige brachten juist vrede en begrip.En: Some actually brought peace and comprehension.Nl: Terwijl hij naar de bloemen keek, besefte hij dat het misschien tijd was om zijn eigen leven met wat minder angst en meer avontuur te bezien.En: As he looked at the flowers, he realized it might be time to view his own life with less fear and more adventure.Nl: De Keukenhof bleef bloemen en geheimen aanbieden, jaar na jaar.En: The Keukenhof continued to offer flowers and secrets, year after year.Nl: En Sander, die alles met nieuwe ogen zag, was dankbaar voor deze onverwachte les in het hart van een kleurrijk betoverde tuin.En: And Sander, seeing everything with new eyes, was grateful for this unexpected lesson in the heart of a colorful enchanted garden. Vocabulary Words:tranquility: rustvibrant: levendigeunfolded: openvouwenelegant: sierlijkecryptic: cryptischesparkled: schitterdenhesitated: aarzelderumors: geruchtencarefree: onbekommerdamidst: tussenclamor: schetterendesweet scents: zoete geurenexplained: legde ... uitburst: barsttelaughter: lachenheirloom: erfstukunraveled: ontrafeldeownership: eigendomforgiveness: vergevinggesture: gebaarsiblings: broers en zussenrelief: opluchtingcomprehension: begripenchanted: betoverdebreeze: briesdragged: sleurdenature: aardunexpected: onverwachtsreveal: onthuldevaluable: waardevols

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Rain, Sun, and Friendship: An Autumn Trek Through Börzsöny Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-08-21-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Börzsöny-hegység lankái között, ahol a levegő még friss, de már párás a közeledő ősz jeleként, István mélyen beszívta az erdei illatokat.En: Among the slopes of the Börzsöny Mountains, where the air was still fresh but already humid as a sign of the approaching autumn, István took a deep breath of the forest scents.Hu: Szent István napja volt, amikor úgy döntött, hogy eljön Katalinnal és Péterrel kirándulni.En: It was St. Stephen's Day when he decided to go on a hike with Katalin and Péter.Hu: A hegyek zöldje még teljes pompájában volt, helyenként felvillant a lombok között a völgyek panorámája.En: The greenery of the mountains was still in full splendor, occasionally revealing the valley panoramas between the foliage.Hu: István a csoport hátuljánál maradt, Katalin mellett lépkedett.En: István stayed at the back of the group, walking alongside Katalin.Hu: Mindig is élvezte a természet közelségét, de most másra is vágyott: szeretett volna újra közel kerülni Katalinhoz, akivel régóta nem beszélt igazán.En: He had always enjoyed nature's closeness, but now he longed for something more: he wanted to get close again to Katalin, with whom he hadn't really talked in a long time.Hu: Katalin csendes maradt, a cipője nesze keveredett a madárdalokkal és a lombok susogásával.En: Katalin remained silent, the sound of her shoes mingling with the birdsong and the rustling of the leaves.Hu: A földút emelkedése és a sűrű erdő zörejei elnyomták a szavakat, amelyeket mondani akart Katalinnak.En: The incline of the dirt road and the noises of the dense forest drowned out the words he wanted to say to Katalin.Hu: Az út nehéz volt, minden lépés figyelmet igényelt.En: The path was difficult; every step required attention.Hu: Péter elöl haladt, időnként hátranézve, hogy minden rendben van-e.En: Péter led the way, occasionally looking back to ensure everything was all right.Hu: Ahogy egy tisztásra értek, a napfény hirtelen megvilágította a tájat.En: As they reached a clearing, the sunlight suddenly illuminated the landscape.Hu: Hirtelen leszakadt az ég, és meglepő nyári zivatar kényszerítette menedék keresésére a kis csapatot.En: The sky suddenly broke open, and a surprising summer downpour forced the small group to seek shelter.Hu: István és Katalin ugyanazon fa lomjai alatt kerestek védelmet.En: István and Katalin took cover under the same tree's branches.Hu: Az eső koppanással szitált le a levelek között, és István érezte, hogy most vagy soha.En: The rain drummed down through the leaves, and István felt it was now or never.Hu: „Katalin,” kezdte mély levegőt véve, „sajnálom, hogy eltávolodtunk.En: "Katalin," he began, taking a deep breath, "I'm sorry we've grown apart.Hu: Hiányzik a barátságunk.En: I miss our friendship."Hu: ” Katalin lassan ráemelte tekintetét.En: Katalin slowly raised her gaze.Hu: Az eső cseppjei körvonalazták arcát, míg a fák közül kisüvő nap sugarai lassan áttörték az felhőket.En: The raindrops outlined her face while the sun's rays began to break through the clouds between the trees.Hu: „Én is sajnálom, István,” mondta, csendjét megtörve.En: "I am sorry too, István," she said, breaking her silence.Hu: Megértő mosoly jelent meg szája szélén, amely több volt, mint bármilyen bocsánatkérés.En: An understanding smile appeared at the corner of her mouth, more significant than any apology.Hu: Ahogy a vihar elvonult, a nap a megszokott melegével árasztotta el a tájat, és az erdő újra életre kelt.En: As the storm passed, the landscape was bathed in the usual warmth of the sun, and the forest came back to life.Hu: István érezte, hogy valami megváltozott.En: István felt something had changed.Hu: Nemcsak a levegő lett tisztább, hanem a köztük lévő távolság is megszűnt.En: Not only was the air clearer, but the distance between them had vanished.Hu: Katalin szemében visszatükröződött a napsütés, újfent érezve István iránti baráti szeretetet.En: The sunshine reflected in Katalin's eyes, rekindling a sense of friendly affection for István.Hu: Visszaindultak a csoporthoz.En: They headed back to the group.Hu: A Börzsöny-hegység tisztje alatt István megtanulta, mennyire fontos a közvetlen kommunikáció és a barátság értéke.En: Beneath the sky of the Börzsöny Mountains, István learned how important direct communication and the value of friendship are.Hu: Katalin pedig megértette, hogy a kapcsolatuk mélyebb még annál is, amit eddig hitt.En: Katalin understood that their relationship was even deeper than she had previously believed.Hu: Az újonnan feléledt barátságukkal a délután már csak szebb lehetett.En: With their newly revived friendship, the afternoon could only become more beautiful. Vocabulary Words:slopes: lankáihumid: párásfoliage: lombokincline: emelkedésedense: sűrűdrowned: elnyomtákclearing: tisztásilluminated: megvilágítottadownpour: zivatarshelter: menedékbranches: lomjaidrummed: koppanássalraindrops: eső cseppjeirevealing: felvillantcloseness: közelségétunderstanding: megértőaffection: baráti szeretetetrekindling: újfent érezvepanoramas: panorámájasplendor: pompájábanmingle: keveredettrustling: susogásávalpath: útattention: figyelmetgaze: tekintetétoutlined: körvonalaztákvanished: megszűntsignificant: többdirect: közvetlenrevived: feléledt

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Chasing Whispers: A Hidden Tale Along Amsterdam's Canals Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-08-18-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De schaduwen werden langer boven de grachten van Amsterdam.En: The shadows grew longer over the canals of Amsterdam.Nl: De boten dreven rustig voorbij, terwijl de zon in de verte onderging.En: The boats drifted by quietly as the sun set in the distance.Nl: Maartje stond met haar vrienden Jeroen en Sanne op de Prinsengracht.En: Maartje stood on the Prinsengracht with her friends Jeroen and Sanne.Nl: In haar handen hield Maartje een oude journal.En: In her hands, Maartje held an old journal.Nl: De kaft was versleten en de bladzijden geel van ouderdom.En: The cover was worn, and the pages were yellowed with age.Nl: "Ik heb dit gevonden in de zolder van mijn oma," zei Maartje opgewonden.En: "I found this in my grandma's attic," said Maartje excitedly.Nl: Ze knielde neer en opende de journal.En: She knelt down and opened the journal.Nl: "Er staat een schatkaart in."En: "There's a treasure map in here."Nl: Jeroen fronste zijn wenkbrauwen.En: Jeroen raised his eyebrows.Nl: "Een schat?En: "A treasure?Nl: In Amsterdam?En: In Amsterdam?Nl: Dat klinkt als een sprookje."En: That sounds like a fairytale."Nl: Sanne glimlachte.En: Sanne smiled.Nl: "Het klinkt grappig.En: "It sounds fun.Nl: Laten we proberen het te ontdekken."En: Let's try to discover it."Nl: De zomerhitte hing over de stad, en de geur van verse stroopwafels vulde de lucht.En: The summer heat hung over the city, and the scent of fresh stroopwafels filled the air.Nl: Toeristen liepen druk rond, maar de grachten hielden hun geheimen stil.En: Tourists bustled around, but the canals kept their secrets quiet.Nl: Maartje bestudeerde de kaart.En: Maartje studied the map.Nl: De lijnen waren vaag, maar de aanwijzingen leidden hen naar de kade langs de Bloemgracht.En: The lines were faint, but the clues led them to the quay along the Bloemgracht.Nl: Naarmate ze verder liepen, groeide Jeroens twijfel.En: As they walked further, Jeroen's doubts grew.Nl: "Dit is zonde van onze tijd," verzuchtte hij.En: "This is a waste of our time," he sighed.Nl: "Misschien moeten we ons opsplitsen."En: "Maybe we should split up."Nl: Maartje bleef dapper.En: Maartje remained brave.Nl: "We moeten gewoon mijn intuïtie volgen," besloot ze vastberaden.En: "We just need to follow my intuition," she decided resolutely.Nl: Sanne knikte, altijd bereid om te helpen en plannen te maken.En: Sanne nodded, always ready to help and make plans.Nl: De zon was bijna onder toen ze een stille hoek van de Jordaan bereikten.En: The sun was almost set when they reached a quiet corner of the Jordaan.Nl: De gouden zonnestralen maakten de oude brug bijna magisch.En: The golden rays of the sun made the old bridge appear almost magical.Nl: Maartje zette een stap vooruit.En: Maartje took a step forward.Nl: "Kijk daar!"En: "Look there!"Nl: riep ze en wees naar een steen met vage inscripties.En: she called, pointing to a stone with faint inscriptions.Nl: Met samengebundelde krachten ontdekten ze een uitsparing in de stenen boog.En: With combined efforts, they discovered a hollow in the stone arch.Nl: Bing!En: Bing!Nl: Een kleine ruimte kwam tevoorschijn.En: A small space emerged.Nl: Het was gevuld met een verkreukelde journal en enkele oude munten.En: It was filled with a crumpled journal and a few old coins.Nl: "Niet de schat die ik verwachtte," zei Maartje lachend, terwijl ze de munten in haar hand liet rammelen.En: "Not the treasure I expected," laughed Maartje, letting the coins rattle in her hand.Nl: "Maar toch een vondst!"En: "But still a find!"Nl: Jeroen keek naar de journal.En: Jeroen looked at the journal.Nl: "De echte schat is misschien het avontuur zelf," gaf hij schoorvoetend toe.En: "The real treasure might be the adventure itself," he reluctantly admitted.Nl: Sanne keek naar haar vrienden.En: Sanne looked at her friends.Nl: "We zijn misschien geen rijke mensen nu, maar we hebben samen iets unieks meegemaakt."En: "We might not be rich now, but we've experienced something unique together."Nl: De zon verdween volledig achter de horizon, en de drie vrienden liepen terug, pratend en lachend.En: The sun disappeared completely behind the horizon, and the three friends walked back, talking and laughing.Nl: Maartje leerde dat samenwerking belangrijk is.En: Maartje learned that collaboration is important.Nl: Jeroen ontdekte de vreugde van avontuur.En: Jeroen discovered the joy of adventure.Nl: Sanne begreep dat onverwachte wendingen soms de beste reis beginnen.En: Sanne understood that unexpected turns sometimes start the best journeys.Nl: En zo verlieten ze de grachten van Amsterdam met iets veel waardevoller dan goud: een sterkere band met elkaar.En: And so, they left the canals of Amsterdam with something far more valuable than gold: a stronger bond with each other. Vocabulary Words:shadows: schaduwencanals: grachtendrifted: drevenworn: versletenyellowed: geelattic: zoldertreasure: schateyebrows: wenkbrauwenfairytale: sprookjeintuitively: intuïtieresolutely: vastberadenrays: stralenmagical: magischinscriptions: inscriptieshollow: uitsparingarch: boogcrumpled: verkreukelderattle: rammelenrelics: muntencollaboration: samenwerkingadventure: avontuurunexpected: onverwachteexperience: meegemaaktunique: uniekdecay: vervalbustled: drukfaint: vaaginscriptions: inscriptiesemerged: tevoorschijnburden: last