1年を振り返ってみよう

Let's look back on the year
あなたは今年を振り返って、どんな1年だったか説明しています。
立てた目標が達成できたかどうか、どんな1年だったか今年を振り返ってみましょう。
How would you describe how your year went?
 
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How would you describe how your year went?

Last year, I decided to study abroad in 2025. It is a big decision for me.
Apart from that, I leveled up my karate skill.
I got yellow belt which is middle level.
Additionally, I took part in a karate match.
I lost the game but it was precious experience for me.

自然な表現

Last year, I decided to study abroad in 2025. It's a big decision for me.
Apart from that, I leveled up my karate skills.
I got a yellow belt, which represents an intermediate level.
Additionally, I took part in a karate match.
I lost the match , but it was a precious experience for me.

1. You can also say ''made a decision''
2. Use the shorter version
3. You can also say ''besides that''
4. You can also say ''improved''
5. Use plural when talking in general
6. The indefinite article (a, an) is used before a noun that is general or when its identity is not known
7. You need a comma here
8. It's clearer if you say ''represents'' here
9. The indefinite article (a, an) is used before a noun that is general or when its identity is not known
10. This is the correct way of saying it
11. You can also say ''in addition''
12. You can also say ''participated''
13. It makes more sense to say ''match'' here as well
14. You need a comma here
15. The indefinite article (a, an) is used before a noun that is general or when its identity is not known
16. You can also say ''valuable'' here
I'm glad that you’re taking steps to achieve your dream. Why would you like to study abroad, may I ask? Why do you find it challenging?

Thank you for asking.
I'm a journalist working for a TV station.
I'd like to learn specialized knowledge as for journalism and media studies.
Additionally, I want to learn different views by living overseas.

自然な表現

Thank you for asking.
I'm a journalist and I work for a TV station.
I'd like to acquire specialized knowledge in journalism and media studies.
Additionally, I want to learn different perspectives by living overseas.

1. You need a conjunction here to connect these two parts
2. You need present simple tense here as well
3. It makes more sense to use ''acquire'' with ''knowledge''
4. ''Knowledge in'' is the expression you need here
5. You can also say ''in addition''
6. You can also say ''see'' in this context
7. It makes more sense to use ''perspectives'' in this context
That sounds interesting. Which countries or areas specifically do you have in mind for your travels?

Not for travels but for study abroad.
I'm considering whether I should go to UK or USA.

自然な表現

Not for travel , but for studying abroad.
I'm considering whether  to go to the UK or the USA.

1.4. You can also say ''because of''
2. Use the noun in the singular here
3. You need a comma here
5. You need a verb in the ''ing'' form here
6. There's no need for ''I'' here
7. This is the construction you need here
8.9. The definite article (the) is used before a noun to indicate that the identity of the noun is known to the reader
They're both interesting places to study. The US, in particular, is a big country. Which part attracts you the most?

I believe both countries have leading media like BBC, CNN, and NewYorkTimes.
Likewise, some universities in both countries are famous for journalism and media studies.
So, I'd like to learn the latest situation of media industry.

自然な表現

I believe both countries have leading media like the BBC, CNN, and the New York Times.
Likewise, some universities in both countries are famous for journalism and media studies.
So, I'd like to learn about the latest situation in the media industry.

1. You can also use ''such as''
2. The definite article (the) is used before a noun to indicate that the identity of the noun is known to the reader
3. The definite article (the) is used before a noun to indicate that the identity of the noun is known to the reader
4. This is the correct way of writing it
5. You can also say ''known for''
6. You can also use ''that's why'' or ''therefore'' here
7. ''Learn about'' is the expression you need here
8. ''In the industry'' is the expression you need here
9. The definite article (the) is used before a noun to indicate that the identity of the noun is known to the reader
You have such good plans and I hope you'll be able to make up your mind so you can start making them happen. When do you plan to leave? How long are you planning to stay in the country of your choice?

I plan to leave Japan in 2025.
Then I'm going to stay in the country at least a year.

自然な表現

I plan to leave Japan in 2025.
Then I'll stay in that country for at least a year.

1. It makes more sense to use ''will'' since ''going to'' is used mainly for scheduled activities in the future
2. It makes more sense to use ''that'' since you're referring to a specific thing already mentioned
3. ''For... years'' is the expression you need here
  • rewarding(やりがい)
  • truly(本当に/実に)
  • challenging(挑戦)
  • unforgettable(忘れ難い)
  • achievement(成果)
  • This year has been truly rewarding.(今年はやりがいのある1年でした。)
  • This year was nothing short of eventful.(今年は波乱の年でした。)
  • This year was undeniably challenging.(今年は紛れもなく挑戦の年でした。)
  • Every moment has carved an unforgettable mark.(すべての瞬間が、忘れられない足跡を刻みました。)
  • Learning a new language became one of my greatest achievements.(新しい言語を学ぶことは、私にとって最大の成果のひとつです。)

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