Monthly Archive: September 2021

Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tranquility /trang-KWIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a peaceful, calm state, without noise, violence, worry, etc A day at the beach is all I need to gain tranquility. masterpiece /MAS-ter-piece/ [noun] – a work of art such as a painting, film, or book that is made with great skill I believe that Kokoro is Natsume Sōseki’s masterpiece. aroma /uh-ROH-ma/ [noun] – a strong, usually pleasant smell She loves the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened Sheena’s natural…
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Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you keep indoor plants? Why or why not? What type of art do you appreciate? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. patience /PEY-shuhns/ [noun] – the ability to wait, or to continue doing something despite difficulties, or to suffer without complaining or becoming annoyed: Humans develop patience as they grow older. understanding /uhn-der-STAN-ding / [noun] – knowledge about a subject, situation, etc. or about how something works Ann has a deep understanding of life. vision /VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – an idea or mental image of something My…
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Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you see a lot of orchids in your city? How many museums are located in your city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 nature /NEY-cher/ [noun] – all the animals, plants, rocks, etc. in the world Being around nature calms me down. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search and discover (about something) My friends and I are going to explore the new mall. approach /uh-PROHCH/ [verb] – to come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount The boy…
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Nike and Costco cite supply problems as the holidays approach

2021年9月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are there a lot of Nike stores in your city? Have you visited a Costco store? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 delay /dih-LEY/ [noun] – the situation in which you have to wait longer than expected for something to happen, or the time that you have to wait We had a slight delay because of the heavy flood in the city. supply /suh-PLAHY/ [noun] – an amount of something that is available for use We do not have enough food supply for this week. difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] –…
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Nike and Costco cite supply problems as the holidays approach

2021年9月29日

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Is there a Costco warehouse in your city? Have you been to the grocery recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage His rudeness caused a strain on his relationship with his co-workers. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [verb] – to experience difficulty and make a very great effort in order to do something Cora is struggling with her paperwork. panic /PAN-ik/ [noun] – a sudden strong feeling of fear that prevents reasonable thought and action:…
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Nike and Costco cite supply problems as the holidays approach

2021年9月29日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impose /imPOHZ/ [verb] – to officially force a rule, tax, punishment, etc. to be obeyed or received The government imposed a nationwide ban on smoking in all public places. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of preventing something, especially a system, process, or event, from continuing as usual or as expected The tourists are facing bad weather disruptions. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people Europe is dealing with widespread unemployment. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase There has been a surge in global housing prices…
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Hollywood producer to bring forth film about K-pop

2021年9月28日

Hollywood producer to bring forth film about K-pop

©Bryan Bedder/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you listen to K-pop music? Which K-pop groups and/or idols do you know? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 entertainment /en-ter-TEYN-muhnt/ [noun] – shows, films, television, or other performances or activities that entertain people, or a performance of this type The hotel is famous for its entertainment such as live concerts. announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially The president will announce the new health guidelines tonight. blockbuster /BLOK-buhs-ter/ [noun] – a book or film that is very…
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Hollywood producer to bring forth film about K-pop

2021年9月28日

Hollywood producer to bring forth film about K-pop

©Bryan Bedder/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bring forth /BRING-fohrth/ [phrasal verb] – to cause something to happen or be seen or known Polluted water might bring forth several diseases. driving force /DRAHY-ving-fohrs/ [noun] – someone or something that has the power to make things happen Shane was the driving force behind the project. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – very well known and important Coco Chanel was prominent in the fashion industry. mogul /MOH-gul/ [noun] – an important person who is very rich or powerful The media mogul ended his speech with an inspiring quote. multiculturalism /muhl-tee-KUHL-cher-uh-liz-uhm/ [noun] – the belief…
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