Meta reports increased user growth but declining profits
Beginner Intermediate Expert
Monthly Archive: June 2023
Meta reports increased user growth but declining profits
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. core /kohr / [adjective] – most important or most basic The core issue in this debate is whether we should prioritize economic growth or environmental protection. restructure /ree-STRUHK-cher / [verb] – to organize a company, business, or system in a new way to make it operate more effectively The company plans to restructure its operations in order to cut costs and become more efficient. cannot afford /ka-NOT-uh-FAWRD/ [idiom] – If you cannot afford to do something, you must not do it because it would cause serious problems for you He cannot afford to get sick right…
Read more
Unlocking Earth’s secrets
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。 Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the Earth’s surface? Do you think it’s possible to uncover all of the earth’s secrets? 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。 depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance down either from the top of something to the bottom, or to a distance below the top surface of something The diver went down to a depth of 30 meters to explore the sunken ship. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The water bottle can contain up…
Read more
Unlocking Earth’s secrets
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. core /kawr/ [noun] – the center of a planet The temperature at the Earth’s core can reach up to 6,000 degrees Celsius. originate /uh-RIJ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc. Many of the traditions we celebrate during Christmas originate from ancient pagan festivals. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the way something is naturally made or the way it has been arranged The Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring formation that took millions of years to create through erosion. harsh /hahrsh/ [adjective] – unpleasant, unkind, cruel, or more severe than is necessary The teacher’s…
Read more
Unlocking Earth’s secrets
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the different layers of the earth, and how do they differ in composition and properties? What are some of the biggest mysteries that scientists are still trying to solve about the Earth’s geology? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diamond /DAHY-muhnd/ [noun] – a transparent, extremely hard precious stone that is used in jewelry, and in industry for cutting hard things I found a beautiful diamond on the beach while I was on vacation. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outer or top part or layer of something The little…
Read more
Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
Beginner Intermediate Expert
Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
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。 Have you ever thought about the environmental impact of using plastic versus glass products? Do you think that using glass products is more environmentally friendly than using plastic products? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The new product that my company launched last month is selling really well in the market. ripple effect /RIP-uhl ih-FEKT/ [idiom] – a…
Read more
Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indefinitely /in-DEH-fuh-nuht-lee/ [adverb] – for a period of time with no fixed end After violating the school’s code of conduct, the student was suspended indefinitely, meaning that they were not allowed to return until further notice. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – a fragile object is easily damaged or broken The vase on the shelf is very fragile, so please be careful not to bump into it, or it might break. durable /DOOR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to last and be used for a long time without becoming damaged If you want your backpack to last for many years,…
Read more
Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you use environmentally friendly products? Why or why not? What are some of the materials that could be used for packaging purposes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. environmentally friendly /uhn-vai-ruh-MEN-tuh-lee FREND-lee/ [adjective phrase] – not harmful to the environment, or trying to help the environment: My sister always uses an environmentally friendly water bottle to reduce plastic waste. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing harm It’s important to read the labels on cleaning products to make sure they don’t contain any harmful chemicals. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance…
Read more