Monthly Archive: February 2024

Honda contemplates $14 billion EV production plan in Canada, Nikkei reports

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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。 Have you come across any specific trends or news stories lately related to electric vehicles or car manufacturing? Are electric vehicles common in your country? 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。 financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how money is managed The company’s financial situation improved after implementing cost-saving measures. announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially The company will announce its new product line during the press conference tomorrow. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to spend time thinking about a…
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International Center for Genetic Disease and Abu Dhabi Health Department forge groundbreaking partnership in precision medicine advancements

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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。 Do you think precision medicine might differ from traditional approaches to healthcare? Is commitment to healthcare innovation crucial? 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。 technology /tek-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry Modern hospitals use advanced medical technology to diagnose and treat patients. product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – an article or substance that is manufactured or refined for sale The company specializes in creating eco-friendly cleaning products. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something, especially a systematic or established one…
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International Center for Genetic Disease and Abu Dhabi Health Department forge groundbreaking partnership in precision medicine advancements

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diagnosis /dahy-uhg-NOH-sis/ [noun] – The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms. The doctor’s quick and accurate diagnosis helped in the early treatment of the patient. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – an introductory step or move; an act that begins a process The school launched an initiative to promote environmental awareness among students. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of working with someone to produce or create something The collaboration between scientists from different countries led to groundbreaking research in space exploration. lead by /leed bahy/ [phrasal verb] –…
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International Center for Genetic Disease and Abu Dhabi Health Department forge groundbreaking partnership in precision medicine advancements

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think precision medicine might differ from traditional approaches to healthcare? Is commitment to healthcare innovation crucial? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – a disorder or condition affecting the body or mind The doctor diagnosed a rare disease in the patient. treat /treet / [verb] – to provide medical care or attention to alleviate a condition The nurse will treat the patient’s fever with medicine. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – relates to genes or heredity, particularly concerning the inheritance of traits from…
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Study shows turmeric may treat indigestion

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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 you familiar with or have any initial knowledge about ‘turmeric’? Have you ever experienced indigestion? 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。 recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting from a short time ago She shared the details of her recent trip to Europe, including the breathtaking sights and delicious cuisine. spice /spahys/ [noun] – a substance made from a plant, used to give a special flavour to food Cinnamon is a popular spice used in both sweet and savory dishes for its distinctive warm flavor. remain /ri-MEYN/ [verb]…
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Study shows turmeric may treat indigestion

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your initial impression or knowledge about ‘turmeric’? Have you ever experienced indigestion? What is a common cause of indigestion? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remedy /REM-i-dee/ [noun] – a successful way of curing an illness or dealing with a problem or difficulty The herbal tea was considered a traditional remedy for soothing sore throats and coughs. scale /skeyl/ [noun] – a system or method of measurement The Richter scale is commonly used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes. assessment /uh-SES-muhnt / [noun] – the act of judging or…
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Study shows turmeric may treat indigestion

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. medication /med-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a medicine, or a set of medicines or drugs, used to improve a particular condition or illness The doctor prescribed a new medication to help manage her chronic pain. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The doctor explained the severity of the patient’s condition, emphasizing the need for prompt medical attention. viable /VAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to work as intended or able to succeed The engineers conducted tests to ensure that the prototype was viable for mass production and distribution. comparable /KOM-per-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – similar in size, amount, or quality to something else…
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A new agreement shapes the future of artificial intelligence in Europe

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think “artificial intelligence” means? How do you think artificial intelligence might be relevant to our daily lives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasis /EM-fuh-sis/ [noun] – the particular importance or attention that is given to something The teacher put special emphasis on practicing math problems to improve understanding. creation /kree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of creating something, or the thing that is created The artist’s latest project involved the creation of colorful paintings inspired by nature. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking about something carefully…
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