Monthly Archive: April 2024

Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What sports do you think women enjoy playing, and why? Why do you think some people believe that women’s sports should receive more attention and support? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect or change how someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks The teacher’s encouragement influenced her decision to pursue a career in science. brand /brand/ [noun] – the name of a product produced or sold by a particular company Many people trust this brand for its quality and reliability. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [noun] – the…
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Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5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。 Have you ever heard about women’s sports before? Do you know of any specific women’s sports teams or events? 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。 historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be important in history The ancient ruins are a historic landmark, attracting tourists from around the world. landscape /LAND-skeyp/ [noun] – the overall state or condition of a particular area, field, or industry, encompassing its characteristics, trends, developments, and dynamics In the ever-changing landscape of technology, companies seek innovative solutions to remain ahead in the market….
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Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The manager decided to allocate a larger budget to marketing efforts this year to enhance the company’s visibility. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief that something good will happen Despite the challenges, there is a prevailing sense of optimism among the team, believing that they can achieve their goals through hard work and dedication. entity /EN-ti-tee/ [noun] –…
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Parisians embrace ‘puppy yoga’ trend as relaxation and joy unfold

2024年4月4日

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©REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What strategies or methods do you use to relax and unwind after a stressful day or week? Can you think of any unique combinations of activities that could potentially enhance people’s relaxation or joy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relief /ri-LEEF/ [noun] – a feeling of happiness that something unpleasant has not happened or has ended The rain brought a sense of relief to the farmers after a long period of drought. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – to begin something such as a plan or introduce something new such…
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Intermediate

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Parisians embrace ‘puppy yoga’ trend as relaxation and joy unfold

2024年4月4日

Puppy yoga

©REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier 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 attended any yoga or fitness classes? Have you ever heard of any unusual or creative businesses or services aimed at improving people’s mental well-being or relaxation? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. The meditation helped him reduce stress levels after a long day at work. unable /uhn-EY-buhl/ [adjective] – to not be able to do something Due to his allergies, she was unable to keep a…
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Parisians embrace ‘puppy yoga’ trend as relaxation and joy unfold

2024年4月4日

Puppy yoga

©REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. founder /FOUN-der/ [noun] – someone who establishes an organization The founder of the company had a vision that revolutionized the industry. collaborate /kuh-LAB-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to work with someone else for a special purpose The researchers decided to collaborate on a groundbreaking study exploring climate change’s impact on marine ecosystems. avenue /AV-uh-nyoo/ [noun] – a method or way of doing something Learning a new language can be an avenue to broaden cultural understanding and connect with diverse communities worldwide. hectic /HEK-tik/ [adjective] – full of activity, or very busy and fast The office was…
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Luxury jewelry designer prefers lab-grown gems and recycled metals over natural diamonds

2024年4月3日

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©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about diamonds and their sources? How important is sustainability to the products you buy or use daily? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – something that evokes admiration or respect because of its notable or remarkable quality The impressive architectural design of the skyscraper left all the visitors in awe. vast /vast/ [adjective] – extremely big The renowned author embarked on a literary journey across the vast expanse of themes and characters within her novel series. element /EL-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – a part…
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Intermediate

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Luxury jewelry designer prefers lab-grown gems and recycled metals over natural diamonds

2024年4月3日

jewelry

©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perspective /per-SPEK-tiv/ [noun] – a particular way of considering something His experience working abroad broadened his perspective on cultural diversity. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly, or to show something that was hidden The company decided to disclose its financial records to the public after much deliberation. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – acknowledgment, appreciation, or identification of someone’s achievements, actions, or qualities The professor received international recognition for his groundbreaking research in the field of astrophysics. retailer /REE-tay-luh/ [noun] – a person, shop, or business that sells goods to the public The…
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