Monthly Archive: July 2024
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2024年7月11日
©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of items are most likely to be collected as hobbies or passions? What motivates individuals to start and maintain collections of specific items? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mere /meer/ [adjective] – only or nothing more than Beyond mere ingredients, the chef sees her dishes as a celebration of local culture and tradition, infused with flavors that evoke memories of childhood. found /found/ [verb] – to establish or bring something into existence Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002 to revolutionize space exploration. value /VAL-yoo/ [verb] –…
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2024年7月11日
©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli 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 collect anything as a hobby or passion? Do you believe collecting items can be a meaningful hobby? 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。 amazing /uh-MEY-zing/ [adjective] – extremely surprising It was amazing to see her solve the complex puzzle in under a minute. item /AHY-tuhm/ [noun] – one thing that is a part of a list or a collection of things Each item on the menu looked delicious, making it hard to choose just one. sign /sahyn/ [verb] – to write one’s name on something,…
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2024年7月11日
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2024年7月11日
©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. memorabilia /mem-er-uh-BIL-ee-uh/ [noun] – objects that are collected because they are connected with a person or event that is thought to be very interesting After the concert, she eagerly sought out memorabilia such as signed posters and guitar picks to commemorate the experience. encapsulate /en-KAP-suh-leyt/ [verb] – to express or contain (an idea, feeling, or quality) in a concise or summarized form; to embody or represent The artist’s painting encapsulates the serenity of a tranquil forest scene, capturing every detail with remarkable clarity. triumph /TRAHY-uhmf/ [noun] – significant achievements or successes, especially in the…
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2024年7月10日
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2024年7月10日
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。 Can you name one boy band or musical group that has achieved international fame? Do you think they deserve their fame? 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。 interview /IN-ter-vyoo/ [noun] – a formal meeting where someone asks questions to find out information, especially for a newspaper, magazine, television or radio broadcast The actor gave an interview to discuss his upcoming movie. surprised /suh-PRAHYZD/ [adjective] – feeling or showing a sudden unexpected feeling or reaction She was pleasantly surprised by the birthday party her friends threw for her. voting /VO-ting/…
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2024年7月10日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mogul /MOH-guhl/ [noun] – a powerful or influential person in a specific field, especially in business or entertainment The movie mogul announced plans to produce a series of blockbuster films over the next five years. catapult /KAT-uh-puhlt/ [verb] – to quickly move someone or something to a higher level of success or importance The young singer’s viral video helped catapult her to international stardom almost overnight. stratospheric /stra-tuh-SFEH-ruhk/ [adjective] – extremely high or great The company’s stratospheric profits this quarter exceeded all expectations. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being important, well-known, or noticeable The…
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2024年7月10日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name any popular boy bands or musical groups that have achieved international fame? What do you think contributed to their success? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. split up /SPLIT uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to separate or disband After years of performing together, the band decided to split up and pursue solo careers. fame /feym/ [noun] – the state of being known or recognized by many people because of your achievements, skills, etc. The band’s album propelled them to international fame, leading to sold-out concerts worldwide. unlike /uhn-LAHYK/ [preposition]…
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2024年7月9日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unexpected /un-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected; surprising The sudden rainstorm was unexpected and caught everyone by surprise. nocturnal /nok-TUR-nl/ [adjective] – active during the night rather than during the day Owls are nocturnal birds that hunt at night for small animals like mice. elusive /i-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve The elusive thief managed to escape from the police yet again. graceful /GREYS-fuhl/ [adjective] – having or showing grace or elegance The ballet dancer performed with graceful movements that mesmerized the audience. awkward /AWK-werd/ [adjective] – causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience He…
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2024年7月9日
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 flying squirrels? Have you ever visited a place where you could observe wildlife closely? 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。 university /yoo-nuh-VER-si-tee/ [noun] – a school that offers courses leading to a degree (such as a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree) and where research is done She plans to attend a university in New York to study engineering. team /teem/ [noun] – refers to a group of people working together Our team won the basketball game last night. squirrel /SKWUR-uhl/ [noun] – a small…
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