Monthly Archive: January 2025
admin
2025年1月11日
©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having high status or respect He was invited to speak at a prestigious conference on environmental issues. persevere /pur-suh-VEER/ [verb] – to continue trying to do something despite difficulties She had to persevere through many challenges to finish the marathon. anthology /an-THOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a collection of literary works, such as poems or stories The library has a large anthology of classic literature from the 19th century. acclaim /uh-KLEYM/ [noun] – praise or approval The movie received critical acclaim for its stunning visuals and storytelling. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the…
Read more
admin
2025年1月11日
©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Beginner Intermediate Expert
admin
2025年1月11日
©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni 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。 Which do you prefer watching, drama or comedy series? Do you have a favorite actor or actress? 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。 series /SEER-eez / [noun] – a set of related television or radio programs I watched an exciting series about space exploration last week. role /rohl/ [noun] – the function or part played by a person in a situation or in a performance His role in the project was to lead the research team. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to acknowledge or celebrate The teacher recognized…
Read more
admin
2025年1月11日
©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could create a TV show about your own country, what would it be about? What qualities do you think make a good actor or actress? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. complex /kuhm-PLEKS/ [adjective] – difficult to understand or find an answer to because of having many different parts The problem was too complex for us to solve quickly. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – plans of action or policies designed to achieve a goal The coach used different strategies to motivate the team. category /KAT-i-gawr-ee/ [noun] – a…
Read more
admin
2025年1月10日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might cause extreme weather like a severe snowstorm? What safety measures should people take during a winter storm? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – very bad or serious The severe heat made it difficult to work outside. impact /im-PAKT/ [verb] – to have a strong effect on something The bad weather impacted the farmers’ crops. region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a large area of a country or the world This region is known for its beautiful mountains. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who…
Read more
admin
2025年1月10日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs/ [adjective] – dangerous or risky, especially to health or safety Be careful when walking on icy roads, as they can be hazardous. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to prevent something from continuing in its usual way by causing problems The loud construction noise disrupted the class during the important lecture. prioritize /prahy-AWR-i-tahyz/ [verb] – to decide which tasks or activities are most important and do them first You should prioritize your assignments to meet the deadlines without stress. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become stronger or more extreme, or to make something do this The…
Read more
admin
2025年1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。 Have you heard about winter storms? Have you ever been in a situation where the weather changed your daily plans? 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。 weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time The weather today is very sunny. cancellation /kan-suh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of stopping something from happening There was a cancellation of the concert. temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the degree of heat in a place or thing The temperature is very high today. frequent /free-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening…
Read more
admin
2025年1月10日
Beginner Intermediate Expert
admin
2025年1月9日
Beginner Intermediate Expert
admin
2025年1月9日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could travel back in time to the age of dinosaurs, what would you want to see? Why do you think scientists are still interested in dinosaurs, even though they don’t exist anymore? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. footprint /FOOT-print/ [noun] – mark or impression left by a foot or feet The muddy footprints led straight to the front door. scientifically /sai-uhn-TI-fi-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to science, or uses the methods of science The new drug was scientifically tested before being approved for use. excavation…
Read more