Monthly Archive: January 2025
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2025年1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 seen dinosaur footprints in a museum or in a book? Do you think dinosaurs lived in different places, like forests or deserts? 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。 dinosaur /DAHY-nuh-sawr/ [noun] – a type of large reptile that lived millions of years ago The museum displayed a skeleton of a dinosaur. track /trak/ [noun] – mark or impression left by something that moves, often feet or wheels The hiker followed the animal tracks in the snow. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to propose an idea or hint…
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2025年1月9日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intersect /in-ter-SEKT/ [verb] – to cross or pass through each other The paths of the two hikers intersected on the mountain trail, leading to a shared lookout point. vertebrate /VUR-tuh-brit/ [adjective] – having a spine (back bone) The vertebrate species in the ecosystem play important roles in maintaining its balance. paleontological /pey-lee-uhn-tol-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the study of fossils or ancient life forms The museum hosted a paleontological exhibit on ancient sea creatures. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail He conducted a meticulous review of the financial report….
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2025年1月8日
©REUTERS/Sebin Choi Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could invent a device to help someone, what would it do? How do you think people feel when they overcome a challenge with the help of technology? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paraplegic /par-uh-PLEE-jik/ [adjective] – unable to move or feel the legs or lower part of the body As a paraplegic individual, he uses a wheelchair to move around. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to find a way or direct a course, often using a map or other tools Pilots must be trained to navigate through…
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2025年1月8日
©REUTERS/Sebin Choi 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 robots will be part of everyday life in the future? Would you be interested in learning more about how robots can assist people? 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。 lightweight /LAHYT-weyt/ [adjective] – weighing only a little or less than average This jacket is incredibly lightweight, making it perfect for summer hikes. wearable /WAIR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – designed to be worn on the body The smartwatch is a wearable device that tracks your fitness. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – relating to devices or systems that use…
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2025年1月8日
©REUTERS/Sebin Choi Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. integrate /IN-ti-greyt/ [verb] – to combine or work together harmoniously The company integrates new technology into its products regularly. sideway /SAHYD-weyz/ [adverb] – in a direction that is to the left or right, not forward or backward She turned her head sideways to get a better view. paraplegia /par-uh-PLEE-jee-uh/ [noun] – loss of the ability to move or feel the legs and lower part of the body, usually because of a severe injury to the spine He developed paraplegia after the accident. autonomy /aw-TON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the ability to make independent decisions or actions…
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2025年1月8日
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2025年1月7日
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2025年1月7日
©REUTERS/Hannah McKay 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 it’s important to keep old traditions alive? Have you ever participated in an auction or seen one happen? 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。 lively /LAHYV-lee/ [adjective] – full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting The party was lively, with music and dancing all night long. butcher /BOOCH-er/ [noun] – people who slaughter animals or prepare meat for sale The butchers in the market offered a variety of fresh meats. turkey /TUR-kee/ [noun] – a large bird often raised for food, especially during…
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2025年1月7日
©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. throng /thrawng/ [noun] – a crowd or large group of people The museum’s opening day attracted a throng of art enthusiasts. allure /uh-LOOR/ [noun] – the quality of being attractive, interesting, or exciting Many are drawn to the allure of luxury living in the city. synonymous /si-NON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – closely associated with or suggestive of something For many, Paris is synonymous with romance and elegance. embody /em-BOD-ee/ [verb] – to represent or express something in a tangible or visible form The statue embodies the ideals of freedom and democracy. tangible /TAN-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – something…
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2025年1月7日
©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people enjoy participating in events like auctions, especially during the holiday season? How would you feel if a special tradition you enjoy was moved to a new location? Would it still be as exciting? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncertain /uhn-SUR-tn/ [adjective] – unclear, or not sure His future in the company seems uncertain after the recent layoffs. vital /VAHYT-l/ [adjective] – absolutely necessary or essential Water is vital for human survival. charm /chahrm/ [noun] – a quality that attracts,…
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