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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

2023年7月17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。 Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? Can you imagine Saturn without its rings? 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。 mostly /MOHST-lee/ [ADVERB] – mainly The weather in this region is mostly sunny throughout the year, making it a popular tourist destination. appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to start to be seen or to be present The sun began to set, and the stars started to appear in the darkening sky. dust /duhst/ [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very…
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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

2023年7月16日

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©Cellato Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the most expensive food you have tried? Do you think spending 880,000 yen for a scoop of ice cream is just right? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time I am currently studying for my exams, so I can’t go out tonight. decorative /DEK-er-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – made to look attractive She placed a decorative vase on the shelf as a centerpiece. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make something certain to happen The airline takes strict measures to…
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Intermediate

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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

2023年7月16日

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©Cellato Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exclusively /ik-SKLOO-siv-lee/ [adverb] – only This restaurant exclusively serves vegetarian cuisine. edible /ED-uh-buhl / [adjective] – suitable or safe for eating Some plants have edible leaves that can be used in salads or cooking. extravagant /ik-STRAV-uh-guhnt/ [adjective] – spending too much money, or using too much of something The extravagant fireworks display lit up the night sky, leaving everyone in awe of its grandeur. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned author’s latest book quickly became a bestseller, captivating readers with its compelling story. texture /TEKS-cher / [noun] – the quality of something…
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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

2023年7月16日

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©Cellato 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 like ice cream? Would you spend 880,000 yen for a scoop of ice cream? 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。 traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – following or belonging to the customs or ways of behaving that have continued in a group of people or society for a long time without changing The wedding ceremony followed a traditional format with vows, an exchange of rings, and a reception. deliver /dih-LIV-er / [verb] – to take goods, letters, parcels, etc. to people’s houses or places of work The online…
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Beginner

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Rise of highly sensitive parents

2023年7月15日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. innate /ih-NEYT/ [adjective] – an innate quality or ability is one that you were born with, not one you have learned Every human possesses innate abilities and talents that are waiting to be discovered and nurtured through learning and experience. intuition /in-too-ISH-uhn/ [noun] – (knowledge from) an ability to understand or know something immediately based on your feelings rather than facts Even without concrete evidence, sometimes our intuition can guide us to make the right decisions in uncertain situations. strive /strahyv/ [verb] – to try very hard to do something or to make something happen, especially…
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Rise of highly sensitive parents

2023年7月15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。 Are you a sensitive person? Do you feel emotions very strongly? 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。 trend /trend/ [noun] – a new development in clothing, makeup, etc. I noticed a new trend among my classmates: everyone was wearing colorful socks to school. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening The teacher allows students to use their textbooks during the exam. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to make someone more likely to do something, or to make something…
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Beginner

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Rise of highly sensitive parents

2023年7月15日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you a sensitive person? Why or why not? What do you think are some common traits or behaviors exhibited by sensitive parents? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rapidly /RAP-id-lee/ [adverb] – in a fast or sudden way The car sped rapidly down the road, making it to the finish line in record time. sensitive /SEN-si-tiv/ [adjective] – easily upset by the things people say or do, or causing people to be upset, embarrassed, or angry Sarah is a sensitive person who often feels deeply moved by the emotions of…
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Unveiling the enchanting power of rhythm

2023年7月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reign /reyn/ [verb] – to be the main feeling or quality in a situation or person After winning the championship, the team’s star player will reign as the best in the league. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not likely to move or change The government’s efforts to promote economic stability resulted in lower unemployment rates and increased investor confidence. ritual /RICH-oo-uhl / [noun] – a way of doing something in which the same actions are done in the same way every time Every year, on New Year’s Eve, my family and…
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