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Masterclasses offered to small business owners

2023年1月19日

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Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. masterclass /MAS-ter-klas/ [noun] – a class taught by someone who has an expert knowledge or skill in a particular area She was at the village to teach aspiring young players in a masterclass. upskill /UHP-skil/ [verb] – to learn new skills or to teach workers new skills If the employees are going to take over the project, we need to upskill them. consultation /kon-suhl-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a meeting to discuss something or to get advice The fee for a 30-minute consultation is $60. cost of living /kost ov LIV-ing/ [noun] – the amount of money that…
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What parents misunderstand about “milestones” in childhood

2023年1月18日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life Reaching milestones in your career can be a source of great pride and satisfaction. associate /uh-SOH-shee-it/ [adjective] – used in the title of a person whose rank is slightly lower or less complete than the full official position described She is an associate professor at the university. focus /FOH-kuhs/ [verb] – to give your full attention to what you are doing or to what is happening She focused all her energy on completing the project on time. pediatric…
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What parents misunderstand about “milestones” in childhood

2023年1月18日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you tell me about a special memory from your childhood? What was the first thing you ever learned to cook or bake by yourself? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. obsession /uhb-SESH-uhn/ [noun] – something or someone that you think about all the time Her obsession with social media led to her spending most of her time scrolling through her feeds. come across /kuhm uh-KRAWS/ [phrasal verb] – to find something by chance I came across a beautiful painting while browsing through an art gallery. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing…
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What parents misunderstand about “milestones” in childhood

2023年1月18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。 Do you care about milestones? Do your parents care about milestones? 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。 unexpected /uhn-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected The thunderstorm was unexpected and caught us off guard. professor /pruh-FES-er/ [noun] – a teacher of the highest rank in a department of a university The professor’s office hours were always crowded with students seeking extra help. typical /TIP-i-kuhl / [adjective] – showing all the characteristics that you would usually expect from a particular group of things The typical workday for a teacher begins with preparing…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?

2023年1月17日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some examples of appropriate behavior in the workplace? How should employees communicate with their colleagues and superiors? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concerned /kuhn-SURND/ [adjective] – worried John was concerned about the safety measures put in place at the office before returning to work. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a level of quality The company has set a high standard for customer service that all employees must adhere to. grant /grant/ [verb] – to give or allow someone something, usually in an official way The manager granted the team’s…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?

2023年1月17日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is essential for decreasing the impacts of climate change. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn / [noun] – an occasion when two or more people or things communicate with or react to each other The interaction between the two species of predator and prey in the ecosystem plays a crucial role in maintaining its balance. hostile /HOS-tl/ [adjectve] – unfriendly and not liking something The hostile work environment created by the supervisor’s…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?

2023年1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 close with your coworkers or classmates? What is one thing you like about working with a team? 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。 imagine /ih-MAJ-in/ [verb] – to form or have a mental picture or idea of something Imagine a world without colors. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the act of controlling something or someone, or the power to do this He always tries to have control over everything, but sometimes it’s best to let go. face-to-face /FEYS-tuh-FEYS/ [adjective] – directly, meeting someone in the same place I…
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Karaage’s capital city

2023年1月16日

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Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brine /brahyn/ [verb] – soak or preserve in salty water Brine the walnuts for four to five days. plethora /PLETH-er-uh/ [noun] – a very large amount of something, especially a larger amount than you need, want, or can deal with The market will be open to a plethora of new operators. the next level /thuh nekst LEV-uhl/ [idiom] – a better, more advanced, or more successful situation than before The use of fresh herbs takes the dish to the next level. tinker /TING-ker/ [verb] – to make small changes to something, especially in an attempt to…
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