Author Archive: admin

Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide

2021年11月29日

vulcano

© Shutterstock via britannica.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. For you, what is the worse natural disaster and why? How can we prepare for natural disasters? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volcanic /vol-KAN-ik/ [adjective] – of, relating to, or made by a volcano A volcanic island has been discovered off the north coast of Australia. carbon dioxide /KAHR-buhn dahy-OK-sahyd/ [noun] – the gas formed when carbon is burned, or when people or animals breathe out Carbon dioxide emissions should be stabilized. forbid /fer-BID/ [verb] – to not allow something, or to order someone not to…
Read more

Intermediate

,

Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28日

iphone-g41101e4dc_1280

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 have an Apple gadget? Which do you like better, iPhones or other smartphones? 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。 provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give someone something that they need This book provides beneficial information on the services available in the area. blog /blawg/ [noun] – a regular record of your thoughts, opinions, or experiences that you put on the internet for other people to read She has a food blog where she posts recipes, cooking suggestions, and restaurant reviews. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of equipment),…
Read more

Beginner

,

Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28日

iphone-g41101e4dc_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. component /kuhm-POH-nuhnt/ [noun] – a part that combines with other parts to form something bigger The factory manufactures electrical components for automobiles. desire /dih-ZAHYUHR/ [verb] – to want something, especially strongly Everything you could possibly desire was available at the hotel. provider /pruh-VAHY-der/ [noun] – someone who provides something The bank has grown to become a major provider of financial services to the industrial sector. gadget /GAJ-it / [noun] – a small device or machine with a particular purpose I’ve got a clever little gadget for opening jars. authorized /AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – having official permission to…
Read more

Expert

,

Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28日

iphone-g41101e4dc_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Would you like to fix your IPhone on your own? Why? Which do prefer, buy a new Apple gadget or have it fixed? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. device /dih-VAHYS / [noun] – an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose Rescuers used a unique device to locate persons trapped in damaged buildings. additional /uh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extra They asked the government for additional support. replacement /ri-PLEYS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of replacing something with something else They discussed the replacement of the existing computer…
Read more

Intermediate

,

A UK digital bank moves to a 4-day workweek without cutting pay

2021年11月27日

student-g3f404eda1_1920

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. call /kawl/ [noun] – a demand for something to happen The government needs to address the calls for better education. mortgage /MAWR-gij/ [noun] – an agreement that allows you to borrow money from a bank or similar organization, especially in order to buy a house, or the amount of money itself The couple is having a hard time getting a mortgage. inclination /in-kluh-NEY-shuhn / [noun] – a feeling that you want to do a particular thing, or the fact that you prefer or are more likely to do a particular thing Lana has shown an inclination…
Read more

Expert

,

A UK digital bank moves to a 4-day workweek without cutting pay

2021年11月27日

student-g3f404eda1_1920

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。 How often do you go to the bank? Are you usually busy on the weekend? 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。 old-fashioned /ohld-FASH-uhnd/ [adjective] – not modern; belonging to or typical of a time in the past The hotel offers old-fashioned service. loan /lohn / [noun] – an amount of money that is borrowed, often from a bank, and has to be paid back, usually together with an extra amount of money that you have to pay as a charge for borrowing We will ask the bank for a…
Read more

Beginner

,

A UK digital bank moves to a 4-day workweek without cutting pay

2021年11月27日

student-g3f404eda1_1920

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the common jobs in your city? How do you relax after a stressful day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] – to accept or start to use something new Many restaurants have adopted a digital payment system. conventional /kuhn-VEN-shuh-nl / [adjective] – traditional and ordinary She prefers conventional ways of living. wisdom /WIZ-duhm/ [noun] – the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make good decisions and judgments Our grandfather shared some of his wisdom this afternoon. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee / [adjective] – needed in order…
Read more

Intermediate

,

The public and private sectors agree to work together to achieve net-zero emissions

2021年11月26日

nature-g3347080bd_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the result of working together? What is the importance of achieving net-zero emissions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commitment /kuh-MIT-muhnt / [noun] – a promise or firm decision to do something The administration has reiterated its commitment to the peace process. establish /ih-STAB-lish/ [verb] – to start a company or organization that will continue for a long time He established this organization in 1822. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – a powerful effect that something, especially something new, has on a situation or person The anti-smoking campaign has a significant…
Read more

Intermediate

,