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Japan’s traditional way of starting anew

2021年12月11日

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© Shirokiya Denbe in Tokyo’s Chuo Ward via The Mainichi Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gloss /glos/ [noun] – a smooth, shiny appearance on the surface of something Could you buy paint that has a gloss finish? static /STAT-ik/ [adjective] – staying in one place without moving, or not changing for a long time The oil price has remained static for a few months. purge /purj/ [verb] – to get rid of something unwanted, harmful, or evil The new president has promised to purge the corrupt police force. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt/ [verb] – to collect a large number of things over a…
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Japan’s traditional way of starting anew

2021年12月11日

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© Shirokiya Denbe in Tokyo’s Chuo Ward via The Mainichi 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 celebrate Christmas? What do you usually do to prepare for the new year? 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – happening or doing something often Regular use of body lotion will keep the skin soft. dustpan /DUHST-pan/ [noun] – a flat container with a handle into which you brush dust and dirt Please bring the broom and dustpan over here. dye /dahy/ [noun] – a liquid substance for changing the color of things Next,…
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New Zealand to reopen to travelers who have been vaccinated

2021年12月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Where did you last travel? Could you tell me more about it? What activities would you like to do if Covid restrictions were already lifted? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially refuse to allow something It is prohibited to drive on the ice with a motor vehicle. entitled /en-TAHYT-ld/ [adjective] – feeling that you have the right to do or have what you want without having to work for it or deserve it, just because of who you are Officers are entitled to travel first…
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New Zealand to reopen to travelers who have been vaccinated

2021年12月10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 like traveling? Where would you like to travel? 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。 border /BAWR-der/ [noun] – a line that has been agreed to divide one country from another The train travels across the French-Spanish border. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening You’re not allowed to talk during the exam. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary Skiing at 80 mph requires complete attention. approach /uh-PROHCH/ [noun] – a…
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New Zealand to reopen to travelers who have been vaccinated

2021年12月10日

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vaccinate /VAK-suh-neyt/ [verb] – to give someone a vaccine, usually by injection, to prevent them from getting a disease The children were vaccinated against major diseases. self-isolate /self AHY-suh-lit/ [verb] – to not leave your home and to stay away from other people when you have, or may have, an infectious disease, so that you do not infect anyone else If you self-isolate, you will stay indoors for 14 days and avoid interaction with others. New Zealander /noo zee-luhnd-ir/ [noun] – a person from New Zealand I’m a New Zealander who is studying Chinese. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhn/…
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Elle magazine to stop using animal fur in its publications worldwide

2021年12月9日

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©BBC via Getty Images 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 read lifestyle magazines? What is your favorite clothing store? 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。 fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick hair that covers the bodies of some animals, or the hair-covered skin(s) of animals, removed from their bodies The child was afraid to touch the dog’s fur. conference /KON-fer-uhns,/ [noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally Greg…
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Elle magazine to stop using animal fur in its publications worldwide

2021年12月9日

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©BBC via Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the most popular magazine in your country? What are some current fashion trends in your city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. publication /puhb-li-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a book, magazine, newspaper, or document in which information or stories are published Laura writes for the student publication. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – the situation in which people have the same opinion, or in which they approve of or accept something: Everyone seems to be in agreement with the travel plans. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys…
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Elle magazine to stop using animal fur in its publications worldwide

2021年12月9日

©BBC via GETTY IMAGES Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indication /in-di-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a sign that something exists, is true, or is likely to happen The number of customers is an indication of the store’s success. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – an improvement, especially in a person’s behavior or in the structure of something The country’s education system is calling for reform. ethical /ETH-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to beliefs about what is morally right and wrong All businesses should strictly follow ethical practices. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv / [adjective] – using new methods or ideas Japan is home to many innovative products. applaud /uh-PLAWD/…
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