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South Korea’s ‘morphing wheel’ revolutionizes mobility with adaptive design

2024年11月24日

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©Reuters TV/via REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How can robots help people in everyday life? If you could design a robot, what kind of tasks would you want it to do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bump /buhmp/ [noun] – a raised area on a surface The car hit a few bumps on the dirt road. wire /wahyuhr/ [noun] – (a piece of) thin metal thread with a layer of plastic around it, used for carrying electric current The electrician fixed the broken wires in the house. stiffness /STIF-nis/ [noun] – the quality of…
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South Korea’s ‘morphing wheel’ revolutionizes mobility with adaptive design

2024年11月24日

morph

©Reuters TV/via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. morphing /MAWR-fing/ [adjective] – changing shape or form The morphing wings of the aircraft allow it to adapt to various flight conditions. impediment /im-PED-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – something that makes progress, movement, or achieving something difficult or impossible The heavy snowstorm was a major impediment to the rescue operation. velocity /vuh-LOS-i-tee/ [noun] – the speed at which an object is travelling The car increased its velocity as it entered the highway. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – the first example of something, such as a machine or other industrial product, from which all later forms are…
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South Korea’s ‘morphing wheel’ revolutionizes mobility with adaptive design

2024年11月24日

morph

©Reuters TV/via REUTERS 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 interested in robotics? Do you think robots could change the way we live? 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。 handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to manage or deal with something I need to handle the customer’s complaint carefully to avoid further issues. switch /swich/ [verb] – to change or exchange something for another The software can switch between different languages. mobility /moh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to move or walk around freely His mobility was restricted due to the injury. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a…
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Japanese nail artist combines creativity with environmental action

2024年11月23日

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©REUTERS/Manami Yamada Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How important do you think it is to reduce plastic use and waste? Why are people hesitant to buy recycled products, even though they may help the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. salon /suh-LON/ [noun] – a place where professional services are offered, such as for beauty, hair, or nails She opened a new salon downtown, specializing in haircuts and styling. microplastic /MAHY-kroh-plas-tik/ [noun] – tiny plastic particles, typically smaller than 5 millimeters, resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic waste Scientists are studying how microplastics affect…
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Japanese nail artist combines creativity with environmental action

2024年11月23日

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©REUTERS/Manami Yamada Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. degradation /deg-ruh-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process in which the beauty or quality of something is destroyed or spoiled The degradation of the forest was evident after years of illegal logging. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important or crucial in determining the outcome of something The scientist made a pivotal discovery that changed the course of the research. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt/ [adjective] – energetic, exciting, and full of enthusiasm The market was filled with vibrant stalls offering fruits, spices, and crafts. aesthetic /es-THET-ik/ [noun] – the principles or appreciation of beauty and art The architect focused…
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Japanese nail artist combines creativity with environmental action

2024年11月23日

manicurist

©REUTERS/Manami Yamada 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 people should do more to protect the environment? Have you ever bought a product made from recycled materials? 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。 former /FAWR-mer/ [adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past The former president gave an inspiring speech at the event. disc /disk/ [noun] – flat, circular object, typically made of a hard material, used for various purposes The computer stored files on a small, circular disc. attach /uh-TACH/ [verb] – to fasten,…
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Scientists find ways to protect bees from pesticides with new supplement

2024年11月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – something that is added to something else in order to improve it or complete it; something extra She uses a protein supplement after her workouts to aid muscle recovery. neurotoxin /NOOR-oh-tok-sin/ [noun] – a susbstance that is poisonous to nerve tissue Exposure to certain neurotoxins can lead to long-term memory loss. flavonoid /FLEY-vuh-noid/ [noun] – a substance in fruit and vegetables that may help protect people against some types of cancer or heart disease Fruits like berries and apples are rich in flavonoids, which promote heart health. neurological /noo-ruh-LAA-ji-kl/ [adjective] – related…
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Scientists find ways to protect bees from pesticides with new supplement

2024年11月22日

Bees

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 pesticides are important for farming? Is it important to reduce the use of harmful chemicals in farming? 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。 contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part This recipe contains a lot of spices to enhance the flavor. benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [noun] – a helpful or good effect, or something intended to help Regular exercise has many health benefits. tube /toob/ [noun] – cylindrical containers, typically made of a flexible material The hospital used a tube to…
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