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2025年1月24日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plentiful /PLEN-ti-fuhl/ [adjective] – existing in large quantities; abundant The market was stocked with plentiful fruits and vegetables, thanks to the summer harvest. enthusiast /en-THOO-zee-ast/ [noun] – a person who is very interested in and involved with a particular subject or activity Art enthusiasts visited the museum to admire the newly curated Renaissance exhibit. resurgence /ri-SUR-juhns/ [noun] – an increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence There has been a resurgence of interest in traditional crafts, such as pottery and weaving. dwindle /DWIN-dl/ [verb] – to gradually decrease in size, amount,…
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2025年1月24日
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2025年1月24日
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。 Have you ever seen cranes? Would you like to visit a place where you can see many birds? 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。 reach /reech/ [verb] – to arrive at or attain a specific point or goal By 2023, the number of tourists visiting the Grand Canyon reached 5 million. festival /FES-tuh-vuhl/ [noun] – a public event, often involving music, dance, or other performances, typically celebrating something The Harvest Festival attracts farmers from across the country to celebrate the season. route /root/ [noun] – a particular way or…
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2025年1月24日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit a place full of interesting animals, what kind of animals would you like to see? Why? What do you think birds do during the winter? Where do you imagine they go? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sanctuary /SANGK-choo-er-ee/ [noun] – a place of safety or protection, often for people or animals The national park became a sanctuary for endangered tigers, offering them a secure environment to thrive. shallow /SHAL-oh/ [adjective] – having little depth; not deep The children played in the shallow end of the pool,…
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2025年1月19日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authenticity /aw-then-TIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being real or true The chef focused on the authenticity of Italian pasta recipes to preserve traditional flavors. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something The new law was a pivotal step in protecting endangered species. adaptogen /uh-DAP-tuh-jn/ [noun] – a natural substance believed to help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance Many herbal teas are made with adaptogens to help manage stress and boost energy. traction /TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – the action or process of gaining support, interest,…
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2025年1月19日
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 enjoy trying new foods from different countries? What do you think is more important when it comes to food: taste or health benefits? 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。 flavor /FLEY-ver/ [noun] – the particular way a substance, esp. food or drink, is recognized from its taste and smell Many people are experimenting with different flavors in their coffee. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something is developing or changing In the fashion industry, the trend for sustainable clothing has been growing in recent…
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2025年1月19日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of flavors do you enjoy in your everyday meals? Have you ever heard of “functional foods”? What do you think they might be? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unique /yoo-NEEK/ [adjective] – being the only existing one of its type or, more generally, unusual, or special in some way The museum features a unique collection of ancient artifacts. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [noun] – the power to have an effect on people or things, or a person or thing that is able to do this The artist’s style was shaped…
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2025年1月19日
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2025年1月7日
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2025年1月7日
©REUTERS/Hannah McKay 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 it’s important to keep old traditions alive? Have you ever participated in an auction or seen one happen? 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。 lively /LAHYV-lee/ [adjective] – full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting The party was lively, with music and dancing all night long. butcher /BOOCH-er/ [noun] – people who slaughter animals or prepare meat for sale The butchers in the market offered a variety of fresh meats. turkey /TUR-kee/ [noun] – a large bird often raised for food, especially during…
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