Tag Archive: Culture & Travel
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2026年1月25日
©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. livestreamed /LAHYV-streemd/ [adjective] – broadcast in real time over the internet The school offered a livestreamed graduation ceremony for families abroad. wearable /WAIR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be worn on the body The doctor tested a wearable device that tracks heart rate during exercise. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily damaged or broken The bridge is fragile and requires careful inspection after storms. fresco /FRES-koh/ [noun] – a wall painting made on fresh plaster The museum restored a fresco found inside an old church. mosaic /moh-ZEY-ik/ [noun] – an artwork made from small pieces…
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2026年1月25日
©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) 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 learning about old places? Have you heard of online tours? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – very old, from a long time ago The city is famous for its ancient walls and gates. virtual /VUR-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – existing online or through digital technology The school offered a virtual class during the storm. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or resources The area was once home to wealthy business owners. decoration /dek-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an item or…
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2026年1月25日
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2026年1月25日
©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a place interesting to explore? Have you heard of online tours? How do you think they work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be reached or used The online class is accessible to students in different countries. excavation /eks-kuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of digging to uncover something The excavation revealed old tools under the ground. humidity /hyoo-MID-i-tee/ [noun] – the amount of water in the air High humidity makes hot weather feel uncomfortable. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – related to…
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2026年1月1日
©AP Photo/Leo Correa Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What old buildings exist in your city? How are they protected today? What holidays are linked to historical events? Why are they remembered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjetive] – done on purpose The action was deliberate, not accidental. support /suh-PORT/ [verb] – to help prove something is true Evidence helped support the theory. layered /LAY-erd/ [adjective] – having many levels or periods The city has a layered past. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to show or explain clearly Artifacts illustrate past life. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective]…
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2026年1月1日
©AP Photo/Leo Correa Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – done according to a fixed plan or method The excavation followed a systematic research design. congruent /KONG-groo-uhnt/ [adjective] – consistent or matching with something else The findings were congruent with historical writings. sovereignty /SOV-rin-tee/ [noun] – supreme authority or power The palace symbolized political sovereignty. fortification /Pronunciation: /for-tuh-fi-KAY-shuhn// [noun] – Meaning: a defensive wall or structure The fortification protected the ancient city. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The length of the wall was unprecedented. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check…
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2026年1月1日
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2025年12月27日
Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods remind you of your family or your culture? What habits do you think make food preparation more sustainable or respectful to the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nomination /nom-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of officially suggesting someone or something for a position, award, or recognition The nomination for the city’s art award included several young painters who showed strong talent. accredited /uh-KRED-i-tid/ [adjective] – officially recognized or approved as meeting a certain standard The accredited language center offered programs that were accepted by many international schools. migration…
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2025年12月27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 food from other countries? Have you ever eaten a meal that felt special or different from normal? 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。 cuisine /kwi-ZEEN/ [noun] – a style or type of cooking, especially from a particular country or region Japanese cuisine is known for fresh ingredients and simple flavors. ritual /RICH-oo-uhl/ [noun] – an action or activity done in a regular, traditional, or special way A morning tea ritual is important in some families because it helps them start the day calmly. seasonal /SEE-zuh-nl/…
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2025年12月27日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intangible /in-TAN-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – unable to be touched or physically measured The museum’s award recognized the intangible value of traditional storytelling in small communities. intergenerational /in-ter-jen-uh-REY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – involving or affecting people from different generations The festival promoted intergenerational activities to help preserve family traditions. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – having a special quality that makes something easy to recognize The mountain village had a distinctive architecture shaped by its long history. safeguard /SEYF-gahrd/ [verb] – to protect something from harm, loss, or damage The organization safeguarded historical documents by storing them in climate-controlled rooms. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/…
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