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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 safeguard /SEYF-gahrd/ [verb] – to protect something from harm, loss, or damage The organization safeguarded historical documents by storing them in climate-controlled rooms.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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2025年12月27日
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2025年12月25日
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2025年12月25日
©AP Photo/George Walker IV 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。 What special sale days have been talked about in your area? What travel ads have you seen on TV or online? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to tell people something officially The company will announce a new sale today. compare /kuhm-PAIR/ [verb] – to look at two things to see how they are different or similar Many people compare prices before buying tickets. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to show that something is true Experts confirm that some deals are not…
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2025年12月25日
©AP Photo/George Walker IV Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What holiday sales events are commonly discussed in media? What travel promotions have been reported recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. propagate /PROP-uh-geyt/ [verb] – to spread opinions, beliefs, or ideas among many people The company tried to propagate interest in its new travel program. conspicuous /kuhn-SPIK-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – easily seen or noticed The large countdown timer made the offer very conspicuous. precipitate /pri-SIP-i-teyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen suddenly or sooner Unclear wording can precipitate confusion among customers. discrepancy /dis-KREP-uhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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2025年12月25日
©AP Photo/George Walker IV Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. precursor /pri-KUR-ser/ [noun] – something that happens before another event and may influence it Analysts viewed the early sale as a precursor to a larger promotional campaign. scrutiny /SKROO-tuh-nee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination The offer drew scrutiny from experts who questioned its conditions. volatile /VOL-uh-til/ [adjective] – likely to change suddenly Airfare remained volatile due to fluctuating demand. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce the harmful effects of something Comparing prices can mitigate unexpected travel costs. authenticate /aw-THEN-ti-keyt/ [verb] – to prove that something is real or true The platform…
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2025年12月24日
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2025年12月24日
©(AP Photo/Virginia Mayo) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ornament /AWR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – a decorative object used for beauty The museum displayed a rare ornament made of glass in its new exhibit. archive /AHR-kahyv/ [noun] – a place where historical documents or items are stored and protected The university kept old research papers in a digital archive for future studies. magnitude /MAG-ni-tood/ [noun] – the large size or great importance of something Scientists realized the magnitude of the problem after they saw the rapid increase in ocean temperatures. nostalgia /no-STAL-juh/ [noun] – a warm, sometimes sad feeling when remembering the past The…
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