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Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What sports do you think women enjoy playing, and why? Why do you think some people believe that women’s sports should receive more attention and support? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect or change how someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks The teacher’s encouragement influenced her decision to pursue a career in science. brand /brand/ [noun] – the name of a product produced or sold by a particular company Many people trust this brand for its quality and reliability. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [noun] – the…
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Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5日

soccer-1087456_1280

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 heard about women’s sports before? Do you know of any specific women’s sports teams or events? 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。 historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be important in history The ancient ruins are a historic landmark, attracting tourists from around the world. landscape /LAND-skeyp/ [noun] – the overall state or condition of a particular area, field, or industry, encompassing its characteristics, trends, developments, and dynamics In the ever-changing landscape of technology, companies seek innovative solutions to remain ahead in the market….
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Sponsors flock to women’s sports following a successful 2024 World Cup

2024年4月5日

soccer-1087456_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The manager decided to allocate a larger budget to marketing efforts this year to enhance the company’s visibility. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief that something good will happen Despite the challenges, there is a prevailing sense of optimism among the team, believing that they can achieve their goals through hard work and dedication. entity /EN-ti-tee/ [noun] –…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona 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 familiar with the K-pop group BTS? Do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? 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。 required /ruh-KWAI-uhd/ [adjective] – necessary according to the rules or for a particular purpose The completion of the form is required before the deadline. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do It’s his duty to take care of his younger siblings…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about K-pop and its influence in the music industry? What do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – (of people or animals) to come together in a group The neighbors gather for barbecues. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling or idea by what you say or do or by how you look She expressed her gratitude sincerely. threat /thret/ [noun] – the possibility that something unwanted will happen, or a…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eventual /ih-VEN-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening or existing at a later time or at the end, especially after a lot of effort, problems, etc. The eventual success of the project relied on the team’s dedication and perseverance through numerous challenges. bid /bid/ [verb] – to say goodbye or to express farewell After the graduation ceremony, friends gathered to bid farewell to their classmates before they departed for different colleges. convey /kuhn-VEY/ [verb] – to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other people She used gestures to convey her…
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Ohtani secures second consecutive American League MVP award unanimously

2024年2月2日

Ohtani Shohei

©Nikkei Asia 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。 Is baseball the most popular sport in your country? Have you ever played or watched baseball? 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。 valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – something that is of great worth, importance, or usefulness The ancient artifacts found in the archaeological site were considered highly valuable due to their historical significance. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year during which a particular sport is played The football season in Europe typically runs from late summer to early spring, captivating millions of fans across the…
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Ohtani secures second consecutive American League MVP award unanimously

2024年2月2日

Ohtani Shohei

©Nikkei Asia Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legendary /LEJ-uhn-der-ee/ [adjective] – very famous and admired or spoken about The legendary musician’s concerts always sold out within minutes due to his immense talent and iconic status. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else After the heavy rainfall, a subsequent flood submerged the lower-lying areas. convey /kuhn-VEY/ [verb] – to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other people His artwork conveys profound emotions through vibrant colors and bold strokes. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin something The orchestra will commence its performance at seven o’clock sharp….
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