Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Beginner

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 already gone hiking? What is the most famous hiking destination you know of? 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。 filter /FIL-ter / [noun] – a device used to remove unwanted substances from a liquid or gas The water filter removes bacteria from the drinking water. disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – an illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident The new vaccine has shown promise in preventing the spread of the disease. helicopter /HEL-i-kop-ter/ [noun] – an…
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©AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews 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 tried any new flavors of beverages recently? Do you prefer sugary drinks or sugar-free options? 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。 snack /snak/ [noun] – a small amount of food that is eaten between meals, or a very small meal I always keep a snack in my bag in case I get hungry during the day. twist /twist / [noun] – a surprising or unexpected element or characteristic Adding chocolate chips to the cookie dough gave the recipe an interesting twist. taste /teyst/ [noun]…
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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 know the term “no-buy challenge”? Have you attempted a similar challenge before? 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。 trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something is developing or changing Wearing oversized clothes became a trend among teenagers. stuff /stuhf/ [noun] – miscellaneous items; things of little importance or value She packed her stuff and left for the trip. environment /en-VAHY-ruhn-muhnt/ [noun] – the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates We need to protect the environment by reducing…
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©REUTERS/Tom Bateman/File Photo 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 people in your country usually enjoy salty flavors in their food? Are there potential health risks associated with consuming too much salt? 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。 touch /tuhch/ [verb] – to put your hand or another part of your body lightly onto and off something or someone After the accident, she hesitated to touch the steering wheel, fearing another collision. tongue /tuhng/ [noun] – the large, soft piece of flesh in the mouth that you can move, and is used for tasting, speaking,…
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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 Salmonella a type of bacteria? Does Salmonella contamination affect food safety? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made or grown to be sold, especially something that is made by an industrial process or grown on a farm The store sells a variety of products, including food, clothes, and electronics. dangerous /DEYN-jer-uhs/ [adjective] – likely to cause harm or injury Climbing up the steep cliff without proper gear is very dangerous. breaded /BRED-id/ [adjective] – covered with breadcrumbs before cooking My favorite…
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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 already seen a baby turtle? Do you know what a storm surge is? 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。 flood /fluhd/ [verb] – to overflow or inundate with water; a great quantity of water covering land that is usually dry Heavy rain can flood streets and homes. stuck /stuhk/ [adjective] – unable to move or extricate oneself from a particular situation He was stuck in traffic for hours due to the accident. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – important and needing urgent attention or action; of great consequence She…
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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。 Has the learning experience in your country been influenced by the rise of technology, particularly computer keyboards and tablets? Have you ever encountered cursive handwriting before, either in educational materials, documents, or other sources? 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。 handwriting /HAND-rahy-ting/ [noun] – the particular way in which someone forms letters with a pen or pencil Her neat handwriting on the thank-you card was admired by everyone. former /FAWR-mer / [adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past In her…
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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 genetic factors can influence health conditions? Are you familiar with any new treatments that have been successful without causing significant side effects? 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。 approved /uh-PROOVD/ [adjective] – officially agreed upon; accepted or authorized Only approved candidates are allowed to participate in the upcoming election. solution /suh-LOO-shun/ [noun] – a means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation Using renewable energy sources is a possible solution to environmental challenges. sound /sownd/ [noun] – vibrations that travel through the air…
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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 virtual care services contribute to healthcare? Do you think integrating technology into healthcare can lead to cost savings for both patients and providers? 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。 service /SUR-vis/ [noun] – the action of helping or doing work for someone The restaurant provided excellent service to its customers. software /SAWFT-wair/ [noun] – programs and other operating information used by a computer I need to install new software on my computer for better security. private /PRAHY-vit/ [adjective] – belonging to or for the use of one particular…
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©REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier 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 attended any yoga or fitness classes? Have you ever heard of any unusual or creative businesses or services aimed at improving people’s mental well-being or relaxation? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. The meditation helped him reduce stress levels after a long day at work. unable /uhn-EY-buhl/ [adjective] – to not be able to do something Due to his allergies, she was unable to keep a…
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