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。 Do you use artificial sweeteners? Do you think avoiding sugar can cause weight loss? 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 homeowner decided to reduce energy consumption by installing energy-efficient appliances. effect /ih-FEKT/ [ih-FEKT] – the result of a particular influence Regular exercise has a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being. scientific /sahy-uhn-TIF-ik / [adjective] – relating to science, or using the organized methods of science The journal article…
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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 ever used a powder supplement before? Do you think powder supplements are effective? 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。 option /OP-shuhn / [noun] – one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice When choosing a book to read, you have the option to borrow it from the library or buy it from a bookstore. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl / [adjective] – acceptable or right for someone or something This coat is not suitable for the summer because it’s too…
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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 like eating fried foods? Are you familiar with anxiety and depression? 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。 compare /kuhm-PAIR/ [verb] – to examine or look for the difference between two or more things It is unfair to compare the achievements of two individuals who have had entirely different life experiences and opportunities. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider My friend suggested that we go to the new Italian restaurant in town, hinting that he might have…
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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。 Are you aware that some gases can cause cancer? Did you know that toxic gas is used to sanitize medical devices and spices? 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。 limit /LIM-it/ [verb] – to control something so that it is not greater than a particular amount, number, or level The store limits the number of items that customers can buy to ensure that everyone can have a fair chance to purchase what they need. apply /uh-PLAHY/ [uh-PLAHY] – to have a connection or be important Since she is not…
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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。 Does everyone experience pain in the same way? Is there a way to completely eliminate pain from our lives? 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。 solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem If you want to clean your hands when water and soap are not available, a good solution is to use hand sanitizer. promising /PROM-uh-sing/ [adjective] – Something that is promising shows signs that it is going to be successful or enjoyable My little brother is very good at drawing, and his teacher says he shows…
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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 too much sugar good for your health? Is it easy to avoid foods with too much sugar? 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。 expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity To solve the country’s health crisis, the government asked for the help of health experts. although /awl-THOH/ [conjunction] – despite the fact that Although he is scared of reptiles, he still chose a snake as a pet. obvious /OB-vee-uhs / [adjective] – easy to…
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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。 Can heart disease be prevented with a healthy lifestyle? Can heart disease be identified by a smartphone app? 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。 discover /dih-SKUVH-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time Yesterday, I went on a hike with my family, and we discovered a beautiful waterfall hidden in the forest. fight /fahyt/ [noun] – a situation in which you use a lot of effort to defeat someone or achieve something, or to stop something happening The fight against homelessness…
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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。 What was your first job? Do you work from home or at the office? 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。 stressful /STRES-fuhl/ [adjective] – making you feel worried and nervous Finding a job was one of the most stressful moments for Lucas. employee /em-PLOI-ee/ [noun] – someone who is paid to work for someone else The small business currently has 40 employees. likely /LAHYK-lee/ [adverb] – if something is likely, it will probably happen or is expected Plane tickets are likely to be expensive this December. period /PEER-ee-uhd/ [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。 How many days do you work/go to school in a day? What do you do on your rest days? 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。 benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [noun] – a helpful or good effect, or something intended to help These new regulations could bring real benefits to teachers. particularly /per-TIK-yuh-ler-lee/ [adverb] – especially, or more than usual Seafood pairs particularly well with this wine. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving the results wanted or hoped for No one expected him to become a successful writer. salary /SAL-uh-ree/ [noun] – a…
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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。 How do you motivate yourself? What motivates you every day? 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。 publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to make information available to people, especially in a book, magazine, or newspaper, or to produce and sell a book, magazine, or newspaper Our group publishes a journal every four months. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of things that are happening and the conditions that exist at a particular time and place He oftentimes feels awkward in social situations. view /vyoo/ [noun] – an opinion, belief, or idea,…
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