Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

Early morning wake-up tips to beat your alarm clock

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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 use an alarm clock to wake up in the morning? Do you usually wake up before your alarm goes off? 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。 avoid /uh-VOID/ [verb] – to stay away from someone or something I avoid sugary foods to maintain a healthy diet. tip /tip / [noun] – a useful piece of information, especially about how to do something Here’s a tip: When cooking pasta, add a splash of olive oil to prevent it from sticking together. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to spend time…
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Shyness: An experience for all

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting: The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are a mesmerizing natural phenomenon that illuminates the night sky with vibrant colors. consistently /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that does not change Sarah consistently arrives early to work every day, demonstrating her punctuality and dedication. albeit /awl-BEE-it/ [conjunction] – although She decided to take the job offer, albeit with some reservations about the long commute. intervention /in-ter-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of becoming intentionally involved in…
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Shyness: An experience for all

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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 ever experience feelings of shyness? Are you currently more shy compared to when you were a child? 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。 nervous /NUR-vuhs/ [adjective] – worried and anxious John felt nervous before his job interview. natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – (of a person or their behaviour) seeming normal and relaxed The results showed that he had a natural ability for leadership. pay attention (to something) /PAY-uh-TEN-shn/ [phrasal verb] – to watch, listen to, or think about something carefully Please pay attention during the presentation so that…
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Shyness: An experience for all

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think about shyness and its effect on children? Have you ever experienced shyness during your childhood? If so, can you explain your experience? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, point, or make clear in another way The weather forecast indicates that there will be heavy rain tomorrow. moreover /mawr-OH-ver/ [adverb] – (used to add information) also and more importantly The concert tickets were sold out. Moreover, the band announced an additional show the following week. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or…
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Social media app filters and AI reshape self-representation

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you used apps that use technology to enhance your photos and videos? How was your experience? In what ways do those apps affect how you think of yourself? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Using a moisturizer can enhance the appearance and texture of your skin. acceptance /ak-SEP-tuhns / [noun] – general agreement that something is satisfactory or right, or that someone should be included in a group The cultural diversity program promotes acceptance and understanding among…
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Social media app filters and AI reshape self-representation

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. filter /FIL-ter / [noun] – a tool for creating special effects on an image I applied a filter to the photo to enhance its colors. facial /FEY-shuhl/ [adjective] – of or on the face She applied a facial cleanser to remove dirt and impurities from her face. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – to cause the start of something The inspiring speech by the guest speaker sparked enthusiasm and motivation in the audience. representation /rep-ri-zen-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the way that someone or something is shown or described The museum’s collection offers a diverse representation of different art movements…
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Social media app filters and AI reshape self-representation

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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 use filters to enhance your photos? Do you think using filters to enhance photos is okay? 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。 standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a pattern or model that is generally accepted This product meets the industry standard for safety regulations. expression /ik-SPRESH-uhn/ [ik-SPRESH-uhn] – the act of showing a feeling or idea, or a feeling or idea that is shown His artwork is a beautiful expression of his creativity and imagination. disability /dis-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – an illness, injury, or condition that makes it difficult…
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