Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle
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2024年2月5日
©Thomas Cristofoletti / Ruom for Unearthed Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pregnancy /PREG-nuhn-see/ [noun] – the state of being pregnant The doctor confirmed her pregnancy during the routine check-up. garment /GAHR-muhnt/ [noun] – a piece of clothing She designed a beautiful garment for the fashion show. scrap /skrap/ [noun] – a small leftover piece or fragment resulting from something larger that has been used, consumed, or produced After finishing the project, there were several metal scraps left on the workshop floor. regulated /REH-gyuh-lay-tuhd/ [adjective] – controlled by rules or laws The factory’s emissions were strictly monitored to ensure they complied with…
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2024年2月5日
©Thomas Cristofoletti / Ruom for Unearthed 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 purchasing international brands? Do you prioritize specific factors or qualities before making a purchase decision? 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed The recycling center sorted various types of waste, separating plastics, paper, and glass for processing. fuel /FYOO-uhl/ [noun] – a material used to produce heat or energy, typically used to power machines or processes Wood pellets…
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2024年1月24日
©GETTY IMAGES 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 cancer a common health concern in your country? Are you aware of any risk factors or common causes associated with cancer? 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。 cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun] – a serious disease that is caused when cells in the body grow in a way that is uncontrolled and not normal, killing normal cells and often causing death Early detection is crucial to effectively treating cancer. disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – (an) illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health…
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2024年1月24日
©GETTY IMAGES Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What knowledge or information do you have about ‘cancer’? Can you mention any risk factors or common causes associated with cancer that you’re aware of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – an event to celebrate or introduce something new The company will launch its innovative product next month at the trade show. worldwide /wurld-WAHYD/ [adjective] – existing or happening in all parts of the world The company’s product launch received widespread attention and was marketed and distributed worldwide, reaching consumers in over 100 countries. overcome…
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2024年1月24日
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2024年1月24日
©GETTY IMAGES Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. combat /kuhm-BAT/ [verb] – to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing We must combat the spread of misinformation. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The report offers a comprehensive overview of the situation. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this The company decided to intensify its marketing efforts to boost sales. aspiration /as-puh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – something that you hope to achieve Her lifelong aspiration is to become a successful novelist. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective]…
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2024年1月23日
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2024年1月23日
©Arun Thakur / AFP – Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage The detrimental effects of smoking are well-documented. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced, or attacked The elderly are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses during extreme weather conditions. irritation /ir-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a painful or sore feeling in a part of the body The pollen in the air caused irritation in her eyes. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The severity of the storm led to widespread damage across the city. vitality /vahy-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – energy and…
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2024年1月23日
©Arun Thakur / AFP – Getty Images 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 your country experience problems with air pollution? Do you think solving the problem of air pollution is easy? 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。 pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste The city’s efforts to reduce pollution have resulted in cleaner air and a healthier environment. issue /ISH-oo/ [noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about Climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate global attention and…
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2024年1月23日
©Arun Thakur / AFP – Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are the most significant impacts or consequences of air pollution on the environment and human health? Can you describe some sources or factors contributing to air pollution that you are aware of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisis /KRAHY-sis / [noun] – an extremely difficult or dangerous point in a situation The pandemic created a crisis, disrupting normal life worldwide. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone…
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