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Young gymnast Shinnosuke Oka secures gold in Paris Olympics

2024年8月6日

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©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli 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。 Which sport are you most excited to watch at the Olympics? Is having previous competition experience necessary for Olympic athletes? 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。 talented /TAL-uhn-tid/ [adjective] – with talent; able or skillful The talented pianist played a beautiful solo at the concert. skill /skil/ [noun] – the ability to do something well, usually as a result of experience or training Her skills in computer programming are highly sought after by tech companies. perfectly /PUR-fikt-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is without any mistakes…
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Tokyo brewer innovates sake production with music and compact methods

2024年7月31日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the process of making alcoholic beverages, such as sake, wine, or beer? What are some common reasons people enjoy drinking alcoholic beverages? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brewery /BROO-uh-ree/ [noun] – a place where beer or other alcoholic drinks are produced They visited a local brewery to taste freshly brewed beer. brewer /BROO-uhr/ [noun] – a person who makes beer or other alcoholic drinks The brewer explained the process of crafting the perfect beer. vibration /vahy-BREY-shuhn/ [noun] – continuous quick, slight shaking movement The vibrations…
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Tokyo brewer innovates sake production with music and compact methods

2024年7月31日

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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 visited a brewery? Is sake the most popular alcoholic drink in your country? 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。 explain /ik-SPLEYN/ [verb] – to make something clear or easy to understand by describing it in more detail She explains the rules of the game before we start playing. narrow /NAR-oh/ [adjective] – having a small width in relation to length or height; not wide The narrow path through the forest was lined with wildflowers. equipment /ih-KWIP-muhnt/ [noun] – the necessary items for a particular purpose or…
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Tokyo brewer innovates sake production with music and compact methods

2024年7月31日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tank /tangk/ [noun] – a large container for storing liquid or gas The firefighter filled the water tank before heading out to the wildfire. modified /MO-duh-fide/ [adjective] – changed or altered, usually to improve something or make it more suitable The engineer presented the modified design of the bridge to the committee. machinery /muh-SHEE-nuh-ree/ [noun] – machines collectively or the components of a machine The factory’s new machinery increased production efficiency significantly. ergonomic /ur-guh-NOM-ik/ [adjective] – designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment The ergonomic chair helped reduce back pain for the office workers….
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Japan faces heatwave impacts on various industries and public health

2024年7月16日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What challenges do communities face during extreme weather conditions? Aside from extreme temperatures, what other effects of climate change have you observed recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. throughout /throo-OUT/ [adverb] – in every part, or during the whole period of time The tradition of celebrating cherry blossom festivals is observed throughout Japan. equipped /ih-KWIPT/ [adjective] – provided with necessary items or equipment The new laboratory is equipped with the latest technology to conduct advanced research. cool down /kool doun/ [phrasal verb] – to decrease in temperature; to become cooler…
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Japan faces heatwave impacts on various industries and public health

2024年7月16日

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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’s the weather in your country these days? Could you give me one way to stay cool during hot weather? 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。 humid /HYOO-mid/ [adjective] – having a high level of moisture or water vapor in the air The Amazon rainforest is known for its humid climate, which supports diverse wildlife. nearby /NEER-BAHY/ [adverb] – not far away There’s a nice café nearby where we can grab a quick bite. patient /PEY-shuhnt/ [noun] – individuals who are under medical care or treatment The hospital has…
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Japan faces heatwave impacts on various industries and public health

2024年7月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alert /uh-LURT/ [noun] – warnings or notifications about a particular situation or danger Weather alerts were issued for the approaching hurricane. fatality /noun/ [fey-TAL-i-tee] – deaths resulting from a particular event, situation, or condition The accident resulted in several fatalities and prompted a review of safety procedures. output /OUT-poot/ [noun] – the amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry The factory’s output of smartphones increased significantly after upgrading its assembly line. restart /ree-START/ [verb] – to start again or resume operation after stopping The computer system was restarted to apply the latest software…
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