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2024年12月31日
©Conservation International/photo by Trond Larsen/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. partially /PAHR-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – not completely The instructions were partially completed, leaving some steps unclear. spiny /SPAHY-nee/ [adjective] – covered with spines He avoided touching the spiny sea urchin while snorkeling. amphibian /am-FIB-ee-uhn/ [noun] – an animal, such as a frog, that lives both on land and in water but must produce its eggs in water The pond is home to many amphibians, including frogs and salamanders. invaluable /in-VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – extremely useful The map provided invaluable assistance during the hike. immense /ih-MENS/ [adjective] – extremely large in size…
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2024年12月29日
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scarcity /SKAIR-si-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not easy to find or get During the drought, food scarcity became a major issue for many communities. conserve /kuhn-SURV/ [verb] – to protect something from loss or harm, often referring to resources We need to conserve energy to reduce our carbon footprint. purify /PYOOR-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to remove bad substances from something to make it pure The water was purified before being used for drinking. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge or understanding of a particular issue or situation The campaign aims to…
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2024年12月29日
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) 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 water conservation is important in your country? Can you imagine a world where recycled water is used in many products? 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。 discussion /dih-SKUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of talking about something in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas The students had a lively discussion about their favorite books. recycled /ruh-SAI-kld/ [adjective] – having been used before and then put through a process so that it can form a new product The company uses recycled materials to…
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2024年12月29日
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do people in your country save water? If you could invent something to help with water shortages, what would it be? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. showcase /SHOH-keys/ [verb] – to display or present something for others to see The company showcased its new product at the trade show. batch /bach/ [noun] – a group or collection of things or people considered together The bakery prepares fresh batches of bread every morning. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make certain that something will happen or be the…
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2024年12月29日
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2024年12月24日
©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/File Photo Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What aspects of early human life interest you? How did early humans affect the environment, and how does this still impact us today? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. biological /bahy-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to biology or living organisms The biological processes in plants are essential for photosynthesis. anthropological /an-thruh-puh-LAA-juh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to anthropology, the study of humans, human behavior, and societies The anthropological research revealed insights into ancient civilizations. metabolism /muh-TAB-uh-liz-uhm/ [noun] – the chemical processes within a living organism that maintain life Changes in metabolism…
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2024年12月24日
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2024年12月24日
©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/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。 Have you heard of Neanderthals? Do you want to learn about early humans’ 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。 recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting from a short time ago The recent storm caused significant damage to the crops. remain /ri-MEYN/ [noun] – the part or piece left after something has been destroyed or decayed The remains of the ancient city were uncovered during the excavation. modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – relating to the present or recent times The modern design of the house includes…
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2024年12月24日
©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sequence /SEE-kwuhns/ [verb] – to determine the order of genetic information or elements The team plans to sequence the DNA of ancient remains found in the cave. confer /kuhn-FUR/ [verb] – to grant or bestow something (such as a benefit or advantage) The committee conferred the award on the most outstanding researcher of the year. pigmentation /pig-muhn-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the natural coloring of a plant or animal tissue The loss of pigmentation in his skin was caused by a medical condition called vitiligo. deleterious /del-i-TEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Smoking has…
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2024年12月22日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revitalize /ree-VAHYT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to give new life, energy, or strength to something The city government plans to revitalize old parks to attract more visitors. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Loud noise can be detrimental to students’ concentration during exams. infusion /in-FYOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – the addition of something that is needed or helpful The new teacher brought an infusion of enthusiasm to the school. subsidence /suhb-SAI-dns/ [noun] – the gradual sinking of land to a lower level The coastal town faced challenges due to land subsidence after years of mining. synergy /SIN-er-jee/ [noun]…
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