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2023年12月11日
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 usually drink coffee? Have you ever tried different brewing methods for coffee? 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。 decrease /dih-KREES/ [verb] – to become less, or to make something become less The temperature is expected to decrease significantly in the coming days. handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of It’s important to find someone who can handle the responsibilities of this job. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the people and activities involved in one type of business The fashion industry…
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2023年12月11日
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2023年12月11日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The CEO decided to initiate a new marketing campaign to boost sales. cultivate /KUHL-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to prepare land and grow crops on it, or to grow a particular crop He took a course on how to cultivate herbs for medicinal purposes. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The severe drought in the region led to water shortages and crop failures. grasp /grahsp/ [verb ] – to understand something, especially something difficult Despite the complex nature of the topic,…
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2023年12月11日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of coffee are you familiar with? What is your favorite type of coffee, and how often do you drink it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncertain /uhn-SUR-tn/ [adjective] – not known or fixed, or not completely certain The outcome of the experiment is still uncertain as we await the final results. tackle /TAK-uhl / [verb] – to try to deal with something or someone She decided to tackle the challenging project head-on, determined to find a solution. vital /VAHYT-l/ [adjective] – necessary for the success or continued existence…
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2023年12月9日
©Brent Seales Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think ‘artificial intelligence’ means? How do you imagine AI might be used in our daily lives or in various industries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time, or the thing that is found The archaeological team’s exciting discovery of ancient artifacts sheds new light on the history of the region. enable /en-EY-buhl / [verb] – to make someone able to do something or to make something possible The…
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2023年12月9日
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2023年12月9日
©Brent Seales Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scroll /skrohl/ [noun] – a long roll of paper or similar material, usually with official writing on it The ancient manuscript was carefully unrolled to reveal a long, delicate scroll covered in intricate calligraphy. artificial intelligence /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun] – the use of computer programs that have some of the qualities of the human mind, such as the ability to understand language, recognize pictures, and learn from experience Artificial intelligence has made significant advancements in natural language processing, enabling chatbots and virtual assistants to understand and respond to human conversations. philosophical /fil-uh-SOF-i-kuhl/ [adjective] –…
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2023年12月9日
©Brent Seales 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 know what “artificial intelligence” means? Have you heard about robots or computers that can think and learn like humans? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt / [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The ancient ruins of the temple held secrets from a time long ago. buried /BER-eed / [adjective] – located beneath or covered by something The buried treasure was hidden deep in the ground. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – the act of trying…
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2023年11月29日
©Courtesy Narin Chomphuphuang Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spark /spahrk/ [noun] – a very small piece of fire that flies out from something that is burning, or one that is made by rubbing two hard things together, or a flash of light made by electricity The campfire crackled and sent sparks dancing into the night sky, illuminating the faces of the campers gathered around. revelation /rev-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known that was secret, or a fact that is made known The unexpected revelation about the existence of a new species of butterfly sparked excitement among the scientific…
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2023年11月29日
©Courtesy Narin Chomphuphuang Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a tarantula? If so, can you describe your encounter with one? If not, what are your initial impressions or thoughts about tarantulas? Could you share some examples of unique species you have encountered in your life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fascinating /FAS-uh-ney-ting/ [adjective] – extremely interesting The documentary about marine life was so fascinating that I couldn’t stop watching it. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize or establish the identity of something or someone The detective was able to identify the suspect…
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