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China addresses housing crisis amid property market challenges

2024年3月18日

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©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] – to limit the ability of someone to do something, or to limit the development of something Housing regulations can hinder the progression of ambitious development projects. insecurity /in-si-KYOOR-i-tee/ [noun] – the feelings of uncertainty, doubt, or lack of confidence in oneself or about a particular situation The economic instability heightened insecurity among investors, causing hesitation in the market. intervention /in-ter-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of becoming intentionally involved in a difficult situation, in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse The government’s timely intervention prevented the financial…
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China addresses housing crisis amid property market challenges

2024年3月18日

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©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems do you think people face when it comes to finding homes or places to live? What factors do you consider before choosing a place to live or deciding on a house to move into? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. struggle /STRUHG-uhl / [verb] – to experience difficulty and make a very great effort in order to do something She struggled to meet her deadlines amidst a heavy workload at the office. debt /det/ [noun] – something, especially money, that is owed to someone else, or the…
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China addresses housing crisis amid property market challenges

2024年3月18日

China

©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang 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 it easy to find a house or home in your country? Do you consider various factors before choosing a place to live or deciding on a house to move into? 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。 builder /BIL-der/ [noun] – a person whose job it is to make buildings The builder constructed a new house in the neighborhood. owe /oh/ [verb] – to need to pay or give something to someone because they have lent money to you, or in exchange for something they have done…
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Urging countries to curb factory farming for climate goals

2024年3月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. urge /urj/ [verb] – to strongly advise or try to persuade someone to do a particular thing I urge you to reconsider your decision. subsidy /SUHB-si-dee/ [noun] – money given as part of the cost of something, to help or encourage it to happen The government provides subsidies to support renewable energy initiatives. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something Environmentalists advocate for sustainable farming practices to protect ecosystems. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a dedicated effort or journey towards achieving a particular goal Their quest for…
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Urging countries to curb factory farming for climate goals

2024年3月3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。 Do you know that agricultural practices might contribute to greenhouse gas emissions? Is your country employing strategies or methods to reduce environmental problems? 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。 farming /FAHR-ming/ [noun] – the activity of working on a farm or organizing the work there Farming requires dedication and hard work, involving tasks such as planting, harvesting, and caring for animals. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something The scientific method involves steps like observation, hypothesis, experimentation, and conclusion. climate /klahy-mit/ [noun] – the general weather…
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Urging countries to curb factory farming for climate goals

2024年3月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What environmental issues are you aware of that contribute to climate change? What strategies or methods is your country employing to reduce environmental problems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad Smoking can cause health problems like lung disease. tons /tuhnz/ [noun] – a unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms The cargo ship transported 5 metric tons of wheat to the port. proposal /pruh-poh-zuhl / [noun] – a suggestion, sometimes a written one The proposal was well-received by the committee….
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Asian wealth managers head to Dubai for client diversification

2024年2月22日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about Dubai? If you were to live in Dubai, what challenges do you think you might experience, considering its unique cultural and economic landscape? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. client /KLAHY-uhnt/ [noun] – a customer or someone who receives services The business prioritizes delivering exceptional products and services to every client, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to During the presentation, the speaker tried to emphasize the significance of sustainable…
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Asian wealth managers head to Dubai for client diversification

2024年2月22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 been to Dubai? Have you heard about any recent trends in global investments or wealth management that caught your attention? 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。 rule /rool/ [noun] – an accepted principle or instruction that states the way things are or should be done, and tells you what you are allowed or are not allowed to do Understanding and following a country’s rules is essential for smooth integration into its society. chance /chans/ [noun] – an occasion that allows something to be done Winning the…
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