act of working with someone toward a common goal
We appreciate your cooperation.
envy
to feel envy towards (someone)
Wow, I envy you.
fresh
not stale
They look so fresh!
inconvenience
a state or an example of problems or trouble, which often causes a delay or loss of comfort
And we’re truly sorry for the inconvenience.
indoor
related to the inside of a building
I guess we’ll only be able to do indoor activities.
register
list or record of dates
We regret to inform you that everyone is going to have to register for next semester's classes again.
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast says it's going to rain heavily all day long that day.
announcement
public or formal words that tell something
We have an announcement for you and your families.
business hours
영업[업무] 시간
You can contact us during business hours.
charge
to make (a person) responsible for (a task etc)
Membership cards allow them to borrow equipment free of charge.
costuming
의상(재료)
I’m going to try to stay as true to the original costuming as I can.
director
the person responsible for the interpretive aspects of a stage, film, or television production
Hey, Paul. I just had a quick talk with the director.
donation
an act of presenting something as a gift
We accept donations of used medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, and shower chair.
dress rehearsal
총연습
See you at dress rehearsal.
equipment storage
기자재 창고
We ask you to call due to limited space for equipment storage.
injury
damage to someone's body caused by an accident orattack
I’m almost as good as I was before the injury.
javelin
창
So you can throw a javelin again?
membership card
회원증
Donors are issued membership cards which allow them to borrow equipment free of charge.
non-profit organization
비영리 단체
The Closet is run by the State Health Foundation, a non-profit organization.
organized
having a formal structure and being coordinated
Maybe we should buy planners so we can be more organized.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list
I missed registration for the summer internship program.
role
the function of a person or thing in a particular situation
I’ve got the role of Adam.
slip one's mind
(깜빡) 잊어 버리다
I guess you were busy and it slipped your mind.
track meet
육상경기대회
I’m really looking forward to seeing you compete in the track meet this weekend.
working condition
작동 되는 상태
We check that they are clean and in working condition.
aisle
An aisle is a space between two things that people use to walk.
Well, you’re going to want to check the candy aisle.
be recognized
인정받다
It’s a good opportunity for your hard work and great ideas to be recognized.
business proposal
사업 제안
The directors want you to present your business proposal at the meeting next week.
conscious
aware; awake
Are you environmentally conscious?
directors
(회사의) 임원[중역/이사]
I won’t disappoint the directors.
disappoint
not to satisfy
I hope I won’t disappoint the directors.
environmentally
concerning the environment
I like to be environmentally conscious.
final touch
마무리 작업
I’m putting the final touches on the business proposal we talked about.
in stock
stored and available, ready for use
Okay, so we have one copy in stock.
opportunity
an occasion in which one is able to do something
It’s a good opportunity.
potential
possible; capable of becoming real in the future
They think your proposal has great potential.
prefer
to like better
My mother always offers to take me in her car, but I prefer the bus.
presentation
the manner in which written work etc is presented or set out
I’ve never made a presentation for such an important group of people.
register
list or record of dates
It's near the register.
thoughtful
being done after careful consideration
Well, that’s quite thoughtful of you.
announce
to make it known
We couldn't be happier to announce that we will be hosting the festival!
annual
occurring once a year
We couldn't be happier to announce that we will be hosting the Fourth annual Cherry Blossom Festival!
blossom
develop into something very good
Our cherry blossoms are in full bloom!
collection
a group
These will complete my collection.
credit card
a plastic card issued by a bank
Oh, this coupon is only valid if you're paying with a VISA credit or debit card.
debit card
a plastic card that can be used to take money directly from your bank account when one pays for things
Those coupons are only valid if you're paying with a debit card.
delivery
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc)
Would you like to make an order for delivery?
flower stamp
꽃무늬 우표
I have a question about your flower stamp series.
in full bloom
만발하여
Our roses are in full bloom!
make an order
주문하다
I’d like to make an order for delivery.
released
출고되다
I heard the rose stamps were just released.
sold out
to dispose of entirely by selling
They were sold out.
valid
having a basis in logic or fact; reasonable
This coupon is only valid if you're paying with a VISA credit or debit card.
bother
to make the effort to do something
It never seemed to bother him when he was younger.
campaign manager
선거 사무장
He is serving as her campaign manager.
campaign speech
선거 연설
Jane has been writing a campaign speech for some time, and it’s nearly completed.
discuss
to talk about
By discussing their ideas
ease tension
긴장을 완화하다
They try to ease the tension.
formal
done in an official public way
It’s formal, but not too formal.
opinion
a thought or belief about something or someone
Jane shows it to David so she can get his opinion.
serious
being dangerous or having a potentially negative effect
It seems like he has some serious issues with his stomach.
stick to
~을 고수하다, 계속하다
He should stick to simple foods like rice and beans for now.
student council president
학생회장
Jane is a student running for student council president.
suit
to satisfy
I think it suits me perfectly.
upset stomach
배탈
They’re known to cause upset stomachs.
well written
잘 쓰여진
David thinks it’s well written.
adapted for
~에 적합한
Certain insects are adapted for hiding.
appearance
the act of coming into view or coming into a place
Avoid being eaten by changing their appearances to look like something in their environment.
authority
the power to give orders and make decisions
According to a respected news authority based in London, around two billion people can speak English.
billion
a very large number: 1,000,000,000
There are around two billion people in the world who can speak English.
combination
group; two or more things put together
Canadian English is a combination of American and British English.
commend
to praise something or someone publicly
The dean of the department is particularly impressed and commends Peter for his effort.
dean
the head of a department or school at a university
The dean of the department, Dr. Goldberg, is particularly impressed and commends Peter for his effort.
defend
protect
They’ve developed various ways of defending themselves.
disappear
to stop being VISIBLE
The small bodies of some ants enable them to quickly disappear.
engineering
the work of designing and creating roads,bridges, buildings, products, or systems
His university opened up an engineering contest for students.
fate
a force or power believed to determine in advance everything that happens
Avoid this fate.
flaw
something that is not perfect
I think I should rework some of the design flaws.
handout
printed information which is free of charge
To get a better idea of the differences in these native English countries, have a look at the handout I have provided.
interestingly
in a way that attracts your attention and makes you want to know more
Second and most interestingly
intonation
the rise and fall in the sound of your voice as you speak
The differences between American English, British English, and Australian English are usually matters of intonation.
major
important
What is your major?
physics
the scientific study of forces and matter and the ways they affect each other
Peter is a physics major.
predator
attacker; hunter
It’s so bitter that predators avoid eating them.
pronunciation
the way that a word is PRONOUNCED
The differences between these are usually matters of pronunciation, intonation, and vocabulary.
respected
admired and considered important by many people
According to a respected news authority, there are around two billion people in the world who can speak English.
variety
different types
There are even different varieties of English for those who speak it as their first language.
appliance
electrical device (ex: refrigerator)
Welcome to Frank’s Home appliances.
assure
to tell someone that something will happen or that something is true in a strong and definite way consume
I can assure you one thing.
audience
the group of people watching or listening to an event
And a much larger audience will view your films.
clearance
a sale
Let’s see what’s in the clearance section.
cosmetic
a beauty preparation, like makeup, lipstick, and skin cream, used on the body, esp. on the face
It was originally $500, but it has a little bit of cosmetic damage so we marked it down to $350.
deny
to say that something is untrue or does not exist
Last year, we had to deny a lot of visitors entrance to the festival because our location was not big enough.
installation fee
설치 비용
Delivery is free, but we do charge an installation fee.
intimacy
a closeness between two people
But it still maintains the intimacy and personality of locations used in years past.
maintain
to continue
The new location still maintains the intimacy and personality of locations used in years past.
personality
the quality of the state of being of a person
How can you describe the personality of locations used in years past?
shorten
to make short or shorter
I want to shorten them two centimeters.
turn somebody away
~을 돌려보내다
I can assure you that your friends and family will not be turned away.
airway
a passage for breathing
When you sleep on your back, your tongue drops and blocks your airways.
blood pressure
the (amount of) pressure of the blood on the walls of the blood-vessels
The couple showed significantly lower blood pressure than the other while telling their stories.
chef
a person who cooks good food as a job
Yes, chef. Yesterday I ordered 30 boxes of tomatoes.
insomnia
Insomnia is a condition in which a person has difficulty sleeping.
Natural ways to get rid of insomnia
interfere with
create an obstacle or disturb
They cause the muscles in the throat to relax, which interferes with breathing.
physiological
related to the body physiological causes of snoring
quality
the extent to which something has features
I'm here to tell you that snoring can lead to poor sleep quality, tiredness during the day, and health problems.
significantly
in a way that is important and worthy of attention
The couples that spent the afternoon holding hands showed significantly lower blood pressure than the other group.
snore
To snore means to make a loud noise each time a sleeping person breathes.
Have you or your loved one ever experienced a bad night's sleep due to snoring?
supplement
to add to something in order to make it complete or better
You should also avoid taking sleeping supplements.
tissue
a piece of thin, soft paper used for blowing and cleaning the nose
Being overweight can create fatty tissue in the back of your throat, which can lead to frequent, loud snoring.
a while
a short time; some time
It’ll be a while before I finish.
chairperson
a person in charge of a corporation
I’m Susan Rogers, chairperson of the River Run Planning Committee.
commute
to travel a long distance to get to work
But have you ever thought about the amount of time that’s wasted commuting?
consist of
to be composed
In the past, the normal routine consisted of the employee coming to work in the morning.
diminish
to make or become less
How the stress of that commute could diminish the employee’s energy before they even arrive at work
eliminate
to completely erase, remove, or destroy something
By eliminating the stress brought on by the daily commute, you’ll allow your employees to put more energy into their tasks.
end up
to finally be; to be in the end
Allowing your employees to work at home will end up being beneficial to you in the end.
grab a bite
가볍게 먹다
Let's grab a bite to eat and head home.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
Anyone over the age of 14 can participate in the Run.
popularity
widespread acceptance
But due to the popularity of the Run, people who are interested need to register early.
productivity
the rate at which a company or country makes goods
I would like to talk to you all today about increasing your business's productivity.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list registration is open until Friday, October 5th.
supervisor
someone who is watches, directs, and is in charge of a task, place, or person
And working all day under the close watch of his or her supervisor.
accountant
An accountant is a person whose job is to keep financial accounts.
I just started a job as an accountant for Green Tree Financial.
accounting
the process or work of keeping financial accounts
She and I became good friends after high school, and she pushed me to study accounting.
adore
to love; to honor greatly
I always adored her.
benefit
an advantage or profit gained from something
But I guess he can get the same benefit by spending more time playing with his friends.
charismatic
having an extraordinary power or appeal
She was so charismatic and funny.
community center
a building or other place in which members of a community may gather for social, educational, or cultural activities
It’s the list of children’s classes at the community center.
enroll
To enroll in something is to put one's name on a list as a member of a group.
I’m thinking of enrolling Jimmy in a musical class.
express oneself
자신을 표현하다
I mean Jimmy can learn to express himself to other people by acting, singing, and dancing.
master's
석사 학위
I’m studying for my master's at Transylvania University.
that's a shame
안됐군요, 유감이에요 that’s a shame, but it’s okay.
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast is calling for a lot of snow at the ski resort, so we’re going to Denali National Park instead.
after-school class
방과후 교실
You mean like an after-school class?
assorted
여러 가지의
She gave me a box of assorted teas and spices, and I need some nice jars to put them in.
bill
an account of money owed for goods etc
You can bill me later, right?
concentration
total attention to something
It can help students with their focus and concentration.
concept
an abstract idea; a general notion
That’s a great concept.
courtyard
A courtyard is an outdoor area that is surrounded by the walls of a building.
Before school starts in the morning, we can have students do some simple exercises in the courtyard.
give it a try
시도하다
Well, I say we give these a try and see if they work.
high school student
고등학생
You know your role is a high school student.
lid
A lid is a top for a box or container that can be removed.
Do you have small glass jars with screw-on lids?
manage
to be responsible for controlling or organizing someone or something especially a business
How could we manage that?
movie poster
영화 포스터
I know. By the way, what’s the idea for the movie poster?
old-fashioned
out-of-date
You know, the ones that look old-fashioned.
opposite
totally different
I’ve read that exercise in the morning actually has the opposite effect.
photography
the art of taking photographs
Since you’re the best professional in photography, I’m sure the poster will look good.
professional soccer player
프로 축구선수
Pursuing her dream as a professional soccer player
regular customer
단골, 단골손님
Well, it’s actually $6 for half a pineapple, but since you’re a regular customer, I’ll give it to you for $5.
reunion
an event where people who have not seen each other for a long time come together
Well, I’m looking to make my famous cherry cake for a family reunion this afternoon.
screw-on
돌려서 닫는
Just some small glass jars with screw-on lids.
set up
to establish
Why don’t you change your clothes while I set up the cameras?
spice
a substance used for seasoning food
I need some nice jars to put assorted teas and spices in.
stop by
to stop at a place for a short time
Would you mind stopping by the supermarket on your way home?
studio
a place for painting, broadcasting, etc..
It’s been a year since I saw you last in your studio.
antique
If something is antique, it is very old and rare, and therefore valuable.
You have a lot of antique vases.
delay
to make something happen at a later time than was planned
I see the 2 o’clock flight to Dallas is delayed.
delicate
easily broken
We have containers specially designed to protect delicate items.
desperate
having an urgent need or desire
Desperate times call for desperate measures.
flight
a journey in a plane
We’ll update the flight information soon, but the plane should take off within two hours.
fragile
easily broken
So, you guys offer a special service for fragile items, right?
measure
to find the size or amount of something
You’re probably right, but desperate times call for desperate measures.
replace
to be used instead of something
What are we going to do if we can’t find a moving company to replace them?
ship
a large boat
We could get everything shipped to your new place on Friday afternoon.
valuables
귀중품
Well, be sure to pack all of your valuables and take them with you separately.
arrange a trip
여행을 계획하다
I’m glad that you arranged my trip on such short notice.
cater to
to provide what is required
We also have a more family-friendly dining area to cater to your young ones.
confirm
to show or state the truth of something that was previously believed or suspected
I’m calling to confirm your trip to New York next week.
downtown
(American) the part (of a city) containing the main centres for business and shopping
But I noticed the hotel is not downtown.
house
a building where people live
Our upstairs lounge houses local jazz talent on the weekends and some weeknights.
locally
relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town
Our establishment employs only the finest chefs, and our food is all grown locally.
open-air
야외의, 옥외의
Our open-air dining room offers an incredible view of the lake.
tour guide
a person who leads a group of people around a place and gives them information about the place
Would you find a tour guide for me?
walking distance
걸어서 갈 수 있는 거리
It’s within walking distance.
beachfront
해안지대의, 해변가의
Well, you can rent a beachfront condo for about 700 dollars a week.
colonial
owning or made up of colonies
The colonial-style houses are lovely, and the beach is quite stunning.
garage
the part of a house where people put their cars
No, it’s not. It’s in my garage, safe and clean.
gas price
연료비
It’s cheaper to take the subway because of the rising gas prices.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We have to get off now.
historic
important in history
I’d definitely like to tour some of the more historic places.
motivate
to give someone a reason to do something; to cause someone to have interest in doing something
I guess exercising alone isn’t very motivating.
quit
to leave, stop, or resign from etc
I quit after three days.
routine
a regular, fixed way of doing things
Well, X-Fit is a routine you do with other people.
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area
Then do you have any special reason for taking the subway, like getting exercise or avoiding traffic?
all-state
주 대표의
I couldn’t join the all-state choir competition.
assume
to believe something is true without knowing
The average person might assume that an average married couple would talk to each other quite often.
calculate
to find a number by doing math
The results of the experiment conducted to calculate the amount of communication between a husband and wife might surprise you.
choir
A choir is a group of people who sing together.
Who was the finalist in last year’s state choir competition?
conduct
to organize something, usually a research study, and carry it out
An experiment was conducted recently to calculate the amount of communication between a husband and wife.
finalist
a contestant who reaches the final stages of a competition
He remembers that Katie was a finalist in last year’s state choir competition.
fishing pole
a rod of wood or steel or fiberglass that is used in fishing to extend the fishing line
You can also rent a fishing pole if you’re interested.
host
person in charge of a social or other event
This is Sunday Evening Classics, and I’m your host, Lauren Bell.
in the interest of
~을 위하여
So, in the interest of all the couples out there, I want to play The Modern Love Song by Scotty McGee.
insurance fee
보험료
It’s $20 per hour, and that includes the insurance fee.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
Joseph calls Katie and asks her to participate.
persistent
continuing to do something despite difficulty or opposition
Joseph is persistent and keeps trying to persuade Katie to join the talent show.
persuade
to make them agree to do something
How can I persuade Katie to join the talent show?
psychologist
a person who studies the human mind
But one psychologist found that couples speak far less than anyone would have imagined.
room number
객실 번호
What’s your room number?
snorkeling
an activity in which people swim under the surface of the water to view sealife
I heard that snorkeling is wonderful here.
snorkeling set
스노클링 장비
Do you have snorkeling sets as well?
spouse
A spouse is the person to whom someone is married.
Try talking to your spouse 14 minutes more per week.
talent show
장기자랑
I’m really excited about joining the talent show.
trivial
unimportant
Sharing thoughts and feelings or even just trivial conversation is very important for couples.
water sports activities
수상 스포츠 활동
I’d like to try some of your water sports activities.
absolutely
definitely, for certain
If you absolutely won’t go above that, then what about these aluminum rackets?
accommodate
to fit the wishes or needs of someone
We can accommodate 50 students that day.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
So I get an additional ten percent off the sale price?
award-winning
상을 받은
I hope that any of you who are interested in joining our award-winning marching band will register and try out.
biography
A biography is an account of someone's life that is written by someone else.
Submit a short biography about your experience.
combine
to mix or join things together
Can I combine that with the coupon I got from your website?
definition
the act of defining or making definite, distinct, or clear
A professional monitor has an ultra-high-definition screen for areas like video editing and graphic design.
extra cloth
여분의 옷
All of you should bring extra clothes and comfortable shoes.
field trip
a group excursion for the purpose of observation
Hi, I’m a teacher from Gladstone Middle School, and I’m planning to take my students to your farm on a field trip.
full-day program
하루 코스(계획)
A full-day program would be good.
half-day program
한나절 코스(계획)
We offer two programs for teens, a half-day and a full-day program.
marching band
행진 악단
The Franklin College marching band tryouts are coming up.
occasional
occurring irregularly
General purposes include emailing, word processing, and watching the occasional movie on your computer.
on sale
at a discounted price
The original price is $500, but they're currently on sale, so you’ll get a 10% discount.
permit
to allow
Our professional judges will determine who will be permitted to join.
purpose
a goal
Do you need one for professional or general purpose?
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
That’s reasonable.
reservation
an agreement to keep something, such as a restaurant table, or hotel room, for use at a particular time in the future
Can I make a reservation now?
take place
happen
The marching band tryouts are coming up, and the actual tryouts are taking place from the 25th to the 30th.
tryout
a trial or test to see the qualifications of an applicant
The actual tryouts are taking place from the 25th to the 30th.
come up with
develop; invent
Did you come up with the idea yourself?
consist of
to be composed
It consists of four buildings with 100 dining rooms and a huge performance hall.
employ
to be someone's boss; to have someone working for you or your company
The restaurant employs about 1,000 people, including 200 cooks in the kitchens.
floor plan
a design for the inside of a building
Secondly, the floor plans of stores are set up to maximize what you buy.
fulfilling
making a person feel happy and satisfied
If you follow these simple tips, I’m sure you’ll save money and live a more fulfilling life.
impulse purchase
충동 구매
Resist impulse purchases.
in the habit
~하는 버릇이 있는
If you are in the habit of taking a taxi to work each day, you can save a lot of money by taking the bus or subway.
instructor
a person who instructs
The instructor will show us when we meet.
international airport
국제 공항
It’s only 20 minutes from the international airport.
repurpose
다른 목적에 맞게 만들다
We learn how to repurpose old things.
resist
to remain strong against something
Be conscious of these strategies and resist impulse purchases.
surprisingly
unusually or unexpectedly
More surprisingly, it consists of four buildings with 100 dining rooms and a huge performance hall.
take advantage of
cheat; treat unfairly
Third, take advantage of online shopping.
traditional show
전통적인 공연
In the performance hall, traditional shows are held every weekend.
transportation
an act, system, or business of moving people or goods from one place to another
First of all, transportation can be expensive.
woodworking
목세공
My art teacher enjoys woodworking as a hobby.
auditorium
An auditorium is a large building used for public events.
We’re going to have the contest in the auditorium.
conference room
회의실
We’re going to have the contest in the auditorium, not a conference room.
connect
to find something in common with someone
I’d like to be connected to room 305.
crucial
extremely important
I made crucial decisions.
debate contest
토론 대회
Ms. Roberts, is the preparation for the debate contest going well?
expertise
special skill or knowledge in a particular field
We want to encourage you to share your knowledge and expertise with our students.
influence
the power to change or persuade others
Some of you here can influence crucial decisions.
judge
to hear and try (cases) in a court of law
We need six judges.
keep in touch
in communication (with)
Do you still keep in touch with him?
meaningful
important
So, now I want to introduce you all to one of our meaningful new programs.
reunification
재통일
It’s the reunification of Korea.
saying
a word or phrase commonly used by a group of people
I’m sure most of you have heard the saying, "Knowledge is power."
sign up
to join an organization or make an agreement to do something etc by writing one's name.
About 120 students have signed up for the contest.
sociology professor
사회학 교수
Do you want to talk to my sociology professor from college?
stiff
When something is stiff, it is hard to move.
The mattress is very stiff and uncomfortable.
appendix
an extended pouch found within the large intestines
I just heard you had your appendix removed.
captivating
매혹적인
It was so captivating and exciting.
fade
greatly decrease
I think that feeling will fade soon.
fascinating
very interesting
It was fascinating.
in no time
so soon or so quickly that it is surprising
You’ll be back outside playing in no time.
in the meantime
meanwhile in the meantime just take it easy and relax.
last minute
최후의 순간, 막판
I had to cancel at the last minute.
last time
지난번
I had to stay longer than usual last time.
lecture
a formal talk given to students or other audiences
Robin, how was Dr. Clark’s special lecture about robotics last Thursday?
operation
when a doctor replaces or removes something in the body
I had the operation a couple of weeks ago.
P.E. teacher
체육 선생님
Did you tell your P.E. teacher about it?
say hello
안부를 전하다
Well, I’ll tell everyone you said hello.
sudden
it happens very quickly
They are usually quite sudden.
take it easy
relax and avoid working too hard or doing too much; not get angry, excited, etc
Just take it easy and relax.
volunteer
a person who offers to do something; a person who works without pay
Some of the volunteers didn’t show up, so I had to do their work, too.
competent
having the necessary skills to do something well
Jessica knows Brian is a competent worker and has been doing his job very well.
effective
having the result that one wants
No, a new door would be more effective.
forgetful
not having a good memory
Why are you so forgetful?
marketing department
마케팅 부서
Jessica and Brian are working in the marketing department of a company.
negative effect
부정적 효과
Now, Brian’s behavior has negative effects on the productivity of the whole department.
pay attention to
keep in mind; take notice of; attend to
Jessica wants to tell him that during work hours he has to pay attention to his job.
reduce
to decrease in amount by boiling
A revolving door system greatly reduces the amount of cold air that enters the building.
revolving door
회전문
If we install a revolving door system, it’ll greatly reduce the amount of cold air that enters the building.
run blog
블로그를 운영하다
She has noticed that Brian has been spending more and more time running his own blog.
situation
all of the things that affect someone or something at aparticular time
In this situation, what would Jessica most likely say to Brian?
stuffy nose
코막힘
I have a headache and a stuffy nose.
swing by
잠깐 들르다
Is there anyone you know who can swing by the house and pick it up for you?
take care of
to look after
He’s a popular blogger and takes care of his blog after work.
team member
팀원
Jessica is the manager, and Brian is her team member.
trap
to catch or take in and not let go
The air gets trapped in the door and can’t get in because the door is spinning.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
In that case, it’ll be an additional $10 per night.
advertise
to tell people about something on TV, radio, etc.
In yesterday’s class, we talked about the origin of advertising.
advertising medium
광고 매체
Today we’re going to look at the features of advertising mediums.
auditorium
An auditorium is a large building used for public events.
Then at one o’clock, we’ll head to the auditorium, where our student council will perform a play.
campsite
campsite
Oh, do you provide water and electricity at your campsites?
consumer
a person who buys or uses a thing
It can deliver targeted messages directly to consumers.
electricity
energy in the form of charged particles
However, we charge more for water and electricity.
facility
the physical area
We’re going to give potential students the chance to visit our campus and explore its facilities.
first-hand
to experience it yourself
Students from the school are going to give you their first-hand experience of life at our establishment.
flexibility
capable of being bent or modified
They’re still popular because of flexibility.
hookup
접속, 연결
Campsites with water hookups are an additional $5 per night.
nightly
야간의
What's your nightly rate?
poster
a large placard put in public places posters come in all sizes.
potential
possible; capable of becoming real in the future
Today, we’re going to give potential students the chance to visit our campus and explore its facilities.
prestigious
having high value or regard
I’m Mrs. Jones, the vice principal here at Williams Academy, and I’d like to welcome you to our prestigious school.
reservation
an agreement to keep something, such as a restaurant table, or hotel room, for use at a particular time in the future
All right. I’d like to make a reservation for two nights, the 14th and 15th of August.
roadside
the area of land that is on the side of the road
You can see them on the side of buildings, on roadsides, or in front of movie theaters.
shopping behavior
소비행태
Based on their shopping behavior
spot
to identify or notice
It’s $36, and that includes one vehicle spot.
vehicle
a machine used for carrying people or goods, especially on land, such as a car, truck, etc.
It’s $35, and that includes one vehicle spot.
assignment
a particular task or duty
Hey Lucy, did you finish the assignment that Mr. Miller gave us?
balance
the ability to control one's weight and position in order to stand or move well
Squirrels use their tails to keep balance and monkeys can hold on to trees with theirs.
be due on
~까지 마감이다
It’s due on Thursday, you know.
communication
the sharing of information, news, etc.
Computers are generally used as communication tools.
expand
to get bigger
I didn’t know that the population of the United States expanded so quickly.
function
the purpose for which a thing is used
Last class, we studied the functions of insects’ wings.
means of protection
보호 수단
Tails can also serve as a means of protection.
misinterpret
잘못 이해하다
You must have misinterpreted the assignment.
outskirts
the outer parts of a city or town
I helped take care of the injured in the hospital and delivered food and water to the outskirts.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
You have to sign up on their website and choose what kind of volunteer program you want to participate in.
suffer
to have a illness or medical condition
Well, as you know, they suffered a major earthquake a few months ago.
video clip
영상, 비디오
Now, let’s study them in more detail by watching a video clip.
volunteer
a person who offers to do something; a person who works without pay
I spent some time in Nepal as a volunteer.
alternative
one of two or more possibilities
It’s better than the alternative.
angle
the direction from which you look at something
Lastly, try to keep your knees at a right angle.
break into
to illegally enter into somewhere
My car was broken into last night while I was out.
convenient
easy and comfortable to do or get to
Even if the parking space isn’t the most convenient, it’s better than the alternative.
damage
to harm something physically
The biggest problems are damage to the eyes and stress on the neck and back.
directly
in a straight line
Second, to lessen the stress on your neck, you need to sit directly in front of your monitor, not to the left or to the right.
field trip
a group excursion for the purpose of observation
Did you find your permission slip for the field trip on Friday?
go off
to start making a noise suddenly
A good friend of mine had one and ended up taking it out because it would go off randomly.
improper posture
부적절한 자세 improper posture is the main cause.
install
to connect or position in preparation for use
That’s why I’m thinking about getting an alarm installed.
miss
to feel the loss of something
Peter, you’re going to miss the bus.
monitor
to keep track of; to watch in order to notice changes
Nowadays more and more office workers have been reporting troubles caused by long hours spent in front of the monitor.
note
pay attention to
Well, I think I lost the original one, so I just wrote a note.
permission slip
허가서
I’m trying to find my permission slip for the field trip on Friday.
pressure
to try to make others do something
To reduce the pressure on your back
property
a quality, trait, or characteristic
It seems like they just wanted to destroy property.
randomly
without method or conscious decision
Take note that it might ring randomly.
wreck
something in a very bad condition
If people want to wreck your stuff, an alarm isn't going to stop them.
animal kingdom
동물계
The animal kingdom is truly magnificent.
be in tune with
~와 리듬이 맞다
Pigeons are in tune with the Earth’s magnetic fields.
contraction
a pain, often muscular, esp. starting the birth of a baby
Sharks can sense electricity from muscle contractions in their prey.
count on
to reply on; to depend on
His team and his school are counting on him to keep the other team from scoring.
goalie
골키퍼
Charles is the team’s goalie, but lately he has been allowing a lot of goals during practice.
homing
귀소성이 있는, 제 집에 돌아오는
That’s why the homing pigeon was used to send messages in the past.
imagination
ability to think creatively
It really helps to develop my imagination.
lately
of late; recently; not long since
Charles is the team’s goalie, but lately he has been allowing a lot of goals during practice.
lay eggs
(of a bird) to produce (eggs)
Salmon also use the Earth's magnetic fields to find their way back to their birthplace to lay eggs.
literary work
문학 작품
Do you think reading literary works will help improve my imagination?
magnetic field
an area around a magnet or something magnetic, in which its power to attract objects to itself can be felt
Did you know that pigeons are in tune with the Earth’s magnetic fields?
magnificent
very beautiful or impressive
The animal kingdom is absolutely magnificent.
pressure
to try to make others do something
Charles is under a lot of pressure from his teammates and tells Jack that he wants to quit the team.
prey
an animal that is hunted as food by another animal
Vipers have infrared vision, which they use to identify their prey.
reassure
to restore to assurance or confidence
Jack wants to reassure Charles that he’ll do fine, and that nobody is perfect.
semester
either of two terms of about 18 weeks each that make up a school year
But as the semester has gone on, I’ve been enjoying all of the short stories and novels.
vision
the act of seeing
Some snakes, particularly vipers, have infrared vision, which they use to identify their prey.
zoologist
a specialist in the branch of biology dealing with animals
My name is Frank Berger, and I’m a zoologist.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
It’s an additional $20, though.
delivery
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc)
Do you offer a delivery service?
editor
person in charge of publishing a periodical, a newscast, or a book series
Could you meet our editors before you start writing?
minimal
in a very small amount
Skilled people can plant their own organic fruits and vegetables using inexpensive techniques and minimal space.
on hand
near to someone or something and ready to be used when necessary
We will have skilled instructors on hand to teach them how to plant their own organic vegetables.
organic
coming from living things (such as plants and vegetables)
Learn how to plant organic fruits and vegetables using inexpensive techniques and minimal space.
original
the first one of that thing
We can still give you 20% off the original price.
publishing plan
출판 기획
Do you remember the publishing plan I told you about?
skilled instructor
숙련된 강사
We will have skilled instructors on hand to teach participants how to plant their own organic fruits.
travel book
여행 서적
It was for another travel book, right?
academic advisor
학업 상담자
This is your academic advisor, Michael Manson.
approach
a way of doing or thinking about something
Before you approach your teacher with the request, you should prepare some specific information about yourself.
assistance
help with a job or task
If you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to come see me.
bakery
a place where baked foods, such as bread or cakes, are prepared or sold
My wife and I are going to the bakery tomorrow.
current
happening at the present time
Don’t forget to include a recommendation letter from one or more of your current teachers.
decision-making
의사결정
Well, I'm very interested in the forces behind decision-making.
dedication
commitment
I wish more people had the dedication that they have.
hesitate
To hesitate is to wait for a short time before doing something.
Please do not hesitate to come see me if you need further assistance.
in common
shared together
You know, we have quite a bit in common.
insight
deep understanding
He had some very interesting insights.
letter of recommendation
추천서
I was just wondering if you finished up my letter of recommendation.
local band
지역 악단[밴드]
I know a good local band.
personal statement
자기 소개서
If you need help writing your personal statement, you can view samples.
preparation
the act or process of becoming or causing someone to become ready for a future activity, event, or purpose
Mark, how are the preparations going for your parents’ 50th wedding anniversary party?
process
a series of actions taken to achieve something
After you have finished the online process, your teacher will begin the task of writing your letter of recommendation.
psychology
the study of people's minds and behaviors
I’m writing a report for my psychology class about Malcolm George’s Ed Talk yesterday.
put yourself in somebody's shoes
입장 바꿔 생각해보다 put yourself in their shoes before you make any judgments.
regarding
(formal) relating to or concerning something
Make an appointment with your teacher to talk about the letter and any other questions you may have regarding the writing process.
send out an invitation
초대장을 보내다
Have you sent out invitations?
specific
well defined and clearly stated
First, you should prepare some specific information about yourself.
upload
to copy a file from one machine to a server on the Internet so it can be copied by others
In addition to uploading your information, you can also use the webpage to make a one-on-one appointment with your teacher.
wedding anniversary party
결혼 기념일 파티
How are the preparations going for your parents’ 50th wedding anniversary party?
assignment
a particular task or duty
Is there any way I can get Monday’s assignments today?
debate
a formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward
I know that you have the debate team championships to attend.
election
the process of choosing someone for office
As you’ve probably guessed, I’m here to speak with you about the upcoming election for student body president.
historic site
유적지
Annie, did you hear the news about the historic site tour to Gyeongju?
outfit
to provide with clothing and other things
Would you like to see the libraries outfitted with up-to-date facilities?
rehearsal
a practice, a run-through
But rehearsals for the school musical start from next Saturday.
representative
a person who represents the interests of others in an assembly or meeting
I’m Tony Brown, your student union representative and a junior in the Fine Arts School.
role
the function of a person or thing in a particular situation
I know, but I play an important role in the musical.
satisfactory
If something is satisfactory, it is good enough.
Because of that very low turnout, life on campus has been anything but satisfactory.
take place
happen
If you would like these and many other changes to take place, please do your part and vote.
totally
completely
I totally understand.
turn in
to hand in
You can go ahead and turn it in today.
turnout
투표율
My biggest concern is voter turnout.
up-to-date
current
Check out the libraries that are outfitted with up-to-date facilities!
voter
a person who votes or has the legal right to vote in an election
First, I want to express my biggest concern, and that’s voter turnout.
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast said we’re going to have heavy rain this Saturday.
appeal
to be interesting or attractive to the
Are they going to file an appeal?
argument
a presentation of reasons for or against an idea or point of view
I debated the pro side in the argument about the necessity of executing the death penalty.
beneficial
helpful
Do you really agree that the EU is beneficial to member states, then?
border
the line that divides two countries or states
It helps poorer nations by opening up the borders and allowing their residents to freely work in other countries.
breaking news
뉴스 속보
We have breaking news coming from the Clinton Town Courthouse.
bribery
giving someone money in exchange for favors
Pat Parker has not been found guilty on several counts of bribery.
commercial
done for profit
We’ll be back with analysis of this shocking news after a short commercial break.
convict
a person who has been found guilty of a crime and sent to prison
They decided that the prosecution didn’t provide enough evidence to convict Parker.
discount coupon
할인권
I have a family discount coupon.
file
to initiate (a legal action) through a formal procedure
They’re going to file an appeal.
guilty
having, feeling, or causing guilt
In a stunning turn of events, Pat Parker has been found not guilty of bribery.
hand-in-hand
going together
Yeah, money and law go hand-in-hand.
jury
A jury is a group of people that listen to a trial and say if someone is guilty.
I’m here at the Clinton Town Courthouse, where the jury has finally come to a decision in the trial of Pat Parker.
pro side
찬성 쪽
I debated the pro side in the argument about whether the European Union is beneficial to its members.
prosecution
the lawyer or lawyers representing the government in a criminal case
Do you have a statement from the prosecution?
related
connected by blood or marriage
I guess they’re kind of related.
trade stock
주식을 거래하다
I read a book about a banker who made a lot of money trading stocks.
trial
an experiment
The jury has come to a decision in the trial of the millionaire accused of handing out bribes to government officials.
unlimited
without limits or bounds
It includes unlimited rides in the theme park.
assist
to help or support
She has to assist him in choosing activities.
blood donor
헌혈자
And the advertisement says blood donors get a T-shirt as a gift.
currently
at this moment
Are you currently enrolled with us?
enroll
To enroll in something is to put one's name on a list as a member of a group.
Are you planning to enroll with us?
faculty
the teaching staff at a school or college
Well, I'm a little too shy to interview other students and faculty at the school.
get used to
to become comefortable; to grow accustomed
It was really difficult for me to get used to the heavy workload.
go over
to discuss in order to clarify
So take some time to go over all of the activities and choose the one that works for you.
improve
to (cause to) become better, of higher quality etc
After I got over my fear of talking to others, my social skills have really improved.
journalism
Journalism is the work of collecting the news to put in newspapers or on TV.
I think that all of the extra homework is a great way to learn about journalism.
publishing
출판
All of the extra homework is a great way to learn about publishing.
semester
either of two terms of about 18 weeks each that make up a school year
It is the beginning of the semester.
slogan
a short phrase used to advertise something
Yeah. The slogan of the campaign is "Give blood, save lives!"
social skill
사교 기술
I was the same way at first, but after I got over my fear of talking to others, my social skills have really improved.
specific
well defined and clearly stated
Did you have any specific activities in mind?
struggle
to try very hard to do something difficult
I was struggling, too.
workload
the amount of tasks one must do
At the beginning of the semester it was really difficult for me to get used to the heavy workload.
announcement
public or formal words that tell something
We have an important announcement.
artwork
a piece or pieces of art
You can even give your kids a map of the museum and a list of artwork and have them act as a tour guide for you.
complete
whole; with nothing missing
It only takes a few minutes to complete the form.
encourage
suggest; recommend
The artists we sponsor play an important role in encouraging creativity and culture in our community.
entrance fee
입장료
The entrance fee for the fair is 20 dollars.
exhibition
a public display
It includes a fashion show, an exhibition of artwork, and a folk dance performance.
folk dance
민속 무용, 포크 댄스
The event includes a fashion show, an exhibition of artwork, and a folk dance performance.
in charge
having control of
This’ll allow them to see the whole museum and feel like they're in charge.
interpret
to explain the meaning of something
It’s not a good idea to quiz them or try to interpret the art for them.
local artist
지역 예술가
Its purpose has been to sponsor local artists in our area.
make sure
to become absolutely certain
First of all, make sure your kids are always with you.
multiple
more than one
We’re open all year long, so there is plenty of time for multiple visits.
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
That sounds reasonable.
sign up
to join an organization or make an agreement to do something etc by writing one's name.
And if you sign up for our mailing list, we’ll give you a 10% discount.
trust
to believe that someone is honest and will do what is righ
She’s great at her job, so I trust her.
upcoming event
다가오는[곧 있을] 행사
Regarding an upcoming event
visitor
a person who visits, socially or professionally
Hello, museum visitors!
wander off
거닐다, 돌아다니다
If they wander off alone, they can easily get lost and scared.
application
a formal, written request for something
All right. I’ll send my application in immediately, then.
display
to place in a position to be seen
Set up some tables for displaying items.
experienced
to see, feel, or do something, or to have something happen to you
It’s probably one of those places only experienced travelers would enjoy, right?
extracurricular
outside the regular curriculum or program of courses
You were really excellent in all of your extracurricular activities this year.
flock
to gather together
Palawan’s sights are so beautiful that people from all over started flocking there on vacation.
garage sale
sale of household goods held in the garage
Hey, Brian, how did your garage sale go last weekend?
mellow
being soft and gentle
The town of El Nido is especially popular with couples and older travelers, giving it a very mellow atmosphere.
outdo
to do more or better than somebody else
You’ve really outdone yourself in all of your classes this year.
price tag
a label attached to an item with the cost of that item written on it
Put price tags on them.
put an advertisement
광고를 내다
You have to sort out the things to sell and then put an advertisement in the local newspaper.
qualification
the skills, knowledge and experience needed in order to do a specific job or activity
Do you think I have the qualifications to get accepted?
reference letter
추천서
Oh, by the way, is there any way you could write a reference letter for me?
tourist destination
관광지
It’s about how the island came to be such a popular tourist destination.
unwanted stuff
원하지 않는 물건들
And I feel good because I got rid of some unwanted stuff and made some money.
yard
the ground just outside of a person's house
You also need to clear your yard.
autograph
An autograph is the written name of a famous person.
I hope we can get his autograph.
debt relief
the limiting or canceling of a debt load
Those products can be sold, and the income can be used for debt relief.
expect
to think of as likely to happen or come
I never expected that so many fans would pay so much to be here.
fertilizer
a substance used to help plants grow
Cows also naturally produce fertilizer for future crops.
frustrated
bothered; angry
However, Mike recently started getting very frustrated with his parents.
home improvement
주택 개조
The products from these cows can be sold, and the income can be used for home improvements.
income
money earned from working
The milk, cheese, and other products from these cows can be sold, and the income can be used for a better life.
livestock
goods that are bought and sold in trade
Well, owning livestock is like owning your own business.
offspring
a child or animal born to a particular parent
Pass on the offspring of your cow to another family and continue this trend throughout the community.
permission
the act of allowing the doing of something
Last weekend, Mike asked for permission from his parents to go to a concert with some of his friends.
poverty
the state of living in very poor conditions
Soon you will find that poverty in your community has decreased.
strict
expecting rules to be followed
Mike believes his parents are too strict and don't respect him as an adult.
stuck
past tense of stick
Mike is usually stuck at home with his parents playing board games and watching old movies.
take a photo
사진을 찍다 take a photo with him.
ticket
a printed piece of paper that shows that someone has paid to enter a place or travel somewhere
We were so lucky to get tickets to this concert.
treat
to try to cure (a person or disease, injury etc
Mike, a 17 year-old high school student, has very loving parents that treat him well.
a variety of
여러 가지의
This week-long camp presents future writers with a chance to participate in a variety of programs.
attendee
someone who goes to a place, event, etc.
This year we’re happy to reveal that George Martins will speak and take questions from the attendees.
captain
person who leads a ship or airplane
Tony is the captain of the swim team.
delivery fee
배송비
Normally we charge an $80 delivery fee, but you're in luck.
dresser
a chest of drawers, usually for clothes
How much is the dresser?
early-bird
이른 아침의, 일찍 오는 사람을 위한
If you apply before Friday, you can get our early-bird discount.
feel dizzy
현기증을 느끼다
He comes to her office saying that he is feeling dizzy and a little bit sick.
fever
(an illness causing) high body temperature and quick heart-beat
Matilda finds he has a fever.
frame
a border for a picture or mirror
It’s $900, and it includes the bed frame, the dresser, the nightstand, and the desk.
let somebody down
~을 실망시키다
He does not want to let his teammates down.
mark down
~의 가격을 인하하다
You’re in luck because we just marked it down 10% off its normal price of $1,000.
nightstand
침실용 스탠드
I'd like to purchase a nightstand.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list
I’d like to announce the registration for the Aspiring Writers Summer Camp.
take one's temperature
체온을 재다
After taking his temperature
top seller
가장 잘 팔리는 것
It’s one of our top sellers, and you’re in luck because we just marked it down 10% off its normal price of $1,000.
archipelago
a group of several small islands
This little guy is found in the southern part of the Philippines archipelago.
depressing
having the potential to cause sadness
That's a really depressing movie, but it’s one of the greatest films of all time.
expand
to get bigger
When there is minimal light, their pupils will expand to almost the size of the entire eye.
extraordinary
outstanding
Today, I want to talk a bit about an extraordinary little animal called the tarsier.
honestly
in a way that is truthful
But honestly, the class seemed a bit noisy to me.
impress
to arouse interest or approval
I was impressed by how active it was.
incredible
wonderful
What’s more is that their eyes provide tarsiers with incredible night vision.
mammal
an animal that has hair or fur and drinks milk from its mother
Tarsiers are very small mammals.
motivate
to give someone a reason to do something; to cause someone to have interest in doing something
I think the games motivated everyone to learn.
namely
a word used when giving exact information about something you have already mentioned
He is found in the southern part of the Philippines archipelago, namely on the islands of Bohol and Mindanao.
opinion
a thought or belief about something or someone
What was your opinion of Mr. Brown’s open class today?
palm
the underside of a person's hand
A fully grown tarsier can fit in the palm of your hand.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
Games make students want to participate more actively in class.
version
a form, variety or account of something
Oh, here’s another version of it that comes with a comic book.
addiction
being dependent on a drug (such as alcohol)
Is it that hard for you to kick your caffeine addiction?
bring about
to make something happen
Social media, such as Twitter, brought about immediate reporting.
career
a way of making a living; a job
This experience will help you choose not only your major but also your career in the future.
consume
to use up
Think of all the caffeine you’re consuming.
demonstrate
to prove or make something clear by reasoning or evidence
I will demonstrate how to build a simple structure.
fascinating
very interesting
The Department of Biology has prepared a fascinating experiment for you to conduct in Room B.
hesitate
To hesitate is to wait for a short time before doing something.
Don’t hesitate to ask questions, and have a great time.
immediate
occurring without losing time, happening instantly
Social media brought about immediate interaction.
in moderation
적당히, 알맞게
Like the old saying goes, "Everything in moderation."
informative
giving information
To begin, you will watch an informative video about our university.
instantaneously
순간적으로, 즉석으로, 동시에
Internet users can now watch videos almost instantaneously.
instantly
immediately
Journalists were suddenly given the opportunity to report on air to a large audience instantly.
kick
to strike or hit something with the foot
It’s really hard for me to kick my caffeine addiction.
literate
글을 읽고 쓸 줄 아는, 교양 있는 literate people in major cities around the world could hear about significant events in a timely fashion.
on a regular basis
정기적으로
For the first time in history, information could be presented to the public on a regular basis.
on behalf of
~을 대신[대표]하여
On behalf of the Department of Architecture
preview
A preview is an opportunity to see something before it is available to the public.
Following that, you will each move to one of the four lecture rooms to preview the major that interests you.
primary
most important; main
The newspaper was the primary source of news for nearly three hundred years, until the first radio news broadcast.
productive
contributing; adding to the total output
Caffeine can help you be more productive.
significant
important
Literate people around the world could hear about significant events in a timely fashion.
sound bite
짧은 코멘트, 인상적인 한마디
Internet users can now read articles and listen to sound bites.
taste
the feeling that is experienced when food or drink is put into the mouth
Our special program designed to give high school students a taste of their future majors.
visual
relating to seeing or sight
Television soon followed radio and gave journalism a much more visual medium.
appointment
an agreement to meet someone at a specific time
I’ll set up an earlier appointment for you.
at risk
위험에 처한
Coastal cities around the world are at risk of ending up underwater.
be careful of
~를 조심[주의]하다
Is there anything I have to be careful of?
be proud of
to have admiration or pride in someone or something
I’m really proud of you.
coastal
refer to things that are on the land near a coast
It leads to an increase in the water levels of all the world’s oceans, putting coastal cities around the world at risk of ending up underwater.
dental surgery
치과 수술
He has dental surgery scheduled in the morning.
feel pain
통증을 느끼다
I don’t feel any more pain.
graduation
the ceremony of conferring degrees or diplomas
Congratulations on your graduation, Dr. Nathan.
ice cap
빙원(만년설)
Earth from overheating by reflecting the sun’s rays.
information sheet
정보지
Please read this after-treatment information sheet.
inspire
to make someone want to do something
You really inspired me to try my hardest.
make it
to establish, prove
I’m glad you could make it, Layla.
make progress
진행하다, 전진하다
That is really important, I suppose. Are they making progress?
owe
to have to pay
I’m truly grateful, and I owe you so much for all your help.
polar
Polar relates to the cold places on Earth's north and south ends.
One of the main topics was the melting of the polar ice caps.
reflect
to turn back, to send back light
The ice caps protects the Earth from overheating by reflecting the sun’s rays.
schedule
to plan the time of (an event etc)
Let me check his schedule.
show up
to make obvious
At least all my friends from med school showed up.
awesome
If something or someone is awesome, they are impressive or frightening. awesome. Let me know if you need any help.
cell phone addiction
휴대폰 중독
What about cell phone addiction?
common
belonging to or shared by two or more persons or a group
I think it’s too common.
constant
happening all the time over a certain period
A long-distance runner needs to choose shoes that cushion against the constant pounding.
factor
one of the things that cause something to happen
Shoes are a very important factor in relieving some of this stress, especially for athletes.
global warming
a slow increase of the temperature of the air around the earth caused by pollution
How about global warming?
in regards to
relating to in regards to basketball, you require stability for jumping, running down the court, and reversing direction.
online research
온라인 연구
I think we should do online research.
pound
the form of currency in Great Britain
Wear shoes that cushion against the constant pounding while providing support for your heels.
properly
in the right way
I’m going to make sure the brakes work properly.
rust
Rust is a red and brown coating on iron objects caused by water and air.
He finds a lot of rust on the chain, pedals, and brakes.
serious issue
중대한 문제
It’s a serious issue.
stability
the state of being not likely to change or fail; permanence
You require stability for jumping, running down the court, and reversing direction.
strain
To strain is to try very hard.
Different sports will strain your feet in different ways.
sufficient
enough or adequate
Therefore, you need to choose shoes that are sufficient to whatever activity you are participating in.
suitable
appropriate
Wearing suitable shoes can prevent serious injury while supporting your ankles and feet.
tread
(타이어의) 접지면
He also discovers that the tread on the tires is worn quite thin, so the tires need to be replaced.
vary from ~ to
~에서 ~까지 다양하다
As you can see, shoes vary a great deal from sport to sport.
wear
to carry a covering on the body
If Ms. Tate continues to ride on these tires, they will likely wear through, which could cause an accident.
annual
occurring once a year
We here at the gallery would like to invite all of you to our annual Artists in August event.
apply
(with for) to ask for (something) formally
I’m sorry, but that coupon only applies to our rooms and not to the brunch.
beautify
아름답게 하다, 꾸미다
Our city’s artists are important to our community because they help beautify our parks and businesses.
business trip
a visit made for work purposes
My mother went on a business trip to Canada this week.
feel better
to have good condition
He’s been feeling better.
foundation
the part of a building, road, bridge, etc. that is underthe ground and supports it
We recommend you make a modest donation to our foundation, which supports the local arts program.
modest
If people are modest, they do not think that they are too important.
However, we recommend you make a modest donation to our foundation.
promote
advertise; push
We do it to promote area artists and display their work in the gallery.
rate
a charge that is set according to a standard scale
What are your daily rates?
set up a reservation
예약하다
I’d like to set up a reservation for a room.
special day
특별한 날
Is today a special day then?
thoughtful
being done after careful consideration
That’s thoughtful of you.
upcoming
happening soon
I’m here to announce an upcoming event that I’m sure you’ll be excited about.
backup
something that you have arranged in case your main plans, equipment, go wrong
But we should have a backup plan just in case.
be supposed to V
~하기로 되어 있다
Yeah, it’s supposed to be rainy and windy all week.
brilliant
very smart brilliant idea. I’m glad we’re partners on this project.
concerned
worried
But I’m a bit concerned we won’t be able to finish our science project by then.
credit card
a plastic card issued by a bank
Here’s my credit card.
decent
proper
You’re going to need a pair of decent cleats, shin guards, socks, and a soccer ball.
drop off
to deliver or deposit at a specific place
I dropped off my son’s soccer shoes last week.
dry-clean
드라이클리닝 하다
I want to have these coats dry-cleaned.
durable
longlasting
You’re going to want to make sure that they fit well and are durable enough to hold up for a long time.
equipment
the tools, supplies, or materials needed to perform a task or activity
Today, we’re going to talk about equipment.
experiment
a procedure carried out under controlled conditions to discover something
We need to do our experiments outside.
flashy
호화로운, 멋진
Remember, while the expensive items might look flashy, they’re not really necessary for the game.
gymnasium
A gymnasium is a building with equipment that you can use to get exercise.
We can probably use the gymnasium to do our experiments.
impress
to arouse interest or approval
Remember, while the expensive items might impress others, they’re not really necessary for the game.
just in case
만약을 대비해서, 혹시 모르니까
We should have a backup plan just in case.
keep one's fingers crossed
행운을 빌다
Well, we should keep our fingers crossed that it won’t rain on Wednesday.
look busy
분주해 보이다
You look busy today.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
I’m really looking forward to it.
massive
huge, great
When you go into a sporting goods store, you might purchase the massive amount of soccer equipment.
overwhelmed
to supply with an excessive amount of something
You might be overwhelmed by the massive amount of soccer equipment you can purchase.
pick up
to lift up, to collect something or someone from a certain place
I also have to pick up my son’s soccer shoes.
shin
the front part of a person's leg between the knee and foot
Another important item is your shin guards, as they are needed to protect your legs from injury.
space-age
초현대적인
Don't spend the extra money to buy those special space-age socks when the normal cheap ones work just as well.
airfare
the cost of a ticket on an airplane
It includes the hotel and airfare for the winner and the winner’s family.
application
a formal, written request for something
When is the deadline for application?
attractive
very good looking; appealing to other people
Choose an attractive design and color scheme for your blog.
color scheme
색조
Did you choose an attractive design and color scheme for your blog?
deadline
the time by which something must be finished
Then can you tell me when the deadline for application is?
distracting
causing a loss of focus and concentration
Too many different topics are distracting and will cause you to lose readers.
impressed
feeling admiration or respect
I was really impressed with the service at Hotel Disney.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
I’d like to know if I can participate.
respond to
~에 응답하다
You should take the time to respond to comments left by readers.
stand out
to be noticeable
There are several things you should remember if you want your blog to stand out from the millions of others.
turned
~이 되다
I just turned 18.
typically
in a way that one normally acts or behaves typically, we just go to the cabin and go fishing.
alert
fully aware; quick to notice things
If you want to be alert and able to study, you need to rest.
anthropology
the scientific study of humans
Are you still going to major in anthropology?
antique
If something is antique, it is very old and rare, and therefore valuable.
You have a lot of antique vases.
assignment
a particular task or duty
I haven’t finished this assignment yet.
back-to-school
신학기의, 개학의
We’re running our back-to-school sale, and we’re offering discounts up to 40% off.
boost
increase
It can give me the energy boost I need.
compete
to try to beat others in a contest, fight etc
How are you planning to compete with other attendees, then?
cooperation
act of working with someone toward a common goal
We appreciate your cooperation.
delicate
easily broken
We have containers specially designed to protect delicate items.
desperate
having an urgent need or desire
Desperate times call for desperate measures.
doorway
an opening into a building, room, etc.
There’s a sign near the doorway that says No Photography or Video Recording.
entrance
the right to enter
No one told me that, and I didn’t see any signs at the entrance.
fever
(an illness causing) high body temperature and quick heart-beat
Let me take your temperature to make sure you don’t have a fever.
fraction
part of a whole (ex: 1/2, 1/3)
Why would you spend the extra money at the grocery store when you can buy directly from our local farmers for a fraction of the cost?
fragile
easily broken
So, you guys offer a special service for fragile items, right?
hang out with
~와 시간을 보내다
I've been hanging out with my friends a lot instead of studying.
impressed
feeling admiration or respect
I think everyone will be impressed.
inconvenience
a state or an example of problems or trouble, which often causes a delay or loss of comfort
And we’re truly sorry for the inconvenience.
indoor
related to the inside of a building
I guess we’ll only be able to do indoor activities.
inquire
to ask about something
I'm calling to inquire about bringing my students to the orchard on a field trip.
journalism
Journalism is the work of collecting the news to put in newspapers or on TV.
Hey, I heard that you decided to major in journalism.
measure
to find the size or amount of something
You’re probably right, but desperate times call for desperate measures.
medication
Medication is medicine or drugs given to people who are sick.
I want to take some pain medication anyway.
messy
cluttered, disorderly
Well, it is pretty interesting, but it seems a bit messy.
mixture
A mixture is something that is made by mixing other things together.
It’s got a special mixture of ingredients.
orchard
land used to grow fruit trees
Good afternoon, this is Tafford orchard.
pain pill
진통제
No, a pain pill won’t help.
policy
an officially accepted set of rules or ideas abouthow something should be done
I’m sorry, sir, but we have a strict " no photography " policy at this museum.
popular
being liked or supported by a large number of people
Well, what’s popular these days?
pricey
expensive
That's kind of pricey but I’m sure she’ll love it.
produce
fruits and vegetables
The market enthusiastically provides visitors with some of the freshest organic produce in the state.
register
list or record of dates
We regret to inform you that everyone is going to have to register for next semester's classes again.
replace
to be used instead of something
What are we going to do if we can’t find a moving company to replace them?
ship
a large boat
We could get everything shipped to your new place on Friday afternoon.
social worker
사회복지사
I really want to be a social worker, but my father says I should be an anthropology professor.
sociology
Sociology is the study of human society, its organizations, and problems.
No, I’m thinking about majoring in sociology.
valuables
귀중품
Well, be sure to pack all of your valuables and take them with you separately.
water purifier
정수기
I’m looking for a water purifier to rent for my office.
water-resistant
방수의, 물이 잘 스며들지 않는
We can also make the bags water-resistant, if you’d like.
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast says it's going to rain heavily all day long that day.
after-school class
방과후 교실
You mean like an after-school class?
assorted
여러 가지의
She gave me a box of assorted teas and spices, and I need some nice jars to put them in.
be aware of
~을 알다
Well, since I’m new to the area, I wasn’t aware of the traffic conditions.
bill
an account of money owed for goods etc
You can bill me later, right?
board
board
The Boosters board has an art festival planned for the spring of 2016.
booster
a segment of a rocket that provides the main source of propulsion during takeoff
Thank you all for coming to tonight’s booster’s meeting.
cater to
to provide what is required
We also have a more family-friendly dining area to cater to your young ones.
concentration
total attention to something
It can help students with their focus and concentration.
concession stand
a place where people can buy food or drink at an event like a ballgame or concert
Let’s buy some snacks at the concession stand before we sit down.
courtyard
A courtyard is an outdoor area that is surrounded by the walls of a building.
Before school starts in the morning, we can have students do some simple exercises in the courtyard.
defensive
수비의
Today's lesson will help with offensive and defensive strategy.
finalize
to complete all the details of something
Well, I’m trying to finalize my plans to visit Thailand this summer.
formal invitation
정식 초대장
What do you think about formal invitations for the parents?
get to work
일에 착수하다
Well, I guess we should get to work.
give it a try
시도하다
Well, I say we give these a try and see if they work.
haggle
arguing about something before reaching an agreement, especially about the cost of something that you are buying.
Well, you should haggle on prices everywhere you go.
house
a building where people live
Our upstairs lounge houses local jazz talent on the weekends and some weeknights.
in bulk
in large quantities, usually at a reduced price
First, buy food items in bulk.
in the mood for
~할 기분이 나서
I’m kind of in the mood for something sweet.
inconsiderate
사려 깊지 못한
I’ll never understand how people can be so inconsiderate.
initial
existing or occurring at the beginning; starting
No. everything is quite cheap, but never agree to the initial price.
lid
A lid is a top for a box or container that can be removed.
Do you have small glass jars with screw-on lids?
locally
relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town
Our establishment employs only the finest chefs, and our food is all grown locally.
manage
to be responsible for controlling or organizing someone or something especially a business
How could we manage that?
offensive
suffering of the body or the mind
Even if you already know a lot about soccer, the lesson will still help with offensive and defensive strategy.
old-fashioned
out-of-date
You know, the ones that look old-fashioned.
open-air
야외의, 옥외의
Our open-air dining room offers an incredible view of the lake.
opposite
totally different
I’ve read that exercise in the morning actually has the opposite effect.
postpone
to delay an event and plan or decide that it should happen at a later date or time
Kristen thinks that it’ll be best if they postpone the hike until next Saturday.
predict
to state that something will happen in the future
In fact, the forecast predicts that a series of storms will be in the area throughout the weekend.
regular customer
단골, 단골손님
Well, it’s actually $6 for half a pineapple, but since you’re a regular customer, I’ll give it to you for $5.
reunion
an event where people who have not seen each other for a long time come together
Well, I’m looking to make my famous cherry cake for a family reunion this afternoon.
screw-on
돌려서 닫는
Just some small glass jars with screw-on lids.
severe
extreme
Due to the severe weather, the National Weather Service is urging people to stay in their homes.
spice
a substance used for seasoning food
I need some nice jars to put assorted teas and spices in.
stop by
to stop at a place for a short time
Would you mind stopping by the supermarket on your way home?
turn ~ off
~을 끄다
I guess they forgot to turn them off.
turn out
to result
I thought I could get to the office quicker if I drove, but it turns out it takes longer because of traffic.
urge
to try very hard to get them to do something
The National Weather Service is urging people to stay in their homes.
word of mouth
입소문, 구전
I think the posters and word of mouth will be enough.
all-state
주 대표의
I couldn’t join the all-state choir competition.
assume
to believe something is true without knowing
The average person might assume that an average married couple would talk to each other quite often.
beachfront
해안지대의, 해변가의
Well, you can rent a beachfront condo for about 700 dollars a week.
beware
to be cautious
But beware there are a few negative aspects.
breakthrough
the act, result, or place of pushing past something that blocks one's way
First off, what do you think will be the next breakthrough technology?
calculate
to find a number by doing math
The results of the experiment conducted to calculate the amount of communication between a husband and wife might surprise you.
choir
A choir is a group of people who sing together.
Who was the finalist in last year’s state choir competition?
colonial
owning or made up of colonies
The colonial-style houses are lovely, and the beach is quite stunning.
conduct
to organize something, usually a research study, and carry it out
An experiment was conducted recently to calculate the amount of communication between a husband and wife.
consider
to think about (carefully)
You should consider using the computer more often.
definitely
clearly or certainly
I’ll definitely donate them after I buy new ones, then.
direction
the point or region itself
Give me directions to your office, please.
donate
to give (money, clothes, food, time, etc.) for free in order to help others
Do I need to repair my old shoes before I donate them?
file a complaint
항의를 제기하다
When they want to file a complaint, all they can do is send an email and hope for a response.
finalist
a contestant who reaches the final stages of a competition
He remembers that Katie was a finalist in last year’s state choir competition.
folks
여러분, 얘들아(두 사람 이상의 사람들을 친근하게 부르는 말)
Well, there you have it, folks.
foundation
the part of a building, road, bridge, etc. that is underthe ground and supports it
Instead of throwing them away, you should consider giving them to the Good Will foundation.
global warming
a slow increase of the temperature of the air around the earth caused by pollution
Anyway, did you finish your report on global warming for Mr. Smith’s class?
harness
capture the power of something
Not everyone is close to a river, and even fewer can harness the wind.
historic
important in history
I’d definitely like to tour some of the more historic places.
host
person in charge of a social or other event
This is Sunday Evening Classics, and I’m your host, Lauren Bell.
hydroelectric
relating to power formed from falling water
Do they have any benefit over other renewable energy sources, like wind power or hydroelectric?
in the interest of
~을 위하여
So, in the interest of all the couples out there, I want to play The Modern Love Song by Scotty McGee.
infestation
(벌레의)침입, 침략
This could lead to goods being damaged by infestation or improper storage methods.
motivate
to give someone a reason to do something; to cause someone to have interest in doing something
I guess exercising alone isn’t very motivating.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
Joseph calls Katie and asks her to participate.
persistent
continuing to do something despite difficulty or opposition
Joseph is persistent and keeps trying to persuade Katie to join the talent show.
persuade
to make them agree to do something
How can I persuade Katie to join the talent show?
promotional
홍보의
Oh, it’s just a promotional flyer for the stadium’s new cafe.
psychologist
a person who studies the human mind
But one psychologist found that couples speak far less than anyone would have imagined.
quit
to leave, stop, or resign from etc
I quit after three days.
restrict
To restrict is to limit something and prevent it from getting bigger. restrict the products you buy online to those that do not suffer negative consequences when they’re neglected.
routine
a regular, fixed way of doing things
Well, X-Fit is a routine you do with other people.
scheduled
a list of the times when events are planned to happen
I have a meeting scheduled for three o'clock.
sole
only; single
Actually, the soles are in really bad shape.
spouse
A spouse is the person to whom someone is married.
Try talking to your spouse 14 minutes more per week.
supervision
감독, 관리
The problem is that these warehouses are often left unattended and so there is little supervision of the goods.
talent show
장기자랑
I’m really excited about joining the talent show.
trivial
unimportant
Sharing thoughts and feelings or even just trivial conversation is very important for couples.
used to V
~하곤 했다
Your eyesight used to be good.
absolutely
definitely, for certain
If you absolutely won’t go above that, then what about these aluminum rackets?
access
the right to use or do something
When we are happy, our brains can access more previously obtained knowledge and utilize this knowledge to create.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
So I get an additional ten percent off the sale price?
article
a story in a newspaper or magazine
I read an article about how fewer toys can help children develop different skills.
award-winning
상을 받은
I hope that any of you who are interested in joining our award-winning marching band will register and try out.
biography
A biography is an account of someone's life that is written by someone else.
Submit a short biography about your experience.
ceiling
the top of a room
They're stacked to the ceiling in there.
combine
to mix or join things together
Can I combine that with the coupon I got from your website?
come up with
develop; invent
Did you come up with the idea yourself?
conduct
to organize something, usually a research study, and carry it out
After each group returned, the researchers conducted a creativity test.
congested
If something is congested, it is full or blocked.
Well, at this time of day the traffic isn’t so congested.
correlation
a relationship or connection between two or more things
The study focused on the correlation between happiness and creativity.
defense
A defense is something that is done to protect another thing.
We’re going to have to strengthen our defense to keep those shots away.
definition
the act of defining or making definite, distinct, or clear
A professional monitor has an ultra-high-definition screen for areas like video editing and graphic design.
downtown
(American) the part (of a city) containing the main centres for business and shopping
I need to go to the art gallery downtown.
exactly
in accurate detail; precisely
Where is it going to be held exactly?
figure
person
I figured the more toys, the better.
floor plan
a design for the inside of a building
Secondly, the floor plans of stores are set up to maximize what you buy.
fulfilling
making a person feel happy and satisfied
If you follow these simple tips, I’m sure you’ll save money and live a more fulfilling life.
harmful
causing hurt or damage
Well, some toys are great for helping children grow and learn, but too many can actually be harmful.
hinder
to slow the progress of something
The article said that too many toys can really hinder a child's imagination.
impulse purchase
충동 구매
Resist impulse purchases.
in the habit
~하는 버릇이 있는
If you are in the habit of taking a taxi to work each day, you can save a lot of money by taking the bus or subway.
inspiring
causing people to want to do or create something
All of his music was so inspiring.
instructor
a person who instructs
The instructor will show us when we meet.
marching band
행진 악단
The Franklin College marching band tryouts are coming up.
occasional
occurring irregularly
General purposes include emailing, word processing, and watching the occasional movie on your computer.
on sale
at a discounted price
The original price is $500, but they're currently on sale, so you’ll get a 10% discount.
permit
to allow
Our professional judges will determine who will be permitted to join.
pottery
pots, bowls, and other objects made from clay and hardened after being baked at high temperatures
The third group was sent to a pottery museum.
purpose
a goal
Do you need one for professional or general purpose?
repurpose
다른 목적에 맞게 만들다
We learn how to repurpose old things.
resist
to remain strong against something
Be conscious of these strategies and resist impulse purchases.
take a picture
the act of taking a picture
Make sure you take a lot of pictures.
take advantage of
cheat; treat unfairly
Third, take advantage of online shopping.
take place
happen
The marching band tryouts are coming up, and the actual tryouts are taking place from the 25th to the 30th.
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area
I might be late because of bad traffic.
transportation
an act, system, or business of moving people or goods from one place to another
First of all, transportation can be expensive.
tryout
a trial or test to see the qualifications of an applicant
The actual tryouts are taking place from the 25th to the 30th.
woodworking
목세공
My art teacher enjoys woodworking as a hobby.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
If you have your coupon, you can get an additional ten percent off.
adopt
to take and raise a child
I wish our country would adopt the same policy.
announce
to make it known
Environmental Edge will announce the winners of the contest on June 1st.
apiece
각각, 하나에
They’re $20 apiece.
appendix
an extended pouch found within the large intestines
I just heard you had your appendix removed.
awesome
If something or someone is awesome, they are impressive or frightening.
That sounds awesome.
bumper
자동차 범퍼
We have all kinds of souvenirs, such as t-shirts, jerseys, hats, and bumper stickers.
captivating
매혹적인
It was so captivating and exciting.
connect
to find something in common with someone
I’d like to be connected to room 305.
contained
to hold or to have
The information contained in this book has drawn lots of people's attention.
crucial
extremely important
I made crucial decisions.
drawback
disadvantage; weakness
Well, that is a drawback.
entry
a written record in a diary or list
All entries should be submitted to Mr. Lopez before May 15th.
expertise
special skill or knowledge in a particular field
We want to encourage you to share your knowledge and expertise with our students.
fade
greatly decrease
I think that feeling will fade soon.
greasy
기름투성이의
It might seem healthy because it’s a salad, but it’s actually just as bad for you as a greasy sandwich.
handy
If something is handy, it is useful.
If you have a flash drive handy, I can transfer them over to it.
impressive
causing a strong feeling of admiration orrespect
It looks really impressive.
in no time
so soon or so quickly that it is surprising
You’ll be back outside playing in no time.
in the meantime
meanwhile in the meantime just take it easy and relax.
influence
the power to change or persuade others
Some of you here can influence crucial decisions.
living expenses
생활비
You’ll also have to pay for all living expenses and travel costs.
make an attempt
시도하다
Photo entries should make an attempt to highlight environmental issues.
meaningful
important
So, now I want to introduce you all to one of our meaningful new programs.
nutritional
relating to NUTRITION
They should put nutritional information on all food products.
operation
when a doctor replaces or removes something in the body
I had the operation a couple of weeks ago.
P.E. teacher
체육 선생님
Did you tell your P.E. teacher about it?
qualification
the skills, knowledge and experience needed in order to do a specific job or activity
You’re already quite experienced in working with computers, so you have the right qualifications.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list
Hey, did you see that they opened registration for the summer internship program at Pear Computers?
say hello
안부를 전하다
Well, I’ll tell everyone you said hello.
saying
a word or phrase commonly used by a group of people
I’m sure most of you have heard the saying, "Knowledge is power."
statue
an image of a person or animal made of stone or metal
Behind him, there’s a statue of a famous coach.
stiff
When something is stiff, it is hard to move.
The mattress is very stiff and uncomfortable.
stub
the small part of a ticket, cheque, etc. that you keep as a record when you have given the main part to someone
If you still have your ticket stub, you can get an additional ten percent off.
sudden
it happens very quickly
They are usually quite sudden.
take it easy
relax and avoid working too hard or doing too much; not get angry, excited, etc
Just take it easy and relax.
take place
happen
This contest takes place every year, and students around the country are encouraged to participate.
talent
a special ability that allows someone to do something well
We know there is plenty of talent in our school, and we encourage you to participate.
tell A apart from B
A를 B로부터 구별하다
Well, the goalkeeper always wears a different uniform so you can tell him apart from the other players.
transfer
to move from one place to another
I guess that way you can transfer things to your smartphone quite easily.
across the board
전체에 걸쳐, 전체에 미치는
Now, of course these rules aren’t across the board.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
In that case, it’ll be an additional $10 per night.
appliance
electrical device (ex: refrigerator)
You shouldn’t unplug appliances when you’re using them.
auditorium
An auditorium is a large building used for public events.
Then at one o’clock, we’ll head to the auditorium, where our student council will perform a play.
backup
something that you have arranged in case your main plans, equipment, go wrong
Do you need it for backup or something?
be likely to
~할 것 같다
You’re much more likely to become friends with those classmates that you share certain characteristics with.
be on the go
정신 없이 바쁘다
So what can someone who’s always on the go do to stay healthy?
birds of a feather flock together
유유상종
In today’s class, we’ll talk about the truth in the old saying, "Birds of a feather flock together."
campsite
campsite
Oh, do you provide water and electricity at your campsites?
confirmation
something that confirms or proves
Did we get a confirmation on that date and time?
decent
proper
But with just a couple of basic ingredients, you can have a decent breakfast.
doubt
a feeling of not being sure
I doubt they made a mistake.
effective
having the result that one wants
No, a new door would be more effective.
electricity
energy in the form of charged particles
However, we charge more for water and electricity.
facility
the physical area
We’re going to give potential students the chance to visit our campus and explore its facilities.
first-hand
to experience it yourself
Students from the school are going to give you their first-hand experience of life at our establishment.
forgetful
not having a good memory
Why are you so forgetful?
hookup
접속, 연결
Campsites with water hookups are an additional $5 per night.
immersed in
~에 깊이 빠진, 몰두한
You look very immersed in something.
irresponsible
not thinking about the possible bad results of what you are doing
How could they be so irresponsible?
maintain
to continue
Last time, we discussed how important it is for us to create and maintain relationships.
nightly
야간의
What's your nightly rate?
nutritional value
영양가
I like to add spinach to mine for its nutritional value.
organic
coming from living things (such as plants and vegetables)
The organic gardening classes seem interesting.
outdo
to do more or better than somebody else
You've really outdone yourself!
potential
possible; capable of becoming real in the future
Today, we’re going to give potential students the chance to visit our campus and explore its facilities.
prestigious
having high value or regard
I’m Mrs. Jones, the vice principal here at Williams Academy, and I’d like to welcome you to our prestigious school.
qualification
the skills, knowledge and experience needed in order to do a specific job or activity
What kind of qualifications are they looking for?
reduce
to decrease in amount by boiling
A revolving door system greatly reduces the amount of cold air that enters the building.
reservation
an agreement to keep something, such as a restaurant table, or hotel room, for use at a particular time in the future
All right. I’d like to make a reservation for two nights, the 14th and 15th of August.
revolving door
회전문
If we install a revolving door system, it’ll greatly reduce the amount of cold air that enters the building.
spot
to identify or notice
It’s $36, and that includes one vehicle spot.
stuffy nose
코막힘
I have a headache and a stuffy nose.
swing by
잠깐 들르다
Is there anyone you know who can swing by the house and pick it up for you?
take on
to try to do something that is difficult
I think they’ll take you on.
trap
to catch or take in and not let go
The air gets trapped in the door and can’t get in because the door is spinning.
typically
in a way that one normally acts or behaves
However, these relationships typically form out of shared values or education.
vegan
채식주의자
Well, do you also want to learn how to cook vegan food?
vehicle
a machine used for carrying people or goods, especially on land, such as a car, truck, etc.
It’s $35, and that includes one vehicle spot.
volunteer work
자원봉사
We can find different volunteer work if you want.
animal kingdom
동물계
The animal kingdom is truly magnificent.
assignment
a particular task or duty
Hey Lucy, did you finish the assignment that Mr. Miller gave us?
banquet
A banquet is a grand formal dinner.
Hey Evan, have you finished preparing for the banquet this evening?
be due on
~까지 마감이다
It’s due on Thursday, you know.
be in tune with
~와 리듬이 맞다
Pigeons are in tune with the Earth’s magnetic fields.
be supposed to V
~하기로 되어 있다
It's supposed to be really cold tonight.
contraction
a pain, often muscular, esp. starting the birth of a baby
Sharks can sense electricity from muscle contractions in their prey.
count on
to reply on; to depend on
His team and his school are counting on him to keep the other team from scoring.
decorate
to make something more attractive
We just finished decorating it.
expand
to get bigger
I didn’t know that the population of the United States expanded so quickly.
extra
more than what is required
I’ll bring some extra gloves just in case.
facility
the physical area
It’s a photo of the party room where we’re going to welcome Ryan and Sarah to our facility.
gender stereotype
성 고정관념
After seeing how much she enjoys them, I’ve really opened my mind up about gender stereotypes.
generation
people born at about the same time
Yeah, it’s been in the family for four generations.
goalie
골키퍼
Charles is the team’s goalie, but lately he has been allowing a lot of goals during practice.
grocery store
a place where people go to buy a variety of fresh or pre-packaged foods
You should walk to the post office or grocery store instead of driving, or use a push lawn mower to cut the grass.
homing
귀소성이 있는, 제 집에 돌아오는
That’s why the homing pigeon was used to send messages in the past.
incredible
wonderful
That’s pretty incredible.
indicate
to point out; to show
Recent studies indicate that people who stay active for most of the day will use 10 percent more energy than others.
judgment
the process of judging
You’ve lived in the area for so long that I know I can trust your judgement.
lately
of late; recently; not long since
Charles is the team’s goalie, but lately he has been allowing a lot of goals during practice.
lawn mower
a machine used to cut grass
For instance, if you can, you should use a push lawn mower to cut the grass.
lay eggs
(of a bird) to produce (eggs)
Salmon also use the Earth's magnetic fields to find their way back to their birthplace to lay eggs.
magnetic field
an area around a magnet or something magnetic, in which its power to attract objects to itself can be felt
Did you know that pigeons are in tune with the Earth’s magnetic fields?
magnificent
very beautiful or impressive
The animal kingdom is absolutely magnificent.
misinterpret
잘못 이해하다
You must have misinterpreted the assignment.
outskirts
the outer parts of a city or town
I helped take care of the injured in the hospital and delivered food and water to the outskirts.
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
You have to sign up on their website and choose what kind of volunteer program you want to participate in.
perceive
to understand
It’s what society perceives as normal for males and females.
podium
the small table or platform a speaker usually stands behind
What’s the podium under the balloon for?
preparation
the act or process of becoming or causing someone to become ready for a future activity, event, or purpose
I’ve finished most of the preparations, but I can’t decide on what kind of cake to make.
pressure
to try to make others do something
Charles is under a lot of pressure from his teammates and tells Jack that he wants to quit the team.
prey
an animal that is hunted as food by another animal
Vipers have infrared vision, which they use to identify their prey.
reassure
to restore to assurance or confidence
Jack wants to reassure Charles that he’ll do fine, and that nobody is perfect.
suffer
to have a illness or medical condition
Well, as you know, they suffered a major earthquake a few months ago.
surroundings
environment; setting
Try turning your everyday surroundings into your gym.
vice versa
If a statement is vice versa, then its two main ideas are switched with one another.
I think it’s okay for boys to play with girls’ toys and vice versa.
vision
the act of seeing
Some snakes, particularly vipers, have infrared vision, which they use to identify their prey.
volunteer
a person who offers to do something; a person who works without pay
I spent some time in Nepal as a volunteer.
zoologist
a specialist in the branch of biology dealing with animals
My name is Frank Berger, and I’m a zoologist.
academic advisor
학업 상담자
This is your academic advisor, Michael Manson.
additional
extra; a greater amount than is usual
It’s an additional $20, though.
adorable
a person or animal that makes one feel great affection because they are very attractive
They’re adorable.
approach
a way of doing or thinking about something
Before you approach your teacher with the request, you should prepare some specific information about yourself.
assistance
help with a job or task
If you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to come see me.
biological rhythm
생체 리듬, 바이오 리듬
I think it’s a matter of biological rhythm.
concentrate
to give attention or mental effort to something
I couldn’t concentrate in Mrs. Field’s math class.
constellation
A constellation is a group of stars with a recognizable shape.
Would you like to check out the Milky Way and all of your favorite constellations?
current
happening at the present time
Don’t forget to include a recommendation letter from one or more of your current teachers.
decision-making
의사결정
Well, I'm very interested in the forces behind decision-making.
dedication
commitment
I wish more people had the dedication that they have.
delivery
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc)
Do you offer a delivery service?
destination
the place where someone is going
Then make the Lone Star Observatory the destination for your next weekend trip.
flight
a journey in a plane
I hope you enjoy your flight.
give ~ a hand
~를 도와주다
Why don’t you give me a hand with this?
go on a picnic
go on a picnic
I went on a picnic.
hesitate
To hesitate is to wait for a short time before doing something.
Please do not hesitate to come see me if you need further assistance.
in common
shared together
You know, we have quite a bit in common.
insight
deep understanding
He had some very interesting insights.
letter of recommendation
추천서
I was just wondering if you finished up my letter of recommendation.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
I’m really looking forward to watching the match on TV.
minimal
in a very small amount
Skilled people can plant their own organic fruits and vegetables using inexpensive techniques and minimal space.
on hand
near to someone or something and ready to be used when necessary
We will have skilled instructors on hand to teach them how to plant their own organic vegetables.
organic
coming from living things (such as plants and vegetables)
Learn how to plant organic fruits and vegetables using inexpensive techniques and minimal space.
original
the first one of that thing
We can still give you 20% off the original price.
personal statement
자기 소개서
If you need help writing your personal statement, you can view samples.
pick something up
~을 사다, ~을 찾아오다
I just need to pick it up.
process
a series of actions taken to achieve something
After you have finished the online process, your teacher will begin the task of writing your letter of recommendation.
psychology
the study of people's minds and behaviors
I’m writing a report for my psychology class about Malcolm George’s Ed Talk yesterday.
put yourself in somebody's shoes
입장 바꿔 생각해보다 put yourself in their shoes before you make any judgments.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
I highly recommend it.
regarding
(formal) relating to or concerning something
Make an appointment with your teacher to talk about the letter and any other questions you may have regarding the writing process.
reservation
an agreement to keep something, such as a restaurant table, or hotel room, for use at a particular time in the future
You don’t even need to make a reservation.
skilled instructor
숙련된 강사
We will have skilled instructors on hand to teach participants how to plant their own organic fruits.
social studies
a course of instruction comprising such subjects as history, geography, civics, etc.
Would you mind if I asked you for some advice on my social studies project, Ms. Wilson?
specific
well defined and clearly stated
First, you should prepare some specific information about yourself.
struggle
to try very hard to do something difficult
I really struggled this afternoon.
telescope
an optical instrument used to make distant objects seem larger
During the afternoon, you can check out the sun and view several different telescope displays.
touch down
land; set down
So, how long before we touch down in Los Angeles?
upload
to copy a file from one machine to a server on the Internet so it can be copied by others
In addition to uploading your information, you can also use the webpage to make a one-on-one appointment with your teacher.
accommodate
to fit the wishes or needs of someone
It looks like we should be able to accommodate you.
admission
the act of allowing to enter a place
Groups of 20 or more people get a 10% discount on the total admission price.
appeal
to be interesting or attractive to the
Are they going to file an appeal?
argument
a presentation of reasons for or against an idea or point of view
I debated the pro side in the argument about the necessity of executing the death penalty.
assignment
a particular task or duty
Is there any way I can get Monday’s assignments today?
at the same time
during the same moment
I’m hoping to get ideas for activities that can be useful to both levels at the same time.
beneficial
helpful
Do you really agree that the EU is beneficial to member states, then?
border
the line that divides two countries or states
It helps poorer nations by opening up the borders and allowing their residents to freely work in other countries.
breaking news
뉴스 속보
We have breaking news coming from the Clinton Town Courthouse.
bribery
giving someone money in exchange for favors
Pat Parker has not been found guilty on several counts of bribery.
charge
to make (a person) responsible for (a task etc)
Is there a charge for teachers?
commercial
done for profit
We’ll be back with analysis of this shocking news after a short commercial break.
convict
a person who has been found guilty of a crime and sent to prison
They decided that the prosecution didn’t provide enough evidence to convict Parker.
counselor
a person who supervises young people at a summer camp
I have three years of experience as a camp counselor.
CPR
an emergency procedure consisting of external cardiac massage and artificial respiration
Okay, so when did you receive your cpr and general care certificates?
curator
큐레이터
My name is Eston Cotton, and I’m the curator for Angel Mounds Historic Park.
cut out for
~에 적합하여
Sounds like you have your work cut out for you.
debate
a formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward
I know that you have the debate team championships to attend.
election
the process of choosing someone for office
As you’ve probably guessed, I’m here to speak with you about the upcoming election for student body president.
file
to initiate (a legal action) through a formal procedure
They’re going to file an appeal.
guilty
having, feeling, or causing guilt
In a stunning turn of events, Pat Parker has been found not guilty of bribery.
hand-in-hand
going together
Yeah, money and law go hand-in-hand.
irresponsible
not thinking about the possible bad results of what you are doing
I didn’t agree with the curriculum there, and I found the staff to be very irresponsible.
jury
A jury is a group of people that listen to a trial and say if someone is guilty.
I’m here at the Clinton Town Courthouse, where the jury has finally come to a decision in the trial of Pat Parker.
original
the first one of that thing
It’ll make the camp really fun and original.
outfit
to provide with clothing and other things
Would you like to see the libraries outfitted with up-to-date facilities?
pro side
찬성 쪽
I debated the pro side in the argument about whether the European Union is beneficial to its members.
prosecution
the lawyer or lawyers representing the government in a criminal case
Do you have a statement from the prosecution?
quit
to leave, stop, or resign from etc
Why did you decide to quit your job at Young Explorers Day Camp?
related
connected by blood or marriage
I guess they’re kind of related.
representative
a person who represents the interests of others in an assembly or meeting
I’m Tony Brown, your student union representative and a junior in the Fine Arts School.
satisfactory
If something is satisfactory, it is good enough.
Because of that very low turnout, life on campus has been anything but satisfactory.
sign up for
to register or join
I’d like to sign up for a film editing class.
take place
happen
If you would like these and many other changes to take place, please do your part and vote.
trade stock
주식을 거래하다
I read a book about a banker who made a lot of money trading stocks.
trial
an experiment
The jury has come to a decision in the trial of the millionaire accused of handing out bribes to government officials.
turn in
to hand in
You can go ahead and turn it in today.
turnout
투표율
My biggest concern is voter turnout.
up-to-date
current
Check out the libraries that are outfitted with up-to-date facilities!
voter
a person who votes or has the legal right to vote in an election
First, I want to express my biggest concern, and that’s voter turnout.
act up
말을 안 듣다, 애를 먹이다
Well, Mom did say that her toaster is acting up.
alter
to change
We can alter them for you after getting your measurements.
artwork
a piece or pieces of art
You can even give your kids a map of the museum and a list of artwork and have them act as a tour guide for you.
assist
to help or support
She has to assist him in choosing activities.
be better at
~을 더 잘하다
I was better at writing in elementary school.
billboard
a large, flat board for advertisements, usually by the side of the road
Hey Andrew, I saw this flyer on the billboard in the hallway and thought that you might be interested.
compete
to try to beat others in a contest, fight etc
Even the seniors can compete.
complete
whole; with nothing missing
It only takes a few minutes to complete the form.
complicated
difficult
It might be too complicated for Mom to use.
currently
at this moment
Are you currently enrolled with us?
digital display
디지털 화면, 디지털 표시 장치
Do you know what the digital display is for?
enroll
To enroll in something is to put one's name on a list as a member of a group.
Are you planning to enroll with us?
envious
When someone is envious, they want something that another person has.
Well, I'm really envious of your vacation.
faculty
the teaching staff at a school or college
Well, I'm a little too shy to interview other students and faculty at the school.
father-in-law
the father of husband or wife
That’s my father-in-law, William.
get used to
to become comefortable; to grow accustomed
It was really difficult for me to get used to the heavy workload.
go over
to discuss in order to clarify
So take some time to go over all of the activities and choose the one that works for you.
have an effect on
~에 영향을 미치다
It will most likely have negative effects on the environment because just about every product comes from the Earth.
hem
the edge of a cloth folded and stitched down
I bought these dress pants at the mall last weekend and they’re a little long for me, so I need to get them hemmed.
improve
to (cause to) become better, of higher quality etc
After I got over my fear of talking to others, my social skills have really improved.
in charge
having control of
This’ll allow them to see the whole museum and feel like they're in charge.
interpret
to explain the meaning of something
It’s not a good idea to quiz them or try to interpret the art for them.
journalism
Journalism is the work of collecting the news to put in newspapers or on TV.
I think that all of the extra homework is a great way to learn about journalism.
make sure
to become absolutely certain
First of all, make sure your kids are always with you.
measurement
the act or process of ascertaining dimensions, quantity, or capacity
Let me get your measurements, and then we can alter them for you.
multiple
more than one
We’re open all year long, so there is plenty of time for multiple visits.
publishing
출판
All of the extra homework is a great way to learn about publishing.
purchase
something that is acquired by paying money for it
The past few years have seen young people like you making more purchases on their own than ever before.
raft
A raft is a floating platform made from pieces of wood tied together.
Who’s that on the raft in the water?
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
That sounds reasonable.
search
to look for
I’ve searched everywhere, but I still haven't found it.
semester
either of two terms of about 18 weeks each that make up a school year
It is the beginning of the semester.
sign up
to join an organization or make an agreement to do something etc by writing one's name.
And if you sign up for our mailing list, we’ll give you a 10% discount.
slice
a piece, usually in a flat or triangle shape
I think a two-slice toaster is a bit too small.
social skill
사교 기술
I was the same way at first, but after I got over my fear of talking to others, my social skills have really improved.
specific
well defined and clearly stated
Did you have any specific activities in mind?
struggle
to try very hard to do something difficult
I was struggling, too.
trust
to believe that someone is honest and will do what is righ
She’s great at her job, so I trust her.
wander off
거닐다, 돌아다니다
If they wander off alone, they can easily get lost and scared.
workload
the amount of tasks one must do
At the beginning of the semester it was really difficult for me to get used to the heavy workload.
application
a formal, written request for something
All right. I’ll send my application in immediately, then.
assignment
a particular task or duty
Don’t forget about your assignment.
at the most
최대한
I want to spend $35 a month at the most.
biology
the study of living things
I need to do some research for my biology paper.
book a ticket
티켓을 예매하다
It looks like you can still book tickets for next weekend.
cancel an order
주문을 취소하다
I'll cancel the order on red paint and order some white.
deal
to do business, trade
This sporting goods store has some great deals.
debt relief
the limiting or canceling of a debt load
Those products can be sold, and the income can be used for debt relief.
depressed
experiencing general sadness and hopelessness
You may have also noticed people who seemed down or depressed for no specific reason.
distract
To distract someone means to stop them from concentrating on something.
Social media sites can be very distracting for students who use them to talk with friends instead of to share ideas.
experienced
to see, feel, or do something, or to have something happen to you
It’s probably one of those places only experienced travelers would enjoy, right?
extracurricular
outside the regular curriculum or program of courses
You were really excellent in all of your extracurricular activities this year.
fertilizer
a substance used to help plants grow
Cows also naturally produce fertilizer for future crops.
flock
to gather together
Palawan’s sights are so beautiful that people from all over started flocking there on vacation.
frustrated
bothered; angry
However, Mike recently started getting very frustrated with his parents.
full moon
the moon when it is glowing and is shaped like a complete disc
It’s the biggest full moon of the year.
furious
If you are furious, you are extremely angry.
My wife is going to be furious.
home improvement
주택 개조
The products from these cows can be sold, and the income can be used for home improvements.
income
money earned from working
The milk, cheese, and other products from these cows can be sold, and the income can be used for a better life.
livestock
goods that are bought and sold in trade
Well, owning livestock is like owning your own business.
mellow
being soft and gentle
The town of El Nido is especially popular with couples and older travelers, giving it a very mellow atmosphere.
minor
small; not very important
I’ve read reports of dangerous people pretending to be younger so they can chat with minors.
notable
important, impressive
Another notable feature is the appeal of the festival to young people.
offspring
a child or animal born to a particular parent
Pass on the offspring of your cow to another family and continue this trend throughout the community.
outdo
to do more or better than somebody else
You’ve really outdone yourself in all of your classes this year.
permission
the act of allowing the doing of something
Last weekend, Mike asked for permission from his parents to go to a concert with some of his friends.
poverty
the state of living in very poor conditions
Soon you will find that poverty in your community has decreased.
pricey
expensive
I think it’s a bit too pricey for us, though.
qualification
the skills, knowledge and experience needed in order to do a specific job or activity
Do you think I have the qualifications to get accepted?
reference letter
추천서
Oh, by the way, is there any way you could write a reference letter for me?
reproduction
the act of copying something
I need to do some research about plant reproduction.
sold out
to dispose of entirely by selling
Well, it looks like they’re sold out.
state-of-the-art
the highest level of development at the time
Heavenly Fitness is a state-of-the-art fitness center for functional strength training and overall wellness.
stop by
to stop at a place for a short time
If it’s the second group you belong to, then why don't you stop by Heavenly Fitness for a free consultation?
strict
expecting rules to be followed
Mike believes his parents are too strict and don't respect him as an adult.
stuck
past tense of stick
Mike is usually stuck at home with his parents playing board games and watching old movies.
studious
Someone who is studious spends a lot of time reading and studying books.
Sounds difficult, but you’re very studious, so I’m sure you’ll do well.
take advantage of
cheat; treat unfairly
There are also people who take advantage of younger users to gain personal information.
tourist destination
관광지
It’s about how the island came to be such a popular tourist destination.
treat
to try to cure (a person or disease, injury etc
Mike, a 17 year-old high school student, has very loving parents that treat him well.
adequate
enough; sufficient
To get an adequate amount of vitamin D, experts suggest spending between 10 and 15 minutes outside each day.
alternative
one of two or more possibilities
It’s better than the alternative.
archipelago
a group of several small islands
This little guy is found in the southern part of the Philippines archipelago.
break into
to illegally enter into somewhere
My car was broken into last night while I was out.
convenient
easy and comfortable to do or get to
Even if the parking space isn’t the most convenient, it’s better than the alternative.
deficiency
a lack of some necessary quality or element
Experts now say that up to 50% of people worldwide suffer from vitamin D deficiency.
depressing
having the potential to cause sadness
That's a really depressing movie, but it’s one of the greatest films of all time.
depression
a medical condition that involves feeling sadand unimportant
If so, you might have what experts call "seasonal depression."
exchange rate
price of currency if exchanged
What's the exchange rate?
expand
to get bigger
When there is minimal light, their pupils will expand to almost the size of the entire eye.
extraordinary
outstanding
Today, I want to talk a bit about an extraordinary little animal called the tarsier.
field
a specific area of work or study
He's a real professional in this field.
field trip
a group excursion for the purpose of observation
Did you find your permission slip for the field trip on Friday?
go off
to start making a noise suddenly
A good friend of mine had one and ended up taking it out because it would go off randomly.
I'm flattered
과찬이세요, 영광이에요
I’m flattered, but I couldn’t have written any of them without my lovely wife, Lola.
incredible
wonderful
What’s more is that their eyes provide tarsiers with incredible night vision.
initial
existing or occurring at the beginning; starting
My initial impression of him was very strong.
inspire
to make someone want to do something
She inspired me and pushed me to write them.
install
to connect or position in preparation for use
That’s why I’m thinking about getting an alarm installed.
large bill
고액권
Would you like large or small bills?
leftover money
남은 돈
I have some leftover money that I’d like to exchange.
mammal
an animal that has hair or fur and drinks milk from its mother
Tarsiers are very small mammals.
mattress
the thick soft part of a bed that you lie in
I think we should get one that includes a mattress as well.
miss
to feel the loss of something
Peter, you’re going to miss the bus.
moody
If you describe someone as moody, you mean that their feelings and behaviour change frequently, and in particular that they often become depressed or angry without any warning.
Do you ever get moody or depressed during the winter season?
namely
a word used when giving exact information about something you have already mentioned
He is found in the southern part of the Philippines archipelago, namely on the islands of Bohol and Mindanao.
note
pay attention to
Well, I think I lost the original one, so I just wrote a note.
palm
the underside of a person's hand
A fully grown tarsier can fit in the palm of your hand.
permission slip
허가서
I’m trying to find my permission slip for the field trip on Friday.
perspective
a particular attitude toward or way of thinking about something
It was really interesting to see a different perspective on the history of mankind.
pleasure
Pleasure is a feeling of happiness.
It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Martin.
professional
of, relating to, or connected with a certain job or career
You’re a real professional in this field.
property
a quality, trait, or characteristic
It seems like they just wanted to destroy property.
randomly
without method or conscious decision
Take note that it might ring randomly.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
I recommend them to everyone I meet.
record
a written report of facts, events etc
She also told me that I should record my stories.
talented
having the ability to do something better than most people can
I’m excited to have such a talented and beautiful voice bring my work to life.
thought-provoking
생각하게 하는, 시사하는 바가 많은
It was certainly thought-provoking.
version
a form, variety or account of something
Oh, here’s another version of it that comes with a comic book.
wreck
something in a very bad condition
If people want to wreck your stuff, an alarm isn't going to stop them.
a variety of
여러 가지의
This week-long camp presents future writers with a chance to participate in a variety of programs.
addiction
being dependent on a drug (such as alcohol)
Is it that hard for you to kick your caffeine addiction?
attendee
someone who goes to a place, event, etc.
This year we’re happy to reveal that George Martins will speak and take questions from the attendees.
banquet
A banquet is a grand formal dinner.
There’s a banquet scheduled to start in about an hour.
breeze
A breeze is a soft wind.
I like the autumn breeze.
bring about
to make something happen
Social media, such as Twitter, brought about immediate reporting.
bulky
taking up a lot of space and being difficult to move or store
Well, I don’t think I’ll need that much space and I don’t like bulky bags, so I think a small one would be better.
consume
to use up
Think of all the caffeine you’re consuming.
defend
protect
The champion defended his title.
delivery fee
배송비
Normally we charge an $80 delivery fee, but you're in luck.
dresser
a chest of drawers, usually for clothes
How much is the dresser?
early-bird
이른 아침의, 일찍 오는 사람을 위한
If you apply before Friday, you can get our early-bird discount.
fake
not real; made to look like something it is not
Of course he did, but that so-called "company" had posted fake contact information.
frame
a border for a picture or mirror
It’s $900, and it includes the bed frame, the dresser, the nightstand, and the desk.
fraud
action that cheats or misleads others
Internet fraud is getting so common.
get backed up
~이 밀리다, ~이 역류되다
When a pipe freezes, it can cause the water supply to get backed up.
heating system
난방 시스템
Our school has an automatic heating system, but it will fail if windows are left open.
immediate
occurring without losing time, happening instantly
Social media brought about immediate interaction.
in moderation
적당히, 알맞게
Like the old saying goes, "Everything in moderation."
instantaneously
순간적으로, 즉석으로, 동시에
Internet users can now watch videos almost instantaneously.
instantly
immediately
Journalists were suddenly given the opportunity to report on air to a large audience instantly.
interruption
the act of causing a break in something continuous
Please excuse the interruption, everyone.
kick
to strike or hit something with the foot
It’s really hard for me to kick my caffeine addiction.
literate
글을 읽고 쓸 줄 아는, 교양 있는 literate people in major cities around the world could hear about significant events in a timely fashion.
mark down
~의 가격을 인하하다
You’re in luck because we just marked it down 10% off its normal price of $1,000.
massive
huge, great
Those backed-up pipes can burst and cause massive water damage.
model A after B
B를 본떠서 A를 만들다
I modeled this exhibition after one I saw in Boston a couple of years ago.
nightstand
침실용 스탠드
I'd like to purchase a nightstand.
on a regular basis
정기적으로
For the first time in history, information could be presented to the public on a regular basis.
peel
To peel fruits and vegetables is to remove their skin.
Now peel the potatoes as quickly as you can.
primary
most important; main
The newspaper was the primary source of news for nearly three hundred years, until the first radio news broadcast.
productive
contributing; adding to the total output
Caffeine can help you be more productive.
regards
안부
Give her my best regards, please.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list
I’d like to announce the registration for the Aspiring Writers Summer Camp.
significant
important
Literate people around the world could hear about significant events in a timely fashion.
solar
of or relating to the Sun
I also put a sun at the top because it provides us with solar energy.
sound bite
짧은 코멘트, 인상적인 한마디
Internet users can now read articles and listen to sound bites.
top seller
가장 잘 팔리는 것
It’s one of our top sellers, and you’re in luck because we just marked it down 10% off its normal price of $1,000.
trustworthy
honest
You know, it’s pretty easy to find out if a company is trustworthy or not.
visual
relating to seeing or sight
Television soon followed radio and gave journalism a much more visual medium.
abundant
plentiful
If you’re working in a place with abundant natural light, you should turn off the overhead lights.
adjust
to change something slightly in order to achieve the desired result
Most businesses nowadays are adjusting their dress codes to allow for cooler attire.
alternative
one of two or more possibilities
We need to seek out and practice alternatives for staying cool.
at risk
위험에 처한
Coastal cities around the world are at risk of ending up underwater.
be proud of
to have admiration or pride in someone or something
I’m really proud of you.
carsick
차멀미를 하는
Do you ever get carsick?
coastal
refer to things that are on the land near a coast
It leads to an increase in the water levels of all the world’s oceans, putting coastal cities around the world at risk of ending up underwater.
constant
happening all the time over a certain period
A long-distance runner needs to choose shoes that cushion against the constant pounding.
correct
true or accurate
I’ll print the correct reports right now.
employee
a person employed for wages, a salary etc
I need the reports on the new employees.
factor
one of the things that cause something to happen
Shoes are a very important factor in relieving some of this stress, especially for athletes.
fault
a mistake
It’s all my fault.
forecast
an idea about what the weather will be like in the future
And I was worried about the forecast, but it looks like the weather will be beautiful.
graduation
the ceremony of conferring degrees or diplomas
Congratulations on your graduation, Dr. Nathan.
guilty
having, feeling, or causing guilt
You don’t have to feel guilty.
host
person in charge of a social or other event
Katie’s school is hosting several students from another country.
ice cap
빙원(만년설)
Earth from overheating by reflecting the sun’s rays.
in regards to
relating to in regards to basketball, you require stability for jumping, running down the court, and reversing direction.
inspire
to make someone want to do something
You really inspired me to try my hardest.
make it
to establish, prove
I’m glad you could make it, Layla.
make progress
진행하다, 전진하다
That is really important, I suppose. Are they making progress?
owe
to have to pay
I’m truly grateful, and I owe you so much for all your help.
polar
Polar relates to the cold places on Earth's north and south ends.
One of the main topics was the melting of the polar ice caps.
pound
the form of currency in Great Britain
Wear shoes that cushion against the constant pounding while providing support for your heels.
print out
인쇄하다, 출력하다
I printed them out for you.
productivity
the rate at which a company or country makes goods
I don’t need the employee productivity reports.
properly
in the right way
I’m going to make sure the brakes work properly.
reflect
to turn back, to send back light
The ice caps protects the Earth from overheating by reflecting the sun’s rays.
rust
Rust is a red and brown coating on iron objects caused by water and air.
He finds a lot of rust on the chain, pedals, and brakes.
satiate
실컷 만족시키다
These days we’re using too much coal, gas, and electricity in order to satiate our energy needs.
second language
제 2언어(모국어 외에 학교에서나 일을 위해 배워서 사용하는 언어)
You’ll learn a second or even a third language faster if you study the same way you learned your native language.
show up
to make obvious
At least all my friends from med school showed up.
stability
the state of being not likely to change or fail; permanence
You require stability for jumping, running down the court, and reversing direction.
strain
To strain is to try very hard.
Different sports will strain your feet in different ways.
sufficient
enough or adequate
Therefore, you need to choose shoes that are sufficient to whatever activity you are participating in.
suitable
appropriate
Wearing suitable shoes can prevent serious injury while supporting your ankles and feet.
tread
(타이어의) 접지면
He also discovers that the tread on the tires is worn quite thin, so the tires need to be replaced.
utilize
to make use of
Try to utilize windows to control the natural flow of air and use a fan if windows aren’t available.
vary from ~ to
~에서 ~까지 다양하다
As you can see, shoes vary a great deal from sport to sport.
wear
to carry a covering on the body
If Ms. Tate continues to ride on these tires, they will likely wear through, which could cause an accident.
abuse
a harmful or negative way of treating someone or something
I’ve been reading a lot about the abused animals in the circus.
annual
occurring once a year
We here at the gallery would like to invite all of you to our annual Artists in August event.
anywhere
at or to any place
I can’t find it anywhere.
apply
(with for) to ask for (something) formally
I’m sorry, but that coupon only applies to our rooms and not to the brunch.
backup
something that you have arranged in case your main plans, equipment, go wrong
But we should have a backup plan just in case.
be supposed to V
~하기로 되어 있다
Yeah, it’s supposed to be rainy and windy all week.
beautify
아름답게 하다, 꾸미다
Our city’s artists are important to our community because they help beautify our parks and businesses.
brilliant
very smart brilliant idea. I’m glad we’re partners on this project.
concerned
worried
But I’m a bit concerned we won’t be able to finish our science project by then.
contact
to communicate with someone
Did you contact the police?
decent
proper
You’re going to need a pair of decent cleats, shin guards, socks, and a soccer ball.
durable
longlasting
You’re going to want to make sure that they fit well and are durable enough to hold up for a long time.
eliminate
to completely erase, remove, or destroy something
But it would be better to eliminate this example.
equipment
the tools, supplies, or materials needed to perform a task or activity
Today, we’re going to talk about equipment.
ethical
morally good or correct
But I don’t think what the circus does to those animals is ethical.
experiment
a procedure carried out under controlled conditions to discover something
We need to do our experiments outside.
extend
to make something last longer
First, I’m going to extend your leg like this.
extent
a range
Anyway, I’m going to run a couple of tests to find out the extent of your injuries.
fit well
잘 어울리다, 잘 맞다
It really fits well here.
flashy
호화로운, 멋진
Remember, while the expensive items might look flashy, they’re not really necessary for the game.
foundation
the part of a building, road, bridge, etc. that is underthe ground and supports it
We recommend you make a modest donation to our foundation, which supports the local arts program.
gymnasium
A gymnasium is a building with equipment that you can use to get exercise.
We can probably use the gymnasium to do our experiments.
hallway
an area or passage inside the front door of a building that leads to other rooms
Hey, Dad. Look at this poster I made for hallway safety at our school.
impress
to arouse interest or approval
Remember, while the expensive items might impress others, they’re not really necessary for the game.
irrelevant
not relevant, inapplicable
It's irrelevant to the topic.
just in case
만약을 대비해서, 혹시 모르니까
We should have a backup plan just in case.
keep one's fingers crossed
행운을 빌다
Well, we should keep our fingers crossed that it won’t rain on Wednesday.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
I’m really looking forward to it.
massive
huge, great
When you go into a sporting goods store, you might purchase the massive amount of soccer equipment.
modest
If people are modest, they do not think that they are too important.
However, we recommend you make a modest donation to our foundation.
originally
at first; at the beginning
They were originally living in rickety shacks, so they were quite excited to move into their new homes.
overwhelmed
to supply with an excessive amount of something
You might be overwhelmed by the massive amount of soccer equipment you can purchase.
promote
advertise; push
We do it to promote area artists and display their work in the gallery.
rate
a charge that is set according to a standard scale
What are your daily rates?
set up a reservation
예약하다
I’d like to set up a reservation for a room.
shin
the front part of a person's leg between the knee and foot
Another important item is your shin guards, as they are needed to protect your legs from injury.
space-age
초현대적인
Don't spend the extra money to buy those special space-age socks when the normal cheap ones work just as well.
spotlight
to focus attention on
Every vessel should be equipped with a working fire extinguisher, a horn or whistle, and a spotlight.
tip
a piece of advice
I would like to share a few tips to ensure a safe and clean summer on our lakes and rivers.
upcoming
happening soon
I’m here to announce an upcoming event that I’m sure you’ll be excited about.
accommodate
to fit the wishes or needs of someone
Well, they’re probably trying to accommodate as many customer as possible.
allergist
알레르기 전문 의사
Why don’t you see your allergist?
allergy
a bad reaction that some people have to dust, pollen, etc.
Yeah, I get bad allergies in the spring, too.
apiece
각각, 하나에
They’re $2 apiece, but everything in the store is 20% off right now because we’re about to close.
assemble
to gather together in one place for a common purpose
Mr. Scott’s publishing class assembled it, designed it, and printed it.
associated with
~와 관련된
However, there are certain environmental impacts associated with the process.
attach
to associate or connect one thing, idea, etc. with another
The house does have an attached two-car garage.
attractive
very good looking; appealing to other people
Choose an attractive design and color scheme for your blog.
based on
grounded on, founded on
But the time limit should be based on how many kids a customer brings.
batch
group; lot
We baked a batch of chess pies this afternoon.
chemical
a substance created through a chemical process
Fracking is a method using chemicals that break up rock that contains natural gas.
color scheme
색조
Did you choose an attractive design and color scheme for your blog?
cost-effective
giving profit
The fracking method is very easy and quite cost-effective.
costuming
의상(재료)
I’m going to try to stay as true to the original costuming as I can.
county
the largest political division of a state in the US
That doctor is all the way in Union county!
director
the person responsible for the interpretive aspects of a stage, film, or television production
Hey, Paul. I just had a quick talk with the director.
directory
A group or body of directors
It’s a directory of all of the animals in our school.
discounted
할인된
I’m sorry, but we can’t accept any coupons on discounted items.
distracting
causing a loss of focus and concentration
Too many different topics are distracting and will cause you to lose readers.
dress rehearsal
총연습
See you at dress rehearsal.
garage
the part of a house where people put their cars
Does the house have a garage?
hydraulic fracking
수압 파쇄
Before you leave, I’d like to talk to you for a moment about hydraulic fracking, or just ‘fracking’ for short.
impressed
feeling admiration or respect
I was really impressed with the service at Hotel Disney.
injury
damage to someone's body caused by an accident orattack
I’m almost as good as I was before the injury.
itchy
having or causing an itching sensation
My eyes are so itchy today.
javelin
창
So you can throw a javelin again?
might as well
~하는 편이 낫다
We might as well do it right now.
neighborhood
a district or area surrounding a particular place
The neighborhood is very clean and safe.
on time
according to schedule; punctually
We’re never going to make it to the play on time.
organized
having a formal structure and being coordinated
Maybe we should buy planners so we can be more organized.
policy
an officially accepted set of rules or ideas abouthow something should be done
I did, but all they said was that it was company policy so there was nothing they could do.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list
I missed registration for the summer internship program.
respond to
~에 응답하다
You should take the time to respond to comments left by readers.
role
the function of a person or thing in a particular situation
I’ve got the role of Adam.
semester
either of two terms of about 18 weeks each that make up a school year
You’re right. It took them most of the semester to finish it.
slip one's mind
(깜빡) 잊어 버리다
I guess you were busy and it slipped your mind.
stand out
to be noticeable
There are several things you should remember if you want your blog to stand out from the millions of others.
tap water
수돗물
Our tap water is starting to taste a little strange, don’t you think?
track meet
육상경기대회
I’m really looking forward to seeing you compete in the track meet this weekend.
typically
in a way that one normally acts or behaves typically, we just go to the cabin and go fishing.
aisle
An aisle is a space between two things that people use to walk.
Well, you’re going to want to check the candy aisle.
announce
to make it known
We couldn't be happier to announce that we will be hosting the festival!
annual
occurring once a year
We couldn't be happier to announce that we will be hosting the Fourth annual Cherry Blossom Festival!
available
can get it
We have five bikes available in those models.
belongings
something owned by someone
Is there any way I could get someone to help me move my belongings?
blossom
develop into something very good
Our cherry blossoms are in full bloom!
brochure
a piece of promotional material containing information
This must be the butterfly garden I read about in the brochure.
bruised
멍든, 타박상을 입은
I’m a little bruised up from the crash, but I feel all right.
cheesy
싸구려의, 값싼
It looks a bit cheesy for me.
complicated
difficult
The story of the game seems too complicated, and he doesn’t have enough screenshots.
conscious
aware; awake
Are you environmentally conscious?
constructive
productive; positive and supportive
He asks his good friend, Leah, if he could practice his presentation with her in order to get her opinion on it as well as some constructive feedback.
courthouse
a building containing courts of law
Do you know where the courthouse is?
crash into
~와 충돌하다
And lost control and crashed into a wall.
credit card
a plastic card issued by a bank
Oh, this coupon is only valid if you're paying with a VISA credit or debit card.
debit card
a plastic card that can be used to take money directly from your bank account when one pays for things
Those coupons are only valid if you're paying with a debit card.
delivery
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc)
Would you like to make an order for delivery?
embarrassing
making you feel self-conscious or silly
Well, it’s kind of embarrassing.
environmentally
concerning the environment
I like to be environmentally conscious.
go through
to use a way of going somewhere
They meet in a cafe, where he goes through his presentation.
in full bloom
만발하여
Our roses are in full bloom!
in stock
stored and available, ready for use
Okay, so we have one copy in stock.
in time
early enough
Do you think you'll make it here in time to have dinner with your grandparents at six?
introvert
An introvert is a quiet, shy person who finds it difficult to talk to people.
I’m a bit of an introvert.
make an order
주문하다
I’d like to make an order for delivery.
match
a contest or game
Actually, what I called to talk to you about is the match tomorrow.
nuisance
an annoyance
It's really a nuisance.
opening
a hole or small space
Well, it looks like there’s an opening at Computers Plus for a technician.
postpone
to delay an event and plan or decide that it should happen at a later date or time
Well, we’ll postpone dinner until you get here.
prefer
to like better
My mother always offers to take me in her car, but I prefer the bus.
purpose
a goal
I’m sorry, Mr. Reynolds, but those lights have to stay on for safety purposes.
register
list or record of dates
It's near the register.
relevant
appropriate for or closely connected to a particular topic, situation, etc.
Can you tell me anything about yourself that would be relevant?
show off
to bring attention to oneself
But I was showing off in my car.
sold out
to dispose of entirely by selling
I tried, but by the time I got to the station, all of the tickets were sold out.
suitable
appropriate
I think it’d be suitable for someone like you.
survey
to investigate the opinions or experience of a group of people by asking them questions
We conducted the survey in an attempt to find out who is the most respected person in our country.
thoughtful
being done after careful consideration
Well, that’s quite thoughtful of you.
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area
It’s Friday, so traffic is going to be really bad getting out of the city.
valid
having a basis in logic or fact; reasonable
This coupon is only valid if you're paying with a VISA credit or debit card.
acidity
the level to which something is ACIDIC; the condition of tasting sour or containing ACID
The acidity of vinegar is strong enough to kill the bacteria.
authority
the power to give orders and make decisions
According to a respected news authority based in London, around two billion people can speak English.
big deal
대단한 일, 큰일
I wasn’t aware that you felt getting closer to young people was such a big deal.
billion
a very large number: 1,000,000,000
There are around two billion people in the world who can speak English.
bother
to make the effort to do something
It never seemed to bother him when he was younger.
brief
short
You can brief me on it at a later date.
combination
group; two or more things put together
Canadian English is a combination of American and British English.
commend
to praise something or someone publicly
The dean of the department is particularly impressed and commends Peter for his effort.
concussion
뇌진탕
I think you might have a concussion, Phillip.
dean
the head of a department or school at a university
The dean of the department, Dr. Goldberg, is particularly impressed and commends Peter for his effort.
diner
a person who dines.
I put it closest to the diners.
dizzy
If someone is dizzy, then they feel off balance as if they will fall down.
I remember that I tried to walk, but I felt dizzy.
engineering
the work of designing and creating roads,bridges, buildings, products, or systems
His university opened up an engineering contest for students.
fit in with someone
~와 잘 어울리다
They might see you as someone who fits in with them if they hear you use their slang once in a while.
flaw
something that is not perfect
I think I should rework some of the design flaws.
formal
done in an official public way
It’s formal, but not too formal.
freeze
to form into ice
It's freezing out here.
handout
printed information which is free of charge
To get a better idea of the differences in these native English countries, have a look at the handout I have provided.
impolite
If someone is impolite, they are rude.
I’m not sure what they were saying, but it all sounded very impolite.
intonation
the rise and fall in the sound of your voice as you speak
The differences between American English, British English, and Australian English are usually matters of intonation.
major
important
What is your major?
out of reach
손이 닿지 않는 곳에
Do you think that the corn is a little out of reach?
physics
the scientific study of forces and matter and the ways they affect each other
Peter is a physics major.
pronunciation
the way that a word is PRONOUNCED
The differences between these are usually matters of pronunciation, intonation, and vocabulary.
respected
admired and considered important by many people
According to a respected news authority, there are around two billion people in the world who can speak English.
rinse
to wash lightly
Finally, just rinse the berries off in the sink to rid them of any remaining vinegar.
serious
being dangerous or having a potentially negative effect
It seems like he has some serious issues with his stomach.
shelf life
(식품 등의) 보존 기간, 유통기한
A friend showed me an easy way to maximize shelf life.
slang
a type of language that is considered informal
You mean they were using slang?
soak
to absorb something
Let the berries soak for about five minutes while the vinegar does its work on the bacteria.
solution
a way to solve a problem
Simply by using a solution of water and vinegar, you can greatly extend the life of fresh berries.
starve
to die from not having enough food
I'm starving.
stick to
~을 고수하다, 계속하다
He should stick to simple foods like rice and beans for now.
suit
to satisfy
I think it suits me perfectly.
tackle
to grab and throw someone to the ground in order to stop them
The last thing I remember, I was going for a pass and someone on the other team tackled me from behind.
term paper
a long essay written by a student
I have two term papers due next Monday.
upset stomach
배탈
They’re known to cause upset stomachs.
variety
different types
There are even different varieties of English for those who speak it as their first language.
vegetarian
a person who does not eat meat of any kind
I also made pasta for the vegetarians.
vinegar
a sour liquid that is a weak acid made from fermenting wine or beer
First, wash the berries in a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water.
airway
a passage for breathing
When you sleep on your back, your tongue drops and blocks your airways.
appliance
electrical device (ex: refrigerator)
Welcome to Frank’s Home appliances.
as long as
provided that as long as this is in your pocket, you can unlock your car by pressing the button on the door handle.
assure
to tell someone that something will happen or that something is true in a strong and definite way consume
I can assure you one thing.
audience
the group of people watching or listening to an event
And a much larger audience will view your films.
awesome
If something or someone is awesome, they are impressive or frightening.
Yeah, but all of the other dancers did really awesome routines.
based on other people
다른 사람들과 비교해서
Don’t judge your ability based on other people.
blood pressure
the (amount of) pressure of the blood on the walls of the blood-vessels
The couple showed significantly lower blood pressure than the other while telling their stories.
clearance
a sale
Let’s see what’s in the clearance section.
clumsy
awkward in movement or manner
That’s great because I can get pretty clumsy and forgetful.
compared to
discover similarities or differences
My routine was really good compared to yours.
conscientious
양심적인, 성실한
Recent environmental problems caused by pollution have led many people around the country to a new, more conscientious way of life.
cosmetic
a beauty preparation, like makeup, lipstick, and skin cream, used on the body, esp. on the face
It was originally $500, but it has a little bit of cosmetic damage so we marked it down to $350.
dedicated
set aside or apart for a special purpose
You know all the moves, and you've been really dedicated.
deny
to say that something is untrue or does not exist
Last year, we had to deny a lot of visitors entrance to the festival because our location was not big enough.
disposable
able to be used for a brief time and then discarded
Try to avoid disposable items, such as paper cups or plates.
farmers' market
농산물 직매장
Hey Beth, check out this poster I made for the fruit stand at the farmers’ market.
get rid of
to remove; to eliminate
Actually, I got rid of my Internet altogether.
hesitate
To hesitate is to wait for a short time before doing something.
Don’t hesitate to call us if you have any problems with the car.
initiative
an effort to start doing something to solve a problem
Take the initiative and join millions of others in going green.
insomnia
Insomnia is a condition in which a person has difficulty sleeping.
Natural ways to get rid of insomnia
installation fee
설치 비용
Delivery is free, but we do charge an installation fee.
interfere with
create an obstacle or disturb
They cause the muscles in the throat to relax, which interferes with breathing.
intimacy
a closeness between two people
But it still maintains the intimacy and personality of locations used in years past.
maintain
to continue
The new location still maintains the intimacy and personality of locations used in years past.
opt for
~을 선택하다
When it’s not, you should opt for a more environmentally friendly means of transportation.
personality
the quality of the state of being of a person
How can you describe the personality of locations used in years past?
physiological
related to the body physiological causes of snoring
plain
a large area of flat land without trees
But "Jerry’s Fruit Stand" seems so plain.
preserve
to save or use slowly
That way we can preserve history for future generations.
quality
the extent to which something has features
I'm here to tell you that snoring can lead to poor sleep quality, tiredness during the day, and health problems.
right away
immediately; at once
I’ll put them back right away.
significantly
in a way that is important and worthy of attention
The couples that spent the afternoon holding hands showed significantly lower blood pressure than the other group.
sleek
smooth and glossy
You’re right, but this new computer is just so sleek and cool.
slogan
a short phrase used to advertise something
I like the slogan.
snore
To snore means to make a loud noise each time a sleeping person breathes.
Have you or your loved one ever experienced a bad night's sleep due to snoring?
supplement
to add to something in order to make it complete or better
You should also avoid taking sleeping supplements.
tear down
tear down so as to make flat with the ground
Tom, have you heard about the city’s plan to tear down the old library?
tissue
a piece of thin, soft paper used for blowing and cleaning the nose
Being overweight can create fatty tissue in the back of your throat, which can lead to frequent, loud snoring.
turn somebody away
~을 돌려보내다
I can assure you that your friends and family will not be turned away.
a while
a short time; some time
It’ll be a while before I finish.
abuse
a harmful or negative way of treating someone or something
I recently watched a documentary about poaching and elephant abuse in Africa.
accountant
An accountant is a person whose job is to keep financial accounts.
I just started a job as an accountant for Green Tree Financial.
accounting
the process or work of keeping financial accounts
She and I became good friends after high school, and she pushed me to study accounting.
adopt
to take and raise a child
I’m just reading about this elephant I adopted in Africa.
adore
to love; to honor greatly
I always adored her.
annual
occurring once a year
It’s an event for the school's annual science fair.
approach
a way of doing or thinking about something
As you know, tornado season is quickly approaching.
charismatic
having an extraordinary power or appeal
She was so charismatic and funny.
charity
an organization that works to help people who are in need
So, you adopted him through a charity program or something?
commute
to travel a long distance to get to work
But have you ever thought about the amount of time that’s wasted commuting?
compromise
to make up, to compose
Social networking sites can also compromise people’s privacy.
consist of
to be composed
In the past, the normal routine consisted of the employee coming to work in the morning.
deckhand
갑판원
An international shipping company was hiring and took me on as a deckhand.
depart
to leave some place so you can go to another place
There’s a tour that departs in 20 minutes.
diminish
to make or become less
How the stress of that commute could diminish the employee’s energy before they even arrive at work
eliminate
to completely erase, remove, or destroy something
By eliminating the stress brought on by the daily commute, you’ll allow your employees to put more energy into their tasks.
end up
to finally be; to be in the end
Allowing your employees to work at home will end up being beneficial to you in the end.
grab a bite
가볍게 먹다
Let's grab a bite to eat and head home.
handy
If something is handy, it is useful.
It might be wise to keep a battery-powered radio handy in case of a power outage.
kill time
시간을 때우다
We can kill some time by walking around Central Station.
mall
a large building with many different shops inside
I was at the mall earlier and I saw a necklace that I know she’ll love.
master's
석사 학위
I’m studying for my master's at Transylvania University.
miniature
If something is miniature, it is very small.
Students have to work together to build a working miniature rocket to send up into the air.
motivate
to give someone a reason to do something; to cause someone to have interest in doing something
My trainer is very knowledgeable, and he motivates me to work hard.
policy
an officially accepted set of rules or ideas abouthow something should be done
However, the library’s policy states that he should buy a new copy to replace the one that went missing.
power outage
정전
In case of a power outage, use a battery-powered radio.
productivity
the rate at which a company or country makes goods
I would like to talk to you all today about increasing your business's productivity.
run every hour
매 시간 운행하다
According to the tour schedule, they run every four hours.
sanctuary
A sanctuary is a place where people in danger can go to be safe.
Well, I found a wildlife sanctuary that takes care of these animals, and that’s where he lives.
siren
a device that produces loud warning sounds
First, when you hear a tornado siren, get to the basement immediately.
spare
being extra, held in case of need; available to be used or borrowed
Maybe you can help when you have some money to spare.
split
to divide something in two
I don’t have enough money even if we split.
sprain
wrench the ligaments of an ankle or other joints
The doctor said it's just a minor sprain.
supervisor
someone who is watches, directs, and is in charge of a task, place, or person
And working all day under the close watch of his or her supervisor.
supplement
to add to something in order to make it complete or better
Well, I was planning on going to the health store to pick up some vitamins and supplements.
that's a shame
안됐군요, 유감이에요 that’s a shame, but it’s okay.
thoughtful
being done after careful consideration
That's so thoughtful of you.
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast is calling for a lot of snow at the ski resort, so we’re going to Denali National Park instead.
workout
A workout is an exercise routine that helps improve health.
Are you busy after your workout today?
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