~을 염려하다, ~에 관심을 가지다
If you're concerned about your kids not spending time outside, a flower garden can help with it.
blossom
develop into something very good
This spring, try something new for family time: plant a flower garden, and watch your children blossom!
brighten
to fill full of light
Gardening is a great way to get your kids outdoors and brighten up your yard all at the same time.
envy
to feel envy towards (someone)
Wow, I envy you.
fresh
not stale
They look so fresh!
patio
a flat hard area outside, and usually behind, a house where people can sit
Do you have a patio at your apartment?
responsibility
something that someone must do
This will allow them to naturally develop personal and social responsibility.
announcement
public or formal words that tell something
We have an announcement for you and your families.
around the clock
24시간 내내, 밤낮으로
Our set manager is working around the clock to prepare.
balcony
a raised platform that is connected to the side of a building and surrounded by a low wall or railing
The view from the balcony is great, right?
book
book
Go ahead and book it.
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.
donation
an act of presenting something as a gift
We accept donations of used medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, and shower chair.
equipment storage
기자재 창고
We ask you to call due to limited space for equipment storage.
flight
a journey in a plane
I booked a flight for this afternoon.
land
the solid part of the surface of the Earth
It lands at 4:45.
local
coming from a nearby place
Lucy and Jayden are students at the local high school.
magazine
a thin book with a paper cover usually sold weekly or monthly that contains pictures, articles, stories, and essays
Is that magazine shoot today or tomorrow?
make it home
집에 가다
Are you going to make it home today?
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.
souvenir
A souvenir is something you buy to remind you of a place or event.
Oh, could you pick up a couple of souvenirs on your way back?
spectacular
amazing
The view is spectacular, right?
station
a place with a ticket office, waiting rooms etc, where trains, buses or coaches stop to allow passengers to get on or off
You have a television interview at the local station today.
working condition
작동 되는 상태
We check that they are clean and in working condition.
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.
directors
(회사의) 임원[중역/이사]
I won’t disappoint the directors.
disappoint
not to satisfy
I hope I won’t disappoint the directors.
final touch
마무리 작업
I’m putting the final touches on the business proposal we talked about.
look up
to find a piece of information by looking in a book or using a computer
I’m just looking up books.
offer
to put forward for acceptance or refusal
I think we should focus on what we offer that Blackbeans doesn’t.
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.
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.
reading list
(추천) 도서 목록
Oh, so you’re making a summer reading list.
remind
help someone remember
We need to remind people that we offer a better variety.
suffer
to have a illness or medical condition
We've been suffering ever since Blackbeans opened across the street.
variety
different types
You won't regret it, because we offer a better variety.
collection
a group
These will complete my collection.
conserve
to keep something or try to use it slowly toavoid loss or waste
This does not explain why the sloth sleeps so much, though. Possibly, sleeping helps it to conserve its energy.
flower stamp
꽃무늬 우표
I have a question about your flower stamp series.
meeting
an occasion when people come together in order to discuss things and make decisions
We’re going to need twenty orders of chicken for our club meeting.
predator
attacker; hunter
Slow-moving animals are very vulnerable to predators while they're on the ground looking for food.
pricey
expensive
Well, that's a bit pricier than I thought it would be.
protect
(usually followed by "against" or "from" ) to defend against harm or danger
Scientists believe that this is a way for the sloth to protect itself.
released
출고되다
I heard the rose stamps were just released.
sloth
laziness; sluggishness
The sloth is one of the sleepiest animals in the world!
sold out
to dispose of entirely by selling
They were sold out.
vulnerable
at risk; weak
Since the sloth is a very slow-moving animal, it is very vulnerable to predators while it’s on the ground looking for food.
boa constrictor
보아뱀
But some species of snakes, such as the boa constrictor, give live birth.
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.
common knowledge
상식
I thought that was common knowledge.
discuss
to talk about
By discussing their ideas
ease tension
긴장을 완화하다
They try to ease the tension.
hatch
to come out of an egg
Boa constrictors actually incubate the eggs inside themselves and once they hatch, they give birth.
in public
in front of many people
It’s bad manners to speak loudly in public.
incredibly
in a way that is diffi cult to believe
The music on this bus is incredibly loud.
incubate
to keep bird eggs warm by sitting on them until the baby bird is ready to be born
They actually incubate the eggs inside themselves and once they hatch, they give birth.
opinion
a thought or belief about something or someone
Jane shows it to David so she can get his opinion.
reflect
to turn back, to send back light
Bus rides are great for reflecting on your day.
reptile
A reptile is a cold-blooded animal that lays eggs and has skin covered with scales.
I did catch a short documentary about reptiles that I found interesting.
shed
a small building used for storage
Baby boas also shed their skin within ten days of being born.
student council president
학생회장
Jane is a student running for student council president.
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.
assignment
a particular task or duty
When is the due date for this assignment?
ceramic
If something is ceramic, it is made of baked clay.
Are you interested in shopping ceramics?
deadline
the time by which something must be finished
Aiden won’t be able to finish an important assignment before tomorrow's deadline.
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.
due date
a deadline
When is the due date for this project?
exotic
unusual and attractive
Visitors can buy an exotic pet, such as a baby squirrel or a monkey.
extension
addition; expansion
He would like to ask the teacher if he can get an extension on this assignment.
extracurricular
outside the regular curriculum or program of courses
She also takes part in other extracurricular activities at the school, such as the movie club and student government.
fate
a force or power believed to determine in advance everything that happens
Avoid this fate.
interestingly
in a way that attracts your attention and makes you want to know more
Second and most interestingly
market
a public place where people meet to buy and sell or the public event at which this happens
I’d like to talk to you today about a very special market in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand.
popularity
widespread acceptance
There’s a new camping trend gaining popularity these days.
postpone
to delay an event and plan or decide that it should happen at a later date or time
Could you postpone the due date of my assignment?
predator
attacker; hunter
It’s so bitter that predators avoid eating them.
priority
something treated as more important
You should reconsider your priorities.
purse
A purse is a bag where women keep money, makeup and keys.
You can also buy purses, Muay Thai boxing shorts, jewelry, and ceramics.
souvenir
A souvenir is something you buy to remind you of a place or event.
Visitors can enjoy local Thai food, buy souvenirs, shop for vintage sneakers, or even buy an exotic pet.
specialty
area of expertise
However, silk isn't the only souvenir specialty at Chatuchak Market.
stall
a temporary structure from which a merchant sells things
The market has more than 8,000 stalls and spans over 27 acres.
take part in
to be one of a group of people doing something, to take an active share in
He also takes part in other extracurricular activities at the school, such as the chess club and student government.
awareness
having knowledge
Amanda Stevens, a professor’s daughter, created this great backpack to bring social awareness to schools around the world.
blend
to mix together
The straps and handle of the bag are made from a blend of recycled fabric and plastic so they are very strong.
entirely
completely
EcoBag is made entirely out of recycled plastic.
exchange
give something and get something
I’d like to exchange these baby shoes for a different pair.
invention
a device that is created for the first time
This morning, I’d like to talk about a great new invention for the environment.
lightweight
weighing only a little or less than average
Those straps and handle of the bag are not only strong, but comfortable and lightweight.
look good on
~에게 어울리다
Oh, these will look good on her.
outgrow
to grow too large
When you or your child outgrows it, it can be recycled.
purchase
something that is acquired by paying money for it
What’s more, if you purchase one online, the company will donate another bag to a student in need.
shorten
to make short or shorter
I want to shorten them two centimeters.
the needy
어려운 사람들
The EcoBag is a great way to do your part by helping the environment and the needy.
amusement park
A big place where people go to ride rides, eat food and see shows
You went to the amusement park with your family last week, right?
be supposed to V
~하기로 되어 있다
It’s supposed to rain on Friday so we can’t go to the amusement park.
chef
a person who cooks good food as a job
Yes, chef. Yesterday I ordered 30 boxes of tomatoes.
conversation piece
화제거리
All of our items are unique, so your purchases will make great conversation pieces.
crate
a large wooden container for transporting goods
We have repurposed many things, such as crates, boots, and jars, to give your garden a sharp, new look.
dedicated
set aside or apart for a special purpose
You’re really dedicated to your team.
discarded
to throw away
We collect discarded items and repurpose them into new items that are both interesting and high in quality.
inventory
a complete listing of merchandise
Nothing in our inventory is more expensive than $100.
lamp shade
전등 따위의 갓
We carry furniture made from discarded commercial wood and lamp shades made from old clothes.
obligation
responsibility
I have an obligation to the debate team.
planter
(분재용) 장식 용기, 화분
If you need new planters for spring, look no further than Greenbacks.
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
We also offer very reasonable prices.
repurpose
다른 목적에 맞게 만들다(바꾸다)
Using repurposed products is great for the environment, but is the quality as good as brand-new items?
apologize
to express regret for a fault, mistake or error
We apologize for the problems this closure will cause, but it is for the safety of the students.
assure
to tell someone that something will happen or that something is true in a strong and definite way consume
I assure you that the renovated gym will be safer and much nicer when it reopens on February 22nd.
chairperson
a person in charge of a corporation
I’m Susan Rogers, chairperson of the River Run Planning Committee.
damage
to harm something physically
Due to damage from the weather, the school’s gym will be closed for construction for the next three weeks.
final
last
Sorry, but all sales are final in this store.
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.
principal
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
This is your principal, Mrs. Jones.
purchase
something that is acquired by paying money for it
When did you purchase it?
receipt
a statement listing what you have purchased or paid for and the amount you paid
Let me check the receipt.
refund
a reimbursement of money
You’re going to need a receipt if you want a refund.
registration
the process of entering names on an official list registration is open until Friday, October 5th.
renovated
개조된
The renovated gym is safer and much nicer than the old one.
revised
변경된
You can find revised schedule on our website.
under construction
in the process of being completed
Students must stay out of the gym while it is under construction.
audience
the group of people watching or listening to an event
Apparently some of our audience doesn’t like our news content.
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.
boardroom
회의실
Get in touch with all of the staff and have everyone meet in the boardroom after lunch?
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.
disappoint
not to satisfy
I know, but I guess it’s not working if we’re disappointing our viewers.
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.
give a speech
to speak formally to a group of peoeple
I have to give a speech in Spanish class tomorrow, and I want to practice it.
light-hearted
편안한 마음으로, 마음이가벼운
Sam, you’re the one who wanted to make the local news more light-hearted.
make a mistake
to do something in the wrong way or not the way intended
Well, I’m afraid that I’ll make a mistake and everyone will laugh at me.
serious
being dangerous or having a potentially negative effect
So should I start reporting on more serious news?
a big deal
큰일, 힘든 일
I really don’t think taking our trash with us is a big deal.
amazing
very surprising
The mountain air is so clean, and the views are amazing.
build up
to accumulate
Trash would build up around the trash can.
by the kilogram
킬로그램 단위로
The onions are $2 each, and the carrots are sold by the kilogram.
carrot
a plant with a long orange root that is eaten as a vegetable
I’d especially recommend the onions and the carrots.
concept
an abstract idea; a general notion
That’s a great concept.
deliver
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc
Could I have them delivered?
fill up
to gradually add a substance until it occupies all available space
True, but if there was a trash can, it would fill up and then overflow and trash would build up around it.
fresh
not stale
All your vegetables look really fresh today.
high school student
고등학생
You know your role is a high school student.
install
to connect or position in preparation for use
Actually, I just installed that app on my phone this morning.
movie poster
영화 포스터
I know. By the way, what’s the idea for the movie poster?
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
public transportation
buses,trains, subways that charge set fares
I heard there’s a public transportation application.
set up
to establish
Why don’t you change your clothes while I set up the cameras?
studio
a place for painting, broadcasting, etc..
It’s been a year since I saw you last in your studio.
architecture
the style or way a building is made
Well, I majored in architecture.
commercial
done for profit
I’m very interested in commercial development.
credential
자격증
I've been looking over your credentials before this interview.
delay
to make something happen at a later time than was planned
I see the 2 o’clock flight to Dallas is delayed.
flight
a journey in a plane
We’ll update the flight information soon, but the plane should take off within two hours.
gym
a place for exercise
My time would be better spent in the gym than the living room.
highlight
bring attention to; provide a good example of
Would you like to see some highlights?
hire
(especially American) to employ (a workman,etc)
If we decide to hire you, what kinds of architecture are you interested in working on?
prepare
to get ready for something
But wouldn’t you be more prepared for the game if you watched some video?
starting pitcher
(야구) 선발투수
Have you watched any videos of the opposing team's starting pitcher?
valedictorian
졸업생 대표, 수석 졸업생
I see that you graduated as the valedictorian of your university.
accommodate
to fit the wishes or needs of someone
You will need to register online as there is only enough space to accommodate 100 guests.
announce
to make it known
Today I’d like to announce a special open house event at our school.
arrange a trip
여행을 계획하다
I’m glad that you arranged my trip on such short notice.
artwork
a piece or pieces of art
This event allows students to bring their families to the academy to show off the artwork they’ve created this semester.
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.
open house
(학교·기숙사 등의) 공개일
This open house event is scheduled to take place in the activities center from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26th.
relative
a family member
How often do you visit your relatives?
sculpt
to carve or shape
We will also host several activities, such as sculpting and tie-dyeing, that you may choose to participate in with your relatives.
sibling
a person with the same parents as someone else
You can bring not only your parents, but also your grandparents, siblings, and other relatives.
tie-dye
홀치기 염색을 하다
Join several activities, such as sculpting and tie-dyeing!
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.
angle
the direction from which you look at something
Lastly, try to keep your knees at a right angle.
be supposed to V
~하기로 되어 있다
She’s arriving Friday morning, and I'm supposed to pick her up at the airport.
beneficial
helpful
Are you sure that this exercise is beneficial for my body?
benefit
an advantage or profit gained from something
Did you know that you can benefit from meditation in a variety of ways?
boost
increase
For example, it boosts your energy.
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.
entertain
to amuse
I have an important client coming in from LA, and I have to entertain her over the weekend.
improper posture
부적절한 자세 improper posture is the main cause.
meditate
To meditate means to focus or think deeply in silence.
So if I get tired in the afternoon, it will help if I meditate.
meditation
the act of spending time in quiet thought
I’m listening to a podcast about meditation.
mentally
with or in the mind and thoughts
So it's beneficial both mentally and physically?
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.
physically
involving the use of the body, rather than the mind
Due to the physically demanding nature of the activity, only adults are allowed on these tours.
pressure
to try to make others do something
To reduce the pressure on your back
rearrange
to organize things in a new or different way, by changing their times or positions
Sweetheart, can you help me rearrange the bedroom this Friday?
relieve
to lessen or stop (pain, worry etc)
They’re also talking about how meditation can help you sleep at night and relieve stress.
sharpen
to make sth sharper
They also said that meditation can improve your health and sharpen your mind.
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.
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.
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.
opinion
a thought or belief about something or someone
What was your opinion of Mr. Brown’s open class today?
participate
to take part in an activity or event with others
Games make students want to participate more actively in class.
patent
legal copyright protection for an invention
The grand-prize winner will receive $5,000 toward obtaining a patent and producing an actual prototype of the idea.
preliminary
early; at the beginning; done in preparation for something
There are 25 students who have made it through the preliminaries based on the ideas they submitted.
promotion
the act of raising a person to a higher position
The scooters usually cost you $25, but we’re running on an off-season promotion, so you get an additional 10% off.
qualify for
~의 자격을 얻다
All of the students who qualified for the final round submitted ideas that are useful in today’s world.
relevant
appropriate for or closely connected to a particular topic, situation, etc.
The people who qualified for the final round submitted ideas that are relevant in today’s world.
rent
the money people pay to someone to live in a certain place
I think $2,000 a month is the most we can afford for rent.
submit
to offer (a plan, suggestion, proposal, entry etc)
We’ve just finished the first round of the science fair, and 2000 students have submitted their ideas.
take place
happen
The final round will take place two weeks from today, on May 22nd, in the Student Center’s Event Hall.
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.
afford
to be able to pay for something or afford its costs
I couldn't
