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90. Should the Weekend be Longer?: The Four Day Working Week (English Vocabulary Lesson)
28 juli 2021 · 21 min
Have you ever thought about why you work 5 days a week? Or 8 hours a day? Why are weekends only two days long? Research suggests that there could be real benefits to reducing employees working hours and shortening the working week. This episode is going to look at the history of working hours, and then discuss whether it would be better for everyone if our weekends were longer, and the time we spend in the office is reduced. Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/07/28/90-should-the-weekend-be-longer-the-four-day-working-week-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
To entitle (v) - to give someone the right to do or have somethingChildren and the elderly are entitled to cheap train tickets
Trade union (n) - an organization that represents the people who work in a particular industry, protects their rights, and discusses their pay and working conditions with employers
The government’s proposals have been strongly criticized by the trade unions
To compensate (v) - to pay someone money in exchange for work done
That company compensates their employees really well
Productivity (n) - the rate at which a person, company, or country does useful work
A pleasant working environment increases productivity
Invoice (n) - a statement listing goods or services provided and their prices, used in business as a record of sale
You need to have a copy of your original invoice if want a refund
Obstacle (n) - something that blocks you so that movement, going forward, or action is prevented or made more difficult
Money seems to be no obstacle
Output (n) - an amount of something produced by a person, machine, factory, country, etc
Last year manufacturing output fell by 14 percent
Abundance (n) - a situation in which there is more than enough of something
The area has an abundance of …
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89. What is the most ‘normal’ country in the world? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
26 juli 2021 · 23 min
Over the last year and a half, the way people live, work, socialise, and much more, has completely changed. While we are beginning to return to normal in some ways, it is also possible that we will never return to the way things were before the pandemic. So, in this episode, let’s look at which country is currently the most ‘normal’ in the world? Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/07/26/89-what-is-the-most-normal-country-in-the-world-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Accustomed (adj) - familiar with somethingShe quickly became accustomed to his strange sleeping pattern
To invest in (v) - to put money, effort, time, etc. into something in order to improve it or get an advantage
My favourite restaurant invested in iPads to make ordering easier
Viable (adj) - able to work as intended or able to succeed
With government restrictions, it is no longer viable to hold our event
Extent (n) - amount
We don’t know the extent of his injuries
Normalcy (n) - the state of being normal (also said as normality)
Now that the war is over, perhaps our region will return to normalcy
Indicator (n) - something that shows what a situation is like
Increasing sales is an indicator that the food industry is recovering
congested (adj) - too much traffic and movement is difficult
The roads are always congested on national holidays
Conversely (adv) - in an opposite way
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More than delicious: Advanced Food Vocabulary (English Vocabulary Lesson)
23 juli 2021 · 11 min
Food is something that unifies people across the world. Most people love to eat and to try new tastes and flavours. Food helps us connect with family, to socialise, and to feel happy. So, let’s learn some more advanced vocabulary to help you talk about food! Make sure you check out the transcript on thinkininenglish.blog and my Instagram page! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/07/24/more-than-delicious-advanced-food-vocabulary-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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88. Why are the Tokyo 2020 Olympics so controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
21 juli 2021 · 22 min
This week is the beginning of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. While the Games are usually a time of excitement and joy, this time is different. Covid has changed everything. This episode of Thinking in English will introduce some information about the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, discuss why it is so controversial, and then present more general arguments about the benefits and negatives of hosting the Games Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/07/21/88-why-are-the-tokyo-2020-olympics-so-controversial-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Eagerly (adv) - In a way that shows that you want to do or have something very much, especially something interesting or enjoyableHe eagerly accepted an invitation to the party
To anticipate (v) - to imagine or expect that something will happen
We don’t anticipate any trouble
To safeguard (v) - to protect something from harm
The union safeguards the interests of all its members
Precarious (adj) - a precarious situation is likely to get worse
After the bank collapsed, many customers are in a precarious financial position
Peacetime (n) - a period of time when a country is not at war
The country is buying more weapons even though we are in peacetime
To revive (v) - to come or bring something back to life, health, existence, or use
My plants revived as soon as I gave them some water
Alternating (adj) - starting with one thing, then another thing, and then the first thing again
He is always alternating between happy and sad
To revitalize (v) - to give new life, energy, activity, or success to something
Investment has revitalize this neighbourhood
Stature (n) - the good reputation a person or organization has, based on their behaviour and ability
He is an artist of great stature
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87. How to Move Country in the Middle of a Pandemic!
19 juli 2021 · 15 min
In this episode, I’m going to talk about a big change in my life, explain why I've not uploaded many episodes recently, and discuss the process of moving to a new country during the middle of a pandemic! Lees meer
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The 'Rona', 'Covidiots', and 'Quarantinis': Covid-19 Slang (English Vocabulary Lesson)
30 juni 2021 · 7 min
Today, I want to introduce some common slang that English speakers are using to talk about Covid-19 and the pandemic! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/06/30/the-rona-covidiots-and-quarantinis-covid-19-slang/
32. The Oxford Dictionary Words of the Year 2020! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge
28 juni 2021 · 7 min
Today, I want to challenge you to a tongue twister competition! Lees meer
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Tongue Twisters!
Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry (x3)
She sells seashells on the seashore
If three witches were watching three watches, which witch would watch which watch?
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English Riddle Challenge (Mini Episode 1)
23 juni 2021 · 5 min
Today, I’m going to give you all a challenge! Lees meer
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Riddle 1
What has a face and two hands but no arms or legs?
Riddle 2What occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment and never in one thousand years?
Riddle 3What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?
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86. The Best Way to Master English?: Everything You Need to Know About Language Exchanges!
16 juni 2021 · 27 min
The best way to improve your English is by speaking as regularly as possible. But, for many of you, it might be difficult to find people or opportunities to practice speaking. So, on this episode of Thinking in English I am going to provide a detailed introduction to language exchanges, explain how to find conversation partners, and give you some tips to make sure you have the best experience possible! Lees meer
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Proficiency (n) - skill, ability, and experienceThe job ad said they wanted proficiency in at least two languages
Competence (n) - the ability to do something well
Her competence as a teacher is unquestionable
Intuitive (adj) - understandable without needing to think about it or justify it
Most people have an intuitive sense of right and wrong
To resemble (v) - to look like or be like someone or something
You resemble your mother
Uncomfortable (adj) - not feeling, or making you feel, comfortable and pleasant; embarrassing
These shoes are really uncomfortable
To filter (v) - to remove or select a particular type of information from something
Most email apps use spam filtering tools
To fill out (phrasal v) - to write or type information in spaces that are provided for it
You must fill out your tax returns before September!
Prompt (n) - something used to help you remember things or inspire discussion
The actor forgot his lines, so the director gave him a prompt.
Conscious (adj) - being aware of or worried about something
Consumers aren’t as conscious of prices as they were last year
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85. Football English: All the Vocabulary You Need to Watch the UEFA European Football Championship in English! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 juni 2021 · 24 min
Back of the net! What a save! To move the goalposts! To be on the ball! English, and especially British English, is full of football related vocabulary, expressions and idioms. So, to celebrate the start of the UEFA European Football Championship, let’s learn a few of the most useful examples together. Hopefully by the end of the episode you will be able to watch football games in English with ease. And if you hate football, don’t worry! Much of the vocabulary in the episode is also used in business English and everyday conversations. Lees meer
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To qualify (v) - to succeed in getting into a competitionNigeria was the first team to qualify for the World Cup
To reschedule (v) - to agree on a new or later date for something to happen
I rescheduled my doctor’s appointment for later in the week
Title (n) - the position you get by beating all other competitors in a sports competition
Joe Louis won the heavyweight boxing title in 1937
Host (n) - a place of organization that provides the space and other necessary things for a special event
Qatar is the host nation for the next World Cup
Commentator (n) - a reporter for radio or TV who provides a spoken description of and remarks on an event, especially a sport competition
He is a football commentator
Beneficial (adj) - helpful, useful, good
A day off will be beneficial to your health
Exclamation (n) - something you say or shout suddenly because of surprise, fear, pleasure, etc
He shouted an exclamation of delight
To dominate (v) - to have control over a place or person
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84. Where is the Best Place to Live?: the Most ‘Liveable’ City 2021 (English Vocabulary Lesson)
9 juni 2021 · 17 min
Where is the best place to live in the world? Which city has the best living conditions? And how can we determine what the “best” really means? Fortunately for us, The Global Liveability Index 2021 was recently released which answers many of these questions, and I will discuss the results on this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/06/09/84-where-is-the-best-place-to-live-the-most-liveable-city-2021-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Quality (n) - a characteristic or feature of someone or somethingI don't think he has the right qualities to be a teacher
Infrastructure (n) - the basic systems and services, such as transport and power supplies, that a country or organization uses in order to work effectively
The war has badly damaged the country’s infrastructure
To cope (v) - to deal successfully with a difficult situation
It must be really hard to cope with three young children and a job
Generous (adj) - more or larger than usual or expected
My boss gave me a generous pay increase
Domestically (adv) - inside a particular country rather than in other countries
The movie made $76 million domestically but only $1.3 million abroad
To plummet (v) - to fall very quickly and suddenly
House prices have plummeted in recent months
Civil (adj) - not military or religious, or relating to the ordinary people of a country
Helicopters are mainly used for military rather than civil use
To favour (v) - to support or prefer one particular possibility
I generally favour travelling by night, when the roads are quiet
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83. Why are the World’s Most Powerful Leaders Meeting in the UK?: The G7 Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
7 juni 2021 · 18 min
This week seven of the most powerful leaders in international politics are meeting in the south of England. The G7 members will discuss the pandemic, economy, trade, and the environment. You may have heard of the G7 before, but how much do you really know about the organisation? What does the G7 do? Who are the members? Why is the meeting in the UK? Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
Summit (n) - an important formal meeting between leaders of governments from two or more countriesWorld leaders will meet next week for their annual economic summit
Abbreviated (adj) - (of a word or phrase) made shorter by using only the first letters of each word
The bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich is more commonly referred to by its abbreviated name, BLT
To coordinate (v) - to make various, separate things work together
The government and charities will need to coordinate their efforts to help the homeless
Permanent (adj) - lasting for a long time or forever
She is looking for a permanent place to stay
Presidency (n) - the job of being president, or the period when someone is a president
She won the presidency by a wide margin
Prominent (adj) - very well known and important
He is a prominent writer
To ensure (v) - to make something certain to happen
The airline is taking steps to ensure safety on tis aircraft
Behind closed doors (idiom) - hidden or kept secret from the public, or without an audience or crowd watching
The deal was negotiated behind closed doors
Breakthrough (n) - an important event that helps to improve a situation or provide an answer to a problem
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82. Why is your English not improving?: Tips and advice on how to get better! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
2 juni 2021 · 26 min
Why is your English not improving? So many students tell me that they have been studying for years, and practicing in many different ways, but they cannot get better! Why? On this episode of Thinking in English, I will try to explain some of the major reasons why your English ability might be stuck, and offer some tips to start improving again! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/06/02/82-why-is-your-english-not-improving-tips-and-advice-on-how-to-get-better-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Regardless (adv) - despite; not being affected by somethingThis job is open to all, regardless of previous experience
in the same boat (idiom) - in the same difficult situation as someone else
None of us has any money, so we’re all in the same boat
Frozen (adj) - unable to move or change
The man stood so still it was like he was frozen
Consistent (adj) - always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way
There has been a consistent improvement in her attitude
Dedicated (adj) - used for only one particular purpose or job
The company buys clothes from dedicated factories in China
Reluctant (adj) - not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it
Many parents feel reluctant to talk openly with their children
Related (adj) - connected
English and German are closely related
Explanation (n) - the details or reasons that someone gives to make something clear or easy to understand
Could you give me a quick explanation of how it works?
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81. The End of Coffee!!: How can we save the world’s coffee industry? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
31 mei 2021 · 19 min
Coffee is in jeopardy. As the world’s temperatures increase and the climate changes, it is becoming more and more difficult to grow coffee. For farmers, cafes, and coffee drinkers this is terrible news. In this episode of Thinking in English, let’s talk about the issue and discuss a potential solution to the problem! Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
To afford (v) - to have enough money or time to buy, keep, or do somethingI don’t know how he can afford a new car
Accustomed (adj) - familiar with something
I quickly became accustomed to the taste of beer
To brew (v) - if you brew tea or coffee, you add boiling water to it to make a hot drink, and if it brews, it gradually developed flavour in the container in which it was made
He brewed us some coffee
Barely (adv) - by the smallest amount
She was barely 15 when she won her first world championship
Enthusiast (n) - a person who is very interested in and involved with a particular subject or activity
He is a keep-fit enthusiast
Jeopardy (n) - in danger of being damaged or destroyed
The lives of thousands of birds are in jeopardy as a result of the oil spill
Elevation (n) - the height of a place above the level of the sea
The crop is not grown at high elevation
Yield (n) - an amount of something positive, such as food or profit, that is produced or supplied
Crop yields have risen steadily
To crossbreed (v) - to cause a plant or animal to breed with another plant or animal of a different type in order to produce a new type of plant or animal
Asian pears are a variety developed by crossbreeding pears and apples
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80. Why did Belarus “Hijack” a Plane? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
26 mei 2021 · 15 min
Earlier this week, the Eastern European country Belarus stopped a plane travelling from Greece to Lithuania. While on the ground they took and arrested two of the passengers. This episode of Thinking in English will look at what happened, why Belarus took this action, and what some of the potential consequences could be for the country! Lees meer
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Aboard (adv, preposition) - on or onto a ship, aircraft, bus or train
The flight attendant welcomed us aboard
To escort (v) - to go with a person or vehicle, especially to make certain that he, she, or it leaves or arrives safely
Security guards escorted the intruders from the building
To hijack (v) - to take control of an aircraft or other vehicle during a journey, especially using violence
Two men hijacked a jet travelling to Paris
Fraudulently (adv) - in a way that intends to deceive by doing something dishonest and illegal
Someone has been fraudulently using my name
Exile (n) - the condition of someone being sent or kept away from their own country, village, etc., especially for political reasons
The king went into exile because of the political situation in his country
Repression (n) - the use of force or violence to control a group of people
The political repression in this country is enforced by terror
Dissident (n) - a person who publicly disagrees with and criticizes their government
The government has been repressing political dissidents
To divert (v) - to cause something or someone to change direction
Our flight has to be diverted to Newark because of the storm
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79. What is the strangest language in the world? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
24 mei 2021 · 21 min
What is the strangest language in the world? Many linguists believe that all languages share certain universal rules and features. They believe that humans have innate or natural grammar that we are born with. However, there is a language from South America which is so strange and peculiar that it challenges this theory! Let’s discuss it in this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
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Linguist (n) - someone who studies the structure and development of languageHe is a well known linguist and expert on South American languages
Universal (adj) - existing everywhere or involving everyone
Love and relationships will always be a topic of universal interest
blank canvas (n) - someone, or something, without a fixed character and that can develop in different ways
A newborn baby is a blank canvas who can learn any language
Innate (adj) - an innate quality or ability is one that you were born with, not one you have learned
James has innate goodness
Grammatical (adj) - obeying the rules of grammar
It’s not grammatical to say ‘Me and my friends went to the cinema’
Isolate (n) - a person or thing that has been or become isolated
Social isolates often become careless of their own welfare
Finite (adj) - having a limit or end
The funds available for the health service are finite and we cannot afford to waste money
Abstract (adj) - existing as an idea, feeling, or quality, not as a material object
Truth and beauty are abstract concepts
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78. What is the Eurovision Song Contest? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
19 mei 2021 · 21 min
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to talk about one of the most popular events in Europe: the Eurovision Song Contest. With nearly 200 million people watching, and over 40 countries entering, it is a massive contest full of incredible (and sometimes bizarre) performances. Many of the listeners of this podcast are not European, so hopefully you will learn something about the continent's culture today! Lees meer
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Contestant (n) - someone who competes in a contestIn tonight’s quiz., our contestants have come from all over the country
Automatically (adv) - according to rules or schedules that are certain to be followed; and with no human control
You get a pay increase automatically after six months
Bizarre (adj) - very strange and unusual
I went to an incredibly bizarre party last night!
Ridiculous (adj) - stupid or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at
Do I look ridiculous in this hat?
Puppet (n) - a toy in the shape of a person or animal that you can move with strings or by putting your hand inside
We took the children to a puppet show
Accordion (n) - a box shaped musical instrument including a folded central part with a keyboard, played by pushing the two ends towards each other
My mum made me learn how to play accordion when I was a child
Biased (adj) - showing an unreasonable like or dislike for a person based on personal opinions
The newspaper gave a very biased report of the meeting
Ties (plural n) - the friendly feelings that people have for other people, or special connection with places
I no longer feel any ties with my home town
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77. How do you make people have more children? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
17 mei 2021 · 17 min
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to talk about declining populations! In many wealthy countries, fewer children are being born, which could have serious social and economic consequences in the future. So, how do you make people have more children? Lees meer
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To anticipate (v) - to imagine or expect something will happenWe don’t anticipate any trouble
To shrink (v) - to become smaller
Your sweater will shrink if you wash it at too high a temperature
fertility (n) - the quality of being able to produce young or have children
She was prescribed fertility drugs to help her have children
contraception (n) - any of the various methods intended to prevent a woman becoming pregnant
The clinic offers free contraception
Innovation (n) - a new idea or method, or the use of new ideas and methods
He is selling the latest innovation in computer technology
Affordable (adj) - not expensive
They sell very affordable clothes
Flexible (adj) - able to change or be changed easily according to the situation
My schedule is very flexible!
Immigration (n) - the act of someone coming to live in a different country
Immigration increased by 25% last year
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76. Conversational English vs Business English vs Academic English: What’s the difference? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
12 mei 2021 · 26 min
In this episode of thinking in English, I’m going to introduce you to conversational English, business English and academic English! It is incredibly important to understand the differences between each type of English, and hopefully after this episode you will be able to decide which type is for you! Lees meer
TRANSRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/05/12/76-conversational-english-vs-business-english-vs-academic-english-whats-the-difference-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Register (n) - the style of language, grammar, and words used for particular situationsPeople chatting at a party will usually be talking in an informal register
Proficiency (n) - the fact of having the skill and experience for doing something
The job ad said they wanted proficiency in at least two languages
Repetition (n) - the act of doing or saying something again
His books are full of repetition
frequency (n) - the number of times something happened within a particular period
Complaints about the frequency of buses rose in the last year
To encounter (v) - to experience something, especially something unpleasant
When did you first encounter these difficulties?
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His personality has several dimensions
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75. What is a Covid-19 Variant? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
10 mei 2021 · 20 min
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to talk about Covid variants. What is a variant? Why are there so many variants right now? Are these more dangerous? Do the treatments still work? Let's discuss these questions in this episode! Lees meer
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To contract (v) - to catch or become ill with a diseaseHe contracted malaria while he was travelling
To acquire (v) - to get or buy something
He acquired that company in 2008
Variant (n) - something that is slightly different from other similar things
There are four variants of malaria, all transmitted to humans by mosquitoes
To mutate (v) - to develop new physical characteristics because of a permanent change in genes. These changes can happen naturally or can be produced by the use of chemicals or radiation
These bacteria have mutated into forms that are resistant to drugs
Mutation (n) - A permanent change in a living thing (like in an animal, plant, or bacteria)
These plants carry the mutation for red flowers
Immunity (n) - a situation in which you are protected against disease
The vaccination gives you immunity against the disease for up to six months
Transmissible (adj) - (of diseases) able to passed from one person or animal to another
To start a pandemic, the virus will have to be highly transmissible between humans
Booster (n) - a drug or vaccine given to increase the effect of a previous vaccine and it helps to continue to protect a person from illness
He has his polio booster last week
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74. Is Taiwan the Most Dangerous Place in the World? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
6 mei 2021 · 25 min
Where is the most dangerous place in the world? According to the Economist, the answer might be Taiwan. This probably comes as a shock for anyone who has been to Taiwan, lived in Taiwan, or is Taiwanese! Is Taiwan really the most dangerous place in the world? Let’s discuss it on this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/05/05/74-is-taiwan-the-most-dangerous-place-in-the-world-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Disclaimer (n) - a formal statement saying that you are not legally responsible for something, such as the information given in a book, or on the internet, or that you have no direct involvement in it
The disclaimer reminded viewers that the movie is a drama, not a documentary
Biased (adj) - showing an unreasonable like or dislike for a person based on personal opinions
The newspapers gave a very biased report of the meeting
To claim (v) - to ask for something of value because you think it belongs to you or because you think you have a right to it
The police said that if no one claims the watch, you can keep it
Catastrophe (n) - a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction
They were warned of the environmental catastrophe to come
Resolve (n) - strong determination
They are testing her resolve
To bristle with (phrasal v) - to have a large amount of something, or to be full of something
The helicopter hovered above them bristling with machine guns
Superiority (n) - the fact that one person or thing is better, stronger, etc. than another
The Australian team soon demonstrated their superiority over the opposition
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73. The Weird Language of English Newspapers! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
4 mei 2021 · 23 min
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to introduce you all to the weird language of English newspapers. Newspapers are full of words, vocabulary, grammar, and types of sentences that we normally don’t use in everyday life. And for this reason, it can be difficult for English learners to understand journalism. Hopefully, by the end of this episode, you will have a clearer understanding of Journalese!! Lees meer
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Tabloid (n) - a type of popular newspaper with small pages that has many pictures and short, simple reports
In the UK, the Sun is the most popular tabloid
Confrontation (n) - a fight or argument
There were violent confrontations between police and demonstrators
intransitive verb (n) - a verb which does not have or need an object
In the sentence “I tried to persuade him, but he wouldn’t come”, “come” is an intransitive verb
Intentionally (adv) - with a plan or purpose
The company was accused of intentionally dumping garbage into the river
Ambiguous (adj) - having or expressing more than one possible meaning, sometimes, intentionally
His reply to my question was somewhat ambiguous
To convince (v) - to persuade someone or make someone certain
I hope this will convince you to change your mind
Abbreviate (v) - to shorten a word or words, or to make something shorter
We had to abbreviate the names of the states
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72. How Much Money is Housework Worth? (English Vocabulary List)
28 april 2021 · 14 min
How much money is housework worth? A recent court case in China gave a housewife compensation for doing all of her family's housework, while her husband did not help at all. Millions of hours of unpaid work are done every year. Let’s discuss this further on this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/04/28/72-how-much-money-is-housework-worth-english-vocabulary-list/
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Invisible (adj) - impossible to see
These bacteria are invisible unless viewed with a microscope
Undeniable (adj) - certainly true
She is a woman of undeniable brilliance
Contribution (n) - something that you contribute or do to help produce or achieve something together with other people, or to help make something successful
This invention made a major contribution to road safety
Paternity leave (n) - a period of time that a father is legally allowed to be away from his job so that he can spend time with his new baby
Many fathers decide not to take paternity leave
Asset (n) - something valuable belonging to a person or organization that can be used for the payment of debts
A company's assets can consist of cash, investments, specialist knowledge, or copyright material
To compensate (v) - to pay someone money in exchange for something that has been lost or damaged or for some problem
Victims of the crash will be compensated for their injuries
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71. Is the Internet Making People Stupid? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
27 april 2021 · 25 min
Is the internet making people stupid? Is it making us less intelligent? Certainly the internet is changing the way we think, the way we learn, and the way we read. But is this necessarily a bad thing? In this episode of Thinking in English we’ll try to shed some light on these questions! Lees meer
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Paradox (n) - a situation or statement that seems impossible or is difficult to understand because it contain two opposite facts or characteristics
It is a paradox that drinking a lot of coffee when you are thirsty can often make you feel even more thirsty
Interruption (n) - an occasion when someone or something stops something from happening for a short period
I worked all morning without interruption
To reprogram (v) - to program (a computer or something similar) again or differently
The computers were reprogrammed to correct the error
Critical (adj) - giving opinions or judgments
He has written a long critical piece evaluating the exhibition.
Comprehension (n) - the ability to understand completely and be familiar with a situation, fact, etc
He has no comprehension of the problem
Nutrition (n) - the substances that you take into your body as food and the way that they influence your health
Good nutrition is essential if patients are to make a quick recovery
Barbarism (n) - unpleasant behaviour
He witnesses some appalling acts of barbarism during the war
Protracted (adj) - lasting for a long time or made to last longer than necessary
We had a protracted discussion last night
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70. Should Museums Return Historical Artefacts? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
21 april 2021 · 25 min
Museums around the world have historical artefacts in their collections with controversial histories. Many of their exhibits were taken or stolen from places around the world. And now, the original owners want their history back! In this episode of Thinking in English we’ll explore the question “Should these museums return those artefacts?” Lees meer
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Exhibit (n) - an object that is shown to the public in a museumThe museum has an amazing collection of exhibits
Artefact (n) - an object that is made by person and is of historical interest
The museum’s collection includes artefacts dating back to prehistoric times
Colonialism (n) - control by one country over another and its economy
It took years for the country to end colonialism and achieve independence
To benefit (v) - to be helped by something
I feel that i have benefited from her advice
To demolish (v) - to completely destroy a building, especially in order to use the land for something else
A number of houses were demolished so that the supermarkets could be built
To reclaim (v) - to take back something that was yours
I reclaimed my suitcase from the lost luggage office
To confiscate (v) - to take a possession away from someone when you have the right to do so, usually as a punishment and often for a limited period, after which it is returned to the owner
The teacher confiscated my phone
To proclaim (v) - to announce something publicly or officially, especially something positive
She was proclaimed Queen at the age of 13
Encyclopaedic (adj) - containing a lot of information
Her knowledge of France is encyclopedic
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69. The European Super League: Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
19 april 2021 · 21 min
Twelve of the biggest European football clubs have announced their intention to form their own competition, known as the Super League. This has become a major news story, and has been criticized by fans, players, football club owners, and politicians across Europe. So, in this episode of Thinking in English I will explain what a Super League is, why clubs want to join it, and why it is such a controversial topic! Lees meer
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Fixture (n) - a day and time agreed for a sports eventNext season’s fixtures will be published early next month
To establish (v) - to start a company or organization that will continue for a long time
The brewery was established in 1822
Unanimously (adv) - in a way that is agreed or supported by everyone in a group
All four proposals were unanimously approved
To qualify (v) - to succeed in getting into a competition
Nigeria was the first team to qualify for the world cup
Founding (adj) - involved in establishing or originating an institution or organization
There are three founding members of our company
Domestic (adj) - relating to a person’s own country
Domestic opinion has turned against the war
Broadcasting (n) - the activity or business of sending out programmes on television or radio
Huge amounts of money are spent on sports broadcasting
Theoretically (adv) - used to say what is possible, although it may not actually happen
It is theoretically possible
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68. Ramadan 2021: An Introduction to Islam’s Holy Month! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 april 2021 · 21 min
On April 12th the Muslim holy month of Ramadan began. Millions of Muslims around the world are now fasting, observing the religious holiday, and celebrating with friends and family. In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to answer some of the most common questions people have about Ramadan, and introduce you to some religious vocabulary! Lees meer
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To observe (v) - to obey a law, rule, or customPeople must observe the law
To fast (v) - to eat no food for a period of time
One day a week he fasts for health reasons
practicing (adj) - actively involved in a religion
He is a practicing Christian, and goes to church every week
Holy (adj) - related to a religion or a god
The Quran is the holy book of Islam
Sacred (adj) - considered to be holy and deserving respect, especially because of a connection with a god
This area is sacred to Buddhists
Pilgrimage (n) - a special journey made by a pilgrim
Muslims try to go on a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their life
Dawn (n) - the period in the day when light from the sun begins to appear in the sky
I wake up before dawn every morning
Crescent (n) - a curved shape, like the moon when it is less that half of a circle
The moon was a brightly shining crescent
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67. Who was Prince Philip? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 april 2021 · 21 min
Last week, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and husband of Queen Elizabeth II, passed away. His death has dominated news reporting in the UK and abroad. Prince Philip was an influential and well known international figure for over 70 years, carrying out thousands of meetings and engagements for the British royal family and his own personal passions. In this special episode of Thinking in English, lets answer the question “Who was Prince Philip?" Lees meer
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Outpouring (n) - an expression of strong feeling that is difficult to control
His death at the age of 35 has caused an outpouring of grief
Condolence (n) - sympathy and sadness for the family or close friends of a person who has recently died, or an expression of this, especially in written form
World leaders from all over the globe offered their condolences
To banish (v) - to send someone away, especially from their country, and not allow them to come back
He was banished to an uninhabited island for a year
Prestigious (adj) - very much respected and admired, usually because of being important
He studied at a prestigious university
Gratitude (n) - a strong feeling of appreciation to someone or something for what the person has done to help you
She sent them a present to show her gratitude
Amoeba (n) - a very small, simple living creature consisting of only one cell
All life started as amoebas
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66. What is Wrong with Israel’s Politics? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
7 april 2021 · 21 min
What is wrong with Israel’s politics? In the last two years, they have had four different elections. Each time no leader has been able to form a government, and no political parties have been willing to work together. Despite an election being held only a few weeks ago in March, it is already a possibility that a new election will need to be held in the summer. Let’s discuss some of the problems in Israeli politics, as well as practice using advanced political vocabulary! Lees meer
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Informed (adj) - having a lot of knowledge or information about somethingI will keep you informed about my decision
Coalition (n) - the joining together of different political parties or groups for a particular purpose, usually for a limited time, or a government that is formed in this way
By forming a coalition, the rebels and the oppositions parties defeated the government
Short-lived (adj) - lasting only for a brief time
I had a few relationships at college, most of which were fairly short-lived
To convert (v) - to cause something to change in form or character
Could we convert the bedroom to an office
Threshold (n) - the level or point at which something starts to happen
He earns £200 a month, which is way below the threshold for paying tax
To fall out (phrasal v) - to argue with someone and stop being friendly with them
He left home after falling out with his parents
Allegation (n) - a statement, made without giving proof, that someone has done something wrong or illegal
The allegations of corruption were not true
Autocratic (adj) - demanding that people obey completely, without asking or caring about anyone else's opinions
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65. What is the Milk Tea Alliance? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
5 april 2021 · 15 min
In this episode of Thinking in English we will discuss the Milk Tea Alliance. Protestors and pro-democracy activists in South East Asia have begun to connect with each other online using the hashtag Milk Tea Alliance. What is this alliance, how did it start, and what does it involve? And why does it use the name “milk tea?” Hopefully by the end of this episode you will be able to answer some, or all, of these questions! Lees meer
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Viral (adj) - spreading or becoming popular very quickly on the internet
He seems different since he went viral on Tik Tok
Alliance (n) - a group of people or countries who have agreed to work together because of shared interests or aims
In the USA, religious groups and conservative political parties have formed an alliance
Prominent (adj) - very well known and important
He is a prominent member of the royal family
To advocate (v) - to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something
The organisation advocates for human rights
Neat (adj) - a drink without anything added to it
She likes her whisky neat, with no ice or water
To distinguish (v) - to notice or understand the different between two things, or to make one person or thing seem different from another
I’m colour blind and can’t distinguish between red and green easily
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64. Daylight Savings Time!: Why do we change our time in the summer? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
1 april 2021 · 20 min
On the final Sunday of March, the UK and many other European countries adjust their time forward by one hour. This is known as Daylight Savings Time, or Summer time, and is designed to give people more hours of sunlight during the summer months. In this episode of Thinking in English we will look at the history and rationale for DST, before discussing whether or not we really need it in 2021! Lees meer
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To skip (v) - to leave one thing or place, especially quickly, in order to go to another
This part of the book isn’t very interesting, so I’m going to skip it
To switch (v) - to change suddenly or completely, especially from one thing to another, or to exchange by replacing one person or thing with another
She started studying English, but switched to History in her second year
Equator (n) - an imaginary line drawn around the middle of the earth unequal distance from the North Pole and the South pole
Indonesia lies on the equator
Industrialised (adj) - Used to describe a country, economy, area, etc. that has many businesses and factories involved in producing goods
Even in the industrialised world illiteracy is a problem
Agricultural (adj) - used for farming or relating to farming
The country’s economy is mainly agricultural
Consistent (adj) - always behaving or happening in a similar way
Her work is sometimes good, but the problem is she’s not consistent
To adjust (v) - to change something slightly, especially to make it more correct, effective or suitable
If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you
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63. North Korean Missile Tests: Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
29 maart 2021 · 19 min
North Korea has recently restarted missile tests, worrying neighbouring countries and international organisations. Why have they decided to do this now? This episode will look at a few different explanations for North Korea’s missile tests, as well as discussing the country's weapons programme in general! Lees meer
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Tumultuous (adj) - full of confusion, change, or uncertainty
After the tumultuous events of 1990, Europe was completely changed
Totalitarian (adj) - being a political system in which those in power have complete control and do not allow people freedom to oppose them
North Korea may be a totalitarian regime
To violate (v) - to break or act against something, especially a law, agreement, principle, or something that should be treated with respect
They were charged with violating federal law
Provocative (adj) - causing an angry reaction, usually intentionally
In a deliberately provocative speech, she criticized the whole system of government
To unveil (v) - to make something secret known
The president’s new policy was unveiled at the press conference
To prohibit (v) - to officially refuse to allow something
Motor vehicles are prohibited from driving in the town centre
Escalating (adj) - increasing in price, amount, rate, etc.
The price of oil is escalating
Stalemate (n) - a situation in which neither group involved in an argument can win or get an advantage and no action can be taken
Despite long discussions, the workers and the management remain locked in stalemate
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62. Octopuses vs Octopi vs Octopodes: The Strange World of English Plurals
24 maart 2021 · 19 min
The plural of bird is birds, the plural of dog is dogs, but what is the plural of octopus? Is it octopuses, octopi, or octopodes? In this episode, we’ll discuss why no one seems to know the answer to this question, and look at the strange and confusing world of English plurals! Lees meer
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61. What is the Happiest Country in the World?: 2021 World Happiness Report (English Vocabulary Lesson)
22 maart 2021 · 19 min
Where is the happiest country in the world? How can we measure happiness? Is happiness a good way to compare countries? Has the ongoing pandemic affected people's happiness all over the world? These questions might seem a little complicated to answer, but fortunately for us the World Happiness Report 2021 was released last week! In this episode we’ll talk about the results of their rankings and discuss their findings on global happiness! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/22/61-what-is-the-happiest-country-in-the-world-2021-world-happiness-report-english-vocabulary-lesson/
https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2021/
Democracy Rankings - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/08/57-is-democracy-dying-freedom-house-2021-report-english-vocabulary-lesson/
Most Languages? - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/13/42-which-country-has-the-most-languages-english-vocabulary-lesson/
What is the most expensive city? - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/06/40-what-is-the-most-expensive-city-in-the-world-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Corruption (n) - illegal, bad, or dishonest behaviour, especially by people in positions of power
Political corruption is widespread throughout that country
Obsessed (adj) - unable to stop thinking about something; too interest in or worried about something
Why are people so obsessed with money?
Evaluation (n) - A judgment or calculation of the quality, importance, amount, or value of something
Student evaluations of the class will be collected next week
Mutual (adj) - (of two or more people or groups) feeling the same emotion, or doing the same thing to or for each other
Their partnerships was based on mutual trust, respect, and understanding
Stringent (adj) - having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting
We need to introduce more stringent security measures…
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60. St Patrick’s Day: Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
18 maart 2021 · 22 min
In this episode, I want to talk about St Patrick’s day! St Patrick’s day is an incredibly popular celebration of Ireland and Irish culture with events taking place around the world. However, the history of this holiday is incredibly surprising. Let’s learn about the life of St Patrick, the history of the festival, and some of the myths surrounding the events!! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/17/60-st-patricks-day-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/
Similar Episodes!
What is Halloween? - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/10/30/14-what-is-halloween/
Bonfire Night! - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/06/bonfire-night-a-unique-british-festival-with-an-explosive-history/
Christmas! - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/23/36-christmas-special-christmas-idioms-phrases-and-sayings-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Enthralling (adj) - keeping someone’s interest and attention completely
I found your book absolutely enthralling!
Festivities (plural n) - the parties, meals, and other social activities with which people celebrate a special occasion
If you’re in Europe during winter, you should join in with the Christmas festivities!
Advocate (n) - someone who publicly supports something
He’s a strong advocate of human rights
To inhabit (v) - to live in a place
These remote islands are inhabited only by birds
To convert (v) - to change to a new religion, belief, opinion, etc., or to make someone do this
He converted to Catholicism when he got married
Mythology (n) - a popular belief that is probably not true
There is a lot of mythology surrounding the origin of that country
To banish (v) - to send someone away, especially from their country, and not allow them to come back
He was banished to an uninhabited island for a y…
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59. 5 Books Recommendations to Improve Your English!
15 maart 2021 · 19 min
Reading is an incredibly important skill to learn and improve for all language students. You can build your vocabulary and grammar knowledge, discover new facts about different cultures and history, and enjoy yourself at the same time! It can be scary and frustrating when trying to choose your first English book, so in this episode I’m going to give you 5 classic novel recommendations that are all available as graded readers designed for English learners! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/15/59-5-books-recommendations-to-improve-your-english/
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Vocabulary List
To underestimate (v) - to fail to guess or understand the real cost, size, difficulty, etc. of something
They’ve seriously underestimated the cost of the building project
Rewarding (adj) - giving a reward, especially by making you feel satisfied that you have done something important or useful, or done something well
Teaching is a really rewarding career
Accomplishment (n) - something that is successful, or that is achieved after a lot of work or effort
There’s a feeling of accomplishment from having a job and all that goes with…
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58. The Future of Nuclear Power: 10 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake
10 maart 2021 · 23 min
It has been 10 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake struck the Asian country, causing a massive and destructive tsunami. On this episode of Thinking in English, I want to talk about the events of March 11th 2011, and look at the Fukushima nuclear disaster in more detail. Finally, I will discuss the future of nuclear power, as well as its pros and cons! Lees meer
Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/10/58-the-future-of-nuclear-power-10-years-after-the-great-east-japan-earthquake/
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Vocabulary List
To trigger (v) - to cause something to start
Some people find that certain foods trigger their headaches
To breach (v) - to make an opening in a wall or fence, especially in order to attack someone or something behind it
Their defences were easily breached
Reactor (n) - a large machine in which atoms are either divided or joined in order to produce power
How many nuclear reactors does your country have?
Epicenter (n) - the point on the earth’s surface directly above an earthquake or atomic explosion
Those islands are close to epicenter of the earthquake
To expose (v) - to put someone at risk from something harmful or unpleasant
It is feared that people living near the power station may have been exposed to radiation
To evacuate (v) - to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe
The police evacuated the village shortly before the explosion
Radioactive (adj) - having or producing the energy that comes from the breaking up of atoms
Uranium is a radioactive material
Footprint (n) - a measurement of the size, effect, etc. of something
We took the decision to invest in new countries and grow our global footprint
To pose (v) - to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty
Nuclear weapons pose a threat to everyone
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57. Is Democracy Dying?: Freedom House 2021 Report (English Vocabulary Lesson)
8 maart 2021 · 27 min
Is democracy dying? According to a recently released report, the answer might be ‘yes.’ Freedom House’s democracy rankings for 2020 were released last week, and the findings were shocking! In this episode we’ll talk about their conclusions, how Freedom House is able to assess democracy, and discuss why democracy might be struggling! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/08/57-is-democracy-dying-freedom-house-2021-report-english-vocabulary-lesson/
2021 Freedom in the World Report - https://freedomhouse.org/report/freedom-world/2021/democracy-under-siege
What is Democracy? - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/08/18-what-is-democracy-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
To collapse (v) - to suddenly fail, be unable to continue or work correctly
The Soviet Union collapsed in the early 1990s
Unprecedented (adj) - never having happened or existed in the past
Unemployment has reached an unprecedented level
Reliable (adj) - someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed because he, she or it works or behaves well in the way expected
Is your watch reliable? Or is it a little slow?
Unstable (adj) - not solid and firm and therefore not strong, safe, or likely to last
That chair looks really unstable!
Deterioration (n) - the fact or process of becoming worse
We’ve seen a deterioration in relations between the countries
Secretive (adj) - people or organisation who are secretive hide their feelings, thoughts, intentions and actions from other people
He’s being very secretive about his new girlfriend
Surveillance (n) - the careful watching of a person or place, especially by the police or army, because of a crime that has happened or is expected to happen
More banks are now installing surveillance cameras
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56. The Minimum Wage Debate: Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
3 maart 2021 · 21 min
What is the lowest wage a company should be able to pay someone? This is not an easy question to answer. Higher wages might help workers but hurt companies, while low wages will hurt those workers but help the businesses. Should we have a minimum wage, and if so, what should that minimum wage be? This episode of Thinking in English will look at the history of minimum wages, and then investigate a few arguments for and against higher minimum wages! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/03/56-the-minimum-wage-debate-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/
Most Expensive Cities Episode -- http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/06/40-what-is-the-most-expensive-city-in-the-world-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Legally (adv) - as stated by the law
Children under 16 are not legally allowed to buy cigarettes in the UK
Poverty (n) - the condition of being extremely poor
Two million people in that city live in poverty
Entitle (v) - to give someone the right to do or have something
Being unemployed entitles you to government support
To spur (v) - to encourage an activity or development or make it happen faster
A huge new factory spurred economic growth in the entire region
Necessity (n) - something that you need, especially in order to live
Eating is a biological necessity
Devastating (adj) - causing a lot of damage or destruction
The missile strike was devastating - the target was totally destroyed
Market (n) - the business or activity of buying and selling a particular product or service
Many companies are waiting to enter the Chinese market!
To exploit (v) - to use someone or something unfairly for your own advantage
Laws exist to stop companies exploiting their employees
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55. British English vs American English: Which is Better??
1 maart 2021 · 25 min
British English or American English: which one is better? I’ve been asked this question hundreds of times. It can be confusing and frustrating for language learners when the vocabulary they have spent years learning is different to that of their British or American friends’. So on this episode, I want to introduce a few of the key differences between the two dialects, explain why there are some variations, and finally offer a little advice on which you should focus on! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/01/55-british-english-vs-american-english-which-is-better/
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Vocabulary List
To frustrate (v) - to make someone feel annoyed or less confident because that cannot achieve what they want
It frustrates me that I’m not able to put any of my ideas into practice
Dialect (n) - a form of language that people speak in a particular part of a country, containing some different words and grammar
The poem is written in a southern dialect
Variation (n) - something that is slightly different from the usual form or arrangement
Her movies are all variations on the same theme
Distinction (n) - a difference between two similar things
There’s a clear distinction between the dialects spoken in the two regions
Noticeable (adj) - easy to see or recognise
There has been a noticeable improvement in Tim’s cooking
Straightforward (adj) - easy to understand or simple
This recipe is so straightforward - you just mix all the ingredients together
To occur (v) - to happen
The incident occurred shortly after the plane took off
Fashionable (adj) - popular at a particular time
Celebrities are always eating at that fashionable restaurant
Responsible (adj) - to be the person who caused something to happen, especially something bad
Last month’s bad weather was respon…
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54. How to Have Better Conversations? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
24 februari 2021 · 21 min
On today’s episode I want to talk about conversations and how to have better ones! English learners often really want to start having conversations in English, but at the same time can be nervous and anxious. Don’t worry though! If you follow the tips in this episode you will be having conversations like a professional in no time! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/24/54-how-to-have-better-conversations-english-vocabulary-lesson/
Related Episodes!
George Orwell's tips for writing! (http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/01/47-how-to-improve-your-written-english-according-to-the-great-writer-george-orwell/)How to improve your writing skills! (http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/21/35-how-to-improve-your-writing-skills/)
How to ask excellent question! (http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/14/how-to-ask-excellent-questions-english-vocabulary-lesson/)
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Vocabulary List
Light-hearted (adj) - happy and not serious
We had a fairly light-hearted discussion
Anxiety (n) - an uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something that is happening or might happen in the future
Children normally feel a lot of anxiety about their first day at school
Awkward (adj) - embarrassed or nervous
He seemed a little awkward when i first met him
Favour (n) - a kind action that you do for someone
Could you do me a favour - would you feed my cat this weekend?
Uncomfortable (adj) - not feeling comfortable and pleasant, or not making you feel comfortable and pleasant
The boy looked uncomfortable and out of place among the adults
Interaction (n) - an occasion when two or more people or thing communicate with each other
Language games are usually intended to encourage student interaction
Curious (adj) - interested in learning about people or things ar…
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53. Why has Facebook banned news in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
22 februari 2021 · 18 min
Australian Facebook users realised last week that they could no longer read, access, or share news articles on the social media platform. Facebook, the world’s largest social media site, has banned news in Australia. This episode will look at why this happened, and what some of the consequences could be! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/22/53-why-has-facebook-banned-news-in-australia-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
To rival (v) - to be as good, clever, beautiful, etc. as someone or something elseAt the moment, no one can rival China as the world's biggest luxury goods market!
Drastic (adj) - (especially for actions) severe and sudden or having very noticeable effects
Many employees have had to take drastic cuts in pay
Consequence (n) - a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient
Failure to do proper safety checks may have serious consequences.
Publisher (n) - a person or company that produces and sells books, magazines, newspapers, software, etc.
He is both the publisher and editor of the local newspaper
To host (v) - to provide the computer equipment, technology and software for a website or advertisement to be available on the internet
The Thinking in English blog is hosted by WordPress
Determined (adj) - wanting to do something very much and not allowing anyone or any difficulties to stop you
She will get the job she wants - she’s a very determined person
Inquiry (n) - an official process to discover the facts about something bad that has happened
Citizens have demanded a full inquiry into the government’s handling of the epidemic
Unintended (adj) - not intended
The group argues that many of the proposed reforms will have unintended consequences
To generate (v) - to cause…
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52. The Missions to Mars: Why are the USA, China and UAE all heading to the red planet? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
17 februari 2021 · 15 min
Missions from China, the UAE, and the USA have all arrived on, or near to, Mars. This is the first time three different countries have sent missions to the planet at the same time. Why? This episode will look at the reasons behind each of the three current missions, investigate why we want to travel there at all, and what the future holds for Mars and humanity! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/17/52-the-missions-to-mars-why-are-the-usa-china-and-uae-all-heading-to-the-red-planet-english-vocabulary-lesson/
Venus Episode - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/10/08/life-on-venus/
China and the Moon - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/03/china-lands-on-the-moon-are-we-on-the-verge-of-a-new-space-race-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Humanity (n) - people in generalIn the war they committed many crimes against humanity!
To glimmer (v) - to shine with a weak light
The lights of the village were glimmering in the distance
To orbit (v) - to follow a curved path around a planet or star
On this mission the shuttle will orbit the Earth at a height of several hundred kilometers
Mission (n) - a group of people or objects sent somewhere to investigate or achieve a goal
This is their third mission to the Moon!
Exploration (n) - the act of traveling to a place or searching a place in order to learn about it
Space exploration is one of the main goals of his government!
Atmosphere (n) - a mixture of gases that surrounds any planet
We are searching for a planet with a breathable atmosphere
To replicate (v) - to make or do something again in exactly the same way
Researchers have tried many times to replicate the original experiment
Colony (n) - a country or area controlled politically by a more powerful country that is often far awa…
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51. What is Clubhouse?: The social media app taking the world by storm! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
15 februari 2021 · 14 min
In this episode of Thinking in English I want to talk about Clubhouse. Clubhouse is a social media application that has become incredibly popular over the last few weeks. Entrepreneurs, investors, and creative people are using the site to host discussion and conversations for thousands of listeners. However, it is an exclusive platform and all users need to be invited before they can join. What is Clubhouse? Why is it so popular at this moment? What does the future hold for the application? Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/15/51-what-is-clubhouse-the-social-media-app-taking-the-world-by-storm-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
To take (something) by storm (phrase) - to be very successful in a particular place or among a particular group of peopleJazz took London and Paris by storm in the 1920s
Exclusive (adj) - limited to only one person, a few people or a group of people
This room is for the exclusive use of guests
Moderator (n) - someone who makes certain that a formal discussion happens without problems and follows the rules
He was the moderator for the presidential debate!
To gossip (v) - to talk about other people’s private lives
Stop gossiping and do your work
Entrepreneur (n) - someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity
He is a talented entrepreneur who has started over one hundred businesses!
Nuanced (adj) - a quality of something that is not easy to notice but may be important
The actor gives a beautifully nuanced performance in a tricky role
Dialogue (n) - a serious exchange of opinion, especially among people or groups that disagree
We have held a number of meetings, and the dialogue is ongoing
Capacity (n) - the total amount that can be contained or produced
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50. The History of Smallpox: How did we eradicate the disease and what can it teach us? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
10 februari 2021 · 15 min
Coronavirus is not the first disease to kill millions of people and impact our lives. Throughout history, smallpox destroyed countless lives and devastated entire communities. It was incredibly infectious and incredibly deadly. However, smallpox is also the only disease to ever be completely eradicated by humans. This episode will look at the history of that deadly disease, investigate how we got rid of the virus, and consider the lessons we can take from the time! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/10/50-the-history-of-smallpox-how-did-we-eradicate-the-disease-and-what-can-it-teach-us-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
To infect (v) - to pass a disease to another person
The hospital is full of people infected with coronavirus
Precaution (n) - an action that is done to prevent something unpleasant or dangerous happening
They failed to take the necessary precautions to avoid infection
Infectious (adj) - an infectious disease is able to be passed from one person, animal, or plant to another; an infectious person is someone able to pass a disease
After the 21-day isolation period, survivors are no longer infectious
To devastate (v) - to destroy a place or thing completely or cause great damage
The town was devastated by a hurricane in 1928
To eradicate (v) - to get rid of something completely or destroy something bad
Hopefully we will eradicate coronavirus soon!
To contract (v) - to catch or become ill with a disease
He contracted a rare illness while he was travelling
Immunity (n) - a situation in which you are protected against disease
The vaccination gives you immunity against the disease for up to six months
Bulletproof (adj) - cannot be corrected, altered, or modified
The lawyer made a bulletproof argument in front of …
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49. Should Bottled Water be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
8 februari 2021 · 19 min
We drink millions of bottles of water every year. However, in some countries, including mine the UK, our tap water is perfectly safe! We don’t really need to buy bottled water! There are environmental, financial, and health costs connected to bottled water. Should bottled water be banned? Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/08/49-should-bottled-water-be-banned-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Optician (n) - Someone whose job is examining people’s eyes and selling glasses or contact lenses to correct sight problems
The optician recommended I choose a different pair of glasses!
Beverage (n) - a drink of any type
Hot beverages include tea, coffee, and hot chocolate
Roughly (adv) - approximately or about
We have roughly similar tastes!
Source (n) - the place something comes from or starts at, or the cause of something
Experts are trying to track down the source of the contamination in the water supply
Stringently (adv) - in a way that is strict, severe, or limiting
Fire regulations are stringently enforced in all our factories
Defect (n) - a physical condition in which something is wrong with a part of someone’s body
The drug has been shown to cause birth defects
Consumption (n) - the act of using, eating, or drinking something:
This programme is designed to increase the consumption of vegetables by children!
Carbonated (adj) - a carbonated drink is fizzy because it contains bubbles of carbon dioxide
Although I love carbonated sodas, I really dislike carbonated water!
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48. Myanmar Military Coup: What is happening and why? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
3 februari 2021 · 19 min
On February 1st, the military of Myanmar staged a coup and took control of the country. They arrested elected leaders including the famous Aung San Suu Kyi, and there are worries they will damage Myanmar’s democracy! In this episode we’ll look at what happened, why it happened, and what will happen in the future! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT: https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/03/48-myanmar-military-coup-what-is-happening-and-why-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Independence (n) - freedom from being governed or ruled by another country
Mexico gained its independence from Spain in 1821
Coup (n) - (or a coup d’etat) a sudden illegal, often violent, taking of government power, especially by part of an army
The military took control in a coup!
To restore (v) - to return something or someone to an earlier good condition or position
After a week in bed, she was fully restored to health
Allegation (n) - a statement, made without giving proof, that someone has done something wrong or illegal
Allegations the president was receiving money from criminals have caused a scandal
To file (v) - to officially record something, especially in a law court
The police filed charges against the two suspects
Fraudulent (adj) - dishonest and illegal; or intended to deceive
The company was fined for fraudulent advertising
To threaten (v) - to tell someone that you will hurt or harm him or her, esp. if the person does not do something in particular
They threatened to drop him from the team if he didn’t come to practice
Straightforward (adj) - easy to understand or simple
Just follow the signs to London - it’s very straightforward!
Sanction (n) - an official order, such as the stopping of trade, that is taken against a country in order to make it obey international law
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47. How to Improve Your Written English (According to the Great Writer George Orwell!)
1 februari 2021 · 21 min
George Orwell is one of the most famous and talented writers of the last hundred years. Fortunately for us, Orwell left a list of rules for writers to follow and questions to consider which will help you to improve your written English. Writing is an essential skill, and something we can always improve! Hopefully you will find Orwell’s tips and tricks useful! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/02/01/47-how-to-improve-your-written-english-according-to-the-great-writer-george-orwell/
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VOCABULARY LIST
To convey (v) - to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other peopleI tried to convey in my speech how grateful i am for everyone’s help
Passionate (adj) - having very strong feelings or emotions
Joe is passionate about baseball
Imitation (n) - when someone or something imitates another person or thing
Ten-years-olds have started wearing lipstick and make-up in imitation of the older girls
Worn out (adj) - Something that is worn out can no longer be used because it is so old or because it has been damaged by continued use
My jeans are almost worn out because I’ve worn them so much
To emphasise (v) - to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to
I’d like to emphasize how important it is for people to learn foreign languages
Jargon (n) - special words and phrases that are used by particular groups of people, especially in their work
Business people use jargon all the time
Abbreviation (n) - a short form of a word or phrase
“BBC” is the abbreviation for “British Broadcasting Corporation”
Compulsory (adj) - If something is compulsory, you must do it because of a rule or law
Swimming was compulsory at my school
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46. World’s Oldest Cave Paintings Discovered in Indonesia!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
27 januari 2021 · 15 min
Archaeologists recently discovered the world’s oldest cave paintings of animals, in an isolated cave in Indonesia. This has challenged the way scientists think about our history, and provided evidence for people in Asia tens of thousands of years ago! Let’s learn about this topic, while studying English vocabulary! Lees meer
Transcript -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/27/46-worlds-oldest-cave-paintings-discovered-in-indonesia-english-vocabulary-lesson/#
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Vocabulary
Archaeologist (n) - someone who studies the buildings, graves, tools, and other objects of people who lived in the past
Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an Anglo-Saxon settlement
Remote (adj) - far away in distance; a long way from any towns or cities
They live in a remote mountain village, miles from the nearest shop
Characteristic (n) - a typical or noticeable quality of someone or something
A big nose is a characteristic in my family
Capacity (n) - someone’s ability to do a particular thing
She has a great capacity for hard work
To date (v) - to say how long something has existed or when it was made
Archaeologists have been unable to date these fossils
Artefact (n) - an object that is made by a person, such as a tool or decoration, especially one that is of historical interest
The museum’s collection includes artefacts dating back to prehistoric times
Reasonable (adj) - based on or using good judgement and therefore fair and practical
If you tell him what happened, I’m sure he’ll understand - he’s a reasonable man!
Sophisticated (adj) - intelligent or made in a complicated way and therefore able to do complicated tasks
I think a more sophisticated approach is needed to solve this problem
Pigment (n) - a substance that gives something a particular colour when it is added t…
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45. Eight More Business English Idioms!!
25 januari 2021 · 18 min
In this episode, I am going to introduce eight idioms that are commonly used in business situations. One of the major problems language learners face when working in a native English environment is recognising and comprehending idioms. Even if you are not interested in business, these idioms are used in many different situations and contexts! Whether you are studying, working, living, and or just enjoying English, these idioms will be perfect for you! Lees meer
TRANCRIPT: https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/25/45-eight-more-business-english-idioms/
Previous Episodes!
http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/29/incredibly-useful-english-idioms-ideal-for-business-english-ielts-study-abroad-and-more-english-vocabulary-lesson/
http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/11/19-eight-useful-business-english-idioms/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Frequently (adv) - often
The buses run less frequently on Sundays
To originate (v) - to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc
Although the game originated in the UK, it has become an international sport
Elaborate (adj) - containing a lot of careful detail or many detailed parts
They are making elaborate preparations for their wedding
Flaw (n) - a fault, mistake, or weakness, especially one that happens while something is being planned or made, or that causes something not to be perfect
This report is full of flaws
Dependent (adj) - needing the support of something or someone in order to continue existing or operating
It’s very easy to become dependent on sleeping pills
To concentrate (v) - to direct your attention or your efforts towards a particular activity, subject, or problem
Many wine producers have concentrated their efforts on producing higher quality wine
Bureaucracy (n) - a system for controlling or managing a country, …