PART 1 - 08/2024
PERSONAL PREFERENCES

FASHION

Jewelry

Vocab

Nouns

Gems, diamond, gold, silver, pearls..

Symbolize the richness/wealth & power

Sunglasses: watch

A pair of Earrings, necklaces, rings

Adjectives

Flashy (lòe loẹt), show off their richness (khoe mẽ)

elegant (đẹp duyên dáng, tinh tế)

Minimalist

Questions

Qs

Do you often wear jewelry?

Too expensive
=> I can't afford

What type of jewelry do you like?

Do you usually buy jewelry?

Why do you think some people wear a piece of jewelry for a long time?

Sunglasses

Qs

  1. Do you often wear sunglasses?
  1. Do you spend a lot of money on sunglasses?
  1. Do you give sunglasses as a gift?
  1. Why do you wear sunglasses?

VOCAB

Functions

Protect your eyes
=> From sun's rays & bright sunlight

Stylish & Fashionable items

Rarely use

only for beach vacation

Adj

Usefulness, practical = hands-on accessories

affordable & reasonable price

Vietnam

Tropical weather

sunny days & summer

FOOD

Cakes and other sweet things

Questions

Did you enjoy cakes and sweets when you were a child?

Have you ever made a cake yourself?

On what occasions do people in your culture eat special cakes or other sweet food?

Do you enjoy eating something sweet at the end of a meal?

VOCAB

Sweets

Adore
try different cakes and sweets

Special treats

Make a cake

hit and miss
EX: it was a hit and miss at first

Special occasions

Chung cake

Tet Holidays

Moon cake

Mid-autumn festivals

Symbolize

family gatherings

Luck & happiness

prosperity & unity & joy

Fixing things

Questions

Qs

Can you fix things?

Did anybody teach you to fix things when you were a child?

Do you think it is necessary for people to learn to fix things?

What do you do when a thing is broken and cannot be fixed?

VOCAB

Verbs

Fix = amend = repair = patch (*), nail, attach, stick, glue

Nouns

microwave, furniture, screws

Household items

Fix codes/computer issues

Broken => recycle => environmental conservation & unique products

Adj

Versatile, practical = hands-on

A cool skill

More independent, self-reliance

Save money => can be an expert/amateur

Morning & Evening Routine

Do you usually do the same things every morning?

habitual person

List out your own morning routine

Brush your teeth...

What you do in the weekends?

Do you think breakfast is important?

gives me the energy

balanced breakfast - proper nutrients

Did you have the same morning routine at an early age?

Do you want to change your daily routine in the future?

SENTENCES & VOCAB

The daily grind

make my day

A backbreaking week

WITH FRIENDS

Have a chin-wag about st

Catch up on gossip

Watch the latest blockbuster/play the latest games

Have a blast

Give my buddies a ring

TRAVEL

A short get-way from the hustle and bustle of the city life

ENTERTAINING

FILMS

PLAYING VIDEO GAMES

SINGING

CHOCOLATE

COLORS

COLLECTING THINGS

Perfume

Questions

  1. Do you use perfume?
  1. What kind of perfume do you like?
  1. Would you ever buy an expensive bottle of perfume?
  1. Have you received perfume as a gift?

Động từ đi với perfume

Reek of /riːk ɒv/: Nồng nặc
Ví dụ: The bathroom reeks of cheap perfume.

Spray /spreɪ/: Xịt
Ví dụ: Should I spray perfume directly on my body?

Dab on /dæb ɒn/: Xức, thoa
Ví dụ: My ex-girlfriend used to dab perfume on her wrist.

Put on /pʊt ɒn/: Sử dụng, dùng, xài, xức
Ví dụ: There are some useful tips on how to put on perfume

Wear /weə(r)/: Sử dụng, dùng, xài, xức
Ví dụ: Does your boyfriend like wearing perfume?

Tính từ miêu tả độ nồng hương nước hoa

Long-lasting /ˌlɔːŋ ˈlæstɪŋ/ Lưu hương lâu

Overpowering /ˌəʊvərˈpaʊərɪŋ/ = strong: Mùi nồng nặc

Heady /ˈhedi/ Mùi hương rất đậm

Delicate /ˈdelɪkət/ = Faint: Mùi nhẹ, dễ chịu

Tính từ miêu tả một số hương nước hoa

Perfume scent /ˈpɜːfjuːm sɛnt/ hương nước hoa

Woody, Sweet, Fresh, Floral, Fruity

Oriental /ˌɔːriˈentl/ hương phương Đông

Citrus /ˈsɪtrəs/ hương cam, chanh, thảo mộc,…

Internet stuff

Internet

  1. Do you use the Internet much during the day?
  1. What do you usually do on the Internet?
  1. What are your favorite websites?

Vocab

Nature of work: bản chất công việc

Deep down inside: thẳm sâu trong tim

Can’t help myself: không thể kìm lòng, không thể ngăn bản thân làm mộ điều gì đó

Online routine (n) chu trình online/chu trình hoạt động trực tuyến
Unwind (v) nghỉ ngơi, thư giãn

A social butterfly (n) một người quảng giao
Gregarious (a) /ɡrɪˈɡeə.ri.əs/ quảng giao

Mobile phone

1) Do you have a mobile phone?

2) What do you use it for?

3) Who uses a mobile phone the most often in your family?

4) Is a mobile phone important in your life?

VOCAB

come in handy (idiom): hữu dụng, có ích

in the middle of nowhere (idiom)

get hold of sth/sb (phr. v): cầm nắm/ tìm kiếm, liên lạc

on the flip side (idiom): mặt khác

stranded in sth /ˈstræn.dɪd/ (a): mắc kẹt
He left me stranded in town with no car and no money for a bus.

Computer and Tablet

Questions

In what conditions would you use a computer?

When was the first time you used a computer?

What would your life be like without computers?

In what conditions would it be difficult for you to use a computer?

VC

Excessively: nhiều quá mức

Electronic gadgets: thiết bị điện tử

Sedentary activities: ít vận động

in awe: trong sự kinh ngạc
on end: liên tục
I was in awe when I learned what a computer could do. I could stare at it for hours on end.

VC

Remember vividly: nhớ một cách sinh động/ rõ ràng

With flying colors: với kết quả cao

Cutting-edge: công nghệ tiên tiến

VC

unthinkable (adj): không thể tưởng tượng được

miserable (adj): khổ sở

handwrite (v): viết tay

pain (v): khiến… đau khổ

Taking photos

Questions

Do you like taking photos?

Do you like taking selfies?

What is your favorite family photo?

Do you want to improve your photography skills?

VOCAB

remind me of good memories: gợi nhớ những ký ức đẹp

capture beautiful sceneries and special moments

share special moments with others

stunning: tuyệt đẹp

have a thing for something: có hứng thú (thích hoặc sợ) một thứ gì đó

improve noticeably: tiến bộ thấy rõ

QS

How often do you eat chocolate?

Why do you think chocolate is popular all over the world?

What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?

Do you like chocolate?

Did you give chocolate as a present to someone?

VOCAB

NOUN, ADJ

Have a sweet tooth: Thích đồ ngọt

richer flavor (adj): hương vị đậm đà hơn

Texture (n): kết cấu

Well, definitely yes. I really have a sweet tooth so chocolate is one of the desserts which I like the most.

Universally (adv): một cách phổ cập, phổ biến

Versatile gift (n): món quà đa năng

Indulgence (danh từ): sự nuông chiều, sự thoả mãn.

Yes, I often gave chocolate for my friends's birthdays.

Chocolate is popular around the world for several reasons.

Sweetness (n): vị ngọt

Dessert (n): món tráng miệng

Beverage (n): đồ uống

QS

Do you often sing?

When do you like to sing?

Is it difficult to sing well?

Do you want to be a singer?

What kinds of music do you like to sing?

Yes, sure. Singing has always been one of my perennial hobbies. To me, it is the most effective stress reliever because when I sing, I forget all burdens and merely focus on the lyrics and the melody. Besides, I also love to sing while taking a shower, which somehow enhances my self-esteem. Despite not singing in tune, I can still enthusiastically and confidently burst into songs without being judged.

VOCAB

Perennial (adj) kéo dài từ rất lâu

Stress reliever (n) liều thuốc giảm stress

Sing in tune: hát đúng nhịp

Burst into songs (v) đột nhiên bật hát

Well, as I was saying, I’m not at all into singing. That said, I still sing on some very special occasions. My friends and I often do some karaoke singing when one of us celebrates something special like birthdays or wedding ceremonies. That’s when I usually sing my heart out and really sing to my heart’s content and sometimes I am overjoyed to receive nice compliments from friends.

sing my heart out: hát cho thỏa nỗi lòng
overjoyed : cực kì hạnh phúc

T-shirt

1. Do you collect things?

2. Are there any things you keep from childhood?

3. Would you keep old things for a long time?Why?

4. Where do you usually keep things you need?

WATCH

1. Did you wear a watch when you were a child? (Why/Why not?)

2. Have you ever received a watch as a gift? (When/Who from?)

3. Do you usually wear a watch now? (Why/Why not?)

4. Why do you think some people like to wear expensive watches?

PHRASES

Be into something: Thích cái gì đó
Be obsessed with: Say mê

Take somebody back to: Đưa ai trở về

Memento (n) kỉ vật

ADJECTIVE

Sentimental (adj) tình cảm

NOUNS

Watches = Timepieces = A time-keeping device = Wristwatches (n): đồng hồ đeo tay

A fashion-conscious person (n): Một người để ý đến thời trang

Lend some visual interest (v): Tăng vẻ đẹp cho cái gì

as a fashion-conscious person, watches lend some visual interest to my ensemble.

There are many types of watches with different styles and designs so I can mix and match them with each of my outfits.

Ensemble (n): một bộ quần áo, một tổ hợp phối đồ

ADJECTIVE

Punctual (adj): đúng giờ

Disciplined (adj): có kỷ luật

Facilitate (v): làm cho dễ dàng, thuận tiện hơn

Accessorize (v): trang bị, cung cấp thêm phụ tùng, phụ kiện

Presentable (adj): chỉnh tề, bảnh bao

Firstly, it has a rich and indulgent taste that appeals to people's cravings for sweetness.

Secondly, chocolate is versatile and can be enjoyed in various forms such as bars, desserts, and beverages, providing a wide range of options for consumption.

I especially enjoy dark chocolate because it's less sweet and has a richer flavor.

I also like trying different types of chocolate from different countries, as each one has its unique taste and texture.

As Chocolate is universally loved and enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds.

It's easier for me to think about the gifts every occasion.

Besides, giving someone chocolate can also be a way to show my appreciation or spread affection towards someone.

MEETING NEW PEOPLE

1. How often do you meet new people?( Why/Why not?)

2. Do you find it easy to talk to new people? (Why/Why not?)

3. When you meet someone for the first time, do you know if you like them?(Why/Why not?)

4. Do you worry about what people you meet think of you? (Why/Why not?)

PHRASES

Actively Strike up a conversation: To start a conversation with someone.

A gut feeling: An instinctive feeling, not based on logic.

I have a gut feeling That this is the right decision

First impressions

put on a facade

nervous, anxious, happy, excited, comfortable/uncomfortable, unease, discomfort (n), have butterflies in my stomach

if I match with their energy
If I'm drawn to them

thick-skinned

more aware of your time

off the clock : dùng ngoài giờ

EVENING

  1. What do you usually do in the evening?
  1. Do you spend your evenings in the same way on weekdays and at weekends? (Why/why not?)
  1. How did you spend your evenings when you were younger? (Why/Why not?)
  1. Is there anything you don’t like to do in the evenings? (Why/Why not?)

Hectic day

COINS

QS

  1. Do you use coins in your daily life?
  1. Is it convenient to use coins?
  1. Have you ever collected coins?
  1. Do you often carry coins with you?