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Then
- Then I’m qualified. I just turn 16 last February (Lis&Wri)
- Then, tell me more about the volunteer work (Lis&Wri)
- Too bad. Maybe next time then (Lis&Wri)
T@h@ế t@h@ì
“then” có nhiều nghĩa khác nhau tùy vào ngữ cảnh. Một trong những nghĩa phổ biến của “then” là “thế thì”, thường được sử dụng để diễn đạt kết quả, hệ quả, hoặc một quyết định dựa trên thông tin hoặc tình huống trước đó.
Khi dịch sang tiếng Việt, “then” có thể được hiểu là “thế thì”, “vậy thì”, hoặc “vậy”.
“Then” với nghĩa “thế thì” thường đứng ở đầu câu hoặc sau dấu phẩy, tùy thuộc vào ngữ cảnh.
Ex: If you don’t want to go, then stay home
gonna (Sound More Natural)
I’m gonna eat dinner
We’re gonna travel next week
I’m gonna call you later
Gonna = Going to
gotta (Sound More Natural)
I gotta go now
She gotta finish her homework
We gotta clean the house before the guests arrive
Gotta = Got to / Have to
You know (Sound More Natural)
It’s just, you know, a really important decision
We went to that place, you know, the one near the beach
I was thinking, you know, maybe we should try something new
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“You know” is a common phrase in English, often used as a filler in communication
từ đệm (filler)
You mean = Tag question
- You mean I should avoid colors that blend in with nature, like browns and greens? (Lis&Wri)
- You: “I can’t go to the party tonight.” or You can’t go to the party tonight, can you?
- Friend: “You mean you’re busy, or you just don’t want to go?”
In this case, your friend is asking for more details to understand exactly what you meant by saying you can’t go to the party.
When someone says “You mean…”, they are usually asking for clarification or confirmation about something you said. They might be checking if they understood you correctly or if you meant something specific.
Fly away and Drop it
- He flies away a paper sheet
- She dropped trash on the street
Nếu bạn muốn ném một cái gì đó hãy nói “fly away” hoặc “drop it”
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“Fly away!” - Nếu bạn ném thứ gì đó nhẹ và muốn nó bay đi xa, như một tờ giấy hoặc một chiếc lá.
- Ví dụ: Bạn ném một mẩu giấy và nói: “Fly away!”
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“Drop it on the street!” - Nếu bạn muốn thứ gì đó rơi xuống đường, như một viên đá hoặc một vật nhỏ.
- Ví dụ: Bạn ném một viên đá và nói: “Drop it on the street!”
Tùy vào tình huống và vật bạn ném, bạn có thể chọn cách diễn đạt phù hợp. 😊
elderly
- We’ll pick up meals at the community center and then deliver them to the elderly in the neighborhood (Lis&Wri)
- The blind elderly man was walking slowly with a white cane (cây gậy)
- Oh, I almost forgot. You also need a flu vaccination record since you’ll meet the elderly in person (Lis&Wri)
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“Elderly” mang sắc thái tôn trọng và lịch sự hơn so với một số từ khác như “old” (già).
Elderly (tính từ hoặc danh từ) có nghĩa là người cao tuổi, người già, hoặc lớn tuổi. Từ này thường được sử dụng để chỉ những người ở độ tuổi trung niên trở lên, đặc biệt là những người đã nghỉ hưu hoặc có tuổi đời cao.
“frustrate” (Verb)
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“The constant delays frustrated the passengers.”
(The passengers felt annoyed because of the delays.) -
“She was frustrated by her inability to solve the problem.”
(She felt discouraged because she couldn’t solve the problem.) -
“The bad weather frustrated our plans for a picnic.”
(The bad weather prevented the picnic from happening.)
Meaning: is a verb that means to cause someone to feel upset, annoyed, or discouraged because they are unable to achieve a goal or fulfill a desire. It can also refer to the act of preventing something from happening or being successful.
Related Forms:
- Frustrated (adjective): Feeling upset or annoyed.
Example: “He felt frustrated after failing the test.”
- Frustrating (adjective): Causing frustration.
Example: “The slow internet connection was frustrating.”
- Frustration (noun): The feeling of being frustrated.
Example: “Her frustration was evident when she couldn’t find her keys.”
restriction (noun)
- Sounds good. Are there any restrictions for applicants? (Lis&Wri)
- There are restrictions on the use of mobile phones while driving
- The government imposed restrictions on travel during the pandemic (imposed: áp đặt)
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Restriction means a rule or limit that controls or reduces what is allowed
…in person (phrase)
- I almost forgot. You also need a flu vaccination record since you’ll meet the elderly in person (Lis&Wri)
- I prefer to discuss the contract details in person rather than over the phone
- She decided to deliver the gift in person instead of sending it by mail
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In person means physically present or face-to-face (not online or through someone else).
Bonus:
- Opposite: “We met virtually, not in person.”
- Formal use: “The judge required the witness to testify in person.”
shot (noun)
- Medical: “I got a flu shot at the clinic yesterday.” (Vaccine injection.)
- Sports: “She took the winning shot at the buzzer!” (Basketball attempt.)
- Photography: “This is my favorite shot from our vacation.” (Photo/image.)
Shot can mean:
1. An injection of medicine (e.g., vaccine).
2. The act of firing a gun.
3. An attempt or try at something.
Bonus:
- “Give it a shot” (idiom): “Never tried sushi? Give it a shot!” (Try it.)
- “Long shot” (idiom): “Winning the lottery is a long shot.” (Unlikely chance.)
10 Popular Prepositions 1
1. Besides
→ Means “also” or “in addition to.”
Example: “Besides, it’s still early for me.” (Meaning: Also, it’s early.)
2. Between
→ Shows something is in the middle of two things.
Example: “My home is between the library and the bank.”
3. Beside
→ Means next to or at the side of.
Example: “The napkin is placed beside the plate.”
4. Across
→ Means on the other side (often of a street, river, etc.).
Example: “Her house is across the street.”
5. Beyond
→ Means farther than or more than (sometimes “without doubt”).
Example: “Barcelona football club’s success is beyond question.” (Meaning: Their success is undoubted.)
6. Over
→ Can mean above or covering.
Example: “The window is over the radiator.” (Meaning: The window is above it.)
7. But
→ Used to show contrast (opposite ideas).
Example: “We are very hungry, but the fridge is empty.”
8. Below
→ Means under or lower than.
Example: “Your grade is below average.”
9. By
→ Shows how something is done (method/transport).
Example: “I always go to work by train.”
10. Except
→ Means not including or excluding.
Example: “Nobody came to the party except George and Alex.”
Via (preposition)
- “I sent the documents via email.” (Using email as the method.)
- “We flew to Tokyo via Hong Kong.” (With a stop in Hong Kong.)
- “She learned the news via social media.” (Through a platform like Facebook or Twitter.)
Via means by way of or through, showing the method, route, or means by which something happens.
Bonus:
- “Via mail” (alternative): “The package will arrive via courier.”
- “Via phone” (common usage): “You can confirm your appointment via phone.”
handle (verb/noun)
- Verb: “She can handle stressful situations calmly.” (Deals with pressure well.)
- Noun: “The cup’s handle broke, so it’s hard to hold.” (The part you grip.)
- Verb: “The team handled the project efficiently.” (Completed it successfully.)
Handle (verb/noun) means:
- To manage, control, or deal with something (verb).
- A part of an object designed to be held (noun, e.g., door handle).
Bonus:
- “Handle with care” (phrase): Written on fragile packages.
- “Handlebar” (noun): The steering part of a bicycle.
10 JOBS 1
1. Accountant
→ Keeps track of money, prepares taxes, and checks financial records for businesses or people.
2. Administrative Assistant
→ Helps with office tasks like answering calls, organizing files, and scheduling meetings.
3. Assembler
→ Puts together parts or products in a factory or workshop.
4. Business Owner
→ Runs their own company and makes decisions about how it operates.
5. Cashier
→ Handles money, scans items, and helps customers at stores or restaurants.
6. Computer Technician
→ Fixes computers, installs software, and solves tech problems.
7. Delivery Person
→ Brings packages, food, or goods to people’s homes or businesses.
8. Dental Assistant
→ Helps dentists during procedures, sterilizes tools, and assists patients.
9. Electrician
→ Installs and repairs wiring, lights, and electrical systems in buildings.
10. Firefighter
→ Puts out fires, rescues people, and helps in emergencies.
Good Qualities An Employee Should Have
1. A quick learner
→ Can understand and pick up new things fast without needing a lot of repetition.
2. Detail-oriented
→ Pays close attention to small, important things to avoid mistakes.
3. Good with numbers
→ Comfortable working with math, data, budgets, or calculations.
4. Well-organized
→ Keeps things neat, plans ahead, and manages tasks efficiently.
5. Creative
→ Thinks outside the box, comes up with new ideas, and solves problems in unique ways.
6. Efficient
→ Gets work done quickly and effectively without wasting time or resources.
7. Great with people
→ Communicates well, is friendly, and works smoothly in teams or with customers.
8. Willing to accept responsibility
→ Takes ownership of tasks and doesn’t blame others for mistakes.
9. Dependable
→ Reliable—people can count on you to do what you say you’ll do.
10. Flexible
→ Adapts easily to changes and handles unexpected situations well.
11. Hardworking
→ Puts in consistent effort and doesn’t give up easily.
12. Works well under pressure
→ Stays calm and focused even when things get stressful or deadlines are tight.
Những đức tính tốt một người chủ cần:
- A quick learner - Học hỏi nhanh
- Detail-oriented - Chú ý đến chi tiết
- Good with numbers - Giỏi về số liệu
- Well-organized - Tổ chức tốt
- Creative - Sáng tạo
- Efficient - Hiệu quả
- Great with people - Giỏi giao tiếp với mọi người
- Willing to accept responsibility - Sẵn sàng nhận trách nhiệm
- Dependable - Đáng tin cậy
- Flexible - Linh hoạt
- Hardworking - Chăm chỉ
- Works well under pressure - Làm việc tốt dưới áp lực
Good Qualities An Employee Should Have
1. Team player / Cooperative
→ Works well with others, shares ideas, and helps the group succeed.
2. Punctual / In time
→ Always arrives or finishes tasks on time (not late).
3. Good attitude / Cheerful / Positive
→ Stays friendly, optimistic, and doesn’t complain easily.
4. Honest
→ Tells the truth and can be trusted.
5. Kind
→ Treats others with care and empathy.
6. Respectful
→ Listens to others, values their opinions, and is polite.
7. Follow rules
→ Obeys guidelines and procedures correctly.
8. Consistent
→ Does things the same way every time (reliable quality).
9. Clean / Presentable
→ Keeps self and workspace tidy; dresses appropriately.
10. Multitasking
→ Handles more than one task at a time without getting overwhelmed.
11. Neat
→ Organized and avoids messiness in work or appearance.
12. Safe worker
→ Follows safety rules to avoid accidents or injuries.
13. Professional
→ Acts maturely, stays focused, and behaves appropriately at work.
14. Bilingual
→ Speaks two languages fluently.
Những đức tính tốt một người chủ cần:
- Team player/cooperative - Người chơi đồng đội/hợp tác
- Punctual - Đúng giờ
- A good attitude/cheerful/positive - Thái độ tốt/vui vẻ/tích cực
- Honest - Trung thực
- Kind - Tử tế
- Respectful - Tôn trọng người khác
- Follows rules - Tuân thủ quy định
- Consistent - Kiên định
- Clean/presentable - Sạch sẽ/chỉn chu
- Multitasking - Đa nhiệm
- Neat - Gọn gàng
- Safe worker - Làm việc an toàn
- Professional - Chuyên nghiệp
- Bilingual - Song ngữ
Symptoms (noun)
- “Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.” (Signs of being sick.)
- “She ignored the symptoms until the pain became severe.” (Warning signs of a health issue.)
- “The doctor asked about all his symptoms before diagnosing him.” (Details to identify the illness.)
- She has symptoms of fever and a dry cough
- Symptoms of the flu include sore throat and fatigue
Symptoms are physical or mental signs that indicate an illness, condition, or problem.
Bonus:
- “Symptom-free” (adjective): After treatment, he was symptom-free.
- “Symptom checker” (noun): Online tools to help identify illnesses.
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Cambly Technology Vocabulary
Adjectives
- Essential: Something that is a basic and fundamental requirement.
- Patient: Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.
- Persistent: Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.
Adverbs
- Undoubtedly: Without doubt; certainly.
- Surely: With confidence; without doubt.
Verbs
- To interrupt: To stop the continuous progress of an activity or process.
- To navigate: To plan and direct the route or course of a journey.
Nouns
- Invention: The action of inventing something, typically a process or device.
- Mankind: Human beings collectively.
- Impact: The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another.
- Purpose: The reason for which something is done or created.
Phrases and Collocations
- In order to: With the purpose of doing something.
- Life standard: The level of comfort, wealth, and material goods available to a person or community.
Linking Words
- For instance: As an example.
- Therefore: For that reason; consequently.
add information (moreover, in addition, furthermore, etc.), or (conjunctive adverb)
1. Moreover (formal, adds stronger emphasis)
- The project was completed on time; moreover, it came in under budget.
- She speaks four languages fluently; moreover, she has a degree in linguistics.
- The hotel has a great location; moreover, it offers excellent customer service.
2. In addition (neutral, commonly used in writing and speech)
- He works full-time as a teacher; in addition, he volunteers at a local shelter.
- The apartment is spacious and bright; in addition, it has a beautiful view of the park.
- She prepared a detailed report; in addition, she included supporting charts.
3. Furthermore (formal, strengthens an argument)
- The research supports the theory; furthermore, recent studies confirm its validity.
- He lacks experience in this field; furthermore, he hasn’t shown much initiative.
- The car is fuel-efficient; furthermore, it has advanced safety features.
