FLASH CARD 4
Prescription (noun)
- “The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics.” (A written note to get medicine from the pharmacy.)
- “She forgot her eyeglass prescription at home.” (The document showing her lens strength.)
- “You can’t buy this cream without a prescription.” (It requires a doctor’s approval.)
Prescription means an official written order from a doctor for medicine or treatment that a patient needs.
Bonus:
- “Prescribe” (verb): “The dentist prescribed fluoride toothpaste.”
- “Over-the-counter (OTC)” (opposite): “Painkillers like ibuprofen don’t need a prescription.”
Nha sĩ kê đơn thuốc đánh răng có fluoride
Thuốc giảm đau như ibuprofen không cần kê đơn
take a shower = shower = take a bath
- “I take a shower every morning before work.” (Daily routine to freshen up.)
- “After the workout, he took a shower to cool down.” (Washing off sweat.)
- “She likes to take a shower before bed to relax.” (Nighttime habit for better sleep.)
- I shower very quickly = I take a shower very quickly
Take a shower (phrase) means to wash your body with water and soap while standing under a shower.
Bonus:
- “Have a shower” (British English equivalent): “I’ll have a shower first, then we can go.”
- “Shower” (verb/noun): “Shower quickly—we’re late!” / “The hotel room has a nice shower.”
immigrant (Noun) | Immigrate (Verb)
I am a new immigrant to the United States, and I have been sponsored by a relative for permanent residency
“She decided to immigrate to Canada for better opportunities.”
n@g@ư@ờ@i n@h@ậ@p c@ư
immigrant: A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country
Tuition (noun)
- “The university increased tuition by 5% this year.” (The cost of attending classes went up.)
- “She works part-time to pay for her tuition.” (Earning money to cover education fees.)
- “His scholarship covers half of his tuition.” (Financial aid reducing the amount he must pay.)
Tuition refers to the fee charged for instruction, especially by a school, college, or university.
= fee
Bonus:
- “Tuition-free” (adjective): “Some European countries offer tuition-free education.”
- “Tuition reimbursement” (phrase): “Her employer provides tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.”
lie down (phrasal verb)
- “I need to lie down for a while” – Said when feeling tired or dizzy.
- “The doctor told him to lie down on the exam table” – For a medical checkup.
- “The dog loves to lie down in the sun” – A pet resting comfortably.
- Lily, can you stop playing the drums now? Your new hobby is giving me a headache. Now I need to lie down
Lie down means to place yourself in a flat position on a surface (like a bed, floor, or couch) to rest, sleep, or relax.
- Lay down (similar, but requires an object): “Lay down the book” (put it flat).
- Lying down (present continuous): “She is lying down after work.”
Phân biệt “Dead End” và “No Outlet”:
Dead End: Đường kết thúc hoàn toàn, không có lối ra (ví dụ: đường vào khu đất trống).
No Outlet: Đường có lối ra nhưng chỉ dành cho người dân (ví dụ: đường vòng trong khu dân cư).
amaze (verb) | amazed (adjective)
- Nature amazes me – The Grand Canyon’s beauty leaves me speechless every time.
- She amazed the audience – Her singing voice was so powerful, everyone clapped wildly.
- Technology never fails to amaze – A single smartphone can do things we never imagined 20 years ago.
- People who overcome great challenges amaze me
Amaze means to surprise or impress someone greatly.
= fascinate, charm, atract
- Amazed (adjective): “I was amazed by the magic trick!”
- Amazing (adjective): “The fireworks show was amazing!”
Perform (verb) | Performance (noun)
- The singer will perform live tonight – She’ll sing her hit songs on stage.
- This laptop performs well for gaming – It runs fast and doesn’t lag.
- Doctors perform surgeries daily – They operate on patients to save lives.
Perform means to do an action, task, or show a skill—whether it’s work, art, or a function.
= show
- Performance (noun): “The actor’s performance moved the audience.”
- Underperform (verb): “The team underperformed in the match.”
Đội chơi không tốt như kỳ vọng/Đội thể hiện kém trong trận này
Asset (noun)
- Her creativity is a huge asset – The company loves her ideas because they boost sales.
- Gold is a safe-haven asset – Investors buy it to protect their money during crises.
- Public speaking is an asset in leadership – Great leaders use it to inspire people.
Asset means something valuable that a person, company, or organization owns—like money, property, skills, or even qualities that bring benefits.
= valuable
- Tangible asset (physical): “The factory’s machines are key assets.”
- Intangible asset (non-physical): “His reputation is his greatest asset.”
Tài sản hữu hình” (vật chất): “Máy móc nhà máy là tài sản quan trọng.”
“Tài sản vô hình” (phi vật chất): “Danh tiếng là tài sản lớn nhất của anh ấy.
fill out (phrasal verb)
- “Please fill out this application form to apply for the job.” (Writing your name, address, etc.)
- “The doctor asked me to fill out a medical history questionnaire.” (Providing health details.)
- “Don’t forget to fill out your tax return before the deadline.” (Completing financial information.)
Fill out means to complete a form, document, or application by writing the required information in the blank spaces.
Bonus:
- “Fill in” (similar, but often for shorter gaps): “Fill in your name and date at the top.”
- “Filled out” (past tense): “She filled out the survey yesterday.”
(Khảo sát/điều tra)
make sure (phrase)
- “Make sure you lock the door before leaving.” (Check that it’s locked.)
- “She double-checked the recipe to make sure she didn’t miss any ingredients.” (Confirm accuracy.)
- “The teacher made sure every student understood the instructions.” (Ensure clarity.)
- If I am elected President of the United States, I will make sure everyone has access to inexpensive health insurance.
Make sure means to check or confirm that something is correct, safe, or done properly.
Bonus:
- “Make certain” (more formal synonym): “Make certain the report is error-free.”
- “Making sure” (continuous action): “He’s making sure the project stays on track.”
“Get by” và “just barely”
- I don’t earn much, but I can get by on my salary.
(Tôi không kiếm nhiều tiền, nhưng vẫn đủ sống bằng lương.)- Her English isn’t perfect, but she can get by in daily conversations.
(Cô ấy nói tiếng Anh không giỏi lắm, nhưng đủ để giao tiếp hàng ngày.)
- Her English isn’t perfect, but she can get by in daily conversations.
→ Tập trung vào khả năng tồn tại, dù điều kiện không lý tưởng.
- Just barely
- He just barely passed the exam.
(Anh ấy vừa đủ điểm để qua môn – suýt trượt.)- We just barely caught the last train.
(Chúng tôi suýt nữa lỡ chuyến tàu cuối.)
- We just barely caught the last train.
Cụm từ | Sắc thái | Ví dụ |
“Get by” means to manage or survive, usually with difficulty or with minimal resources.
(Sống hoặc tồn tại ở mức tối thiểu, vừa đủ để không gặp rắc rối, nhưng không thoải mái hoặc dư dả. )
“Just barely” means only by a very small margin; almost not.
(Vừa đủ để làm gì đó, nhưng rất sát sao, suýt soát không đạt.)
- “He passed the test, but just barely—he got the minimum score!”
Combined Example:
“She got by in the race, finishing just barely before the cutoff time.” (She barely succeeded.)
principally
- “The company is principally focused on renewable energy.” (Their main focus is renewable energy.)
- “He is principally responsible for the project’s success.” (He is the main person responsible.)
- “The book is principally about survival in extreme conditions.” (The book mainly discusses survival.)
“Principally” means mainly or most importantly.
Short Definition: Mostly or primarily.
to depend on
- “Children depend on their parents for food and care.” (They need their parents’ help.)
- “Our plans depend on the weather.” (The weather will decide if our plans happen.)
- “You can depend on me to keep your secret.” (You can trust me.)
“Depend on” means to rely on someone or something for support, help, or function.
Short Definition: Need or trust someone/something.
to be becoming
- “That dress is becoming on you!” (The dress looks good on you.)
- “His humble attitude is becoming of a true leader.” (His behavior is appropriate for a leader.)
- “The dark blue walls are becoming for this elegant room.” (The color fits the room well.)
“To be becoming” means to suit or look good on someone, or to be appropriate for a situation.
Short Definition: To look attractive or be fitting.
workplace
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Office Setting
“Our workplace has an open-floor plan to encourage collaboration.” -
Remote Work
“Her workplace is her home office, where she joins virtual meetings.” -
Factory/On-Site
“Safety gear is mandatory in this industrial workplace.”
“Workplace” refers to the physical or virtual environment where people work.
Short Definition: The location or setting where job tasks are performed.
miss a chance
- “He missed a chance for a promotion by not applying before the deadline.” (He lost the opportunity.)
- “Don’t miss a chance to network at the conference—it could help your career.” (Take advantage of the opportunity.)
- “She missed a chance to lead the project because she was on leave.” (She couldn’t take the opportunity.)
“Miss a chance” means to fail to take advantage of an opportunity.
Short Definition: To not use an opportunity when you could have.
… return to work
- “After her maternity leave, Maria will return to work next Monday.”
- “Employees must submit a doctor’s note before they can return to work after a sick leave.”
- “The company introduced a hybrid policy, allowing staff to return to work in the office 3 days a week.”
“Return to work” means to go back to your job after a break, leave, or absence.
Short Definition: Coming back to your job after time away.
Many fear…
- “Many fear that AI will replace their jobs in the future.” (Workers worry about automation.)
- “Many fear speaking up in meetings because they don’t want to sound foolish.” (Employees stay quiet due to nervousness.)
- “Many fear returning to the office full-time after working remotely for years.” (Staff prefer flexibility.)
“Many fear…“ means a large number of people are worried about something.
Short Definition: A common worry among people.
introduce elaboration (incidentally, for example, in fact, etc.) (conjunctive adverb)
1. Incidentally (introduces a side note or casual remark)
- The meeting went well; incidentally, have you met the new manager yet?
- She loves Italian food; incidentally, her husband is a chef at a local trattoria.
- We’ll need to finalize the budget soon. Incidentally, have you seen the latest sales report?
Why do some people seem more prone to mosquito bites than others? Various studies have found that blood type, skin bacteria, and genetic factors play a role. Incidentally, wearing certain colors may also attract mosquitoes.
2. For example (introduces a specific instance or illustration)
- Many fruits are rich in vitamins—for example, oranges and kiwis are high in vitamin C.
- Some animals hibernate in winter; for example, bears and ground squirrels do this.
- You can reduce stress in many ways; for example, meditation, exercise, and deep breathing help.
3. In fact (emphasizes truth, often correcting a misconception)
- He seems quiet, but in fact, he’s very talkative with close friends.
- Many think bats are blind, but in fact, most can see quite well.
- The task looked difficult, but in fact, it only took 10 minutes to complete.
