Language Flashcards
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prevalence (n.)
/ˈprev.əl.əns/
Rarity, scarcity, uncommonness
Antonyms:
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- The increasing _ of international travel has significantly contributed to the dominance of the English language
- The __________ of English as a global language has increased dramatically over the past century.
- Despite the __________ of text messaging, many people still prefer face-to-face communication for important conversations.
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profound effects
Deep, far-reaching, or significant consequences
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- If this were to happen, it would have ____ effects on globalization trends and communication between countries
- Learning a second language can have __________ __________ on cognitive development, enhancing problem-solving skills and creativity.
- The invention of the printing press had __________ __________ on the spread of literacy and the democratization of knowledge.
- Dramatic impact
- Considerable influence
- Lasting consequences
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widespread adoption
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- However, the widespread adoption of a single language also carries disadvantages, such as the potential loss of cultural diversity.
- Social media platforms have seen /…/ /…/ among younger generations, influencing how they communicate and consume information.
- Mass acceptance
- Universal implementation
- Pervasive integration
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carry
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- A single language also carries disadvantages, such as the potential loss of cultural diversity.
- Words often /…/ cultural connotations that can be difficult for non-native speakers to fully grasp.
- Body language can /…/ as much meaning as verbal communication in many situations.
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fuel (v.)
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- On the one hand, the rise of English as a global lingua franca could fuel unprecedented levels of globalization
- Controversial statements often /…/ heated debates in online forums and social media platforms.
- Reading extensively can /…/ one’s passion for language learning and vocabulary acquisition.
- Spark conversation
- Ignite curiosity
- Power learning
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The removal of language barriers
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- The removal of language barriers would facilitate smoother international trade, potentially leading to a surge in the world’s economy
- /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ through translation technology has greatly facilitated international business negotiations.
- Global education initiatives often aim at /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ to promote cross-cultural understanding and cooperation.
- Bridging language gaps
- Overcoming linguistic obstacles
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accelerate
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- Furthermore, the spread of English could accelerate the dissemination of knowledge
- Immersion programs can significantly /…/ the process of second language acquisition.
- Technology and AI-powered tools are helping to /…/ vocabulary learning for language students.
- Boost language skills
- Fast-track learning
- Enhance acquisition rate
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The dissemination of knowledge
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- The internet has revolutionized /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/, making information accessible to people around the globe.
- Academic journals play a crucial role in /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ within scientific communities.
- Social media platforms have become powerful tools for /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/, albeit with concerns about misinformation.
- Spread of information
- Distribution of ideas
- Knowledge sharing
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the gradual extinction of other languages
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- The dominance of English may lead to the gradual extinction of other languages
- UNESCO works to raise awareness about /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ and promote linguistic diversity.
- The rapid /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ can lead to the loss of unique cultural knowledge and perspectives.
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Result in
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- The dominance of English may lead to the gradual extinction of other languages, resulting in a significant loss of cultural richness
- Language immersion programs often /…/ /…/ rapid progress in speaking skills.
- The loss of indigenous languages can /…/ /…/ the disappearance of unique cultural knowledge.
- Give rise to
- Bring about
- End up in
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fully captured
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- Moreover, certain concepts and ideas may not be fully captured or expressed in English, as each language has its unique nuances and subtleties
- The nuances of idiomatic expressions are rarely /…/ /…/ by literal translations.
- The richness of spoken language is difficult to be /…/ /…/ in written form alone.
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linguistic intricacies
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- The disappearance of these linguistic intricacies could hinder the depth and complexity of human communication.
- Mastering the /…/ /…/ of a foreign language often takes years of study and immersion.
- Translators must be acutely aware of the /…/ /…/ in both the source and target languages.
- Language nuances
- Grammatical complexities
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in terms of
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- While the adoption of English as a single global language could bring about significant benefits in terms of economic growth and knowledge exchange
- /…/ /…/ /…/ vocabulary acquisition, reading extensively in the target language is highly beneficial.
- English and Mandarin differ significantly /…/ /…/ /…/ tonal features and writing systems.
- With respect to
- As far as … is concerned
- Regarding
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far-reaching consequences
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- The loss of linguistic and cultural diversity could have far-reaching consequences for the world’s heritage and the way we express ourselves
- The loss of a language can have /…/ /…/ /…/ for cultural diversity and indigenous knowledge.
- The rise of machine translation may have /…/ /…/ /…/ for the translation industry and cross-cultural communication.
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in the years to come
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- Finding a balance between the practical advantages of a common language and the preservation of cultural and linguistic diversity will be a critical challenge in the years to come
- Experts predict that multilingualism will become increasingly important /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ as global interconnectedness grows.
- The role of artificial intelligence in language learning is likely to expand /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/ /…/.
- In the foreseeable future
- In the coming decades
- Over the long term
