Part 4 Flashcards
shape
verb
[/ʃeɪp/]
1. to make something into a particular shape
-> Shape the dough into a ball.
2. to have an important influence on the way that somebody/something develops
-> You are helping to shape the future of this country.
3. to prepare to do something, especially hit or kick something
-> She was shaping to hit her second shot.
4. used to tell somebody that if they do not improve, work harder, etc. they will have to leave their job, position, etc.
hình dạng
she
pronoun
[/ʃi/]
1. a female person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified
-> ‘What does your sister do?’ ‘She’s a dentist.’
2. it (used to refer to something not usually thought of as female)
-> She’s a big country.
cô ấy
shed
verb
[/ʃed/]
1. to get rid of something that is no longer wanted
-> Recent research has shed new light on the causes of the disease.
2. to take off a piece of clothing
-> The factory is shedding a large number of jobs.
3. to lose or drop what it is carrying
-> The traffic jam was caused by a lorry shedding its load.
4. if an animal sheds its skin, or a plant sheds leaves, it loses them naturally
5. to send light over something; to let light fall somewhere
6. to cry
7. to kill or injure people, especially in a war
8. to have the quality of causing water or liquid to run off and not sink in
9. to make a problem, etc. easier to understand
túp lều
sheet
noun
[/ʃiːt/]
1. a large piece of thin cloth used on a bed to lie on or lie under
-> No government operates with a completely clean sheet.
2. a piece of paper for writing or printing on, etc. usually in a standard size
-> Have you changed the sheets (= put clean sheets on the bed)?
3. a flat thin piece of any material, normally square or rectangular
4. a wide flat area of something, covering the surface of something else
5. a large moving mass of fire or water
6. a rope or chain fastened to the lower corner of a sail to hold it and to control the angle of the sail
7. a record of your work or behaviour that does not show any mistakes or bad things that you have done
tờ giấy
shell
noun
[/ʃel/]
1. the hard outer part of eggs, nuts, some seeds, and some animals
-> We collected shells on the beach.
2. any object that looks like the shell of a snail or sea creature
-> pasta shells
3. a metal case filled with explosive, to be fired from a large gun
-> mortar/artillery shells
4. a tube or case containing explosive and a bullet or shot, for shooting from a gun
5. the walls or outer structure of something, for example, an empty building or ship after a fire or a bomb attack
-> The house was now a shell gutted by flames.
6. any structure that forms a hard outer frame
-> the body shell of a car
7. the outer layer of somebody’s personality; how they seem to be or feel
-> She had developed a shell of indifference.
8. to become less shy and more confident when talking to other people
9. to become shyer and avoid talking to other people
vỏ bọc
shelter
noun
[/ˈʃeltər/]
1. the fact of having a place to live or stay, considered as a basic human need
-> Human beings need food, clothing and shelter.
2. protection from rain, danger, or attack
-> to take shelter from the storm
3. a structure built to give protection, especially from the weather or from attack
-> They built a rough shelter from old pieces of wood.
4. a building, usually owned by a charity, that provides a place to stay for people without a home, or protection for people or animals who have been badly treated
-> a night shelter for homeless people
nơi trú ẩn
shock
verb
[/ʃɑːk/]
1. to surprise and upset somebody
2. to make somebody feel offended or full of horror
-> President Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas on November 22, 1963, shocked the world.
sốc
shower
noun
[/ˈʃaʊər/]
1. a piece of equipment producing a flow of water that you stand under to wash yourself; the small room or part of a room that contains a shower
-> He’s in the shower.
2. the act of washing yourself with a shower
-> a hot/cold shower
3. a short period of rain or snow
-> scattered/heavy showers
4. a large number of things that arrive or fall together
-> a meteor shower
5. a party at which you give presents to a woman who is getting married or having a baby
-> a bridal/baby shower
vòi sen
sibling
noun
[/ˈsɪblɪŋ/]
1. a brother or sister
-> squabbles between siblings
anh em ruột
sigh
noun
[/saɪ/]
1. an act or the sound of sighing
-> to give/heave/let out a sigh
thở dài
sigh
verb
[/saɪ/]
1. to take and then let out a long deep breath that can be heard, to show that you are disappointed, sad, tired, etc.
-> He sighed deeply at the thought.
2. to say something with a sigh
-> ‘Oh well, better luck next time,’ she sighed.
3. to make a long sound like a sigh
-> the sighing of the wind through the trees
thở dài
signature
noun
[/ˈsɪɡnətʃər/]
1. your name as you usually write it, for example at the end of a letter
-> Someone had forged her signature on the cheque.
2. the act of signing something
-> Two copies of the contract will be sent to you for signature.
3. a particular quality that makes something different from other similar things and makes it easy to recognize
-> Bright colours are his signature.
chữ ký
significant
adjective
[/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/]
1. large or important enough to have an effect or to be noticed
-> There are no significant differences between the two groups of students.
2. having a particular meaning
-> The fact that her remarks were leaked to the media in advance is highly significant.
3. having a special or secret meaning that is not understood by everyone
-> a significant look/smile
có ý nghĩa
silk
noun
[/sɪlk/]
1. fine soft thread produced by silkworms
-> The caterpillar spins the silk around its entire body.
2. a type of fine smooth cloth made from silk thread; a piece of this cloth
-> a silk dress/blouse/scarf/tie/sari
3. thread made of silk used for sewing
4. clothes made of silk, especially the coloured shirts worn by people riding horses in a race (= jockeys)
-> ladies in silks and satins
5. a type of lawyer who represents the government (= a King’s Counsel / Queen’s Counsel)
-> to take silk (= to become this type of lawyer)
6. (you won’t) succeed in making something good out of material that does not seem very good at all
lụa
silly
adjective
[/ˈsɪli/]
1. showing a lack of thought, understanding, or judgement
-> a silly idea/question/name
2. stupid or embarrassing, especially in a way that is more typical of a child than an adult
-> a silly sense of humour
3. not practical or serious
-> We had to wear these silly little hats.
4. extremely bored
5. to drink, laugh, shout, etc. so much that you cannot behave in a sensible way
6. to not be honest with somebody, especially in order to gain an advantage over them
7. to behave in a stupid and annoying way
ngớ ngẩn
silver
noun
[/ˈsɪlvər/]
1. a chemical element. Silver is a shiny, grey-white precious metal used for making coins, jewellery, beautiful objects, etc.
-> a silver ring/chain
2. a shiny grey-white colour
-> There was a streak of silver in her hair.
3. dishes, beautiful objects, etc. that are made of silver
-> Thieves stole £5 000 worth of silver.
4. coins that are made of silver or a metal that looks like silver
-> I need £2 in silver for the parking meter.
5. a medal that is given to the person or the team that wins the second prize in a race or competition
-> She won silver in last year’s championships.
6. having rich parents
7. to give somebody money so that they will do you a favour, especially tell your fortune
8. every sad or difficult situation has a positive side
9. if you are given something on a silver platter, you do not have to do much to get it
bạc
simply
adverb
[/ˈsɪmpli/]
1. used to emphasize how easy or basic something is
-> To order, simply click here.
2. in a way that is easy to understand
-> The book explains grammar simply and clearly.
3. in a way that is natural and plain
-> The rooms are simply furnished.
4. used to emphasize a statement
-> You simply must see the play.
5. used to introduce a summary or an explanation of something that you have just said or done
-> I don’t want to be rude, it’s simply that we have to be careful who we give this information to.
đơn giản
sing
verb
[/sɪŋ/]
1. an act of singing
-> Let’s have a sing.
hát
slash
verb
[/slæʃ/]
1. to make a long cut with a sharp object, especially in a violent way
-> Someone had slashed the tyres on my car.
2. to reduce something by a large amount
-> to slash spending/prices/costs
gạch chéo
slave
noun
[/sleɪv/]
1. a person who is owned by another person and is forced to work for and obey them
-> A former slave, he graduated from Claflin University in South Carolina.
2. a person who is so strongly influenced by something that they cannot live without it, or cannot make their own decisions
-> We are slaves of the motor car.
3. a device that is directly controlled by another one
nô lệ
slice
noun
[/slaɪs/]
1. a thin flat piece of bread, meat, cheese, etc. that has been cut off a larger piece; a piece of cake that has been cut from a larger cake
-> Cut the meat into thin slices.
2. a part or share of something
-> Our firm is well placed to grab a large slice of the market.
3. a kitchen utensil (= tool) that you use to lift and serve pieces of food
-> a cake slice
4. a shot that makes the ball go to one side rather than straight ahead, while turning round and round
5. a share or role in an interesting or exciting activity, especially one that makes money
6. a film, play or book that gives a very realistic view of ordinary life
7. a share of the available money or benefits that you believe you have a right to
lát cắt
slogan
noun
[/ˈsləʊɡən/]
1. a word or phrase that is easy to remember, used for example by a political party or in advertising to attract people’s attention or to suggest an idea quickly
-> an advertising slogan
khẩu hiệu
slot
noun
[/slɑːt/]
1. a long, narrow opening, into which you put or fit something
-> to put some coins in the slot
2. a position, a time or an opportunity for somebody/something, for example in a list, a programme of events or a series of broadcasts
-> He has a regular slot on the late-night programme.
chỗ
smile
noun
[/smaɪl/]
1. the expression that you have on your face when you are happy or you think something is funny, in which the corners of your mouth turn upwards
-> a broad/warm/bright/slight smile
2. looking very happy, especially soon after you have been looking worried or sad
3. to stop smiling, especially because somebody else is annoyed and does not think the situation is funny
4. to stop smiling, especially because somebody else is annoyed does not think the situation is funny
nụ cười
social
adjective
[/ˈsəʊʃl/]
1. connected with activities in which people meet each other for pleasure
2. connected with society and the way it is organized
-> She has a busy social life.
3. connected with your position in society
-> Income differences between social classes are widening.
4. living naturally in groups, rather than alone
5. enjoying spending time with other people
xã hội
socialist
adjective
[/ˈsəʊʃəlɪst/]
1. connected with socialism
-> socialist beliefs
2. governed by or belonging to a party that believes in socialism
-> a socialist country
nhà xã hội học
solar
adjective
[/ˈsəʊlər/]
1. of or connected with the sun
-> solar radiation
2. using the sun’s energy
-> solar heating
mặt trời
soldier
noun
[/ˈsəʊldʒər/]
1. a member of an army, especially one who is not an officer
-> They visited the graves of US soldiers killed in the First World War.
lính
soon
adverb
[/suːn/]
1. in a short time from now; a short time after something else has happened
-> She sold the house soon after her husband died.
2. early; quickly
-> How soon can you get here?
3. used in negative sentences and questions to refer to the near future
4. used to say that you would equally well like to do something as do something else that has been suggested
5. to prefer to do something (than do something else)
6. a bad situation will pass or be forgotten most quickly if nothing more is said about it
7. used to say that something was, or will be, done immediately
8. used to say that something happens immediately after something else
9. very soon; as soon as possible
10. at some time in the future, even if you are not sure exactly when
11. after a short time rather than after a long time
sớm
soup
noun
[/suːp/]
1. a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, etc. in water, often eaten as the first course of a meal
-> a bowl/cup of soup
2. from beginning to end
3. in trouble
canh
specialist
noun
[/ˈspeʃəlɪst/]
1. a person who is an expert in a particular area of work or study
-> a specialist in Japanese history
2. a doctor who has specialized in a particular area of medicine
-> You need to see a specialist.
chuyên gia
speed
verb
[/spiːd/]
1. to move along quickly
2. to take somebody/something somewhere very quickly, especially in a vehicle
-> They sped off to get help.
3. to make something happen more quickly
-> The cab speeded them into the centre of the city.
4. to drive faster than the speed that is legally allowed
-> The drugs will speed her recovery.
tốc độ
spelling
noun
[/ˈspelɪŋ/]
1. the act of forming words correctly from individual letters; the ability to do this
-> the differences between British and American spelling
2. the way that a particular word is written
-> a list of difficult spellings
chính tả
spider
noun
[/ˈspaɪdər/]
1. a small creature with eight thin legs. Many spiders spin webs to catch insects for food.
-> a poisonous spider
nhện
spiritual
adjective
[/ˈspɪrɪtʃuəl/]
1. connected with the human spirit, rather than the body or physical things
-> a spiritual experience
2. connected with religion
-> a spiritual leader
3. the place where you are happiest, especially a country where you feel you belong more than in your own country because you share the ideas and attitudes of the people who live there
tinh thần
sponsor
verb
[/ˈspɑːnsər/]
1. to pay the costs of a particular event, programme, etc. as a way of advertising
-> Sports events are no longer sponsored by the tobacco industry.
2. to agree to give somebody money for a charity if they complete a particular task
-> They got their granny and aunts and other people to sponsor them.
3. to support somebody by paying for their training or education
-> The corporation is sponsoring several athletes and teams here in the US.
4. to provide money for a particular activity
-> The group has been accused of sponsoring terrorism.
5. to arrange for something official to take place
-> The US is sponsoring negotiations between the two sides.
6. to introduce a proposal for a new law, etc.
-> The bill was sponsored by a Labour MP.
nhà tài trợ
spot
noun
[/spɑːt/]
1. a small round area that has a different colour or feels different from the surface it is on
-> The win last week was the only bright spot in their last ten games.
2. a small mark or lump on a person’s skin, sometimes with a yellow head to it
-> Which has spots, the leopard or the tiger?
3. a small dirty mark on something
-> The baby’s whole body was covered in small red spots.
4. a particular area or place
-> His jacket was covered with spots of mud.
5. a small feature or part of somebody/something with a particular quality
6. a small amount of something
7. a small amount of a liquid
8. a part of a television, radio, club or theatre show that is given to a particular person or type of entertainment
9. a position in a competition, event or team
10. a spotlight (= a light with a single, very bright beam that can be directed at a particular place or person, especially a performer on the stage)
11. a good or pleasant part of something that is unpleasant or bad in all other ways
12. not able to move, for example because you are frightened or surprised
13. to like somebody/something
14. if something hits the spot it does exactly what it should do
15. in a difficult situation
16. to be very much better than somebody/something
17. people cannot change their character, especially if they have a bad character
18. immediately
19. at the actual place where something is happening
20. in one exact place, without moving in any direction
21. to make somebody feel uncomfortable or embarrassed by asking them a difficult question
điểm
squeeze
verb
[/skwiːz/]
1. to press something, especially with your fingers
2. to get liquid out of something by pressing or twisting it hard
-> to squeeze a tube of toothpaste
3. to force somebody/something/yourself into or through a small space
4. to get something by putting pressure on somebody, threatening them, etc.
5. to strictly limit or reduce the amount of money that somebody/something has or can use
6. to get as much money, information, etc. out of somebody as you can
vắt kiệt
stab
verb
[/stæb/]
1. to push a sharp, pointed object, especially a knife, into somebody, killing or injuring them
-> He was stabbed to death in a racist attack.
2. to make a short, aggressive or violent movement with a finger or pointed object
-> He stabbed his finger angrily at my chest.
3. to do or say something that harms somebody who trusts you
cú đâm
stall
noun
[/stɔːl/]
1. a table or small shop with an open front that people sell things from, especially at a market
-> He works on a market stall in the Square.
2. a section inside a farm building that is large enough for one animal to be kept in
-> We had to muck out stalls and groom the horses.
3. a small area in a room, surrounded by glass, walls, etc., that contains a shower or toilet
-> a bathroom stall
4. the seats that are nearest to the stage in a theatre
-> the front row of the stalls
5. the seats at the front of a church where the choir (= singers) and priests sit
6. a situation in which a vehicle’s engine suddenly stops because it is not getting enough power
7. a situation in which an aircraft loses speed and goes steeply downwards
-> The plane went into a stall.
quầy hàng
stamp
noun
[/stæmp/]
1. a small piece of paper with a design on it that you buy and stick on an envelope or a package before you post it
2. a tool for printing the date or a design or mark onto a surface
-> a 67p stamp
3. a design or words made by stamping something onto a surface
-> men of a different stamp
4. a small piece of paper with a design on it, stuck on a document to show that a particular amount of money has been paid
5. the mark or sign of a particular quality or person
6. a kind or class, especially of people
7. an act or sound of stamping the foot
con tem
stare
verb
[/ster/]
1. to look at somebody/something for a long time
-> I screamed and everyone stared.
2. used to describe something that you have failed to see, even though it was obvious and should have been easy to see
-> Defeat was staring them in the face.
3. to be certain to happen
4. to be unable to avoid something
nhìn chằm chằm
start
noun
[/stɑːrt/]
1. the point at which something begins
-> Because of other commitments I can only write my book in fits and starts.
2. the act or process of beginning something
-> If we don’t hurry, we’ll miss the start.
3. the opportunity that you are given to begin something in a successful way
-> We need to get an early start in the morning.
4. the place where a race begins
-> She has been beaten only once in six starts.
5. an amount of time or distance that somebody has as an advantage over other people at the beginning of a race
6. an occasion when somebody/something competes in a race or competition, or when somebody is a member of a team that starts a game
7. an act of moving your body quickly and suddenly because you are surprised, afraid, etc.
8. frequently starting and stopping again; not continuously
9. used to emphasize the first of a list of reasons, opinions, etc.
10. from an initial position in which none of the necessary elements are in place
11. to make a very good start; to begin something well
bắt đầu
state
adjective
[/steɪt/]
1. provided or controlled by the government of a country
2. provided or controlled by a particular state of a country, especially in the US
-> state officials/agencies
3. connected with the leader of a country attending an official ceremony
tình trạng
state
verb
[/steɪt/]
1. to formally write or say something, especially in a careful and clear way
-> He has already stated his intention to run for election.
2. to fix or announce the details of something, especially on a written document
-> This is not one of their stated aims.
tình trạng
stem
noun
[/stem/]
1. the main long, thin part of a plant above the ground from which the leaves or flowers grow; a smaller part that grows from this and supports flowers or leaves
-> long, trailing stems of ivy
2. the long, thin part of a wine glass between the bowl and the base
3. the thin tube of a tobacco pipe
4. having one or more stems of the type mentioned
-> a long-stemmed rose
5. the main part of a word that stays the same when endings are added to it
-> ‘Writ’ is the stem of the forms ‘writes’, ‘writing’ and ‘written’.
6. all the way from the front of a ship to the back
thân cây
stem
verb
[/stem/]
1. to stop something that is flowing from spreading or increasing
-> The cut was bandaged to stem the bleeding.
thân cây
stereotype
noun
[/ˈsteriətaɪp/]
1. a fixed idea or image that many people have of a particular type of person or thing, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offence
-> cultural/gender/racial stereotypes
khuôn mẫu
stone
noun
[/stəʊn/]
1. a hard solid mineral substance that is found in the ground, often used for building
-> People should remember that our proposals aren’t set in stone.
2. a small piece of rock of any shape
-> Most of the houses are built of stone.
3. a piece of stone shaped for a particular purpose
-> a pile of stones
4. a rare valuable stone, such as a diamond, that is used in jewellery
-> These words are carved on the stone beside his grave.
5. a hard shell containing the nut or seed in the middle of some types of fruit
6. a small piece of hard material that can form in the bladder or kidney and cause pain
7. (in the UK) a unit for measuring weight, equal to 6.35 kilograms or 14 pounds
8. unable to be changed
9. to be a person who does not show other people sympathy
10. to achieve two things at the same time with one action
11. to try every possible course of action in order to find or achieve something
12. almost impossible to obtain
13. you should not criticize other people, because they will easily find ways of criticizing you
14. a person who moves from place to place, job to job, etc. does not have a lot of money, possessions or friends but is free from responsibilities
15. a very short distance away
cục đá
straight
adverb
[/streɪt/]
1. not in a curve or at an angle; in a straight line
-> I’ll do it straight away.
2. by a direct route; immediately
-> Keep straight on for two miles.
3. in or into a level or vertical position; in or into the correct position
4. honestly and directly
5. continuously without being interrupted
6. given by somebody who is directly involved and therefore likely to be accurate
7. to stop being a criminal and live an honest life
8. to be very obvious to somebody
9. to be honest and not try to trick somebody
10. immediately; without delay
11. if you say something straight from the shoulder, you are being very honest and direct, even if what you are saying is critical
12. without hesitating
13. used to ask if what somebody has said is true or to emphasize that what you have said is true
14. to think in a clear or logical way
thẳng
stranger
noun
[/ˈstreɪndʒər/]
1. a person that you do not know
-> There was a complete stranger sitting at my desk.
2. a person who is in a place that they have not been in before
-> Sorry, I don’t know where the bank is. I’m a stranger here myself.
3. to be familiar/not familiar with something because you have/have not experienced it many times before
người lạ
strict
adjective
[/strɪkt/]
1. that must be obeyed exactly
-> strict rules/regulations
2. demanding that rules, especially rules about behaviour, should be obeyed
-> a strict teacher/parent/disciplinarian
3. obeying the rules of a particular religion, belief, etc. exactly
-> a strict follower of the faith
4. very exact and clearly defined
-> It wasn’t illegal in the strict sense (of the word).
nghiêm ngặt
strip
noun
[/strɪp/]
1. a long narrow piece of paper, metal, cloth, etc.
2. a long narrow area of land, sea, etc.
-> a strip of material
3. the uniform that is worn by the members of a sports team when they are playing
-> the Gaza Strip
4. an act of taking your clothes off, especially in a sexually exciting way and in front of an audience
5. a street that has many shops, stores, restaurants, etc. along it
6. a series of drawings inside boxes that tell a story and are often published in newspapers
7. to speak angrily to somebody who has done something wrong
dải
structure
noun
[/ˈstrʌktʃər/]
1. the way in which the parts of something are connected together, arranged or organized; a particular arrangement of parts
-> the structure of the building
2. a thing that is made of several parts, especially a building
-> a stone/brick/wooden structure
3. the state of being well organized or planned with all the parts linked together; a careful plan
-> Your essay needs (a) structure.
kết cấu
struggle
verb
[/ˈstrʌɡl/]
1. to try very hard to do something when it is difficult or when there are a lot of problems
-> life as a struggling artist (= one who is very poor)
2. to move somewhere or do something with difficulty
-> I struggled up the hill with the heavy bags.
3. to fight against somebody/something in order to prevent a bad situation or result
-> Chloe continued to struggle, but her eyes began to close.
4. to fight somebody or try to get away from them
-> I struggled and screamed for help.
5. to compete or argue with somebody/something, especially in order to get something
-> rival leaders struggling for power
đấu tranh
subscriber
noun
[/səbˈskraɪbər/]
1. a person who pays money, usually once a year, to receive regular copies of a magazine or newspaper or have access to it online
-> subscribers to ‘New Scientist’
2. a person who pays to receive a service
-> subscribers to cable television
3. a person who gives money regularly to help the work of an organization such as a charity
-> subscribers to Oxfam
người đăng kí
suburb
noun
[/ˈsʌbɜːrb/]
1. an area where people live that is outside the centre of a city
-> a suburb of London
ngoại ô
successive
adjective
[/səkˈsesɪv/]
1. following immediately one after the other
-> This was their fourth successive win.
liên tiếp
such
pronoun
[/sʌtʃ/]
1. used to emphasize the great degree of something
-> This issue was of such importance that we could not afford to ignore it.
2. of the type already mentioned
-> They had been invited to a Hindu wedding and were not sure what happened on such occasions.
3. of the type that you are just going to mention
-> There is no such thing as a free lunch.
4. and similar things or people
5. as the word is usually understood; in the exact sense of the word
6. for example
7. of a kind that; like
8. used to say that there is not much of something or that it is of poor quality
như là
sugar
noun
[/ˈʃʊɡər/]
1. a sweet substance, often in the form of white or brown crystals, made from the juices of various plants, used in cooking or to make tea, coffee, etc. sweeter
-> Do you take sugar (= have it in your tea, coffee, etc.)?
2. the amount of sugar that a small spoon can hold or that is contained in a small cube, added to tea, coffee, etc.
-> How many sugars do you take in coffee?
3. any of various sweet substances that are found naturally in plants, fruit, etc.
-> fruit sugars
4. a way of addressing somebody that you like or love
-> See you later, sugar.
đường
suggest
verb
[/səˈdʒest/]
1. to put forward an idea or a plan for other people to think about
-> I’d like to suggest a different explanation for the company’s decline.
2. to tell somebody about a suitable person, thing, method, etc. for a particular job or purpose
-> Who would you suggest for the job?
3. to put an idea into somebody’s mind; to make somebody think that something is true
-> All the evidence suggests (that) he stole the money.
4. to state something indirectly
-> Are you suggesting (that) I’m lazy?
gợi ý
suit
verb
[/suːt/]
1. to be convenient or useful for somebody
-> If we met at two, would that suit you?
2. to make you look attractive
-> Blue suits you. You should wear it more often.
3. to be right or good for somebody/something
-> This hot weather doesn’t suit me.
4. to be convenient or useful for you/somebody
5. to be very convenient or acceptable for somebody
6. to do exactly what you would like
7. usually used in orders to tell somebody to do what they want, even though it annoys you
bộ đồ
suitable
adjective
[/ˈsuːtəbl/]
1. right or appropriate for a particular purpose or occasion
-> a suitable candidate
thích hợp
supervise
verb
[/ˈsuːpərvaɪz/]
1. to be in charge of somebody/something and make sure that everything is done correctly, safely, etc.
-> to supervise building work
giám sát
supervision
noun
[/ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒn/]
1. the work or activity involved in being in charge of somebody/something and making sure that everything is done correctly, safely, etc.
-> Very young children should not be left to play without supervision.
2. a meeting between a student and their tutor or supervisor that involves teaching and discussion of the student’s work
-> I have weekly supervisions.
giám sát
supplement
verb
[/ˈsʌplɪment/]
1. to add something to something in order to improve it or make it more complete
-> a diet supplemented with vitamin pills
phần bổ sung
supposedly
adverb
[/səˈpəʊzɪdli/]
1. according to what is generally thought or believed but not known for certain
-> The novel is supposedly based on a true story.
được cho là
suppress
verb
[/səˈpres/]
1. to put an end, often by force, to a group or an activity that is believed to threaten authority
-> The rebellion was brutally suppressed.
2. to prevent something from being published or made known
-> The police were accused of suppressing vital evidence.
3. to prevent yourself from having or expressing a feeling or an emotion
-> to suppress a smile
4. to prevent something from growing, developing or continuing
-> drugs that suppress the appetite
kìm nén
surrounding
adjective
[/səˈraʊndɪŋ/]
1. that is near or around something
-> Oxford and the surrounding area
xung quanh
swear
verb
[/swer/]
1. to use rude or offensive language, usually because you are angry
-> She fell over and swore loudly.
2. to make a serious promise to do something
-> He swore revenge on the man who had killed his father.
3. to promise that you are telling the truth
-> She swore (that) she’d never seen him before.
4. to make a public or official promise, especially in court
-> Witnesses were required to swear on the Bible.
5. to make somebody promise not to tell something to anyone
-> Everyone was sworn to secrecy about what had happened.
6. to say that something is definitely true
7. to often use very rude or offensive language
thề
swim
verb
[/swɪm/]
1. to move through water by moving your arms and legs, without touching the bottom
-> I can’t swim.
2. to spend time swimming for pleasure
-> I go swimming twice a week.
3. to move through or across water
-> Sharks must swim or die.
4. to be covered with a lot of liquid
-> The main course was swimming in oil.
5. to seem to be moving around, especially when you are ill or drunk
-> The pages swam before her eyes.
6. to feel confused and/or as if everything is turning round and round
-> His head swam and he swayed dizzily.
7. to be in a situation where you will either succeed by your own efforts or fail completely
bơi
sword
noun
[/sɔːrd/]
1. a weapon with a long metal blade (= sharp cutting part) and a handle
-> to draw/sheathe a sword (= to take it out of/put it into its cover)
2. to be something that has both advantages and disadvantages
3. to fight or argue with somebody
4. people who write books, poems, etc. have a greater effect on history and human affairs than soldiers and wars
5. to kill somebody with a sword
6. a bad or unpleasant thing that might happen to you at any time and that makes you feel worried or frightened
7. to stop fighting and return to peaceful activities
thanh kiếm
tackle
verb
[/ˈtækl/]
1. to make a determined effort to deal with a difficult problem or situation
-> The government is determined to tackle inflation.
2. to speak to somebody about a problem or difficult situation
-> I tackled him about the money he owed me.
3. to try and take the ball from an opponent
-> He was tackled just outside the penalty area.
4. to make an opponent fall to the ground in order to stop them running
-> He can run fast and tackle hard.
5. to deal with somebody who is violent or threatening you
-> He tackled a masked intruder at his home.
giải quyết
tag
noun
[/tæɡ/]
1. a small piece of paper, cloth, plastic, etc. attached to something to identify it or give information about it
-> He put name tags on all his shirts.
2. an electronic device that can be attached to a person, animal or object so that police, researchers, etc. know where the person, etc. is
-> The police use electronic tags to monitor the whereabouts of young offenders on probation.
3. a name or phrase that is used to describe a person or thing in some way
-> They are finally ready to drop the tag ‘the new Beatles’.
4. a word or phrase that is added to a sentence for emphasis, for example I do in Yes, I do
5. a set of letters or symbols that are put before and after a piece of text or data in order to identify it or show that it is to be treated in a particular way
6. a short quotation or saying in a foreign language
-> the Latin tag ‘Si vis pacem, para bellum.’ (= if you want peace, prepare for war)
7. a children’s game in which one child runs after the others and tries to touch one of them
8. a symbol or name used by a graffiti writer and painted in a public place
nhãn
tag
verb
[/tæɡ/]
1. to fasten a tag onto something/somebody
-> Each animal was tagged with a number for identification.
2. to attach an electronic device to a person, animal or object so that the police, researchers, etc. know where the person, etc. is
-> Persistent young offenders will be electronically tagged in a scheme to cut youth crime.
3. to give somebody/something a name that describes what they are or do
-> The country no longer wanted to be tagged as a Third World nation.
4. to add a set of letters or symbols to a piece of text or data in order to identify it or to show that it is to be treated in a particular way
5. to add a link to various users’ profiles from a photo on a social media website
-> If you upload a photo, people can tag the people in it.
6. to leave a name or mark on a piece of graffiti to show who made it
-> Graffiti artists started tagging and painting entire subway trains.
nhãn
talk
verb
[/tɔːk/]
1. to say things; to speak in order to give information or to express ideas or feelings
-> Try and talk some sense into her before she makes the wrong decision.
2. to discuss something, usually something serious or important
-> Stop talking and listen!
3. to say words in a language
4. to say things that are/are not sensible
5. used to emphasize an amount of money, how serious something is, etc.
6. to talk about a person’s private life
7. to give information to somebody, especially unwillingly
8. to try and persuade somebody to stop behaving in a stupid way, sometimes using rough or violent methods
9. to have knowledge about something from your own experience
10. used to tell somebody that they should not criticize somebody else for something because they do the same things too
11. people who have a lot of money have more power and influence than others
12. used when you like what somebody has suggested very much
13. people say speak/talk of the devil when somebody they have been talking about appears unexpectedly
14. to say something that you should not because it is the wrong situation or because it offends somebody
15. to be able to communicate easily with another person because you share similar opinions and experience
16. used to emphasize something
17. to talk to somebody about sex in order to make them sexually excited
18. to talk in a way that sounds convincing, but may not be sincere
19. to talk too much, especially about things that are boring or not important
20. used when you are going to say more about a subject that has already been mentioned
21. people say talk/speak of the devil when somebody they have been talking about appears unexpectedly
22. to talk about your work with the people you work with, especially when you are also with other people who are not connected with or interested in it
23. to be able to talk in a confident way that makes people think you are good at what you do
24. to say silly things while you are talking about a subject you do not understand
25. to tell people very strongly what you want
26. to talk about something seriously
27. to make excuses and give reasons for not doing something; to manage to get yourself out of a difficult situation
28. used to tell somebody that they should not criticize somebody else for something because they do the same things too
29. used to tell somebody that they should not criticize somebody else for something because they do the same things too
nói chuyện
target
noun
[/ˈtɑːrɡɪt/]
1. a result that you try to achieve
-> to meet/hit a target
2. an object, a person or a place that people aim at when attacking
-> They attacked military and civilian targets.
3. an object that people practise shooting at, especially a round board with circles on it
-> to aim at a target
mục tiêu
target
verb
[/ˈtɑːrɡɪt/]
1. to aim an attack or a criticism at somebody/something
-> He accused the group of deliberately targeting civilians.
2. to try to have an effect on a particular group of people or particular thing
-> Film-makers are increasingly targeting international markets.
mục tiêu
teacher
noun
[/ˈtiːtʃər/]
1. a person whose job is teaching, especially in a school
-> an English/a science teacher
giáo viên
teaching
noun
[/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/]
1. the work of a teacher
-> She wants to go into teaching (= make it a career).
2. the ideas of a particular person or group, especially about politics, religion or society, that are taught to other people
-> views that go against traditional Catholic teaching
giảng bài
temporarily
adverb
[/ˌtempəˈrerəli/]
1. in a way that lasts or is intended to last or be used only for a short time; in a way that is not permanent
-> We regret this service is temporarily unavailable.
một cách tạm thời
tend
verb
[/tend/]
1. to be likely to do something or to happen in a particular way because this is what often or usually happens
-> Women tend to live longer than men.
2. to take a particular direction or often have a particular quality
-> His views tend towards the extreme.
3. to care for somebody/something
-> a shepherd tending his sheep
4. to serve customers in a store, bar, etc.
-> He had a job tending bar in San Francisco.
có khuynh hướng
than
preposition
[/ðən/]
1. used to introduce the second part of a comparison
-> I’m older than her.
2. used for comparing amounts, numbers, distances, etc.
-> It never takes more than an hour.
3. used in expressions showing that one thing happens straight after another
-> No sooner had I sat down than there was a loud knock on the door.
4. except
5. different or in a different way from; not
hơn
the
definite article
[/ðə/]
1. used to refer to somebody/something that has already been mentioned or is easily understood
-> There were three questions. The first two were relatively easy but the third one was hard.
2. used to refer to somebody/something that is the only, normal or obvious one of their kind
-> the Mona Lisa
3. used when explaining which person or thing you mean
-> the house at the end of the street
4. used to refer to a thing in general rather than a particular example
-> He taught himself to play the violin.
5. used with adjectives to refer to a thing or a group of people described by the adjective
-> With him, you should always expect the unexpected.
6. used before the plural of somebody’s last name to refer to a whole family or a married couple
-> Don’t forget to invite the Jordans.
7. used with a unit of measurement to mean ‘every’
-> My car does forty miles to the gallon.
8. enough of something for a particular purpose
-> I wanted it but I didn’t have the money.
9. used with a unit of time to mean ‘the present’
-> Why not have the dish of the day?
10. used, stressing the, to show that the person or thing referred to is famous or important
-> Sheryl Crow? Not the Sheryl Crow?
11. used to show that two things change to the same degree
các
theatrical
adjective
[/θiˈætrɪkl/]
1. connected with the theatre
-> a theatrical agent
2. deliberately attracting attention or creating a particular effect in a way that seems false
-> a theatrical gesture
thuộc sân khấu
theme
noun
[/θiːm/]
1. the subject or main idea in a talk, piece of writing or work of art
-> the central/main/key/major theme
2. a short tune that is repeated or developed in a piece of music
-> The trumpets’ theme is then taken up by the rest of orchestra.
3. music that is played at the beginning and end and/or is often repeated in a film, television programme, etc.
-> the theme from ‘The Godfather’
4. a short piece of writing on a particular subject, done for school
5. the part of a sentence or clause that contains information that is not new to the reader or audience
chủ đề
therapist
noun
[/ˈθerəpɪst/]
1. a specialist who treats a particular type of illness or problem, or who uses a particular type of treatment
-> a speech therapist
2. a person who is trained to treat somebody who has problems with their mental health by talking with them
nhà trị liệu
third
noun
[/θɜːrd/]
1. each of three equal parts of something
-> He divided the money into thirds.
2. the lowest standard of degree given by a British university
ngày thứ ba
this
adverb
[/ðɪs/]
1. to this degree; so
-> It’s about this high (= as high as I am showing you with my hands).
cái này
this
determiner
[/ðɪs/]
1. used to refer to a particular person, thing or event that is close to you, especially compared with another
-> How long have you been living in this country?
2. used to refer to something/somebody that has already been mentioned
-> There was a court case resulting from this incident.
3. used for introducing somebody/yourself
-> Hello, this is Carlos Diaz (= on the phone).
4. used for showing somebody to something or calling somebody’s attention to something
-> Do it like this (= in the way I am showing you).
5. used with periods of time related to the present
-> this week/month/year
6. used to refer to somebody/something that is connected with a person, especially when you have a particular attitude towards it or them
-> These new friends of hers are supposed to be very rich.
7. used when you are telling a story or telling somebody about something
-> There was this strange man sitting next to me on the plane.
8. various things or activities
cái này
threaten
verb
[/ˈθretn/]
1. to say that you will cause trouble, hurt somebody, etc. if you do not get what you want
-> They broke my windows and threatened me.
2. to seem likely to happen or cause something unpleasant
-> A storm was threatening.
3. to be a danger to something
-> Pollution is threatening marine life.
hăm dọa
thrilled
adjective
[/θrɪld/]
1. very excited and pleased
-> ‘Are you pleased?’ ‘I’m thrilled.’
hồi hộp
thrive
verb
[/θraɪv/]
1. to become, and continue to be, successful, strong, healthy, etc.
-> New businesses thrive in this area.
phát triển
tide
noun
[/taɪd/]
1. a regular rise and fall in the level of the sea, caused by the pull of the moon and sun; the flow of water that happens as the sea rises and falls
-> the ebb and flow of the tide
2. the direction in which the opinion of a large number of people seems to be moving
-> It takes courage to speak out against the tide of opinion.
3. a large amount of something unpleasant that is increasing and is difficult to control
-> There is anxiety about the rising tide of crime.
4. a feeling that you suddenly have that gets stronger and stronger
-> A tide of rage surged through her.
5. a time or season of the year
-> Christmastide
6. to agree with/oppose the attitudes or opinions that most other people have
7. used to say that there is a change in somebody’s luck or in how successful they are being
thủy triều
tidy
verb
[/ˈtaɪdi/]
1. to make something look neat by putting things in the place where they belong
-> I spent all morning cleaning and tidying.
ngăn nắp
tie
noun
[/taɪ/]
1. a long, narrow piece of cloth worn around the neck, especially by men, with a knot in front
2. a piece of string or wire used for fastening or tying something
-> He was dressed impeccably in a suit and tie.
3. a strong connection between people or organizations
-> the first leg of the tie between Leeds and Roma
4. a thing that limits somebody’s freedom of action
5. a situation in a game or competition when two or more players have the same score
6. a sports match, especially a football (soccer) match, that is part of a larger competition
7. a curved line written over two notes of the same pitch (= how high or low a note is) to show that they are to be played or sung as one note
8. one of the heavy pieces of wood or concrete on which the rails (= metal bars) on a railway track are laid
cà vạt
timber
noun
[/ˈtɪmbər/]
1. trees that are grown to be used in building or for making things
-> the timber industry
2. wood that is prepared for use in building, etc.
-> houses built of timber
3. a long heavy piece of wood used in building a house or ship
-> roof timbers
4. used to warn people that a tree that has been cut is about to fall
gỗ
time
noun
[/taɪm/]
1. what is measured in minutes, hours, days, etc.
-> They’re working against time to try and get people out of the rubble alive.
2. the time shown on a clock in minutes and hours
-> The world exists in time and space.
3. the time measured in a particular part of the world
-> What time is it/What’s the time?
4. the time when something happens or when something should happen
-> 6 o’clock local time
5. an amount of time; the amount of time available to work, rest, etc.
-> What time do you finish work?
6. a period of time, either long or short, during which you do something or something happens
7. a period of history connected with particular events or experiences in people’s lives
8. an occasion when you do something or when something happens
9. an event or occasion that you experience in a particular way
10. how long somebody takes to run a race or complete an event
11. the number of beats (= units of rhythm) in a bar of music
12. the correct speed and rhythm of a piece of music
13. used to say that something should have happened before now
14. if you do something against time, you do it as fast as you can because you do not have much time
15. earlier/later than was expected
16. having advanced or new ideas that other people use or copy later
17. during the whole of a particular period of time
18. very often; repeatedly
19. always
20. even when the circumstances are very good
21. at one time; together
22. used to introduce a fact that is different and must be considered
23. separately or in groups of two, three, etc. on each occasion
24. at the age you are (especially when you are not young)
25. sometimes
26. to mark or follow the rhythm of music, by waving a stick, tapping your foot (= hitting it against the floor), etc.
27. happening before you were born or can remember or before you lived, worked, etc. somewhere
28. before the usual time in somebody’s life when something happens
29. old-fashioned in your ideas, methods, etc.
30. to be able to take advantage of opportunities when they come
31. to still be alive after the time when you were expected to die
32. to be doing something that other people are likely to soon stop you from doing
33. used to encourage somebody who has not been successful at something
34. to wait for the right time to do something
35. to do something in order to delay an event, a decision, etc.
36. to say or decide that it is time for something to finish
37. a very difficult or unpleasant job or time
38. to spend time in prison
39. whenever there is a choice
40. if you do something for old times’ sake, you do it because it is connected with something good that happened to you in the past
41. for a short period of time but not permanently
42. beginning on that day; from that time
43. occasionally but not regularly
44. to delay something so that you can have more time to make a decision, deal with a problem, etc.
45. to deliberately make a situation difficult and unpleasant for somebody
46. used to say that you prefer a particular thing or person to the one that has just been mentioned
47. to have no difficulties or problems
48. to enjoy yourself very much
49. to like and be interested in somebody/something
50. to dislike somebody/something
51. to have many problems or difficulties to deal with; to not be successful
52. to enjoy yourself very much
53. to have nothing to do or not be busy
54. to enjoy yourself very much; to have a very good time
55. when enough time has passed
56. when the time is appropriate, usually after a long period
57. early; with enough time so that you are not in a hurry
58. used to say that something will be done or will happen at the appropriate time and not before
59. at the very last moment; just before something bad happens, so that you manage to avoid it, but only just
60. so soon or so quickly that it is surprising
61. a long time ago in the past
62. how and when you want to, even though this might annoy other people
63. when you are ready and not sooner
64. in your free time and not when you usually work or study
65. after a period of time when a situation has changed
66. not late; with enough time to be able to do something
67. used to say that you think somebody should do something soon
68. used to say that something will definitely happen, although you are not sure when
69. to change and develop your ideas, way of working, etc. so that you do what is modern and what is expected
70. to spend time doing something that is not important while you are waiting for something else to happen
71. used to say hello to somebody you have not seen for a long time
72. to complete a journey quickly
73. to do something quickly or very often because you wish you had started doing it sooner
74. many times; frequently
75. to pass the time while you wait for something more interesting
76. to make marching movements without moving forwards
77. on the next, first, etc. occasion that the same thing happens
78. used to say that something is usually true or almost always happens
79. almost always
80. used to say that something should have happened before now
81. to refuse to speak to somebody because you do not like or respect them
82. now is the best time to do something, not in the future
83. that has ever existed
84. used, especially at the beginning of stories, to mean ‘a long time ago in the past’
85. at the arranged or correct time; not late
86. to say hello to somebody and have a short conversation with them
87. to find or create reasons why something has to be delayed, often so you have longer to prepare for it
88. a situation in which you have to do something or finish something very fast before it is too late
89. something that you feel shows what things are like now, especially how bad they are
90. it is better to deal with something immediately because if you wait it may become worse or more difficult and cause extra work
91. to not think about what will happen in the future
92. to use as much time as you need without hurrying
93. used to say you think somebody is late or is too slow in doing something
94. to spend some time away from your usual work or activity in order to rest or do something else instead
95. the fact that something has not happened before does not mean that it will never happen
96. used when you have failed to do something twice and hope that you will succeed the third time
97. often; on many or all occasions
98. one and a half times the usual rate of pay
99. time seems to pass very quickly
100. time is valuable, and should not be wasted
101. used to say that somebody can wait for something to happen or can wait before doing something
102. used to say that something used to happen in the past
103. used to say that you will have to wait for some time to find out the result of a situation
104. during the whole of a particular period of time
105. very often; repeatedly
thời gian
timely
adjective
[/ˈtaɪmli/]
1. happening at exactly the right time
-> A nasty incident was prevented by the timely arrival of the police.
hợp thời
to
infinitive marker
[/tə/]
1. used to show purpose or intention
-> I set out to buy food.
2. used to show the result of something
-> She managed to escape.
3. used to show the cause of something
-> I’m sorry to hear that.
4. used to show an action that you want or are advised to do
-> I’d love to go to France this summer.
5. used to show something that is known or reported about a particular person or thing
-> The house was said to be haunted.
6. used to show that one action immediately follows another
-> I reached the station only to find that my train had already left.
7. used to show that you must or should do something
-> You are not to talk during the exam.
ĐẾN
tomato
noun
[/təˈmeɪtəʊ/]
1. a soft fruit with a lot of juice and shiny red skin that is eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked
-> a bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich
cà chua
top
verb
[/tɑːp/]
1. to be higher than a particular amount
-> And then, to top it all, it started to rain!
2. to be in the highest position on a list because you are the most successful, important, etc.
-> Worldwide sales look set to top $1 billion.
3. to put something on the top of something else
4. to say or do something that is better, funnier, more impressive, etc. than something that somebody else has said or done in the past
5. to kill yourself deliberately
6. to reach the highest point of a hill, etc.
7. to cut the top and bottom parts off fruit and vegetables to prepare them to be cooked or eaten
8. used to introduce the final piece of information that is worse than the other bad things that you have just mentioned
đứng đầu
topic
noun
[/ˈtɑːpɪk/]
1. a subject that you talk, write or learn about
-> The main topic of conversation was Tom’s new girlfriend.
2. not appropriate or relevant to the situation
3. appropriate or relevant to the situation
đề tài
torture
verb
[/ˈtɔːrtʃər/]
1. to hurt somebody physically or mentally in order to punish them or make them tell you something
-> Many of the rebels were captured and tortured by secret police.
2. to make somebody feel extremely unhappy or anxious
-> He spent his life tortured by the memories of his childhood.
tra tấn
toss
verb
[/tɔːs/]
1. to throw something lightly or carelessly
2. to throw a coin in the air in order to decide something, especially by guessing which side is facing upwards when it lands
-> I tossed the book aside and got up.
3. to move your head suddenly upwards, especially to show that you are annoyed or impatient
4. to move or make somebody/something move from side to side or up and down
5. to shake or turn food in order to cover it with oil, butter, etc.
6. to throw a pancake upwards so that it turns over in the air and lands back in the frying pan so you can fry the other side
quăng
totally
adverb
[/ˈtəʊtəli/]
1. completely
-> They come from totally different cultures.
Tổng cộng
toy
noun
[/tɔɪ/]
1. an object for children to play with
-> cuddly/stuffed toys
2. an object that you have for fun or pleasure rather than for a serious purpose
-> executive toys
đồ chơi
trace
noun
[/treɪs/]
1. a mark, an object or a sign that shows that somebody/something existed or was present
-> It’s exciting to discover traces of earlier civilizations.
2. a very small amount of something
-> The post-mortem revealed traces of poison in his stomach.
3. a line or pattern on paper or a screen that shows information that is found by a machine
-> The trace showed a normal heart rhythm.
4. a search to find out information about the identity of somebody/something, especially what number a phone call was made from
-> The police ran a trace on the call.
5. one of the two long pieces of leather that fasten a carriage or cart to the horse that pulls it
6. to start to behave badly and refuse to accept any discipline or control
dấu vết
transfer
verb
[/trænsˈfɜːr/]
1. to move from one place to another; to move something/somebody from one place to another
2. to move from one job, school, situation, etc. to another; to arrange for somebody to move
-> The film studio is transferring to Hollywood.
3. to change to a different vehicle during a journey; to arrange for somebody to change to a different vehicle during a journey
4. to copy information, music, an idea, etc. from one method of recording or presenting it to another; to be recorded or presented in a different way
5. if you transfer a feeling, a disease, or power, etc. from one person to another, the second person has it, often instead of the first
6. to officially arrange for something to belong to somebody else or for somebody else to control something
7. to move, or to move somebody, to a different sports team, especially a professional football (soccer) team
8. to send a phone call that you have received to another phone number
chuyển khoản
transform
verb
[/trænsˈfɔːrm/]
1. to change the form of something; to change in form
-> The photochemical reactions transform the light into electrical impulses.
2. to completely change the appearance or character of something/somebody, especially so that it is better; to completely change in appearance or character
-> A new colour scheme will transform your bedroom.
biến đổi
transmission
noun
[/trænzˈmɪʃn/]
1. the act or process of passing something from one person, place or thing to another
-> the transmission of the disease
2. the act or process of sending out an electronic signal or message or of broadcasting a radio or television programme
-> the transmission of computer data along telephone lines
3. a radio or television message or broadcast
-> a live transmission from Sydney
4. the system in a vehicle by which power is passed from the engine to the wheels
quá trình lây truyền
trauma
noun
[/ˈtrɔːmə/]
1. a mental condition caused by severe shock, stress or fear, especially when the harmful effects last for a long time
-> the effects of trauma and stress on the body
2. a very frightening or upsetting experience
-> She felt exhausted after the traumas of recent weeks.
3. an injury
-> The patient suffered severe brain trauma.
tổn thương
travel
noun
[/ˈtrævl/]
1. the act or activity of travelling
-> air/rail/space travel
2. time spent travelling, especially in foreign countries and for pleasure
-> The novel is based on his travels in India.
du lịch
treat
verb
[/triːt/]
1. to behave in a particular way towards somebody/something
-> They treat their workers like dirt.
2. to consider something in a particular way
-> to treat people with respect
3. to deal with or discuss something in a particular way
-> The question is treated in more detail in the next chapter.
4. to give medical care or attention to a person, an illness, an injury, etc.
5. to use a chemical substance or process to clean, protect, preserve, etc. something
6. to pay for something that somebody/you will enjoy and that you do not usually have or do
7. to treat somebody with no respect at all
đối xử
trial
noun
[/ˈtraɪəl/]
1. a formal examination of evidence in court by a judge and often a jury, to decide if somebody accused of a crime is guilty or not
-> Children learn to use computer programs by trial and error.
2. the process of testing the ability, quality or performance of somebody/something, especially before you make a final decision about them
-> a murder/criminal trial
3. a competition or series of tests to find the best players for a sports team or an important event
4. an event at which animals compete or perform
5. an experience or a person that causes difficulties for somebody
6. the process of solving a problem by trying various methods until you find a method that is successful
sự thử nghiệm
tribal
adjective
[/ˈtraɪbl/]
1. connected with a tribe or tribes
-> tribal art
bộ lạc
true
adjective
[/truː/]
1. connected with facts rather than things that have been invented or guessed
-> Winning the medal was like a dream come true.
2. real or exact, especially when this is different from how something seems
-> Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.
3. having the qualities or characteristics of the thing mentioned
-> It was true love between them.
4. used to admit that a particular fact or statement is correct, although you think that something else is more important
5. showing respect and support for a particular person or belief in a way that does not change, even in different situations
6. being an accurate version or copy of something
7. straight and accurate
8. to become reality
9. to give the impression of being sincere/true or not sincere/true
10. used to say that you cannot believe that something is as good as it seems
11. that you have used or relied on in the past successfully
12. your real character, rather than the one that you usually allow other people to see
13. used to say that somebody is behaving in the way that you expect them to behave, especially when this is annoying
14. seeming real rather than invented
ĐÚNG VẬY
trustee
noun
[/trʌˈstiː/]
1. a person or an organization that has control of money or property that has been put into a trust for somebody
-> The bank will act as trustees for the estate until the child is 18.
2. a member of a group of people that controls the financial affairs and decides the policy of a charity or other organization
-> the board of trustees
người được ủy thác
twin
noun
[/twɪn/]
1. one of two children born at the same time to the same mother
-> She’s expecting twins.
2. one of two similar things that make a pair
-> The plate was one of a pair but I broke its twin.
sinh đôi
twist
verb
[/twɪst/]
1. to bend or turn something into a particular shape
-> Marcia laughed as she twisted the knife still deeper.
2. to bend or turn something into a shape or position that is not normal or natural; to be bent or turned in this way
-> Twist the wire to form a circle.
3. to turn part of your body around while the rest stays still
-> He grabbed me and twisted my arm behind my back.
4. to turn your body with quick, sharp movements and change direction often
5. to turn something around in a circle with your hand
6. to bend and change direction often
7. to injure part of your body, especially your ankle, wrist or knee, bending it in an uncomfortable way
8. to wind something around or through an object
9. to move or grow by winding around something
10. to deliberately change the meaning of what somebody has said, or to present facts in a particular way, in order to benefit yourself or harm somebody else
11. to turn or wind strings, etc. together to make something longer or thicker
12. to say or do something unkind deliberately; to make somebody who is unhappy feel even more unhappy
13. to persuade or force somebody to do something
14. to persuade somebody to do anything that you want
xoắn
two
number
[/tuː/]
1. 2
-> There are only two cookies left.
2. to be unable to decide what you think about somebody/something, or whether to do something or not
3. one or a few days, moments, pounds, etc.
4. to fail to be or to get either of two choices, both of which would have been acceptable
5. in or into two pieces or halves
6. two or three at a time; in small numbers
7. very soon
8. one person cannot be completely responsible for something
9. used to say that two people or groups, and not just one, are responsible for something that has happened (usually something bad)
10. to be very poor, stupid, etc.
11. to guess the truth from what you see, hear, etc.
12. I am in the same position or I agree with you
13. very common and therefore not valuable
14. used to talk about two ways of looking at the same situation
hai
type
noun
[/taɪp/]
1. a class or group of people or things that share particular qualities or features and are part of a larger group; a kind or sort
-> a rare blood type
2. a person of a particular character, with particular features, etc.
-> She’s the artistic type.
3. having the qualities or features of the group, person or thing mentioned
-> a police-type badge
4. letters that are printed or typed
-> The type was too small for me to read.
kiểu
tyre
noun
[/ˈtaɪər/]
1. a thick rubber ring that fits around the edge of a wheel of a car, bicycle, etc.
-> a front/rear tyre
2. to test the quality of something to see whether it is suitable for you before you buy it
lốp xe
umbrella
noun
[/ʌmˈbrelə/]
1. an object with a round folding frame of long, straight pieces of metal covered with material, that you use to protect yourself from the rain or from hot sun
-> to carry/hold an umbrella
2. a thing that contains or includes many different parts or elements
-> Many previously separate groups are now operating under the umbrella of a single authority.
3. a country or system that protects people
-> the American nuclear umbrella over Europe
Chiếc ô
underlying
adjective
[/ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ/]
1. important in a situation but not always easily noticed or stated clearly
-> The underlying assumption is that the amount of money available is limited.
2. existing under the surface of something else
-> the underlying rock formation
cơ bản
understand
verb
[/ˌʌndərˈstænd/]
1. to know or realize the meaning of words, a language, what somebody says, etc.
-> I was given to understand that she had resigned.
2. to know or realize how or why something happens, how it works or why it is important
-> Can you understand French?
3. to know somebody’s character, how they feel and why they behave in the way they do
4. to think or believe that something is true because you have been told that it is
5. to agree something with somebody without it needing to be said
6. to realize that a word in a phrase or sentence is not expressed and to supply it in your mind
7. to make somebody believe/understand something
8. to make your meaning clear, especially in another language
hiểu
understanding
noun
[/ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/]
1. the knowledge that somebody has about a particular subject or situation
-> Students will gain a broad understanding of the workings of Parliament.
2. the ability to understand why people behave in a particular way and to forgive them when they do something wrong
-> Organizers of the rally say they want to promote understanding, tolerance and open-mindedness.
3. an informal agreement
-> We finally came to an understanding about what hours we would work.
4. the particular way in which somebody understands something
-> My understanding of the situation is different.
5. used to introduce a condition that must be agreed before something else can happen
sự hiểu biết
underwear
noun
[/ˈʌndərwer/]
1. clothes that you wear under other clothes and next to the skin
-> I never wear underwear.
đồ lót
unfortunate
adjective
[/ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət/]
1. having bad luck; caused by bad luck
-> He was unfortunate to lose in the final round.
2. if you say that a situation is unfortunate, you wish that it had not happened or that it had been different
-> She described the decision as ‘unfortunate’.
3. embarrassing and/or offensive
-> It was an unfortunate choice of words.
thật không may
unity
noun
[/ˈjuːnəti/]
1. the state of being in agreement and working together; the state of being joined together to form one unit
-> European unity
2. the quality of looking or being complete in a natural and attractive way
-> The design lacks unity.
3. any of the principles of classical or neoclassical theatre that limit the action of a play to a single story, day and place
-> the unities of action, time and place
4. a single thing that may consist of a number of different parts
-> If society is to exist as a unity, its members must have shared values.
5. the number one
đoàn kết
universal
adjective
[/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsl/]
1. done by or involving all the people in the world or in a particular group
-> Such problems are a universal feature of old age.
2. true or right at all times and in all places
-> universal facts about human nature
phổ quát
universe
noun
[/ˈjuːnɪvɜːrs/]
1. the whole of space and everything in it, including the earth, the planets and the stars
-> Could there be intelligent life elsewhere in the universe?
2. a system of stars, planets, etc. in space outside our own
-> The idea of a parallel universe is hard to grasp.
3. a particular area of experience or activity
-> the moral universe
vũ trụ
university
noun
[/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəti/]
1. an institution at the highest level of education where you can study for a degree or do research
-> Is there a university in this town?
2. the experience of life thought of as giving somebody an education, instead of the person gaining formal qualifications
trường đại học
unknown
adjective
[/ˌʌnˈnəʊn/]
1. not known or identified
-> A previously unknown group claimed responsibility for the bombing.
2. not famous or well known
-> She was then still relatively unknown.
3. never happening or existing
-> The disease is as yet unknown in Europe (= there have been no cases there).
4. a person or thing whose qualities or abilities are not yet known
5. without the person mentioned being aware of it
không xác định
unusual
adjective
[/ʌnˈjuːʒuəl/]
1. different from what is usual or normal
-> The case is highly unusual.
2. different from other similar things and therefore interesting and attractive
-> an unusual colour
3. a category of very severe punishment that is banned under US law
bất thường
unveil
verb
[/ˌʌnˈveɪl/]
1. to remove a cover or curtain from a painting, statue, etc. so that it can be seen in public for the first time
-> The Queen unveiled a plaque to mark the official opening of the hospital.
2. to show or introduce a new plan, product, etc. to the public for the first time
-> They will be unveiling their new models at the Motor Show.
tiết lộ
update
noun
[/ˈʌpdeɪt/]
1. a report or broadcast that gives the most recent information about something; a new version of something containing the most recent information
-> They will send you regular updates by email.
2. the most recent improvements to a computer program that are sent to users of the program
-> software updates
cập nhật
upgrade
noun
[/ˈʌpɡreɪd/]
1. the act of making a machine, computer system, etc. more powerful and efficient; the more powerful and efficient machine, computer system, etc.
-> instructions for installing an upgrade to the existing system
2. the act of improving the condition of a building, etc. in order to provide a better service
-> The building urgently needs an upgrade.
3. the act of giving somebody a better seat on a plane, room in a hotel, etc. than the one that they paid for; the seat, room, etc. itself
-> Frequent flyers qualify for a free upgrade.
nâng cấp
upgrade
verb
[/ˌʌpˈɡreɪd/]
1. to make a machine, computer system, etc. more powerful and efficient; to start using a new and better version of a machine, system, etc.
-> We are constantly upgrading our software to meet customers’ needs.
2. to improve the condition of a building, etc. in order to provide a better service
-> to upgrade the town’s leisure facilities
3. to give somebody a better seat on a plane, room in a hotel, etc. than the one that they have paid for
-> On the flight back, we were upgraded to business class.
4. to give somebody a more important job
nâng cấp
urgent
adjective
[/ˈɜːrdʒənt/]
1. that needs to be dealt with or happen immediately
-> The police have issued an urgent appeal for information.
2. showing that you think that something needs to be dealt with immediately
-> an urgent whisper
cấp bách
vacuum
noun
[/ˈvækjuːm/]
1. a space that is completely empty of all substances, including all air or other gas
-> a vacuum pump (= one that creates a vacuum)
2. a situation in which somebody/something is missing
-> His resignation has created a vacuum which cannot easily be filled.
3. the act of cleaning something with a vacuum cleaner
-> to give a room a quick vacuum
4. existing separately from other people, events, etc. when there should be a connection
máy hút bụi
vague
adjective
[/veɪɡ/]
1. not clear in a person’s mind
-> to have a vague impression/memory/recollection of something
2. not having or giving enough information or details about something
-> She’s a little vague about her plans for next year.
3. suggesting a lack of clear thought or attention
-> His vague manner concealed a brilliant mind.
4. not having a clear shape
-> In the darkness they could see the vague outline of a church.
mơ hồ
variable
adjective
[/ˈveriəbl/]
1. often changing; likely to change
-> variable temperatures
2. able to be changed
-> The drill has variable speed control.
Biến đổi
venue
noun
[/ˈvenjuː/]
1. a place where people meet for an organized event, for example a concert, sporting event or conference
-> The band will be playing at 20 different venues on their UK tour.
địa điểm
via
preposition
[/ˈvaɪə/]
1. through a place
-> We flew home via Dubai.
2. by means of a particular person, system, etc.
-> I heard about the sale via Jane.
thông qua
vicious
adjective
[/ˈvɪʃəs/]
1. violent and cruel
-> a vicious attack
2. aggressive and dangerous
-> a vicious dog
3. full of hate and anger
-> She wrote me a vicious letter.
4. very bad or severe
-> a vicious headache
luẩn quẩn
victim
noun
[/ˈvɪktɪm/]
1. a person who has been attacked, injured or killed as the result of a crime, a disease, an accident, etc.
-> shooting/murder victims
2. a person who has been tricked
-> They were the victims of a cruel hoax.
3. a person or thing that is badly affected by a situation, a decision, etc.
-> Schools are the latest victims of cuts in public spending.
4. an animal or a person that is killed and offered as a sacrifice
-> a sacrificial victim
5. to be injured, cheated, damaged or killed by somebody/something
nạn nhân
village
noun
[/ˈvɪlɪdʒ/]
1. a very small town located in a country area
-> We visited towns and villages all over Spain.
2. the people who live in a village
-> The whole village was invited to the party.
làng bản
vitamin
noun
[/ˈvaɪtəmɪn/]
1. a natural substance found in food that is an essential part of what humans and animals need to help them grow and stay healthy. There are many different vitamins.
-> vitamin A/B/D/E
vitamin
vocal
adjective
[/ˈvəʊkl/]
1. connected with the voice
-> vocal music
2. telling people your opinions or protesting about something loudly and with confidence
-> He has been very vocal in his criticism of the government’s policy.
phát âm
voice
noun
[/vɔɪs/]
1. the sound or sounds produced through the mouth by a person speaking or singing
-> She was screaming at the top of her voice.
2. having a voice of the type mentioned
-> I could hear voices in the next room.
3. the right to express your opinion and influence decisions
-> He pledged that his party would listen to the voice of the people.
4. a particular attitude, opinion or feeling that is expressed; a feeling or an opinion that you become aware of inside yourself
-> The Royal Society is the voice of the British science establishment.
5. an organization that expresses the opinion of a particular section of society
6. the form of a verb that shows whether the subject of a sentence performs the action (the active voice) or is affected by it (the passive voice)
7. sound produced by movement of the vocal cords used in the pronunciation of vowels and some consonants
8. as loudly as possible
9. to be able to speak or express your opinion
10. to express your feelings, worries, etc.
11. to like talking a lot or too much, usually without wanting to listen to other people
12. to express your feelings, opinions, etc. in a way that makes people notice and consider them
13. the voice of God or your conscience, that tells you to do what is morally right
14. as a group; with everyone agreeing
tiếng nói
volume
noun
[/ˈvɑːljəm/]
1. the amount of space that an object or a substance fills; the amount of space that a container has
-> How do you measure the volume of a gas?
2. the amount of something
-> the sheer volume (= large amount) of business
3. the amount of sound that is produced by a television, radio, etc.
-> to turn the volume up/down
4. a book that is part of a series of books
-> an encyclopedia in 20 volumes
5. a book
-> a library of over 50 000 volumes
6. a series of different issues of the same magazine, especially all the issues for one year
-> ‘New Scientist’ volume 142, number 3
7. to tell you a lot about something/somebody, without the need for words
âm lượng
war
noun
[/wɔːr/]
1. a situation in which two or more countries or groups of people fight against each other over a period of time
-> the Second World War
2. a situation in which there is aggressive competition between groups, companies, countries, etc.
-> The US threatened a trade war with Europe after the breakdown of the talks.
3. a fight or an effort over a long period of time to get rid of or stop something unpleasant
-> The government has declared war on drug dealers.
4. in some situations any type of behaviour is acceptable to get what you want
5. to have been injured in a fight or an accident
6. an attempt to defeat your opponents by putting pressure on them so that they lose courage or confidence
7. a bitter argument over a period of time between two or more people or groups
chiến tranh
warehouse
noun
[/ˈwerhaʊs/]
1. a building where large quantities of goods are stored, especially before they are sent to shops to be sold
-> Police are investigating a fire at a furniture warehouse.
kho
warfare
noun
[/ˈwɔːrfer/]
1. the activity of fighting a war, especially using particular weapons or methods
-> air/naval/guerrilla warfare
2. the activity of competing in an aggressive way with another group, company, etc.
-> gang warfare
chiến tranh
warrant
verb
[/ˈwɔːrənt/]
1. to make something necessary or appropriate in a particular situation
-> Further investigation is clearly warranted.
2. used to tell somebody that you are sure of something and that they can be sure of it too
lệnh bảo đảm
warrior
noun
[/ˈwɔːriər/]
1. (especially in the past) a person who fights in a battle or war
-> a warrior nation (= whose people are skilled in fighting)
2. a person who leads or takes part in a campaign for a political or social cause, especially in an aggressive way that other people think is bad
-> These social justice warriors want to apply their politically correct standards and rules to others’ speech.
chiến binh
wash
noun
[/wɑːʃ/]
1. an act of cleaning somebody/something using water and usually soap
-> These towels are ready for a wash.
2. an area of water that has waves and is moving a lot, especially after a boat has moved through it; the sound made by this
-> The dinghy was rocked by the wash of a passing ferry.
3. a thin layer of a liquid, especially paint, that is put on a surface
-> The walls were covered with a pale yellow wash.
4. a liquid containing soap, used for cleaning your skin
-> an antiseptic skin wash
5. used to say that the truth about a situation will be made known at some time in the future
6. used to make somebody less anxious by telling them that any problems or difficulties will be solved in the future
rửa
waste
noun
[/weɪst/]
1. the act of using something in a careless or unnecessary way, causing it to be lost or destroyed
-> You are a pathetic waste of space!
2. a situation in which it is not worth spending time, money, etc. on something
-> I hate unnecessary waste.
3. materials that are no longer needed and are thrown away
-> These meetings are a complete waste of time.
4. solid or liquid material that the body gets rid of
5. a large area of land where there are very few people, animals or plants
6. a person who is not useful or good at anything
rác thải
watch
noun
[/wɑːtʃ/]
1. a type of small clock that you wear on your wrist, or (in the past) carried in your pocket
-> She kept looking anxiously at her watch.
2. the act of watching somebody/something carefully in case of possible danger or problems
-> The police have mounted a watch outside the hotel.
3. a fixed period of time, usually while other people are asleep, during which somebody watches for any danger so that they can warn others, for example on a ship; the person or people who do this
-> I go on watch in an hour.
4. a notice or an announcement that warns the public that there may be severe weather conditions very soon
-> They’re in charge of issuing the tornado watches.
5. to be looking carefully for somebody/something that you expect to see, especially in order to avoid possible danger
6. to watch somebody/something carefully
đồng hồ
weak
adjective
[/wiːk/]
1. not physically strong
-> His sudden smile made her go weak at the knees.
2. that cannot support a lot of weight; likely to break
-> She is still weak after her illness.
3. easy to influence; not having much power
4. people who are poor, sick or without power
5. not financially strong or successful
6. a weak liquid contains a lot of water
7. not easily seen or heard
8. not good at something
9. that people are not likely to believe or be persuaded by
10. done without enthusiasm or energy
11. the part of a person’s character, an argument, etc. that is easy to attack or criticize
12. a weak verb forms the past tense and past participle by adding a regular ending and not by changing a vowel. In English this is done by adding -d, -ed or -t (for example walk, walked).
13. used when there is no stress on the word. For example, the weak form of and is /ən/ or /n/, as in fish and chips /fɪʃ ən tʃɪps/.
14. you intend to do good things but you are too lazy, weak or busy to actually do them
15. hardly able to stand because of emotion, fear, illness, etc.
16. the point at which a system or an organization is most likely to fail
yếu đuối
wednesday
noun
[/ˈwenzdeɪ/]
1. the day of the week after Tuesday and before Thursday
-> It’s Wednesday today, isn’t it?
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