around town
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the local area or vicinity.
- In various places throughout the town.
- Adjective
- Socially active and well-known in the town.
A1Moreat risk
US
UK
- Phrase
- In danger; likely to be harmed
bear
US /bɛr/
UK /bɛː/
- Transitive Verb
- To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- To give birth to a child; to produce fruit
- Countable Noun
- Large brown animal with fur that lives in forests
- Someone who expects stock market to fall
A2Morebear on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To have an influence or effect on something.
charity
US /ˈtʃærɪti/
UK /'tʃærətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Kindness and willingness to forgive, help
- Institution providing help to the needy, the sick
A2Morefabric
US /ˈfæbrɪk/
UK /ˈfæbrɪk/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Cloth or material
- Basic structure
B1TOEICMorego towards
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To move in the direction of someone or something.
B1Moreguide
US /ɡaɪd/
UK /ɡaɪd/
- Transitive Verb
- To help or advise someone about something
- To control missile to hit a target by radio signal
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Book or a magazine containing information/advice
- Person leading others visiting an unknown place
A2TOEICMorehas over
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To invite someone to your house.
- To have more than a certain number or amount.
A1Moreicon
US /ˈaɪˌkɑn/
UK /'aɪkɒn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Small image on a computer screen
- Person widely recognized as a symbol of something
B1Moreiconic
US /aɪˈkɑnɪk/
UK /aɪˈkɒnɪk/
- Adjective
- Being widely recognized as a symbol of something
B1Morelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Morenavigate
US /ˈnævɪˌɡet/
UK /'nævɪɡeɪt/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To direct (car, plane etc.) in the right direction
- To deal successfully with something complex
B2Moreneglect
US /nɪˈɡlɛkt/
UK /nɪ'ɡlekt/
- Uncountable Noun
- Act of failing to do something important, required
- State or condition of not receiving proper care
- Transitive Verb
- To not do something that is important or required
- To fail to take care of something; ignore
B1TOEICMoreof course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
A2Moreproceed
US /proʊˈsi:d/
UK /prəˈsi:d/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To continue to do something; carry on
- To go forward in a certain direction
A2TOEICMoresquare
US /skwɛr/
UK /skweə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
- The result of multiplying Length by the width
- Adjective
- Being fair or honest
- Multiply a number by itself e.g. 2x2 or 6x6
A2TOEICMorestart in
US /stɑrt ɪn/
UK /stɑ:t in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin a job or activity.
A1Moretourist
US /ˈtʊrɪst/
UK /ˈtʊərɪst/
- Countable Noun
- Someone who travels to a place for pleasure
A2Moretrail
US /trel/
UK /treɪl/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Series of marks or signs left by something moving
- Rough path, as through a forest or field
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To follow behind someone
- To be losing to a competitor
B1TOEICMore
Vocabulary
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- has over: To invite someone to your house.
- go towards: To move in the direction of someone or something.
- at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
- start in: To begin a job or activity.
- bear on: To have an influence or effect on something.
- around town: In the local area or vicinity.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- iconic: Being widely recognized as a symbol of something
- guide: To help or advise someone about something
- bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- trail: Series of marks or signs left by something moving
- fabric: Cloth or material
- square: Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
- navigate: To direct (car, plane etc.) in the right direction
- welcome: Being what was wanted or needed
- neglect: Act of failing to do something important, required
- charity: Kindness and willingness to forgive, help
- proceed: To continue to do something; carry on
- follow: To come after someone; be guided by someone
- tourist: Someone who travels to a place for pleasure
- visit: To go to a place for a time, usually for a reason
- icon: Small image on a computer screen
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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The Paddington Trail
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Zhao Yun Su posted on 2015/02/21Ever wondered how to explore London like a true local, following in the footsteps of a beloved bear? This video dives into the whimsical Paddington Trail, showing you how to navigate the city, discover landmarks, and even participate in a charity auction for the NSPCC! You'll pick up practical daily phrases and gain fascinating cultural insights along the way.
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