ancient
US /ˈenʃənt/
UK /'eɪnʃənt/
- Adjective
- Very old; having lived a very long time ago
- Relating to a period in history, especially in the distant past.
- Noun
- A person who lived in ancient times.
A2Moreapproach
US /əˈprəʊtʃ/
UK /ə'prəʊtʃ/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To get close to reaching something or somewhere
- To request someone to do something specific
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Means of reaching a place, often a road or path
- Request of someone with a specific goal in mind
A2TOEICMorecome from
US /kʌm frʌm/
UK /kʌm frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have as your native country or city
A1Moreempire
US /ˈɛmˌpaɪr/
UK /ˈempaɪə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Group of countries controlled by one government
- A large and important business or group of businesses owned by one person or company.
- Adjective
- A style of dress with a high waistline, just below the bust.
B1Morein other words
US
UK
- Phrase
- Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
in the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morelatin
US /ˈlætn/
UK /ˈlætɪn/
- Uncountable Noun
- Ancient Roman language affecting many languages
- Adjective
- Of or typical of a Spanish-speaking culture
C2Morename for
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
A1Morenext door
US /nɛkst dɔr/
UK /nekst dɔ:/
- Adverb
- Living in the house next to the one mentioned
A1Moreon display
US /ɑn dɪˈsple/
UK /ɔn disˈplei/
- Adjective
- In a place where something can be seen by the public.
- Adverb
- Available for viewing.
A1Moreon the move
US /ɑn ði muv/
UK /ɔn ðə mu:v/
- Adjective
- Traveling or going from place to place.
- Actively progressing or developing.
- Phrase
- In the process of changing location.
A1Moretake on
US /tek ɑn/
UK /teik ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To acquire a new characteristic
- To accept a new responsibility, role
A1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Moretribe
US /traɪb/
UK /traɪb/
- Noun
- Racial group united by language, religion, customs
B1More
Vocabulary
- name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
- on the move: Traveling or going from place to place.
- next door: Living in the house next to the one mentioned
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- on display: In a place where something can be seen by the public.
- approach: To get close to reaching something or somewhere
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- ancient: Very old; having lived a very long time ago
- language: Words or signs used to communicate messages
- call: A order or request for action
- word: Unit of language that has a meaning
- century: Period of 100 years
- speak: To be able to use a certain language
- speaking: To be able to use a certain language
- empire: Group of countries controlled by one government
- tribe: Racial group united by language, religion, customs
- western: Movies often about cowboys in the American West
- Europe: A continent including Germany, France and Spain
- German: Concerning the culture and people of Germany
- latin: Ancient Roman language affecting many languages
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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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陳佳銳 posted on 2016/02/13Ever wondered why Germany has so many different names? This video dives into the fascinating etymology and historical linguistics behind 'Germany,' exploring how Germanic tribes, the Roman Empire, and language contact shaped its identity. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and gain a deeper cultural understanding of this intriguing topic!
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