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Why Do Japanese People Wear Masks?
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Samuel posted on 2018/05/12Ever wondered why so many people in Japan wear masks, even outside of flu season? This video dives into the fascinating cultural and practical reasons, from hay fever and public transit etiquette to even hiding acne and staying warm! You'll pick up useful vocabulary and gain insights into daily Japanese life.
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anxiety
US /æŋˈzaɪɪti/
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UK /æŋ'zaɪətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
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US /əˈprəʊtʃ/
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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
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US /bʌntʃ/
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UK /bʌntʃ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A group of things of the same kind
- A group of people.
- Transitive Verb
- To group people or things closely together
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US / dɪˈbet/
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UK /dɪ'beɪt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- General public discussion of a topic
- A formal event where two sides discuss a topic
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To consider options before making a decision
- To take part in a formal discussion
A2TOEIC
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