1.go shopping 

2.go window-shopping  

3.hit the shops / stores ( hit: văn nói)

4.try on clothes

5.buy / purchase st

6.haggle with sb to get st /ˈhæɡl/: 

=> mặc cả

7.save up money : tiết kiệm tiền

8.be on sale

9.be expensive  

10.be inexpensive/cheap

11.be affordable: có thể chi trả.  

12.chain store /tʃeɪn/: 

=> chuỗi cửa hàng

13.a shopaholic /ˌʃɒpəˈhɒlɪk/: 

=> 1 người nghiện mua sắm

1.Casual clothes /ˈkæʒ.ju.əl/ /kləʊðz/

2.Tearing jeans: quần bò rách

3.Light-colored clothes

4.Smart clothes

5.Formal clothes

6.‘Uniform

7.High-end clothes

8. Vintage clothes:

9. Accessory /əkˈsesəri/

( i.e. bracelet, necklace, watch, tie, …) 

10.Hand-me-down(s): quần áo anh chị để lại 

Ex: I often wear my sister's hand-me-downs. 

11.Must-have items

 Ex: I only buy must-have items such as bags or jeans.

12.Look sharp

I want to look sharp with pretty accessories. 

 

■      school records/ academic records (n)

■      (good/bad) academic performance (n)

Ex: I spend much time studying, so I have good academic performance.   

■      an extracurricular activity (n): Hoạt động ngoại khoá

Ex: It is necessary to take part in extra activities such as volunteering or internship.

■      play truant / pleɪ ˈtruːənt/ (v): trốn học

Ex: He was lazy and always playing truant. 

■      be rewarding 

Ex: It is rewarding to learn a new language/ English. 

■      a promising future

Ex: I believe that I will have a promising future with English. 

■      have a knack for something/ doing something: có khả năng thiên bẩm về…

Ex: I think I have a knack for language since I can remember new words quickly.

■      a knowledgeable person

Ex: I am keen on Math because I like that teacher, he is such a knowledgeable person.

■      abstract concepts (n) 

Ex:  I don’t like physics because some abstract concepts in this subject are quite difficult to understand.

■      tons of different books (n) 

When I study literature, I have to read tons of different books.  

■      To expand my horizons.

I like reading books about the culture since it’s definitely expanded my horizons.

■      a good level of imagination/ number skills/critical thinking

Ex: Studying literature requires a good level of imagination. 

Ex: Studying …….requires a good level of critical thinking. 

 

1. If I had a chance, I would + V. 

Ex: Frankly speaking, if I had a chance, I would live in Paris in the future. 

2.This isn’t something that I’ve ever considered, but I suppose I would say no. 

Ex: To be honest, this isn’t something that I’ve ever considered, but I suppose I would say no. 

1.Bustling city /ˈbʌslɪŋ/ full of people moving about in a busy way

2.Vibrant metropolis /məˈtrɒpəlɪs/ a large, important city (often the capital city of a country or region)

3.Cosmopolitan city /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/containing people of different types or from different countries, and influenced by their culture

4. Residential area /ˌrezɪˈdenʃl/: khu vực dân cư

5. Cityscape view /ˈsɪtiskeɪp/: cảnh quan thành phố 

6. Shopping area : a commercial area in a town where cars cannot go 

7. Historic landmark  /hɪˈstɒrɪk/ 

8. Industrial zone /ɪnˈdʌstriəl/ /zəʊn/: khu vực công nghiệp

9. City dwellers/residents

10. Fast-paced city life ( pace: nhịp sống)

11. Diverse population ( dân cư đa văn hoá)

12. Exciting nightlife

13. Dynamic atmosphere: bầu không khí sôi động

14. Cosmo’politan vibe: không khí đa văn hoá, Màu sắc đa văn hoá

15. Be located in + N

=> cannot get used to + N

1. Revolution /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən/ a change in the way a country is governed

Þ   Technological revolution: Cuộc cách mạng công nghệ

Þ   Digital revolution: Cuộc cách mạng kỹ thuật số

Þ   Industrial revolution: /ɪnˈdʌstriəl/ Cuộc cách mạnh công nghiệp

Ex: With all of these revolutions, technology has also made our lives easier, faster, better, and more fun.

2. Revolutionize (v) to completely change something so that it is much better

3. Digital (adj) => Digitalize (v) => Digitalization (n)

Ex: The modern smartphone allows users to access the internet, take high-quality photos, and download various applications.

Ex: Scientists are working on highly advanced technology to replace fossil fuels.

6. Alternative /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/ : An alternative plan or method is one that you can use if you do not want to use another one. 

7. Portable /ˈpɔːtəbl/ that is easy to carry or to move

Ex: Ipad is a perfect alternative, because it’s much lighter and more portable.

Ex: I’ve long set my eyes on a Leica digital camera

Ex: I’m really into photography and it’s so fun to capture all these wonderful moments and small details that make up my life

Ex: Technology has brought tremendous changes to our lives and we also benefit a great deal from its development

Ex: I use my smartphone mostly for social purposes, like chatting with family and friends on wechat, posting photos and short videos on social media, things like that.

Ex: Cellphone is obviously like the daily necessity for me, and I use it to send voice messages,

Ex: Technology has the potential to significantly enhance productivity in various industries.

Ex: Modern communication technologies facilitate instant and seamless communication across vast distances.

Ex: Technology enables remote work, providing flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere.

 

 

1.Facing: đối diện với,

2.left-hand side: bên tay trái 

3.right-hand side: bên tay phải

4.turn right: rẽ phải

5.to your right: phía bên phải bạn

6.pass through: đi qua

7.on the other side: ở phía còn lại 

8.beyond: vượt qua

9.along: dọc theo 

10.corner: góc 

11.go straight: đi thẳng

12.beside: bên cạnh

■Map Vocabulary – Set 2

1. to the north / to the south …: 

về phía Bắc/ về phía Nam, ..

2. in the northeast / in the southwest …: 

ở khu vực phía Bắc/Nam…

ở khu vực phía ……

■Map Vocabulary – Set 3

1.opposite: đối diện

2.across the road: qua đường

3.same side: cùng phía

4.before you get to: trước khi bạn tới

5.junction: ngã tư 

6.dead end: cuối đường,

1.first / second turning: lối rẽ thứ nhất/ lối rẽ thứ 2

2.on the left: bên trái

3.straight ahead: đi thẳng

4.bend: đoạn rẽ, đoạn đường cong, ..

5.just past: đi qua 

6.alongside: dọc theo

7.carry straight on: đi thẳng

Ex: Guided tours are a great way to learn about different places of interest.

Ex: We bought a cheap package tour to Italy and stayed in a big hotel by the sea
 3. Off-peak season: not within the main holiday period. 

>< Peak season: mùa cao điểm

Ex: I decided to go on a journey with my friends in a out-of-season period.

Ex: Stunning landscapes are only one of many reasons why I want to visit Africa.

5. Breathtaking view /ˈbreθteɪkɪŋ/ : an amazing view. 

Ex: My sister bought some amazing local crafts on her trip to India.

7. Local cuisine /kwɪˈziːn/ (n): local special food

Ex: Visitors usually adapt to local customs and tradition after several weeks. 

Ex: The café is popular with both locals and visitors. 

Ex: Da nang is known as one of the most worth-living cities in Vietnam. 

11. Tourist attraction (n) = tourist destination 

# Tourist trap: A crowded place that provides entertainment and things to buy for tourists, often at high prices. 

12. Travel agency/agent (n) a company or business that provides services related to travel and tourism

Ex: I have used travel agencies to help me plan trips in the past, but I prefer to do it myself.

13. Embrace new lifestyles /ɪmˈbreɪs/

14. Bucket list: the places you want to visit and things you want to do in your lifetime.

15. Get away from the hustle and bustle: escape from the busy, noisy, and chaotic aspects of daily life.
 16. Swarming with tourists: lots of tourists.

■      An avid runner/ gymer/ basketball player

■      An avid reader 

Ex: I was an avid swimmer as a child, but I gave that up after high school, as it was quite time-consuming.

■      Physical ac’tivities (n) 

■      Outdoor ac’tivities (n) 

Ex: I’m really into physical activities because it helps me to improve my health. 

■      no age bar 

Ex: there is no age bar for taking part in these sports. 

■      go to the gym (v) => hit the gym ( văn nói) 

■      go trekking (v) đi bộ đường dài

■      go hiking (v) 

Ex: Nowadays, I enjoy going to the gym, running around the lake by my house, and going trekking.

■      play tennis (v)

■      do martial arts (v) 

Ex: Apart from this, many people enjoy playing tennis and doing martial arts.

■      extreme sport (n) : thể thao mạo hiểm

■      personal ‘boundaries = safe zone (n): ranh giới cá nhân, vòng tròn an toàn 

Ex: Extreme sports help me overcome my fears, expand my personal boundaries. 

■      the sport of the world = the king of sport (n)

Ex: As soccer is the sport of the world, that would be the most popular sport in my country

■      release stress (v)

■      get rid of de’pression (v) loại bỏ những âu lo, căng thẳng

■      improve my general health (v)

Ex: Playing sport is the only way for me to release stress and improve my general health. 

■      teach sb discipline (v) /ˈdɪsəplɪn/ : dạy ai đó kỉ luật 

■      socialize with my friends (v) 

Ex: Sport not only give me a chance to socialize with my friends, but it also teaches me discipline.

■      increase endurance (v) /ɪnˈdjʊərəns/

Ex: I mainly do aerobic exercises such as running or swimming in order to increase endurance. 

 

First, no age bar => example ( both adults & children => free time) => Why? 

 

Second, connect people => For Ex: I/ friends=> socialize => communicate => rules => small talk/ short break => strengthen their bonds

Firstly, Playing sport helps pp to get rid of stress. For example, I am …=> feel relaxed

Secondly, Playing sport improves our physical health => such as increase blood circulation. For example, old pp/ go trekking

 

■      Hot => boiling hot/ Scorching hot: rất nóng

Ex: The last summer was boiling hot, the average temperature reached 40 degrees!

■      mild: ấm áp và dễ chịu , dịu nhẹ

Ex: The weather in my country is mild in spring.

■      warm

■      chilly: cold.

Ex: It's chilly today, so I think you should wear a coat.

■      freezing cold: very cold. 

Ex: I wanted to go ice skating on the New Year day, but it was freezing cold and I decided to stay home.

■      go below zero: to become negative (about temperatures). Dưới 0 độ 

Ex: The temperature often goes below zero in the winter.

■      Drizzle  /ˈdrɪz.əl/ : mưa phùn, mưa bé. 

Ex: It often drizzles in the morning.

■      pour down (v) : to rain heavily => ( it rains cats and dogs :mưa rất to) 

Ex: I like rainy weather. When it pours down, we sit at home with my family, talk and drink hot tea.

■      Humid (adj) ẩm ướt

Ex: In my country the climate is generally cold and humid, especially in the north.

■      heavy snow

Ex: Children went to school in spite of the heavy snow.

■      Snowstorm

Ex: I don’t like winters because of frequent snowstorms.

■      Sunshine

Ex: I love summertime because of the long days and bright sunshine.

■      dry

Ex: Summers in Thai are often hot and dry.

■      heat stroke (sun stroke): sốc nhiệt => suffer from heat stroke (v) chịu đựng cơn sốc nhiệt

Ex: It’s often boiling hot in my city in the summer and a lot of people suffer from heat stroke.

■      Stuffy (adj) ngột ngạt

■      Pleasant and delightful (adj) dễ chịu

■      Moist and humid (adj) ẩm  => ( moisture: sự ẩm ướt, độ ẩm) 

■      Cosy (adj) ấm áp, dễ chịu

■      Freezing and chilly (adj) lạnh giá, rất lạnh. 

 

Ex: I live in a house which is located in the suburbs. 

Ex: I live in a house which is located in the center of Hanoi city.

■a ‘quiet resi’dential area (adj) khu dân cư yên tĩnh

■resident : dân cư 

■Ex: I live in a quiet residential area which is surrounded by green garden in my city.

■in a warm and inviting way 

Ex: My favorite room is the living room, which I decorate in a warm and inviting way.

■get along (well) with sb: thân thiết với ai 

Ex: I live in a quiet residential area with friendly neighbors, we get along well with each other.

■a multi–purpose room (n)  phòng đa chức năng

Ex: My current room is actually more like a bedsit. It is a multi – purpose room, I use it to sleep and study as well.

■a nice view of the city: có tầm nhìn ra đâu đó

■a great view of the stars: có tầm nhìn ra đâu đó 

Ex: What’s more, there is also a lovely balcony where I can enjoy the nice views of the river. 

■privacy (n) sự riêng tư => private (adj) riêng tư 

■have tons of privacy

■value my privacy (v) trân trọng sự riêng tư 

■space (n) không gian

■spacious (adj) rộng. 

Ex: I prefer living in a house to a flat because I value my privacy and need my own space. Moreover, in my own space I can do whatever I want without bothering others.

■design a house layout to suit myself (v)

Ex: When I have an independent house, I can plan and design a house layout to suit myself.

■a fully-furnished house: nhà được trang bị đầy đủ 

■a king-size bed 

■ a living room with a modern look

■ an elegant bathroom : một nhà tắm sang trọng 

■overlook the garden 

Ex: My kitchen overlook the garden. 

■      Gold: vàng

■      Silver: bạc

■      Feather: da

■      Gemstones: đá quý

■      Be affordable (a)

Ex: I love to collect tiny pieces like jewelries which are affordable. 

■      Be eye-catching (a) 

Ex: Wearing jewelry makes your outfit more eye-catching.

■      Be made of 

Ex: It’s a common sight that women wear necklaces or bracelets made of gold.

■      show off: khoe ra, thể hiện 

■      symbolize people’s social status: biểu trưng cho địa vị xã hội. 

Ex: Expensive accessories and jewelries symbolize people’s social status as well, so it is used as a means to show off things people have.

■      To make your outfit less boring.

■       To make your outfit more eye-catching.

■      To feel more confident in oneself

Ex: I often have my bracelet or necklace on so that I can feel more confident in myself.

■      Sb would look gorgeous with some accessories/ jewelries (gorgeous /ˈɡɔːdʒəs/)

■      To have a special meaning to the owner.

Ex: This ring has been passed down generations to generations so it has a special meaning to the owner.

■      Be passed down generations to generations

 II.Hometown
■      Be quiet = be peaceful 

■      Be lively = be vibrant: /ˈlaɪvli/ – /ˈvaɪbrənt/:  Sinh động, rộn ràng, nhộn nhịp

■      Be ‘famous for N = be known as for : nổi tiếng về st

■      ‘Local food = local ‘specialty = local cui’sine : đặc sản địa phương 

Ex: Nam Dinh is famous for local food such as Pho Bo, Banh Gai...

■      be located in/to: ở đâu ( where) 

Ex: My hometown is Nam Dinh city which is located in the North part of VN. 

■      cost of living: Chi phí sinh hoạt

Ex: The cost of living in my hometown is not very high. 

■      pace of life

=> enjoy the slower pace of life: tận hưởng nhịp sống chậm hơn

Ex: My hobby is to go to the remote countryside to enjoy the slower pace of life.

■      escape from the hustle /ˈhʌsl/ & bustle /ˈbʌsl/

Ex: Sometimes I want to escape from the rat race, I will come back to my hometown. 

■      find a work-life balance: tìm kiếm sự cân bằng công việc-cuộc sống.

Ex: My family usually spends 2 days on the weekend in countryside. It helps us find a work-life balance.

■      have a strong bond with

Ex: Human beings have a strong bond with the place where they grew up in

■      be familiar with 

■      the surroundings and people 

Ex: I am familiar with the surroundings and people in my hometown.

■Endangered animals (n) loài động vật bị đe doạ

Ex: Pandas are not only cute but they are also an endangered species and symbolize China’s conservation efforts

■ ‘Natural habitats (n)  môi trường sống tự nhiên của động vật hoang dã.

Ex: I would love to see Pandas in their natural habitat, eating bamboo and interacting with each other in the forest.

■have (no) freedom to roam = (not) able to roam : đi lang thang 

Ex: With no freedom to roam, they cannot exhibit their natural behaviour.

■Be kept in zoos = be in cages = keeping animals in captivity: (v) bị giữ trong sở thú 

Ex: Keeping animals in captivity, away from their natural habitat can have bad effects on the animals themselves.

Ex: I also felt a bit sad for animals in the zoos because they were in cages and not able to roam freely in their natural habitats.

■Be on the brink of extinction: trên bờ vực của sự tuyệt chủng, sắp bị tuyệt chủng

Ex: Before the captive breeding program in zoos, the giant panda was on the brink of extinction.

■Educational and entertaining (adj): tính giáo dục & giải trí 

■Play an educational role (n) đóng vai trò quan trọng về math giáo dục

Ex: Zoos are educational and entertaining. They increasingly play an educational role in teaching children to help them understand more about wild life animals. 

■Exhibit their natural behaviour /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/ (v) thể hiện hành vi bản năng. 

Ex: When animals are kept in a zoo, they cannot exhibit their natural behaviour.

■Treat animals humanely /hjuːˈmeɪnli/

Ex Some people feel that animals on farms are not always treated humanely.

■provide companionship (v)  cung cấp sự đồng hành 

Ex: Many people who live alone, particularly the elderly, have a pet in order to provide companionship.

■habitat destruction (n)

■Destroy (v) => destruction 

Ex: The elephant population in the world is declining because of habitat destruction caused by human exploitation of the environment.

■a national treasure of (n) báu vật quốc gia, quốc bảo 

Ex: Pandas, for example, are a national treasure of China and are known for their adorable appearance and gentle nature.

■a field trip to a zoo (n) chuyến đi dã ngoại học tập 

Ex: I think it was when I was in elementary school, and my class went on a field trip to a nearby zoo.

Preserve: bảo vệ 

5. Have you ever been to a zoo or a safari park?

6. What is the animal you would like to see in the wild?

7. Are there TV programs about wild animals in your country?

 

Ex: I find it challenging to maintain focus while confronting several tasks at once

■To hold one thought at a time (v)

Ex: it's tough for me to hold one thought at a time

■To keep popping into my head (v)

Ex: When I try to focus on one task, a number of unrelated ones keep popping into my head

■Multitask (v)

Ex: I can multitask by doing my work and watching netflix at the same time.

■To get distracted (adj) 

Ex: I get distracted by my phone.

■A regular part of my routine

Ex: If I want to be more focused, I know I need to make meditation, yoga, and basic exercise a regular part of my routine. 

■To recall information

Ex: People's ability recall information to recall information decreases as they age 

■Sleep deprivation /ˌdeprɪˈveɪʃn/

Ex: Things like age and sleep deprivation might make it difficult to focus

■Facilitate more concentration

Ex: A quiet place will facilitate more concentration, and you'll be able to understand the story better

Ways to facilitate more concentration

■Ear plugs or noise cancelling headphones 

■Go for a walk or take a break 

■Create an hourly plan 

■Set an alarm

■ Have a to-do list 

■Set deadlines for yourself 

■Avoid social media 

■An avid runner/ gymer..

■An avid reader 

Ex: I was an avid swimmer as a child, but I gave that up after high school, as it was quite time-consuming.

■Physical activities (n) 

■Outdoor activities (n) 

Ex: I’m really into physical activities because it helps me to improve my health. 

■go to the gym (v)

■go trekking(v)

■go hiking (v)

Ex: Nowadays, I enjoy going to the gym, running around the lake by my house, and going on mountain treks.

■play tennis (v)

■do martial arts (v)

Ex: Apart from this, many people enjoy playing tennis and doing martial arts.

■extreme sport (n)

■personal boundaries (n)

Ex: Extreme sports help me overcome my fears, expand my personal boundaries and helps me handle physical threats in life.

■the sport of the world (n)

Ex: As soccer is the sport of the world, that would be the most popular sport in my country

■release stress (v)

■get rid of depression (v)

■improve my general health (v)

Ex: Playing sport is the only way for me to release stress and improve my general health. 

■teach sb discipline (v) /ˈdɪsəplɪn/

■socialize with my friends

Ex: Sport not only give me a chance to socialize with my friends, but it also teaches them discipline.

■increase endurance (v) /ɪnˈdjʊərəns/

Ex: I mainly do aerobic exercises such as running or swimming in order to increase endurance. 

Ex: I live in a house which is located in the suburbs. 

Ex: I live in a house which is located in the center of Hanoi city.

■a quiet residential area

Ex: I live in a quiet residential area which is surrounded by green garden in my city.

in a warm and inviting way.

Ex: My favorite room is the living room, which I decorate in a warm and inviting way.

■get along really well with sb 

Ex: I live in a quiet residential area with friendly neighbors, we get along really well with each other.

■a multi – purpose room

Ex: My current room is actually more like a bedsit. It is a multi – purpose room, I use it to sleep and study as well.

■a spectacular view of the river

■a really nice view of the city.

■a great view of the stars.

Ex: What’s more, there is also a lovely balcony where I can enjoy the spectacular views of the river. 

■privacy (n) sự riêng tư => private (adj) riêng tư 

■have tons of privacy

■space (n) không gian

■spacious (adj) rộng. 

Ex: I prefer living in a house to a flat because I value my privacy and need my own space. Moreover, in my own space I can do whatever I want without bothering others.

■design a house layout to suit myself (v)

When I have an independent house, I can plan and design a house layout to suit myself.

■a fully-furnished house: nhà được trang bị đầy đủ 

■a king-size bed 

■ a living room with a modern look

■ an elegant bathroom 

■overlook the garden 

Ex: My kitchen overlook the garden. 

7. illegal hunting, overfishing: săn bắt bất hợp pháp, đánh bắt cá quá mức

8. illegal poaching and trade: săn bắn và mua bán động vật bất hợp pháp

9. the destruction of forest habitats: sự hủy hoại môi trường rừng

10. the mistreatment of animals: sự đối xử bất công với động vật

■ANIMAL RIGHTS VOCABULARY

Example: Zoos increasingly play an educational role in teaching children to help them understand more about wild life animals. 

2. Exhibit their natural behaviour /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/ (v) thể hiện hành vi bản năng. 

Example: When animals are kept in a zoo, they cannot exhibit their natural behaviour.

3. Treat animals humanely /hjuːˈmeɪnli/

Example: Some people feel that animals on farms are not always treated humanely.

4. The violation of animal rights /ˌvaɪəˈleɪʃn/

Example: Animal lovers argue that animal testing should be banned, because it is a violation of animal rights.

- Sentence 1: Introduce the topic ( paraphrase lại đề) 

- Sentence 2: Give your answer ( đồng ý view nào?) 

People have different views about + N ………… .

While others believe that ….. ( view 1) , I would argue that …………….( view 2) 

Question: Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

=> Introduction 1: People have different views about the setting of homework. While others believe that teacher should not give homework to their students, I still believe that it plays an essential part in educating children. 

Topic Sentence: On the one hand, there are several reasons why people think that …...( view 1) 

- Idea 1: Firstly, …

- Supporting ideas: This is because/ In fact/ For example, …

- Idea 2: Secondly, …

- Supporting Ideas: This is because/ In fact/ For example, …

Topic Sentence: On the other hand, I argue that Such events pose a negative influence ( view 2) 

- Idea 1: Firstly, …

- Supporting ideas: This is because/ In fact/ For example, …

- Idea 2: Secondly, …

- Supporting Ideas: This is because/ In fact/ For example, …

3.Conclusion

-Paraphrase lại mở bài.

Suggested phrases: 

=> In conclusion, although there are convincing arguments that……, I tend to agree with the opinion that ………

 

■sound of rain 

■sip some hot tea/ sip a hot tea : nhâm nhi, uống chậm…

Ex: I love rainy days when I'm at home because I enjoy the sound of the rain while sipping some hot tea. 

■experience continue rainfall from…. to ….

Ex: My city experiences continue rainfall from June to September every year.

■freshen up the atmosphere (fresh) 

Ex: Rain freshens up the atmosphere, everything looks refreshing and amazing

■bucket down = rain cats and dogs (văn nói) : trời mưa tầm tã.

■troublesome (adj) phiền phức

Ex: On rainy days, it's troublesome to move from one place to another, especially when it's bucketing down

■bothersome = annoying: khó chịu,

Ex: Rainy days are bothersome to me since it's hard to go from place to place. 

■jump out of bed 

Ex: It’s very challenging to jump out of bed and prepare to go to work on a rainy morning. 

■(walk on) muddy roads (mud: bùn, muddy: sình lầy) 

Ex:  I hate the feeling of walking on muddy roads as my clothes surely are spattered /ˈspæt.əd/ with mud. 

■a couch potato = refers to a person who watches TV a lot; having an inactive life

Ex: if it rains on a weekend, I'm usually a couch potato as I can't go out and do something.

■take my umbrella out of my bag 

Ex: If it's only drizzling (mưa bụi, mưa phùn), I take my umbrella out of my bag and simply head to the place where I need to go.

■stuck in traffic

Ex: On rainy days, it's bothersome for people as they get stuck in traffic or arrive late at work or school. 

■reschedule (my plan/ many of my meetings or trips…): làm lại kế hoạch,…

Ex: I had to reschedule many of my meetings or trips before because of rain

Make me unbale to go out 

1.bilingual  /ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/ (adj) song ngữ 

2.multilingual /ˌmʌltiˈlɪŋɡwəl/ (adj) đa ngữ 

Ex: She is bilingual in English and Chinese.

4.ac’quire their mother tongue = take in their mother tongue : tiếp thu ngôn ngữ mẹ đẻ

5.find it challenging to + Vnt  = find it difficult to + Vnt : thấy khó để làm gì

6. attempt to Vnt= try to = put much ‘effort into + Ving: đặt sự cố gắng vào 

Ex: I put much ‘effort to learn a new language. 

7. pick up a few basic words or phrases: học các từ/ cụm từ cơ bản. 

Ex: During watching a foreign film, you should pick up a few basic words or phrases to use in communication. 

8. have an (innate) ability to do something (n) có khả năng thiên phú làm gì

9. encounter/face language barriers: gặp phải những rào cản ngôn ngữ

10. misunderstanding and miscommunication: sự hiểu lầm và nhầm lẫn

11. bridge/ connect people (together): kết nối mọi người

12. early ex’posure to st (n) : sự tiếp xúc từ sớm

13. get exposed to a language: tiếp xúc ngôn ngữ 

14. gain/get a better understanding of other culture : hiểu biết hơn về các nền văn hoá khác. 

15. proficiency in something/in doing something /prəˈfɪʃnsi/: (n)sự thành thạo trong việc làm gì