abandon,(v),/əˈbæn.dən/,"bỏ cuộc, từ bỏ, thôi không làm nữa =to stop doing something, especially before it is finished; to stop having something",They [abandoned] the match because of rain.
We had to [abandon] any further attempt at negotiation
They had to [abandon] their attempt to climb the mountain.,"",[sound:abandon_uk.mp3],[sound:They_had_to_abandon_their_attempt_to_climb_the_mountain._us.mp3] achievable,(adj),/əˈtʃiː.və.bəl/,"Có thể đạt được, có thể thực hiện được. =(of a goal, status or standard) that can be reached, especially by making an effort for a long time","Profits of $20m look [achievable].
Before you set your targets, make sure that they are [achievable].
It was an ambitious goal, but it seemed [achievable]","",[sound:achievable_uk.mp3],"[sound:It_was_an_ambitious_goal,_but_it_seemed_achievable_us.mp3]" advantageous,(adj),/ˌæd.vænˈteɪ.dʒəs/,"Có lợi, thuận lợi. =good or useful in a particular situation [synonym] beneficial",A free trade agreement would be [advantageous] to both countries.
The lower tax rate is particularly [advantageous] to poorer families.
The scheme is [advantageous] to your company,"",[sound:advantageous_uk.mp3],[sound:The_scheme_is_advantageous_to_your_company_us.mp3] alternative,(n),/ɒlˈtɜː.nə.tɪv/,"Sự lựa chọn (một trong hai). Con đường, chước cách. =a thing that you can choose to do or have out of two or more possibilities",We can agree to their terms or else pull out of the deal completely: those are the two [alternatives].
We had no [alternative] but to fire Gibson.
There is a vegetarian [alternative] on the menu every day.,"",[sound:alternative_uk.mp3],[sound:There_is_a_vegetarian_alternative_on_the_menu_every_day._us.mp3] arctic,(adj),/ˈɑːk.tɪk/,"(thuộc) Bắc cực; (thuộc) phương bắc. =[only before noun] related to or happening in the regions around the North Pole",Arctic explorers
Polar bears live in the [Arctic].
No trees grow in the [Arctic] regions.,"",[sound:arctic_uk.mp3],[sound:No_trees_grow_in_the_Arctic_regions._us.mp3] arguably,(adv),/ˈɑːɡ.ju.ə.bli/,"Có thể nói rằng (dùng trước khi nói một câu mình nghĩ mình có bằng chứng cho nó) =used when you are stating an opinion that you believe you could give reasons to support","He is [arguably] the world's best football player.
[Arguably], the drug should not have been made available.
She is [arguably] the greatest woman tennis player of all time","",[sound:arguably_uk.mp3],[sound:She_is_arguably_the_greatest_woman_tennis_player_of_all_time_us.mp3] article,(n),/ˈɑː.tɪ.kəl/,"Bài báo. =a piece of writing about a particular subject in a newspaper or magazine",Have you seen that [article] about young fashion designers?.
There was an interesting [article] on vegetarianism in the paper yesterday.
The [article] appeared on the front page of the Guardian.,"",[sound:article_uk.mp3],[sound:The_article_appeared_on_the_front_page_of_the_Guardian._us.mp3] attain,(v),/əˈteɪn/,"Đến tới, đạt tới. =to succeed in getting something, usually after a lot of effort",Most of our students [attained] five 'A' grades in their exams.
We only consider applicants who have [attained] a high level of academic achievement.
We need to identify the best ways of [attaining] our objectives/goals.,"",[sound:attain_uk.mp3],[sound:We_need_to_identify_the_best_ways_of_attaining_our_objectives_goals._us.mp3] biodiversity,(n),/ˌbaɪ.əʊ.daɪˈvɜː.sə.ti/,"Tính đa dạng sinh học. =the existence of a large number of different kinds of animals and plants which make a balanced environment","The mining project threatens one of the world's richest areas of [biodiversity].
To discover the patterns of [biodiversity], information on [biodiversity] has to be collected.
It's natural decline in the habitat that's supported that kind of [biodiversity].","",[sound:biodiversity_uk.mp3],[sound:It's_natural_decline_in_the_habitat_that's_supported_that_kind_of_biodiversity._us.mp3] challenging,(adj),/ˈtʃæl.ɪn.dʒɪŋ/,"có tính thử thách =difficult, in a way that tests your ability or determination",He resigned from the company in order to take a more [challenging] job.
She doesn't find the general knowledge crossword [challenging] enough.
This has been a [challenging] time for us all.,"",[sound:challenging_uk.mp3],[sound:This_has_been_a_challenging_time_for_us_all._us.mp3] climate change,(collocation),/ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ/,"biến đổi khí hậu =changes in the earth's weather, especially the increase in the temperature caused by the increase of particular gases, especially carbon dioxide",the threat of global [climate change]
The President called for urgent action on [climate change].
Technological methods to cope with [climate change] will become more and more important.,"",[sound:climate_change_uk.mp3],[sound:Technological_methods_to_cope_with_climate_change_will_become_more_and_more_important._us.mp3] conceivable,(adj),/kənˈsiː.və.bəl/,"Có thể hiểu được, có thể nhận thức được; có thể tưởng tượng được. =that you can imagine or believe [synonym] possible",It is [conceivable] that I'll see her tomorrow
It's just [conceivable] (= possible although difficult to imagine) (that) the hospital made a mistake.
Books on every [conceivable] subject lined one wall.,"",[sound:conceivable_uk.mp3],[sound:Books_on_every_conceivable_subject_lined_one_wall._us.mp3] conceive,(v),/kənˈsiːv/,"Nghĩ, hiểu, quan điểm được, nhận thức; tưởng tượng. =to form an idea, a plan, etc in your mind; to imagine something",He [conceived] the idea of transforming the old power station into an arts centre
God is often [conceived] of as male.
I think my uncle still [conceives] of me as a four-year-old.,"",[sound:conceive_uk.mp3],[sound:I_think_my_uncle_still_conceives_of_me_as_a_four-year-old._us.mp3] condemn,(v),/kənˈdem/,"Chỉ trích, chê trách, lên án, quy tội. =to express very strong disapproval of somebody/something, usually for moral reasons",The government issued a statement [condemning] the killings.
The editor of the newspaper was [condemned] as lacking integrity.
The movie was [condemned] for glorifying violence.,"",[sound:condemn_uk.mp3],[sound:The_movie_was_condemned_for_glorifying_violence._us.mp3] contaminate,(v),/kənˈtæmɪneɪt/,"Làm bẩn, làm ô uế. Làm nhiễm (bệnh). =to make a substance or place dirty or no longer pure by adding a substance that is dangerous or carries disease",The drinking water has become [contaminated] with lead.
a river [contaminated] by pollution
Much of the coast has been [contaminated] by nuclear waste.,"",[sound:contaminate_uk.mp3],[sound:Much_of_the_coast_has_been_contaminated_by_nuclear_waste._us.mp3] contamination,(n),/kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/,"Sự làm bẩn, sự làm ô uế; cái làm ô uế. =the process or fact of making a substance or place dirty or no longer pure by adding a substance that is dangerous or carries disease",radioactive [contamination]
Environmental [contamination] resulting from human activities is a major health concern.
The water supply is being tested for [contamination] .,"",[sound:contamination_uk.mp3],[sound:The_water_supply_is_being_tested_for_contamination_._us.mp3] convince,(v),/kənˈvɪns/,"Làm cho tin, làm cho nghe theo, thuyết phục. =to make somebody/yourself believe that something is true",You'll need to [convince] them of your enthusiasm for the job
The experience [convinced] him that Europe was on the brink of a revolution.
I hope this will [convince] you to change your mind.,"",[sound:convince_uk.mp3],[sound:I_hope_this_will_convince_you_to_change_your_mind._us.mp3] deforestation,(n),/ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən/,"Sự phá rừng =the cutting down of trees in a large area, or the destruction of forests by people",[Deforestation] is destroying large areas of tropical rain forest
land erosion caused by widespread [deforestation]
[deforestation] caused by foreign logging companies,"",[sound:deforestation_uk.mp3],[sound:deforestation_caused_by_foreign_logging_companies_us.mp3] detergent,(n),/dɪˈtɜː.dʒənt/,"các hoá chất làm sạch vết bẩn như bột giặt, nước rửa chén, thuốc tẩy quần áo, v v =a liquid or powder that helps remove dirt, for example from clothes or dishes",For some it's best to avoid soaps with [detergents] or dyes to clean sensitive areas.
They are also added to soaps and [detergents] to give them their 'fresh lemon scent.'
Wash the garments using a soft and gentle [detergent],"",[sound:detergent_uk.mp3],[sound:Wash_the_garments_using_a_soft_and_gentle_detergent_us.mp3] devise,(v),/dɪˈvaɪz/,"Nghĩ ra, đặt (kế hoạch), sáng chế, phát minh. =to invent something new or a new way of doing something [synonym] think up",The company has also [devised] a computer program that enables people to design their own homes
The umbrella was ingeniously [devised] to fold up into your pocket.
The scheme is [devised] for young people in the 15 - 20 age band.,"",[sound:devise_uk.mp3],[sound:The_scheme_is_devised_for_young_people_in_the_15_-_20_age_band._us.mp3] disposal,(n),/dɪˈspəʊ.zəl/,"sự vứt bỏ, sự loại bỏ =the act of getting rid of something, especially by throwing it away",waste [disposal]
the [disposal] of hazardous substances
These bins should not be used for the [disposal] of kitchen waste.,"",[sound:disposal_uk.mp3],[sound:These_bins_should_not_be_used_for_the_disposal_of_kitchen_waste._us.mp3] dispose,(v),/dɪˈspəʊz/,"vứt bỏ, xử lý, tẩu tán đi =to get rid of somebody/something that you do not want or cannot keep",the difficulties of [disposing] of nuclear waste
to [dispose] of stolen property
Radioactive waste must be [disposed] of safely.,"",[sound:dispose_uk.mp3],[sound:Radioactive_waste_must_be_disposed_of_safely._us.mp3] dominant,(adj),/ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/,"Át, trội, có ưu thế hơn; có ảnh hưởng lớn, chi phối. Thống trị. =more important, strong, or noticeable than anything else of the same type",The firm has achieved a [dominant] position in the world market
The [dominant] feature of the room was the large fireplace.
The question was whether cable or wireless would become [dominant].,"",[sound:dominant_uk.mp3],[sound:The_question_was_whether_cable_or_wireless_would_become_dominant._us.mp3] doubtful,(adj),/ˈdaʊt.fəl/,"Đáng nghi, đáng ngờ; không rõ rệt, không chắc chắn. =unlikely; not probable",It's [doubtful] if this painting is a Picasso.
With her injuries it's [doubtful] that she'll ever walk again.
It was [doubtful] that the money would ever be found again.,"",[sound:doubtful_uk.mp3],[sound:It_was_doubtful_that_the_money_would_ever_be_found_again._us.mp3] drought,(n),/draʊt/,"Hạn hán. =a long period of time when there is little or no rain",two years of severe [drought]
The country's entire grain harvest has been hit by [drought].
This year (a) severe [drought] has ruined the crops.,"",[sound:drought_uk.mp3],[sound:This_year_severe_drought_has_ruined_the_crops._us.mp3] eco-friendly,(adj),/ˌiː.kəʊˈfrend.li/,"thân thiện với môi trường =not harmful to the environment",[eco-friendly] products
These [eco-friendly] businesses help recycle your old stuff.
Instead of plastic bags he takes an [eco-friendly] reusable canvas shopper.,"",[sound:eco-friendly_uk.mp3],[sound:Instead_of_plastic_bags_he_takes_an_eco-friendly_reusable_canvas_shopper._us.mp3] ecosystem,(n),/ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm/,"Hệ sinh thái. =all the plants and living creatures in a particular area considered in relation to their physical environment",Islands often support delicate [ecosystems] that evolved without any need for defence.
Pollution can have disastrous effects on the delicately balanced [ecosystem].
The marine [ecosystem] of the northern Gulf had suffered irreparable damage,"",[sound:ecosystem_uk.mp3],[sound:The_marine_ecosystem_of_the_northern_Gulf_had_suffered_irreparable_damage_us.mp3] educated,(adj),/ˈed.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd/,"Có giáo dục, có học thức. =having had a high standard of education; showing a high standard of education",She seemed intelligent and well [educated].
the need for a broadly [educated] workforce
She was probably the most highly [educated] prime minister of this century.,"",[sound:educated_uk.mp3],[sound:She_was_probably_the_most_highly_educated_prime_minister_of_this_century._us.mp3] eminent,(adj),/ˈem.ɪ.nənt/,"Nổi tiếng, xuất sắc. =(of people) famous and respected, especially in a particular profession",an [eminent] architect
an [eminent] scientist/artist/painter/poet/writer/historian/philosopher/scholar/professor.
The commission consisted of fifteen [eminent] political figures.,"",[sound:eminent_uk.mp3],[sound:The_commission_consisted_of_fifteen_eminent_political_figures._us.mp3] emission,(n),/ɪˈmɪʃ.ən/,"khí thải =[countable] gas, etc that is sent out into the air",The government has pledged to clean up industrial [emissions]
carbon dioxide [emissions]
These health risks are caused by vehicle [emissions].,"",[sound:emission_uk.mp3],[sound:These_health_risks_are_caused_by_vehicle_emissions._us.mp3] environmentally friendly,(collocation),/ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl.i ˈfrend.li/,"thân thiện với môi trường, không gây hại cho môi trường (sản phẩm) =(of products) not harming the environment",[environmentally friendly] packaging
There are a growing number of investors backing firms that are [environmentally-friendly].
Cycling is an [environmentally friendly] form of transport,"",[sound:environmentally_friendly_uk.mp3],[sound:Cycling_is_an_environmentally_friendly_form_of_transport_us.mp3] erode,(v),/ɪˈrəʊd/,"Xói mòn, ăn mòn. =to gradually destroy the surface of something through the action of wind, rain, etc ; to be gradually destroyed in this way [synonym] wear away","The cliff face has been steadily [eroded] by the sea.
The rocks have [eroded] away over time.
During its passage over land, water [erodes] vast amounts of continental rock.","",[sound:erode_uk.mp3],"[sound:During_its_passage_over_land,_water_erodes_vast_amounts_of_continental_rock._us.mp3]" exercise,(n),/ˈek.sə.saɪz/,"một biện pháp, một hoạt động, một phương thức làm gì đó =an activity that is designed to achieve a particular result",Staying calm was an [exercise] in self-control.
In the end it proved a pointless [exercise].
It would be a useful [exercise] for you to say the speech aloud several times.,"",[sound:exercise_uk.mp3],[sound:It_would_be_a_useful_exercise_for_you_to_say_the_speech_aloud_several_times._us.mp3] exhaust,(n),/ɪɡˈzɔːst/,"khí thải =waste gases that come out of a vehicle, an engine or a machine",Car [exhaust] is the main reason for the city's pollution.
buses spewing out black clouds of [exhaust]
It doesn't even have the smell of engine [exhaust].,"",[sound:exhaust_uk.mp3],[sound:It_doesn't_even_have_the_smell_of_engine_exhaust._us.mp3] feasible,(adj),/ˈfiː.zə.bəl/,"Khả thi, có thể thực hành được, có thể thực hiện được, có thể làm được. =that is possible and likely to be achieved [synonym] practicable","a [feasible] plan/suggestion/idea
It's just not [feasible] to manage the business on a part-time basis.
With the extra resources, the project now seems [feasible].","",[sound:feasible_uk.mp3],"[sound:With_the_extra_resources,_the_project_now_seems_feasible._us.mp3]" fertilizer,(n),/ˈfɜː.tɪ.laɪ.zər/,"Phân bón. =a substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully","artificial/chemical [fertilizers]
He spread [fertilizer] on the field with a rake.
The prices for farm equipment, [fertilizer] and fuel climb relentlessly.","",[sound:fertilizer_uk.mp3],"[sound:The_prices_for_farm_equipment,_fertilizer_and_fuel_climb_relentlessly._us.mp3]" fruitful,(adj),/ˈfruːt.fəl/,"Có kết quả, thành công. Có lợi, mang lợi. =producing many useful results [synonym] productive","It was a most [fruitful] discussion, with both sides agreeing to adopt a common policy
The research has proved extremely [fruitful].
He had a long and [fruitful] career as a research chemist.","",[sound:fruitful_uk.mp3],[sound:He_had_a_long_and_fruitful_career_as_a_research_chemist._us.mp3] fruitless,(adj),/ˈfruːt.ləs/,"Không có kết quả, thất bại; vô ích. =producing no useful results [synonym] unproductive","a [fruitless] attempt/search
Our efforts to persuade her proved [fruitless].
And when their efforts again prove mostly [fruitless], the cycle starts anew.","",[sound:fruitless_uk.mp3],"[sound:And_when_their_efforts_again_prove_mostly_fruitless,_the_cycle_starts_anew._us.mp3]" fumes,(n),/fjuːmz/,"khí độc, có hại cho sức khoẻ =smoke, gas, or something similar that smells strongly or is dangerous to breathe in",exhaust [fumes]
Petrol [fumes] always make me feel ill.
cigar [fumes],"",[sound:fumes_uk.mp3],[sound:cigar_fumes_us.mp3] futile,(adj),/ˈfjuː.taɪl/,"Vô ích, không có hiệu quả. =having no purpose because there is no chance of success [synonym] pointless",It's completely [futile] trying to reason with him - he just won't listen.
All my attempts to cheer her up proved [futile].
a [futile] attempt to keep fans from mounting the stage,"",[sound:futile_uk.mp3],[sound:a_futile_attempt_to_keep_fans_from_mounting_the_stage_us.mp3] generate,(v),/ˈdʒen.ə.reɪt/,"tạo ra, sinh ra =to produce or create something","Her latest film has [generated] a lot of interest/excitement.
The new development will [generate] 1,500 new jobs.
Selling food will increase the club's ability to [generate] revenue/income.","",[sound:generate_uk.mp3],[sound:Selling_food_will_increase_the_club's_ability_to_generate_revenue_income._us.mp3] greenhouse gas,(collocation),/ˌɡriːn.haʊs ˈɡæs/,"khí thải nhà kính, đặc biệt là CO2 =a gas that causes the greenhouse effect, especially carbon dioxide",We need a global system for limiting [greenhouse gas] emissions.
Radical steps to reduce [greenhouse gases] will have a huge effect on the economy.
Earth's [greenhouse gases] trap heat in the atmosphere and warm the planet.,"",[sound:greenhouse_gas_uk.mp3],[sound:Earth's_greenhouse_gases_trap_heat_in_the_atmosphere_and_warm_the_planet._us.mp3] grocery,(n),/ˈɡrəʊ.sər.iːz/,"(Số nhiều) Hàng tạp hoá và thực phẩm phụ. =(plural) food and other goods sold by a grocer or at a supermarket",America's largest [grocery] store chain will be bringing two new stores to Oakland.
I bought [groceries] for the family
He bought the cheapest [groceries] and he thought it didn't matter.,"",[sound:grocery_uk.mp3],[sound:He_bought_the_cheapest_groceries_and_he_thought_it_didn't_matter._us.mp3] housing estate,(collocation),/ˈhaʊ.zɪŋ ɪˌsteɪt/,"khu nhà ở (được quy hoạch và xây dựng đồng thời) =an area in which a large number of houses or flats/apartments are planned and built together at the same time",They live on a [housing estate].
a growing number of new [housing estates]
He is now thought to live on a council [housing estate] in London.,"",[sound:housing_estate_uk.mp3],[sound:He_is_now_thought_to_live_on_a_council_housing_estate_in_London._us.mp3] immune,(adj),/ɪˈmjuːn/,"miễn được, chống chịu được. an toàn (trước cái gì đấy) =not affected or upset by something",You'll eventually become [immune] to criticism
Few men are [immune] to her charms
Our business is far from [immune] to economic conditions.,"",[sound:immune_uk.mp3],[sound:Our_business_is_far_from_immune_to_economic_conditions._us.mp3] impracticable,(adj),/ɪmˈpræk.tɪ.kə.bəl/,"Không thể thi hành được, không thể thực hiện được. =impossible or very difficult to do; not practical in a particular situation",The changes to the tax system proved impracticable as they were [impossible] to enforce.
It was [impracticable] to widen the road here
It has been rejected in the past as [impracticable].,"",[sound:impracticable_uk.mp3],[sound:It_has_been_rejected_in_the_past_as_impracticable._us.mp3] improbable,(adj),/ɪmˈprɒb.ə.bəl/,"Không chắc, không chắc có thực, không chắc sẽ xảy ra; đâu đâu. =not likely to be true or to happen [synonym] unlikely",It's highly [improbable] that Norris will agree.
an [improbable]-sounding excuse
My mind raced through one [improbable] scenario after the next.,"",[sound:improbable_uk.mp3],[sound:My_mind_raced_through_one_improbable_scenario_after_the_next._us.mp3] inevitably,(adv),/ɪˈnev.ɪ.tə.bli/,"Chắc hẳn, chắc chắn. Không thể tránh khỏi =as is certain to happen",Their arguments [inevitably] end in tears
Such a large investment [inevitably] entails some risk.
[Inevitably] some details are already out of date,"",[sound:inevitably_uk.mp3],[sound:Inevitably_some_details_are_already_out_of_date_us.mp3] inexorably,(adv),/ɪˈnɛk.sər.ə.bli/,"Không lay chuyển được, không thể thay đổi được =in a way that cannot be stopped or changed",events leading [inexorably] towards a crisis
These events led [inexorably] to war.
The bacteria spread [inexorably] through many insect populations.,"",[sound:inexorably_uk.mp3],[sound:The_bacteria_spread_inexorably_through_many_insect_populations._us.mp3] insurmountable,(adj),/ˌɪn.səˈmaʊn.tə.bəl/,"Quá lớn không thể vượt qua được (vấn đề, khó khăn, ) =(of difficulties, problems, etc ) so great that it cannot be dealt with successfully","This small country is faced with an [insurmountable] debt.
They were now faced with seemingly [insurmountable] technical problems.
In the process of bringing the film to fruition, some obstacles that seemed [insurmountable] were overcome.","",[sound:insurmountable_uk.mp3],"[sound:In_the_process_of_bringing_the_film_to_fruition,_some_obstacles_that_seemed_insurmountable_were_overcome._us.mp3]" irrelevant,(adj),/ɪˈrel.ə.vənt/,"không liên quan đến thứ đang được bàn luận, do đó không quan trọng =not related to what is being discussed or considered and therefore not important",Whether I believe you or not is [irrelevant] now.
That evidence is [irrelevant] to the case.
The Tories are totally [irrelevant] to this whole issue.,"",[sound:irrelevant_uk.mp3],[sound:The_Tories_are_totally_irrelevant_to_this_whole_issue._us.mp3] irreparable,(adj),/ɪˈrep.ər.ə.bəl/,"Không thể đền bù lại được; không thể sửa lại được. =(of a loss, injury, etc ) too bad or too serious to repair or put right","to cause [irreparable] damage/harm to your health
Unless the oil spill is contained, [irreparable] damage will be done to the coastline.
They were doing [irreparable] damage to my heart and lungs","",[sound:irreparable_uk.mp3],[sound:They_were_doing_irreparable_damage_to_my_heart_and_lungs_us.mp3] irreplaceable,(adj),/ˌɪrəˈpleɪsəbəl/,"quá quan trọng đến mức không thể thay thế được =too valuable or special to be replaced",These pictures are [irreplaceable]
Most of the porcelain you see in the display cabinets is [irreplaceable]
No one's [irreplaceable] in the workplace.,"",[sound:irreplaceable_uk.mp3],[sound:No_one's_irreplaceable_in_the_workplace._us.mp3] irresponsible,(adj),/ˌɪr.ɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/,"vô trách nhiệm, không nghĩ đến hậu quả hành động của mình =not thinking enough or not worrying about the possible results of what you do",It would be [irresponsible] to ignore these warnings
It would be [irresponsible] to ignore the situation.
But I do believe it was a little [irresponsible] on our part.,"",[sound:irresponsible_uk.mp3],[sound:But_I_do_believe_it_was_a_little_irresponsible_on_our_part._us.mp3] irreversible,(adj),/ˌɪr.ɪˈvɜː.sə.bəl/,"Không thể đảo ngược lại; không thể thay đổi được. =that cannot be changed back to what it was before",Smoking has caused [irreversible] damage to his lungs.
an [irreversible] change/decline/decision
Technology has had an [irreversible] impact on society.,"",[sound:irreversible_uk.mp3],[sound:Technology_has_had_an_irreversible_impact_on_society._us.mp3] leaflet,(n),/ˈliː.flɪt/,"tờ rơi, tờ truyền đơn =a piece of paper that gives you information or advertises something",Demonstrators handed out [leaflets] to passers-by.
A [leaflet] about the new bus services came through the door today.
They were handing out [leaflets] outside the supermarket about the school board election.,"",[sound:leaflet_uk.mp3],[sound:They_were_handing_out_leaflets_outside_the_supermarket_about_the_school_board_election._us.mp3] liable,(adj),/ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/,"Có khả năng bị; có khả năng xảy ra. =likely to do something","We're all [liable] to make mistakes when we're tired.
The bridge is [liable] to collapse at any moment.
If you don't take care of yourself, you're [liable] to get sick.","",[sound:liable_uk.mp3],"[sound:If_you_don't_take_care_of_yourself,_you're_liable_to_get_sick._us.mp3]" life-threatening,(adj),/ˈlaɪfˌθret.ən.ɪŋ/,"Nguy hiểm đến tính mạng, có thể làm chết người; hiểm nghèo. =that is likely to kill somebody","His heart condition is not [life-threatening].
Aid workers are having to deal with very difficult, sometimes [life-threatening] situations.
Cancer is not the only [life-threatening] condition","",[sound:life-threatening_uk.mp3],[sound:Cancer_is_not_the_only_life-threatening_condition_us.mp3] litter,(n),/ˈlɪt.ər/,"Rác rưởi, rác bẩn. =small pieces of rubbish that have been left lying on the ground in public places",About two percent of fast-food packaging ends up as [litter]
There will be fines for people who drop [litter].
Always clear up after a picnic and never drop [litter],"",[sound:litter_uk.mp3],[sound:Always_clear_up_after_a_picnic_and_never_drop_litter_us.mp3] manufacturer,(n),/ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃə.rər/,"nhà sản xuất =a person or company that produces goods in large quantities [synonym] maker",Always follow the [manufacturer]'s instructions.
Faulty goods should be returned to the [manufacturers].
Germany is a major [manufacturer] of motor cars.,"",[sound:manufacturer_uk.mp3],[sound:Germany_is_a_major_manufacturer_of_motor_cars._us.mp3] omnipresent,(adj),/ˌɒm.nɪˈprez.ənt/,"Có mặt ở khắp nơi =present everywhere",These days the media are [omnipresent].
The singer became an [omnipresent] icon of style and beauty.
They believe that God is [omnipresent].,"",[sound:omnipresent_uk.mp3],[sound:They_believe_that_God_is_omnipresent._us.mp3] ornate,(adj),/ɔːˈneɪt/,"Trang trí công phu, trang sức lộng lẫy. =covered with a lot of decoration, especially when this involves very small or complicated designs","a room with an [ornate] ceiling and gold mirrors
While poster art continued to prosper, the [ornate] details of Art Nouveau vanished.'
The church has an [ornate] black and white marbled interior","",[sound:ornate_uk.mp3],[sound:The_church_has_an_ornate_black_and_white_marbled_interior_us.mp3] persistent,(adj),/pəˈsɪs.tənt/,"Dai dẳng, mãi không dứt, cứ lặp đi lặp lại mãi =continuing for a long period of time without interruption, or repeated frequently, especially in a way that is annoying and cannot be stopped",[persistent] rain
a [persistent] cough
I can't take much more of this [persistent] criticism,"",[sound:persistent_uk.mp3],[sound:I_can't_take_much_more_of_this_persistent_criticism_us.mp3] pervasive,(adj),/pəˈveɪ.sɪv/,"Toả khắp. Lan tràn khắp, thâm nhập khắp. =existing in all parts of a place or thing; spreading gradually to affect all parts of a place or thing",The influence of Freud is [pervasive] in her books.
a [pervasive] smell of diesel
Reforms are being undermined by the all-[pervasive] corruption in the country.,"",[sound:pervasive_uk.mp3],[sound:Reforms_are_being_undermined_by_the_all-pervasive_corruption_in_the_country._us.mp3] pesticide,(n),/ˈpes.tɪ.saɪd/,"Thuốc trừ vật hại (sâu chuột làm hại hoa màu). =a chemical used for killing pests, especially insects",vegetables grown without the use of [pesticides]
crops sprayed with [pesticide]
The [pesticides] used on many farms are polluting the water supply.,"",[sound:pesticide_uk.mp3],[sound:The_pesticides_used_on_many_farms_are_polluting_the_water_supply._us.mp3] pointless,(adj),/ˈpɔɪnt.ləs/,"vô nghĩa, vô dụng =having no purpose; not worth doing",We searched until we knew it would be [pointless] to continue.
Trying to foresee the future is a [pointless] exercise.
It seemed [pointless] to continue.,"",[sound:pointless_uk.mp3],[sound:It_seemed_pointless_to_continue._us.mp3] polar bear,(n),/ˌpəʊ.lə ˈbeər/,"gấu trắng (sống gần Bắc Cực) =a white bear that lives near the North Pole",This Arctic fox has been following a [polar bear] for days in hopes of leftovers from a kill
We saw a baby [polar bear] at the zoo
The Arctic remains the domain of the [polar bear],"",[sound:polar_bear_uk.mp3],[sound:The_Arctic_remains_the_domain_of_the_polar_bear_us.mp3] pollutant,(n),/pəˈluː.tənt/,"Chất gây ô nhiễm (do xe cộ, động cơ thải ra). =a substance that pollutes something, especially air and water","Sulphur dioxide is one of several [pollutants] that are released into the atmosphere by coal-fired power stations.
At each link in the chain, the concentration of [pollutants] increases.
Exactly how air [pollutants] increase the risk of death is not well known.","",[sound:pollutant_uk.mp3],[sound:Exactly_how_air_pollutants_increase_the_risk_of_death_is_not_well_known._us.mp3] pollute,(v),/pəˈluːt/,"làm ô nhiễm, gây nhiễm bẩn (nguồn nước, bầu không khí, ) =to add dirty or harmful substances to land, air, water, etc so that it is no longer pleasant or safe to use",the exhaust fumes that are [polluting] our cities.
The river has been [polluted] with toxic waste from local factories.
We won't invest in any company that [pollutes] the environment.,"",[sound:pollute_uk.mp3],[sound:We_won't_invest_in_any_company_that_pollutes_the_environment._us.mp3] pollution,(n),/pəˈluː.ʃən/,"sự ô nhiễm =the process of making air, water, soil, etc dirty; the state of being dirty",air/water [pollution]
to reduce levels of environmental [pollution]
Car exhaust is the main reason for the city's [pollution].,"",[sound:pollution_uk.mp3],[sound:Car_exhaust_is_the_main_reason_for_the_city's_pollution._us.mp3] pristine,(adj),/ˈprɪs.tiːn/,"đẹp như mới, nguyên vẹn (đồ vật). sạch tinh khiết (nước) =fresh and clean, as if new",The car is in [pristine] condition.
a [pristine] white tablecloth
Washing machine for sale - only two months old and in [pristine] condition.,"",[sound:pristine_uk.mp3],[sound:Washing_machine_for_sale_-_only_two_months_old_and_in_pristine_condition._us.mp3] probable,(adj),/ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/,"Có thể có, có khả năng xảy ra, chắc hẳn, có lễ đúng, có lẽ thật. =likely to happen, to exist or to be true",The [probable] cause of death was heart failure.
An election in June seems increasingly [probable].
It is [probable] that share prices will fall even more.,"",[sound:probable_uk.mp3],[sound:It_is_probable_that_share_prices_will_fall_even_more._us.mp3] qualify,(v),/ˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪ/,"có đủ tiêu chuẩn cần thiết để làm việc gì đó (có việc làm, tham dự kỳ thi, nhận trợ cấp, v v ) =To reach the standard of ability or knowledge needed to do a particular job, for example by completing a course of study or passing exams",He [qualified] as a doctor last year
To [qualify] for the competition you need to be over 18.
She doesn't [qualify] for maternity leave because she hasn't been in her job long enough,"",[sound:qualify_uk.mp3],[sound:She_doesn't_qualify_for_maternity_leave_because_she_hasn't_been_in_her_job_long_enough_us.mp3] quantify,(v),/ˈkwɒn.tɪ.faɪ/,"Xác định số lượng. =to measure or judge the size or amount of something",It's difficult to [quantify] how many people will be affected by the change
The risks to health are impossible to [quantify].
It's difficult to [quantify] how many people will have to pay higher taxes.,"",[sound:quantify_uk.mp3],[sound:It's_difficult_to_quantify_how_many_people_will_have_to_pay_higher_taxes._us.mp3] quest,(n),/kwest/,"sự tìm kiếm, theo đuổi, đặc biệt là một thứ khó đạt được, khó tìm thấy =a long search for something that is difficult to find, or an attempt to achieve something difficult",Nothing will stop them in their [quest] for truth.
She does aerobics four times a week in her [quest] to achieve the perfect body.
New equipment is being developed in a [quest] to stop drinking and driving.,"",[sound:quest_uk.mp3],[sound:New_equipment_is_being_developed_in_a_quest_to_stop_drinking_and_driving._us.mp3] questionable,(adj),/ˈkwes.tʃə.nə.bəl/,"Đáng ngờ, thiếu chắc chắn =that you have doubts about because you think it is not accurate or correct [synonym] debatable",The conclusions that they come to are highly [questionable].
It is [questionable] whether this is a good way of solving the problem.
The company's future looked [questionable].,"",[sound:questionable_uk.mp3],[sound:The_company's_future_looked_questionable._us.mp3] queue,(n),/kjuː/,"Hàng (người, xe ô tô ở ngã tư khi có đèn đỏ ) xếp nối đuôi. =line of people, cars, etc waiting for something or to do something",There was a long [queue] of traffic stretching down the road
If you want tickets you'll have to join the [queue]
disapproving It makes me mad when someone jumps the [queue] (= goes straight to the front).,"",[sound:queue_uk.mp3],[sound:disapproving_It_makes_me_mad_when_someone_jumps_the_queue_._us.mp3] recyclable,(adj),/ˌriːˈsaɪ.klə.bəl/,"có thể tái chế được =able to be recycled",Glass products are completely [recyclable].
Paper is easily [recyclable].
Are plastic bottles [recyclable] or do they go in the garbage?,"",[sound:recyclable_uk.mp3],[sound:Are_plastic_bottles_recyclable_or_do_they_go_in_the_garbage?_us.mp3] refuse,(n),/ˈref.juːs/,"Đồ thừa, đồ thải, đồ bỏ đi; rác rưởi. =waste material that has been thrown away [synonym] rubbish",domestic/household [refuse]
the city [refuse] dump
[refuse] collection/disposal,"",[sound:refuse_uk.mp3],[sound:refuse_collection_disposal_us.mp3] repairable,(adj),/rɪˈpeə.rə.bəl/,"Có thể sửa chữa, có thể tu sửa. =that can be repaired [opposite] irreparable",A damaged car chassis is usually not [repairable]
All the paintings were said to be [repairable].
No one was injured and it is thought the aircraft is [repairable].,"",[sound:repairable_uk.mp3],[sound:No_one_was_injured_and_it_is_thought_the_aircraft_is_repairable._us.mp3] revegetate,(v),/ˌriːˈvedʒɪteɪt/,"Lại mọc lại, lại sinh trưởng (cây) Lại trồng lại, tái phủ xanh (đồi trọc, đất cằn) =produce a new growth of vegetation on (disturbed or barren ground).","Each spring we [revegetate] acre after acre with pine seedlings
As with his attempts to [revegetate], his attempt to replace soils mostly failed.
A few land managers even considered exotic reseeding to be a 'natural' way to [revegetate] the mountains.","",[sound:revegetate_uk.mp3],[sound:A_few_land_managers_even_considered_exotic_reseeding_to_be_a_'natural'_way_to_revegetate_the_mountains._us.mp3] reverse,(v),/rɪˈvɜːs/,"Đảo ngược, lộn ngược, lật ngược lại. =to change something completely so that it is the opposite of what it was before","The new manager hoped to [reverse] the decline in the company's fortunes.
Now that you have a job and I don't, our situations are [reversed].
There is pressure on the council to [reverse] its decision.","",[sound:reverse_uk.mp3],[sound:There_is_pressure_on_the_council_to_reverse_its_decision._us.mp3] reversible,(adj),/rɪˈvɜː.sə.bəl/,"có thể đảo ngược được, có thể làm cho trở lại như cũ được =can be changed back to what it was before","He believes that climate change may still be [reversible].
The surgery is not [reversible].
All of the streetcars are bright yellow, and have [reversible] wooden seats inside.","",[sound:reversible_uk.mp3],"[sound:All_of_the_streetcars_are_bright_yellow,_and_have_reversible_wooden_seats_inside._us.mp3]" salvage,(v),/ˈsæl.vɪdʒ/,"cứu hàng hoá khỏi bị hư hỏng hoặc bị phá hủy, đặc biệt là từ một chiếc tàu đã bị chìm hoặc từ một tòa nhà đang bị lũ lụt/hoả hoạn =to save goods from damage or destruction, especially from a ship that has sunk or been damaged or a building that has been damaged by fire or a flood","gold coins [salvaged] from a shipwreck
After the fire, there wasn't much furniture left worth [salvaging].
After the storm, we were able to [salvage] some of our belongings, but the house was destroyed.","",[sound:salvage_uk.mp3],"[sound:After_the_storm,_we_were_able_to_salvage_some_of_our_belongings,_but_the_house_was_destroyed._us.mp3]" sustain,(v),/səˈsteɪn/,"giữ vững, duy trì, giữ cho cái gì đó tiếp tục tồn tại =to cause or allow something to continue for a period of time",Which planets can [sustain] life?
When she lost her job they could no longer [sustain] their expensive lifestyle.
She managed to [sustain] everyone's interest until the end of her speech,"",[sound:sustain_uk.mp3],[sound:She_managed_to_sustain_everyone's_interest_until_the_end_of_her_speech_us.mp3] sustainable,(adj),/səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl/,"có thể duy trì lâu dài được, có thể phát triển lâu bền được =that can continue or be continued for a long time",[sustainable] economic growth
That sort of extreme diet is not [sustainable] over a long period.
Solutions put in place now must be [sustainable].,"",[sound:sustainable_uk.mp3],[sound:Solutions_put_in_place_now_must_be_sustainable._us.mp3] switch,(n),/swɪtʃ/,"chuyển hẳn sang cái gì đó =a change from one thing to another, especially when this is sudden and complete",a [switch] of priorities
She made the [switch] from full-time to part-time work when her first child was born.
When did the writer make the [switch] from fiction to non-fiction?,"",[sound:switch_uk.mp3],[sound:When_did_the_writer_make_the_switch_from_fiction_to_non-fiction?_us.mp3] taxing,(adj),/ˈtæk.sɪŋ/,"Gây mệt mỏi; đòi hỏi cố gắng. =needing a great amount of physical or mental effort [synonym] demanding",a [taxing] job
This shouldn't be too [taxing] for you.
There was nothing intellectually [taxing] about the exercise.,"",[sound:taxing_uk.mp3],[sound:There_was_nothing_intellectually_taxing_about_the_exercise._us.mp3] unattainable,(adj),/ˌʌn.əˈteɪ.nə.bəl/,"Không thể tới được, không thể đạt được. =impossible to achieve or reach",an [unattainable] goal
Setting [unattainable] goals will only lead to frustration.
But at the moment what she wants most is looking more [unattainable].,"",[sound:unattainable_uk.mp3],[sound:But_at_the_moment_what_she_wants_most_is_looking_more_unattainable._us.mp3] unfeasible,(adj),/ʌnˈfiː.zə.bəl/,"Không thể thực hành được, không thể thực hiện được, không thể làm được. =not possible to do or achieve","The teachers' demands were economically [unfeasible].
Childcare is expensive, making the return to work [unfeasible] for many women
Then we went to the pub and drunk an incredibly [unfeasible] amount of Guinness each.","",[sound:unfeasible_uk.mp3],[sound:Then_we_went_to_the_pub_and_drunk_an_incredibly_unfeasible_amount_of_Guinness_each._us.mp3] unprecedented,(adj),/ʌnˈpres.ɪ.den.tɪd/,"Không hề có; chưa hề thấy, chưa từng nghe thấy; vô tiền khoáng hậu. =that has never happened, been done or been known before",The situation is [unprecedented] in modern times.
This century has witnessed environmental destruction on an [unprecedented] scale.
Unemployment has reached an [unprecedented] level.,"",[sound:unprecedented_uk.mp3],[sound:Unemployment_has_reached_an_unprecedented_level._us.mp3] unrealistic,(adj),/ˌʌn.riː.əˈlɪs.tɪk/,"thiếu thực tế, không tưởng =having a wrong idea of what is likely to happen or of what you can really do; not based on facts",I think she had [unrealistic] expectations of motherhood.
Expecting four year old children to sit quietly for a whole hour is just completely [unrealistic].
It's [unrealistic] to expect an answer before next week.,"",[sound:unrealistic_uk.mp3],[sound:It's_unrealistic_to_expect_an_answer_before_next_week._us.mp3] unreasonable,(adj),/ʌnˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/,"Vô lý, đòi hỏi quá mức =not fair; expecting too much",The job was beginning to make [unreasonable] demands on his free time.
The fees they charge are not [unreasonable].
It seems [unreasonable] to expect one person to do both jobs.,"",[sound:unreasonable_uk.mp3],[sound:It_seems_unreasonable_to_expect_one_person_to_do_both_jobs._us.mp3] unrelated,(adj),/ˌʌn.rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/,"Không có liên quan. =not connected; not related to something else [synonym] unconnected",The two events were totally [unrelated].
In my free time I like to do things that are [unrelated] to my work.
Police said his death was [unrelated] to the attack.,"",[sound:unrelated_uk.mp3],[sound:Police_said_his_death_was_unrelated_to_the_attack._us.mp3] unspoiled,(adj),/ʌnˈspɔɪld/,"(cảnh quan) vẫn còn giữ nguyên vẻ đẹp tự nhiên, chưa bị tác động bởi con người =(of a place) beautiful because it has not been changed or built on","[unspoiled] countryside
It's a country of stunning landscapes and [unspoiled] beaches.
Maninjau is a place of natural beauty, [unspoiled] by tourist developments.","",[sound:unspoiled_uk.mp3],"[sound:Maninjau_is_a_place_of_natural_beauty,_unspoiled_by_tourist_developments._us.mp3]" viable,(adj),/ˈvaɪ.ə.bəl/,"Có thể thành tựu được (kế hoạch). =that can be done; that will be successful [synonym] feasible","In order to make the company [viable], it will unfortunately be necessary to reduce staffing levels.
I am afraid your plan is not commercially/economically/financially/politically [viable].
The company had to seek other ways to remain [viable].","",[sound:viable_uk.mp3],[sound:The_company_had_to_seek_other_ways_to_remain_viable._us.mp3] vital,(adj),/ˈvaɪ.təl/,"Sống còn, quan trọng. =necessary or essential in order for something to succeed or exist,extremely important",Reading is of [vital] importance in language learning.
It's absolutely [vital] that you do exactly as I say.
She had found out some information of [vital] importance.,"",[sound:vital_uk.mp3],[sound:She_had_found_out_some_information_of_vital_importance._us.mp3] worthwhile,(adj),/ˌwɜːθˈwaɪl/,"Quan trọng, thú vị hoặc đáng bỏ thời gian, tiền của hoặc nỗ lực; đáng giá; bõ công. =useful, important, or good enough to be a suitable reward for the money or time spent or the effort made","The smile on her face made it all [worthwhile].
If you need him on this project, you've got to make it financially [worthwhile] for him
She considers teaching a [worthwhile] career.","",[sound:worthwhile_uk.mp3],[sound:She_considers_teaching_a_worthwhile_career._us.mp3]