Unit 3: Green Living - Vocabulary

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering Unit 3: Green Living, including definitions, parts of speech, and contextual example sentences.

automatic

(adj): tự động. Example: The new building has an automatic lighting system that helps reduce unnecessary electricity consumption.

bird feeder

(n.phr): máng ăn cho chim. Example: We decided to hang a bird feeder in the garden to attract more local wildlife.

bookmark

(n): thẻ đánh dấu trang sách. Example: Using a reusable bookmark is a small but effective way to protect your favorite books.

bury

(v): chôn, chôn cất. Example: Some animals bury nuts in the ground during autumn to save food for the winter.

carbon footprint

(n): tổng lượng phát thải khí nhà kính. Example: Switching to solar energy is a great way to reduce your personal carbon footprint significantly.

cardboard

(n / adj): bìa cứng, làm bằng bìa cứng. Example: You can reuse old cardboard boxes to create unique organizers for your school supplies.

care about

(v.phr): quan tâm về. Example: More and more teenagers nowadays deeply care about environmental issues and sustainable living habits.

clean up

(phr.v): dọn dẹp (vệ sinh). Example: Local volunteers gather every Sunday to clean up the trash along the nearby river bank.

climate change

(n.phr): sự biến đổi khí hậu. Example: We must take urgent action to deal with the negative effects of global climate change.

come with

(v.phr): đi kèm với. Example: Traditional festivals often come with many interesting customs that promote a sense of community.

compost

(n): phân hữu cơ. Example: You can turn fruit peels and leftover vegetables into high-quality compost for your home garden.

consumption

(n): sự tiêu thụ. Example: Reducing the consumption of single-use plastics is essential for protecting our oceans and marine life.

container

(n): thùng, hộp, gói. Example: Always put your food in a reusable container instead of using plastic bags for lunch.

contaminate

(v): làm ô nhiễm, làm bẩn (bằng cách thêm chất độc hại hoặc vi khuẩn). Example: Industrial waste from the factory can contaminate the nearby river and harm the fish.

contaminated

(adj): bị nhiễm độc, nhiễm khuẩn. Example: The local authorities warned residents not to use water from the contaminated river nearby.

convenience

(n): sự tiện lợi. Example: Many people prefer plastic packaging for its convenience, despite the long-term harm to the environment.

cooked food

(n.phr): thức ăn đã nấu chín. Example: It is better to store cooked food in glass containers to keep it fresh and healthy.

deal with

(v.phr): đối phó, giải quyết. Example: The government is trying to find new ways to deal with the increasing urban waste.

decompose

(v): phân hủy. Example: Most plastic waste takes hundreds of years to decompose completely in the natural environment.

drinking fountain

(n.phr): vòi nước uống công cộng. Example: Installing a drinking fountain in the park encourages people to use reusable water bottles.

eco-friendly

(adj): thân thiện với môi trường. Example: Using eco-friendly cleaning products helps protect your health and prevents water pollution effectively.

ecosystem

(n): hệ sinh thái. Example: The local ecosystem is being threatened by the rapid development of industrial zones in the area.

ecotourism

(n): du lịch sinh thái. Example: Many provinces are developing ecotourism to preserve natural landscapes while boosting the local economy.

efficiently

(adv): một cách hiệu quả. Example: We need to manage our natural resources more efficiently to ensure a better future.

end up

(phr.v): kết thúc ở đâu, có kết cục là. Example: Millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the oceans every year, harming marine animals.

environmentally friendly

(adj.phr): thân thiện với môi trường. Example: Switching to environmentally friendly products like bamboo straws can help reduce plastic waste.

exist

(v): tồn tại. Example: Many rare species will no longer exist if we do not protect their natural habitats immediately.

fertilizer

(n): phân bón. Example: Farmers are encouraged to use organic fertilizer to improve soil quality and crop safety.

festive season

(n.phr): mùa lễ hội. Example: During the festive season, people should try to reduce waste by choosing eco-friendly decorations.

firework displays

(n.phr): những màn trình diễn pháo hoa. Example: Although firework displays are beautiful, they can release harmful chemicals into the atmosphere.

fix

(v): sửa chữa, khắc phục (= repair); giải quyết (một vấn đề hoặc tình huống). Example: My father taught me how to fix a broken chair using some wood glue and nails.

frame

(n): khung. Example: This traditional lantern has a sturdy frame made from natural bamboo materials.

fruit peel

(n.phr): vỏ trái cây. Example: Do not throw away fruit peel because it can be used to make organic compost.

gift tag

(n.phr): thẻ gắn quà. Example: She wrote a lovely message on the gift tag before attaching it to the present.

gradually

(adv): dần dần. Example: The local environment will gradually improve if everyone starts practicing green living habits today.

habit

(n): thói quen. Example: Getting into the habit of reading books every night can help you expand your knowledge and relax.

harmful

(adj): có hại. Example: Using chemical pesticides is very harmful to both the environment and human health.

household waste

(n.phr): rác thải sinh hoạt. Example: Sorting household waste at home makes the recycling process much easier and more efficient.

include

(v): bao gồm, tính cả. Example: The price of the tour will include your hotel stay and all meals.

judge (noun)

(n): thẩm phán, giám khảo. Example: The judge listened carefully to both sides of the story before making a final decision.

judge (verb)

(v): đánh giá, phán xét. Example: It is difficult to judge the quality of the product just by looking at its packaging.

jug

(n): cái bình (có tay cầm và vòi). Example: Please pour the fresh juice into a glass jug instead of using plastic bottles.

landfill

(n): bãi chôn lấp rác. Example: Too much plastic waste is being sent to the landfill every day instead of being recycled.

lantern

(n): đèn lồng. Example: Children enjoy carrying a colorful lantern while walking around the neighborhood during Mid-Autumn festival.

layer

(n): lớp. Example: A thick layer of dust covered the old furniture in the abandoned green house.

leaflet

(n): tờ rơi. Example: The environmental club distributed a leaflet to provide information about local recycling programs.

leaking tap

(n.phr): vòi nước bị rò rỉ. Example: You should fix the leaking tap immediately to avoid wasting a large amount of water.

leftover

(n / adj): thức ăn thừa. Example: We can use leftover food to feed the animals or make compost for the garden.

material

(n): nguyên liệu/ vật liệu. Example: Bamboo is a sustainable material that can be used to make many eco-friendly products.

methane

(n): khí mê-tan. Example: Decaying organic waste in landfills releases methane, which is a powerful greenhouse gas.

notice (noun)

(n): thông báo, sự chú ý. Example: The company posted a notice on the board to inform employees about the upcoming meeting.

notice (verb)

(v): nhận thấy, chú ý. Example: I started to notice a significant improvement in health after I started exercising regularly.

pack

(v): đóng gói, xếp đồ đạc. Example: You should pack your suitcase at least one day before your flight to avoid forgetting anything.

packaging

(n): bao bì. Example: Companies should reduce unnecessary packaging to minimize the amount of waste sent to landfills.

peel

(v): gọt vỏ, bóc vỏ. Example: You should peel the vegetables carefully before cooking to remove any dirt or chemicals.

pile

(n): chồng, đống. Example: There is a large pile of old newspapers in the corner waiting to be recycled.

plant pot

(n.phr): chậu cây. Example: You can reuse a plastic bottle to make a small plant pot for your desk.

pollutant

(n): chất gây ô nhiễm. Example: Carbon dioxide is a major air pollutant that contributes significantly to global warming.

portion

(n): phần. Example: You should only take a small portion of food to avoid creating unnecessary leftovers.

prediction

(n): sự dự đoán. Example: Scientists have made a prediction that global temperatures will continue to rise in the future.

proposal

(n): sự đề xuất. Example: The local council is considering a proposal to build more green parks in the city.

propose

(v): đề xuất. Example: Many environmentalists propose that the government should ban single-use plastics completely.

public transport

(n.phr): phương tiện công cộng. Example: Using public transport is an effective way to reduce air pollution and traffic jams.

recyclable

(adj): có thể tái chế. Example: Glass, paper, and certain types of plastic are all recyclable materials that we should sort.

recycling bin

(n.phr): thùng rác tái chế. Example: Please put all your empty plastic bottles into the recycling bin over there.

refill

(v): làm đầy lại. Example: You can refill your reusable water bottle at the water filling station in the hall.

reminder

(n): lời nhắc nhở. Example: This poster serves as a constant reminder for students to turn off the lights.

resources

(n): tài nguyên, nguồn lực; phương tiện, học liệu. Example: The country is rich in natural resources such as oil, gas, and coal.

reusable

(adj): tái sử dụng được. Example: Carrying a reusable shopping bag helps reduce the amount of plastic waste in our environment.

reuse

(v): tái sử dụng. Example: We should learn how to reuse old items to minimize our impact on the planet.

rinse out

(phr.v): xối nước, rửa sạch. Example: You must rinse out the plastic containers thoroughly before putting them into the recycling bin.

rush out

(phr.v): vội vã rời đi. Example: Don't rush out of the room without checking if you have turned off all electronic devices.