NEW WORDS 2/9 🫡🫡

irish

n/a. người/tiếng Ireland /ˈaɪrɪʃ/

Ex: The Irish are known for their warm hospitality and love for traditional music and dance.

St. Patrick's Day is a popular holiday celebrated by the Irish around the world.

I've always found Irish culture fascinating, especially their traditional music and folklore. It feels very vibrant and unique compared to Asian cultures, so I'd love to experience it firsthand one day.

religious

a. tôn giáo /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

Ex: I enjoy celebrating traditional festivals. Some of them are quite religious in nature, like the Lunar New Year ceremonies at temples, while others are more about family gatherings. Personally, I enjoy both because they give me a sense of belonging.

The religious symbols displayed in the temple hold great significance for the followers of that faith.

In some countries, values are closely tied to religious teachings, and incorporating them into education can help young people develop a strong moral compass. However, critics argue that public schools should remain neutral and avoid promoting any particular religious belief, in order to maintain inclusivity and respect for diversity.

labor day

ngày quốc tế lao động

Ex: For instance, on Labor Day, millions of people travel, attend community events, or simply gather with their families. Such activities can strengthen social cohesion and provide workers with a well-deserved break. Critics, however, claim that extended holidays like Labor Day lead to traffic congestion and reduced productivity.

I celebrate public holidays. For example, on Labor Day, which falls on the first of May, most people in my country get a day off from work and school. It's not as festive as the New Year or the Mid-Autumn Festival, but it's still a good opportunity to relax or go on a short trip with family.

sleigh

xe trượt tuyết /sleɪ/

Ex: The children eagerly hopped onto the sleigh, ready for a thrilling ride through the snowy hills.

The sound of jingling bells filled the air as the sleigh glided effortlessly over the glistening (lấp lánh) snow.

Many children believe that Santa Claus arrives on Christmas Eve in a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

pass on

give something to somebody else, especially after receiving it or using it yourself, infect sb with an illness or die

Ex: Pass the book on to me when you've finished with it.

I passed your message on to my mother.

It's important to learn family history. In my family, my grandparents often pass on stories about their childhood and how life was during the war. These stories are really valuable because they help me understand where I come from and appreciate my cultural roots.

Supporters of cultural education argue that schools should help pass on traditional values and practices to younger generations, ensuring that customs such as folk music or local craftsmanship are not lost in the face of globalization.

Some diseases can easily be passed on through physical contact.

lump

khối u

Ex: She noticed a small, painful lump on her neck, and decided to see a doctor.

The lump on his arm turned out to be a benign /bɪˈnaɪn/ (lành tính) cyst (u) /sɪst/, causing him relief.

The doctor examined the lump on her leg and ordered further tests to determine its cause.

He felt a lump in his breast and immediately scheduled an appointment with a specialist /ˈspeʃəlɪst/.

The lump on her forehead was a result of a minor injury and would heal with time.

mumps

bệnh quai bị /mʌmps/

Ex: Mumps is a contagious /kənˈteɪdʒəs/ disease that primarily affects children, causing painful swellings near the face and ears.

The most common symptom of mumps is the painful swelling that occurs on the sides of the face.

Children with mumps often experience discomfort and pain due to the swollen areas around their face and ears.

chicken pox

/ˈtʃɪkɪnpɑːks/ bệnh thủy đậu (a disease, especially of children, that causes a high temperature and many spots on the skin)

Ex: illnesses such as chicken pox, which used to cause serious discomfort and complications, can now be easily managed with vaccines and proper medical care. This demonstrates how modern healthcare has significantly reduced the risks associated with common childhood diseases.

I remember having chicken pox when I was about seven years old. It was really uncomfortable because of the itchy red spots all over my body. Luckily, it's a common illness for children, so after a couple of weeks, I fully recovered.

measles

bệnh sởi /ˈmiːzlz/

Ex: Measles is a contagious disease that primarily affects children, causing a high fever and widespread red spots.

When a child has measles, they experience a fever and develop small red spots all over their body..

Measles is a childhood illness characterized by a high temperature and a rash (1 loạt) of tiny red spots.

arthritis

viêm khớp /ɑːrˈθraɪtɪs/

Ex: Arthritis is a condition that makes your joints /dʒɔɪnt/ hurt and swell up more than usual

My grandmother suffers from arthritis, which causes her joints to swell and ache (đau nhức) /eɪk/.

The doctor diagnosed me with arthritis after I complained about the pain and swelling in my knees.

Arthritis can affect any joint in the body, making movement difficult and causing discomfort.

freeloader

kẻ ăn bám (a person who often accepts free food and accommodation from other people without giving them anything in exchange) /ˈfriːləʊdər/, freeloading (n/a)

Ex: Take your things and go: I've had enough of freeloaders.

My cousin is a freeloader; he always crashes at my place and never offers to pay for anything.

Generally, yes. But I don't like it when someone turns into a freeloader. For example, if a friend always borrows my notes or depends on me to pay for coffee without ever returning the favor, it feels quite unfair.

He was known for his freeloading ways, always accepting invitations for meals without offering anything in return.

Freeloading became a concern when some guests took advantage of their hosts' generosity by never contributing.

dangly

a. /ˈdæŋɡli/ lủng lẳng

Ex: The little girl giggled as she swung on the dangling rope hanging from the tree branch.

The wind blew, causing the dangly earrings to sway gracefully with each movement.

The cat pounced (nhảy vồ) on the dangly toy, batting it back and forth with its paws.

baggy

a. /ˈbæɡi/ rộng thùng thình

Ex: I prefer baggy T-shirts and hoodies because they're really comfortable. Tight clothes make me feel restricted, so loose, baggy outfits suit my daily lifestyle better.

She wore a baggy sweater that hung loosely over her shoulders, providing comfort and warmth.

The old jeans were so baggy that they kept slipping down his waist as he walked.

stewardess

nữ tiếp viên hàng không /ˈstuːərdəs/

Ex: The stewardess greeted passengers with a warm smile as they boarded the plane.

The airline company is hiring more stewardesses to meet the increasing demand for flights.

The train stewardess assisted passengers with their luggage and directed them to their seats.

I usually read or listen to music, but sometimes I chat with the stewardess if she's not too busy. They're usually very friendly and helpful, especially when passengers feel nervous during the flight.

artistic

a. /ɑ:'tistik/ thuộc nghệ thuật, tài năng nghệ thuật

Ex: She has an artistic talent for painting, creating beautiful landscapes with vibrant colors.

The gallery showcased a diverse range of artistic styles, from abstract to realistic.

I'm not very artistic, so I usually find it difficult to draw or paint. But I do enjoy visiting art galleries and appreciating other people's creativity.

rim

viền, mép

Ex: The rim of the glass was chipped, so I had to be careful while drinking from it.

The bicycle tire had a puncture on the rim, causing it to go flat.

The rim of the bicycle wheel was bent after hitting a pothole (ổ gà) on the road.

trypophobia

Chứng sợ lỗ /ˌtrɪpəˈfoʊbiə/

Ex: She suffers from trypophobia, so looking at a lotus seed pod makes her extremely uncomfortable.

Images with clusters of small holes can trigger trypophobia in some people.

tapioca

Bột sắn dây /ˌtæpiˈəʊkə/

Ex: Tapioca, made from cassava plant grains, is commonly used to prepare a sweet and creamy dessert.

The tapioca dessert, made from hard white grains and milk, is a popular treat in many cultures.

Tapioca is commonly used to make bubble tea pearls.

The dessert was topped with sweet coconut milk and tapioca pearls.

sketchy

a. sơ sài (not complete or detailed and therefore not very useful), which people consider to be dishonest or bad

/ˈsketʃi/

Ex: The sketchy directions on the package made it difficult to assemble the furniture correctly.

I didn't trust the sketchy website with my credit card information due to its lack of security measures.

I don't trust that sketchy guy who always hangs out (tụ tập) by the alleyway.

The website's sketchy design and lack of contact information made me question its legitimacy (tính hợp pháp) /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/.

Most of the time, I feel safe in my neigborhood. But there are a few streets that look a bit sketchy at night, so I usually avoid walking there alone.

on full blast

ở mức tối đa, hết công suất, hết ga (dùng cho máy lạnh, loa, ti vi, nhạc, động cơ, v.v.).

Ex: I usually keep the volume low. My younger brother, on the other hand, loves playing music on full blast, which sometimes drives me crazy.

She had the heater on full blast because it was freezing outside.

He had his headphones turned up all the way.

The factory was operating at maximum capacity.

The engine was running flat out on the highway (chạy hết tốc lực).