Unit 15 - Accommodation

a baronial high-rise

The city’s skyline is dominated by a baronial high-rise that glows beautifully at night.

một tòa nhà cao tầng tráng lệ

high-rise = building

baronial = tráng lệ, quý tộc

skyline = đường chân trời

dominated = chi phối

to be spotted from a great distance

The lighthouse can be spotted from a great distance, even on foggy days.

có thể nhìn thấy được từ khoảng cách xa

lighthouse = ngọn hải đăng

foggy (ạdj) = có sương mù

packed with

The museum was packed with visitors despite the rainy weather.

chật kín, đông đúc

to capture spectacular panoramic views

From the rooftop, you can capture spectacular panoramic views of the entire city and surrounding mountains.

ngắm nhìn toàn cảnh ngoạn mục

rooftop = mái nhà

panoramic = toàn cảnh

to be fascinated by what (someone) offers

Tourists are fascinated by what the museum offers—from ancient artifacts to interactive exhibits.

bị cuốn hút bởi những gì được cung cấp

an open space surrounded by nature

The café is located in an open space surrounded by nature, making it perfect for a peaceful afternoon.

một không gian mở được bao quanh bởi thiên nhiên

to be filled with natural lights

The living room is filled with natural lights thanks to its large windows and open layout.

tràn ngập ánh sáng tự nhiên

layout = bố cục

a soothing and peaceful vibe (Speaking)

The spa has a soothing and peaceful vibe that helps visitors relax instantly.

cảm giác nhẹ nhàng và yên bình

soothing = êm dịu, nhẹ nhàng

to be decorated with antique furniture

The hotel lobby is decorated with antique furniture that gives it a timeless elegance.

được trang trí với đồ nội thất cổ

antique = đồ cổ

lobby = sảnh

timeless = vượt thời gian

elegance = sang trọng

to have its own unique charm

Each village in the region has its own unique charm, from traditional houses to local crafts.

có nét quyến rũ độc đáo riêng

crafts = hàng thủ công

cost of living

The cost of living in the capital is much higher than in smaller towns.

chi phí sinh hoạt / mức sống

hustle and bustle

She moved to the countryside to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

nhịp sống hối hả bận rộn

Modernized Infrastructure

Thanks to modernized infrastructure, commuting in the city has become faster and more convenient.

cơ sở hạ tầng / vật chất hiện đại

to be full of frantic activities

The shopping mall was full of frantic activities during the holiday sales.

đầy những hoạt động điên cuồng / nhanh đến chóng mặt

frantic = điên cuồng, nhanh

inner-city slums

Many families in inner-city slums face challenges such as overcrowding and poor sanitation.

các khu ổ chuột trong thành phố

sanitation = vệ sinh

a laid-back pace of life (C2)

I love the laid-back pace of life in the countryside—it’s a refreshing change from the city.

nhịp sống thoải mái

pace of life = nhịp sống

→ paraphase cho “relax”

peace and tranquility

The mountain retreat offers peace and tranquility, far from the noise of urban life.

sự yên bình và tĩnh lặng

retreat = khu nghỉ dưỡng

offers = mang lại, đem lại

tranquility = yên tĩnh

a sense of community (phase)

Social activities at the workplace help employees feel a sense of community and support.

tinh thần ý thức cộng đồng

workplace = nơi làm việc

lack of essential facilities

The village suffers from a lack of essential facilities such as clean water and healthcare services.

sự thiếu hụt các cơ sở vật chất thiết yếu

healthcare = chăm sóc sức khỏe

to travel long distances

Many students in rural areas have to travel long distances just to attend school.

di chuyển một quãng đường dài / di chuyển đường dài

have to = must

mod cons (Speaking)

The apartment is equipped with all mod cons, including a dishwasher and a smart TV.

viết tắt → modern conveniences

sự tiện nghi hiện đại / thiết bị máy móc

dishwasher = máy rửa bát

go-to + người, vật, địa điểm (có gạch ngang, Speaking)

That little bakery is my go-to place for fresh croissants every morning.

yêu thích, ưu thích

bakery = tiệm bánh

croissants = bánh sừng bò

stress somebody out

The constant noise and traffic in the city really stress me out sometimes.

làm ai đó stress