Tài Liệu Ôn Thi Tuyển Sinh Lớp 10 Flashcards

A comprehensive collection of vocabulary including idioms, phrasal verbs, and technical terms for Grade 10 entrance exam preparation.

go well with

To look good together or complement each other (usually between two things).

match

To be the same as or very similar to something else; to go together well in terms of color or style.

suit

To look good on someone or to be appropriate for a particular person.

fit

To be the right shape and size for someone or something.

energy-saving bulb

A light bulb designed to use less electricity.

energy efficiency

The goal of reducing the amount of energy required to provide products and services.

poisonous

Something that is toxic or can cause death or illness if it enters the body.

do harm to

To cause damage or have a negative effect on someone or something.

disastrous damage

Serious and widespread harm or destruction.

economical

Using money, time, or goods in a way that is not wasteful; thrifty.

apply for a scholarship

To formally request financial aid for education.

weather forecast

A prediction of future atmospheric conditions.

experienced

Having knowledge or skill in a particular field from having done it for a long time.

metro / subway / tube

An underground railway system.

sky train

A railway system that runs on tracks above the ground.

play an important role

To be a significant part of a process or situation.

leak

A hole or crack through which liquid or gas can escape; to escape through such a hole.

imaginary

Existing only in the mind; not real.

imaginative

Having or showing creativity and new ideas.

conservation

The protection and preservation of the natural environment.

alternative sources of energy

Energy derived from sources that do not use up natural resources or harm the environment.

fossil fuel

A natural fuel such as coal or gas, formed in the geological past from the remains of living organisms.

non-renewable

Resources that cannot be replaced once they are used.

tropical climate

An atmospheric condition characterized by high temperatures and high humidity, typical of regions near the equator.

heal

To become healthy again after an injury; to make a wound better.

cure

To make someone with an illness healthy again completely.

treat

To give medical care or attention to a person, illness, or injury.

be keen on

To be very interested in or enthusiastic about something.

workout

A session of physical exercise or training.

nutrient

A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

detox

A process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances.

mutual respect

A state where two or more people have high regard and consideration for each other.

breathtaking

Extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising; taking one's breath away.

mind-blowing

Overwhelmingly impressive or astonishing.

collapse

To fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support.

first aid

Help given to a sick or injured person until full medical treatment is available.

appliance

A device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one.

furniture

Large moveable equipment, such as tables and chairs, used to make a house or office suitable for living or working.

facilities

Buildings, services, or equipment that are provided for a particular purpose.

earn a living

To work in order to get the money you need to pay for food, housing, etc.

voice recognition

The ability of a computer program to understand spoken words.

artificial intelligence ($AI$)

The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.

breadwinner

The member of a family who earns the money that the family needs to live.

tackle / handle / deal with

To take action in order to solve a problem or overcome a challenge.

Pacific Rim

The countries and land area around the edge of the Pacific Ocean.

tidal wave

An exceptionally large ocean wave, especially one caused by an underwater earthquake; a tsunami.

funnel-shaped

Having the wide top and narrow bottom characteristic of a funnel, often describing a tornado.

baby carriage

A small vehicle for pushing a baby around in.

volcanic eruption

The sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and lava from a volcano.

$$UFOs$$

Unidentified Flying Objects.

be in orbit

To be moving in a curved path around a planet or star.

flying saucer

A disc-shaped flying object believed by some to be a spacecraft from another planet.

human beings

Humans considered as a species.

outskirts

The outer parts of a town or city.

raw sewage

Waste water and excrement that has not been treated or processed.

mother tongue

The language that a person has grown up speaking from early childhood.

part-time job

A form of employment that carries fewer hours per week than a full-time job.

paddy fields

A field where rice is grown in water.

sense of humor

The ability to perceive or express what is funny or amusing.

edible

Fit or safe to be eaten.

playwright

A person who writes plays.

nominate

To formally suggest someone for an appointment or election to an office.

prohibit

To formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority.

maintain

To keep something in its existing state or condition.

reserve

To keep something for a particular person or purpose; to book a seat or room in advance.

ingest

To take food or drink into the body by swallowing.

engrossed in

Having all one's attention or interest absorbed by someone or something.

ecosystem

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

untouched

Not handled, used, or tasted; remaining in an original or pristine state.

couch potato

A person who takes little or no exercise and watches a lot of television.

open-minded

Willing to consider new ideas; unprejudiced.

warm-hearted

Kind, friendly, and sympathetic.

sociable

Willing to talk and engage in activities with other people; friendly.

veterinarian

A person qualified to treat diseased or injured animals.

plumber

A person who installs and repairs the pipes and fittings of water supply, sanitation, or heating systems.

green lifestyle

A way of living that is sustainable and friendly to the environment.

bilingual

The ability to speak two languages fluently.

optional

Left to one's choice; not required or mandatory.

compulsory

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

give off

To produce and send out something such as a smell, light, or heat.

hand in hand

Working closely together; closely associated.

natural resources

Materials or substances such as minerals, forests, water, and fertile land that occur in nature.

exhaust fume

Gases ejected from an engine as waste products.

dripping faucet

A tap that allows water to fall in small drops intermittently.

solar panel

A panel designed to absorb the sun's rays as a source of energy for generating electricity.

ethnic minorities

Groups of people who differ in race or culture from the majority of the population.

hurricane / cyclone / typhoon

Different regional names for a tropical storm with very high wind speeds.

locksmith

A person who makes and repairs locks.

carpenter

A person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures.

spectator

A person who watches at a show, game, or other event at a stadium.

audience

Assembled spectators or listeners at a public event, such as a play, movie, or concert.

landslide

The sliding down of a mass of earth or rock from a mountain or cliff.

considerate

Careful not to cause inconvenience or hurt to others; thoughtful.

considerable

Large in size, amount, or extent.

indifferent

Having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.

keep in touch

To continue to communicate with someone by using a phone or writing letters.

unit of currency

The system of money used in a particular country.

casual clothes

Relaxed or informal clothing suitable for everyday wear.

fluent

Able to express oneself easily and articulately in a language.

outspoken

Frank in stating one's opinions, especially if they are critical or controversial.