Unit 1 - On the move

to take the lead

In the final round of the competition, her team managed to take the lead, surprising everyone with their outstanding performance.

chiếm đa số

outstanding = nổi bật

a means of transport

For many rural families, a bicycle remains the most practical means of transport, connecting them to schools and markets.

phương tiện giao thông

to get held up in heavy traffic

He got held up in heavy traffic on the way to the airport, and the delay nearly caused him to miss his flight.

bị kẹt trong giao thông đông đúc

cause = khiến, khiến cho

to be jam-packed

The concert hall was jam-packed with fans, and the atmosphere grew more electric as the band stepped onto the stage.

trong tình trạng kẹt cứng

electric = sôi động (nghĩa bóng)

to beat the traffic

By leaving home earlier than usual, she managed to beat the traffic and arrived at the office feeling relaxed.

đi sớm để tránh tắc đường

carpooling

Carpooling reduces fuel costs, and it also helps decrease the number of vehicles on busy city roads.

(hình thức) đi chung xe

to commute

Many employees commute long distances daily, balancing the challenges of travel with the benefits of living in quieter suburbs.

đi lại, đi làm thường xuyên/đi làm hàng ngày

suburbs = vùng ngoại ô

to upgrade the public transport system

The government decided to upgrade the public transport system, and the improvements quickly made commuting more efficient and affordable.

nâng cấp hệ thống giao thông công cộng

affordable = giá cả phải chăng

to ease traffic flow

Installing smart traffic lights helped ease traffic flow, while reducing congestion during peak hours in the city center.

giảm lưu lượng giao thông

congestion = tắc nghẽn

peak hour = giờ cao điểm

Installing = lắp đặt

ease = giảm

to embark on an exciting trip

They planned to embark on an exciting trip across Europe, exploring historic cities and enjoying diverse cultures along the way.

bắt đầu một chuyến đi thú vị

across = khắp

along = dọc theo, dọc đường

to make an arduous journey

Climbers had to make an arduous journey through freezing conditions, but reaching the summit filled them with pride.

thực hiện một hành trình gian nan

summit = đỉnh (núi)

pride = tự hào, kiêu hãnh

through = qua, xuyên qua

to get away from it all

Sometimes people travel to remote islands to get away from it all, finding peace far from the noise of modern life.

đi du lịch và nghỉ ngơi (rời xa nơi ồn ào)

to enjoy each other's company

On rainy evenings, the family gathered around the fireplace, simply enjoying each other's company while sharing stories.

thích ở cùng nhau/ thích dành thời gian cho nhau

fireplace = lò sưởi

places of interest

Visitors to Rome often explore places of interest such as the Colosseum, the Vatican, and charming piazzas filled with history.

danh lam thắng cảnh (địa điểm thu hút khách du lịch)

holiday of a lifetime

For many travelers, witnessing the northern lights in Iceland is considered a holiday of a lifetime, unforgettable and magical.

kỳ nghỉ đáng nhớ/ chuyến đi để đời

local cuisine and specialties

Sampling local cuisine and specialties gave them insight into the traditions of the region, with flavors unique to its culture.

ẩm thực và đặc sản địa phương

spectacular scenery

Driving along the coastal road, they were amazed by the spectacular scenery of cliffs, turquoise waters, and lush green hills.

phong cảnh ngoạn mục/hùng vĩ/tuyệt đẹp

coastal = ven biển

turquoise = màu ngọc lam

lush = tươi tốt

cliffs = vách đá