전화영어 데잉스 24.02.14

Date: 02/14/2024
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Student: David Ahn
Topic: Free Talking - Company Conference

Sentence Construction:
X We have to decide to break up with the Israeli company. >> We have decided to not work with the Israeli company.
X Today also we had a conference call. >> We also had a conference call today.
X There is a services. >> There are services.
X Everytimes is we have to do. >> We have to do it everytime.
X It can damage to the business. >> It can damage the business' reputation.


Pronunciation:
* conference /kon-fer-uhns, -fruhns/
* data /dey-tuh, dat-uh/
* meta /met-uh/
* vehicle /vee-i-kuhl or, sometimes, vee-hi-/
* tarpaulin /tärˈpôlən/



Build Lexicon:
* surge := (verb) - A sudden and powerful increase or movement forward.
   Example: The stock market experienced a surge in prices after the positive economic report was released.
* tout := (verb) - To praise or promote something or someone enthusiastically.
   Example: The company hired influencers to tout their new product on social media.
* venture := (verb) - A risky or daring undertaking, typically a business enterprise.
   Example: Despite the risks, they decided to venture into the competitive tech industry with their innovative idea.
* advert := (verb)- A short advertisement, especially in a newspaper or on a website.
   Example: The advert for the new restaurant caught my eye with its colorful design and enticing offers.
* boycott := (verb) - To refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a way of protesting or expressing disapproval.
   Example: Activists called for a boycott of the company's products to demand better labor practices.
* perceive := (verb) -To become aware of, through the senses or through intuition; to recognize or understand.
   Example: He perceived a change in her attitude towards him after their argument.


Discover Idioms & Expressions:
* get a slice of the pie := To obtain a share or portion of something valuable or desirable.
   Example: As a newcomer to the industry, she was eager to get a slice of the pie and establish her presence among the established players.
* family - centric := Focused on or revolving around family-related activities, values, or priorities.
   Example: The resort marketed itself as a family-centric destination, offering a range of activities suitable for all ages.
* snap up := o quickly acquire or purchase something, especially something desirable or in high demand.
   Example: Customers were quick to snap up the limited edition sneakers as soon as they were released.
* word of mouth := Information or recommendations passed from person to person through conversation, rather than through formal advertising or promotion.  
   Example: The success of the restaurant was largely attributed to positive word of mouth from satisfied customers who recommended it to their friends and family.


Practice:
* Read the lexicon, idioms and expressions. Construct one sentence for each and be ready to recite them in class.

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