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Học từ vựng Speaking cho 2 chủ đề hot nhất: Environment & Technology. Không chỉ học từ đơn lẻ mà học collocations — cụm từ đi với nhau tự nhiên.
🌍 Environment Vocabulary
Core Collocations:
| Collocation | Nghĩa | Ví dụ |
|---|---|---|
| climate change | biến đổi khí hậu | Climate change is the biggest threat we face. |
| carbon footprint | lượng khí thải carbon | We should all try to reduce our carbon footprint. |
| renewable energy | năng lượng tái tạo | Many countries are investing in renewable energy. |
| global warming | nóng lên toàn cầu | Global warming is causing extreme weather events. |
| air/water pollution | ô nhiễm không khí/nước | Air pollution is a serious problem in big cities. |
| single-use plastic | nhựa dùng 1 lần | We should ban single-use plastic bags. |
| endangered species | loài có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng | Many endangered species need urgent protection. |
| sustainable development | phát triển bền vững | Sustainable development balances growth and conservation. |
| eco-friendly | thân thiện môi trường | I try to buy eco-friendly products. |
| carbon emissions | khí thải carbon | Governments must reduce carbon emissions. |
| deforestation | phá rừng | Deforestation is destroying vital ecosystems. |
| biodiversity | đa dạng sinh học | We need to protect biodiversity for future generations. |
Advanced Phrases:
- “raise awareness about” — nâng cao nhận thức về
- “take drastic measures” — thực hiện biện pháp quyết liệt
- “have a devastating impact on” — có tác động tàn khốc lên
- “the point of no return” — điểm không thể quay lại
- “leave a better world for future generations” — để lại thế giới tốt hơn cho thế hệ sau
🎤 Sample Questions + Answers (Environment):
Q: What do you think is the biggest environmental problem today?
I’d say climate change is undoubtedly the most pressing environmental issue we face today. It’s having a devastating impact on ecosystems worldwide — from melting polar ice caps to increasingly extreme weather events. What worries me most is that if we don’t take drastic measures to reduce carbon emissions soon, we might reach the point of no return. I think governments need to invest much more heavily in renewable energy and sustainable development to address this crisis.
Q: What can individuals do to help the environment?
There are plenty of small but meaningful steps individuals can take. For instance, reducing our carbon footprint by using public transport, cutting down on single-use plastic, and supporting eco-friendly brands. We can also raise awareness among friends and family about environmental issues. While individual actions alone won’t solve the problem, they create momentum for larger systemic changes.
💻 Technology Vocabulary
Core Collocations:
| Collocation | Nghĩa | Ví dụ |
|---|---|---|
| artificial intelligence (AI) | trí tuệ nhân tạo | AI is transforming many industries. |
| social media | mạng xã hội | Social media has changed how we communicate. |
| digital divide | khoảng cách số | The digital divide between rich and poor is growing. |
| data privacy | quyền riêng tư dữ liệu | Data privacy is a major concern these days. |
| screen time | thời gian dùng màn hình | Too much screen time can affect your health. |
| cutting-edge technology | công nghệ tiên tiến nhất | Japan is known for cutting-edge technology. |
| tech-savvy | am hiểu công nghệ | Young people are generally more tech-savvy. |
| cybersecurity | an ninh mạng | Cybersecurity is crucial in the digital age. |
| remote work | làm việc từ xa | Remote work has become the new normal. |
| automation | tự động hóa | Automation is replacing many manual jobs. |
| digital literacy | kỹ năng số | Schools should teach digital literacy. |
| online platform | nền tảng trực tuyến | Online platforms have revolutionized education. |
Advanced Phrases:
- “a double-edged sword” — con dao hai lưỡi
- “blur the line between… and…” — xóa nhòa ranh giới giữa… và…
- “keep up with technological advances” — theo kịp tiến bộ công nghệ
- “become overly dependent on” — trở nên phụ thuộc quá mức vào
- “bridge the digital divide” — thu hẹp khoảng cách số
🎤 Sample Questions + Answers (Technology):
Q: How has technology changed people’s lives?
Technology has fundamentally transformed almost every aspect of our lives. Remote work has become the new normal, allowing people to work from anywhere. Social media has revolutionized communication — we can now connect with anyone instantly. Online platforms have democratized education, making knowledge accessible to millions. However, technology is a double-edged sword — while it brings convenience, issues like data privacy, excessive screen time, and people becoming overly dependent on devices are real concerns.
Q: Do you think AI will replace human workers?
That’s a complex question. Automation and AI are certainly replacing some manual and repetitive jobs — that’s already happening in manufacturing and customer service. However, I don’t think AI will completely replace humans because there are things that require creativity, empathy, and critical thinking that machines simply can’t replicate. The key is to keep up with technological advances by continuously learning new skills. I think digital literacy should be a priority in education so people can adapt to the changing job market.
🗣️ Pronunciation Guide
Environment words:
| Từ | Phát âm | Stress |
|---|---|---|
| environment | /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/ | en-VI-ron-ment |
| sustainable | /səˈsteɪnəbl/ | su-STAIN-able |
| biodiversity | /ˌbaɪəʊdaɪˈvɜːsəti/ | bio-di-VER-si-ty |
| deforestation | /diːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃən/ | de-for-es-TA-tion |
| renewable | /rɪˈnjuːəbl/ | re-NEW-able |
Technology words:
| Từ | Phát âm | Stress |
|---|---|---|
| artificial | /ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃəl/ | ar-ti-FI-cial |
| cybersecurity | /ˌsaɪbəsɪˈkjʊərəti/ | cyber-se-CU-ri-ty |
| automation | /ˌɔːtəˈmeɪʃən/ | au-to-MA-tion |
| technology | /tekˈnɒlədʒi/ | tech-NOL-o-gy |
| algorithm | /ˈælɡərɪðəm/ | AL-go-rithm |
✏️ Bài tập tự luyện
Bài 1: Vocabulary Drill (15 phút)
- Đọc to tất cả collocations — 3 lần mỗi cụm
- Chú ý pronunciation và word stress
Bài 2: Sentence Building (15 phút)
- Dùng 10 collocations để tạo câu riêng (không copy model answers)
- Thu âm mỗi câu
Bài 3: Speaking Practice (20 phút)
- Trả lời 4 câu hỏi sample ở trên bằng lời riêng
- Cố gắng dùng ít nhất 5 collocations mới trong mỗi câu
- Thu âm và nghe lại
Bài 4: Paraphrase Challenge (10 phút)
- Lấy 1 model answer → nói lại cùng ý nhưng đổi từ vựng
- So sánh 2 versions
🎯 Target: Thuộc ít nhất 15 collocations mới và dùng được trong câu trả lời!
💡 Tip of the Day
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