F2F Class Notes (Jacob)
Homework
https://www.rd.com/culture/hard-english-words-to-pronounce/
Vocabulary
Introverted – People who are often nervous/shy and find it difficult to talk and meet new people
Extroverted – People who are very social/open and can easily connect and talk with new people
Hurdle – an obstacle that you must jump over/overcome
Resorts – a large luxury hotel with pools, and often located near the beach (for relaxing on holiday)
Metaphor – 隐喻
There are plenty of fish in the sea (idiom) – There are lots more of something (to cheer up a friend)
Hiking – walking/climbing in the mountains/woods/wilderness
Balkans – a region of mountains and countries located in South Eastern region Europe.
Grammar
Located in a rural area
Speak good English – Speak English well
Approve = accept
Quiz
I want to go to northern China / I want to go to the North of China
I’m at in South Eastern China
I”m from the Centralized part of Europe
The Northern part of Canada is more cold than the South/(ern) part
Northern Canada/The North region of Canada
Speaking exercise
Conversation starters:
Hi, where are you from?
What brings you here? – Why are you here?
I think the vocabulary and listening is the two biggest hurdles for me.
Getting contact Details:
Formal: It was a pleasure to meet you today. Here is my/Can I get your business card?
Casual: Do you want to grab a drink sometime? Can I get your wechat/contact details?
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