F2F Class Notes (Nemo)

Vocabulary

Blurred (adj): 1- difficult to see.
E.g.: The photograph was very blurred.
E.g.: The picture on the TV went all blurry.

Probation (n): 1- a period of time at the start of a new job when you are watched and tested to see if you are suitable for the job. 2- a period of time when a criminal must behave well and not commit any more crimes in order to avoid being sent to prison:
E.g.: For the first three months, you will be on probation.
E.g.: The judge put him on probation for two years.

Application (n): 1- an official request for something, usually in writing.
E.g.: I’ve sent off applications for four different jobs.
E.g.: Free information will be sent out on application to (= if you ask) the central office.

Objection (n): 1- the act of expressing or feeling opposition to or dislike of something or someone.
E.g.: Her objection to/against the plan is based on incorrect facts.
E.g.: A couple of people raised/voiced objections to the proposal.
E.g.: I have no objection except that it may cost more than expected.

Grammar

she went for her studying in Uk, but her english is still not good –  she went to the UK for her studies / she studied in the UK, but her english is still not good.

she didn’t work hard to improve english – she didn’t work hard enough to improve her english

Pronunciation

Probation: /proʊˈbeɪ.ʃən/

Application: /ˌæp.ləˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Objection:  /əbˈdʒek.ʃən/