VIP Class Notes (Tony)

Vocabulary

It seemed like your job was easier last year.

yeah, it’s harder than last year to make money, costs of the company are increasing are growing up, and the profit is definitely [ going down. / sinking ]

a sure thing – you know what the outcome will be, 100%

eg: Investing is never a sure thing. There is always a chance you will lose your money.

eg: A lot of people thought investing in real estate was a sure thing. But the financial crisis

eg: We don’t know if its a sure thing.

eg: I don’t think make making profit on the stock market is a sure thing.

Pronunciation

cycle – Sai Kull

entimeology

etymology – Soft E,   Silent Y

Grammar

there’s still some successful companies that excel in their business.

it’s really frustrated frustrating

eg: It’s really frustrating when I heard of the tax increase.

eg: Riding the subway is frustrating during rush hour.

COULD BE: (All people, Every time, Usually)

I’m really frustrated.

eg: I’m really frustrated when I heard of the tax increase.

eg: I’m frustrated with this issue. I need a break then I can handle it.

COULD BE: (only you, maybe only this time)

Grammar

if I have one million saving money in my savings