UNIT 4 - VOCABULARY

Green Space  Definition: Referring to something that existed in

the past.
 Word Form: Noun
 Example: She is a former athlete who now coaches
 Pronunciation: /ɡriːn speɪs/
young players.
 Definition: An area in a city or town that is covered
 Vietnamese Meaning: Trước đây
with grass, trees, and plants.
Railway Line
 Example: The city is adding more green spaces to
improve residents' quality of life.  Word Form: Noun

 Vietnamese Meaning: Không gian xanh  Pronunciation: /ˈreɪl.weɪ laɪn/

Urban  Definition: The track or route that trains travel on.

 Word Form: Adjective  Example: The new railway line connects the city to
nearby towns.
 Pronunciation: /ˈɜːrbən/
 Vietnamese Meaning: Đường sắt
 Definition: Relating to a city or town.
Pedestrian Area
 Example: Urban areas tend to be more crowded
than rural ones.  Word Form: Noun

 Vietnamese Meaning: Đô thị  Pronunciation: /pəˈdes.tri.ən ˈeə.riə/

Elevate  Definition: A part of a city where vehicles are not

allowed, and people can walk safely.
 Word Form: Verb
 Example: The city center has a pedestrian area with
 Pronunciation: /ˈel.ɪ.veɪt/
shops and cafes.
 Definition: To raise or lift something to a higher
 Vietnamese Meaning: Khu vực dành cho người đi
position.
bộ
 Example: The new policy aims to elevate the
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standard of living.
 Word Form: Noun Phrase
 Vietnamese Meaning: Nâng cao
 Pronunciation: /ˈfæb.jə.ləs vjuː/
Section
 Definition: A very impressive or beautiful scene.
 Word Form: Noun
 Example: The hotel room had a fabulous view of the
 Pronunciation: /ˈsek.ʃən/
beach.
 Definition: A part or division of something.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Khung cảnh tuyệt đẹp
 Example: This section of the park is reserved for
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children.
 Word Form: Noun Phrase
 Vietnamese Meaning: Phần, khu vực
 Pronunciation: /spekˈtæk.jə.lər vjuː/
Former
 Definition: A stunning or remarkable scene, often
 Word Form: Adjective
very impressive.
 Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːr.mər/
 Example: They enjoyed a spectacular view of the
mountains from their balcony.
  Vietnamese Meaning: Khung cảnh hùng vĩ  Example: The harbor is full of fishing boats.

Bike Path  Vietnamese Meaning: Cảng

 Word Form: Noun Unusual

 Pronunciation: /baɪk pæθ/  Word Form: Adjective

 Definition: A designated route or track for bicycles.  Pronunciation: /ʌnˈjuː.ʒu.əl/

 Example: The city has built new bike paths to  Definition: Not common, rare, or different from
encourage cycling. what is usual.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Đường dành cho xe đạp  Example: It was unusual to see snow in April.

Stay in Shape  Vietnamese Meaning: Khác thường

 Word Form: Verb Phrase Aquarium

 Pronunciation: /steɪ ɪn ʃeɪp/  Word Form: Noun

 Definition: To maintain physical fitness.  Pronunciation: /əˈkwer.i.əm/

 Example: She exercises regularly to stay in shape.  Definition: A place where fish and other aquatic
animals are kept for public viewing.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Giữ dáng
 Example: The children were excited to visit the
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aquarium.
 Word Form: Noun
 Vietnamese Meaning: Bể cá, thủy cung
 Pronunciation: /ˈtræf.ɪk dʒæm/
Musician
 Definition: A situation in which vehicles are stuck
 Word Form: Noun
and cannot move freely on a road.
 Pronunciation: /mjuːˈzɪʃ.ən/
 Example: We were late because we got stuck in a
traffic jam.  Definition: A person who plays a musical instrument
or is involved in music.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Tắc đường
 Example: He is a talented musician who plays the
Regularly
piano.
 Word Form: Adverb
 Vietnamese Meaning: Nhạc sĩ
 Pronunciation: /ˈreɡ.jə.lər.li/
Carnival
 Definition: At regular intervals or frequently.
 Word Form: Noun
 Example: He visits his parents regularly on
 Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːr.nɪ.vəl/
weekends.
 Definition: A public celebration with parades,
 Vietnamese Meaning: Thường xuyên
music, and dancing.
Harbor
 Example: The carnival attracts thousands of visitors
 Word Form: Noun every year.

 Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːr.bər/  Vietnamese Meaning: Lễ hội

 Definition: A sheltered place on the coast where Parade

ships can dock.
 Word Form: Noun
  Pronunciation: /pəˈreɪd/  Vietnamese Meaning: Phòng trưng bày nghệ thuật

 Definition: A public procession, often with people Stroll

marching and bands playing music.
 Word Form: Verb/Noun
 Example: The Independence Day parade was
 Pronunciation: /stroʊl/
colorful and lively.
 Definition: To walk in a relaxed way.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Cuộc diễu hành
 Example: They took a stroll through the park.
Consecutive
 Vietnamese Meaning: Đi dạo
 Word Form: Adjective
Surround
 Pronunciation: /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/
 Word Form: Verb
 Definition: Following one after another in a
sequence.  Pronunciation: /səˈraʊnd/
 Example: She won three consecutive awards for her  Definition: To be all around something.
performance.
 Example: The hotel is surrounded by beautiful
 Vietnamese Meaning: Liên tiếp gardens.
Vibrant City  Vietnamese Meaning: Bao quanh
 Word Form: Noun phrase Public Transportation
 Pronunciation: /ˈvaɪ.brənt ˈsɪt.i/  Word Form: Noun
 Definition: A city full of energy, activity, and life.  Pronunciation: /ˈpʌb.lɪk ˌtræn.spərˈteɪ.ʃən/
 Example: New York is known as a vibrant city with  Definition: Vehicles such as buses and trains that
endless things to do. are used by the public.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Thành phố sôi động  Example: Public transportation in the city is very
convenient.
Explore
 Vietnamese Meaning: Giao thông công cộng
 Word Form: Verb
Stressed Out
 Pronunciation: /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
 Word Form: Adjective
 Definition: To travel around an area to learn about
it.  Pronunciation: /strest aʊt/
 Example: They plan to explore the nearby  Definition: Feeling very worried or anxious.
mountains.
 Example: He felt stressed out before his final exams.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Khám phá
 Vietnamese Meaning: Căng thẳng
Art Gallery
Retired
 Word Form: Noun
 Word Form: Adjective
 Pronunciation: /ɑːrt ˈɡæl.ər.i/
 Pronunciation: /rɪˈtaɪərd/
 Definition: A place where works of art are
displayed.  Definition: Having stopped working, usually
because of age.
 Example: We visited an art gallery that featured
modern paintings.  Example: My father is retired and enjoys gardening.
  Vietnamese Meaning: Đã nghỉ hưu  Example: She put the milk in the fridge.

Roof  Vietnamese Meaning: Tủ lạnh

 Word Form: Noun Microwave

 Pronunciation: /ruːf/  Word Form: Noun

 Definition: The structure that covers the top of a  Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪ.krə.weɪv/

building.
 Definition: A kitchen appliance used to heat food
 Example: They repaired the roof after the storm. quickly.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Mái nhà  Example: She used the microwave to reheat her
dinner.
Option
 Vietnamese Meaning: Lò vi sóng
 Word Form: Noun
Cozy
 Pronunciation: /ˈɒp.ʃən/
 Word Form: Adjective
 Definition: A choice or alternative.
 Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊ.zi/
 Example: She had the option to study abroad.
 Definition: Comfortable and warm.
 Vietnamese Meaning: Lựa chọn
 Example: They decorated their home to feel cozy
Air Conditioning
and inviting.
 Word Form: Noun
 Vietnamese Meaning: Ấm cúng
 Pronunciation: /ˈer kənˌdɪʃ.ən.ɪŋ/
Skyscraper
 Definition: A system for controlling the temperature
 Word Form: Noun
in a building.
 Pronunciation: /ˈskaɪˌskreɪ.pər/
 Example: The air conditioning keeps the room cool
in summer.  Definition: A very tall building with many floors.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Máy điều hòa không khí  Example: The city is known for its impressive
skyscrapers.
Location
 Vietnamese Meaning: Tòa nhà chọc trời
 Word Form: Noun
Spacious
 Pronunciation: /loʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/
 Word Form: Adjective
 Definition: A place or position.
 Pronunciation: /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/
 Example: The location of the new restaurant is very
convenient.  Definition: Having a lot of space.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Vị trí  Example: The living room is spacious and perfect for
gatherings.
Fridge
 Vietnamese Meaning: Rộng rãi
 Word Form: Noun
Close To
 Pronunciation: /frɪdʒ/
 Word Form: Prepositional phrase
 Definition: A large appliance used to keep food
cold.  Pronunciation: /kloʊs tuː/
  Definition: Near or next to.

 Example: The school is close to the park.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Gần

Scary

 Word Form: Adjective

 Pronunciation: /ˈsker.i/

 Definition: Causing fear or fright.

 Example: The horror movie was really scary.

 Vietnamese Meaning: Đáng sợ