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Band 8 Sample - Speaking Part 3 | SPORTS ⚽️Giải nghĩa vocab bên dưới👇🏻
1. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐕 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠
𝐢𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞?
Well, you know, watching sports live is all about the atmosphere. You get the raw
energy and buzz from the crowd, which is, I believe, something TV can't capture.
On the flip side, when you watch sports on TV, you get expert commentary and
replays, which definitely enhance understanding. So, in essence, it's a trade-off
between the electric environment of a live game and the insightful, comfortable
experience at home.
2. 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨? 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐲?
In my view, I think football, or soccer as it's called in some places, is probably the
sport most people enjoy. The simplicity of its rules, minimal equipment, and the
sense of community it fosters are likely the reasons for its worldwide appeal.
3. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬?
As for encouraging children into sports, I reckon it's all about making it fun and
inclusive. Schools and communities could organize more sports events and games
that are less about competition and more about participation. And, of course, role
models, either parents or famous athletes, can really inspire kids to get involved.
💎 𝐕𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐛 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
1. buzz /bʌz/ (n.): tiếng vo ve, huyên náo (in the context of excitement and lively
activity)
2. capture /ˈkæptʃər/ (v.): nắm bắt, lưu giữ (in the context of obtaining or
representing something)
3. on the flip side /ɒn ðə flɪp saɪd/ (phrase): mặt trái, mặt khác (a way of
introducing an opposite or contrasting point)
4. expert commentary /ˈɛkspɜrt ˈkɒmənˌteri/ (n.): sự bình luận của chuyên gia (a
detailed explanation by a specialist)
5. in essence /ɪn ˈɛsns/ (phrase): về bản chất (basically, fundamentally)
6. trade-off /ˈtreɪdˌɒf/ (n.): sự đánh đổi (a balance between different things, often
requiring compromise)
7. the sense of community /ðə sɛns əv kəˈmjunɪti/ (n.): cảm giác về cộng đồng (a
feeling of fellowship with others)
8. appeal /əˈpiːl/ (n. or v.): sức hấp dẫn, thu hút (attraction or interest)
9. inclusive /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/ (adj.): không phân biệt (encompassing everyone, not
excluding any groups of people)
10. role models /ˈrəʊl ˈmɒdl̩ z/ (n.): hình mẫu (people admired by others and
serving as examples)
11. get involved /gɛt ɪnˈvɒlvd/ (phrase): tham gia (to participate or become
engaged in something)
𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘁𝗼
𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵
𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻.
Charitable work, in its essence, is a humanitarian endeavor, yet the scope of its
reach is a matter of contention. There's a divide between those who advocate for a
more localized approach to aid, focusing solely on compatriots, and those
championing a broader, global outreach to assist individuals in dire straits
regardless of their nationality. Both perspectives have their merits, and I contend
that a multifaceted approach could serve humanity best.
On one hand, supporting the argument for local assistance is the idea that charity
begins at home. Proponents believe that countries have an intrinsic duty to first
address the hardships faced by their citizens before extending aid overseas. By
ensuring that funds and resources are channeled within, charities can directly
tackle and perhaps alleviate systemic issues, such as homelessness or
unemployment, within their borders. This might not only foster national cohesion
but also ensure that citizens see tangible outcomes from their donations.
In stark contrast, many argue that charities should possess a global vision,
transcending nationalistic limitations. The world today is intricately
interconnected, and calamities in one region often resonate globally. For instance,
if an epidemic is left unaddressed in one country, it might soon evolve into a
pandemic, affecting the global populace. Additionally, the very ethos of
humanitarianism is built on universal compassion, suggesting that suffering
anywhere should be everyone's concern.
From my standpoint, while local issues undoubtedly warrant attention, confining
charity within national boundaries seems myopic in today's globalized age.
Charities should be flexible, responding both to domestic needs and international
crises. For instance, a balanced model could involve earmarking a portion of funds
for local initiatives while allocating another segment for global emergencies.
In summary, while the impulse to prioritize one's compatriots in charitable
endeavors is understandable, it's vital to recognize the interdependence of today's
world. True humanitarian spirit, I believe, lies in blending a deep commitment to
local issues with an unwavering dedication to global causes, ensuring that aid
reaches those in utmost need, regardless of where they reside.
🔥𝐕𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐛 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
1. humanitarian endeavor /hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈteə.ri.ən ɪnˈdev.ər/ (noun phrase): nỗ lực
mang tính nhân đạo
2. compatriots /kəmˈpæt.ri.əts/ (noun): đồng bào
3. champion /ˈʧæm.pi.ən/ (verb): ủng hộ
4. global outreach /ˈgləʊ.bəl ˌaʊtˈriːʧ/ (noun phrase): tiếp cận toàn cầu
5. in dire straits /ɪn daɪə streɪts/ (phrase): trong hoàn cảnh khó khăn
6. intrinsic duty /ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪk ˈdjuː.ti/ (noun phrase): nghĩa vụ nội tại
7. extend aid overseas /ɪkˈstend eɪd ˌəʊvəˈsiːz/ (phrase): mở rộng sự hỗ trợ ra nước
ngoài
8. alleviate systemic issues /əˈliː.vieɪt sɪˈstɛm.ɪk ˈɪʃ.uːz/ (phrase): giảm nhẹ các vấn
đề mang tính hệ thống
9. foster national cohesion /ˈfɒs.tə ˈnæʃ.ən.əl kəʊˈhiː.ʒən/ (phrase): thúc đẩy sự
đoàn kết quốc gia
10. tangible outcomes /ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl ˈaʊt.kʌmz/ (noun phrase): kết quả có thể nhận
biết
11. transcend nationalistic limitations /trænˈsend næʃ.ən.əl.ɪst.ɪk ˌlɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃənz/
(phrase): vượt qua giới hạn quốc gia
12. intricately interconnected /ˈɪn.trɪ.kət.li ˌɪn.tə.kəˈnek.tɪd/ (adjective): liên kết
phức tạp
13. global populace /ˈgləʊ.bəl ˈpɒpj.uː.ləs/ (noun phrase): dân số toàn cầu
14. ethos of humanitarianism /ˈiː.θɒs əv hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈteə.ri.ən.ɪ.zəm/ (noun phrase):
tinh thần nhân đạo
15. myopic /maɪˈɒp.ɪk/ (adjective): thiển cận
16. international crises /ˌɪn.təˈnæʃ.ən.əl ˈkraɪ.siːz/ (noun phrase): khủng hoảng
quốc tế
17. local initiatives /ˈləʊ.kəl ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪvz/ (noun phrase): sáng kiến địa phương
18. unwavering dedication /ˌʌnˈweɪ.və.rɪŋ ˌded.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ (noun phrase): sự cống
hiến kiên định
19. in utmost need /ɪn ˈʌt.məʊst niːd/ (phrase): trong tình cảnh cần thiết nhất
𝙄𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙, 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮
𝙝𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮. 𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨
𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤. 𝙊𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙝𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧, 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧
𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙤𝙘𝙪𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨. 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙩𝙝 𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙
𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙤𝙣.
Investigating one's lineage has emerged as a popular pursuit globally, which has
sparked a debate over its relevance compared to the emphasis on current and
forthcoming generations. While some champion the importance of heritage
comprehension, others argue in favour of concentrating on the present and future. I
believe both perspectives have their merits, although a balanced approach would
yield the most benefit.
Proponents of researching one's family tree often underline the profound sense of
identity and belonging this activity fosters. Uncovering family narratives, whether
triumphant or tragic, lends insight into the experiences that have moulded the
present familial character. Moreover, knowledge of our ancestors' deeds and life
stories can inform our own choices, offering lessons derived from historical
successes and missteps. In essence, our past serves as an instructive foundation
upon which we can construct our present and future.
Conversely, those who prioritise attention to the present and future generations
underscore the need for progress and evolution. They argue that overemphasis on
historical legacies might result in undue veneration of the past, potentially
hindering adaptation to current socio-economic contexts. For instance, clinging to
outdated traditions or values could obstruct societal growth, demanding a focus on
cultivating a future-minded perspective that encourages innovation and
adaptability.
In my opinion, these contrasting views are not mutually exclusive but rather
complementary. Grasping our roots can enrich our understanding of ourselves and
our families, creating a robust sense of identity. Concurrently, striving to enhance
the present and future is vital to ensure the survival and prosperity of forthcoming
generations. Balancing reverence for our heritage with forward-thinking attitudes, I
believe, provides a comprehensive approach to familial comprehension, and by
extension, personal growth.
In conclusion, while delving into family history can yield invaluable lessons and
foster identity, focusing on current and future generations is equally crucial for
societal evolution and growth. Harmonising these perspectives, rather than
prioritising one over the other, seems to be the most effective strategy for
individual and collective progress.
🔥 𝗜𝗘𝗟𝗧𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢 💥