after all
US /ˈæftɚ ɔl/
UK /ˈɑ:ftə ɔ:l/
- Adverb
- In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- Considering everything; used to indicate that something is happening or is true despite some difficulty or obstacle
- Phrase
- Despite what was expected or thought; in spite of everything.
- Taking everything into consideration; considering that.
B1Morealong with
US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; together with.
- Adverb
- In company or together with someone or something.
- Including; in addition to.
A2Moreat the same time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
A1Moredecide
US /dɪˈsaɪd/
UK /dɪ'saɪd/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To make a choice or choose after thinking about it
- To make a legal judgment in court
A2TOEICMorefor instance
US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/
UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/
- Adverb
- As an example.
- Phrase
- As an example.
- As an illustration or case in point
B1Morego along with
US /ɡo əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /ɡəu əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To agree to do something
A1Morego back to
US /ɡo bæk tu/
UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To return to a starting point
A1Moregot to
US /ɡɑt tu/
UK /gɔt tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrive at some place
- To have the opportunity or permission to do something
- Phrasal Verb
- To appeal to the emotions of; move
- To finally begin to start something after a delay
A1Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Morein progress
US /ɪn ˈprɑɡˌrɛs/
UK /in ˈprəuɡres/
- Adjective
- Currently taking place or being done; not yet completed.
- Phrase
- In the course of being done or carried out.
B1Morein the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
A1Moreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Morejapanese style
US
UK
- Adjective
- Having characteristics typical of Japan, especially in design or aesthetics.
- Noun
- A style that is characteristic of Japan, often referring to design, art, or fashion.
master
US /ˈmæstɚ/
UK /'mɑ:stə(r)/
- Transitive Verb
- To gain control over something
- To learn to do something very well
- Adjective
- Being very skilled at doing something
- Being the main or most important thing or part
A2Moreneighborhood
US /ˈnebɚˌhʊd/
UK /'neɪbəhʊd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Area of a town or city that people live in
- People who live in a particular area
- Adjective
- Relating to a neighborhood.
B1Moreon the street
US /ɑn ði strit/
UK /ɔn ðə stri:t/
- Phrase
- Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
- Available or circulating, especially illegally or unofficially.
A1Moresame time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
- Noun
- An equal duration or period.
A1Morestick together
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To support each other; remain united.
- To adhere physically; to be joined by an adhesive substance.
B1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Morethose times
US
UK
- Phrase
- A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
- A specific era or period in history.
A1Moretogether with
US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/
UK /təˈɡeðə wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; along with.
- Including; as well as.
A1Moretry for
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To attempt to obtain something; to aim for.
A2Morewith it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
A1Morework in
US /wɚk ɪn/
UK /wə:k in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make an opening for something in your schedule
- To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
A1More
Vocabulary
- together with: In addition to; along with.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- have to: Must do
- japanese style: Having characteristics typical of Japan, especially in design or aesthetics.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- in progress: Currently taking place or being done; not yet completed.
- on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
- those times: A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
- stick together: To support each other; remain united.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- go along with: To agree to do something
- try for: To attempt to obtain something; to aim for.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- for instance: As an example.
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- master: To gain control over something
- project: To predict what will happen in the future
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- live: To be alive
- decide: To make a choice or choose after thinking about it
- street: Road in a city with buildings and places to walk
- idea: Belief, thought, suggestion, opinion or plan
- plan: Drawing of how something should be done or made
- house: Place where a specific activity or business occurs
- paint: To make a picture with colored liquids
- neighborhood: Area of a town or city that people live in
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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【TED】Haas&Hahn: How painting can transform communities (Haas&Hahn: How painting can transform communities)
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Go Tutor posted on 2014/12/04Ever wondered how art can totally transform a neighborhood? This video dives into how vibrant mural projects brought life and pride back to communities, showing you real-life examples from places like Villa Crucero and Santa Marta. You'll pick up practical phrases for discussing community projects and gain some fascinating cultural insights along the way!
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