DIALOG>> I'd like to check them out one of these days.
A: Do you know how many World Heritage Sites are there in Korea?
B: Beats me. How many?
A: There are 10 Sites throughout Korea.
B: Wow, that many? Have you been to any of them?
A: Of course, I've been to Seokguram and the Chosun Dynasty Tombs.
B: Cool. I'd like to check them out one of these days.
* beats me: 전혀 모르겠다. I have no idea.
RESPONSE>> Talk about Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes.
Jeju Island boasts its beautiful beaches and luxurious resorts.
* boast: 자랑하다, 뽐내다, speak with pride
cf> brag: (심하게)자랑하다, 떠벌리다 (못마땅함)
ex> Parents love to boast about their children's accomplishment.
It is also the home of UNESCO's World Heritiage Site : Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes.
* lava tubes: 용암 동굴
This mainly comprises three sites. One of them is the extensive system of caves called Geo-mun-ore-um lava tubes.
ex> Computer comprises three main parts.
ex> Her knowledge of German literature was much more extensive than I imagined.
It is widely known as one of the most well-preserved and the finest system of lava tubes in the world.
Seong-san Il-chul-bong is another site that has aesthetic beauty.
* aesthetic: 미학의, 미의 aesthetic clinic, 성형외과
ex> The film was not only moving but the visuals were aesthetically appealing as well.
It's a tuff cone formed by a volcanic eruption in the ocean.
* tuff cone: 응회구
* volcanic eruption: 화산 폭발
Mount Halla, another site included as the World Heritage, has beautiful waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes.
* breathtaking: 깜짝 놀랄만한
Tourists and scientists alike can visit this amazing site and get a glimpse of Mother Nature's remarkable creation.
* get a glimpse of: ~을 흘끗 보다,
* Mother Nature: 자연
ex> Adults and children alike enjoyed Harry Potter and Star Wars.
ex> People waited long hours just to get a glimpse of the star.
@ It's a part of my heritage. 그건 우리의 전통 중 하나야.
1. He boasted about his wife's cooking skills.
2. There was extensive coverage of the Presidential election on the news.
3. How alike are you with your boyfriend?
4. You can get a glimpse of her work.
2012년 6월 30일 토요일
2012년 6월 28일 목요일
6/27 School Violence
DIALOG>> Bullying is out of control these days.
A: Did you see this article about more violence in schools?
B: Yes, I did. It's very disturbing.
A: In my day, there was bullying at school, but not like it is now.
B: I know. It's insane.
A: Bullying is out of control these days.
B: We have to do something about it!
* get out of control = get out of hand
RESPONSE>> Talk about school violence.
School violence is Korea has been in the headlines for quite a while now.
* for quite a while: 한동안
ex> Political scandal always makes the headlines.
ex> What are the headlines today?
It is a very serious concern for all of society.
With all the media attention to the issue, the general public has also come to grips with the reality of the situation.
* come to grips with: ~와 직면하게 되다
ex> The general public had little knowledge about the Presidential candidate.
Although the government and school officials have taken measures to prevent school violence, we still see reports of serious bullying, or "wang-tta." among both middle and high school students on the news.
* take measures to: ~하는 조치를 취하다, take actions (steps) to
ex> They had taken measures to crack down on fake brand-name products.
* on the news: 뉴스에서
Bullies have gotten out of hand and many students fear going to school.
ex> Your lateness is getting out of hand.
Some bullied students have gone so far as committing suicide to escape their tormentors.
* go so far: 심지어 ~을 하다
ex> I would not go so far as to say she is an excellent actress.
* commit suicide, take one's own life: 자살하다
* tormentor: 괴롭히는 사람
These suicides clearly show that society can no longer brush aside this problem.
* brush aside: 무시하다, 모르는 척하다
ex> He brushed my concern aside.
ex> You must be able to brush aside your worries.
Students, parents, and school officials must work together to protect children and find a solution to the problem.
@ It's disturbing. 끔찍하다
1. The death of Whitney Houston made the headlines.
2. The general public wants a stable economy.
3. His drinking was out of hand.
4. Can't we brush this problem aside?
A: Did you see this article about more violence in schools?
B: Yes, I did. It's very disturbing.
A: In my day, there was bullying at school, but not like it is now.
B: I know. It's insane.
A: Bullying is out of control these days.
B: We have to do something about it!
* get out of control = get out of hand
RESPONSE>> Talk about school violence.
School violence is Korea has been in the headlines for quite a while now.
* for quite a while: 한동안
ex> Political scandal always makes the headlines.
ex> What are the headlines today?
It is a very serious concern for all of society.
With all the media attention to the issue, the general public has also come to grips with the reality of the situation.
* come to grips with: ~와 직면하게 되다
ex> The general public had little knowledge about the Presidential candidate.
Although the government and school officials have taken measures to prevent school violence, we still see reports of serious bullying, or "wang-tta." among both middle and high school students on the news.
* take measures to: ~하는 조치를 취하다, take actions (steps) to
ex> They had taken measures to crack down on fake brand-name products.
* on the news: 뉴스에서
Bullies have gotten out of hand and many students fear going to school.
ex> Your lateness is getting out of hand.
Some bullied students have gone so far as committing suicide to escape their tormentors.
* go so far: 심지어 ~을 하다
ex> I would not go so far as to say she is an excellent actress.
* commit suicide, take one's own life: 자살하다
* tormentor: 괴롭히는 사람
These suicides clearly show that society can no longer brush aside this problem.
* brush aside: 무시하다, 모르는 척하다
ex> He brushed my concern aside.
ex> You must be able to brush aside your worries.
Students, parents, and school officials must work together to protect children and find a solution to the problem.
@ It's disturbing. 끔찍하다
1. The death of Whitney Houston made the headlines.
2. The general public wants a stable economy.
3. His drinking was out of hand.
4. Can't we brush this problem aside?
6/26 BB Cream
DIALOG>> They're flying off the shelves.
A: Your face looks beautiful today!
B: Oh, thanks. I just got this new BB cream.
A: Where did you get it? I really want to buy one.
B: I bought mine at the department store.
A: Is it expensive?
B: No, not really. But you'd better hurry because they're flying off the shelves.
* fly off the shelves: 날개 돋힌듯 팔리다
RESPONSE>> Talk about BB Cream.
BB cream or Blemish Balm, has become an essential beauty item for many women and men.
* blemish: 오점, 결점
* balm: 연고, 향유
It is one of the hottest selling cosmetic products in Asia right now.
ex> Tablet PC is the hottest selling IT gadget these days.
BB cream is an all-in-one skincare product.
* all-in-one: 일체형의
ex> I just got an all-in-one printer.
It's a mixture of moisturizer, foundation, sunblock and concealer all in one go.
* all in one go: 한 번에 모든 것을 하는
In Korea, it was first marketed as the "secret tool" of actresses and celebrities.
When a famous Korean actress credited this cream for her flawless skin, it became a craze.
* flawless: 결점이 없는
ex> Models on the cover of magazines always look flawless.
Wanting to emulate the glamorous look of stars, women have been flocking to the BB cream counters ever since.
* emulate: 모방하다
ex> Children emulate the actions of their parents.
* glamorous: 매혹적인
* flock to: ~로 모여들다
ex> People flock to the beaches in summer.
Interestingly enough, some Korean men are unabashedly using this product now.
* unabashedly: 부끄럼 없이
* interestingly enough: 흥미롭게도
ex> Interestingly enough, the Korean Wave, or hallyu, is sweeping Europe.
They use this cream to even out their skin tone and get a youthful glow.
* even out: 고르게 하다
@ What's all the hype about? 뭐가 이리 난리야?
1. K-pop is the hottest music these days.
2. You don't need to look flawless for the party.
3. I want to emulate Angelina Jolie's lips.
4. Everyone is flocking to the new outlet in Myong-dong.
A: Your face looks beautiful today!
B: Oh, thanks. I just got this new BB cream.
A: Where did you get it? I really want to buy one.
B: I bought mine at the department store.
A: Is it expensive?
B: No, not really. But you'd better hurry because they're flying off the shelves.
* fly off the shelves: 날개 돋힌듯 팔리다
RESPONSE>> Talk about BB Cream.
BB cream or Blemish Balm, has become an essential beauty item for many women and men.
* blemish: 오점, 결점
* balm: 연고, 향유
It is one of the hottest selling cosmetic products in Asia right now.
ex> Tablet PC is the hottest selling IT gadget these days.
BB cream is an all-in-one skincare product.
* all-in-one: 일체형의
ex> I just got an all-in-one printer.
It's a mixture of moisturizer, foundation, sunblock and concealer all in one go.
* all in one go: 한 번에 모든 것을 하는
In Korea, it was first marketed as the "secret tool" of actresses and celebrities.
When a famous Korean actress credited this cream for her flawless skin, it became a craze.
* flawless: 결점이 없는
ex> Models on the cover of magazines always look flawless.
Wanting to emulate the glamorous look of stars, women have been flocking to the BB cream counters ever since.
* emulate: 모방하다
ex> Children emulate the actions of their parents.
* glamorous: 매혹적인
* flock to: ~로 모여들다
ex> People flock to the beaches in summer.
Interestingly enough, some Korean men are unabashedly using this product now.
* unabashedly: 부끄럼 없이
* interestingly enough: 흥미롭게도
ex> Interestingly enough, the Korean Wave, or hallyu, is sweeping Europe.
They use this cream to even out their skin tone and get a youthful glow.
* even out: 고르게 하다
@ What's all the hype about? 뭐가 이리 난리야?
1. K-pop is the hottest music these days.
2. You don't need to look flawless for the party.
3. I want to emulate Angelina Jolie's lips.
4. Everyone is flocking to the new outlet in Myong-dong.
2012년 6월 25일 월요일
6/25 Gangnam Station
DIALOG>> Gangnam station is the most hip place in Seoul.
A: Hey, Can I ask you a question?
B: Yeah, shoot it.
A: I'm meeting my friend at Gangnam station. What's it like there?
B: Gangnam station is the most hip place in Seoul.
A: How do I get there from here?
B: Just take the subway line number two and get off at, you know where.
RESPONSE>> Talk about Gangnam station.
If you're looking for a place to go and have fun in Seoul, I've got just the place for you.
Head out to Gangnam station. This area is, without a doubt, the most popular area in Seoul.
* head out to: ~을 향해 가다
* without a doubt: 의심할 여지 없이
ex> He is, without a doubt, the best baseball player in Korea.
It has the largest foot traffic in the country.
It's always crawling with young people and cars.
* crawl with: ~로 북적거리다
ex> The floor of her kitchen was crawling with ants.
There are tons of shops, bars, restaurants and street vendors catering to trendy Koreans.
* cater to[for]: ~을 제공하다
* trendy: 유행을 따르는
ex> Trendy come and go. Style lasts forever.
There is always something happening there.
Apart from the hustle and bustle of the area, Gangnam station is also well-known for its language academies.
* apart from: ~와는 별개로
* hustle and bustle: 복잡함, 번잡함
ex> Apart from English and Korean, I also speak French.
There are countless academies that offer a wide variety of language classes.
* countless: 셀 수 없이 많은
ex> You should eat a wide variety of foods for your health.
You can see droves of students pouring out of these academies. It's quite a scene.
* drove: 무리, 군중
* pour out: 쏟아져 나오다
ex> The singer's bus was surrounded by droves of screaming fans.
@ There's one around every corner. 구석구석마다 다 있어.
1. Without a doubt, Whitney Houston was the best female singer in the world.
2. The park is crawling with too many children.
3. Apart from my grandmother, we are all going on the trip.
4. There are a wide variety of problems related to smoking.
2012년 6월 24일 일요일
6/22 Basketball
DIALOG>> Do you want to go shoot some hoops?
A: What are you doing this weekend?
B: Well, I don't know yet. What's up?
A: Do you want to go shoot some hoops?
B: Yeah, I sure do!
A: I'll pick you up around 10.
B: Alright! That sounds great.
* shoot hoops: 농구하다
RESPONSE>> What do you need to play basketball? What are the things you do in order avoid injuries while playing basketball?
If I want to play basketball, I would need a basketball hoop, a basketball and players.
* basketball hoop: 농구 골대
I usually go to the nearest Han River Park to play basketball.
ex> Where is the nearest hospital from here?
Basketball is a very active sport.
I have to move around constantly.
In order to avoid injuries, I have to stretch at least 10 minutes before playing basketball.
ex> In order to live healthy, you have to cut down on salt.
Stretching is the most vital part of any sports activity.
ex> The most vital part of the body is the head.
ex> Social networking has become the most vital part of our lives.
Stretching relaxes my muscles and joints.
This will increase the range of motion of my limbs and joints, which reduces the chance of getting injured.
ex> Eating healthy will definitely reduce the chance of getting obese.
ex> What are the chances of getting hit by a lightning?.. very slim.
However, there is another important part that people tend to overlook. And that is cooling down.
* overlook: 간과하다
* cooling down: 운동후 정리 운동
ex> I tend to forget to set my alarm clock at night.
Cooling down slowly brings your heart rate and body temperature back to normal.
* back to normal: 정상으로 돌아가서
ex> All his vital signs were back to normal.
ex> Her swollen eyes returned back to normal condition.
I never forget to cool down after playing basketball.
@ My legs are so sore! 다리가 너무 아파!
1. Sales personnel are the most vital part of our company.
2. Quitting smoking reduces the chance of getting lung cancer.
3. She tends to be overly depressed from time to time.
4. His blood pressure came back to normal.
A: What are you doing this weekend?
B: Well, I don't know yet. What's up?
A: Do you want to go shoot some hoops?
B: Yeah, I sure do!
A: I'll pick you up around 10.
B: Alright! That sounds great.
* shoot hoops: 농구하다
RESPONSE>> What do you need to play basketball? What are the things you do in order avoid injuries while playing basketball?
If I want to play basketball, I would need a basketball hoop, a basketball and players.
* basketball hoop: 농구 골대
I usually go to the nearest Han River Park to play basketball.
ex> Where is the nearest hospital from here?
Basketball is a very active sport.
I have to move around constantly.
In order to avoid injuries, I have to stretch at least 10 minutes before playing basketball.
ex> In order to live healthy, you have to cut down on salt.
Stretching is the most vital part of any sports activity.
ex> The most vital part of the body is the head.
ex> Social networking has become the most vital part of our lives.
Stretching relaxes my muscles and joints.
This will increase the range of motion of my limbs and joints, which reduces the chance of getting injured.
ex> Eating healthy will definitely reduce the chance of getting obese.
ex> What are the chances of getting hit by a lightning?.. very slim.
However, there is another important part that people tend to overlook. And that is cooling down.
* overlook: 간과하다
* cooling down: 운동후 정리 운동
ex> I tend to forget to set my alarm clock at night.
Cooling down slowly brings your heart rate and body temperature back to normal.
* back to normal: 정상으로 돌아가서
ex> All his vital signs were back to normal.
ex> Her swollen eyes returned back to normal condition.
I never forget to cool down after playing basketball.
@ My legs are so sore! 다리가 너무 아파!
1. Sales personnel are the most vital part of our company.
2. Quitting smoking reduces the chance of getting lung cancer.
3. She tends to be overly depressed from time to time.
4. His blood pressure came back to normal.
2012년 6월 21일 목요일
6/21 My Office Building
DIALOG>> I walked up the stairs.
A: Why are you breathing so heavily?
B: Let me just catch my breath first. I walked up the stairs.
A: All the way up to the 15th floor?
B: Yep. I've been doing this for a while.
A: Are you trying to lose weight?
B: Yes. And it's working too. I've lost 8 kilos so far.
* breath heavily: gasp
* catch one's breath: 숨 돌리다, 쉬다(take a breath)
RESPONSE>> Please describe your company's building.
My company's building is located in the heart of Gangnam District.
* in the heart of: ~의 중심에 있는
ex> Our hotel is in the heart of the city of Beijing.
It is very close to two subway stations.
ex> I think I'm very close to my aunt.
It's very convenient for me to commute.
* commute: 통근하다
It's really hard to miss the building because it is the tallest building in the area.
ex> This question was really hard to miss.
It's a 30-story building.
* 30-story: 30층의
It was built about ten years age, so the building is fairly clean and modern.
When you look at the building from the outside, you can see glass walls covering the entire building.
These are special glass walls. You cannot see the inside from the outside.
ex> I was only able to see the concept car from the outside.
It's like a big giant mirror.
When you walk into the lobby, there are four elevators.
ex> He was already drunk when he walked into a bar.
One of them is a freight elevator.
* freight elevator: 화물 엘리베이트
The other three are passenger elevators.
My company occupies the 18th and 19th floors. My office is located on the 18th floor.
ex> Our resort is located on the Haeundae beach.
@ What floor are you going to? 몇 층가십니까?
Could you press 7 for me, please.
= hit
1. My sandwich shop is in the heart of Korean town.
2. My house is very close to the ballpark.
3. His bright yellow car is really hard to miss when you see it.
4. The coffee shop is located on the ground floor of the building.
A: Why are you breathing so heavily?
B: Let me just catch my breath first. I walked up the stairs.
A: All the way up to the 15th floor?
B: Yep. I've been doing this for a while.
A: Are you trying to lose weight?
B: Yes. And it's working too. I've lost 8 kilos so far.
* breath heavily: gasp
* catch one's breath: 숨 돌리다, 쉬다(take a breath)
RESPONSE>> Please describe your company's building.
My company's building is located in the heart of Gangnam District.
* in the heart of: ~의 중심에 있는
ex> Our hotel is in the heart of the city of Beijing.
It is very close to two subway stations.
ex> I think I'm very close to my aunt.
It's very convenient for me to commute.
* commute: 통근하다
It's really hard to miss the building because it is the tallest building in the area.
ex> This question was really hard to miss.
It's a 30-story building.
* 30-story: 30층의
It was built about ten years age, so the building is fairly clean and modern.
When you look at the building from the outside, you can see glass walls covering the entire building.
These are special glass walls. You cannot see the inside from the outside.
ex> I was only able to see the concept car from the outside.
It's like a big giant mirror.
When you walk into the lobby, there are four elevators.
ex> He was already drunk when he walked into a bar.
One of them is a freight elevator.
* freight elevator: 화물 엘리베이트
The other three are passenger elevators.
My company occupies the 18th and 19th floors. My office is located on the 18th floor.
ex> Our resort is located on the Haeundae beach.
@ What floor are you going to? 몇 층가십니까?
Could you press 7 for me, please.
= hit
1. My sandwich shop is in the heart of Korean town.
2. My house is very close to the ballpark.
3. His bright yellow car is really hard to miss when you see it.
4. The coffee shop is located on the ground floor of the building.
6/20 Quitting Smoking
DIALOG>> This is a non-smoking building.
A: What are you doing?
B: What do you think? I'm trying to smoke.
A: For your information, this is a non-smoking building.
B: Since when did that happen?
A: It's been awhile.
B: You can't smoke anywhere these days.
ex> It's easy to find a non-smoking restaurant in Japan.
RESPONSE>> Talk about benefits of quitting smoking.
People who smoke probably thought about quitting smoking at least once in their lifetime.
ex> This is the novel you should read at least once in your lifetime.
They say kicking the habit is one of the hardest things to do.
* kick the habit: 습관을 버리다
ex> The best way to kick any habit is to go cold turkey.
Even though quitting smoking seems next to impossible, the benefits of quitting smoking start immediately.
* next to impossible: 거의 불가능한
ex> When you have three kids at home, having a clean house is next to impossible.
Soon after you put down your last cigarette, your blood pressure and heart rate go down.
Your lungs begin to repair themselves and your blood circulation improves drastically.
You have more energy. You can walk and run much easier.
ex> This test was much easier than the previous one.
Quitting smoking also improves your immune system.
Your sense of smell gets better, which makes your food taste better.
You don't have that awful cigarette smell anymore.
You can save money too.
ex> Why don't you save money while you can?
More importantly, you are protecting your loved ones from secondhand smoke.
@ I just went cold turkey. 난 단칼에 끊었어.
1. I will help you kick the habit as much as possible.
2. Knowing how to be in love is next to impossible.
3. You have to save a lot of money for the future.
4. Smoking in a non-smoking building is against the law.
A: What are you doing?
B: What do you think? I'm trying to smoke.
A: For your information, this is a non-smoking building.
B: Since when did that happen?
A: It's been awhile.
B: You can't smoke anywhere these days.
ex> It's easy to find a non-smoking restaurant in Japan.
RESPONSE>> Talk about benefits of quitting smoking.
People who smoke probably thought about quitting smoking at least once in their lifetime.
ex> This is the novel you should read at least once in your lifetime.
They say kicking the habit is one of the hardest things to do.
* kick the habit: 습관을 버리다
ex> The best way to kick any habit is to go cold turkey.
Even though quitting smoking seems next to impossible, the benefits of quitting smoking start immediately.
* next to impossible: 거의 불가능한
ex> When you have three kids at home, having a clean house is next to impossible.
Soon after you put down your last cigarette, your blood pressure and heart rate go down.
Your lungs begin to repair themselves and your blood circulation improves drastically.
You have more energy. You can walk and run much easier.
ex> This test was much easier than the previous one.
Quitting smoking also improves your immune system.
Your sense of smell gets better, which makes your food taste better.
You don't have that awful cigarette smell anymore.
You can save money too.
ex> Why don't you save money while you can?
More importantly, you are protecting your loved ones from secondhand smoke.
@ I just went cold turkey. 난 단칼에 끊었어.
1. I will help you kick the habit as much as possible.
2. Knowing how to be in love is next to impossible.
3. You have to save a lot of money for the future.
4. Smoking in a non-smoking building is against the law.
2012년 6월 20일 수요일
6/19 Young Kim
DIALOG>> He is the best man for the job.
A: Did you hear about the new president of the World Bank?
B: Yeah, Dr Yong Kim. He 's a Korean-American, isn't he?
A: You're right. He really helped a lot of people in developing countries.
B: I read about that in the paper.
A: I think he is the best man for the job.
B: I totally agree with you.
ex> Everyone in the group thought he wasn't the best man for the job.
RESPONSE>> Talk about the president of the World Bank, Yong Kim.
The World Bank recently announced Korean-born physician Yong Kim as its next president.
ex> My company recently announced that it would extend its business to China.
He will begin his five-year term on July 1st.
Dr. Kim was nominated by U.S. president Barack Obama for President of the World Bank.
* be nominated by: ~에 의해 후보로 지명되다
ex> She was nominated by her predecessor.
His nomination came as a big surprise because he had no experience in the financial world.
* come as a big surprise: 놀라게 하다
ex> Their wedding announcement came as a big surprise.
He was born in Seoul and his family immigrated to America when he was just five years old.
He obtained his doctorate degree in medicine and anthropology at Harvard.
* obtain: 갖다, 획득하다
* doctorate degree in medicine: 의학 박사 학위
ex> I obtained my bachelor's degree in economics in the US.
He cofounded an organization called "Partners in Health" with other physicans in 1987.
He devoted himself to fighting tuberculosis and AIDS in developing nations.
ex> Mother Teresa devoted herself to helping the poorest people in India.
He has been president of Dartmouth University since 2009.
He is the first Asian-American president of an Ivy League school.
@ He's my role model. 그는 나의 롤 모델이야
1. He announced that he would run for the president of Korea.
2. His confession came as a big surprise.
3. He devoted himself to fighting for his country's independence.
4. Do you think he is the best man for the job?
A: Did you hear about the new president of the World Bank?
B: Yeah, Dr Yong Kim. He 's a Korean-American, isn't he?
A: You're right. He really helped a lot of people in developing countries.
B: I read about that in the paper.
A: I think he is the best man for the job.
B: I totally agree with you.
ex> Everyone in the group thought he wasn't the best man for the job.
RESPONSE>> Talk about the president of the World Bank, Yong Kim.
The World Bank recently announced Korean-born physician Yong Kim as its next president.
ex> My company recently announced that it would extend its business to China.
He will begin his five-year term on July 1st.
Dr. Kim was nominated by U.S. president Barack Obama for President of the World Bank.
* be nominated by: ~에 의해 후보로 지명되다
ex> She was nominated by her predecessor.
His nomination came as a big surprise because he had no experience in the financial world.
* come as a big surprise: 놀라게 하다
ex> Their wedding announcement came as a big surprise.
He was born in Seoul and his family immigrated to America when he was just five years old.
He obtained his doctorate degree in medicine and anthropology at Harvard.
* obtain: 갖다, 획득하다
* doctorate degree in medicine: 의학 박사 학위
ex> I obtained my bachelor's degree in economics in the US.
He cofounded an organization called "Partners in Health" with other physicans in 1987.
He devoted himself to fighting tuberculosis and AIDS in developing nations.
ex> Mother Teresa devoted herself to helping the poorest people in India.
He has been president of Dartmouth University since 2009.
He is the first Asian-American president of an Ivy League school.
@ He's my role model. 그는 나의 롤 모델이야
1. He announced that he would run for the president of Korea.
2. His confession came as a big surprise.
3. He devoted himself to fighting for his country's independence.
4. Do you think he is the best man for the job?
2012년 6월 18일 월요일
6/18 Ramyeon
DIALOG>> That was too spicy for me.
A: Have you eaten yet?
B: Yeah, I just had some ramyeon.
A: Good. Was this your first time trying it?
B: Yeah, but that was too spicy for me.
A: I can imagine. Why don't you try non-spicy ramyeon next time?
B: Non-spicy? You should've told me earlier!
RESPONSE>> Talk about how to make great ramyeon.
Koreans consume enormous amounts of ramyeon every year.
* consume: 소비하다
On average, a typical Korean eats 75 ramyeons a year.
ex> On average, I drink about two cups of coffee a day.
Here's how to make already great ramyeon even better.
First, you need a cheap aluminum pot. It's called "yang-eun-naem-bee." You can find them in any store.
Second, the amount of water is very important.
ex> We all need to increase the amount of sleep we get.
Make sure you have a measuring cup so that you can put in the exact amount according to cooking instructions.
* measuring cup: 계량컵
ex> You need to make sure the room is tidy.
Following instructions is very important. They're there for a reason.
ex> I'm sure she's angry for a reason.
Third, add extra ingredients to your ramyeon.
You can add just about anything to your ramyeon.
* just about anything: 거의 모든 것
ex> I would do just about anything to get a decent job.
I usually add green onions, cheese and eggs.
Fourth, cook your ramyeon at the highest temperature possible.
ex> You can sell your used laptops at the highest possible price on eBay.
It's just better this way. Now your ramyeon is ready. Have kimchi as your side dish. It's the best choice.
@ She really eats like a bird. 그녀는 정말 입이 짧아
1. On average, I jog about five kilometers every morning.
2. When cooking rice, the amount of water is very important.
3. Make sure you turn off the television after you've done.
4. You can eat just about anything at the buffet.
A: Have you eaten yet?
B: Yeah, I just had some ramyeon.
A: Good. Was this your first time trying it?
B: Yeah, but that was too spicy for me.
A: I can imagine. Why don't you try non-spicy ramyeon next time?
B: Non-spicy? You should've told me earlier!
RESPONSE>> Talk about how to make great ramyeon.
Koreans consume enormous amounts of ramyeon every year.
* consume: 소비하다
On average, a typical Korean eats 75 ramyeons a year.
ex> On average, I drink about two cups of coffee a day.
Here's how to make already great ramyeon even better.
First, you need a cheap aluminum pot. It's called "yang-eun-naem-bee." You can find them in any store.
Second, the amount of water is very important.
ex> We all need to increase the amount of sleep we get.
Make sure you have a measuring cup so that you can put in the exact amount according to cooking instructions.
* measuring cup: 계량컵
ex> You need to make sure the room is tidy.
Following instructions is very important. They're there for a reason.
ex> I'm sure she's angry for a reason.
Third, add extra ingredients to your ramyeon.
You can add just about anything to your ramyeon.
* just about anything: 거의 모든 것
ex> I would do just about anything to get a decent job.
I usually add green onions, cheese and eggs.
Fourth, cook your ramyeon at the highest temperature possible.
ex> You can sell your used laptops at the highest possible price on eBay.
It's just better this way. Now your ramyeon is ready. Have kimchi as your side dish. It's the best choice.
@ She really eats like a bird. 그녀는 정말 입이 짧아
1. On average, I jog about five kilometers every morning.
2. When cooking rice, the amount of water is very important.
3. Make sure you turn off the television after you've done.
4. You can eat just about anything at the buffet.
2012년 6월 17일 일요일
6/15 Price Fixing
DIALOG>> They got caught fixing prices of their products.
A: Did you hear the news about the price-fixing case?
B: No, what is it about?
A: You know, there are two major electronic companies in Korea. Right?
B: Yeah, I know what you're talking about. And?
A: They got caught fixing prices of their products.
B: No wonder my laptop was so expensive!
RESPONSE>> Talk about price fixing case in Korea.
Korea's Fair Trade Commission recently imposed a huge fine of a couple of South Korean chaebols for price fixing.
* Fair Trade Commission: 공정거래위원회
* price fixing: 가격 담합
* impose a fine on: ~에 벌금을 부과하다
Those two mega-corporations were accused of fixing the prices of their products such as washers, flat-screen TVs, laptops and the list goes on and on.
* mega-corporation: 대기업 (=conglomerate)
* the list goes on and on: 수도 없이 많다
ex> He was accused of stealing 30 smartphones.
This came as quite a shock because they were thought to be long-time rivals in the consumer electronics market.
* consumer electronics: 가전제품
* come as quite a shock: 충격으로 다가오다
ex> Her death comes as quite a shock to everybody.
ex> Vaccination is thought to be the most effective way to prevent infections.
These two firms have a virtual monopoly in this field.
* virtual: 실질적인
* monopoly: 독과점, 독점
For instance, their combined market share for flat-screen TVs is 99.6 percent.
* market share: 시장 점유율
They colluded to raise the prices of their products behind closed doors.
* collude: 공모하다
* behind closed doors: 비밀리에
ex> The decision was made behind closed doors.
One of the firms actually came forward to report this illegal conduct and its hefty fine was waived.
* come forward: (자짐해서) 나서다
ex> New eye-witnesses came forward in this case.
* hefty: 고액의, 크고 무거운
* be waived: ~을 면제받다
ex> Some fees were waived for the low-income families.
However, the other company said they would appeal.
* appeal: 항소하다
@ He got away with a slap on the wrist. 그는 솜방망이 처벌만 받았어.
1. A few students were accused of bullying.
2. His injury came as quite a shock.
3. Their marriage ceremony was held behind closed door.
4. The bank waived the fees for VIP customers.
A: Did you hear the news about the price-fixing case?
B: No, what is it about?
A: You know, there are two major electronic companies in Korea. Right?
B: Yeah, I know what you're talking about. And?
A: They got caught fixing prices of their products.
B: No wonder my laptop was so expensive!
RESPONSE>> Talk about price fixing case in Korea.
Korea's Fair Trade Commission recently imposed a huge fine of a couple of South Korean chaebols for price fixing.
* Fair Trade Commission: 공정거래위원회
* price fixing: 가격 담합
* impose a fine on: ~에 벌금을 부과하다
Those two mega-corporations were accused of fixing the prices of their products such as washers, flat-screen TVs, laptops and the list goes on and on.
* mega-corporation: 대기업 (=conglomerate)
* the list goes on and on: 수도 없이 많다
ex> He was accused of stealing 30 smartphones.
This came as quite a shock because they were thought to be long-time rivals in the consumer electronics market.
* consumer electronics: 가전제품
* come as quite a shock: 충격으로 다가오다
ex> Her death comes as quite a shock to everybody.
ex> Vaccination is thought to be the most effective way to prevent infections.
These two firms have a virtual monopoly in this field.
* virtual: 실질적인
* monopoly: 독과점, 독점
For instance, their combined market share for flat-screen TVs is 99.6 percent.
* market share: 시장 점유율
They colluded to raise the prices of their products behind closed doors.
* collude: 공모하다
* behind closed doors: 비밀리에
ex> The decision was made behind closed doors.
One of the firms actually came forward to report this illegal conduct and its hefty fine was waived.
* come forward: (자짐해서) 나서다
ex> New eye-witnesses came forward in this case.
* hefty: 고액의, 크고 무거운
* be waived: ~을 면제받다
ex> Some fees were waived for the low-income families.
However, the other company said they would appeal.
* appeal: 항소하다
@ He got away with a slap on the wrist. 그는 솜방망이 처벌만 받았어.
1. A few students were accused of bullying.
2. His injury came as quite a shock.
3. Their marriage ceremony was held behind closed door.
4. The bank waived the fees for VIP customers.
6/14 Cat
DIALOG>> Are you a dog person or cat person?
A: Hey Jin-joo, are you a dog person or cat person?
B: Oh, I'm a dog person. How about you?
A: I'm a cat person. I love cats.
B: No offense but I don't like cats too much.
A: None take, but I wonder, why don't you like cats?
B: Well, they are a little creepy, to be honest.
* creepy: 오싹한, 무서운, = scary, eerie, spooky
RESPONSE>> Talk about raising a cat.
I raise a beautiful white doll-like Persian cat at home.
ex> Do you raise any pets at home?
When she first came to my house, she was small enough to fit into a teacup.
* small enough to fit into: ~에 들어갈 만큼 작은
ex> My cellphone perfectly fits in my pocket.
I named her Na-bee.
ex> Who named your dog?
I bought a litter box and a cat tower for her.
* litter box: 고양이 화장실
* cat tower: 고양이 타워, 캣타워
A litter box is a box where cats go take care of their business.
* take care of one's business: 볼일을 보다
ex> I need at least five days to take care of my business in New York.
You put in cat litter at the bottom and this will absorb bad odor.
* cat litter: 고양이 화장실에 까는 모래
* absorb: 흡수하다
A cat tower is like a playhouse for cats.
She loves to climb up there and hide inside the tower.
Na-bee is a very shy and timid cat.
* shy and timid: 부끄러움을 타고 소심한
She always hides under the sofa when I'm not around.
ex> Don't make any mess when I'm not around.
She is always cautious around new people.
I wish she were friendlier around my family and friends though.
@ I only give my cat dry food. 난 고양이에게 사료만 먹어
1. This book is small enough to fit into my bag.
2. Who named your name?
3. I need to go take care of my business.
4. Don't use my computer while I'm not around.
A: Hey Jin-joo, are you a dog person or cat person?
B: Oh, I'm a dog person. How about you?
A: I'm a cat person. I love cats.
B: No offense but I don't like cats too much.
A: None take, but I wonder, why don't you like cats?
B: Well, they are a little creepy, to be honest.
* creepy: 오싹한, 무서운, = scary, eerie, spooky
RESPONSE>> Talk about raising a cat.
I raise a beautiful white doll-like Persian cat at home.
ex> Do you raise any pets at home?
When she first came to my house, she was small enough to fit into a teacup.
* small enough to fit into: ~에 들어갈 만큼 작은
ex> My cellphone perfectly fits in my pocket.
I named her Na-bee.
ex> Who named your dog?
I bought a litter box and a cat tower for her.
* litter box: 고양이 화장실
* cat tower: 고양이 타워, 캣타워
A litter box is a box where cats go take care of their business.
* take care of one's business: 볼일을 보다
ex> I need at least five days to take care of my business in New York.
You put in cat litter at the bottom and this will absorb bad odor.
* cat litter: 고양이 화장실에 까는 모래
* absorb: 흡수하다
A cat tower is like a playhouse for cats.
She loves to climb up there and hide inside the tower.
Na-bee is a very shy and timid cat.
* shy and timid: 부끄러움을 타고 소심한
She always hides under the sofa when I'm not around.
ex> Don't make any mess when I'm not around.
She is always cautious around new people.
I wish she were friendlier around my family and friends though.
@ I only give my cat dry food. 난 고양이에게 사료만 먹어
1. This book is small enough to fit into my bag.
2. Who named your name?
3. I need to go take care of my business.
4. Don't use my computer while I'm not around.
2012년 6월 16일 토요일
6/13 Black Box
DIALOG>> I was in a rear-end collision.
A: How come you took a bus today?
B: I was in a rear-end collision.
A: Oh really? Are you all right?
B: My neck is pretty stiff right now.
A: You need to go see a doctor.
B: I'm going to after lunch.
* rear-end collision: 추돌사고
* whiplash = whiplash injury: 사고로 인한 목뼈 손상
RESPONSE>> Talk about a device called "black box."
The so-called "black box" is a security camera that can be installed in your car.
ex> Korea has fully recovered from the so-called "IMF era."
ex> My so-called friend has deceived me completely.
It is very similar to those found on commercial airliners.
ex> The climate of Jeju island is very similar to that of Hawaii in the summer.
This video recording device continuously records everything that happens in front of your car.
It begins recording the moment you start moving your car.
If you wish your camera to record when your car is parked, you can set your camera that way.
You can also buy additional cameras if you wish to record the rear and side views.
* rear and side views: 후방과 측면 전망
cf> rear-view mirror: 백미러
Some black boxes are equipped with GPS tracking system.
* be equipped with: ~을 탑재하다, 장착하다
ex> My classroom is well equipped with advanced IT equipment.
This allows you to have information like how fast you were going or the exact location of your car.
ex> Some apps allow you to send text message for free.
If case of an accident, it provides proof you need in insurance cases. It's a must-have item.
ex> In case of an earthquake, take cover by hiding under a table.
* insurance case: 보험 사건
* must-have item: 필수품
ex> Rain boots are a must-have item during the monsoon season.
@ Everything was caught on camera. 모든 것이 카메라에 찍혔어.
1. Most Americans support Obama's so-called "the Buffett Rule."
2. My cellphone is equipped with an eight megapixel camera.
3. Hybrid cars allow you to reduce fuel costs
4. Smartphone is a must-have item now.
A: How come you took a bus today?
B: I was in a rear-end collision.
A: Oh really? Are you all right?
B: My neck is pretty stiff right now.
A: You need to go see a doctor.
B: I'm going to after lunch.
* rear-end collision: 추돌사고
* whiplash = whiplash injury: 사고로 인한 목뼈 손상
RESPONSE>> Talk about a device called "black box."
The so-called "black box" is a security camera that can be installed in your car.
ex> Korea has fully recovered from the so-called "IMF era."
ex> My so-called friend has deceived me completely.
It is very similar to those found on commercial airliners.
ex> The climate of Jeju island is very similar to that of Hawaii in the summer.
This video recording device continuously records everything that happens in front of your car.
It begins recording the moment you start moving your car.
If you wish your camera to record when your car is parked, you can set your camera that way.
You can also buy additional cameras if you wish to record the rear and side views.
* rear and side views: 후방과 측면 전망
cf> rear-view mirror: 백미러
Some black boxes are equipped with GPS tracking system.
* be equipped with: ~을 탑재하다, 장착하다
ex> My classroom is well equipped with advanced IT equipment.
This allows you to have information like how fast you were going or the exact location of your car.
ex> Some apps allow you to send text message for free.
If case of an accident, it provides proof you need in insurance cases. It's a must-have item.
ex> In case of an earthquake, take cover by hiding under a table.
* insurance case: 보험 사건
* must-have item: 필수품
ex> Rain boots are a must-have item during the monsoon season.
@ Everything was caught on camera. 모든 것이 카메라에 찍혔어.
1. Most Americans support Obama's so-called "the Buffett Rule."
2. My cellphone is equipped with an eight megapixel camera.
3. Hybrid cars allow you to reduce fuel costs
4. Smartphone is a must-have item now.
2012년 6월 14일 목요일
6/12 Acupuncture
DIALOG>> I twisted my ankle yesterday.
A: Hey Tae-kyung, why are you limping?
B: I twisted my ankle yesterday.
A: Oh, that sucks. What were you doing?
B: I was playing basketball.
A: Why don't you ice it?
B: Nay, I'm just going to get some acupuncture treatments.
* limp: 다리를 절다
RESPONSE>> Talk about acupuncture in Korea.
Have you ever sprained your ankle? Have you ever woken up in the morning with back pain?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you know how painful those are.
You probably tried to take some painkillers or put on a pain relieving patch.
* put on: ~을 바르다, 붙이다
ex> I took a whole bunch of painkillers.
ex> Don't forget to put on sunscreen today.
And you know nothing really worked. If that's the case, you should try acupuncture.
* if that's the case: 만약 그렇다면
ex> If that's the case, why don't you get a new car?
Acupuncture is a traditional medicine that originated in China.
The ancient Chinese knew that when certain acupuncture points are blocked in your body, it disrupts the flow of your energy or ghee.
ex> A loud cellphone ring totally disrupted the meeting.
And that could make you sick.
Acupuncture needles come in various sizes.
ex> Running shoes come in various sizes and colors.
By inserting acupuncture needles into these points, your blocked ghee starts flowing again hence remedying your pain.
Don't worry if you're afraid of needles because the procedure is almost painless.
ex> It felt to me that she wasn't afraid of anything.
@ I have a stiff neck. 나 목이 뻣뻣해.
1. You have to take painkillers after meals.
2. Don't put on too much makeup.
3. If that's the case, you'd better give up.
4. Laptop computers come in various sizes.
A: Hey Tae-kyung, why are you limping?
B: I twisted my ankle yesterday.
A: Oh, that sucks. What were you doing?
B: I was playing basketball.
A: Why don't you ice it?
B: Nay, I'm just going to get some acupuncture treatments.
* limp: 다리를 절다
RESPONSE>> Talk about acupuncture in Korea.
Have you ever sprained your ankle? Have you ever woken up in the morning with back pain?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you know how painful those are.
You probably tried to take some painkillers or put on a pain relieving patch.
* put on: ~을 바르다, 붙이다
ex> I took a whole bunch of painkillers.
ex> Don't forget to put on sunscreen today.
And you know nothing really worked. If that's the case, you should try acupuncture.
* if that's the case: 만약 그렇다면
ex> If that's the case, why don't you get a new car?
Acupuncture is a traditional medicine that originated in China.
The ancient Chinese knew that when certain acupuncture points are blocked in your body, it disrupts the flow of your energy or ghee.
ex> A loud cellphone ring totally disrupted the meeting.
And that could make you sick.
Acupuncture needles come in various sizes.
ex> Running shoes come in various sizes and colors.
By inserting acupuncture needles into these points, your blocked ghee starts flowing again hence remedying your pain.
Don't worry if you're afraid of needles because the procedure is almost painless.
ex> It felt to me that she wasn't afraid of anything.
@ I have a stiff neck. 나 목이 뻣뻣해.
1. You have to take painkillers after meals.
2. Don't put on too much makeup.
3. If that's the case, you'd better give up.
4. Laptop computers come in various sizes.
6/11 Korean Melon
DIALOG>> I don't know what you call them but they're yellow and taste like melon.
A: So Jane, how do you like it here so far?
B: Well, I love it here, especially fruit here in Korea.
A: Great! What do you like the best?
B: I don't know what you call them but they're yellow and taste like melon.
A: Oh, I know what you're talking about. They're called cham-we.
B: Those are so good!
RESPONSE>> Talk about Korean melon.
Have you seen yellow oval-shaped melons with deep evenly spaced white lines on them at the supermarket?
Those are called Korean melons or yellow melons. Koreans call them "cham-we."
The month of June is peak season for Korean melons.
ex> Fall is the peak season for Mt. Seorak.
Under their yellow skin, you can find crispy white flesh within.
* crispy: 아삭한
* flesh: 살, 과육
They taste just like cantaloupe but have a firmer texture.
* cantaloupe: 머스크맬론
When cut in half, there is a large seed cavity filled with seeds that are not usually eaten.
ex> My salary was cut in half.
ex> He was filled with extreme anger.
But some people eat the whole thing because the seeds are small enough to swallow.
ex> These pills are not small enough to swallow.
Plus, they are the sweetest part of the melons.
When you buy them, make sure you choose firm ones with a sweet aroma.
They go bad easily, so store them in the fridge.
ex> He asked me whether bottled water can go bad or not.
* fridge: 냉장고
ex> There is some leftover pizza in the fridge.
@ I could eat a horse. 뭐든지 먹을 수 있을 것같아
1. Winter is the peak season for strokes.
2. Because of the weather, the customers were cut in half.
3. North Korean defectors are filled with hope.
4. Did the mild go bad?
The month of June is peak season for Korean melons.
ex> Fall is the peak season for Mt. Seorak.
Under their yellow skin, you can find crispy white flesh within.
* crispy: 아삭한
* flesh: 살, 과육
They taste just like cantaloupe but have a firmer texture.
* cantaloupe: 머스크맬론
When cut in half, there is a large seed cavity filled with seeds that are not usually eaten.
ex> My salary was cut in half.
ex> He was filled with extreme anger.
But some people eat the whole thing because the seeds are small enough to swallow.
ex> These pills are not small enough to swallow.
Plus, they are the sweetest part of the melons.
When you buy them, make sure you choose firm ones with a sweet aroma.
They go bad easily, so store them in the fridge.
ex> He asked me whether bottled water can go bad or not.
* fridge: 냉장고
ex> There is some leftover pizza in the fridge.
@ I could eat a horse. 뭐든지 먹을 수 있을 것같아
1. Winter is the peak season for strokes.
2. Because of the weather, the customers were cut in half.
3. North Korean defectors are filled with hope.
4. Did the mild go bad?
2012년 6월 10일 일요일
6/8 Fan Death
DIALOG>> I just bought an electric fan today.
A: Do you have an air-conditioner at home?
B: Unfortunately, no, but I just bought an electric fan today.
A: Nice! But be careful not to leave it on all night.
B: What are you talking about?
A: You've never heard of "fan death"?
B: Nope. What is it?
RESPONSE>> Talk about an urban myth called fan death in Korea.
There is an urban myth in Korea called "fan death."
* urban myth: 도시 전설, 괴담, urban legend
A large number of Koreans believe that just a regular electric fan can kill you.
ex> A large number of people are gathering near city hall.
During summer, if you have an electric fan running directly on your face or body in an enclosed room, it could kill you while you sleep.
* enclosed room: 밀폐된 방
* directly on: 직접적으로, 바로
Especially old people, young children and drunken people are at a greater risk.
ex> Smokers are at a greater risk of cancer.
In order to prevent this, fans sold in Korea have a timer switch that turns off the fans after a set period of time.
ex> You have to constantly practice in order to improve your English.
* a set period of time: 정해 놓은 시간
ex> My computer turns off by itself after a set period of time.
You can also make your fans oscillate or open your window just a little to allow the air in and out.
* oscillate: 진동하다, 왔다 갔다 하다
* allow the air in and out: 공기를 통하게 하다, ventilation
People believe that "fan death" is caused by hypothermia or suffocation but there isn't enough scientific proof to support this phenomenon.
* suffocation: 질식
* hypothermia: 저체온증
ex> Some scientists say global warming is not caused by carbon dioxide.
ex> I can't cook spaghetti tonight because there isn't enough sauce.
@ Don't fall for that myth. 그 미신에 속지마
1. People who consume a lot of sodium are at a greater risk of heart attack.
2. In order to lower your blood pressure, you need to decrease your sodium consumption.
3. His death was caused by natural causes.
4. There isn't enough pizza for everyone.
A: Do you have an air-conditioner at home?
B: Unfortunately, no, but I just bought an electric fan today.
A: Nice! But be careful not to leave it on all night.
B: What are you talking about?
A: You've never heard of "fan death"?
B: Nope. What is it?
RESPONSE>> Talk about an urban myth called fan death in Korea.
There is an urban myth in Korea called "fan death."
* urban myth: 도시 전설, 괴담, urban legend
A large number of Koreans believe that just a regular electric fan can kill you.
ex> A large number of people are gathering near city hall.
During summer, if you have an electric fan running directly on your face or body in an enclosed room, it could kill you while you sleep.
* enclosed room: 밀폐된 방
* directly on: 직접적으로, 바로
Especially old people, young children and drunken people are at a greater risk.
ex> Smokers are at a greater risk of cancer.
In order to prevent this, fans sold in Korea have a timer switch that turns off the fans after a set period of time.
ex> You have to constantly practice in order to improve your English.
* a set period of time: 정해 놓은 시간
ex> My computer turns off by itself after a set period of time.
You can also make your fans oscillate or open your window just a little to allow the air in and out.
* oscillate: 진동하다, 왔다 갔다 하다
* allow the air in and out: 공기를 통하게 하다, ventilation
People believe that "fan death" is caused by hypothermia or suffocation but there isn't enough scientific proof to support this phenomenon.
* suffocation: 질식
* hypothermia: 저체온증
ex> Some scientists say global warming is not caused by carbon dioxide.
ex> I can't cook spaghetti tonight because there isn't enough sauce.
@ Don't fall for that myth. 그 미신에 속지마
1. People who consume a lot of sodium are at a greater risk of heart attack.
2. In order to lower your blood pressure, you need to decrease your sodium consumption.
3. His death was caused by natural causes.
4. There isn't enough pizza for everyone.
2012년 6월 9일 토요일
6/7 Screen Golf
DIALOG>> I made a hole-in-one yesterday!
A: Guess what I did yesterday!
B: What did you do?
A: I made a hole-in-one yesterday!
B: Get out of here!
A: I'm serious!
B: You probably played some screen golf last night.
* Get out of here, = no way, 설마, 말도안돼.
RESPONSE>> Talk about screen golf in Korea.
You can enjoy playing golf in Korea without breaking your wallet.
* break one's wallet: 돈을 많이 쓰다
ex> I can take swimming lessons without breaking my wallet.
Golf is considered to be an expensive pastime here but now people can enjoy golf at a fraction of the normal cost.
* pastime: 여가 생활, 취미
* at a fraction of the normal cost: 기존 비용보다 훨씬 저렴하게
ex> Persian Gulf region is considered to be the most dangerous area in the world.
ex> If you use outlet stores, you can buy things at a fraction of the normal cost.
This sport is called screen golf. It's actually a computer-stimulated golf game played on the screen.
In Korea, real golf courses are very expensive and overcrowded and that's why screen golf is gaining huge popularity here.
* gain popularity: 인기를 얻다
ex> K-Pop is gaining enormous popularity in Europe.
Simulated golf has been around for years but it didn't appeal to amateur golfers in the beginning.
ex> I've been around the IT business for a long time.
ex> His paintings weren't popular in the beginning.
It just couldn't simulate the actual golf experience.
However, Korea's advanced IT technology has made this virtual-reality golf very close to the real games.
So, what do you prefer? Screen golf or real thing?
@ What is your golf handicap? 골프 핸디캡이 얼마나 돼?
1. Writing names in red ink is considered to be a bad luck.
2. You can watch a movie at a fraction of the normal cost in the morning.
3. Yoga is gaining huge popularity these days.
4. You didn't want to go in the beginning.
A: Guess what I did yesterday!
B: What did you do?
A: I made a hole-in-one yesterday!
B: Get out of here!
A: I'm serious!
B: You probably played some screen golf last night.
* Get out of here, = no way, 설마, 말도안돼.
RESPONSE>> Talk about screen golf in Korea.
You can enjoy playing golf in Korea without breaking your wallet.
* break one's wallet: 돈을 많이 쓰다
ex> I can take swimming lessons without breaking my wallet.
Golf is considered to be an expensive pastime here but now people can enjoy golf at a fraction of the normal cost.
* pastime: 여가 생활, 취미
* at a fraction of the normal cost: 기존 비용보다 훨씬 저렴하게
ex> Persian Gulf region is considered to be the most dangerous area in the world.
ex> If you use outlet stores, you can buy things at a fraction of the normal cost.
This sport is called screen golf. It's actually a computer-stimulated golf game played on the screen.
In Korea, real golf courses are very expensive and overcrowded and that's why screen golf is gaining huge popularity here.
* gain popularity: 인기를 얻다
ex> K-Pop is gaining enormous popularity in Europe.
Simulated golf has been around for years but it didn't appeal to amateur golfers in the beginning.
ex> I've been around the IT business for a long time.
ex> His paintings weren't popular in the beginning.
It just couldn't simulate the actual golf experience.
However, Korea's advanced IT technology has made this virtual-reality golf very close to the real games.
So, what do you prefer? Screen golf or real thing?
@ What is your golf handicap? 골프 핸디캡이 얼마나 돼?
1. Writing names in red ink is considered to be a bad luck.
2. You can watch a movie at a fraction of the normal cost in the morning.
3. Yoga is gaining huge popularity these days.
4. You didn't want to go in the beginning.
6/6 Memorial Day
DIALOG>> My grandfather was a Korean War veteran.
A: What are you doing this Memorial Day?
B: My whole family is going to the National Cemetery in Seoul.
A: How come?
B: My grandfather was a Korean War veteran. He's buried there.
A: Wow, really?
B: Yeah, my dad told me he was killed in action near the Imjin River.
* killed in action (KIA): 전사하다
* war veteran: 참전 용사
RESPONSE>> Talk about Memorial Day in Korea.
The Korean Memorial Day, or Hyeonchung-il, is a national holiday in Korea observed on June 6th every year.
* observe: 지키다, 기념하다
ex> Thanksgiving Day in the United States is observed on the every fourth Thurday of November.
This holiday is equivalent to Memorial Day in the United States.
* be equivalent to: ~와 같다, ~에 상당하다
ex> One gallon is equivalent to 3.79 liters.
ex> A mile is equivalent to 1.6 kilometers.
We celebrate this important day to commemorate men and women who died during the Korean War and other significant battles.
* commemorate: 추도하다, 추모하다
We also honor those who bravely fought for our independence during the Japanese occupation.
On this day, a memorial service is held in the National Cemetery in Seoul and the Korean flag is flown half-mast.
* National Cemetery: 국립묘지
ex> The next summer Olympic Games will be held in London, England.
* be flown half-mast (=half-staff): 조기로 게양하다,
At the tenth hour of this day, a moment of silence is observed to honor those who gave up their lives for our country.
* a moment of silence: 묵념
ex> There was a moment of silence for the Italian football player Morosini.
* give up one's life: 목숨을 바치다
ex> It's totally wrong to give up your own life.
This period of silence generally lasts a minute.
ex> How long does that movie last?
@ My condolences to you and your family.
당신과 당신 가족에게 삼가 조의를 표합니다.
1. Korea's independence day is observed on August 15th every year.
2. 32 degrees Fahrenheit is equivalent to zero degrees Celsius.
3. Let's have a moment of silence for him.
4. His marriage didn't last that long.
A: What are you doing this Memorial Day?
B: My whole family is going to the National Cemetery in Seoul.
A: How come?
B: My grandfather was a Korean War veteran. He's buried there.
A: Wow, really?
B: Yeah, my dad told me he was killed in action near the Imjin River.
* killed in action (KIA): 전사하다
* war veteran: 참전 용사
RESPONSE>> Talk about Memorial Day in Korea.
The Korean Memorial Day, or Hyeonchung-il, is a national holiday in Korea observed on June 6th every year.
* observe: 지키다, 기념하다
ex> Thanksgiving Day in the United States is observed on the every fourth Thurday of November.
This holiday is equivalent to Memorial Day in the United States.
* be equivalent to: ~와 같다, ~에 상당하다
ex> One gallon is equivalent to 3.79 liters.
ex> A mile is equivalent to 1.6 kilometers.
We celebrate this important day to commemorate men and women who died during the Korean War and other significant battles.
* commemorate: 추도하다, 추모하다
We also honor those who bravely fought for our independence during the Japanese occupation.
On this day, a memorial service is held in the National Cemetery in Seoul and the Korean flag is flown half-mast.
* National Cemetery: 국립묘지
ex> The next summer Olympic Games will be held in London, England.
* be flown half-mast (=half-staff): 조기로 게양하다,
At the tenth hour of this day, a moment of silence is observed to honor those who gave up their lives for our country.
* a moment of silence: 묵념
ex> There was a moment of silence for the Italian football player Morosini.
* give up one's life: 목숨을 바치다
ex> It's totally wrong to give up your own life.
This period of silence generally lasts a minute.
ex> How long does that movie last?
@ My condolences to you and your family.
당신과 당신 가족에게 삼가 조의를 표합니다.
1. Korea's independence day is observed on August 15th every year.
2. 32 degrees Fahrenheit is equivalent to zero degrees Celsius.
3. Let's have a moment of silence for him.
4. His marriage didn't last that long.
6/5 Yellow Sand [Dust]
DIALOG>> You need to put on a mask today.
A: Did you see the weather forecast today?
B: Nope, why do you ask?
A: Well, they say it's going to be the worst yellow dust day today.
B: Oh, no. What should I do?
A: You need to put on a mask.
B: Thanks for telling me that.
* put on: ~을 입다, 쓰다
RESPONSE>> Talk about yellow sand [dust].
Yellow sand or Hwang-sa is quite harmful to human health.
ex> Secondhand smoking is proven to be very harmful to our health.
ex> Saccharin is considered to be not harmful to humans.
It originates in the Gobi Desert in Mongolia.
ex> Taekwondo originated in Korea about 2,000 years ago.
When a strong dust storm develops there, it picks up sand from the Gobi Desert.
* pick up sand: 모래를 줍다, 흡수하다
It also picks up other harmful dust and air pollutants from China's industrialized areas.
* air pollutant: (공기) 오염 물질
It usually occurs during the springtime but it happens occasionally during winter.
ex> Mountain Dobong is the best place to visit during the springtime.
Yellow sand has been coming to Korea for many years but it's happening more frequently and intensely in recent years.
ex> In recent years, alcohol consumption has declined quite a bit.
It causes serious respiratory illnesses so the best prevention is to avoid it as much as possible.
* respiratory illness: 호흡기 질환
* as much as possible: 최대한 많이
ex> You have to practice English as much as possible.
You have to close all the windows at home. If you have to go outside, you should wear a mask and limit your exposure to the sand.
* limit one's exposure: 노출을 줄이다.
ex> If you limit your sodium intake, you would be much healthier.
@ I have a sore throat. 목이 아파
1. The game of football originated in England.
2. Seoul's house prices have risen in recent years.
3. He ate as much as possible.
4. You have to limit your sun exposure.
A: Did you see the weather forecast today?
B: Nope, why do you ask?
A: Well, they say it's going to be the worst yellow dust day today.
B: Oh, no. What should I do?
A: You need to put on a mask.
B: Thanks for telling me that.
* put on: ~을 입다, 쓰다
RESPONSE>> Talk about yellow sand [dust].
Yellow sand or Hwang-sa is quite harmful to human health.
ex> Secondhand smoking is proven to be very harmful to our health.
ex> Saccharin is considered to be not harmful to humans.
It originates in the Gobi Desert in Mongolia.
ex> Taekwondo originated in Korea about 2,000 years ago.
When a strong dust storm develops there, it picks up sand from the Gobi Desert.
* pick up sand: 모래를 줍다, 흡수하다
It also picks up other harmful dust and air pollutants from China's industrialized areas.
* air pollutant: (공기) 오염 물질
It usually occurs during the springtime but it happens occasionally during winter.
ex> Mountain Dobong is the best place to visit during the springtime.
Yellow sand has been coming to Korea for many years but it's happening more frequently and intensely in recent years.
ex> In recent years, alcohol consumption has declined quite a bit.
It causes serious respiratory illnesses so the best prevention is to avoid it as much as possible.
* respiratory illness: 호흡기 질환
* as much as possible: 최대한 많이
ex> You have to practice English as much as possible.
You have to close all the windows at home. If you have to go outside, you should wear a mask and limit your exposure to the sand.
* limit one's exposure: 노출을 줄이다.
ex> If you limit your sodium intake, you would be much healthier.
@ I have a sore throat. 목이 아파
1. The game of football originated in England.
2. Seoul's house prices have risen in recent years.
3. He ate as much as possible.
4. You have to limit your sun exposure.
2012년 6월 5일 화요일
6/4 Cut down on Salt
DIALOG>> Can you pass me the salt?
A: Here's your seol-leong-tang.
B: Yummy!. Can you pass me the salt?
A: Sure, there you go.
B: Thanks. And the green onions too, please.
A: Hey, that's too much salt!
B: Alright, relax. I like mine salty.
RESPONSE>> Talk about cutting down your salt consumption.
Korean food is widely known to be spicy and salty.
ex> She is widely known for her role as Margaret Thatcher in the film, The Iron Lady.
Most Koreans have a tendency to eat food that is too salty, which isn't good for your health.
ex> I have a tendency to shake my leg when I'm nervous.
We get most of our salt from the foods we eat at the restaurants and the foods we buy at the supermarket.
Salt is essential for our health but cutting down on salt can dramatically reduce your health risks.
ex> Why don't you cut down on smoking?
Eating too much salt causes an increase in your blood pressure, which can lead to heart diseases and stroke.
ex> Excessive drinking can lead to long-term brain damage.
So it's very important to keep an eye on how much salt you eat.
ex> Since her kid is a bit hyperactive, we have to keep a close eye on her.
On average, Koreans eat more than 12.5 grams of salt daily.
Health experts recommend no more than 6 grams a day.
That's only a teaspoon of salt.
You should always try to stay away from salty foods.
ex> If you travel to Brazil, you need to stay away from dark corners and alleys.
@ Go easy on the salt. 소금은 적당히 넣어.
1. He is widely known for donating a lot of money to charity.
2. She has a tendency to hurry so much.
3. You really have to keep an eye on your luggage at the airport.
4. If you have a cold, stay away from me.
A: Here's your seol-leong-tang.
B: Yummy!. Can you pass me the salt?
A: Sure, there you go.
B: Thanks. And the green onions too, please.
A: Hey, that's too much salt!
B: Alright, relax. I like mine salty.
RESPONSE>> Talk about cutting down your salt consumption.
Korean food is widely known to be spicy and salty.
ex> She is widely known for her role as Margaret Thatcher in the film, The Iron Lady.
Most Koreans have a tendency to eat food that is too salty, which isn't good for your health.
ex> I have a tendency to shake my leg when I'm nervous.
We get most of our salt from the foods we eat at the restaurants and the foods we buy at the supermarket.
Salt is essential for our health but cutting down on salt can dramatically reduce your health risks.
ex> Why don't you cut down on smoking?
Eating too much salt causes an increase in your blood pressure, which can lead to heart diseases and stroke.
ex> Excessive drinking can lead to long-term brain damage.
So it's very important to keep an eye on how much salt you eat.
ex> Since her kid is a bit hyperactive, we have to keep a close eye on her.
On average, Koreans eat more than 12.5 grams of salt daily.
Health experts recommend no more than 6 grams a day.
That's only a teaspoon of salt.
You should always try to stay away from salty foods.
ex> If you travel to Brazil, you need to stay away from dark corners and alleys.
@ Go easy on the salt. 소금은 적당히 넣어.
1. He is widely known for donating a lot of money to charity.
2. She has a tendency to hurry so much.
3. You really have to keep an eye on your luggage at the airport.
4. If you have a cold, stay away from me.
2012년 6월 4일 월요일
6/1 Ballpark
DIALOG>> I'm going to the ballpark.
A: What are you doing this weekend?
B: I'm going to the ballpark near the Olympic Stadium.
A: Oh, really? Who are you going with?
B: With my buddies and some other people.
A: Dude, let me go too!
B: Sure, no problem.
* ballpark (=baseball stadium)
RESPONSE>> Talk about going to the ballpark.
I love baseball. I love watching it and also playing it.
ex> I love watching baseball games on TV.
Whenever I have free time on the weekend, I go to the ballpark with my friends.
ex> What do you usually do whenever you have free time?
ex> Whenever I have a problem, I go to my dad for help.
I'm a big fan of the Arirang Bears.
ex> He used to be a big fan of sports cars but not anymore.
I've been a fan of this ball club since the beginning of Korean professional baseball league.
The Arirang Bears are a team based in Seoul.
* a team based in: ~을 연고지로 하는 팀
ex> What is the name of the football team based in Manchester, England?
So anytime the Bears have their home games at Jamsil Stadium, I'm there.
When you visit the ballpark, you have to sit on the side of the team that you're rooting for.
* root for: ~을 응원하다
ex> I always try to root for the underdog.
It's a lot more fun when you sit with people who are cheering for the same team.
ex> Watching football games at stadiums is a lot more fun.
Another great part of going to the ballpark is munching on chicken and drinking beer during the game.
* munch on: 먹다
@ Do you want to play catch? 캐치볼 할까?
1. Whenever I have free time on the weekdays, I jog.
2. My boyfriend is not a big fan of musicals.
3. Which football team do you root for?
4. Playing basketball with a lot of people is a lot more fun.
A: What are you doing this weekend?
B: I'm going to the ballpark near the Olympic Stadium.
A: Oh, really? Who are you going with?
B: With my buddies and some other people.
A: Dude, let me go too!
B: Sure, no problem.
* ballpark (=baseball stadium)
RESPONSE>> Talk about going to the ballpark.
I love baseball. I love watching it and also playing it.
ex> I love watching baseball games on TV.
Whenever I have free time on the weekend, I go to the ballpark with my friends.
ex> What do you usually do whenever you have free time?
ex> Whenever I have a problem, I go to my dad for help.
I'm a big fan of the Arirang Bears.
ex> He used to be a big fan of sports cars but not anymore.
I've been a fan of this ball club since the beginning of Korean professional baseball league.
The Arirang Bears are a team based in Seoul.
* a team based in: ~을 연고지로 하는 팀
ex> What is the name of the football team based in Manchester, England?
So anytime the Bears have their home games at Jamsil Stadium, I'm there.
When you visit the ballpark, you have to sit on the side of the team that you're rooting for.
* root for: ~을 응원하다
ex> I always try to root for the underdog.
It's a lot more fun when you sit with people who are cheering for the same team.
ex> Watching football games at stadiums is a lot more fun.
Another great part of going to the ballpark is munching on chicken and drinking beer during the game.
* munch on: 먹다
@ Do you want to play catch? 캐치볼 할까?
1. Whenever I have free time on the weekdays, I jog.
2. My boyfriend is not a big fan of musicals.
3. Which football team do you root for?
4. Playing basketball with a lot of people is a lot more fun.
2012년 6월 2일 토요일
5/31 Lunch
DIALOG>> I think I ate too fast during lunch.
A: What's wrong? Are you okay?
B: I think I ate too fast during lunch.
A: Oh, no! Your stomach seems to be upset.
B: Yeah, maybe. Do you have anything for indigestion?
A: I'll run to the pharmacy and get some medicine for you.
B: Would you do that? Thanks!
RESPONSE>> What kind of menu do you like the most for lunch? How often do you have it?
I'm not a picky eater at all and like almost everything.
* picky eater: 입맛이 까다로운 사람,= choosy [|tʃu:zi]
ex> My son was a picky eater when he was young.
The student cafeteria has a rotation system where the meals are different every day.
Most of the dishes are Korean ones that include a soup, rice and side dishes.
I like western food as well but I cannot do without some rice for more than a day or two.
* cannot do without: ~없이는 지낼 수 없다
ex> I cannot do without a car because I move around a lot for my work.
I'm a big fan of meat and my favorite is pork.
ex> My husband is a big fan of beef.
In Korea we eat lots of different cuts of pork, prepared in many different styles.
ex> There are many different cuts of pork.
Jaeyook bokum is a spicy pork dish that is one of my favorites.
ex> Spicy dishes are my favorite.
I also like to have fried pork cutlets and kimchi stew with pork in it.
* fried pork cutlets: 돈가스
ex> My daughter's favorite dish is fried pork cutlets.
@ I can't decide what to eat for lunch. 점심으로 뭘 먹어야 할지 모르겠어.
1. My mother is a very picky eater.
2. We cannot do without internet these days.
3. We are big fans of the actor.
4. I had a fried pork cutlets for lunch.
A: What's wrong? Are you okay?
B: I think I ate too fast during lunch.
A: Oh, no! Your stomach seems to be upset.
B: Yeah, maybe. Do you have anything for indigestion?
A: I'll run to the pharmacy and get some medicine for you.
B: Would you do that? Thanks!
RESPONSE>> What kind of menu do you like the most for lunch? How often do you have it?
I'm not a picky eater at all and like almost everything.
* picky eater: 입맛이 까다로운 사람,= choosy [|tʃu:zi]
ex> My son was a picky eater when he was young.
The student cafeteria has a rotation system where the meals are different every day.
Most of the dishes are Korean ones that include a soup, rice and side dishes.
I like western food as well but I cannot do without some rice for more than a day or two.
* cannot do without: ~없이는 지낼 수 없다
ex> I cannot do without a car because I move around a lot for my work.
I'm a big fan of meat and my favorite is pork.
ex> My husband is a big fan of beef.
In Korea we eat lots of different cuts of pork, prepared in many different styles.
ex> There are many different cuts of pork.
Jaeyook bokum is a spicy pork dish that is one of my favorites.
ex> Spicy dishes are my favorite.
I also like to have fried pork cutlets and kimchi stew with pork in it.
* fried pork cutlets: 돈가스
ex> My daughter's favorite dish is fried pork cutlets.
@ I can't decide what to eat for lunch. 점심으로 뭘 먹어야 할지 모르겠어.
1. My mother is a very picky eater.
2. We cannot do without internet these days.
3. We are big fans of the actor.
4. I had a fried pork cutlets for lunch.
2012년 6월 1일 금요일
5/30 Reservations
DIALOG>> Don't we have to make reservations?
A: Do you want to eat out at that restaurant today?
B: Sure, why not? But it's Friday.
A: What about Friday?
B: Don't we have to make reservations?
A: You're right. That place was full that last time we went there.
B: Let me call first and ask.
* eat out: 외식하다
RESPONSE>>Some things can go wrong while you are making reservations at a restaurant. Talk about an incident when you had some difficulty in making reservations at a restaurant.
I don't make a reservation for a restaurant most of the time.
* make a reservation: 예약하다
ex> You should make a reservation for that restaurant.
The exception to this rule is at the end of the year.
* exception to this rule: 규칙의 예외
ex> The exception to this rule is senior people.
Companies tend to throw year-end parties for their staff and friends all try to meet one last time before the New Year.
* year-end party: 송년회
ex> We are going to have year-end party next week.
Restaurants quickly get booked up and this was the problem I encountered last year.
* get booked up: 예약이 다 차다
ex> Hotel rooms get booked up early at this time of the year.
I was trying to plan a romantic meal with my fiance at our favorite restaurant but the place was fully booked.
ex> All the business class seats are fully booked.
We checked out several other eateries with goo reviews but the prices for their Christmas menu were beyond our price range.
* beyond one's price range: 예상 가격을 벗어나는
ex> The purse was beyond my price range.
Most places were charging nearly twice as much as they normally would.
We just ended up eating at home.
@ We are a party of five. 전부 다섯 명이예요.
1. Can I make a reservation for two tonight?
2. There is no exception to this rule.
3. Unfortunately, the restaurant was fully booked.
4. The computer is beyond my price range.
A: Do you want to eat out at that restaurant today?
B: Sure, why not? But it's Friday.
A: What about Friday?
B: Don't we have to make reservations?
A: You're right. That place was full that last time we went there.
B: Let me call first and ask.
* eat out: 외식하다
RESPONSE>>Some things can go wrong while you are making reservations at a restaurant. Talk about an incident when you had some difficulty in making reservations at a restaurant.
I don't make a reservation for a restaurant most of the time.
* make a reservation: 예약하다
ex> You should make a reservation for that restaurant.
The exception to this rule is at the end of the year.
* exception to this rule: 규칙의 예외
ex> The exception to this rule is senior people.
Companies tend to throw year-end parties for their staff and friends all try to meet one last time before the New Year.
* year-end party: 송년회
ex> We are going to have year-end party next week.
Restaurants quickly get booked up and this was the problem I encountered last year.
* get booked up: 예약이 다 차다
ex> Hotel rooms get booked up early at this time of the year.
I was trying to plan a romantic meal with my fiance at our favorite restaurant but the place was fully booked.
ex> All the business class seats are fully booked.
We checked out several other eateries with goo reviews but the prices for their Christmas menu were beyond our price range.
* beyond one's price range: 예상 가격을 벗어나는
ex> The purse was beyond my price range.
Most places were charging nearly twice as much as they normally would.
We just ended up eating at home.
@ We are a party of five. 전부 다섯 명이예요.
1. Can I make a reservation for two tonight?
2. There is no exception to this rule.
3. Unfortunately, the restaurant was fully booked.
4. The computer is beyond my price range.
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