執筆者 Modern English | 2015年08月08日 | Phrases
Sometimes bars have a system in which you can put drinks on your tab and then pay for them all later. That’s why you might hear someone say, “Put it on my tab,” and receive a drink without appearing to pay for it. When someone pays for something,...
執筆者 Modern English | 2015年08月07日 | TOEIC
“This part needs to be ___. Do we have any more?” Fill in the blank. A. removed B. replaced C. redone D. improved 「この部品を入れ替えないといけない。予備はありますか?」...
執筆者 Modern English | 2015年08月07日 | Happy Valley, Kids, News
Asking “How are you?” is a great way to start a conversation. Let this week’s video show you how to ask and several different ways to answer. 「お元気ですか?」と訊くことは会話を始めるのにとても役に立ちます。今週の動画で訊き方と色々な答え方を見てみましょう! Classroom Tip Here is another important function...
執筆者 Modern English | 2015年08月06日 | Trivia
As a general rule, dogs need to be walked every day. What equipment do you need to walk your dog safely? The basics are a collar and leash. The collar goes around the dog’s neck, and the leash lets you keep hold of him for safety. You might use reflectors or...
執筆者 Modern English | 2015年08月05日 | Idioms
“This drawer is where I keep all my art supplies and stationery and whatnot.” “After you finish cooking, make sure you clean all the pots and pans and whatnot that you used.” “Whatnot” pretty much always comes at the end of a list...