Word of the Week: Hold

執筆者 | 2015年07月14日 | Words

“Can I hold the baby?” “He was holding a gun!” “Hold” has many meanings. It often means to have something in your hand(s) or arms, such as the baby or the gun above. With the gun, you could say, “He has a gun!” without...

Picture of the Week: Picnic

執筆者 | 2015年07月13日 | Pictures

In summer, especially around the 4th of July, many Americans like to have barbecues and picnics. Have you been to an event like this? What do you like to do in the summer?...

Phrase of the Week: If You Ask Me

執筆者 | 2015年07月11日 | Phrases

“If you ask me, he should just apologize.” You will occasionally hear someone say “if you ask me” while giving their opinion. It can be rude to give your opinion on things that aren’t related to you, but it’s usually okay to give...

TOEIC Practice Question of the Week

執筆者 | 2015年07月10日 | TOEIC

“Before I can help you with your problem, I need you to ____ which of our products you are using.” Fill in the blank. A. tell B. indicator C. specify D. spectacle 「問題を解決するには、どの商品をご利用いただいているかを教えていただく必要があります。」...