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TÀI LIỆU USEFUL COLLOCATIONS FOR IELTS SPEAKING PART 1

Hôm nay IELTS I-Ready xin chia sẻ tới các em cuốn tài liệu “Useful Collocations
For IELTS Speaking Part 1”. Tài liệu như một cuốn sổ tay về Collocations để chúng
ta luyện tập và áp dụng linh hoạt cho bài nói của mình thêm tự nhiên, hấp dẫn qua đó
cũng dễ ghi điểm với giám khảo hơn khi đi thi. Tiếp theo sẽ là bộ Collocations cho
Part 2 & 3, hãy theo dõi & tìm đọc nhé.

Hy vọng bộ tài liệu về Collocations sẽ giúp các em thể hiện tốt hơn ở phần thi nói.

Chúc các em sớm đạt Aim!

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Tea & Coffee
Which do you prefer, tea or coffee?
When was the last time you had a cup of coffee / tea?
Do you usually buy your coffee in a coffee shop?
Do you want to make your own cup of coffee at home?

Word Meaning Example

I like to brew a cup of tea
Brew a cup of tea Pha Trà every morning before
starting work.

After a long day, there's

nothing better than
Steep a Cup of Tea Ngâm trà
steeping a cup of
chamomile tea to relax

When I'm running late, I

Mua một cốc cà phê nhanh usually grab a quick
Grab a Quick Coffee
chóng coffee from the café near
my office.

I like to savor a sip of

herbal tea in the evening
Savor a Sip of Herbal Tea Thưởng thức trà thảo mộc
while watching my
favorite TV show.

On my way to work, I
often order a latte to go
Order a Latte to Go Đặt một ly Latte mang đi
from the coffee shop
around the corner.

During the hot summer

Thư giãn với một cốc cà days, I love to chill with
Chill with an Iced Coffee
phê đá an iced coffee on the
patio.

For a healthy boost, I like

Blend a Homemade Tự làm một ly sinh tố trà to blend a homemade
Smoothie with Green Tea xanh smoothie with green tea as
the base.
As a treat, I occasionally
indulge in a decadent
Indulge in a Decadent Thưởng thức một ly
mocha with whipped
Mocha Mocha
cream and chocolate
drizzle.

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 To soothe my stomach, I
Sip on Peppermint Nhâm nhi một ngụm trà often sip on a peppermint
Infusion bạc hà infusion after a heavy
meal
I prefer to awake with a
Awake with a Morning Bắt đầu một buổi sáng với strong morning espresso to
Espresso espresso kick off my day with
energy.

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Cinema
What kind of films do you like?
Did you often watch films when you were a child?
Do you often go to the cinema with your friends?
Have you ever gone to the cinema alone?

Word Meaning Example

Let's get together over the
weekend and discuss the
Discussing the Latest Film Thảo luận về các bộ phim
latest film releases; I heard
Releases mới nhất
there are some great ones
out now.
I often watched animated
Childhood Movie Thói quen xem phim thời films during my
Watching Habits thơ ấu childhood; they were my
favorite.

My friends and I have a

tradition of going to the
Regular Cinema Outings Đi xem phim với bạn bè
cinema every Friday night
with Friends thường xuyên
to catch the latest
releases..

Organizing a movie night

Organizing a Movie Night Tổ chức một đêm xem
with friends is a great way
with Friends phim cùng với bạn
to relax and have fun.
Going to the cinema is not
just about watching a
Immersive Cinematic Trải nghiệm điện ảnh bao
movie; it's a complete
Experience trùm
immersive cinematic
experience.

I had a solo movie

experience last week, and
Trải nghiệm xem phim
Solo Movie Experience it was surprisingly
một mình
relaxing to have the whole
cinema to myself.
Attending the premiere
Attending the Premiere Tham gia đêm công chiếu night of a highly
Night phim anticipated film is always
exciting.

Experiencing a Cinematic Trải nghiệm một kiệt tác The new film by the

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Masterpiece điện ảnh acclaimed director is
expected to be a cinematic
masterpiece; I can't wait to
see it.
The new superhero movie
Anticipating a Blockbuster Dự đoán một bộ phim is predicted to be a
Hit bom tấn blockbuster hit; everyone
is talking about it.

Tham dự một chương

On weekends, I prefer
Catching the Matinee trình Matinee (thường
catching a matinee show
Show được diễn ra vào ban
to save on ticket prices.
ngày)

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Running
Do you go running a lot?
Where do you usually go running?
Did you go running when you were a child?
What do you prefer, running alone or running with fri

Word Meaning Example

I try to maintain a regular
Thói quen chạy bộ đều
Regular Running Routine running routine to stay fit
đặn
and healthy.

I schedule frequent
Các buổi chạy thường jogging sessions in the
Frequent Jogging Sessions
xuyên nearby park to enjoy
nature while exercising

In my childhood, I had
Childhood Running Cuộc phiêu lưu chạy bộ many running adventures
Adventures thời thơ ấu with friends in the
neighborhood

There's something
therapeutic about a solo
Solo Run Chạy bộ một mình
run; it allows me to clear
my mind

Group running activities

Các hoạt động chạy bộ with friends make the
Group Running Activities
nhóm experience more enjoyable
and social

A morning run is the best

way for me to kickstart my
Morning Run Chạy bộ buổi sáng
day with energy and
positivity

I love going for a scenic

trail run on the weekends,
Scenic Trail Run Chạy bộ kết hợp leo núi
surrounded by nature's
beauty
Exploring urban running
Các tuyến chạy bộ trong routes adds a dynamic
Urban Running Routes
thành phố element to my fitness
routine

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 Including an intense
Chạy ngắt quãng cường độ interval run in your
Intense Interval Run
cao workout can boost
cardiovascular fitness
After a strenuous workout,
Chạy thư giãn hạ nhiệt sau a relaxing cool-down run
Relaxing Cool-Down Run
buổi luyện tập gắng sức helps in easing the
muscles

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Gifts
Have you ever sent handmade gifts to others?
Have you ever received a great gift?
How do you often choose a gift?
Do you think you are good at choosing gifts?

Word Meaning Example

She gave me a thoughtful
gift for my birthday,
Món quà được chuẩn bị
Thoughtful Gift something I had
chu đáo
mentioned wanting
months ago
The surprise gift from my
Surprise Gift Món quà bất ngờ friends made my day even
more special.

I love creating handmade

Handmade Presents Món quà tự làm presents for my family
during the holiday season.

For our anniversary, he

got me a personalized gift
Personalized Gift Quà tặng cá nhân
with our initials engraved
on it.

The photo album she

made for me is the most
Meaningful Gift Món quà ý nghĩa
meaningful gift I've ever
received.

The old watch, passed

down through generations,
Sentimental Gift Món quà tình cảm
is a sentimental gift from
my grandfather.

In our family, we have a

Gift Giving Tradition Truyền thống tặng quà gift-giving tradition during
the New Year celebration.
Creative gift wrapping can
Creative Gift Wrapping Sách tạo cách gói quà make even a simple
present look extraordinary.

Exchanging gifts during

Exchanging Gifts Trao đổi quà
the holidays has been a

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 family tradition for many
years.
Instead of traditional gifts,
they decided to make a
Charitable Gift Qùa từ thiện
charitable gift in each
other's names.

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Helping others
Do you usually help people around you? How?
Did your parents teach you how to help others?
What have you done to help the elderly?
Did your parents help you a lot when you were young?

Word Meaning Example

The community came
together, extending a
Extending a Helping Hand Mở rộng sự giúp đỡ
helping hand to rebuild
after the natural disaster.

Nurturing kindness in
everyday actions creates a
Nurturing Kindness Nuôi dưỡng lòng tốt
ripple effect, inspiring
others to do the same.

Volunteering with
organizations dedicated to
Facilitating Change Hỗ trợ thay đổi social causes is one way of
facilitating positive
change in society.

Each person has a role in

contributing to a better
Contributing to a Better Đóng góp xây dựng xã hội
society by actively
Society tốt đẹp hơn
participating in
philanthropic efforts.
Engaging in activities that
promote social welfare is
Khuyến khích phúc lợi xã
Promoting Social Welfare essential for building a
hội
strong and supportive
community.
Fostering community
growth involves actively
Fostering Community Thúc đẩy sự phát triển participating in initiatives
Growth cộng đồng that benefit the overall
well-being of the
neighborhood.

Mentoring programs play

Trao quyền cho người
Empowering Others a crucial role in
khác
empowering others,

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 especially the younger
generation.
The organization is
dedicated to assisting the
Assisting the Needy Hỗ trợ người cần giúp đỡ needy by providing
essential resources and
support.

Giving a helping heart

means not just providing
Giving a Helping Heart Trao một trái tim giúp đỡ material support but also
showing empathy and
compassion.
Sometimes, people need
someone to listen; I
Lending a Helping Ear Lắng nghe lời tâm sự believe in lending a
helping ear when friends
want to talk.

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Fishing
Do you like eating fish?
Have you ever gone fishing before?
Have you ever been to a place where there are a lot of fish around you?
Did you enjoy seeing fish when you were young?

Word Meaning Example

We found a quiet fishing
retreat by the lake, away
Quiet Fishing Retreat Khu nghỉ dưỡng câu cá
from the hustle and bustle
of the city.

The angling adventure in

the remote lake turned out
Angling Adventure Chuyến phiêu lưu câu cá
to be a memorable
experience.

The key to successful

fishing is patience when
Casting a Line Ném mồi
casting a line into the
water.

After hours of waiting, I

Reeling in a Catch Cá cắt câu finally succeeded in
reeling in a big catch

Fly fishing is a skillful

Fly Fishing Câu cá bằng mồi nhẹ technique that requires
precision and finesse.

Before heading out, make

sure to pack your tackle
Tackle Box Hộp đựng đồ câu cá
box with all the necessary
gear.

Choosing the right bait

and lure is crucial for
Bait and Lure Mồi và móc câu
attracting different types
of fish.
Deep-sea fishing offers the
Deep-Sea Fishing Câu cá ở biển sâu thrill of catching large and
diverse marine species.

Freshwater fishing is
Freshwater Fishing Câu cá nước ngọt
popular in lakes and

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 rivers, offering a diverse
range of fish species.
Fishing is not just about
Fisherman's Luck Vận may của ngư dân skill; sometimes, it's about
the fisherman's luck too.

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Geography
Do you like Geography?
Do you think Geography is useful?
Did you learn Geography when you were at school?
Do you want to be a Geography teacher?

Word Meaning Example

Physical geography
explores the natural
Physical Geography Địa lý vật lý features of the Earth, such
as landforms and climate
patterns.
Human geography focuses
on the study of human
Human Geography Địa lý nhân văn societies, cultures, and
their interactions with the
environment.

I have a geography class

Geography Class Lớp Địa lý this afternoon to discuss
global population trends.

Mountains, rivers, and

deserts are examples of
Geographical Features Đặc điểm địa lý
geographical features that
shape the landscape.
Global geography
considers the
Global Geography Địa lý toàn cầu interconnectedness of
regions and nations on a
worldwide scale.

GPS devices use

geographical coordinates
Geographical Coordinates Tọa độ địa lý
to pinpoint locations with
high precision.

The geographical diversity

of a country can be
Geographical Diversity Đạ dạng về địa lý observed in its various
landscapes, climates, and
ecosystems.

Topographic Map Bản đồ địa hình Hikers use topographic

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 maps to navigate through
different elevations and
terrains.
GIS technology allows us
Geographic Information to analyze and visualize
Hệ thống thông tin địa lý
System (GIS) spatial data for various
geographical applications.

Geopolitical issues often

involve the study of
Geopolitical Issues Các vấn đề địa chính trị political relationships
between different
countries and regions.

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Noises
Do you like to stay in a place with a lot of noise?
Do you think your city is too noisy?
How do you feel about people making noise around you?
What is the noisiest place you have been to?

Word Meaning Example

The background noise in
the bustling city made it
Background Noise Tiếng ồn nền
challenging to concentrate
on my work.

The loud conversation in

the restaurant made it
Loud Conversation Cuộc trò chuyện ồn ào
difficult for us to enjoy
our meal in peace.

I always carry earplugs to

Earplugs to Block Noise Tai nghe chống tiếng ồn block noise when traveling
on a noisy plane.

Annoying sounds, like the

Annoying Sounds Âm thanh gây phiền phức constant beeping of car
alarms, filled the street.

Noise reduction
headphones are helpful for
Noise Reduction Giảm tiếng ồn
maintaining focus in a
noisy office environment.

Finding a quiet escape

from noise is essential for
Quiet Escape from Noise Tránh nơi ồn ào
maintaining mental well-
being.

Dealing with noisy

neighbors can be
Noisy Neighbors Hàng xóm ồn ào
challenging, especially in
shared living spaces.
Some people find comfort
in using white noise
White Noise Tiếng ồn trắng
machines to drown out
other distracting sounds.

Noise Pollution Ô nhiễm tiếng ồn Noise pollution from

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 traffic can have negative
effects on both physical
and mental well-being.
The disturbing noise from
construction work next
Disturbing Noise Tiếng ồn gây phiền
door disrupted our
afternoon nap.

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Robots
Are you interested in robots?
Do you like robots to work at your home?
Do you want to take a car in which a robot is the driver?
Have you ever watched a film about robots?

Word Meaning Example

Advances in robotics
technology have led to the
Robotics Technology Công nghệ Robot development of more
sophisticated and efficient
robots.
A robotic exoskeleton can
enhance human strength
and mobility, providing
Robotic Exoskeleton Khung xương ngoài Robot
support for individuals
with mobility
impairments.

As robots become more

integrated into society,
discussions about robot
Robot Ethics Đạo đức người máy
ethics and responsible AI
use are gaining
importance.

Military robots are used

for tasks such as
surveillance, bomb
Military Robots Robot quân sự
disposal, and
reconnaissance in
dangerous environments.

The robotics competition

challenged students to
Robotics Competition Cuộc thi Robotics
design and build robots to
complete specific tasks.

Social robots are designed

to interact with humans,
Social Robots Robot xã hội assisting in areas like
healthcare, education, and
customer service.

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 Introducing robotics in
education helps students
Robotics in Education Robot trong giáo dục learn about programming
and problem-solving in a
hands-on way.

An autonomous robot can

navigate and perform tasks
Autonomous Robot Robot tự động without direct human
control, using sensors and
algorithms.
A humanoid robot is
designed to resemble and
Humanoid Robot Người máy giống người perform tasks like a
human, often used in
research and assistance.

Robotic surgery allows for

precise and minimally
Robotic Surgery Phẫu thuật người máy invasive procedures,
enhancing surgical
capabilities.

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Public Transportation
Do you often use public transport?
What kind of public transportation do you usually take?
Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?
Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?

Word Meaning Example

The city has invested in
Hệ thống giao thông công improving its public
Public Transit System
cộng transit system to reduce
traffic congestion.

Mass transit, such as buses

and trains, is a key
Mass Transit Vận tải công cộng
component of sustainable
urban mobility.

The commuter rail is a

popular choice for daily
Commuter Rail Vé tàu hỏ theo tháng commuters traveling
between the city and
suburbs.

The shuttle service

between the airport and
downtown makes it
Shuttle Service Dịch vụ đưa đón
convenient for travelers to
access public transport
options.

Transit-oriented
development focuses on
Transit-Oriented Phát triển theo định hướng
creating urban spaces that
Development chuyển tiếp
encourage the use of
public transportation.
Intermodal transportation
involves the coordinated
Intermodal Transportation Giao thông đa phương tiện use of multiple modes,
such as buses and trains,
for a single journey.

Public transport etiquette

Phép Lịch Sự Trong Giao
Public Transport Etiquette includes giving up seats to
Thông Công Cộng
those in need and keeping

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 noise levels low.
An integrated transport
system allows passengers
Integrated Transport Hệ Thống Giao Thông
to seamlessly switch
System Tích Hợp
between different modes
of public transport
Cities should strive to
provide accessible
Accessible Transportation Giao Thông Tiện Lợi transportation for people
with disabilities, ensuring
inclusivity.
The central station serves
as a transportation hub
Transportation Hub Trung Tâm Giao Thông
where various modes of
public transport converge.

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Musical instruments
Did you ever learn a musical instrument as a child?
Do you play any kinds of musical instruments?
If you could learn a musical instrument, what would it be?

Word Meaning Example

She can play the piano

beautifully and often
Play the piano Chơi piano
entertains guests with her
music
After learning a few
chords, he started
Strum the guitar Gãy đàn guitar
strumming the guitar at
small gatherings.
The musician took a deep
breath and blew the
Blow the trumpet Thổi kèn trumpet
trumpet with incredible
skill.
The guitarist expertly
plucked the strings,
Pluck the strings Nhấc dây đàn
creating a mesmerizing
melody.
The drummer passionately
Beat the drums Đánh trống beat the drums, setting the
rhythm for the entire band.
The talented violinist
fiddled with the violin,
Fiddle with the violin Chơi đàn violin
producing enchanting
classical tunes.

With nimble fingers, she

Hit the keys hit the keys of the piano,
Nhấn phím
(piano/keyboard) producing a delightful
tune.

The cellist gracefully

Bow the cello Gạt cello bowed the cello, eliciting
rich and resonant tones.

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 Before the performance,
he meticulously tuned the
Tune the guitar Lên dây đàn guitar
guitar to ensure perfect
harmony.
During the jazz session, he
loved to jam on the
Jam on the saxophone Jazz trên saxophone
saxophone, improvising
with other musicians.

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Volunteer
Have you ever done any voluntary work?
Would you like to work as a volunteer?
Would you volunteer to help people outside your community?
What types of voluntary work would be unpleasant for you?

Word Meaning Example

Many students engage in
Tham gia công tác thiện
Engage in volunteer work volunteer work to give
nguyện
back to their communities.

She decided to volunteer

for the environmental
Volunteer for a cause Tình nguyện có mục đích
cause and participate in
tree-planting activities.

He serves as a volunteer at
Serve as a volunteer Làm tình nguyện viên the local animal shelter
every weekend.

If you want to make a

difference, consider
Join a volunteer Tham gia một tổ chức tình
joining a volunteer
organization nguyện
organization dedicated to
education.

The high school students

were required to
Participate in community Tham gia phục vụ cộng
participate in community
service đồng
service as part of their
graduation requirements.

She contributes her time

Contribute time as a Đóng góp thời gian làm as a volunteer at the soup
volunteer tình nguyện viên kitchen, helping those in
need.

The professionals offered

Offer one's services Cung cấp dịch vụ một their services voluntarily
voluntarily cách tự nguyện to provide free legal
advice to the community.

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 The company encourages
its employees to engage in
Engage in charitable Tham gia các hoạt động từ
charitable activities,
activities thiện
supporting various local
initiatives.

Despite her busy schedule,

Devote time to Dành thời gian cho hoạt she devoted time to
volunteering động tình nguyện volunteering at the local
hospital.

Many people choose to

Volunteer at a nonprofit Tình nguyện viên tại một volunteer at nonprofit
organization tổ chức phi lợi nhuận organizations to make a
positive impact on society.

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Vacation
Do you like vacations? Why?
Who do you like to spend your vacations with, friends or family?
Where do you usually go on vacations?
When was your last vacation?

Word Meaning Example

We plan to go on a
Go on a vacation Đi nghỉ mát vacation to the beach next
summer.

After a busy year, she

Take a vacation Nghỉ mát decided to take a vacation
to recharge.

It's always exciting to plan

Plan a vacation Lên kế hoạch cho kỳ nghỉ a vacation and explore
new destinations.

We enjoyed our vacation

in the mountains,
Enjoy a vacation Tận hưởng kỳ nghỉ
surrounded by
breathtaking scenery.

They decided to book a

vacation package that
Book a vacation Đặt kỳ nghỉ
included flights and
accommodation.
We usually spend our
Dành kỳ nghỉ cho việc gì vacations exploring
Spend a vacation
đó different cultures and
cuisines.

It can be challenging to
Choose a vacation Chọn địa điểm cho kỳ choose a vacation
destination nghỉ destination with so many
options available.

Taking a family vacation

Take a family vacation Du lịch gia đình allows us to create lasting
memories together.

Plan a tropical vacation Lên kế hoạch cho một kỳ For our next vacation,

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 nghỉ nhiệt đới we're planning to escape
to a tropical paradise.
Many families embark on
Embark on a summer a summer vacation to
Bắt đầu một kỳ nghỉ hè
vacation make the most of the
warm weather.

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Health
How do you keep yourself healthy?
What are your favourite sports?
Are there health classes in your school?
Is it easy for people to exercise in your country?

Word Meaning Example

Regular exercise is essential
Regular exercise Tập luyện đều đặn.
for maintaining good health.
Embracing a healthy
Healthy lifestyle Lối sống lành mạnh. lifestyle involves making
positive choices daily.
A balanced diet contributes
Balanced diet Chế độ dinh dưỡng cân đối. to overall well-being and
vitality.
Physical well-being is
Physical well-being Sức khỏe về mặt thể chất. closely linked to proper
nutrition and exercise.
Mental health is as
important as physical well-
Mental health Sức khỏe tâm thần.
being in achieving overall
wellness.
Establishing a fitness
Fitness routine Chuỗi hoạt động tập luyện. routine is crucial for long-
term health benefits.
Nutritional habits play a key
Nutritional habits Thói quen dinh dưỡng. role in supporting your
body's needs.
Holistic health emphasizes
Holistic health Sức khỏe toàn diện. the interconnectedness of
mind, body, and spirit.
Wellness practices
Những phương pháp chăm encompass various activities
Wellness practices
sóc sức khỏe. that promote a sense of
well-being.
Cultivating an active
Active lifestyle Lối sống tích cực. lifestyle enhances both
physical and mental health.

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Ice cream
Do you like ice cream? Do you eat ice cream a lot?
Did you eat ice cream as a child?
Are there shops selling ice cream near where you live?
Would you like to make your own ice cream?

Word Meaning Example

I'd like a scoop of ice cream
Scoop of ice cream Muỗng kem
on my pie, please.
Vanilla ice cream is a
Vanilla ice cream Kem vani classic flavor loved by
many.
Chocolate ice cream is my
Chocolate ice cream Kem sô cô la go-to indulgence after a
long day.
Be careful, or the sun will
Melted ice cream Kem tan chảy turn that cone into melted
ice cream.
The kids giggled as they
Ice cream cone Bánh kem cuộn licked their ice cream cones
at the park.
Let's visit the new gelato
Gelato shop Cửa hàng gelato shop downtown for some
unique flavors.
In the summer, a frozen
Frozen treat Món lạnh ngon treat is the perfect way to
cool down.
The dessert with ice cream
Dessert with ice cream Món tráng miệng có kem featured a warm brownie
topped with a scoop.
Soft serve ice cream is so
Soft serve ice cream Kem mềm creamy and delightful on a
hot day.
Our favorite hangout spot is
Ice cream parlour Quán kem the local ice cream parlour
with its vintage charm.

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Concentration
Can you remain focused for a long time?
How do you stay focused?
Did you stay focused in class when you were a child?
Is it easy for you to stay focused in a noisy environment?

Word Meaning Example

Despite the distractions, she
Maintain focus Duy trì tập trung managed to maintain focus
on her work project.
During the meditation
Deep concentration Tập trung sâu session, he achieved a state
of deep concentration.
The detective examined the
Laser-like attention Sự chú ý như tia laser crime scene with laser-like
attention to detail.
Determined to meet the
deadline, he resolved to stay
Stay on task Giữ nguyên nhiệm vụ
on task without any
deviations.
The student sat quietly in
Tập trung một cách chăm the library, trying to
Concentrate intently
chỉ concentrate intently on the
textbook.
With a single-minded focus,
she pursued her goal of
Single-minded focus Tập trung một tâm
becoming a professional
athlete.
The soldier maintained
unwavering attention during
Unwavering attention Sự chú ý không lảy lừng
the long hours of
surveillance.
As the musician played, the
audience was in complete
Complete absorption Hấp thụ hoàn toàn
absorption of the beautiful
melody.
The team worked together
with undivided
Undivided concentration Tập trung không chia rẽ
concentration to solve the
complex problem.
Focus one's mind Tập trung tâm trí Before the important exam,

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mind on reviewing the
material.

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Fixing things
Can you fix things?
Did anybody teach you how to fix things when you were a child?
Do you think it is necessary for people to learn to fix things?
What do you do when a thing is broken and cannot be fixed?

Word Meaning Example

When the car broke down,
Attempt to fix Cố gắng sửa chữa he decided to attempt to fix
it by checking the engine.
After unsuccessful attempts,
Tìm sự giúp đỡ chuyên he realized it was time to
Seek professional help
nghiệp seek professional help for
the complex electrical issue.
Inspired by a home
improvement show, she
DIY repair Tự sửa chữa (làm mình) embarked on a DIY repair
project to refurbish an old
piece of furniture.
Taking a course to learn
repair skills, he became
Learn repair skills Học kỹ năng sửa chữa
proficient at fixing
household appliances.
To fix a problem with the
Fix a problem Khắc phục một vấn đề leaky faucet, she replaced
the worn-out washer.
The mechanic preferred
hands-on fixing rather than
Hands-on fixing Sửa chữa thực tế
relying solely on diagnostic
tools.
The community center
hosted a repair workshop to
Repair workshop Hội thảo sửa chữa
teach residents basic skills
for maintaining their homes.
Unfortunately, the old
computer was broken
Broken beyond repair Hỏng không thể sửa chữa
beyond repair, and it was
time to invest in a new one.
IT specialists were called in
Troubleshoot issues Xử lý vấn đề to troubleshoot issues with
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Giải pháp sửa chữa nhanh applied duct tape to
Quick fix solutions
chóng temporarily mend the torn
upholstery.

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Friends
How important are friends to you?
Do you often go out with your friends?
Where do you often meet each other?
What do you usually do with your friends?

Word Meaning Example

Growing up in the same
neighborhood, they
Mối liên kết xã hội mạnh
Strong social bonds developed strong social
mẽ
bonds that lasted into
adulthood.
Throughout college, they
formed a close-knit circle of
Close-knit circle Vòng tròn thân thiết
friends who supported each
other through thick and thin.
Having known each other
since kindergarten, they
Lifelong friendships Bạn bè suốt đời
shared lifelong friendships
that stood the test of time.
After many years of
marriage, their relationship
Cherished companionship Sự đồng hành quý giá evolved into a cherished
companionship built on
mutual understanding.
Their shared interests in
hiking and photography led
Shared interests Sở thích chung
to many memorable
adventures together.
During challenging times,
they relied on their
Supportive friendships Bạn bè hỗ trợ
supportive friendships for
encouragement and comfort.
Spending quality time
together over the weekend,
Thời gian chất lượng bên
Quality time together they enjoyed a picnic in the
nhau
park and reminisced about
old times.
The international pen-pals
formed meaningful
Meaningful connections Mối quan hệ ý nghĩa
connections despite the
miles that separated them.

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 The school implemented
Nuôi dưỡng mối quan hệ programs to foster
Foster friendships
bạn bè friendships among students
from diverse backgrounds.
Despite their busy
schedules, they made an
Giao tiếp xã hội thường
Socialize regularly effort to socialize regularly
xuyên
by attending monthly
gatherings and events.

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Favourite day
Which day is your favourite day of the week?
Which day is your least favourite day?
How do you usually spend your time on the weekends?

Word Meaning Example

After a busy workweek, she
looked forward to some
Weekend relaxation Nghỉ ngơi vào cuối tuần
weekend relaxation at the
spa.
Family and friends gathered
for a delightful Sunday
Sunday brunch Bữa trưa Chủ Nhật
brunch filled with laughter
and good food.
The office was always
buzzing with activity during
Những ngày làm việc bận
Hectic weekdays hectic weekdays, with
rộn
everyone focused on their
tasks.
Waking up to a pile of
emails on Monday morning
Monday blues Buồn chán ngày thứ Hai
often led to a case of the
Monday blues.
By Wednesday, many
people experience a
Midweek slump Giữa tuần uể oải
midweek slump as the
weekend still feels far away.
Colleagues decided to have
Cuối tuần đi chơi vào tối thứ a Friday night out to
Friday night out
Sáu celebrate the successful
completion of a project.
Embracing the concept of a
lazy Saturday, she spent the
Lazy Saturday Thứ Bảy thoải mái
day reading a good book
and lounging around.
Despite the hustle and
bustle, she managed to
Lịch trình hàng ngày trong
Weekday routine maintain a consistent
tuần
weekday routine to stay
organized.
Engaging in a Saturday
Saturday morning routine Lịch trình sáng thứ Bảy
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leisurely breakfast.
To Sunday evening unwind,
Nghỉ ngơi vào buổi tối Chủ they watched a movie and
Sunday evening unwind
Nhật relaxed before the start of a
new week.

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Day off
When was the last time you had a few days off?
What do you usually do when you have days off?
Do you usually spend your days off with your parents or your friends?
What would you like to do if you had a day off tomorrow?

Word Meaning Example

Feeling overwhelmed, she
Take a break Nghỉ ngơi một chút decided to take a break and
go for a walk outside.
With a book in hand, he
Thưởng thức thời gian rảnh chose to enjoy leisure time
Enjoy leisure time
rỗi by the fireplace on a rainy
afternoon.
They planned a long
weekend getaway to the
Long weekend getaway Kỳ nghỉ cuối tuần dài
mountains for some hiking
and fresh air.
After a hectic workweek,
Thư giãn và nạp năng lượng she needed to relax and
Relax and recharge
lại recharge by spending a day
at the spa.
The calming music and
Giải tỏa căng thẳng và mệt aroma of lavender helped
Unwind and destress
mỏi her unwind and destress
after a demanding day.
They decided to plan a day
Lập kế hoạch cho chuyến đi trip to explore a nearby
Plan a day trip
ngày town and try new
restaurants.
Embracing the concept of
Thời gian rảnh rỗi chất quality downtime, they
Quality downtime
lượng spent the evening playing
board games at home.
Looking for a quick
weekend escape, they
Weekend escape Trốn thoát cuối tuần booked a cozy cabin near
the lake for some
tranquility.
Sundays were dedicated to
Family time Thời gian bên gia đình family time, where everyone
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Seeking a bit of adventure,
he embarked on a solo
Solo adventure Phiêu lưu một mình
adventure to discover
hidden gems in the city.

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Bags
Do you usually carry a bag?
Do you change your bags often?
What kind of bags would you use when travelling?
Did you use a backpack when you were a child?

Word Meaning Example

She carried a stylish
Stylish handbag Ba lô thời trang handbag that perfectly
complemented her outfit.
As a student, he opted for a
Practical backpack Cặp xách tiện ích practical backpack to carry
his books and laptop.
For a day of shopping, she
Compact shoulder bag Túi vai nhỏ gọn chose a compact shoulder
bag that was easy to carry.
The beach essentials fit
Spacious tote bag Túi xách rộng lớn comfortably in her spacious
tote bag for a day by the sea.
Attending the party, she
Trendy clutch Cặp xách đựng điện thoại held onto a trendy clutch
that added a pop of color.
The family chose a durable
Durable travel bag Balo du lịch bền bỉ travel bag for their
adventurous road trip.
The businessman preferred
a functional messenger bag
Functional messenger bag Túi đeo chéo đa năng
to organize his work
essentials.
With a sleek laptop bag in
Sleek laptop bag Túi đựng laptop mảnh mai hand, she headed to the
coffee shop to work.
He sported a fashionable
Fashionable sling bag Túi đeo chéo thời trang sling bag that matched his
urban street style.
For a weekend getaway,
Casual duffel bag Cặp du lịch thoải mái they packed their casual
duffel bag with essentials.

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Wild animals
Are there wild animals in your country?
Have you ever been to a zoo or a safari park?
What is the animal you would like to see in the wild?
Are there TV programs about wild animals in your country?

Word Meaning Example

Wildlife conservation
Wildlife conservation Bảo tồn động vật hoang dã efforts have significantly
improved in recent years.
The destruction of animal
Môi trường sống của động
Animal habitat habitat poses a severe threat
vật
to biodiversity.
Establishing a nature
Nature reserve Khu bảo tồn thiên nhiên reserve helps protect native
flora and fauna.
Conservation programs aim
Loài động vật có nguy cơ
Endangered species to save endangered species
tuyệt chủng
from extinction.
The design of a zoo
enclosure must prioritize the
Zoo enclosure Khu chứa động vật ở sở thú
well-being of captive
animals.
Embarking on a safari
Chuyến phiêu lưu thú vị ở
Safari adventure adventure allows for a
safari
unique wildlife experience.
Ecological balance is crucial
Ecological balance Cân bằng sinh thái for the health of our planet's
ecosystems.
The predator-prey
Mối quan hệ giữa kẻ săn và relationship plays a
Predator-prey relationship
con mồi fundamental role in nature's
balance.
The Amazon Rainforest is a
Vùng đa dạng sinh học nổi
Biodiversity hotspot renowned biodiversity
bật
hotspot.
Animal tracking technology
aids researchers in
Animal tracking Theo dõi động vật
monitoring and studying
wildlife.

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Rain
Do you prefer rainy days or sunny days?
What do you do on rainy days?
What do you usually do when it starts to rain and you are outside?
Have you ever had to change your plans because of the rain?

Word Meaning Example

Walking home was a
Heavy rain Mưa lớn challenge due to the heavy
rain soaking everything.
The locals are accustomed
Rainy weather Thời tiết mưa to the unpredictable rainy
weather in this region.
Farmers prepare their fields
Rainy season Mùa mưa during the monsoon, the
region's rainy season.
We enjoyed a peaceful
afternoon picnic in the
Gentle rain Mưa nhẹ
garden, accompanied by a
soothing gentle rain.
The city faced significant
Torrential rain Mưa lụt flooding after a night of
torrential rain.
People hurried to shops to
Seek shelter from the rain Tìm nơi trú ẩn khỏi mưa seek shelter from the rain as
the downpour began.
Without an umbrella, I was
unexpectedly caught in the
Caught in the rain Bị ướt vì mưa
rain on my way to the
office.
Board games and movie
Rainy day activities Hoạt động trong ngày mưa marathons are classic rainy
day activities for the family.
The meteorologist provided
Rainy forecast Dự báo mưa a detailed rainy forecast for
the upcoming week.
Camping plans were
Rainy weekend Cuối tuần có mưa reconsidered due to the
rainy weekend ahead.

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Teacher
Would you like to become a teacher?
Do you think you could be a good teacher?
Did you have a favourite teacher when you were a child?
How did this teacher help you in your study?

Word Meaning Example

After volunteering at a local
Consider becoming a Cân nhắc trở thành giáo school, she began to
teacher viên seriously consider becoming
a teacher.
The workshop focused on
promoting effective
Effective teaching Dạy học hiệu quả
teaching strategies for
diverse learners.
With over 20 years in the
profession, Mr. Johnson is
Experienced teacher Giáo viên có kinh nghiệm
an experienced teacher with
a wealth of knowledge.
Mrs. Rodriguez, the history
teacher, is known for being
Inspiring teacher Giáo viên truyền cảm hứng
an inspiring teacher who
sparks students' curiosity.
Ms. Thompson, a dedicated
teacher, spent evenings
Dedicated teacher Giáo viên tận tụy
tutoring students to ensure
their success.
The school promotes a
culture of collaboration and
Supportive teacher Giáo viên hỗ trợ support, fostering a
supportive teacher
community.
A strong teacher-student
Mối quan hệ giữa giáo viên relationship contributes to a
Teacher-student relationship
và học sinh positive learning
environment.
The science teacher
employed engaging teaching
Phương pháp dạy học hấp
Engaging teaching methods methods, making complex
dẫn
concepts understandable and
interesting.
Respected educator Người giáo viên được tôn As a highly knowledgeable

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individual, Dr. Kim is a
respected educator in the
academic community.
Graduation day was filled
with inspirational teaching
Inspirational teaching Những khoảnh khắc dạy học
moments as students
moments đầy cảm hứng
reflected on their
educational journey.

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Languages
What foreign languages have you studied? Why?
How do you often learn a new language?
How long does it often take you to learn a new language?
Is learning a new language difficult for you?

Word Meaning Example

Observing children
effortlessly pick up their
Language acquisition
Quá trình học ngôn ngữ native language showcases
process
the natural language
acquisition process.
Online platforms and
regular practice are
Effective language learning Chiến lược học ngôn ngữ
considered effective
strategies hiệu quả
language learning strategies
for many learners.
Living in a foreign country
provides an invaluable
Language immersion Trải nghiệm đắm chìm trong
language immersion
experience ngôn ngữ
experience for enhancing
language skills.
After years of dedicated
study, she succeeded in
Mastering a foreign
Thạo ngôn ngữ nước ngoài mastering a foreign
language
language and became fluent
in it.
His constant practice and
interactions resulted in
Fluency in a second Thành thạo một ngôn ngữ
achieving fluency in a
language thứ hai
second language within a
relatively short time.
Language proficiency
development requires
Language proficiency Phát triển sự thành thạo về
consistent effort and
development ngôn ngữ
exposure to diverse
language contexts.
Overcoming language
barriers, she engaged in
Overcoming language
Vượt qua rào cản ngôn ngữ conversations with locals
barriers
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Bilingual education
programs aim to create a
Bilingual education Chương trình giáo dục song
multilingual environment
programs ngữ
within educational
institutions.
Participating in a year-long
Cultural exchange for Trao đổi văn hóa để học exchange program provided
language learning ngôn ngữ a rich cultural exchange for
language learning.
Despite facing language
learning difficulties, he
Language learning Khó khăn trong việc học
persisted and eventually
difficulties ngôn ngữ
became proficient in
multiple languages.

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Riding a bike
Did you have a bike when you were young?
Did you ride a bike often when you were little?
Did you ride a bike to school?
Do you ride a bike when you go out now?

Word Meaning Example

Riding my first two-
wheeler through the
Ký ức về chiếc xe đạp từ
Childhood bike memories neighborhood brought
thời thơ ấu
back fond childhood bike
memories.
During summer, my
Những chuyến đi xe đạp family and I enjoyed
Frequent bike rides
thường xuyên frequent bike rides along
the scenic river path.

I vividly recall the joy of

learning to ride a bike
Learning to ride a bike Học cách lái xe đạp
without training wheels
for the first time.

My parents always
emphasized the
importance of bike safety,
Bike safety An toàn khi đạp xe
making sure we wore
helmets and understood
traffic rules.

Exploring hidden trails

Những phiêu lưu trên chiếc and parks led to
Bike-riding adventures
xe đạp unforgettable bike-riding
adventures with friends.
As a teenager, biking to
school became a daily
Biking to school Đạp xe đến trường
ritual, providing a sense of
independence.
The local skate park was
Kỹ thuật BMX trên chiếc xe where we showcased our
BMX bike tricks
đạp BMX bike tricks and
learned new stunts.

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challenging mountain bike
trails that offered
breathtaking views.
On lazy weekends, my
friends and I would
Những chuyến đi xe đạp
Casual bike rides embark on casual bike
thoải mái
rides, exploring our town's
quaint corners.

Living in a city with a

vibrant urban cycling
Văn hóa đạp xe trong thành culture, commuting by
Urban cycling culture
phố bike became a lifestyle
choice rather than a
necessity.

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Dream and ambition
What was your childhood dream?
Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams?
What is your dream job?
Do you think you are an ambitious person?

Word Meaning Example

She decided to pursue a
Pursue a dream Theo đuổi ước mơ dream of becoming a
successful artist.
Throughout his life, he
tirelessly worked to chase a
Chase a dream Đuổi theo ước mơ
dream of making a positive
impact on the world.
After years of hard work,
she finally managed to
Fulfill a dream Thực hiện ước mơ
fulfill a dream of opening
her own bakery.
It took him a while to
realize a dream of traveling
Realize a dream Nhận ra ước mơ
around the world, but he
eventually did it.
It's important to follow your
Follow your dream Theo đuổi ước mơ của bạn dream even when faced with
challenges.
With dedication and
perseverance, they were
Achieve a dream Đạt được ước mơ
able to achieve a dream that
seemed impossible at first.
Living in a vibrant city was
Sống cuộc sống như trong the perfect way for her to
Live the dream
ước mơ live the dream she had since
she was a child.
Despite uncertainties, she
continued to dare to dream
Dare to dream Dám mơ ước
and reach for new
opportunities.
His motto was always to
Dream big Mơ ước lớn dream big and aim for
ambitious goals.
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daydream about a peaceful
life in the countryside.

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