FLASH CARD 23

Question 1

When work/life gets overwhelming, I often/always (phrase)

1. When work gets overwhelming, I often take a short walk to clear my mind and reduce stress.
2. When life gets overwhelming, I always try to talk to a close friend or family member for support.
3. When work gets overwhelming, I often prioritize tasks to stay organized and avoid feeling lost.

Answer 1

Daily useful contexts:
1. When work gets overwhelming, I often take a walk around the block during lunch.
2. When life gets overwhelming, I always write everything down to organize my thoughts.
3. When work gets overwhelming, I often drink some tea and step away from my screen.

Question 2

pee (verb); /piː/

1. I need to pee before we leave the house.
2. The child quickly ran to the bathroom to pee.
3. If you drink a lot of water, you will pee more often.

Synonym: urinate
Antonym: hold (your bladder)
Meaning: to urinate; to release liquid waste from the body.

Answer 2

poo (verb/noun); /puː/

1. The baby just pooed and needs a diaper change.
2. Dogs often poo during their walks outside.
3. It’s important to have regular poo to stay healthy.

Synonym: poop
Antonym: hold (your bowels)
Meaning: to defecate; to release solid waste from the body.

Question 3

I couldn’t do them/it (phrase)

1. I tried to fix the computer, but I couldn’t do it because I didn’t have the right tools.
2. They gave me some difficult tasks, but I couldn’t do them all before the deadline.
3. When asked to help, I wanted to, but I couldn’t do it due to my busy schedule.

Answer 3

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I couldn’t do them/it”:

1. I tried to finish the tasks by noon, but I couldn’t do them in time.
2. I wanted to fix the sink myself, but I couldn’t do it without the right tools.
3. They asked me to join two meetings at once, and I couldn’t do them both.

Question 4

is in progress (phrase)

1. The construction of the new building is in progress and should finish next year.
2. Your application is in progress; we will notify you once it’s completed.
3. The project is in progress, so please be patient while we work on it.
   (Dự án đang được tiến hành, nên vui lòng kiên nhẫn trong khi chúng tôi làm việc với nó.)

Answer 4

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “is in progress”:

1. The payment is in progress, so it should show up in your account soon.
2. Don’t worry, the repair is in progress and should be done by tomorrow.
3. My application is in progress, and I’m just waiting for an update.

Question 5

went to see (phrasal verb)

1. I went to see the new movie that just came out last weekend.
2. They went to see their grandparents during the holiday break.
3. She went to see the doctor because she wasn’t feeling well.

Answer 5

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “went to see”:

1. I went to see the doctor because I had a bad headache all morning.
2. We went to see a movie after work to relax a bit.
3. He went to see his parents last weekend for a quick visit.

Question 6

I turned to [someone] and said (phrase)

1. I turned to my friend and said, “Let’s grab some coffee after work.”
2. During the meeting, I turned to my colleague and said, “Do you agree with this plan?”
3. She turned to her brother and said, “Thank you for helping me today.”

Answer 6

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I turned to [someone] and said”:

1. I turned to my coworker and said, “Do you understand what the boss just explained?”
2. I turned to my friend and said, “Let’s get out of here before it starts raining.”
3. I turned to my wife and said, “Did we remember to lock the door?”

Question 7

10 kitchen/dining items (vật dụng nhà bếp/phòng ăn):

1. Spoon
2. Fork
3. Knife
4. Plate
5. Bowl
6. Chopsticks
7. Pan
8. Pot
9. Cup
10. Napkin

Answer 7

1. I set the table with plates, forks, knives, spoons, and napkins before dinner.
2. She poured soup into a bowl, made tea in a cup, and grabbed a pair of chopsticks for her noodles.
3. He cooked rice in a pot, fried eggs in a pan, and served everything neatly using clean dishes.

Question 8

was getting very ill / was dying from (phrases)

1. He was getting very ill last week, so we took him to the hospital immediately.
2. She was dying from a serious infection but received treatment in time.
3. They noticed their pet was getting very ill and called the vet for help.

Answer 8

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “was getting very ill / was dying from”:

1. She was getting very ill, so they rushed her to the emergency room.
2. He was dying from cancer, but he stayed strong until the end.
3. My dog was getting very ill last week, but thankfully the vet helped her recover.

“was dying from”: Dịch thoáng là “suýt chết vì” (thay vì “đang chết”)

Question 9

someone, who was (phrase)

1. I met a teacher, who was very kind and helpful during the school event.
2. She talked about her friend, who was traveling around the world last year.
3. They invited a guest, who was famous for her charity work in the community.

Answer 9

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “someone, who was”:

1. I met someone, who was looking for the same job I applied for.
2. We talked to someone, who was visiting from out of town.
3. She helped someone, who was lost and didn’t speak English.

Question 10

I see [someone] and tell them I (phrase)

1. I see my friends and tell them I’m sorry for missing their birthday party.
2. Every morning, I see my neighbors and tell them I hope they have a great day.
3. When I see the managers, I tell them I finished the report ahead of schedule.

Answer 10

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I see [someone] and tell them I”:

1. I see my neighbor and tell them I’ll return the borrowed ladder tomorrow.
2. I see my friend at the store and tell them I got the job offer.
3. I see my coworker and tell them I finished the report they needed.

Question 11

I came home from a (phrase)

1. I came home from a long day at work feeling tired but satisfied.
2. Yesterday, I came home from a party much later than I expected.
3. She came home from a trip abroad with many exciting stories to share.

Answer 11

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I came home from a”:

1. I came home from a long day at work and just wanted to sleep.
2. I came home from a party and realized I forgot my phone there.
3. I came home from a trip and found my mailbox full of letters.

Question 12

s.o proposed to s.o (phrase)

1. He nervously proposed to her during their vacation on the beach.
2. After dating for five years, she finally said yes when he proposed to her.
3. They celebrated happily because he proposed to his girlfriend with a beautiful ring.

Answer 12

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “someone proposed to someone”:

1. My friend proposed to his girlfriend last weekend, and she said yes!
2. They celebrated because he finally proposed to her after five years together.
3. I heard someone proposed to someone at the restaurant during dinner last night.

Question 13

I don’t even believe there (phrase)

1. I don’t even believe there was a real plan behind that decision—it felt completely random.
2. I don’t even believe there are people who can live without any internet access nowadays.
3. I don’t even believe there will be enough time to finish everything before the deadline.

Answer 13

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I don’t even believe there”:

1. I don’t even believe there was enough time to finish the project so quickly.
2. I don’t even believe there are places that still don’t have internet access.
3. I don’t even believe there could be so many mistakes in such a simple report.

Question 14

I will show you how (phrase)

1. I will show you how to use this software step by step so you won’t get confused.
2. Don’t worry about the recipe—I will show you how to cook it from scratch.
   “From scratch” = từ nguyên liệu cơ bản, không dùng đồ chế biến sẵn
3. I will show you how to fix the sink so you can do it yourself next time.

Answer 14

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I will show you how”:

1. If you don’t know how to use this software, I will show you how step by step.
2. Don’t worry about fixing the sink—I will show you how to do it properly.
3. When you’re ready, I will show you how to prepare the presentation for the meeting.

Question 15

family tree from the youngest generation to the great-grandparent (noun phrase)

1. We created a family tree in history class to explore our ancestors and their stories.
2. She found old photos and documents to help complete her family tree.
3. A family tree shows how generations are connected through parents, children, and relatives.

Answer 15

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “family tree”:

1. I’m working on our family tree to learn more about my ancestors.
2. During the reunion, everyone shared stories while looking at the family tree.
   (Cuộc họp mặt / Đoàn tụ gia đình)
3. She showed me a photo of the family tree that goes back five generations.

(gia phả từ cháu đến cố)

Question 16

10 essential personality traits for job applicants:

1. Hardworking (chăm chỉ)
2. Responsible (có trách nhiệm)
3. Reliable (đáng tin cậy)
4. Flexible (linh hoạt)
5. Honest (trung thực)
6. Confident (tự tin)
7. Positive (lạc quan)
8. Organized (ngăn nắp, có tổ chức)
9. Cooperative (hợp tác)
10. Eager to learn (ham học hỏi)

Answer 16

1. Employers value someone who is hardworking, honest, and always eager to learn new things.
2. A good team member must be cooperative, flexible, and reliable in any situation.
3. She came across as confident, organized, and fully responsible during the job interview.

Question 17

Hold on. I’m just getting started (phrase)

1. Hold on. I’m just getting started with the project, so there’s still a lot to do.
2. Hold on. I’m just getting started, and I haven’t even explained the main idea yet.
3. Hold on. I’m just getting started with this workout, so give me a few more minutes.
   (Chờ chút. Tôi mới chỉ bắt đầu bài tập này thôi, cho tôi thêm vài phút nữa nhé.)

Answer 17

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “Hold on. I’m just getting started”:

1. When they interrupt me in a meeting, I say, “Hold on. I’m just getting started.”
2. At the gym, after a tough warm-up, I tell my friend, “Hold on. I’m just getting started.”
3. While explaining a plan, if someone wants to jump ahead, I say, “Hold on. I’m just getting started.”

Question 18

Sounds like you (phrase)

1. Sounds like you had a great time at the concert last night.
2. Sounds like you’re really busy this week with all those meetings.
3. Sounds like you handled that situation really well.
   (Nghe có vẻ bạn/cậu xử lý tình huống đó rất ổn đấy!)

Answer 18

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “Sounds like you”:

1. When you describe your busy schedule, I say, “Sounds like you have a lot on your plate.”
2. After you explain your plan to start a new project, I say, “Sounds like you’re really motivated.”
3. You tell me about your favorite hobby, and I say, “Sounds like you enjoy spending time outdoors.”

Question 19

inheritance (noun); /ɪnˈhɛrɪtəns/

1. She received a large inheritance from her grandmother’s estate.
2. The family fought over the inheritance after the grandfather died.
   (Gia đình tranh chấp tài sản thừa kế sau khi ông cụ qua đời)
3. He used his inheritance to start a new business.

Answer 19

Meaning: property, money, or possessions received from someone after they pass away.

Synonym: legacy
Antonym: debt

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the word “inheritance”:

1. After my grandfather passed away, we received an inheritance that helped pay off the house.
2. She is worried about how the inheritance will be divided among the siblings.
3. The lawyer explained the rules about inheritance before we signed the documents.

Question 20

I meet on [someone] (phrase)

1. I meet on my friend every morning for a quick coffee before work.
2. Sometimes, I meet on my colleagues after hours to discuss projects.
3. I meet on my mentor once a week to get advice and guidance.

Answer 20

Here are 3 daily useful contexts with the phrase “I meet on [someone]”:

1. I meet on Monday with my supervisor to discuss the project details.
2. I meet on Friday with the electrician to check the wiring in my house.
3. I meet on Tuesday with the loan officer to finalize the paperwork.