FLASH CARD 32

Question 1

I’ve never been (phrase)
/aɪv ˈnɛvɚ bɪn/

1. I’ve never been to New York, and I’ve never been to Las Vegas.
2. I’ve never been good at singing, and I’ve never been comfortable performing on stage.
3. I’ve never been late to work, and I’ve never been careless with important tasks.

Answer 1

Meaning: used to say that something has not happened to you at any time up to now.

Synonym: I have not ever been
Antonym: I have always been

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. I’ve never been to California before.
2. I’ve never been so happy in my life.
3. I’ve never been interested in that hobby.

Question 2

have fun (V)
/hæv fʌn/

1. I always have fun when I play soccer with my friends, and I have fun learning new skills at work.
2. I try to have fun during my English practice, and I have fun watching comedy shows after work.
3. I have fun cooking on weekends, and I have fun exploring new coffee shops in town.

Answer 2

Meaning: to enjoy yourself or have a good time.

Synonym: enjoy yourself
Antonym: feel bored

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. Have fun at the party!
2. We always have fun on road trips.
3. Try to have fun while you work.

Question 3

I / You never heard of (phrase, informal)
/aɪ, ju ˈnɛvɚ hɝːd ʌv/

1. I never heard of that movie before, and I never heard of that actor either.
2. You never heard of this song before, and you never heard of the singer who made it famous.
3. I never heard of this restaurant until last week, and I never heard of its special dishes before.

Answer 3

Meaning: to say that something or someone is completely new or unfamiliar to you.

Synonym: don’t know about
Antonym: know well

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. I never heard of that brand before.
2. You never heard of this app? It’s amazing!
3. I never heard of such a rule.

Question 4

psychiatrist (noun)
/saɪˈkaɪə.trɪst/

1. I once talked to a psychiatrist about stress, and I learned how to manage my thoughts better.
2. I think a psychiatrist can help people who struggle with anxiety, and I respect their deep understanding of the mind.
3. I would visit a psychiatrist if I ever needed emotional support, and I would follow their guidance carefully.

Answer 4

Meaning: a medical doctor who treats mental and emotional problems, often with therapy or medication.

Synonym: mental health doctor
Antonym: patient

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. I made an appointment with a psychiatrist.
2. She works as a psychiatrist in a hospital.
3. A psychiatrist can prescribe medicine for depression.

Question 5

prefer to spend time alone (phrase)
/prɪˈfɝː tu spɛnd taɪm əˈloʊn/

1. I prefer to spend time alone when I need to recharge, and I enjoy the quiet moments for myself.
2. I prefer to spend time alone after a busy day, and I often read or listen to music.
3. I prefer to spend time alone on weekends, and I use that time to think and plan my goals.

Answer 5

Meaning: to like being by yourself rather than being with others.

Synonym: enjoy solitude
Antonym: love being around people

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. I prefer to spend time alone instead of going to parties.
2. Some people prefer to spend time alone to clear their minds.
3. It’s okay to prefer to spend time alone — it helps you recharge.

Question 6

didn’t have the feeling of (phrase)
/ˈdɪdnt hæv ðə ˈfiːlɪŋ ʌv/

1. I didn’t have the feeling of success at first, and I didn’t have the feeling of confidence either.
2. I didn’t have the feeling of belonging in the new place, and I didn’t have the feeling of comfort for a while.
3. I didn’t have the feeling of excitement before the trip, and I didn’t have the feeling of fear afterward.

Answer 6

Meaning: to not experience a particular emotion, mood, or sense about something.

Synonym: didn’t feel
Antonym: strongly felt

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. I didn’t have the feeling of happiness even after winning.
2. He didn’t have the feeling of being accepted.
3. I didn’t have the feeling of danger until it was too late.

Question 7

The problem lies in (phrase)
/ðə ˈprɑːbləm laɪz ɪn/

1. The problem lies in poor communication, and the problem lies in not listening carefully.
2. The problem lies in the system itself, and it lies in how people use it.
3. The problem lies in my time management, and it lies in my lack of focus.

Answer 7

Meaning: the main cause or reason for the issue is found in something.

Synonym: the issue comes from
Antonym: the solution lies in

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. The problem lies in the lack of planning.
2. The problem lies in misunderstanding the goal.
3. The problem lies in how we approach the situation.

Question 8

introvert (noun)
/ˈɪntrəˌvɝːt/

1. I am more of an introvert, and I enjoy spending quiet evenings reading at home.
2. My friend is an introvert, and she prefers small gatherings to big parties.
3. I sometimes act like an introvert, and I need alone time to recharge after social events.

Meaning: a person who feels more comfortable alone or in calm, quiet settings rather than in large social situations.

Synonym: reserved person
Antonym: extrovert

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. Introverts often enjoy deep conversations over small talk.
2. Being an introvert doesn’t mean being shy.
3. Many introverts like working independently.

Answer 8

extrovert (noun)
/ˈɛkstrəˌvɝːt/

1. I try to be an extrovert at work, and I enjoy meeting new people in social events.
2. My colleague is an extrovert, and he feels energized when talking to groups.
3. I sometimes act like an extrovert, and I join parties even if I feel tired.

Meaning: a person who gains energy from being around others and enjoys social situations.

Synonym: outgoing person
Antonym: introvert

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. Extroverts often enjoy networking events.
2. Being an extrovert helps in team activities.
3. Many extroverts like sharing ideas openly.

Question 9

change (noun/verb)
/ʧeɪndʒ/

1. I didn’t have enough change, and I asked the cashier to break a $10 bill.
   (Tôi không có đủ tiền lẻ nên đã yêu cầu nhân viên thu ngân đổi một tờ 10 đô la.)
2. I always keep some change in my car, and I use it for parking meters.
3. I changed my $20 bill into smaller ones, and I saved some coins for laundry.
   (Tôi đổi tờ 20 đô la của mình thành những tờ tiền nhỏ hơn và tiết kiệm một ít tiền xu để giặt đồ.)

Answer 9

Meaning: money in coins or small bills; to exchange one form of money for another.

Synonym: exchange
Antonym: keep the same

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. Do you have change for a five?
2. I need to change my dollars into quarters.
3. Keep the change, please.
   (Xin hãy giữ lại tiền thừa)

Question 10

the repair (noun)
/ðə rɪˈpɛr/

1. The repair took longer than expected, and the cost was higher than I thought.
2. I checked the repair carefully, and I made sure everything worked properly.
3. The repair was done yesterday, and I’m satisfied with the result.

Answer 10

Meaning: the act or process of fixing something that is broken or damaged.

Synonym: fixing
Antonym: damage

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. The repair will take about two days.
2. How much does the repair cost?
3. The repair looks good, but I’ll test it again.

Question 11

blame (verb / noun)
/bleɪm/

1. I don’t blame anyone for the mistake, and I take full responsibility myself.
2. I blamed the weather for the delay, and I blamed my schedule for being too tight.
3. I try not to blame others, and I focus on finding solutions instead.

Answer 11

Meaning: to say or think that someone or something is responsible for a fault or wrong.

Synonym: accuse
Antonym: forgive

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. Don’t blame yourself for what happened.
2. He tried to blame me for being late.
3. It’s easy to blame others instead of fixing the problem.
   (Thật dễ dàng để đổ lỗi cho người khác thay vì giải quyết vấn đề.)

Question 12

people are dissatisfied with (phrase)
/ˈpiːpəl ɑːr dɪˈsætɪsˌfaɪd wɪð/

1. People are dissatisfied with the new policy, and they are complaining about its unfair rules.
2. People are dissatisfied with the service, and they want a full refund.
3. People are dissatisfied with the slow response, and they expect better communication next time.

Answer 12

Meaning: people are unhappy or not satisfied with something.

Synonym: unhappy with
Antonym: satisfied with

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. People are dissatisfied with the company’s decision.
2. People are dissatisfied with their working conditions.
3. People are dissatisfied with the quality of the product.

Question 13

the average price of (phrase)
/ðə ˈævərɪdʒ praɪs ʌv/

1. The average price of gas has gone up, and it’s higher than last month.
2. The average price of housing keeps rising, and it’s becoming hard for buyers.
3. The average price of groceries has increased, and I need to adjust my budget.

Answer 13

Meaning: the typical or usual cost of something when several prices are added and divided by the number of items.

Synonym: typical cost
Antonym: lowest price

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. The average price of rent in this area is too high.
2. The average price of coffee varies by brand.
3. The average price of electricity has doubled this year.

Question 14

what percentage of (phrase)
/wʌt pɚˈsɛn.tɪdʒ ʌv/

1. What percentage of your income do you save, and what percentage do you spend on rent?
2. What percentage of students passed the exam, and what percentage failed?
3. What percentage of your time do you spend working, and what percentage relaxing?

Answer 14

Meaning: used to ask how much of a total amount something represents, expressed as a number out of 100.

Synonym: how much of
Antonym: (none exact; opposite idea: exact number of)

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. What percentage of people in your city own a car?
2. What percentage of your paycheck goes to taxes?
3. What percentage of customers are returning buyers?

Question 15

what are your thoughts on (phrase)
/wʌt ɑːr jʊr θɔːts ɑːn/

1. What are your thoughts on working weekends, and do you think it helps productivity?
2. What are your thoughts on electric cars, and do you plan to buy one soon?
3. What are your thoughts on remote work, and how has it changed your routine?

Answer 15

Meaning: used to ask someone’s opinion or feelings about a particular topic.

Synoanym: what do you think about
Antonym: (none direct; opposite idea: don’t care about)

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. What are your thoughts on the new policy at work?
2. What are your thoughts on moving to another city?
3. What are your thoughts on the current economy?

Question 16

how do you try to (phrase)
/haʊ duː juː traɪ tuː/

1. How do you try to stay positive, and how do you handle stress at work?
2. How do you try to improve your English, and what methods work best for you?
3. How do you try to manage your time, and how often do you review your goals?

Answer 16

Meaning: used to ask about someone’s effort, method, or way of doing something.

Synonym: how do you attempt to
Antonym: how do you avoid trying to

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. How do you try to stay motivated every day?
2. How do you try to keep a work–life balance?
3. How do you try to build good habits?

Question 17

pop up (phrasal verb)
/pɑːp ʌp/

1. Sometimes new ideas pop up while I’m working, and I write them down immediately.
2. Unexpected problems pop up at work, and I deal with them one by one.
3. Old memories pop up when I listen to certain songs, and they make me smile.

Answer 17

Meaning: to appear suddenly or unexpectedly.

Synonym: appear
Antonym: disappear

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. A message just popped up on my screen.
2. New opportunities can pop up anytime.
3. Ads keep popping up on that website.

Question 18

vibe (noun)
/vaɪb/

1. I like the vibe of this café, and I come here to relax and think.
2. The vibe at the concert was amazing, and everyone was dancing together.
3. I didn’t like the vibe of that place, and I decided to leave early.

Answer 18

Meaning: the general feeling, mood, or atmosphere of a person, place, or situation.

Synonym: atmosphere
Antonym: tension

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. This restaurant has a friendly vibe.
2. I’m getting a weird vibe from that guy.
   (Tôi cảm thấy có điều gì đó kỳ lạ từ anh chàng đó)
3. The party had a chill vibe last night.

Question 19

may be due to (phrase)
/meɪ bi du/

1. The delay may be due to traffic, and the late arrival caused some confusion.
2. My tiredness may be due to lack of sleep, and I need to rest more tonight.
3. The error may be due to a technical problem, and we should check the system carefully.

Answer 19

Meaning: possibly caused by or resulting from something.

Synonym: might be caused by
Antonym: definitely not caused by

Daily useful phrases/contexts:

1. The cancellation may be due to bad weather.
2. The high cost may be due to increased demand.
3. The mistake may be due to miscommunication.

Question 20

time off (noun)
/taɪm ɔf/

1. I often plan my time off carefully so I can fully relax and recharge.
2. Sometimes I use my time off to travel to new cities and explore local coffee shops.
3. When I get time off from work, I focus on hobbies that make me feel alive.

Answer 20

Meaning: free time when you don’t work or study.
Synonym: break
Antonym: overtime

4. I requested a few days of time off next month.
5. She used her time off to visit her family.
6. He doesn’t like to waste his time off doing nothing.

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