B4U5 language study 语言学习.pptVIP

appreciation noun. (Para. 3) A feeling of being grateful for something someone has done Pleasure you feel when you realize something is good, useful, or well done An understanding of the importance or meaning of something It helps children to develop an appreciation of poetry and literature. There is a growing appreciation of the need for environmental reforms. The award is given in appreciation of her huge contribution to the film business. all but (Para. 5) almost completely; very nearly Britain’s coal industry has all but disappeared. all except We have support from all but one of the networks. impairment noun. (Para. 6) A condition in which a part of a person’s mind or body is damaged or does not work well (身体技能的）受损 The authors recognize the many methodological problems in studying disabilities that may result from hearing impairment. The same old story (Para. 6) Used to say the same thing is happening in another place 老一套，老样子 The team kept on trying but it was the same old story – no luck. be conscious of (Para. 6) 1) Be concerned with or worried about a particular matter She was very conscious of security. 2) Be aware of; to have knowledge of something He was conscious of feeling cold in the van and of the unpleasant smell of petrol. be accustomed to (doing sth.) (Para. 8) To be familiar with something and accept it as normal 习惯于 We were accustomed to working together. become / grow / get accustomed to sth. Her eyes quickly became accustomed to the dark. rest upon / on (Para. 12) 1) To notice and look at something His eyes rested on a small figure in the distance. 2) To be based on or grounded in; to depend on something Success in management ultimately rests on good judgment. loom (Para. 13) 1) To be likely to happen very soon As the day of my interview loomed, I became increasingly nervous. 2) To