FLASH CARD 11

Question 1

20 cụm từ tiếng Anh hay bị ghép sai

1. Do my homework (✖ Make my homework)
2. Take medicine (✖ Drink medicine)
3. Blond hair (✖ Yellow hair)
4. Make a mistake (✖ Do a mistake)
5. Take a shower (✖ Make a shower)

Answer 1

6. Have breakfast/lunch/dinner (✖ Eat breakfast/lunch/dinner – không sai nhưng ít tự nhiên)
7. Catch a cold (✖ Get a cold – có thể dùng nhưng ít phổ biến hơn)
8. Heavy rain (✖ Strong rain)
9. Fast food (✖ Quick food)
10. Strong coffee (✖ Powerful coffee)

Question 2

“death anniversary ceremony” vs “memorial ceremony”

✅ “I went to my aunt’s house to attend a death anniversary ceremony for our relative.”

✅ “I went to my aunt’s place to join the family’s memorial ceremony for our late relative.”

✅ “I visited my aunt to attend our relative’s death anniversary.”

Answer 2

• “Đám giỗ” → “Death anniversary ceremony”, “memorial ceremony”
• “Người thân” → “Relative”, “family member”, hoặc “late [tên người]” (vd: “late grandfather”).
• “Nhà người dì” → “Aunt’s house” (nếu dì ruột), “auntie’s place” (thân mật), hoặc “my maternal/paternal aunt’s home”

Dịch theo văn hóa phương Tây (nếu giải thích cho người nước ngoài)
✅ “I went to my aunt’s house for a traditional Vietnamese memorial service (called giỗ) to honor our deceased family member.”

Question 3

“Think over”

1. I need some time to think it over before making a decision.
2. She’s thinking over the job offer.
3. You should think over what he said.

Answer 3

Means to carefully consider something before deciding or acting.

4. Let me think it over and I’ll get back to you tomorrow.
5. He didn’t think over the consequences before acting.

(Suy nghĩ kỹ, cân nhắc điều gì đó)

Question 4

20 cụm từ tiếng Anh hay bị ghép sai

11. High salary (✖ Big salary)
12. Tell a story (✖ Say a story)
13. Save money (✖ Keep money – nếu nghĩa là “tiết kiệm”)
14. Lose weight (✖ Reduce weight)
15. Miss the bus/train (✖ Lose the bus/train)

Answer 4

16. Turn on/off the light (✖ Open/close the light)
17. Take a photo (✖ Make a photo)
18. Break a record (✖ Beat a record – trừ khi dùng trong thể thao)
19. Answer the phone (✖ Receive the phone)
20. Make a decision (✖ Take a decision – Anh Mỹ dùng make)

Question 5

Thể hiện sự lưỡng lự, không chắc chắn, cảm xúc bất an

I’m sorry, I don’t know if I can do this (Phim điệp viên lão làng)

1. I’m not sure if I’m ready for this.
   → Tôi không chắc mình đã sẵn sàng cho việc này chưa.
2. I really don’t know if I’m the right person for this.
   → Tôi thật sự không biết mình có phải người phù hợp không.
3. I’m sorry, but I’m having second thoughts.
   → Xin lỗi, nhưng tôi đang suy nghĩ lại.
4. This feels too much for me right now.
   → Việc này hiện tại đối với tôi là quá sức.
5. I’m not confident I can handle this.
   → Tôi không tự tin rằng mình có thể làm được việc này.

Answer 5

6. Honestly, I’m struggling to believe in myself right now.
   → Thật lòng mà nói, tôi đang khó tin vào bản thân lúc này.
7. I need more time to think this through.
   → Tôi cần thêm thời gian để suy nghĩ kỹ về việc này.
8. I feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do.
   → Tôi cảm thấy quá tải và không chắc phải làm gì.
9. This isn’t as easy as I thought it would be.
   → Việc này không dễ như tôi tưởng.
10. I’m afraid I might mess things up.
    → Tôi sợ mình có thể làm hỏng mọi chuyện.

Question 6

Mỗi người mỗi kiểu, không ai giống ai, thể hiện sự tôn trọng sự khác biệt hoặc nhận thức về tính cá nhân:

“Everyone’s different” (Phim Điệp viên lão làng)

1. Each person is unique.
   → Mỗi người là một cá thể độc nhất.
2. We all have our own path.
   → Mỗi người đều có con đường riêng.
3. No two people are exactly the same.
   → Không có hai người nào hoàn toàn giống nhau.
4. Everyone sees the world differently.
   → Ai cũng nhìn thế giới theo cách khác nhau.
5. People have different values and beliefs.
   → Mỗi người có giá trị và niềm tin riêng.

Answer 6

6. What works for one person might not work for another.
   → Điều phù hợp với người này có thể không phù hợp với người khác.
7. Everyone has their own way of doing things.
   → Ai cũng có cách riêng để làm việc.
8. We’re all wired differently. (informal)
   → Bộ não và tính cách mỗi người được lập trình khác nhau.
9. People think and feel in their own way.
   → Mỗi người có cách nghĩ và cảm xúc riêng.
10. Everyone’s story is different.
    → Mỗi người có một câu chuyện riêng.

📌 Những câu này rất hữu ích trong các cuộc hội thoại mang tính tâm lý, chia sẻ, hoặc khi bạn muốn thể hiện sự đồng cảm, chấp nhận sự khác biệt của người khác.

Question 7

I would never + V

1. I would never lie to you.
   → Tôi sẽ không bao giờ nói dối bạn.
2. I would never do something like that.
   → Tôi sẽ không bao giờ làm chuyện như vậy.
3. I would never hurt anyone on purpose.
   → Tôi không bao giờ cố ý làm tổn thương ai.
4. I would never betray my friends.
   → Tôi sẽ không bao giờ phản bội bạn bè.

Answer 7

→ Dùng để diễn tả điều mà mình tuyệt đối không làm hoặc không bao giờ có ý định làm. Có nghĩa là: Tôi sẽ không bao giờ… (dù trong hoàn cảnh nào).
- Đây là cách nói mạnh mẽ để phủ nhận ý định hoặc hành vi nào đó, thường dùng để nhấn mạnh nguyên tắc cá nhân, đạo đức, sự bất ngờ hoặc phẫn nộ.

5. I would never eat that! (ngạc nhiên hoặc ghê tởm)
   → Tôi không đời nào ăn cái đó đâu!

📌 Lưu ý:
* “Would never” nhấn mạnh mạnh hơn “won’t” hoặc “don’t”
* Thường dùng để phản ứng lại một lời buộc tội, hiểu lầm, hoặc để thể hiện giá trị cá nhân

Question 8

Đồng ý với ý kiến của người khác:

“I think so too” (Phim Điệp viên lão làng)

1. I agree with you.
   → Tôi đồng ý với bạn.
2. You’re right.
   → Bạn nói đúng.
3. Me too.
   → Tôi cũng vậy.
4. Same here. (informal)
   → Tôi cũng thế.
5. Absolutely.
   → Chắc chắn rồi. (rất đồng tình)

Answer 8

6. I feel the same way.
   → Tôi cũng có cảm giác giống vậy.
7. That’s what I think too.
   → Tôi cũng nghĩ như vậy.
8. I couldn’t agree more.
   → Tôi hoàn toàn đồng ý.
9. Exactly!
   → Chính xác!
10. Totally! (informal)
    → Chuẩn luôn!

📌 Lưu ý dùng trong giao tiếp:
* “I think so too” = “Tôi cũng nghĩ vậy” → thường dùng khi bạn đồng ý với ý kiến, suy đoán hoặc niềm tin của người khác, ví dụ:
> A: “I think this is a great idea.”
> B: “I think so too.”

Question 9

entrance/exit:

Where is the entrance to the supermarket? (Duo)
1. Which way is the subway station entrance?
2. Can you tell me where the exit is?
3. Is this the main entrance of the hotel?
4. How do I find the emergency exit?

Answer 9

6. Is there a back entrance to the building?
7. Where’s the nearest store exit?
8. Do you know where the parking garage entrance is?
9. Is the museum entrance on this side?
10. Which door is the main exit?

Question 10

“There is no / There is”:

Negative (There is no / There aren’t any)
1. There is no milk left in the fridge.
2. There is no sugar in my coffee.
3. There is no bread on the table.
4. There are no eggs in the carton.
5. There is no salt in this dish.
6. There are no clean plates in the cupboard.
7. There is no water in the bottle.
8. There are no apples in the basket.
9. There is no meat in the freezer.
10. There are no cookies left in the jar.

Answer 10

Positive (There is / There are)
11. There is some cheese in the fridge.
12. There are a few oranges in the bag.
13. There is enough pasta for dinner.
14. There are many vegetables in the market.
15. There is a little honey in the jar.
16. There are three bananas on the counter.
17. There is fresh juice in the pitcher.
18. There are some snacks in the pantry.
19. There is ice cream in the freezer.
20. There are plenty of tomatoes in the garden.

Question 11

would like

**General Desires **
I would like to visit Paris next summer.
She would like to learn how to play the piano.
We would like to have dinner at that new restaurant.
He would like to buy a new car soon.
They would like to watch a movie tonight.

Plans with Friends/Family
I would like to go hiking with my friends this weekend.
She would like to invite her cousins to the party.
We would like to travel together next year.
He would like to join a soccer team with his classmates.
They would like to have a picnic in the park.

Answer 11

Politeness in Requests
I would like to order a coffee, please.
She would like to speak to the manager.
We would like to book a table for four.
He would like to ask you a question.
They would like to reserve two tickets for the concert.

Future Goals & Wishes
I would like to start my own business one day.
She would like to become a doctor in the future.
We would like to buy a house near the beach.
He would like to improve his English skills.
They would like to volunteer at an animal shelter.

Question 12

Discuss future plans/goals with s.o:

Talking About Study Plans
1. “I would like to improve my pronunciation within the next 3 months.”
2. “I’m hoping to expand my vocabulary for daily conversations.”
3. “Could you help me prepare for an English proficiency test next year?”
4. “I want to focus more on business English for my career.”
5. “What would you recommend I practice before my overseas trip?”

Career/Future Goals
6. “I’m planning to apply for an international internship next summer.”
7. “My long-term goal is to work for a multinational company.”
8. “I’d love to get your advice on improving my professional English.”
9. “Do you think I could reach fluent level within 2 years?”
10. “I’m considering studying abroad - how can I prepare linguistically?”

Answer 12

Requesting Guidance
11. “What skills should I prioritize for my future needs?”
12. “Could we adjust our lessons to focus more on future tense practice?”
13. “Would you suggest any extra materials for my learning goals?”
14. “How do you think I can become more confident in speaking?”
15. “Can we create a study plan for my upcoming job interview?”

Personal Development
16. “I’m trying to develop a habit of reading English news daily.”
17. “I’d like to practice discussing more complex topics in class.”
18. “My dream is to give a presentation in English without notes.”
19. “I want to understand native speakers better when they speak fast.”
20. “Eventually, I hope to think in English without translating.”

Question 13

“have insight for”:

Teaching & Education
1. “I feel I have insight for teaching young learners—I understand how they absorb language.”
2. “She has insight for creating engaging lesson plans that students enjoy.”
3. “Do you think I have insight for explaining grammar in simple ways?”
4. “He has insight for recognizing students’ weaknesses and helping them improve.”
5. “They have insight for adapting lessons to different learning styles.”

Career & Skills
6. “I believe I have insight for leadership—I can motivate teams well.”
7. “She has insight for problem-solving in difficult situations.”
8. “Do you have insight for working with international clients?”
9. “He has insight for designing user-friendly apps.”
10. “They have insight for managing projects efficiently.”

Answer 13

To express understanding or aptitude in a particular area

Personal Strengths
11. “I have insight for giving advice—people often come to me for help.”
12. “She has insight for understanding people’s emotions.”
13. “Do you think I have insight for writing persuasive essays?”
14. “He has insight for learning languages quickly.”
15. “They have insight for resolving conflicts peacefully.”

“Have insight for” ≈ có khả năng đặc biệt để hiểu/vận dụng điều gì đó (thường dùng cho kỹ năng, giảng dạy, phân tích)

Phân biệt với các cụm gần nghĩa:
1. “Have a talent for” → nhấn mạnh năng khiếu bẩm sinh.
2. “Have experience in” → tập trung vào kinh nghiệm.
3. “Have insight for” → thiên về khả năng thấu hiểu bản chất của lĩnh vực.

Question 14

Needs vs. Demands

Needs
1. “Plants need sunlight to grow.” (Objective requirement)
2. “Children need love and support.” (Essential for well-being)
3. “I need a quiet place to study.” (Basic necessity)
4. “The project needs more time.” (Critical for success)
5. “We need to breathe clean air.” (Universal need)

(Nhu cầu)
Needs focus on necessities (phải có để tồn tại/phát triển)

Aspect | Needs | Demands |

Answer 14

Demands

1. “She demands an apology from him.” (Strong request)
2. “The workers demand higher salaries.” (Urgent/forceful)
3. “Customers demand better quality products.” (Market pressure)
4. “He demanded to speak to the manager.” (Authoritative tone)
5. “The teacher demands punctuality.” (Strict requirement)

(Yêu cầu/Đòi hỏi)
Demands imply requests with urgency/expectation (có thể đi kèm áp lực).

Question 15

sure know, really know

Complimenting Knowledge
1. “You really know your stuff!”
2. “You’re so well-informed!”
3. “You’ve got an amazing memory for details!”
4. “How do you know so much about this?”
5. “You’re a walking encyclopedia!”

Casual/Playful
6. “Wow, you’re full of random facts!”
7. “Is there anything you don’t know?”
8. “Whoa, brain overload—you know everything!”
9. “Did you swallow a fact book or something?” (humorous)
10. “Tell me your secret—how are you this knowledgeable?”

Answer 15

Specific Topics
11. “You’re an expert on history!”
12. “You know all the best travel tips!”
13. “Your science knowledge is impressive!”
14. “You remember every movie detail!”
15. “You could teach a class on this!”

Responses to Facts
16. “I had no idea—thanks for sharing!”
17. “That’s fascinating! Where’d you learn that?”
18. “Mind blown! Tell me more.”
19. “You always teach me something new!”
20. “I’m taking notes—keep going!”

Question 16

“I do have…“ and “I do know…“ for emphasis:
- Questions often imply doubt (“You don’t…?”).
- Answers with “I do” firmly confirm or correct (“I do have/know…“).

Affirming Possession/Facts
Q: “You don’t have the meeting minutes, do you?”
A: “Actually, I do have a copy on my phone.”

Q: “Do you even know how this software works?”
A: “Yes, I do know the basics—I trained on it last month.”

Correcting Misconceptions
Q: “You forgot to bring the tickets, right?”
A: “No, I do have them right here in my wallet.”

Q: “You’re not familiar with this neighborhood, are you?”
A: “Actually, I do know the area—I used to live nearby.”

Answer 16

Offering Help
Q: “You probably don’t have time to review this, huh?”
A: “I do have 15 minutes if you need quick feedback.”

Q: “Do you understand the instructions?”
A: “I do know what to do, but I’d appreciate a double-check.”

Defending Knowledge/Skills
Q: “You’ve never worked with kids before, have you?”
A: “Actually, I do have experience—I volunteered at a daycare.”

Q: “You wouldn’t recognize this old song, would you?”
A: “Ha! I do know this one—it’s my mom’s favorite!”

Softening Statements
Q: “You don’t have any allergies, correct?”
A: “Well, I do have a mild nut allergy, but it’s not severe.”

Q: “You don’t remember Mr. Tanaka from the conference?”
A: “Hmm, I do know the name, but I can’t recall his face.”

Question 17

“What am I doing wrong?” — useful for seeking feedback or expressing frustration:

Asking for Feedback
1. “Can you tell me where I’m going wrong?”
2. “Why isn’t this working? Am I missing something?”
3. “I keep failing at this—what’s my mistake?”
4. “Is there something I’m not understanding here?”
5. “Could you point out where I messed up?”

Expressing Frustration (Self-Reflection)
6. “Why does this always happen to me? What’s my error?”
7. “I must be doing something wrong—but what?”
8. “Nothing’s working! What am I screwing up?” (casual)
9. “Ugh, why can’t I get this right?”
10. “There’s gotta be a trick I’m not seeing.”

Answer 17

Polite/Professional Requests for Help
11. “I’d appreciate any advice on how to improve this.”
12. “Could you guide me on where I might be off track?”
13. “I’m stuck—would you mind reviewing my approach?”
14. “What would you do differently in my position?”
15. “How can I correct this? I’m open to suggestions.”

Situational Examples
- At work:
“My reports keep getting rejected. What am I doing wrong?”
- Learning a skill:
“My cake always collapses. What’s my mistake?”
- Relationships:
“She’s upset, but I don’t know why. What did I do wrong?”

Key Tip: Pair these with specific details to get better help:
- “What am I doing wrong in this math problem?”
- “Why does my laptop keep crashing? Am I mishandling it?”

Question 18

“I’m not supposed to be doing this” nghĩa là:👉 “Tôi không nên đang làm việc này” hoặc “Lẽ ra tôi không được làm việc này”.

Câu này thường được dùng khi bạn đang làm một việc mà bạn biết rõ là không đúng luật, không đúng quy định, không được cho phép, hoặc không phù hợp với hoàn cảnh.

• Một nhân viên lén truy cập tài liệu mật:
  “I’m not supposed to be doing this, but I need to find out the truth.”
  → Tôi không nên làm chuyện này, nhưng tôi cần phải biết sự thật.
• Một người leo qua hàng rào nơi cấm vào:
  “I know I’m not supposed to be doing this, but it’s the only way through.”
  → Tôi biết là tôi không nên làm vậy, nhưng đây là lối duy nhất.

Answer 18

“I’m supposed to be having a glass of red wine with my wife” nghĩa là:👉 “Lẽ ra bây giờ tôi đang uống một ly rượu vang đỏ với vợ tôi.”

“I’m supposed to be…“: diễn tả một việc lẽ ra đang xảy ra, theo kế hoạch, theo mong đợi, hoặc theo thỏa thuận.
* “having a glass of red wine with my wife”: đang cùng vợ thưởng thức một ly rượu vang đỏ.

Ngữ cảnh thường dùng:

• Bạn đang bận việc khác (ví dụ: làm việc, nói chuyện điện thoại, ở chỗ nào đó không như dự định) nên không ở cùng vợ như kế hoạch.
• Bạn có thể đang bày tỏ sự tiếc nuối, thất vọng hoặc áy náy vì không làm đúng như mong đợi.
• Một người ở văn phòng lúc 8h tối, gọi điện nói:
  “I’m supposed to be having a glass of red wine with my wife right now. But here I am, still working.”
  → Lẽ ra giờ này tôi đang uống một ly rượu vang với vợ. Nhưng tôi vẫn còn đang làm việc đây.

Question 19

“have to [verb]”) in the second clause:

1. If she is tired, we have to let her rest.
2. If they are hungry, you have to feed them.
3. If the project is urgent, we have to finish it quickly.
4. If the weather is bad, we have to stay indoors.

Answer 19

5. If he is sick, we have to take him to the doctor.
6. If the rules are broken, they have to face the consequences.
7. If the price is too high, we have to negotiate.
8. If the plan fails, we have to find another solution.

Question 20

“It’s essential,” “It’s important,” “It’s necessary”

They are super useful in formal speaking, writing, emails, meetings, or interviews — especially when giving recommendations, stating rules, or showing priorities.

✅ A. “It’s essential that…“

(Use subjunctive: base form of verb – no “s”)

1. It’s essential that every electrician follow safety protocols.
2. It’s essential that the wiring be inspected before use.
3. It’s essential that new apprentices understand the circuit diagram clearly.
4. It’s essential that we arrive on time for the job briefing.

Answer 20

✅ B. “It’s important that…“

1. It’s important that we document all electrical changes.
2. It’s important that each team member knows their task.
3. It’s important that tools be stored properly after work.
4. It’s important that the client understand the risks of overload.

✅ C. “It’s necessary that…“

1. It’s necessary that we shut off the main breaker before starting.
2. It’s necessary that he attend the safety training.
3. It’s necessary that the inspector approve the installation.
4. It’s necessary that we check the voltage twice before connecting.