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 /dɛθ ˌænəˈvɝsɛri ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/
memorial ceremony /məˈmɔriəl ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/

1. Have you ever attended a death anniversary ceremony, or was it just a memorial ceremony?
2. They didn’t hold a death anniversary ceremony last year, but they organized a beautiful memorial ceremony.
3. We’ve already planned the death anniversary ceremony, and we’ve held a memorial ceremony for his friends.
4. She hasn’t arranged a death anniversary ceremony, but a memorial ceremony has been scheduled.

Answer 2

Meaning:
death anniversary ceremony = an event marking the yearly date of someone’s passing
memorial ceremony = a tribute event to remember someone who has died, not tied to a specific date

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• The family held a death anniversary ceremony at home.
• A memorial ceremony will be held at the park this weekend.
• We attended a memorial ceremony for the victims of the accident.

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

I’m afraid /aɪm əˈfreɪd/

1. Have you told him the news, or are you going to say, “I’m afraid I have bad news”?
2. I didn’t want to disappoint her, but I’m afraid she didn’t get the job.
3. We’ve already explained the rules, and I’m afraid he still broke them.
4. She hasn’t replied yet, and I’m afraid she won’t make it in time.

Answer 5

Meaning:
Used to express bad news, worry, or politeness when saying something negative.

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• I’m afraid we’re closed for the day.
• I’m afraid I can’t help you with that.
• I’m afraid it’s going to rain later.

Question 6

Everyone’s different
/ˈɛvriˌwʌnz ˈdɪf(ə)rənt/

1. Have you ever noticed how everyone’s different, or do you think people are mostly the same?
2. He didn’t understand why she reacted that way, but I reminded him that everyone’s different.
3. I’ve worked with many teams, and I’ve learned that everyone’s different in how they solve problems.
4. She hasn’t accepted the truth yet, but she’ll see that everyone’s different eventually.

Answer 6

Meaning:
Each person is unique in thoughts, actions, preferences, or personality.

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• Don’t judge—everyone’s different.
• Everyone’s different when it comes to learning styles.
• That’s okay, everyone’s different in their own way.

Question 7

I would never + V
/aɪ wʊd ˈnɛvɚ + verb/

1. Would you ever lie to your best friend, or do you truly mean it when you say, “I would never lie”?
2. He didn’t cheat on the test, and he told the teacher, “I would never cheat in any class.”
3. I’ve told her the truth before, and I’ve said, “I would never hide something important from you.”
4. She hasn’t trusted him since, even though he said, “I would never hurt you on purpose.”

Answer 7

Meaning:
Used to strongly deny that you’d ever do something wrong, bad, or out of character.

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• I would never steal from anyone.
• I would never forget your birthday.
• I would never say that behind your back.

(Tôi sẽ không bao giờ…)

Question 8

I think so too
/aɪ θɪŋk soʊ tu/

1. Do you agree with her opinion, or would you say, “I think so too”?
2. He didn’t argue with my suggestion and simply said, “I think so too.”
3. We’ve talked about the plan, and everyone has said, “I think so too,” which is a good sign.
4. She hasn’t given her thoughts yet, but I’m sure she’ll say, “I think so too” when she hears it.

Answer 8

Meaning:
Used to show agreement with someone’s statement or opinion.

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• “It’s a great idea.” – “I think so too.”
• “He’s very kind.” – “I think so too.”
• “This place feels safe.” – “I think so too.”

Question 9

entrance /ˈɛntrəns/
exit /ˈɛɡzɪt/ or /ˈɛksɪt/

1. Have you seen the entrance sign, or did you accidentally walk through the exit?
2. He didn’t find the entrance in time, and he missed the show because the exit was blocked.
3. I’ve gone through that entrance many times, and I’ve used the emergency exit once.
4. She hasn’t used the main entrance, but she always leaves through the back exit.

Answer 9

Meaning:
entrance = the way in
exit = the way out

Synonym for exit: way out

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* Use the side entrance if the front is closed.
* The exit is on your left after the checkout.
* Please don’t block the fire exit.

Question 10

There is no /ðɛr ɪz noʊ/
There is /ðɛr ɪz/

1. Is it true that there is enough time to finish, or are you saying there is no chance?
2. He didn’t believe there is a better option, but I told him there is no perfect solution.
3. I’ve checked everything, and there is a small mistake, but there is no serious problem.
4. She hasn’t mentioned it yet, but there is a reason, and there is no need to worry.

Answer 10

Meaning:
There is = something exists or is present
There is no = something does not exist or is not available

Synonym for “there is no”: lacks

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* There is a message for you on the table.
* There is no milk left in the fridge.
* There is a meeting at 10 a.m. today.

Question 11

would like

General Desires
I would like to visit Paris next summer.
She would like to learn how to play the piano.

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.

Answer 11

Politeness in Requests
I would like to order a coffee, please.
We would like to book a table for four.

Future Goals & Wishes
I would like to start my own business one day.
She would like to become a doctor in the future.

Question 12

discuss future plans/goals with someone
/dɪˈskʌs ˈfjuʧɚ plænz ɡoʊlz wɪð ˈsʌmwʌn/

1. Have you ever discussed future plans with your partner, or do you keep those thoughts private?
2. He didn’t discuss his goals with his team, and they were confused about the direction.
3. We’ve already discussed future plans with our parents, and we’ve agreed on the timeline.
4. She hasn’t discussed her goals with her boss yet, but she’s planning to do it next week.

Answer 12

Meaning:
To talk with someone about what you want to do or achieve in the future.

Synonym: talk about

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* I need to discuss my future goals with my supervisor.
* Let’s discuss our plans before we make any decisions.
* We always discuss future plans during family dinners.

Question 13

have insight for
/hæv ˈɪnˌsaɪt fɔr/

1. Do you have insight for this situation, or are you still trying to understand it?
2. He didn’t have insight for the client’s needs, so the project failed to meet expectations.
3. I’ve had insight for similar cases before, and I’ve learned what usually works.
4. She hasn’t had insight for the team’s behavior, but now she understands their concerns.

Answer 13

Meaning:
To understand something deeply or clearly, especially about people, situations, or problems.
Synonym: understand deeply

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:

• He has insight for human behavior.
• We need someone who has insight for market trends.
• She had insight for why the plan didn’t work.

Question 14

needs /nidz/
demands /dɪˈmændz/

1. Do you understand the needs of the team, or are you only focusing on their demands?
2. He didn’t meet the customer’s needs, but he tried to respond to their demands.
3. We’ve covered the basic needs, and now we’re working on the extra demands.
4. She hasn’t met the job’s demands, but she’s addressed the company’s needs so far.

Aspect | Needs | Demands |

Answer 14

Meaning:
needs = essential things required to live, work, or function
demands = strong requests or expectations, often urgent or firm

Synonym for needs: requirements

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* We must understand the client’s needs before offering solutions.
* His job has high demands, including overtime.
* The needs of children are different from their demands.

Question 15

sure know / really know
/ʃʊr noʊ/ /ˈrɪəli noʊ/

1. Do you really know how to fix it, or do you just think you sure know the answer?
2. He didn’t really know the full story, but he acted like he sure knew everything.
3. I’ve talked to her before, and I really know she’s honest because I sure know how she reacts.
4. She hasn’t explained it clearly, but I sure know something’s wrong, and I really know how it usually goes.

Answer 15

Meaning:
Used to strongly express confidence or certainty in what someone knows.

Synonym: definitely understand

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* You sure know how to cook!
* I really know what he means.
* They sure know how to make people laugh.

Question 16

I do have / I do know
/aɪ du hæv/ /aɪ du noʊ/

1. Do you think I do know the answer, or are you assuming I don’t have the facts?
2. He didn’t believe me, but I do have the documents, and I do know the rules.
3. I’ve explained it before, and I do know how it works, plus I do have proof.
4. She hasn’t trusted my input, but I do know the process, and I do have experience.

Answer 16

Meaning:
Used to emphasize certainty or truth when someone doubts or questions you.

Synonym: truly possess / clearly understand

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* I do have time to help you today.
* I do know how to use that tool.
* I do have what you asked for.

Question 17

What am I doing wrong?
/wʌt æm aɪ ˈduɪŋ rɔŋ/

1. Have you tried to fix the issue, or are you still wondering, What am I doing wrong?
2. He didn’t get the result he expected, and he kept asking himself, What am I doing wrong?
3. I’ve followed every step, but something feels off, so I’m asking, What am I doing wrong?
4. She hasn’t made progress yet, and she keeps thinking, What am I doing wrong with this approach?

Answer 17

Meaning:
A question you ask when something isn’t working and you want to understand your mistake.

Synonym: Where did I go wrong?

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* What am I doing wrong with this machine?
* What am I doing wrong in my relationship?
* What am I doing wrong with my English grammar?

Question 18

I’m not supposed to be doing this
/aɪm nɑt səˈpoʊzd tə bi ˈduɪŋ ðɪs/

1. Are you sure this is allowed, or do you feel like I’m not supposed to be doing this?
2. He didn’t ask for permission, and later he said, I’m not supposed to be doing this out loud.
3. I’ve been warned before, and honestly, I’m not supposed to be doing this without training.
4. She hasn’t told anyone, but deep down she knows I’m not supposed to be doing this at work.

Answer 18

Meaning:
Used when you know an action is against the rules, expectations, or what’s allowed.

Synonym: This isn’t allowed

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* I’m not supposed to be doing this during my shift.
* I’m not supposed to be doing this without safety gear.
* I’m not supposed to be doing this on someone else’s computer.

Question 19

have to [verb]
/hæv tu/

1. Do you want to stay longer, or do you have to leave right after the meeting?
2. He didn’t enjoy the trip, but he smiled because he had to act polite.
3. I’ve missed a few steps, so now I have to redo the whole process.
4. She hasn’t responded yet, but I have to follow up by tomorrow.

Answer 19

Meaning:
Used to express obligation or something necessary to do.

Synonym: must

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* We have to clean before guests arrive.
* You have to wear a helmet on site.
* I have to finish this by 5 PM.

Question 20

It’s essential / It’s important / It’s necessary
/ɪts ɪˈsɛnʃəl/ /ɪts ɪmˈpɔrtənt/ /ɪts ˈnɛsəˌsɛri/

1. Is it enough to try, or is it essential that we succeed the first time?
2. He didn’t explain why, but he said it’s important and we should listen.
3. I’ve told them before that it’s necessary to wear gloves in this area.
4. She hasn’t followed the rule, but it’s essential for her safety and it’s important for the team.

Answer 20

Meaning:
Used to describe something that must be done or cannot be ignored.

Synonym: crucial

3 daily useful phrases/contexts:
* It’s important to get enough sleep.
* It’s necessary to bring your ID.
* It’s essential to stay calm during emergencies.