U1 Vocabulary

New Words

Digital technology

n.

Công nghệ kỹ thuật số

Digital technologies are tools which utilize a discrete method to convey information, such as letters or numbers.

Wireless technology

n.

Công nghệ không dây

Wireless Technology can offer businesses more flexible and inexpensive ways to send and receive data.

Touch technology

n.

Công nghệ cảm ứng

Touch Technology provides a fast and intuitive interface for the user.

Satellite navigation system

 

n.

Hệ thống định vị bằng vệ tinh

Satellite Navigation System is a system of satellites that can help users determine the certain position on the earth’s surface within a few hundred meters.

Compass

n.

La bàn

The compass is an important part of navigation. In geography, the teacher shows the students how to hold the compass properly.

Global Positioning System – GPS

noun phrase

Hệ thống định vị toàn cầu

Global Positioning System is a space-based satellite navigation system that provides location and time information in all weather, anywhere on or near the Earth.

Newfangled

adj.

Mới lạ

Newfangled invention called the “internet” is undoubtedly the most crucial technology of the modern world.

Breakthrough

n.

Bước đột phá

“A dramatic breakthrough in breast cancer research will lead to a revolution in the way the disease will be diagnosed and treated in years to come.” leading cancer specialists said yesterday.

Revolutionary

adj.

Mang tính cách mạng, bước ngoặt

NLP is a revolutionary approach to human communication and development. In NLP, you’ll be guided step-by-step through specific programs for learning the characteristics of top achievers.

Biotechnology

n.

Công nghệ sinh học

Biotechnology holds great promise for increasing the world’s food supply and improving the quality of that food.

Nanotechnology

n.

Công nghệ Nano

These materials are often more durable, and lighter than those that are not produced with the help of nanotechnology.

Environmentally Friendly

adjectival phrase.

Thân thiện với môi trường

Green cars are cars which are more environmentally friendly than conventional cars.

Ecology

n.

Sinh thái học

Ecology is the branch of biology dealing with the relations and interactions of organisms and their environment.

Astronomy

n.

Thiên văn học

Astronomy is a natural science that deals with the study of celestial objects.

Geology

n.

Địa chất học

Geology is a broad scientific discipline that studies Earth through the history and processes of rocks and minerals.

Genetics

n.

Di truyền học

Genetics is the science of genes, heredity, and the variation in living organisms.

Meteorology

n.

Khí tượng học

Meteorology is the study of the changes in temperature, air pressure, moisture, and wind direction in the troposphere.

Oceanography

n.

Hải dương học

Oceanography is the study of the deep sea and shallow coastal oceans.

Atom

n.

Nguyên tử

Two atoms of hydrogen combine with one atom of oxygen to form a molecule of water.

Chromosome

n.

Nhiễm sắc thể

Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes in their cells.

Tissue

n.

Sarcoma is a type of cancer that develops from certain tissues, like bone or muscle.

Element

n.

Nguyên tố

Chemical elements consist of atoms which have the same number of protons.

Substance

n.

Chất, vật chất

There are examples of substances causing cancer in animals, whereas it has been concluded that they do not have the same effects in humans.

Fossil

n.

Hoá thạch

A fossil has the same shape as the original object, but is chemically more like a rock.

Patent

n.

Bằng sáng chế

A patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention, which is a product or a process that provides, in general, a new way of doing something, or offers a new technical solution to a problem.

Telecommunication cable

n.

Cáp viễn thông

Our mission is to be the leading global innovator, manufacturer and provider of communication cable products and services that meet the unique needs and expectations of each customer.

Applied Research

noun phrase.

Nghiên cứu ứng dụng

Applied research is used to find solutions to everyday problems, cure illnesses, and develop innovative technologies.

Thermal Power

n.

Nhiệt điện

Pha Lai Thermal Power Plant is located in Pha Lai, Chi Linh District, Hai Duong province, roughly 65 kilometres north-east of Hanoi. It has an installed electric capacity of 1,040 MW.

Hydropower

n.

Thuỷ điện

Son La hydropower plant was completely designed and built by Vietnamese engineers and workers. The construction work on the project was started on 2 December 2005, and it was completed on 26 September 2012, 3 years ahead of schedule.

Solar Energy

n.

Năng lượng mặt trời

Solar energy is no doubt a great renewable source and is perfect for the world’s future energy needs.

Phrases

Carry out research into


Tiến hành nghiên cứu về cái gì

They are carrying out some fascinating research into the language of dolphins.

Do experiments


Tiến hành các thí nghiệm

Scientists are doing experiments to test the effectiveness of the new drugs.

Sketch out a vision


Vạch ra tầm chiến lược

Small businesses can sketch out a five-year vision using basic information they already have, such as sales figures, the cost of goods sold, and cash flow.

Bring benefit(s) to


Mang lại lợi ích

Revolutionary Green Technology will bring significant benefits to southern Ontario’s economy and environment.

To be frustrated with


Bị nản chí

He is frustrated with his plan to create a brand new “machine” of his own.

Lead to advances in


Dẫn đến sự tiến bộ trong

The study of systems biology will lead to advances in pharmaceuticals and medical treatment, also to advances in computer science.

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