PART 1

TOPIC 14 – BAGS

TOPIC 14 – BAGS

Christopher (English US)

Jenny (English US)

  1. Do you like bags?

Yeah, but I’m not a big fan of bags, although they can be super useful. I love to use it because I can throw all my stuff in there and be on my way. Plus, there are so many different styles and designs out there, and the fashion sense of handbags also helps enhance my personal image value.

  1. Do you have different bags for different occasions?

Honestly, I only have three shoulder bags at the moment. I find it a waste of money to buy many different types of bags, so I prefer to use that money for traveling and exploring new places of interest. Even though I have only three bags, I am very content with them because they are beautiful and convenient.

  1. Do you usually carry a bag when you go out?

Sometimes. I only carry a shoulder bag on special  occasions that are important to me, such as birthdays, weddings, or gatherings with friends. For all other occasions, like going out or grocery shopping, I simply carry a wallet.

  1. What do you put in your bag?

Let’s see… I always have my phone, wallet, keys, and And some types of cosmetics like lipstick, sunscreen, or eyebrow pencil and some other items.

  1. When you are buying a new bag, what factors do you consider?

When I’m shopping for a new bag, I look for a few different things. First of all, it has to be nice, obviously. But it also has to be practical and functional. Like, does it have enough pockets? Is it comfortable to wear? And it definitely should be in harmony with the outfit I’m wearing as well as suitable for an elegant and sophisticated image.

VOCAB

  1. A big fan of
    • Phiên âm: /ə bɪɡ fæn ʌv/
    • Nghĩa: Một người hâm mộ nhiệt tình
    • Ví dụ: She is a big fan of rock music and attends every concert of her favorite band.
  2. Personal image value
    • Phiên âm: /ˈpɜːrsənl ˈɪmɪdʒ ˈvæljuː/
    • Nghĩa: Giá trị hình ảnh cá nhân
    • Ví dụ: For some people, fashion choices hold a high personal image value as they believe it reflects their personality and style.
  3. A waste of money
    • Phiên âm: /ə weɪst ʌv ˈmʌni/
    • Nghĩa: Lãng phí tiền bạc
    • Ví dụ: Buying unnecessary gadgets can be a waste of money if they are not used frequently or serve no practical purpose.
  4. Content with (adj)
    • Phiên âm: /ˈkɒntɛnt wɪð/
    • Nghĩa: Hài lòng với
    • Ví dụ: She is content with her simple lifestyle and doesn’t feel the need for extravagant possessions.
  5. On special occasions
    • Phiên âm: /ɒn ˈspɛʃəl əˈkeɪʒənz/
    • Nghĩa: Những dịp đặc biệt
    • Ví dụ: People often dress up in formal attire on special occasions like weddings or anniversaries.
  6. Eyebrow pencil
    • Phiên âm: /ˈaɪbraʊ ˈpɛnsəl/
    • Nghĩa: Bút kẻ mày
    • Ví dụ: She used an eyebrow pencil to fill in her eyebrows and give them a defined shape.
  7. Practical and functional (adj)
    • Phiên âm: /ˈpræktɪkəl ænd ˈfʌŋkʃənl/
    • Nghĩa: Thực tế và hữu ích
    • Ví dụ: When choosing a bag for everyday use, she prioritizes practical and functional features like multiple compartments and sturdy straps.
  8. In harmony with
    • Phiên âm: /ɪn ˈhɑːrməni wɪð/
    • Nghĩa: Hòa hợp với
    • Ví dụ: She carefully selects accessories that are in harmony with her outfit, enhancing the overall look.
  9. Elegant (adj)
    • Phiên âm: /ˈɛlɪɡənt/
    • Nghĩa: Tinh tế, thanh lịch
    • Ví dụ: She wore an elegant evening gown to the gala event, turning heads with her sophisticated style.

 

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