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Vocabulary for Describing Maps

The document provides vocabulary related to various themes such as growth, disappearance, expansion, contraction, change, stability, and direction, along with their meanings and examples. It categorizes verbs and nouns that describe actions and states associated with these themes. Each section includes definitions and illustrative sentences to enhance understanding.

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Vocabulary for Describing Maps

The document provides vocabulary related to various themes such as growth, disappearance, expansion, contraction, change, stability, and direction, along with their meanings and examples. It categorizes verbs and nouns that describe actions and states associated with these themes. Each section includes definitions and illustrative sentences to enhance understanding.

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Lesson 13: MAP

Từ vựng miêu tả sự xuất hiện


Loại
Từ vựng Ý nghĩa Ví dụ
từ

plant something to put plants, seeds, etc. in


Plant Verb to plant and harvest coffee
the ground to grow
to increase in size, number, strength or The residential area is growing at a
Grow Verb
quality phenomenal rate.
Erect Verb to build something The church was erected in 1998..
to build or make something (thường sử dụng The building was constructed in
Construct Verb
cho dạng bị động) 1996.
to make something, especially a building, by
Build Verb The town was built 100 years ago.
putting parts together

2.2 Từ vựng miêu tả sự biến mất


Loại
Từ vựng Ý nghĩa Ví dụ
từ

to make something fall down by cutting it at Some trees had been cut down
Cut down Verb
the base after a decade.
destroy something to damage something so The old bridge was destroyed and
Devastate Verb
badly that it no longer exists, works, etc. was replaced by a new one.
to pull or knock down a building; to destroy The old school is due to be
Demolish Verb
something demolished next year.
The forest disappeared after 20
Disappear Verb to stop existing
years
To be to remove a top layer, the features, etc. from the lush green countryside was
Verb
denuded something, so that it is exposed denuded.

2.3 Từ vựng miêu tả sự mở rộng


Từ vựng Từ vựngÝ nghĩa Ví dụ

Broaden Verb to become wider the parking lot was broadened


The garden is planned to be widened
Widen Verb to become wider
in 2023
extend something to make something There are plans to extend the
Extend Verb
longer or larger residential area.
Enlarge Verb to make something bigger; to become There are plans to enlarge the
Từ vựng Từ vựngÝ nghĩa Ví dụ

bigger shopping area.

2.4 Từ vựng miêu tả sự thu hẹp


Từ vựng Loại từ Ý nghĩa Ví dụ

Broaden Verb to become wider the parking lot was broadened


The garden is planned to be widened
Widen Verb to become wider
in 2023
extend something to make something longer There are plans to extend the
Extend Verb
or larger residential area.
to make something bigger; to become There are plans to enlarge the
Enlarge Verb
bigger shopping area.

- Từ vựng miêu tả sự thay đổi

Loại
Từ vựng Ý nghĩa Ví dụ
từ

a small change made to something in Some adjustment of the area was


Adjustment Noun
order to correct or improve it made after 10 years.
a mixed residential and recreational
Development Noun a piece of land with new buildings on it
development was made.
the act or result of something becoming There are a lot of major changes in
Change Noun
different the area.
the act or process of changing
something in order to improve it or A few slight modifications were
Modification Noun
make it more acceptable; a change that made to the land.
is made
The way in which we work has
a complete change in
Transformation Noun undergone a complete
somebody/something
transformation in the past decade.

2.5 Từ vựng miêu tả sự ổn định


Từ vựng Loại từÝ nghĩa Ví dụ

Looking at the east of the town, everything


Remain unchangedVerb To stay the same
remained unchanged.
Experience no Looking at the western area, the residential area
Verb To stay the same
change experienced no change.
To still be at the Fortunately, the forest is still there after such a long
To be still there Verb
same place period.
Từ vựng Loại từÝ nghĩa Ví dụ

To remain at the Every detail still exist today, except for the
Still exist Verb
same place building.

2.6 Từ vựng miêu tả phương hướng


Từ vựng Loại từ Ví dụ

To the East/ the right/ the right-hand-side The forest is to the right of the newly-built
Phrase
(tương tự với West) residential area
Face/ in front of Phrase The building is facing the main road
In close proximity to/ close to Phrase The cinema is in close proximity to the bar.
The old building is a long distance away
A long distance away/ far away from Phrase
from the square.
Surround Verb The area is surrounded by a river
The hospital is at right angles to a large
At right angles to Adv
academy.
The road and the river are parallel to each
Parallel to Adj
other.
The school was between a parking lot and
Between Adv
an art gallery.

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Vocabulary such as 'remain unchanged,' 'experience no change,' and 'still exist' underscores the theme of historical preservation by emphasizing persistence amidst change. For example, descriptions of areas that remain unchanged over time highlight efforts or natural stability, ensuring preservation of historical aspects even as surrounding developments occur .

The document links physical expansion directly with infrastructure through verbs like 'broaden,' 'widen,' 'extend,' and 'enlarge,' indicating an increase in physical space and capacity. For example, proposals to extend residential areas and enlarge shopping spaces suggest interconnected growth, where physical expansion necessitates corresponding changes in infrastructure to accommodate growing demands .

The document uses phrases such as 'remain unchanged,' 'experience no change,' 'to be still there,' and 'still exist' to convey stability. These phrases signify areas or elements that have maintained their state over time, as seen where parts of a town remain unchanged while neighboring areas undergo significant development .

Direction-related vocabulary such as 'to the East,' 'in front of,' 'in close proximity to,' 'at right angles to,' and 'parallel to' facilitates precise spatial descriptions, crucial for urban planning. These terms illustrate exact relationships among structures or areas, aiding in effective navigation and strategic urban design by offering clear locational context, such as a building facing a main road or a river parallel to a road .

The document reflects on adjustments and modifications as necessary responses to developmental impacts by highlighting these processes as components of improvement and adaptation to new realities, such as modifications to land for acceptance or improvements seen in area adjustments made after a decade. This suggests an ongoing need to adapt practices and infrastructures to cater to evolving societal and environmental demands .

The document outlines that verbs like 'build,' 'erect,' and 'construct' describe activities related to creating structures. 'Build' refers to assembling parts to create something, particularly buildings, while 'erect' implies constructing something new, evidenced by examples like the church erected in 1998. These activities are central to urban development as they lead to structural growth and transformation, as seen in towns built 100 years ago .

The document identifies transformation processes like 'adjustment,' 'development,' 'change,' 'modification,' and 'transformation' as ways in which environments and structures evolve. These processes reflect societal changes as they involve improvements and adaptions for better functionality and acceptance, such as land adjustments after ten years or complete transformations in work practices, showcasing evolution in urban landscapes and lifestyles .

Verbs such as 'cut down,' 'devastate,' and 'demolish' inform our understanding by highlighting the active reduction or clearing of resources, such as cutting down trees after a decade or demolishing buildings. These actions suggest deliberate management, albeit sometimes destructive, implying challenges and responsibilities in sustainably managing resources amidst urbanization .

The document suggests expansion through verbs like 'broaden,' 'widen,' 'extend,' and 'enlarge.' These terms imply making existing structures or areas larger or more comprehensive. For example, a garden is planned to be widened, and there are plans to enlarge a shopping area, signifying that expansion involves physical growth and development of space .

Terms like 'cut down,' 'devastate,' 'demolish,' 'disappear,' and 'denuded' articulate the reduction or destruction of natural landscapes. 'Cut down' refers to making trees fall by severing them at the base, and 'denuded' involves stripping away layers, exposing the underlying land. These actions suggest significant environmental changes by indicating both intent and irreversible damage, such as forests disappearing after 20 years, pointing to issues like deforestation .

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