If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watching a news report about Syria's future, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump English learners. đ OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join đ° Get 50% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent đ˝ď¸ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 đšđˇ đ¸đŞ đ¨đźâ𦱠Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 đĽ The Camera I Use for Outdoor Lessons: https://amzn.to/3Ca1xPJ đš The Other Camera I Use: https://amzn.to/3Ca1xPJ đ The Book I'm Currently Reading: https://amzn.to/3Atd0JU *As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn money if you click. Syriaâs Future Chris Murphy is a U.S. Senator from Connecticut. ISIS ⢠: A group called the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria. They are known for using violence and terrorism. ⢠: ISIS is a dangerous group that has hurt many people. ISIL ⢠: Another name for ISIS, meaning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. ⢠: Some people call ISIS âISILâ because the Levant is another name for the region they talk about. Play out ⢠: To happen or develop in a certain way. ⢠: Many nations are waiting to see how the situation will play out in Syria. Chemical weapons ⢠: Dangerous weapons that use chemicals to harm or kill people. ⢠: Using chemical weapons is against international law. Weapons of Mass Destruction ⢠: Very powerful weapons that can kill many people at once, like nuclear or chemical weapons. ⢠: The government is trying to stop the spread of weapons of mass destruction. The jury is still out ⢠: People do not know the final answer or decision yet. ⢠: The jury is still out on whether the plan will work. Extremist groups ⢠: Groups that believe in very extreme ideas and may use violence to support their beliefs. ⢠: Extremist groups can be dangerous to the safety of others. Take them at their word ⢠: To believe what someone says without questioning it. ⢠: The teacher took him at his word when he said he finished his homework. Inclusive ⢠: Making sure everyone is included and treated equally. ⢠: The school is very inclusive and welcomes students from all cultures. Arab ⢠: A person from Arab countries, like Egypt, Iraq, or Saudi Arabia. 200 million people. 20 Different countries ⢠: Many Arab countries are located in the Middle East. Self-governance ⢠: When a group or country makes its own rules and decisions. ⢠: The people fought for self-governance and independence. To have a voice ⢠: To be able to share opinions and be heard. ⢠: It is important for everyone to have a voice in the meeting. Leverage ⢠: Power or an advantage that helps someone get what they want. ⢠: He used his experience as leverage to get the job. Kurds ⢠: A group of people who live in parts of Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Iran. ⢠: The Kurds have their own culture and language. Lift the terrorist designation ⢠: To officially stop calling a group a terrorist organization. ⢠: The government decided to lift the terrorist designation from the group after peace talks. Al-Qaeda ⢠: A group known for using terrorism to fight against other countries. ⢠: Al-Qaeda is responsible for several attacks around the world. Speculative ⢠: Based on guesses, not facts. ⢠: The news about the agreement is speculative and not confirmed. Potential ⢠: Something that might happen in the future. ⢠: There is potential for peace if both sides agree to talk. Adversaries ⢠: Enemies or people who are against you. ⢠: The two countries are adversaries in the conflict.
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