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Jan 2025
15m 17s

724 : Topical English Vocabulary Lesson ...

TEACHER TIFFANI
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In today’s episode, you will learn a series of vocabulary words that are connected to a specific topic. This lesson will help you improve your ability to speak English fluently about a specific topic. It will also help you feel more confident in your English abilities.

5 Vocabulary Words

  1. Circular economy (Noun): An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources, often applied to fashion by recycling and repurposing materials.
    • Example Sentences:
      1. The circular economy encourages fashion brands to design clothes that can be easily recycled.
      2. By adopting circular economy principles, fashion companies can reduce waste and promote sustainability.
      3. Many sustainable fashion initiatives focus on creating a circular economy to prolong the life of garments.
  2. Fast fashion (Noun): A business model based on producing inexpensive, trendy clothing rapidly to meet consumer demand, often criticized for its environmental and ethical impact.
    • Example Sentences:
      1. Fast fashion is known for its low prices, but it comes at a high cost to the environment.
      2. Many sustainable fashion advocates oppose fast fashion due to its wasteful practices.
      3. Reducing the demand for fast fashion can help promote more sustainable and ethical alternatives.
  3. Slow fashion (Noun): An approach to fashion that emphasizes quality over quantity, promoting sustainability, ethical production, and the use of durable, long-lasting materials.
    • Example Sentences:
      1. Slow fashion encourages consumers to buy fewer, higher-quality pieces that last longer.
      2. Many designers are shifting towards slow fashion to create timeless styles that minimize waste.
      3. Supporting slow fashion helps reduce the environmental damage caused by mass-produced clothing.
  4. Sustainable (Adjective): Involving methods or materials that do not deplete natural resources, allowing for long-term environmental balance, often used in reference to eco-friendly fashion.
    • Example Sentences:
      1. Sustainable fashion focuses on using organic fabrics and minimizing water consumption during production.
      2. She only buys sustainable clothing made from materials like organic cotton and recycled polyester.
      3. Many consumers are choosing sustainable brands to reduce their impact on the environment.
  5. Organic (Adjective): Referring to materials, especially fabrics, grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, often used in sustainable fashion. 
    • Example Sentences:
      1. Organic cotton is a popular fabric choice in sustainable fashion because it’s grown without harmful chemicals.
      2. This brand uses organic fabrics to minimize environmental damage and promote healthy farming practices.
      3. Organic materials are not only better for the environment but also safer for the people wearing them.

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