آموزش زبان انگلیسی و آیلتس با آکادمی آیلتس فکاری
اگر مدتی خوندن زبان انگلیسی رو تجربه کرده باشید، حتما میدونید که مهم‌ترین و موثرترین تمرین برای ارتقای سطح زبان شما خوندن متنه. انتخاب متن‌های درست و مطابق با سطح زبان خودتون بسیار مهمه و حتما باید به این نکته دقت کنید که هنگام مطالعه و تمرین، تمام قسمت های متن رو درک کنید. شما میتونید خوندن حداقل یک متن رو در برنامه مطالعه روزانه خودتون قرار بدید و با این روش روز به روز یک قدم به نمره ایده‌آل آیلتس نزدیک بشید. مهدی فکاری، دانشجوی دکترای آموزش زبان انگلیسی این امکان رو برای شما فراهم کرده که بتونید هر روز یک متن رو با تمام لغت‌های جدیدش بخونید و تمرین کنید. حالا اگه موافق باشید بریم باهم متن رو بخونیم :
Beauty Is Only Skin-Deep
The aesthetic appreciation possessed intrinsically by human beings allows them to neglect the fact that beauty does not reside only on the outlook appearance of a person. It should be definitely kept in mind that outward beauty is the sheer manifestation of the inward one. We can never deny the fact that the beauty which resides on somebody’s face might enchant the observer’s susceptible eyes. It certainly makes your heart sink after coming across such a beauty, of course if you are jealous of it. On the contrary, inward beauty entrances the hearts. Heartfelt beauty remains for good, but as soon as one begins to get wrinkles on his/her face, the exemplary beauty fades away and the old saying which states,” out of sight, out of mind” comes in right here and the true meaning of beauty emerges. That is to say, if your beauty resides inside, it never gets out of mind. It remains in the memory of people.
By no means I am trying to urge the readers to change their minds about the concept of beauty. Beauty is undeniably welcomed by anyone who possesses a safe wisdom. But this outward beauty consciously or unconsciously causes disadvantages for people in some cases. The following lines will help us understand the fact more and lead us to have second thoughts on outward beauty.
Some people might develop an aristocratic manner due to their transient beauty. They might strut their stuff. They mistakenly consider themselves as blue-blooded ones. The contemptuous look on others does appear most often on their faces. For them, their beauty is the only distinctive feature that segregates them from their peers. This seemingly distinctive feature turns their gorgeous faces into a haughty one. They might even go further to reply to the others with haughty disdain since they start to think that they are a cat’s whiskers. On the opposite side of the fence, the people stand with beauteous hearts in whose veins flows the blood of kindness, honesty, generosity, and devotion towards their fellows. This is amazingly ineffable. This eternal beauty bedazzles the beholders. It is never lacerated since it is invincible against the elapse of time. The invincibility of this inward beauty contributes to the eternity of one’s name. It is certainly sufficient for a man to be remembered for good deeds.
Faces are usually forgotten but the deeds stick in people’s minds. You make a splash with your deeds rather than your look. Beauty soon grows familiar to the lover, fades in his eyes, and palls on him.
It must be unanimously confirmed that a villain’s ravishingly beautiful face is blotted by his villainous misdemeanor. The other way round is also true. A person possessing inward beauty appears ineffably lovely in the eyes of the public. Cleopatra may have not been beautiful but she was incredibly fascinating. She had intelligence, grace, wit, and ambition. These traits attracted both Julius Caesar and Mark Anthony. She was also loved by many of her people. She took an interest in her subjects and their welfare.
Something felt by the heart is never forgotten. Inward beauty captures the hearts but outward beauty captures the eyes. An ugly face is usually covered behind a person’s benevolent heart. A good mixer’s warm communication with others is actually highlighted to add a true beauty to his face. People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within. Beauty is how you feel inside and it reflects and shines in your eyes. It is not something physical.
The final word helps us realize the point to a full extent. If you want to enhance your physical attractiveness, become a valuable social partner. It can never be boosted through outward beauty. Look at what it did for Abraham Lincoln. During his lifetime, he was regarded as being too ugly that he once quipped, ‘If I were two-faced, do you think I would be wearing this one?” Yet, women’s physical features have become beloved, not because of their physical qualities per se, but because of what they stand for.” Handsome is as handsome does.” Do not forget the fact that there is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly.
ریدینگ آزمون آیلتس:
برای موفقیت در آزمون آیلتس و خصوصا موفقیت در قسمت ریدینگ مهارت‌ها و تکنیک‌های متفاوتی وجود داره که با استفاده از اونها شما میتونید نمره خودتون رو بالا ببرید. اما مهم‌ترین نکته قبل از استفاده از تکنیک‌ها، داشتن مهارت درک مطلبه. برای اینکه متون آزمون ِآیلتس رو بهتر درک کنید و برداشت درستی از منظور نویسنده داشته باشید، لازمه که به خوندن متون انگلیسی عادت کنید و با تمرین و تکرار سرعت خودتون رو هم بالا ببرید. حتما بعد از خوندن هر متن چند تا سوال درک مطلب هم حل کنید تا بتونید راحتترتوانایی خودتون رو بسنجید. حالا بریم با هم چند تا سوال درک مطلب رو از متن بالا جواب بدیم:
Comprehension Questions
1. What does the passage suggest is more important, inward beauty or outward beauty?
2. What is the difference between the effects of inward beauty and outward beauty?
3. How can outward beauty sometimes be a disadvantage for people?
4. What is the main difference between people with inward beauty and people with outward beauty?
5. What is the final word that the passage offers to help people enhance their physical attractiveness?
6. Who is given as an example of someone whose physical appearance did not impact his success?
اهمیت واژگان:
حتما بارها شنیدید که برگ برنده آزمون آیلتس داشتن دامنه لغت مناسب و کافیه. تمامی شرکت کنندگان آیلتس که نمره بالای ۷ گرفتند این نکته رو گوشزد میکنند که روزانه لغت‌های زیادی رو تکرار و تمرین می‌کردن. داشتن دامنه لغت مناسب در موضوعات مختلف شانس شما رو برای نزدیک شدن به نمره عالی آیلتس چند برابر میکنه. یاد گرفتن لغت‌های جدید در هر روز در واقع جعبه ابزار شما رو مجهزتر میکنه و شما میتونید در کانسپت‌های مختلف چندین لغت جدید و جذاب ارائه بدید. متنی که باهم خوندیم لغت‌های جالب زیادی داشت. بریم باهم این لغت‌ها رو یاد بگیریم:
Vocabularies
1. Aesthetic (adjective): concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
Example: She has an aesthetic sense that makes her paintings beautiful.
2. Intrinsically (adverb): in an essential or inherent way; naturally
Example: Some people are intrinsically good-natured.
3. Neglect (verb): fail to care for properly
Example: If you neglect your plants, they will eventually die.
4. Manifestation (noun): a clear or obvious display of something
Example: The recent increase in crime is a manifestation of social unrest.
5. Enchant (verb): fill with great delight or charm
Example: The melody of the song enchanted the audience.
6. Entrances (verb): captures the interest or attention of someone
Example: The beautiful scenery in the park entrances visitors.
7. Heartfelt (adjective): sincere; deeply felt
Example: Her heartfelt apology was accepted by the offended party.
8. Wrinkles (noun): a slight line or fold in something, especially fabric or the skin of the face
Example: As people age, they often develop wrinkles on their faces.
9. Exemplary (adjective): serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind
Example: The school’s exemplary performance in the national competition was recognized by the government.
10. Emerges (verb): become apparent or prominent
Example: The sun emerges from behind the clouds in the morning.
11. Undeniably (adverb): unquestionably; certainly
Example: The new policy undeniably affected the company’s revenue.
12. Consciously (adverb): with awareness or intention
Example: He consciously avoided eating junk food to maintain his health.
13. Unconsciously (adverb): without realizing or being aware of one’s actions
Example: She unconsciously taps her fingers when she is nervous.
14. Aristocratic (adjective): belonging to or characteristic of the aristocracy
Example: The aristocratic family lived in a grand mansion.
15. Transient (adjective): lasting only for a short time; impermanent
Example: The transient nature of fashion means that styles quickly go in and out of fashion.
16. Strut (verb): walk with a stiff, erect, and apparently arrogant or conceited gait
Example: The peacock strutted around the yard, showing off its feathers.
17. Blue-blooded (adjective): belonging to or descended from a noble or aristocratic family
Example: The blue-blooded family owned several castles in Europe.
18. Contemptuous (adjective): showing contempt; scornful
Example: The contemptuous look on her face showed that she did not approve of his behavior.
19. Distinctive (adjective): characteristic of one person or thing, and so serving to distinguish it from others
Example: The distinctive smell of fresh bread wafted from the bakery.
20. Segregates (verb): set apart from the rest or from each other; isolate or divide
Example: The school segregated the students based on their academic performance.
21. Haughty (adjective): arrogantly superior and disdainful
Example: She spoke in a haughty tone that made everyone feel inferior.
22. Disdain (noun): the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one’s consideration or respect; contempt
Example: She felt disdain for people who were dishonest.
اصطلاحات:
اگر اهل فیلم و موسیقی انگلیسی باشید حتما میدونید که در کنار لغات انگلیسی، اصطلاحات و idioms نقش خیلی مهمی دارند. ممکنه بارها با موقعیتی مواجه شده باشید که تمام کلمات یک جمله رو بدونید اما مفهوم اون جمله رو درک نکنید، چرا که اون جمله یک اصطلاحه و اگر قبلا اون رو نشنیده باشید به احتمال خیلی زیاد متوجه منظورش هم نخواهید شد. داوطلبین آزمون آیلتس باید در کنار خوندن لغات، حتما مطالعه اصطلاحات رو هم در برنامه خودشونن قرار بدن چراکه اخیرا در متونِ آیلتس بعضی اصطلاحات کلیدی قرار داده میشه و علاوه بر این، به کار بردن اصطلاحات انگلیسی در writing و speaking میتونه نمره شما رو به طور موثر بالا ببره. نکته مهم اینه که با کاربرد صحیح اصطلاحات به درستی آشنا باشید. متنی که با هم خوندیم چند اصطلاح جالب داشت که میتونید در ادامه این اصطلاحات رو همراه با یک مثال کوتاه یاد بگیرید:
Idioms
1. “Beauty is only skin-deep” : This means that a person’s true worth is not just in their appearance but also in their character.
Example: Don’t be fooled by her stunning looks, remember that beauty is only skin-deep.
2. “Out of sight, out of mind” : This idiom means that people tend to forget about things that are not visible or present.
Example: She was so popular in high school, but now that she’s moved away, it’s out of sight, out of mind.
3. “Strut one’s stuff” : This means to show off or display one’s abilities or attributes.
Example: He loves to strut his stuff on the dance floor, showing off his moves.
4. “A cat’s whiskers” : This idiom means to be excessively proud or arrogant about one’s abilities or accomplishments.
Example: She may have won the award, but she’s acting like she’s a cat’s whiskers.
5. “Ineffable beauty” : This means beauty that is indescribable or cannot be put into words.
Example: The view from the mountaintop was so breathtaking that it was an ineffable beauty.
6. “Make a splash” : This idiom means to make a big impression or impact.
Example: She made a splash at the party by arriving in a stunning dress and engaging everyone in conversation.
7. “Villainous misdemeanor” : This means bad or criminal behavior that harms others.
Example: His villainous misdemeanor landed him in jail for several years.
8. “Good mixer” : This idiom means a person who is sociable and good at making friends.
Example: He’s such a good mixer, he can talk to anyone and make them feel at ease.
9. “Stained glass windows” : This idiom means that people have hidden beauty that is revealed when light shines through them.
Example: She may seem shy and unremarkable, but when she sings, her true beauty shines through like a stained glass window.
10. “Handsome is as handsome does” : This idiom means that a person’s true attractiveness is based on their actions and behavior rather than their appearance.
Example: He may not be conventionally good-looking, but he’s so kind and thoughtful that he’s handsome in his own way.
