http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/language/wordsinthenews/2011/04/110422_witn_jackson_jury_page.shtml
Jury: Law A body of persons sworn to judge and give a verdict on a given matter, especially a body of persons summoned by law and sworn to hear and hand down a verdict upon a case presented in court.
People who could become panel members in the trial of Michael Jackson's personal doctor are being asked unusual questions to find a fair group.
(swear, swore, sworn; To make a solemn declaration)
(summon:To request to appear)
(hand down
1. To bequeath to one's heirs.
2. To make and pronounce (an official decision, especially a court verdict).)
Fair: just, equitable, impartial, unprejudiced, unbiased, objective, dispassionate.
"Have you ever considered yourself a fan of Michael Jackson?" That's question number 97 on a 30-page list potential jurors have had to complete. The document also asks if they've ever owned the star's music or if they went to see the movie "This Is It", about preparations for his comeback tour.
potential jurors: people who may possibly become members of the panel in a legal case which decides on innocence or guilt
jueves, 21 de abril de 2011
lunes, 18 de abril de 2011
Bridges
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/general/expressenglish/2011/03/110331_ee_bridges_page.shtml
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence is very picturesque. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is big and cheerful.
picturesque suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture; "a picturesque village"
cheerful enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence is very picturesque. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is big and cheerful.
picturesque suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture; "a picturesque village"
cheerful enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
Food and drink
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specials/177_food/
London has the whole range – bargain eateries, takeaways, organic and vegetarian corners, and exclusive and expensive Michelin-starred restaurants.
bargain. negotiate the terms of an exchange
eateries. restaurantes
takeaway - prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises; "in England they call takeout food `takeaway'"
Michelin-starred The Michelin Guide reviews and rates top restaurants and world chefs with a ratings system of one to three stars with the highest rated being three star chefs and restaurants.
London has the whole range – bargain eateries, takeaways, organic and vegetarian corners, and exclusive and expensive Michelin-starred restaurants.
bargain. negotiate the terms of an exchange
eateries. restaurantes
takeaway - prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises; "in England they call takeout food `takeaway'"
Michelin-starred The Michelin Guide reviews and rates top restaurants and world chefs with a ratings system of one to three stars with the highest rated being three star chefs and restaurants.
Australia's plan to ban cigarette logos
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/language/wordsinthenews/2011/04/110408_witn_australia_cigarettes_page1.shtml
Australia has unveiled what it claims are the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world.
unveiled: revealed; especially by having a veil removed.
toughest: strong, determined, aggressive.
They would completely ban logos and branding on packets of cigarettes. Packets would also be plain olive green; the colour that smokers apparently find least attractive.
ban To prohibit, especially by official decree.
branding. A trademark or distinctive name identifying a product or a manufacturer.
plain. Free from obstructions; open; clear: in plain view.
The colour olive green is the latest weapon in the ongoing battle between the Australian government and big tobacco.
ongoing. Currently taking place.
Under aggressive new proposals, billed as the toughest in the world, every packet of cigarettes sold in Australia would be packaged in that colour after research showed that olive green was the most off-putting for smokers.
proposals: suggestions or plans
billed: An itemized list or statement of fees or charges
off-putting: repellent, or something which makes you want to avoid it
Australia has unveiled what it claims are the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world.
unveiled: revealed; especially by having a veil removed.
toughest: strong, determined, aggressive.
They would completely ban logos and branding on packets of cigarettes. Packets would also be plain olive green; the colour that smokers apparently find least attractive.
ban To prohibit, especially by official decree.
branding. A trademark or distinctive name identifying a product or a manufacturer.
plain. Free from obstructions; open; clear: in plain view.
The colour olive green is the latest weapon in the ongoing battle between the Australian government and big tobacco.
ongoing. Currently taking place.
Under aggressive new proposals, billed as the toughest in the world, every packet of cigarettes sold in Australia would be packaged in that colour after research showed that olive green was the most off-putting for smokers.
proposals: suggestions or plans
billed: An itemized list or statement of fees or charges
off-putting: repellent, or something which makes you want to avoid it
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