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Unitatea 7 Lecția D

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once upon a time
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robotic
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wheelchair
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comfort
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essential
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science fiction
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to exist
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state of the art
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senior citizen
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to estimate
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to decrease
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workforce
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shortage
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golden years
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breakdown
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command
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facial expression
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promising
once upon a time
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/wˈʌns əpˌɑːn ɐ tˈaɪm/
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at a time in the past, often used to introduce a fairy tale or fictional story

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Once upon a time, a young prince lived in a faraway kingdom.
She began the bedtime story with, "Once upon a time, there was a brave knight."
What is "once upon a time"?

"Once upon a time" is a traditional phrase used at the beginning of a story, particularly fairy tales or folklore, to signal that the narrative is set in a time or place that is not specified and often magical or imaginary. This phrase sets the stage for storytelling by creating an atmosphere of timelessness and fantasy, inviting the audience into a world where extraordinary events can unfold.

robotic
adjectiv
r
r
o
b
b
o
ɑ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(roboticesc)

(roboticesc)

robotizat

relating to or characteristic of robots, typically displaying automated or mechanical behavior

wheelchair
wheelchair
substantiv
wh
hw
ee
i
l
l
ch
ʧ
ai
ɛ
r
r
(scaun cu rotile)

(scaun cu rotile)

fotoliu rulant

a chair with wheels that is designed particularly for the use of disabled persons

What is a "wheelchair"?

A wheelchair is a device used by people who have difficulty walking or moving around on their own, including a seat placed on wheels. Wheelchairs come in various types, including push wheelchairs that are pushed by the user or a caregiver, and electric wheelchairs that are powered by batteries and controlled using a handle or other methods. These devices provide essential movement and independence for individuals with disabilities or limited movement, allowing them to move around comfortably and participate in daily activities. Wheelchairs are designed with features such as adjustable seats, footrests, and brakes to ensure safety and comfort for the user.

comfort
comfort
substantiv
c
k
o
ə
m
m
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
t
t
(mângâiere)

(mângâiere)

confort

a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings

essential
essential
adjectiv
e
ɛ
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
ʃ
ia
ə
l
l
(indispensabil)

(indispensabil)

esențial

very necessary for a particular purpose or situation

science fiction
science fiction
substantiv
uk flag
/ˈsaɪəns ˈfɪkʃən/
(literatură științifico-fantastică)

(literatură științifico-fantastică)

ficțiune științifică

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

What is "science fiction"?

Science fiction is a genre of film, television, or literature that explores imaginative ideas based on science and future technology. It often includes elements such as advanced technology, space travel, time travel, or life from other planets. The stories are set in worlds different from our own, often involving creative scenarios and inventions that go beyond current scientific knowledge. The goal of science fiction is to entertain and provoke thought by presenting interesting and inventive ideas about the future or alternative realities.

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Substantiv Compozit
to exist
to exist
verb
e
ɪ
x
gz
i
ɪ
s
s
t
t
(a fi)

(a fi)

a exista

to have actual presence or reality, even if no one is thinking about it or noticing it

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Intranzitiv
state of the art
frază
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/stˈeɪt ʌvðɪ ˈɑːɹt/
N/A

N/A

the latest or most advanced level of technology, design, or knowledge in a particular field

senior citizen
senior citizen
substantiv
uk flag
/sˈiːnjɚ sˈɪɾɪzən/
(vârstnic)

(vârstnic)

persoană în vârstă

an old person, especially someone who is retired

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Substantiv Compozit
to estimate
to estimate
verb
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
i
ə
m
m
a
t
t
e
(a aprecia)

(a aprecia)

a estima

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

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Tranzitiv
to decrease
to decrease
verb
d
d
e
i
c
k
r
r
ea
i
s
s
e
(a diminua)

(a diminua)

a scădea

to become less in amount, size, or degree

increase

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workforce
workforce
substantiv
w
w
o
ɜ
r
r
k
k
f
f
o
ɔ
r
r
c
s
e
(personal)

(personal)

forță de muncă

all the individuals who work in a particular company, industry, country, etc.

shortage
substantiv
sh
ʃ
o
ɔ
r
r
t
t
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
(deficit)

(deficit)

lipsă

a lack of something needed, such as supplies, resources, or people

golden years
golden years
substantiv
uk flag
/ɡˈoʊldən jˈɪɹz/
(vârfuri aurii)

(vârfuri aurii)

ani de aur

Idiom

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

What is the origin of the idiom "golden years" and when to use it?

The phrase "golden years" was first used in Shakespeare's play "Henry V" in 1599, where it referred to the later years of someone's life. It is used to describe the later years of someone's life, typically from retirement age onwards.

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
breakdown
substantiv
b
b
r
r
ea
k
k
d
d
o
a
w
ʊ
n
n
(defecțiune)

(defecțiune)

degradare

a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

command
command
substantiv
c
k
o
ə
mm
m
a
æ
n
n
d
d
(ordine)

(ordine)

comandă

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

facial expression
substantiv
uk flag
/fˈeɪʃəl ɛkspɹˈɛʃən/
(întreagere facială)

(întreagere facială)

expresie facială

a way of communicating emotions or attitudes through movements and positions of the face, such as smiling, frowning, or raising eyebrows

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Substantiv Compozit
promising
adjectiv
p
p
r
r
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ə
s
s
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
N/A

N/A

indicating potential for success or positive outcomes

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