Vocabulary List

1. mindfulness (n) /ˈmaɪnd.fəl.nəs/: the practice of focusing your attention on the present moment in a calm and accepting way.
   Vietnamese: sự tỉnh thức
   Example: Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress.

2. pay attention to (v phrase) /peɪ əˈten.ʃən tu/: to concentrate on or focus on something.
   Vietnamese: chú ý đến
   Example: Please pay attention to the teacher during the lesson.

3. senses (n) /sensɪz/: the physical abilities of sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing.
   Vietnamese: các giác quan
   Example: Humans rely on their senses to explore the world.

4. taste (v) /teɪst/: to experience the flavor of something by eating or drinking it.
   Vietnamese: nếm
   Example: She tasted the soup to check if it was salty enough.

5. take a bite (v phrase) /teɪk ə baɪt/: to eat a small piece of something.
   Vietnamese: cắn một miếng
   Example: He took a bite of the apple and smiled.

6. delicious (adj) /dɪˈlɪʃ.əs/: having a very pleasant taste or smell.
   Vietnamese: ngon miệng
   Example: The cake was so delicious that everyone asked for seconds.

7. sweet (adj) /swiːt/: having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar.
   Vietnamese: ngọt
   Example: The honey was naturally sweet.

8. sour (adj) /saʊər/: having an acidic taste, like lemon or vinegar.
   Vietnamese: chua
   Example: The lemonade was a little too sour for my liking.

9. focus on (v phrase) /ˈfəʊ.kəs ɒn/: to give all your attention to something.
   Vietnamese: tập trung vào
   Example: It’s hard to focus on work when you’re tired.

10. flavor (n) /ˈfleɪ.vər/: the particular taste of a food or drink.
    Vietnamese: hương vị
    Example: The ice cream comes in a variety of flavors, including chocolate and vanilla.

11. touch (v) /tʌtʃ/: to feel something with your fingers or skin.
    Vietnamese: chạm
    Example: The surface was so hot that I couldn’t touch it.

12. item (n) /ˈaɪ.təm/: a single thing, especially one in a list or collection.
    Vietnamese: món đồ
    Example: Each item in the shop is handmade.

13. pebble (n) /ˈpeb.əl/: a small, smooth stone found near water.
    Vietnamese: sỏi
    Example: She collected colorful pebbles from the beach.

14. bumpy (adj) /ˈbʌm.pi/: having an uneven surface with raised parts.
    Vietnamese: gồ ghề
    Example: The road was bumpy, making the ride uncomfortable.

15. smooth (adj) /smuːð/: having an even and flat surface without bumps.
    Vietnamese: mịn màng, nhẵn
    Example: The table was polished until it was smooth.

16. hand (n) /hænd/: the part of the body at the end of the arm used for holding.
    Vietnamese: bàn tay
    Example: He held the book in his hand while reading.

17. listen (v) /ˈlɪs.ən/: to give attention to sound.
    Vietnamese: lắng nghe
    Example: She listened to the birds singing outside.

18. ear (n) /ɪər/: the part of the body used for hearing.
    Vietnamese: tai
    Example: She covered her ears when the noise got too loud.

19. loud (adj) /laʊd/: producing a lot of noise.
    Vietnamese: to / lớn (âm thanh)
    Example: The music was so loud that I couldn’t hear anything else.

20. quiet (adj) /ˈkwaɪ.ət/: making little or no noise.
    Vietnamese: yên tĩnh
    Example: The library was very quiet, perfect for studying.

21. far (adj/adv) /fɑːr/: at or to a great distance.
    Vietnamese: xa
    Example: They live far from the city.

22. near (adj/adv) /nɪər/: at or to a short distance away.
    Vietnamese: gần
    Example: Is there a grocery store near here?

23. imagine (v) /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪn/: to form a picture in your mind of what something might be like.
    Vietnamese: tưởng tượng
    Example: Try to imagine a world without technology.

24. sound (n) /saʊnd/: something that can be heard.
    Vietnamese: âm thanh
    Example: The sound of the waves was calming.

25. smell (v) /smel/: to sense something through the nose.
    Vietnamese: ngửi
    Example: He smelled the roses and smiled.

26. breathe in deeply (v phrase) /briːð ɪn ˈdiːp.li/: to take a large amount of air into your lungs.
    Vietnamese: hít sâu
    Example: She breathed in deeply before starting the speech.

27. nose (n) /nəʊz/: the part of the face used for smelling and breathing.
    Vietnamese: mũi
    Example: His nose turned red in the cold weather.

Vocabulary Review Tasks

Task 1: Completion Task

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word or phrase from the word bank. Use each word or phrase only once.

Word Bank: mindfulness, loud, bumpy, smooth, take a bite, delicious, hand, smell, taste, breathe in deeply

1. Practicing _______ can help you stay calm and focused during stressful situations.
2. The road was so _______ that the car ride felt uncomfortable.
3. Please _______ before starting the meditation exercise.
4. The soup was so _______ that everyone asked for a second serving.
5. The glass had a _______ surface after being cleaned and polished.
6. She used her _______ to pick up the pebble from the beach.
7. The chocolate cake was so tempting that I had to _______.
8. The flower had a pleasant _______ that reminded me of spring.
9. This candy is sweet and sour; would you like to _______ it?
10. The music was too _______ for the children to concentrate.

Task 2: Word Form Task

Complete the sentences using the correct form of the word in parentheses.

1. Practicing _______ (mindful) helps in reducing stress and anxiety.
2. The _______ (loud) of the music made it impossible to hear the speaker.
3. She enjoys _______ (breathe) in the fresh mountain air.
4. He was surprised by the _______ (smoothly) of the marble surface.
5. The _______ (delicious) of freshly baked bread filled his mouth.

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Match the words on the left with their closest synonyms on the right.

Task 4: Gap-Filling

Complete the paragraph using the words from the word bank. Use each word only once.

Word Bank: mindfulness, focus on, senses, pebble, listen, near, imagine, flavor, quiet, far

During the _______ exercise, the teacher asked the students to _______ their breathing and let go of distractions. She placed a small _______ in each student’s hand and encouraged them to explore its texture using their _______. The room was so _______ that the students could hear even the faintest rustle of leaves from a tree _______ the window. She then asked them to _______ a calm beach, with the waves crashing in the distance and the salty _______ of the ocean filling the air. For those sitting _______ the door, the noise from the hallway seemed too loud to ignore. However, those in the front could fully _______ to her soothing voice.

Task 5: Multiple-Choice Task

Choose the correct answer for each question.

1. What does "mindfulness" mean?
   a. Thinking about the future
   b. Forgetting about stress
   c. Ignoring your surroundings
   d. Being aware of the present moment

2. What does it mean to “breathe in deeply”?
   a. To take a long breath through your nose
   b. To hold your breath
   c. To stop breathing for a moment
   d. To exhale forcefully

3. Which of the following best describes "delicious"?
   a. Bland
   b. Sour
   c. Having a very pleasant taste
   d. Unappetizing

4. What is a synonym for “loud”?
   a. Noisy
   b. Quiet
   c. Calm
   d. Peaceful

5. What is the meaning of "pebble"?
   a. A large boulder
   b. A small smooth stone
   c. A sharp rock
   d. A wooden stick

Answer Keys

Task 1: Completion Task

1. mindfulness
2. bumpy
3. breathe in deeply
4. delicious
5. smooth
6. hand
7. take a bite
8. smell
9. taste
10. loud

Task 2: Word Form Task

1. mindfulness
2. loudness
3. breathing
4. smoothness
5. deliciousness

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Task 4: Gap-Filling (Paragraph Format)

During the mindfulness exercise, the teacher asked the students to focus on their breathing and let go of distractions. She placed a small pebble in each student’s hand and encouraged them to explore its texture using their senses. The room was so quiet that the students could hear even the faintest rustle of leaves from a tree near the window. She then asked them to imagine a calm beach, with the waves crashing in the distance and the salty flavor of the ocean filling the air. For those sitting far from the door, the noise from the hallway seemed too loud to ignore. However, those near the front could fully listen to her soothing voice.

Task 5: Multiple-Choice Task

1. d. Being aware of the present moment
2. a. To take a long breath through your nose
3. c. Having a very pleasant taste
4. a. Noisy
5. b. A small smooth stone