DEV 12 | Daily Life in Arctic Cold Regions

Today’s video will teach you five real English words used by native speakers.

5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

  1. Continental [00:18]

  2. Practical [00:23]

  3. Making my way [01:03]

  4. Sustain [02:41]

  5. Sputters [03:57]

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Definitions & Example Sentences

1. Continental

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a continent.

Example Sentences:

  • The continental climate in this region is known for hot summers and cold winters.

  • Europe is often referred to as a continental landmass.

  • The continental shelf around the island has rich oil reserves.

2. Practical

Definition: Concerned with real use or action rather than theory.

Example Sentences:

  • She has a very practical approach to problem solving.

  • This is a practical tool for everyday use.

  • The course focused on practical skills for the workplace.

3. Making my way

Definition: Moving toward a destination or goal, often gradually or with effort.

Example Sentences:

  • He is slowly making his way through college.

  • She was making her way home when it started raining.

  • After many setbacks, he kept making his way forward.

4. Sustain

Definition: To keep something going or maintain it over time.

Example Sentences:

  • The company must sustain its growth to survive.

  • It is hard to sustain motivation without clear goals.

  • The economy needs policies that sustain long term stability.

5. Sputters

Definition: Makes short, weak sounds while functioning poorly or inconsistently.

Example Sentences:

  • The engine sputters when it is low on fuel.

  • The fire sputtered before going out.

  • His speech sputtered as he lost confidence.

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