5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

1. Hard-earned [00:24]

2. Keep to myself [01:02]

3. Semblance [01:22]

4. Skills development [01:53]

5. Analogies [02:46]

1. Hard-earned

Definition: Gained only after much effort.

Example Sentences:

1. She finally bought her car with her hard-earned money.

2. His hard-earned victory at the competition made his family extremely proud.

3. Saving hard-earned cash has always been a priority for me.

2. Keep to myself

Definition: To avoid social interactions and not share one’s thoughts or personal life with others.

Example Sentences:

1. I usually keep to myself at parties since I'm not much of a talker.

2. He decided to keep his opinions to himself during the meeting.

3. After the incident, she found it easier to keep to herself to avoid any drama.

3. Semblance

Definition: An outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different.

Example Sentences:

1. After the earthquake, the building had lost all semblance of structure.

2. They tried to maintain a semblance of normalcy despite the financial crisis.

3. Even in the worst of times, he kept a semblance of cheerfulness.

4. Skills development

Definition: The process of identifying skill gaps and learning new skills, especially to improve employment opportunities or work performance.

Example Sentences:

1. The company invests in skills development programs for its employees.

2. She took an online course for skills development in digital marketing.

3. Skills development is essential for anyone looking to advance their career.

5. Analogies

Definition: Comparisons between two things, typically on the basis of their structure and for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example Sentences:

1. The teacher explained the function of the heart by using analogies with a pump.

2. He often used analogies from nature to explain complex philosophical ideas.

3. Writing good analogies can be a powerful tool in persuasive writing.