Today’s Fantastic Five!
1. Eloquent (adj.) /ˈeləkwənt/
雄辩的 (xióngbiàn de) / 流利的 (liúlì de)
What it means: This describes someone who speaks or writes in a clear, fluent, and persuasive way. It’s not just about using big words; it’s about expressing yourself so beautifully that people can’t help but listen.
Let’s see it in action:
Her eloquent speech about kindness moved everyone in the audience.
她关于善良的雄辩演讲感动了在场的每一个人。
2. Benevolent (adj.) /bəˈnevələnt/
仁慈的 (réncí de) / 慈善的 (císhàn de)
What it means: A truly warm-hearted word! A benevolent person is kind, well-meaning, and wants to do good for others. Think of a generous person who volunteers or a leader who genuinely cares about their team.
Let’s see it in action:
The benevolent stranger paid for our meals without telling us.
那位仁慈的陌生人为我们付了饭钱，却没有告诉我们。
3. Pragmatic (adj.) /præɡˈmætɪk/
务实的 (wùshí de) / 实用的 (shíyòng de)
What it means: This is all about being practical and dealing with things sensibly and realistically. A pragmatic person focuses on what works and what is achievable, rather than getting lost in dreams or theories.
Let’s see it in action:
Instead of dreaming about a perfect plan, she took a pragmatic approach and started with small steps.
她没有空想一个完美的计划，而是采取了务实的方法，从小事做起。
4. Nostalgia (n.) /nɒˈstældʒə/
怀旧之情 (huáijiù zhī qíng) / 乡愁 (xiāngchóu)
What it means: That warm, bittersweet feeling you get when you remember happy times from the past. It’s like finding an old photo album and smiling about all the wonderful memories.
Let’s see it in action:
Listening to that song fills me with nostalgia for my college days.
听那首歌让我充满了对大学时代的怀旧之情。
5. Diligent (adj.) /ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/
勤奋的 (qínfèn de) / 刻苦的 (kèkǔ de)
What it means: This word is for anyone who works hard and cares about doing things carefully and thoroughly. If you are diligent, you are persistent and pay attention to details—just like you are being with your English studies!
Let’s see it in action:
He is a diligent worker who always finishes his tasks on time.
他是一个勤奋的员工，总是按时完成任务。
✨ BONUS ROUND: The 5-Word Challenge! ✨
Okay, vocabulary champion! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find all five new words in this one paragraph. Ready? Go!
"Her eloquent thank-you letter showed a truly benevolent heart. She took a pragmatic view of the situation, but writing it brought a wave of nostalgia. It was clear she had been diligent in remembering every kind detail."
Translation:
她雄辩的感谢信显示了她真正仁慈的心。她对情况抱有务实的看法，但写这封信却带来了一阵怀旧之情。很明显，她非常勤奋地记住了每一个友好的细节。
You did it! Another five amazing words are now part of your growing English arsenal. You're becoming so eloquent! Keep being diligent—you're doing fantastically.
Which of these words is your favorite? Let me know! Until next time, keep shining!
Your enthusiastic tutor,
Emma 🌟
