Words 1–4

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lend

give something to someone for a short time /lend/

Can you lend me your pen? I'll give it back after class.

borrow

take something from someone for a short time /ˈbɒrəʊ/

Can I borrow your charger? Mine is at home.

lose

not be able to find something; not win /luːz/

Don't lose your keys again!

loose

not tight /luːs/

These jeans are too loose — I need a belt.

Words 5–8

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remind

make someone remember something /rɪˈmaɪnd/

Can you remind me to call Grandma tonight?

effect

a result or change (noun) /ɪˈfekt/

The medicine had an immediate effect — I felt better at once.

affect

change or influence something (verb) /əˈfekt/

Lack of sleep can affect your concentration.

bored

feeling tired because nothing is interesting /bɔːd/

I was so bored on the long train journey.

Say each word after your teacher

rob

take money or things from a person or place (rob + person/place) /rɒb/

Two men tried to rob the bank.

sensitive

easily upset, or easily hurt by something /ˈsensətɪv/

My teeth are very sensitive to cold drinks.

Answer out loud — full sentences

What would you never lend to anyone? Why?

When did you last lose something important?

What makes you bored? What do you find boring?

Explain the difference between affect and effect with your own example.