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  Vocabulary 1. Proficiency - noun - the ability to do something well or with expertise. 2. Impasse - noun - a situation where progress is blocked because the parties cannot agree. 3. Deadlock - noun - a situation where progress is blocked because neither side is willing to compromise or give ground. 4. Rapport - noun - a positive relationship based on mutual trust and understanding. 5. Concessions - noun - compromises or agreements made in order to reach a deal. 6. Flexibility - noun - the ability to adapt to changing circumstances or requirements. Comprehension Questions 1. What are some essential business English phrases for successful negotiations? 2. Why is cultural awareness important in international business negotiations? 3. How can the phrase "Let's explore some alternatives" be useful during negotiations? 4. Why is it important to prepare before entering into negotiations? 5. What are some key elements of effective negotiation beyond language proficiency? Articl...

The mystery of Stonehenge may finally have been solved by researchers who say it could be linked to  ancient  Egypt. Vocabulary   ancient                    /ˈān(t)SHənt/ adj.  b elonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence.                                My interest lies mostly in the ancient history of the world.   theory                     /ˈTHirē/ n.  an idea used to account for a situation or justify a course of action My theory would be that the place has been seriously mismanaged.   massive                  /ˈmasiv/ adj.  large and heavy or solid                                T...

  17th-century  painting  showing a Black woman with her White companion has been placed under a temporary export bar to reduce the risk of the artwork leaving the  United Kingdom . Vocabulary allegorical /ˌaləˈɡôrək(ə)l/  adj.   in or  relating  to a  story ,  play ,  picture , or other  work  in which t he  characters  and  events   represent   moral ,  religious , or  political   qualities  or  ideas : E x:   …  the composition is allegorical anonymous /əˈnänəməs/  adj. N ot identified by name; of unknown name: Ex: The anonymous painting is… impartial /imˈpärSH(ə)l/  adj. T reating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just: E x: … an independent body that offers impartial advice. rarity /ˈrerədē/ n. something rare, unusual, or uncommon: E x: This anonymous painting is a great rarity in British art. stern /stərn/  adj. (of a person or t...

Chinatown and Trafalgar Square in London are usually at the center of the UK’s Chinese New Year celebrations (Image: AFP/Getty Images) Vocabulary underway /ˌəndərˈwā/ adv. having started and in progress; being done or carried out. Chinese New Year got underway on Tuesday, February 1. usage /ˈyo͞osij,ˈyo͞ozij/ n. the action of using something or the fact of being used. Solar calendars are in popular and legal usage across much of the world. passage           /ˈpasij/ n. the act or process of moving through, under, over, or past something on the   way from one place to another. Solar calendars are based on the earth’s passage around the sun. seem /sēm/ v. give the impression or sensation of being something or having a particular  quality. …this might seem like a very foreign concept, most cultures around the world have used lunar calendars at some point in their history. vigor /ˈviɡər/ n. physical strength and good health. ...

Part 1. Vocabulary undeterred /ˌəndəˈtərd/ adj - persevering with something despite setbacks The student was undeterred by the disasters in his life that he continued his schooling. liberal /ˈlib(ə)rəl/ adj    - (in a political context) favoring policies that are socially progressive and promote social welfare   Liberal groups are supporting the new president of the country. conservative /kənˈsərvədiv/ adj - (in a political context) favoring free enterprise, private ownership, and socially traditional ideas. The country needs a conservative leader to help the economy. nuance /ˈn(y)o͞oˌäns/ n - a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound. There is a nuance found in the painting. polarization /ˌpōlərəˈzāSH(ə)n,ˌpōləˌrīˈzāSH(ə)n/ n - division into two sharply contrasting groups or sets o...

  Part 1. Vocabulary stereotypes         /ˈsterēəˌtīp/  n - a widely held but fixed image or idea of a particular type of person or thing. The stereotype of the woman is the caregiver and child-bearer.   enthusiasm /inˈTH(y)o͞ozēˌazəm,enˈTH(y)o͞ozēˌazəm/ n - intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. Her energy and enthusiasm for life are very inspiring.   fluctuate /ˈfləkCHəˌwāt/ v - rise and fall irregularly in number or amount. The trade with other countries tends to fluctuate from year to year.   implications /ˌimpləˈkāSH(ə)n/ n - a likely consequence of something. A victory had an important political implication to all the candidates.   assumption /əˈsəm(p)SH(ə)n/ n - a thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without pr...