VOA慢速英语:The Ups and Downs of Living Longer

1. expect vt. 期望
例句：What do you expect them to do?
你期望他们做什么？

2. appear vi.出现，显现
例句：You appear very well this morning.
今天上午你显得很精神。

3. malnutrition n.营养不良
例句：Children suffering from malnutrition will probably not be tall.
营养失调的小孩可能长不高。

4. estimate vt.估计，估算
例句：What is your estimate ofour chances for survival, doctor?
你估计我们幸存的机会有多大，医生？

5. consequence n.结果，成果
例句：You'll have to answer for the consequence.
你必须对此后果负责。

6. abuse n.滥用；恶习
例句：Borrowing money is an abuse of friendship.
借钱是对友谊的滥用。