VOA慢速英语:在历史建筑上应该花多少钱？

undermine – v. to lessen the effectiveness or ability of someone or something

tourism – adj. of or relating to businesses and operations of vacations and places of interest

heritage – n. valued objects and qualities, such as historic buildings

bell – n. a musical instrument, usually made of metal

library – n. a building containing a collection of books and sometimes videos, for people to read or borrow

dozen – n. a group of 12

restoration – n. the act of returning something to its former place or condition

maintenance – n. the act or process of keeping something in good condition

austerity – n. economic conditions designed to reduce a budget deficit

cherish – v. to feel or show great love for (someone or something)