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What’s in a Name? Vocabulary Preview Do you know the origin of your last name? If so, where did it come from? Place from which something comes Three generations in my family have the first name “Thomas”—my grandfather, my father, and me. The grandfather, the father, and the son He had only a few minutes, so he gave us a brief explanation of his family history. Short Classic names like “John” and “Elizabeth” have always been popular. Always popular Some names are not gender specific; for example, both boys and girls can be named Leslie. Related to being male or female The scope of his research was only English-language first names, not all names. The range (that something deals with) When I hear the name “Jonathan Biggs” I see an image of a tall man with broad shoulders. Picture It doesn’t matter what country you’re in; the first thing people want to know when they meet you is your name. This is a universal. Something related to everywhere in the world Why don’t you name your baby after someone you admire, like your favorite artist? Like or respect That is not her parents’ last name. Keep in mind that she changed her name after she became famous. Remember Unit 2 English: A Global Language? Vocabulary preview Many people acknowledge the importance of knowing English. To accept or admit that something is true English is one of the official languages at the Olympics. Approved by someone in authority, especially the government She had a lot of contact with speakers of English in her job at the bank. Communication They decided a meeting might facilitate better communication at work. To make it easier for something to happen You can communicate with the office by e-mail, fax, or telephone. To express your thoughts and feelings so other people understand them Because she is a proficient writer, she handles all letters in our office. Able to do something with a high level of skill He became fluent in English after he lived in New York. Able to speak a language very well H