Edison Chen’s apology in English

Foreword: I really didn’t expect that Edison Chen would make an apology statement in English. His apology letter of more than 500 words is accurate and authentic, and the vocabulary is relatively difficult. It contains more than 50 core vocabulary for the postgraduate entrance examination (IELTS). After being adapted, it can become a high-quality cloze or reading comprehension. Although this kid Edison is "wretched", the difficulty of his English vocabulary meets the requirements of the Postgraduate English Test (the most abnormal English test in China). If he takes the IELTS test, it is estimated that a score of 8 or above will not be a problem. Chen has decided to launch the Hong Kong entertainment industry. For such excellent English talents (leaving aside the YZ family for now), can Lao Yu consider poaching New Oriental? It is estimated that the sensational effect is no less than last year when Sister Lotus participated in the training of New Oriental New Concept Volume 2.

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Reason for recommendation: The simultaneous interpreter not only translates accurately and timely, but is also very involved and full of emotions. It feels like he has experienced YZ himself. Door.

Today I have come back to Hong Kong to stand before you and account for myself. I have never escaped from my responsibility. During the past few weeks, I have been with my mother and my family and my loved ones to show support and care and at the same time to have them support and care for me.

Core vocabulary analysis

account for 1) explain, explain; 2) account for …proportion

escape from, shirk responsibility

escape=es(ex=out) + cape(catch)

I admit that most of the photos being circulated on the Internet were taken by me. But these photos are very private and have not been shown to people and are never intended to be shown to anyone. These photos were stolen from me illegally and distributed without my consent.

Core vocabulary analysis

circulate = circul(circle circle) + ate v. circulation, circulation

intend to v. intend to go...

illegal = il(not) + legal (legal) + ly adv. illegally

Word combination: distribute, contribute, attribute, tribute

distribute = dis(away)+ tribute (give) = give away vt. distribute, spread

contribute = con(fully) + tribute vt. contribute; contribute [mnemonic] all are given

attribute to v. Attribute

tribute n. tribute, eulogy [mnemonic] gift to the king

Word group note: consent, dissent, resent, sentimental

consent = con (***same) + sent (=sense emotion) n. Agree, agree = agreement

dissent = dis(not) + sent n. Disagree [mnemonic] different emotions = disagreement

resent = re(against) + sent n. Hatred [mnemonic] opposite emotion = hatred

sentimental [homophone] three drawers of steamed buns, only eat three drawers of steamed buns when you are heartbroken , so it is---a. Sentimental

There is no doubt whoever obtained these

photos have them uploaded on the Internet with malicious and deliberate intent. This matter has deteriorated to the extent that society as a whole has been affected by this. In this regard, I am deeply saddened. I would like now to apologize to all the people for all the suffering that has been caused and the problems that have arisen from this. I would like to apologize to all the ladies and to all their families for any harm or hurt that they have been feeling. I am sorry. I would like to also apologize to my mother and my father for the pain and suffering I have caused them during the past few weeks. Most importantly, I would like to say sorry to all the people of Hong Kong. I give my apology sincerely to you all, unreservedly and with my heart.

Core vocabulary analysis

upload = up + load vt. Upload (pictures, files, etc.)

download = down + load vt. Download (pictures, files, etc.)

Word group: mal-=bad

malice = mal + ice (ice) n. Malice; law premeditation, deliberate [mnemonic] Putting a piece of ice on the road to make Edison Chen slip is a premeditated and malicious injury.

malicious= malice (malice) + ious (adjective) a.Malicious

mal-function n.Functional disorder

mal-nutrition n. Malnutrition

maltreat = mal + treat vt. mistreatment

Word combination: libra, deliberate, liberate, liberty, libertine, libido

Until Now, the statue of the ancient Greek goddess of justice (DICE), which symbolizes the spirit of law, still stands at the door of the British court. She holds the sacred scale Libra in her left hand, symbolizing balance and equality; she holds a sword in her right hand, symbolizing judgment and power; her eyes Being covered with cloth symbolizes absolute impartiality and selflessness.

deliberate = de(emphasis) + libera(=libra) + ate a. Thoughtful, deliberate [mnemonic] Weigh your thoughts on the scale, extended to thoughtful, thoughtful The result is of course intentional

liberate = liber (freedom=libera)+ ate vt. Liberation (let people be free)

What is the relationship between freedom and scales?

The main function of the scale is to make the weight on both sides equal and equal.

Doesn’t liberating all mankind mean making people equal? People's Liberation Army PLA: The duty of People's Liberation Army liberation is to liberate the whole of China and allow the Chinese people to be equal and free

liberty n. freedom

The word libertine is called "libertine", which originally means "special Free person" means "tiny free"

libido In Freud's works, he coined the word libido (Chinese translated as "libido") to express "sexual drive" "Libidinal") expresses this original uncontrolled power.

Word group note: deteriorate, interior, exterior, territory

deteriorate = de(down) + terior(land) +ate(verb) v. Deteriorate; corrupt (custom) ; To deteriorate (quality, etc.) [Mnemonic] People with corrupt character should be buried alive.

interior = in(into) + terior(land) a. internal, domestic

interior design interior design major

exterior = ex (out) + territory (land) a. External, foreign

territory = territory (=terior)+ ory (place) n. territory, territory

to the extent to...

in this regard = in this case

Word group note: The magical -en can turn adjectives and nouns into the verbs you want

sadden = sad + d + en vt. Make people sad

strengthen = strength (noun of strong) + en vt. Strengthen (strength)

Weaken = weak + en vt. weaken

lengthen = length (noun of long) + en vt. extend

shorten = short + en vt. shorten

tighten = tight + en vt. Tighten

loosen = loose + en vt. relax

There is also a super awesome word with en before and after it

enlighten= en + light + en vt .Enlightenment; illuminate (with thoughts)

intent n. intention, intention

unreservedly = un + reserved (reserved) + ly (adverb) adv. unreservedly< /p>

I know young people in Hong Kong look up to many figures in our society. And in this regard, I have failed. I failed as a role model. However, I wish this matter will teach everyone a lesson. To all the young people in our community, let this be a lesson for you all. This is not an example to be set for you.

Core vocabulary analysis

look up to look up to , respect = respect

look down upon/on despise, look down upon = despise

role model role model

During my time away, I have made an important decision. I will whole-heartedly fulfill all commitments that I have to date. But after that, I decided to step away from the Hong Kong entertainment industry. I have decided to do this to give myself an opportunity to heal myself and to search my soul. I will dedicate my time to charity and community work within the next few months

s. I will be away from Hong Kong entertainment industry indefinitely. There is no time frame.

Core vocabulary analysis

whole-heatedly wholeheartedly; single-mindedly wholeheartedly

fulfill one's commitment vt. fulfill the promise of...

entertainment industry entertainment industry

health =heal(recover health) +th(noun)

heal (v. cure, restore) is the reverse formation of health

dedicate to dedicate to...

charity = char(=care )+ ity (noun) n. Charity, charity [mnemonic] Caring for the poor is charity

I have been assisting the police since the first day the photos were published and I will continue to assist them. After this press con., I have obligation to help them with their investigation and hope that this case can end soon as everyone I think has the same wish.

Core vocabulary analysis

assist = as(to) + sist(stand) vt. (stand aside) assist

press con. = press conference press conference

press free. = press freedom freedom of speech

Press means "pressure", how could it become "news" or "speech"?

Because the original newspapers were printed with ink, the paper needed to be pressed tightly against the engraving plate to print the words. So press has an extended meaning: n. Publishing industry, printing industry. Publishing Isn’t the printing industry a place for releasing news and opinions?

obligation n.obligation

investigation n.investigation

I would like to use this opportunity to thank the police for their hard work on this case. Thank you. I believe everyone's priority now (and) my priority now is to stop the suffering and pain, for not letting this…we do not want to let this situation become more out of control . We need to protect all the innocents and all the young from matters like this. In this regard, I have convinced my lawyers to do everything possible within the law to protect all the innocents, victims of this case. I believe that a

press statement is being issued as we speak on what my lawyers have advised me to do.

Core vocabulary analysis

Word group notes: priority to, priority

pri = pre is a Latin prefix meaning before

[Written] prior to = [Spoken] before

Small translation: Before you leave, please finish this work.

Prior to your departure, please complete this task.

Small translation: prior warning/notice.

priority = prior + ity (noun) n. Priorities, priorities

Word combinations: victor, victory, victim

The V in victim symbolizes victory, and vict- means conquest

victory n.Victory

victor =vict + or (person) n.Victor, conqueror

victim = vict + im(I am) [mnemonic] I was conquered , of course it becomes n. victim, victim

innocent = in + no + cent (one penny) [Memory aid] There is not a penny in the pocket, so there is no theft, and he is innocent a. Innocent, naive

Contains uct = in + struct (construction) vt. teach, tell [mnemonic] to construct knowledge or information in the heart

Lastly, I would like to thank everyone for coming here today and listening to what I have to say. I would like to also apologize once again to all the ladies and their families, my family and to everyone in Hong Kong and everyone in our society. I am deeply saddened by this. And I apologize to everyone (who) has to go through this. I would like to also thank you for giving me this opportunity to say what I have wanted to say all along in my heart.

I hope, after today, I can have your forgiveness. With regard to this case, with everything, everything that has happened, I am deeply sorry. I hope you all accept my apology and give me a chance. Thank you.

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