[2021.01.26. Tue] 입이 트이는 영어 Motorcycling

[Brainstorming] biking, motorcycling, safety gear helmet, vest, gloves, knee pads, knee guards, back protectors, road conditions, watch for, drive defensively 

 

[Speaking]

It's been exactly one year since the first case of Covid-19 was discovered in Korea. Prevented measures against the virus have made travelling and socializing next to impossible. It has been tough on everyone.

 

Against this backdrop, motorcycling has emerged as a popluar new hobby. It's not hard to come across motorcycles from world-class brands on the streets of Korea these days. You can really feel how popular motorcycling has become.

 

On a motorcycle, you can go wherever you want as you get some fresh air. It's an activity you can enjoy on your own, so you don't have to sweat over being infected with Covid-19. But safety comes first. You should always wear protective gear like a helmet and gloves. You should also stay under the speed limit and follow traffic regulations at all times.

 

next to impossible=almost impossible

come across (우연히 ~하다)

sweat over sth ~에 대해서 걱정하다. 

be tough on sbd  (it has been tough on me/my family member)

 

[Pattern]

next to impossible

Covid-19 has made travelling and socializing next to impossible.

It was nex to impossible to get tickets.

Convincing is next to impossible.

 

get some fresh air

On a motocycle, you can go wherever as you 

I'd like to get some fresh air during lunch time.

We went to the beach to get some fresh air.

 

You should always wear protective gear like a helmet.

Make sure to wear protective gear at all times.

Wearing protective gear can prevent serious injuries. 

 

[Dialogue]

A: I am mulling over whether to buy a motorcycle.

B: Is that a big high risk?

A: I know someone who rides a motorcycle as a hobby. I really want to have a go myself.

B: Is that so?

A: I'll just have to make sure to wear all the proper protective gear.

B: Please do so. Safety comes first, when riding a bike.