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Some say you can tell a lot about a person by the way they decorate their home. We often find pleasure in the things we ____ in our houses, be it ____ we bought on holiday, film ____ or paintings to ____ ____ walls. And when we head to others’ houses, we often see things we appreciate, but wouldn’t have in our own homes, because maybe they’re not quite ____ ____ ____ . The point is, the way we ____ our homes is very personal. And while many of us have plenty of stuff, there are always people who go that little bit further. So, when it comes to ____ and ____ , which one appeals to you more?
Minimalism was an art movement that started in the 1950s. Its basic principles are derived from a concept of ‘____ ____ ____ ’ – reducing things back to their most basic. Some people took that art style and used it as a way of living. Ideas of ____ open spaces with an organised and ____ structure may spring to mind. They are usually decorated in simple ____ colours, with many minimalists opting for ____ , often just black and white. For some, especially maximalists, it may seem ____ and a bit ____ to live without many things – even boring or depressing. However, living in this way is seen by many as more practical.
Maximalism is the opposite of minimalism and started in the 1970s. It embraces the ____ ideals that ‘more is more’. While minimalism centres around the principle of ____ , it’s easy to imagine that a maximalist home is ____ with items – but that’s not the base idea. It’s more about filling the space – making the most of the area. ____ ____ and ____ colours combined with mixed patterns is what you will see in a home like this. For a minimalist, used to more simplistic designs, it could be overwhelming. But for those who embrace it, those things give a space personality.
The way you have your home is up to you! But, if you opt for maximalism, you may need to prepare for a bit more dusting.
Minimalism vs maximalism
Some say you can tell a lot about a person by the way they decorate their home. We often find pleasure in the things we stick in our houses, be it trinkets we bought on holiday, film memorabilia or paintings to liven up walls. And when we head to others’ houses, we often see things we appreciate, but wouldn’t have in our own homes, because maybe they’re not quite to our taste. The point is, the way we decorate our homes is very personal. And while many of us have plenty of stuff, there are always people who go that little bit further. So, when it comes to minimalism and maximalism, which one appeals to you more?
Minimalism was an art movement that started in the 1950s. Its basic principles are derived from a concept of ‘less is more’ – reducing things back to their most basic. Some people took that art style and used it as a way of living. Ideas of vast open spaces with an organised and functional structure may spring to mind. They are usually decorated in simple pastel colours, with many minimalists opting for duotone, often just black and white. For some, especially maximalists, it may seem sparse and a bit bland to live without many things – even boring or depressing. However, living in this way is seen by many as more practical.
Maximalism is the opposite of minimalism and started in the 1970s. It embraces the core ideals that ‘more is more’. While minimalism centres around the principle of decluttering, it’s easy to imagine that a maximalist home is overflowing with items – but that’s not the base idea. It’s more about filling the space – making the most of the area. Structured excess and bold colours combined with mixed patterns is what you will see in a home like this. For a minimalist, used to more simplistic designs, it could be overwhelming. But for those who embrace it, those things give a space personality.
The way you have your home is up to you! But, if you opt for maximalism, you may need to prepare for a bit more dusting.
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1. stick /stɪk/
🔹 Definition (English): A thin piece of wood or another material, often used for support or decoration.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Cái gậy, que hoặc vật dài mỏng thường dùng để hỗ trợ hoặc trang trí.
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2. trinket /ˈtrɪŋ.kɪt/
🔹 Definition (English): A small decorative object of little value.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Đồ trang trí nhỏ, thường không có giá trị cao.
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3. memorabilia /ˌmem.ər.əˈbɪl.i.ə/
🔹 Definition (English): Objects collected because of their association with a particular person or event.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Các món đồ lưu niệm liên quan đến một người hoặc sự kiện đặc biệt.
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4. liven up /ˈlaɪ.vən ʌp/
🔹 Definition (English): To make something more interesting, exciting, or lively.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Làm cho cái gì đó trở nên sống động, thú vị hơn.
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5. to one’s taste /tu wʌnz teɪst/
🔹 Definition (English): Something that someone likes or prefers.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Phù hợp với sở thích của ai đó.
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6. decorate /ˈdek.ə.reɪt/
🔹 Definition (English): To make something look more attractive by adding ornaments or color.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Trang trí để làm cho cái gì đó đẹp hơn bằng cách thêm họa tiết hoặc màu sắc.
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7. minimalism /ˈmɪn.ɪ.məl.ɪ.zəm/
🔹 Definition (English): A design or lifestyle philosophy that focuses on simplicity and the removal of excess.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Chủ nghĩa tối giản, tập trung vào sự đơn giản và loại bỏ những thứ không cần thiết.
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8. maximalism /ˈmæk.sɪ.məl.ɪ.zəm/
🔹 Definition (English): A style that embraces bold colors, patterns, and excess decoration.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Chủ nghĩa tối đa, tập trung vào màu sắc rực rỡ, họa tiết phong phú và trang trí nhiều chi tiết.
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9. less is more /lɛs ɪz mɔːr/
🔹 Definition (English): A phrase meaning that simplicity and minimalism often lead to better results.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Cụm từ có nghĩa là sự đơn giản và tối giản thường mang lại hiệu quả tốt hơn.
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10. vast /væst/
🔹 Definition (English): Very large in size or amount.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Rất lớn về kích thước hoặc số lượng.
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11. functional /ˈfʌŋk.ʃən.əl/
🔹 Definition (English): Designed to be practical and useful rather than just attractive.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Thiết kế để hữu dụng và thực tế hơn là chỉ để đẹp.
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12. pastel /ˈpæs.təl/
🔹 Definition (English): Soft and light shades of colors.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Những tông màu nhạt, nhẹ nhàng.
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13. duotone /ˈduː.oʊ.toʊn/
🔹 Definition (English): A design that uses two contrasting colors.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Thiết kế sử dụng hai màu tương phản.
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14. sparse /spɑːrs/
🔹 Definition (English): Thinly scattered or distributed; not dense.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Thưa thớt, không dày đặc.
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15. bland /blænd/
🔹 Definition (English): Lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Nhạt nhẽo, thiếu điểm nhấn hoặc hương vị.
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16. core /kɔːr/
🔹 Definition (English): The central or most important part of something.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Phần trung tâm hoặc quan trọng nhất của một thứ gì đó.
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17. declutter /diːˈklʌt.ər/
🔹 Definition (English): To remove unnecessary items to create a tidy space.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Loại bỏ những thứ không cần thiết để tạo không gian gọn gàng.
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18. overflowing /ˌoʊ.vɚˈfloʊ.ɪŋ/
🔹 Definition (English): So full that it spills over the edge.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Đầy tràn đến mức chảy ra ngoài.
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19. structured /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚd/
🔹 Definition (English): Organized in a clear, systematic way.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Có tổ chức, có hệ thống.
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20. excess /ɪkˈses/
🔹 Definition (English): More than what is needed; surplus.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Quá mức, dư thừa.
Examples:
21. bold /boʊld/
🔹 Definition (English): Brave and confident; also means striking or strong in appearance.
🔹 Định nghĩa (Tiếng Việt): Dũng cảm và tự tin; cũng có nghĩa là nổi bật hoặc mạnh mẽ về mặt hình thức.
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