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Language To Describe Process

The document outlines the language and structure for describing processes and diagrams, distinguishing between man-made and natural processes. It provides sequencing language and useful expressions for introductions, emphasizing the use of active forms and present tense. Additionally, it includes synonyms for common terms and examples to illustrate the points made.

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Language To Describe Process

The document outlines the language and structure for describing processes and diagrams, distinguishing between man-made and natural processes. It provides sequencing language and useful expressions for introductions, emphasizing the use of active forms and present tense. Additionally, it includes synonyms for common terms and examples to illustrate the points made.

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Language to describe Process/Diagram

1/ 2 types of Process:

Man-made process (IT process) Use Active/Passive Form


BOTH USE PRESENT TENSE
Natural Process Use Active Form

2/ Sequencing Language:

The first stage is when ... + Clause Next, / Then, / Afterwards, / Subsequently, /
The first step involves + V-ing After that, / Following that, / At the next stage of

Firstly / Initially + Clause the process, + Clause

Finally / The process ends when ... At the fourth stage of the process, ...

Example:

The third step is when the bricks are put in a cooling chamber.
The process ends when the bricks are packaged and ready to be delivered to customers.

3/ Synonyms: End = Finish ; At the same time = While = As = Simultaneously

4/ Useful expressions for Introduction:


- The diagram / process + illustrates / demonstrates / shows + the procedures / the various stages /
steps in producing + something.

- The diagram / process shows + how + something is / are manufactured / produced.

With example:

1/ A + shows / describes / illustrates + how + clause

E.g: The diagram below shows how salt is removed from sea water to make it drinkable.

2/ A + shows / describe / illustrates + noun

Note: Illustrate thường được dùng cho diagram để miêu tả 1 quá trình gì đó

E.g: The diagram illustrates the various stages in the desalination of seawater to make it suitable
for drinking.

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