VOA慢速英语:How Well Does Your Country Speak English?

proficiency – n. the state of being good at doing something

structurally – adv. relating to the way something is built or organized

gender gap – n. the difference in opportunities, status, attitudes, etc., between men and women

aversion – n. a strong feeling of not liking something

communicative approach – n. an approach to language teaching that emphasizes interaction as both the means and the ultimate goal of study.

colony – n. an area that is controlled by or belongs to a country and is usually far away from it

competent – adj. having the necessary ability or skills : able to do something well or well enough to meet a standard