Global Citizenship

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task

verb to offer to do something without being forced to do it

  • The organization is seeking volunteers to help with the upcoming charity event.
  • I decided to volunteer at the local animal shelter on weekends.
  • I'm gonna volunteer at the community center to earn some good karma.
  • His willingness to volunteer his time showed his true character.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

  • Many countries offer citizenship through investment programs, commonly known as golden passports.
  • Some wealthy individuals obtain golden passports by investing in certain countries.
  • Rich people sometimes buy golden passports to easily travel around the world.
  • In the world of finance, having a golden passport can open doors to exclusive opportunities.

adjective relating to or characteristic of both local and global contexts or issues

  • The company's glocal strategy involves adapting global products to suit local markets.
  • I love how this restaurant has a glocal menu, featuring both international and local dishes.
  • I'm all about that glocal vibe, where we mix global trends with local traditions.
  • Her perspective on life is truly glocal, blending influences from around the world with her own personal experiences.

noun a person of mixed-race, particularly of Japanese descent

adjective describing someone who is of mixed-race, particularly of Japanese descent

  • The term 'hafu' is often used in Japan to refer to someone who is biracial.
  • I have a friend who is hafu - her mom is Japanese and her dad is American.
  • Some people mistakenly use 'hafu' as a derogatory term, which is not okay.
  • Being hafu can sometimes come with its own unique set of challenges and experiences.