Why Is the U.S. FIGHTING China? Learn English with the Trade War!

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China Tariffs 🇨🇳
1. Steadfast: Being firm and not changing in your beliefs or decisions.
• : She was steadfast in her decision to study every evening.
• : The U.S. remained steadfast in its decision to increase tariffs on Chinese goods.
2. Tariffs: Taxes that a government adds to the price of goods coming from other countries.
• : The price of imported cars went up because the government added new tariffs.
• : In April 2025, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on Chinese products.
3. Imports: Products brought into one country from another to be sold.
• : The store sells imports like Italian pasta and French cheese.
• : China increased tariffs on U.S. imports in response to U.S. trade actions.
4. Fallout: The bad results or effects that follow an event.
• : The fallout from the argument was that they didn’t speak for weeks.
• : The fallout from the trade war led to higher prices for consumers.
5. Sounding the Alarm: Warning people about a danger or problem.
• : Doctors are sounding the alarm about the health risks of too much sugar.
• : Economists are sounding the alarm over the potential economic slowdown due to the trade war.
6. Self-Induced: Caused by oneself.
• : His illness was self-induced because he didn’t take care of his health.
• : Some believe the economic problems are self-induced due to poor trade decisions.
7. Nuclear Winter: A period of severe cold and darkness predicted to follow a nuclear war, used here as a metaphor for a very bad situation.
• : If we don’t address climate change, we could face an environmental nuclear winter.
• : Some fear that a full-blown trade war could lead to an economic nuclear winter.
8. Pause: To stop something for a short time.
• : Let’s pause the movie to get some popcorn.
• : The two countries agreed to a pause in the trade negotiations.
Paws
The feet of an animal like a dog, cat, or bear.
• My dog hurt one of his paws while running outside.
9. Adamant: Refusing to change your mind.
• : She was adamant that she would not change her plans.
• : The president was adamant about imposing new tariffs despite opposition.
10. Trade Deficit: When a country buys more from other countries than it sells to them.
• : If a family spends more than it earns, it’s similar to a trade deficit.
• : The U.S. has a large trade deficit with China, buying more than it sells.
11. Capitol Hill: A term used to refer to the U.S. Congress or the legislative branch of the U.S. government.
• : Laws are debated and made on Capitol Hill.
• : Discussions about the trade war are ongoing on Capitol Hill.
12. Instability: A situation where things are likely to change suddenly and unpredictably.
• : The political instability made people nervous about the future.
• : The trade war has caused economic instability in global markets.
13. Stand By: To support or remain loyal to someone.
• : Good friends stand by each other during tough times.
• : Some allies chose to stand by the U.S. in its trade policies.
14. Stand By: To wait and be ready for something.
• : Please stand by for further instructions.
• : Businesses are standing by to see the outcome of the trade talks.
15. Give Someone Latitude: To allow someone freedom to make their own decisions.
• : The teacher gave students latitude to choose their project topics.
• : The negotiators were given latitude to discuss various options.
16. Prolonged: Lasting for a long time.
• : The city experienced a prolonged heatwave this summer.
• : The prolonged trade war has affected many industries.


17. Hakeem Jeffries
: A Democratic leader in the U.S. House of Representatives.
• : My teacher said Hakeem Jeffries often speaks about fairness and justice.
• : Hakeem Jeffries said the trade war must protect American workers without hurting families.

18. Ted Cruz
: A Republican senator from Texas known for strong conservative views.
• : My uncle watches the news when Ted Cruz speaks about the economy.
• : Ted Cruz supports higher tariffs on China to protect U.S. companies.

19. Mike Johnson
: The current Speaker of the House, the leader of the U.S. House of Representatives.
• : Mike Johnson is like the boss of the House—he helps decide what gets voted on.
• : Speaker Mike Johnson said the U.S. must stay strong in the trade battle with China.