Discord Gives New Gifts to Paid Users

Introduction

Discord has a new program called Nitro Rewards. It gives special gifts to people who pay for Discord.

Main Body

Discord wants more people to keep their paid plans. Now, users can get Xbox Game Pass. This lets them play many games for ten hours a month. Users also get discounts on computer gear. They can buy things from Logitech G and SteelSeries for less money. Discord has 90 million users every day. It is not just for gamers now. Many different people use it. Discord wants to keep children safe. The company is making a new way to check the age of users.

Conclusion

Discord is adding new rewards and making the app safer for everyone.

Learning

⚡ The 'Money' Logic

In this text, we see three ways to talk about spending or saving money. This is perfect for A2 learners to describe shopping:

  • Pay for \rightarrow "people who pay for Discord" (Use this when you give money to get a service).

  • Get discounts \rightarrow "users also get discounts" (Use this when the price is lower than usual).

  • For less money \rightarrow "buy things... for less money" (A simple way to say something is cheap).


Quick Tip: Notice how "pay for" connects the person to the product. Example: I pay for my internet \rightarrow I pay for my coffee.

Vocabulary Learning

plan (n.)
A set of actions to achieve a goal.
Example:I have a study plan for tomorrow.
keep (v.)
To continue having or maintaining.
Example:Please keep the door closed.
discount (n.)
A reduction in price.
Example:The shop offers a 10% discount on shoes.
safe (adj.)
Protected from danger or harm.
Example:Make sure your wallet is safe.
check (v.)
To examine or look at something carefully.
Example:Check the time before leaving.
age (n.)
The number of years a person has lived.
Example:Her age is 30 years.
app (n.)
A software program for a phone or computer.
Example:I downloaded a new app for music.