999 English words
The 1000 most common English words
The 1,000 most frequently used words in English, the core of everyday conversation, news and writing, each with its meaning, pronunciation and an example.
Words
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- adeterminerA1used before a singular noun when you mean any one, or one not mentioned beforeI saw a fox in the garden this morning.
- abilitynounB1the power or skill to do somethingShe has the ability to explain hard ideas simply.
- ableadjectiveA2having the skill, time or chance to do somethingWill you be able to come to the meeting tomorrow?
- aboutprepositionA1on the subject of; connected withWe talked about our plans for the summer.
- aboveprepositionA1in or to a higher position than somethingThere is a shelf above the desk.
- acceptverbA2to take or agree to something that is offeredShe accepted the job offer right away.
- accordingprepositionB1according to: as said or reported by someone or somethingAccording to the weather report, it will rain later.
- accountnounB1an arrangement with a bank to keep your money thereI opened a savings account last year.
- acrossprepositionA2from one side to the other side of somethingWe walked across the bridge.
- actverbA2to do something, especially to deal with a situationThe government must act quickly to stop the flooding.
- actionnounA2the process of doing something to achieve a goal or deal with a problemWe need to take action before it’s too late.
- activitynounA2something you do for fun or for a purposeThe camp offers activities like swimming and hiking.
- actuallyadverbA2used to say what is really true, often when it is surprisingThe test was actually easier than I expected.
- addverbA1to put something together with something elseAdd some salt to the soup.
- addressnounA1the details of where a person lives or where a building isPlease write your address on the form.
- administrationnounB2the work of organizing and running a business, school or other organizationShe works in hospital administration.
- admitverbB1to agree, often unwillingly, that something is true or that you did something wrongHe admitted that he had lied.
- adultnounA2a person or animal that is fully grownTickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children.
- affectverbB1to cause a change in someone or somethingLack of sleep can affect your memory.
- afterprepositionA1later than something; following in time or orderLet’s go for a walk after lunch.
- againadverbA1one more time; another timeCan you say that again, please?
- againstprepositionA2not agreeing with or supporting somethingMost people voted against the plan.
- agenounA1the number of years someone has lived or something has existedShe started piano at the age of six.
- agencynounB2a business that provides a service for other people or companiesWe booked the trip through a travel agency.
- agentnounB1a person whose job is to act or do business for someone elseHer agent found her a role in a new film.
- agoadverbA1before now; used to say how far back in the past something happenedI moved here three years ago.
- agreeverbA1to have the same opinion as someoneI agree with you about the movie.
- agreementnounB1an arrangement or promise between people, groups or countriesThe two companies signed an agreement.
- aheadadverbB1in front of someone or something, or forwardLook straight ahead and keep walking.
- airnounA1the gases around the earth that we breatheLet’s open the window and get some fresh air.
- alldeterminerA1the whole number or amount of somethingAll the students passed the test.
- allowverbA2to give someone permission to do somethingMy parents don’t allow me to stay out late.
- almostadverbA2very nearly but not completelyIt’s almost midnight.
- aloneadjectiveA2without other peopleShe lives alone in a small apartment.
- alongprepositionA2moving in a line on or beside a road, river or pathWe walked along the beach at sunset.
- alreadyadverbA2before now, or earlier than expectedI’ve already finished my homework.
- alsoadverbA1in addition; as wellShe speaks French and also some Spanish.
- althoughconjunctionB1used to introduce an idea that makes the main idea surprisingAlthough it was raining, we went for a walk.
- alwaysadverbA1at all times or every timeHe always drinks coffee in the morning.
- AmericanadjectiveA1from or connected with the United StatesMy favorite American food is barbecue.
- amongprepositionB1in the middle of or surrounded by a groupWe found a small house among the trees.
- amountnounB1how much there is of somethingA small amount of sugar is fine.
- analysisnounB2the careful study of something to understand it or explain itTheir analysis of the data showed a clear trend.
- andconjunctionA1used to join words or parts of a sentenceI bought bread and milk.
- animalnounA1a living creature that can move and feel, such as a dog or birdLions are wild animals.
- anotherdeterminerA1one more of the same kindWould you like another cup of tea?
- answernounA1something you say or write when someone asks a questionI don’t know the answer.
- anydeterminerA1some; used in questions and negative sentencesDo you have any brothers or sisters?
- anyonepronounA2any person; used in questions and negative sentencesDid anyone call while I was out?
- anythingpronounA1any thing; used in questions and negative sentencesI didn’t buy anything at the mall.
- appearverbB1to seemHe appears to be very tired.
- applyverbB1to ask formally for something, usually in writingI applied for a job at the bank.
- approachnounB2a way of dealing with somethingWe need a new approach to the problem.
- areanounA1a part of a place, town or countryThey live in a quiet area of the city.
- argueverbB1to speak angrily to someone because you disagreeMy brothers argue about everything.
- armnounA1one of the two long body parts between your shoulder and your handShe broke her arm skiing.
- aroundprepositionA1on every side of something, or in a circleWe sat around the fire.
- arriveverbA1to get to a place, especially at the end of a tripWe arrived at the hotel at midnight.
- artnounA1paintings, drawings and sculptures, or the activity of making themWe spent the afternoon at an art museum.
- articlenounA2a piece of writing in a newspaper, magazine or websiteI read an interesting article about sleep.
- artistnounA2a person who paints, draws or makes other artThe artist painted the mural in a week.
- asprepositionA2in the role or function ofShe works as a nurse.
- askverbA1to say or write a question to get informationCan I ask you a question?
- assumeverbB2to believe something is true without proofI assumed you knew about the meeting.
- atprepositionA1used to show an exact place or positionI’ll meet you at the station.
- attackverbB1to try to hurt someone or damage something using violenceThe dog attacked a man in the park.
- attentionnounA2careful thought, listening or lookingPlease pay attention to the instructions.
- attorneynounB2a lawyer, especially one who speaks for someone in courtYou should talk to an attorney before you sign.
- audiencenounA2the people watching or listening to a show, speech or filmThe audience clapped for five minutes.
- authornounA2a person who writes a book, article or reportWho is the author of this novel?
- authoritynounB2the power to give orders or make decisionsOnly the manager has the authority to approve refunds.
- availableadjectiveA2able to be used, bought or foundThe book is available online.
- avoidverbB1to stay away from someone or somethingI try to avoid driving at rush hour.
- awayadverbA1to or at a distance from a place or personGo away and leave me alone!
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- babynounA1a very young child or animalThe baby is sleeping.
- backadverbA1to the place or state you were in beforeI’ll be back in five minutes.
- badadjectiveA1not good or not pleasantWe had bad weather all week.
- bagnounA1a container made of cloth, paper, plastic or leather for carrying thingsPut the groceries in this bag.
- ballnounA1a round object that you throw, kick or hit in gamesThe kids kicked the ball around the yard.
- banknounA1a business that keeps and lends moneyI need to go to the bank to pay this check.
- barnounA2a place where people buy and drink alcoholWe met at a bar downtown.
- basenounB1the bottom part of somethingThe vase has a wide base.
- beverbA1used to describe or identify a person or thingMy sister is a doctor.
- beatverbB1to win against someone in a game or competitionWe beat them 3–1.
- beautifuladjectiveA1very attractive or pleasant to look at, hear or experienceWhat a beautiful view!
- becauseconjunctionA1for the reason thatI stayed home because I was sick.
- becomeverbA2to begin to be somethingShe wants to become a doctor.
- bednounA1a piece of furniture for sleeping onI usually go to bed at eleven.
- beforeprepositionA1earlier thanWash your hands before dinner.
- beginverbA1to start doing something or to start happeningThe movie begins at eight.
- behaviornounB1the way a person or animal actsThe teacher praised the children’s good behavior.
- behindprepositionA1at or toward the back of somethingThe garden is behind the house.
- believeverbA1to think that something is trueI believe she is telling the truth.
- benefitnounB1a good result or advantage that you get from somethingRegular exercise has many health benefits.
- bestadjectiveA1better than all othersThis is the best pizza in town.
- betteradjectiveA1of a higher standard or more suitable than something elseYour new phone is better than mine.
- betweenprepositionA1in the space that separates two things or peopleThe bank is between the pharmacy and the cafe.
- beyondprepositionB2on the far side of somethingThere’s a small village beyond the hills.
- bigadjectiveA1large in size or amountThey live in a big house.
- billnounA2a statement of how much you must pay for somethingDid you pay the electricity bill?
- billionnumberA2the number 1,000,000,000; a thousand millionThe project cost three billion dollars.
- bitnounA1a small piece or amount of somethingCan I have a bit of your cake?
- blackadjectiveA1having the darkest color, like the sky at nightHe was wearing a black jacket.
- bloodnounA2the red liquid that flows around your bodyThe nurse took a sample of my blood.
- blueadjectiveA1having the color of a clear skyShe has bright blue eyes.
- boardnounA2a flat piece of wood or other material used for a purposeThe teacher wrote the answer on the board.
- bodynounA1the whole physical form of a person or animalExercise keeps your body healthy.
- booknounA1a set of printed pages fixed together inside a coverI’m reading a great book about Japan.
- bornverbA1be born: to come out of your mother’s body at the start of lifeI was born in 1998.
- bothdeterminerA1the two people or things togetherBoth my parents are teachers.
- boxnounA1a container with flat sides and often a lidPut the books in a box.
- boynounA1a male child or young manTwo boys were playing soccer in the street.
- breakverbA1to make something separate into pieces or stop workingBe careful not to break the glass.
- bringverbA1to take someone or something with you to a placeCan you bring some drinks to the party?
- brothernounA1a boy or man with the same parents as youMy older brother lives in Denver.
- budgetnounB1the amount of money you have or plan to spendWe have a budget of $500 for the trip.
- buildverbA1to make a building or other structure by putting parts togetherThey built a new school in our town.
- buildingnounA1a structure with walls and a roof, such as a house or officeOur office is on the top floor of that building.
- businessnounA1the activity of buying, selling or making things for moneyShe works in the fashion business.
- butconjunctionA1used to add something different or surprisingIt’s small but very comfortable.
- buyverbA1to get something by paying money for itI bought a new laptop yesterday.
- byprepositionA1used to show who or what does somethingThis song was written by my brother.
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- callverbA1to phone someoneI’ll call you tonight.
- cameranounA1a device for taking photos or making videosMy phone has a great camera.
- campaignnounB1a planned set of activities to achieve a goal, such as winning an electionThe campaign raised money for clean water.
- canmodal verbA1to be able to do something, or to know how to do itCan you swim across the lake?
- cancernounB1a serious disease in which cells in the body grow in an uncontrolled waySmoking greatly raises the risk of lung cancer.
- candidatenounB1a person who is trying to be chosen for a job or elected to a positionThree candidates applied for the manager’s job.
- capitalnounA2the city where a country’s or state’s government is basedTokyo is the capital of Japan.
- carnounA1a road vehicle with an engine and four wheels that carries a small number of peopleWe drove to the beach in my dad’s car.
- cardnounA1a piece of stiff paper with a picture and message, sent for birthdays or holidaysShe sent me a birthday card from Spain.
- careverbA2to feel that something or someone is important to youI don’t care what other people think.
- careernounB1the series of jobs a person does over their working life, usually in one areaHe began his career as a teacher.
- carryverbA2to hold something and take it with you from one place to anotherCan you help me carry these bags?
- casenounA2a particular situation or example of somethingIn some cases, the medicine causes headaches.
- catchverbA2to take hold of something that is moving through the airHe caught the ball with one hand.
- causeverbB1to make something happen, usually something badThe storm caused a lot of damage.
- cellnounB1the smallest living part of a plant or animalRed blood cells carry oxygen around the body.
- centernounA1the middle point or part of somethingThere’s a fountain in the center of the square.
- centraladjectiveB1in or near the middle of a placeOur hotel was in central London.
- centurynounA2a period of one hundred yearsThe church was built in the 15th century.
- certainadjectiveA2completely sure about somethingI’m certain I locked the door.
- certainlyadverbA2without any doubtIt will certainly rain later today.
- chairnounA1a seat for one person, with a back and usually four legsPlease pull up a chair and join us.
- challengenounB1something new and difficult that tests your skill or strengthLearning a new language is a real challenge.
- chancenounA2the possibility that something will happenThere’s a good chance it will snow tonight.
- changeverbA1to become different, or make someone or something differentThe town has changed a lot since I was a child.
- characternounA2a person in a book, film or playThe main character is a young detective.
- chargeverbB1to ask for an amount of money for somethingThe hotel charges $20 a night for parking.
- checkverbA1to look at something to see if it is correct, safe or as it should beCheck your answers before you hand in the test.
- childnounA1a young person who is not yet an adultThe museum is free for children under 12.
- choicenounA2the act of choosing between two or more thingsYou have to make a choice between the two jobs.
- chooseverbA1to decide which one you want from a group of things or peopleIt took her ages to choose a dress.
- churchnounA1a building where Christians go to pray and worshipThere’s an old stone church in the village.
- citizennounB1a person who legally belongs to a country and has rights thereShe became a US citizen last year.
- citynounA1a large and important townNew York is the biggest city in the US.
- civiladjectiveB2connected with the people of a country, not the army or religionThey had a civil wedding at city hall.
- claimverbB1to say that something is true, although others may not believe itHe claims he saw a UFO last night.
- classnounA1a group of students who are taught together, or a lessonI have a math class at nine.
- clearadjectiveA2easy to understand, see or hearThe instructions were short and clear.
- clearlyadverbA2in a way that is easy to see, hear or understandPlease speak clearly into the microphone.
- closeverbA1to shut something, or to stop being openPlease close the window; it’s cold.
- coachnounA2a person who trains a sports team or helps someone improve a skillOur coach makes us run every morning.
- coldadjectiveA1having a low temperatureIt’s cold outside, so wear a jacket.
- collectionnounA2a group of similar things that someone has gathered, often as a hobbyHe has a huge collection of old coins.
- collegenounA1a place for study after high school, often meaning university in the USMy sister is in her second year of college.
- colornounA1red, blue, green and so on; the way something looks in lightWhat color is your new car?
- comeverbA1to move toward the speaker or the place being talked aboutCome here and look at this!
- commercialadjectiveB1connected with buying and selling things or making moneyThe film was a huge commercial success.
- commonadjectiveA2happening often or found in many placesSmith is a very common last name.
- communitynounB1the people who live in one areaThe new park is good for the whole community.
- companynounA1a business that makes or sells goods or servicesShe works for a software company.
- compareverbA2to look at two or more things to see how they are alike or differentCompare the prices before you buy.
- computernounA1an electronic machine that stores information and runs programsI spend all day working on a computer.
- concernnounB1a feeling of worry, or something that worries youSafety is our main concern.
- conditionnounB1the state that something or someone is inThe car is old but in good condition.
- conferencenounB1a large formal meeting where people discuss a subject, often over several daysShe spoke at a conference on climate change.
- CongressnounB2the group of elected people who make laws in the USCongress passed the new law last week.
- considerverbB1to think carefully about something before decidingWe’re considering moving to the coast.
- consumernounB1a person who buys goods or services for their own useConsumers are spending less on clothes.
- containverbA2to have something inside or as a partThis drink contains a lot of sugar.
- continueverbA2to keep doing something or keep happening without stoppingThe rain continued all afternoon.
- controlnounA2the power to decide what someone or something doesThe driver lost control of the car.
- costverbA1to have a particular priceHow much does this jacket cost?
- couldmodal verbA1used as the past of “can” to talk about abilityI could read when I was four.
- countrynounA1an area of land with its own governmentCanada is a very large country.
- couplenounA2two people who are married or in a romantic relationshipA young couple moved in next door.
- coursenounA1a set of lessons or classes on a subjectI’m taking a cooking course this summer.
- courtnounB1the place where a judge decides legal cases, or the judge and officials themselvesThe case will go to court in June.
- coververbA2to put something over something else to protect or hide itCover the bowl with a plate.
- createverbA2to make something new existThe new factory will create 500 jobs.
- crimenounA2an action that is against the lawStealing a car is a serious crime.
- culturaladjectiveB1connected with the customs, beliefs and arts of a group of peopleMoving abroad means facing many cultural differences.
- culturenounA2the way of life, customs and beliefs of a group of peopleI love learning about Japanese culture.
- cupnounA1a small container with a handle, used for drinking hot drinksWould you like a cup of coffee?
- currentadjectiveB1happening or existing nowWhat is your current address?
- customernounA2a person or business that buys things from a shop or companyThe store gives free coffee to its customers.
- cutverbA1to divide or make an opening in something with a knife or scissorsCut the cake into eight pieces.
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- darkadjectiveA1with little or no lightIt gets dark early in winter.
- datanounB1facts or information, especially numbers, used to study or decide somethingThe data shows that sales are rising.
- daughternounA1a person’s female childTheir daughter just started kindergarten.
- daynounA1a period of 24 hoursThere are seven days in a week.
- deadadjectiveA2no longer aliveWe found a dead bird in the garden.
- dealnounB1an agreement, especially in businessThe two companies signed a deal yesterday.
- deathnounA2the end of someone’s lifeHis death was a shock to everyone.
- debatenounB1a discussion in which people give different opinions on a subjectThere is a lot of debate about the new tax.
- decadenounB1a period of ten yearsPrices have doubled over the last decade.
- decideverbA2to choose something after thinking about itWe decided to stay home tonight.
- decisionnounA2a choice you make after thinking about itMoving abroad was a big decision.
- deepadjectiveA2going a long way down from the top or a long way inThe lake is very deep in the middle.
- defensenounB1the act of protecting someone or something from attackThe country spends a lot on defense.
- degreenounA2a unit for measuring temperature or anglesIt’s 30 degrees outside today.
- DemocratnounB2a member or supporter of the Democratic Party in the USBoth Democrats and Republicans supported the plan.
- democraticadjectiveB1based on a system where people choose their government by votingThe country held its first democratic election.
- describeverbA1to say or write what someone or something is likeCan you describe the man you saw?
- designnounA2the way something is planned and made, or a drawing that shows thisI love the design of their new phone.
- despiteprepositionB1without being stopped by something; even though something is trueDespite the rain, we enjoyed the trip.
- detailnounA2a small fact or piece of information about somethingPlease send me the details of the trip.
- determineverbB2to find out the facts about somethingPolice are trying to determine the cause of the crash.
- developverbA2to grow or change into something bigger, stronger or more advancedThe town developed into a busy city.
- developmentnounB1the process of growing, changing or becoming more advancedSleep is important for a child’s development.
- dieverbA2to stop livingHer grandfather died last year.
- differencenounA1the way in which two things are not the sameWhat’s the difference between a frog and a toad?
- differentadjectiveA1not the same as another person or thingMy brother and I are very different.
- difficultadjectiveA1not easy; needing a lot of effort or skillThe math test was really difficult.
- dinnernounA1the main meal of the day, usually eaten in the eveningWhat are we having for dinner?
- directionnounA2the way someone or something is moving or facingWe walked in the direction of the river.
- directornounA2a person who manages a company or organizationShe is the sales director at a large firm.
- discoververbA2to find something for the first timeScientists discovered a new type of frog.
- discussverbA2to talk about something with other peopleWe need to discuss the budget.
- discussionnounA2a conversation about something, often a serious oneWe had a long discussion about our plans.
- diseasenounB1an illness of people, animals or plantsHeart disease is common in older people.
- doverbA1to perform an action or activityWhat are you doing this weekend?
- doctornounA1a person trained to treat sick or injured peopleYou should see a doctor about that cough.
- dognounA1an animal with four legs and a tail, often kept as a petI walk my dog every morning.
- doornounA1a flat moving part that opens and closes the entrance to a room, building or vehiclePlease shut the door behind you.
- downadverbA1toward or in a lower placePlease sit down.
- drawverbA1to make a picture with a pen or pencilMy son loves to draw animals.
- dreamnounA2pictures and events you see in your mind while you sleepI had a strange dream last night.
- driveverbA1to control a car or other vehicleCan you drive a truck?
- dropverbA2to let something fall, or to fallCareful, don’t drop that glass!
- drugnounB1a medicine used to treat an illnessThe new drug helps patients with asthma.
- duringprepositionA2all through a period of time, or at some point within itThe phone rang during dinner.
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- eachdeterminerA1every one of two or more people or things, seen separatelyEach student gets a free book.
- earlyadjectiveA1happening near the beginning of a period of timeWe left in the early morning.
- eastnounA1the direction where the sun risesThe wind is coming from the east.
- easyadjectiveA1not difficult; needing little effortThe first question was easy.
- eatverbA1to put food in your mouth, chew it and swallow itWe usually eat at seven.
- economicadjectiveB1connected with trade, industry and money in a countryThe country is going through an economic crisis.
- economynounB1the system of trade, industry and money in a country or regionTourism is important to the local economy.
- edgenounB1the outer line or end part of a surface, area or objectDon’t put your glass so close to the edge of the table.
- educationnounA2the process of teaching and learning, especially in schools and collegesEducation is free for children in many countries.
- effectnounB1a change or result that something causesThe new law had a big effect on small businesses.
- effortnounB1the physical or mental energy you use to do somethingLearning a language takes a lot of time and effort.
- eightnumberA1the number 8The store opens at eight in the morning.
- eitherdeterminerA2one or the other of two things or people, it does not matter whichYou can park on either side of the street.
- electionnounB1a time when people vote to choose someone for an official positionWho do you think will win the next election?
- elseadverbA2in addition to or different from the person, thing or place already mentionedIs there anything else you need?
- employeenounB1a person who is paid to work for a company or another personThe company has more than 500 employees.
- endnounA1the last part of a period of time, event, story or objectWe’re moving at the end of the month.
- energynounA2the strength and ability to be active without getting tiredKids seem to have endless energy.
- enjoyverbA1to get pleasure from doing or experiencing somethingI really enjoy cooking for my friends.
- enoughdeterminerA1as much or as many as you needDo we have enough chairs for everyone?
- enterverbA2to come or go into a placePlease knock before you enter the room.
- entireadjectiveB1whole or complete, with nothing left outI spent the entire weekend cleaning the house.
- environmentnounB1the natural world of land, air, water, plants and animalsPlastic waste is harming the environment.
- environmentaladjectiveB2connected with the natural world and how people affect itAir pollution is a serious environmental problem.
- especiallyadverbA2more than usual or more than others; in particularI love fruit, especially mangoes.
- establishverbB2to start a company, organization or system that will last a long timeThe school was established in 1890.
- evenadverbA2used to show that something is surprising or more than expectedEven my grandmother uses social media now.
- eveningnounA1the part of the day between the afternoon and nightWe usually go for a walk in the evening.
- eventnounA2something that happens, especially something important or unusualThe fall of the Berlin Wall was a major historical event.
- everadverbA2at any time, used mostly in questions and negative sentencesHave you ever been to Japan?
- everydeterminerA1all the people or things in a group, considered one by oneEvery student needs a notebook.
- everybodypronounA1every person; all peopleEverybody in my class likes the new teacher.
- everyonepronounA1every person; all the people in a groupThanks, everyone, for coming tonight.
- everythingpronounA1all things, or all the things in a situationEverything in this store is on sale.
- evidencenounB1facts, signs or objects that show something is trueThere is strong evidence that exercise improves mood.
- exactlyadverbA2completely correct, with no difference at allThe train left at exactly 9:15.
- examplenounA1one thing that shows what a group or idea is likeCan you give me an example of a healthy breakfast?
- executivenounB2a person with an important job managing a company or organizationShe is a senior executive at a tech company.
- existverbB1to be real or present in the worldDo you think life exists on other planets?
- expectverbA2to think that something will probably happenWe expect the package to arrive on Monday.
- experiencenounA2knowledge or skill you get from doing something for a long timeDo you have any experience working with children?
- expertnounB1a person with special knowledge or skill in a subjectWe asked a computer expert to fix the problem.
- explainverbA2to make something clear or easy to understand by giving detailsCan you explain how this machine works?
- eyenounA1one of the two body parts in your face that you see withShe has beautiful green eyes.
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- facenounA1the front of your head, where your eyes, nose and mouth areShe had a big smile on her face.
- factnounA2something that is known to be trueIt’s a fact that water boils at 100°C.
- factornounB2one of the things that cause or influence a resultPrice is an important factor when choosing a phone.
- failverbA2to not succeed in doing somethingTheir first business failed after a year.
- fallverbA1to drop down to the ground by accident or from a higher placeBe careful you don’t fall on the ice.
- familynounA1a group of people who are related, especially parents and their childrenI spend every Sunday with my family.
- faradverbA1at or to a great distanceHow far is the airport from here?
- fastadjectiveA1moving or happening quicklyHe’s the fastest runner on the team.
- fathernounA1a male parentMy father taught me how to ride a bike.
- fearnounB1the bad feeling you have when you think something dangerous may happenShe has a fear of flying.
- federaladjectiveB2connected with the national government of a country made of states, rather than a single stateFederal law applies in every state.
- feelverbA1to experience an emotion or a physical stateI feel tired after that long walk.
- feelingnounA2an emotion, like happiness or angerIt’s hard to describe my feelings right now.
- fewdeterminerA1a small number of; someI’ll be back in a few minutes.
- fieldnounA2an area of land used for growing crops or keeping animalsCows were eating grass in the field.
- fightverbA2to use physical force against someone, or to take part in a warTwo boys were fighting in the playground.
- figurenounB1a number, especially an official oneSales figures for this year look good.
- fillverbA2to make something full, or to become fullCan you fill this bottle with water?
- filmnounA1a story shown with moving pictures, usually in a theater or on TVHave you seen any good films lately?
- finaladjectiveA2coming at the end; lastThis is the final episode of the series.
- finallyadverbA2after a long time or a lot of waitingAfter two hours, the bus finally arrived.
- financialadjectiveB1connected with money or the management of moneyMany students have financial problems.
- findverbA1to discover something you were looking for, or by chanceI can’t find my keys anywhere.
- fineadjectiveA1healthy, well or acceptable“How are you?” “I’m fine, thanks.”
- fingernounA1one of the five long parts at the end of your handShe wears a ring on her little finger.
- finishverbA1to complete something, or to come to an endHave you finished your homework yet?
- firenounA1the flames, heat and light made when something burnsThe fire destroyed three houses.
- firmnounB1a company or business, especially one that offers a serviceShe works for a law firm in Chicago.
- firstadjectiveA1coming before all others in time, order or importanceJanuary is the first month of the year.
- fishnounA1an animal that lives in water and breathes through gillsWe saw lots of colorful fish while snorkeling.
- fivenumberA1the number 5The meeting starts in five minutes.
- floornounA1the flat surface of a room that you walk onThe kids were sitting on the floor.
- flyverbA1to move through the air using wings or an aircraftWe’re flying to Mexico next week.
- focusverbB1to give all your attention to one thingI can’t focus on my work with all this noise.
- followverbA1to go behind someone or somethingFollow me, and I’ll show you the way.
- foodnounA1things that people and animals eatWe need to buy some food for the weekend.
- footnounA1the part of your body at the end of your leg that you stand onMy feet hurt after the long walk.
- forprepositionA1intended to be given to or used by someone or somethingI bought these flowers for you.
- forcenounB1physical strength or violenceThe police had to use force to open the door.
- foreignadjectiveA2from or connected with a country that is not your ownHow many foreign languages do you speak?
- forgetverbA1to not remember somethingI forgot her name as soon as she said it.
- formnounA2a type or kind of somethingWalking is a great form of exercise.
- formeradjectiveB1having been a particular thing in the past, but not nowThe former president gave a speech.
- forwardadverbA2toward the front or the direction you are facingTake one step forward, please.
- fournumberA1the number 4A square has four sides.
- freeadjectiveA1costing no moneyEntry to the museum is free on Sundays.
- friendnounA1a person you know well and like, who is not a family memberShe’s been my best friend since high school.
- fromprepositionA1used to show where someone or something starts or comes fromI’m from Brazil, but I live in Canada.
- frontnounA1the part of something that faces forward or is seen firstWrite your name on the front of the envelope.
- fulladjectiveA1holding as much or as many as possibleThe parking lot is full.
- fundnounB2an amount of money saved or collected for a purposeThe school set up a fund to repair the gym.
- futurenounA1the time that will come after nowNobody knows what the future will bring.
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- gamenounA1an activity or sport with rules that people play for fun or to winDo you want to play a board game?
- gardennounA1an area of land where flowers, fruit or vegetables are grownWe grow tomatoes in our garden.
- gasnounA2a substance like air that is not solid or liquidOxygen is a gas.
- generaladjectiveA2including or affecting most people or things; not detailedCan you give me a general idea of the plan?
- generationnounB1all the people born and living at about the same timeYounger generations use their phones for almost everything.
- getverbA1to receive, buy or obtain somethingI got a nice present for my birthday.
- girlnounA1a female childThere are ten girls and twelve boys in the class.
- giveverbA1to hand something to someone or let them have itCan you give me that pen, please?
- glassnounA1a hard clear material used for windows and bottlesThe table has a glass top.
- goverbA1to move or travel from one place to anotherWe’re going to the beach tomorrow.
- goalnounA2something you hope or plan to achieveMy goal is to run a marathon next year.
- goodadjectiveA1of high quality, pleasant or enjoyableThat was a really good movie.
- governmentnounA2the group of people who officially control a country or areaThe government plans to build more schools.
- greatadjectiveA1very good or enjoyableWe had a great time at the party.
- greenadjectiveA1having the color of grass or leavesShe was wearing a green dress.
- groundnounA2the surface of the earth that you stand onThe ground was wet after the rain.
- groupnounA1a number of people or things that are together or connectedA group of students waited outside.
- growverbA2to become bigger or taller over timeChildren grow so fast.
- growthnounB1an increase in size, amount or importanceThe city has seen rapid population growth.
- guessverbA2to give an answer without knowing for sureGuess how old my grandmother is.
- gunnounB1a weapon that shoots bulletsThe police officer was carrying a gun.
- guynounA2a man (informal)He seems like a really nice guy.
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- hairnounA1the soft threads that grow on your headShe has long, curly hair.
- halfnounA1one of two equal parts of somethingCut the apple in half.
- handnounA1the part of your body at the end of your arm with fingers and a thumbWash your hands before dinner.
- hangverbA2to attach something at the top so it is held above the groundHang your coat on the hook.
- happenverbA1to take place, especially without being plannedWhat happened at the meeting?
- happyadjectiveA1feeling pleased, glad or enjoying lifeThe kids were happy to see their grandparents.
- hardadjectiveA1difficult to do or understandThe test was harder than I expected.
- haveverbA1to own, hold or possess somethingThey have a big house near the lake.
- hepronounA1used to talk about a man, boy or male animal already mentionedWhere’s Tom? He’s in the kitchen.
- headnounA1the top part of your body, with your eyes, mouth and brainShe hit her head on the door.
- healthnounA2the condition of your body and mindSmoking is bad for your health.
- hearverbA1to notice sounds with your earsDid you hear that noise?
- heartnounA1the organ in your chest that pumps blood around your bodyExercise keeps your heart strong.
- heatnounA2the quality of being hot, or hot weatherI can’t sleep in this heat.
- heavyadjectiveA2weighing a lot and hard to lift or carryThis box is too heavy for me to lift alone.
- helpverbA1to make it easier for someone to do somethingCan you help me carry these bags?
- herpronounA1used for a woman or girl as the object of a verb or prepositionI called her last night.
- hereadverbA1in, at or to this placeCome here and look at this.
- herselfpronounA2used when the woman or girl doing an action is also affected by itShe hurt herself while playing tennis.
- highadjectiveA1a long way from the bottom to the top, or far above the groundThe wall is too high to climb.
- himpronounA1used for a man or boy as the object of a verb or prepositionI gave him the keys this morning.
- himselfpronounA2used when the man or boy doing an action is also affected by itHe taught himself to play the guitar.
- hisdeterminerA1belonging to or connected with a man or boy already mentionedTom forgot his umbrella again.
- historynounA2the study of events that happened in the pastShe is studying European history at college.
- hitverbA2to touch someone or something quickly and with forceThe ball hit the window and broke it.
- holdverbA2to have something in your hand or armsCan you hold my coffee for a second?
- homenounA1the place where you live, especially with your familyTheir home is near the river.
- hopeverbA2to want something to happen and think that it mightI hope you feel better soon.
- hospitalnounA1a building where sick or injured people get medical careShe spent three days in the hospital after the accident.
- hotadjectiveA1having a high temperatureIt’s too hot to walk outside today.
- hotelnounA1a building where people pay to sleep and eat when travelingWe stayed at a small hotel near the beach.
- hournounA1a period of sixty minutesThe flight takes about three hours.
- housenounA1a building where people live, usually one familyThey bought a house with a big garden.
- howadverbA1used to ask about the way something is done or happensHow do you make this cake?
- howeveradverbB1used to add a statement that contrasts with what was just saidThe plan is good. However, it will cost too much.
- hugeadjectiveA2extremely large in size, amount or degreeThey live in a huge house on the hill.
- humanadjectiveA2relating to people rather than animals or machinesThe accident was caused by human error.
- hundrednumberA1the number 100About a hundred people came to the party.
- husbandnounA1the man someone is married toHer husband works as a nurse.
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- IpronounA1used by the speaker or writer to talk about themselves as the subjectI live in Chicago.
- ideanounA1a thought or plan about what to doGoing to the beach was a great idea.
- identifyverbB1to recognize and name who or what someone or something isThe police identified the driver from the video.
- ifconjunctionA1used to say that something happens only when something else happensIf it rains, we’ll stay inside.
- imagenounB1a picture, photo or shape seen on a screen or in a mirrorThe camera takes sharp images even at night.
- imagineverbA2to form a picture or idea of something in your mindImagine you’re lying on a warm beach.
- impactnounB2a strong effect that something has on a person or situationSocial media has a big impact on young people.
- importantadjectiveA1having great value, effect or meaningIt’s important to drink enough water.
- improveverbA2to become better or make something betterMy English has improved a lot this year.
- inprepositionA1inside or within a place, container or areaThe keys are in my bag.
- includeverbA2to have something as one part of a wholeThe price includes breakfast.
- includingprepositionA2used to show that someone or something is part of a group or totalTen people came, including my parents.
- increaseverbA2to become larger in amount or number, or make something largerThe number of students has increased this year.
- indeedadverbB2used to confirm or strongly agree with somethingIt was indeed a difficult decision.
- indicateverbB2to show that something is true or existsThe results indicate that the drug works.
- individualadjectiveB1considered separately from others in a groupEach individual student gets a laptop.
- industrynounB1the making of goods in factoriesThe town grew quickly when industry arrived.
- informationnounA1facts or details about someone or somethingFor more information, visit our website.
- insideprepositionA1in or into a building, container or spaceThere was nothing inside the box.
- insteadadverbA2in place of someone or something elseWe didn’t take the bus; we walked instead.
- institutionnounB2a large, important organization such as a university, bank or hospitalShe works for a financial institution in New York.
- interestnounA2the feeling of wanting to know more about somethingHe has a strong interest in history.
- interestingadjectiveA1making you want to know more or pay attentionThat was a really interesting book.
- internationaladjectiveA2involving two or more countriesShe works for an international company.
- interviewnounA2a formal meeting where someone is asked questions, for example for a jobI have a job interview on Friday.
- intoprepositionA1moving to the inside of a place or containerShe walked into the kitchen.
- investmentnounB1putting money into something to make a profitBuying a house can be a good investment.
- involveverbB1to include something as a necessary partThe job involves a lot of travel.
- issuenounB1an important subject or problem that people discussClimate change is a global issue.
- itpronounA1used for a thing, animal or situation already mentionedI bought a new phone, and it works great.
- itemnounA2a single thing in a list, group or setThe store sells over 500 items.
- itsdeterminerA1belonging to or connected with a thing or animal already mentionedThe dog wagged its tail.
- itselfpronounB1used when a thing or animal doing an action is also affected by itThe cat was cleaning itself in the sun.
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- keepverbA2to continue to have something and not give it awayYou can keep the book; I don’t need it.
- keynounA1a small metal object used to open a lockI can’t find my car keys.
- kidnounA2a child or young person (informal)The kids are playing in the yard.
- killverbA2to cause a person, animal or plant to dieThe frost killed all the flowers.
- kindnounA1a type or sort of person or thingWhat kind of music do you like?
- kitchennounA1the room where food is cookedWe usually eat breakfast in the kitchen.
- knowverbA1to have information about something in your mindDo you know where the station is?
- knowledgenounB1the information and understanding you get from learning or experienceHe has a deep knowledge of local history.
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- landnounA2the solid part of the earth’s surface, not the seaAfter weeks at sea, the sailors finally saw land.
- languagenounA1a system of words used by the people of a country or groupShe speaks three languages.
- largeadjectiveA1big in size, number or amountThey live in a large apartment downtown.
- lastadjectiveA1coming after all othersDecember is the last month of the year.
- lateadjectiveA1arriving or happening after the expected timeSorry I’m late; the bus was slow.
- lateradverbA1at a time in the future or after the time you are talking aboutI’ll call you later.
- laughverbA1to make sounds with your voice because something is funnyEveryone laughed at his joke.
- lawnounA2an official rule made by a governmentThere is a law against smoking in restaurants.
- lawyernounA2a person whose job is to give legal advice and represent people in courtYou should talk to a lawyer before signing the contract.
- layverbB1to put someone or something down carefully in a flat positionShe laid the baby on the bed.
- leadverbA2to show the way by going in frontThe guide led us through the forest.
- leadernounA2a person who leads or controls a group, country or organizationWorld leaders met to discuss the crisis.
- learnverbA1to get knowledge or a skill by studying, practice or experienceI’m learning to drive.
- leastdeterminerA2the smallest amount of somethingWho did the least work on this project?
- leaveverbA1to go away from a place or personThe train leaves at 8:15.
- leftadjectiveA1on the side of the body that is toward the west when you face northHe writes with his left hand.
- legnounA1one of the long body parts that people and animals use to stand and walkHe broke his leg skiing.
- legaladjectiveB1allowed by the lawIs it legal to park here at night?
- lessdeterminerA2a smaller amount of somethingYou should eat less sugar.
- letverbA1to allow someone to do somethingMy parents let me stay up late on Fridays.
- letternounA1a written message sent to someone, usually by mailI got a letter from my grandmother.
- levelnounA2the amount, degree or standard of somethingHer level of English is very high.
- lieverbA2to be or put yourself in a flat positionI’m going to lie down for a few minutes.
- lifenounA1the time between someone’s birth and deathShe lived in the same town all her life.
- lightnounA1the brightness from the sun or a lamp that lets you seeTurn on the light, please.
- likeverbA1to enjoy something or think someone or something is niceI really like this song.
- likelyadjectiveB1probably going to happen or be trueIt’s likely to rain this afternoon.
- linenounA1a long, thin mark on a surfaceDraw a straight line across the page.
- listnounA1a set of names or things written one below anotherI made a shopping list before going out.
- listenverbA1to pay attention to sounds or to what someone saysI like to listen to music while I cook.
- littleadjectiveA1small in size or youngThey have a little house by the lake.
- liveverbA1to have your home in a particular placeWe live in a small apartment in Boston.
- localadjectiveA2relating to the area near you or a particular placeWe buy vegetables from a local farm.
- longadjectiveA1measuring a great distance from one end to the otherShe has long dark hair.
- lookverbA1to turn your eyes toward something so you can see itLook at that beautiful sunset!
- loseverbA2to be unable to find somethingI lost my keys again.
- lossnounB1the fact of no longer having somethingMany workers fear the loss of their jobs.
- lotpronounA1a large amount or number (in “a lot” or “lots”)We have a lot of homework tonight.
- loveverbA1to have very strong feelings of caring for someoneI love my family.
- lowadjectiveA2not high, or close to the groundThe plane was flying very low.
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- machinenounA2a piece of equipment with moving parts that uses power to do workPut the dirty towels in the washing machine.
- magazinenounA1a thin book with articles and photos, published regularlyI read a fashion magazine on the plane.
- mainadjectiveA2largest or most importantThe main reason I came was to see you.
- maintainverbB2to keep something at the same level or in the same stateIt’s hard to maintain a healthy weight.
- majoradjectiveB1very large or importantTraffic is a major problem in this city.
- majoritynounB1most of the people or things in a groupThe majority of students passed the exam.
- makeverbA1to create or produce somethingI made a cake for her birthday.
- mannounA1an adult male personA tall man was standing at the door.
- manageverbB1to succeed in doing something difficultWe managed to finish the project on time.
- managementnounB1the control and organization of a business or activityGood time management is important for students.
- managernounA2a person who is in charge of a business, department or teamI asked to speak to the store manager.
- manydeterminerA1a large number ofMany people work from home now.
- marketnounA1a place where people buy and sell goods, often outdoorsWe buy fresh fish at the market.
- marriagenounB1the legal relationship between two people who are husband and wife or partnersThey have a happy marriage.
- materialnounB1a substance used for making thingsWood is a common building material.
- matternounA2a subject or situation that you need to deal withThis is a serious matter.
- maymodal verbA2used to say that something is possible but not certainIt may rain later, so take an umbrella.
- maybeadverbA1used to show that something is possible but you are not sureMaybe we can meet next week instead.
- mepronounA1used by the speaker to refer to himself or herself as the object of a verb or prepositionCan you help me with this box?
- meanverbA2to have a particular meaning or to express a particular ideaWhat does this word mean?
- measureverbB1to find the exact size, amount or degree of somethingWe measured the room before buying a carpet.
- medianounB1television, radio, newspapers and the internet as ways of giving news and informationThe story got a lot of attention in the media.
- medicaladjectiveB1connected with medicine, illness and the treatment of injuriesHe needs medical help right away.
- meetverbA1to see and talk to someone for the first time or by arrangementNice to meet you, I’m Anna.
- meetingnounA2an event where people come together to discuss or decide thingsWe have a team meeting every Monday morning.
- membernounA2a person who belongs to a group, club or organizationShe is a member of the school chess club.
- memorynounB1the ability to remember thingsMy grandfather has an amazing memory for names.
- mentionverbB1to speak or write about something brieflyDid she mention when she would be back?
- messagenounA1a short piece of written or spoken information you send to someoneI sent you a message about dinner.
- methodnounB1a particular way of doing something, often a planned oneThis is a simple method for learning new words.
- middlenounA1the central part or point of somethingThere’s a big table in the middle of the room.
- mightmodal verbA2used to say that something is possible, often less likely than with “may”We might go to the beach if it’s sunny.
- militaryadjectiveB1connected with soldiers or the armed forcesHe did two years of military service.
- millionnumberA1the number 1,000,000The city has about two million people.
- mindnounA2the part of a person that thinks, feels and remembersI can’t get that song out of my mind.
- minutenounA1a period of sixty secondsThe bus will arrive in five minutes.
- missverbA2to feel sad because someone or something is not with youI really miss my family when I travel.
- missionnounB2an important job, often involving travel, that someone is sent to doThe astronauts returned safely from their mission.
- modelnounA2a small copy of something, such as a building or vehicleMy son built a model of a plane.
- modernadjectiveA2of the present time or the recent pastModern life is very busy for most people.
- momentnounA2a very short period of timeCould you wait a moment, please?
- moneynounA1coins, notes or digital amounts you use to buy thingsI don’t have enough money for a new car.
- monthnounA1one of the twelve periods that a year is divided intoWe’re moving house next month.
- moredeterminerA1a larger number or amount of somethingWe need more chairs for the guests.
- morningnounA1the early part of the day, from when the sun rises until noonI usually go running in the morning.
- mostdeterminerA2almost all of a group of people or thingsMost students passed the exam.
- mothernounA1a female parentMy mother taught me how to cook.
- mouthnounA1the opening in the face used for eating and speakingDon’t talk with your mouth full.
- moveverbA1to change position or put something in a different placeCan you move your bag so I can sit down?
- movementnounB1a change of position or placeThe camera picks up any movement in the garden.
- movienounA1a story shown as moving pictures on a screenWe watched a funny movie last night.
- MrnounA1a title used before a man’s family name or full nameMr Lee will be your teacher this year.
- MrsnounA1a title used before a married woman’s family name or full nameMrs Garcia lives next door.
- muchdeterminerA1a large amount of something, used with uncountable nounsWe don’t have much time left.
- musicnounA1sounds arranged in a pleasant way by singing or playing instrumentsI listen to music on the way to work.
- mustmodal verbA2used to say that something is necessary or very importantYou must wear a seat belt in the car.
- mydeterminerA1belonging to or connected with the speakerThis is my sister, Kate.
- myselfpronounA2used when the speaker is both the subject and object of a verbI cut myself while cooking.
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- namenounA1the word or words that a person, place or thing is calledWhat’s the name of this street?
- nationnounB1a country, especially when thinking of its people, culture and governmentThe president spoke to the nation on television.
- nationaladjectiveA2connected with a whole country rather than one part of itThe story was on the national news.
- naturaladjectiveA2existing in nature and not made by peopleThe country is rich in natural resources.
- naturenounA2plants, animals, weather and the physical world not made by peopleWe love walking in nature on weekends.
- nearprepositionA1a short distance from somethingIs there a bank near here?
- nearlyadverbA2almost, but not completelyIt’s nearly ten o’clock, we should go.
- necessaryadjectiveA2needed in order to do something or to get a resultIs it necessary to book a table?
- needverbA1to require something because it is important or necessaryI need a new pair of shoes.
- networknounB1a system of connected lines, roads, computers or peopleThe city has a good bus network.
- neveradverbA1not at any timeI’ve never been to Japan.
- newadjectiveA1recently made, bought or startedI love your new jacket.
- newsnounA1new information about recent eventsI have some good news for you!
- newspapernounA1printed or online pages of news and articles published regularlyMy dad reads the newspaper every morning.
- nextadjectiveA1coming straight after this one in time or orderThe next train leaves at 9:15.
- niceadjectiveA1pleasant, enjoyable or attractiveWe had a nice time at the beach.
- nightnounA1the time when it is dark, between evening and morningI couldn’t sleep last night.
- nointerjectionA1used to give a negative answer or refuse something“Are you hungry?” “No, thanks.”
- nonepronounA2not any or not one of a group of people or thingsNone of my friends could come to the party.
- norconjunctionB1used after “neither” to add another negative choiceNeither my brother nor I can swim.
- northnounA1the direction on your left when you face the rising sunThe wind is coming from the north.
- notadverbA1used to make a word, phrase or sentence negativeI’m not ready yet.
- notenounA2a short written message or record to help you rememberI left a note on the kitchen table.
- nothingpronounA1not anythingThere’s nothing to eat in the house.
- noticeverbA2to see or become aware of somethingDid you notice that she changed her hair?
- nowadverbA1at the present timeI’m busy now, can I call you later?
- numbernounA1a word or symbol such as 1, 2 or 3 that shows an amountPick a number between one and ten.
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- occurverbB1to happen, especially without being plannedThe accident occurred at about 8 p.m.
- ofprepositionA1belonging to or connected with someone or somethingThe roof of the house needs repairing.
- offadverbA1away from a place or positionHe jumped off the wall.
- offerverbA2to ask if someone would like something or would like you to do somethingHe offered me a cup of coffee.
- officenounA1a room or building where people work at desksI get to the office at nine.
- officernounB1a police officerThe officer asked to see my license.
- officialadjectiveB1approved by or connected with people in authorityEnglish is one of the official languages of Canada.
- oftenadverbA1many times or in many situationsWe often eat out on Fridays.
- ohinterjectionA1used to show surprise, interest, disappointment or understandingOh, I didn’t know you were here!
- oilnounA2a thick liquid from plants or animals used in cookingFry the onions in a little olive oil.
- okadjectiveA1acceptable, fine or not hurtAre you ok? You look pale.
- oldadjectiveA1having lived or existed for a long timeMy grandmother is very old but still active.
- onprepositionA1touching or supported by the top of a surfaceYour phone is on the table.
- onceadverbA2one time onlyI’ve only been to Paris once.
- onenumberA1the number 1I have one brother and two sisters.
- onlyadverbA1no more than, or nobody or nothing elseIt only takes ten minutes to walk there.
- ontoprepositionB1moving to a position on a surfaceThe cat jumped onto the table.
- openverbA1to move something so that it is no longer closedCould you open the window, please?
- operationnounB1the process of cutting into someone’s body to repair or remove somethingShe needs an operation on her knee.
- opportunitynounB1a time or situation when you can do something you wantThis job is a great opportunity to travel.
- optionnounB1something you can choose from a set of possibilitiesWe have two options: stay here or go home.
- orconjunctionA1used to join possibilities or choicesWould you like tea or coffee?
- orderverbA2to ask for food, drink or goods to be brought or sent to youWe ordered two pizzas for dinner.
- organizationnounB1a group such as a company, club or charity with a shared purposeShe works for an organization that helps refugees.
- otheradjectiveA1different from or additional to the one already mentionedDo you have this shirt in other colors?
- otherspronounA2different people or things from the ones already mentionedSome students walk to school, others take the bus.
- ourdeterminerA1belonging to or connected with the speaker and othersOur house is at the end of the street.
- outadverbA1away from the inside of a place or containerShe took a pen out of her bag.
- outsideadverbA1not in a building, or in the open airThe kids are playing outside.
- overprepositionA1above or across somethingA plane flew over the house.
- ownadjectiveA2belonging to a particular person and no one elseI finally have my own room.
- ownernounB1a person who owns somethingThe owner of the shop is very friendly.
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- pagenounA1one side of a sheet of paper in a book, magazine or documentPlease open your books to page 20.
- painnounA2the feeling you have when part of your body hurtsI have a sharp pain in my back.
- paintingnounA2a picture made with paintThere’s a beautiful painting above the fireplace.
- papernounA1thin material for writing, printing or wrapping thingsCan I borrow a piece of paper?
- parentnounA1a person’s mother or fatherMy parents live in a small town.
- partnounA1one of the pieces or sections that make up a wholeThe first part of the movie was boring.
- participantnounB2a person who takes part in an activity or eventAll participants will receive a certificate.
- particularadjectiveB1used to talk about one specific person or thingIs there a particular book you’re looking for?
- particularlyadverbB1more than usual or more than othersIt was particularly cold last night.
- partnernounA2the person you are married to or in a relationship withAre you bringing your partner to the party?
- partynounA1a social event where people meet to eat, drink, talk and have funWe’re having a party for her birthday.
- passverbA2to succeed in a test or examDid you pass your driving test?
- pastnounA2the time before nowIn the past, people wrote letters by hand.
- patientnounB1a person who is getting medical careThe doctor sees thirty patients a day.
- patternnounB1a regular way in which something happens or is doneDoctors noticed a pattern in his sleep problems.
- payverbA1to give money for something you buy or for work doneI paid twenty dollars for this shirt.
- peacenounB1a situation with no war or fightingBoth countries want lasting peace.
- peoplenounA1more than one person; men, women and childrenThere were a lot of people at the beach.
- perprepositionB1for eachThe tickets cost ten dollars per person.
- performverbB1to entertain people by acting, singing, dancing or playing musicThe band will perform at the festival.
- performancenounB1the act of performing a play, piece of music or showThe evening performance starts at eight.
- perhapsadverbA2used to say something is possible but not certainPerhaps she missed the bus.
- periodnounA2a length of timeThe store will be closed for a short period.
- personnounA1a man, woman or childShe’s the nicest person I know.
- personaladjectiveA2belonging to or affecting one particular person, not othersEveryone has a personal locker at the gym.
- phonenounA1a device you use to talk to people who are far away, or a mobile phoneMy phone is almost out of battery.
- physicaladjectiveB1connected with the body rather than the mindPhysical exercise helps you sleep better.
- pickverbA2to choose someone or something from a groupPick any card you like.
- picturenounA1a painting, drawing or photographCan you take a picture of us by the lake?
- piecenounA2a part that is cut, broken or separated from something biggerWould you like a piece of cake?
- placenounA1a particular area, building, town or positionThis is a great place for a picnic.
- plannounA1an idea or set of steps for doing something in the futureWhat are your plans for the weekend?
- plantnounA2a living thing that grows in soil and usually has leaves, stems and rootsI water my plants every Sunday.
- playverbA1to do things for fun, or to take part in a game or sportThe kids are playing in the yard.
- playernounA2a person who takes part in a game or sportEach team has eleven players on the field.
- PMadverbA1after midday; used after a time between 12 noon and midnightThe store closes at 9 PM.
- pointnounA2an idea or fact that someone says in a discussion, or the main meaning of itThat’s a good point, I hadn’t thought of that.
- policenounA2the official organization whose job is to keep order and stop crimeThe police are looking for the driver.
- policynounB1a set of plans or rules agreed by a government, company or groupThe company has a strict no-smoking policy.
- politicaladjectiveB1connected with government, power and public affairsThe country is going through a political crisis.
- politicsnounB1the activities and ideas connected with governing a country or areaShe wants a career in politics.
- pooradjectiveA1having very little moneyHe grew up in a poor family.
- popularadjectiveA2liked or enjoyed by many peopleThis café is very popular with students.
- populationnounB1the number of people who live in a particular placeThe city has a population of about two million.
- positionnounB1the place where someone or something is, or the way they are sitting or standingMark the position of each chair on the floor plan.
- positiveadjectiveB1hopeful and confident, or thinking about the good parts of a situationTry to stay positive during the job search.
- possibleadjectiveA2able to happen, exist or be doneIs it possible to change my flight?
- powernounA2control or influence over people and eventsThe president has the power to veto laws.
- practicenounA2doing something again and again to improve your skillSpeaking a language well takes a lot of practice.
- prepareverbA2to get ready, or to make something ready, for a future eventI need to prepare for my interview.
- presentnounA2something you give to someone, for example on their birthdayThanks for the birthday present!
- presidentnounA2the leader of a country that does not have a king or queenThe president gave a speech on TV last night.
- pressurenounB1a worried feeling caused by having too much to do or too many demandsStudents are under a lot of pressure during exams.
- prettyadverbA1fairly or quite, but not extremelyThe test was pretty easy.
- preventverbB1to stop something from happening or someone from doing somethingWashing your hands helps prevent illness.
- pricenounA1the amount of money you must pay to buy somethingGas prices went up again this month.
- privateadjectiveA2for one person or group only, not for everyoneThis is a private beach, so we can’t swim here.
- probablyadverbA2very likely; used when you are almost sure something is true or will happenIt will probably rain this afternoon.
- problemnounA1a situation or thing that causes difficulty and needs to be dealt withWe have a problem with the heating.
- processnounB1a series of actions or steps that lead to a resultApplying for a visa is a slow process.
- produceverbB1to make or grow something, especially in large amountsThe region produces most of the country’s wine.
- productnounA2something that is made or grown to be soldThe company launched three new products this year.
- productionnounB1the process of making or growing things, or the amount madeOil production fell by ten percent.
- professionaladjectiveB1connected with a job that needs special training or skillYou should get professional advice before investing.
- professornounA2a teacher at a college or university, especially one of high rankMy history professor gives long but interesting lectures.
- programnounA2a show on TV or radioWhat’s your favorite TV program?
- projectnounA2a planned piece of work with a particular goalWe’re working on a group project about climate change.
- propertynounB1things that someone ownsThe hotel is not responsible for guests’ personal property.
- protectverbB1to keep someone or something safe from harm or damageSunscreen protects your skin from the sun.
- proveverbB1to show that something is true using facts or evidenceCan you prove that you were at home?
- provideverbB1to give someone something they need or wantThe hotel provides free breakfast.
- publicadjectiveA2for everyone to use or know about, not privateThe library is open to the public.
- pullverbA2to move something toward you or along behind you using forcePull the door to open it.
- purposenounB1the reason why something is done, made or usedWhat is the purpose of your visit?
- pushverbA2to move something away from you using forcePush the button to start the machine.
- putverbA1to move something into a particular place or positionPut your keys on the table.
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- qualitynounB1how good or bad something isThe quality of the food has improved.
- questionnounA1a sentence or phrase that asks for informationCan I ask you a question?
- quicklyadverbA1fast, or after only a short timeShe quickly finished her homework.
- quiteadverbA2fairly, more than a little but not veryThe movie was quite long.
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- racenounA2a competition to see who is fastestShe won the 100-meter race.
- radionounA1a device for listening to programs that are broadcastTurn on the radio for the traffic news.
- raiseverbB1to lift or move something to a higher position or levelRaise your hand if you have a question.
- rangenounB1a number of different things of the same general typeThe store sells a wide range of shoes.
- ratenounB1how often or how fast something happens, often as a number or percentageThe unemployment rate fell last year.
- ratheradverbB1used in “would rather” to say what you preferI’d rather stay home tonight.
- reachverbB1to arrive at a place, level or pointWe reached the hotel after midnight.
- readverbA1to look at written words and understand themI read the news on my phone every morning.
- readyadjectiveA1prepared and able to do something or be usedAre you ready to leave?
- realadjectiveA1actually existing, not imaginedThe story is based on real events.
- realitynounB1the true situation, not what people imagine or hopeWe need to face reality and cut costs.
- realizeverbB1to understand or become aware of somethingI didn’t realize it was so late.
- reallyadverbA1very or very muchThis soup is really good.
- reasonnounA2a cause or explanation for somethingWhat was the reason for the delay?
- receiveverbA2to get something that someone gives or sends youDid you receive my email?
- recentadjectiveB1having happened or started only a short time agoRecent studies show that sleep affects memory.
- recentlyadverbA2not long agoI’ve recently started learning to cook.
- recognizeverbB1to know someone or something because you have seen or heard them beforeI didn’t recognize you with short hair!
- recordnounA2written information kept about something so it can be checked laterThe clinic keeps records of every visit.
- redadjectiveA1having the color of blood or a ripe tomatoShe wore a red dress to the party.
- reduceverbB1to make something smaller in size, amount or priceCycling to work reduces pollution.
- reflectverbB2to show or be a sign of somethingHis grades reflect how hard he worked.
- regionnounB1a large area of a country or the world, often without exact bordersThis region is famous for its cheese.
- relateverbB1to be connected with something, or to show a connectionThe questions relate to last week’s lesson.
- relationshipnounB1the way people or groups feel about and behave toward each otherShe has a good relationship with her boss.
- religiousadjectiveB1connected with religionThe town has many religious buildings.
- remainverbB1to stay in the same place or conditionPlease remain seated until the plane stops.
- rememberverbA1to keep or bring back information or an experience in your mindI remember my first day at school.
- removeverbB1to take something away from a placeRemove the cake from the oven after 30 minutes.
- reportnounA2a spoken or written description of an event or situationI have to finish the sales report by Friday.
- representverbB1to act or speak officially for a person or groupShe represented her country at the Olympics.
- RepublicannounB2a member or supporter of the Republican Party, one of the two main US political partiesTwo Republicans voted against the bill.
- requireverbB1to need somethingThis recipe requires three eggs.
- researchnounB1careful study of a subject to discover new factsShe is doing research on bird migration.
- resourcenounB1something useful, such as money, people or materials, that you can useThe school doesn’t have enough resources for new computers.
- respondverbB1to say or write something as an answerShe hasn’t responded to my message yet.
- responsenounB1an answer or replyI’m still waiting for a response from the bank.
- responsibilitynounB1a duty to take care of someone or something as part of your job or roleIt’s my responsibility to lock up the office.
- restnounA2the part or people that remainI’ll eat the rest of the pizza tomorrow.
- resultnounA2something that happens because of something elseThe flood was the result of heavy rain.
- returnverbA2to come or go back to a placeHe returned home after ten years abroad.
- revealverbB2to make something known that was secret or unknownThe survey revealed some surprising facts.
- richadjectiveA1having a lot of money or propertyHe became rich by selling his company.
- rightadjectiveA1correct or trueThat’s the right answer.
- riseverbB1to go up, or to increase in amount or levelPrices rose sharply last year.
- risknounB1the chance that something bad will happenSmoking increases the risk of heart disease.
- roadnounA1a hard surface for cars and other vehicles to travel onBe careful when you cross the road.
- rocknounA2the hard solid material that forms part of the earth, or a large piece of itWe sat on a rock by the river.
- rolenounB1the job or function someone or something has in a situationParents play a key role in a child’s education.
- roomnounA1a separate area inside a building with its own walls, floor and ceilingOur apartment has three rooms.
- rulenounA2an official instruction that says what is allowed or not allowedThe rules say no phones during the exam.
- runverbA1to move fast on your feetI run three miles every morning.
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- safeadjectiveA2not in danger, or not likely to cause harmIs it safe to swim here?
- sameadjectiveA1exactly the one, not a different oneWe went to the same school.
- saveverbA2to keep someone or something safe from danger or harmThe firefighter saved a child from the fire.
- sayverbA1to speak words, or to express a thought or opinionShe said she was tired.
- scenenounB1the place where something happens, especially something badPolice arrived at the scene of the accident.
- schoolnounA1a place where children go to learnMy kids walk to school.
- sciencenounA2the study of the natural and physical world through observation and experimentsScience was my favorite subject in school.
- scientistnounA2a person who studies or works in one of the sciencesScientists have found a new species of frog.
- scorenounA2the number of points each player or team has in a game, or a mark on a testThe final score was 3–1.
- seanounA1the large area of salt water that covers much of the earthWe swam in the sea every morning.
- seasonnounA1one of the four parts of the year: spring, summer, fall and winterFall is my favorite season.
- seatnounA1something you sit on, such as a chair, or a place where you can sitIs this seat taken?
- secondnumberA1coming after the first one in orderShe finished second in the race.
- sectionnounB1one of the parts that something is divided intoRead section two of the report.
- securitynounB1actions and people that protect a place or country from crime or attackSecurity at the airport was very tight.
- seeverbA1to notice people and things with your eyesCan you see the mountains from here?
- seekverbB2to try to find or get somethingMany people seek work in the city.
- seemverbA2to give the impression of being or doing somethingYou seem tired today.
- sellverbA1to give something to someone in exchange for moneyWe sold our old car last week.
- sendverbA1to make something go to a person or place, for example by mail or emailI sent you a message this morning.
- senioradjectiveB1having a higher rank or more experience in a jobShe is a senior manager at the bank.
- sensenounB1one of the natural abilities of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touchDogs have a very good sense of smell.
- seriesnounB1a number of similar things or events that come one after anotherThere was a series of accidents on the highway.
- seriousadjectiveA2bad or dangerous enough to make you worryHe was in a serious accident.
- serveverbA2to give food or drink to someone, especially in a restaurantBreakfast is served from 7 to 10.
- servicenounA2the help that staff give to customers in a store, hotel, or restaurantThe food was good, but the service was slow.
- setverbA2to put something in a place or positionShe set the plates on the table.
- sevennumberA1the number 7There are seven days in a week.
- severaldeterminerA2more than two but not very manyI’ve read that book several times.
- sexnounB1the biological state of being male or femaleThe form asks for your name, age, and sex.
- sexualadjectiveB2connected with the biological differences between males and femalesThe law bans sexual discrimination at work.
- shakeverbA2to move something quickly up and down or from side to sideShake the bottle before you open it.
- shareverbA2to have or use something together with other peopleI share an apartment with two friends.
- shepronounA1used for a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subjectMy sister lives in Boston. She is a nurse.
- shootverbB1to fire a gun or other weaponThe hunter shot at the deer but missed.
- shortadjectiveA1small in length, distance, or heightShe has short hair.
- shotnounB1the act of firing a gun, or the sound it makesWe heard two shots in the distance.
- shouldmodal verbA1used to give advice or say what is rightYou should drink more water.
- shouldernounA2the part of the body between the neck and the top of the armShe carried her bag on her shoulder.
- showverbA1to let someone see somethingCan you show me your photos?
- sidenounA2the left or right part of something or someoneThere’s a door on the left side of the house.
- signnounA2a board or notice with words or pictures giving informationThe sign said “No parking”.
- significantadjectiveB2large or important enough to have an effect or be noticedThere has been a significant increase in prices.
- similaradjectiveA2almost the same but not exactlyMy bag is similar to yours.
- simpleadjectiveA2easy to understand or doThe instructions are very simple.
- simplyadverbB1in a way that is easy to understandCan you explain it more simply?
- sinceprepositionA2from a time in the past until nowI’ve lived here since 2015.
- singverbA1to make music with your voiceShe sings in a choir every Sunday.
- singleadjectiveA2only oneHe didn’t say a single word.
- sisternounA1a girl or woman who has the same parents as youMy sister is two years older than me.
- sitverbA1to rest with your bottom on a chair or the groundPlease sit here next to me.
- sitenounB1a place where something is, was, or will be builtThey visited the site of the new school.
- situationnounA2all the facts and conditions at a certain time and placeThe situation is getting better.
- sixnumberA1the number 6The class starts at six o’clock.
- sizenounA1how big or small something isThe size of the room surprised us.
- skillnounA2an ability to do something well, usually learned through practiceGood communication skills are important in this job.
- skinnounA2the outer layer that covers the body of a person or animalThis cream is good for dry skin.
- smalladjectiveA1not large in size, number, or amountThey live in a small town.
- smileverbA2to make your mouth curve up because you are happy or friendlyShe smiled when she saw me.
- soadverbA1very or to such a great degreeI’m so happy to see you.
- socialadjectiveA2connected with society and the way people live togetherPoverty is a serious social problem.
- societynounB1people living together as a large community with shared laws and customsTechnology has changed modern society.
- soldiernounA2a person who is a member of an armyThe soldiers marched through the town.
- somedeterminerA1an amount or number of something, not exactly statedWould you like some coffee?
- somebodypronounA1a person, when you don’t know or don’t say whoSomebody left their umbrella here.
- someonepronounA1a person, when you don’t know or don’t say whoSomeone is knocking at the door.
- somethingpronounA1a thing that you don’t name or don’t know exactlyI want to tell you something.
- sometimesadverbA1on some occasions but not alwaysI sometimes walk to work.
- sonnounA1a person’s male childTheir son is studying in Chicago.
- songnounA1a short piece of music with words that you singThis is my favorite song.
- soonadverbA1in a short time from now or from a certain timeDinner will be ready soon.
- sortnounA2a type or kind of person or thingWhat sort of music do you like?
- soundnounA2something that you hearI heard a strange sound outside.
- sourcenounB1the place, person, or thing that something comes fromFruit is a good source of vitamins.
- southnounA1the direction to your right when you face the rising sunBirds fly south for the winter.
- southernadjectiveB1in or from the south part of a placeThey live in southern California.
- spacenounA2an empty area that can be usedIs there enough space for my bag?
- speakverbA1to say words or talk to someoneCan I speak to the manager, please?
- specialadjectiveA1different from usual and often better or more importantTonight is a special occasion.
- specificadjectiveB1relating to one particular thingDo you have a specific date in mind?
- speechnounB1a formal talk given to a group of peopleThe president gave a speech on TV.
- spendverbA1to use money to pay for thingsI spent too much money on clothes.
- sportnounA1a game or physical activity with rules, played for fun or in competitionSoccer is the most popular sport in the world.
- springnounA1the season between winter and summerThe flowers bloom in spring.
- staffnounB1all the people who work for an organizationThe hotel staff were very friendly.
- stagenounA2a part or point in a processThe project is in its early stages.
- standverbA1to be on your feet in an upright positionWe had to stand on the bus.
- standardnounB1a level of quality that is expected or reachedThe hotel has very high standards.
- starnounA1a bright point of light in the night skyWe could see thousands of stars.
- startverbA1to begin doing somethingIt started to rain.
- statenounA2the condition of someone or something at a certain timeThe house was in a terrible state.
- statementnounB1something that someone says or writes officiallyThe company made a statement to the press.
- stationnounA1a place where trains or buses stop for passengersI’ll meet you at the train station.
- stayverbA1to remain in a place and not leaveStay here until I come back.
- stepnounA2the act of moving one foot in front of the otherThe baby took her first steps.
- stilladverbA2continuing until now and not finishedAre you still working on it?
- stocknounB2the goods a store has available to sellSorry, that model is out of stock.
- stopverbA1to end an action or no longer moveThe bus stopped outside the bank.
- storenounA1a building or room where things are soldI need to go to the grocery store.
- storynounA1a description of real or imaginary events, told or written for othersMy dad told us a funny story.
- strategynounB2a careful plan for reaching a goal, usually over a long timeThe company needs a new marketing strategy.
- streetnounA1a road in a town or city with buildings along itShe lives on Oak Street.
- strongadjectiveA1having great physical powerHe is strong enough to lift the box.
- structurenounB1the way the parts of something are organizedWe studied the structure of the sentence.
- studentnounA1a person who is studying at a school, college, or universityShe’s a student at the state university.
- studyverbA1to spend time learning about a subjectHe studies law at college.
- stuffnounA2things in general, when you don’t name them exactly (informal)Put your stuff in the closet.
- stylenounA2a particular way of doing, making, or designing somethingI like the style of this building.
- subjectnounA1the thing that people are talking or writing aboutLet’s change the subject.
- successnounA2the result of reaching a goal or doing something wellHard work is the key to success.
- successfuladjectiveA2achieving what you wanted or plannedThe meeting was very successful.
- suchdeterminerA2used to make a noun phrase strongerIt was such a beautiful day.
- suddenlyadverbA2quickly and without warningSuddenly, the lights went out.
- sufferverbB1to feel pain, illness, or sadnessShe suffers from headaches.
- suggestverbA2to give an idea or plan for others to think aboutI suggest that we leave early.
- summernounA1the warmest season of the year, between spring and fallWe go camping every summer.
- supportverbA2to help or encourage someone or somethingMy parents always support my decisions.
- sureadjectiveA1certain that something is true or correctAre you sure you locked the door?
- surfacenounB1the top or outside layer of somethingClean the surface of the table.
- systemnounA2a set of connected parts or methods that work togetherThe city has a good public transportation system.
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- tablenounA1a piece of furniture with a flat top and legsDinner is on the table.
- takeverbA1to carry or move something or someone from one place to anotherTake an umbrella with you.
- talkverbA1to speak with someone and share ideas or informationWe talked for hours.
- tasknounA2a piece of work that must be doneMy first task is to answer these emails.
- taxnounB1money that people and businesses must pay to the governmentThe price includes sales tax.
- teachverbA1to give lessons or help someone learn a skill or subjectShe teaches English in Vietnam.
- teachernounA1a person whose job is to teach, especially in a schoolOur math teacher is very patient.
- teamnounA1a group of people who play a sport together against another groupWhich team do you support?
- technologynounA2scientific knowledge used to make machines and tools, or the machines themselvesNew technology makes our lives easier.
- televisionnounA1a device with a screen for watching programsWe bought a new television.
- tellverbA1to give information to someone by speaking or writingTell me about your trip.
- tennumberA1the number 10I’ll be there in ten minutes.
- tendverbB1to usually do or be somethingI tend to wake up early.
- termnounB1a word or phrase with a particular meaning“Byte” is a computer term.
- testnounA1a set of questions to measure someone’s knowledge or skillI have a history test tomorrow.
- thanconjunctionA1used to compare two things or peopleShe is taller than her brother.
- thankverbA1to tell someone you are grateful for somethingI want to thank you for your help.
- thatdeterminerA1used for a person or thing farther away or already mentionedWho is that woman over there?
- thedeterminerA1used before a noun when the listener knows which one you meanCan you close the door, please?
- theirdeterminerA1belonging to or connected with themThey sold their house last year.
- thempronounA1used as the object for people or things already mentionedI called my parents and told them the news.
- themselvespronounA2used when the people doing an action are also affected by itThe kids enjoyed themselves at the party.
- thenadverbA1at that time in the past or futureI lived in Boston back then.
- theorynounB1a set of ideas that tries to explain why something happensDarwin’s theory of evolution changed science.
- thereadverbA1in, at, or to that placePut the box over there.
- thesedeterminerA1used before a plural noun for things or people near youThese shoes are too small for me.
- theypronounA1the people or things already mentioned, as the subject of a verbMy parents called; they’re coming tomorrow.
- thingnounA1an object whose name you don’t need or don’t knowWhat’s that thing on the table?
- thinkverbA1to have an opinion or believe somethingI think this movie is great.
- thirdnumberA1coming after the second in orderOur office is on the third floor.
- thisdeterminerA1used before a singular noun for something near you or being discussedThis coffee is really good.
- thosedeterminerA1used before a plural noun for things or people farther awayCan you see those birds on the roof?
- thoughconjunctionB1despite the fact thatThough it was late, she kept working.
- thoughtnounA2an idea or opinion that comes into your mindI had a sudden thought about the problem.
- thousandnumberA1the number 1,000The concert hall holds two thousand people.
- threatnounB2a statement that someone will hurt you or cause troubleHe made threats against his neighbor.
- threenumberA1the number 3I have three brothers.
- throughprepositionA2from one side or end of something to the otherWe drove through the tunnel.
- throughoutprepositionB2in every part of a placeThe store has branches throughout the country.
- throwverbA2to send something through the air with your handThrow me the ball!
- thusadverbB2as a result; thereforeThe road was closed, thus we were late.
- timenounA1what is measured in minutes, hours, days, and yearsI don’t have much time today.
- toprepositionA1in the direction of a place, person, or thingI walk to school every day.
- todayadverbA1on this dayI have a test today.
- togetheradverbA1with each other; in the same place or groupWe went to the movies together.
- tonightadverbA1during the evening or night of todayAre you free tonight?
- tooadverbA1more than is needed or wantedThis soup is too hot to eat.
- topnounA1the highest part or point of somethingWe climbed to the top of the hill.
- totalnounB1the number you get when you add everything togetherThe total came to fifty dollars.
- toughadjectiveB1difficult to do or deal withIt was a tough decision.
- towardprepositionB1in the direction ofThe dog ran toward me.
- townnounA1a place with houses and shops, smaller than a cityI grew up in a small town.
- tradenounB1the buying and selling of goods between people or countriesTrade between the two countries is growing.
- traditionaladjectiveB1following customs or ways that have existed for a long timeWe ate traditional food at the festival.
- trainingnounA2the process of learning the skills for a job or activityNew staff get two weeks of training.
- travelverbA1to go from one place to another, often far awayThey traveled across Europe by train.
- treatverbB1to behave toward someone or something in a particular wayTreat others the way you want to be treated.
- treatmentnounB1medical care for an illness or injuryShe is receiving treatment for cancer.
- treenounA1a tall plant with a wooden trunk, branches, and leavesThere’s an old oak tree in our yard.
- trialnounB2a legal process in court to decide if someone is guiltyThe trial lasted three weeks.
- tripnounA1a journey to a place and back againWe took a trip to the mountains.
- troublenounA2problems, difficulties, or worryI had trouble finding your house.
- trueadjectiveA1correct and based on factsIs it true that you’re moving?
- truthnounA2the real facts about somethingJust tell me the truth.
- tryverbA1to make an effort to do somethingI’ll try to finish by five.
- turnverbA1to move or change directionTurn left at the light.
- TVnounA1television; the shows on it or the device you watch them onWe watched TV after dinner.
- twonumberA1the number 2I have two cats.
- typenounA2a group of people or things that share qualitiesWhat type of music do you like?
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- underprepositionA1below or lower than somethingThe cat is under the table.
- understandverbA1to know the meaning of somethingI don’t understand this word.
- unitnounB1a single thing or group that is part of something largerWe studied Unit 5 of the textbook.
- untilprepositionA2up to a certain timeThe store is open until 9 p.m.
- upadverbA1toward a higher place or positionShe looked up at the sky.
- uponprepositionB2on; a more formal wordThe decision depends upon the results.
- uspronounA1the speaker and another person or other people, as an objectCan you help us?
- useverbA1to do something with a tool, thing, or method for a purposeCan I use your phone?
- usuallyadverbA1in most cases; most of the timeI usually walk to work.
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- valuenounB1how much money something is worthThe value of the house has doubled.
- variousadjectiveB1several different kinds ofThe shirt comes in various colors.
- veryadverbA1to a high degree; used to make adjectives and adverbs strongerIt’s very cold today.
- victimnounB1a person or animal hurt or killed by a crime, accident, or illnessThe victims of the flood need help.
- viewnounA2what you can see from a placeOur room had a view of the ocean.
- violencenounB1physical force used to hurt people or damage thingsThe movie has too much violence.
- visitverbA1to go to see a person or placeWe visited my grandmother last weekend.
- voicenounA2the sound you make when you speak or singShe has a beautiful singing voice.
- voteverbB1to show your choice in an election or decisionDid you vote in the election?
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- waitverbA1to stay somewhere until something happens or someone comesPlease wait here for a moment.
- walkverbA1to move along on foot at a normal speedI walk to school every morning.
- wallnounA1one of the sides of a room or buildingWe hung a picture on the wall.
- wantverbA1to wish to have or do somethingI want a cup of tea.
- warnounA2fighting between countries or groups using weaponsMany people died in the war.
- watchverbA1to look at something for a period of timeWe watched a movie last night.
- waternounA1the clear liquid in rain, rivers, and seas that we drinkCan I have a glass of water?
- waynounA1a method or manner of doing somethingThis is the best way to learn.
- wepronounA1the speaker and one or more other people, as the subjectWe live in Chicago.
- weaponnounB1an object such as a gun or knife used to hurt peoplePolice found a weapon near the scene.
- wearverbA1to have clothes, jewelry, or glasses on your bodyShe’s wearing a red dress.
- weeknounA1a period of seven daysI go to the gym three times a week.
- weightnounA2how heavy someone or something isWhat’s the weight of this box?
- welladverbA1in a good or skillful wayShe speaks English very well.
- westnounA2the direction where the sun goes downThe sun sets in the west.
- westernadjectiveB1in or from the west of a placeThey live in western Canada.
- whatpronounA1used to ask about a thing, fact, or informationWhat is your name?
- whateverpronounB1anything or everything thatEat whatever you like.
- whenadverbA1used to ask at what timeWhen does the movie start?
- whereadverbA1used to ask about a place or positionWhere do you live?
- whetherconjunctionB1used to talk about a choice between two possibilitiesI don’t know whether to stay or go.
- whichdeterminerA1used to ask about one choice from a limited groupWhich bus goes downtown?
- whileconjunctionA2during the time that something else happensI listened to music while I cooked.
- whiteadjectiveA1having the color of snow or milkShe wore a white shirt.
- whopronounA1used to ask which person or peopleWho is your teacher?
- wholeadjectiveA2all of something; completeI spent the whole day cleaning.
- whompronounB2the object form of “who”; used in formal EnglishTo whom should I send the letter?
- whosedeterminerA2used to ask who something belongs toWhose bag is this?
- whyadverbA1for what reasonWhy are you late?
- wideadjectiveA2measuring a large distance from one side to the otherThe river is very wide here.
- wifenounA1the woman someone is married toHis wife is a teacher.
- willmodal verbA1used to talk about the futureIt will rain tomorrow.
- winverbA1to be the best or first in a game, race, or competitionOur team won the match.
- windnounA2air that moves naturally across the landThe wind blew my hat off.
- windownounA1an opening in a wall or vehicle, usually with glass, to let in lightCan you open the window?
- wishverbA2to want something that is not true or not likely to happenI wish I had more free time.
- withprepositionA1together with or near someone or somethingI went to the store with my brother.
- withinprepositionB1before a period of time has passedPlease reply within three days.
- withoutprepositionA2not having or using somethingI can’t see without my glasses.
- womannounA1an adult female personA young woman asked me for directions.
- wonderverbA2to think about something and want to know moreI wonder what time it is.
- wordnounA1a single unit of language with meaning, spoken or writtenWhat does this word mean?
- workverbA1to do a job, usually for moneyShe works at a bank.
- workernounA2a person who works, especially in a particular jobThe factory has 200 workers.
- worldnounA1the earth and all the people and places on itShe wants to travel around the world.
- worryverbA2to keep thinking about problems or things that could go wrongDon’t worry; everything will be fine.
- wouldmodal verbA1used to talk about imagined situationsIf I had money, I would buy a car.
- writeverbA1to make letters or words on paper or a screenWrite your name at the top.
- writernounA2a person whose job is writing books, articles, or storiesMark Twain is a famous American writer.
- wrongadjectiveA1not correctSorry, I dialed the wrong number.
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- yardnounA2the area of grass or ground around a houseThe kids are playing in the back yard.
- yeahinterjectionA2an informal way of saying “yes”Yeah, I’d love to come.
- yearnounA1a period of twelve monthsI moved here two years ago.
- yesinterjectionA1used to agree, accept, or give a positive answer“Do you like it?” “Yes, I do.”
- yetadverbA2until now; used in questions and negativesHave you finished your homework yet?
- youpronounA1the person or people being spoken or written toAre you ready?
- youngadjectiveA1having lived for only a short time; not oldMy grandmother married when she was very young.
- yourdeterminerA1belonging to the person or people you are speaking toIs this your coat?
- yourselfpronounA2used when the subject and object are the same person, “you”Be careful not to hurt yourself.