Everyday English (Unit 1) · New Headway Pre Intermediate Vocabulary List

the days of the week, usually Saturday and Sunday, when people do not have to go to work or school

"We went to the beach at the weekend."

"We usually visit relatives and relax during the weekend together."

a cafe or bar where one can buy non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks

"The coffee bar has many espresso drinks."

"The coffee bar specializes in espresso drinks and has a small seating area for customers to relax."

a short way to say hello

"Hi, nice to meet you."

"Hi there! How are you doing on this beautiful sunny day today?"

what we say to show we are happy for something someone did

"Thank you for your help."

"Thank you very much for helping me with my homework yesterday afternoon."

to the smallest amount or degree

"I do not like him at all."

"I do not like him at all because he is rude and arrogant and never listens to anyone else opinions."

what we say to greet someone in the morning

"Good morning, wake up, please."

"Good morning! Did you sleep well last night? I hope so."

used to say goodbye to a person when one expects to see them again

"I have to go — catch you later!"

"She was already halfway out the door, calling catch you later over her shoulder."

used to emphasize the intensity or extent of something

"I like you very much."

"I like you very much and I enjoy spending time with you whenever we are together."

used to emphasize or confirm a statement

"It is cold, indeed."

"The journey was challenging, indeed, but the reward of reaching the summit was immense."

used as another way of saying 'yes'

"Yeah, that sounds great."

"Yeah, that sounds like a great plan. Let us do it together tomorrow morning."

used to politely answer someone who thanks us

"'Thank you so much.' — 'You are welcome!'"

"He responded with a warm you are welcome after staying late to help the new intern finish the report."

feeling happy and satisfied with something that has happened or with someone's actions

"She is pleased now."

"The manager was very pleased with the team's performance and their dedication to completing the project successfully."

used before drinking in honor of a person or thing

"Here is to success!"

"Let's raise our glasses; here is to the happy couple's future together."

a short way to say thank you

"Thanks for the nice gift."

"Thanks a lot for everything you have done for me today, really."

a short way to say goodbye

"Bye, have a good day."

"Bye for now. I will talk to you later tonight. Do not forget."

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

"This is a big problem."

"The sudden economic downturn presented a significant problem for small businesses nationwide."

very beautiful or attractive

"The view is lovely."

"The couple enjoyed a lovely picnic in the park, surrounded by beautiful scenery and warm sunshine."

a word that we use to greet someone when they arrive

"Welcome to our lovely house."

"Welcome to our new house. Please make yourself comfortable and relax here."

feeling well or in good health

"I am fine, thank you."

"After a good night's sleep, she felt perfectly fine and ready for the day."

a courteous response to express that one is happy or willing to do something for someone else, typically in response to an expression of gratitude

"It is my pleasure."

"With great pleasure, I accepted the invitation to speak at the prestigious conference."

said before asking someone a question, as a way of politely getting their attention

"Excuse me, may I ask?"

"Excuse me, could you please direct me to the nearest train station?"

a word we use to say we feel bad about something

"Sorry, I broke your phone."

"Sorry, I did not mean to break your favorite cup. It was an accident."

used as a casual way to say goodbye

"Cheers! Thanks for the lovely evening."

"Cheers! Thanks for the lovely evening. I really enjoyed spending time with you and your family."

used to give permission or express agreement

"Of course, you can come."

"Of course you can borrow my car. Just bring it back soon, please."