Everyday English (Unit 10) · New Headway Elementary Vocabulary List

a period of time that is made up of twenty-four hours

"Today is a sunny day."

"A busy day feels easier when you start it with a clear plan."

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

"Students worry about the exam results."

"Parents often worry about their teenage children when they go out at night but they need to learn to trust them and give them independence."

to give someone what they need

"Can you help me please?"

"Can you help me carry these heavy boxes upstairs because I cannot lift them alone."

a vehicle that has two wheels and moves when we push its pedals with our feet

"She rides her bike to work every day."

"She rides her bike to work every day and parks it in the office garage."

a place where alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and often food, are served

"The pub serves fish and chips and ale."

"The pub serves fish and chips and ale and has a dart board and a fireplace for cold nights."

to briefly or casually turn one's eyes toward something, typically to see, inspect, or observe it

"Let me have a look."

"Before making a decision, I decided to have a look at all the available options to ensure I chose the best one."

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."

the main meal of the day that we usually eat in the evening

"We ate dinner at home."

"Dinner was quiet and peaceful last night."

a written or spoken request to attend an event, join an activity, or participate in a gathering

"Received an invite today."

"He sends an invite to all his friends and asks them to RSVP by the end of the week."

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

"Time moves quickly."

"We should manage our time wisely if we want to succeed."

extremely amazing and great

"This cake is fantastic."

"The view from the mountaintop was absolutely fantastic, making the challenging hike entirely worthwhile."

describing weather that is pleasant, enjoyable, or favorable, often characterized by clear skies, mild temperatures, and calm conditions

"It is beautiful weather."

"The beautiful weather made it an ideal day for a picnic in the park."

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

"The water is warm."

"The warm sunshine felt good on her face after being inside the cold air conditioned office all morning long."

doing or happening after the time that is usual or expected

"The bus is late."

"The late train arrived twenty minutes after its scheduled time and made everyone late for work that morning."

a person's male child

"Her son joined the army when he turned eighteen years old."

"Their son graduated from university and started working at a technology company."

to leave the house and attend a specific social event to enjoy your time

"They will go out tonight."

"Do you want to go out for dinner tonight or would you prefer to stay home and order pizza instead?"

any liquid that we can drink

"I like a drink."

"During the hot summer afternoon, a cool refreshing drink is absolutely essential."

something that we do regularly to earn money

"I have a lot of work to do."

"She goes to work early and returns late."

an electronic device used to talk to a person who is at a different location

"Call me on the phone."

"I left my phone at home today, so I can't call anyone."

to stop living, working, or being a part of a particular place or group

"She will leave soon."

"Many employees choose to leave their current positions for better opportunities elsewhere."

a feeling of sadness caused by the suffering of others

"She felt pity for the dog."

"It is a great pity that the historic library burned down before anyone could save the rare books."

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

"I expect you to arrive on time."

"You should expect some delays due to the heavy snow that fell overnight on the highways."

a very young child

"The baby sleeps peacefully in her crib."

"The baby sleeps peacefully in her crib and her mother checks on her every few hours."

reports on recent events that are broadcast or published

"I read the news."

"The daily news reported on the significant international developments and their potential impact."

used to express joy, admiration, or praise for someone's achievements, successes, or happy occasions

"Congratulations! You passed the test!"

"Congratulations! You passed the test with flying colors. Your hard work really paid off today."

a short way to say goodbye

"Bye, have a good day."

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

having a quality that is satisfying

"The movie is good."

"The good news made everyone happy and they celebrated by opening a bottle of champagne and toasting to the future together."

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

"The journey from London to Paris takes two hours."

"The long journey across the desert took five days and required careful planning to ensure they had enough water."

a small, unspecified number of things or people, usually two or a few

"A couple of birds flew."

"We only need a couple of volunteers to help with the event setup."