Everyday English (Unit 5) · New Headway Intermediate Vocabulary List

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

"The customer was waiting at the counter."

"The customer requested a full refund after discovering that the electronic device had a serious manufacturing defect."

a man who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

"The waiter brought our food."

"The waiter smiled politely and answered all our questions."

a list of the different food available for a meal in a restaurant

"The menu looks expensive."

"We studied the menu before ordering dinner."

a series of written or printed names or items, typically one below the other

"Make a shopping list."

"She wrote a list of homework tasks before leaving school."

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

"The water is very cold."

"The hiker drank the last of his water and knew he had to find a stream soon because he still had five more miles to walk before reaching the campsite."

water which is carbonated or fizzy

"Sparkling water has carbonation."

"I prefer a glass of chilled sparkling water with a slice of lime."

someone whose job involves helping and selling things to the customers and visitors of a store, etc.

"The sales assistant demonstrates how the vacuum cleaner works."

"The sales assistant demonstrates how the vacuum cleaner works and answers all of the customer's questions."

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."

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

"Try on this jacket before buying."

"You should try on the jacket before buying it to make sure it fits you properly."

money in bills or coins, rather than checks, credit, etc.

"Do you have enough cash?"

"He paid for the used car in cash because he had been saving his money for several years to buy it."

a written or spoken request to someone, asking them to attend a party or event

"We received an invitation to the wedding."

"The invitation looked very beautiful and sounded formal."

pieces of equipment such as tables, desks, beds, etc. that we put in a house or office so that it becomes suitable for living or working in

"The furniture is new."

"The moving company carefully wrapped all the furniture in blankets and plastic before loading it onto the truck to prevent any scratches or damage during the long trip."

to decide what we want to have or what is best for us from a group of options

"Choose your words very carefully."

"You must choose between two difficult options but remember that both paths have their own advantages."

someone who avoids eating meat

"He is a vegetarian."

"Vegetarian meals can be very healthy when they include enough protein"

furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on

"Put it on the table."

"The antique mahogany table served as the centerpiece of the dining room, displaying a magnificent floral arrangement."

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

"Open the window."

"She opened the window to let some fresh air into the stuffy room because the heater had been on all day and made it feel too warm and dry inside."

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

"I order pizza."

"Could you please order a taxi for us to arrive at the airport by noon?"

to mention an idea, proposition, plan, etc. for further consideration or possible action

"I suggest eating at that restaurant."

"The doctor suggested that I exercise more regularly to improve my cardiovascular health and reduce stress."

(of a drink) not having bubbles in it

"I prefer still water."

"I prefer still water over sparkling because the bubbles make me feel bloated and uncomfortable."

a dress with no sleeves or collar that is worn over other garments

"She wears a warm jumper on the cold day."

"She wears a warm jumper on the cold day and pulls the sleeves over her hands for extra warmth."

a quality such as red, green, blue, yellow, etc. that we see when we look at something

"My favorite color is the deep blue of the sea."

"The artist used a vibrant color palette to paint the beautiful landscape."

the physical extent of an object, usually described by its height, width, length, or depth

"What is the size of the dress you want to buy?"

"The enormous size of the new stadium can hold up to eighty thousand excited football fans."

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

"He wore a black suit."

"He wore his best suit to the job interview because he wanted to make a good impression on the hiring manager and show that he was professional and serious."

a business or identification card issued by a government, organization, or institution for official purposes

"Show your card, please."

"He presented his security card to gain access to the restricted area."

someone who is invited to visit someone else's home or attend a social event

"We welcomed the guest warmly."

"The unexpected guest arrived at the party with a bottle of wine and a big smile."

to come to someone's house in order to visit them for a short time

"Come over to my house tonight."

"Why do not you come over to my house for dinner on Friday night?"

any liquid that we can drink

"I like a drink."

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

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

"I had a snack."

"A healthy snack like an apple or a handful of nuts can give you energy between meals."

to change your position or location

"They move to a new apartment soon."

"The family decided to move to a bigger house in the suburbs because they needed more space for their three growing children."

a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

"She listens to music daily."

"The music at the festival was so lively that everyone started dancing and singing along together."

to explain or resolve confusion, making something easier to understand or less ambiguous

"Let me clear it up."

"The detective's detailed explanation helped to clear up the confusing sequence of events that led to the crime."