Lesson 1B, Practical English Episode 1, Lesson 2A and 10 More Topics · New English File Beginner Vocabulary List

Learn 171 English words covering Lesson 1B, Practical English Episode 1, Lesson 2A and 10 more topics from the New English File Beginner Vocabulary List list, each with pronunciation, a definition and example sentences.

171 words New English File Beginner Vocabulary List

Lesson 1B

England /ˈɪŋɡɫənd/ noun

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

"England is part of the United Kingdom."

"England is part of the United Kingdom and its capital city is London on the River Thames."

Spain /speɪn/ noun

a country in southwest Europe

"Spain is warm in summer."

"They spent their holiday in Spain."

the United States /juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈsteɪts/ noun

a country in North America that has 50 states

"The United States is a large country."

"We visited the United States last summer."

Brazil /bɹəˈzɪɫ/ noun

the largest country in both South America and Latin America

"Brazil is famous for its Amazon rainforest and football."

"Brazil is famous for its Amazon rainforest and football and speaks Portuguese as its official language."

Egypt /ˈiːdʒɪpt/ noun

a country on the continent of Africa with a rich history, famous for its pyramids, temples, and pharaohs

"Egypt has ancient pyramids."

"The ancient civilization of Egypt left behind enormous pyramids and temples that continue to amaze archaeologists and tourists from around the world."

United Kingdom /juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈkɪŋdəm/ noun

a country in northwest Europe, consisting of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland

"The United Kingdom includes England Scotland and Wales."

"The United Kingdom consists of England Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland and its capital is London."

France /fræns/ noun

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

"France is a popular travel destination."

"She has always dreamed of visiting France during the warm summer months."

Germany /ˈdʒɝːməni/ noun

a country located in central Europe, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and thriving economy

"Germany is known for its engineering."

"Germany is known for its automotive industry and its efficient public transportation systems."

Italy /ˈɪtəli/ noun

a country in southern Europe, with a long Mediterranean coastline

"Italy has beautiful cities."

"We explored several ancient ruins while traveling through Italy last autumn."

japan /dʒəˈpæn/ noun

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

"Japan is known for its technology and sushi."

"Japan is known for its technology and sushi and has a very high population density in its major cities."

Mexico /ˈmɛksəˌkoʊ/ noun

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

"Mexico is a beautiful country."

"Last summer, my family traveled to Mexico to explore ancient ruins and enjoy the beaches."

Poland /ˈpoʊlənd/ noun

a country in the Central Europe near the Baltic Sea

"Poland joined the European Union in two thousand four."

"Poland is a country in Central Europe known for its rich history beautiful cities and hearty cuisine."

Russia /ˈɹəʃə/ noun

a country located in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia

"Russia spans eleven time zones across two continents."

"Russia spans eleven time zones across two continents and is the largest country in the world by area."

Switzerland /ˈswɪtsɚˌlænd/ noun

a country in Western Central Europe, south of Germany

"Switzerland is famous for its chocolate and watches."

"Switzerland is famous for its high quality chocolate cheese and watches but its natural landscapes are equally impressive and worth visiting."

china /ˈʧaɪnə/ noun

the biggest country in East Asia

"I like china."

"The ancient pottery discovered in the tomb provided valuable insights into the culture of historical china."

Practical English Episode 1

door /dɔːr/ noun

the thing we move to enter, exit, or access a place such as a vehicle, building, room, etc.

"Close the door."

"The front door was open when I arrived home."

laptop /ˈlæpˌtɑːp/ noun

a small computer that you can take with you wherever you go, and it sits on your lap or a table so you can use it

"She works on her laptop from a coffee shop."

"A rugged laptop is specifically designed to survive extreme conditions like dust"

dictionary /ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/ noun

a book or electronic resource that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings, or gives the equivalent words in a different language

"Look up this word."

"A bilingual dictionary provides translations and definitions for words between two languages"

book /bʊk/ noun

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

"Read this book."

"The librarian recommended a fascinating book about ancient civilizations and their mysteries."

english /ˈɪŋlɪʃ/ noun

the most common language in the world, originating in England but also the official language of America, Canada, Australia, etc.

"I study english."

"Mastering english is crucial for international business and academic pursuits."

spell /spɛl/ verb

to write or say the letters that form a word one by one in the right order

"Can you spell your name?"

"Can you please spell your last name for me because I want to write it down correctly."

what /wʌt/ pronoun

used in questions to ask for information or for someone’s opinion

"What do you want?"

"What he said about the new policy surprised everyone in the room because it was so unexpected."

board /bɔːrd/ noun

a flat and hard tool made of wood, plastic, paper, etc. that is designed for specific purposes

"Write on the board."

"The teacher wrote the math problem on the board and asked the students to solve it themselves."

window /ˈwɪndoʊ/ noun

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."

chair /tʃɛr/ noun

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

"Please sit on the chair."

"The chair is comfortable enough for long meetings."

coat /koʊt/ noun

a piece of clothing with long sleeves, worn outdoors and over other clothes to keep warm or dry

"Put on your coat."

"He took off his coat after entering the warm room."

table /ˈteɪbəl/ noun

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."

pen /pen/ noun

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

"The pen is blue."

"The teacher handed out blue pens to the students because the test had to be completed in blue ink rather than pencil or any other color."

bag /bæɡ/ noun

something made of leather, cloth, plastic, or paper that we use to carry things in, particularly when we are traveling or shopping

"The bag is heavy."

"He put his laptop and a few important documents into his leather bag before leaving the house for his early morning business meeting downtown."

Lesson 2A

Egyptian /ɪˈdʒɪpʃən/ adjective

belonging or relating to Egypt, or its people

"The pyramid is Egyptian."

"The Egyptian pyramids are thousands of years old and they still stand today as a testament to the incredible engineering skills of the ancient civilization."

Mexican /mˈɛksɪkən/ adjective

relating to Mexico or its people

"He loves Mexican food."

"The Mexican food was spicy and flavorful and we ordered tacos burritos and enchiladas for the whole family."

American /əˈmɛrɪkən/ adjective

relating to the United States or its people

"She is American."

"She is American but she has lived in Japan for the past ten years and speaks Japanese fluently with her coworkers every day."

tourist /ˈtʊrɪst/ noun

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

"The tourist took many photos."

"The tourist asked for directions to the museum but accidentally walked in the opposite direction because the map was confusing."

brazilian /brəˈzɪljən/ adjective

relating to Brazil or its people

"He is brazilian."

"The vibrant rhythms of the samba music were unmistakably brazilian, captivating everyone on the dance floor."

chinese /ʧaɪˈniz/ adjective

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of China

"She eats Chinese food."

"The Chinese economy has experienced remarkable growth over the past few decades."

english /ˈɪŋlɪʃ/ adjective

belonging or relating to England, its people, or language

"He speaks English well."

"The English language has a rich history and a vast vocabulary."

french /frɛnʧ/ adjective

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of France

"She likes French food a lot."

"Learning the French language requires dedication, but it opens doors to a rich culture."

german /ˈʤərmən/ adjective

relating to Germany or its people or language

"He speaks German very well."

"The museum displayed a remarkable collection of ancient German artifacts from the Roman era."

italian /ˌɪˈtæljən/ adjective

relating to Italy or its people or language

"This is an Italian car."

"The delicious aroma of freshly baked Italian bread filled the entire kitchen."

japanese /ˌʤæpəˈniz/ adjective

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Japan

"She speaks Japanese."

"The intricate beauty of Japanese gardens reflects a deep appreciation for nature and harmony."

russian /ˈrəʃən/ adjective

relating to Russia or its people or language

"He likes Russian dolls."

"The Russian ballet is renowned worldwide for its technical brilliance and artistry."

spanish /ˈspænɪʃ/ adjective

relating to Spain or its people or language

"They are Spanish dancers."

"His Spanish accent was quite pronounced, even after living abroad for many years."

swiss /swɪs/ adjective

belonging or relating to Switzerland, or its people

"This is a swiss watch."

"The intricate craftsmanship of the swiss watch was evident even from a distance."

turkish /ˈtərkɪʃ/ adjective

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Turkey

"I like turkish food."

"The museum displayed a fascinating collection of ancient turkish pottery and textiles."

british /ˈbrɪtɪʃ/ adjective

relating to the country, people, or culture of the United Kingdom

"He is british."

"Her accent revealed her british heritage, though she had lived abroad for many years."

Lesson 3A

mobile phone /mˈoʊbəl fˈoʊn/ noun

a cellular phone or cell phone; ‌a phone without any wires and with access to a cellular radio system that we can carry with us and use anywhere

"Her mobile phone rings during the meeting."

"Her mobile phone rings during the meeting and she quickly silences it and apologizes to the group."

wallet /ˈwɑːlɪt/ noun

a pocket-sized, folding case that is used for storing paper money, coin money, credit cards, etc.

"My wallet is in my bag."

"He lost his wallet on the bus."

pencil /ˈpɛnsl/ noun

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

"The pencil is broken."

"The artist used a soft pencil to sketch the outline of the portrait before filling in the details with charcoal and colored pastels."

notebook /ˈnoʊtˌbʊk/ noun

a small book with plain or ruled pages that we can write or draw in

"My notebook is full of notes."

"She wrote all her lecture notes in a spiral bound notebook that was filled with pages of neat handwriting and highlighted key terms."

glasses /ˈɡlæsɪz/ noun

a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, which we wear to see more clearly

"My glasses are on the desk."

"She needs glasses to read clearly."

ID card /aɪdiː kɑːɹd/ noun

any official card that shows someone's name, birth date, photograph, etc., proving who they are

"The guard checks her ID card at the gate."

"The security guard checked everyone's ID card before allowing them into the government building."

umbrella /ʌmˈbrɛlə/ noun

an object with a circular folding frame covered in cloth, used as protection against rain or sun

"The umbrella kept us dry."

"She opened her umbrella when it started raining."

camera /ˈkæmrə/ noun

a device or piece of equipment for taking photographs, making movies or television programs

"The camera is on the table."

"She brought her camera to the trip."

credit card /ˈkrɛdɪt kɑrd/ noun

a plastic card, usually given to us by a bank, that we use to pay for goods and services

"She paid with a credit card."

"Using a credit card abroad can be risky if the bank charges high fees for international transactions."

debit card /ˈdɛbɪt kɑrd/ noun

a small plastic card we use to pay for what we buy with the money taken directly from our bank account

"Use your debit card."

"He prefers using a debit card for everyday purchases to avoid accumulating credit card debt and overspending."

photograph /ˈfoʊtəˌɡræf/ noun

a special kind of picture that is made using a camera in order to make memories, create art, etc.

"I took a photograph of the sunset."

"She keeps a photograph of her grandmother on the nightstand remembering the happy times they spent together baking cookies."

newspaper /ˈnuːzˌpeɪpɚ/ noun

a set of large folded sheets of paper with lots of stories, pictures, and information printed on them about things like sport, politic, etc., usually issued daily or weekly

"The newspaper arrived late."

"She read the newspaper at breakfast."

watch /wɑːtʃ/ noun

a small clock worn on a strap on your wrist or carried in your pocket

"The watch is expensive."

"He checked his watch before the meeting."

tablet /ˈtæbɫət/ noun

a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen

"She used a tablet."

"A graphics tablet allows a digital artist to draw directly onto a pressure-sensitive surface and see their creation appear on a monitor."

purse /pɝːs/ noun

a small bag that is used, particularly by women, to carry personal items

"Her purse is on the table."

"She carries her keys and money in her purse."

charger /ˈʧɑrʤɚ/ noun

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

"The charger is missing."

"I plugged in the charger before the battery died."

passport /ˈpæˌspɔrt/ noun

a document for traveling between countries

"Make sure your passport is valid for travel."

"Before traveling abroad, ensure your passport is valid for at least six months."

key /ki/ noun

a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

"Where is the key?"

"He carefully inserted the key into the lock and turned it to secure the ancient wooden door."

Lesson 3B

football scarf /fʊtbɔːl skɑːɹf/ noun

a scarf with the logo and name of a football team that fans of the team wear to show their support, respect, loyalty, etc.

"The fan waves his football scarf in the air."

"The fan waves his football scarf in the air and sings the team anthem with thousands of others."

key ring /kˈiː ɹˈɪŋ/ noun

a ring, usually made of metal or plastic, that people use to keep their keys together

"She attaches her house key to a small key ring."

"She attaches her house key to a small key ring and keeps it in her jacket pocket."

T-shirt /ˈtiː ʃɝːt/ noun

a casual short-sleeved shirt with no collar, usually made of cotton

"I bought a new T-shirt."

"His T-shirt had a simple design and a bright color."

teddy bear /tˈɛdi bˈɛɹ/ noun

a toy that looks like a bear and is made of soft materials

"The teddy bear was named after President Theodore Roosevelt."

"The teddy bear was named after President Theodore Roosevelt who famously refused to shoot a captured bear."

cap /kæp/ noun

a type of soft flat hat with a visor, typically worn by men and boys

"He tipped his cap and smiled."

"He wore a baseball cap to shield his eyes from the sun while he worked in the garden."

mug /mʌɡ/ noun

a large cup which is typically used for drinking hot beverages like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate

"The mug is warm."

"He drank his morning coffee from a large ceramic mug that had been handmade by a local potter giving it an imperfect but charming shape."

plate /pleɪt/ noun

a flat, typically round dish that we eat from or serve food on

"Use a clean plate."

"She carefully arranged the appetizers on a decorative serving plate before presenting them to the guests."

souvenir /ˌsuːvəˈnɪr/ noun

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

"I bought a souvenir from Paris."

"He bought a small souvenir for his mother from the gift shop to remind her of their trip to the mountains."

here /hɪr/ adverb

at a specific, immediate location

"Please sit here next to me."

"Please sit here next to me because there is an empty seat and I would like some company."

there /ðɛr/ adverb

at a place that is not where the speaker is

"The store is there."

"The store is over there on the corner so you can walk there in about five minutes."

Lesson 6B

evening /ˈivnɪŋ/ noun

the time of day that is between the time that the sun starts to set and when the sky becomes completely dark

"We went out in the evening."

"The evening was perfect for a long walk and a calm conversation."

tour guide /tʊr ɡaɪd/ noun

someone whose job is taking tourists to interesting locations

"The tour guide showed us around the ancient ruins."

"The tour guide explained the history of the ancient castle in great detail to the group of interested tourists."

apartment /əˈpɑːrtmənt/ noun

a place that has a few rooms for people to live in, normally part of a building that has other such places on each floor

"Their apartment is on the third floor."

"Their small apartment may not be very big but it feels cozy and comfortable with warm decorations."

subway /ˈsʌbˌweɪ/ noun

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

"The subway was crowded."

"He rides the subway every day."

omelet /ˈɑmlɪt/ noun

a dish that consists of eggs mixed together and cooked in a frying pan

"The omelet was fluffy."

"She made a fluffy omelet filled with mushrooms cheese and fresh herbs for breakfast using eggs from her neighbor's free range chickens."

morning /ˈmɔrnɪŋ/ noun

the time of day that is between when the sun starts to rise and the middle of the day at twelve o'clock

"I study in the morning."

"She always drinks a cup of coffee and reads the news every morning before work."

get up /gɪt əp/ verb

to wake up and get out of bed

"I get up early."

"He finds it incredibly difficult to get up before the sun rises each morning."

have /hæv/ verb

to eat or drink something

"Let's have lunch."

"After the long hike, they were eager to have a refreshing drink and some snacks."

go /ɡoʊ/ verb

to travel or move from one location to another

"Let's go to the cinema."

"I will go to the supermarket after work to buy some food for dinner tonight."

afternoon /ˌæftɚˈnuːn/ noun

the time of day that is between twelve o'clock and the time that the sun starts to set

"We met in the afternoon."

"The children played football in the park throughout the warm and sunny afternoon."

finish /ˈfɪnɪʃ/ verb

to make something end

"Finish your homework before dinner."

"I need to finish my homework before I can go out to play with my friends."

make /meɪk/ verb

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

"Let's make haste."

"They decided to make a significant donation to the local animal shelter to support their vital work."

do /du/ verb

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

"We do our best."

"She always tries to do her homework thoroughly before the class starts each morning."

watch /wɑːtʃ/ verb

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

"Watch the movie with subtitles."

"The children love to watch cartoons on Saturday mornings while eating a big bowl of sugary cereal."

then /ðɛn/ adverb

after the thing mentioned

"First we went shopping then we had dinner."

"First we went shopping then we had dinner at a nice restaurant near the harbor."

Lesson 7B

action film /ækʃən fɪlm/ noun

a film genre that has a lot of exciting events, and usually contains violence

"Action film has fights and chases."

"The action film featured car chases explosions and fight scenes that kept audiences on the edge of their seats."

horror film /hɔːɹɚ fɪlm/ noun

a film genre that has a lot of unnatural or frightening events intending to scare people

"Horror film frightens viewers."

"Horror films aim to frighten viewers using suspense gore psychological terror or supernatural elements."

science fiction /ˈsaɪəns ˈfɪkʃən/ noun

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

"Science fiction often explores futuristic technology and its consequences."

"Hard science fiction is a subgenre that emphasizes scientific accuracy and detailed logical speculation"

film director /fˈɪlm dɚɹˈɛktɚ/ noun

a person in charge of a movie and gives instructions to the actors and staff

"The film director shouts "Cut!"

"The film director shouts Cut and the actors relax after a long day of shooting."

actor /ˈæktɚ/ noun

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

"The actor won an award."

"The actor spent months preparing for his role by learning to speak with a British accent and practicing the difficult sword fighting scenes with a coach."

kiss /kɪs/ verb

to touch someone else's lips or other body parts with one's lips to show love, sexual desire, respect, etc.

"The couple kissed under moonlight."

"The young couple kissed each other goodbye at the airport before she boarded her flight to Paris."

next to /nɛkst tuː/ preposition

in a position very close to someone or something

"Sit next to me."

"The small cafe was located next to the bustling market, attracting many shoppers with its aroma."

animation /ˌænɪˈmeɪʃən/ noun

a movie in which animated characters move

"Pixar is famous for its computer animation."

"The new animation film used advanced computer graphics to create stunning visual effects."

comedy /ˈkɑːmədi/ noun

a genre that emphasizes humor and often has a happy or lighthearted conclusion

"It was a comedy."

"The audience roared with laughter throughout the entire performance of the hilarious comedy."

drama /ˈdrɑːmə/ noun

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

"We watched a drama play."

"The drama was so emotional that many people in the theater started crying before it ended."

western /ˈwɛstərn/ noun

a movie or book that usually involves the lives and adventures of cowboys and settlers in American West

"I like westerns."

"He spent his Saturday afternoon watching a classic western film about a lone cowboy."

scene /siːn/ noun

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

"The final scene of the play had everyone in tears."

"The opening scene of the movie introduced the mysterious character in a dark forest."

nothing /ˈnʌθɪŋ/ noun

something or someone that is of no or very little value, size, or amount

"There is nothing left in the refrigerator."

"There is nothing left in the refrigerator so we order pizza for dinner instead of cooking."

Lesson 8B

hate /heɪt/ verb

to really not like something or someone

"I hate waking up early."

"I hate waking up early on weekends because I prefer to sleep late."

frightened /ˈfraɪtənd/ adjective

feeling afraid, often suddenly, due to danger, threat, or shock

"The rabbit is frightened."

"The frightened rabbit ran into the bushes when it heard the dog barking loudly."

loudly /ˈlaʊdli/ adverb

in a way that produces a lot of noise or sound

"He laughed loudly at the joke."

"The children laughed loudly in the park disturbing the neighbors who were trying to sleep."

like /laɪk/ verb

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

"I really like chocolate ice cream."

"Most children like to eat ice cream on hot summer days because it helps them cool down quickly."

love /lʌv/ verb

to have very strong feelings for someone or something that is important to us and we like a lot and want to take care of

"I love my family very much."

"She loves to read mystery novels in her free time especially those by Agatha Christie."

horrible /ˈhɑrɪbəl/ adjective

extremely unpleasant or bad

"The smell is horrible."

"The horrible smell coming from the fridge made her realize that the milk had expired several days ago and gone bad."

peaceful /ˈpiːsfəl/ adjective

(of a person) unwilling to become involved in a dispute or anything violent

"The park is peaceful."

"The peaceful park is a great place to relax on a Sunday afternoon."

alone /əˈloʊn/ adverb

without anyone else

"She prefers to eat alone."

"She prefers to eat alone because she likes to read her book while having lunch without any distractions."

party /ˈpɑrti/ noun

an event where people get together and enjoy themselves by talking, dancing, eating, drinking, etc.

"It was a fun party."

"She organized a surprise birthday party for her best friend, inviting all their closest acquaintances."

concentrate /ˈkɑnsənˌtreɪt/ verb

to focus one's all attention on something specific

"Please concentrate on your homework."

"It is difficult to concentrate on your studies when there are loud noises coming from the street outside."

very /ˈvɛri/ adverb

to a great extent or degree

"The coffee is very hot."

"The coffee is very hot so be careful not to burn your tongue when you drink it."

Lesson 9A

living room /ˈlɪvɪŋ ruːm/ noun

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

"We watched TV in the living room."

"The living room is comfortable and full of natural light."

toward /tʊˈwɔrd/ , /təˈwɔrd/ preposition

in the direction of a particular person or thing

"He walked toward the door."

"He walked slowly toward the door because he did not want to leave the party."

box office /bɑks ˈɑːfɪs/ noun

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

"Buy tickets at box office."

"The highly anticipated film shattered box office records during its opening weekend."

traffic /ˈtræfɪk/ noun

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

"Traffic is heavy today."

"Traffic was backed up for kilometers because a truck had overturned on the highway spilling its cargo across all lanes during morning rush hour."

noise /nɔɪz/ noun

sounds that are usually unwanted or loud

"The noise is loud."

"Constant noise from the construction site next door made it impossible for her to concentrate on studying for her final law school exams."

jacket /ˈdʒækɪt/ noun

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

"Wear your jacket."

"She grabbed her light jacket before heading out into the cool evening air."

hear /hɪr/ verb

to notice the sound a person or thing is making

"Can you hear the dog?"

"Can you hear the gentle rain tapping on the roof? It's quite soothing."

darling /ˈdɑrlɪŋ/ interjection

used to address an individual one loves, particularly one's romantic partner, wife, husband, etc.

"Darling, I love you."

"Darling, would you like to go out for dinner with me tonight, my dear?"

outside /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd/ adverb

in an open area surrounding a building

"The children are playing outside."

"The children are playing outside in the garden while their mother prepares dinner in the kitchen."

Lesson 10B

robbery /ˈɹɑbɝi/ noun

the crime of stealing money or goods from someone or somewhere, especially by violence or threat

"He was sentenced for armed bank robbery."

"The convenience store was closed for several hours after an armed robbery took place there."

detective /dɪˈtɛktɪv/ noun

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

"The detective found the clue."

"The detective carefully examined the scene looking for any small clue that might help solve the mysterious disappearance case."

building /ˈbɪldɪŋ/ noun

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

"The building is tall."

"The office building downtown has twenty floors and a nice cafeteria on the ground level for employees to use during their lunch breaks."

storeroom /ˈstɔrˌruːm/ noun

a room where things are kept while they are not needed or used

"The storeroom is full."

"The storeroom was filled with old furniture boxes of clothes and broken electronics that nobody had used for years but nobody wanted to throw away either."

luxury hotel /lʌkʃɚɹi hoʊtɛl/ noun

a hotel that offers the most luxurious services and experiences to its guests

"The luxury hotel has a private beach."

"The luxury hotel has a private beach and offers guests personal butlers and gourmet dining."

in /ɪn/ preposition

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

"She lives in London."

"She lives in a small apartment near the city center with her two cats."

on /ɑːn/ , /ɒn/ preposition

in contact with and upheld by a surface

"The book is on the table."

"The book is on the table next to the lamp and the coffee cup."

at /æt/ preposition

used to show a particular place or position

"Meet me at the station."

"Meet me at the station at six o'clock so we can catch the train together."

bank /bænk/ noun

a financial institution that keeps and lends money and provides other financial services

"The bank is closed today."

"She opened an account at the bank."

suspect /ˈsəˌspɛkt/ noun

a person or thing that is thought to be the cause of something, particularly something bad

"He is a suspect."

"The police identified a primary suspect in the attempted robbery based on witness descriptions and security footage."

yesterday /ˈjɛstərˌdeɪ/ noun

the 24-hour period immediately preceding the current day

"I saw him yesterday."

"The news report from yesterday detailed a significant breakthrough in the ongoing scientific research project."

secret /ˈsiːkrɪt/ adjective

not seen by or unknown to other people

"She has a secret plan."

"The secret agent carried a hidden microphone in his pen and recorded every word the suspect said during their conversation."

strong /strɔŋ/ adjective

having a lot of physical power

"He is strong."

"The strong athlete effortlessly lifted the enormous weight during the competition."

together /təˈɡɛðɚ/ adverb

in the company of or in proximity to another person or people

"We worked together on the project."

"We worked together on the project and finished it ahead of schedule because everyone contributed their best effort."

lock /lɑk/ verb

to secure something with a lock or seal

"He locks the door when leaving home."

"Do not forget to lock all doors and windows before going to bed at night."

Lesson 11A

national park /ˈnæʃənəl ˌpɑrk/ noun

an area under the protection of a government, where people can visit, for its wildlife, beauty, or historical sights

"We visited beautiful national park."

"Yellowstone National Park was the first national park in the world established in 1872 to preserve its unique geothermal features and wildlife."

public transport /pˈʌblɪk tɹˈænspoːɹt/ noun

the system of transport including buses, trains, etc. that are available for everyone to use, provided by the government or by companies

"Public transport reduces traffic congestion."

"Public transport was more environmentally friendly than private cars because it moved more people using less fuel."

trumpet /ˈtrʌmpɪt/ noun

a musical instrument with a curved metal tube and one wide end, which is played by blowing into it while pressing and releasing its three buttons

"He played the trumpet."

"He practiced playing the trumpet every day for two hours annoying his neighbors but eventually earning a seat in the city youth orchestra."

sports club /spˈoːɹts klˈʌb/ noun

an organization where people come together to practice, play, or compete in various sports

"The sports club offers tennis and swimming."

"The sports club offers tennis and swimming and members can also use the gym and sauna."

blueberry /ˈbluˌbɛri/ noun

a sweet small fruit dark blue in color, grown in North America

"I eat a blueberry pie."

"We bought blueberry muffins at the bakery because everyone wanted something sweet"

decide /dɪˈsaɪd/ verb

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

"You must decide your future path."

"After weeks of research she finally decided which university to attend for her graduate studies."

invite /ɪnˈvaɪt/ verb

to make a formal or friendly request to someone to come somewhere or join something

"We invited them to our party."

"We should invite our neighbors to the party because they are very friendly and nice people."

designer /dɪˈzaɪnɚ/ noun

someone whose job is to plan and draw how something will look or work before it is made, such as furniture, tools, etc.

"The designer created a new logo."

"The designer created a beautiful logo that perfectly represents the company values of innovation quality and trustworthiness in the market."

abroad /əˈbrɔd/ adverb

in or traveling to a different country

"She wants to study abroad next year."

"She wants to study abroad next year to improve her language skills and experience a different culture."

organic /ɔrˈɡænɪk/ adjective

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

"This apple is organic."

"The organic vegetables were more expensive than regular ones but they tasted fresher and better according to the customers who bought them."

offer /ˈɑfɚ/ verb

to present or propose something to someone

"The company offered him a job."

"The company offered him a generous salary package including health insurance and a company car."

miss /mɪs/ verb

to not hit or touch what was aimed at

"The arrow will miss."

"Despite his best efforts, the goalkeeper managed to miss the crucial penalty kick in the final minute."

visit /ˈvɪzɪt/ verb

to go somewhere because we want to spend time with someone

"We visit grandma every Sunday."

"We plan to visit our aunt in the hospital after she has her surgery next week."

pick /pɪk/ verb

to choose someone or something out of a group of people or things

"Pick a card from the deck."

"It took her nearly an hour to pick the perfect dress for the wedding from the large selection."

return /rɪˈtɝn/ verb

to go or come back to a person or place

"He returns the book to the library."

"I need to return this defective product to the store because it stopped working after only three days of normal use."

Lesson 11B

exam /ɪɡˈzæm/ noun

a way of testing how much someone knows about a subject

"The exam was difficult."

"Students studied hard for the exam."

get /gɪt/ verb

to receive or come to have something

"I get a present."

"She was thrilled to finally get the promotion she had been working towards for so long."

go /ɡoʊ/ verb

to travel or move from one location to another

"Let's go to the cinema."

"I will go to the supermarket after work to buy some food for dinner tonight."

have /hæv/ verb

to hold or own something

"I have a book."

"She was fortunate to have inherited a substantial amount of wealth from her generous grandmother."

to /tuː/ preposition

used to say where someone or something goes

"I go to school every day."

"She gave the gift to her mother who was very happy and grateful for it."

noise /nɔɪz/ noun

sounds that are usually unwanted or loud

"The noise is loud."

"Constant noise from the construction site next door made it impossible for her to concentrate on studying for her final law school exams."

eye /aɪ/ noun

a body part on our face that we use for seeing

"I see with my eye."

"The keen eye of the detective noticed a subtle clue that others had overlooked."

operation /ˌɑpəˈreɪʃən/ noun

an organized activity involving multiple people doing various things to achieve a common goal

"The rescue operation was successful."

"The complex rescue operation involved many volunteers coordinating their efforts to save the stranded hikers."

soldier /ˈsoʊɫdʒɝ/ noun

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

"The soldier stood at attention."

"The soldier protected the village during the night and remained alert even when everyone else was asleep."

century /ˈsɛnʧəri/ noun

a period of one hundred years

"The book is one century old."

"The industrial revolution transformed society over the course of the nineteenth century."

pretty /ˈprɪti/ adjective

visually pleasing in a charming way

"The flower is pretty."

"The little cottage had a pretty garden filled with colorful flowers and a charming picket fence."

shave /ʃeɪv/ verb

to remove hair from the body using a razor or similar tool

"He shaves his beard before work."

"My grandfather still prefers to shave with a traditional straight razor rather than an electric one."

enjoy /ɪnˈʤɔɪ/ verb

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

"They enjoy their delicious dinner meal."

"The children seemed to enjoy the school trip to the science museum because they were fascinated by the interactive exhibits about space and dinosaurs."

Lesson 12A

classical music /klˈæsɪkəl mjˈuːzɪk/ noun

music that originated in Europe, has everlasting value, long-established rules, and elaborated forms

"Classical music follows Western tradition."

"Classical music emphasized formal structure and instrumental composition rather than improvised or popular song forms."

concert hall /kˈɑːnsɜːt hˈɔːl/ noun

a large building or room that is designed for performing concerts

"Concert hall is grand."

"A concert hall is a building specifically designed for the performance of classical music and other acoustic concerts."

platform /ˈplætˌfɔrm/ noun

a raised surface on which people or things can stand

"Stand on the platform."

"The speaker stood confidently on the elevated platform, addressing the large and expectant crowd assembled before him."

message /ˈmɛsɪdʒ/ noun

a written or spoken piece of information or communication sent to or left for another person

"He sent a message."

"She sent a quick text message to her friend to let her know that she would be late for their meeting because the train was delayed due to signal problems."

seat /siːt/ noun

a place in a plane, train, theater, etc. that is designed for people to sit on, particularly one requiring a ticket

"The seat is very soft."

"He reserved a window seat on the plane because he enjoys watching the clouds and the landscape during takeoff and landing."

full /fʊl/ adjective

having no space left

"The glass is full."

"After the generous serving, the plate was completely full, leaving no room for any additional food."

exchange /ɪksˈʧeɪnʤ/ verb

to give something to someone and receive something else from them

"Let's exchange gifts."

"Customers can exchange defective merchandise for a new item at the store."

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