Lesson 3A, Lesson 3B, Lesson 3C and 12 More Topics · New English File Pre Intermediate Vocabulary List

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

"We arrived at the airport two hours early."

"We arrived at the airport three hours before our flight to have enough time to check our bags and go through security."

the act of arriving at a place from somewhere else

"The arrival of the train is on platform three."

"We waited at the airport for the arrival of our delayed flight from London."

the area where one leaves one's suitcases, bags, etc. to be loaded onto a plane

"The bag drop counter closes 40 minutes before the flight."

"The bag drop counter closes forty minutes before the flight and late passengers must take their bags to oversize luggage."

the area at an airport where passengers can collect their cases, bags, etc. after they land

"Baggage claim was crowded."

"We met at baggage claim after landing."

the process of arriving at a location such as an airport, a hotel, etc., and reporting one's presence

"Hotel check-in is at three."

"Please complete your check-in at the counter before proceeding to the gate."

the place at an airport or port where passengers' bags are checked for illegal goods as they enter a country

"Go through customs now."

"Going through customs took nearly two hours because the officers were carefully inspecting every suitcase due to reports of illegal items being smuggled."

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

"The departure of the flight was delayed by an hour."

"The departure of the flight was delayed by two hours due to bad weather conditions at the airport."

the part of a fence or wall outside a building that we can open and close to enter or leave a place

"Open the gate now."

"He carefully closed the heavy wooden gate behind him to secure the property."

a box-like device that goes up and down and is used to get to the different floors of a building

"Take the lift up."

"He pressed the button for the lift, anticipating a swift ascent to the penthouse apartment on the thirtieth floor."

a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

"Flights to the US leave from Terminal 5."

"Passengers should check in at least two hours before their terminal departure time."

a vehicle that has two or four wheels and is used to carry objects in an airport, terminal, or supermarket

"Use the trolley for bags."

"She loaded her groceries onto the trolley before heading to the checkout counter."

to reach a destination, typically a place or a city, after a journey

"We arrived in Paris yesterday."

"After a long flight, they finally arrived in Tokyo and checked into their hotel."

to reach a decision, understanding, or conclusion after consideration or discussion

"We finally arrived at a decision."

"After hours of discussion, the committee arrived at a decision that satisfied everyone involved."

to remain in a state of expectation or anticipation for something or someone

"I am waiting for the bus."

"Please wait for me at the entrance because I do not want to go inside alone."

to believe that something is morally right or acceptable

"I agree with it."

"I completely agree with your opinion about the need for stricter environmental protection laws."

to give our attention to the sound a person or thing is making

"Listen carefully to the instructions."

"It is important to listen carefully to what others are saying instead of just waiting for your turn to speak."

to give money or something else of value in exchange for goods or services

"You have to pay for your own ticket."

"You will have to pay for the damaged window because you were the one who broke it."

to use money in exchange for the purchase of a specific item or the utilization of a particular service

"Spend money on experiences."

"She decided to spend her bonus money on a new laptop for her studies instead of buying expensive clothes."

to firmly trust in the goodness or value of something

"She believes in helping others always."

"You need to believe in yourself if you want others to believe in your abilities and potential."

to take a person or thing's situation and circumstances into account while making decisions

"Think about your future plans."

"Before making a major life decision you should take some time to think about all the possible consequences."

to require someone or something for support, maintenance, help, etc.

"We depend on rain."

"The entire community will depend on the successful harvest for their survival through the long winter."

to state that one wants to see or speak to someone specific

"I ask for John."

"Could you please ask for the manager as I have a serious complaint to discuss?"

to talk to someone about something

"I will speak now."

"The distinguished guest was invited to speak eloquently about his extensive experiences in international diplomacy."

to be a member or part of a particular group or organization

"He belongs to the club."

"She felt a strong sense of community because she belonged to a supportive group of artists."

(of two or more things) having qualities in common that are not exactly the same

"The two shirts are similar."

"The two dresses were similar in color and style but one was much more expensive because it was made by a famous designer."

a building where works of art are displayed for the public to enjoy

"Art gallery exhibits artworks for sale."

"An art gallery displays and sells works of art to the public often representing multiple artists."

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."

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

"They sunbathe by pool."

"She loves to sunbathe on the beach, enjoying the warm summer rays."

(of hair) having a spiral-like pattern

"My hair is curly."

"Her curly hair bounced as she walked and she often complained that it was difficult to brush because the tangles were so tight."

someone who announces or plays popular recorded music on radio or TV, or at a disco, club, etc.

"The disc jockey played great songs."

"The disc jockey kept the crowd excited by choosing music that matched the mood of the party."

used to indicate that something or someone shares the same qualities or features to another

"He looks like his father."

"He looks exactly like his father when his father was young and had dark hair."

located across from a particular thing, typically separated by an intervening space

"He sat on the opposite side."

"The restaurant is on the opposite side of the street and you can see the sign from here if you look across the road."

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."

a sample, showing what the rest of the data is typically like

"This is a good example."

"She gave an example that made the rule easier to understand."

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

"What kind is this?"

"This particular kind of rare orchid is known for its vibrant colors and unique fragrance."

tired and unhappy because there is nothing to do or because we are no longer interested in something

"The student is bored."

"The bored children complained that there was nothing to do on the rainy afternoon at home."

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

"The lecture is boring."

"The boring lecture lasted for three hours and half of the students fell asleep in their chairs."

feeling very unhappy and having no hope

"She feels depressed."

"She feels depressed and has lost interest in activities she used to enjoy."

making one feel sad and hopeless

"The news is depressing."

"The depressing movie about war and loss left everyone in the theater feeling sad and hopeless afterward."

feeling calm and at ease without tension or stress

"I feel relaxed."

"After a long hot bath she felt relaxed and ready to go to sleep peacefully."

helping our body or mind rest

"The music is relaxing."

"The relaxing music and soft candlelight made the spa feel peaceful and she fell asleep during her massage because she was so comfortable and calm."

having a feeling of curiosity or attention toward a particular thing or person because one likes them

"I am interested in art."

"I am interested in learning how to play the guitar so I signed up for lessons."

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

"The book is interesting."

"The interesting documentary about space exploration showed never before seen footage of astronauts walking on the moon and repairing satellites in orbit around the earth."

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

"The trip was exciting."

"The exciting basketball game went into overtime and the home team won with a three point shot as the buzzer sounded at the end."

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."

causing one to feel fear

"The movie is frightening."

"The frightening horror movie made her cover her eyes with a blanket and hide under the covers."

feeling very happy, interested, and energetic

"The child is excited."

"The excited children could barely sleep on Christmas Eve because they were waiting for Santa to arrive."

of the number 100; the number of years in a century

"She has one hundred euros."

"One hundred people attended the wedding ceremony and the reception hall was completely full."

one of the two equal parts of something conveyed using percentages

"Fifty percent of the students passed the exam."

"Fifty percent of the students passed the exam and the other half will have to retake it next month."

the number 84

"I am eighty-four."

"The eighty-four-year-old grandmother shared fascinating stories from her long and eventful life with her grandchildren."

the number 1 followed by 3 zeros

"One thousand people came."

"The charity managed to raise over one thousand dollars through its annual fundraising event held last Saturday afternoon."

coming or happening just after the fourth person or thing

"Today is my fifth birthday."

"The fifth grade students went on a field trip to the science museum and they learned about dinosaurs and space exploration."

the unit of money in the US, Canada, Australia and several other countries, equal to 100 cents

"The dollar is strong today."

"Although I had enough dollars with me the currency exchange office was already closed for the day."

the number 75

"She is seventy-five years old."

"The seventy-fifth anniversary of the organization was celebrated with a landmark global conference."

one part of something that has been divided into three equal parts

"One-third of the cake is left."

"One third of the cake is left and we can have it for dessert after dinner tonight."

two parts of something that has been divided into three equal parts

"Two-thirds of the voters support the new law."

"Two thirds of the voters support the new law and the opposition does not have enough votes to block it."

the number 1 followed by 6 zeros

"She earned a million dollars."

"Over one million subscribers joined the platform within the first week of its public launch."

an extremely small mark that is circular in shape

"Put a point here."

"He used a tiny point of red paint to mark the exact location on the map."

a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

"He has strong muscles."

"Exercise helps build muscle and improves overall strength."

the red liquid that the heart pumps through the body, carrying oxygen to and carbon dioxide from the tissues

"There was blood on the cloth."

"Blood carries oxygen through the body and keeps us alive."

any of the hard pieces making up the skeleton in humans and some animals

"The bone was broken."

"Bones help support the body and protect organs."

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."

milk that has a low percentage of fat

"Low-fat milk contains one or two percent fat."

"Low fat milk had one percent milk fat making it less creamy than whole but lower in calories."

used to connect two words, phrases, or sentences referring to related things

"I like tea and coffee."

"I went to the store and bought some milk and bread for breakfast."

a drink that is made by extracting the liquid that exists inside of fruits

"Fruit juice is squeezed fruit."

"Fruit juice is the liquid extracted from fruits containing natural sugars and vitamins."

the brand of a sweet and brown drink that has bubbles in it

"Coca-Cola is famous."

"They served Coca-Cola at the party because many guests preferred it."

one of the things in our mouth that are hard and white and we use to chew and bite food with

"He lost a tooth."

"She accidentally cracked her tooth while biting into the hard candy at the party."

the general condition of a person's mind or body

"Good health is important."

"Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise are crucial for overall physical and mental health."

our or an animal's hands, legs, head, and every other part together

"The body needs water."

"The human body works better when it gets enough sleep."

the body part that pushes the blood to go to all parts of our body

"My heart beats."

"Regular cardiovascular exercise is vital for maintaining a healthy heart and overall well-being."

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

"Liver filters blood."

"The liver filters toxins from the blood and produces bile needed for digesting fats properly."

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

"What is your diet?"

"A balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables is essential for maintaining good health."

any drink that can make people intoxicated, such as wine, beer, etc.

"This drink has alcohol."

"The doctor advised him to limit his intake of alcohol for health reasons."

a drink we make by soaking dried tea leaves in hot water

"She drank tea after dinner."

"The English tourists enjoyed a cup of hot tea with milk and sugar while sitting in a small cafe and watching the rain fall on the cobblestone street outside."

a drink made by mixing hot water with crushed coffee beans, which is usually brown

"He drinks coffee every morning."

"Coffee helps him wake up before work."

used when wanting to give a negative meaning to a sentence, phrase, or word

"Do not touch the hot stove."

"Do not touch the hot stove because you will burn your hand and it will hurt very much."

used to refer to all the members of a group of things or people

"Every child needs love."

"Every student must submit their homework by Friday or they will receive a zero grade."

to a small extent or degree

"Please wait a bit."

"Could you please turn down the music a bit because I am trying to concentrate."

to a very great degree

"The view was incredibly beautiful."

"The athlete trained incredibly hard for months to achieve her personal best time."

to a degree that is significant but not extreme

"The movie was quite good actually."

"The movie was quite good actually much better than I expected from the bad reviews I had read online."

to a high degree, used for emphasis

"He is really happy."

"She was really impressed by the unexpected generosity of the stranger."

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."

feeling very annoyed because of something that we do not like

"He is angry."

"The angry customer demanded to speak with the manager after receiving the wrong order for the third time."

avoiding work or activity and preferring to do as little as possible

"He is lazy."

"The lazy student did not complete his homework and then lied to the teacher about having technical issues with his computer."

emotionally bad or unhappy

"The movie is sad."

"The sad dog waited by the door every day for its owner who never came home again."

with little or no noise

"The library is quiet."

"The quiet library was the perfect place for her to study for the difficult medical school entrance exam."

needing attention and action because of possible danger or risk

"The injury is serious."

"The serious accident on the highway caused a major traffic jam that lasted for more than three hours this morning."

moving, happening, or being done at a speed that is low

"The turtle is slow."

"The slow internet connection made it impossible to watch the video without constant buffering so she gave up and read a book instead."

the part in a path that separates into two paths with different directions

"The turning was confusing."

"At the next turning, you should bear left to reach the secluded mountain village."

a set of lights, often colored in red, yellow, and green, that control the traffic on a road

"The traffic lights changed from red to green."

"The traffic lights malfunctioned flashing red in every direction causing confusion at the busy intersection."

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."

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

"Go straight then turn left."

"Go straight then turn left at the traffic lights and you will see the post office on your right."

to select or choose out of other available alternatives

"Please take one cookie."

"You should take the opportunity to learn a new skill while you have the chance."

being number two in order or time

"This is my second choice."

"The second chapter of the book was more exciting than the first and I could not put it down until I finished."

the direction or side that is toward the east when someone or something is facing north

"Turn to the right."

"He instinctively reached for the door on his right, hoping for a quick escape."

to rotate or spin around an axis or center point

"The wheel will go around."

"There is not enough cake to go around because more people showed up than we expected."

an open area in a city or town where two or more streets meet

"We met in the square."

"The bustling city square was the perfect location for the weekend farmer's market."

coming after the second in order or position

"He finished third."

"The third chapter of the book was the most exciting because the hero finally faced the villain in an epic battle for survival."

a way that enables someone to get out of a room, building, or a vehicle of large capacity

"Please use the emergency exit."

"When the fire alarm rang, everyone quickly moved toward the nearest exit to leave the building safely."

the position that someone or something faces, points, or moves toward

"Which direction should we go?"

"The arrow indicates the correct direction for the emergency exit."

to move in a circular direction around a fixed line or point

"Turn the wheel around."

"Remember to turn the lights off when you leave the room to save energy and reduce your electricity bill."

located or directed toward the side of a human body where the heart is

"My left foot hurts."

"Her left hand was injured so she had to write with her right hand for several weeks until the cast came off."

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

"Swimming is a healthy sport."

"Playing a team sport taught him valuable lessons about cooperation and leadership skills."

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

"School athletics program."

"She participates in school athletics and runs very fast in competitions every year successfully."

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

"Regular cycling exercise."

"Regular cycling exercise is excellent for improving heart health and leg strength every day."

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

"She practiced gymnastics at the local gym."

"She started gymnastics at age six and competed nationally by the time she was twelve years old."

a game played by two teams of thirteen or fifteen players, who kick or carry an oval ball over the other team’s line to score points

"Rugby is tough and fast."

"Rugby players do not wear much protective equipment which makes the sport particularly dangerous but also incredibly exciting for spectators."

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

"Skiing is exciting."

"They enjoy skiing during the winter holidays because it gives them both exercise and a change of scenery."

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

"She plays tennis every Sunday."

"We watched a tennis match on television."

the activity or sport of sailing on water by standing on a special board with a sail attached to it

"Windsurfing is difficult."

"They went windsurfing on the lake when the wind was strong."

a game played with a bat and ball by two teams of 9 players who try to hit the ball and then run around four bases before the other team can return the ball

"Baseball is fun to watch."

"Baseball is often considered America's favorite pastime but its popularity has grown significantly in Asian countries like Japan and Korea."

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

"Basketball is fast and exciting."

"He injured his ankle during a basketball game but continued playing because his team had no substitute players available on the bench."

a sport, played by two teams of eleven players who try to score by carrying or kicking an oval ball into the other team's end zone or through their goalpost

"He plays football every Saturday afternoon."

"Football requires both physical strength and strategic thinking because players must constantly anticipate the movements of their opponents on the field."

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

"Handball is fast."

"Handball is a fast paced team sport that requires excellent agility and quick decision making skills."

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

"Volleyball is fun to play."

"The family set up a volleyball net in the backyard and played friendly matches all afternoon while the grandparents watched from the porch and cheered for everyone."

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

"Yoga helps me relax."

"She practices yoga every morning to improve her flexibility and reduce stress from her busy job."

the scientific study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, divisions, products, population, etc.

"Geography involves studying maps and places."

"Human geography explores the complex relationship between people and their environments."

a field of science that deals with the use or study of electronic devices and processes in which data is stored, created, modified, etc.

"Information technology changes fast."

"The information technology department is responsible for maintaining the company's computer network and fixing technical problems."

sport, physical exercise, and games that are taught as a subject in schools

"Physical education includes team sports and fitness."

"Physical education includes team sports and fitness and students learn rules and techniques for various activities."

the scientific study of matter and energy and the relationships between them, including the study of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

"I study physics at school."

"She decided to study physics at university because she was fascinated by how the universe works."

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

"Chemistry is very interesting."

"The chemistry lab experiment demonstrated how different elements react when mixed together under specific conditions."

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

"Biology is the study of living things."

"Marine biology reveals the astonishing biodiversity hidden beneath the ocean's surface."

the study of numbers and shapes that involves calculation and description

"Mathematics is difficult."

"Mathematics is not just about numbers it teaches logical thinking and problem solving skills that are useful in many everyday situations beyond the classroom."

a place where children learn things from teachers

"The school is near my house."

"We walk to school every morning."

a branch or an area of knowledge that we study at a school, college, or university

"Math is a hard subject."

"Her favorite subject in university was ancient history, focusing on the Roman Empire and its influence."

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

"She enjoys creating art."

"Modern art can be difficult to understand because it often challenges traditional ideas about beauty and meaning."

related or belonging to a country or region other than your own

"She speaks a foreign language."

"The foreign exchange student from Japan taught her classmates how to make origami and cook traditional dishes like sushi and tempura at a cultural event."

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

"English is a language."

"Learning a new language opens up opportunities to understand different cultures and connect with more people."

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."

the study of past events, especially as a subject in school or university

"History is my favorite subject."

"We studied the history of our country."

written works that are valued as works of art, such as novels, plays and poems

"She is studying English literature at university."

"She enjoys reading classic literature, especially novels and poetry."

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

"Science helps us understand nature."

"The science class conducted an experiment to see how different liquids affected the rate at which a metal nail would rust over time."

the state of having characteristics, appearances, qualities, etc. that are very alike but not the same

"Similarity links visual elements."

"Similarity is the repetition of visual elements to create a sense of unity in a design."

the way that two or more people or things are different from each other

"The difference is small."

"The difference between them is easy to see."

used to show that a person or thing looks like someone or something else

"She is as me."

"She dressed herself as a famous historical figure for the costume party, complete with elaborate details."

referring to two things together

"Both are good."

"Both of the delicious cakes were quickly devoured by the hungry guests at the birthday celebration."

similar in every detail and totally alike

"The shirts are identical."

"The two sisters are identical twins and even their parents sometimes confuse them."

used to indicate that something or someone shares the same qualities or features to another

"He looks like his father."

"He looks exactly like his father when his father was young and had dark hair."

to move toward a location that the speaker considers to be close or relevant to them

"Come here right now."

"Please come to my party on Saturday night because all of our friends will be there."

to return to a person or place

"They come back soon."

"We are eagerly anticipating that our deployed soldiers will come back home safely to their families."

to contact someone when the first attempt to communicate was missed or was unsuccessful

"He calls back after the meeting."

"The secretary will call you back as soon as the manager is available to speak with you."

to return to a previous location, position, or state

"I will go back home."

"After years of living abroad, he felt a strong desire to go back to his hometown."

to restore or return something that was lost or taken away

"Give back the lost item."

"The charity aims to give back opportunities to those who have faced significant hardship."

to return an amount of money that was borrowed

"I will pay back the loan."

"He promised to pay back the money he borrowed from his friend by the end of the month."

to return an item to its initial owner or sender, typically due to dissatisfaction or mismatch

"Send back the defective product."

"The customer decided to send back the steak because it was overcooked and not prepared as she had requested."

to regain the possession of a thing or person

"Take back the stolen item."

"I need to take back this faulty appliance to the store for a full refund or an exchange."

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."

used to indicate who is supposed to have or use something or where something is intended to be put

"This gift is for you."

"This gift is for you because you have been so kind and helpful to me."

used for showing the place where a person or thing comes from

"I am from Turkey."

"The store is open from nine in the morning until nine at night every day."

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."

used when stating one's opinion about someone or something

"What of this?"

"We should discuss what the committee thinks of the new proposal before making a decision."

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."

used when two or more things or people are together in a single place

"I live with my parents."

"I went to the beach with my friends and we swam in the ocean all day."

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

"English is a language."

"Learning a new language opens up opportunities to understand different cultures and connect with more people."

‌the business of providing accommodation, services and entertainment for people who are visiting a place for pleasure

"Tourism helps the city grow."

"Over tourism has become a serious problem in cities like Venice where the local population struggles to cope with millions of visitors annually."

in what manner or in what way

"How do you make pizza?"

"How do you make pizza from scratch because I have never tried it and I want to learn?"

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."

used when we want to ask at what time something happens

"When will you arrive?"

"When will you arrive at the station so that I can come and pick you up in my car?"

in what place, situation, or position

"Where is my umbrella?"

"Where is my umbrella because I thought I left it by the door but I cannot find it anywhere now."

used to ask or talk about one or more members of a group of things or people, when we are not sure about it or about them

"Which color do you?"

"We need to decide which of the proposed strategies will be most effective in achieving our long-term goals."

used in questions to ask about the name or identity of one person or several people

"Who is that person?"

"Who is the person standing over there by the entrance to the building?"

used to show that the thing mentioned belongs to a particular person or thing

"Whose car is that?"

"Do you know the man whose car was stolen from the parking lot last night?"

used for asking the purpose of or reason for something

"Why did you leave early?"

"Why did you leave early without saying goodbye to anyone at the party last night?"

to use words and our voice to show what we are thinking or feeling

"Say hello to your teacher."

"What did the teacher say about the homework assignment due tomorrow morning in class."

to use words and give someone information

"Tell me the truth please."

"Please tell me the truth about what happened last night because I deserve to know the facts."