Quantities and Containers: English Vocabulary List

related to or using a temperature scale on which water boils at 212° and freezes at 32°

"Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit."

"Water freezes at thirty two degrees Fahrenheit and boils at two hundred twelve degrees."

relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°

"Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius."

"Water freezes at zero degrees Celsius and boils at one hundred degrees at sea level."

related to or using a temperature scale on which water boils at 100° and freezes at 0°

"Centigrade is another name for Celsius."

"Centigrade is another name for the Celsius temperature scale used in most countries around the world."

a unit for measuring weight equal to approximately 28.34 grams

"One ounce weighs 28 grams."

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"

a unit used to measure liquids in the United States, equivalent to approximately 3.785 liters

"The gallon is full."

"The price of a gallon of gasoline has dropped significantly compared to last year making road trips more affordable for families on tight budgets."

a unit of length equal to one-twelfth of a foot or 2.54 centimeters

"Just one inch more."

"The tiny seedling grew only an inch taller each day, but its progress was still noticeable."

a box made of cardboard or plastic for storing goods, especially liquid

"The carton is empty."

"He opened the carton of milk and immediately noticed a sour smell indicating the product had expired several days before."

a container with a wide opening and a lid, typically made of glass or ceramic, used to store food such as honey, jam, pickles, etc.

"The jar is closed."

"The jar of pickles was sealed so tightly that she had to ask her husband to open it because her hands were too weak."

a flat object with elevated edges, often used for holding or carrying food and drink

"The waiter carried a tray of drinks."

"The waiter carried a heavy tray loaded with six plates of food balancing it skillfully on one hand while walking between crowded tables."

a round open container, made of plastic or metal, with a handle used for keeping or carrying things

"The bucket is heavy."

"She filled the bucket with soapy water and grabbed a sponge ready to wash the car which was covered in dried mud."

to a degree or extent that is sufficient or necessary

"She is old enough."

"She is old enough to drive a car but she has not passed her driving test yet."

a set of twelve items

"We bought a dozen eggs."

"She bought a dozen eggs from the farmer market noting that they were more expensive than supermarket eggs but the quality was noticeably better."

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

"The map has a scale of one inch to a mile."

"The Richter scale is a logarithmic scale used to quantify the size of earthquakes based on the amplitude of seismic waves recorded by seismographs."

an individual part used to build or create something

"Take one piece."

"He ate every single piece of the chocolate cake leaving nothing but crumbs on the plate and a guilty feeling in his stomach."

a small cut of a larger portion such as a piece of cake, pizza, etc.

"She ate a slice."

"She cut a generous slice of warm bread from the loaf and spread butter on it enjoying the simple pleasure of fresh baking."

bread that has a particular shape and is baked in one piece, usually sliced before being served

"The loaf is fresh."

"The bakery sells sourdough loaf that takes three days to prepare because the fermentation process develops the characteristic tangy flavor and chewy texture."

a block of solid material such as chocolate or soap

"I need a bar of soap."

"She broke off a small bar of the rich, dark chocolate to enjoy after dinner."

something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one

"The roll is soft."

"He ordered a bread roll with his soup instead of crackers using the soft bread to soak up every last drop of broth."

the quantity of things or people

"What is the number?"

"Please provide the total number of participants who have registered for the upcoming conference."

a group of things sharing the same quality, usually connected to each other

"She held a bunch of flowers."

"She bought a bunch of fresh cilantro from the market to garnish the curry knowing that the herb would brighten the dish significantly."

a noticeably huge number or amount of a particular thing

"The pile is high."

"The leaves formed a large pile in the corner of the yard where the children loved to jump into them every autumn."

a group of people or objects placed in a line

"A row of trees."

"The soldiers stood in a neat row, awaiting their instructions from the commanding officer."

the outer part of an area or object that is furthest from the center

"Be careful near the edge of the cliff."

"He stood at the edge of the swimming pool hesitating because the water looked colder than he had expected despite the warm weather."

any object that can be used to store something in, such as a bottle, box, etc.

"The container is large."

"She stored leftover food in an airtight container to keep it fresh for several days instead of wrapping it loosely in plastic."

a container in which goods can be stored and safely carried around

"Put it in the case."

"The valuable artifact was carefully placed inside a protective case for its journey to the museum."

a convenient package or parcel of items, often small and commercially sold

"The pack is heavy."

"She carried a pack of tissues in her purse because she suffered from seasonal allergies and needed them frequently throughout the day."

a small bag typically made of paper, plastic, etc., that can contain various things, such as tea, sugar, or spices

"The packet is sealed."

"The instruction packet included diagrams written in six different languages making it easy for international customers to assemble the furniture correctly."

a box or container in which items are packed

"The package arrived today."

"A package arrived on the doorstep containing the book she had ordered weeks ago which she had completely forgotten about by now."

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."

a deep round container with a handle and a very narrow opening that is used for keeping liquids, usually has a stopper or cap

"The jug is full."

"She filled the jug with cold water from the refrigerator and placed it on the dinner table so everyone could serve themselves."

a flexible container that is used to store thick liquids

"The tube is small."

"He squeezed the last bit of toothpaste from the tube rolling the end tightly to force out every remaining amount before throwing it away."

a container, made of metal, used for storing food or drink

"She opens a can of soda."

"She opens a can of soda and the carbonated drink fizzes as she pours it into a glass of ice."

an object, usually made of wicker or plastic, with a handle for carrying or keeping things

"Put fruit in the basket."

"She carried a beautiful woven basket filled with fresh flowers from the garden."

more than enough or the amount needed

"I need an extra chair."

"The restaurant offered extra bread rolls to satisfy everyone's hunger at the table."

the highest amount, degree, or extent there is or is possible, allowed or needed

"The maximum speed on this road is thirty miles per hour."

"The maximum speed on this road is thirty miles per hour and drivers can be fined for exceeding it."

the lowest amount, degree, or extent there is or is possible, allowed or required

"The minimum is ten."

"The minimum wage has been increased to ensure a basic standard of living for all workers."

very little in quantity or amount

"The time is limited."

"The limited time for the exam meant students had to work quickly without any delays."

used to indicate that something has increased twice in number, amount, or extent

"The price doubled."

"Please check the address double before sending the important package to avoid any costly mistakes."

used to show that something is as much or as many as it is needed or wanted

"Is there enough food?"

"We have enough time to finish the project before the deadline next week."

goods in a small bag that is typically made of paper, plastic, etc.

"Open the packet."

"He bought a small packet of biscuits to share with his friends during the break."

a small amount, quantity, or piece of something

"A bit of cake."

"The tiny bit of information he provided was not enough to solve the mysterious puzzle."

the quantity or the contents within a deep large container with a wide mouth and a handle

"Pour the pitcher."

"The pitcher of iced tea was refreshing on the hot summer afternoon."

a deep round container with a handle and a curved opening, used for pouring liquids

"Pour water in pitcher."

"The elegant glass pitcher was filled with iced tea and garnished with lemon slices."