Unit 11 - 11A · Face2Face Elementary Vocabulary List

the work that we do regularly to earn money

"He found a new job."

"She applied for twenty different jobs online before she finally received a phone call inviting her to come in for an interview at a small marketing firm."

an electronic device that stores and processes data

"He spends all day working at his computer."

"A quantum computer performs incredibly complex calculations not with simple bits"

the days of the week, usually Saturday and Sunday, when people do not have to go to work or school

"We went to the beach at the weekend."

"We usually visit relatives and relax during the weekend together."

a sweet dessert made from flour, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, and other ingredients, typically served in slices

"Chocolate cake contains cocoa."

"The chocolate cake was covered in dark ganache and decorated with fresh raspberries."

a personal goal or promise made at the beginning of the year to improve oneself or achieve something

"His New Year's resolution is to exercise more."

"Her New Year's resolution was to exercise at least three times every week."

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."

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

"He tries to keep fit."

"He tries to stay fit by going to the gym three times a week and eating a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables."

to experience a specific condition, state, or action

"I get tired."

"After the long journey, he began to get quite weary and longed for a comfortable bed."

to do a job or task, usually for a company or organization, in order to receive money

"She works at a bank."

"He works at a hospital downtown as a nurse in the emergency room."

needing a lot of skill or effort to do

"This puzzle is hard."

"The advanced calculus problem proved to be incredibly hard for most of the students in the class."

to a smaller amount, extent, etc. in comparison to a previous state or another thing or person

"Eat less sugar for better health."

"Eat less sugar for better health and to reduce your risk of developing diabetes and other diseases."

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

"Do not lose your keys."

"It is easy to lose your sense of direction when navigating through the dense, unfamiliar forest."

the heaviness of something or someone, which can be measured

"He lifted a heavy weight at the gym."

"Gross vehicle weight is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle as specified by the manufacturer"

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

"We enjoy our holiday."

"This year's holiday was a much-needed break filled with relaxation, exploration, and joyful family activities."

to undergo or experience something

"We have a problem."

"The nation had to have a period of national mourning following the tragic event."

the feeling of enjoyment or amusement

"The game was fun."

"We had fun at the party last night."

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

"Do the dishes now."

"What do you want to do this weekend because I am free on both Saturday and Sunday."

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

"I'm taking a photography course now."

"This intensive course offers a comprehensive overview of modern economic theory."

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

"Exercise keeps you healthy."

"Regular exercise not only improves physical health but also reduces stress and anxiety according to numerous scientific studies published recently."

to end a particular action or activity for a short period of time to do something else

"Please stop talking now."

"The driver decided to stop the car briefly to check the map."

the habit or act of breathing the smoke of a cigarette, pipe, etc. in and out

"Smoking is prohibited in this restaurant."

"Smoking was banned in all indoor public spaces to protect non smokers from secondhand smoke."

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 piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

"Our country is beautiful."

"They traveled across the country by train."

a building where people live, especially as a family

"They bought a new house."

"The house has three bedrooms and a small garden."

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

"Eat your vegetables for dinner."

"It is important to eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits vegetables and whole grains for good health."

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

"This candy is sweet."

"The sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the kitchen, promising a delightful and sugary treat."