Unit 13 - Part 1 · Interchange Beginner Vocabulary List

an object that we cannot or do not need to name when we are talking about it

"That thing on the table is broken."

"The most important thing in life is to be happy and surrounded by people you love."

a place where we can send letters, packages, etc., or buy stamps

"The post office is on the corner."

"She mailed the letter at the post office."

‌a pharmacy that sells medicines and also other types of goods, for example toiletries

"Buy it at the drugstore."

"I need to stop by the drugstore to pick up some aspirin and shampoo."

a place that sells fuel for cars, buses, bikes, etc.

"The gas station is open."

"He stopped at the gas station to fill the tank."

a large store, divided into several parts, each selling different types of goods

"The department store has a restaurant on the top floor."

"The department store has a restaurant on the top floor and sells everything from clothes to furniture."

a shop that sells books, magazines, and sometimes stationery

"Bookstore sells new and used books."

"The independent bookstore hosted weekly author events and reading groups that built loyal local customers."

a type of small restaurant where people can drink coffee, tea, etc. and usually eat light meals too

"We met at a coffee shop."

"The small coffee shop on the corner serves excellent espresso drinks and fresh pastries every morning."

a large store that we can go to and buy food, drinks and other things from

"The supermarket opens early."

"I bought fruit at the supermarket after work."

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

"She carries a backpack."

"She packed her backpack with water snacks and a first aid kit before heading out for a full day hike in the national park."

a type of medication used to relieve the symptoms of the common cold, such as runny nose, cough, and sore throat

"She needs cold medicine."

"He took some cold medicine to alleviate his sore throat and stuffy nose."

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."

a kind of strong black drink made by forcing hot water or steam through coffee

"The espresso is strong."

"A single shot of espresso contains about sixty three milligrams of caffeine which is less than a standard cup of drip coffee but more concentrated."

a liquid used by cars, trucks, etc. as a fuel

"The gasoline is mixed with ethanol."

"The gasoline is mixed with ethanol and has an octane rating of eighty seven."

a small piece of paper or other material that is affixed to a letter or package to indicate that the appropriate postage fee has been paid for its delivery

"Stamp proves postage paid."

"He licked the stamp and stuck it on the upper right corner of the envelope."

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

"Where is the restroom?"

"Could you please direct me to the nearest restroom in this busy shopping mall?"

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

"Call 911 in an emergency."

"In case of an emergency please call the ambulance immediately and stay calm while waiting for help."

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."

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

"This is a beautiful place for a picnic."

"This is my favorite place in the whole city because it is quiet and peaceful for reading."

to reach a specific place

"I get home soon."

"We expect to get to the airport well before our international flight departs."

to get something in exchange for paying money

"I want to buy it."

"We decided to buy the house after a thorough inspection and negotiation."

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."

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

"The egg cracked on the floor."

"I boiled an egg for breakfast this morning."

a colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly

"The magazine has many pictures."

"He bought a sports magazine yesterday."

available to and shared by everyone, not only for a special group

"This is a public park."

"The public library is free for everyone and has thousands of books to borrow."

a point or area at which two edges, sides, or lines meet

"Turn the corner."

"The shop is on the corner of the street."

on the opposite side of a given area or location

"They walked across the street."

"We could see the ancient ruins clearly from across the valley."

in, into, or at the space that is separating two things, places, or people

"The bank is between the cafe and the shop."

"The library is between the bank and the post office on Main Street."

a quality or feature of someone or something that evokes interest, liking, or desire in others

"A big attraction."

"Her infectious enthusiasm was a major attraction for new team members."

the middle part or point of an area or object

"The center is crowded."

"The fountain in the town square is located precisely at the center of the park."

a wide straight street in a town or a city, usually with buildings and trees on both sides

"The avenue is lined with old oak trees."

"The main avenue was lined with cherry blossom trees that bloom beautifully every spring attracting tourists who come specifically to take photographs."

a public path for vehicles in a village, town, or city, usually with buildings, houses, etc. on its sides

"The street is busy."

"Children play on the street after school."

to or at a great distance

"The station is far."

"The station is not far from here so you can easily walk there in less than ten minutes."