Unit 2 - Part 2 · Interchange Intermediate Vocabulary List

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?"

not going in a straight line or the shortest way

"She took an indirect route."

"The indirect route through the mountains took longer than the highway but the views were so beautiful that they did not mind the extra driving time."

buildings in which people live, including their condition, prices, or types

"Good housing is important for families."

"The lack of affordable housing in the city has forced many young people to live with their parents well into their thirties."

any of the large land masses of the earth surrounded by sea such as Europe, Africa or Asia

"Africa is a continent."

"Europe is one of the seven continents."

(of a space) filled with things or people

"The train is crowded."

"The crowded train made it difficult to find a seat and many passengers had to stand for the entire journey."

a place where children or the elderly are supervised and cared for during the day while their families are busy, and provided with meals, activities, and rest

"The child goes to daycare at 8 AM."

"The child goes to daycare at eight AM and his parents pick him up around five in the evening."

used to introduce a contrast to what has just been said

"Although it rained we enjoyed the picnic."

"Although it was raining heavily they decided to go for a walk anyway."

an amount of money we receive for doing our job, usually monthly

"Her salary is good."

"His salary was increased by ten percent after he successfully completed a difficult project that brought significant revenue to the company throughout the year."

the health services and treatments given to people

"Good healthcare system is very important."

"Access to affordable healthcare is a major concern for many families who struggle to pay for insurance premiums doctor visits and prescription medications."

the process that involves teaching and learning, particularly at a school, university, or college

"Education is important."

"Access to quality education is one of the most important factors determining a person future success and earning potential in modern society."

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

"We walked on the beach."

"Every summer, our family loves to spend the entire day at the beach building sandcastles."

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

"The forest has many tall trees."

"They got lost in the dense forest and had to wait until morning to find their way out."

a person whose job is to take tourists to interesting places and show them around

"The guide explained everything clearly."

"The tour guide entertained everyone with interesting historical facts and humorous stories while leading the group through the old city streets."

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."

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.

"This sign means stop."

"In mathematics, the plus sign is a fundamental symbol used to indicate addition or a positive quantity."

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."

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

"The color is natural."

"The natural light in the room made it feel warm and inviting without the need for any lamps or overhead lighting fixtures."

a particular part or region of a city, country, or the world

"This area is known for its beautiful beaches."

"The downtown area is crowded with shops and restaurants but the residential neighborhoods are quiet and peaceful."

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

"Safety is important."

"We must prioritize the safety of all passengers during the flight."

movies, television shows, etc. or an activity that is made for people to enjoy

"The circus provided great entertainment for children."

"The shopping mall offers various entertainment options including a cinema an arcade and a bowling alley."

a person who writes books, articles, etc., often as a job

"The author signed copies of his book."

"The author signed copies of her new book for a long line of eager fans at the bookstore."

to expect or hope for something

"We look for a good outcome."

"The detective spent hours looking for clues that could help solve the mysterious disappearance case."

the number of people who live in a particular city or country

"City population grows bigger yearly."

"The population of Tokyo is over thirteen million people making it one of the most densely populated cities on Earth."

in or for every one hundred, shown by the symbol (%)

"He gave one hundred percent."

"The company reported a ten percent increase in profits this quarter, exceeding all expectations."

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

"The resident is happy."

"The new community center aims to provide essential services for every resident in the surrounding neighborhoods."

extremely great or large

"The story is incredible."

"The incredible view from the mountaintop took her breath away and she stood there in silence for several minutes."

something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives

"This is one option."

"We discussed every possible option before making a final decision on the project."

to state or suggest something without being asked or told

"He volunteered the answer."

"She decided to volunteer at the local animal shelter every weekend to help care for the abandoned pets."

to get money for the job that we do or services that we provide

"Workers earn money from hard work."

"She works as a freelance graphic designer to earn extra money while she completes her university degree in art and design."

owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot

"He is very rich."

"The entrepreneur became incredibly rich after successfully launching several innovative technology companies."

the connection among two or more things or people or the way in which they are connected

"We have a good relationship."

"Building a strong relationship requires consistent effort, open communication, and mutual respect."

the typical way a person thinks or feels about something or someone, often affecting their behavior and decisions

"Her attitude is positive."

"His positive attitude towards challenges helped him succeed where others gave up after facing initial difficulties or setbacks."

(of a person) having no doubt about something

"I am positive."

"Despite the challenges ahead, she remained positive about their chances of achieving success."

used to show that something is surprising or is not expected

"She is even taller than me."

"She is even taller than me and I am already quite tall for my age so that is surprising."

the group of politicians in control of a country or state

"The government made a new rule."

"The government announced new policies aimed at reducing unemployment including tax breaks for small businesses that hire local workers."