Unit 3 · New Headway Intermediate Vocabulary List

websites and applications enabling users to share content and build communities on their smartphones, computers, etc.

"Social media connects people worldwide."

"Social media platforms have changed the way people communicate and share information around the world."

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

"She will knit a wool sweater."

"My grandmother taught me how to knit warm wool sweaters for the cold winter months in our region."

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

"He goes to gym three times weekly."

"He joined the gym near his office so he could work out during his lunch break instead of wasting time sitting in traffic."

the act of repairing, making, or doing things by oneself instead of paying a professional to do them

"DIY saves money."

"Rather than hiring a contractor, she took a do it yourself approach and renovated the entire bathroom over the weekend."

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

"Swimming and surfing are water sports."

"Water sports like swimming rowing and sailing took place in pools lakes or oceans."

a game designed to be played on a computer

"The computer game is fun."

"He played a computer game for an hour after finishing his homework."

a sport that involves riders performing specific tasks like jumping over obstacles or showcasing their skills on horseback

"Horse riding is her favorite weekend activity."

"Horse riding is her favorite weekend activity and she owns a chestnut mare named Daisy."

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

"Jogging is good for your heart."

"Jogging every morning helped him lose weight but it also improved his mood and gave him more energy throughout busy days."

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

"The helmet protected him."

"The bicyclist always wears a helmet to protect his head in case he falls or gets hit by a car."

a portable, padded, and zippered bag used for sleeping, typically outdoors or while camping

"He sleeps in a sleeping bag on the camping trip."

"He sleeps in a sleeping bag on the camping trip and the ground is hard and cold."

a long board we stand or lie on to ride waves

"The surfboard floated."

"Choosing the right surfboard depends on your skill level weight and the typical wave conditions at the beach where you plan to surf."

a card that can be used to pay for items one buys in a particular store

"Use store card."

"Use your store card to get special discounts and collect points on every purchase you make."

a loose and warm pair of pants and matching jacket worn casually or for doing exercise

"His tracksuit has white stripes."

"The athlete wore a blue tracksuit with white stripes down the legs while warming up before his race."

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

"We pitched our tent by the side of the lake."

"We set up our tent near the lake so that we could wake up early and go fishing in the morning."

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

"The racket is light."

"Her tennis racket needed new strings because the old ones had become loose and were affecting the accuracy of her shots during practice."

a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm

"The wetsuit was tight."

"The diver put on a thick wetsuit before entering the cold ocean to prevent hypothermia."

to drink a liquid by taking a small amount each time

"Sip your tea slowly."

"She sipped her hot tea slowly while reading the morning newspaper and enjoying the quiet sunrise."

a group of wealthy, stylish individuals who travel frequently and luxuriously, often to exclusive destinations for leisure and social activities

"The jet set flies to exotic locations every weekend."

"The jet set flies to exotic locations every weekend and stays in five star hotels."

a plastic card, usually given to us by a bank, that we use to pay for goods and services

"She paid with a credit card."

"Using a credit card abroad can be risky if the bank charges high fees for international transactions."

the lowest level of salary, set by the law

"Minimum wage increased."

"The minimum wage helps workers earn enough to live."

with crucial significance or paramount importance

"It is vitally important to drink water."

"It is vitally important to drink enough water every day to stay healthy and hydrated."

the money that is paid to someone for doing their job

"My pay is low."

"The company offers a competitive pay package that includes health insurance and a retirement savings plan for all employees."

a rise in something's amount, degree, size, etc.

"The company plans an increase in production."

"The increase in traffic accidents prompted the city to lower the speed limit on dangerous roads."

the ability to maintain a steady position or posture, preventing falling or tipping

"Find balance."

"Maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life is crucial for long-term happiness."

to view a specific page or website

"Please go that page."

"You should go to the website's homepage to find the latest updates and information."

the act of moving on foot at a fast pace, often faster than walking, as a form of exercise or to travel a distance quickly

"I like to run."

"Her morning run through the park became a daily ritual for both physical and mental rejuvenation."

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

"Watch the movie with subtitles."

"The children love to watch cartoons on Saturday mornings while eating a big bowl of sugary cereal."

to use one's voice in order to produce musical sounds in the form of a tune or song

"She loves to sing in the choir."

"The talented soprano will sing a beautiful aria that requires exceptional vocal control and emotional expression."

a group of singers who perform together, particularly in religious ceremonies or in public

"The choir sang beautifully."

"The choir performed with strong harmony and impressive control throughout the concert."

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

"Sew the torn fabric again."

"The skilled tailor will sew the intricate embroidery onto the velvet fabric with remarkable dexterity."

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."

the act of buying goods from stores

"Shopping can be relaxing."

"Online shopping has become incredibly convenient but it also makes it harder to control impulsive purchases."

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 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."

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

"Children like to play."

"Young children often play with colorful building blocks, constructing imaginative towers and entire fantastical worlds."

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

"They played squash."

"They played squash after work to stay fit and clear their minds."

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

"He cycles to work every day."

"He cycles to work every day to save money on gas and get some exercise at the same time."

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

"Camping is exciting in summer."

"The family went camping in the forest and slept in a tent under the stars for two nights."

a way of instruction through repetition and a lot of practice

"We do a math drill."

"The language drill focused on improving fluency through repetitive practice and immediate feedback."

the act or practice of concentrating on the mind and releasing negative energy or thoughts for religious reasons or for calming one's mind

"Meditation helps calm the mind."

"Daily meditation practice can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety by training the mind to focus on the present moment without judgment."

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

"These are trainers."

"She slipped on her favorite trainers for a brisk morning jog, appreciating their lightweight design and supportive cushioning."

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

"The sales team exceeded their targets."

"The company's sales increased dramatically after they launched their new advertising campaign online."

a seat made for riding on the back of a horse or other animal

"The saddle was soft."

"She adjusted the saddle on the horse before beginning her leisurely ride."

a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc.

"The doctor used a needle."

"A fine needle is required to administer the subcutaneous injection precisely."

a thin strand of material, such as cotton, nylon, or silk, used for sewing or weaving

"Use this thread to sew."

"The delicate embroidery required a fine silk thread to achieve its intricate detail."

a small tool with a metal part by which screws can be turned

"Use screwdriver now."

"He used a flathead screwdriver to tighten the loose screw on the cabinet door."

the part of a bicycle that connects the front fork to the frame, allowing it to turn for steering

"New headset."

"The cyclist checked that the headset was properly tightened to ensure safe and responsive steering."

a thick plastic or rubber material used in particular sports for landing or lying on

"The mat is soft."

"He rolled out a mat for exercise."

short pants that end either above or at the knees

"He put on shorts."

"For the casual summer picnic, he opted to wear comfortable shorts that allowed for easy movement."

(of hair) not brushed or cut neatly

"His hair was unkempt."

"After days of hiking without a comb, his hair was completely unkempt and disheveled."

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

"We watched television last night."

"The family gathered around the television every evening to watch the news together and discuss current events before eating dinner."

to choose something among other things

"She will go for the gold medal."

"The athlete decided to go for the gold medal despite suffering from a minor injury before the competition."