Unit 6 - Part 2 · Interchange Beginner Vocabulary List

to want something or someone that we must have if we want to do or be something

"Plants need sunlight and water."

"Plants need sunlight water and nutrients from the soil to grow healthy and strong."

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 period of time that is made up of twenty-four hours

"Today is a sunny day."

"A busy day feels easier when you start it with a clear plan."

not commonly happening or done

"The bird is unusual."

"It is unusual for it to snow in this region during spring so everyone was surprised when the white flakes started falling."

accurate and in accordance with reality or truth

"That is correct."

"The correct answer to the riddle was fire and the child was proud when she guessed it before anyone else in the class."

to give someone money in exchange for goods or services

"Please pay the bill now."

"You must pay your rent on time or the landlord will charge you a late fee."

having unusual, unexpected, or confusing qualities

"The sound is strange."

"She heard a strange noise coming from the basement but when she went to check nothing was there at all."

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

"We have different opinions."

"We have different opinions about politics but we still respect each other as friends."

used to refer to all the members of a group of things or people

"Every child needs love."

"Every student must submit their homework by Friday or they will receive a zero grade."

someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

"The early bird catches the worm."

"The early bird got the best parking spot because she arrived before everyone else."

a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities

"This is a big room."

"The conference room was filled with attendees eager to discuss the new proposal."

a building where we give money to stay and eat food in when we are traveling

"We booked a room in a five-star hotel."

"A capsule hotel is a unique type of lodging found mainly in Japan"

a business that makes arrangements for people who want to travel

"The travel agency booked our flight."

"The travel agency helped us book flights and a hotel for our vacation in Italy."

people who are involved in commercial or industrial activities, such as buying, selling, or managing a company

"The business people attended the conference."

"The business people networked extensively, exchanging valuable contacts and insights during the summit."

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

"The tourist took many photos."

"The tourist asked for directions to the museum but accidentally walked in the opposite direction because the map was confusing."

to reach for something and hold it

"Please take this book."

"He reached out to take the offered hand and gratefully accepted the assistance."

to have your home somewhere specific

"I live here."

"They decided to live in a small cottage nestled deep within the enchanting forest."

to hold or own something

"I have a book."

"She was fortunate to have inherited a substantial amount of wealth from her generous grandmother."

doing or happening after the time that is usual or expected

"The bus is late."

"The late train arrived twenty minutes after its scheduled time and made everyone late for work that morning."

happening or done before the usual or scheduled time

"The train is early."

"She arrived early to the meeting and had to wait for twenty minutes because nobody else was there yet."

used to refer to every number, part, amount of something or a particular group

"All children like ice cream."

"All of the children were playing outside in the park when it started to rain."

expressing the exact time when something happens

"The class starts at nine."

"The event is scheduled to commence promptly at eight o'clock this evening."

used to show a day or date

"The party is on Saturday."

"We have a crucial exam scheduled on the third Monday of next month."

a plan or timetable outlining the sequence of events or activities

"Check the schedule."

"The project schedule outlines all critical milestones and deadlines for the development team."

a meeting at which one is asked some questions to see whether one is qualified for a course of study, job, etc.

"I have an interview today."

"She prepared for the job interview by researching the company and practicing common questions."

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

"He is professional."

"She decided to pursue a professional career in medicine after volunteering at the local hospital."

to have very strong feelings for someone or something that is important to us and we like a lot and want to take care of

"I love my family very much."

"She loves to read mystery novels in her free time especially those by Agatha Christie."

furniture we use to sleep on that normally has a frame and mattress

"The cat sleeps on my bed every night."

"She made her bed every morning as soon as she woke up because she liked how neat and tidy the room looked with the blankets smooth and the pillows arranged nicely."

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

"I love to travel abroad."

"She loves to travel to different countries and learn about their cultures and traditions."

to remain in a particular place

"Please stay here."

"We decided to stay at home and watch a movie instead of going out."

used to indicate the exact time or place of something

"Turn right here."

"Please be at the meeting point right at 8:00 AM so we can depart on time."

used to consider every member or item of a group separately

"Each person gets one."

"Each participant in the workshop received a personalized certificate of completion."

a type of electromagnetic radiation that makes it possible to see, produced by the sun or another source of illumination

"I need more light."

"The dim light filtered through the trees, creating an ethereal atmosphere in the forest."

sounds that are usually unwanted or loud

"The noise is loud."

"Constant noise from the construction site next door made it impossible for her to concentrate on studying for her final law school exams."

to have some information about something

"I know the answer to that."

"I have known my best friend since we were five years old and we have shared many wonderful memories together."

someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

"The manager solved the problem quickly."

"The manager called a meeting to discuss the low productivity numbers and to find possible solutions quickly."