Unit 7 - 7B · Face2Face Pre Intermediate Vocabulary List

a piece of cloth or paper that you use for drying your body or things such as dishes

"The towel is soft."

"He hung his wet towel on the bathroom door hoping it would dry before evening because he needed to pack it for his trip tomorrow."

a cream that is applied to the skin to protect it from the harmful rays of the sun

"Use sunscreen daily."

"She applied sunscreen before going outside."

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

"The sandal is open."

"She wore comfortable leather sandals on the hot day because sneakers would make her feet sweat too much."

a substance for chewing with different tastes such as strawberry, mint, etc.

"Chewing gum is sticky."

"He offered her a piece of peppermint chewing gum after lunch to freshen her breath before the afternoon meeting."

a product that a person puts on their skin before shaving to make it easier to shave and to keep their skin moisturized

"He applies shaving gel before using the razor."

"The shaving gel produced a thick lather that softened his beard before he used the razor."

a type of clothing worn by people when swimming or participating in water sports

"Her swimming costume is red."

"She wore a one piece black swimming costume to the pool for her daily lap swimming routine."

the shorts men or boys wear to go swimming

"His swimming trunks are blue."

"He wore baggy blue swimming trunks with a mesh liner to the beach for a day of sun and surfing."

a hat with a broad edge that protects the head and the neck from the sun

"She wears a large sun hat."

"She wore a wide brimmed straw sun hat to protect her fair skin from burning while gardening in the summer sun."

a soft and thick substance we put on a toothbrush to clean our teeth

"The toothpaste is minty."

"This toothpaste contains fluoride which helps prevent cavities by strengthening the enamel on your teeth but some people prefer fluoride free alternatives."

a small brush with a long handle that we use for cleaning our teeth

"I bought a new toothbrush."

"He packed his toothbrush and toothpaste in his carry-on bag so he could brush his teeth during the long layover at the airport in Chicago."

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

"He cleaned his boots."

"He put on his heavy work boots before going outside to shovel the snow because his regular shoes would have gotten wet and cold very quickly."

‌a liquid, typically made from flowers, that has a pleasant smell

"The perfume smells wonderful."

"She bought a new perfume yesterday."

a casual short-sleeved shirt with no collar, usually made of cotton

"I bought a new T-shirt."

"His T-shirt had a simple design and a bright color."

a sharp-edged tool used for shaving hair off the body or face

"The razor is sharp."

"Using a dull razor can cause razor burns and cuts so dermatologists recommend replacing the blade regularly for a smoother and safer shave."

dark glasses that we wear to protect our eyes from sunlight or glare

"Her sunglasses are stylish."

"He wore sunglasses to protect his eyes."

a substance that is designed to keep insects away from a person, animal, or area

"The insect repellent keeps mosquitoes away."

"The insect repellent kept mosquitoes away during the camping trip in the woods."

a liquid used to wash one's hair

"He bought shampoo for his oily hair."

"The shampoo smelled like coconuts and it left her hair feeling soft and looking shiny after every wash."

a set of two matching items that are designed to be used together or regarded as one

"She buys a pair of shoes."

"She bought a new pair of shoes to match her dress for the party."

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."

the substance we use with water for washing and cleaning our body

"Use soap to wash your hands."

"The bar of soap smelled like lavender and made her skin feel soft and clean after she used it in the shower every evening before going to bed."

a drink we make by soaking dried tea leaves in hot water

"She drank tea after dinner."

"The English tourists enjoyed a cup of hot tea with milk and sugar while sitting in a small cafe and watching the rain fall on the cobblestone street outside."

any type of substance that one uses to add more color or definition to one's face in order to alter or enhance one's appearance

"She wears makeup."

"She wears makeup every day."

a part of an object, broken or cut from a larger one

"I ate a piece of cake."

"She carefully examined the intricate piece of jewelry, noting its exquisite craftsmanship."

a glass or plastic container that has a narrow neck and is used for storing drinks or other liquids

"There is water in the bottle."

"The message in the bottle had floated across the ocean for years before a young girl finally found it washed up on the sandy beach near her home."

a small bag typically made of paper, plastic, etc., that can contain various things, such as tea, sugar, or spices

"The packet is sealed."

"The instruction packet included diagrams written in six different languages making it easy for international customers to assemble the furniture correctly."

a flexible container that is used to store thick liquids

"The tube is small."

"He squeezed the last bit of toothpaste from the tube rolling the end tightly to force out every remaining amount before throwing it away."

a block of solid material such as chocolate or soap

"I need a bar of soap."

"She broke off a small bar of the rich, dark chocolate to enjoy after dinner."