Unit 8 - Part 1 · Interchange Intermediate Vocabulary List

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

"Time moves quickly."

"We should manage our time wisely if we want to succeed."

(usually plural) a small thing containing explosive powder that produces bright colors and a loud noise when it explodes or burns, mostly used at celebrations

"The firework explodes in a shower of gold sparks."

"The firework explodes in a shower of gold sparks and the crowd oohs and aahs at the display."

a fictional, large winged animal with a long tail that is usually able to breathe fire

"The dragon flew."

"The dragon guarded the treasure."

the beginning of a new calendar year, often celebrated with parties and traditions

"Happy New Year to everyone."

"Happy New Year to everyone and we wish you health and happiness in the coming year."

a national holiday in the US and Canada when families gather and have a special meal to give thanks to God

"Thanksgiving is a family holiday."

"We gather for Thanksgiving and share food with relatives and friends."

a ceremony or event where two people are married

"The wedding was beautiful."

"The beautiful wedding ceremony took place in a small church near the ocean under sunny skies."

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 block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

"The candle is lit."

"She lit a scented candle to create a relaxing atmosphere in the bathroom while she soaked in a hot bath after work."

a friend that one has a strong relationship with

"She tells her close friend everything."

"She tells her close friend everything and trusts her with her deepest secrets."

a written or spoken request to someone, asking them to attend a party or event

"We received an invitation to the wedding."

"The invitation looked very beautiful and sounded formal."

to do something special such as dancing or drinking that shows one is happy for an event

"We celebrate holidays with family."

"We will celebrate our anniversary by going to a fancy restaurant and then watching a show together."

a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

"It is a holiday today."

"Many people look forward to the upcoming national holiday as a chance to relax and spend time with family."

not alive anymore

"The flower is dead."

"The dead battery in the car meant that she could not start the engine and she had to call a friend to give her a jump start."

the structure of bones supporting the body of an animal or a person

"The skeleton supports the human body."

"The human skeleton consists of two hundred six bones that support the body and protect vital organs."

a solid figure or object made as a work of art by shaping and carving wood, clay, stone, etc.

"That is a cool sculpture."

"The artist meticulously carved the marble into a breathtaking sculpture of a mythical creature."

a procedure or approach used to achieve something

"What is the best way?"

"We need to find a new way to approach this complex problem."

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

"Eat your vegetables for dinner."

"It is important to eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits vegetables and whole grains for good health."

to hand a thing to a person to look at, use, or keep

"Give me the book."

"My grandmother gave me a beautiful watch for my birthday and I wear it every day."

to move over a particular distance

"I will go there."

"We decided to go across the vast desert on foot."

to hold or own something

"I have a book."

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

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."

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

"Send the letter by mail."

"I will send you the photos from our vacation as soon as I download them from my camera."

to go somewhere because we want to spend time with someone

"We visit grandma every Sunday."

"We plan to visit our aunt in the hospital after she has her surgery next week."

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 have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body

"Wear warm clothes in winter."

"You should wear a warm coat today because the temperature is going to drop below freezing."

something given to someone as a sign of appreciation or on a special occasion

"He gives his mother a present for her birthday."

"He gives his mother a present for her birthday and she cries tears of joy when she opens the box."

a gathering or event where people come together to honor someone or something, often with food, music, and dancing

"It was a happy celebration."

"The town's centennial celebration included a parade, fireworks, and a community feast."

an item added to make something look attractive or festive

"This is a nice decoration."

"The festive decoration of twinkling lights and garlands transformed the room into a winter wonderland."

an event where people get together and enjoy themselves by talking, dancing, eating, drinking, etc.

"It was a fun party."

"She organized a surprise birthday party for her best friend, inviting all their closest acquaintances."

‌an occasion when we pack food and take it to eat outdoors, typically in the countryside

"We had a picnic in the park."

"The picnic included sandwiches and fresh fruit."

a family member who is related to us by blood or marriage

"She is a relative."

"My favorite relative always brings the best homemade cookies whenever they come to visit us."

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

"Her costume was colorful."

"She designed her Halloween costume herself using old curtains and recycled materials creating a unique outfit that won first prize at the party."

the state of being free from the control of others

"Independence is valuable."

"Independence gave the country control over its own future."

a door, path, etc. through which one can enter a building or place

"This is the main entry."

"The ornate archway served as the grand entry to the historic castle grounds."

happening, done, or made once every year

"We have an annual meeting."

"The annual company picnic is held every summer and all employees are invited to bring their families."