to reach, or be delivered to the point at the end of a journey
We arrived late for the concert last night.
as soon as possible
as quickly as you can
Please get back to me as soon as possible.
at the moment
at this particular time; now
She's rather busy at the moment.
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
awesome
inspiring extreme wonderment and awe
She was given an awesome task to complete.
be supposed to
something that one is required to do
You were supposed to meet me in two hours. You are late.
book
to schedule; to make an appointment
It is important to book a hotel room to stay in before you go on holiday.
Britain
영국
Great britain is now called the United Kingdom.
brochure
a piece of promotional material containing information
The store sent out an advertising brochure.
cavity
a hole in a tooth
I hope I do not have a cavity on my tooth.
cell phone
a mobile telephone that works by a system of radio signals
I do not have a cell phone.
chance
an opportunity or time during which something can be done
There is a chance of rain later.
check out
to view or look at
Did you have a chance to check out the new motorcycles?
clean up
to make an area clean
I like to clean up my house.
compact
small, firm and solid
The individuals of the prey species are concentrated in compact units rather than dispersed over a much larger area.
credit card
a card used for buying things without giving cash to the store
My father has only one credit card.
currently
at this moment currently, the earth’s temperature is slowly rising and it’s causing a climate change.
dish
food that is prepared in a particular way
A kebab is a type of meat dish.
done
past participle of "do"
What have I done to deserve such terrible treatment?
download
to move information or programs from a computer network to a computer
You have to download the program.
drink
a liquid that one can drink
We bought some drinks to cool off from the heat.
envy
to desire something that another person has
I envy you for finding such a beautiful girl.
farewell
the act of saying goodbye and leaving
We should have farewell dinner before you leave.
festival
a time when people gather in order to celebrate together
This city has a festival every summer.
fill
to occupy to the full amount
Each boy filled a basket with apples.
forest
an area covered with trees
In the forest, there are many types of wild animals.
former
being in the past; having occurred at a time before now
She is not her former self. She has become noticeably prettier.
get along well
have smooth relationship
We are best friends because we get along well together.
get sick
to become sick
I got sick at the restaurant.
give up
to stop doing something permanently
If you give up, that means you stop trying to do something.
hand in
to submit something
He handed in the assignment to his teacher.
hesitate
to stop for a moment before saying or doing something
She hesitated when I asked her a personal question.
hurt
to suffer or feel pain
Casey got hurt playing football.
latter
(with ＂the") being or relating to the second of the two things mentioned
Of the two options, she preferred the latter.
leave
to go away from something or someone
Eunice is going to leave for the airport tomorrow.
leave
to go away and allow someone to remain
One night, the woodcutter’s wife told him to leave Hansel and Gretel in the woods to die.
list
a series of items written together
The census is a list of questions.
maintain
to continue
Please maintain a speed of no more than 70 km per hour.
make a decision
decide or arbitrate
We have to make a decision by Friday.
mess
being dirty or unclean
My mom told me to clean up the mess in my room.
message
information that is left for or sent to someone else
I left a message on your answering machine.
messy
not clean or organized
It's so messy on your desk.
move
to change to a different position or place
Her shadow moves when she moves.
neighborhood
a district or area surrounding a particular place
He lives somewhere in the neighbourhood of the station.
newsletter
a written report that is issed periodically
Our company newsletter had the results of our first quarter earnings.
no matter what
regardless of
I will make sure get the job no matter what.
only child
a child who has no brothers or sisters
I’m an only child.
organized
having a formal organization to coordinate or carry out activities
Sunday night was the end of the organized opposition to the Martian attacks.
original
being the first or happening first
As there are many pirated DVDs, it's difficult to find an original one.
outdoors
outside of a building
The rain prevented them from eating outdoors.
painful
causing or feeling physical pain or hurt
It was a painful decision to break up with her.
party
a social event often with food and drinks and dancing
We should throw a party for Kenny.
perfect
being completely without faults or mistakes
Their team work is in perfect harmony.
pick up
to collect or gather
I will go and pick up some take-away.
point
the purpose of something
Hatherly asked him to get to the point and tell him what he wanted him to do.
pray
to speak to God in order to express thanks or request advice or help
The priest will pray to God.
relationship
a connection
The relationship between the consumer and the provider is very important.
review
the act of looking over events that happened in a particular period of time
It got terrible reviews, and there is a strange story about that.
ride a bike
to be carried in a bicycle
How old were you when you learned to ride a bike?
salad
(a dish of) mixed raw vegetables.
I had the shrimp salad last time.
scared
frightened
I'm scared of spiders.
school
a place or institution where people go to learn and be taught
What school does she go to?
seat
a place where a person can sit
There were not enough seats available, so some people stood.
serious
causing worry; dangerous
The doctor is worried I might have a serious disease.
signature
a person's name, written in a particular and unchanging way, such as on a check
My signature is very simple, anyone can copy it.
solution
a way to solve or deal with a problem
Did you think of a solution to your problem?
space
an area, especially one that is not crowded or full
He has always dreamed of going into space.
starve
to die from not having enough food starving and desperate, Midas asked for his power to be removed.
submit
present (a proposal, application, or other document)
I have yet to submit my written report.
sushi
cold boiled rice moistened with rice vinegar, usually shaped into bite-size pieces and topped with raw seafood
Do you know the difference between Korean and Japanese sushi?
take care of
to look after
Their aunt took care of them when their parents died.
trip
a journey or visit to a place
We will take a trip to somewhere sunny during break.
try
to make an attempt
Do you want to try skiing this winter?
upcoming
happening soon
They each tried to see the school bulletin board because it had several announcements about upcoming events.
vacuum cleaner
a machine device that is usually used to clean the floor
Use the vacuum cleaner to clean the mess.
vice principal
assistant principal
The vice principal loves to help students learn a lot of things.
water
the clear liquid for drinking or cleaning
I drink eight glasses of water every day.
win the lottery
chosen as a winner in the gambling game(lottery)
Tom had a dream of winning the lottery.
accelerate
to move or act more quickly
The driver accelerated down the empty road.
addition
the process of uniting numbers into one sum
He created an iphone app that allows kids to practice doing addition and subtraction math problems.
amusement park
a place where people can go to enjoy games, rides, and other activities
We went to an amusement park last Saturday.
anytime
at any moment in time
You and your family are welcome in my home anytime.
anywhere
at or to any place
Put the box down anywhere.
apparently
as far as one knows apparently assuming you will recognize her voice, she does not provide any verbal content which would help you identify her.
apply
to make an application or request
I will apply for the secretary position today.
autograph
signature of a famous person
Can you at least sign my autograph book?
break up
to end a relationship, marriage, etc
I think it is time for me to break up with my girlfriend.
bring
to have something and come with it to a place
Don't forget to bring your books with you.
calculate
to find a number by doing math
By 1856, British surveyors had calculated Everest’s height.
calculator
a small, simple computer used to make mathematical calculations
We were allowed to use a calculator during our math exam.
certainly
to be sure, no doubt
He didn’t know much but he certainly knew the name Alexander, the King of Greece.
check
to examine something to see if it is correct check your answers again.
cheer up
to make someone feel happier or less worried
"She needs cheering up," said Mr. McBeastie.
cheer up
to make or be happier
Let me cheer you up with a little chocolate.
city hall
a government building where city officials work city hall is close to here.
coke
a solid, dark material that is used for fuel coke is a kind of pop. In Korea, it is called cola.
construction
the act of building something
Has construction begun on the new school?
dangerous
very unsafe and likely to be the cause of danger
Going into the city alone can be dangerous.
disappointed
feeling sad, unhappy or displeased
I was disappointed to hear that the party had been cancelled.
division
dividing one number by another
A season is also a division of the year!
done
past participle of "do"
What have I done to deserve such terrible treatment?
effect
the result of something
He is suffering from the effects of over-eating.
envy
to desire something that another person has
I envy you for finding such a beautiful girl.
examination
a test to determine a person's health or knowledge in a certain subject
She really wants to pass the examination.
exchange
give something and get something
Can I exchange this shirt?
far away
a long distance from here; not close
Bruce lives far away from me.
favorite
most preferred or liked
My favorite movie is horror movies.
feel sorry for
to have pity on
He felt sorry for his friend.
final
the very last
The final chapter of the book was touching.
firmly
in a strong or determined manner
The dog held firmly to the bone with his teeth.
flight
the act of traveling through the air
I watched the baby bird make his first flight.
free
not occupied; not busy
I am free tomorrow morning.
fruit
a part of a tree or a plant that contains seeds and is usually edible
Apples, strawberries, oranges, and bananas are fruit.
get better
to improve one's health; to recover from an illness
I hope she gets better soon.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
go through
to use a way of going somewhere
We went through Gwangju on our way to Yeosu.
grade
a mark or score in a school course of study
A good grade will boost the confidence of the student.
grip
the act of grasping
‘What’s happening?’ he wondered as he gripped the armrests.
handmade
made by hand
I like handmade greeting cards. They are so personal.
heal
to become healthy and well again after being damaged or hurt
This cut on my hand is taking a long time to heal.
healing
the act of regaining health
Floating schools and hospitals are actually large boats that contain everything necessary for teaching and healing.
hold
to have something in your hand, arms
The lady is holding a bottle of water.
hop
to make a small jump
Did you hop from place to place before?
in order to
to make it possible for something to happen
Lighting beetles light up in order to attract a mate.
life jacket
life preserver consisting of a sleeveless jacket of buoyant or inflatable design
If you go boating, make sure you wear a life jacket.
lifeguard
an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents
One lifeguard saved on my life when I fell into the swimming pool.
limit
a restriction
We must put a limit on our spending.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
We are all looking forward to our vacation this month.
lower
to reduce in amount
However, during a recession, the government may lower interest rates.
make a mistake
to do something in the wrong way or not the way intended
Explain well, because I don't want to make a mistake.
make up
to do something at a later time that is after the scheduled time
Can you make up a list of all the students who are not in attendance please?
medication
a substance that is given to a person to relieve pain or cure sickness
UNICEF has access to malaria medication that is shipped out all over the world.
millimeter
a length equal to 1/1000 of a meter
In fact, some deserts get only one millimeter of rain per year!
mind
the part of someone that makes him or her able to think about or feel things
I changed my mind because I didn't like the color.
multiplication
mathematical operation
Students have hard time solving multiplication problems.
needle
a small, thin instrument used for sewing
It is a giant tower in the shape of a needle.
nurse
a person who looks after sick or injured people in hospital
The nurse helps the sick woman.
option
choice
It looks like you only have two options to choose from.
order
to place a request for a product or food or drink
What did you order for dinner?
ostrich
a large African bird with showy plumage, which cannot fly but runs very fast
The Australian emu, looks similar to an ostrich.
Parents' Day
a holiday that celebrates parents
People should not work on Parents' Day.
pay attention to
be attentive to
It's very important to pay attention to what you're teacher is saying so that you understand everything.
period
any length of time
For a short period, we have two new gorillas on display.
positive
emphasizing the good parts
Children and adults also vow to make other positive changes to protect the environment.
post
to display in public view
I got the job by answering an add that was posted on their wedsite.
process
a set of actions that produce a particular result
There was total agreement to start the peace process as soon as possible.
racket
a device used for hitting a ball in sports like tennis
Oh, my tennis racket has a broken string!
rafting
riding and transporting on a raft
We will go rafting in the summer.
recommend
to advise or suggest something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
recover
to regain strength or health
Oliver recovered in the care of Mr. Brownlow.
relax
to rest and do easy or fun things
While the baby is napping, the mother can relax.
replace
to put something in the place where it was before
Tomorrow I will try to replace my lost hat.
reservation
an agreement to keep something
We made a reservation at our favorite restaurant tonight.
ruler
a person who rules a country
He thought a son would be a better ruler.
sculpture
something shaped from a certain material
Henry’s favorite kind of art was sculpture.
subtraction
the process of finding the difference between numbers
He created an iphone app that allow kids to practice addition and subtraction.
take
to move someone or something from one place to another
Please take one paper and pass the rest on.
take off
to leave the ground and begin to fly
His plane took off at 3pm.
teacup
a cup in which tea is served
British people love to have tea in a teacup.
thoroughly
in a through manner
Scientists thoroughly misunderstood the causes of complex events.
tiny
very small
The tardigrade is a microscopic animal that looks like a tiny bear.
tool
something used to make work easier
She learned that chimpanzees make and use tools.
truly
sincerely
And the two of them truly did live happily ever after.
unbelievable
being very hard to believe and probably not true
The Yellowstone caldera was a real place with unbelievable strangeness and beauty.
undergo
to experience something, especially something negative
She had to undergo surgery to remove the tumors.
unfortunately
with no luck or with bad effects unfortunately, I don't have my credit card with me or I'd buy lunch.
unfortunately
with no luck or with bad effects unfortunately, I don't have my credit card with me or I'd buy lunch.
upset
disturbed or distressed
Is he very upset about failing his exam?
weatherman
a person who has the job of telling others about the weather
The weatherman said it might snow, but it only rained.
a couple of
a pair; two or more, but not many a couple of people are still working here.
arrangement
the plans and preparations that are organized in advance in order to make something possible
Duke made all the arrangements.
article
a piece of writing
He had to find an article for a school project.
awesome
being so incredible as to make someone feel AWE
To build such a large church with no modern machinery was an awesome achievement.
be away
to not be home
I'm going to be away for the next week.
be good at
to do something well
My brother is good at using computers.
be made of
something that has been invented or created
Everything in an ice hotel is made of ice.
by oneself
with no one else
She did this homework by herself.
cafeteria
the place in a school where students eat
"Me too," Jenny said. "Let’s go eat!" She led Amanda to the cafeteria.
career
a way of making a living; a job
That will be a good career move.
caterer
a person who provide food
Let's force our caterer to serve us pork cutlet!
confidence
a feeling of certainty in one's own capacity to succeed
She gained a lot of confidence by performing in front of large groups.
cooperation
act of working with someone toward a common goal
The goal of kindergarten is to teach children cooperation.
cut off
detached by cutting or chopping
You need to cut off its legs to prevent it from running away.
decision
a choice made after giving consideration
I hope that she makes the best decision for her family.
definitely
absolutely; certainly
I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.
demand
a strong requirement
Without demand from the consumer, a provider cannot make money!
destination
the place to which someone or something is going
I think we've arrived at our destination at last.
dizzy
feeling in the head as if the world is spinning
When I stood up, I felt dizzy.
dormitory
a large building in a college or university with rooms that students live in
I think it will be exciting to live in a dormitory.
electronic device
piece of technology
He touched the electronic device to activate it.
exchange student
a student who studies in another country as part of a program
Her friend Emily was in the group, as was Tae, an exchange student from South Korea.
expect
to think of as likely to happen or come
He was four hours earlier than we had expected.
express
to show
The men who made the bell put words on it that express ideas of freedom.
extension
the process of extending
You want an extension on the deadline.
first of all
before anything else first of all, can I ask you something?
fortunately
luckily; something you say when you are talking about agood thing that happened fortunately, a lot of brain injuries heal over time.
from now on
starting now from now on, I will drink tea and not coffee.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
get to
arrive
It took a long time for the light just to get to Earth.
go fishing
to go to catch fish
He was excited to go fishing with his son.
help out
to aid; to assist
Go help out that person with his work.
hometown
the place where one grew up
My hometown is far from here.
in advance
before a certain event or service begins
The festival tickets are cheaper if you buy them in advance. Let's go buy them now.
in good shape
appropriate level of fitness for a person of a certain age
He's in good shape for a man of his age.
in order to
to make it possible for something to happen
Lighting beetles light up in order to attract a mate.
inconvenience
a problem or trouble
When her car broke down, it was an inconvenience for her to get to work by public transportation.
inform
to give knowledge
So, some people have joined together to inform others and to decrease energy use.
institute
an organization having a particular factor
He works for a research institute.
international
involving, or done by, two or more nations
One direction is an international singer.
intersection
a place or area where two or more things cross each other
When you reach an intersection, is someone there to help you cross it?
invitation
a polite written or spoken offer for someone to attend an event
I received an invitation to join my co-workers for dinner.
Japanese
an inhabitant of Japan
The new student in our class is japanese.
laptop
a portable microcomputer small enough to rest on a person's lap
Laptops are very convenient because you can take them anywhere.
lead
to be in charge of a group
He lived in Neverland and led a group of orphans called, the Lost Boys.
leader
someone that leads others
The group captured the Mexican leader and made him a prisoner.
leather
the skin of an animal that has been chemically prepared
Her shoes and handbags are made from real leather.
leave
to go away and allow someone to remain
One night, the woodcutter’s wife told him to leave Hansel and Gretel in the woods to die.
leave for
to go or leave for certain thing
When will you leave for school?
loud
producing or causing a large amount of noise
The music is too loud.
loudly
while making a loud sound
He can't hear you if you don't speak loudly.
magazine
a publication issued regularly containing articles, stories etc by various writers
I enjoyed reading magazines about sports cars and the like.
marriage
a legal union between a man and a woman
It takes a lot of effort to have a strong marriage.
noise
a sound, particularly one that is loud, displeasing or frightening
They were making too much noise at the cafe.
observatory
a building specifically built for studying and watching the stars, skies, or weather
The space observatory can be found at the top of the mountain.
obviously
in a clear and understandable manner obviously this won't work well.
pay attention
to focus in order to try to see or notice pay attention to your teacher.
pocket money
cash for day-to-day spending on incidental expenses
I thought if I had more pocket money, I would be able to buy things like toys and candy.
position
the particular way in which someone or something is sitting or standing
In what position should I put the sofa?
public place
a social space that is generally accessible to people
We are not allowed to talk loud in public places.
quite
fairly; rather; to a certain extent
Traveling underground is quite common!
rather than
to a certain extent; somewhat rather than offering the usual clown acts, they created performances in different way.
refresh
to make a person feel more energetic, strong, and less tired
The water is clean and refreshing.
reservation
an agreement to keep something
We made a reservation at our favorite restaurant tonight.
resident
a person who dwells in a place residents of settlement houses eat, learn, and relax together.
resort
a building and the land where people go on vacation or to relax
It's a small town, but there are several resorts near it.
retirement
the act of stop working permanently
After his retirement, he was able to play a lot of golf.
run for
stand for election
The governor decided to run for a president.
scenery
background for a performance
One thing that really interested Stravinsky about ballets was the scenery in the background.
scholarship
money that is given to help pay the cost of school
To get a scholarship, she did study very hard last semester.
shoot
to send forth an object
Cupid caused people to fall in love by shooting them with arrows.
shot
a hit or a stroke
She didn't really mis-hit a golf shot.
skill
cleverness at doing something
Her job requires skill and an eye for detail.
souvenir
something bought to remember a place
I brought some souvenirs back from my trip to Japan to show my class.
stunning
outstandingly good
She looks absolutely stunning!
tend to
having a tendency to do something
He tends to act differently when he is drunk.
traffic light
one of a set of red, yellow, and green lights that controls the flow of traffic
The small town only had one traffic light at its main intersection.
tuition
the money a student pays to a college, university or private school
How much is the tuition at your university?
vacation
time off of work used for relaxation or travel
What are you doing for summer vacation?
Vietnamese noodles
a noodle with herbs and meat Vietnamese noodles were long and thin, like spaghetti, but they tasted completely different.
well-known
famous; talked about
George Clooney is a well-known actor.
account
a place in a bank where money is put
Some people save money by placing it into a savings account.
allergic
when something makes someone sick
Some people are allergic to the poison.
allergy
a sensitivity to certain substances which causes some people to be sick
I have an allergy to animal hair.
attractive
pleasant and good- looking
He found the proposition attractive.
bakery
a place where baked foods, such as bread or cakes, are prepared or sold
We bought a cake at the bakery.
championship
a competition to find the best
She performed well at the prestigious tennis championship.
close to
near in time, place, relationship etc
My house is close to the park. I play there everyday.
collect
to get things from a place
The Carson River is a drainage basin that collects water from the area around it.
compete
to try to beat others in a contest, fight etc
We are competing against them in the next round.
complete
to make something whole or fill in what is missing
I bought a new stamp, and now my stamp collection is complete.
complete
to finish making or doing (something)
When Hercules grew up, he completed twelve great feats.
congratulations
speak to someone in order to congratulate them
I patted him on the back and said, 'congratulations!'
convince
to persuade
The show manager wanted to kill Pinocchio, but Pinocchio convinced the manager to let him go.
cooperation
act of working with someone toward a common goal
The goal of kindergarten is to teach children cooperation.
decide
to make up one's mind
Jack has not decided what college he is going to go to.
decorate
to make something more attractive
The flag was decorated with a grizzly bear and a red star.
develop
to make something new
Because so many storms happen during these times, scientists developed a system to keep track of them.
driver's test
an official test that is designed to test person's ability to drive
I'm taking my driver's test tomorrow.
embassy
the group of people who officially represent their country
The French embassy is near the German and American ones, just down the street.
end up
to finally become
How does the story end up?
entrance
the place where one enters
The entrance is blocked by snow.
fail
not to be successful
She failed the test. Zhuge Liang promised to kill himself if he failed.
familiar
generally known or seen
Using his telescopes, Galileo was the first to identify some of the heavenly bodies we are familiar with today.
farther
a greater distance
My house is farther from the school than yours.
fascinating
inspiring great interest or attraction
The tour offered a fascinating view of the city's history.
fee
the price to enter an organization or facility
The doctor's fee was cheap.
flatter
to say nice things about someone, even if they may not deserve it
They called him a lady’s man because he liked to flatter women.
flower
the part of a plant that is often colorful where fruit and seeds are produced
We put flowers on the table.
founder
someone who starts a new sport, club, business,etc.
Freerunning started when one of the founders of parkour decided that he wanted more freedom of
freeway
a highway that can be used without paying a toll
The freeway has a lot of traffic today.
French
the language spoken by people who live in France
It is difficult to learn french.
garden
a piece of ground with many plants
The plants in the garden are short.
gas station
a place where gasoline and oil is sold
I got my oil changed at the gas station on the corner.
genre
a category of artistic composition
I feel that your poems show considerable promise, despite your youth and lack of experience in this genre.
happen to
chance to do something without intention
If you happen to run into Mary, could you tell her to call me.
high school
a school that cimprises grades 9 to 12
She learned some American history in high school.
hold
to have something in your hand, arms
The lady is holding a bottle of water.
imagine
to think about something imagine a ship on the ocean.
impressionist
an artist who uses IMPRESSIONISM in his or her work
There's some impressionist art I'd like to see.
in no time
before time has passed
Because Emma was only going to ask some students the questions, she would be finished in no time.
instructor
a person who teaches, usually as a job
The driving instructor told the student to stop the car.
introduce
to make (people) known by name to each other
Let me introduce you to my mother
look up
to search or find look up the information at the library.
luggage
suitcases and bags
Did you remember to pack your luggage for the trip?
lyrics
the words that accompany a song
I love the meaning of those lyrics!
mail
to send a letter or package to someone using the mail
I frequently mail letters and packages to friends living abroad.
match
a contest or game
There were three thousand people at the boxing match.
meaningful
important in some way
The professor didn't really tell us anything meaningful about the final in today's study session. It was a waste of time.
miss
to fail to hit or obtain a desired result
I try to toss the ball into the basket, but I miss.
move around
to move about; to change the position of
The dog is always moving around.
park
an area of natural land used by the public
The friends went to a park.
pass
to give something to someone else
I passed the bottle to my friend Bob.
plant
a living thing that grows in the ground, usually has leaves or flowers plants take in minerals through their roots.
pleased
happy; satisfied
She was pleased with the dress.
post office
an office where you can buy stamps and send mail
I’m going to the post office.
prefer
to like someone or something more than other things or people
She doesn’t like fish. She prefers meat.
pricey
expensive
The shops are selling pricey clothes.
put on
to apply a cosmetic to the face to improve one's looks
I put on my new socks.
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
He felt the price for the jacket was very reasonable so he purchased it.
regular
being normal, usual, or average
Most people live very regular lives.
research
the careful study of sources to discover information about a subject
I've done some research to find out the cheapest way of travelling there.
result
the product of things that happened before
The result was positive.
run out of
to use up one's supply of something
I ran out of time to finish the project.
score
the points scored in a sporting event
The score of the game was 2-2.
seed
a small object produced by a plant, from which another plant can grow
Even the largest trees begin as tiny seeds.
shovel
a long tool with a metal scoop on one side that is used for digging
Use the shovel to dig a deep hole.
sign up for
to register or join
My sister and I have signed up for swimming lessons afterschool.
snack
a small amount of food that is less than a meal
In some countries such as Thailand, people eat cockroaches as a snack.
soda
a sweet drink that has a certain FLAVOR and consists of a sweetener and water with BUBBLES in it
Let’s get soda and popcorn.
special
out of the ordinary; un-usual or exceptional
Is there any special flavored ice cream in this market?
specialist
a person who works in one specific area of a field or profession
The specialist told her that her eyes could get worse.
support
help
My grandmother wanted to go to school, but the harsh immigrant life pushed her to support her family.
take off
to leave the ground and begin to fly
The wheels need to hold the heavy airplane when it takes off and lands.
take part in
to be one of a group of people doing something, to take an active share in
He never took part in arguments.
try on
put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
Do you want to try on the wedding dress in the picture?
two-story house
having two floors or levels
Her dream is to live in a two-story house.
upload
transferring dato from one computer to another
You can upload your picture after eating your food.
upset
a disturbed state
She was upset about her test score.
victory
a defeat of an enemy or rival
Our team has had two defeats and eight victories.
advice
an opinion about how to do something
My mom gives me advice when I have a problem.
affect
the way someone seems to feel
Mad cow disease can affect all kinds of cows.
aisle
a long narrow space between rows of seats
You should always keep the aisles of an airplane clear.
among
in the middle of something or SURROUNDED by something
I knew there was a thief among us at the dormitory.
anxious
feeling worried or distressed about something that might happen in the future
The sailor was pleased and anxious at the same time.
attend
to go to, especially as a student or audience member
Where did you attend high school?
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
bankrupt
unable to pay debts
Sometimes, even very good businesses can go bankrupt if they have trouble with money.
brand
a group of products made by a specific producer
Jenny paid a lot of money for a t-shirt with a brand name on it.
card
a small square of stiff paper that has a specific value, is part of a pack of similar squares of paper, and used to play games
She picked up the cards.
career
a job that someone does for a long time
He spends too much time on his career.
clean up
to remove dirt, dust, and other impurities
Please clean up this table for us.
clerk
a person who is responsible for assisting customers at a store or guests at a hotel
Leslie takes the bracelets to a clerk.
completely
in every way and manner possible
It's difficult to focus completely on one task.
consider
judge something
You should consider it carefully.
convenience store
a small store
There is a new convenience store at the corner.
destroy
to damage something so that it cannot be repaired
You cannot destroy these stones, and you cannot destroy my love.
film
capturing a film as a series of moving images
I would recommend a course that films you while you are presenting and then gives a critique of your style.
footage
film or video of something
There is footage of the bank robbery from this afternoon on TV.
fridge
a refrigerator
I opened the fridge but nothing was in it!
glasses
two small pieces of specially made glass worn in front of the eyes to improve sight
Meg started wearing glasses when she was 8 years old.
go on a trip
take a short journey
They want to go on a trip with their children
hair salon
a beauty salon dealing with cosmetic treatments
Most girls go to hair salon to change their hair style.
hometown
the place where one grew up
My hometown is far from here.
in a hurry
having no time to wait
The students were in a hurry to get to class.
in charge of
controlling; responsible for
I am in charge of the work on this book.
in stock
stored and available, ready for use
We do not have your shoe size in stock.
ingredient
one of the food items used when making a meal or drink
The ingredients of success include hard work and focus.
insane
being mentally ill
He looks insane. "Are you insane?" cried the Police Inspector.
invitation
a polite written or spoken offer for someone to attend an event
I received an invitation to join my co-workers for dinner.
invitation
a polite written or spoken offer for someone to attend an event
I received an invitation to join my co-workers for dinner.
job fair
career fair for job seekers
Welcome to world job fair network.
legend
a story handed down from earlier times
They were mainly used to tell legends or to describe events.
light bulb
a glass bulb that provides light
LED lights use very little power, produce little heat, and last longer than other light bulbs.
look for
the act of looking or seeing
I came to a big city to look for work.
masterpiece
a piece of writing or music that is of very high quality or the best
Falling water is considered to be Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece.
mention
to refer to something briefly
He mentioned that he had a friend named Ernest.
messy
being dirty or unclean
Her desk was always messy.
nervous
rather afraid
She was nervous about travelling by air.
notify
to inform; to communicate specific information
You should notify me whenever there is a problem going on.
on sale
at a discounted price
Everything in the store is on sale today.
original
being the first or happening first
As there are many pirated DVDs, it's difficult to find an original one.
pamphlet
a small published work of information
A green pamphlet is distrubuted in universities for writing examinations.
popular
being liked or supported by a large number of people
Sharon is the most popular girl in school.
pricey
expensive
The shops are selling pricey clothes.
product
things that people use
Some large companies make many products that we use every day.
prohibit
(often passive, with ＂from＂) not to allow someone to do something
Schools prohibit smoking because it is bad for peoples’ health.
qualified
having the proper training and skills
Until you get your basic maintenance certification, I'm afraid you're not qualified for this position.
raise money
to work to earn money
I raise money for sick kids by selling cookies.
rate
the current price for something
The call rate in Korea is not cheap as I thought it would be.
realize
to understand or sense something
I didn’t realize it was four o’clock already. I have to hurry.
rectangular
having the shape of a RECTANGLE
We used rectangular bricks to build a sturdy wall.
rest
to stop working; avoid activities
We should rest for a bit before we continue our work.
retire
to stop working at a job, usually due to reaching a certain age
After 40 years, Dad is finally going to retire.
retired
having stopped work; no longer occupied with one's business or profession
The waiter brought the retired lawyer the menu.
rule
a general standard that guides one's actions rules are there to make society more fair and safe.
run out of
to use up one's supply of something
I ran out of time to finish the project.
similar
being very much like someone or something else
My sister and I have similar faces.
souvenir
an item that a tourist buys in order to remember a place or trip
People also buy some local souvenirs from the boats.
specific
well defined and clearly stated
Some of us learned that specific emotions such as anger or crying are unacceptable.
strictly
restricted to something
Smoking is strictly prohibited.
successful
having the desired effect or result
Parker was a very rich and successful business.
suite
accommodation with more space than a typical room
The suites at the resort hotel were very expensive.
supervisor
someone who is watches, directs, and is in charge of a task, place, or person
You should raise your hand and wait for the supervisor to speak to you at the examination center.
swimming suit
a garment worn for swimming
We must wear swimming suit in swimming pool.
tiny
very small
A tiny wiring error in your computer's circuits can mean throwing the whole computer out.
toiletry
materials used in washing and taking care of one's body
She gathered her toiletries and packed her bag for her trip.
total
the number reached after adding or counting something
We have a total of 50 dollars between the three of us.
versus
in contrast to
Many struggles such as rich versus poor are fought under deeply held beliefs.
warehouse
a building in which goods are stored
The goods are stored in a huge warehouse.
water park
amusement park that features water play areas
We are planning to go to the water park when summer vacation starts.
wedding
a marriage ceremony
Zeus gave the couple a box as a wedding present.
wrap
to cover or enclose something with a thin material such as paper or cloth
Can you wrap this present for me?
accepted
generally approved or compelling recognition
File sharing is the accepted norm among much of today's youth.
airline
a company providing air transport of people and things
Which airline did you choose to fly with?
announce
to tell people about something officially
Mrs. Jung will announce the winners of the contest.
apparently
in a way that is easy to see or understand; in an obvious manner
He apparently had never read that book before.
apply
to make an application or request
They both applied for the same job.
assignment
a piece of homework
The assignment is due on Monday. If you hand it in late, you will be docked two points per day.
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
barely
in a way that is difficult but still possible
Kristen barely made it to class on time.
be scared of
afraid of something
He is scared of cockroaches.
beef
meat made from the flesh of a cow
There is a lot of beef in this stew.
birthday cake
a baked cake for celebrating one's birthday
I stuck candles in the birthday cake.
blow out
to extinguish with a gust of air
She blows out candles.
booking
the purchase tickets to an event or for travel
Virgin Galantic already has many bookings.
break up
to end a relationship, marriage, etc
I think it is time for me to break up with my girlfriend.
bride
a woman on her wedding day, or just before or just after it
He introduced his new bride.
bridesmaid
a girl who helps the bride at her wedding
I'm going to Amy's wedding next year as her bridesmaid.
bulletin board
a board for posting notices
The teacher put a notice on the bulletin board.
calm down
cool it down
It was hard for me to calm down after seeing the awful car accident.
candle
a piece of wax with a wick used to give off light
One night, Psyche held a candle over Cupid’s face while he slept.
clown
a performer who dresses up in funny clothes and makes people laugh
The circus usually has at least one funny clown.
collect
to get things from a place
The Carson River is a drainage basin that collects water from the area around it.
current
of or belonging to the present
Do you have your current school ID?
decide
to make up one's mind
Jack has not decided what college he is going to go to.
decrease
becomes less in quantity, size, or intensity
We need to decrease the number of mistakes we make.
deficit
an amount of something that is less than what is actually needed
The deficit in the charity fund was caused by people paying their donations.
demand
a strong requirement
Without demand from the consumer, a provider cannot make money!
department store
a large store with varieties of products
I went to the department store.
due
expected according to timetable, promise etc
The bus is due to arrive in three minutes.
due to
because of (something)
Bangladesh is a country slowly losing land due to flooding.
effective
producing the wanted result
Scientists are still looking for an effective way to treat the common cold.
Eiffel Tower
one of the landmarks in France
She promised me to take a picture of the Eiffel Tower.
electronic device
piece of technology
He touched the electronic device to activate it.
engage in
to participate in
The organization engage in various activities.
examination
a test to determine a person's health or knowledge in a certain subject
She really wants to pass the examination.
expert
someone knowledgeable in his or her field
Some technology experts spend their work day developing new and exciting children’s apps.
familiar with
used to; knowledgeable about
I am familiar with many of the newer computer programs used today.
garbage
something thrown away
A final way to slow climate change is to put less garbage into landfills.
get back
to come or go again
How do I get back to the main highway from here?
gym
a building where people go to do physical exercise and get fit
My doctor recommended me to go to the gym more frequently.
hurt
to suffer or feel pain
Casey got hurt playing football.
inappropriate
not appropriate or suitable for a particular place or situation
Your behavior in church was inappropriate.
increase
to (cause to) grow in size, number etc
The number of children in this school has increased greatly in recent years.
Internet
global computer network
The internet allows me to do research much faster.
magnificent
splendid, brilliant
The Taj Mahal is a magnificent tomb that was built around 1648.
make it
to establish, prove
Susan can sing very well. I think she will make it as a singer.
makeup
substances that you put on parts of your face in order to make yourself look pretty
We need to see the genetic makeup of his DNA.
meal
the food taken at one time
She eats three meals a day.
misunderstanding
a confusion or mistake
She has a minsunderstanding about the date of the meeting.
notice
to observe; to become aware of something
I did not notice the color of her eyes because she was wearing glasses.
observatory
a building specifically built for studying and watching the stars, skies, or weather
The space observatory can be found at the top of the mountain.
obviously
in a clear and understandable manner obviously this won't work well.
on a diet
to be eating less in order to lose weight or get healthy
Look at me! I’m far too fat, and I’m going on a diet.
on the way
in the process of going to a location
Let's eat lunch on the way to the resort.
order
to place a request for a product or food or drink
What did you order for dinner?
pick up
to lift up, to collect something or someone from a certain place
I pick up the phone.
prefer
to like someone or something more than other things or people
She doesn’t like fish. She prefers meat.
prescription
an official note written by a doctor that states what medicine a patient should receive
Many of the attendees wanted to know the prescription for success.
psychology
the study of people's minds and behaviors
Art therapy includes both psychology and art.
recommend
to advise or suggest something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
recommendation
something you recommend or suggest
After they finished their project, Olivia wrote a report with a recommendation for the cafeteria.
regularly
at the usual time each day, week, or month
We regularly visit the gym.
remind
to cause or help someone to remember something he or she must do
Will you remind me later, please?
reservation
an agreement to keep something
I asked her to make a reservation for seven o’clock.
reservation
an agreement to keep something
I asked her to make a reservation for seven o’clock.
reserve
to book something at a particular time in the future
Can I reserve a table by the window?
resolve
to find an answer to a disagreement or problem
In addition to the water pump, UNICEF also provides villages with a "Water Pump Repair Kit" gift which can be used to resolve problems with the water pump.
rise
to become higher
As the fast moving water moves closer to the shore, the wave rises higher.
scenery
background for a performance
One thing that really interested Stravinsky about ballets was the scenery in the background.
search
to look carefully in order to find something or someone
He searches under the bed. The prince searched the land for the girl.
seat
a place where a person can sit
There were not enough seats available, so some people stood.
serve
to distribute food etc or supply goods
She served the soup to the guests
since
between a particular point in the past and the present time since the rain this street has been flooded, we should look for another way to pass by.
slim
thin, in a way that is attractive
Douglass is a slim, tall young man.
stand up
to be in an upright position
ax can move now but he is very weak. He stand(s) up slowly, then he climbs out of the house.
stop by
to visit; to come over for a short time stop by my house anytime to visit.
sunblock
a cream that you put on your skin to protect it completely from the harmful effects of the sun
You should put on some sunblock at least a half hour before you go out in the sun.
taco
a Mexican dish made up of tortilla and various mixtures
A taco is a food from Mexico. It’s very delicious!
take
to move someone or something from one place to another
Please take one paper and pass the rest on.
take out
to remove for use
Once you take out a book, don't put it back just anywhere.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
union
an act of uniting two or more things
For more information, please call the student union office at (343) 777-8338.
vegetable
a plant that is raised and eaten as food
Carrots, corns and potatoes are vegetables.
wage
the money that a person earns that is based on the hours, days, or weeks that they worked
We make a good wage at this job.
accept
to agree to receive or allow
Tobacco was valuable like gold and silver, and the "tobacco notes" were accepted there for most of the 18th century.
acceptable
considered good in a particular situation
Copying other students' work is not acceptable.
annual
happening once every year
Large companies publish annual reports for their stock holders.
apply
to make an application or request
They both applied for the same job.
assignment
a piece of homework
The assignment is due on Monday. If you hand it in late, you will be docked two points per day.
award
a prize etc awarded
The film awards were presented annually.
bankrupt
unable to pay debts
Sometimes, even very good businesses can go bankrupt if they have trouble with money.
be supposed to
something that one is required to do
You were supposed to meet me in two hours. You are late.
biology
the study of living things
In the biology class, students looked at leaves under a microscope.
book report
a written report describing a book that one has read
A child seemed to be very prepared to write a book report.
bowl
a round dish with tall sides, used to hold food or liquid
Tom ate four bowls of rice!
bumper car
electrical powered car with rubber bumpers
The bumper car is my favorite ride!
business trip
a visit made for work purposes
He’s going on a business trip to Peru.
by the way
a phrase indicating additional information
What did you say your name was, by the way?
car
a motor vehicle with four wheels that people can drive or ride in
My brother got a new car for his birthday.
charge
to ask for payment from a customer
However, the store can then charge interest on the item.
chopsticks
two sticks that are used for eating
Jun taught Sally how to use chopsticks to eat her food.
comfortable
feeling good in body or mind
She wears comfortable shoes so her feet don't hurt.
completely
in every way and manner possible
It's difficult to focus completely on one task.
confident
believing ones ability or talent
He is confident that he could do her job.
customer
a person who purchases goods or sevices
I am not satisfied with the customer service.
decrease
becomes less in quantity, size, or intensity
We need to decrease the number of mistakes we make.
dressing
a sauce for salad or food
The most amazing dish that I've eaten was the turkey dressing made my my mom.
drop by
to visit someone
I’ll drop by on my way home.
entry
a written record in a diary or list
Failure to comply with any of the above rules will disqualify the entry.
faculty
a group of teachers
Most members of the faculty spend a lot of time grading papers.
fill out
to write words in blanks on a piece of paper
Please fill out the form and give it to the clerk.
find out
to discover
Did you find out the secret?
form
a particular type or kind of something
Please fill out the application form before you enter this room.
furniture
items such as chairs, tables, beds, etc.
The new apartment is completely empty. We have to go shopping for furniture.
get used to
to become comefortable; to grow accustomed
She needs to get used to living with a lower budget from now on.
halfway
at the midpoint
Let's take a rest half-way to the store.
hesitate
to stop for a moment before saying or doing something
She hesitated when I asked her a personal question.
in advance
before a certain event or service begins
The festival tickets are cheaper if you buy them in advance. Let's go buy them now.
in charge of
controlling; responsible for
Who is in charge of this company?
installment
one of the portions which a debt is divided for payment
My last installment of the rent was paid in 2014.
insurance company
a company that pays the expenses if you have an accident
He works at an insurance company.
interview
a meeting at which one person or party answers the questions of another
It is difficult to get an interview with famous people.
invest
to put effort into reaching a goal
He invested a lot of time in his education.
keep in mind
to remember keep in mind that there will be a pop quiz on this information sometime next week.
laundry
clothes that need to be washed or have just been washed
We couldn’t always do laundry because that cost money!
literature
books or other writing
Chopin enjoyed reading literature about his home country Poland.
look after
to take care of
Can you look after my pet when I'm gone?
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
We are all looking forward to our vacation this month.
meaningful
important in some way
The professor didn't really tell us anything meaningful about the final in today's study session. It was a waste of time.
member
a person who belongs to a group
All of the members wear the same clothing.
merry-go-round
a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement
The world's largest merry-go-round is 24 meters wide and has 269 animals.
monthly
each month
They have a monthly meeting to discuss the company's sales.
nervous
rather afraid
She was nervous about travelling by air.
nursing home
a small private hospital or home, especially one for old people
The elderly at the nursing home have some protections, but not much.
order
to place a request for a product or food or drink
What did you order for dinner?
orphanage
a home for children without parents
Jerusha Abbot was a seventeen year-old American girl living in an orphanage.
pack
to put things in something in order to carry them
Jenna and her dad packed up the car with items to be recycled.
photographer
a person who takes photographs or works in photography
The photographer took a picture of the beautiful flower.
photography
the act of taking pictures with a camera photography is his hobby, but his job is painting.
proud
feeling pleasure or satisfaction at one's achievements, possessions, connections etc
He was proud of his new house.
qualified
having the proper training and skills
Until you get your basic maintenance certification, I'm afraid you're not qualified for this position.
rank
to rate or class things
The newspaper ranked the best universities in the world.
ranking
a position on a scale to compare with others
My brother was a high ranking student leader in the school organization.
reasonable
referring to a logical and right thing to do
He felt the price for the jacket was very reasonable so he purchased it.
refill
to fill up again
He refilled her glass with milk.
regret
to feel sorry about something
You won’t regret it!
regret
to feel sorry about something
You won’t regret it!
rent
to grant the possession or enjoyment of property, machinery, etc.
I rented a studio downtown so I could focus on my sculpting.
rent
to give the use of something in return for payment
Sarah is looking to rent a house for the summer.
reputation
the opinion which people in general have about a person
She had a very bad reputation among her friends.
resume
a short document that lists work history and education
A person looking for a job might spend hoursworking on a resume.
reward
something given in exchange for good behavior or good work
If people honored Zeus, they would get rewards.
rewarding
providing positive results or feelings
The seminar seems to be a rewarding business opportunity.
ride
to sit on and be carried by a horse
He was great at riding horses and roping cattle.
right away
immediately
You have to finish your homework right away.
roller coaster
a track at a fairground that goes up and down very steep slopes
Roller coasters are one of the main attractions at most amusement parks.
scary
causing fright or fear
The movie we watched two days ago was really scary.
search for
looking for
You can easily search for information on the Internet.
show up
to make obvious
Only three people showed up for the meeting yesterday.
start
to begin something
The man starts to run.
submit
to agree
I have yet to submit my written report.
submit
to agree
I have yet to submit my written report.
suddenly
in an unexpected or extremely quick manner
We were walking in the woods when suddenly, a puma came out of nowhere.
take care of
to look after
The mother had to quit her job and take care of her son when he became disabled from the accident.
tip
small pieces of helpful information
He gave me some good tips on gardening.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
tremble
to shake slightly, but uncontrollably
The dog trembled when his owner took him to see a doctor.
underwear
any clothing worn next to the skin under other clothing
Does this store sell men's underwear?
used car
a pre-owned vehicle or a secondhand car
She had a car accident while driving a used car that she bought.
vote
to make a choice for an individual in an election
Common questions include how much a person earns, how many children live in the house, and how people vote.
yucky
unpleasant, distasteful
This soup is cold and yucky!
ache
to feel pain, usually one that is weak and constant
A broken bone can ache for months even after it is treated.
acquire
to get something
Because of his business sense, Bill Gates acquired billions of dollars as the leader of Microsoft.
across from
on the side (of something) that another thing is not on
The hospital is on Rainier Street, across from the bank.
actual
real
The actual examination will be held tomorrow morning.
ad
a public notice or advertisement
I saw a funny ad on TV last night.
ahead of
in front of
There is a river ahead of you.
along with
in company with or at the same time as
You should bring your sister along with you.
appointment
an agreement to meet someone at a specific time and place
My appointment is at 3:00 this afternoon.
at a time
at the same time
You should take the steps one at a time.
autograph
signature of a famous person
Can you at least sign my autograph book?
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
break
to burst or become damaged
I break the brick to throw it away.
cause
to create an effect or result
The gloomy weather caused her to be depressed.
check out
to borrow something like a book for a set amount of time
I checked out a couple of new DVDs from the video store.
chips
strips of potato fried in deep fat
I like a lot of ketchup on my chips.
colorful
including many colors, especially bright ones
I drew a picture that was very colorful.
come along
go together
Do you want to come along with me to the park?
concentrate
to think closely and with great attention
I have to concentrate more on my future plans.
concert
a musical performance
Next weekend there is going to be a concert at the new concert hall.
convenient
suitable; not causing trouble or difficulty
The delivery service in Korea is very convenient and fast.
crowded
full of people
The subways are very crowded in the morning.
crutch
a stick or sticks which you lean on for support when you have an injured leg or foot
She has crutches. Fauntleroy gave the boy some crutches from the Earl.
daughter
a female child (when spoken of in relation to her parents)
She has two daughters.
deliver
to take something to a person or place
Now, instead of going to school, the school is delivered to the students!
descriptive
describing, or giving detail to something
His descriptive account of the accident was very helpful.
fall
to drop to the ground
Because of the strong wind, the apples fell off the tree.
floor
the bottom surface of a room
The floor of the barn is tilted.
funny
causing one to laugh
This idea seemed funny to the lion.
hang on to
to hold something or somebody tightly
Don't hang on to him, he has many things to do.
hire
(especially American) to employ (a workman,etc)
I hired someone to teach me English.
imagine
to think about something imagine a ship on the ocean.
improve
to (cause to) become better, of higher quality etc
His work has greatly improved.
in addition to
as well as
He is going to enroll in Advanced Biology in addition to Physics II.
in front of
directly before or ahead of
What is in front of the school?
individual
intended for one person
Mrs. Smith wrote the words small, round, and individual in the circle.
information
facts told or knowledge gained or given
The princess got an information about the two doors.
jealousy
an angry, upset feeling or attitude that is caused by desiring what somebody else has
The black dog feels jealousy over the white dog’s bone. The other was the fire of jealousy.
kid
to make a joke
I wasn’t kidding when I invited Becky to go with us.
kite
a kite is an object, usually used as a toy, which is flown in the air
A kite can be a lot of fun to play with on a windy day.
ladder
a structure used for going up and down
These people climb a ladder to get inside their house!
last
coming after everything or everyone else
The last sheep is black. Peter looked at his home one last time.
lovely
being beautiful, attractive, and stylish in a graceful manner
That's a lovely hair style!
make fun of
to laugh at somebody
Her childhood friends used to make fun of her.
meaningful
important in some way
The professor didn't really tell us anything meaningful about the final in today's study session. It was a waste of time.
neither
also not or equally not
He doesn’t want it, and neither does she. "neither can I," Nancy agreed.
nervous
rather afraid
She was nervous about travelling by air.
notice
to observe; to become aware of something
I did not notice the color of her eyes because she was wearing glasses.
order
to place a request for a product or food or drink
What did you order for dinner?
pair
two things that match and are used together, such as shoes
Jenny bought a new pair of shoes.
particular
concerned with specific details
There is a particular order that needs to be followed.
pick up
to lift up, to collect something or someone from a certain place
I pick up the phone.
practice
to do something repeatedly in order to improve a skill
I practice the violin every day.
prescription
an official note written by a doctor that states what medicine a patient should receive
Many of the attendees wanted to know the prescription for success.
previous
earlier in time or order
We did not meet this weekend because we had met the previous weekend.
proper
appropriate for a particular purpose
Tilly didn’t have a proper jacket for the cold weather.
propose
to make an offer of marriage
Joseph wanted to propose to Becky, but he was too nervous.
reason
something which makes something happen
He gave no reason for why he was leaving home.
rent
to give the use of something in return for payment
Sarah is looking to rent a house for the summer.
rod
a thin wand usually made of wood or metal
Benjamin Franklin developed an instrument called a lightning rod.
rule
an official statement which explains how things must be done and what is allowed in a particular system or situation
This is a school rule.
secretary
a person employed to write letters, keep records and make business arrangements
He dictated a letter to his secretary.
shelf
a flat piece of wood, metal, or glass which is attached to a wall or to a frame and is used for setting objects on
I keep all my books on a shelf.
spacious
having a lot of room
The queen’s bedroom was roomy and spacious.
stomach
organ inside the body that digests food
The alligator had a clock in its stomach.
stuck
unable to move
The submarine got stuck and couldn’t move.
stuff
material, substance or an object
What is that black, oily stuff on the beach?
surrounded
be all around
When something is all around you, you are surrounded by it.
symbol
a sign or shape that is used to represent a larger meaning
The Eiffel Tower is a symbol of both Paris and France.
technique
the way in which a (usually skilled) process is, or should be, carried out
They admired the pianist's faultless technique.
the elderly
old or aging person
There were special programs for the elderly.
think
to use the mind to decide or solve something
He thinks that he'll swing alone!
thrilling
exciting
The most thrilling camel event is to see how much weight each camel can carry.
trouble
a bad or difficult time
The trouble from the protesters is getting out of control.
vitamin
a necessary part of our diet, often found in fruit and vegetables
A healthy diet is full of vitamins.
wait and see
being patient
Let's wait and see how it ends.
whether
used to introduce two choices or possibilities whether or not he is ready, the test is starting.
winter vacation
a period of vacation between semesters
What are your plans this winter vacation?
a bunch of
many of one thing in a close area
There was a bunch of students protesting the war.
accommodate
to provide a place for someone to stay or use
The restaurant was not set up to accommodate the physically disabled.
according to
as stated or reported by according to the news, it will rain tomorrow.
adjust
to change something a small amount to reach the desired state of function or comfort
This button is for adjusting the volume.
all of a sudden
happening unexpectedly
She started screaming all of a sudden.
anniversary
a date on which an important event happened in a previous year
They never celebrated her birthday because it was also the anniversary of Catherine’s death.
appointment
an agreement to meet someone at a specific time and place
My appointment is at 3:00 this afternoon.
ascent
the act of moving up
The ascent to the top of the mountain in the blowing snow was difficult .
atmosphere
the layer of gas that surrounds Earth
The sky is also known as the atmosphere.
attend
to be present
We would like as many people as possible to attend to our wedding.
babysit
to watch or take care of a baby
I am going to babysit a movie star's baby.
be satisfied with
pleased
I'm satisfied with his progress.
bump into
to crash into something or someone
They bump into each other while they is running.
climate
the typical weather of an area
The climate in this region is very cold during the winter.
closet
(American) a cupboard:
The closet is located at the back of the white door.
concentrate
to think closely and with great attention
I have to concentrate more on my future plans.
conference
a meeting for discussion
Many people came to the book conference.
descent
the people in a person's family who were born before that person
Various people in this area are of German descent.
dish
food mixed and prepared for the table
She served us an interesting dish containing chicken and almonds.
doctor's note
a medical notice excusing a person for illness
A man used a fake doctor's note to explain why he missed his class.
dust storm
a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand
This city is having a dust storm!
eat out
to eat away from home
We usually eat out on weekends.
endure
to deal with something unpleasant, often for a longtime
I can endure her rudeness no longer.
expected
believed to happen soon or at a certain future time
I knew that Joe expected a silver wristwatch.
eyeglasses
lens worn to assist defective eyesight
Do you need a pair of eyeglasses?
fancy
expensive and fashionable
He has some very fancy tableware.
for a while
during a short time
We should sleep for a while.
fortunately
luckily; something you say when you are talking about agood thing that happened fortunately, a lot of brain injuries heal over time.
free
not requiring monetary charge
This desert was free with dinner.
fundamentally
of central importance, at the core of something
The judge was fundamentally opposed to allowing an extension.
gentle
displaying a kind, careful, and peaceful nature
She is gentle with the baby.
get a haircut
have one's hair cut
He has to get a haircut before visiting his parents.
get hurt
to become injured
He got hurt when he fell.
go out
to leave the house to go somewhere
Prepare yourself so we can go out.
grade
a mark or score in a school course of study
A good grade will boost the confidence of the student.
housewarming party
a party that one gives when you move into a new house
She gave me a call that the housewarming party will be held this Saturday.
including
having something extra in addition to the main product including this package, you should have a total of five all together.
ingredient
one of the food items used when making a meal or drink
The ingredients of success include hard work and focus.
instead
in place of something
However, they are usually named after flowers, animals, and other objects instead of people.
lamp
a device that produces and gives light
The lamp is next to the bed.
limit
a restriction
We must put a limit on our spending.
measure
to find the dimensions or quantity of
Eratosthenes, the Greek librarian in Alexandria, was able to measure the circumference of Earth using simple geometry
mix
to blend together two or more things
The chemicals in the bread mix with the chemicals in your nose.
novice
a person with little or no experience in a particular activity, skill, or subject
The novice carefully paid attention to the expert's opinions.
package
a box or container that items are placed in for mailing
Amy bought a package of gum.
parking lot
space where cars can be left
Where is the closest parking lot.
phenomenon
(plural: phenomena) a fact or event that can be observed and studied
A man eating fire was a phenomenon that he had not seen before.
precipitation
water that falls from the sky onto the ground, usually in the form of rain or snow
Hail and sleet are types of precipitation.
process
a set of actions that produce a particular result
There was total agreement to start the peace process as soon as possible.
promise
a declaration that one will or will not do something
The Wizard promised to help, but he wanted the Wicked Witch’s broom handle.
prove
to show that something is true or correct by providing evidence
It's impossible to prove some things are true.
recipe
a set of directions for making a dish
I always use my aunt’s recipe to make spaghetti sauce.
refer to
to mention someone or something
The word "Angelus" actually refers to a Catholic prayer.
relationship
a connection
The relationship between the consumer and the provider is very important.
rough
not gentle
Her attention was distracted by a rough, noisy quarrel taking place at the ticket counter.
ruin
to damage or completely destroy something
I’m afraid the rain will ruin my hairstyle.
schedule
to plan for a certain date
The party was scheduled to be on an island.
score
the points scored in a sporting event
The student received a poor score on the test.
seafood
edible sea creatures such as crab and lobster seafood is best when it is fresh.
sensitive
easily affected or hurt
My eyes are sensitive to smoke.
state
the governing body of a country or area
There are 50 states in the U.S.
steep
having a high slope
This made Jim’s ramp steeper than Bill’s ramp.
stomachache
a pain in the belly
After eating the soup, I got a bad stomachache.
stomachache
a pain in the belly
My stomach hurts. I have a stomachache.
stormy
having the appearance or ability to create bad weather
The sky looks very stormy today.
summerhouse
any small building in a park where people can rest
A summerhouse is like a vacation home.
tight
fitting very or too closely
I couldn't open the box because the lid was too tight
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area or on a particular road
Rush hour traffic is always bad.
turn on
to switch on; to send power to or through a machine
Please turn on the fan. I’m hot!
water the plants
giving water to living organisms.
She likes to water the plants in her spare time.
wear
to have (clothes) on your body
All he was wearing was a towel.
whereas
in contrast; being the opposite
I prefer to watch comedies, whereas my husband likes to watch documentaries.
wipe
to go over the surface of something usually with a cloth in order to dry or clean it
The mother tried to wipe the children's faces off because they were dirty.
without
not having or including something
Joe was heartbroken without Lassie and Lassie missed Joe too.
airline
a company providing air transport of people and things
Which airline did you choose to fly with?
applicant
someone who applies for a job
There are many applicants for this job.
appropriate
fitting or proper for a specific person, purpose, time or occasion
It is not appropriate to speak to a classmate while the teacher is speaking.
attend
to be present
We would like as many people as possible to attend to our wedding.
autograph
signature of a famous person
Can you at least sign my autograph book?
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
award
a prize etc awarded
The film awards were presented annually.
bill
paper money
I only have US bills, do you think I'll be able to spend them here?
cavity
a hole in a tooth
I hope I do not have a cavity on my tooth.
celebrate
to mark a happy occasion by doing something special
Mary celebrated her birthday by taking everyone out for ice cream sundaes.
checkup
an examination or inspection
If you notice that the redness doesn’t disappear in a week, bring her back for another checkup.
chef
a person whose job is to cook food in a restaurant or hotel
The chef of that restaurant makes very good crab cakes.
city hall
a government building where city officials work city hall is close to here.
classmate
a pupil in the same school class.
She is my classmate.
communicate
to express information by writing, speaking or making gestures
These days, many people communicate with a cell phone.
competition
a contest to win a prize
Arthur went to London to help Kay prepare for the competition between knights.
contribute
to help a cause, person, or group by giving money, things, or services
Air pollution greatly contributes to global warming.
credit card
a card used for buying things without giving cash to the store
My father has only one credit card.
curly
having curls or waves
She has curly hair. Heidi was a little orphan with pink cheeks and curly, brown hair.
curly hair
wavy hair, not straight
Her dark curly hair was thick and short.
decent
in an acceptable standard
If you know in your heart that you are a good and decent person, you can meet life’s challenges head-on.
dedicate
to work hard on something because you consider it to be important
Doctors dedicate their lives to helping other people.
despite
without being prevented by something; notconsidering something
He didn't get the job despite all his qualifications.
economics
the study of trade, industry and money
I have to study for an economics exam tomorrow.
employ
to be someone's boss; to have someone working for you or your company
She is employed as a teacher.
enroll
to take or put someone into a group or organization
I have to enroll in two languages classes this semester in order to graduate on time.
favor
support or approval from people
He was doing her a favor by letting her help.
fee
a payment for a service
Interest is a fee paid by a borrower of money to the lender of money.
feel like
have an inclination for something or some activity
I feel like I should help her out with her project.
flight
the act of traveling through the air
I watched the baby bird make his first flight.
fly
to move through the air
The butterfly flies high in the sky.
footwear
a foot covering that is worn on the feet
Snowshoes are footwear for walking over deep snow.
fresh
new or like new; not old or spoiled
These apples are fresh; I got them this morning.
fulfill
to do something that was promised or required
He fulfilled his contract by completing 50 service hours.
gargle
to wash with a liquid
We should always gargle after brushing our teeth.
get a job
to find employment getting a job can be a lot of work.
glue
to join
You can glue pieces of cereal and candy onto a piece of paper to make your own image!
go jogging
a slight movement for exercise
My brother loves to go jogging in the evening.
grow up
to become an adult
In 1911, a girl was born who would grow up to excel in many sports.
hold
to have something in your hand, arms
The lady is holding a bottle of water.
hurry
to rush or move quickly
We must hurry home before the storm.
in advance
before a certain event or service begins
The festival tickets are cheaper if you buy them in advance. Let's go buy them now.
in fact
in truth in fact, I can make myself just as big as he!
knowledge
information, understanding, or skill
He has a good knowledge about fishing.
leather
animal skin used to make clothes or shoes
She saved the leather.
lettuce
a garden vegetable that has large thin leaves that are eaten raw, often in salads
Jill did not want to have any lettuce added to the salad she ate for lunch.
live
being broadcast as events happen, instead of being recorded earlier
The broadcast was recorded, not live.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
We are all looking forward to our vacation this month.
majority
more than half; most
Tiny bits of plastic called microplastics form the majority of the island.
marketing
the action or business of promoting
They are marketing their new product on TV and radio.
membership
the state of being a member of some group or organization
My father just bought a golf club membership.
merchandise
goods that are bought and sold in trade
They sell Chupacabra merchandise in their markets.
moment
a short time period
He thought for a moment and then said.
name
to give a name to
In 1898, a baby named Henry Moore was born in England.
newscaster
one who delivers news for broadcast
The newscaster gave no details about the news today.
office
a room that often contains a desk and chair where business is done
I got to my office late on Tuesday morning.
organic
food grown without synthetic chemical additives
I always buy organic food if I can.
owe
to have to pay
I still owe money on the bike.
part time job
employment that carries fewer hours than a full-time job
I needed money, so I got a part time job.
passport
a document of identification
If you plan on traveling abroad you will need a passport to exit your country.
performance
something done on stage etc.
The company gave a performance of 'Othello'.
portable
able to be carried
Smart homes can be controlled through portable computers.
produce
to manufacture something using machines
I have produced many pamphlets for you to use.
product
something manufactured
It is now known that our friends’ opinions affect our purchase of products and services.
professional
engaged in one of the learned professions
Doctors, lawyers and engineers are all professional careers.
professional
a person whose job requires special skill or education
Most of the students at our school want to be professional athletes in the future!
quarter
one of four equal parts
All four quarters added together equaled one cake and it was quickly eaten!
recommend
to advise or suggest something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
record
to copy sounds or images onto a machine that can play them back
We used the camcorder to record Tom's football game.
review
the act of looking over events that happened in a particular period of time
It got terrible reviews, and there is a strange story about that.
rug
a thick piece of material that covers part of a floor
There is a blue rug in my living room.
sign up for
to register or join
My sister and I have signed up for swimming lessons afterschool.
solution
the correct answer to a problem
Did you think of a solution to your problem?
stop by
to visit; to come over for a short time stop by my house anytime to visit.
stuff
material, substance or an object
What is that black, oily stuff on the beach?
such as
for example
I don't like bugs such as moths, mosquitoes, and flies.
supplies
things that you keep for future use
We gather our supplies before we have art class.
talent
something that a person does very well
He has a talent for playing the piano.
thick
not thin
Scientists mix chicken waste, water, and other materials until it forms a thick substance.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
treat
something given as a gift intended to give pleasure
My father often gives my brother and I treats when we do well at school.
unlike
not similar
However, unlike a pipefish or seahorse, the leafy seadragon’s limbs make it look like a plant.
vary
to change
Greetings may also vary from country to country.
wait for
left or prepared for you to collect
I've been waiting for John for two hours.
wool
the hair from a sheep, llama, or alpaca that can be used to make clothing, blankets, etc.
She uses wool from her sheep to make sweaters.
work
to function
How does a nuclear chain-reaction work?
worth
having a particular value, usually in money
How much is this book worth?
write down
to put words on paper write down any questions you have.
accept
to agree to receive or allow
Tobacco was valuable like gold and silver, and the "tobacco notes" were accepted there for most of the 18th century.
accompany
to go with someone to a place
Their teacher, Mrs. Guildford, and two parents are accompanying the children on the trip.
airfare
the price for traveling by airplane
I’d really love to visit you, but the airfare is very expensive.
airline
a company providing air transport of people and things
Which airline did you choose to fly with?
all of a sudden
happening unexpectedly
She started screaming all of a sudden.
anxious
feeling worried or distressed about something that might happen in the future
The sailor was pleased and anxious at the same time.
as well
also
He speaks French, and writes it as well.
avoid
to stay away from something
Please avoid stepping on the flowers.
be caused by
a reason for an action or condition
Some accidents are caused by drinking too much alcohol.
bill
paper money
I only have US bills, do you think I'll be able to spend them here?
break
to act against a law, rule, or promise
If you break your promise, I'll never see you again.
business trip
a visit made for work purposes
He’s going on a business trip to Peru.
cafeteria
the place in a school where students eat
"Me too," Jenny said. "Let’s go eat!" She led Amanda to the cafeteria.
caffeine
a chemical found in coffee, tea, and cola
If I drink too much coffee, the caffeine makes me feel very nervous and I cannot sleep.
change
money in the form of coins instead of paper
Thank you. $30 is your change.
checkup
an examination or inspection
If you notice that the redness doesn’t disappear in a week, bring her back for another checkup.
childhood
the state or time of being a child
Her childhood was a time of happiness.
chore
a light, repeated task usually done to keep a house in order
Walking a dog, helping a friend do chores, and teaching are examples of services.
classmate
a pupil in the same school class.
She is my classmate.
clip
to cut or cut off
I am going to clip the papers all around my area.
close to
near in time, place, relationship etc
My house is close to the park. I play there everyday.
common
not unusual
CDs are very common in department stores.
confused
not having a full understanding
The message was unclear, so he was confused and not sure what to do.
contain
to hold
Scandinavia is the area of the world that contains countries like Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
convenience store
a small store
There is a new convenience store at the corner.
defeat
to win a victory over someone in a war
It was too hard for Hercules to defeat the Hydra by himself.
definitely
absolutely; certainly
I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.
disorder
a problem or illness which affects someone's mind or body
The doctor didn't know what disorder the person had.
do the dishes
wash dishes
The kids offered to do the dishes.
document
a written statement giving information, proof, evidence etc
She signed several legal documents relating to the sale of her house.
driver's license
(American) a driving licence.
I finally got my driver's license.
extra
more than what is normal or expected
There is lots of extra food on the table.
extra
more than what is normal or expected
There is lots of extra food on the table.
fall asleep
to go to sleep
I couldn't fall asleep so I watched a movie.
financially
of a manner that has to do with money
Everyone thought that Mrs. Erlynne was ruining Lord Windermere financially.
fine
to punish someone by making them pay money
If you park your car here, the police will fine you.
flight attendants
a steward or stewardess on an aircraft
The flight attendants approached me and served food to me.
fund
to supply money for something
The old man funds his grandchildren's education.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
head for
to go towards something
The buses head for the park, not the library.
helpless
not able to take care of oneself
Music can make us feel happy or sad, helpless or energetic, and some music is capable of overtaking the mind until it forgets all else.
high school
a school that cimprises grades 9 to 12
She learned some American history in high school.
homeless
having no home
After losing his job the man was suddenly homeless.
household
of or related to a house
A lot of household waste can be recycled.
index finger
the finger next to the thumb
She placed her index finger into her lips to make the students keep quiet.
information
facts told or knowledge gained or given
The princess got an information about the two doors.
injury
harm or damage
The injury made Wilbur shy.
insurance
an agreement that protects someone from incurring future losses
The insurance agent came out and assessed the damage from the car accident.
internship
a period in which an individual work for free or little pay
The bank has an internship program over the summer for university students.
last
to continue to be useful or available to someone for a set amount of time
This movie will last about one hour.
mad
being extremely angry or upset
I got mad at my sister for taking my cookie and eating it.
memory
the mental capacity of retaining and recalling information
Chimpanzees also have good memory skills which allow them to remember new information.
move
to change to a different position or place
Her shadow moves when she moves.
move away
to leave the area where one presently lives
My best friend who lived next door moved away when I turned six years old.
mow the lawn
cut down an area of grass
Sam mowed the lawn with his brother.
name
to give a name to
In 1898, a baby named Henry Moore was born in England.
professor
a teacher who teaches at a college or university
My dad is a professor.
quite a while
a long time
I haven't seen Natasha for quite a while.
raincoat
a water-resistant coat
Wear your raincoat and rain boots.
realize
to understand or sense something
I didn’t realize it was four o’clock already. I have to hurry.
remedy
a treatment given for illness
The herbal remedy was the best remedy for headaches.
report
an account of something which gives the necessary facts and information
Can you hand in the report on time?
represent
to be a sign or symbol of something
The color red represents danger.
separate
to stop being together, joined, or connected
Sometimes, slave mothers, fathers, and children were sold and separated from each other.
sincerely
honestly; really
Everything was clear for him, and he held his faith very sincerely.
speed limit
the highest speed at which you can legally drive on a particular road
When I travel from the US to Canada I have to remember that the speed limit is in kilometers per hour not miles per hour.
stable
steady
It is important to keep the plants stable so nuclear products and wastes are not released into the atmosphere.
starve
to die from not having enough food starving and desperate, Midas asked for his power to be removed.
subway station
a terminal where subways load and unload passengers
The subway stations are full of art.
symptom
a sign that something is wrong symptoms of an unhealthy hive include the disappearance of worker bees.
take care of
to look after
The mother had to quit her job and take care of her son when he became disabled from the accident.
total
reached after adding or counting something
The club has a total membership of 300.
travel agency
agency engaged in arrangements for travelers
I visited the travel agency to buy a ticket for my holiday in Hawaii.
travel agent
a place where people go to make flight arrangements for a trip
I visited the travel agent to buy a ticket for my holiday in Hawaii.
unexpected
surprising because something was not expected
Her unexpected arrival confused all our plans.
used to
did habitually
Julie used to be my best friend, but she betrayed me so we are not friends anymore.
accept
to agree to receive or allow
Tobacco was valuable like gold and silver, and the "tobacco notes" were accepted there for most of the 18th century.
according to
as stated or reported by according to the news, it will rain tomorrow.
actually
in truth; really
We actually had a hard time selling her apartment.
addictive
being so strongly desired that one becomes almost powerless to stop doing or using it
Coffee can be very addictive, and some people drink it all day.
adjust
to change something a small amount to reach the desired state of function or comfort
This button is for adjusting the volume.
admit
to acknowledge that something is true
I have to admit that I had fun at the party.
affect
the way someone seems to feel
Mad cow disease can affect all kinds of cows.
ahead of
in front of
There is a river ahead of you.
allowed
to admit
Smoking is not allowed here.
amount
a quantity of something
We've had a huge amount of help from people.
apply for
to make a formal request
I will apply for the secretary position today.
at first
initially; at the beginning
She didn't like the job much at first, but I love my job now .
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
award
a prize etc awarded
The film awards were presented annually.
backache
a pain in one's back
I didn't go to the school because of a terrible backache.
be able to
to have the ability to complete or do something
Bart was able to get to class on time because he ran.
be about to
to be going to (perform an action)
I am about to leave the office.
be located in
to specify a position
His office was located in central places.
bookcase
a furniture containing shelve of books
Put your books back on the bookcase.
bookstore
a place where books are sold
We bought some books at the bookstore.
by the way
a phrase indicating additional information
What did you say your name was, by the way?
cancer
a disease caused by uncontrolled cell growth
Can cell phones really give people cancer?
cart
a two-wheeled vehicle usually pulled by animals
Some paintings showed simple things, like a farm cart.
catch up
to move or work quickly enough to attain the same progress as others
I had to stay late at school so I had to catch up with my friends at the mall.
cause
to create an effect or result
The gloomy weather caused her to be depressed.
chef
a person whose job is to cook food in a restaurant or hotel
The chef of that restaurant makes very good crab cakes.
club
a group of people that meet often for a special reason or activity
Our movie club watches a movie once a week.
correlation
a relationship or connection between two or more things
There is a strong correlation between obesity and heart disease.
decline
to decrease in amount, strength or importance
Our sales are declining due to the poor economy.
dine
eat dinner
Researchers found that women who dined with two or three friends ate 700 calories on average.
director
the person who tells the actors and other people working on a movie what to do
The film director came on a video screen and told her to sit down.
discuss
to talk about
Later, the boys discussed similarities between their favorite animals.
disease
an illness
Giving up smoking reduces the risk of several diseases.
drop
to let something fall
Agnes dropped the ball into the ocean.
except for
not including
We enjoyed the holiday, except for the expense.
fact
something that is true
Some of the stories are myths and some are facts.
fancy
decorative or ornamented
It does not look fancy.
fantastic
wonderful
She told me some fantastic story about her father being a Grand Duke!
fare
the money people pay to travel on public transportation, taxis or boats
How much is the bus fare these days?
flatter
to say nice things about someone, even if they may not deserve it
They called him a lady’s man because he liked to flatter women.
flight
the act of traveling through the air
I watched the baby bird make his first flight.
flight attendant
the people whose job is to look after the passengers on an airplane
Julie asked the flight attendant for some peanuts.
grab
to take hold of suddenly or with force
When I realized I was late, I grabbed my jacket and ran out the door.
harmful
damaging
For instance, driving a car sends out harmful gases.
have to
to be obligated to do something
We have to meet later.
have trouble ~ing
to make someone feel anxious or worried
Nowadays I have trouble sleeping well at night.
headline
the title of a newspaper story, printed in large letters
A(n) headline in the newspaper told about an interesting story.
heart attack
a sudden failure of the heart to function correctly, sometimes causing death
My father has had a slight heart attack.
import
to bring goods from one country into another to be sold
He imports a lot of beer.
in a hurry
having no time to wait
The students were in a hurry to get to class.
include
to take in or consider along with
Often these songs include lots of dancers in beautiful clothes.
increase
to (cause to) grow in size, number etc
The number of children in this school has increased greatly in recent years.
instead of
as a substitute or alternative to
You should have been working instead of watching television.
item
one of several things in a group or list
There were many items for sale.
kind of
a little
Mangosteen is a kind of fruit that is sweet and juicy.
lecture
a talk about a subject given to a group or class
Sometimes it is hard to stay awake during long lectures.
lung
an organ used for breathing
Many smokers have problems with their lungs.
lung
an organ used for breathing
Many smokers have problems with their lungs.
nail
fingernail; toenail
Cut your nails before you cook your dinner.
nearest
가장 가까운
Most of the object was dark, but the part nearest the orange light was visible.
necessary
being essential
Floating schools and hospitals are actually large boats that contain everything necessary for teaching and healing.
obese
being very fat in a manner that is harmful to a person's health
The mother was worried because her son had become obese; He weighed over 300 pounds.
party
celebration
Maria decided to have a birthday party so she baked a cake and invited three of her closest friends.
passerby
someone who goes past a place when something happens
A passerby may notice something important, so ask around.
pay
to give money for something
Once you selected your toy, do you remember paying the store owner for it?
police officer
a person who has the job of making sure others follow the laws of a city, state, and country
A police officer helps if there is trouble.
professor
a teacher who teaches at a college or university
My dad is a professor.
purchase
to buy something with money
She purchased new shoes.
quit
to stop
Babe quit high school to play basketball.
savior
a person who saves someone or something from danger or difficulty
The Gunliffes felt that Mally was a(n) savior for rescuing their only son.
serious
causing worry; dangerous
The doctor is worried I might have a serious disease.
somewhere
in, at, or to an unknown place or any place somewhere around here there should be a hotel.
stranger
someone you don't know
My mom told me to never talk to strangers when I was young.
stretch
to reach out or extend part of the body
It is a good idea to stretch your muscles before you exercise.
take a look at
turning one's attention to
Why don't I go take a look at the car?
take a nap
have a short sleep
The baby takes a nap right after her meal.
take notes
writing down the key point
Kelly is ready to take notes before the class.
transportation
an act, system, or business of moving people or goods from one place to another
This city has a good transportation system.
travel agency
agency engaged in arrangements for travelers
I visited the travel agency to buy a ticket for my holiday in Hawaii.
wake up
to stop sleeping
What time are you going to wake up tomorrow?
wash the dishes
process of cleaning dishes or plates
Please wash the dishes after dinner.
access
to gain use of
You can access your new bank account on the Internet.
acquaintance
a person that you know but do not consider a good friend
I was pleasantly surprised to meet an old acquaintance of mine.
add
to increase
The part is then sent down the assembly line and another worker adds a different piece.
advanced
beyond the average
Therefore, chimpanzees have skills similar to humans, though not as advanced.
announcement
public or formal words that tell something
They each tried to see the school bulletin board because it had several announcements about upcoming events.
armchair
a chair tall sides to support a persons elbows and arms
Sherlock Holmes was sitting in a big armchair.
article
a piece of writing
He had to find an article for a school project.
at once
immediately
I tried to put all of my books in my bag at once, but it was too small.
backpack
a pack or knapsack, often of canvas or nylon, to be carried on one's back
My backpack is heavy.
be proud of
to have admiration or pride in someone or something
You should be proud of all of your accomplishments.
beach
an area of sand on the shore of a body of water
Do you think of beaches when you think of Florida?
beginner
one who is just starting to learn something
It is common for beginners to make many mistakes at first.
belongings
something owned by someone
Please be sure you have all your belongings when you leave the train.
block
a part of a city lined on all four sides by streets
My best friend when I was growing up only lived 2 blocks away from me.
circle
to draw a round shape
Listen and circle the correct words.
closet
a small room used for storage
What are you doing hiding in the closet?
come with
to follow; to come to a place with a person
Does the chicken combo come with biscuits?
compare
to look at differences in things and decidewhich thing is better
A Swedish experiment will compare the productivity of shorter and longer workweeks.
convenience store
a small store
There is a new convenience store at the corner.
crowded
having many people in a small area
The green subway line is always crowded in Seoul.
delay
to put off to another time
We have delayed publication of the book till the spring.
depart
to leave, to go away
She departed from the train station around 6 o’clock.
difference
a state or quality in which people or things are not like each other
There is no difference between the two people here.
diner
a person who dines.
The waitress served food to the two diners.
drown
to die because one has been under water
My sister almost drowned in the lake today.
drunk
drinking ALCOHOL to the point where one loses control over his or her normal bodily functions
Jerry got a little drunk at the party.
due to
because of (something)
Bangladesh is a country slowly losing land due to flooding.
entrance exam
a test to determine a candidate's preparation for a course
I feel unhappy because I failed my entrance exam.
environmental
of or about the natural world in which plants and animals live
Many schools are teaching their students to become more aware of environmental issues.
exhibition
an act of displaying a particular emotion or quality
The performers put on an exhibition at our school.
explain
to provide reasoning
He explains things to people.
feel sorry for
to have pity on
He felt sorry for his friend.
figure
to believe or expect something
He figured he had lots of time to get there.
former
being in the past; having occurred at a time before now
She is not her former self. She has become noticeably prettier.
function
to work or operate
Companies trade to make a profit, which is money earned after the company spends what it needs in order to function.
gather
to bring things together
Sue gathered as much information as she could.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
get sick
to become sick
I got sick at the restaurant.
gift shop
a shop that sells miscellaneous articles appropriate as gifts
He looked in the Tower gift shop.
graduate
to complete a level of schooling
I’ll graduate from high school next month.
hold up
to hold something in your hands so other people can see it hold up your hand if you agree.
ice cube
a small cube of artificial ice; used for cooling drinks
Fill the bowl with cold water and ice cube.
incoming
in the process of coming in
Please sort through the incoming mail to see if the utilities bill has arrived.
inconvenience
a problem or trouble
When her car broke down, it was an inconvenience for her to get to work by public transportation.
insist
to be firm on some demand
He insisted the first woman be given qualities such as beauty and cunning.
institute
an organization where people work for a particular purpose
He went on to become the superintendent of an institute for deaf and blind students.
intermediate
lying or occurring between two different points, forms, or extremes
The teacher placed me in an intermediate class.
issue
a matter
In 1860, a girl was born who would grow up to influence ideas of peace and social issues.
latter
the second item when two items are compared
They chose the latter option as the quality was much better than the other.
lie down
to be or move into a horizontal position on a surface
The boy is lying down on the grass.
lifeguard
an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents
One lifeguard saved on my life when I fell into the swimming pool.
magazine
a publication issued regularly containing articles, stories etc by various writers
I enjoyed reading magazines about sports cars and the like.
manufacturer
a group or company that makes a certain product
The toy manufacturers came into great financial success during the holiday season.
miss
to feel unhappy because of the absence of someone or something
Pablo really misses his mom.
nearby
not far away
This made nearby fields wet.
nearly
almost
In the United States, chickens produce nearly 100 million tons of waste per year.
numb
deprived of the power to feel
My fingers are numb with cold.
opinion
an attitude or belief about something
What is your opinion on this matter?
order
to place a request for a product or food or drink
What did you order for dinner?
pack
to put things in something in order to carry them
Jenna and her dad packed up the car with items to be recycled.
pack
to put things in something in order to carry them
Jenna and her dad packed up the car with items to be recycled.
passenger
a person riding in but not driving a vehicle
Trains carry many passengers every day.
personality
the quality of the state of being of a person
Cleopatra was known for her remarkable beauty and charismatic personality.
pleased
happy; satisfied
She was pleased with the dress.
pour
to send a liquid falling from a container
Next, the hot mixture is poured into molds shaped like crayons.
receipt
a statement listing what you have purchased or paid for and the amount you paid
He kept the receipt after he purchased the shoes.
renovate
to repair or rebuild a house, room, etc. so that it is functional again
We have to renovate the old tree house in Grandpa’s garden.
renovation
(often plural) the act of RENOVATING something
The hotel will go through a major renovation.
repeat
to say or do again
Can you please repeat the question?
rescue
to save from harm
So, the FBI sends in a search and rescue dog to find people.
route
a path or way that a person or animal regularly travels long
We should take a different route home.
safety
the state of being free from harm or danger
This is a place where children can play in safety.
sculptor
a person who creates SCULPTURES
The sculptor created the beautiful statue out of metal.
several
more than two but not very many
She played several musical instruments, and she learned to dance, ride horses, and hunt.
share
a part or piece of something that has been divided between two or more
Now the camel could do his share of the work.
snack
a small amount of food that is less than a meal
In some countries such as Thailand, people eat cockroaches as a snack.
splendid
outstanding, most agreeable
The dowager was about forty-five years old and looked splendid.
subscribe
to pay money in order to receive copies of magazine or newapaper
Write your email to subscribe his magazine.
talented
having natural ability
She is a talented musician.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
troublemaker
a person who causes difficulties
He used to be a troublemaker at school.
waiting room
a room with seating where people can wait
Could you wait for a second in the waiting room?
weekday
a day of the week other than Saturday or Sunday
Not many places are open early on weekdays.
a while ago
previously or before
I gave you the test paper a while ago.
ache
to feel pain, usually one that is weak and constant
A broken bone can ache for months even after it is treated.
all over the world
throughout the world
People live all over the world.
audition
to sing or dance in front of the people who decide who will be in a movie or play
Cindy had been waiting three years to audition for the lead role.
bar
a place where wine and other ALCOHOLIC drinks are sold
He also told stories to the men in the bar of the inn.
Bible
the collection of sacred CHRISTIAN writings
The messages that were passed through the cotton fields were not about the Moses from the bible.
blind
being unable to see
Brad is blind in one eye.
carefully
in a careful way
The doctor looked carefully at every part of Black Beauty.
catch a cold
to contract the common cold
Many people catch a cold during the summer because of air-conditioning units.
choose
to select; decide between several possibilities
She had to choose between the two.
communicate
to share ideas by speaking, writing, or using sign language
Pat wanted to know how gorillas communicate.
condition
a state of being
Do you wonder how some animals can survive in extreme conditions?
deaf
being partially or completely unable to hear sound
I went deaf after the concert.
decide
to make up one's mind
Jack has not decided what college he is going to go to.
deserve
to be worthy of something
She was very, very bad, and she does not deserve forgiveness!
difference
a state or quality in which people or things are not like each other
There are many differences between people and squirrels.
directly
right away, immediately
James ran home directly from school, without stopping at the candy store.
disability
the condition of not being able to do things in a normal way
Due to his disability, Ron has to use a wheelchair to get around.
discuss
to talk about
We must discuss the issue now while it is still fresh.
dry
not wet; without any water
If you don't hang up the towels, they won't get dry.
dye
to color something
She is going to dye her hair red.
entertainment
something that entertains
The movie was our entertainment for tonight.
errand
a short journey either to take a message or to deliver or collect
Bill had to run some errands after work.
evident
reasonable
Based on the student's poor test scores, it is evident he is unsuccessful in school.
except
not including
Everything except the bread was eaten.
exhausted
to be very physically tired
After the marathon, I was exhausted.
favor
a helpful act of kindness
Now, he did it as a favor to me, to show that he was still my friend.
fever
a condition in which body temperature is above normal
My forehead is hot with the fever.
fit
to be appropriate for something
Since I lost weight, my pants don’t fit me anymore.
fitting room
changing room
The customer is trying on a dress in the fitting room.
flavor
taste
These spices add flavor!
footprints
a mark left by feet or shoes
Prints include footprints, lip prints and shoe prints.
for a while
during a short time
We should sleep for a while.
garage
a building or an area in which vehicles are kept
Our garage is used as a storage room.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
get together
a small gathering
We can try to get together sometime next week.
give a hand
to help someone complete or accomplish some task
People should give a hand to one another when they need help.
grade
a mark or score in a school course of study
A good grade will boost the confidence of the student.
hold
to have something in your hand, arms
The lady is holding a bottle of water.
hold
to have something in your hand, arms
The lady is holding a bottle of water.
in the middle of
engaged in a process of doing something
The car broke down in the middle of the road.
instructor
a person who teaches or INSTRUCTS, usually as a job
Who is the instructor of this class?
instrument
a device that is used to make music
They also began to use different instruments to play jazz.
intonation
the way speech rises and falls in pitch
Stress and intonation are not easy to learn in a foreign language.
meal
the food taken at one time
She eats three meals a day.
medicine
a substance used to treat illness
Specifically, I show them which plants can be used for food and medicine.
meeting
a planned discussion about a given topic or set of topics
There will be a meeting this afternoon at 3:30.
mention
to refer to something briefly
He mentioned that he had a friend named Ernest.
mess
being dirty or unclean
My mom told me to clean up the mess in my room.
messy
being dirty or unclean
The room is so messy, you can't see the floor!
out of order
broken or not working properly
The ATM in the lobby was out of order, so I had to use the one across the street.
partially
being such in part only
The book was partially covered by the teacher.
participation
the act of being involved in something
One third of my grade is based on class participation.
possible
being able to be done or achieved
It is not possible to live without sleeping.
potato chips
a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat
I like a lot of ketchup on my potato chips.
presentation
a demonstration to offer or display information
I went to a very informative seminar and listened to a presentation about the history of Hinduism.
presentation
a formal talk in which someone shows something or describes an idea to a group of people
The next presentation will be interesting.
price
cost of something
By developing the assembly line, Henry discovered a way to make lots of cars at a cheaper price.
production
a show or movie that is created and presented to people
He wants a career in film production.
pronunciation
the way that a word is pronounced
Tolly knew a lot of English, but his poor pronunciation made it hard to understand him.
range
an amount of variation
Rainfall in the forest falls within the range of 2.4 to 5.6 inches a month, depending on the season.
recently
not long in the past
Once, wolves were almost extinct in America, but recently, the number of wolves has multiplied in Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming.
regardless of
without consideration for regardless of the weather, the event will be held on Friday.
relieved
no longer anxious or worried
I was relieved to hear you had arrived safely.
respected
admired and considered important by many people
Gandhi was the most respected leader of the 1900’s.
section
a part or piece that something is divided into
You can find cucumbers in the vegetables section of a supermarket.
select
to choose
Once you selected your toy, do you remember paying the store owner for it?
sign up for
to formally agree in writing to participate in something
Let's sign up for the volleyball team.
since
between a particular point in the past and the present time since the rain this street has been flooded, we should look for another way to pass by.
sometime
at an unknown or undetermined time in the future or past
Sometimes we prefer to not go out.
specific
well defined and clearly stated
Some of us learned that specific emotions such as anger or crying are unacceptable.
spend
to pass (time)
I spent a week in Spain this summer.
spill
to cause a liquid to fall out of its container
If you spill that juice you have to clean it up.
stairs
a set of steps that go from one level of a building or structure to another level
Sara’s little shop is at the top of the stairs.
straight
without any curves
Did it cause your hair to stand up straight?
striped
having stripes or bands
Jerry's striped shirt looked really nice on him.
suit
to have an attractive appearance while being worn or used by someone
The furniture really suited the style of her beautiful house.
sweet
containing, or tasting as if something contains a lot of sugar
The pie you made was not sweet enough.
symptom
a sign in the body or mind that appears to suggest that one has an illness
Some doctors believe that marijuana helps alleviate the symptoms of some diseases.
take
to require an amount of time or money
It will take him two hours to finish his homework.
take a shower
shower
People take a shower when they sweat a lot after playing sports.
thoroughly
in a complete, careful way
He's thoroughly bored by romantic movies.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
try on
put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
Could I try on the shirt before buying it?
unable
not having enough power, skill or knowledge to do something
When Midas touched his food, it turned into gold and Midas was unable to eat.
unfortunately
with no luck or with bad effects unfortunately, I don't have my credit card with me or I'd buy lunch.
vet
a doctor for animals
He doesn't have money for the vet.
wake up
to stop sleeping
What time are you going to wake up tomorrow?
wavy
not straight
She had a red blond wavy hair.
wavy
curved
She has wavy hair.
weak
having little or no physical strength or ability
He is weak. He can’t lift it. Peter was small and weak.
wrap up
a conclusion or final result
The professor wrapped up the lecture by summarizing the main points.
actor
a person who plays a role
Some or all of the actors’ lines are sung instead of said.
as soon as
(not later than the moment) when
You may have a biscuit as soon as we get home.
at the moment
at this particular time; now
She's rather busy at the moment.
attention
notice, interest, or awareness
One announcement grabbed Martin’s attention.
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
awesome
being so incredible as to make someone feel AWE
To build such a large church with no modern machinery was an awesome achievement.
battery
something you put inside a machine to give it power
My cell phone battery is getting old, so it doesn't work well.
be careful
주의하다
The soup is hot. be careful!
be on the phone
speaking to someone else by phone
He is on the phone right now.
biology
the study of living things
In the biology class, students looked at leaves under a microscope.
block
a part of a city lined on all four sides by streets
My best friend when I was growing up only lived 2 blocks away from me.
briefly
in a BRIEF manner; using only a few words
The teacher briefly explained how to solve the math problem.
cell phone
a mobile telephone that works by a system of radio signals
I do not have a cell phone.
collect
to get things from a place
The Carson River is a drainage basin that collects water from the area around it.
come in
to approach or move toward a particular place
I open the door and my dog come in my room.
complain
to express negative thoughts or emotions
It's not polite to complain about the food at someone else's house.
cook
a person who cooks, especially for a living
She was employed as a cook at the embassy.
corner
the point at which two sides, lines, roads or edges come together
The store is just around the corner.
destroy
to damage something so that it cannot be repaired
You cannot destroy these stones, and you cannot destroy my love.
donate
to give (money, clothes, food, time, etc.) for free in order to help others
He donated $100 to the fund.
excited
full of emotion
resident’s speech.
experiment
a scientific test that is performed to study something
We did a science experiment in class today.
fantastic
wonderful
She told me some fantastic story about her father being a Grand Duke!
field trip
a visit made by students to study something at firsthand
Our class went on a field trip to the history museum.
fitting room
changing room
The customer is trying on a dress in the fitting room.
forget
to not remember something
How absent minded of you to forget the tent.
free
not occupied; not busy
I am free tomorrow morning.
garbage
something thrown away
A final way to slow climate change is to put less garbage into landfills.
hear from
to receive a letter or phone call from someone
Have you heard from him lately?
hearing
the act of perceiving sound
Your sense of hearing is important when learning to speak.
identification
the act of finding out who a person is or what a thing is
Don't forget to bring your identification card. You'll have to show it before entering the event.
impress
to cause people to feel admiration or respect
He tried to impress the girl by walking on his hands.
jump off
jump down from an elevated point
Every year, hundreds of people jump off the Golden Gate bridge.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
We are all looking forward to our vacation this month.
miss
to feel the loss of something
Joe was heartbroken without Lassie and Lassie missed Joe too.
once
only one time
The actress only performed once on stage.
parcel
an object that has been put in a special container in order to be delivered or given to someone
I'd like to send this parcel by express delivery.
perfect
being completely without faults or mistakes
Their team work is in perfect harmony.
perform
used to describe how well or poorly someone completes a task
Continue to perform your duties.
phone
call someone on the telephone
James phoned Lina to ask her on a date.
physics
the science of matter, energy, and movement
In a physics lab we can study how things move and work.
post office
an office for receiving and dispatching letters, parcels etc
I'm looking for the post office.
practice
to do something repeatedly in order to improve a skill
I practice soccer every day.
previous
having happened before the present time or event
The house had to be sold because the previous owner was moving to another state.
project
a task that requires careful work for a long time
He had to find an article for a school project.
raise
to move something to a higher place or a standing position raise the shade so we can look out the window.
reach
arrive at
As she reached the door, they greeted farewell.
refund
a reimbursement of money
The unsatisfied customer asked for a refund.
remind
to cause or help someone to remember something he or she must do
Will you remind me later, please?
roof
the surface that forms the top or cover of a building, vehicle, or other structure
When Alice grew taller, she hit her head on the roof.
scene
a part of a play or movie in which something particular happens
The scene at the beach was beautiful.
schedule
a plan of things to do and their times
Let me tell you about my daily schedule.
select
to choose
Once you selected your toy, do you remember paying the store owner for it?
serious
causing worry; dangerous
The doctor is worried I might have a serious disease.
share
to allow someone to use that belongs to you
Devices such as these have changed the way we create and share information.
shoot
to record on film
They will try to shoot the entire movie in three months.
shorten
to make short or shorter
The phrase 'jack-of-all-trades' is a shortened version of 'jack of all trades and master of none'.
stay
to live somewhere for a short amount of time
I will stay with family until the term begins.
straight
not bent or curved
I used a ruler to draw a straight line.
striped
having stripes or bands
The referee wore a black and white striped shirt.
suit
a set of clothing
Alonso wanted to become a knight, so he got a suit of armor and changed his name to Don Quixote.
support
help
My grandmother wanted to go to school, but the harsh immigrant life pushed her to support her family.
tax
money charged by a government for public services
He was sent to prison for not paying his taxes.
terrific
excellent, wonderful
I feel absolutely terrific today!
textbook
a book containing facts about a particular subject
Students were given their new textbooks.
thanks to
as a result of thanks to you, I finished this report on time.
topic
something that people talk or write about
Climate change is a popular topic in the news today.
totally
in a complete manner
You look like a totally new person in that suit.
trash
waste material that has been thrown out
You shouldn't litter trash on the street.
tsunami
a very large ocean wave that is caused by an earthquake under the sea
Earthquakes and tsunamis are natural phenomena.
twice
happening two times, or having two times more
I called you twice this morning.
urge
to ask or encourage someone to do something
The maid urged the Queen to let her help her.
vacant
not filled
Debby has such a vacant look on her face I can't tell what she is feeling.
vacant
empty
There are many vacant buildings even in big cities like Seoul.
volunteer
a person who does work willingly and without being paid
We need volunteers to teach these students.
whether or not
no matter if
The children will play tomorrow whether or not it rains.
world-famous
known by many people in many different countries
She is a world-famous singer.
a pair of
two identical or similar things
I'd like to buy a pair of shoes today.
activity
something a person does to achieve a specific goal or to have fun
What kind of club activity do you like?
add
to increase
The part is then sent down the assembly line and another worker adds a different piece.
ankle
the region or joint between the foot and the leg
He hurt his ankle when he fell down the stairs.
as well as
a situation where two things share a relationship with each other
Protein is an essential part to a healthy diet as well as an important nutrient for muscular development.
assignment
a piece of homework
The assignment is due on Monday. If you hand it in late, you will be docked two points per day.
bake
to cook something in an OVEN
He baked a cake to eat.
blog
a posting page on an internet web site
She wrote her diary in the blog.
book
to schedule; to make an appointment
It is important to book a hotel room to stay in before you go on holiday.
booth
a stall or compartment
The driver must get out of the car, pump the gas, and walk over to the booth to pay.
broken
no longer working as it should
The refrigerator seems to be broken - it's not cold inside.
canned
packaged in a can
There’s some canned food in a box in the cellar.
Celsius
a unit of temperature measure, often abbreviated to C
The temperature is 9 degrees celsius.
check out
testing something for accuracy
Did you check out the main story in the newspaper?
clear up
become cured
Her health problems cleared up when she went to the hospital.
comfortable
feeling good in body or mind
She wears comfortable shoes so her feet don't hurt.
congratulate
to praise someone for achieving something
He congratulated his friend for his work.
contest
an event where people attempt to do things better than others in order to win
I want to win the contest.
cool down
식다, 가라앉다
The romance between Laura and Jim is starting to cool down.
count
to check one by one
At the end of the day, the farmer counted the number of apples in each boy’s basket.
cousin
the son or daughter of an uncle or aunt, also known
Tommy's cousin came to visit him for the summer.
cover
to form a layer over something
Mom covered the food so flies won't touch them.
deal with
to handle or manage difficult situation
You will have to deal with all the customer complaints.
decision
a choice made after giving consideration
I hope that she makes the best decision for her family.
definitely
absolutely; certainly
I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.
dig up
to uncover something that is under the ground by moving dirt
They're digging up the road yet again.
dirt
soil
Worms live in dirt and they do not have arms or legs.
disappear
to stop being visible
Most dinosaurs disappeared about 65 million years ago, but scientists are not sure why.
discount
a (small) sum taken off the price of something
He gave me a discount of 20%.
drop
to let something fall
Agnes dropped the ball into the ocean.
dry
having little or no liquid or water
Deserts are dry.
entertain
to provide amusement or ENTERTAINMENT
Actors entertain an audience with clever stories and dancing.
fall asleep
to go to sleep
I couldn't fall asleep so I watched a movie.
feel sorry for
to have pity on
He felt sorry for his friend.
figure out
work something out
The students are trying to figure out the magician's trick.
final
the very last
The final chapter of the book was touching.
fit
appropriate for a particular purpose
This book is not fit for a child to read.
fix
to repair something
My dad is going to fix my computer.
flat
having a relatively broad surface in relation to depth or thickness
It was a flat round bread with other foods on top.
footwear
to be worn on the feet
But the clumpy footwear is so unfeminine.
for free
without charge
They gave us a sample of ice cream for free.
forehead
the area of the face above the eyes
Black Beauty has a white star on his forehead.
go away
to leave
Please go away. I want to be alone right now.
grade
a level of study
There are around 50 students in grade 5.
grind
to crush or break (something) into small pieces
Herbivores needed flat, wide teeth to grind plants.
have ~ in mind
thinking of something as a possibility
How much do you have in mind for the apartment?
in a row
lined up one after another in a straight, singular column
The soldiers were standing in a row.
indoor
in a house or building
Some rich people have indoor swimming pools.
instead of
as a substitute or alternative to
We should go to church instead of going out to play.
invitation
a (written) request to come or go somewhere
We had to refuse the invitation to the wedding.
last
to continue in time
This celebration lasted for more than three days.
limited
not high or great in number, amount
It is because there are limited sources of food and water in the desert.
look for
the act of looking or seeing
I came to a big city to look for work.
lost
not to be able to find something or someone
We always get lost in London.
lovely
being beautiful, attractive, and stylish in a graceful manner
That's a lovely hair style!
luggage
suitcases and bags
Sir Henry thought it was odd that Holmes arrived with no luggage.
mirror
a smooth piece of glass that creates a reflection to look at
He looks in the mirror when he gets ready for work.
neighborhood
a district or area surrounding a particular place
He lives somewhere in the neighbourhood of the station.
noise
a sound, particularly one that is loud, displeasing or frightening
They were making too much noise at the cafe.
noisy
making a loud noise
Dogs are really noisy.
odd
strange
Inside the barn, people looked like they were leaning at odd angles.
offer
to give someone the opportunity to accept (something)
The after-school program would begin in January, and it would offer several different after school courses and activities.
oily
greasy
It was a stone wall, very even, oily, and cold.
on sale
at a discounted price
Everything in the store is on sale today.
participant
a person who is actively involved and included in something
He didn't participate in the discussion as a participant.
pass
to go by or move through
We sang songs to pass the time.?
pimple
여드름
I was so angry when I got a huge pimple on my forehead on picture day.
possibility
something that is possible; the state of being possible; (a) likelihood
The singer is sick. There's a strong possibility that the concert will be canceled.
pretty
very
Creating an application is pretty cool!
rarely
in an infrequent manner
I rarely eat a large breakfast during the week.
recently
of a period of time not long ago
We recently had a severe storm.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
regular
being normal, usual, or average
Most people live very regular lives.
remind
to cause or help someone to remember something he or she must do
Will you remind me later, please?
replace
to be used instead of something
It was replaced by the American flag on July 9, 1846.
reserved
kept separate for a particular group of people
All the tables in the restaurant were reserved.
ruin
to damage or completely destroy something
I’m afraid the rain will ruin my hairstyle.
select
to choose
Once you selected your toy, do you remember paying the store owner for it?
shorts
short trousers for men or women.
She is washing her shorts.
skin
the natural, outer covering that protects an animal's or person's body
Sue accidently made a cut on her skin while peeling the apple.
slip
to begin to fall as a result of losing balance
His shoe fell off his foot and slipped onto the train tracks.
slippers
a light low cut shoe
He told his friend to bring his slippers.
soccer field
an area where soccer is played in
Boys love to kick on the soccer field.
socks
pieces of clothing which cover your foot
Christmas presents are in these socks.
straight
not bent or curved
I used a ruler to draw a straight line.
submit
to agree
I have yet to submit my written report.
subway station
a terminal where subways load and unload passengers
The subway stations are full of art.
survive
to remain alive
He survived for twenty days on the small island.
take a picture
the act of taking a picture
Excuse me, would you please take a picture?
tall
having a great height
Because totem poles are tall, the images are on top of each other.
temperature
a measure of hotness or coldness
The temperature in the desert is very high during the day.
train station
terminal where trains load and unload people or products
How long will it take to get to the train station?
trick
to be not honest with someone in order to obtain a result
Josh tricked me into buying a broken walkman.
turn in
to hand something in
Make sure you sign your name on your test before you turn in the papers.
unfamiliar
being strange or unknown
I was lost. The area was unfamiliar to me.
various
different; varied
His reasons for leaving were many and various.
water pipes
a pipe that carries water
The water pipes freeze and burst in winter.
assistance
the act of helping someone
If you have any trouble with the computer, you can ask for assistance.
at first
initially; at the beginning
She didn't like the job much at first, but I love my job now .
awkward
lacking grace
During adolescents, teenagers often feel very awkward with what is going on in their bodies.
be about to
to be going to do something very soon
He is about to leave soon.
bump into
to crash into something or someone
They bump into each other while they is running.
change
money in the form of coins instead of paper
Thank you. $30 is your change.
clinic
a place that people visit briefly to receive specific medical treatment or advice
She will go to the clinic after work.
coloring
visual appearance with regard to color
Their skin coloring and complexions were tanned.
come in
to appear; to enter
Don't come in the room yet.
container
an object that is used to hold or store things
You should not heat food in the microwave using plastic containers.
dentist
a person whose job is to take care of people's teeth
Going to the dentist every six months will keep your teeth healthy.
direction
the path something is moving on or facing
We had to stop at the gas station to ask for directions to the beach.
dish
food mixed and prepared for the table
She served us an interesting dish containing chicken and almonds.
encourage
to cause someone to feel courage, confidence or hope
My wife encourages my kids to put some coins into the piggybank.
extra
more than what is required
The government can also collect taxes by charging extra money when you buy goods at a store.
fall down
to fall to the ground
He pointed the gun at the horse and shot it. The horse fell down on the ground.
fever
a condition in which body temperature is above normal
My forehead is hot with the fever.
first aid kit
kit consisting of a set of bandages and medicines for giving first aid
I need a bandage from the first aid kit.
fix
to repair something
The bed in the room was fixed to the floor so that it could not be moved.
for the first time
the initial time
I realized for the first time how wonderful life is.
get better
to improve one's health; to recover from an illness
I hope she gets better soon.
get hurt
to become injured
He got hurt when he fell.
get off
to get down from; to come out of
We should get off the subway at the next stop.
head to
to go in a certain direction
They headed to the library and then to the recycling center.
honored
to be grateful
I'm honored to be a member and work with you all.
imagine
to think about something imagine a ship on the ocean.
immediately
doing something now
Midas immediately tested his ability.
insert
to put something into a certain place or spot
They had to insert an advertisement into every newspaper by hand.
intensive
very thorough and in great detail
She took an intensive English course in the States.
leak
to escape through a small hole
There is a leak in the roof.
look
the condition that someone or something appears
His gentle look was attractive to her.
manager
someone who is in charge of a business
The manager gave Pinocchio money to give to Geppetto.
mow the lawn
cut down an area of grass
Sam mowed the lawn with his brother.
necessary
being needed or required
Working is necessary for everyone to do.
nutrition
the process of eating the right kind of food tostay healthy
Bees can die if they do not have good nutrition.
opposite
being on the other side of
The museum is on the opposite side of the street from City Hall.
orchid
a plant with colorful flowers and an unusual shape
The smell of orchids filled the room.
order
request to be made
I have ordered some new furniture from the shop.
out of
no longer having
We are out of milk.
pants
trousers
The boy is wearing pants, not a skirt.
pick up
to lift up, to collect something or someone from a certain place
I pick up the phone.
piece
a portion
"However, I would rather have a piece of corn than a peck of pearls!"
pill
a small ball or tablet of medicine
She took a pill because she can't sleep well.
plumber
a person whose job is to supply and connect, or repair water pipes, baths, toilets, etc.
You need a good plumber when you're building a house.
pool
a large container filled with water used for people to swim in
The man swims in the pool.
popular
being liked or supported by a large number of people
Coffee is the most popular drink in the world.
prefer
to like someone or something more than other things or people
She doesn’t like fish. She prefers meat.
present
a gift
I'll be getting a lot of presents, too.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
recruit
to persuade someone to work for a company or become a member of an organization
Public schools are recruiting new teachers.
research
the careful study of sources to discover information about a subject
I've done some research to find out the cheapest way of travelling there.
runny nose
watery liquid coming out from the nose
He has a runny nose because he didn't wear a lot of clothes in the winter.
savior
a person who saves someone or something from danger or difficulty
The Gunliffes felt that Mally was a(n) savior for rescuing their only son.
secretary
a person employed to write letters, keep records and make business arrangements
He dictated a letter to his secretary.
select
to choose someone or something carefully from a group of possibilities
You need to select which courses you will take next semester.
separately
not with another person or thing
We decided to drive separately so I can leave early.
serve
to distribute food etc or supply goods
She served the soup to the guests
shorts
pants that usually end at the knees
I was wearing a pair of shorts because it was so warm outside.
soda
a sweet drink that has a certain FLAVOR and consists of a sweetener and water with BUBBLES in it
Let’s get soda and popcorn.
spill
to come out of a holding container
The glass of water spilled onto the table.
stiff
something that if rigid
Our coach gives us stiff penalties if we do not perform well in practice.
stretch
to reach out or extend part of the body
It is a good idea to stretch your muscles before you exercise.
suggest
to put an idea before another person for consideration
Tom suggested to eat something before the movie starts.
symptom
a sign of an illness or problem
He didn't have any of the usual symptoms from the disease.
take
to receive into the body or system, as by swallowing or inhaling
I have to take one pill every hour for eight hours.
take up
to occupy
My coat takes up too much space in my suitcase.
taste
to sense food using the tongue
If you lose the ability to smell, you also lose your ability to taste food!
though
in contrast with another fact or statement
These tiny babies grow very big and strong, though.
tooth decay
destruction of the outer surface of the tooth
Too much sugar in your diet will cause tooth decay.
toothache
a pain in a tooth
She is suffering from toothache.
totally
in a complete manner
You look like a totally new person in that suit.
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area or on a particular road
Rush hour traffic is always bad.
tray
a container that has low sides, no top, and used to carry or hold something
She is bringing cookies on the tray.
treatment
the application of medicines or surgery
How do students continue their education and how do sick people get health treatment?
trim
to cut and make shorter
He’s trimmed his beard.
try out
to compete or interview for a position
He tried out his new scooter.
vending machine
a machine that sells things
Sometimes for lunch, I just get something from the vending machine.
vitamin
a substance that is healthy for your body and can be found in foods or taken as a medicine vitamins are good for your health.
warm up
to prepare before an activity by doing gentle exercise or practice
We can’t be late for the warm up.
waste
to consume something
Still more people try to reduce the amount of water they waste.
water
to pour water onto a particular object, plant, or surface
I didn't water the garden today because it rained.
water pipes
a pipe that carries water
The water pipes freeze and burst in winter.
wrap
to cover or enclose something with a thin material such as paper or cloth
Can you wrap this present for me?
access
to gain use of
You can access your new bank account on the Internet.
actress
a woman who acts on the stage for money
She is a famous actress.
advertise
to tell about something so people will want to buy it
Automobile companies advertise their new car models every fall.
among
in the middle of something or SURROUNDED by something
I knew there was a thief among us at the dormitory.
arrange
to organize or put in an order
The teacher arranged the students from oldest to youngest.
attempt
making an effort to do something
They failed in their attempt to climb Everest.
available
being possible to use or obtain
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
avoid
to stay away from something
Please avoid stepping on the flowers.
belt
a circular band in a machine that helps things to move along
The fan belt will cost around $30 or $40.
bill
paper money
I only have US bills, do you think I'll be able to spend them here?
blanket
a cover made of some kind of cloth that is used to keep warm, usually on a bed
I like thick and heavy blankets in winter.
broad
being wide in shape or size
The bull has a broad back.
broken
to be in pieces, fragmented
A broken heart cannot be fixed.
celebrate
to mark a happy occasion by doing something special
Mary celebrated her birthday by taking everyone out for ice cream sundaes.
cereal
a food that is made from grain
What is your favorite brand of cereal?
classmate
a pupil in the same school class.
She is my classmate.
collect
to get things from a place
The Carson River is a drainage basin that collects water from the area around it.
come up with
to make; to create an idea, thought or plan
How did she come up with the answer so quickly?
complete
to finish making or doing (something)
When Hercules grew up, he completed twelve great feats.
comprehensive
including most or all aspects of something
The company offered comprehensive training for everyone that was hired.
congratulations
speak to someone in order to congratulate them
I patted him on the back and said, 'congratulations!'
conveyor
something that carries things from one place to another
The things that are to be recycled are first put on a conveyor belt.
cooperation
act of working with someone toward a common goal
The goal of kindergarten is to teach children cooperation.
cover
to form a layer over something
Mom covered the food so flies won't touch them.
cover
to form a layer over something
The pond is covered in ice in the winter.
cute
attractive in a pretty or endearing way
My new dress is very cute.
declare
to say something openly or officially
The king has declared freedom for everyone who will live in his kingdom.
degree
a piece of paper that proves a person finished college or university
He earned a degree in chemistry.
deposit
to put money or valuable items in a bank
Millions were deposited in Swiss bank accounts.
end
the last part
At the end of the day, the farmer counted the number of apples in each boy’s basket
except for
not including
We enjoyed the holiday, except for the expense.
exchange
give something and get something
Can I exchange this shirt?
exhausted
to be very physically tired
After the marathon, I was exhausted.
fall down
to fall to the ground
He pointed the gun at the horse and shot it. The horse fell down on the ground.
function
the purpose for which a thing is used
The function of the brakes is to stop the car.
good grades
having superior results
She got good grades in her English test.
handy
being very useful, helpful and practical
Umbrellas are very handy when the sun is too strong.
include
to take in or consider along with
Often these songs include lots of dancers in beautiful clothes.
join
to become part of a team or group
Please join my family for dinner this Saturday.
join
to be a part of or participate in something
Will you join us?
lift
to raise or bring to a higher position
The box was so heavy I couldn't lift it.
long time
over a long period of time
You are the only one who is his longtime friend.
look forward to
to expect; to hope for eagerly
We are all looking forward to our vacation this month.
luggage
suitcases and bags
Did you remember to pack your luggage for the trip?
mall
a large building with many different shops inside
Teenagers love to hang out at the mall.
material
the physical substance, such as wood or metal, that something is made of
You can buy all the materials you need to make that dress at the fabric store.
meat
the flesh of an animal that is eaten as food
The Ethiopian and the leopard needed meat to live.
model
a copy of something that is usually smaller than the real thing
We are building a model of the skeleton for the biology class.
oatmeal
a hot breakfast cereal made of oats
Olivia had oatmeal, orange juice, and a banana for breakfast that morning.
option
choice
It looks like you only have two options to choose from.
overseas
across ocean
Some reasons include increasing amounts of contact brought on by overseas assignments in the business world.
owe
to have to pay
I still owe money on the bike.
popular
being liked or supported by a large number of people
Sharon is the most popular girl in school.
pursue
to seek; to go after
Every country pursues its own interests.
real estate
Real estate businesses or real estate agents sell houses, buildings, and land
Sue needs to move to a new apartment, so she called the real estate company to make an appointment.
realistic
appearing as something does in reality
The artificial trees looked very realistic.
receipt
a statement listing what you have purchased or paid for and the amount you paid
He kept the receipt after he purchased the shoes.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
recover
to regain strength or health
Oliver recovered in the care of Mr. Brownlow.
refrigerator
a machine which keeps food cold and so prevents it from going bad
There is some ice in the refrigerator.
rent
a money that is paid for the use of one's property
The rent is due at the first of the month.
script
the written text of a book, play, film, or speech
Franny and I spent the afternoon reading the script for tomorrow's play.
section
a part or piece that something is divided into
You can find cucumbers in the vegetables section of a supermarket.
select
to choose someone or something carefully from a group of possibilities
You need to select which courses you will take next semester.
space
an area, especially one that is not crowded or full
He has always dreamed of going into space.
stairs
a set of steps that go from one level of a building or structure to another level
Sara’s little shop is at the top of the stairs.
stomach
organ inside the body that digests food
The alligator had a clock in its stomach.
stomachache
a pain in the belly
After eating the soup, I got a bad stomachache.
stressed out
being anxious and tired
He was stressed out while studying for his test.
support
help
My grandmother wanted to go to school, but the harsh immigrant life pushed her to support her family.
tight
leaving no space between clothing and thebody
My trousers are too tight.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
toy
something a child uses to play
The mother bought her daughter a new toy.
treat
something given as a gift intended to give pleasure
My father often gives my brother and I treats when we do well at school.
try on
put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
Do you want to try on the wedding dress in the picture?
urgent
requiring immediate attention
The children felt the urgent need to call their parents.
utility
a state of being useful
Most CO₂ comes from power utilities, industry, and transportation; much less comes from commercial and residential heating.
wallet
a small case that holds money
My wallet fell out of my pocket and now I have no money or identification.
watermelon
a large fruit; a kind of melon that is red inside
Tom ate the whole watermelon by himself.
weapon
a device or tool that is used for fighting with, attacking, or defending against other people
Tears are women’s weapon.
window shopping
looking at the products displayed in shop windows
We can still go window shopping even though it's raining.
work
to function
How does a nuclear chain-reaction work?
worse
“more bad" than a bad thing
My exam results were bad but his were much worse than mine.
wrap up
a conclusion or final result
The professor wrapped up the lecture by summarizing the main points.
a couple of
a pair; two or more, but not many a couple of people are still working here.
a few
a small number of
After a few days I called on him again.
a while ago
previously or before
I gave you the test paper a while ago.
absorb
to take in something in a natural way
It rained so much that the rainwater could not be absorbed into the ground.
academy
a school that specializes in one skill or subject
To join the police force, Maria had to go to a police academy.
appreciate
to understand how important something is
Because he had been poor in an earlier life, Kim really appreciated his riches now.
arrest
to take someone away to ask about a crime
They then interviewed and arrested the 58-year-old woman.
at the moment
at this particular time; now
She's rather busy at the moment.
be good at
to do something well
My brother is good at using computers.
be supposed to
something that one is required to do
You were supposed to meet me in two hours. You are late.
bill
an account of money owed for goods etc
Give me an electricity bill.
blame
to find fault with (a person)
I don't blame you for wanting to leave.
brake
a device for slowing or stopping the motion of a vehicle
The brakes don't work on this bike.
bulletin board
a board for posting notices
The teacher put a notice on the bulletin board.
calendar
a table showing the months, weeks, and days
I checked the calendar, but I was busy the day of the big party.
come up to
to reach
We came up to the hill.
confused
not having a full understanding
The message was unclear, so he was confused and not sure what to do.
count
to check one by one
At the end of the day, the farmer counted the number of apples in each boy’s basket.
creative
having or showing the power and imagination to create
Tommy's special dinner was creative and wonderful.
deliver
to take something to a person or place
Now, instead of going to school, the school is delivered to the students!
delivery
(an act of) handing over (letters, parcels etc)
The restaurant has a delivery service.
difference
distinguishing feature
The main difference between the TVs is the price.
direction
the path something is moving on or facing
We had to stop at the gas station to ask for directions to the beach.
discuss
to talk about
We must discuss the issue now while it is still fresh.
engine
a machine that converts heat into energy to produce force and motion
The mixture is then blended with diesel and is used to power engines.
expect
to think that something will probably happen
No one expected so much rain!
fault
a mistake
He was in an accident, but it wasn’t his fault.
favor
support or approval from people
He was doing her a favor by letting her help.
finally
in the end
He finally meets his neighbor.
forest
an area covered with trees
In the forest, there are many types of wild animals.
freezer
a large piece of kitchen equipment which uses electricity to keep food or drinks at a low temperature
This freezer was very useful to keep meats.
grammar
the rules of a language that describe its structure and how words are formed into sentences grammar is necessary in learning a language, but it should not be the most important thing.
have nothing to do with
no relation to
I have nothing to do with her at all.
height
how tall a thing or person is
The height of the table is less than one meter.
in general
usually; mainly in general, nobody uses this room.
in particular
particularly; specifically
There is one book in particular that may help you understand autism more clearly.
instead of
as a substitute or alternative to
We should go to church instead of going out to play.
instead of
as a substitute or alternative to
We should go to church instead of going out to play.
last
to continue in time
This celebration lasted for more than three days.
lost
not to be able to find something or someone
We always get lost in London.
mask
to cover up or conceal
The turtle is wearing a green mask to hide his identity.
most of all
a greater extent than anything else most of all, I'd like to thank my mom for being so special to me.
neglect
to disregard someone or something; not to give someone or something proper care
Be sure not to neglect your parents when they are old.
offer
to give someone the opportunity to accept (something)
The after-school program would begin in January, and it would offer several different after school courses and activities.
oil
a type of liquid that does not dissolve in water
Whale fat was also used for oil.
package
a box or container that items are placed in for mailing
Amy bought a package of gum.
paper
a substance for writing on made from wood
The helicopter was made out of paper, wood, a cork, and a rubber band.
parking lot
space where cars can be left
Where is the closest parking lot.
pay
to give money for something
Once you selected your toy, do you remember paying the store owner for it?
politician
a person who works in the government, usually after being ELECTED by members of a country or community
The politician was campaigning during an election.
possibility
something that is possible; the state of being possible; (a) likelihood
The singer is sick. There's a strong possibility that the concert will be canceled.
proper
suitable
"Both types of animals also need to be in their proper habitats."
quick
moving or doing something rapidly
The cat was very quick to move away from the dog.
rare
occurring infrequently
Gold is one of the more rare metals on Earth.
recently
of a period of time not long ago
We recently had a severe storm.
recommend
to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.
register
list or record of dates
If you register for both programs today, we can give a 10% discount to the swimming program.
relieved
no longer anxious or worried
I was relieved to hear you had arrived safely.
romantic
of, relating to, or involving love; showing love
Male bowerbirds are fairly romantic, creating acolorful bower, or an attractive shelter, for their future mate.
script
the written text of a book, play, film, or speech
Franny and I spent the afternoon reading the script for tomorrow's play.
seem to
impression of being in a certain way
He seems to be happy because of his birthday.
semester
either of two terms of about 18 weeks each that make up a school year
This semester students are learning about fusion music.
sentence
a number of words forming a complete statement
It is hard to construct a good sentence.
summer vacation
school holiday in summer
The teacher told the students to write a diary during their summer vacation.
suspect
one who is suspected, especially of having committed a crime
Unfortunately, an innocent man became a suspect in a murder case.
sweat
to produce salty water through the skin when hot or nervous
Vigorous exercise makes you sweat.
taste
the feeling that is experienced when food or drink is put into the mouth
The taste of the lemon is sour.
trust
to believe
You can’t trust everyone because some people are not honest.
trustworthy
honest and reliable
As Mr. Barns is a trustworthy man, I can recommend him to you.
tuition
the money a student pays to a college, university or private school
How much is the tuition at your university?
weather forecast
a prediction about the weather
The weather forecast calls for sunshine and blue skies on Saturday.
whether or not
no matter if
The children will play tomorrow whether or not it rains.
work on
to spend time making or doing something
I'm busy working on the project.
wrinkle
a line which forms on someone's face as they grow old
I have some wrinkles around the corners of my eyes.
academic
educational; scholarly
I received an academic scholarship for my good grades.
acquire
to get something
Because of his business sense, Bill Gates acquired billions of dollars as the leader of Microsoft.
amazing
surprising in a pleasing way
The firework show was amazing.
amusement park
a place where people can go to enjoy games, rides, and other activities
We went to an amusement park last Saturday.
as long as
provided that
You may stay here as long as you keep quiet.
aunt
the sister of one's mother or father
This type of family may include grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
automatically
happening independently or starting on its own
He answered automatically.
automatically
in a way that does not require control from a person
The computer in some cameras can automatically control the shutter opening.
bridge
a structure built over water or land
There were many bridges that helped people cross the river.
bumper car
electrical powered car with rubber bumpers
The bumper car is my favorite ride!
business trip
a visit made for work purposes
He’s going on a business trip to Peru.
call back
to call someone who has called you
Call her back at 834-0987.
catch a cold
to contract the common cold
Many people catch a cold during the summer because of air-conditioning units.
catch up
to move or work quickly enough to attain the same progress as others
I had to stay late at school so I had to catch up with my friends at the mall.
certificate
an official paper that is accepted as proof of something
Do you have a birth certificate to show when and where you were born?
collect
to get things from a place
The Carson River is a drainage basin that collects water from the area around it.
collection
a group
One day, Mussorgsky saw a collection of Victor’s paintings.
compete
to try to beat others in a contest, fight etc
We are competing against them in the next round.
connect
to find something in common with someone
We connected because we have many things in common.
connection
the act of joining things together or becoming associated
We must prove the connection between Stapleton and the hound.
consider
judge something
You should consider it carefully.
currently
at this moment currently, the earth’s temperature is slowly rising and it’s causing a climate change.
damage
to make less effective or less usable etc; to spoil
The storm didn't do much damage to our town.
definitely
absolutely; certainly
I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.
designated
selected for a special event or purpose
He is always the designated judge for this contest.
disappear
to stop being visible
Most dinosaurs disappeared about 65 million years ago, but scientists are not sure why.
dump
to put (something) somewhere in a quick and carelessway
She dumped the heavy shopping bag on the table.
enthusiasm
interest and excitement
Nobody has any enthusiasm today.
environmental
of or about the natural world in which plants and animals live
Many schools are teaching their students to become more aware of environmental issues.
frankly
honestly speaking frankly, I was happy to leave the room.
from place to place
going from one location to another
We walked from place to place shopping for the best clothes.
function
the purpose for which a thing is used
The function of the brakes is to stop the car.
get married
to become a husband or a wife
My sister got married last week.
get together
to meet with someone to organize something
We had a small get together at my house over the weekend.
gift
something that is given to a person in order to express good feelings
A card is the greatest gift.
government
the system for ruling a state or country
A tax is money people pay to the government.
handmade
made by hand
I like handmade greeting cards. They are so personal.
hardworking
person or think that is diligent
My father is a hardworking family man.
headache
a pain in the head
Bright lights give me a headache.
imagine
to think about something imagine a ship on the ocean.
in a row
lined up one after another in a straight, singular column
The soldiers were standing in a row.
in the middle of
engaged in a process of doing something
The car broke down in the middle of the road.
map
a drawing or picture of an area that shows where things such as rivers or roads are
He bought a map so he wouldn't get lost.
meet
to come upon
One cough could tell your friend to meet you up the tree.
moreover
furthermore; besides moreover, England’s winters have been getting warmer since the late 1980’s.
palace
the official home of a king, queen, or president
Alternatively, mosaics showing complex geometric designs have been found in palaces, like the Alhambra in Granada, Spain.
participate
to be involved and actively included in something, usually with others
I will not participate in the school trip this year.
performance
something done on stage etc.
The company gave a performance of 'Othello'.
personally
done by a specific person
"personally, I do not find our hosts amusing."
pleasing
satisfying or appealing
This song brings back some pleasing memories of when I was a kid.
positive
emphasizing the good parts
Children and adults also vow to make other positive changes to protect the environment.
practice
to do something repeatedly in order to improve a skill
I practice soccer every day.
practice
to do something repeatedly in order to improve a skill
I practice soccer every day.
practice
to do something repeatedly in order to improve a skill
I practice soccer every day.
realize
to understand or sense something
I didn’t realize it was four o’clock already. I have to hurry.
recognize
to know and remember something because of previous knowledge
An elephant can recognize itself in a mirror, just like a human.
regardless of
without consideration for regardless of the weather, the event will be held on Friday.
required
necessary
A lot of men are required to run a ship well.
requirement
something that is a necessity
Before you schedule an interview, you should verify that you meet all of the requirements.
ride
to sit on and be carried by a horse
He was great at riding horses and roping cattle.
roller coaster
a track at a fairground that goes up and down very steep slopes
Roller coasters are one of the main attractions at most amusement parks.
seat
a place where a person can sit
There were not enough seats available, so some people stood.
several
more than two but not very many
She played several musical instruments, and she learned to dance, ride horses, and hunt.
shut down
to cease or stop
The workers shut down the factory for a day by refusing to work.
slim
being thin in an appealing way
She was a slim and pretty girl.
stay up
to remain awake
Jill and Whitney stayed up all night talking about boys.
take a look at
turning one's attention to
Why don't I go take a look at the car?
take a picture
to use a camera to get a image of something
I want to take a picture of the monkeys with my camera.
the elderly
old or aging person
There were special programs for the elderly.
think
to use the mind to decide or solve something
He thinks that he'll swing alone!
tournament
a competition
She won many tournaments.
volunteer
to offer to do something without being asked or required
He volunteered to act as messenger.
wrist
the JOINT or part of the body that connects the hand to the arm
He wore a gold bracelet on his wrist.
zone
a space with limits and certain characteristics
They decided to stay in their personal zone as there were too many crowds of people.
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