Listening Framework Pre-advanced 3 (E) Unit 06

breakage

the process or act of breaking
The company will replace any breakage during shipping.

gentle

being soft, kind, or not harsh
This soap is gentle on your skin and perfect for daily use.

hydrated

having enough water in the body or skin
Drink enough water to keep your skin hydrated.

soak

to put something in liquid for a while
She soaked the towel in warm water and placed it on her forehead.

bacteria

tiny living things; some can cause illness
Washing your hands helps remove harmful bacteria.

inflammation

swelling, redness, or pain in the body caused by infection
The cream helps reduce skin inflammation.

protein

a nutrient that helps build and repair the body
Athletes eat more protein to build stronger muscles.

vitamin

a substance in food that keeps the body healthy
Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins.

damaged

harmed or broken in some way
The storm left many damaged trees along the road.

digestion

the process of breaking down food in the body
Good digestion is important for your overall health.

fermented

changed by natural bacterial action
Kimchi is a popular fermented food in Korea.

generosity

the quality of being kind and giving to others
His generosity helped many people in need.

immune

being protected against disease or sickness
People with strong immune systems fight infections better.

preserve

to keep something safe or in good condition
The museum works hard to preserve ancient artifacts.

response

a reaction or answer to something
The teacher’s response to the question was very helpful.

rinse

to wash off with water
Rinse your hands thoroughly before cooking.

strain

to remove liquid from something by using a filter
She strained the tea leaves from the pot.

substance

a material or thing you can touch or see
The scientist studied a new substance found in the ocean.

tradition

a long-established custom or belief passed down through generations
It is a tradition to give gifts on Christmas.

diet

the kinds of food a person eats regularly
He changed his diet to include more vegetables and less sugar.

diabetes

a disease in which the body cannot control the level of sugar in the blood
People with diabetes need to monitor their blood sugar regularly.

cancer

a serious disease in which cells in the body grow uncontrollably
Smoking can increase the risk of lung cancer.

modification

a change made to something to improve or adapt it
Genetic modification of crops can increase their resistance to pests.

starch

a carbohydrate found in foods such as rice, potatoes, and corn
Rice and potatoes are high in starch.

especially

used to single out one person, thing, or situation over all others
She enjoys outdoor activities, especially hiking.

women

adult female people
Women around the world are leading important social movements.

rice

a cereal grain that is cooked and eaten as food
Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries.

pour

to cause a liquid or substance to flow from one container into another
Pour some water into the kettle and boil it.

dip

to put something briefly into a liquid
I like to dip the bread in olive oil before eating.

liquid

a substance that flows freely, like water
Oil is a liquid that does not mix with water.