General Vocabulary

regime B2

/ɹəˈʒiːm/ A government that is in power, especially one that is strict or unfair. Meaning Off Sound Off

merchandise B2

/ˈmɝ.t͡ʃənˌdaɪs/ Goods that are offered for sale. Meaning Off Sound Off

stitch B2

/ˈstɪtʃ/ One of the loops or lines of thread made when sewing or knitting. Meaning Off Sound Off

rib B2

/ɹɪb/ One of the curved bones that surround and protect your chest. Meaning Off Sound Off

monastery B2

/ˈmɑnəstɛɹi/ A building where monks live together and follow a religious life. Meaning Off Sound Off

consultant B2

/kənˈsɐl.tənt/ An expert who is paid to give professional advice. Meaning Off Sound Off

expertise B2

/ˌɛkspɚˈtis/ A high level of skill or knowledge in a particular field. Meaning Off Sound Off

altitude B2

/ˈælt.ɪˌtjuːd/ The height of something above sea level or the ground. Meaning Off Sound Off

bun B2

/bʌn/ A small, round bread roll, either plain or sweet. Meaning Off Sound Off

lava B2

/ˈlɑːvə/ Hot, melted rock that flows out of a volcano and hardens as it cools. Meaning Off Sound Off

cuff B2

/kɐf/ The end part of a sleeve, around the wrist. Meaning Off Sound Off

metaphor B2

/ˈmɛt.ə.foɹ/ A way of describing something by calling it something else to suggest they are alike, without using 'like' or 'as'. Meaning Off Sound Off

frontier B2

/fɹʌnˈtɪɹ/ The border between two countries. Meaning Off Sound Off

packet B2

/ˈpæk.ɪt/ A small pack or bag containing something. Meaning Off Sound Off

marker B2

/ˈmɑː(ɹ)kə(ɹ)/ A pen with a thick, felt tip used for writing or drawing. Meaning Off Sound Off

heap B2

/hiːp/ An untidy pile of things lying on top of each other. Meaning Off Sound Off

catastrophe B2

/kəˈtæstrəfi/ A sudden event that causes great damage, suffering, or loss. Meaning Off Sound Off

truce B2

/truːs/ an agreement between opponents to stop fighting or arguing for a limited time Meaning Off Sound Off

dispute B2

/ˈdɪs.pjut/ A serious disagreement or argument, especially an official one. Meaning Off Sound Off

stool B2

/stuːl/ A seat with legs but no back or arms. Meaning Off Sound Off

fireplace B2

/ˈfaɪɹpleɪs/ An open space in a wall where a fire can be lit, usually at the base of a chimney. Meaning Off Sound Off

mist B2

/mɪst/ A thin cloud of tiny water drops in the air that makes it hard to see. Meaning Off Sound Off

bikini B2

/bɪˈki.ni/ A two-piece swimsuit worn by women. Meaning Off Sound Off

arch B2

/ɑɹt͡ʃ/ A curved structure that spans an opening and supports the weight above it. Meaning Off Sound Off

hangover B2

/ˈhæŋˌoʊ.vɚ/ unpleasant physical or mental effects, such as headache, nausea, and fatigue, felt after drinking too much alcohol Meaning Off Sound Off

pow B2

/paʊ/ used to imitate or emphasize the sudden sound of a gunshot, explosion, or hard impact Meaning Off Sound Off

gamma B2

/ˈɡæ.mə/ the 3rd letter of the Greek alphabet Meaning Off Sound Off

hump B2

/hʌmp/ a rounded raised mass, bulge, or protuberance, including the raised part of a camel's back Meaning Off Sound Off

electronics B2

/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɑ.nɪks/ Devices that run on electric power, such as phones, computers, and televisions. Meaning Off Sound Off

daytime B2

/ˈdeɪtaɪm/ The part of the day when it is light, between sunrise and sunset. Meaning Off Sound Off

diabetes B2

/ˌdaɪ.əˈbiː.tiːz/ diabetes mellitus, a group of metabolic disorders marked by persistently high blood glucose because insulin is absent or ineffective Meaning Off Sound Off

prospect B2

/ˈpɹɑspɛkt/ The chance or likelihood that something will happen, often something good. Meaning Off Sound Off

thigh B2

/θaɪ/ The part of the leg between the hip and the knee. Meaning Off Sound Off

glee B2

/ɡliː/ Great joy or delight, often at one's own luck or another's misfortune. Meaning Off Sound Off

litter B2

/ˈlɪt.ɚ/ Rubbish or trash left lying on the ground. Meaning Off Sound Off

haste B2

/heɪst/ Great speed in doing something, often with too little care. Meaning Off Sound Off

input B2

/ˈɪnpʊt/ Information or advice you contribute to something. Meaning Off Sound Off

ramp B2

/ɹæmp/ A sloping surface that joins two levels, used instead of stairs. Meaning Off Sound Off

spectacle B2

/ˈspɛktəkl̩/ An impressive or exciting sight, show, or event. Meaning Off Sound Off

flaw B2

/flɔ/ A fault or weakness that makes something less than perfect. Meaning Off Sound Off

dilemma B2

/dɑeˈlemə/ A difficult situation in which you must choose between two options that both seem bad. Meaning Off Sound Off

hybrid B2

/ˈhaɪ.bɹɪd/ Something made by combining two different things. Meaning Off Sound Off

transcript B2

[ˈtʃɹʷænskɹʷɪp̚t] A written copy of words that were spoken, such as in an interview or trial. Meaning Off Sound Off

pancake B2

/ˈpæn.keɪk/ A thin, flat cake made from batter and cooked in a pan on both sides. Meaning Off Sound Off

crater B2

/ˈkɹeɪ.tɚ/ A large bowl-shaped hole in the ground made by an impact or explosion. Meaning Off Sound Off

tyrant B2

/ˈtaɪrənt/ A ruler who uses power in a cruel and unjust way. Meaning Off Sound Off

stance B2

[stɛəns] Your opinion or position on an issue. Meaning Off Sound Off

holder B2

/ˈhoʊɫdɚ/ An object made to hold or support something. Meaning Off Sound Off

rim B2

/ɹɪm/ The outer edge of something, especially something round. Meaning Off Sound Off

lever B2

/ˈlɛv.ɚ/ a rigid bar that turns around a fixed point and is used to lift or move something Meaning Off Sound Off

nipple B2

/ˈnɪpəl/ the small projecting part of a breast or mammary gland through which milk can pass Meaning Off Sound Off

index B2

/ˈɪndɛks/ An alphabetical list at the back of a book showing where topics can be found. Meaning Off Sound Off

cruiser B2

/ˈkruːzər/ a fast, powerful warship designed for independent or fleet operations Meaning Off Sound Off

panama B2

/ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/ a lightweight brimmed hat traditionally woven from fine straw-like fibers Meaning Off Sound Off

span B2

/spæːn/ The full length of time that something lasts or covers. Meaning Off Sound Off

oyster B2

/ˈɔɪ.stɚ/ a marine bivalve mollusk with a rough, irregular shell Meaning Off Sound Off

relic B2

/ˈɹɛlɪk/ An old object or custom that has survived from the past. Meaning Off Sound Off

rubble B2

/ˈɹʌb.əl/ Broken pieces of stone, brick, or concrete left after a building has been destroyed. Meaning Off Sound Off

hedge B2

/ˈhed͡ʒ/ A row of bushes or small trees that forms a boundary or fence. Meaning Off Sound Off

gateway B2

/ˈɡeɪtˌweɪ/ An opening or entrance that can be closed by a gate. Meaning Off Sound Off

duplicate¹ B2

/ˈd(j)uː.plɪ.kət/ An exact copy of something. Meaning Off Sound Off

duplicate² B2

/ˈd(j)uː.plɪˌkeɪt/ To make an exact copy of something. Meaning Off Sound Off

tyranny B2

/ˈtərəni/ Cruel and unjust use of power by a ruler or government. Meaning Off Sound Off

puncture B2

/ˈpʌŋkt͡ʃɚ/ a small hole made by a sharp point Meaning Off Sound Off

baton B2

/bəˈtɑːn/ a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir Meaning Off Sound Off

missionary B2

/ˈmɪʃ.əˌnɛɹ.ɪ/ One who is sent on a mission. Meaning Off Sound Off

feat B2

/fiːt/ An impressive achievement that needs great skill, strength, or courage. Meaning Off Sound Off

outlet B2

/ˈaʊtlɛt/ A point on a wall where you plug in electrical devices. Meaning Off Sound Off

grin B2

/ɡɹɪn/ A wide smile that shows the teeth. Meaning Off Sound Off

prestige B2

/pɹɛsˈtiːd͡ʒ/ Respect and admiration gained through success, position, or wealth. Meaning Off Sound Off

rite B2

/ˈraɪt/ A formal ceremony, especially a religious one, done in a set way. Meaning Off Sound Off

tsunami B2

/(t)suˈnæmi/ A very large, destructive sea wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption. Meaning Off Sound Off

locket B2

/ˈlɑkɪt/ a small ornamental pendant that opens to hold a photograph, lock of hair, or other keepsake Meaning Off Sound Off

folly B2

/ˈfɑli/ Foolish behaviour that shows a lack of good sense. Meaning Off Sound Off

gravel B2

/ˈɡɹævəl/ small loose stones, often used on paths, roads, or driveways Meaning Off Sound Off

insulin B2

/ˈɪnsəlɪn/ a hormone produced by pancreatic beta cells that regulates blood glucose and other aspects of metabolism Meaning Off Sound Off

curl B2

/kɜɹl/ A piece of hair that grows or is shaped in a curved, spiral form. Meaning Off Sound Off

boulder B2

/ˈboʊldɚ/ a large, naturally detached or rounded rock Meaning Off Sound Off

hub B2

/hʌb/ the central part of a wheel through which the axle passes Meaning Off Sound Off

colon B2

/ˈkoʊ.lən/ The punctuation mark ( : ), used before a list, example, or explanation. Meaning Off Sound Off

controversy B2

/kənˈtɹɒv.ə.si/ A serious public argument or disagreement about something. Meaning Off Sound Off

dickens B2

/ˈdɪkɪnz/ the devil, used euphemistically in exclamations to express surprise, annoyance, or emphasis Meaning Off Sound Off

bologna B2

/bəˈloʊni/ a large, finely ground cooked sausage, typically made from a mixture of meats and served in slices Meaning Off Sound Off

strand B2

/stɹænd/ A single thin piece of something like hair, thread, or rope. Meaning Off Sound Off

handicap B2

/ˈhændikæp/ Something that makes it harder to do or achieve something. Meaning Off Sound Off

blindfold B2

/ˈblaɪndfoʊld/ a strip of cloth or other covering placed over the eyes to prevent sight Meaning Off Sound Off

catalog B2

/ˈkætəlɔg/ A book or list showing items, often things for sale. Meaning Off Sound Off

footprint B2

/ˈfʊtˌprɪnt/ a mark or impression left by a foot or shoe Meaning Off Sound Off

mortar B2

/ˈmɔrtɝ/ A paste of cement, sand and water that holds bricks or stones together as it dries. Meaning Off Sound Off

ballot B2

/ˈbælət/ A piece of paper used to record a secret vote. Meaning Off Sound Off

replica B2

/ˈɹɛplɪkə/ An exact copy of something, especially of a famous object. Meaning Off Sound Off

setback B2

/ˈsɛtbæk/ A problem or event that delays progress or makes things worse. Meaning Off Sound Off

oval B2

/ˈoʊvəl/ A rounded shape like a flattened circle or an egg. Meaning Off Sound Off

downfall B2

/ˈdaʊnfɔːl/ A sudden loss of power, success, or wealth. Meaning Off Sound Off

astronomy B2

/əˈstɹɑn.ə.mi/ The scientific study of the stars, planets, and the universe. Meaning Off Sound Off

hemisphere B2

/ˈhɛmɪsfɪɹ/ half of the terrestrial globe Meaning Off Sound Off