English Vocabulary

• A1 969 words
• A2 1680 words
• B1 2597 words
• B2 3413 words
• C1 2841 words
• C2 7423 words
• C2+ 8976 words

C2+ is beyond the official CEFR scale: rare, specialist, and literary words kept for reference.

Grammar & Function Words(46)

unless B1
/ənˈlɛs/ Except if; used to say something will happen if a condition is not met. Meaning Off Sound Off
buddy B1
/ˈbʌd.i/ A friend Meaning Off Sound Off
whether B1
/ˈwɛðə(ɹ)/ Used to introduce a choice or doubt between two or more possibilities. Meaning Off Sound Off
yo B1
/joʊ/ informal: a greeting or call used to attract someone's attention Meaning Off Sound Off
according B1
/əˈkɔɹ.dɪŋ/ according to: as stated, reported, or believed by a particular person or source Meaning Off Sound Off
whoever B1
/huˈɛvɚ/ Any person that; the person that. Meaning Off Sound Off
nor B1
/nɔɹ/ And not; used after "neither" or another negative to add a second negative idea. Meaning Off Sound Off
ought B1
/ʊt/ Used to say that something is the right or sensible thing to do. Meaning Off Sound Off
onto B1
/ˈɑn.tu/ To a position on top of or on the surface of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
ours B1
/ˈaʊɚz/ The thing or things that belong to us. Meaning Off Sound Off
whenever B1
/wəˈnɛvɚ/ At any time that; on any occasion that. Meaning Off Sound Off
including B1
/ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/ Used to mention one or more members of a larger group just named. Meaning Off Sound Off
per B1
/pɝ/ For each. Meaning Off Sound Off
wherever B1
/(h)wɛɹˈɛvɚ/ In, at, or to any place that. Meaning Off Sound Off
despite B1
/dɪˈspaɪt/ Without being affected or stopped by something; in spite of. Meaning Off Sound Off
throughout B1
/θɹuːˈaʊt/ In every part of a place. Meaning Off Sound Off
underneath B1
/ˌʌndɚˈniθ/ Directly below or under something. Meaning Off Sound Off
forth B1
/fɔɹθ/ Forward in place, time, or order. Meaning Off Sound Off
beneath B1
/bɪˈniːθ/ Under or below something. Meaning Off Sound Off
provided B1
/prəˈvaɪdəd/ Only if a particular condition is met. Meaning Off Sound Off
various B1
/ˈvɛəɹi.əs/ Several different; more than one of various kinds. Meaning Off Sound Off
regarding B1
/ɹɪˈɡɑɹdɪŋ/ About; concerning a particular subject. Meaning Off Sound Off
fur B1
/fɝ/ The soft, thick hair that covers many animals. Meaning Off Sound Off
via B1
/ˈvaɪə/ By way of; passing through a place. Meaning Off Sound Off

Numbers & Quantity(8)

total B1
/ˈtoʊ.tl̩/ Complete; absolute; with nothing left out. Meaning Off Sound Off
amount B1
/əˈmaʊnt/ How much there is of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
mass B1
/mæs/ A large amount or quantity of something with no clear shape. Meaning Off Sound Off
percent B1
/pɚˈsɛnt/ One part in every hundred, written with the sign %. Meaning Off Sound Off
dozen B1
/ˈdʌzən/ A group or set of twelve. Meaning Off Sound Off
fifth B1
/ˈfɪfθ/ Coming after the fourth and before the sixth in order. Meaning Off Sound Off
percentage B1
/pə(ɹ)ˈsɛntɪd͡ʒ/ An amount expressed as a part of a total of one hundred. Meaning Off Sound Off
quantity B1
/ˈkwɑn(t)ɪti/ An amount or number of something that can be measured or counted. Meaning Off Sound Off

Space, Position & Direction(16)

distance B1
/ˈdɪstəns/ The amount of space between two places or points. Meaning Off Sound Off
parking B1
/ˈpɑɹ.kɪŋ/ Space where vehicles can be left for a time. Meaning Off Sound Off
ladder B1
/ˈlæd.ɚ/ A frame with steps used for climbing up or down, made of two long pieces joined by rungs. Meaning Off Sound Off
compromise B1
/ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ an agreement in which each side gives up part of what it wants Meaning Off Sound Off
forehead B1
/ˈfɔɹˌhɛd/ The part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline. Meaning Off Sound Off
gap B1
/ɡɛp/ An empty space or opening between two things. Meaning Off Sound Off
heel B1
/hil/ The back part of the foot, below the ankle. Meaning Off Sound Off
northwest B1
/nɔɹθˈwɛst/ The direction halfway between north and west. Meaning Off Sound Off
southeast B1
/ˌsaʊˈθiːst/ The compass point halfway between south and east. Meaning Off Sound Off
slope B1
/sloʊp/ A surface or piece of ground that goes up or down at an angle. Meaning Off Sound Off
southwest B1
/saʊθˈwɛst/ The compass point halfway between south and west. Meaning Off Sound Off
northeast B1
/ˌnɔrˈθiːst/ The direction halfway between north and east. Meaning Off Sound Off
diameter B1
/daɪˈæmɪdɚ/ A straight line passing through the centre of a circle from one side to the other. Meaning Off Sound Off
sandal B1
/ˈsændəl/ An open shoe held to the foot by straps across the top. Meaning Off Sound Off
eyeglasses B1
/ˈaɪˌɡlæs.ɪz/ mainly North American: a frame holding two lenses, worn in front of the eyes to improve vision or protect the eyes Meaning Off Sound Off
stick out B1
to project beyond a surrounding surface or edge Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Time(12)

present² B1
/pɹɪˈzɛnt/ To give, show, or offer something formally. Meaning Off Sound Off
season B1
[ˈsi.zn̩] One of the four parts of the year: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Meaning Off Sound Off
march B1
/mɑɹt͡ʃ/ An organized walk by many people to protest or support something. Meaning Off Sound Off
temporary B1
/ˈtɛmp(əˌɹ)ɛɹi/ Lasting for only a limited time; not permanent. Meaning Off Sound Off
permanent B1
/ˈpɜɹ.mə.nənt/ Lasting for a very long time or for ever; not temporary. Meaning Off Sound Off
era B1
/iə.ɹə/ A period of history marked by a particular character or set of events. Meaning Off Sound Off
frequency B1
/ˈfɹiːkwənsi/ How often something happens within a period of time. Meaning Off Sound Off
decade B1
/ˈdɛkeɪd/ A period of ten years. Meaning Off Sound Off
deadline B1
/ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/ A time or date by which something must be finished. Meaning Off Sound Off
summertime B1
/ˈsʌmɚˌtaɪm/ the season or period of summer Meaning Off Sound Off
interval B1
/ˈɪntɚvəl/ a period of time between two events. Meaning Off Sound Off
wintertime B1
/ˈwɪn.tɚ.taɪm/ the season or period of winter Meaning Off Sound Off

People & Society(200)

sort B1
/soɹt/ A type or kind of thing or person. Meaning Off Sound Off
sex B1
/sɛks/ Whether a person or animal is male or female, based on their body and reproductive role. Meaning Off Sound Off
dude B1
/duːd/ A man, especially a young one (informal). Meaning Off Sound Off
prince B1
/pɹɪns/ The son of a king or queen, or a male member of a royal family. Meaning Off Sound Off
spirit B1
/ˈspɪɹɪt/ The non-physical part of a person, thought of as the seat of feelings and character; the soul. Meaning Off Sound Off
client B1
/ˈklaɪ.ənt/ A person or company that pays for the services of a professional such as a lawyer or accountant. Meaning Off Sound Off
fellow B1
/ˈfɛloʊ/ A man or boy, often used in a friendly or casual way. Meaning Off Sound Off
ghost B1
/ɡoʊst/ The spirit of a dead person that some believe can appear to the living. Meaning Off Sound Off
command B1
/kəˈmænd/ An order telling someone to do something. Meaning Off Sound Off
property B1
/ˈpɹɑpɚti/ A building or piece of land that someone owns. Meaning Off Sound Off
gentleman B1
/ˈd͡ʒɛn.təl.mən/ A polite, well-mannered man. Meaning Off Sound Off
funeral B1
/ˈfju.nəɹ.əl/ A ceremony held for a person who has died, usually with a burial or cremation. Meaning Off Sound Off
murderer B1
/ˈmɝdɚɚ/ A person who kills another person on purpose. Meaning Off Sound Off
liar B1
/ˈlaɪ.ɚ/ A person who tells lies, especially one who lies often. Meaning Off Sound Off
council B1
/ˈkaʊn.səl/ A group of people chosen to manage or govern something, such as a town. Meaning Off Sound Off
Christian B1
/ˈkɹɪʃt͡ʃən/ A person who believes in and follows Christianity. Meaning Off Sound Off
carter B1
/ˈkɑrtɚ/ a person whose work is driving a cart or transporting loads by cart Meaning Off Sound Off
governor B1
/ˈɡʌv(ə)nə(ɹ)/ The person in charge of running a state or region, especially in the United States. Meaning Off Sound Off
row¹ B1
/ɹoʊ/ a line of people or things arranged next to one another Meaning Off Sound Off
prisoner B1
/ˈpɹɪzənɚ/ A person who is kept in a prison. Meaning Off Sound Off
trace B1
/tɹeɪs/ A sign that something or someone has been present. Meaning Off Sound Off
empire B1
/ˈɛmˌpaɪ̯ɹ/ A large group of countries or territories ruled by one government or person Meaning Off Sound Off
reputation B1
/ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/ The general opinion that people have about someone or something. Meaning Off Sound Off
agreement B1
/əˈɡɹiːmənt/ An arrangement between people or groups about what each will do. Meaning Off Sound Off

Family & Relationships(13)

marriage B1
/ˈmæɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ The legal or formal union of two people as partners for life. Meaning Off Sound Off
relationship B1
/ɹəˈleɪʃ(ə)nˌʃɪp/ The way in which two or more people, groups, or things are connected or behave toward each other. Meaning Off Sound Off
bull B1
/ˈbʊl/ A large adult male of the cattle family Meaning Off Sound Off
nephew B1
/ˈnɛf.ju/ The son of your brother or sister. Meaning Off Sound Off
pope B1
/poʊp/ An honorary title of the Roman Catholic bishop of Rome as father and head of his church, a sovereign of the Vatican city state. Meaning Off Sound Off
niece B1
/nis/ The daughter of your brother or sister. Meaning Off Sound Off
relative B1
/ˈɹɛl.ə.tɪv/ A member of your family. Meaning Off Sound Off
household B1
/ˈhaʊshoʊld/ All the people who live together in one house. Meaning Off Sound Off
dynasty B1
/ˈdaɪnəsti/ A series of rulers who all belong to the same family. Meaning Off Sound Off
great-grandfather B1
/ˌɡreɪtˈɡrændˌfɑðər/ the grandfather of one of your parents; the father of a grandparent Meaning Off Sound Off
firefly B1
/ˈfaɪ.ɚˌflaɪ/ a beetle of the family Lampyridae whose abdomen produces light, especially at twilight Meaning Off Sound Off
cheat on B1
to have a sexual relationship with someone other than one's partner Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
lean on B1
to rely on someone for help or emotional support Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Emotions & Feelings(54)

proud B1
/ˈpɹæʊ̯d/ Feeling happy and satisfied about something you or someone close to you has done. Meaning Off Sound Off
pleasure B1
/ˈplɛʒɚ/ A feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction. Meaning Off Sound Off
shame B1
/ʃeɪm/ A painful feeling of guilt or embarrassment about something you have done. Meaning Off Sound Off
jealous B1
/ˈd͡ʒɛ.ləs/ Unhappy because you want something that someone else has. Meaning Off Sound Off
lonely B1
/ˈloʊnli/ Unhappy because you are alone or have no friends near you. Meaning Off Sound Off
desire B1
/dɪˈzaɪɹ/ A strong feeling of wanting something. Meaning Off Sound Off
anger B1
/ˈæ̝ŋɡɚ/ A strong feeling you have when something has hurt, annoyed, or treated you unfairly. Meaning Off Sound Off
passion B1
/ˈpæʃən/ A very strong feeling, such as love, excitement, or anger. Meaning Off Sound Off
confidence B1
/ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/ The feeling that you can do things well and succeed. Meaning Off Sound Off
miserable B1
/ˈmɪz(ə)ɹəbəl/ Very unhappy or uncomfortable. Meaning Off Sound Off
impression B1
/ɪmˈpɹɛʃn̩/ The effect or feeling that someone or something leaves in your mind. Meaning Off Sound Off
comfort B1
/ˈkʊm.fət/ A pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain or worry. Meaning Off Sound Off
guilt B1
/ˈgɪlt/ The unhappy feeling you have when you know you have done something wrong. Meaning Off Sound Off
delighted B1
/dɪˈlaɪtəd/ Very pleased and happy. Meaning Off Sound Off
hunger B1
/ˈhʌŋɡɚ/ The feeling of needing or wanting to eat. Meaning Off Sound Off
excitement B1
/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/ A feeling of being very happy and eager. Meaning Off Sound Off
misery B1
/ˈmɪz(ə)ɹi/ A feeling of deep unhappiness and suffering. Meaning Off Sound Off
emotion B1
/ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən/ A strong feeling such as love, anger, fear, or joy Meaning Off Sound Off
content¹ B1
/ˈkɑn.tɛnt/ The things that are inside something such as a container, bag, or room. Meaning Off Sound Off
content² B1
/kənˈtɛnt/ Happy and satisfied with what you have. Meaning Off Sound Off
sorrow B1
/ˈsɑɹoʊ/ A deep feeling of sadness, especially after a loss. Meaning Off Sound Off
tension B1
/ˈtɛnʃən/ A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often in difficult situations. Meaning Off Sound Off
hatred B1
/hetɹɪd/ A very strong feeling of dislike or hostility. Meaning Off Sound Off
affection B1
/əˈfɛk.ʃən/ A gentle feeling of fondness, liking, or love for someone. Meaning Off Sound Off

Describing People(10)

smart B1
/smɑɹt/ Intelligent and clever. Meaning Off Sound Off
honest B1
/ˈɑ.nɪst/ Always telling the truth and not cheating or lying. Meaning Off Sound Off
cruel B1
/ˈkɹuːəl/ Causing pain or suffering on purpose, without caring; unkind. Meaning Off Sound Off
shy B1
/ʃaɪ/ Nervous or uncomfortable around other people. Meaning Off Sound Off
selfish B1
/ˈsɛlf.ɪʃ/ caring only about yourself and not about other people Meaning Off Sound Off
generous B1
/ˈdʒɛnɝəs/ Willing to give money, time, or help freely. Meaning Off Sound Off
loyal B1
/ˈlɔɪəl/ Always supporting and staying faithful to a person, group, or cause. Meaning Off Sound Off
stubborn B1
/ˈstʌbɚn/ Refusing to change your mind or do what others want. Meaning Off Sound Off
talented B1
/ˈtæləntɪd/ Having a natural ability to do something very well. Meaning Off Sound Off
diligent B1
/ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/ Working hard and carefully, paying attention to detail. Meaning Off Sound Off

Describing Qualities(638)

sometimes B1
/ˈsʌm.taɪmz/ On some occasions but not always. Meaning Off Sound Off
living B1
/ˈlɪvɪŋ/ Having life; alive. Meaning Off Sound Off
glad B1
/ɡlæd/ Happy and pleased about something. Meaning Off Sound Off
calm B1
/kɑm/ Relaxed and not worried, angry, or upset. Meaning Off Sound Off
absolutely B1
/ˌæb.səˈlut.li/ completely and totally Meaning Off Sound Off
worth B1
/wɝθ/ Having a particular value or price. Meaning Off Sound Off
amazing B1
/əˈmeɪzɪŋ/ Extremely good; wonderful. Meaning Off Sound Off
weird B1
/ˈwiɚd/ Strange, unusual, or hard to explain. Meaning Off Sound Off
general B1
/ˈd͡ʒen.(ə.)ɹəl/ Relating to the main parts of something rather than the details. Meaning Off Sound Off
totally B1
/ˈtoʊ.tə.li/ Completely; in every way. Meaning Off Sound Off
entire B1
/ɪnˈtaɪɚ/ Whole or complete, with no part left out. Meaning Off Sound Off
paid B1
/peɪd/ Receiving money for work done. Meaning Off Sound Off
drunk B1
/dɹʌŋk/ Affected by drinking too much alcohol, so you cannot think or act normally. Meaning Off Sound Off
involved B1
/ɪnˈvoːvd/ Taking part in something, or connected to it Meaning Off Sound Off
obviously B1
/ˈɑ(b).vi(.)əs.li/ In a way that is easy to see or understand; clearly. Meaning Off Sound Off
stuck B1
/stʌk/ Unable to move from a place or position. Meaning Off Sound Off
otherwise B1
/ˈʌð.ɚˌwaɪz/ If things were different; or else. Meaning Off Sound Off
awesome B1
/ˈɔ.səm/ Extremely good or impressive (informal). Meaning Off Sound Off
gay B1
/ɡeɪ/ Sexually attracted to people of the same sex; homosexual. Meaning Off Sound Off
pregnant B1
/ˈpɹɛɡnənt/ Carrying a developing baby inside the body. Meaning Off Sound Off
written B1
/ˈɹɪ.tn̩/ Expressed in writing rather than spoken. Meaning Off Sound Off
ridiculous B1
/ɹɪˈdɪk.jə.ləs/ So silly or unreasonable that it deserves to be laughed at. Meaning Off Sound Off
responsible B1
/ɹɪˈspɑn.sə.bəl/ In charge of something and expected to deal with it. Meaning Off Sound Off
main B1
/ˈmeɪn/ Most important; chief or principal. Meaning Off Sound Off

Communication(43)

doc B1
/dɑk/ An informal word for a doctor. Meaning Off Sound Off
term B1
/tɝm/ A word or phrase used to name a particular thing, often in a special field. Meaning Off Sound Off
apology B1
/əˈpɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/ A statement saying that you are sorry for something you have done. Meaning Off Sound Off
objection B1
/əbˈd͡ʒɛkʃən/ A reason or statement showing that you disagree with something. Meaning Off Sound Off
announce B1
/əˈnaʊn(t)s/ To tell people about something officially or publicly. Meaning Off Sound Off
announcement B1
/əˈnaʊns.mənt/ A public or official statement giving people information. Meaning Off Sound Off
negotiate B1
/nəˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/ To discuss something with others in order to reach an agreement. Meaning Off Sound Off
persuade B1
/pə(ɹ)ˈsweɪd/ To make someone agree to do or believe something by giving them good reasons. Meaning Off Sound Off
translation B1
/tɹænzˈleɪʃən/ Words or text that have been changed from one language into another. Meaning Off Sound Off
telegram B1
/ˈtɛləˌɡɹæm/ A short message sent quickly over long distances by telegraph, common before phones. Meaning Off Sound Off
Arabic B1
/ˈærəbɪk/ a Semitic language spoken across North Africa and the Middle East and used as the liturgical language of Islam Meaning Off Sound Off
definition B1
/ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/ A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase. Meaning Off Sound Off
translate B1
/tɹænzˈleɪt/ To change words from one language into another. Meaning Off Sound Off
confirmation B1
/ˌkɑn.fəɹˈmeɪ.ʃən/ A statement or proof that something is true or has happened. Meaning Off Sound Off
inquiry B1
/ɪnˈkwaɪ(ə)ɹi/ A question or request for information. Meaning Off Sound Off
admission B1
/ədˈmɪʃən/ A statement saying that something, often unpleasant, is true. Meaning Off Sound Off
motto B1
/ˈmɑ.toʊ/ A short phrase that expresses a person's or group's guiding belief or rule. Meaning Off Sound Off
riddle B1
/ˈɹɪdl̩/ A puzzle or question that is hard to answer and often has a clever or tricky answer. Meaning Off Sound Off
declaration B1
/ˌdek.ləˈɹæɪ.ʃən/ A formal or strong statement announcing something. Meaning Off Sound Off
spelling B1
/ˈspɛlɪŋ/ The way letters are put together to form a word. Meaning Off Sound Off
convey B1
/kənˈveɪ/ To communicate or make a feeling, idea, or message known. Meaning Off Sound Off
gospel B1
/ˈɡɑspəl/ the Christian message about Jesus Christ and salvation Meaning Off Sound Off
slogan B1
/ˈsloʊɡən/ A short, memorable phrase used in advertising. Meaning Off Sound Off
alphabet B1
/ˈæl.fəˌbɛt/ The complete set of letters used to write a language. Meaning Off Sound Off

Language & Linguistics(11)

object¹ B1
/ˈɑb.d͡ʒɛkt/ A thing that you can see and touch. Meaning Off Sound Off
stress B1
/stɹɛs/ Worry or mental pressure caused by a difficult situation. Meaning Off Sound Off
tense B1
/tɛns/ A form of a verb that shows when an action happens, such as past, present, or future. Meaning Off Sound Off
register B1
/ˈɹɛd͡ʒ.ɪ.stɚ/ To put your name on an official list in order to do something. Meaning Off Sound Off
phrase B1
/fɹeɪz/ A group of words that go together and act as a unit, but do not form a full sentence. Meaning Off Sound Off
comparison B1
/kəmˈpɛɹ.ɪ.sən/ The act of looking at how two or more things are similar or different. Meaning Off Sound Off
stem B1
/stɛm/ The main upright part of a plant that supports the leaves and flowers. Meaning Off Sound Off
comma B1
[ˈkɑ.mə] The punctuation mark ( , ) used to separate parts of a sentence or items in a list. Meaning Off Sound Off
complement B1
/ˈkɑmpləmənt/ Something that goes well with another thing and makes it better or complete. Meaning Off Sound Off
infinitive B1
/ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv/ The basic form of a verb, usually used with "to", as in "to run" or "to eat". Meaning Off Sound Off
participle B1
/ˈpɑɹtɪˌsɪpəl/ A form of a verb that can act as an adjective or help make tenses, such as 'broken' or 'running'. Meaning Off Sound Off

Psychology & Behavior(9)

reward B1
/ɹɪˈwɔɹd/ Something you are given for doing something good or useful. Meaning Off Sound Off
punishment B1
/ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/ Something unpleasant done to someone because they have done something wrong. Meaning Off Sound Off
motivation B1
/ˈmoʊ.tə.veɪ.ʃən/ The desire and willingness to do something. Meaning Off Sound Off
adapt to B1
to adjust to new conditions or demands Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
hang around B1
to stay in a place without doing much or having an obvious purpose Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
insist on B1
to demand something firmly or refuse to accept an alternative Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
shy away from B1
to avoid something because of fear, discomfort, or reluctance Phrasal-prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
stare down B1
to make someone look away or yield by staring steadily at them Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
swear off B1
to promise firmly to stop doing or using something Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Mind & Cognition(6)

conclusion B1
/kənˈkluːʒən/ a decision or opinion reached after careful thought Meaning Off Sound Off
awareness B1
/əˈwɛɚ.nəs/ Knowledge or understanding that something exists or is happening. Meaning Off Sound Off
glance over B1
to examine something quickly without reading or studying every detail Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
puzzle out B1
to work out an answer or meaning through careful thought Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
puzzle over B1
to think carefully about something because it is difficult to understand Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
stumble upon B1
to discover something or meet someone unexpectedly, without deliberately searching Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Senses & Perception(6)

taste B1
/teɪst/ To notice or recognize the flavour of food or drink in your mouth. Meaning Off Sound Off
bang B1
/ˈbæŋ/ A sudden loud noise, like an explosion or something hitting a hard surface. Meaning Off Sound Off
object² B1
/əbˈd͡ʒɛkt/ To say that you disagree with or disapprove of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
observe B1
/əbˈzɝv/ To watch someone or something carefully. Meaning Off Sound Off
visible B1
/ˈvɪzɪb(ə)l/ Able to be seen. Meaning Off Sound Off
tick B1
/tɪk/ The short, regular sound made by a clock or watch. Meaning Off Sound Off

Education & Learning(13)

professor B1
/pɹəˈfɛs.ɚ/ A teacher at a college or university. Meaning Off Sound Off
grade B1
/ɡɹeɪd/ A mark or score given for work at school or in a test. Meaning Off Sound Off
academy B1
/əˈkad.ə.mɪ/ a school or college, especially one that teaches a particular subject or skill Meaning Off Sound Off
lecture B1
/ˈlek.t͡ʃəː/ A talk that teaches something, usually given to a class or audience. Meaning Off Sound Off
scholarship B1
/ˈskɑːləɹʃɪp/ Money given to a student to help pay for their education, usually for good work. Meaning Off Sound Off
workshop B1
/ˈwɝk.ʃɑp/ A short, practical course where a small group learns or works on something together. Meaning Off Sound Off
academic B1
/ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/ relating to education, schools, and study Meaning Off Sound Off
freshman B1
/ˈfɹɛʃ.mən/ A student in their first year at a high school, college, or university. Meaning Off Sound Off
sophomore B1
/ˈsɑf.mɔɹ/ A second-year student at a US high school or university. Meaning Off Sound Off
preschool B1
/ˈpɹiːskuːl/ A school for young children who are not yet old enough for primary school. Meaning Off Sound Off
qualification B1
/ˌkwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ An official record, such as a diploma or degree, showing you have completed training or passed an exam. Meaning Off Sound Off
schoolbook B1
/ˈskuːlˌbʊk/ a book written or selected for students to use in school; a textbook Meaning Off Sound Off
progress to B1
to move forward to a later or more advanced stage Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Work & Careers(23)

detective B1
/dɪˈtɛktɪv/ A police officer whose job is to solve crimes by gathering evidence. Meaning Off Sound Off
mission B1
/ˈmɪʃ.ən/ An important job or task that a person or group is given. Meaning Off Sound Off
career B1
/kəˈɹɪɹ/ The job or profession you do over a long part of your working life. Meaning Off Sound Off
hire B1
/haɪɹ/ To give someone a job and pay them to work for you. Meaning Off Sound Off
teaching B1
/ˈtiːt͡ʃɪŋ/ The job or activity of giving lessons to students. Meaning Off Sound Off
assignment B1
/əˈsaɪn.mənt/ A task or piece of work that you are given to do. Meaning Off Sound Off
promotion B1
/pɹəˈmoʊʃn̩/ A move to a more important job or higher rank. Meaning Off Sound Off
bureau B1
/ˈbjʊ.ɹoʊ/ A government department or office that deals with a particular task. Meaning Off Sound Off
profession B1
/pɹəˈfeʃ.ən/ A type of job that needs special training or education, such as law or medicine. Meaning Off Sound Off
institute B1
/ˈɪnstɪtjuːt/ An organization set up for a particular purpose, especially research, education, or a profession. Meaning Off Sound Off
salesman B1
/ˈseɪlzmən/ A man whose job is to sell things, in a shop or by visiting customers. Meaning Off Sound Off
accountant B1
/əˈkaʊn.tənt/ A person whose job is to keep, check, and report on money records for a person or business. Meaning Off Sound Off
teller B1
/ˈtɛləɹ/ A bank employee who takes in and pays out money to customers. Meaning Off Sound Off
unemployment B1
/ʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/ The state of not having a job. Meaning Off Sound Off
critic B1
/ˈkrɪtɪk/ A person whose job is to give opinions about books, films, music, or art. Meaning Off Sound Off
workplace B1
/ˈwɝkˌpleɪs/ The place where someone works. Meaning Off Sound Off
adviser B1
/ædˈvaɪ.zɚ/ An expert who gives advice, especially as part of their job. Meaning Off Sound Off
firefighter B1
/ˈfaɪ.ɚˌfaɪ.tɚ/ A person whose job is to put out fires. Meaning Off Sound Off
entertainer B1
/ˌɛntɚˈteɪnɚ/ A person whose job is to amuse an audience, such as a singer, actor, or comedian. Meaning Off Sound Off
vacancy B1
/ˈvæɪkənsi/ A job that is available because no one is currently doing it. Meaning Off Sound Off
nailer B1
/ˈneɪlɚ/ a worker who attaches something by nailing it Meaning Off Sound Off
lay off B1
to dismiss workers because their jobs are no longer required or affordable Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
specialize in B1
to focus one's work or knowledge on a particular subject or activity Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Economics & Markets(27)

loss B1
/lɔs/ The fact of no longer having something you once had. Meaning Off Sound Off
boom B1
/bum/ To grow or develop very quickly and successfully. Meaning Off Sound Off
debt B1
/dɛt/ Money that you owe to someone else. Meaning Off Sound Off
supply B1
/səˈplaɪ/ To provide something that someone needs or wants. Meaning Off Sound Off
demand B1
/dɪˈmænd/ A strong and firm request for something. Meaning Off Sound Off
bust B1
/bʌst/ To break something, or to break open suddenly and forcefully. Meaning Off Sound Off
profit B1
/ˈpɹɑfɪt/ The money you gain after subtracting your costs, especially in business. Meaning Off Sound Off
economy B1
/iˈkɑ.nə.mi/ The system by which a country produces, sells, and uses goods, services, and money. Meaning Off Sound Off
recovery B1
/ɹɪˈkʌvəɹi/ A return to good health after illness or injury. Meaning Off Sound Off
income B1
/ˈɪnˌkʌm/ The money a person or organization earns or receives, usually regularly. Meaning Off Sound Off
bubble B1
/ˈbʌb.l̩/ A thin ball of liquid filled with air or gas Meaning Off Sound Off
depression B1
/dəˈpɹɛʃn̩/ A mental illness that makes someone feel very sad and hopeless for a long time. Meaning Off Sound Off
growth B1
/ɡɹoʊθ/ An increase in size, number, value, or strength. Meaning Off Sound Off
poverty B1
/ˈpɑːvɚti/ The state of being very poor and having little money. Meaning Off Sound Off
employment B1
/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/ Paid work, or the state of having a job Meaning Off Sound Off
currency B1
/ˈkʌɹ.ən.si/ The system of money used in a particular country. Meaning Off Sound Off
distribution B1
/ˌdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/ The way something is spread out or arranged over an area or group. Meaning Off Sound Off
efficiency B1
/ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/ The quality of doing something well without wasting time, effort, or money. Meaning Off Sound Off
economics B1
/ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪks/ The study of how money, goods, and services are produced, shared, and used. Meaning Off Sound Off
shortage B1
/ˈʃɔː(ɹ)tɪd͡ʒ/ A situation in which there is not enough of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
consumption B1
/kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/ The act of eating, drinking, or using something. Meaning Off Sound Off
import² B1
/ɪmˈpɔɹt/ To bring goods or products in from another country, usually to sell them. Meaning Off Sound Off
regulation B1
/ˌɹɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/ An official rule made by a government or organization. Meaning Off Sound Off
resource B1
/ˈɹisɔɹs/ A supply of money, materials, people, or other things that can be used when needed. Meaning Off Sound Off

Business & Commerce(4)

invest B1
/ɪnˈvest/ To put money into something, such as a business or shares, in order to make a profit. Meaning Off Sound Off
finance B1
/ˈfaɪnæns/ The management of money, especially of large amounts. Meaning Off Sound Off
advert B1
/ˈædvɜɹt/ A notice or short film that promotes a product, service, or event. Meaning Off Sound Off
hive off B1
to separate part of an organization or group into an independent unit Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Personal Finance(15)

insurance B1
/ɪnˈʃɔː.ɹəns/ An agreement in which you pay a company money so that they will pay you if something bad happens, such as an accident or illness. Meaning Off Sound Off
spending B1
/ˈspɛndɪŋ/ The amount of money that is spent, especially by a government or organization. Meaning Off Sound Off
transfer B1
/tɹænsˈfɚ/ To move something or someone from one place to another. Meaning Off Sound Off
balance B1
/ˈbæləns/ A state in which different parts or forces are equal or steady, so nothing tips over or dominates. Meaning Off Sound Off
tax B1
/tæks/ Money that people and businesses must pay to the government to fund public services. Meaning Off Sound Off
bond B1
/bɑnd/ To form a close emotional connection with someone. Meaning Off Sound Off
gain B1
/ɡeɪn/ To get or obtain something useful or valuable. Meaning Off Sound Off
payment B1
/ˈpeɪmənt/ An amount of money paid in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. Meaning Off Sound Off
fund B1
/ˈfʌnd/ An amount of money saved or set aside for a particular purpose. Meaning Off Sound Off
deposit B1
/dɪˈpɑ.zɪt/ A sum of money paid as a first part of a larger payment, or to reserve something. Meaning Off Sound Off
expense B1
/ɪkˈspɛns/ The money that you spend on something. Meaning Off Sound Off
allowance B1
/əˈlaʊəns/ An amount of money given regularly for a particular purpose. Meaning Off Sound Off
refund¹ B1
/ˈɹiːfʌnd/ Money that is given back to you, usually because you returned something. Meaning Off Sound Off
refund² B1
/ɹɪˈfʌnd/ To give someone their money back. Meaning Off Sound Off
lay aside B1
to save money for use at a later time Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Money & Finance(13)

charge B1
/t͡ʃɑɹd͡ʒ/ The amount of money asked for goods or services. Meaning Off Sound Off
afford B1
/əˈfoɹd/ To have enough money to pay for something. Meaning Off Sound Off
purse B1
/pɜɹs/ A small bag for carrying money. Meaning Off Sound Off
discount¹ B1
/ˈdɪskaʊnt/ An amount taken off the usual price of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
discount² B1
/dɪˈskaʊnt/ To sell something at a lower price than usual. Meaning Off Sound Off
estimate¹ B1
/ˈɛs.tɪ.mət/ A rough guess about the size, value, or cost of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
estimate² B1
/ˈɛs.tɪˌmeɪt/ To make a rough guess about the size, value, or amount of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
contribution B1
/ˌkɑntɹɪˈbjuʃən/ Something you give, such as money, to help a shared cause. Meaning Off Sound Off
hardship B1
/ˈhɑɹdˌʃɪp/ A situation that is difficult to live through, especially because of money or harsh conditions. Meaning Off Sound Off
winnings B1
/ˈwɪnɪŋz/ money, prizes, or other gains won, especially through gambling or a competition Meaning Off Sound Off
treasurer B1
/ˈtrɛʒ.ɚ.ɚ/ an officer responsible for receiving, safeguarding, recording, and paying out an organization's money Meaning Off Sound Off
banknote B1
/ˈbæŋk.noʊt/ a piece of paper or polymer currency issued in a fixed denomination by a bank or other authorized monetary authority Meaning Off Sound Off
invest in B1
to put money into an asset or business expecting a future return Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Shopping & Services(7)

service B1
/ˈsɝ.vɪs/ Work done by one person or organization that helps or benefits others. Meaning Off Sound Off
delivery B1
/dɪˈlɪv.(ə.)ɹi/ The act of taking goods, mail, or other items to a place or person. Meaning Off Sound Off
reservation B1
/ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/ An arrangement made in advance to keep a room, table, or seat for you. Meaning Off Sound Off
stall B1
/stɔl/ A small open shop or table where goods are sold, especially in a market. Meaning Off Sound Off
diner B1
/ˈdaɪnə(ɹ)/ a small informal restaurant, often with booths, a counter, and simple meals Meaning Off Sound Off
retail B1
/ˈɹiˌteɪl/ The selling of goods directly to ordinary customers. Meaning Off Sound Off
check-in desk B1
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House & Home(18)

heaven B1
/ˈhɛvən/ In many religions, the home of God where good people are believed to go after death. Meaning Off Sound Off
lab B1
/læb/ A room or building equipped for scientific work; short for laboratory. Meaning Off Sound Off
studio B1
/ˈstjuːdiəʊ/ A room where radio or television programmes, music, or films are made. Meaning Off Sound Off
yard B1
/jɑɹd/ The area of ground around a house, often with grass. Meaning Off Sound Off
basement B1
/ˈbeɪsmənt/ A room or floor of a building that is below ground level. Meaning Off Sound Off
cabin B1
/ˈkæbɪn/ A small, simple house, often made of wood and in the countryside. Meaning Off Sound Off
hut B1
/hʌt/ A small, simple house or shelter, often with only one room. Meaning Off Sound Off
ceiling B1
/ˈsilɪŋ/ The inside surface at the top of a room. Meaning Off Sound Off
cottage B1
/ˈkɑt.ɪd͡ʒ/ A small, often old house, usually in the countryside. Meaning Off Sound Off
wardrobe B1
/ˈwɔɹdɹoʊb/ A tall piece of furniture used for storing clothes. Meaning Off Sound Off
booking B1
/ˈbʊkɪŋ/ An arrangement to have a seat, room, or service kept for you at a later time. Meaning Off Sound Off
infirmary B1
/ɪnˈfɝməɹi/ a room, ward, or clinic within an institution where sick or injured people receive care Meaning Off Sound Off
housework B1
/ˈhaʊsˌwɝk/ The work of cleaning, cooking, and looking after a home. Meaning Off Sound Off
planter B1
/ˈplæntə(ɹ)/ a decorative pot for house plants Meaning Off Sound Off
air conditioning B1
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central heating B1
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chest of drawers B1
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sponge off B1
to remove dirt or liquid by wiping with a sponge Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Cooking & Baking(22)

beat B1
/biːt/ To defeat someone in a game, contest, or fight. Meaning Off Sound Off
crush B1
/kɹʌʃ/ To press something so hard that it breaks or loses its shape. Meaning Off Sound Off
steam B1
/stiːm/ The hot gas that water turns into when it boils. Meaning Off Sound Off
melt B1
/mɛlt/ To turn from solid into liquid, usually because of heat. Meaning Off Sound Off
fold B1
/ˈfɒld/ To bend something so that one part lies over another. Meaning Off Sound Off
flavor B1
/ˈfleɪvɚ/ The taste of a particular food or drink. Meaning Off Sound Off
strain B1
/stɹeɪn/ Pressure or worry caused by a difficult situation. Meaning Off Sound Off
stir B1
/stɝ/ To mix a liquid or soft food by moving a spoon or other object around in it. Meaning Off Sound Off
frost B1
/fɹɔst/ A thin layer of tiny ice crystals that forms on cold surfaces. Meaning Off Sound Off
grill B1
/ɡɹɪl/ To cook food over or under direct heat. Meaning Off Sound Off
spice B1
/spaɪs/ A strong-tasting or aromatic part of a plant, usually dried, used to flavor food. Meaning Off Sound Off
blend B1
/blɛnd/ To mix two or more things together so they combine well. Meaning Off Sound Off
kettle B1
/ˈkɛ.təl/ A container with a lid and handle, used for boiling water. Meaning Off Sound Off
preparation B1
/prɪpəˈreʃən/ The act of getting ready for something. Meaning Off Sound Off
pastry B1
/ˈpeɪstɹi/ a baked food made from dough rich in fat, often filled or topped with sweet or savory ingredients Meaning Off Sound Off
ingredient B1
/ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt/ One of the foods or substances you combine to make a dish. Meaning Off Sound Off
mash B1
/mæʃ/ To crush food into a soft, smooth mass. Meaning Off Sound Off
rinse B1
/rɪns/ to wash something briefly with clean water, especially to remove soap, dirt, or residue Meaning Off Sound Off
knead B1
/niːd/ to press and fold dough in order to make it smooth and elastic Meaning Off Sound Off
thaw B1
/θɔː/ to become free of ice or frost, typically due to a rise in temperature Meaning Off Sound Off
blend in B1
to mix an ingredient thoroughly into another substance Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
rinse off B1
to remove soap or dirt by washing briefly with water Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Food & Drink(40)

pie B1
/pɑɪ/ A baked dish made of pastry with a filling of fruit, meat, or vegetables inside. Meaning Off Sound Off
alcohol B1
/ˈæl.kə.hɔl/ Drinks such as beer, wine, and spirits that can make you drunk. Meaning Off Sound Off
pork B1
/poɹk/ Meat from a pig. Meaning Off Sound Off
bacon B1
/ˈbeɪ.kən/ Salted or smoked meat from the back or sides of a pig, usually eaten in thin strips. Meaning Off Sound Off
cattle B1
/ˈkætəl/ Cows and bulls kept on a farm for their milk or meat. Meaning Off Sound Off
feast B1
/fiːst/ A large, special meal, often to celebrate something. Meaning Off Sound Off
filling B1
/ˈfɪlɪŋ/ The food put inside a sandwich, pie, or pastry. Meaning Off Sound Off
appetite B1
/ˈæp.əˌtaɪt/ The desire to eat food. Meaning Off Sound Off
shrimp B1
/ʃɹɪmp/ A small sea creature with a shell and a long tail, often eaten as food. Meaning Off Sound Off
jar B1
/d͡ʒɑɹ/ A glass or clay container with a wide mouth, used for holding food such as jam or pickles. Meaning Off Sound Off
freezer B1
/ˈfɹizɚ/ An appliance or compartment that keeps food frozen at a very low temperature. Meaning Off Sound Off
spicy B1
/ˈspaɪsi/ Having a strong, hot flavor that creates a burning feeling in the mouth. Meaning Off Sound Off
mustard B1
/ˈmʌstəɹd/ A spicy yellow paste or powder made from mustard seeds, used to flavour food. Meaning Off Sound Off
strawberry B1
/ˈstɹɔˌbɛɹi/ A sweet, soft red fruit with tiny seeds on its surface. Meaning Off Sound Off
potion B1
/ˈpoʊʃən/ a drink believed to have medicinal, magical, or poisonous effects Meaning Off Sound Off
cabbage B1
/ˈkɛb.əd͡ʒ/ A round vegetable with thick green or white leaves, eaten cooked or raw. Meaning Off Sound Off
gravy B1
/ˈɡɹeɪvi/ A thick, savory sauce made from the juices of cooked meat. Meaning Off Sound Off
muffin B1
/ˈmʌf.ɪn/ especially North American: a small, cup-shaped quick bread, often sweet and containing fruit, nuts, or chocolate Meaning Off Sound Off
pineapple B1
/ˈpaɪnæpəl/ A large sweet tropical fruit with rough brown skin, juicy yellow flesh, and stiff leaves on top. Meaning Off Sound Off
saucer B1
/ˈsɔ.səɹ/ A small shallow dish that a cup sits on. Meaning Off Sound Off
cucumber B1
/ˈkjuˌkʌmbɚ/ A long green vegetable with a thin skin and crisp watery flesh, often eaten raw in salads. Meaning Off Sound Off
spinach B1
/spɪˈnætʃ/ A leafy green vegetable with soft, dark leaves, eaten raw or cooked. Meaning Off Sound Off
ration B1
/ˈɹæʃən/ A fixed amount of food or supplies given to a person when there is not enough for everyone. Meaning Off Sound Off
broccoli B1
/ˈbɹɑ.kə.li/ A green vegetable with a thick stalk and tight clusters of small flower buds Meaning Off Sound Off

Clothing & Appearance(9)

costume B1
/ˈkɑsˌt(j)um/ A set of clothes worn to look like someone or something else, often for fun. Meaning Off Sound Off
helmet B1
/ˈhɛlmɪt/ A hard hat worn to protect the head. Meaning Off Sound Off
collar B1
/ˈkɑ.ləɹ/ The part of a shirt, coat, or dress that fits around the neck. Meaning Off Sound Off
sleeve B1
/ˈsliːv/ The part of a piece of clothing that covers the arm. Meaning Off Sound Off
diaper B1
/ˈdaɪ(ə)pɚ/ A soft cloth or padded garment worn around a baby's bottom to absorb urine and waste; a nappy. Meaning Off Sound Off
garment B1
/ˈɡɑɹ.mənt/ A piece of clothing. Meaning Off Sound Off
ironing B1
/ˈaɪɝnɪŋ/ The activity of pressing clothes smooth with a hot iron Meaning Off Sound Off
bib B1
/bɪb/ a piece of cloth or plastic fastened under the chin to protect clothing while eating Meaning Off Sound Off
nightdress B1
/ˈnaɪtˌdrɛs/ a loose garment, traditionally worn by a woman or girl, for sleeping in Meaning Off Sound Off

Travel(12)

passport B1
/ˈpæspɔɹt/ An official document that proves who you are and your nationality, used for foreign travel. Meaning Off Sound Off
luggage B1
/ləˈɡed͡ʒ/ The bags and cases you carry your belongings in when travelling. Meaning Off Sound Off
arrival B1
/əˈɹaɪ.vl̩/ The act of reaching a place. Meaning Off Sound Off
destination B1
/ˌdɛstəˈneɪʃən/ The place where someone or something is going. Meaning Off Sound Off
expedition B1
/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/ A long, organized journey made by a group for a particular purpose, such as exploration. Meaning Off Sound Off
departure B1
/dɪˈpɑːrtʃɝ/ The act of leaving a place, especially to start a journey. Meaning Off Sound Off
voyage B1
/ˈvɔɪ.ɪd͡ʒ/ A long journey, especially by sea or in space. Meaning Off Sound Off
visa B1
/ˈvizə/ An official stamp or document allowing you to enter, stay in, or leave a country. Meaning Off Sound Off
souvenir B1
/ˈsu.vəˌnɪɹ/ An object you keep or give to remember a place or event. Meaning Off Sound Off
fetch up B1
to arrive or end up somewhere, often unexpectedly Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
lay over B1
to interrupt a journey with a temporary stay somewhere Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
set off B1
to begin a journey Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Maritime & Sailing(11)

rescue B1
/ˈɹɛs.kju/ To save someone or something from danger or harm. Meaning Off Sound Off
bow¹ B1
/baʊ/ To bend the head or upper body forward as a sign of respect or greeting. Meaning Off Sound Off
port B1
/pɔɹt/ A place on the coast where ships dock to load and unload cargo or passengers. Meaning Off Sound Off
vessel B1
/ˈvɛs.əl/ A ship or large boat. Meaning Off Sound Off
swell B1
/swɛl/ To become larger, especially because of injury or being filled with something. Meaning Off Sound Off
harbor B1
/ˈhɑɹbɚ/ A sheltered area of water where ships can stay safely. Meaning Off Sound Off
tide B1
/taɪd/ The regular rise and fall of the sea, caused by the pull of the moon and sun. Meaning Off Sound Off
submarine B1
/sʌb.məˈɹin/ A ship that can travel under the surface of the water. Meaning Off Sound Off
ferry B1
/ˈfeɹi/ A boat that regularly carries people, vehicles, and goods across water. Meaning Off Sound Off
lighthouse B1
/ˈlaɪthaʊs/ a tower or other coastal structure with a powerful light that warns or guides ships Meaning Off Sound Off
freighter B1
/ˈfɹeɪtɚ/ a ship designed or used to carry cargo Meaning Off Sound Off

Aviation & Flight(12)

approach B1
/əˈpɹoʊt͡ʃ/ To move closer to someone or something. Meaning Off Sound Off
tail B1
/ˈteːl/ The long, thin part that sticks out at the back of an animal's body. Meaning Off Sound Off
wing B1
/ˈwɪŋɡ/ One of the two body parts a bird, bat, or insect uses to fly. Meaning Off Sound Off
helicopter B1
/ˈheliˌkɔptə(ɹ)/ An aircraft with spinning blades on top that let it fly straight up, hover, and land without a runway. Meaning Off Sound Off
oxygen B1
/ˈɑk.sɪ.d͡ʒən/ A colourless, odourless gas that humans and animals need to breathe and that makes up part of the air. Meaning Off Sound Off
runway B1
/ˈɹʌnweɪ/ A long, flat strip of ground where planes take off and land. Meaning Off Sound Off
baggage B1
/ˈbæɡɪd͡ʒ/ The bags and cases you take with you when travelling. Meaning Off Sound Off
parachute B1
/ˈpæɹəʃut/ A large piece of fabric attached to a person or object so they fall slowly through the air. Meaning Off Sound Off
freight B1
/ˈfreɪt/ the charge for transporting something by common carrier Meaning Off Sound Off
takeoff B1
/ˈteɪˌkɔf/ The moment when an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly. Meaning Off Sound Off
turbulence B1
/ˈtɝ.bjə.ləns/ Sudden, violent movements of the air that shake an aircraft during flight. Meaning Off Sound Off
glide B1
/ˈɡlaɪd/ To move smoothly and easily, as if without effort. Meaning Off Sound Off

Transportation(16)

crash B1
/kɹæʃ/ A serious accident in which a vehicle hits something. Meaning Off Sound Off
ambulance B1
/ˈæm.bjə.ləns/ A vehicle that takes sick or injured people to hospital quickly. Meaning Off Sound Off
transport¹ B1
/ˈtɹæns.pɔɹt/ The system or vehicles used for carrying people or goods from one place to another. Meaning Off Sound Off
transport² B1
/tɹænsˈpɔɹt/ To carry people or goods from one place to another. Meaning Off Sound Off
wagon B1
/ˈwæɡən/ A large four-wheeled vehicle, usually pulled by horses, used to carry heavy goods. Meaning Off Sound Off
tire B1
/ˈtaɪ̯ɚ/ A rubber ring filled with air that fits around a wheel of a car or bicycle. Meaning Off Sound Off
motorcycle B1
/ˈmoʊtɚˌsaɪkəl/ A two-wheeled vehicle with an engine and handlebars instead of a steering wheel. Meaning Off Sound Off
carriage B1
/ˈkæɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ A vehicle with wheels, usually pulled by horses, for carrying people. Meaning Off Sound Off
railway B1
/ˈɹeɪlˌweɪ/ A system of tracks that trains travel on, used to carry people and goods. Meaning Off Sound Off
rail B1
/ɹeɪ(ə)l/ The system of travelling by train. Meaning Off Sound Off
depot B1
/ˈdiːpoʊ/ a railway or bus station where passengers or goods are loaded and unloaded, especially in North American English Meaning Off Sound Off
chariot B1
/ˈt͡ʃæɹiət/ A two-wheeled vehicle pulled by horses, used in ancient times for war or racing. Meaning Off Sound Off
lorry B1
/ˈlɔɹi/ A large vehicle for carrying heavy goods by road; a truck. Meaning Off Sound Off
windscreen B1
/ˈwɪn(d).skɹiːn/ The large glass window at the front of a car or other vehicle. Meaning Off Sound Off
steamship B1
/ˈstiːmˌʃɪp/ a ship propelled by one or more steam engines Meaning Off Sound Off
metro B1
/ˈmɛtɹoʊ/ A city's rapid passenger railway system, often running underground, or a train on that system. Meaning Off Sound Off

Verbs of Movement(1)

chase after B1
to pursue someone or something in an attempt to catch them Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Sports & Fitness(25)

race B1
/ˈreɪs/ A competition to see who or what is the fastest. Meaning Off Sound Off
victory B1
/ˈvɪktəri/ A success in a battle, contest, or struggle. Meaning Off Sound Off
score B1
/skoɹ/ The number of points each side has won in a game or contest. Meaning Off Sound Off
prize B1
/ˈpɹɑ̟ɪ̯z/ A reward given to the winner of a contest, competition, or lottery. Meaning Off Sound Off
sports B1
/spɔɹts/ Physical games and activities played according to rules; plural of sport. Meaning Off Sound Off
racing B1
/ˈɹeɪsɪŋ/ The sport of competing to be the fastest, as in cars, horses, or running. Meaning Off Sound Off
mankind B1
/mænˈkaɪnd/ All human beings considered together; the human race. Meaning Off Sound Off
compete B1
/kəmˈpiːt/ To take part in a contest, game, or similar event. Meaning Off Sound Off
puzzle B1
/ˈpɐz.əl/ A game or toy that you have to think hard about to solve, played for fun. Meaning Off Sound Off
boxing B1
/ˈbɑːksɪŋ/ A sport in which two people fight by punching each other with gloved fists. Meaning Off Sound Off
tournament B1
/ˈtʊɹnəmənt/ A competition in which players play a series of games to find a winner. Meaning Off Sound Off
lottery B1
/ˈlɑtɚi/ A game in which people buy numbered tickets and win prizes if their numbers are chosen by chance. Meaning Off Sound Off
railroad B1
/ˈɹeɪlɹoʊd/ A track with metal rails that trains run on; the railway system (American English). Meaning Off Sound Off
diving B1
/ˈdaɪ.vɪŋ/ The sport of jumping into water, often performing acrobatic moves. Meaning Off Sound Off
referee B1
/ˌɹɛfəˈɹiː/ An official who makes sure the rules are followed in a sport. Meaning Off Sound Off
fitness B1
/ˈfɪt.nəs/ The condition of being healthy and strong, usually from exercise. Meaning Off Sound Off
gymnastics B1
/dʒɪmˈnæstɪks/ A sport involving physical exercises that show strength, balance, and flexibility. Meaning Off Sound Off
sweatshirt B1
/ˈswɛtʃəːt/ A loose, warm cotton top with long sleeves, often worn for sport or as casual clothing. Meaning Off Sound Off
goalkeeper B1
/ˈɡɔːl.kiːpɚ/ The player who guards the goal and tries to stop the other team from scoring. Meaning Off Sound Off
handball B1
/ˈhændˌbɔl/ A team sport in which two teams throw a ball and try to score goals with their hands. Meaning Off Sound Off
tracksuit B1
/ˈtɹækˌsut/ A loose, comfortable top and trousers worn for sport or relaxing. Meaning Off Sound Off
windsurfing B1
A water sport in which you stand on a board with a sail attached and are pushed along by the wind. Meaning Off Sound Off
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ice skating B1
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Health & Medicine(22)

surgery B1
/ˈsɝ.d͡ʒə.ɹi/ Medical treatment in which a doctor cuts into the body to repair or remove something. Meaning Off Sound Off
cancer B1
/ˈkæːnsə/ A serious disease in which abnormal cells grow and spread in the body. Meaning Off Sound Off
disease B1
/dɪˈziz/ An illness that affects people, animals, or plants. Meaning Off Sound Off
treatment B1
/ˈtɹiːtmənt/ Medical care given for an illness or injury. Meaning Off Sound Off
virus B1
/ˈvaɪ.ɹəs/ A tiny living agent that causes disease by spreading inside the cells of a living host. Meaning Off Sound Off
injury B1
/ˈɪn.d͡ʒɚ.i/ Physical harm or damage done to the body. Meaning Off Sound Off
illness B1
/ˈɪl.nəs/ The state of being sick or in bad health. Meaning Off Sound Off
infection B1
/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/ An illness caused by harmful germs entering the body. Meaning Off Sound Off
flu B1
/flu/ A common illness like a bad cold, with fever, aches, and tiredness, caused by a virus. Meaning Off Sound Off
prescription B1
/pɹəˈskɹɪp.ʃən/ A written order from a doctor for a medicine or treatment. Meaning Off Sound Off
vet B1
/vɛt/ A doctor who treats sick or injured animals. Meaning Off Sound Off
syndrome B1
/ˈsɪndɹoʊm/ A group of symptoms or signs that together point to a particular illness or condition. Meaning Off Sound Off
aspirin B1
/ˈæsp(ɪ)ɹɪn/ A common drug used to reduce pain, fever, and swelling. Meaning Off Sound Off
capsule B1
/ˈkæps(ə)l/ A small, smooth case containing medicine that you swallow whole. Meaning Off Sound Off
remedy B1
/ˈɹɛmədi/ A medicine or treatment that cures an illness or relieves pain. Meaning Off Sound Off
symptom B1
/ˈsɪm(p)təm/ A sign of an illness that a person feels or notices, such as pain or a fever. Meaning Off Sound Off
bounce back B1
to regain health or strength after illness or difficulty Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
breathe in B1
to draw air into the lungs Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
doze off B1
to fall asleep, usually lightly or unintentionally Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
fatten up B1
to make an animal or person gain weight Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
nod off B1
to begin sleeping unintentionally, often while sitting Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
swell up B1
to become abnormally larger or puffy Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

The Human Body(32)

cell B1
/sɛl/ The smallest basic unit that makes up all living things. Meaning Off Sound Off
foot B1
/fʊt/ The part of the body at the end of the leg that you stand and walk on. Meaning Off Sound Off
operation B1
/ˌɑ.pəˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ A piece of surgery done on the body by a doctor. Meaning Off Sound Off
finger B1
/ˈfɪŋɡɚ/ One of the four long thin parts at the end of the hand, sometimes including the thumb. Meaning Off Sound Off
tongue B1
/tʊŋɡ/ The soft, movable organ in the mouth used for tasting, eating, and speaking. Meaning Off Sound Off
wound B1
/wyːnd/ An injury to the body, such as a cut, where the skin is broken. Meaning Off Sound Off
underwear B1
/ˈʌndɚˌwɛɹ/ Clothes worn next to the skin, under your outer clothes. Meaning Off Sound Off
gene B1
/d͡ʒiːn/ A part of a cell that carries information passed from parents to children and controls traits like eye colour. Meaning Off Sound Off
liver B1
/ˈlɪvɚ/ A large organ in the body that cleans the blood and helps digest food. Meaning Off Sound Off
muscle B1
/ˈmʌs.əl/ One of the parts of the body that produce movement by tightening and relaxing. Meaning Off Sound Off
hip B1
/hɪp/ Either of the two parts of the body on each side, below the waist and above the legs. Meaning Off Sound Off
boot B1
/but/ A strong shoe that covers the foot and part of the leg. Meaning Off Sound Off
tissue B1
/ˈtɪʃ.(j)u/ A piece of soft, thin paper used for wiping your nose or face. Meaning Off Sound Off
lung B1
/lʊŋ/ One of the two organs in the chest that you use to breathe. Meaning Off Sound Off
organ B1
/ˈɔɹɡən/ A part of the body that has a particular function, such as the heart or lungs. Meaning Off Sound Off
wrist B1
/ɹɪst/ The joint between the hand and the arm. Meaning Off Sound Off
thumb B1
/θʌm/ The short, thick finger on the side of the hand. Meaning Off Sound Off
orbit B1
/ˈɔɹ.bɪt/ The curved path an object follows as it circles a planet, star, or other body in space. Meaning Off Sound Off
gesture B1
/ˈd͡ʒɛs.t͡ʃɚ/ A movement of the hands, head, or body to express something. Meaning Off Sound Off
yoga B1
/ˈjoʊ.ɡə/ A set of exercises and breathing techniques, from India, used to relax the body and mind. Meaning Off Sound Off
shaft B1
/ʃæft/ a long rod or pole, especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow Meaning Off Sound Off
comet B1
/ˈkɒmɪt/ A small icy body in space that travels around the Sun and grows a bright glowing tail as it gets close to it. Meaning Off Sound Off
elbow B1
/ˈɛlˌboʊ/ The joint in the middle of your arm where it bends. Meaning Off Sound Off
skeleton B1
/ˈskɛlətən/ the frame of bones that supports the body of a person or animal Meaning Off Sound Off

Technology & Computing(15)

file B1
/ˈfaɪl/ A named collection of data stored on a computer. Meaning Off Sound Off
network B1
/ˈnɛt.wɝk/ A large group of people, things, or places that are connected to each other. Meaning Off Sound Off
monitor B1
/ˈmɑ.nɪ.tɚ/ A screen that shows information from a computer. Meaning Off Sound Off
application B1
/əp.lɪˈke.ʃən/ A formal written or spoken request for a job, a place, or assistance. Meaning Off Sound Off
password B1
/ˈpæs.wɜɹd/ A secret series of characters you type to log in to a computer, account, or system. Meaning Off Sound Off
digital B1
/ˈdɪd͡ʒɪtl̩/ Relating to computers, the internet, and electronic technology. Meaning Off Sound Off
server B1
/ˈsɝvɚ/ A computer or program that provides services, files, or data to other computers in a network. Meaning Off Sound Off
keyboard B1
/ˈki.bɔɹd/ The set of keys you press to type on a computer or typewriter. Meaning Off Sound Off
upload B1
/əpˈləʊd/ To send files or data from your device to a computer or website over the internet. Meaning Off Sound Off
graphics B1
/ˈɡɹæfɪks/ The visual images produced or displayed by a computer. Meaning Off Sound Off
webcam B1
/ˈwɛbˌkæm/ A small camera connected to a computer that sends live video over the internet. Meaning Off Sound Off
CD-ROM B1
/siː.diːˈɹɒm/ A CD that holds computer data which can be read but not changed. Meaning Off Sound Off
ebook B1
/ˈiːˌbʊk/ a book published in a digital form that can be read on a screen Meaning Off Sound Off
log off B1
to end a signed-in session on a computer or online service Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
switch off B1
to stop electrical equipment working by operating its switch Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Literature & Storytelling(11)

theme B1
/θiːm/ The main subject or idea of a book, film, talk, or piece of art. Meaning Off Sound Off
setting B1
/ˈsɛtɪŋ/ The time and place in which something happens, especially in a story. Meaning Off Sound Off
fantasy B1
/ˈfæntəsi/ Something you imagine that is pleasant but unlikely to happen. Meaning Off Sound Off
tragedy B1
/ˈtɹæd͡ʒɛdi/ A very sad event, especially one involving death or great loss. Meaning Off Sound Off
poetry B1
/ˈpoʊ.ə.tɹi/ Writing arranged in lines, often with rhythm or rhyme, that expresses feelings and ideas. Meaning Off Sound Off
poem B1
/ˈpoʊ.əm/ A piece of writing arranged in lines, often with rhythm or rhyme, that expresses feelings or ideas. Meaning Off Sound Off
plot B1
/plɑt/ The main events and story of a book, film, or play. Meaning Off Sound Off
myth B1
/mɪθ/ A widely held but false belief or idea. Meaning Off Sound Off
literature B1
/ˈlɪt.ɚ.ə.t͡ʃɚ/ Written works such as novels, poems, and plays valued as art. Meaning Off Sound Off
narrative B1
/ˈnæɹətɪv/ A story or an account of connected events. Meaning Off Sound Off
toss off B1
to write something quickly and with apparent ease Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Media & Publishing(11)

channel B1
/ˈt͡ʃænəl/ A television or radio station and its programmes. Meaning Off Sound Off
journalist B1
/ˈd͡ʒɝnəlɪst/ A person who reports news for newspapers, magazines, TV, or the internet. Meaning Off Sound Off
broadcast B1
/ˈbɹɔːdkast/ To send out a programme on television or radio. Meaning Off Sound Off
edition B1
/ɪˈdɪʃən/ A particular version of a book, magazine, or newspaper that is published. Meaning Off Sound Off
blog B1
/blɔɡ/ A website where someone regularly posts articles, opinions, or personal entries. Meaning Off Sound Off
headline B1
/ˈhɛdˌlaɪn/ The title printed in large letters at the top of a newspaper or article. Meaning Off Sound Off
bulletin B1
/ˈbʊl.ə.tən/ A short official news report, often broadcast or published immediately Meaning Off Sound Off
columnist B1
/ˈkɑ.ləm.nɪst/ A writer who regularly produces an article or column for a newspaper or magazine. Meaning Off Sound Off
chat show B1
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soap opera B1
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video clip B1
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Photography & Images(8)

flash B1
/flæʃ/ To shine suddenly and brightly, often for a short time. Meaning Off Sound Off
angle B1
/ˈæŋ.ɡəl/ The space between two lines or surfaces that meet, measured in degrees. Meaning Off Sound Off
depth B1
/dɛpθ/ The distance from the top to the bottom of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
shutter B1
/ˈʃʌt.ɚ/ close with shutters Meaning Off Sound Off
printing B1
/ˈpɹɪntɪŋ/ The process or business of producing books, newspapers, and other material using a press. Meaning Off Sound Off
filter B1
/ˈfɪltɚ/ A device that removes unwanted things from a liquid, gas, or other substance passing through it. Meaning Off Sound Off
composition B1
/ˌkɑːmpəˈzɪʃən/ the different parts or people that something is made up of Meaning Off Sound Off
highlight B1
/ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/ To draw attention to something so people notice how important it is. Meaning Off Sound Off

Music Theory(3)

brass B1
/bɹas/ A group of musical instruments made of metal that are played by blowing, such as trumpets and trombones. Meaning Off Sound Off
orchestra B1
/ˈoɹ.kɪs.tɹə/ A large group of musicians who play instruments together, often including strings, woodwind, brass and percussion. Meaning Off Sound Off
pause B1
/pɔz/ A short stop in activity or speech before continuing. Meaning Off Sound Off

Art & Music(4)

artist B1
/ˈɑɹ.tɪst/ A person who creates art, such as paintings or sculptures. Meaning Off Sound Off
jazz B1
/d͡ʒæz/ A style of music with African American roots, known for improvisation, swing, and strong rhythm. Meaning Off Sound Off
sculpture B1
/ˈskʌlpt͡ʃɚ/ A work of art made by shaping material such as stone, wood, clay, or metal into a three-dimensional form. Meaning Off Sound Off
easel B1
/ˈiːzəl/ a stand or frame for supporting an artist's canvas or a display board Meaning Off Sound Off

Film & Television(8)

set B1
/sɛt/ To put or place something in a particular position. Meaning Off Sound Off
location B1
/loʊˈkeɪʃən/ A particular place or position. Meaning Off Sound Off
series B1
/ˈsɪɹ.iz/ A number of similar things or events that come one after another. Meaning Off Sound Off
sequence B1
/ˈsi.kwəns/ A set of things arranged or happening one after another in a particular order. Meaning Off Sound Off
documentary B1
/ˌdɑ.kjəˈmɛn.tə.ɹi/ A film or TV programme that gives facts about a real subject or event. Meaning Off Sound Off
fade B1
/fæɪd/ To slowly lose color or brightness. Meaning Off Sound Off
animation B1
/ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/ The process of making films or images in which drawings or computer pictures appear to move. Meaning Off Sound Off
dissolve B1
/dɪˈzɑlv/ To mix into a liquid and become part of it. Meaning Off Sound Off

Theater & Performance(5)

applause B1
/əˈplɔz/ The sound and act of clapping the hands to show approval. Meaning Off Sound Off
movement B1
/ˈmuːv.mənt/ The act of moving or changing position. Meaning Off Sound Off
exit B1
/ˈeɪɡzɪt/ A door or passage for leaving a place. Meaning Off Sound Off
curtain B1
/ˈkɜɹt(ə)n/ A piece of cloth hung over a window to keep out light or give privacy. Meaning Off Sound Off
intermission B1
/ɪntɚˈmɪʃən/ a short break between the parts of a play, concert, or other performance. Meaning Off Sound Off

Entertainment & Leisure(4)

celebration B1
/ˌsɛl.əˈbɹeɪ.ʃən/ A party or special event held to mark a happy occasion. Meaning Off Sound Off
thriller B1
/ˈθɹɪ.ləɹ/ An exciting book, film, or play full of suspense, often about crime or danger. Meaning Off Sound Off
cap off B1
to complete an event or activity with a final notable action Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
mess around B1
to spend time on aimless or unplanned activities Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Astronomy & Space(8)

universe B1
/ˈjuːnəˌvɝs/ Everything that exists, including all of space, time, and matter. Meaning Off Sound Off
launch B1
/lɑːnt͡ʃ/ To start something new, such as a product, project, or campaign. Meaning Off Sound Off
atmosphere B1
/ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/ The layer of gases that surrounds the Earth or another planet. Meaning Off Sound Off
satellite B1
/ˈsætəˌlaɪt/ A machine sent into space to orbit the Earth and send back signals or information. Meaning Off Sound Off
radiation B1
/ˌɹæɪ.diˈæɪ.ʃən/ Energy that travels as rays, waves, or particles, such as heat or light. Meaning Off Sound Off
horizon B1
/həˈɹaɪ.zən/ The line in the distance where the sky seems to meet the land or sea. Meaning Off Sound Off
meteor B1
/ˈmiːtiɚ/ a streak of light produced when a small piece of matter from space enters Earth's atmosphere and becomes intensely hot Meaning Off Sound Off
astronomer B1
/əˈstɹɑ.nə.mɚ/ A scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe. Meaning Off Sound Off

Chemistry(17)

iron B1
/æːn/ A common hard grey metal that rusts and is used to make steel Meaning Off Sound Off
reaction B1
/ɹiˈækʃən/ The way you behave or feel because of something that has happened. Meaning Off Sound Off
element B1
/ˈɛləmənt/ One of the parts that together make up a whole. Meaning Off Sound Off
chemistry B1
/ˈkɛm.ɪ.stɹi/ The science that studies what substances are made of and how they change. Meaning Off Sound Off
compound¹ B1
/ˈkɑmpaʊnd/ a substance made by combining two or more elements or ingredients Meaning Off Sound Off
laboratory B1
/ˈlæb(ə)ɹəˌtɔɹi/ A room or building equipped for scientific research, experiments, or analysis. Meaning Off Sound Off
concentration B1
/ˌkɑn.sənˈtɹeɪ.ʃən/ the ability to give all your attention to something Meaning Off Sound Off
chemist B1
/ˈkɛmɪst/ A scientist who studies or works with chemistry. Meaning Off Sound Off
sodium B1
/ˈsoʊ.di.əm/ Employing sodium. Meaning Off Sound Off
dioxide B1
/daɪˈɑksaɪd/ A chemical compound that has two oxygen atoms in each molecule. Meaning Off Sound Off
nitrogen B1
/ˈnaɪ.tɹə.d͡ʒən/ The chemical element with an atomic number of 7 and atomic weight of 14.0067. It is a colorless and odorless gas. Meaning Off Sound Off
reduction B1
/ɹɪˈdak.ʃən/ The act of making something smaller or less. Meaning Off Sound Off
calcium B1
/ˈkæl.si.əm/ the chemical element with symbol Ca and atomic number 20, a soft, silvery, reactive alkaline-earth metal that occurs naturally only in compounds Meaning Off Sound Off
nucleus B1
/ˈnuː.kli.əs/ The central part of an atom, made of protons and neutrons. Meaning Off Sound Off
electron B1
/ɪˈlɛk.tɹɑn/ A tiny particle inside an atom that carries a negative electric charge. Meaning Off Sound Off
molecule B1
/ˈmɑ.lɪ.kjul/ The smallest unit of a substance that still has all its chemical properties, made of two or more atoms joined together. Meaning Off Sound Off
oxide B1
/ˈɑksaɪd/ a chemical compound of oxygen with another element Meaning Off Sound Off