English Vocabulary
Pick a CEFR level (A1–C2) — A1 is the friendliest place to start — and browse its words grouped by topic: travel, food, the body, emotions, and more. Each word shows its meaning, example sentences, and US/UK pronunciation.
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excitedly
B1
/ɪkˈsaɪtədli/
In a way that shows excitement or eagerness.
stripe
B1
/stɹaɪp/
A long band of color that is different from the area around it.
CV
B1
A short written summary of your education and work experience, used when applying for jobs.
noticeable
B1
/ˈnoʊtɪsəbl̩/
Easy to see or notice.
indirectly
B1
/ˌɪn.dɪˈɹek(t).li/
In a way that is not direct or immediate.
scenic
B1
/ˈsiːnɪk/
Having beautiful natural views.
snowstorm
B1
/ˈsnəʊstɔːm/
A storm with strong winds and heavy snowfall.
systematic
B1
/ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk/
Done in a careful, organized, and thorough way according to a plan.
northwestern
B1
/nɔːθˈwɛstn̩/
In, from, or facing the northwest.
qualification
B1
/ˌkwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
An official record, such as a diploma or degree, showing you have completed training or passed an exam.
piety
B1
/ˈpaɪ.ɪ.ti/
Deep respect for God and a strong commitment to religion.
informative
B1
/ɪnˈfɔɹmətɪv/
Giving useful or interesting facts.
curiously
B1
/ˈkjʊɹ.i.əs.li/
In a way that shows you want to know or learn about something.
windscreen
B1
/ˈwɪn(d).skɹiːn/
The large glass window at the front of a car or other vehicle.
vividly
B1
/ˈvɪvɪdli/
In a clear and detailed way that creates strong mental images.
unresponsive
B1
/ˌʌn.rɪˈspɑːn.sɪv/
not reacting or replying to communication, influence, or a stimulus
summarize
B1
/ˈsʌmɝˌaɪz/
To give a short account of the main points of something.
duvet
B1
/d(j)uːˈveɪ/
A soft, thick cover for a bed, filled with feathers or other material and used instead of blankets.
extensively
B1
/ɪkˈstɛn.sɪv.li/
In a way that covers a wide area or range; widely.
unaffected
B1
/ˌənəˈfɛktɪd/
not changed, influenced, or harmed by something
helplessly
B1
/ˈhɛlpləsli/
without being able to protect yourself or change what is happening
uninteresting
B1
/əˈnɪntrəstɪŋ/
Boring; not interesting at all.
easygoing
B1
/ˈiːziːˈgoʊɪŋ/
Relaxed and calm; not easily worried or upset.
unbiased
B1
/ˌʌnˈbaɪəst/
not favoring one person, group, position, or outcome unfairly; impartial
fluently
B1
/ˈfluːəntli/
In a smooth, easy way, especially when speaking a language.
overwork
B1
/ˌoʊvɚˈwɝk/
To make someone or something work too hard.
northeastern
B1
/ˌnorˈθiː.stɚn/
In, from, or facing the northeast.
hairdryer
B1
A small electric machine that blows hot air to dry your hair.
acknowledgment
B1
/əkˈnɑ.lɪd͡ʒ.mənt/
The act of admitting or accepting that something is true or real.
uninterested
B1
/əˈnɪntrəstəd/
Not interested; not caring about something.
saucepan
B1
/ˈsɔsˌpæn/
A deep round cooking pan with a long handle and usually a lid.
categorize
B1
/ˈkætəɡəˌɹaɪz/
To put things into groups according to what they have in common.
strikingly
B1
/ˈstraɪkɪŋli/
in a striking manner
yellowish
B1
/ˈjɛlɔʊɪʃ/
somewhat yellow in color
backpacker
B1
/ˈbækˌpækɝ/
A traveler who carries their belongings in a backpack and often stays in cheap places like hostels.
untended
B1
/ʌnˈten.dɪd/
not cared for or maintained
courgette
B1
/kʊɚˈʒɛt/
A long green vegetable shaped like a small cucumber, eaten cooked.
unimpaired
B1
/ˌʌnɪmˈpɛrd/
not damaged, weakened, or reduced in quality or ability
fineness
B1
the quality of being very good indeed
unseasoned
B1
/ʌnˈsiːzənd/
not experienced or tested in a particular activity
undecorated
B1
/ˌʌnˈdɛkəˌɹeɪtɪd/
having no ornament, embellishment, or decorative detail
unstretched
B1
/ʌnˈstrɛtʃt/
not stretched, extended, tightened, or pulled out of its natural shape
common sense
B1
disc jockey
B1
frying pan
B1
ice hockey
B1
clover
B1
/ˈkloʊvər/
a small plant with three-lobed leaves, often found in fields and pastures
mare
B1
/mɛr/
a female horse or other equine animal