English Vocabulary

• A1 844 words
• A2 1567 words
• B1 2503 words
• B2 3299 words
• C1 2769 words
• C2 7351 words
• C2+ 8965 words

Grammar & Function Words (33)

times B2
/tɑemz/ A particular period in history or in someone's life. M S
em B2
/əm/ an informal, usually unstressed form of them, commonly written ’em M S
considering B2
/kənˈsɪdəɹɪŋ/ Taking a particular fact into account. M S
self B2
/ˈsɛlf/ the person you really are, including your character and feelings M S
beside B2
/bɪˈsaɪd/ Next to; at the side of. M S
multiple B2
/ˈmʌltɪpəl/ More than one; many. M S
amongst B2
/əˈmɜŋst/ In the middle of or surrounded by; a more formal word for "among". M S
somewhat B2
/ˈsʌmwʌt/ To a small degree; a little, but not completely. M S
versus B2
/ˈvɝsəs/ Against; used to show two sides competing or opposing each other. M S
regardless B2
/ɹɪˈɡɑɹd.lɪs/ In spite of everything; anyway. M S
unto B2
/ˈʌntə/ To (old or formal use, showing who receives something) M S
instantly B2
/ˈɪnstəntli/ Immediately; without any delay. M S
whereas B2
/(h)wɛɹˈæz/ Used to compare two facts and show a contrast between them. M S
alongside B2
/əˌlɔŋˈsaɪd/ Next to and at the side of something or someone. M S
concerning B2
/kənˈsɝnɪŋ/ about; relating to M S
midst B2
/mɪdst/ The middle of a group, place, or situation; surrounded by it. M S
particle B2
/ˈpɑɹtɪkəl/ A very small piece of something. M S
adequate B2
/ˈæd.ə.kwɪt/ enough in amount or good enough for a particular purpose M S
imperative B2
/ɪmˈpɛɹ.ə.tɪv/ Extremely important and necessary; something that must be done. M S
lest B2
/lɛst/ In order to prevent something bad from happening; for fear that. M S
ample B2
/ˈæmpəl/ More than enough; plenty. M S
insufficient B2
/ɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/ Not enough for a particular purpose or need. M S
conjunction B2
/kənˈd͡ʒʌŋk.ʃn̩/ A word such as 'and', 'but', or 'because' that joins words, phrases, or clauses together. M S
inanimate B2
/ɪnˈænɪmeɪt/ Not alive; not a living thing. M S

Numbers & Quantity (60)

growing B2
/ˈɡɹoʊɪŋ/ Increasing in size, amount, or strength. M S
gross B2
/ɡɹoʊs/ Very unpleasant or disgusting (informal). M S
reckon B2
/ˈɹɛkən/ To think or believe something (informal). M S
packed B2
/pækt/ Completely full of people. M S
constant B2
/ˈkɑnstənt/ Happening all the time or repeatedly without stopping. M S
fleet B2
/flit/ A group of ships, especially warships, acting together. M S
sum B2
/ˈsʌm/ An amount of money. M S
hint B2
/hɪnt/ An indirect suggestion that helps someone guess what you mean. M S
dose B2
/ˈdoʊ̯s/ A measured amount of medicine to be taken at one time. M S
sharply B2
/ˈʃɑɹpli/ Suddenly and by a large amount. M S
eighth B2
/eɪtθ/ coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position M S
stack B2
/ˈstæk/ A neat pile of things placed one on top of another. M S
massacre B2
/ˈmæs.ə.kə(ɹ)/ The cruel killing of a large number of people who cannot defend themselves. M S
utter B2
/ˈʌtəɹ/ Complete and total, used to emphasize how extreme something is. M S
ninth B2
/ˈnaɪnθ/ coming next after the eighth and just before the tenth in position M S
portion B2
/ˈpoɹʃən/ A part of something larger. M S
preliminary B2
/pɹɪˈlɪmɪnɛɹi/ Coming before the main part, in preparation for what follows. M S
resolution B2
/ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/ A firm decision to do or not do something. M S
willingly B2
/ˈwɪlɪŋli/ Happily and by one's own choice; without being forced. M S
expansion B2
/ɪkˈspænʃən/ The act or process of becoming larger in size, amount, or extent. M S
chunk B2
/t͡ʃʌŋk/ A thick, solid piece of something. M S
irrational B2
/ɪˈɹæʃ.(ə.)nəl/ Not based on clear thinking or good reasons M S
attendance B2
/əˈtɛn.dəns/ The number of people present at an event. M S
catastrophic B2
/ˌkætəˈstɹɑfɪk/ Causing terrible damage, suffering, or destruction. M S

Space, Position & Direction (266)

hell B2
/hɛl/ In some religions, a place of punishment where evil people are believed to go after death. M S
moving B2
/ˈmuːvɪŋ/ Making you feel strong emotions, especially sadness or sympathy. M S
commander B2
/kəˈmændɚ/ A person who is in charge of a group of soldiers or a military unit. M S
dig B2
/dɪɡ/ To break up and move earth, especially to make a hole. M S
lower B2
/ˈloʊ.ɚ/ To reduce the amount, level, or strength of something. M S
remains B2
/ɹɪˈmeɪnz/ The parts of something that are left after the rest has been used, eaten, or destroyed. M S
alien B2
/ˈeɪ.li.ən/ A creature from another planet or from outer space. M S
abandoned B2
/əˈbeə̯n.dənd/ left empty and no longer used or cared for M S
swing B2
/ˈswɪŋ/ To move back and forth or in a curve from a fixed point. M S
mixed B2
/mɪkst/ Made up of different kinds of things or people. M S
guts B2
/ɡʌts/ Courage and determination to do something difficult or frightening. M S
surveillance B2
/sɚˈveɪ.ləns/ The careful watching of a person, group, or place, especially to prevent or detect crime. M S
headquarters B2
/ˈhɛdˌkwɔɹ.tɚz/ The main office or centre where an organization is managed. M S
landing B2
/ˈlændɪŋ/ The act of coming down to the ground, especially of an aircraft. M S
skip B2
/skɪp/ to leave out or pass over something instead of dealing with it M S
booth B2
/buθ/ A small enclosed space just big enough for one person, used for a particular purpose. M S
trunk B2
/tɹʌŋk/ The thick main stem of a tree. M S
backup B2
/ˈbækˌʌp/ A copy of computer files kept separately so you can recover them if the originals are lost. M S
spin B2
/spɪn/ To turn around quickly and repeatedly on a central point. M S
rocket B2
/ˈɹɑk.ɪt/ A vehicle or device driven through the air or space by burning fuel. M S
core B2
/kɔɹ/ The central or most important part of something. M S
lap B2
/ˈlæp/ The flat area formed by the top of your thighs when you are sitting down. M S
rub B2
/ɹʊb/ To move your hand or an object back and forth over a surface with pressure. M S
radar B2
/ˈɹeɪˌdɑɹ/ A system that uses radio waves to find the position and speed of distant objects such as ships and planes. M S

Time (121)

known B2
/naːn/ Past participle of "know." M S
rose B2
/ɹoʊz/ A flower with a sweet smell and a thorny stem, often given as a sign of love. M S
fate B2
/feɪt/ What will happen to someone or something, especially something bad that cannot be avoided. M S
failed B2
/feɪld/ Not successful; having ended without achieving its goal. M S
spare B2
/spɛɚ/ Kept in reserve and ready to be used if needed; extra. M S
saving B2
/ˈsæɪ.vɪŋ/ Money you keep instead of spending, set aside for the future (usually plural: savings). M S
dawn B2
/dɔn/ The time of day when light first appears in the sky. M S
destiny B2
/ˈdes.tɪ.ni/ The things that will happen to someone in the future, especially those that cannot be changed. M S
coincidence B2
/koʊˈɪnsɪdəns/ A surprising situation in which events happen at the same time by chance, with no real connection. M S
impressed B2
/ɪmˈpɹɛst/ Feeling admiration because something is very good. M S
lifetime B2
/ˈlaɪf.taɪm/ The length of time that someone is alive or that something exists or works. M S
tattoo B2
/tæˈtuː/ A permanent picture or design made on the skin using ink and a needle. M S
engagement B2
/ɪnˈɡeɪd͡ʒ.mənt/ An agreement to marry, or the period before the wedding. M S
bum B2
/bʌm/ The part of the body you sit on; the buttocks M S
valentine B2
/ˈvaləntaɪn/ A card or message sent to someone you love on Saint Valentine's Day. M S
phase B2
/feɪz/ One stage in a series of changes or in a process that happens over time. M S
intended B2
/ɪnˈtɛndɪd/ Planned or meant to happen. M S
dated B2
/ˈdeɪtɪd/ Old-fashioned and no longer modern or popular. M S
scar B2
/skɑɹ/ A permanent mark left on the skin after a wound has healed. M S
villa B2
/ˈvɪlə/ A large, comfortable house, often in the countryside or by the sea and used for holidays. M S
thrilled B2
/θɹɪld/ Very excited and pleased. M S
prior B2
/ˈpɹaɪ.(ə)ɹ/ Coming before in time; earlier or previous. M S
plague B2
/pleɪɡ/ A very serious infectious disease that spreads quickly and kills many people. M S
scheduled B2
/ˈskɛdʒʊld/ Planned to happen at a particular time. M S

People & Society (275)

master B2
/ˈmas.tə/ To learn or become very skilled at something. M S
darling B2
/ˈdɑɹlɪŋ/ A person you love very much, often used as a loving way to address someone. M S
idiot B2
/ˈɪd͡ʒət/ A stupid or foolish person. M S
mate B2
/meɪt/ A friend. M S
narrator B2
/ˈnæˌɹeɪtɚ/ The person who tells a story, especially the voice telling it in a book or film. M S
devil B2
/ˈdɛvəl/ An evil supernatural being; in many religions, the chief spirit of evil. M S
inspector B2
/ɪnˈspɛk.tɚ/ A person whose job is to officially check that something is correct or meets standards. M S
DNA B2
/ˌdiˌɛnˈeɪ/ The substance in living cells that carries genetic information and passes on characteristics. M S
terms B2
/tɝmz/ The conditions of an agreement or contract. M S
freak B2
/fɹiːk/ To suddenly become very angry, frightened, or upset (often "freak out"). M S
charming B2
/ˈtʃɑːrmɪŋ/ Pleasant and attractive in a way that makes people like you. M S
senator B2
/ˈsɛn.ə.tɚ/ A member of a senate, the higher house of a parliament or legislature. M S
pa B2
/pɑː/ Father; dad. M S
coward B2
/ˈkaʊɚd/ A person who is too afraid to do what is difficult or dangerous. M S
sensitive B2
/ˈsɛn.sɪt.ɪv/ Easily upset or hurt by what people say or do. M S
tunnel B2
/ˈtʌn(ə)l/ A passage built under the ground or through a hill, often for trains, cars, or people. M S
noble B2
/ˈnoʊbəl/ Having or showing high moral qualities such as honesty, courage, and generosity. M S
tribe B2
/tɹaɪb/ A group of people who share the same culture, language, and ancestry, often led by a chief. M S
deputy B2
/ˈdɛpjəti/ A person whose rank is just below the leader and who can act for them. M S
traitor B2
/ˈtɹeɪtɚ/ A person who betrays their country, often by helping an enemy. M S
testing B2
/ˈtɛs.tɪŋ/ The act of checking how well something works or performs. M S
punk B2
/ˈpʌŋk/ A style of loud, fast, rebellious rock music and its associated subculture from the 1970s. M S
walker B2
/ˈwaːkæ/ A person who walks, especially for pleasure or exercise. M S
random B2
/ˈɹændəm/ Happening or chosen without any plan, pattern, or reason. M S

Family & Relationships (31)

mama B2
/ˈmɑmə/ An informal, affectionate word for mother. M S
divorce B2
/dɪˈvoɹs/ The legal ending of a marriage. M S
madame B2
/məˈdæm/ A title used before the name of a French-speaking married woman, like Mrs. M S
widow B2
/ˈwɪd.oʊ/ A woman whose husband has died. M S
brother-in-law B2
/ˈbɹʌðɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/ The brother of your husband or wife, or the husband of your sister M S
adopted B2
/əˈdɑptɪd/ Taken into a family as a legal son or daughter. M S
sister-in-law B2
/ˈsɪs.tɚ.ɪn.lɔ/ the sister of your husband or wife, or your brother's wife M S
intimate B2
/ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/ Very close and friendly; sharing a warm personal relationship. M S
son-in-law B2
/ˈsʌnɪnˌlɔː/ The husband of your daughter. M S
godfather B2
/ˈɡɑːdˌfɑː.ðɚ/ a male godparent who sponsors a child's baptism and traditionally supports the child's religious upbringing M S
grocery B2
/ˈɡɹoʊ.s(ə.)ɹi/ A shop that sells food and household goods. M S
mother-in-law B2
/ˈmʌ.ðəɹ.ɪnˌlɑː/ The mother of your husband or wife. M S
father-in-law B2
/ˈfɑːðəɹɪnˌlɔː/ The father of your husband or wife. M S
involvement B2
/ɪnˈvɑlv.mənt/ The act of taking part in something, or the state of being connected to it M S
daughter-in-law B2
/ˈdɔːtə(ɹ)ɪnˌlɔː/ The wife of your son. M S
missus B2
/ˈmɪs.əz/ a man's wife or female partner; informal, especially in British English M S
fiancee B2
/ˌfiːɑːnˈseɪ/ a woman who is engaged to be married M S
dowry B2
/ˈdaʊri/ Money or property that a bride brings to her husband when they marry. M S
breakup B2
/ˈbɹeɪk.ʌp/ The end of a romantic relationship or friendship. M S
stepfather B2
/ˈstɛpˌfɑːðɝ/ The man who is married to your mother but is not your biological father. M S
stepmother B2
/ˈstɛpˌməðɝ/ The woman who is married to your father but is not your biological mother. M S
linen B2
/ˈlɪnɪn/ A strong cloth or thread made from the flax plant. M S
sibling B2
/ˈsɪb.lɪŋ/ A brother or sister. M S
snuggle B2
/ˈsnʌɡ.əl/ to settle closely and comfortably against someone or something for warmth, affection, or comfort M S

Emotions & Feelings (154)

damn B2
/ˈdæm/ Used to express anger, surprise, or annoyance (informal). M S
lord B2
/lɔɹd/ A man of high rank in the nobility, or his title. M S
bloody B2
/ˈblʌ.diː/ Covered in or marked by blood. M S
ow B2
/ˈaʊ/ A cry expressing sudden physical pain. M S
shooting B2
/ˈʃuːtɪŋ/ An event in which someone is hit or killed with a gun. M S
willing B2
/ˈwɪlɪŋ/ Ready and happy to do something; not refusing. M S
suffering B2
/ˈsʌfəɹɪŋ/ A state of pain, distress, or great unhappiness. M S
convinced B2
/kənˈvɪnst/ Feeling completely sure that something is true. M S
torture B2
/ˈtoɹt͡ʃɚ/ The act of causing someone severe pain, often to punish them or force a confession. M S
ease B2
/iz/ The state of being able to do something without difficulty. M S
conscience B2
/ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ The part of your mind that tells you whether what you are doing is right or wrong. M S
lousy B2
/ˈlaʊ.zi/ Very bad; of poor quality. M S
worrying B2
/ˈwʌɹ.i.ɪŋ/ Causing you to feel anxious or concerned. M S
relief B2
/ɹɪˈliːf/ The good feeling you get when worry, pain, or trouble ends or eases. M S
gambling B2
/ˈɡæm.bl̩.ɪŋ/ The activity of risking money on a game or event in the hope of winning more. M S
creepy B2
/ˈkɹipi/ Causing an uneasy, frightened feeling, as if something were crawling over your skin. M S
grief B2
/ɡɹiːf/ Deep sadness, especially after someone you love dies. M S
prick B2
/pɹɪk/ To make a small hole in something with a sharp point. M S
nerves B2
/nɝvz/ Feelings of worry or fear, especially before an important event. M S
buzz B2
/bʌz/ To make a low, continuous humming sound, like a bee. M S
madness B2
/ˈmæd.nəs/ The state of being mentally ill; insanity. M S
flip B2
/flɪp/ To turn something over quickly so the other side shows. M S
betray B2
/bɪˈtɹeɪ/ To harm someone who trusts you by being disloyal or untrue to them. M S
stab B2
/stæb/ To push a knife or other sharp object into someone or something. M S

Describing People (75)

madam B2
/ˈmæd.əm/ A polite way of addressing a woman, especially a customer. M S
genius B2
/ˈd͡ʒin.jəs/ A person with exceptional intelligence or creative ability. M S
mercy B2
/ˈmɝsi/ Kindness or forgiveness shown to someone you have the power to punish or harm. M S
decent B2
/ˈdiːsənt/ Good enough; fairly good or acceptable. M S
frankly B2
/ˈfɹæŋkli/ Used to show that you are speaking honestly and directly, even if it may sound blunt. M S
naughty B2
/ˈnɔti/ (especially of a child) behaving badly and not doing what they are told. M S
nicely B2
/ˈnaɪsli/ In a pleasant, kind, or attractive way. M S
abuse B2
/əˈbjus/ cruel or violent treatment of a person or animal M S
ultimate B2
/ălʈɪmeʈ/ The greatest or most extreme possible. M S
humble B2
/ˈhʌmbəl/ Not proud; not thinking that you are better or more important than others. M S
sucker B2
/ˈsʌkɚ/ a gullible person who is easily deceived or exploited; informal and disapproving M S
genuine B2
/ˈd͡ʒɛn.juˌɪn/ Real and exactly what it appears to be; not fake. M S
arrogant B2
/ˈæɹ.ə.ɡənt/ Believing you are better or more important than other people. M S
elegant B2
/ˈel.ə.ɡənt/ Graceful and stylish in a way that shows good taste. M S
devoted B2
/dɪˈvoʊtəd/ Loving and loyal; giving someone or something a lot of care and attention. M S
sincere B2
/sɪnˈsɪɹ/ Honest and truly meaning what you say or do; not pretending. M S
subtle B2
/ˈsʌtəl/ So slight that it is not easy to notice. M S
offend B2
/əˈfɛnd/ To upset or annoy someone by saying or doing something rude or hurtful. M S
underestimate B2
/ʌndɚˈɛs.tɪ.meɪt/ To think that something is smaller, easier, or less important than it really is. M S
hospitality B2
/ˌhɑ.spɪˈtæl.ə.ti/ Friendly and generous treatment of guests and visitors. M S
facilities B2
/fəˈsɪlɪtiz/ Buildings, equipment, or services provided for a particular purpose. M S
presidential B2
/pɹɛzɪˈdɛnʃ(ə)l/ Relating to a president or to a presidency. M S
rib B2
/ɹɪb/ One of the curved bones that surround and protect your chest. M S
idle B2
/ˈaɪd(ə)l/ Not being used or not working at the moment. M S

Describing Qualities (517)

excuse B2
/ɪksˈkjuz/ A reason you give to explain or defend a mistake or failure. M S
tough B2
/tɐf/ Difficult to do or deal with. M S
cute B2
/kjuːt/ Pretty and attractive, especially in a small, sweet way. M S
evil B2
/ˈi.vəl/ Morally very bad; wanting to harm others. M S
grand B2
/ɡɹænd/ Large, impressive, and magnificent. M S
sexy B2
/ˈsɛk.si/ Sexually attractive or appealing. M S
rat B2
/ɹæt/ A small grey or brown rodent with a long tail, larger than a mouse. M S
crack B2
/ˈkræk/ A line on a surface where something has broken but not separated. M S
literally B2
/ˈlɪtəɹəli/ In the exact, basic sense of the words; not figuratively. M S
squad B2
/ˈskwɑd/ A small group of people working or trained together for a common purpose. M S
estate B2
/ɛˈsteɪt/ A large area of land owned by one person or family, usually with a big house. M S
nightmare B2
/ˈnaɪt.mɛɚ/ A frightening or upsetting dream. M S
actual B2
/ˈækʃuəl/ real and existing in fact, rather than imagined or guessed M S
mask B2
/mask/ A covering for the face, used for protection or to hide who you are. M S
navy B2
/ˈneɪvi/ The part of a country's armed forces that fights at sea, including its ships and sailors. M S
fever B2
/ˈfivɚ/ A body temperature that is higher than normal, usually caused by illness. M S
mighty B2
/ˈmaɪti/ Very strong, large, or powerful. M S
legend B2
/ˈlɛd͡ʒ.ənd/ An old, well-known story that may not be completely true. M S
fox B2
/fɑks/ A wild animal like a small dog, with reddish-brown fur, pointed ears, and a long bushy tail. M S
precisely B2
/pɹɪˈsaɪs.li/ Exactly; in an exact way. M S
pulse B2
/pʌls/ The regular beating of blood through your body, which you can feel at your wrist or neck. M S
pitch B2
/pɪt͡ʃ/ To throw a ball, especially to a batter in baseball. M S
snap B2
/snæp/ To break suddenly with a sharp cracking sound. M S
chop B2
/t͡ʃɑp/ To cut something into pieces with quick, hard strokes of a knife or axe. M S

Communication (64)

dumb B2
/dʌm/ Stupid or silly (informal). M S
attached B2
/əˈtætʃt/ Feeling fondness or affection for someone or something. M S
Dutch B2
/dʌtʃ/ relating to the Netherlands, its people, culture, or language M S
draft B2
/ˈdræft/ An early version of a piece of writing that you may still change. M S
info B2
/ˈɪnfoʊ/ Information; facts or details about something. M S
reminder B2
/ɹɪˈmaɪndəɹ/ A message or note that helps you remember something. M S
likewise B2
/ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/ In the same way; similarly. M S
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'. M S
brag B2
/ˈbɹeɪ̯ɡ/ To talk with too much pride about what you have or have done. M S
troll B2
/tɹɑl/ someone who deliberately provokes or harasses people online M S
gibberish B2
/ˈd͡ʒɪ.bə.ɹɪʃ/ speech or writing that is unintelligible, incoherent, or meaningless M S
posh B2
/pɑʃ/ Elegant, luxurious, and often expensive. M S
interpretation B2
/ɪnˌtɝpɹəˈteɪʃən/ the meaning or explanation you give to something that is not clear. M S
deliberate B2
/dɪˈlɪb.ɚ.ət/ Done on purpose, not by accident. M S
subtitle B2
/ˈsʌbtaɪtəl/ Words shown on screen that translate or write out the dialogue in a film or show. M S
interpret B2
/ɪnˈtɝ.pɹɪt/ to decide what something means; to understand it in a particular way. M S
verbal B2
/ˈvɝ.bəl/ Spoken rather than written. M S
forum B2
/ˈfɔɹəm/ A place, meeting, or website where people exchange ideas and opinions. M S
scramble B2
/ˈskɹæmbl̩/ To climb or move quickly using your hands and feet, especially over rough ground. M S
whine B2
/waɪn/ to complain in an irritating, high-pitched, or drawn-out voice; informal and disapproving M S
completion B2
/kəmˈpliːʃən/ The act of finishing something, or the state of being finished. M S
slang B2
/ˈslæŋ/ Very informal words and expressions used in everyday speech rather than formal language. M S
forthcoming B2
/fɔɹθˈkʌmɪŋ/ Going to happen or appear soon. M S
ditto B2
/ˈdɪtoʊ/ in the same way; with the same statement applying to what follows M S

Mind & Cognition (72)

priority B2
/pɹaɪˈɔɹ.(ə.)ti/ Something that is more important than other things and needs attention first. M S
unconscious B2
/ˌʌnˈkɑnʃəs/ Not awake or aware, usually after an injury or anaesthetic. M S
convincing B2
/kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/ Able to make you believe that something is true or right. M S
mode B2
/moʊd/ A particular way in which a machine or system operates. M S
distract B2
/dɪˈstɹækt/ To take someone's attention away from what they are doing. M S
intellectual B2
/ˌɪntəˈlɛkt͡ʃʊəl/ Relating to the ability to think, understand, and reason. M S
striking B2
/ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/ Very noticeable because it is impressive or unusual. M S
distraction B2
/dɪsˈtɹæk.ʃən/ Something that takes your attention away from what you should be doing. M S
sloppy B2
/ˈslɑ.pi/ Done carelessly and without attention to detail. M S
reconsider B2
/ˈɹikənˌsɪdɚ/ To think about a decision again, possibly to change it. M S
openly B2
/ˈoʊpənli/ In a way that is not hidden; for everyone to see or know. M S
urgently B2
/ˈɝːdʒəntli/ In a way that needs immediate attention because it is very important. M S
perception B2
/pɚˈsɛpʃ(ə)n/ The way you understand or think about something. M S
misunderstand B2
/ˌmɪsəndɝˈstænd/ To understand someone or something wrongly. M S
criticism B2
/ˈkɹɪtɪsɪzm̩/ Spoken or written disapproval of someone or something, based on their faults. M S
straightforward B2
/ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/ Easy to do or understand; simple and not complicated. M S
spectacle B2
/ˈspɛktəkl̩/ An impressive or exciting sight, show, or event. M S
undoubtedly B2
/ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli/ Without any doubt; certainly. M S
impulsive B2
/ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/ Acting suddenly on feelings, without thinking about the results. M S
neglect B2
/nɪˈɡlɛkt/ To fail to look after someone or something properly. M S
transparent B2
/tɹænsˈpæɹənt/ Allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be seen clearly. M S
accordingly B2
/əˈkɔɹ.dɪŋ.li/ As a result; for that reason. M S
rightly B2
/ˈraɪtli/ Correctly; for good reason. M S
mentality B2
/mɛnˈtæləti/ a habitual way of thinking or a characteristic set of attitudes and beliefs M S

Senses & Perception (57)

gunshot B2
/ˈɡʌn.ʃɑt/ The act of firing a gun, or the sound it makes. M S
blast B2
/blæst/ To break or destroy something using explosives. M S
slap B2
/slæp/ To hit someone with the open hand, often on the face. M S
smash B2
/smæʃ/ To break something suddenly and violently into pieces. M S
foul B2
/faʊl/ Very unpleasant to smell, taste, or touch; disgusting. M S
hush B2
/hʌʃ/ To make someone or something become quiet, or to become quiet. M S
slam B2
/ˈslæm/ To shut something with great force, making a loud noise. M S
detect B2
/dɪˈtɛkt/ To notice or discover something that is hard to see or find. M S
clap B2
/klæp/ To hit your hands together repeatedly to show you are pleased. M S
jingle B2
/ˈdʒɪŋɡəl/ a light, repeated ringing sound made when small metal or glass objects strike one another M S
humiliating B2
/hjuːˈmɪliˌeɪtɪŋ/ Making someone feel ashamed, foolish, or embarrassed. M S
herb B2
/(h)ɝb/ A plant whose leaves or seeds are used to add flavour to food. M S
microphone B2
/ˈmaɪ.kɹəˌfoʊn/ A device that turns sound into an electrical signal so it can be recorded or made louder. M S
yummy B2
/ˈjʌm.i/ Very pleasant to taste; delicious. M S
zoom B2
/zuːm/ To move very fast, often with a humming sound. M S
distinguished B2
/dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃt/ Very successful and respected; famous for great achievements. M S
peacefully B2
/ˈpiːsfəli/ In a calm and quiet way, without trouble or violence. M S
fascinated B2
/ˈfæsɪneɪtɪd/ Extremely interested in something. M S
pow B2
/paʊ/ used to imitate or emphasize the sudden sound of a gunshot, explosion, or hard impact M S
revelation B2
/ˌɹɛv.əˈleɪ.ʃən/ A surprising fact that is made known, especially one that changes how you see things. M S
distinct B2
/dɪˈstɪŋkt/ Clearly different or separate from something else. M S
fragrance B2
/ˈfɹeɪɡɹən(t)s/ A pleasant smell. M S
squeak B2
/skwiːk/ a short, high-pitched sound made by a small animal or by objects rubbing together M S
perceive B2
/pɚˈsiv/ To become aware of something through the senses, especially sight. M S

Education & Learning (36)

ignorant B2
/ˈɪɡnəɹənt/ Not knowing about a particular fact or situation. M S
unlock B2
/ʌnˈlɑk/ To open something that is locked, usually with a key or code. M S
dorm B2
/dɔɹm/ A building at a college or university where students live; short for "dormitory". M S
tutor B2
/ˈtjuːtəː/ A person who teaches one student or a small group, often privately. M S
ignorance B2
/ˈɪɡ.nɚ.əns/ A lack of knowledge or information about something. M S
skilled B2
/skɪld/ good at doing something because of training or experience M S
pupil B2
/ˈpjuːpəl/ A child or young person who is being taught at school. M S
electronics B2
/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɑ.nɪks/ Devices that run on electric power, such as phones, computers, and televisions. M S
faculty B2
/ˈfækəlti/ All the teachers and academic staff at a school or university. M S
tuition B2
/tjʉːˈɪʃən/ The money you pay for being taught, especially at a college or university. M S
seminar B2
/ˈsɛmɪnɑɹ/ A small class in which students and a teacher meet to discuss a topic in depth. M S
transcript B2
[ˈtʃɹʷænskɹʷɪp̚t] A written copy of words that were spoken, such as in an interview or trial. M S
diploma B2
/dɪˈploʊmə/ An official document showing that you have completed a course of study or earned a qualification. M S
upgrade B2
/ˈʌp.ɡɹeɪd/ To improve something by replacing it with a better or newer version. M S
instruct B2
/ɪnˈstɹakt/ To officially tell someone what they should do. M S
philosophical B2
/ˌfɪl.əˈsɑ.fɪ.kl̩/ Relating to philosophy or the study of ideas about life and knowledge. M S
astronomy B2
/əˈstɹɑn.ə.mi/ The scientific study of the stars, planets, and the universe. M S
inexperienced B2
/ɪnəkˈspɪəɹi.ənst/ Lacking knowledge or skill because you have not done something much before. M S
schoolgirl B2
/ˈskuːlɡɜː(ɹ)l/ A girl who goes to school. M S
dormitory B2
/ˈdɔɹ.mɪˌtɔɹ.i/ A building at a college or university where students live. M S
acquisition B2
/ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/ the act of getting or buying something M S
novice B2
/ˈnɑvɪs/ a person who is new to and inexperienced in a field or activity M S
curriculum B2
/kəˈɹɪk.jə.ləm/ The set of subjects and courses taught at a school, college, or university. M S
lecturer B2
/ˈlekt͡ʃəɹə/ A person who gives lectures, especially as a teacher at a university or college. M S

Work & Careers (51)

crew B2
/kɹu/ The people who work together to operate a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle. M S
gang B2
/ˈɡæŋ/ An organized group of criminals. M S
mason B2
/ˈmeɪsən/ a craftsman who works with stone or brick M S
miller B2
/ˈmɪlər/ a person who owns or operates a mill, especially one that grinds grain into flour M S
cooper B2
/ˈkupɚ/ a craftsperson who makes or repairs wooden barrels, casks, buckets, and similar vessels M S
personnel B2
/pɝ.səˈnɛl/ The people who work for an organization or in the armed forces. M S
embassy B2
/ˈɛmbəsi/ The official building where a country's representatives work in a foreign country. M S
cooperate B2
/koʊˈɑ.pəˌɹeɪt/ To work together with others toward a shared goal. M S
retirement B2
/riːˈtaɪɝmənt/ The period of life after you stop working permanently. M S
supervisor B2
/ˈsupɚˌvaɪzɚ/ A person whose job is to oversee and direct the work of others. M S
resume B2
/ɹɪˈzjuːm/ To start something again after stopping or pausing. M S
nursing B2
/ˈnɝsɪŋ/ The job or skill of caring for sick or injured people as a nurse. M S
overtime B2
/ˈoʊ.vɚˌtaɪm/ Time worked beyond one's normal working hours. M S
dental B2
/ˈdɛn.təl/ Relating to the teeth. M S
funding B2
/ˈfʌndɪŋ/ Money provided for a particular purpose or project. M S
cripple B2
/ˈkɹɪp(ə)l/ To seriously damage something so that it can no longer work properly. M S
ax B2
/æks/ A tool with a heavy metal blade on a handle, used for cutting wood. M S
cooperative B2
/kuˈɑp.ɹətɪv/ Willing to work with others and be helpful. M S
journalism B2
/ˈd͡ʒɝnl̩ˌɪzəm/ The work of collecting, writing, and reporting news for newspapers, TV, or the internet. M S
offshore B2
/ɒfˈʃɔː(ɹ)/ Located in the sea, away from the coast. M S
collier B2
/ˈkɑliɚ/ someone who works in a coal mine M S
electrician B2
/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɪʃən/ A worker who installs, repairs, and maintains electrical wiring and equipment. M S
ringer B2
/ˈɹɪŋə(ɹ)/ a person who rings a bell, especially a church or public bell M S
redundant B2
/ɹɪˈdɐn.dənt/ No longer needed or useful; more than is necessary. M S

Business & Commerce (36)

contract B2
/ˈkɑntɹækt/ A formal written agreement between people or companies that the law can enforce. M S
executive B2
/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv/ A senior manager in a company who makes important decisions. M S
interfere B2
/ˌɪn.tɚˈfɪɚ/ to get involved in something that is not your business, causing trouble. M S
investment B2
/ɪnˈvɛstmənt/ Money put into a business or shares with the hope of making a profit. M S
operator B2
/ˈɑpəˌɹeɪtɚ/ A person who controls a machine or piece of equipment. M S
reporting B2
/ɹəˈpɔɹtɪŋ/ The activity of gathering and presenting news. M S
corporate B2
/ˈkɔɹ.pəɹ.ət/ Relating to a large company or business. M S
enterprise B2
/ˈɛntɚˌpɹaɪz/ A company or business. M S
trading B2
/ˈtɹeɪdɪŋ/ The activity of buying and selling goods, shares, or currencies. M S
corporation B2
/ˌkɔɹ.pəˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ A large company, especially one made up of several businesses. M S
asset B2
/ˈæsɛt/ Something valuable that a person or company owns, such as money, property, or investments. M S
merchandise B2
/ˈmɝ.t͡ʃənˌdaɪs/ Goods that are offered for sale. M S
yield B2
/jiːld/ To produce something as a result. M S
publishing B2
/ˈpʌblɪʃɪŋ/ The business of producing and selling books, magazines, and other written material. M S
overhead B2
/ˈəʊvəˌhɛd/ regular business costs that are not tied to making one specific product or service M S
patron B2
/ˈpeɪ.tɹən/ A customer of a shop, restaurant, or other business, especially a regular one. M S
revenue B2
/ˈɹɛvəˌn(j)u/ The money a business or organization earns from its activities. M S
commerce B2
/ˈkɑ.mɚs/ The activity of buying and selling goods and services, especially on a large scale. M S
seller B2
/ˈsɛlɚ/ a person or business that sells something M S
profitable B2
/ˈpɹɑ.fɪ.tə.bl̩/ Producing a profit; making money. M S
segment B2
/ˈsɛɡmɛnt/ one of the parts that something is divided into M S
investor B2
/ɪnˈvɛs.tɚ/ A person who puts money into a business or shares in order to make a profit. M S
compatible B2
/kəmˈpætəbəl/ Able to be used together with something else without problems. M S
disrupt B2
/dɪsˈrʌpt/ To interrupt an activity or process so that it cannot continue normally. M S

Money & Finance (54)

means B2
/minz/ A method or way of achieving a result. M S
loan B2
/loʊn/ An amount of money that you borrow and must pay back, often with extra interest. M S
stake B2
/steɪk/ A share or financial interest in a business or situation. M S
commission B2
/kəˈmɪʃən/ An official group of people chosen to do a particular job or investigate something. M S
bid B2
/bɪd/ To offer to pay a particular price for something, especially at an auction. M S
certificate B2
/səˈtɪf.ɪ.kɪt/ An official document that proves a fact, such as a qualification or an event. M S
wealthy B2
/ˈwɛl.θi/ Having a lot of money and valuable possessions; rich. M S
dime B2
/daɪm/ A US or Canadian coin worth ten cents, one tenth of a dollar. M S
peg B2
/pɛɡ/ A short pin or hook used to hang things on or to fasten something in place. M S
mortgage B2
/ˈmɔɹ.ɡɪd͡ʒ/ A loan you take from a bank to buy a house or land, which the bank can take back if you fail to repay. M S
shipping B2
/ˈʃɪpɪŋ/ The activity of transporting goods, especially by sea. M S
banker B2
/ˈbæŋkɚ/ A person who works at a high level in a bank, especially managing money or investments. M S
guinea B2
/ˈɡɪni/ a former British gold coin worth twenty-one shillings M S
toll B2
/təʊl/ A fee you pay to use a road, bridge, or tunnel. M S
rental B2
/ˈɹɛntəl/ Available to rent, or relating to renting. M S
nickel B2
/ˈnɪk.əl/ a coin worth five cents in the United States or Canada M S
bidding B2
/ˈbɪdɪŋ/ The act of offering prices to buy something, especially at an auction. M S
wage B2
/weɪd͡ʒ/ The money a worker is paid for their work, usually by the hour or week. M S
bankrupt B2
/ˈbæŋk.ɹəpt/ Unable to pay your debts, and officially declared so by a court. M S
compensation B2
/ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/ Money given to someone for loss, injury, or harm they have suffered. M S
priceless B2
/ˈpraɪsləs/ So valuable that it cannot be bought or given a price. M S
assessment B2
/əˈsɛsmənt/ A careful judgement about the quality, value, or importance of something. M S
collateral B2
/kəˈlætərəl/ property or another valuable asset pledged as security for repayment of a loan M S
compensate B2
/ˈkɑm.pənˌseɪt/ To pay someone money, usually for loss, injury, or work done. M S

Shopping & Services (10)

purchase B2
/ˈpɝ.t͡ʃəs/ Something that you have bought. M S
functional B2
/ˈfʌŋkt͡ʃənəl/ Working properly; in good working order. M S
catalog B2
/ˈkætəlɔg/ A book or list showing items, often things for sale. M S
shoplifting B2
/ˈʃɑːˌplɪftɪŋ/ The crime of stealing goods from a shop while pretending to be a customer. M S
bazaar B2
/bəˈzɑɹ/ a marketplace or shopping district consisting of many small shops or stalls, especially in the Middle East or South Asia M S
alphabetical B2
/ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/ Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet. M S
disorganized B2
/dɪˈsɔrgəˌnaɪzd/ Not arranged or planned in a clear, ordered way; messy and confused. M S
shoplift B2
/ˈʃɒplɪft/ To steal goods from a shop while pretending to be a customer. M S
bookseller B2
/ˈbʊkˌsɛlɚ/ a person whose business is selling books M S
paperless B2
/ˈpeɪpɝləs/ Using electronic methods instead of paper to store or send information. M S

House & Home (48)

deck B2
/ˈdek/ The flat floor of a ship that you can walk on. M S
laundry B2
/ˈlɔːn.dɹi/ Clothes and other items that need to be washed, or that have just been washed. M S
ram B2
/ɹæm/ To crash into something hard and on purpose, usually to damage it. M S
roommate B2
/ˈɹu(m)ˌmeɪt/ A person you share a room with, especially in a college dormitory. M S
residence B2
/ˈɹɛz.ɪ.dəns/ The place where someone lives; a home. M S
cellar B2
/ˈsɛləɹ/ An underground room beneath a building, used for storage. M S
domestic B2
/dəˈmes.tɪk/ Relating to the home, the house, or family life. M S
lawn B2
/lɔn/ An area of short, regularly cut grass, usually around a house or in a garden. M S
bolt B2
/boʊlt/ To run away or move suddenly and quickly. M S
rug B2
/ɹʌɡ/ A thick piece of fabric used to cover part of a floor. M S
porch B2
/pɔɹt͡ʃ/ A covered area at the entrance of a house, often with a roof and sometimes open at the sides. M S
nursery B2
/ˈnɝsəɹi/ A place where young children are looked after while their parents work. M S
bunk B2
/bʌŋk/ a narrow bed or sleeping berth, especially one fixed to a wall or arranged in tiers on a ship, train, or in shared quarters M S
housekeeper B2
/ˈhaʊskipɚ/ A person employed to manage and clean a home, hotel, or institution. M S
penthouse B2
/ˈpent.haʊs/ an apartment on the top floor of a tall building, often large and expensive M S
housewife B2
/ˈhaʊs.waɪf/ A woman who stays at home to manage the house and care for her family rather than working for pay. M S
doorway B2
/ˈdɔɹweɪ/ The opening in a wall where a door is, through which you enter or leave. M S
landlady B2
/ˈlændˌleɪdi/ A woman who rents out a room, house, or flat to other people. M S
rooftop B2
/ˈruːf.tɑːp/ the outside upper surface of a building's roof M S
farmhouse B2
/ˈfɑɹmˌhaʊs/ the main house on a farm, traditionally occupied by the farmer and family M S
canopy B2
/ˈkænəpi/ a covering fixed or suspended overhead for shelter or decoration M S
storeroom B2
/ˈstɔːrˌruːm/ a room in which goods, supplies, furniture, or other items are kept until needed M S
chandelier B2
/ˌʃændəˈlɪɚ/ a decorative light fixture with several branches, suspended from a ceiling M S
hopelessly B2
/ˈhoʊplɪsli/ in a hopeless manner M S

Food & Drink (66)

hunting B2
/ˈhʌntɪŋ/ The activity of chasing and killing wild animals for food or sport. M S
punch B2
/pʌnt͡ʃ/ A hard hit with the fist. M S
flesh B2
/flɛʃ/ The soft part of the body between the skin and the bones. M S
starving B2
/ˈstɑɹvɪŋ/ Extremely hungry. M S
goat B2
/ɡoʊt/ A farm animal with horns, kept for its milk, meat, and wool. M S
dough B2
/doʊ/ a thick, moldable mixture of flour and liquid, often with other ingredients, that is baked into bread or pastry M S
neat B2
/ˈniːt/ Tidy and arranged in an orderly way. M S
cocktail B2
/ˈkɑk.teɪl/ A mixed alcoholic drink, usually made from spirits combined with fruit juice or other flavours. M S
pudding B2
/ˈpʊd.ɪŋ/ A sweet, soft dessert, often made with milk, eggs, or flour. M S
starve B2
/stɑɹv/ To die or suffer badly because of a lack of food. M S
dash B2
/dæʃ/ To run or move somewhere very quickly. M S
ling B2
/ˈlɪŋ/ A long, slender saltwater fish related to cod, often eaten as food. M S
slaughter B2
/ˈslɔtɚ/ To kill animals for food. M S
tray B2
/tɹeɪ/ A flat object with raised edges used for carrying food, drinks, or other items. M S
peel B2
/piːl/ To remove the skin or outer covering from a fruit or vegetable. M S
sage B2
/seɪd͡ʒ/ A herb with grey-green leaves used to add flavor to food. M S
microwave B2
/ˈmaɪkɹəˌweɪv/ An oven that cooks or heats food quickly using electromagnetic waves. M S
pickle B2
/ˈpɪkəl/ A cucumber or other vegetable preserved in vinegar or salty water. M S
bourbon B2
/ˈbɜː(ɹ).bən/ An American whiskey made mostly from corn and aged in charred oak barrels. M S
cocoa B2
/ˈkoʊ.koʊ/ A hot drink made with milk or water, cocoa powder, and sugar. M S
thigh B2
/θaɪ/ The part of the leg between the hip and the knee. M S
dairy B2
/ˈdɛɚ.i/ Food made from milk, such as cheese, butter, and yogurt. M S
cracker B2
/ˈkɹæk.ɚ/ a thin, dry, crisp biscuit, often eaten with cheese or a spread M S
salsa B2
/ˈsɑl.sə/ A spicy sauce made from tomatoes, onions, and chilli peppers, often eaten with Mexican food. M S

Clothing & Appearance (35)

outfit B2
/ˈaʊtfɪt/ A set of clothes worn together, often for a special occasion. M S
hood B2
[hʊ̈d] A part of a coat or jacket that covers your head. M S
disguise B2
/dɪsˈɡaɪz/ Clothes, makeup, or other things used to change your appearance and hide who you are. M S
oxford B2
/ˈɑksfɚd/ a low shoe laced over the instep M S
mustache B2
/ˈmʌˌstæʃ/ Hair that a man grows on his upper lip. M S
overall B2
/ˌəʊ.vəˈɹɔːl/ Generally; when everything is considered. M S
pajamas B2
/pəˈd͡ʒɑ.məz/ A loose set of clothes, usually a top and trousers, worn for sleeping. M S
vanity B2
/ˈvænəti/ Too much pride in your own appearance, abilities, or achievements. M S
bikini B2
/bɪˈki.ni/ A two-piece swimsuit worn by women. M S
panama B2
/ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/ a lightweight brimmed hat traditionally woven from fine straw-like fibers M S
locket B2
/ˈlɑkɪt/ a small ornamental pendant that opens to hold a photograph, lock of hair, or other keepsake M S
kimono B2
/kəˈmoʊnoʊ/ a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, a wrapped front, and a broad sash M S
mannequin B2
/ˈmænɪkɪn/ a life-size model of the human body used to display or fit clothing M S
tiara B2
/tiˈɑɹə/ a jeweled ornamental headpiece worn on formal occasions M S
ornament B2
/ˈɔɹnəmənt/ An object used to decorate something and make it more attractive. M S
stylist B2
/ˈstaɪlɪst/ A person whose job is to cut and arrange people's hair. M S
blazer B2
/ˈbleɪ.zɚ/ a smart jacket resembling a suit jacket but not worn with matching trousers M S
barbershop B2
/ˈbɑːrbɝˌʃɑːp/ A shop where men go to have their hair cut. M S
overcoat B2
/ˈoʊvɚkoʊt/ A long, heavy coat worn over other clothes in cold weather. M S
plaid B2
/plæd/ a pattern of crossing horizontal and vertical bands in two or more colors, often resembling tartan M S
clog B2
/klɑɡ/ To block something, or to become blocked. M S
anklet B2
/ˈæŋ.klət/ an ornamental band or chain worn around the ankle M S
kilt B2
/kɪlt/ a knee-length pleated garment, usually made of tartan cloth and traditionally associated with Scottish Highland dress M S
dressmaker B2
/ˈdɹɛsˌmeɪkɚ/ a person whose occupation is making, altering, or repairing dresses and other fitted women's clothing M S

Travel (6)

circuit B2
/ˈsɝ.kɪt/ A complete path that an electric current flows around. M S
getaway B2
/ˈgɛtəˌweɪ/ A short holiday or trip, often to relax. M S
caravan B2
/ˈkæɹəvæn/ A vehicle with beds and cooking equipment that is pulled by a car and used as a home on holiday. M S
voyager B2
/ˈvɔɪədʒɝ/ a person who makes a long journey, especially by sea or through unexplored regions M S
commute B2
/kəˈmjut/ The regular journey between your home and your workplace or school. M S
excursion B2
/ɛkˈskɝ.ʒən/ A short trip taken for pleasure, often by a group. M S

Transportation (43)

lee B2
/liː/ the sheltered side of something, away from the wind M S
gear B2
/ˈɡiə/ The equipment, clothing, or tools needed for a particular activity. M S
wreck B2
/ˈɹɛk/ To damage or destroy something badly so that it no longer works. M S
aircraft B2
/ˈɛɚ.kɹæft/ A vehicle that can fly, such as a plane or helicopter. M S
trailer B2
/ˈtɹeɪlɚ/ A short preview of a film or TV show. M S
transmission B2
/tɹænsˈmɪʃən/ The act of sending out signals, messages, or information. M S
rider B2
/ˈɹaɪ.dəɹ/ A person who rides a horse, bicycle, motorcycle, or similar. M S
steer B2
/stɪɹ/ To control the direction of a vehicle, boat, or aircraft. M S
stern B2
/stɝn/ Serious and strict, expecting to be obeyed. M S
tow B2
/toʊ/ to pull a vehicle, boat, or other object behind another vehicle, usually with a rope or bar M S
artery B2
/ˈɑɹ.təɹ.i/ A tube in the body that carries blood away from the heart. M S
conductor B2
/kənˈdʌktɚ/ The person who leads an orchestra or other musical group. M S
unload B2
/ʌnˈloʊd/ To remove goods or cargo from a vehicle, ship, or container. M S
diversion B2
/dɪˈvɝ.ʒən/ A different route used when the normal road is closed. M S
pedal B2
/ˈpɛdəl/ A lever you press with your foot to control or power a machine such as a bicycle, car, or piano. M S
motorbike B2
/ˈmoʊtɚˌbaɪk/ A two-wheeled vehicle with an engine; a motorcycle. M S
cruiser B2
/ˈkruːzər/ a fast, powerful warship designed for independent or fleet operations M S
navigation B2
/nævɪˈɡeɪʃən/ The skill of planning and following a route for a ship, aircraft, or vehicle. M S
hangar B2
/ˈhæŋ.ɚ/ a large structure at an airport where aircraft can be stored and maintained M S
cockpit B2
/ˈkɑːkˌpɪt/ the compartment in an aircraft where the pilots sit and operate the controls M S
missionary B2
/ˈmɪʃ.əˌnɛɹ.ɪ/ One who is sent on a mission. M S
aviation B2
/ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən/ the activity, science, or practice of designing and operating aircraft M S
hearse B2
/hɝs/ a vehicle used to carry a coffin to a funeral or burial place M S
propeller B2
/prəˈpel.ɚ/ a device with blades that rotates to drive an aircraft or vessel through air or water M S

Verbs of Movement (53)

revenge B2
/ɹəˈvɛnd͡ʒ/ Action you take to hurt someone because they have hurt you. M S
rip B2
/ɹɪp/ To tear something quickly and roughly. M S
pee B2
/ˈpiː/ To pass urine from the body (informal). M S
motion B2
/ˈmoʊ.ʃən/ The act or process of moving; movement. M S
sneak B2
/sniːk/ To move quietly and secretly so that no one notices you. M S
leak B2
/liːk/ A hole or crack that lets liquid or gas pass through by accident. M S
wade B2
/weɪd/ to walk with effort through water, mud, or another substance that impedes movement M S
retreat B2
/ɹɪˈtɹiːt/ The act of moving back or away from something dangerous or difficult. M S
spray B2
/spɹeɪ/ Tiny drops of liquid blown or scattered through the air. M S
crawl B2
/kɹaːl/ To move slowly on your hands and knees or by dragging your body along the ground. M S
lick B2
/ˈlɪk/ To move your tongue over something. M S
dip B2
/dɪp/ To put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again. M S
X-ray B2
/ˈɛks ˌɹeɪ/ A photograph of the inside of the body, made using invisible rays that pass through it. M S
zip B2
/zɪp/ To move very fast. M S
evacuate B2
/ɪˈvæk.ju.eɪt/ To move people away from a dangerous place to somewhere safe. M S
discharge B2
/dɪsˈtʃɑːdʒ/ To officially allow or order someone to leave, especially a hospital, the army, or a job. M S
retrieve B2
/ɹɪˈtɹiːv/ To get something back or bring it back from where it is. M S
penguin B2
/ˈpɛŋ.ɡwɪn/ A black-and-white seabird that cannot fly, stands upright, and lives mainly in cold southern regions. M S
assemble B2
/əˈsɛm.bəl/ To fit or put parts together to make something. M S
tread B2
/tɹɛd/ To step or walk, especially carefully or on a particular surface. M S
reel B2
/riːl/ to stagger, sway, or feel unsteady, physically or from shock M S
soak B2
/soʊk/ To leave something in liquid for a while so it becomes completely wet. M S
stability B2
/stəˈbɪlɪti/ A steady, balanced state that is not likely to change or fall over. M S
squirt B2
/skwɝt/ to force liquid out in a thin, fast stream M S

Sports & Fitness (29)

bat B2
/bæt/ A small flying animal that comes out at night and feeds on insects or fruit. M S
contest B2
/ˈkɑn.tɛst/ A competition in which people try to win or to be the best. M S
offense B2
/əˈfɛns/ An action that breaks the law; a crime. M S
penalty B2
/ˈpɛn.əl.ti/ A punishment given for breaking a rule or law. M S
opponent B2
/əˈpəʊ.nənt/ A person you compete or fight against in a game, contest, or argument. M S
regime B2
/ɹəˈʒiːm/ A government that is in power, especially one that is strict or unfair. M S
tackle B2
/ˈtækəl/ To deal with a difficult problem or task in a determined way. M S
marathon B2
/ˈmæɹəˌθɑn/ A long running race of about 42 kilometres (26 miles). M S
polo B2
/ˈpoʊloʊ/ A ball game played on horseback in which two teams use long mallets to hit a ball into the other team's goal. M S
jockey B2
/ˈdʒɑː.ki/ a professional rider who competes in horse races M S
coaching B2
/ˈkoʊtʃɪŋ/ The process of training or teaching someone, especially in a sport or skill. M S
wrestle B2
/ˈɹɛsəl/ to fight or compete by gripping an opponent and trying to throw or hold them down M S
snowball B2
/ˈsnoʊbɔl/ A ball of snow pressed together in your hands, often thrown for fun. M S
judo B2
/ˈd͡ʒudoʊ/ A Japanese sport and martial art in which you try to throw your opponent to the ground. M S
concede B2
/kənˈsid/ to admit that something is true, often unwillingly M S
inning B2
/ˈɪnɪŋ/ a turn or period of activity, especially a renewed opportunity to speak or act M S
archery B2
/ˈɑrtʃəri/ the sport, practice, or skill of shooting arrows with a bow M S
striker B2
/ˈstɹaɪkɚ/ in football, an attacking player whose main role is to score goals M S
racehorse B2
/ˈreɪsˌhɔrs/ a horse bred and trained to compete in races M S
croquet B2
/kroʊˈkeɪ/ a lawn game in which players use mallets to hit wooden balls through a course of hoops M S
fairway B2
/ˈfɛɹweɪ/ golf: the closely mown strip between the tee and the putting green M S
anchorman B2
/ˈæŋkɝˌmæn/ The main male presenter of a television or radio news programme. M S
cartwheel B2
/ˈkɑrtˌwiːl/ an acrobatic movement in which the body turns sideways through an inverted position with the arms and legs extended M S
toboggan B2
/təˈbɑː.ɡən/ a long, light sled with a curved-up front and no runners, used for carrying loads or sliding over snow M S

Health & Medicine (50)

therapy B2
/ˈθɛɹ.ə.pi/ Treatment intended to cure or relieve a health problem. M S
procedure B2
/pɹəˈsid͡ʒɚ/ A fixed series of steps for doing something correctly. M S
coma B2
/ˈkoʊmə/ A deep, prolonged state of unconsciousness, usually caused by serious injury or illness. M S
physician B2
/fəˈzɪʃən/ A medical doctor, especially one who treats illness with medicine rather than surgery. M S
immune B2
/ɪˈmjuːn/ Protected against a disease, so you cannot catch it. M S
consultant B2
/kənˈsɐl.tənt/ An expert who is paid to give professional advice. M S
vaccine B2
/vækˈsin/ A substance given to people or animals to protect them from a particular disease. M S
hangover B2
/ˈhæŋˌoʊ.vɚ/ unpleasant physical or mental effects, such as headache, nausea, and fatigue, felt after drinking too much alcohol M S
indication B2
/ɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/ A sign that something exists, is true, or may happen. M S
pneumonia B2
/nuˈmoʊniə/ A serious illness in which the lungs become inflamed, usually caused by an infection. M S
diabetes B2
/ˌdaɪ.əˈbiː.tiːz/ diabetes mellitus, a group of metabolic disorders marked by persistently high blood glucose because insulin is absent or ineffective M S
overdose B2
/ˈoʊvɚˌdoʊs/ an excessive and potentially dangerous or fatal amount of a drug or medicine M S
screening B2
/ˈskɹiːnɪŋ/ The process of testing or checking people or things to find any with a particular feature or problem. M S
insulin B2
/ˈɪnsəlɪn/ a hormone produced by pancreatic beta cells that regulates blood glucose and other aspects of metabolism M S
malaria B2
/məˈlɛəɹi.ə/ A serious disease spread by mosquito bites that causes fever and chills. M S
paramedic B2
/ˌpæɹəˈmɛdɪk/ A person trained to give emergency medical care, often before a patient reaches hospital. M S
hormone B2
/ˈhoɹmoʊn/ a chemical messenger produced in one part of an organism and carried to other cells or tissues, where it regulates their activity M S
prescribe B2
/pɹɪˈskɹaɪb/ To officially tell a patient to use a particular medicine or treatment. M S
smallpox B2
/ˈsmɔlpɑks/ a formerly widespread, often fatal infectious disease caused by variola virus and marked by fever and a pustular rash M S
floss B2
/flɔs/ a thin, soft thread used to clean between the teeth M S
penicillin B2
/ˌpɛn.ɪˈsɪl.ɪn/ An antibiotic medicine made from mould, used to treat infections caused by bacteria. M S
transfusion B2
/tɹænzˈfjuʒən/ The process of putting blood from one person into the body of another, usually during medical treatment. M S
indigestion B2
/ˌɪn.dɪˈdʒes.tʃən/ pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen, often after eating and sometimes accompanied by bloating, nausea, belching, or heartburn M S
deathbed B2
/ˈdɛθˌbɛd/ the bed in which a person is dying or has died M S

The Human Body (55)

suck B2
/sʌk/ To pull liquid or air into your mouth using your lips and breath. M S
skull B2
/ˈskʌl/ The bony framework of the head that protects the brain. M S
nerve B2
/nɝv/ One of the thin fibres in your body that carry messages between your brain and other parts. M S
resistance B2
/ɹɪˈzɪstəns/ The act of fighting against or refusing to accept something. M S
stroke B2
/stɹoʊk/ To move your hand gently over a surface, again and again. M S
lame B2
/ˈleɪm/ Boring, weak, or not impressive. M S
shield B2
/ˈʃiːld/ A broad piece of metal, wood, or other material held in the hand to protect the body in battle. M S
AIDS B2
/eɪdz/ A serious, often fatal disease that destroys the body's immune system, spread mainly through blood and sexual contact. M S
rash B2
/ˈræʃ/ An area of red, irritated spots on the skin. M S
biological B2
/ˌbaɪ.əˈlɑ.d͡ʒɪ.kəl/ Connected with biology or with living things. M S
tumor B2
/tuː.məɹ/ An abnormal lump of tissue that grows in or on the body and can be harmful. M S
pinky B2
/ˈpɪŋ.ki/ the smallest finger, farthest from the thumb M S
burial B2
/ˈbɛɹiəl/ The act of placing a dead body in the ground, usually with a ceremony. M S
urine B2
/ˈjʊrɪn/ the liquid waste produced by the kidneys, stored in the bladder, and discharged from the body M S
lid B2
/lɪd/ A cover for the top of a container, such as a box, jar, or pan. M S
vomit B2
/ˈvɑmɪt/ To throw up the contents of the stomach through the mouth. M S
limb B2
/lɪm/ An arm, leg, or wing of a person or animal. M S
cuff B2
/kɐf/ The end part of a sleeve, around the wrist. M S
cardiac B2
/ˈkɑrdiˌæk/ relating to the heart or its action M S
pitcher B2
/ˈpɪt͡ʃ.ɚ/ the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit M S
spinal B2
/spaɪ.nəl/ of or relating to the spine or spinal cord M S
rejection B2
/ɹɪˈd͡ʒɛk.ʃən/ The act of refusing to accept, agree to, or believe in something. M S
bruise B2
/ˈbruːz/ To injure part of the body so that a dark mark appears on the skin without breaking it M S
neural B2
/ˈnʊrəl/ relating to nerves, neurons, or the nervous system M S

Technology & Computing (33)

wipe B2
/waɪp/ To clean or dry a surface by rubbing it with a cloth, hand, or similar. M S
technically B2
/ˈtɛk.nɪˌkəl.i/ According to the exact facts or rules, even if this seems surprising. M S
serial B2
/ˈsɪɹ.i.əl/ Arranged in or forming a series; happening one after another. M S
execution B2
/ˌɛk.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən/ The act of carrying out a plan, order, or task. M S
messenger B2
/ˈmɛs.ən.d͡ʒɚ/ A person who carries a message or delivers something from one place to another. M S
database B2
/ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/ A large set of organized information stored in a computer so it can be searched easily. M S
corruption B2
/kəˈɹʌpʃən/ Dishonest behaviour by people in power, such as taking bribes. M S
virtually B2
/ˈvɚ.t͡ʃə.wə.li/ Almost completely; nearly. M S
hardware B2
/ˈhɑɹdˌwɛɹ/ The physical parts of a computer, such as the screen, keyboard, and circuits. M S
detector B2
/dɪˈtɛktɝ/ a device that senses and registers a substance, signal, or physical phenomenon M S
alias B2
/ˈeɪ.li.əs/ another name used by a person, file, command, or concept M S
input B2
/ˈɪnpʊt/ Information or advice you contribute to something. M S
projector B2
/pɹəˈdʒɛktɚ/ a device that projects an enlarged image or beam of light onto a surface M S
interpreter B2
/ɪnˈtɝ.pɹɪ.tɚ/ a person who translates spoken words from one language into another. M S
output B2
/ˈaʊtpʊt/ The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or factory. M S
icon B2
/ˈaɪ.kɑn/ A small picture on a screen that you click to open a program or file. M S
hub B2
/hʌb/ the central part of a wheel through which the axle passes M S
miner B2
/ˈmaɪnə(ɹ)/ A person who works in a mine, digging out coal, metal, or minerals. M S
projection B2
/pɹəˈd͡ʒɛkʃən/ A prediction or estimate based on current information. M S
circuitry B2
/ˈsɝkətɹi/ The system of electrical circuits inside a device, considered as a whole. M S
electronically B2
/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɑ.nɪk.li/ Using computers, the internet, or other electronic equipment. M S
compile B2
/kəmˈpɑɪl/ To collect information from different places and put it together, for example into a list or report. M S
desktop B2
/ˈdɛsktɒp/ A computer that sits on a desk, rather than one you carry around. M S
browser B2
/ˈbɹaʊ.zəɹ/ A computer program used to find and look at pages on the internet M S

Media & Publishing (21)

ed B2
/ɛd/ a written abbreviation of edition, especially in bibliographic references M S
anchor B2
/ˈæŋ.kɚ/ A heavy metal object dropped from a boat to stop it from moving. M S
receiver B2
/ɹəˈsi.vɚ/ A person who receives something. M S
programming B2
/ˈpɹoʊɡɹæmɪŋ/ The activity of writing computer programs. M S
insert B2
/ɪnˈsɝt/ To put something into something else. M S
editorial B2
/ˌɛdɪˈtɔɹiəl/ An article in a newspaper or magazine giving the editors' opinion on a topic. M S
correspondent B2
/ˌkɔɹ.ɪˈspɑn.dənt/ A journalist who reports news, often from a distant or foreign place. M S
publication B2
/ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/ A book, magazine, or other printed work that is made available to people. M S
brochure B2
/bɹoʊˈʃʊɚ/ A small thin book or magazine with pictures, usually advertising something or giving information M S
newscaster B2
/ˈnuːzˌkæstɝ/ A person who reads and presents the news on television or radio. M S
supplement B2
/ˈsʌp.lə.mənt/ Something added to make up for what is missing or to improve something. M S
presenter B2
/pɹɪˈzɛntə(ɹ)/ A person who introduces and hosts a TV or radio programme. M S
spoiler B2
/ˈspɔɪlɚ/ information that reveals an important plot event or ending and may reduce a story's surprise M S
broadcaster B2
/ˈbɹɔdˌkæstɚ/ A person who presents programmes on radio or television. M S
newsworthy B2
/ˈnuːzˌwɝːði/ Interesting or important enough to be reported as news. M S
misprint B2
/ˈmɪspɹɪnt/ an accidental error in printed or published text M S
unread B2
/ʌnˈrɛd/ not yet or never read M S
reprint B2
/ˈɹiːpɹɪnt/ To print something again, especially a book that was published before. M S
italic B2
/ɪˈtælɪk/ printed or written with letters that slope to the right, often for emphasis M S
inset B2
/ˈɪnˌsɛt/ a small picture, map, panel, or passage placed within a larger one M S
anchorperson B2
The main presenter of a television or radio news programme. M S

Art & Music (40)

opera B2
/ˈɑp.ə.ɹə/ A dramatic play set to music in which the words are sung rather than spoken. M S
ballet B2
/bælˈeɪ/ A graceful, classical form of dance, often performed to tell a story with music. M S
melody B2
/ˈmɛl.ə.di/ A sequence of musical notes that forms a tune. M S
lyrics B2
/ˈlɪɹ.ɪks/ The words of a song. M S
matching B2
/ˈmæt͡ʃɪŋ/ Having the same design, colour, or appearance as something else. M S
verse B2
/ˈvɝs/ A group of lines that form one unit of a song or poem. M S
masterpiece B2
/ˈmæstɚˌpis/ A work of art or skill that is outstanding and widely admired. M S
rehearse B2
/ɹɪˈhɝs/ to practise a play, piece of music, speech, or other performance before presenting it publicly M S
nightclub B2
/ˈnʌɪtklʌb/ A place that opens late at night where people go to drink, dance, and listen to music. M S
baton B2
/bəˈtɑːn/ a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir M S
refrain B2
/ɹɪˈfɹeɪn/ To stop yourself from doing something. M S
lullaby B2
/ˈlʌləˌbaɪ/ a quiet, soothing song sung to help a baby or young child fall asleep M S
artwork B2
/ˈɑɹtˌwɝk/ A painting, drawing, sculpture, or other piece of visual art. M S
genre B2
/ˈ(d)ʒɑnɹə/ A particular type or style of art, literature, music, or film. M S
orchestral B2
/ˌɔɹˈkɛstɹəl/ Relating to an orchestra or to music played by one. M S
canon B2
/ˈkæn.ən/ A general rule or principle that is widely accepted in a field. M S
saxophone B2
/ˈsæksəˌfoʊn/ a usually brass, single-reed woodwind instrument with a conical tube and finger-operated keys M S
sculptor B2
/ˈskʌlptɚ/ an artist who creates sculpture by carving, modeling, casting, or assembling materials M S
mural B2
/ˈmjʊr.əl/ a large painting or other artwork made directly on a wall M S
reggae B2
/ˈɹɛɡeɪ/ A style of popular music from Jamaica with a strong, steady rhythm and a heavy bass. M S
trombone B2
/trɑmˈboʊn/ a low-pitched brass instrument whose tube is usually lengthened and shortened with a movable slide M S
showbiz B2
/ˈʃoʊˌbɪz/ The entertainment industry, including film, television, theatre, and music. M S
embroidery B2
/ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri/ the art or process of decorating fabric with patterns sewn in thread M S
mosaic B2
/moʊˈzeɪ.ɪk/ a picture or pattern made by arranging small pieces of colored stone, glass, tile, or another material M S

Entertainment & Leisure (12)

cast B2
/kast/ To choose an actor for a role in a film or play. M S
pursuit B2
/pɜːɹˈsuːt/ The act of trying hard to achieve or get something. M S
raffle B2
/ˈræfəl/ a prize drawing in which people buy numbered tickets and winners are chosen at random M S
nightcap B2
/ˈnaɪtˌkæp/ an alcoholic drink taken at the end of an evening, especially shortly before bed M S
soundtrack B2
/ˈsaʊndˌtɹæk/ The music recorded for a film, video game, or similar work. M S
juggle B2
/ˈd͡ʒʌɡəl/ to repeatedly throw and catch several objects so that at least one remains in the air M S
backgammon B2
/ˈbækˌɡæmən/ a board game for two players who move fifteen checkers according to dice rolls and try to bear them all off first M S
bunting B2
/ˈbʌntɪŋ/ coloured flags, cloth, or paper hung as festive decoration M S
gaiety B2
/ˈɡeɪ.ə.ti/ A feeling of happiness and cheerfulness. M S
entitle B2
/ənˈtaɪtəl/ To give someone the right to have or do something. M S
subplot B2
/ˈsʌb.plɑt/ A second, less important story within the main story of a book, film, or play. M S
bask B2
/bæsk/ to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere M S

Science & Research (39)

vital B2
/ˈvaɪtəl/ Extremely important; essential. M S
evolution B2
/ˌɛvəˈluʃ(ə)n/ The gradual process by which something changes and develops over time. M S
beta B2
/ˈbeɪtə/ preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product M S
gamma B2
/ˈɡæ.mə/ the 3rd letter of the Greek alphabet M S
cellular B2
/ˈsɛl.ju.lɚ/ characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organization) M S
blooming B2
/ˈbluːmɪŋ/ Producing flowers; in flower. M S
meteorite B2
/ˈmiːtiəˌraɪt/ a piece of rock or metal from space that survives passage through an atmosphere and reaches the ground M S
scientifically B2
/ˌsɑe.ənˈtɪfɪkli/ From the point of view of science. M S
lifeless B2
/ˈlaɪfləs/ Dead, or appearing to be dead. M S
ether B2
/ˈi.θɚ/ a substance once thought to fill space and carry light or electromagnetic waves M S
ion B2
/ˈaɪ.ɑn/ an atom or group of atoms with a positive or negative electrical charge because it has lost or gained electrons M S
relativity B2
/ɹɛl.əˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/ (physics) The scientific theory that space and time are not fixed but depend on the observer's motion. M S
supernova B2
/ˌsuː.pɚˈnoʊ.və/ an extremely energetic stellar explosion that makes a star suddenly become vastly more luminous M S
neutron B2
/ˈnu.tɹɑn/ an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton M S
telepathic B2
/ˌtɛlɪˈpæθɪk/ communicating without apparent physical signals M S
regeneration B2
/riːˈdʒɛnɝˈeɪʃən/ Rebuilding or restructuring; large scale repair or renewal; revitalisation. M S
wavelength B2
/ˈweɪvˌlɛŋ(k)θ/ a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding M S
reproductive B2
/ˌɹiːpɹəˈdʌktɪv/ producing new life or offspring M S
catalyst B2
/ˈkæt.ə.lɪst/ Something or someone that causes an important change or event to happen. M S
digestion B2
/daɪˈd͡ʒɛst͡ʃən/ learning and coming to understand ideas and information M S
enzyme B2
/ˈɛn.zaɪm/ a protein or RNA molecule that catalyzes a biochemical reaction without being consumed by it M S
decomposition B2
/ˌdiːkəmpoʊˈzɪʃən/ The process of rotting and breaking down, caused by bacteria or fungi. M S
subatomic B2
/ˌsʌbəˈtɑːmɪk/ of or relating to constituents of the atom or forces within the atom M S
vigorously B2
/ˈvɪɡəɹəsli/ With great energy, force, or determination. M S

Mathematics & Measurement (53)

division B2
/dɪˈvɪʒn̩/ The act of separating something into parts, or the way it is split. M S
ton B2
/tʌn/ A very large amount of something. M S
perspective B2
/pɚˈspɛk.tɪv/ A particular way of thinking about or judging a situation. M S
ranger B2
/ˈɹeɪ̯nd͡ʒɚ/ An official who looks after and protects a forest or park. M S
dimension B2
/dɪˈmɛn.ʃən/ A measurement such as length, width, or height. M S
holland B2
/ˈhɑ.lənd/ A type of linen cloth, originally from Holland. M S
newton B2
/ˈn(j)uːtən/ the SI derived unit of force, equal to the force required to accelerate a mass of one kilogram by one metre per second squared; symbol N M S
triangle B2
/ˈtɹaɪˌæŋɡəl/ A flat shape with three straight sides and three angles. M S
pyramid B2
/ˈpɪrəmɪd/ a solid shape with a polygonal base and triangular sides that meet at a point M S
equation B2
/ɪˈkweɪ.ʒən/ A mathematical statement that two amounts or expressions are equal. M S
ounce B2
/aʊns/ A unit of weight equal to about 28 grams, or one sixteenth of a pound. M S
statistics B2
/stəˈtɪs.tɪks/ A set of numbers that gives information about something. M S
pi B2
/paɪ/ The number (about 3.14159) you get when you divide a circle's circumference by its diameter. M S
uranium B2
/ˌjuːˈɹeɪniəm/ The element with atomic number 92 and symbol U. A radioactive silvery-grey metal in the actinide series. M S
theta B2
/ˈθeɪtə/ the measure of an angle. M S
resentment B2
/ɹɪˈzɛnt.mənt/ Anger or displeasure stemming from belief that one or one's group has been wronged or betrayed by others; indignation. M S
caste B2
/kast/ social status or position conferred by a system based on class M S
granite B2
/ˈɡɹæn.ɪt/ something having the unyielding firmness quality of granite M S
geometry B2
/d͡ʒiˈɑ.mə.tɹi/ the branch of mathematics that studies points, lines, shapes, surfaces, and spatial relationships M S
photographic B2
/ˌfoʊɾəˈɡɹæfɪk/ relating to photography or obtained by using photography M S
thermometer B2
/θɚˈmɒmɪtɚ/ An instrument used to measure temperature. M S
millimeter B2
/ˈmɪləˌmitɚ/ A unit of length equal to one thousandth of a metre. M S
dimensional B2
/dɪˈmen.ʃə.nəl/ having dimension--the quality or character or stature proper to a person M S
limestone B2
/ˈlaɪmˌstoʊn/ An abundant rock of marine and freshwater sediments; primarily composed of calcite (CaCO₃); and occurring in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous. M S

Nature & Landscape (21)

seal B2
/siːl/ A sea animal with smooth fur and flippers that lives partly in water and partly on land. M S
blade B2
/bleɪd/ The flat, sharp cutting part of a knife, sword, or tool. M S
hay B2
/heɪ/ Grass that is cut and dried to feed animals. M S
wilderness B2
/ˈwɪldɚnəs/ A wild, natural area where few or no people live. M S
supernatural B2
/ˌsu.pəɹˈnæ.tʃə.ɹəl/ Not able to be explained by the laws of nature; relating to ghosts, magic, or other mysterious forces. M S
prairie B2
/ˈpɹɛəɹi/ an extensive, relatively flat area of grassland with few or no trees, especially in North America M S
boulder B2
/ˈboʊldɚ/ a large, naturally detached or rounded rock M S
complexion B2
/kəmˈplɛkʃən/ The natural colour and look of the skin on a person's face. M S
coastline B2
/ˈkoʊstˌlaɪn/ The outline or shape of a coast where the land meets the sea. M S
quicksand B2
/ˈkwɪkˌsænd/ loose, water-saturated sand that appears firm but gives way under weight and can trap people or objects M S
elemental B2
/(ˌ)ɛləˈmɛntəl/ Basic and fundamental; forming an essential part of something. M S
sediment B2
/ˈsɛd.ɪ.mənt/ matter that has been deposited by some natural process M S
playfully B2
/ˈpleɪfəli/ in a playful manner M S
mountainside B2
/ˈmaʊn.tən.saɪd/ the sloping side of a mountain M S
moonbeam B2
/ˈmuːn.biːm/ a ray or shaft of light from the moon M S
seashell B2
/ˈsiːˌʃɛl/ the hard shell of a marine mollusk, especially an empty shell found on a shore M S
stonework B2
The parts of a building made of stone. M S
moonscape B2
A bare, empty landscape that looks like the surface of the moon. M S
naturalize B2
/ˈnætʃɚrəlaɪz/ to establish a plant or animal outside its native range so that it reproduces without human help M S
freshwater B2
/ˈfrɛʃˌwɔtər/ living in, made of, or relating to water that is not salty M S
seacoast B2
/ˈsiːˌkoʊst/ land along the edge of the sea M S

Animals (71)

sergeant B2
/ˈsɑɹ.d͡ʒənt/ The highest rank of noncommissioned officer in some non-naval military forces and police. M S
martin B2
/ˈmɑɹ.tɪn/ a swallow-like bird with long pointed wings that catches insects while flying M S
wolf B2
/wʊlf/ A large wild animal of the dog family that hunts in groups. M S
stock B2
/stɑk/ The supply of goods that a shop or business has available to sell. M S
species B2
/ˈspiːʃiːz/ A group of living things that are similar and can breed with one another. M S
jay B2
/ˈd͡ʒeɪ/ a noisy, often brightly colored bird of the crow family, typically with a crest M S
warren B2
/ˈwɔːr.ən/ a connected system of burrows in which rabbits live, or the rabbits occupying it M S
butler B2
/ˈbʌt.lɚ/ The chief male servant of a household who has charge of other employees, receives guests, directs the serving of meals, and performs various personal services. M S
lobster B2
/ˈlɑbstər/ a large marine crustacean with a hard shell, long antennae, and, in many species, large claws M S
finch B2
/fɪntʃ/ a small songbird, typically with a short conical bill adapted for eating seeds M S
cavalry B2
/ˈkæ.vəl.ɹi/ The military arm of service that fights while riding horses. M S
hart B2
/hɑɹt/ an adult male deer, especially a red deer more than five years old M S
dwarf B2
/dwɔɹf/ To be so much bigger than something else that it makes it look small. M S
ox B2
/ˈɑks/ An adult male of the cattle family, often used to pull heavy loads. M S
unarmed B2
/ˌʌnˈɑɹmd/ (used of persons or the military) not having or using arms M S
falcon B2
/ˈfælkən/ a fast-flying bird of prey of the genus Falco, with long pointed wings and a hooked beak M S
leash B2
/ˈliːʃ/ A strap, cord, or rope used to hold and control an animal, especially a dog. M S
octopus B2
/ˈɑktəpʊs/ a soft-bodied sea animal with eight sucker-bearing arms M S
paw B2
/pɔ/ The foot of an animal such as a dog, cat, or bear, that has claws. M S
hybrid B2
/ˈhaɪ.bɹɪd/ Something made by combining two different things. M S
nightingale B2
/ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪl/ A Eurasian and African songbird, Luscinia megarhynchos, family Muscicapidae, famed for its beautiful singing at night; a common nightingale. M S
cockroach B2
/ˈkɑkˌroʊtʃ/ a fast-running, usually flattened insect of the order Blattodea, several species of which are common household pests M S
slime B2
/slɑem/ cover or stain with slime M S
oyster B2
/ˈɔɪ.stɚ/ a marine bivalve mollusk with a rough, irregular shell M S

Plants & Agriculture (42)

bud B2
/bʌd/ A small swelling on a plant that grows into a leaf or flower M S
holly B2
/ˈhɑli/ an evergreen shrub or small tree of the genus Ilex, typically with glossy prickly leaves and red berries M S
weed B2
/wiːd/ A wild plant growing where it is not wanted, especially among crops or in a garden. M S
ranch B2
/ˈɹænt͡ʃ/ a large farm or tract of land used primarily for raising cattle, sheep, horses, or other livestock M S
wheat B2
/wiːt/ A cereal grain grown for food and used to make flour for bread, pasta, and other foods. M S
jasmine B2
/ˈdʒæz.mɪn/ a shrub or climbing plant of the genus Jasminum, known for its fragrant white or yellow flowers M S
blossom B2
/ˈblɑ.səm/ A flower or mass of flowers, especially on a fruit tree. M S
lotus B2
/ˈloʊtəs/ a large-flowered aquatic plant of the genus Nelumbo, especially the sacred lotus of Asia M S
thorn B2
/θɔːrn/ a hard, sharp-pointed growth on a plant, botanically often a modified stem or branch M S
pip B2
/pɪp/ a small, hard seed inside an apple, orange, or similar fruit, chiefly in British English M S
barren B2
/ˈbæɹən/ Having poor soil where few plants can grow; empty and bare. M S
mango B2
/ˈmæ̞ŋɡəʊ̯/ A sweet, juicy tropical fruit with yellow or orange flesh and a large seed. M S
reaper B2
/ˈriːpər/ a person who cuts and gathers a crop, especially grain M S
lavender B2
/ˈlævəndɚ/ an aromatic Mediterranean plant with narrow leaves and spikes of small purple flowers M S
stalk B2
/stɔk/ a plant's main stem, or another slender structure that supports an attached part M S
unnoticed B2
/ʌnˈnoʊtɪst/ not noticed M S
tulip B2
/ˈtulɪp/ A garden plant that grows from a bulb and produces a single, brightly coloured, cup-shaped flower in spring. M S
fir B2
/fɝ/ an evergreen conifer, especially a tree of the genus Abies with needlelike leaves and upright cones M S
elm B2
/ɛlm/ a tall deciduous tree of the genus Ulmus, often grown for shade or timber M S
lateral B2
/ˈlætəɹəl/ lying away from the median and sagittal plane of a body M S
silo B2
/ˈsaɪ.loʊ/ a tall structure used to store grain or fermented animal feed M S
overgrown B2
/ˌoʊvɝˈgroʊn/ covered with too many plants or plants that have grown too large M S
overflow B2
/ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/ The spillage resultant from overflowing. M S
marigold B2
/ˈmæɹ.ɪˌɡoʊld/ a plant with conspicuous yellow, orange, or reddish flowers, especially a Tagetes or Calendula M S

Weather & Climate (11)

hail B2
/heɪl/ When small balls of ice fall from the sky. M S
lava B2
/ˈlɑːvə/ Hot, melted rock that flows out of a volcano and hardens as it cools. M S
icy B2
/ˈaɪsi/ Covered with ice or very slippery because of ice. M S
drought B2
/ˈdɹɐʊ̯t/ A long period with little or no rain, causing a shortage of water. M S
snowflake B2
/ˈsnoʊ.fleɪk/ a small crystal or flake of snow, often with six-sided symmetry M S
slush B2
/slʌʃ/ partly melted snow or ice, especially when lying wet and dirty on the ground M S
rainstorm B2
/ˈɹeɪnstɔɹm/ A storm with heavy rain. M S
downpour B2
/ˈdaʊn.pɔːr/ a sudden or heavy fall of rain M S
temperate B2
/ˈtɛmpəɹət/ (of weather or climate) Mild, without extreme heat or cold. M S
icicle B2
/ˈaɪsɪkəl/ a hanging, tapering piece of ice formed when dripping water freezes M S
climate change B2
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Environment & Ecology (11)

carbon B2
/ˈkɑɹ.bən/ A chemical element (symbol C) found in all living things, and in forms such as graphite and diamond. M S
footprint B2
/ˈfʊtˌprɪnt/ a mark or impression left by a foot or shoe M S
sewage B2
/ˈsuɪdʒ/ wastewater and solid waste carried away from homes and other buildings through sewers M S
emission B2
/ˈɛmɪʃən/ A gas or substance released into the air, especially a polluting one. M S
environmentally B2
/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli/ In a way that affects or relates to the natural environment. M S
naturalized B2
/ˈnætʃɝəˌlaɪzd/ introduced from another region and persisting without cultivation M S
ecologist B2
/iːˈkɒləd͡ʒɪst/ A scientist who studies the relationships between living things and their environment. M S
antipollution B2
/æn.taɪ.pəˈluː.ʃən/ Intended to reduce or prevent pollution. M S
carbon dioxide B2
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carbon footprint B2
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carbon monoxide B2
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Places & Geography (26)

arms B2
/ɑɹmz/ Weapons, especially guns, considered as a group. M S
federal B2
/ˈfɛdəɹəl/ Relating to the central national government, as opposed to state or local government. M S
territory B2
/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/ An area of land controlled by a country or government. M S
alley B2
/ˈæli/ a narrow road or passage, especially between or behind buildings M S
sector B2
/ˈsɛk.təɹ/ a part of a country's economy or business activity M S
colony B2
/ˈkɔl.ə.ni/ A country or area controlled by another, more powerful country. M S
backyard B2
/ˈbæˌkjɑːrd/ The area of ground at the back of a house. M S
urban B2
/ˈɜɹbən/ Relating to or located in a city or town. M S
province B2
/ˈpɹɑv.ɪns/ A large area that a country is divided into for government, like a state. M S
evacuation B2
/ɪˌvækjuˈeɪʃən/ The act of moving people away from a dangerous place to safety. M S
venue B2
/ˈvɛnjuː/ The place where an event such as a concert, meeting, or game is held. M S
rural B2
/ˈɹʊɹ.əl/ Relating to the countryside rather than the city. M S
metropolitan B2
/ˌmet.rəˈpɑː.lə.tən/ relating to a large city or to the densely populated area surrounding it M S
checkpoint B2
/ˈt͡ʃɛkˌpɔɪnt/ A place, often on a road or border, where people are stopped and checked. M S
outskirts B2
/ˈaʊtskɝts/ The outer parts of a city or town, away from the centre. M S
hemisphere B2
/ˈhɛmɪsfɪɹ/ half of the terrestrial globe M S
migration B2
/maɪˈgreɪʃən/ The movement of people from one country or area to another to live. M S
nationwide B2
/ˌneɪ.ʃənˈwaɪd/ Existing or happening throughout an entire country. M S
geographic B2
/d͡ʒiəˈɡɹæfɪk/ Relating to geography or the physical features of an area. M S
Olympia B2
/əˈlɪmpi.ə/ An ancient site in Greece where the original Olympic Games were held. M S
piazza B2
/piˈɑːtsə/ a public square, especially an open pedestrian square in an Italian town or city M S
suburb B2
/ˈsʌbɝb/ A mostly residential area on the edge of a city or large town. M S
steppe B2
/stɛp/ a vast, largely treeless grassland, especially the dry temperate plains of southeastern Europe and central Asia M S
subcontinent B2
/səbˈkɑːntɪnənt/ A large area of land that is part of a continent but treated as separate, especially southern Asia. M S

Law & Government (84)

jury B2
/ˈd͡ʒʊɹi/ A group of people chosen to listen to a court case and decide whether someone is guilty. M S
sue B2
/sjuː/ To take legal action against someone in a court of law. M S
testify B2
/ˈtɛstɪfaɪ/ To give evidence in a court of law, usually under oath. M S
obey B2
/oʊˈbeɪ/ To do what a person, rule, or law tells you to do. M S
testimony B2
/ˈtɛstɪmoʊni/ A formal statement made by a witness in a court of law. M S
paperwork B2
/ˈpeɪ.pɚˌwɝk/ The routine writing and handling of documents, forms, and reports. M S
oath B2
/ˈoʊθ/ A serious, formal promise to do something or to tell the truth. M S
cabinet B2
/ˈkæb.ɪ.nɪt/ A piece of furniture with shelves or drawers for storing or showing things. M S
lobby B2
/ˈlɑ.bi/ A large entrance area or waiting room inside a building. M S
parliament B2
/ˈpɑɹ.lə.mənt/ The group of elected people who make a country's laws. M S
plead B2
/pliːd/ To ask for something in a very emotional and urgent way. M S
voting B2
/ˈvoʊtɪŋ/ The act or process of casting a vote in an election or decision. M S
submit B2
/səbˈmɪt/ To give or send something to someone in authority for them to consider. M S
federation B2
/ˌfed.əˈreɪ.ʃən/ a political union whose constituent states or regions retain some internal self-government M S
exhibit B2
/ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/ To show something publicly, especially in a museum or gallery. M S
exposure B2
/ɪkˈspoʊ.ʒɚ/ The state of being affected by something, such as a substance or influence. M S
lawsuit B2
/ˈlɔˌs(j)ut/ A legal case that one person or group brings against another in a court of law. M S
recognition B2
/ˌɹɛkəɡˈnɪʃ(ə)n/ The act of knowing someone or something because you have seen them before. M S
obligation B2
/ˌɑ.blɪˈɡeɪ.ʃn̩/ Something you must do because of a law, promise, or moral duty. M S
irresponsible B2
/ˌɪɹ.əˈspɑn.sə.bəl/ Not thinking about or caring about the results of your actions M S
freeman B2
/ˈfɹiː.mən/ a person who is not a serf or a slave M S
chancellor B2
/ˈt͡ʃænsələ/ A senior government official, often in charge of finance or law. M S
dismiss B2
/dɪsˈmɪs/ To decide that something or someone is not worth considering or taking seriously. M S
contempt B2
/kənˈtɛmpt/ A strong feeling that someone or something is worthless and deserves no respect. M S