English Vocabulary

• A1 844 words
• A2 1567 words
• B1 2503 words
• B2 3299 words
• C1 2762 words
• C2 7306 words
• C2+ 8956 words

Grammar & Function Words (394)

you A1
/jə/ The person or people being spoken to, as the subject of a sentence.
I A1
/ə/ The word a speaker or writer uses to refer to themselves as the subject of a sentence.
the A1
/ðə/ Used before a noun to refer to a specific person or thing already known or mentioned.
to A1
/tuː/ In the direction of; so as to reach a place.
a A1
/æɪ/ used before a noun to refer to one person or thing that is not specific or not already known
it A1
/ɘt/ Used to refer to a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
and A1
/ænd/ Used to join two words, phrases, or sentences that are taken together.
that A1
/ðət/ Used to introduce a clause stating what someone says, thinks, or believes.
of A1
/ʌv/ Belonging to or connected with someone or something.
is A1
/ɘz/ Third-person singular present tense of be
in A1
/ən/ Inside a place, container, or area.
what A1
/wʌt/ Used to ask for information about a thing or situation.
we A1
/wi/ Used by a speaker to refer to themselves and one or more other people.
me A1
/mi/ The form of 'I' used as the object of a verb or preposition.
this A1
/ðɪs/ Referring to a person or thing that is here or nearby.
he A1
/ˈhiː/ Used to refer to a male person or animal already mentioned or known.
for A1
/fɔɹ/ Intended to belong to or be given to someone.
my A1
/maɪ/ Belonging to or connected with me.
on A1
/ɔn/ Working, active, or switched to operate.
have A1
/hæv/ To own or possess something.
your A1
/jɔː(ɹ)/ Belonging to or connected with you.
do A1
/də/ To carry out or perform an action or task.
was A1
/wəz/ Past tense of "be" used with I, he, she, or it.
no A1
/no/ Used to give a negative answer or to refuse or disagree.

Numbers & Quantity (527)

two A1
/tu/ The number 2, equal to one plus one.
even A2
/ˈi.vən/ Used to stress something surprising or unexpected.
first A1
/fɔːst/ Coming before all others in time, order, or position.
lot A1
/lɑt/ A large amount or number of something.
three A1
/θriː/ The number 3.
whole A2
/hoʊl/ Complete; with no part missing.
matter A2
/ˈmæt.ɚ/ A situation, subject, or affair that is being dealt with or considered.
second A1
/ˈsɛk.ənd/ coming right after the first in order, time, or position
five A1
/faɪv/ The number 5; one more than four.
different A1
/ˈdɪfɝənt/ Not the same as another or as before.
sleep A1
/ˈsliːp/ To rest with your eyes closed and your mind and body inactive.
four A1
/foɹ/ The number 4; one more than three.
number A1
/ˈnʌmbər/ A word or symbol like 5, 100, or 3.14 that tells you how many or which one.
cut A1
/kʌt/ A reduction in the amount, number, or size of something.
couple A2
/ˈkʌp.əl/ A small number; two or a few.
half A1
/ˈhaːf/ One of two equal parts of something.
six A1
/sɪks/ the number 6, coming after five and before seven
ten A1
/tɪn/ The number 10, which comes after nine and before eleven.
million A2
/ˈmɪl.jən/ The number 1,000,000.
figure A2
/ˈfɪɡjɚ/ A number, especially one written as a digit.
seven A1
/ˈsɛvən/ The number 7, coming after six and before eight.
round A2
/ɹʊnd/ One stage or part of a competition, game, or series of events.
box A1
/bɑks/ A container with stiff, flat sides, usually used for holding or carrying things.
group A1
/ɡɹup/ A number of people or things considered together.

Space, Position & Direction (1,536)

there A1
/ðə(ɹ)/ In or at that place, away from the speaker.
here A1
/ˈhɪɚ̯/ In or at this place, where the speaker is.
right A1
/raɪt/ Correct in opinion or fact; not mistaken.
out A1
/ˈɒʔ/ Away from the inside of a place or container.
up A1
/[ʊp]/ Toward or in a higher position.
back A1
/[bax]/ To or toward the place, position, or time something came from.
way A1
/weɪ/ A method or manner of doing something.
down A1
/ˈdʌʊ̯n/ From a higher to a lower place or position.
off A1
/ɔf/ Away from a place, person, or thing.
again A1
/əˈɡɛ̟n/ One more time; once more.
away A1
/əˈweɪ/ To or at a distance from a place, person, or thing.
name A1
/neɪm/ The word or words used to identify a person, place, or thing.
place A1
/ˈpleːs/ A particular point, area, or location.
hello A1
/hɛˈloʊ/ A word you say to greet someone.
left A1
/ˈlɛf/ On the side of the body where the heart is; the opposite of right.
hell B2
/hɛl/ In some religions, a place of punishment where evil people are believed to go after death.
together A1
/tʊˈɡɛðɚ/ With each other; in one another's company.
end A1
/ɛnd/ The final part of an event, period, or activity
ago A1
/əˈɡoʊ/ Used to say how far back in the past something happened.
lost A2
/lɔsʈ/ Unable to find your way.
sit A1
/sɪt/ to rest with your weight on your bottom, with your upper body upright
far A2
/fɑɹ/ At, to, or from a great distance.
shut A2
/ʃʌt/ To close something, or to become closed.
point A1
/ˈpɔɪnt/ An idea or fact that someone wants to express in an argument or discussion.

Time (738)

now A1
/naʊ/ At the present moment.
time A1
/tɑɪm/ What is measured in hours, minutes, days, and years; the continued passing of existence.
never A1
/ˈnɛv.ɚ/ At no time; not at any moment.
doing A1
/ˈduːɪŋ/ Present participle of "do".
life A1
/laɪf/ The state of being alive.
day A1
/deɪ/ A period of 24 hours.
wait A1
/weɪt/ To stay where you are or delay doing something until something happens or someone arrives.
night A1
/niːt/ The time between sunset and sunrise, when it is dark.
last A2
/læst/ Coming after all others; final.
always A1
/ˈaː.wɪz/ On every occasion; every time.
ever A2
/ˈɛvɚ/ At any time.
stay A1
/steɪ/ To remain in one place and not leave.
today A1
/təˈdeɪ/ On this day, not yesterday or tomorrow.
morning A1
/ˈmɔɹnɪŋ/ The early part of the day, from when the sun rises until noon.
already A2
/ɑlˈɹɛdi/ Before now or before a particular time.
used A2
/juzd/ Past form of 'use'; describing something done with a tool or method.
tomorrow A1
/ðəˈmɒɹæ/ On the day after today.
meet A1
/mit/ To come together with someone, by chance or by arrangement.
alone A2
/əˈloʊn/ Without any other people.
soon A1
/sun/ In a short time from now.
later A1
/ˈleɪ.tɚ/ At some time in the future; after now.
year A1
/jɪɹ/ A period of 365 days, or twelve months.
late A1
/leɪt/ Arriving or happening after the expected time.
minute A1
/ˈmɪnɪt/ A unit of time equal to sixty seconds.

People & Society (1,623)

man A1
/mæn/ An adult male human being.
people A1
/ˈpi.pəl/ Human beings in general, considered as a group.
guy A2
/ɡæ/ A man or boy (informal).
girl A1
/ˈɡɜɹl/ A female child.
world A1
/wɜɹld/ The planet Earth and everything on it.
woman A1
/ˈwoʊmən/ An adult female human.
friend A1
/frɪnd/ A person you know well and like, and who is not a family member.
boy A1
/bɔːə/ A male child.
open A1
/ˈɒ.pɪn/ Not shut; allowing things or people to pass through.
person A1
/ˈpɜɹ.sən/ A human being.
kid A2
/kɪd/ A child or young person (informal).
child A1
/[tʃəɪ̯(ə)ɫd]/ A young human being who is not yet an adult.
lady A2
/ˈleɪ.di/ A polite word for a woman.
trust A2
/tɹʌst/ To believe that someone is honest and will not harm you.
stupid A2
/ˈst(j)yː.pɪd/ Showing a lack of intelligence or good sense.
sort B1
/soɹt/ A type or kind of thing or person.
boss A2
/bɔs/ The person who is in charge of you at work.
human A2
/ˈhjuː.mən/ Relating to people, rather than to animals, machines, or gods.
sex B1
/sɛks/ Whether a person or animal is male or female, based on their body and reproductive role.
master B2
/ˈmas.tə/ To learn or become very skilled at something.
secret A2
/ˈsiː.kɹɪt/ known to only a few people and kept hidden from others
darling B2
/ˈdɑɹlɪŋ/ A person you love very much, often used as a loving way to address someone.
chief B1
/t͡ʃiːf/ The leader or head of a group, organization, or tribe.
general B1
/ˈd͡ʒen.(ə.)ɹəl/ Relating to the main parts of something rather than the details.

Family & Relationships (240)

father A1
/ˈfæ.ðə(ɹ)/ A male parent.
dad A1
/dæd/ A father; a male parent (informal).
mother A1
/ˈmʌðɚ/ A female parent; a woman who has or raises a child.
son A1
/sʌn/ A person's male child.
mom A1
/mɑm/ Mother (informal).
family A1
/ˈfæ.m(ə )li/ A group of people who are related, especially parents and their children.
brother A1
/ˈbɹʌðɚ/ A boy or man who has the same parents as you
wife A1
/wæf/ The woman a man is married to.
daughter A1
/ˈdɔ.tɚ/ A person's female child.
husband A1
/ˈhʌzbənd/ The man that a woman is married to.
married A2
/ˈmæɹ.id/ Having a husband or a wife.
sister A1
/ˈsɪs.tɚ/ a girl or woman who has the same parents as you
uncle A1
/ˈʌŋ.kl̩/ The brother of your mother or father, or your aunt's husband.
daddy A1
/ˈdæd.i/ A father; used especially by or to young children (informal).
marry A2
/ˈmæɹi/ To become someone's husband or wife.
marriage B1
/ˈmæɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ The legal or formal union of two people as partners for life.
mum A1
/mʌm/ A child's word for mother.
mama B2
/ˈmɑmə/ An informal, affectionate word for mother.
relationship B1
/ɹəˈleɪʃ(ə)nˌʃɪp/ The way in which two or more people, groups, or things are connected or behave toward each other.
boyfriend A1
/ˈbɔɪˌfɹɛnd/ A male partner in a romantic relationship.
queen A2
/kwiːn/ A woman who rules a country, usually because she was born into a royal family.
Mrs. A1
/ˈmɪsɪz/ A title used before the name of a married woman.
partner A1
/ˈpɑɹt.nɚ/ A person you do an activity or share a business with.
aunt A1
/ɑːnt/ The sister of your mother or father, or your uncle's wife.

Emotions & Feelings (855)

like A1
/laɪ̯k/ To enjoy something or find it pleasant.
yeah A2
/jɛ(ə)/ An informal way of saying yes.
love A1
/lʌv/ To care very deeply about someone.
sorry A1
/ˈsɑɹ.i/ Said to apologize or to politely get someone's attention.
thank A1
/ˈfæ̞ŋk/ To tell someone you are grateful for something they have done.
sure A1
/ʃɔː(ɹ)/ Feeling certain about something; having no doubt.
thanks A1
/θæŋks/ Used to tell someone you are grateful.
happy A1
/ˈhæpi/ Feeling or showing pleasure and joy.
hope A1
/hoʊp/ To want something to happen and believe it might.
worry A2
/ˈwɝ.i/ To feel anxious or uneasy about something that might happen.
damn B2
/ˈdæm/ Used to express anger, surprise, or annoyance (informal).
afraid A1
/əˈfɹeɪd/ Feeling fear; frightened of someone or something.
wish A2
/wɪʃ/ To want something to be true, especially something unlikely.
hate A2
/heʔ/ To dislike someone or something very strongly.
lord B2
/lɔɹd/ A man of high rank in the nobility, or his title.
funny A1
/ˈfʊn.ɪ/ Making you laugh; amusing.
black A1
/blæk/ Of the darkest colour, like the night sky with no light.
feeling A1
/ˈfi.lɪŋ/ An emotion such as happiness, sadness, or fear.
scared A2
/skɛ(ə)ɹd/ Feeling fear; frightened.
red A1
/ɹɛd/ Having the colour of blood, strawberries, or a setting sun.
wonderful A1
/ˈwʌn.dɚ.fl̩/ Extremely good; making you feel very happy or pleased.
mad A2
/ˈmæd/ Angry or annoyed.
worried A2
/ˈwʌɹ.id/ Feeling unhappy and afraid because you keep thinking about a problem or something bad that might happen.
tired A1
/[ˈtajəd]/ Feeling that you need rest or sleep.

Describing People (664)

only A1
/ˈɑːn.li/ Being the single one of its kind; with no others.
mean A1
/miːn/ To have a particular meaning; to express or stand for.
sir A2
/sɝ/ a polite way of addressing a man, especially one you do not know or who is older or more important
nice A1
/ˈnaːs/ Pleasant, enjoyable, or attractive.
kind A1
/kaɪnd/ A group of people or things that share the same qualities; a type or category.
hi A1
/haɪ/ A friendly, informal greeting said when you meet someone.
stuff A2
/stɐf/ Things in general, when you do not say exactly what they are.
able A2
/[ˈeɪ̯.bw]/ having the power, skill, or chance to do something
welcome A1
/ˈwɛlkəm/ Said to greet someone in a friendly way when they arrive.
perhaps A2
/pɚˈhæps/ Used to say that something is possible but not certain; maybe.
dude B1
/duːd/ A man, especially a young one (informal).
certainly A2
/ˈsɝ.tn̩.li/ Without any doubt; definitely.
frank A2
/ˈfɹæŋk/ Honest and direct, even when the truth may be uncomfortable.
lovely A2
/ˈlʌv.li/ Very beautiful or attractive.
smart B1
/smɑɹt/ Intelligent and clever.
honest B1
/ˈɑ.nɪst/ Always telling the truth and not cheating or lying.
dare B1
/dɛ(ə)ɹ/ To be brave enough to do something risky or frightening.
madam B2
/ˈmæd.əm/ A polite way of addressing a woman, especially a customer.
patient A2
/ˈpeɪʃənt/ Able to stay calm and wait without getting annoyed.
character A2
/ˈkæɹ(ə)ktɚ/ A person in a story, film, or play.
honestly B1
/ˈɑ.nɪst.li/ In a truthful and sincere way.
brilliant A2
/ˈbɹɪljənt/ Very good; excellent or wonderful.
brave A2
/bɹæɪv/ Showing courage when facing danger, difficulty, or pain.
goodness B1
/ˈɡʊdnəs/ The quality of being kind, moral, and good.

Describing Qualities (4,363)

well A1
/ˈwɛʊ̯/ In a good, skilful, or satisfactory way.
good A1
/ɡʊd/ Of a high standard or quality; pleasing.
really A1
/ˈɹɪ.li/ Very or very much; used to add strength to what you say.
too A1
/tu/ More than is needed, wanted, or acceptable.
very A1
/ˈvɛri/ To a great degree; extremely.
little A1
/ˈlɪ.tl̩/ Small in size or amount.
thing A1
/θɪŋ/ An object that is not named exactly.
great A1
/ˈɡɹæɪt/ Very good, excellent, or wonderful.
new A1
/nju/ Made, created, or bought recently.
long A1
/lʊŋɡ/ Measuring a large distance from one end to the other.
old A1
/old/ Having lived for many years; not young.
big A1
/bɪɡ/ Large in size, amount, or degree.
fine A1
/ˈfaːn/ Good enough; satisfactory or in good health.
bad A1
/bæd/ Of poor quality, or not good in some way.
trying C1
/ˈtɹaɪ.ɪŋ/ Difficult or annoying to deal with; hard to endure.
real A1
/ɹil/ Actually existing or happening, not imagined or invented.
baby A1
/ˈbeɪbi/ A very young child who cannot yet walk or talk.
actually A2
/ˈæk.t͡ʃ(u.)(ə.)li/ used to say what is really true, especially when it is surprising
pretty A1
/ˈpɹɪt.i/ To a fairly large degree; quite.
bit A2
/bɪt/ A small amount or piece of something.
tonight A1
/təˈnaɪt/ During the evening or night of today.
hard A1
/hɑɹd/ With a lot of effort or force.
problem A1
/ˈpɹɑbləm/ A difficult situation that needs to be dealt with or solved.
excuse B2
/ɪksˈkjuz/ A reason you give to explain or defend a mistake or failure.

Communication (746)

oh A1
/[ö̞]/ Used to express surprise.
okay A1
/ˌoʊˈkeɪ/ used to express agreement, acceptance, or readiness to move on
tell A1
/[tʰɔː]/ To give someone information by speaking or writing.
say A1
/seɪ/ To speak words; to tell something in speech or writing.
uh A2
/ʌː/ used to mark hesitation, uncertainty, or a pause while speaking
maybe A1
/ˈmeɪ.bi/ Perhaps; possibly.
call A1
/kɔl/ To telephone someone.
talk A1
/tɔk/ To say things; to speak to someone.
listen A1
/ˈlɪs.ən/ To pay attention to a sound with your ears.
ask A1
/ask/ To say something to someone in order to get an answer or information.
um A2
/ʌm/ a sound used while hesitating, thinking, or searching for words
word A1
/wɜɹd/ A single unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written.
read A1
/ɹid/ To look at written or printed words and understand their meaning.
speak A1
/spik/ To say words using your voice.
question A1
/ˈkwɛʃ.tən/ A sentence asking for information or an answer.
wow A2
/waʊ/ Used to express excitement, surprise, or admiration.
whoa A2
/woʊ/ used as a command for a horse or other animal to stop or slow down
answer A1
/ˈæn.sɚ/ Something you say or write in reply to a question, letter, or request.
hmm C2+
/hm̩/ a sound used to show that someone is thinking, hesitating, doubtful, or mildly interested
write A1
/ɹaɪt/ To make letters, words, or symbols on a surface, usually with a pen or pencil.
voice A2
/vɔjs/ The sound a person makes when speaking or singing.
sign A2
/ˈsaɪn/ A board or notice that gives information, directions, or a warning.
ooh C2
/ˈuː/ used to express surprise, admiration, pleasure, or discomfort
explain A2
/ɪkˈspleɪn/ To make something clear or easy to understand by describing it.

Mind & Cognition (697)

know A1
/no/ To have information or facts in your mind.
think A1
/θɪŋk/ To have an opinion or belief about something.
hey A2
/heɪ/ An informal way of saying hello.
find A1
/ˈfa̝ːn(d)/ To discover or get something after searching or by chance.
thought A2
/θɔt/ An idea or opinion that comes into your mind.
believe A1
/bɪˈliv/ To accept that something is true.
understand A2
/ˌʌndɚˈstænd/ To know the meaning of something; to comprehend.
remember A1
/ɹɪˈmɛmbɚ/ To keep something in your mind and be able to bring it back; to not forget.
mind A2
/ˈmaɪnd/ The part of a person that thinks, feels, and remembers.
idea A1
/[ɑjˈdɪː(‿ɹ)]/ A thought or suggestion about what to do.
guess A1
/ɡɛs/ To give an answer or opinion without being sure if it is correct.
thinking A2
/ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/ The activity of using your mind to consider or reason about something.
forget A1
/fɚˈɡɛt/ To not be able to remember something.
reason A1
/ˈɹi.zən/ The cause or explanation for why something happens or is done.
follow A2
/ˈfɒlə/ To go or come after someone or something.
dream A2
/dɹiːm/ A series of images and feelings that happen in your mind while you sleep.
careful A2
/ˈkɛɹfəl/ Giving attention to what you do so you avoid danger, mistakes, or harm.
wonder A2
/ˈwʌndɚ/ To want to know something; to ask yourself about it.
mistake A2
/mɪˈsteɪk/ Something done wrong because of bad judgment, carelessness, or lack of knowledge.
suppose A2
/səˈpoʊz/ To think that something is probably true, though you are not certain.
imagine A1
/ɪˈmɛd͡ʒ.ɪn/ To form a picture or idea of something in your mind.
definitely A2
/ˈdɛfənətli/ Without any doubt; certainly.
expect A2
/ɪkˈspɛkt/ To think or believe that something will probably happen.
attention A2
/əˈtɛn.ʃn̩/ The act of carefully watching, listening, or thinking about something.

Senses & Perception (431)

see A1
/ˈsi/ to notice or be aware of something using your eyes
look A1
/lʊk/ To turn your eyes toward something in order to see it.
still A1
/stɪl/ Without moving or making a sound.
feel A1
/fiːl/ To experience a physical, emotional, or mental state.
hear A1
/ˈhɪɚ/ To notice a sound with your ears.
miss A1
/mɪs/ To feel sad because someone or something is no longer with you.
watch A1
/wɑtʃ/ To look at something or someone for a period of time, paying attention.
clear A2
/klɪɹ/ Easy to understand, see, or hear.
lose A2
/luːz/ To stop having something, often by accident.
touch A2
/tʌt͡ʃ/ The sense by which you feel things through your skin.
sound A2
/ˈsæʊ̯nd/ Something that you hear; what is produced by vibrations and heard by the ear.
sense A2
/sɛns/ One of the natural powers (sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch) by which we perceive the world.
sweet A2
/swit/ Having the taste of sugar.
quiet A1
/ˈkwaɪ̯.ɪt/ Making little or no noise.
calm B1
/kɑm/ Relaxed and not worried, angry, or upset.
finish A1
/ˈfɪnɪʃ/ To complete something or bring it to an end.
dark A1
/dɑɹk/ The absence of light.
mark A2
/mɑɹk/ A spot, line, or stain on a surface that you can see.
smell A2
/ˈsmɛl/ To notice or sense an odour through your nose.
notice A2
/ˈnoʊ.tɪs/ Attention paid to someone or something.
bell B1
/bɛl/ A hollow metal object, often cup-shaped, that rings when it is struck.
taste B1
/teɪst/ To notice or recognize the flavour of food or drink in your mouth.
video A1
/ˈvɪd.i.oʊ/ A recording of moving pictures and sound that you can watch on a screen.
applause B1
/əˈplɔz/ The sound and act of clapping the hands to show approval.

Education & Learning (214)

course A1
/kɔɹs/ A series of lessons or classes on a particular subject.
school A1
/skul/ A place where children go to be taught.
learn A1
/lɝn/ To gain knowledge or a skill, especially by studying or practising.
college A1
/ˈkɒlɪd͡ʒ/ A place where students study after secondary school, often to earn a degree.
teacher A1
/ˈti.t͡ʃɚ/ A person whose job is to teach, especially in a school.
teach A1
/tiːt͡ʃ/ To help someone learn something by giving them lessons or information.
professor B1
/pɹəˈfɛs.ɚ/ A teacher at a college or university.
final A2
/ˈfaɪn(ə)l/ Coming last; happening at the end.
study A1
/ˈstʌd.i/ To spend time learning about a subject, often at school or college.
student A1
/ˈstjuː.dn̩t/ A person who is studying at a school, college, or university.
training A2
/ˈtɹeɪnɪŋ/ The process of teaching or learning the skills needed to do a job or activity.
command B1
/kəˈmænd/ An order telling someone to do something.
lesson A1
/ˈlɛs.ən/ A period of time in which a teacher teaches a subject or skill to students.
subject A1
/ˈsʌb.d͡ʒɛkt/ The thing being talked or written about.
university A2
/ˌjunəˈvərsədi/ A place of higher education where students study for degrees and do research.
knowledge A2
/ˈnɒlɪd͡ʒ/ Information, facts, and understanding that you gain through learning or experience.
senior A2
/ˈsinjɚ/ Higher in rank, position, or importance than others.
learning A2
/ˈlɝnɪŋ/ The process of gaining knowledge or skills.
education A2
/ˌɛd͡ʒ.ʊˈkeɪ.ʃn̩/ The process of teaching or learning, especially at a school or university.
library A1
/ˈlaɪˌbɹɛɹ.i/ A place where books and other materials are kept for people to read or borrow.
homework A1
/ˈhoʊmˌwɝk/ Work that a teacher gives students to do at home.
degree A2
/dɪˈɡɹiː/ A unit for measuring temperature.
exam A2
/ɪɡˈzæm/ A formal test of knowledge or skill, especially in school.
investigate B1
/ɪnˈvɛs.tə.ɡeɪt/ To carefully examine something in order to find out the facts or the truth.

Work & Careers (335)

work A1
/wɜː(ɹ)k/ Activity that you do to make or achieve something, especially as a job.
job A1
/dʒɑb/ The regular paid work that a person does to earn a living.
working B1
/ˈwɝkɪŋ/ Present participle of work; doing a job or task.
office A1
/ˈɔ.fɪs/ A room or building where people work, usually at desks.
running A2
/ˈɹʊnɪŋ/ The activity or sport of moving quickly on foot.
meeting A1
/ˈmitɪŋ/ An organized gathering of people for a particular purpose.
system A2
/ˈsɪstəm/ A set of connected parts that work together as a whole.
mission B1
/ˈmɪʃ.ən/ An important job or task that a person or group is given.
stage A2
/steɪd͡ʒ/ A raised platform where actors, singers, or speakers perform in front of an audience.
manager A2
/ˈmæn.ə.dʒəɹ/ A person whose job is to be in charge of a business, shop, or part of an organization.
career B1
/kəˈɹɪɹ/ The job or profession you do over a long part of your working life.
crew B2
/kɹu/ The people who work together to operate a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
project A1
/ˈpɹɐʊ.d͡ʒekt/ A planned piece of work with a particular aim, done over a period of time.
gang B2
/ˈɡæŋ/ An organized group of criminals.
interview A1
/ˈɪn.(t)ɚ.vju/ a formal meeting where someone is asked questions to see if they are right for a job.
staff A2
/stɑːf/ The group of people who work for a company, school, or organization.
assistant A2
/əˈsɪstənt/ A person whose job is to help someone, especially in their work.
carter B1
/ˈkɑrtɚ/ a person whose work is driving a cart or transporting loads by cart
hire B1
/haɪɹ/ To give someone a job and pay them to work for you.
task A2
/task/ A piece of work that you have to do.
mason B2
/ˈmeɪsən/ a craftsman who works with stone or brick
miller B2
/ˈmɪlər/ a person who owns or operates a mill, especially one that grinds grain into flour
interrupt B1
/ˌɪntəˈɹʌpt/ to stop someone from speaking or doing something by suddenly breaking in.
cooper B2
/ˈkupɚ/ a craftsperson who makes or repairs wooden barrels, casks, buckets, and similar vessels

Business & Commerce (174)

business A1
/ˈbɪz.nɪs/ The activity of buying and selling goods and services to make money.
company A2
/ˈkɒmp(ə)ni/ A business that makes or sells goods, or provides services.
agent A2
/ˈeɪ.d͡ʒənt/ A person who arranges business or deals on behalf of someone else.
client B1
/ˈklaɪ.ənt/ A person or company that pays for the services of a professional such as a lawyer or accountant.
opportunity A2
/ˌɑ.pɚˈt(j)u.nə.ti/ A chance to do something, especially something useful or good.
market A2
/ˈmɑɹkɪt/ A place where people buy and sell goods, often outdoors with stalls.
contract B2
/ˈkɑntɹækt/ A formal written agreement between people or companies that the law can enforce.
trade A2
/ˈtreɪd/ The activity of buying and selling goods and services.
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.
fishing A2
/ˈfɪʃɪŋ/ The activity or sport of catching fish.
chain A2
/ˈt͡ʃeɪn/ A row of connected metal rings, used for pulling, holding, or as jewellery.
demand B1
/dɪˈmænd/ A strong and firm request for something.
customer A2
/ˈkʌs.tə.mɚ/ A person or company that buys goods or services from a shop or business.
offering C1
/ˈɔfəɹɪŋ/ Something that is offered or made available, such as a product or service.
industry B1
/ɪnˈɖəs.ʈri/ The making of goods in factories on a large scale.
brand A2
/bɹænd/ A name or logo that identifies a company's products or services.
product A2
/ˈpɹɑ.dəkt/ Something that is made or grown to be sold.
dealer B1
/ˈdiːlɝ/ A person or business that buys and sells a particular product.
commercial B1
/kəˈmɝ.ʃəl/ Connected with buying and selling or with business.
strategy A2
/ˈstɹæt.ɪ.d͡ʒi/ A plan of action made to reach a particular goal.
salary A2
/ˈsaləɾe/ A fixed amount of money that an employee is paid regularly, usually each month, for their work.
profit B1
/ˈpɹɑfɪt/ The money you gain after subtracting your costs, especially in business.
management B1
/ˈmæn.ɪd͡ʒ.mənt/ The act of running or controlling a business or organization.
budget A2
/ˈbʌd͡ʒ.ət/ A plan of how much money you have and how you will spend it

Money & Finance (358)

money A1
/ˈmʌn.i/ The coins and banknotes used to buy and sell things.
pay A1
/ˈpeɪ/ To give money in exchange for goods, services, or work.
check A1
/t͡ʃɛk/ To look at something carefully to make sure it is correct or safe.
deal A2
/ˈdiːl/ An agreement, especially one to buy or sell something.
means B2
/minz/ A method or way of achieving a result.
dear A1
/dɪɹ/ Loved very much; precious to you.
buy A1
/baɪ/ To get something by paying money for it.
poor A1
/pʊɚ/ Having little money or few possessions.
worth B1
/wɝθ/ Having a particular value or price.
sell A1
/sɛl/ to give something to someone in exchange for money
paid B1
/peɪd/ Receiving money for work done.
spend A1
/spɛnd/ To pay out money to buy or do something.
bill A2
/ˈbɪl/ A piece of paper showing how much money you owe for goods or services.
bank A1
/ˈbæŋk/ A business where people keep money and borrow it.
rich A1
/rɪtʃ/ Having a lot of money or valuable possessions.
cash A2
/kæʃ/ Money in the form of notes and coins, rather than cards or checks.
owe B1
/oʊ/ To have to pay money back to someone.
price A1
/ˈpɹɐɪ̯s/ The amount of money you must pay to buy something.
cost A2
/ˈkɔst/ The amount of money needed to buy or do something.
beg A2
/ˈbeɪɡ/ To ask people for money or food, usually because you are poor.
responsible B1
/ɹɪˈspɑn.sə.bəl/ In charge of something and expected to deal with it.
due B1
/djuː/ Expected to happen, arrive, or be ready at a particular time.
account A2
/əˈkaʊnt/ An arrangement with a bank or company to keep or use money or services.
credit A2
/ˈkɹɛdɪt/ Praise or recognition for something you have done.

Shopping & Services (107)

order A1
/ˈɔɹ.dɚ/ The way things are arranged in relation to one another.
hotel A1
/ˈhoʊ.tɛl/ A building where travellers pay to stay overnight and are given meals and other services.
service B1
/ˈsɝ.vɪs/ Work done by one person or organization that helps or benefits others.
store A2
/stɔɹ/ A building or shop where you can buy things.
shop A1
/ʃɑp/ A building or place where goods or services are sold to the public.
restaurant A1
/ˈɹɛst(ə)ˌɹɑnt/ A place where you can buy and eat meals, usually served at your table.
ticket A1
/ˈtɪk.ət/ A printed piece of paper that shows you have paid to travel or to enter a place.
appointment A2
/əˈpɔɪnt.mɪnt/ An arrangement to meet someone or be somewhere at a set time.
sale A2
/seːl/ The act of selling something, or an item that is sold.
delivery B1
/dɪˈlɪv.(ə.)ɹi/ The act of taking goods, mail, or other items to a place or person.
mall A2
/mɔːl/ A large building or area with many shops and restaurants under one roof.
waiter A1
/ˈweɪtɚ/ A person, especially a man, whose job is to serve food and drink to customers at their tables in a restaurant.
counter B1
/ˈkaʊn.tɚ/ A long, flat surface in a shop, kitchen, or bank where people are served.
repair A2
/ɹɪˈpɛɹ/ To fix something that is broken or damaged.
waitress A1
/ˈweɪ.tɹɪs/ A woman whose job is to serve food and drink to customers at their tables in a restaurant.
reservation B1
/ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/ An arrangement made in advance to keep a room, table, or seat for you.
receipt A2
/ɹɪˈsit/ A piece of paper showing that you have paid for something.
stall B1
/stɔl/ A small open shop or table where goods are sold, especially in a market.
purchase B2
/ˈpɝ.t͡ʃəs/ Something that you have bought.
buyer B1
/ˈbaɪ.ɚ/ A person who buys something.
merchant B1
/ˈmɝt͡ʃənt/ A person who buys and sells goods, especially in large amounts or as a business.
cupboard A2
/ˈkʌb.ɚd/ A piece of furniture with doors and shelves, used to store food, dishes, or other things.
sew A2
/ˈsoʊ̯/ To join or repair pieces of cloth using a needle and thread.
cafeteria A2
/ˌkæfəˈtɪ(ə)ɹi.ə/ A self-service restaurant where you choose your food and carry it to a table, often in a school or workplace.

House & Home (325)

home A1
/hoʊm/ The place where you live.
house A1
/ˈhæʊ̯s/ A building where one or more people live.
room A1
/ɹum/ A space inside a building with its own walls, floor, and ceiling.
door A1
/do(ː)ɹ/ A flat barrier on a hinge that you open and close to enter or leave a room, building, or vehicle.
bed A1
/bɛd/ A piece of furniture that you sleep on.
alive A2
/əˈlaɪv/ Living; not dead.
living B1
/ˈlɪvɪŋ/ Having life; alive.
table A1
/ˈteɪbl̩/ A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs that you put things on or sit at.
floor A1
/flɔɹ/ The flat surface you walk on inside a room or building.
window A1
/ˈwɪndə/ An opening in a wall or vehicle, usually filled with glass, that lets in light and air.
wall A1
/waːl/ A solid upright structure that forms a side of a room or building, or divides one space from another.
apartment A2
/əˈpɑɹt.mənt/ A set of rooms to live in, usually on one floor of a larger building; a flat.
kitchen A1
/ˈkɪt͡ʃ(ə)n/ A room where meals are prepared and cooked.
bathroom A1
/ˈbæθˌɹum/ A room with a bath or shower, usually also a sink and toilet.
chair A1
/t͡ʃeɹ/ A piece of furniture for one person to sit on, with a back and usually four legs.
garden A1
/ˈɡɑɹd(ə)n/ An area of ground, usually next to a house, where flowers, vegetables, or other plants are grown.
roof A2
/ɹuːf/ The covering on top of a building that protects it from rain and weather.
chef A2
/ʃɛf/ A professional cook, especially the head cook in a restaurant.
gate A2
/ɡeɪt/ A door-like barrier in a fence or wall that can be opened and closed.
clock A1
/klɑk/ A device that shows the time, usually on a wall or table.
bedroom A1
/ˈbɛdˌɹum/ A room used for sleeping.
toilet A1
/ˈtɔɪ.lət/ A bowl with a seat, connected to water pipes, used for getting rid of bodily waste.
downstairs A2
/daʊnˈstɛɹz/ On or to a lower floor of a building.
garage A2
/ɡəˈɹɑʒ/ A building next to or part of a house where a car is kept.

Food & Drink (524)

eat A1
/it/ To put food in your mouth, chew it, and swallow it.
water A1
/ˈwɔ.tɚ/ The clear liquid that falls as rain and that people and animals need to live.
drink A1
/dɹɪŋk/ To take liquid into your mouth and swallow it.
honey A2
/ˈhʌni/ A sweet, thick, golden food made by bees from flower nectar.
food A1
/fuːd/ The things that people and animals eat to stay alive.
dinner A1
/ˈdɪnɚ/ The main meal of the day, usually eaten in the evening.
coffee A1
/ˈkɔː.fɪ/ A hot drink made by pouring hot water over roasted, ground coffee beans.
lunch A1
/ˈlʌntʃ/ A meal eaten in the middle of the day.
tea A1
/ti/ A hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto dried leaves.
hungry A1
/ˈhʌŋ.ɡɹi/ Wanting or needing to eat.
sake A2
/ˈseɪk/ The benefit, good, or advantage of someone or something.
wine A2
/waɪn/ An alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes.
beer A2
/ˈbiə/ An alcoholic drink made from grain, usually barley, often flavoured with hops.
chicken A1
/ˈt͡ʃɪkən/ A common farm bird kept for its eggs and meat.
breakfast A1
/ˈbɹɛk.fəst/ The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.
cook A1
/kʊk/ To prepare food by heating it.
milk A1
/mɪlk/ The white liquid produced by cows and other female mammals, drunk by people or used in food.
meat A1
/miːt/ The flesh of an animal eaten as food.
serve A2
/sɝv/ To give people food or drink, especially at a meal or in a restaurant.
feed A2
/ˈfiːd/ To give food to a person or animal.
brown A1
/ˈbɹæʊ̯n/ Having the colour of chocolate, coffee, or earth
prepare A2
/pɹɪˈpɛ(ə)ɹ/ To make something ready for a future use or event.
usual A2
/ˈju.ʒuəl/ Happening or done most of the time; normal and expected.
spread A2
/spɹɛd/ To open out or stretch something over a wider area.

Clothing & Appearance (346)

face A1
/feːs/ The front part of your head, from your forehead to your chin.
hair A1
/ˈheːɹ/ The mass of fine threads that grow on a person's head.
wear A1
/wɛ(ə)ɹ/ To have clothes, jewellery, or other items on your body.
clothes A1
/kloʊ(ð)z/ Things you wear, such as shirts, trousers, and dresses.
dress A1
/dɹɪs/ To put clothes on yourself or someone else.
suit A2
/suːt/ A set of matching clothes, usually a jacket with trousers or a skirt.
pants A2
/ˈpænts/ A piece of clothing that covers the body from the waist down, with a separate part for each leg; trousers.
hat A1
/hæt/ A covering for the head, often with a brim.
dressed A2
/ˈdɹɛst/ Past tense and past participle of dress; wearing clothes.
shirt A1
/ʃɜɹt/ A piece of clothing worn on the upper body, usually with a collar, sleeves, and buttons.
style A2
/ˈstaɪl/ A particular way of doing, making, or expressing something.
naked B1
/ˈneɪkɪd/ Not wearing any clothes; bare.
coat A1
/ˈkoʊ̯t/ A piece of clothing with long sleeves worn over other clothes to keep warm.
jacket A1
/ˈd͡ʒæk.ɪt/ A short coat, usually reaching to the waist or hips
uniform A2
/ˈjunɪˌfɔɹm/ A set of special clothes worn by members of a group, such as students, police, or soldiers.
fashion A2
/ˈfæʃən/ The popular styles of clothing at a particular time, and the industry that creates them.
sand B1
/ˈsænd/ Tiny loose grains of worn rock that form beaches and deserts.
crown A2
/kɹæʊ̯n/ A round decoration worn on the head by a king or queen, often made of gold and jewels.
shoe A1
/ˈʃu/ A covering for the foot, usually made of leather or another firm material, with a sole and heel.
classic A2
/ˈklæs.ɪk/ Admired for a long time and recognized as one of the best of its kind.
outfit B2
/ˈaʊtfɪt/ A set of clothes worn together, often for a special occasion.
costume B1
/ˈkɑsˌt(j)um/ A set of clothes worn to look like someone or something else, often for fun.
underwear B1
/ˈʌndɚˌwɛɹ/ Clothes worn next to the skin, under your outer clothes.
kit A2
/kɪt/ A set of items needed for a particular purpose, often kept together.

Travel (73)

stop A1
/stɑp/ A place where a bus or train regularly halts to let passengers on and off.
trip A1
/tɹɪp/ A journey to a place, often for a short time and a particular purpose.
flight A2
/flaɪt/ A journey made by plane.
travel A1
/ˈtɹævəl/ To go from one place to another, especially over a long distance.
journey A2
/ˈd͡ʒɝni/ An act of travelling from one place to another, especially over a long distance.
tour A2
/tɔː(ɹ)/ A short journey to see a place, building, or area.
airport A1
/ˈɛɹ.pɔɹt/ A place where aircraft take off and land, with runways and terminals for passengers.
map A1
/ˈmæp/ A drawing of an area that shows where places, roads, and features are.
vacation A1
/veɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ A period of time away from work or school spent resting or travelling.
holiday A1
/ˈhɑləˌdeɪ/ A period of time spent away from work or school for rest or travel.
route A2
/ɹʉːt/ The way you take to get from one place to another.
transfer B1
/tɹænsˈfɚ/ To move something or someone from one place to another.
passport B1
/ˈpæspɔɹt/ An official document that proves who you are and your nationality, used for foreign travel.
hop B1
/hɑp/ To jump a short distance, often on one foot.
abroad A2
/əˈbɹɔd/ in or to a foreign country
suitcase A2
/ˈs(j)uːtkeɪs/ A large case with a handle, used for carrying clothes and other things when you travel.
luggage B1
/ləˈɡed͡ʒ/ The bags and cases you carry your belongings in when travelling.
arrival B1
/əˈɹaɪ.vl̩/ The act of reaching a place.
cruise A2
/kɹuːz/ A holiday spent travelling on a ship and stopping at different places.
destination B1
/ˌdɛstəˈneɪʃən/ The place where someone or something is going.
circuit B2
/ˈsɝ.kɪt/ A complete path that an electric current flows around.
expedition B1
/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/ A long, organized journey made by a group for a particular purpose, such as exploration.
chart A2
/t͡ʃɑɹt/ A drawing or diagram that shows information clearly, often with numbers or figures.
globe A2
/ɡloʊb/ The world; planet Earth.

Transportation (338)

car A1
/[kʰäɾ]/ A road vehicle with four wheels and an engine, used to carry a small number of people.
street A1
/stɹit/ A public road in a town or city, usually with buildings along it.
road A2
/ɾoːɖ/ A hard surface built for vehicles and people to travel along.
ship A2
/ʃɪp/ A large boat that carries people or goods across the sea.
train A1
/tɹeɪn/ A line of connected railway carriages pulled by an engine.
station A1
/ˈsteɪʃən/ A place where trains or buses stop so passengers can get on and off.
boat A1
/ˈboʊ̯t/ A small vehicle for travelling on water.
plane A1
/pleɪn/ A vehicle with wings and engines that flies through the air.
truck A2
/tɹʊk/ A large road vehicle for carrying heavy goods.
board A2
/bɔɹd/ A long, flat, thin piece of wood or other material.
bus A1
/bʌs/ A large road vehicle that carries many passengers along a fixed route.
track A2
/ˈtræk/ A path or rough road.
engine A2
/ˈɪnd͡ʒɪn/ A machine that turns fuel or power into movement, used to drive vehicles and other machines.
van A2
/væn/ A covered road vehicle, larger than a car, used for carrying goods or groups of people.
lee B2
/liː/ the sheltered side of something, away from the wind
driver A1
/ˈdɹaɪvɚ/ A person who controls and operates a vehicle.
bike A1
/baɪk/ A bicycle; a vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pedalling.
crash B1
/kɹæʃ/ A serious accident in which a vehicle hits something.
traffic A2
/ˈtræfɪk/ The cars and other vehicles moving along a road.
taxi A1
/ˈtæksi/ A car with a driver that you pay to take you somewhere.
vehicle A2
/ˈvi.ə.kəl/ A machine, such as a car, bus, or truck, used to carry people or goods from place to place.
cab A2
/kæb/ A car with a driver that you pay to take you somewhere.
wheel A2
/wil/ A round object that turns on its centre, used to move a vehicle or machine.
gear B2
/ˈɡiə/ The equipment, clothing, or tools needed for a particular activity.

Verbs of Movement (334)

go A1
/ɡu/ [ɡʊw]/ To move or travel from one place to another.
come A1
/kʌm/ To move toward the speaker or to a place.
take A1
/teɪk/ To get hold of something and move it, or carry it with you.
leave A1
/liːv/ To go away from a place or person.
move A1
/muːv/ To change position or go from one place to another.
bring A1
/ˈbɹɪŋ/ To carry or take something or someone to the place where you are or are going.
run A1
/ɹʊn/ To move quickly on foot, faster than walking.
hit A2
/hɪt/ To bring your hand or an object forcefully against something.
anyway A2
/ˈɛniweɪ/ Regardless of what was said before; in spite of that.
walk A1
/waːk/ To move along on foot, one step at a time.
bye A1
/baɪ/ Used to say goodbye.
send A2
/sɛnd/ To make an object, message, or person go from one place to another.
drive A1
/dɹaɪv/ To control and operate a vehicle such as a car.
lucky A2
/ˈlʌki/ Having good luck; helped by good fortune.
return A2
/ɹɪˈtɝn/ To come or go back to a place.
step A2
/ˈstɛp/ The act of moving the foot to walk or move somewhere.
throw A2
/θɹoʊ/ To send something through the air using your hand and arm.
pass A2
/pɑːs/ A success in a test or exam.
ride A1
/ˈraɪd/ To sit on and control a bicycle, motorcycle, horse, or similar.
fly A1
/flaɪ/ To travel through the air, as a bird or aircraft does.
carry A1
/ˈkæɹi/ To hold something and move it from one place to another.
jump A2
/d͡ʒʌmp/ To push yourself off the ground and into the air using your legs.
cross A2
/kɹɔs/ To go from one side of something to the other.
lock A2
/lɑk/ A device that keeps a door, box, or gate shut and is opened with a key or code.

Sports & Fitness (155)

game A1
/ɡeɪm/ An activity with rules that you play for fun or to win.
team A1
/tiːm/ A group of people who play a sport or game together against others.
save A2
/seɪv/ To keep someone or something safe from harm or danger.
shoot A2
/ʃut/ To fire a gun or other weapon, or to hit someone or something with a bullet.
win A1
/wɪn/ To be the best or first in a game, race, or competition.
bet B1
/bɛt/ To risk money on the result of a race, game, or event.
ball A1
/bɔl/ A round object used in games and sports, which is thrown, hit, or kicked.
fix A2
/ˈfɪks/ To repair something that is broken or not working.
match A1
/mæt͡ʃ/ A sporting contest between two people or teams.
race B1
/ˈreɪs/ A competition to see who or what is the fastest.
favorite A1
/ˈfeɪv.ɹɪt/ Liked more than all others.
coach A2
/koʊt͡ʃ/ A person who trains people in a sport or skill.
football A1
/ˈfʊtbɔl/ A team ball game in which players try to get a ball into the other team's goal; in most of the world this means soccer.
player A1
/ˈpleɪ.ɚ/ A person who takes part in a game or sport.
winner A2
/ˈwɪnɚ/ A person, team, or animal that wins a competition.
victory B1
/ˈvɪktəri/ A success in a battle, contest, or struggle.
score B1
/skoɹ/ The number of points each side has won in a game or contest.
prize B1
/ˈpɹɑ̟ɪ̯z/ A reward given to the winner of a contest, competition, or lottery.
bowl A2
/boʊl/ A round, deep dish used for holding food or liquid.
baseball A2
/ˈbeɪs.bɔl/ A team sport in which players hit a ball with a bat and run around four bases to score.
defeat B1
/dɪˈfiːt/ To win against someone in a battle, game, or contest.
gym B1
/d͡ʒɪm/ A place with equipment where people exercise and lift weights.
bat B2
/bæt/ A small flying animal that comes out at night and feeds on insects or fruit.
exercise A1
/ˈɛk.sɚ.saɪz/ Physical activity done to stay fit and healthy.

Health & Medicine (489)

doctor A1
/ˈdɑktɚ/ A person who is trained and qualified to treat sick or injured people.
hurt A2
/hɝt/ To cause physical pain or injury to someone.
sick A1
/ˈsɪk/ Not healthy; ill.
hospital A1
/ˈhɑs.pɪ.tl̩/ A place where sick or injured people are treated by doctors and nurses.
pain A2
/peɪn/ An unpleasant physical feeling caused by illness or injury.
burn A2
/bɔːn/ To be on fire, or to damage or destroy something with fire or heat.
treat B1
/tɹiːt/ To behave towards or deal with someone or something in a particular way.
medical A2
/ˈmɛdɪkl̩/ Relating to medicine or the treatment of illness and injury.
drug A2
/ˈdrʌg/ An illegal substance taken for pleasure that can be addictive, such as cocaine.
health A1
/hɛlθ/ The general condition of a person's body and mind.
operation B1
/ˌɑ.pəˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ A piece of surgery done on the body by a doctor.
nurse A1
/nɝs/ A person trained to care for sick or injured people, usually in a hospital.
surgery B1
/ˈsɝ.d͡ʒə.ɹi/ Medical treatment in which a doctor cuts into the body to repair or remove something.
medicine A2
/ˈmɛd.ɪ.sɪn/ A substance you take to treat or cure an illness.
ill A2
/ɪl/ Not in good health; sick.
suffer B1
/ˈsʌfɚ/ To feel pain, distress, or hardship.
wound B1
/wyːnd/ An injury to the body, such as a cut, where the skin is broken.
disease B1
/dɪˈziz/ An illness that affects people, animals, or plants.
treatment B1
/ˈtɹiːtmənt/ Medical care given for an illness or injury.
cure B1
/kjɔː(r)/ To make an illness or a sick person healthy again.
ambulance B1
/ˈæm.bjə.ləns/ A vehicle that takes sick or injured people to hospital quickly.
commit B1
/kəˈmɪt/ To do something wrong or illegal, such as a crime.
therapy B2
/ˈθɛɹ.ə.pi/ Treatment intended to cure or relieve a health problem.
clinic B1
/ˈklɪn.ɪk/ A place where people go for medical treatment, usually without staying overnight.

The Human Body (454)

head A1
/hɛd/ The part of the body above the neck, containing the brain, eyes, and mouth.
heart A2
/hɑɹt/ The organ in your chest that pumps blood around your body.
hand A1
/ˈhænd/ The part of your body at the end of your arm, with fingers and a thumb.
body A1
/ˈbɑ.di/ The whole physical structure of a person or animal.
blood A2
/blʌd/ The red liquid that the heart pumps around the body.
pick A2
/pɪk/ To choose one or more things from a group.
eye A1
/ˈaɪ/ One of the two organs in your face that you see with.
mouth A1
/maʊθ/ The opening in your face that you use for eating and speaking.
brain A2
/ˈbɹæ̝ɪ̯n/ The organ inside the head that controls thought, memory, feeling, and movement.
blow A2
/blaː/ To push air out through your mouth.
cell B1
/sɛl/ The smallest basic unit that makes up all living things.
colonel C2+
/ˈkɝ.nl̩/ A commissioned officer in an armed military organization, typically the highest rank before flag officer ranks (generals). It is generally found in armies, air forces or naval infantry (marines).
foot B1
/fʊt/ The part of the body at the end of the leg that you stand and walk on.
arm A1
/ɑɹm/ The part of the body from the shoulder to the hand.
leg A1
/leɪɡ/ One of the two long parts of the body that people use to stand and walk.
nose A1
/[noːz]/ The part of the face above the mouth, used for breathing and smelling.
neck A2
/nɛk/ The part of the body that joins the head to the shoulders.
skin A2
/skɪn/ the natural outer layer that covers the body of a person or animal
finger B1
/ˈfɪŋɡɚ/ One of the four long thin parts at the end of the hand, sometimes including the thumb.
stomach A2
/ˈstʌm.ək/ The part of the body where food is digested after you eat.
suck B2
/sʌk/ To pull liquid or air into your mouth using your lips and breath.
ear A1
/ˈɛː/ One of the two organs on the sides of the head that you hear with.
bone A2
/boʊn/ One of the hard white parts that form the skeleton of a person or animal.
tear A2
/tɛɹ/ To pull or rip something apart, often by accident.

Technology & Computing (175)

phone A1
/ˈfoʊ̯n/ A device used to talk to people over distances, now often a small portable one that also runs apps.
TV A1
/ˌtiːˈviː/ Television; programmes broadcast to be watched on screen.
camera A1
/ˈkæm.ə.ɹə/ A device for taking photographs or recording video.
computer A1
/kəmˈpjutɚ/ an electronic machine that stores and processes information and runs programs
code A2
/koʊd/ Instructions written in a programming language that tell a computer what to do.
file B1
/ˈfaɪl/ A named collection of data stored on a computer.
program A2
/ˈpɹoʊ̯ˌɡɹæm/ A radio or television show.
page A1
/peɪd͡ʒ/ One side of a sheet of paper in a book, magazine, or newspaper.
permission A2
/pəɹˈmɪʃ.ən/ The act of allowing someone to do something.
site A2
/saɪt/ a place on the internet where you can read pages and find information; a website
data A2
/ɖɑ.ʈɑ/ Facts and figures collected for analysis or to draw conclusions.
trap A2
/tɹæp/ A device made to catch animals.
mail A2
/mel/ Letters and parcels sent and delivered through the post.
Internet A1
/ˈɪn(t)əɹˌnɛt/ the worldwide computer network that lets people share information and communicate.
technology A2
/tɛkˈnɑ.lə.dʒi/ Machines, equipment, and methods created from scientific knowledge to solve practical problems.
button A2
/ˈbʌt.ən/ A small round object on clothing that fastens through a hole.
screen A2
/skɹiːn/ The flat surface of a TV, computer, or phone on which images appear.
device B1
/dɪˈvaɪs/ A piece of equipment made for a particular purpose, especially an electronic or mechanical one.
online A2
/ˈɔnlaɪn/ Connected to the Internet.
network B1
/ˈnɛt.wɝk/ A large group of people, things, or places that are connected to each other.
wipe B2
/waɪp/ To clean or dry a surface by rubbing it with a cloth, hand, or similar.
bug A2
/bʌɡ/ A small insect
technically B2
/ˈtɛk.nɪˌkəl.i/ According to the exact facts or rules, even if this seems surprising.
serial B2
/ˈsɪɹ.i.əl/ Arranged in or forming a series; happening one after another.

Media & Publishing (166)

show A1
/ʃoʊ/ To let someone see something.
news A1
/nuːz/ Information about recent and important events.
book A1
/bʊk/ A set of printed pages held together inside a cover, that you read.
report A2
/ɹɪˈpoɹt/ A spoken or written account of something, especially news or the results of research.
radio A1
/ˈɹeɪ.diˌoʊ/ A device that receives sound broadcasts such as music and news.
tom C1
/tɑm/ an abbreviation of tome or volume in older bibliographic citations, especially citations to French works
press B1
/ˈprɛs/ To push firmly against something.
ghost B1
/ɡoʊst/ The spirit of a dead person that some believe can appear to the living.
issue A2
/ˈɪʃuː/ An important subject or problem that people discuss or argue about
ed B2
/ɛd/ a written abbreviation of edition, especially in bibliographic references
television A1
/ˈtɛlɪˌvɪʒən/ A device with a screen and speakers for watching broadcast programmes.
studio B1
/ˈstjuːdiəʊ/ A room where radio or television programmes, music, or films are made.
media A2
/ˈmi.di.ə/ The newspapers, television, radio, and websites that report news to the public.
series B1
/ˈsɪɹ.iz/ A number of similar things or events that come one after another.
section A1
/ˈsɛkʃən/ one of the parts that something is divided into
reporter A2
/ɹɪˈpoɹ.tɚ/ A person who collects news and writes or broadcasts it for newspapers, radio, or television.
magazine A1
/mæɡ.əˈzin/ A regular publication with articles, stories, and pictures on paper or online.
newspaper A1
/ˈn(j)usˌpeɪpɚ/ A printed or digital publication, usually daily or weekly, containing news and articles.
writer A1
/ˈɹaɪ.təɹ/ A person who writes books, stories, or articles, especially as a job.
channel B1
/ˈt͡ʃænəl/ A television or radio station and its programmes.
article A1
/ˈɑɹtɪkəl/ A piece of writing in a newspaper, magazine, or website.
drama A2
/ˈdɹɑmə/ A play for the theater, television, radio, or film, especially a serious one.
collection B1
/kəˈlɛkʃən/ A group of similar things kept or brought together.
print A2
/pɹɪnt/ To produce words or pictures on paper using a machine.

Art & Music (365)

music A1
/ˈmju.zɪk/ Sounds arranged in a pleasing way using melody, rhythm, and harmony.
dance A1
/dɑːns/ To move your body in time to music.
beat B1
/biːt/ To defeat someone in a game, contest, or fight.
song A1
/sɔŋ/ A short piece of music with words that you sing.
piece A1
/piːs/ A part of something larger, or an amount broken or cut off.
picture A1
/ˈpɘk.t͡ʃɘː/ A drawing, painting, or photograph of something or someone.
club A1
/klʌb/ A group of people who meet because they share an interest or activity.
art A1
/ɑɹt/ The making of things like paintings, drawings, or sculptures to be beautiful or express ideas.
singing A2
/ˈsɪŋɪŋ/ The activity of making music with your voice.
draw A1
/dɹɑ/ To make a picture or pattern with a pen, pencil, or similar tool.
artist B1
/ˈɑɹ.tɪst/ A person who creates art, such as paintings or sculptures.
painting A1
/ˈpeɪn.tɪŋ/ A picture made by applying paint to a surface.
image A2
/ˈɪm.ɪdʒ/ A picture, photo, or representation of someone or something.
theme B1
/θiːm/ The main subject or idea of a book, film, talk, or piece of art.
design A1
/dɪˈzaɪn/ A plan or drawing showing how something will be made or how it will work.
theater A1
/ˈθi(ə)tɚ/ A building where plays or films are shown.
carol C1
/ˈkærəl/ a joyful song, especially a traditional religious song sung at Christmas
version B1
/ˈvɝʒən/ A particular form of something that differs from other forms of the same thing.
concert A1
/kənˈsɝt/ a public performance of music
drawing A2
/ˈdɹɑ.ɪŋ/ A picture made with a pen, pencil, or crayon.
jazz B1
/d͡ʒæz/ A style of music with African American roots, known for improvisation, swing, and strong rhythm.
opera B2
/ˈɑp.ə.ɹə/ A dramatic play set to music in which the words are sung rather than spoken.
poetry B1
/ˈpoʊ.ə.tɹi/ Writing arranged in lines, often with rhythm or rhyme, that expresses feelings and ideas.
poem B1
/ˈpoʊ.əm/ A piece of writing arranged in lines, often with rhythm or rhyme, that expresses feelings or ideas.

Entertainment & Leisure (142)

play A1
/pleɪ/ A story written to be performed by actors on a stage.
die A2
/daɪ/ To stop living.
part A2
/pɑɹt/ One of the pieces or amounts that make up a whole.
party A1
/ˈpɑɹ.ti/ A social event where people meet to celebrate, eat, and have fun.
fun A1
/fʊn/ Enjoyment, amusement, or a good time.
wedding A2
/ˈwɛdɪŋ/ A ceremony at which two people get married, often with a celebration afterwards.
movie A1
/ˈmuːvi/ A story told through moving pictures and sound, shown on a screen.
film A2
/fɪlm/ A story or events recorded as moving pictures and shown in a cinema or on screen; a movie.
star A1
/stɑɹ/ A bright point of light seen in the night sky.
relax A2
/ɹɪˈlæks/ To rest and become calm, free from worry or effort.
joke A2
/d͡ʒoʊk/ Something said or done to make people laugh.
hero A2
/ˈhɪɹ.oʊ/ A person who is admired for their bravery or for doing something good and difficult.
cast B2
/kast/ To choose an actor for a role in a film or play.
toy A2
/taɪ/ An object for children to play with.
festival A1
/ˈfɛstəv(ə)l/ A series of special events celebrating something, such as music, film, or culture.
footage C1
/ˈfʊtɪd͡ʒ/ A piece of film or video that has been recorded.
comedy B1
/ˈkɑmədi/ Entertainment, such as films or shows, that is meant to make people laugh.
musical A2
/ˈmju.zɪ.kəl/ Connected with music or its performance.
cinema A1
/ˈsɪn.ə.mə/ A building where people go to watch films.
plot B1
/plɑt/ The main events and story of a book, film, or play.
entertainment A2
/ˌɛn.tɚˈteɪn.mənt/ Activity such as films, music, or games that gives people enjoyment.
celebration B1
/ˌsɛl.əˈbɹeɪ.ʃən/ A party or special event held to mark a happy occasion.
gamble B1
/ˈgæmbəl/ to risk money on a game, contest, or uncertain event in the hope of winning more
scenario C1
/sɪˈnɛəɹioʊ/ A description of a possible sequence of events that might happen.

Science & Research (526)

control A2
/kənˈtɹoʊl/ The power to direct, manage, or make decisions about something.
energy A2
/ˈɛn.əɹ.d͡ʒi/ The strength and ability to be active without getting tired.
science A1
/ˈsaɪ.əns/ The study of the physical world through observation and experiment, covering subjects like physics, chemistry, and biology.
research A2
/ˈɹiːsɜːt͡ʃ/ A careful study to discover new facts or information.
lab B1
/læb/ A room or building equipped for scientific work; short for laboratory.
theory B1
/ˈθɪ.ɹi/ A set of ideas that explains how or why something happens, supported by evidence.
reaction B1
/ɹiˈækʃən/ The way you behave or feel because of something that has happened.
experiment B1
/ɪkˈspɛɹ.ə.mənt/ A scientific test done to discover something or to check whether an idea is true.
oxygen B1
/ˈɑk.sɪ.d͡ʒən/ A colourless, odourless gas that humans and animals need to breathe and that makes up part of the air.
scientific A2
/ˈsaɪ(.ə)n.ʈɨ.fɪk/ Relating to science or the way science is done.
discovery B1
/dɪsˈkʌv(.ə).ɹi/ Something that is found or learned for the first time.
gravity C1
/ˈɡɹævəti/ The natural force that pulls objects toward the earth or toward each other.
analysis B1
/əˈnæl.ə.sɪs/ The careful study of something by examining its parts in detail.
chemical A2
/ˈkɛm.ɪ.kəl/ A substance, such as an element or compound, used in or produced by chemistry.
poker C2+
/ˈpoʊkɚ/ One who pokes.
vital B2
/ˈvaɪtəl/ Extremely important; essential.
galaxy C2
/ˈɡɛl.ək.si/ a vast gravitationally bound system of stars, gas, dust, dark matter, and other astronomical objects
react B1
/ɹiːˈækt/ To behave in a particular way because of something that has happened.
formula B1
/ˈfɔɹ.mjə.lə/ A mathematical or scientific rule written with symbols.
element B1
/ˈɛləmənt/ One of the parts that together make up a whole.
genetic B1
/d͡ʒəˈnɛt.ɪk/ Relating to genes or to the genes you inherit from your parents.
physics B1
/ˈfɪz.ɪks/ The science that studies matter, energy, and how they affect each other.
chemistry B1
/ˈkɛm.ɪ.stɹi/ The science that studies what substances are made of and how they change.
allergic B1
/əˈlɝ.d͡ʒɪk/ Having a bad physical reaction to a particular substance.

Mathematics & Measurement (519)

area A2
/ˈɛɹ.i.ə/ A particular part of a place or region.
level A2
/ˈlɛvəl/ A position on a scale that shows how much, how high, or how good something is.
tape A2
/ˈteɪp/ A thin strip of material with a sticky surface, used for fixing or sticking things together.
weight A2
/weɪt/ How heavy something or someone is.
unit A2
/ˈjuː.nɪt/ A fixed amount used as a standard for measuring something.
square A2
/skweɹ/ A flat shape with four equal sides and four right angles.
circle A2
/ˈsɜɹkəl/ A perfectly round shape, like a ring.
yard B1
/jɑɹd/ The area of ground around a house, often with grass.
division B2
/dɪˈvɪʒn̩/ The act of separating something into parts, or the way it is split.
average A2
/ˈæv.ɚ.ɪd͡ʒ/ The result of adding several amounts and dividing by how many there are.
complex B1
/kɑmˈplɛks/ Having many connected parts and so difficult to understand or deal with.
math A1
/mæθ/ The study of numbers, shapes, and quantities; mathematics.
angle B1
/ˈæŋ.ɡəl/ The space between two lines or surfaces that meet, measured in degrees.
scale A2
/skæɪl/ The size or extent of something, especially when it is large.
measure B1
/ˈmɛʒ.ɚ/ To find the size, amount, or degree of something.
height B1
/haɪt/ How tall a person or thing is.
troy C1
/trɔɪ/ designating a system of weights used chiefly for precious metals and gemstones
ton B2
/tʌn/ A very large amount of something.
shove C2
/ʃʌv/ the act of giving a push to someone or something
perspective B2
/pɚˈspɛk.tɪv/ A particular way of thinking about or judging a situation.
cam C1
/kæm/ A ridge or mound of earth.
ranger B2
/ˈɹeɪ̯nd͡ʒɚ/ An official who looks after and protects a forest or park.
length B1
/ˈlɛŋkθ/ How long something is from one end to the other.
mademoiselle C2
/ˌmæ.dəm.wəˈzɛl/ A young woman or girl, especially one who is French or French-speaking.

Nature & Landscape (269)

earth A2
/ɝθ/ The planet that we live on, third from the Sun.
land A2
/lænd/ The solid, dry part of the earth's surface.
sea A1
/siː/ The large area of salt water that covers much of the earth, or a particular part of it.
park A1
/pɑɹk/ A public area of grass and trees in a town where people relax and play.
island A1
/ˈaɪlənd/ A piece of land that is completely surrounded by water
tree A1
/triː/ A tall plant with a wooden trunk, branches, and leaves.
river A1
/ˈɹɪvɚ/ A large natural stream of water flowing across land toward the sea, a lake, or another river.
moon A2
/mun/ The large round object that shines in the sky at night and circles the Earth.
nature A2
/ˈneɪ̯.tʃə(ɹ)/ The physical world of plants, animals, and landscapes that people did not make.
stone A2
/stoʊ̯n/ The hard substance that rock is made of, often used as a building material.
beach A1
/bit͡ʃ/ An area of sand or small stones next to the sea or a lake.
natural A2
/ˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹəl/ Existing in nature and not made or caused by people.
mountain A1
/ˈmuːn.tɪn/ A very high, steep hill, usually with rocky sides and a peak.
lake A2
/ˈleɪk/ A large body of water surrounded by land.
hill A2
/hɪl/ A raised area of land, higher than the ground around it but smaller than a mountain.
forest A2
/ˈfɔɹəst/ A large area thickly covered with trees.
ocean A2
/ˈoʊ.ʃən/ The vast body of salt water that covers most of the Earth.
desert A2
/ˈdɛz.ɚt/ A large dry area of land, often covered with sand, where little grows.
flower A1
/ˈfluː.ɐ/ The colourful part of a plant that produces seeds, often with a pleasant smell.
coast A2
/koʊst/ The land along the edge of the sea.
valley A2
/ˈvæli/ A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.
bay A2
/ˈbeː/ A part of the sea or a lake that curves into the land.
dirt B1
/dɝt/ A substance such as mud or dust that makes things unclean.
cave B1
/keɪv/ A large natural hole in the side of a hill or under the ground.

Animals (841)

dog A1
/dɔɡ/ A common four-legged animal often kept as a pet or for work.
horse A1
/hɔːs/ A large four-legged animal that people ride and use for pulling loads.
fish A1
/ˈfɪ̝ʃ/ An animal that lives in water and breathes through gills, usually with scales and fins.
cat A1
/kæt/ A small furry animal with whiskers and a tail, often kept as a pet.
bear A2
/bɜː(ɹ)/ A large, heavy wild animal with thick fur and strong claws.
sergeant B2
/ˈsɑɹ.d͡ʒənt/ The highest rank of noncommissioned officer in some non-naval military forces and police.
animal A1
/ˈæn.ᵻ.məl/ A living creature that can move and feel, such as a dog, bird, or fish, but not a plant.
bird A1
/ˈbɜːd/ An animal with feathers and wings that lays eggs and can usually fly.
martin B2
/ˈmɑɹ.tɪn/ a swallow-like bird with long pointed wings that catches insects while flying
bite A2
/baɪt/ To cut into or grip something with your teeth.
pig A1
/pɪɡ/ A farm animal with a fat body, short legs, and a flat nose, kept for its meat.
egg A1
/ˈ(j)ɛɡ/ A rounded object laid by a bird, especially a hen, used as food.
wolf B2
/wʊlf/ A large wild animal of the dog family that hunts in groups.
beast B1
/ˈbiːst/ An animal, especially a large or dangerous wild one.
creature A2
/ˈkɹi.tʃɚ/ A living thing, especially an animal.
snake A1
/ˈsneɪk/ A long, legless reptile with a thin body and a forked tongue.
pen A1
/pɛn/ A thin instrument that holds ink and is used for writing or drawing.
stock B2
/stɑk/ The supply of goods that a shop or business has available to sell.
tiger A1
/ˈtaɪɡɚ/ A large, powerful wild cat with orange fur and black stripes, native to Asia.
species B2
/ˈspiːʃiːz/ A group of living things that are similar and can breed with one another.
lion A1
/ˈlaɪən/ A large wild cat with a tan coat, the males having a shaggy mane, native to Africa and India.
jay B2
/ˈd͡ʒeɪ/ a noisy, often brightly colored bird of the crow family, typically with a crest
wing B1
/ˈwɪŋɡ/ One of the two body parts a bird, bat, or insect uses to fly.
sheep A1
/ʃiːp/ A farm animal with a thick woolly coat, kept for its wool and meat.

Plants & Agriculture (493)

field A2
/ˈfi(ː)ld/ An area of open land, especially one used for crops or grazing.
grow A1
/[ˈɡɾoː]/ To get bigger in size over time, as living things do naturally.
farm A1
/fɑɹm/ An area of land and buildings used for growing crops or raising animals.
plant A2
/plænt/ A living thing that grows in the ground and has leaves and roots, such as a flower or tree.
rick C1
/ɹɪk/ a stack of hay, straw, or similar material stored outdoors, often under thatch
amen C2+
/(ˌ)ɑːˈmɛn/ Certainly; verily.
lily A1
/ˈlɪli/ A tall garden flower with large, showy, often trumpet-shaped blooms.
apple A1
/ˈæp.əl/ A round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin and crisp white flesh.
pink A1
/ˈpiŋk/ A pale red colour, like that of many flowers.
bud B2
/bʌd/ A small swelling on a plant that grows into a leaf or flower
holly B2
/ˈhɑli/ an evergreen shrub or small tree of the genus Ilex, typically with glossy prickly leaves and red berries
clay A2
/kleɪ/ A mineral substance made up of small crystals of silica and alumina, that is ductile when moist; the material of pre-fired ceramics.
soil B1
/sɔɪl/ The top layer of earth in which plants grow.
weed B2
/wiːd/ A wild plant growing where it is not wanted, especially among crops or in a garden.
farmer A1
/ˈfɑɹ.mɚ/ A person who owns or works on a farm.
ranch B2
/ˈɹænt͡ʃ/ a large farm or tract of land used primarily for raising cattle, sheep, horses, or other livestock
heather C1
/ˈhɛðɚ/ a low evergreen plant with small purple, pink, or white flowers, common on moorland
root A2
/ɹuːt/ The part of a plant that grows underground and takes in water and nutrients.
electrical B1
/ɪˈlɛktɹɪkəl/ Connected with or operated by electricity.
brandy C2
/ˈbɹændi/ distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice
creep C1
/kɹiːp/ To move slowly, quietly, and carefully.
seed A2
/ˈsiːd/ a small part of a plant from which a new plant grows
harvest A2
/ˈhɑɹ.vəst/ The crops that are gathered in, or the amount gathered.
bloom A2
/bluːm/ To produce flowers; to open into flower.

Weather & Climate (135)

cool A1
/kul/ Slightly cold in a pleasant way.
hot A1
/hɑt/ Very recent and exciting; in great demand.
cold A1
/kold/ Having a low temperature, or feeling a low temperature.
wind A2
/ˈwaɪ̯nd/ Air moving naturally across the land, sometimes with great force.
smoke A2
/smoʊk/ The grey or black cloud of gas and tiny particles that rises from something burning.
warm A1
/wɔɹm/ Having a pleasant temperature that is fairly high but not hot.
rain A1
/ˈɹæɪ̯n/ Water that falls from clouds in drops.
weather A1
/ˈwɛð.ɚ/ The state of the air outside at a particular time and place, such as how hot, cold, wet, or windy it is.
snow A1
/snoʊ̯/ Soft white flakes of frozen water that fall from the sky in cold weather.
storm A2
/stɔɹm/ Very bad weather with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, or lightning.
thunder B1
/ˈθʌndɚ/ The loud rumbling or crashing sound that follows a flash of lightning.
disaster B1
/dɪˈzas.təː/ A sudden event, such as a flood or earthquake, that causes great damage or loss of life.
temperature A2
/ˈtɛm.pəɹˌt͡ʃɚ/ A measure of how hot or cold something is.
hail B2
/heɪl/ When small balls of ice fall from the sky.
cloud A2
/ˈklæʊ̯d/ A mass of water droplets floating in the sky, often grey or white.
lightning B1
/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/ A bright flash of light in the sky during a storm, caused by electricity.
sunny A1
/ˈsʊni/ Having a lot of bright sunshine.
breeze A2
/briːz/ A light, gentle wind.
flood A2
/flʌd/ A large amount of water covering land that is usually dry.
climate B1
/ˈklaɪ.mɪt/ The usual weather conditions of an area over a long period of time.
fog A2
/fɔɡ/ A thick cloud near the ground that makes it hard to see.
frost B1
/fɹɔst/ A thin layer of tiny ice crystals that forms on cold surfaces.
hurricane B1
/ˈhʌɹɪkeɪn/ A very powerful tropical storm with extremely strong winds and heavy rain.
sticky B1
/ˈstɪki/ Tending to stick to things; covered with something that sticks.

Environment & Ecology (54)

waste B1
/ˈweɪst/ To use time, money, or resources badly so that they are lost or have no useful result.
refuse B1
/ˈɹɛfjuːs/ To say firmly that you will not do something.
garbage A1
/ˈɡɑɹ.bɪd͡ʒ/ Things you throw away because they are no longer wanted; waste.
environment A2
/ɪnˈvaɪ.ɚn.mənt/ The natural world of land, air, water, plants, and animals.
bin B1
/bɪn/ A container for rubbish or waste.
carbon B2
/ˈkɑɹ.bən/ A chemical element (symbol C) found in all living things, and in forms such as graphite and diamond.
organic B1
/ɔɹˈɡænɪk/ Grown or produced without artificial chemicals, fertilizers, or pesticides.
pollution A2
/pəˈluʃən/ The harmful contamination of the air, water, or land with dirty or dangerous substances.
resource B1
/ˈɹisɔɹs/ A supply of money, materials, people, or other things that can be used when needed.
recycling B1
/riːˈsaɪkəlɪŋ/ The process of treating used materials so they can be used again.
footprint B2
/ˈfʊtˌprɪnt/ a mark or impression left by a foot or shoe
sewage B2
/ˈsuɪdʒ/ wastewater and solid waste carried away from homes and other buildings through sewers
conservation B1
/ˌkɑnsə(ɹ)ˈveɪʃən/ The protection of the environment and natural resources.
recycle A2
/ɹəˈsaɪkəl/ To process used materials so they can be made into something new.
sustainable C1
/səˈsteɪnəbəl/ Able to continue for a long time without harming the environment or using up resources.
wildfire C2
/ˈwaɪldˌfaɪr/ a large, uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation or wild land
erosion B1
/ɪˈroʊʒən/ the gradual wearing away of soil, rock, or another surface by water, wind, ice, or chemical action
ecological B1
/ˌiːkəˈlɒd͡ʒɪkl̩/ Relating to the relationships between living things and their environment.
leach C2
/liːtʃ/ to remove soluble substances from a material by passing liquid through it
ecology B1
/ɪˈkɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/ The study of the relationships between living things and their environment.
emission B2
/ˈɛmɪʃən/ A gas or substance released into the air, especially a polluting one.
environmentally B2
/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli/ In a way that affects or relates to the natural environment.
amphibious C1
/æmˈfɪbiəs/ able to live, move, or operate both on land and in water
environmentalist B1
/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəlɪst/ A person who works to protect the natural environment from harm and pollution.

Places & Geography (153)

city A1
/ˈsɪti/ A large town where many people live and work.
town A1
/ˈtæʊ̯n/ A place where people live and work, larger than a village but smaller than a city.
country A2
/ˈkɐntɹi/ A nation with its own land and government.
king A2
/ˈkiŋ/ A man who rules a country, usually because of his royal family; a male monarch.
American A1
/əˈmerɪkən/ relating to the United States, its people, or its culture
village A2
/ʋɪleːdʒ/ A small group of houses and buildings in the countryside, smaller than a town.
arms B2
/ɑɹmz/ Weapons, especially guns, considered as a group.
local A2
/ˈloʊ.kl̩/ Belonging to or found in the area where you live.
British A2
/ˈbrɪt.ɪʃ/ of or relating to Great Britain or the United Kingdom, or to its people or culture
mayor B1
/ˈmeɪ.əɹ/ The elected leader of the government of a city or town.
neighborhood B1
/ˈneɪbɚˌhʊd/ A particular area of a town or city, and the people who live there.
county B1
/ˈkuːntɪ/ A region within a country or state, used for local government.
kingdom A2
/ˈkɪŋdəm/ A country ruled by a king or queen.
border B1
/ˈbɔə.də/ The line that separates two countries or regions.
federal B2
/ˈfɛdəɹəl/ Relating to the central national government, as opposed to state or local government.
district B1
/ˈdɪstɹɪkt/ An area of a town, city, or country, often one with its own character or purpose.
capital A2
/[ˈkʰæp.ɪ.ɾɫ̩]/ The most important city of a country or region, usually where the government is.
territory B2
/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/ An area of land controlled by a country or government.
downtown A2
/ˈdæʊ̯nˌtæʊ̯n/ The central or main business part of a city or town.
circus B1
/ˈsɝkəs/ A traveling show with acrobats, clowns, and trained animals, usually held in a large tent.
southern B1
/ˈsʌðɚn/ Located in or facing the south.
alley B2
/ˈæli/ a narrow road or passage, especially between or behind buildings
possession B1
/pəˈzɛʃn̩/ Something that you own.
region B1
/ˈɹiːd͡ʒn̩/ A large area of land, often with its own features or character.

Law & Government (748)

police A2
/pəˈliːs/ The official organization, and its members, whose job is to keep order, prevent crime, and make sure people obey the law.
death A2
/dɛθ/ The end of life; the act or fact of dying.
break A1
/bɹeɪk/ To separate something into pieces, or to make it stop working, often suddenly.
state A2
/ˈsteɪt/ The condition that someone or something is in at a particular time.
law A2
/laː/ An official rule that everyone in a country or community must obey.
court A2
/ˈkɔɹt/ A place where legal cases are heard and judged.
government A2
/ˈɡʌv.ɚ(n).mənt/ The group of people who officially control and run a country.
judge B1
/d͡ʒʌd͡ʒ/ An official who controls a court of law and decides how criminals should be punished.
decision A2
/dɪˈsɪʒn̩/ A choice you make after thinking about something.
duty B1
/ˈdjuː.ti/ Something you have to do because it is right or because the law or your job requires it.
witness B1
/ˈwɪt.nəs/ To see something happen, especially an event or a crime.
rule A1
/ɹuːl/ An instruction that says what you are or are not allowed to do.
vote B1
/voʊt/ To formally show which person or choice you support in an election or decision.
sheriff B1
/ˈʃɛɹɪf/ The main law-enforcement officer of a county, often elected.
finding B1
/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/ Something discovered as a result of research or investigation.
responsibility B1
/ɹɪˌspɑn.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/ A duty or task that you are expected to deal with.
legal B1
/ˈli.ɡəl/ Allowed or required by law.
secretary A2
/ˈsɛk.(ɹ)əˌtɛɹ.i/ a person who handles letters, phone calls, and office tasks for someone or an organization
jury B2
/ˈd͡ʒʊɹi/ A group of people chosen to listen to a court case and decide whether someone is guilty.
official A2
/əˈfɪʃəl/ Approved by or coming from a person in authority.
license A2
/ˈlaɪ.səns/ An official document that gives you permission to do or own something.
illegal A2
/ɪˈli.ɡəl/ Not allowed by the law.
sue B2
/sjuː/ To take legal action against someone in a court of law.
claim A2
/kleɪm/ To say that something is true, often without proof.

Politics & International Affairs (128)

president B1
/ˈpɹez.ɪ.dənt/ The elected head of state in a republic, such as the United States.
national A2
/ˈnæʃ.ə.nəl/ Relating to a whole nation or country.
minister B2
/ˈmɪn.əˌstɚ/ A senior politician in charge of a government department.
foreign A2
/ˈfɔɹɪn/ Coming from or belonging to a country that is not your own.
political A2
/pəˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/ Relating to government, the state, or the way a country is run.
nation A2
/ˈneɪʃən/ A country considered as a political and independent state.
campaign B1
/kæmˈpeɪn/ A planned series of actions to achieve a particular goal.
international A2
/ˌɪn.(t)ɚˈnæʃ.(ə.)n(ə)l/ involving or relating to two or more countries.
politics B1
/ˈpɑ.lɪ.tɪks/ The activities involved in governing a country or area, and the debate between groups who want power.
ambassador B2
/æmˈbæs.ə.dɚ/ The most senior official who represents their country in a foreign country.
independent B1
/ˌɪn.dɪˈpɛn.dənt/ Free from outside control; not ruled by another country or authority.
p.m. A1
/ˌpiː ˈɛm/ In or relating to the time between noon and midnight.
primary B1
/ˈpɹaɪˌmɛɹ.i/ Most important; main.
democracy B1
/dɪˈmɑ.kɹə.si/ A system of government in which people choose their leaders by voting.
protocol C1
/ˈpɹoʊtəˌkɑl/ A set of rules for how something should be done correctly.
politician B1
/ˌpɑ.ləˈtɪʃ.ən/ A person who works in politics, especially one who has been elected to government.
treaty B2
/ˈtɹiti/ A formal written agreement between two or more countries.
democratic B1
/ˌdɛm.əˈkɹæt.ɪk/ Relating to democracy or a system where people choose their government by voting.
diplomatic C1
/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/ Relating to the work of managing relations between countries.
conservative B1
/kənˈsɝvətɪv/ Not liking change; preferring traditional ways of doing things.
politically B2
/pəˈlɪtɪkəli/ In a way that relates to politics or government.
cleanse C2
/klɛnz/ to purge of an ideology, bad thoughts, or sins
espionage C1
/ˈɛs.pi.əˌnɑːʒ/ The act or process of learning secret information through clandestine means.
portfolio C1
/pɔɹtˈfoʊ.liˌoʊ/ A collection of a person's work shown to potential employers or clients.

Crime & Justice (183)

case A2
/keɪs/ A particular situation or example of something happening.
murder A2
/ˈmɝ.dɚ/ The crime of killing another person on purpose.
evidence A2
/[ˈɛv.ɪ.ɾɪns]/ Facts or signs that show whether something is true or real.
crime A2
/ˈkraɪm/ An act that breaks the law and can be punished.
prison A2
/ˈpɹɪzn̩/ A building where criminals are kept locked up as punishment.
cop C1
/kɑp/ A police officer.
jail B1
/d͡ʒeɪl/ A place where people are locked up, especially while awaiting trial or for minor crimes.
victim B1
/ˈvɪktɪm/ A person who is harmed, hurt, or killed by someone or something.
arrest B1
/əˈɹɛst/ To take someone to a police station because they may have broken the law.
innocent B1
/ˈɪnəsənt/ Not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.
guilty B1
/ˈɡɪl.ti/ Having done something wrong or broken the law.
steal A2
/stiːl/ To take something that belongs to someone else without permission.
suspect B1
/səˈspɛkt/ To think that something is probably true, often something bad.
justice B1
/ˈd͡ʒɐs.tɪs/ Fair treatment of people, especially by the law.
trial B2
/ˈtɹaɪəl/ A legal process in court where evidence is examined to decide if someone is guilty of a crime.
pardon A1
/ˈpɑɹdn̩/ Forgiveness for something wrong that someone has done.
investigation B1
/ɪnˌvɛs.tɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/ The careful examination of something in order to find out the facts.
criminal B1
/ˈkɹɪm.ə.nəl/ A person who has broken the law.
rape B2
/ˈɹæɪ̯p/ To force someone to have sex against their will.
punishment B1
/ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/ Something unpleasant done to someone because they have done something wrong.
assault B2
/əˈsɔlt/ To attack someone violently.
confession B2
/kənˈfɛʃən/ A statement admitting that you have done something wrong.
defendant B2
/dɪˈfɛndənt/ a person or organization accused of a crime in a court case
fraud B2
/fɹɔd/ The crime of deceiving people to gain money or an unfair advantage.

War & Conflict (365)

fight A2
/fəɪt/ To take part in a physical or violent struggle against someone.
fire A1
/[ˈfaː(ə)]/ The flames, heat, and light produced when something burns.
war A2
/wɔɹ/ An armed fight between countries or large groups, usually involving military forces.
gun A2
/ˈɡʌn/ A weapon that fires bullets or other projectiles.
attack A2
/əˈtæk/ To use violence against someone or something.
army B1
/ˈɑɹ.mi/ A country's military force, especially the part that fights on land.
peace A2
/pis/ A situation without war or fighting between countries or groups.
fighting B1
/ˈfaɪ.tɪŋ/ The act of taking part in a physical or armed struggle.
private A2
/ˈpɹaɪ.vɪt/ Meant for one particular person or group, not for everyone.
enemy B1
/ˈɛn.ə.mi/ A person who hates you, opposes you, or wants to harm you.
battle B1
/ˈbætl̩/ A fight between armies or groups of people during a war.
weapon B1
/ˈwɛp.ən/ An object such as a gun, knife, or sword used to fight or harm people.
bomb B1
/bɑm/ A weapon that explodes and causes damage.
military A2
/ˈmɪl.ɪˌtɛ.ɹi/ Relating to the armed forces such as the army, navy, and air force.
strike A2
/stiː.ɹaɪk/ To hit someone or something hard.
soldier A2
/ˈsoʊld͡ʒɚ/ A person who serves in an army.
defense B1
/ˈdiːˌfɛns/ The act of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
violence B1
/ˈvaɪ.(ə.)ləns/ Behaviour that uses physical force to hurt, damage, or kill.
armed A2
/ɑɹmd/ Carrying or using weapons.
maid C2+
/meɪd/ An adult or adolescent female servant or cleaner (short for maidservant). (In feudal times this could be anyone from a high-ranking assistant to a low-ranking cleaner.)
revolution B2
/ˌɹɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/ A sudden, often violent attempt by people to overthrow a government and change the political system.
resist B1
/ɹɪˈzɪst/ To stop yourself from doing or having something you want.
fort C2
/fɔɹt/ A structure improvised from furniture, bedding, etc., for playing games.
fighter A2
/ˈfaɪtɚ/ A person who fights, especially in a war or a sport like boxing.

Religion & Belief (397)

god A2
/ɡɑd/ A supernatural being with great powers that people worship.
Christmas A2
/ˈkrɪsməs/ the Christian festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, celebrated on 25 December
soul B1
/soʊl/ The spiritual part of a person, often believed to live on after death.
church A2
/ˈt͡ʃɝt͡ʃ/ A building where Christians meet to worship.
holy B1
/ˈhoʊli/ Connected with God or religion and treated with deep respect.
Christ A2
/kɹaɪst/ the title of Jesus of Nazareth as the Messiah in Christian belief
faith B2
/feɪθ/ Strong belief or trust in someone or something.
angel A2
/ˈeɪn.d͡ʒl̩/ A spiritual being believed to serve God, often shown with wings.
bless B1
/blɛs/ To ask God to protect or help someone or something.
priest B1
/ˈpɹiːst/ A person trained to lead religious services and ceremonies in a church.
temple B2
/ˈtɛm.pl̩/ A building used for worship in some religions.
Christian B1
/ˈkɹɪʃt͡ʃən/ A person who believes in and follows Christianity.
sacrifice C1
/ˈsæk.ɹɪˌfaɪs/ The act of giving up something valuable for the sake of something more important.
glory B1
/ˈɡloɹ.i/ Great honour and admiration earned by an achievement.
confess B2
/kənˈfɛs/ To admit that you have done something wrong.
bible A2
/ˈbaɪbəl/ the sacred scriptures of Christianity, comprising the Old and New Testaments
religion B1
/ɹəˈləd͡ʒ.ən/ Belief in a god or gods, together with the practices and worship connected to that belief.
sacred B1
/ˈseɪkɹɪd/ Connected with religion and treated with great respect.
religious B1
/rɪˈlɪdʒəs/ Believing in and worshipping a god or gods.
prayer B1
/ˈpɹeɪ.ɚ/ Words spoken to a god to give thanks or ask for help.
bishop B1
/ˈbɪʃəp/ A senior Christian priest who is in charge of the churches in a large area.
divine B1
/dɪˈvaɪn/ Coming from or relating to a god.
goddess B1
/ˈɡɑdəs/ A female god worshipped in a religion.
blessing B1
/ˈblɛs.ɪŋ/ Something good that you are grateful for.

Culture & History (187)

history A1
/ˈhəs.tə.ɹi/ The study of past events, especially in human affairs.
ancient A2
/ˈeɪn.ʃənt/ Belonging to a time very long ago in history.
modern A2
/ˈmɑdɚn/ Relating to the present time or recent times; not old.
emperor B1
/ˈemp(ə)ɹə/ The ruler of an empire
empire B1
/ˈɛmˌpaɪ̯ɹ/ A large group of countries or territories ruled by one government or person
culture A1
/ˈkʌlt͡ʃɚ/ The customs, beliefs, art, and way of life of a particular group or society.
Roman B1
/ˈɹəʊmən/ relating to Rome, especially ancient Rome, its empire, people, or culture
museum A2
/mjuˈziəm/ A building where important objects of art, history, or science are kept and shown to the public.
donna C2
/ˈdɑː.nə/ an Italian title meaning lady, especially one applied to a woman of rank
ceremony B1
/ˈsɛɹ.əˌmoʊ.ni/ A formal event held to mark an important occasion.
tradition A2
/tɹəˈdɪʃ.ən/ A custom or belief passed down from one generation to the next.
earl B2
/ɝːl/ a British or Irish nobleman ranking below a marquess and above a viscount, equivalent in rank to a count
thanksgiving B2
/ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/ the expression of gratitude, especially in a prayer or religious observance
khan B2
/kɑːn/ a title borne by rulers or high-ranking leaders among Turkic, Mongol, and other Central Asian peoples
civilization B1
/ˌsɪv.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ A society that has reached an advanced stage of culture, organization, and development.
cultural B1
/ˈkʌlt͡ʃ(ə)ɹəl/ Relating to the customs, beliefs, and way of life of a particular group or society.
classical B1
/ˈklɛs.ɪ.kəl/ Relating to traditional, serious music written by composers such as Mozart and Beethoven.
griffin C1
/ˈɡrɪf.ɪn/ a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle
custom A2
/ˈkʌstəm/ A traditional way of behaving or doing something that is common to a group or society.
historical B1
/hɪˈstɔɹɪkəl/ Connected with the past or with the study of history.
dexter C2
/ˈdɛks.tɚ/ heraldry: on or toward the bearer's right side of a shield, which appears on the viewer's left
medieval B2
/mɪdˈi.vəl/ Relating to the Middle Ages, roughly from 500 to 1500 AD.
heritage B2
/ˈhɛɹ.ɪ.tɪd͡ʒ/ The traditions, values, and culture that a country or family has had for many years and passes on to younger generations.
squire C1
/ˈskwaɪɚ/ historically, a young nobleman who attended a knight before becoming a knight himself

Materials & Substances (476)

ring A2
/ˈɹɪŋɡ/ A circular band of metal or other material worn on the finger.
paper A1
/ˈpeɪ̯.pəɹ/ A thin, flat material used for writing, drawing, or printing on.
gold A2
/ˈɡɒld/ A heavy, shiny yellow metal that is very valuable, used for jewellery and coins.
bar A2
/bɑɹ/ A place where you can buy and drink alcoholic drinks.
ice A1
/[ʌɪs]/ Water that has frozen into a hard, cold solid.
card A1
/kɑːd/ A piece of stiff paper, often folded, sent to someone with a message or picture.
glass A1
/ɡlæs/ A hard, transparent material used for windows and bottles.
gas A2
/ɡɛəs/ A substance like air that is neither solid nor liquid and spreads to fill any space.
bottle A1
/ˈbɑ.tl̩/ A container, usually made of glass or plastic with a narrow neck, used for holding liquids.
cake A1
/keɪk/ A sweet baked food made from flour, sugar, and eggs, often covered with icing.
oil A2
/ɔl/ A thick liquid from plants or animals used in cooking.
sugar A1
/ˈʃʊɡ.ɚ/ A sweet white or brown substance used to flavour food and drink.
wet A2
/wɛt/ Covered with or full of water or another liquid.
silver A2
/ˈsɪl.vɚ/ A shiny, valuable greyish-white metal used for jewellery, coins, and tableware.
wood A2
/wʉd/ The hard material that trees are made of, used for building and making things.
iron B1
/æːn/ A common hard grey metal that rusts and is used to make steel
hook B2
/hʊk/ A curved piece of metal or plastic used to hang, hold, or catch things.
metal A2
/ˈmɛ.təl/ A hard, usually shiny material such as iron, gold, or copper that conducts heat and electricity.
hank C1
/hæŋk/ a coil, loop, or bundle of yarn, rope, hair, or other long flexible material
material A2
/məˈtɪɹ.i.əl/ A substance that something is made from.
japan C2
/dʒəˈpæn/ a hard, usually dark lacquer or enamel used to give wood or metal a durable glossy finish
tank B1
/ˈtæŋk/ A large container for holding liquid or gas.
salt A2
/sɔlt/ A white substance used to add flavour to food and to preserve it.
plastic A2
/ˈplæstɪk/ A light artificial material that can be shaped, used to make many everyday objects.

Tools, Machines & Construction (299)

kill A2
/ˈkɪʊ̯/ To make a person, animal, or plant die.
dead A2
/dɛd/ No longer alive.
saw A1
/sɑ/ To cut something using a saw.
start A1
/stɑɹt/ To begin doing something.
plan A1
/plæn/ A set of decisions about what you are going to do and how to do it.
building A1
/ˈbɪl.dɪŋ/ A structure with a roof and walls, such as a house or office
machine A1
/məˈʃiːn/ A device with moving parts that uses power to do a particular job.
jimmy C1
/ˈdʒɪm.i/ a short crowbar used for forcing open a door, window, or lock
build A1
/bɪld/ To make something by joining materials and parts together
knife A2
/ˈnɐɪ̯f/ A tool with a sharp blade and a handle, used for cutting.
super B2
/[ˈsypɑ]/ Excellent; very good.
bridge A2
/bɹɪd͡ʒ/ A structure built over a river, road, or gap so that people can cross it.
planning B1
/ˈplænɪŋ/ The act of deciding in advance how something will be done.
screw A2
/skɹuː/ A small metal pin with a spiral thread, turned to fasten things together.
switch B1
/swɪt͡ʃ/ A small device you press or move to turn electricity or a machine on and off.
factory A2
/ˈfæk.tɚ.i/ A building where goods are made, usually using machines.
tower A2
/[ˈtɑːə]/ A tall, narrow structure, either standing alone or part of a building.
equipment B1
/ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/ The tools, machines, or items needed for a particular activity.
construction B1
/kənˈstɹʌkʃən/ The act or process of building something.
nail B1
/neɪl/ The hard, thin covering at the end of a finger or toe.
tune A2
/tjuːn/ A series of musical notes that make a pleasant pattern; a melody.
frame A2
/fɹeɪm/ A border that surrounds and holds a picture, photo, or mirror.
hammer B1
/ˈhæm.ɚ/ A tool with a heavy metal head and a handle, used for hitting nails.
engineer A2
/ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ/ A person whose job is to design, build, or maintain machines, structures, or systems.

Energy & Industry (85)

live A1
/lɪv/ Performed or broadcast at the moment it happens, not recorded.
power A2
/[ˈpʰaə]/ The ability to control or influence people and events.
driving A2
/ˈdɹaɪvɪŋ/ The action of operating and steering a vehicle.
wire B1
/ˈwaɪɚ/ A thin thread of metal, often used to carry electricity.
production A2
/pɹəˈdʌkʃən/ The process of making or growing something, usually in large amounts.
supply B1
/səˈplaɪ/ To provide something that someone needs or wants.
nuclear B1
/ˈn(j)u.kli.ɚ/ Using the energy released when atoms are split or joined.
fuel B1
/ˈfjuːəl/ A substance such as wood, coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power.
electricity B1
/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɪsɪti/ The energy carried by the flow of electric charge, used to power lights, machines, and devices.
electric A2
/ɪˈlɛktɹɪk/ Using, producing, or powered by electricity.
unable B1
/ʌnˈeɪbl̩/ Not able to do something; lacking the power, skill, or means.
solar B2
/ˈsoʊ.ləɹ/ Relating to the sun.
coal B1
/kɒl/ A hard black rock that is burned as fuel for heat and energy.
industrial B1
/ɪnˈdɐs.tɹi.əl/ Relating to industry and the making of goods in factories.
generator B2
/ˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtɚ/ a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
petrol A2
/ˈpɛt.ɹəl/ A liquid fuel made from petroleum, used to power cars and other vehicles.
atomic B1
/əˈtɑː.mɪk/ Relating to atoms, the tiny units that make up all matter.
mining C1
/ˈmaɪnɪŋ/ The work of digging valuable materials such as coal, metals, or minerals out of the earth.
gasoline B1
/ˈɡæs.ə.liːn/ a volatile, flammable blend of liquid hydrocarbons refined chiefly from petroleum and used mainly as fuel in spark-ignition engines; petrol
ignition C1
/ɪɡˈnɪʃ.ən/ the process of starting combustion or another self-sustaining energy-producing reaction
furnace B1
/ˈfɝnɪs/ an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc.
horsepower C2
/ˈhɔɹsˌpaʊɚ/ a unit of power equal to 746 watts
manufacture B2
/ˌmænjuˈfækt͡ʃɚ/ To make goods in large quantities using machines or labor.
slag C1
/slæɡ/ waste material separated from metal during smelting or refining

Safety & Risk (153)

haven B1
/ˈheɪvən/ A safe place where someone can find protection.
safe A2
/seɪf/ Not in danger and not likely to be harmed.
security B1
/səˈkjɔɹ.ɪˌti/ the state of being safe and protected from danger
protect A2
/pɹəˈtɛkt/ To keep someone or something safe from harm or danger.
dangerous A2
/ˈdeɪn.d͡ʒ(ə.)ɹəs/ Likely to cause harm, injury, or death.
accident A2
/ˈæk.sə.dənt/ A crash involving a vehicle that causes damage or injury.
suddenly A2
/ˈsʌd.ən.li/ Quickly and without warning.
risk B1
/ɹɪsk/ The chance that something bad might happen.
destroy A2
/dɪˈstɹɔɪ/ To damage something so badly that it no longer exists or cannot be used.
danger A2
/ˈdeɪn.d͡ʒɚ/ The possibility of being harmed or killed.
emergency A2
/ɪˈmɝ.d͡ʒən.si/ A sudden, dangerous situation that needs immediate action
damage B1
/ˈdæmɪd͡ʒ/ Physical harm that makes something less useful or valuable.
safety B1
/ˈseɪfti/ The state of being safe and not in danger.
sudden A2
/ˈsʌd.ən/ Happening quickly and without warning.
warning B1
/ˈwoɹnɪŋ/ Something said or written that tells you about a possible danger or problem.
threat B1
/θɹet/ A statement that you will hurt or punish someone, especially if they do not do what you want.
protection B1
/pɹəˈtɛkʃn̩/ The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm.
rescue B1
/ˈɹɛs.kju/ To save someone or something from danger or harm.
secure B1
/sɪˈkjʊə(ɹ)/ safe and protected from danger or harm
alert B2
/əˈlɝt/ Awake, watchful, and quick to notice things.
siren B2
/ˈsaɪɹən/ a device that produces a loud, rising and falling sound as a warning, or the sound it makes
crisis B1
/ˈkɹɑesɪs/ A time of serious danger, difficulty, or trouble.
adventure A2
/ədˈvɛn.t͡ʃɚ/ An exciting or unusual experience, often involving some risk or danger.
shelter B1
/ˈʃɛltəɹ/ A place that gives protection from bad weather or danger.

Social Issues & Human Rights (65)

freedom A2
/ˈfɹi.dəm/ The state of being free and able to do what you want.
civil B1
/ˈsɪvəl/ Polite and reasonable, even when you disagree with someone.
protest B1
/ˈpɹoʊ.tɛst/ A strong public expression of disagreement or disapproval.
privilege B2
/ˈpɹɪv.ɪ.lɪd͡ʒ/ A special right or advantage that only some people have.
nigger C2
/ˈnɪɡɚ/ extremely offensive racial slur directed at a Black person; included for understanding historical texts, never as a neutral term
poverty B1
/ˈpɑːvɚti/ The state of being very poor and having little money.
welfare B2
/ˈwɛlˌfɛɚ/ The health, happiness, and general well-being of a person or group.
orphanage C2
/ˈɔːr.fən.ɪdʒ/ a residential institution that houses and cares for children without parents or guardians
Negro C2
/ˈniɡroʊ/ dated and now generally offensive: a historical racial label for a Black person; retained in quotations and some historical institutional names
brothel C2
/ˈbɹɔθəl/ a building where prostitutes are available
prostitution C2
/ˌprɑː.stəˈtuː.ʃən/ the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for money or other payment
liberation B1
/ˌlɪbəˈɹeɪʃən/ The act of setting someone or something free, or the state of being free.
refugee B2
/ˈɹɛfjʊd͡ʒiː/ A person who has been forced to leave their country because of war, persecution, or disaster.
equality B1
/ɪˈkwɑ.lɪ.ti/ The state of everyone being treated the same and having the same rights.
minority B1
/maɪˈnoɹ.ɪ.ti/ The smaller part of a group; less than half.
racism B2
/ˈɹeɪsɪzm̩/ Unfair treatment of people because they belong to a particular race.
disability B1
/dɪsəˈbɪlɪti/ A physical or mental condition that limits what a person can do.
oppression B1
/əˈpɹɛʃən/ The act of treating people cruelly and unfairly over a long time, or the state of being treated this way.
discrimination B1
/dɪˌskɹɪm.əˈneɪʃən/ Unfair treatment of a person or group because of their race, sex, age, or other quality.
slum B2
/slʌm/ a crowded urban area characterized by severely inadequate housing, poverty, and poor living conditions
alms C1
/ɑmz/ money, food, clothing, or other aid given to poor people as an act of charity
liberator C1
/ˈlɪb.ə.reɪ.tɚ/ a person, group, or thing that frees someone from captivity, oppression, or another constraint
inequality C1
/ˌɪn.ɪˈkwɑ.lɪ.ti/ An unfair difference between groups of people, especially in wealth or opportunity.
workhouse C2
/ˈwɝkˌhaʊs/ historically in Britain, an institution where poor people received lodging and food in return for compulsory labor

Ethics & Social Judgment (296)

just A1
/[d͡ʒʌst]/ A very short time ago.
wrong A1
/ɹæŋ/ Not correct; mistaken or untrue.
fault A2
/fɔlt/ Responsibility for something bad that has happened.
straight A2
/stɹeɪt/ Going in one direction without bending or curving.
fair A2
/ˈfɜː/ Treating everyone equally and according to the rules.
honor A2
/ˈɑ.nɚ/ Great respect given to someone who is admired or important.
respect B1
/ɹɪˈspɛkt/ A feeling of admiration or high regard for someone or something.
blame A2
/bleɪm/ To say or think that someone or something is the cause of something bad.
suspicious B2
/səˈspɪʃ.əs/ Making you feel that something is wrong or dishonest.
moral B1
/ˈmoɹəl/ Relating to what is right and wrong in people's behavior.
punish B1
/ˈpʌnɪʃ/ To make someone suffer for something wrong they have done.
praise B1
/pɹeɪz/ Words that show approval or admiration for someone or something.
unfair A2
/ʌnˈfɛɚ/ Not fair; not treating people equally or in a just way.
dignity B2
/ˈdɪɡnɪti/ The quality of being worthy of respect, and of respecting yourself.
disgrace B2
/dɪsˈɡɹeɪs/ The loss of other people's respect and the shame that comes with it.
honorable B2
/ˈɑn.ə.ɹəbl̩/ Deserving respect and praise.
presume C1
/pɹɪˈz(j)um/ To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
virtue B2
/ˈvɜːt͡ʃuː/ A good moral quality in a person.
injustice C1
/ɪnˈd͡ʒʌs.tɪs/ Lack of fairness; a situation in which people are treated wrongly or unfairly.
unacceptable B2
/ˌʌn.ækˈsɛp.tə.bl̩/ So bad or wrong that it cannot be allowed or approved.
unreasonable B2
/ʌnˈɹiːz.(ə)nə.bl̩/ Not fair or sensible; asking for more than is right
purity C1
/ˈpjʊɹɪti/ the state of being clean and not mixed with anything else
admirable B2
/ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/ Deserving respect and approval.
unnatural B2
/ʌnˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹəl/ Not normal; different from what usually happens in nature

Cause, Change & Process (527)

make A1
/meɪk/ To create or produce something.
better A1
/ˈbɛt.ə/ Of a higher quality or standard than something else.
turn A1
/tɔːn/ A change in the direction you are moving or facing.
change A1
/ˈt͡ʃæ̝ɪ̯nd͡ʒ/ The act or result of something becoming different.
making B2
/ˈmeɪkɪŋ/ The act or process of producing or creating something.
become A1
/bɪˈkʌm/ To start to be something; to change into a particular state.
cause A2
/kɔz/ The thing or person that makes something happen.
white A1
/ˈwaɪt/ Having the colour of fresh snow or milk; the lightest colour.
peter C2
/ˈpiː.tɚ/ usually peter out: to diminish gradually in strength, quantity, or activity and finally stop
upset A2
/ɐpˈset/ Unhappy, worried, or distressed.
green A1
/ɡɹin/ The colour of grass and leaves, between yellow and blue.
slow A1
/slaː/ Not moving or happening quickly.
create A2
/kɹiːˈeɪt/ To bring something into existence.
process B1
/ˈpɹɑ.sɛs/ A series of actions or steps taken to achieve a result.
signal B1
/ˈsɪɡnəl/ A sound, gesture, or light used to give information, a warning, or an order.
effect A2
/əˈfɛkt/ A change or result produced by an action or cause.
awake A1
/əˈweɪk/ Not sleeping.
result A1
/ɹɪˈzʌlt/ Something that happens because of an earlier action or event.
direct A2
/dɑɪˈɹekt/ Going straight from one point to another, without stops or detours.
freeze A2
/ˈfɹiːz/ To become solid or turn to ice because of cold.
steady B1
/ˈstɛdi/ Firm and not shaking or moving.
arrange A2
/əˈɹeɪnd͡ʒ/ To make plans for something to happen.
mix A2
/ˈmɪks/ To combine two or more things so they become one.
practically B2
/ˈpɹæktɪk(ə)li/ Almost; very nearly.

Abstract Ideas (432)

found B2
/ˈfæʊ̯nd/ To start or set up an institution, company, or organization.
important A1
/ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt/ Having great value or meaning; mattering a lot.
truth A2
/tɹuθ/ The real facts about something, rather than what is imagined or invented.
beauty A2
/ˈbjuti/ The quality of being very pleasing to look at or experience.
meaning A2
/ˈmi.nɪŋ/ What a word, sign, or action expresses or stands for.
purpose A2
/ˈpɝpəs/ The reason why something is done or made.
reality B1
/ɹiˈæləti/ The way things really are, as opposed to how they are imagined or hoped to be.
useless B1
/ˈjuːs.ləs/ Not useful; having no practical value or purpose.
value A2
/ˈvæl.ju/ How much something is worth in money.
ability A2
/əˈbɪl.ə.ti/ the fact of being able to do something
useful A2
/ˈjusfl̩/ Helpful or able to be used for a practical purpose.
teaching B1
/ˈtiːt͡ʃɪŋ/ The job or activity of giving lessons to students.
existence B1
/ɛɡˈzɪs.təns/ The fact or state of being real or present.
intention B1
/ɪnˈtɛnʃn̩/ what you plan or mean to do.
symbol A2
/ˈsɪmbəl/ A thing that stands for or represents an idea, quality, or feeling.
concept B1
/ˈkɑn.sɛpt/ an abstract idea or general notion
wisdom A2
/ˈwɪzdəm/ The ability to make good decisions using knowledge and experience.
absurd B2
/æbˈsɚd/ completely unreasonable or silly; ridiculous
specifically B1
/spəˈsəf.ə.kli/ In a clear and exact way, naming one particular thing.
ideal A2
/aɪˈdi(ə)l/ The best possible; perfect for a particular purpose.
creation B2
/kriːˈeɪʃən/ The act of making or bringing something into existence.
accidentally B1
/ˌæk.sɪˈdɛnt(ə)li/ By chance and not on purpose.
principle B1
/ˈprɪnsəpəl/ A basic truth or rule that explains how something works or guides how you act.
consciousness B2
/ˈkɑnʃəsnəs/ The state of being awake and able to think and notice things.

Actions & Processes (1,274)

get A1
/ɡɪt/ To receive or obtain something.
want A1
/wɑnt/ To feel that you would like to have or do something.
let A1
/lɛt/ To allow someone to do something or allow something to happen.
need A1
/nid/ To require something because it is necessary or very important.
please A1
/pliz/ Used to make a request more polite.
give A1
/ɡɪv/ To hand something to someone so they can have it.
help A1
/hɛlp/ To do something that makes things easier or better for someone.
put A1
/pʊt/ To move something into a particular place or position.
keep A1
/kiːp/ To continue to have something and not give it away.
OK A1
/ˌoʊˈkeɪ/ Satisfactory; good enough but not excellent.
care A2
/kɛɚ/ To feel that something is important to you or to feel concern about it.
try A1
/tɹaɪ/ To make an effort to do something.
best A1
/ˈbɛst/ Of the highest quality; better than all others.
ready A1
/ˈɹed.i/ Fully prepared and able to do something or be used right away.
hold A2
/hold/ To carry or keep something in your hands or arms.
use A1
/jus/ To do something with a tool, object, or method to get a result.
happen A1
/ˈhæpən/ To take place or occur.
chance A2
/t͡ʃæns/ An opportunity to do something.
set B1
/sɛt/ To put or place something in a particular position.
free A1
/friː/ Costing no money.
hurry B1
/ˈhʌ.ɹi/ To do something or move quickly because there is little time.
cannot A1
/ˈkæ(n.)nɑt/ To be unable to do something.
glad B1
/ɡlæd/ Happy and pleased about something.
luck A2
/lʌk/ Good things that happen to you by chance rather than through your own effort.