A1/həˈloʊ/
interjectionA greeting used when meeting someone
Hello! How are you today?
A1/ˈwɔːtər/
nounA clear liquid that people drink
Can I have a glass of water?
A1/ˈfæm.ɪ.li/
nounA group of people related to each other
My family lives in Spain.
A1/haʊs/
nounA building where people live
We live in a small house near the park.
A1/iːt/
verbTo put food in your mouth and swallow it
I eat breakfast at seven o'clock.
A1/wɔːk/
verbTo move forward by putting one foot in front of the other
I walk to school every day.
A1/bɪɡ/
adjectiveLarge in size
That is a very big dog.
A1/ˈhæp.i/
adjectiveFeeling pleased or joyful
She was very happy on her birthday.
A1/bʊk/
nounA set of printed pages held together with a cover
I am reading an interesting book.
A1/frend/
nounA person you like and enjoy spending time with
Maria is my best friend.
A1/skuːl/
nounA place where children go to learn
The children go to school at eight o'clock.
A1/deɪ/
nounA period of 24 hours
Monday is the first day of the week.
A1/neɪm/
nounThe word that a person or thing is known by
My name is John.
A1/ˈmʌð.ər/
nounA female parent
My mother cooks dinner every evening.
A1/wɜːrk/
verbTo do a job to earn money
She works in a hospital.
A1/ɡʊd/
adjectiveOf high quality or standard; satisfactory
That was a good film.
A2/ˈbjuː.tɪ.fəl/
adjectiveVery attractive or pleasing to look at
What a beautiful sunset!
A2/ˈdʒɜː.ni/
nounA long trip from one place to another
The journey took three hours by train.
A2/ˈnɜː.vəs/
adjectiveWorried or anxious about something
She was nervous before her exam.
A2/ˈweð.ər/
nounThe conditions outside, such as rain, sun, or wind
The weather is sunny today.
A2/dɪˈsaɪd/
verbTo choose something after thinking about it
I decided to study English.
A2/ˈprɒb.ləm/
nounA situation that is difficult and needs to be solved
We need to find a solution to this problem.
A2/ˈhel.θi/
adjectiveIn good physical condition; not sick
Eating vegetables helps you stay healthy.
A2/ˈspeʃ.əl/
adjectiveDifferent from what is usual; important
Today is a very special occasion.
A2/ˈpræk.tɪs/
verbTo do something repeatedly in order to improve
You should practice speaking English every day.
A2/ˈkʌl.tʃər/
nounThe customs, beliefs, and arts of a society
I am learning about Japanese culture.
A2/ˈfjuː.tʃər/
nounThe time that will come after the present
What do you want to do in the future?
B1/ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/
nounThe natural world around us, including air, water, and land
We must protect the environment for future generations.
B1/ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.ti/
nounA chance to do something good or useful
This job is a great opportunity to learn new skills.
B1/əˈtʃiːv/
verbTo succeed in doing something after effort
She worked hard to achieve her goals.
B1/nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/
verbTo discuss something to try to reach an agreement
They negotiated a better salary with their employer.
B1/ˈɪn.flu.əns/
verbTo have an effect on someone or something
Social media can influence people's opinions.
B1/sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kənt/
adjectiveImportant or large enough to have a noticeable effect
There has been a significant improvement in her grades.
B1/trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
adjectiveRelating to customs or beliefs passed down over time
We had a traditional meal for the holiday.
B1/ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns/
nounA result or effect of an action
There are serious consequences for breaking the rules.
B1/əˈsjuːm/
verbTo believe something is true without proof
Don't assume that everyone agrees with you.
B1/ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/
nounThe system by which a country manages its money and trade
The country's economy has been growing steadily.
B2/səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl/
adjectiveAble to continue without damaging the environment or depleting resources
We need more sustainable energy sources to fight climate change.
B2/fɪˈnɒm.ɪ.nɒn/
nounA fact or event that exists and can be observed
Social media is a fascinating cultural phenomenon.
B2/pəˈspek.tɪv/
nounA particular way of considering something
Try to see the situation from the other person's perspective.
B2/ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl/
adjectiveCertain to happen and impossible to avoid
Change is inevitable in any growing organization.
B2/ˈdem.ən.streɪt/
verbTo show or prove something clearly
The experiment demonstrates how light bends in water.
B2/ˈkɒn.trə.vɜː.si/
nounStrong public disagreement about something
The new law has caused considerable controversy.
B2/ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt.li/
adverbIn a way that achieves results without wasting time or effort
She managed the project very efficiently.
B2/haɪˈpɒθ.ɪ.sɪs/
nounAn idea that is suggested as a possible explanation and needs to be tested
Scientists must test their hypothesis with experiments.
B2/ˌɪm.plɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
nounA possible result or effect of an action or decision
Have you considered all the implications of this decision?
C1/juːˈbɪk.wɪ.təs/
adjectiveSeeming to appear or exist everywhere at the same time
Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern life.
C1/æmˈbɪv.ə.lənt/
adjectiveHaving mixed or contradictory feelings about something
She felt ambivalent about leaving her hometown for the new job.
C1/præɡˈmæt.ɪk/
adjectiveDealing with problems in a practical way rather than following fixed ideas
We need to take a more pragmatic approach to this problem.
C1/ˈel.ə.kwənt/
adjectiveExpressing ideas fluently and in a way that is persuasive or moving
Her eloquent speech moved the entire audience.
C1/ˈnjuː.ɑːns/
nounA subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound
He appreciated the nuances of French cuisine.
C1/ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/
verbTo examine something very carefully and critically
The committee scrutinized every detail of the proposal.
C1/ˈpær.ə.daɪm/
nounA model or pattern that represents how something works
The internet created a new paradigm for communication.
C1/ɑːˈtɪk.jʊ.lət/
adjectiveAble to express ideas clearly and effectively
She is a very articulate speaker who explains ideas clearly.
C1/ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/
verbTo make something less severe, serious, or painful
We must find ways to mitigate the effects of climate change.
C1/ˈkæt.ə.lɪst/
nounSomething that causes or speeds up a change or event
The financial crisis was a catalyst for major policy reform.
C2/ˈsɪk.ə.fænt/
nounA person who flatters others excessively to gain advantage
Surrounded by sycophants, the leader never heard honest advice.
C2/ɪˈfem.ər.əl/
adjectiveLasting for a very short time
Fame can be ephemeral — enjoyed briefly and quickly forgotten.
C2/ˌpɜː.spɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs/
adjectiveHaving a ready insight; showing great mental penetration or discernment
A perspicacious observer noticed the flaw in the argument immediately.
C2/prəˈpɪʃ.əs/
adjectiveGiving a good chance of success; favorable
The clear skies were propitious for the outdoor ceremony.
C2/ɪˈkwɪv.ə.keɪt/
verbTo use ambiguous language to avoid commitment or to mislead
The politician equivocated rather than giving a direct answer.
C2/ˈsɒl.ɪp.sɪ.z(ə)m/
nounThe philosophical idea that only one's own mind is certain to exist
His solipsism made it difficult for him to empathize with others.