SECRETARÍA DE EDUCACIÓN

SUBSECRETARIA DE EDUCACIÓN BÁSICA Y MEDIA SUPERIOR

DIRECCIÓN DE BACHILLERATOS ESTATALES Y PREPARATORIA ABIERTA

LISTA DE PALABRAS A2
A2 DEFINITION EXAMPLE
1 above At or to a higher place or position than something/somebody. Her name comes above mine on the lis.t
accident Something bad that happens that is not expected or intended and that often damages something or
2 injures someone. Martha had a car accident and gor her arm broken.
3 across Going from one side to the other side of something. I walked across the street.
4 actually Used in speaking to emphasize a fact or a comment, or that something is really true. Actually this is my pencil.
5 adult A person or animal that has grown to full size and strength. An adult under English law is someone over 18 years old.
6 adventure An unusual, exciting or dangerous experience, journey or series of events. Alfre described science as the greatest adventure in the world.
7 afraid Feeling fear, or feeling worry about the possible results of a particular situation. She was afraid for her children.
8 after Later than something; following something in time. We will go after doing homework.
9 against Disagreeing with a plan or activity. She spoke against the decision to close the college.
10 actor A person who performs on the stage, on television or in films, especially as a profession He is one of the best actors.
11 almost Near to something. She's almost 30.
appointment (propue) A formal arrangement to meet or visit somebody at a particular time, especially for a reason
12 connected with their work. I have got a dental appointment at 3 o'clock.
13 amazing Extremely surprising Messi is going to vost an amazing amount of money.
14 among Surrounded by somebody/something; in the middle of somebody/something I was swomming among sharks.
15 angry Having a strong feeling against someone who has behaved badly. I don't understand what he's angry about.
16 apartment A set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a building. He was evicted from his Manhattan apartment.
17 able To have the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something. A viral illness left her barely able to walk.

accident Something bad that happens that is not expected or intended and that often damages something or
18 injures someone. I had an accident at work.
19 actually Used in speaking to emphasize a fact or a comment, or that something is really true. I actually do not know what are you talking about.
20 adverb A word that describes or gives more information about a verb. I am slowly doing my homework.
21 adjective A word that describes a noun or pronoun. She is happy with her new dog.
22 advertisement A notice, picture or film telling people about a product, job or service. You can place an advertisement on a classifieds website.
bandage A long, narrow piece of cloth that is tied around an injury or a part of someone's body that has been
23 hurt. He wound a small bandage round her finger.
24 barbecue An outdoor meal or party when food is cooked in this way. Let´s have a barbecue!

baseball A game played especially in North America by two teams of nine players, in which a player hits a ball
25 with a bat and tries to run around four bases on a large field before the other team returns the ball. Let´s play baseball!
26 badly Without skill or care, not succesfully. He plays fifa so badly. / Things have been going badly.
27 bicycle A two-wheeled vehicle that you sit on and move by turning the two pedals. I want to buy a new bicycle.
28 biology The scientific study of the life and structure of plants and animals. She's a professor of biology at BUAP.
29 blackboard A dark surface on a wall or frame that a teacher writes on with chalk. The lecturer illustrated his point with a diagram on the blackboard.
30 blanket-blood Book writen by Eileen Wharton. I loved reading blanket of blood, such a good book!
31 boat A small vehicle for travelling on water. I love travelling on boats.
32 bake To cook inside an oven, without using added liquid or fat. I was singing while the cake was baking.
33 belt A strip of leather or material worn around the waist to support clothes or for decoration. She fastened her belt tightly around her waist.
balloon.
34 A small bag made of very thin rubber that becomes larger and rounder when you fill it with air or gas. They tied the balloons to the back of the car.
35 bother To annoy or cause problems for someone. Don't bother your father when he's working.
battery A device that is placed inside a car engine, clock, radio, etc. and that produces the electricity that
36 makes it work. The batery of my phone is not working fine.
37 building A structure with walls and a roof, such as a house or factory. The once-empty site was now covered with buildings.
borrow
38 To take and use something that belongs to somebody else, and return it to them at a later time. Can I borrow your umbrella?
39 bus station A place where buses start and end their routes. I was waiting for her in the buss station.
40 business The activity of buying and selling goods and services. He's in the frozen food business.
busy
41 Having a lot to do; perhaps not free to do something else because you are working on something. She was always too busy to listen.
42 bookshop A shop or website where books are sold. I work three mornings a week at the bookshop.
43 beginner A person who is starting to learn something and cannot do it very well yet. This class is for begginers.
44 capital A city that is the centre of government of a country or smaller political area. London used to be the financial capital of the world.
cent A coin and unit of money worth 1% of the main unit of money in many countries, for example of the A one-minute phone call to the UK cost 10 cents.
45 US dollar or of the euro.
careful Giving a lot of attention to what you are doing so that you do not have an accident, make a mistake,
46 or damage something. Be careful with the glasses.
47 carpet Thick material used for covering floors. He spent the morning laying the new carpet.
48 carrot A long pointed orange root vegetable. I will take a glass of carrot juice please.
cartoon A drawing, especially in a newspaper or magazine, that tells a joke or makes a humorous political
49 criticism. He is the creator of a successful cartoon series.
50 cathedral The main church of a district, under the care of a bishop. I visited Puebla´s catredal.
51 competitor A person, team, or company that is competing against others. Their prices are better than any of their competitors.
52 centimeter A unit for measuring length. There are 100 centimetres in a metre.
53 century A period of 100 years. This sculpture must be centuries old.
chat room An area on the internet where people can communicate with each other, usually about one particular
54 topic. You can't believe all the stories you hear in internet chat rooms.
chemist
55 A person who studies chemistry, or a scientist who works with chemicals or studies their reactions. She worked as a chemist for the water company.
56 cash Money in the form of coins or notes. How much cash do you have on you?
57 ceiling The inside surface of a room that you can see when you look above you. I got a crick in my neck from painting the ceiling.
58 century A period of 100 years. This sculpture must be centuries old.
59 colleague One of a group of people who work together. We're entertaining some colleagues of Carol's tonight.
60 college A place where students go to study or to receive training after they have left school. I went to the Royal college of art.
61 comfortable Making you feel physically relaxed; pleasant to wear, sit on. It's such a comfortable bed.
curtain A piece of material, especially cloth, that hangs across a window or opening to make a room or part
62 of a room dark or private. Heavy curtains blocked out the sunlight.
63 daily Happening, done or produced every day. Many people still read a daily newspaper.
64 dancer Someone who dances either as a job or for pleasure. He's a dancer in the Royal Ballet.
65 dangerous Likely to injure or harm somebody, or to damage or destroy something. The situation is extremely dangerous.
66 decide To choose something, especially after thinking carefully about several possibilities. They have to decide by next Friday.
67 dead No longer alive. My grand parents died 2 years ago.
68 danger The possibility of harm or death to someone. He drove so fast that I really felt my life was in danger.
69 dentist A person whose job is to take care of people’s teeth. I went to the dentist yesterday.
department store
70 large shop divided into several different parts, each of which sells different things. He's got a job demonstrating kitchen equipment in a department store.
71 diary A book in which you record your thoughts or feelings or what has happened each day. Ana Frank had a diary.
difference The way in which two people or things are not like each other; the way in which He was studying the similarities and differences between humans and
72 somebody/something has changed. animals.
deep Going or being a long way down from the top or surface, or being of a particular distance from the
73 top to the bottom. The hole is so deep you can't see the bottom.
delay A period of time when somebody/something has to wait because of a problem that makes something
74 slow or late. Increased congestion and traffic delays are expected.
75 digital camera A type of camera that records images that can be looked at on a computer. I want to buy a new dugutal camera.
76 discount An amount of money that is taken off the usual cost of something. I got a discount on my shoes.
77 describe To say or write what someone or something is like. Could you describe your attacker?
78 dessert Sweet food eaten at the end of a meal. That was a delicious chocolate dessert.
dolphin-dinosaur I saw a dolphin-dinosaur fossil in the museum, the guide told me that its real
79 Dolhin like animal that existed millions of years ago. name was Ichthyosaurs.
80 double Twice as much. I will take a double espresso.
download To copy or move programs or information into a computer's memory, especially from the internet or
81 a larger computer. You can download the app for free.
82 downstairs To or on a lower floor of a building, especially the ground floor. I went downstairs to answer the phone.
83 enough As much as is necessary; in the amount or to the degree needed. There are 25 textbooks per class. That should be enough.
84 electric Connected with electricity; using, produced by or producing electricity. I loved my new electric guitar.
electricity A form of energy that can be produced in several ways and that provides power to devices that create
85 light, heat, etc. The electricity has been turned off.
elephant A very large animal with thick grey skin, large ears, two curved outer teeth called tusks and a long I hate that circus use real animals like elephants, they must not use animal
86 nose called a trunk. There are two types of elephant, the African and the Asian. since they are not meant to be trated like that.
87 euro The unit of money used in most European Union countries. I need to change my pounds into euros.
emotion
88 A strong feeling such as love, fear or anger; the part of a person’s character that consists of feelings. Fear is a normal human emotion.
engineer A person whose job is to design or build machines, engines, or electrical equipment, or things such as
89 roads, railways, or bridges, using scientific principles. My cousin is a civil engineer.
90 earn To get money for work that you do. She must earn a fortune.
91 envelope A flat, usually square or rectangular, paper container for a letter. I folded the letter in half and put it in an envelope.
eraser A small piece of rubber or a similar substance, used for removing pencil marks from paper; a piece of
92 soft material used for removing chalk marks from a blackboard. The teacher lost her ereaser.
93 everything All things. You brought all the movies, nice!
 examination A formal written, spoken or practical test, especially at school or college, to see how much you know
94 about a subject, or what you can do. The issue needs further examination.
95 excellent Extremely good. The food was excellent.
96 except Used before you mention the only thing or person about which a statement is not true. We work every day except Sunday.
97 exactly Used when you are giving or asking for information that is completely correct. The journey took exactly three hours.
98 exercise Physical or mental activity that you do to stay healthy or become stronger. Swimming is good exercise.
99 engine A machine that uses the energy from liquid fuel or steam to produce movement. My car's been having engine trouble recently.
100 fame The state of being known and talked about by many people. Daisy Ridley of ‘Star Wars’ fame.
101 fail To not succeed in what you are trying to achieve or are expected to do. He failed in his attempt to break the record.
102 fantastic extremely good; excellent He's done a fantastic job.
103 farmer Someone who owns or takes care of a farm. He is a beef cattle farmer.
fashion
104 A popular style of clothes, hair, etc. at a particular time or place; the state of being popular. Long skirts have come into fashion again.
fast food Hot food such as hamburgers that is quick to cook or is already cooked and is therefore served very
105 quickly in a restaurant. I love eating fast food.
106 fair Acceptable and appropriate in a particular situation. The punishment was very fair.
107 feel To experience something physical or emotional. How would you feel about moving to a different city?
108 few Used with plural nouns and a plural verb to mean ‘a small number’, ‘some’. We've had a few replies.
file Any of several different types of container used to store papers, letters, and other documents in an
109 ordered way, especially in an office. You'll find it in the files under "C".
110 fill To make something full of something; to become full of something. Smoke filled the room.
111 finally After a long time or some difficulty. We finally got home at midnight.
112 flame A hot bright stream of burning gas that comes from something that is on fire. The plane burst into flames.
fog A weather condition in which very small drops of water come together to form a thick cloud close to
113 the land or sea, making it difficult to see. Mist, fog, and snow are common in this area.
114 foggy Not clear because of fog. He was driving much too fast for the foggy conditions.
115 fried Cooked in hot oil or fat. I love fried chicken.
116 foreign In or from a country that is not your own. What foreign languages do you speak?
117 foreigner A person who comes from a different country. The fact that I was a foreigner was a big disadvantage.
forest A large area of land covered with trees and plants, usually larger than a wood, or the trees and plants
118 themselves. The children got lost in the forest.
119 fridge A piece of electrical equipment in which food is kept cold so that it stays fresh. The kids tend to raid the fridge when they get home from school.
120 fresh New or different. The original orders were cancelled and I was given fresh instructions.
furniture Objects that can be moved, such as tables, chairs and beds, that are put into a house or an office to
121 make it suitable for living or working in. We need to buy some new furniture.
gate A part of a fence or outside wall that is fixed at one side and opens and closes like a door, usually
122 made of metal or wooden strips. The lift won't move if the safety gate isn't shut properly.
123 garage A building for keeping one or more cars or other vehicles in. Did you shut the garage door?
garlic
124 A plant of the onion family that has a strong taste and smell and is used in cooking to add flavour. This recipe takes four cloves of garlic.
125 gas station A place where fuel is sold for road vehicles, often with a small shop. I will get there in a bit, I am in the gas station.
126 gift A thing that you give to somebody, especially on a special occasion or to say thank you. Thank you for your generous gift.
127 grandchild The child of your son or daughter. Now I see my grandchildren every week.
128 grandfather The father of your father or mother. The firm had been founded by his grandfather.
129 grape A small, round, purple or pale green fruit that you can eat or make into wine. He pulled another grape off the bunch and popped it into his mouth.
130 grilled Cooked over fire or hot coals, usually on a metal frame. I love grilled shrimp.
131 girlfriend A girl or a woman that somebody is having a romantic relationship with. He’s got a new girlfriend.
guest A person who is staying with you, or a person you have invited to a social occasion, such as a party or
132 a meal. 150 guests were invited to the wedding.
133 guidebook A book that gives information about a place for travellers or tourists. I need I guide book for Mexico.
glove A piece of clothing that is worn on the hand and wrist for warmth or protection, with separate parts
134 for each finger. Those gloves look nice and warm.
135 half-price The fact of costing half the usual price. I bought a half-price t-shirt.
hairdryer An electrical device, usually held in the hand, that blows out hot air and is used for drying a person's
136 hair. I want to buy a new hairdryer.
137 half Either of two equal parts into which something is or can be divided. An hour and a half is allowed for the exam.
138 handbag A small bag for money, keys, make-up, etc., carried especially by women. I've got far too much clobber in my handbag.
139 happen To take place, especially without being planned. You'll never guess what's happened!
140 ham Pig's meat from the leg or shoulder, preserved with salt or smoke. The ham was studded with cloves.
141 headache A continuous pain in the head. He had a terrible headache.
142 healthy Strong and well. She's a normal, healthy child.
143 heart The organ in the chest that sends blood around the body, usually on the left in humans. The patient's heart stopped beating for a few seconds.
144 heating The system that keeps a building warm. Is the heating on?
helicopter An aircraft without wings that has large blades on top that go round. It can fly straight up from the
145 ground and can also stay in one position in the air. He was rushed to the hospital by helicopter.
high Being a large distance from top to bottom or a long way above the ground, or having the stated
146 distance from top to bottom. It's two and a half metres high and one metre wide.
147 hill An area of land that is higher than the land around it, but not as high as a mountain. The house is built on the side of a hill overlooking the river.
hip The area at either side of the body between the top of the leg and the middle part of the body; the
148 joint at the top of the leg that connects it with the top part of the body. These jeans are too tight around the hips.
hockey A game played on a field by two teams of 11 players, with curved sticks and a small hard ball. Teams
149 try to hit the ball into the other team’s goal. She plays hockey in the winter.
150 hurry To move or do things more quickly than normal or to make someone do this. Hurry or you'll be late.
151 hurried Done very or too quickly. We left early, after a hurried breakfast.
152 hurt To cause physical pain to somebody/yourself; to injure somebody/yourself. Strong light hurts my eyes.
ID card A valid driver's license, state ID card, passport or other photo ID is required as
153 An identity card. proof of identity.
154 immediately Now or without waiting or thinking. We really ought to leave immediately.
if Used to say that one thing can, will or might happen or be true, depending on another thing
155 happening or being true. If you see him, give him this note.
156 include To make somebody/something part of something. You should include some examples in your essay.
157 information Facts about a situation, person, event, etc. Do you have any information about it?
insect
158 Any small creature with six legs and a body divided into three parts. Insects usually also have wings. Ants, bees and flies are all insects.
159 insects Plural of the word insect. Most birds spend most of the day eating insects
160 instead In place of someone or something else. There's no coffee, would you like a cup of tea instead?
161 instability Uncertainty caused by the possibility of a sudden change in the present situation. The building's instability makes it extremely dangerous.
162 instructions Detailed information on how to do or use something. Follow the instructions on the packet carefully.
163 instrument An object, such as a piano, guitar, or drum, that is played to produce musical sounds. Which instrument do you play?
164 improve To become better than before; to make something/somebody better than before. Overall the situation has improved dramatically.
165 international Involving more than one country. She was the boss of a large international company.
166 island information The information related to a place. This is the new island information.
167 itself Used when the animal or thing that does an action is also affected by it. The cat was washing itself.
jam
168 A thick sweet substance made by boiling fruit with sugar, often sold in jars and spread on bread. I love strawberry jam.
jazz A type of modern music originally developed by African-Americans, with a rhythm in which the strong
169 notes often come before the beat. I've never really gone in for classical music, but I love jazz.
jump
170 To move quickly off the ground or away from a surface by pushing yourself with your legs and feet. She jumped down from the chair.
jelly A sweet soft food made by cooking fruit with sugar to preserve it. It is smooth, without any pieces of
171 fruit in it. Jelly is eaten on bread. I've made a strawberry jelly for the children's tea.
jewellery Decorative objects worn on your clothes or body that are usually made from valuable metals, such as
172 gold and silver, and precious stones. The jewellery showed exquisite craftsmanship.
173 just Now, very soon, or very recently. I'll just finish this, then we can go.
174 lake A large area of water that is surrounded by land. We swam in the lake.
lamp
175 A device for giving light, especially one that has a covering or is contained within something. They gave us a sunray lamp.
176 laptop A computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and is flat when closed. I always take my laptop when I travel.
177 left-hand On the left side of something. The top left-hand corner of the page.
178 jump To push yourself suddenly off the ground and into the air using your legs. The children were jumping up and down with excitement.
179 less Used with uncountable nouns to mean ‘a smaller amount of’. He was advised to smoke fewer cigarettes and drink less beer.
180 Jupiter The planet fifth in order of distance from the Sun, after Mars and before Saturn. In Roman times a temple to Jupiter stood here.
karaoke A type of entertainment in which a machine plays only the music of popular songs so that people can
181 sing the words themselves. I love karaoke time.
182 kayaking The activity or sport of travelling in a kayak. He loves kayaking.
183 keep To have or continue to have in your possession. Do you want this photograph back or can I keep it?
184 keyboard The set of keys on a computer or typewriter that you press in order to make it work. Switch off the computer and unplug the keyboard.
185 kill To make somebody/something die. Tiredness while driving can kill.
186 kilogram A unit of mass equal to 1,000 grams. I bought three kilograms of plums.
187 kilometer unit of measurement equal to 1,000 meters He walks two kilometers to work every morning.
188 kind A group of people or things that are the same in some way; a particular variety or type. What kind of house do you live in?
189 kit A set of things, such as tools or clothes, used for a particular purpose or activity. I need a new medical kit.
190 litre A unit for measuring volume. I drink 2 litres of water everyday.
191 lake A large area of water that is surrounded by land. We stayed in a hotel on the edge of Lake Ontario.
lamp
192 A device for giving light, especially one that has a covering or is contained within something. They gave us a sunray lamp.
193 large Big in size or quantity. There were some very large amounts of money involved.
194 latest Newest or most recent or modern. Have you seen her latest movie?
laugh
195 To make the sounds and movements of your face that show you think something is funny or silly. When I heard her excuse, I just laughed.
196 lazy Not willing to work or use any effort. He's too lazy to walk to work.
197 least Less than anything or anyone else; the smallest amount or number. This group is the least likely of the four to win.
leather
198 Animal skin treated in order to preserve it, and used to make shoes, bags, clothes, equipment, etc. I love my new leather jacket.
199 left On or towards the side of your body that is to the west when you are facing north. His left eye was heavily bandaged.
lemon A yellow citrus fruit with juice that has a bitter, sharp taste. Slices of lemon and lemon juice are used
200 in cooking and drinks. Can you pleasea dd a squeeze of lemon juice?
lend To give something to somebody or allow them to use something that belongs to you, which they have
201 to return to you later. They will lend equipment free of charge.
202 less Used with uncountable nouns to mean ‘a smaller amount of’. He was advised to smoke fewer cigarettes and drink less beer.
let To allow something to happen or someone to do something by not doing anything to stop an action
203 or by giving your permission. She wanted to go but her parents wouldn't let her.
204 level The height of something in relation to the ground or to what it used to be. The cables are buried one metre below ground level.
library A building, room, or organization that has a collection of books, documents, music, and sometimes
205 things such as tools or artwork, for people to borrow, usually without payment. Some libraries were lending MP3 players to students.
206 lie To be in or move into a horizontal position on a surface. A cat lay in front of the fire.
207 lift To raise somebody/something or be raised to a higher position or level. I lifted the lid of the box and peered in.
208 line A long, thin mark on the surface of something. Sign your name on the dotted line.

list A record of short pieces of information, such as people's names, usually written or printed with a
209 single thing on each line and often ordered in a way that makes a particular thing easy to find. Is your name on the list?
210 litre A unit for measuring volume. I drink 2 litres of water everyday.
211 look after To be responsible for or to take care of somebody/something/yourself. Who's going to look after the children while you're away?
212 lose To no longer have something because you do not know where it is. He's always losing his car keys.
213 lost Not knowing where you are and how to get to a place. I've lost my ticket.
214 loud Making a lot of noise. She spoke in a very loud voice.
215 lovely Beautiful; attractive. She looks lovely tonight.
216 low Not measuring much from the base to the top. The garden was surrounded by a low hedge.
217 luck Good things that happen to you by chance, not because of your own efforts or abilities. It was a stroke of luck that we found you.
218 lucky Having good things happen to you by chance. He's lucky that he wasn't fired.
219 luggage Bags, cases, etc. that contain somebody's clothes and things when they are travelling. There's room for one more piece of luggage.
machine
220 A piece of equipment with several moving parts that uses power to do a particular type of work. The different sizes of eggs are sorted by a machine.
221 mad Having a mind that does not work normally; mentally il. They realized that he had gone mad.
magazine A type of thin book with large pages and a paper cover that contains articles and photographs and is
222 published every week or month. She has written articles for several women's magazines.
magic The secret power of appearing to make impossible things happen by saying special words or doing
223 special things. Do you believe in magic?
224 make sure To do something in order to be certain that something else happens. They scored another goal and made sure of victory.
225 make up Coloured substances used on your face to improve or change your appearance. I put on a little eye make-up.
226 manager The person who is responsible for managing an organization. I would like to speak to the manager.

A drawing of the earth's surface, or part of that surface, showing the shape and position of different
map countries, political borders, natural features such as rivers and mountains, and artificial features such
227 as roads and buildings. We need a large-scale map showing all the footpaths that we can walk along.
228 mark To write or draw a symbol, line, etc. on something in order to give information about it. The flood level is marked by a white line on the wall.
229 market A place or event at which people meet in order to buy and sell things. Are you sure there's a market for the product?
230 married Having a husband or wife. Sam and Chris are getting married on Saturday.
231 match A sports competition or event in which two people or teams compete against each other. We won the match.
mathematics Branches of mathematics include arithmetic, algebra, geometry and
232 The science of numbers and shapes. trigonometry.
233 matter The reason for pain, worry, or a problem. What's the matter? Why are you crying?
234 may Used to say that something is possible. That may or may not be true.
235 maybe Used to show that something is possible or that something might be true. Maybe they'll come tomorrow.
236 mean To have something as a meaning in the same or another language. The word ‘Kuching’ means ‘cat’ in Malay.
medicine
237 substance, especially in the form of a liquid or a pill, that is a treatment for illness or injury. She knows a lot about herbal medicines.
238 meeting An occasion when people come together to discuss or decide something. A hundred people attended the public meeting.
239 member A person, animal, or thing that is part of a group. The lion is a member of the cat family.
240 memory Your ability to remember things. He had a great memory for detail.
241 menu A list of the food that you can eat in a restaurant. The waiter brought the menu and the wine list.
242 metre A unit for measuring length; a hundred centimetres. Every few metres the cat stopped and turned to look at me.
243 midday Twelve o'clock in the middle of the day. I just have a sandwich at midday/for my midday meal.
middle The part of something that is at an equal distance from all its edges or sides; a point or a period of
244 time between the beginning and the end of something. This chicken isn't cooked in the middle.
245 midnight Twelve o'clock in the middle of the night. There's a great film on TV at midnight.
246 might Used when showing that something is or was possible. He might get there in time, but I can't be sure.
247 mine Of or belonging to the person writing or speaking. That pencil is mine.

A substance that is naturally present in the earth and is not formed from animal or vegetable matter,
mineral for example gold and salt. Some minerals are also present in food and drink and in the human body
248 and are essential for good health. Australia is abundant in minerals.
mirror
249 A piece of special flat glass that reflects images, so that you can see yourself when you look in it. He looked at himself in the mirror.
miss To fail to do or experience something, often something planned or expected, or to avoid doing or
250 experiencing something. I missed the start of the class because my bus was late.
251 missing Someone who is missing has disappeared. Her father has been missing since September 1992.
252 mistake An action or an opinion that is not correct, or that produces a result that you did not want. It's easy to make a mistake.
mix Oil and water don't mix. Even if you shake them together they separate into
253 To combine, so that the result cannot easily be separated into its parts. two layers.
254 mixed Consisting of different qualities or elements. I listened to her story with mixed emotions.
255 model A copy of something, usually smaller than the original object. I used to build model aeroplanes.
256 modern Designed and made using the most recent ideas and methods. We're in the very modern-looking building opposite the station.
257 moment A very short period of time. Could you wait a moment, please?
258 moon The moon as it appears in the sky at a particular time There's no moon tonight
259 most The biggest number or amount of; more than anything or anyone else. What's the most you've ever won at poker?
motorcycle A road vehicle with two wheels, driven by an engine, with one seat for the driver and often a seat for
260 a passenger behind the driver. He never learned to ride a motorcycle or to drive a car.
261 mountain A very high hill, often with rocks near the top. The steep mountains tower all around.
262 mouse A small mammal with short fur, a pointed face, and a long tail. The mouse looked around the room inquisitively.
move To change position or make somebody/something change position in a way that can be seen, heard
263 or felt. The bus was already moving when I jumped onto it.
264 movie theater A theatre where people pay to watch films. The movie theater has ten screens.
265 musical Connected with music; containing music. He was one of the greatest musical talents of all time.
must
266 Used to show that it is necessary or very important that something happens in the present or future. Meat must be cooked thoroughly.
national Relating to or typical of a whole country and its people, rather than to part of that country or to other
267 countries. Britain has more than ten national newspapers.

All the animals, plants, rocks, etc. in the world and all the features, forces, and processes that happen
nature or exist independently of people, such as the weather, the sea, mountains, the production of young This new technique of artificially growing cells copies what actually happens
268 animals or plants, and growth. in nature.
269 nearly Almost, or not completely. It's been nearly three months since my last haircut.
270 neck The part of the body between the head and the shoulders. He tied a scarf around his neck.
271 negative Bad or harmful. The crisis had a negative effect on trade.
neighbour
272 Someone who lives very close to you. Some of the neighbours have complained about the noise from our party.
net Material that is made of string, thread or wire twisted or tied together, with small spaces in between;
273 a piece of this material used for a particular purpose. Unfortunately the animals are often caught in fishing nets.
274 news Not existing before; recently made, invented, introduced, etc. Have you read her new novel?
275 nobody Not anyone; no person. Nobody knew what to say.
276 nobility The quality of being noble in character. The bravery and nobility of these men who died for their country.
277 noisy Making a lot of noise. Our neighbours are very noisy.
278 normal Ordinary or usual; the same as would be expected. It's normal for couples to argue now and then.
north Usually the north the direction that is on your left when you watch the sun rise; one of the four main
279 points of the compass. Which way is north?
280 nothing Not anything; no single thing. There was nothing in her bag.
281 notice To see or become conscious of something or someone. I noticed a crack in the ceiling.
282 nurse A person whose job is to take care of sick or injured people, usually in a hospital. She trained as a nurse in Korea.
283 off Not operating because of not being switched on. Make sure the computers are all off before you go home.
284 offer To say that you are willing to give something to somebody. He offered some useful advice.
office A room or part of a building in which people work, especially sitting at tables with computers, phones,
285 etc., usually as a part of a business or other organization. I didn't leave the office until eight o'clock last night.
286 oil A smooth thick liquid produced from plants or animals that is used in cooking. I like cooking with olive oil.
287 once On one occasion only; one time. I've only been there once.
 onion A vegetable with a strong smell and flavour, made up of several layers surrounding each other tightly
288 in a round shape, usually brown or red on the outside and white inside. I always cry when I'm chopping onions.
289 opposite On the other side of a particular area from somebody/something and usually facing them. Answers are given on the opposite page.
290 order A request to make, supply, or deliver food or goods. "Can I take your order now?" said the waiter.
291 out Used to show movement away from the inside of a place or container. She opened the window and stuck her head out.
over
292 Above or higher than something else, sometimes so that one thing covers the other; above. The sign over the door said "Exit".
293 own Used to emphasize that something belongs to or is connected with somebody. Is the car your own?
294 pack To put something into a bag, box, etc. She packed a small suitcase for the weekend.
295 pain The feelings that you have in your body when you have been hurt or when you are ill. He screamed in pain as he fell to his knees.
296 painter A person whose job is painting buildings, walls, etc. He works as a painter and decorator.
297 painting A picture made using paint. The walls are covered in oil paintings.
pale Having skin that is very light in colour; having skin that has less colour than usual because of illness, a
298 strong emotion, etc. She was tall with a slender figure and pale skin.
299 partner A person or organization you are closely involved with in some way. He gave up his job as a police officer after his partner was killed.
300 pass To go past something or someone or move in relation to it, him, or her. I passed him on the stairs this morning.
passenger
301 A person who is travelling in a car, bus, train, plane or ship and who is not driving it or working on it. I soon got talking to a fellow passenger on the flight.
passport An official document containing personal information and usually a photograph that allows a person
302 to travel to foreign countries and to prove who they are. Many refugees have arrived at the border without passports.
303 past Gone by in time. The time for discussion is past.
path
304 A route or track between one place and another, or the direction in which something is moving. This is the path to the cliffs.
305 pepper A powder made from dried berries, used to give a hot, spicy taste to food. He gave me a great recipe for stuffed peppers.
306 perfect Having everything that is necessary; complete and without faults or weaknesses. He smiled, revealing a perfect set of teeth.
307 petrol A liquid obtained from petroleum, used especially as a fuel for cars and other vehicles. I'm a bit low on petrol.
photograph A picture that is made by using a camera that stores images in digital form or that has a film sensitive
308 to light inside it. His photograph appeared in the local paper.
309 photographer A person who takes photographs, either as a job or hobby. She's a professional photographer.
310 photography The activity or job of taking photographs or filming. She's taking an evening class in photography.
piano
311 A large musical instrument with a row of black and white keys that are pressed to play notes. We're buying a new piano.
312 pick up To get better, stronger, etc.; to improve. Trade usually picks up in the spring.
313 piece A part of something. He cut the cake into six pieces.
314 pilot A person who flies an aircraft. The pilot had no recollection of the events leading up to the crash.
315 pink Pale red in colour. She went bright pink with embarrassment.
316 plan Something that you intend to do or achieve. There are no plans to build new offices.
plastic An artificial substance that can be shaped when soft into many different forms and has many
317 different uses. He put a sheet of plastic over the broken window.
318 platform The raised flat area next to the track at a train station where you get on or off the train. The train drew into the platform.
319 pleasant Enjoyable, attractive, friendly, or easy to like. Harold did his best to be pleasant to the old man.
320 pleased Feeling happy about something. You're coming? I'm so pleased.
321 pleasing Giving a feeling of satisfaction or enjoyment. The music was very pleasing to the ear.
322 plus Used when the two numbers or amounts mentioned are being added together. Two plus five is seven.
pocket A small piece of material like a small bag sewn into or onto a piece of clothing so that you can carry
323 things in it. She reached into her pocket and pulled out her phone.
police An official organization whose job is to make people obey the law and to prevent and solve crime; the
324 people who work for this organization. Get out of the house or I'll call the police.
325 polite Having or showing good manners and respect for the feelings of others. Our waiter was very polite and helpful.
326 pool An area of water that has been created for people to swim in. The boys were splashing about and ducking each other in the pool.
pop Modern popular music, usually with a strong beat, created with electrical or electronic equipment,
327 and easy to listen to and remember. What do you want to listen to - jazz, classical, or pop?
328 popular Liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people. She's the most popular teacher in school.
329 possibly Used to say that something might exist, happen or be true, but you are not certain. It was possibly their worst performance ever.
330 post Letters, etc. that are delivered to homes or places of work. I'd been away for a few days so I had a lot of post waiting for me.
331 post office A place where you can buy stamps, send letters, etc. Where's the main post office?
332 pound The unit of money in the UK, worth 100 pence. What would you do if you won a million pounds?
practice Doing an activity or training regularly so that you can improve your skill; the time you spend doing
333 this. It takes a lot of practice to play the violin well.
334 prefer To like, choose, or want one thing rather than another. Do you prefer hot or cold weather?
335 prepare To make something or somebody ready to be used or to do something. The college prepares students for a career in business.
336 prepared Ready to deal with a situation. When she called on me, I wasn't prepared.
337 pretty To some extent; fairly. The game was pretty good.
338 price The amount of money for which something is sold. The price of oil has risen sharply.
339 print To produce letters, pictures, etc. on paper using a machine that puts ink on the surface. Do you want your address printed at the top of the letter?
340 printer A machine that is connected to a computer and prints onto paper using ink. My printer is not working as usual.
printing The act of producing letters, pictures, patterns, etc. on something by pressing a surface covered with
341 ink against it. They used 108 different printing characters.
prize Something valuable, such as an amount of money, that is given to someone who succeeds in a
342 competition or game or that is given to someone as a reward for doing very good work. The critics' prize for best film was won by Marc Abbott for "Belly Laugh".
343 probably Used to mean that something is very likely. I'll probably be home by midnight.
344 problem A thing that is difficult to deal with or to understand. She has a lot of health problems.
project A piece of work involving careful study of a subject over a period of time, done by school or college
345 students. The final term will be devoted to project work.
pub A place, especially in Great Britain or Ireland, where alcoholic drinks can be bought and drunk and
346 where food is often available. He's one of the regulars at the Rose and Crown pub.
pull
347 To take hold of something and use force in order to move it or try to move it towards yourself. Don't pull so hard or the handle will come off.
348 pupil A person, especially a child at school, who is being taught. The school has over 400 pupils.
349 purple Of a dark reddish-blue colour. Her face was covered in purple blotches.
push To use your hands, arms or body in order to make somebody/something move forward or away from
350 you; to move part of your body into a particular position. We pushed and pushed but the piano wouldn't move.
351 put on An attempt to deceive someone into believing something that is not true. She's not really angry - it's just a put-on.
352 queen The female ruler of an independent state that has a royal family. She was crowned queen at the age of fifteen.
353 quickly Happening or done with great speed, or lasting only a short time. The disease spreads quickly.
354 quiet Making very little noise. She spoke in a quiet voice so as not to wake him.
355 quite A little or a lot but not completely. I'm quite tired but I can certainly walk a little further.
race
356 A competition between people, animals, vehicles, etc. to see which one is the faster or fastest. She ran a good race to finish second.
357 racing Competition in races. I enjoy cycling, but I'm not interested in racing.
358 railway The metal tracks on which trains run. We live close to the railway line.
359 real Actually existing or happening and not imagined or pretended. All the characters are based on real people.
360 really Used to say that something is certain. Thank you, but I really couldn't eat another thing.
361 reason A cause or an explanation for something that has happened or that somebody has done. He said no but he didn't give a reason.
receipt Something such as a piece of paper or message proving that money, goods, or information have been
362 received. Make sure you are given a receipt for everything you buy.
363 receive To get or accept something that is sent or given to you. I was delighted to receive your letter.
record To store sounds or moving pictures using electronic equipment so that they can be heard or seen
364 later. We recorded their wedding on video.
rent A fixed amount of money that you pay regularly for the use of a room, house, car, television, etc. that
365 someone else owns. The rent is due at the end of the month.
366 rend To tear something apart with force or violence. The women rend their clothes in grief.
367 repair To fix something that is broken, damaged or torn. He has had surgery to repair the damage.
368 repeat To say or tell people something more than once. Would you mind repeating what you just said?
369 rest The part of something that remains. Take what you want and throw the rest away.
370 return To come or go back to a previous place. She left South Africa at the age of 15 and has never returned.
371 rich With a lot of money. She's one of the richest women in the world.
372 riding The sport or activity of riding horses. Have you ever been riding?
ring A piece of jewellery that you wear on your finger, consisting of a round band of gold, silver, etc.,
373 sometimes decorated with precious stones. He was wearing a ring on his middle finger.
rock The dry solid part of the earth's surface, or any large piece of this that sticks up out of the ground or
374 the sea. Mountains and cliffs are formed from rock.
375 roof The covering that forms the top of a building, vehicle, etc. Put the luggage on the roof of the car.
376 round Having a shape like a circle or a ball. These glasses suit people with round faces.
377 rounded Having a round shape The little boy stared at the pregnant woman's rounded belly.

rubber A small piece of rubber or a similar substance, used for removing pencil marks from paper; a piece of
378 soft material used for removing chalk marks from a blackboard or pen from a whiteboard. I lost my rubber in the scholl yesterday.
ruler A long, narrow, flat piece of plastic, metal, or wood with straight edges where centimetres or inches,
379 or both are printed. It is used for measuring things and for drawing straight lines. My new ruler got brokem, now it is 20 cm long.
380 runner Someone who runs, especially in competitions. I am a long-distance runner.
381 running The action or sport of running. I love going running.
salad A mixture of raw vegetables such as lettuce, tomato and cucumber, usually served with other food as
382 part of a meal. Is cold meat and salad OK for lunch?
383 sale Available to buy. Is this painting for sale?
384 sauce A thick liquid that is eaten with food to add taste to it. A honey-mustard dipping sauce helped add flavour to the crab cakes.
385 save To stop someone or something from being killed, injured, or destroyed. Wearing seat belts has saved many lives.
science Knowledge about the structure and behaviour of the natural and physical world, based on facts that
386 you can prove, for example by experiments. Economics is not an exact science.
scissors A tool for cutting paper or cloth, that has two sharp blades with handles, joined together in the
387 middle. Could you pass me the/those scissors, please?
screen The flat surface at the front of a television, computer, or other electronic device, on which you see
388 pictures or information. They were staring at the television screen.
seat
389 A piece of furniture or part of a train, plane, etc. that has been designed for someone to sit on. Chairs, sofas and benches are different types of seat.
secretary A person who works in an office, working for another person, dealing with mail and phone calls,
390 keeping records, arranging meetings with people, etc. Please contact my secretary to make an appointment.
391 sell To give something to somebody in exchange for money. His father went bankrupt and the family had to sell their home.
392 serve To provide food or drinks. Breakfast is served in the restaurant between 7.00 and 11.00.
393 several More than two but not very many. Several letters arrived this morning.
394 share To have or use something at the same time as someone else. She's very possessive about her toys and finds it hard to share.
395 sheet A large piece of thin cloth used on a bed to lie on or lie under. He slid between the sheets and closed his eyes.
shelf A long, flat board fixed horizontally, usually against a wall or inside a cupboard so that objects can be
396 stored on it. One wall had shelves from floor to ceiling, crammed with books.
397 ship A large boat that carries people or goods by sea. The yard builds ships for the Navy.

To speak with a very loud voice, often as loud as possible, usually when you want to make yourself
shout heard in noisy situations, or when the person you are talking to is a long way away or cannot hear
398 very well. There's no need to shout, I can hear you.
399 shut To close something; to become closed. The window won't shut.
400 sick Physically or mentally ill. Her mother's very sick.
side
401 A flat outer surface of an object, especially one that is not the top, the bottom, the front, or the back. The names of ships are usually painted on their sides.
sign An event, an action, a fact, etc. that shows that something exists, is happening or may happen in the
402 future. Looking back, I should have seen the signs.
silver A chemical element that is a valuable shiny, white metal, used for making cutlery, jewellery, coins,
403 and decorative objects. We gave them a dish made of solid silver as a wedding present.
404 simple Not complicated; easy to understand or do. This machine is very simple to use.
405 singer A person who sings. Jesse Rutherford is my favorite singer.
406 singing The activity of making musical sounds with your voice. There was singing and dancing all night.
407 single Only one. He sent her a single red rose.
408 sink To go down below the surface or to the bottom of a liquid or soft substance. The legs of the garden chair sank into the soft ground.
409 sit down To move from a standing position to a sitting position. Please sit down.
410 size How large or small something or someone is. We are concerned about the size of our debt.
sky The space above the earth that you can see when you look up, where clouds and the sun, moon and
411 stars appear. The sky suddenly went dark and it started to rain.
412 slice A flat, often thin, piece of food that has been cut from a larger piece. Can I get a slice of cake?
413 slowly At a slow speed. Could you please speak more slowly?
 snake A reptile with a very long thin body and no legs. There are many types of snake, some of which are
414 poisonous. Venomous snakes spit and hiss when they are cornered.
415 so To such a great degree. Why has it taken so long?
416 soap A substance used for washing the body or other things. She bought me a box of nice-smelling soaps.
sock
417 A piece of clothing that is worn over the foot, ankle and lower part of the leg, especially inside a shoe. I never wear socks.
418 soft Not hard or firm. I like chocolates with soft centres.
419 software The instructions that control what a computer does; computer programs. He's written a piece of software that does your taxes for you.
420 somebody A person who is not known or mentioned by name. Somebody should have told me.
421 somewhere In or at a place having a position that is not stated or not known. He was last heard of living somewhere on the south coast of France.
422 song A short piece of music with words that you sing. We sang a song together.
423 sort A group of things that are of the same type or that share similar qualities. We both like the same sort of music.
424 soul The spiritual part of a person, believed to exist after death. He believed his immortal soul was in peril.
425 sound Something that you can hear. He crept into the house trying not to make a sound.
south The direction that is on your right when you watch the sun rise; one of the four main points of the
426 compass. Which way is south?
427 space An empty area that is available to be used. Is there any space for my clothes in that cupboard?
428 speaker A person who gives a talk or makes a speech. He was a guest speaker at the conference.
429 special Not ordinary or usual; different from what is normal. The school will only allow this in special circumstances.
430 spell To form a word or words with the letters in the correct order. Shakespeare did not always spell his own name the same way.
431 spelling The act of forming words correctly from individual letters; the ability to do this. The differences between British and American spelling.
432 spend To give money as a payment for something. How much did you spend?
433 spoken Involving speaking rather than writing; expressed in speech rather than in writing. The spoken language differs considerably from the written language.
spoon
434 An object consisting of a round, hollow part and a handle, used for mixing, serving, and eating food. Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon.
435 spring The season between winter and summer when plants begin to grow. The following spring, the three artists travelled to California.
436 square A flat shape with four sides of equal length and four angles of 90°. It's a square-shaped room.
437 staff The group of people who work for an organization. There is a good relationship between staff and pupils at the school.
stage
438 A period or state that something/somebody passes through while developing or making progress. I can't make a decision at this stage.
439 stair A set of steps that lead from one level of a building to another. Go up the stairs and her office is on the right.
stamp A small piece of paper with a design on it that you buy and stick on an envelope or a package before
440 you post it. Could I have three first-class stamps, please?
stand
441 To be in a vertical state or to put into a vertical state, especially by making the legs straight. Granny says if she stands for a long time her ankles hurt.
442 star A large ball of burning gas in space that we see as a point of light in the sky at night. There was a big moon and hundreds of stars were shining overhead.
443 steal To take something without the permission or knowledge of the owner and keep it. She admitted stealing the money from her employers.
444 still Continuing until a particular point in time and not finishing. I am very happy that you all are still alive and well.
stomach
445 An organ in the body where food is digested, or the soft front part of your body just below the chest. He was punched in the stomach.
446 storm Very bad weather with strong winds and rain, and often thunder and lightning. Winter storms swept the coasts.
447 story A description, either true or imagined, of a connected series of events. Martha chose her favourite book of bedtime stories.
 stove A large box-shaped device that is used to cook and heat food, either by putting the food inside or by
448 putting it on the top. I need to buy a new stove, the old one is not working anymore.
449 straight Not in a curve or at an angle; in a straight line. Keep straight on for two miles.
450 strange Unusual and unexpected, or difficult to understand. He has some very strange ideas about women!
strong
451 Having a lot of physical power so that you can lift heavy weights, do hard physical work, etc. He's strong enough to lift a car!
such
452 Used to emphasize the great degree of something. This issue was of such importance that we could not afford to ignore it.
453 spoken Involving speaking rather than writing; expressed in speech rather than in writing. The spoken language differs considerably from the written language.
454 suit A set of clothes made of the same cloth, including a jacket and trousers or a skirt. She was wearing a grey business suit.
suitcase
455 A large, rectangular container with a handle, for carrying clothes and possessions while travelling. My dress got all crushed in my suitcase.
456 suppose To think or believe that something is true or possible. Getting a visa isn't as simple as you might suppose.
457 sure Certain; without any doubt. We arrive early to be sure of getting a good seat.
458 surname A name shared by all the members of a family. Her first name is Sarah but I don't know her surname.
459 surprise An event, a piece of news, etc. that is unexpected or that happens suddenly. What a nice surprise!
460 surprised Feeling or showing surprise. She looked surprised when I told her.
sweater A piece of clothing, typically with long sleeves and made from wool, that is worn on the upper part of
461 the body. Put a sweater on if you're cold.
462 swimming The sport or activity of swimming. The doctor recommended swimming as the best all-round exercise.
463 take off If an aircraft, bird, or insect takes off, it leaves the ground and begins to fly. The plane took off at 8.30 a.m.
tape Thin plastic in a long, narrow strip with a magnetic covering that allows sounds or sounds and pictures
464 to be recorded and played again, especially one on which sound is recorded. I've got that film on tape if you want to borrow it.
465 team A group of people who play a particular game or sport against another group of people. They play volleyball for the national team.
466 temperature The measured amount of heat in a place or in the body. Preheat the oven to a temperature of 200 degrees Celsius.
term A word or phrase used as the name of something, especially one connected with a particular type of
467 language. What is the meaning of the term ‘globalization’?
468 terrible Very unpleasant or serious or of low quality. We have just received some terrible news.
469 text Any form of written material. Highlight the area of text on screen and press the ‘delete’ key.
thank
470 To express to someone that you are pleased about or are grateful for something that they have done. He thanked me for taking him home.
471 rest The part of something that remains. Take what you want and throw the rest away.
472 web The system of connected documents on the internet. Jane's been surfing the Web all morning.
theatre
473 A building or an outdoor area where plays and similar types of entertainment are performed. How often do you go to the theatre?
474 thin Having a small distance between two opposite sides. There was a thin layer of oil on the surface of the water.
475 thinking The process of thinking about something. I had to do some quick thinking.
476 thirsty Needing to drink. All that exercise has made me thirsty.
477 through From one end or side of something/somebody to the other. The burglar got in through the window.
478 throw To send something from your hand through the air by moving your hand or arm quickly. She threw the ball up and caught it again.
tidy
479 Having everything ordered and arranged in the right place, or liking to keep things like this. The house was clean and tidy.
 tie To attach or hold two or more things together using string, rope, etc.; to fasten somebody/something
480 with string, rope, etc. He had to tie her hands together.
timetable The timetable for our trip to Paris includes visits to Notre-Dame and the
481 A detailed plan showing when events or activities will happen. Louvre.
482 tire To become tired and feel as if you want to sleep or rest; to make somebody feel this way. Her legs were beginning to tire.
483 toe Any of the five separate parts at the end of the foot. My toes are freezing.
484 top The highest part or point of something. She was standing at the top of the stairs.
tour
485 A journey made for pleasure during which several different towns, countries, etc. are visited. They embarked on a tour around the country.
486 tourist Someone who visits a place for pleasure and interest, usually while on holiday. Millions of tourists visit Rome every year.
487 towel A piece of cloth or paper used for drying things, especially your body. Help yourself to a clean towel.
488 toy An object for children to play with. The children were playing happily with their toys.
traffic The number of vehicles moving along roads, or the amount of aircraft, trains, or ships moving along a
489 route. We got stuck in traffic for several hours.
trip
490 A journey to a place and back again, especially a short one for pleasure or a particular purpose. Did you have a good trip?
491 true Right and not wrong; correct. The allegations, if true, could lead to her resignation.
492 try To make an attempt or effort to do or get something. I don't know if I can come but I'll try.
tune
493 A series of musical notes that are sung or played in a particular order to form a piece of music. He was humming a familiar tune.
494 turn To move in a circle around a fixed point or line. The earth turns on its axis once every 24 hours.
495 twice Two times; on two occasions. I don't know him well; I've only met him twice.
type A class or group of people or things that share particular qualities or features and are part of a larger
496 group; a kind or sort. Bungalows are a type of house.

tyre A thick rubber ring, often filled with air, that is fitted around the outer edge of the wheel of a vehicle,
497 allowing the vehicle to stick to the road surface and to travel over the ground more easily. He was driving along the motorway when his tyre burst.
umbrella An object with a round folding frame of long, straight pieces of metal covered with material, that you
498 use to protect yourself from the rain or from hot sun. I put up my umbrella.
499 uncle The brother of someone's mother or father, or the husband of someone's aunt or uncle. I have lots of uncles and aunts.
500 underground Under the surface of the ground. They carried out a series of underground nuclear tests.
unfortunately Unfortunately, I didn't have my credit card with me, or else I would have
501 Used to say that something is sad, disappointing, or has a bad effect. bought it.
502 unhappy Not happy; sad. This story has an unhappy ending.
uniform A particular set of clothes that has to be worn by the members of the same organization or group of
503 people. He was pictured as a soldier in full uniform.
504 unusual Different from others of the same type in a way that is surprising, interesting, or attractive. "Do you like the new couch?" "Yes, it's very unusual."
505 upset Unhappy or disappointed because of something unpleasant that has happened. I understand how upset you must be feeling.
upsetting
506 Making someone feel worried, unhappy, or angry. Seeing her again would be an upsetting experience after so many years.
upstairs
507 Up the stairs; on or to a floor of a house or other building higher than the one that you are on. She went upstairs to get dressed.
508 used That has already been put to the purpose it was intended for; not new. The blackmailers demanded to be paid in used £20 notes.
useful The Minister said that a meeting with the strikers would serve no useful
509 That can help you to do or achieve what you want. purpose.
510 usually In the way that most often happens. He usually gets home about six o'clock.
511 variety Several different sorts of the same thing. There is a wide variety of patterns to choose from.
512 various Many different. We had various problems on our journey, including a flat tyre.
video A system of recording moving pictures and sound, either using a digital method of storing data or
513 using videotape. A wedding is the perfect subject for video.
514 view What you can see from a particular place, or the ability to see from a particular place. The view from the top of the mountain is breathtaking.
515 visitor A person who visits a person or place. We've got visitors coming this weekend.
vocabulary
516 All the words known and used by a particular person. By the age of two a child will have a vocabulary of about two hundred words.
517 walking The activity of going for walks in the countryside for exercise or pleasure. Activities on offer include walking and bird watching.
wallet A small folding case for carrying paper money, credit cards and other flat objects, that can be carried
518 in a pocket and is used especially by men. He pulled out a big, fat wallet stuffed with banknotes.
war A situation in which two or more countries or groups of people fight against each other over a period
519 of time. The war against Spain lasted 18 years.
520 washing The act of washing clothes. Machines make doing the washing easy.
521 way A method, style or manner of doing something. I prefer to do things the easy way.
522 weekly Happening once a week or every week. The fire alarm has a weekly test.
523 welcome Used as a greeting to tell somebody that you are pleased that they are there. Welcome home!
known
524 If someone or something is known as a particular name, that person or thing is called by that name. And this is Terry, otherwise known as "Muscleman".
west The direction that you look towards to see the sun go down; one of the four main points of the
525 compass. Which way is west?
526 wet Covered in water or another liquid. My bike got wet in the rain.
527 wheel One of the round objects under a car, bicycle, bus, etc. that turns when it moves. He braked suddenly, causing the front wheels to skid.
528 while During the time that, or at the same time as. I read it while you were drying your hair.
529 whole Full; complete. Let's forget the whole thing.
530 wide Measuring a large distance from one side to the other. The river gets quite wide here.
531 wild Living or growing in natural conditions; not kept in a house or on a farm. The plants grow wild along the banks of rivers.
532 win To achieve first position and/or get a prize in a competition, election, fight, etc. Which year was it that Italy won the World Cup?
533 winner A person, a team, an animal, etc. that wins something. The lucky winner gets an all-expenses-paid trip to Sydney.
534 winning That wins or has won something, for example a race or competition. He scored the winning goal in the final.
535 wonderful Extremely good. He's a wonderful cook.
wood The hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree are made of; this material when it is used to
536 build or make things with, or as a fuel. He chopped some wood for the fire.
537 wooden Made of wood. The house was surrounded by a tall, wooden fence.
538 wool The soft, thick hair that grows on the bodies of sheep and some other animals. Australia is one of the world's main producers of wool.
539 worker A person who works, especially one who does a particular kind of work. Talks between workers and management have ended today.
worried
540 Unhappy because you are thinking about problems or unpleasant things that might happen. They don't seem particularly worried about the situation.
 worry
541 To keep thinking about unpleasant things that might happen or about problems that you have. Don't worry. We have plenty of time.
542 worrying Making you feel unhappy and frightened. It's a very worrying situation.
543 worse Of poorer quality or lower standard; more unpleasant. The rooms were awful and the food was worse.
544 yeah Yes. "Did you enjoy the film?" "Yeah, it was great."
yet Used in negative sentences and questions to talk about something that has not happened but that
545 you expect to happen. I didn't receive a letter from him yet.
546 worst Of the lowest quality, or the most unpleasant, difficult, or severe. That was the worst meal I've ever eaten.
547 bad Unpleasant; full of problems. I have some bad news for you, I'm afraid.
548 zero A temperature, pressure, etc. that is equal to zero on a scale. It was ten degrees below zero last night.