Vokabulare

the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people

Having a pattern of squares, or marked by varied and contrasting experiences or periods.

To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.

a small round red or black fruit with a hard seed inside

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Innocent, sweet, and angelic, like a cherub.

the front part of the human body between the neck and the stomach

A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.

to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark in art or literature to create a dramatic effect.

The use of trickery or deception to achieve a purpose.

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

a domestic bird kept for its eggs or meat

To scold or rebuke someone mildly.

a leader or person in charge of a group or organization

mainly; primarily

A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.

a young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority

the period of being a child

immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

to make something cold or to relax and take it easy

a spice made from ground dried chili peppers, used to add heat and flavor to food

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice

A mythical creature with parts from different animals; also used to mean a fanciful illusion or unattainable dream.

Imaginary, fanciful, or wildly unrealistic; existing only in the imagination.

the part of the face below the mouth

a small evergreen shrub with tiny white fragrant flowers

a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors

dishes, plates, cups, and other tableware made of porcelain or fine ceramic

relating to China, its people, or its language

A small piece broken off from something; or to cut or break a small piece from something.

The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.

A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.

A tool with a sharp edge used for cutting or shaping hard materials; or to cut or carve with such a tool.

a short note, typically a brief informal letter; a voucher for a sum owed

Behaving in a courteous, gallant, and honorable way, especially toward women.

The medieval knightly system with its moral, social, and religious code; courteous behavior, especially toward women.

a sweet, brown food made from roasted cocoa beans

An act of selecting between two or more possibilities.

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

An infectious disease of the small intestine causing severe vomiting and diarrhea.

Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

to select one option from a range of possibilities

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

very careful in choosing; selective

to cut into pieces with quick, heavy blows

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter