Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 noun
Cabinet
armoire
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
B2 noun
cadet
cadet
Meaning
A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
Example
The cadet marched proudly in the parade.
B2 adjective
calculated
calculé
Meaning
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
Example
Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.
B2 noun
Calf
veau
Meaning
a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals
Example
The calf stayed close to its mother.
B2 noun
camouflage
camouflage
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
B2 noun
Cannon
canon
Meaning
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
Example
The castle was defended by several large cannons.
B2 noun
canvas
toile
Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
B2 noun
canyon
canyon
Meaning
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
Example
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
B2 noun
capability
capacité
Meaning
The ability or capacity to do something.
Example
The telescope's capability is unparalleled.
B2 noun
capitalism
capitalisme
Meaning
An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.
Example
Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.
B2 noun/adjective
capitalist
capitaliste
Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
B2 noun
Capsicum
poivron
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
B2 noun
capsule
Capsule. Un petit étui soluble en gélatine contenant une dose de médicament, à avaler entière.
Meaning
A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.
Example
Capsules contain controlled environments.
B2 noun
caption
légende
Meaning
a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph
Example
The caption under the photo explained who the people were.
B2 noun
Captive
captif
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
B2 noun
carbohydrate
glucide
Meaning
a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar
Example
Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.
B2 noun
carbohydrates
glucides
Meaning
Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.
Example
Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.
B2 noun
carbon
carbone
Meaning
The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
Example
Carbon emissions must be controlled.
B2 noun
carbon footprint
empreinte carbone
Meaning
The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.
Example
Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.
B2 adjective
carbon-neutral
carbone neutre
Meaning
Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.
Example
The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.
B2 adjective
cardiovascular
relatif au cœur et aux vaisseaux sanguins
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
B2 adjective
Carefree
insouciant; léger de cœur;
Meaning
free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free
Example
She lived a carefree life, traveling the world without any worries.
B2 noun
cargo
cargaison
Meaning
goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport
Example
The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.
B2 noun
Cargo ship
navire de cargo
Meaning
a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another
Example
The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.