CEFR Level
to support or help someone; to make a copy of data for safety; to move backward
"Please back up your files before updating the system."
the circumstances, environment, or past history of a person or thing; the part behind the main subject in an image
"She comes from a strong academic background."
Toward the back or in the reverse direction.
"He accidentally fell backwards into the chair."
in a way that is not good; poorly or severely
"He performed badly in the exam."
to cook food using dry heat, usually in an oven
"She baked a cake for her friend's birthday."
a state where different elements are equal or in the correct proportions
"Work-life balance is important for health."
a highly stylized and artistic form of dance
"She has trained for years in classical ballet."
A small bag made of thin rubber or similar material that can be inflated with air or gas; as a verb, to expand rapidly.
"The children played with a red balloon at the party."
a group of musicians who play music together
"The band performed live at the concert."
The lowest part or foundation of something; or to establish something upon.
"The company is based in London."
a sport in which two teams try to score runs by hitting a ball and running around bases
"He loves watching baseball games on TV."
forming the most important or simplest part of something
"She taught me the basic rules of chess."
a container made of woven materials used for carrying or storing things
"She carried the apples in a basket."
a game played by two teams who try to score points by throwing a ball through a hoop
"He loves playing basketball with his friends."
A device that stores and provides electrical energy; also refers to a group of similar things or repeated blows.
"The phone battery ran out after a long day."
A fight between armed forces or a struggle to achieve or resist something.
"The soldiers prepared for the final battle."
A seed that is eaten as a vegetable or used to make food products.
"She cooked a pot of bean soup."
to hit repeatedly or to defeat someone in a competition
"The champion managed to beat his rival in the final match."
in a beautiful or pleasing manner; excellently or skillfully
"She sang beautifully at the concert."
a combination of qualities that please the senses or mind
"The beauty of the sunset took her breath away."
the flesh of a cow, bull, or ox, used as food; also a complaint or dispute
"He ordered a plate of grilled beef for dinner."
An alcoholic drink made from yeast-fermented malt flavored with hops.
"He ordered a glass of cold beer at the bar."
To act or conduct oneself in a particular way.
"Children should learn how to behave in public."
Existence; the state of living; a living creature.
"Kindness is part of being human."
to be in the right place or to be a member of a group
"She felt she truly belonged to the team."
At a lower level or position than something else.
"The basement is below the ground floor."
a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone
"They sat on the park bench watching the sunset."
an advantage, profit, or good effect; to receive help or an advantage
"Employees benefit from the company’s health insurance program."
next to or at the side of someone or something
"She sat beside her best friend during the ceremony."
in addition to; apart from
"Besides English, he also speaks French."
at or to the further side of; more than
"The village lies beyond the river."
a large, round, shallow container used for serving food, mixing ingredients, or washing
"She mixed the ingredients in a big bowl."
the process of being born; the start of life
"The birth of a child brings joy to the whole family."
a small, hard, dry cake; a cookie
"Children love to eat chocolate biscuits with milk."
to cut or tear something with the teeth
"The dog tried to bite the stranger."
to hold someone responsible for a fault or wrong
"He blamed his friend for the mistake."
A large piece of cloth used for warmth, typically on a bed.
"She pulled the blanket over her shoulders to stay warm."
A solid piece of hard material; to stop movement or progress.
"The police blocked the road after the accident."
