CEFR Level
a copy of data stored separately to protect against loss
"Make sure to have a backup of your important files."
an area of land behind a house, typically used for recreation or gardening
"The children played football in the backyard."
suitcases and bags containing personal belongings; past experiences or problems that affect behavior
"Please collect your baggage from the conveyor belt at the airport."
meat that has been cooked in an oven using dry heat
"The baked meat was tender and flavorful."
a dry chemical leavening agent used to increase volume and lighten texture in baked goods
"The recipe calls for two teaspoons of baking powder."
sodium bicarbonate used in cooking and baking as a leavening agent
"Add a teaspoon of baking soda to make the cake fluffy."
keeping or showing a sensible and fair view or position; evenly arranged
"A balanced diet is essential for good health."
A diet consisting of the proper quantities and proportions of foods needed to maintain health or growth.
"A balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health."
to officially or legally prohibit something
"The government banned smoking in public places."
a strip of material used to cover or protect a wound; to cover or wrap a wound with such material
"The nurse carefully bandaged his injured arm."
a sudden loud noise; a hard blow or hit
"The door closed with a loud bang that woke everyone up."
a person who works in or manages a bank
"The banker approved the loan after reviewing the documents."
the business or services provided by a bank
"Online banking has made financial transactions easier."
only just; almost not
"She barely passed the exam."
an agreement between two or more parties; something bought at a good price
"We managed to get the car at a real bargain."
a large building used for storing grain or housing farm animals
"The farmer keeps his cows in the barn."
a fence, obstacle, or circumstance that prevents progress or access
"Language can be a barrier to communication."
Something that prevents progress or access; obstacles or hindrances.
"Language barriers can make communication difficult."
the lowest floor of a building, usually partly or completely below ground
"The laundry room is in the basement."
in the most important or fundamental way; essentially
"Basically, the project was a success despite some small issues."
the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process
"Trust is the basis of any strong relationship."
to wash oneself; to clean the body with water
"I bathe every morning before going to work."
the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face
"He decided to grow a beard during his vacation."
a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or brutal person
"The lion is known as the king of beasts."
a protective covering for a bed, typically a bedspread or comforter
"She pulled the bed cover up to her chin to stay warm."
a large rectangular piece of cloth used as bedding to lie on or under
"The clean white bed sheet felt soft against her skin."
a person who lives by asking for money or food
"The beggar sat by the temple asking for alms."
as a representative of someone; in the interest of someone
"She accepted the award on behalf of her team."
The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.
"The teacher praised her good behavior in class."
the way a person or animal acts or conducts themselves
"His behaviour at the meeting was very professional."
an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof
"Her belief in kindness inspired many people."
to curve something or cause it to change shape; to move the body or part of it downward or forward
"She had to bend down to pick up the coin."
in or to a lower position than something; under
"The cat was hiding beneath the bed."
The maximum amount of effort or energy that someone can give.
"He gave his best effort to complete the task on time."
the Christian scriptures consisting of the Old and New Testaments; also used for any authoritative book
"She reads the Bible every morning."
The scientific study of living organisms.
"Biology explains how plants and animals function."
a small dark purple or black fruit that grows on bushes
"We picked fresh blackberries from the garden for our pie."
a hot-tasting spice made from dried peppercorns, widely used for seasoning food
"Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper."
showing no expression or containing nothing written, printed, or recorded.
"Her face went blank when she heard the bad news."
to lose blood from the body, especially due to injury
"She began to bleed from the cut on her arm."
an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids
"She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie."
to ask for divine favor or protection for someone or something.
"The priest blessed the couple at their wedding ceremony."
a prayer asking for divine favor; something that brings happiness or benefit.
"Good health is a blessing we often take for granted."
having light-colored hair, typically pale yellow or golden.
"She has long blond hair that shines in the sunlight."
covered in, involving, or containing blood; also used informally for emphasis in British English.
"The soldier returned from battle with a bloody arm."
a woman's loose upper garment resembling a shirt
"She wore a beautiful silk blouse to the party."
To move air, or to send out a stream of air from the mouth.
"The wind blew the papers off the table."
to extinguish by blowing; to fail suddenly or burst; to expand or exceed limits dramatically
"She blew out the candles on her birthday cake."
a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes
"She picked fresh blueberries for the pie."
Getting on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
"The explorers were boarding the ship at the port."
