CEFR Level
in a sorrowful or unhappy manner
"She sadly waved goodbye as the train departed."
to travel on water in a boat or ship using sails or by wind power
"They sailed across the Atlantic Ocean last summer."
The act of traveling in a boat or ship using sails; the sport or activity of navigating a boat with sails.
"We went sailing on the lake during the summer."
a person who works on a ship or boat; a member of a navy
"The experienced sailor navigated the ship through the storm."
a person recognized for their holiness or virtue, often canonized in the Christian faith
"The saint was revered by the community for his acts of kindness."
for the purpose or reason of something
"He did it for the sake of his family."
a fixed regular payment, typically paid monthly or annually, made by an employer to an employee
"He receives a monthly salary for his work as a teacher."
A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.
"They served grilled salmon for dinner."
having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater
"The salty ocean water made her thirsty."
a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like
"She gave me a sample of the fabric to see if I liked it."
the feeling of being pleased or content with something
"Her satisfaction with the results was evident."
acceptable; meeting requirements; adequate
"The test results were satisfactory."
Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.
"He felt satisfied after finishing his project."
to meet the expectations, needs, or desires of someone
"The manager's explanation satisfied all of our concerns."
the process of saving money or resources for future use
"Her saving habits helped her afford the new car."
Money that is kept for future use or investment.
"Many people invest their savings in real estate."
a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb
"There's an old saying that practice makes perfect."
A system of ordered marks used for measurement; also means to climb or to adjust in size.
"The company plans to scale its operations globally."
a length of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, protection, or fashion
"She wrapped a warm scarf around her neck in the cold weather."
a plan for carrying out a process or task, showing the time and sequence of actions
"I have a busy schedule for today."
a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest
"They devised a scheme to cheat investors."
relating to or based on science
"The scientific community is working to find a cure for cancer."
to cut with or as if with scissors
"The tailor scissored the fabric neatly."
a number of points achieved in a game or test; to gain points or achieve a goal
"He scored the winning goal in the final match."
to rub a surface or skin with something sharp or rough, often to relieve itching
"The cat scratched the door to be let in."
to make a loud, high-pitched sound, usually because of fear, pain, or excitement
"She screamed when she saw the spider."
a flat surface on which images or data are displayed
"The movie was displayed on a large screen."
a small marine fish with segmented bony armor, an upright posture, and a curled prehensile tail
"The seahorse gracefully floated among the coral reefs."
to close or secure something tightly or officially confirm something
"He sealed the envelope before sending the letter."
Less important than something else; derived from or dependent on something primary.
"Safety is our primary concern, while speed is only secondary."
Used to introduce the second point in a list of arguments or ideas.
"Firstly, we need funding; secondly, we need a strong team."
a person employed to handle correspondence and manage routine tasks for an individual or organization
"The secretary scheduled the meeting for tomorrow."
a distinct part or subdivision of something larger
"This section of the report needs further review."
to make safe or protect; to fix something firmly in place
"Please secure the door before you leave."
the state of being free from danger or threat
"We need to improve our security measures at the airport."
to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve
"He decided to seek advice from his mentor."
not often; rarely
"She seldom visits her hometown nowadays."
to choose from a group of options
"She carefully selected a dress for the party."
carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose
"He was one of the selected candidates for the scholarship."
the act of choosing or the thing that is chosen
"The final selection will be announced tomorrow."
having a higher rank or status; older or more experienced
"He is the senior manager in the department."
having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable
"It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain."
Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences; easily affected emotionally or physically.
"She has very sensitive skin that reacts to most cosmetics."
divided or disconnected from something else; not together
"They have been living in separated houses since the divorce."
a person who performs duties for others, especially in a household
"The servant opened the door for the guests."
a meeting or a period of time devoted to a specific activity
"The session will begin at 10 AM."
A meeting of an official body, especially a court of law, to conduct its business; a period devoted to a particular activity.
"The sessions lasted for three hours."
The arrangement or organization of something; a planned structure or scheme
"The company presented a new set-up for the office layout."
the environment or place where something happens
"The setting of the movie was a beautiful beach."
