CEFR Level
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
"She stirred the soup with a tablespoon."
a carefully planned action or strategy to achieve a specific goal
"The coach used a defensive tactic to win the game."
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
"The team changed their tactics to win the game."
the larval stage of a frog or toad, living in water with gills and a tail
"The children watched the tadpoles swimming in the pond."
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
"The tailor measured him for a new suit."
made or adapted for a particular purpose, person, or situation
"The company offers tailored solutions for small businesses."
To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.
"Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you."
The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.
"The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather."
fond of talking; speaking freely and at length
"My talkative neighbor loves to chat about everything."
to domesticate or control an animal, person, or situation
"The trainer managed to tame the wild horse."
perceptible by touch; real and concrete
"The excitement in the room was almost tangible."
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
"She served a delicious apple tart for dessert."
showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty
"She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner."
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
"The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning."
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
"Taxation is necessary for funding public services."
a person who pays tax to the government
"The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services."
a member of the same team
"He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal."
to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way
"Children often tease their younger siblings playfully."
a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job
"The technician repaired the computer within an hour."
relating to or involving technology or technical processes
"The company is investing heavily in technological innovation."
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
"Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare."
too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous
"Filling out endless forms can be a tedious task."
An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.
"The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets."
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
"The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over."
Revealing something significant or giving important information.
"Her silence was more telling than words."
to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).
"She tried to temper her criticism with kindness."
The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.
"The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual."
Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.
"Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration."
the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something
"He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake."
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
"The tenancy agreement was signed for two years."
A person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord.
"The tenant paid the rent on time every month."
An inclination or likelihood to behave in a certain way.
"He has a tendency to forget small details."
to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal
"The company tendered its resignation to the board."
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
"The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child."
A state of being stretched tight; mental or emotional strain.
"There was a lot of tension in the room before the exam results were announced."
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
"He waited for the bus at the central terminal."
to bring something to an end or to stop something from continuing
"The company decided to terminate his contract."
the act of ending something or the state of being ended
"The termination of the contract caused financial loss."
the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject
"Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand."
a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features
"The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission."
To cause someone to feel extreme fear.
"The loud thunder terrified the children."
Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.
"The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island."
An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler, government, or state.
"The bird fiercely defended its territory."
Extreme fear or dread.
"The villagers fled in terror during the attack."
the use of violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
"Terrorism is a serious threat to global peace and security."
a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
"The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack."
