CEFR Level
to make twice as much in size, number, or amount
"The company hopes to double its profits this year."
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; to be uncertain about something
"She had doubts about the success of the plan."
on or to a lower floor of a building
"Please go downstairs and wait in the lobby."
the central part of a city
"They spent the afternoon shopping downtown."
a group of twelve
"She bought a dozen eggs from the market."
a play for theater, radio, or television, or an exciting or emotional situation
"She loves watching historical drama series."
to produce a picture by making lines and marks on paper; to pull or move something in a particular direction
"The child loves to draw pictures of animals."
a box-shaped storage compartment that slides in and out of furniture
"She kept her jewelry in the top drawer of the dresser."
a picture or diagram made with a pencil, pen, or crayons rather than paint
"She showed me a drawing of her house."
to operate and control a vehicle; a journey in a vehicle
"He learned to drive when he was 18."
a person who operates a vehicle
"The taxi driver took us to the airport."
the act of controlling and operating a vehicle; guiding or motivating something forward
"She loves driving along the coast on weekends."
to let something fall; a small quantity of liquid
"Be careful not to drop your phone."
a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance
"The doctor prescribed a new drug for the illness."
A retail store that sells medicines, health-related products, and sometimes cosmetics or snacks.
"I stopped by the drugstore to buy some cold medicine."
a musical instrument beaten with sticks or hands; also a cylindrical container
"The drummer hit the drum loudly during the concert."
free from moisture or liquid; not wet
"The clothes are dry after hanging in the sun."
a waterbird with a broad bill and webbed feet; to lower the head or body quickly to avoid something
"He ducked to avoid the flying ball."
expected at a certain time or required by a certain date
"The rent is due on the first of every month."
a container for holding waste or garbage before disposal
"Please throw the paper into the dustbin after use."
relating to the Netherlands, its people, or their language
"She enjoys Dutch paintings from the 17th century."
a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility
"It is our duty to protect the environment."
For example (from Latin 'exempli gratia').
"You should eat more fruits, e.g., apples and bananas."
large bird of prey with powerful wings and sharp talons
"The eagle soared high above the mountains."
a piece of jewelry worn on the earlobe or ear
"Her diamond earrings caught everyone's attention."
To receive money or reward in return for work or service.
"She worked hard to earn enough money for college."
the planet we live on; soil or ground
"The astronauts looked back at the Earth from space."
without difficulty or effort
"He solved the problem easily."
Relating to, situated in, or characteristic of the east.
"They traveled to the eastern part of the country."
The system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a society.
"The global economy has been affected by rising inflation."
the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university
"Education is the key to success."
a change that results from a particular action or cause
"The new law had a positive effect on public safety."
the use of physical or mental energy to do something; attempt
"He made a great effort to improve his English skills."
A vigorous or determined attempt; physical or mental energy
"Your efforts determine your success."
Relating to or operated by electricity.
"The room was lit by an electric lamp."
a device with rotating blades that creates airflow to cool or ventilate a room
"The electric fan keeps the room cool during hot summer days."
A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.
"The storm caused a power cut and we had no electricity."
Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.
"She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons."
a very large animal with a trunk, long curved tusks, and thick gray skin, found in Africa and Asia
"The elephant sprayed water over itself with its trunk."
a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building
"We took the elevator to the tenth floor."
feeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious about something
"He felt embarrassed when he forgot her name."
A serious, unexpected situation that requires immediate action.
"The ambulance arrived quickly in response to the emergency."
A person who works for an organization or company in return for payment.
"The company values each employee's contribution to its success."
A person or organization that hires and pays people to work.
"The employer promised better benefits to attract skilled workers."
containing nothing; not filled
"The box was completely empty."
To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.
"Parents should encourage their children to read daily."
the final part of something, such as a story, event, or period of time
"The movie had a surprising ending that no one expected."
a person or group that is hostile or opposed to someone or something
"The two countries have been enemies for decades."
the capacity for activity or work; power derived from physical or chemical resources
"Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular worldwide."
A machine designed to convert energy into mechanical power.
"The car's engine failed on the highway."
