CEFR Level
A small mechanical or electronic device with a particular function, often novel or useful.
"He loves buying the latest kitchen gadgets."
A room or building for the display or sale of works of art.
"The gallery showcased modern paintings by local artists."
An organized group of people, often involved in crime or violence.
"The gang was arrested by the police last night."
An empty space or break between two objects or parts; a difference or disparity.
"There is a huge gap between the rich and the poor."
waste material; things that are no longer useful or wanted
"Please take out the garbage before it starts to smell."
A strong-smelling plant used as a seasoning in cooking.
"She added garlic to the curry."
a liquid fuel made from petroleum, used mainly to power engines in vehicles
"The price of gasoline has increased significantly this month."
a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose
"We attended a family gathering last weekend."
The state of being male, female, or another identity as recognized socially or culturally.
"The survey asked about participants' age and gender."
all the people born and living at about the same time; the process of producing something
"The younger generation is more comfortable with technology."
All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.
"The family tree spans several generations."
willing to give or share more than is necessary; kind and giving
"She is very generous with her time and money."
Kind, mild, or tender in nature or behavior
"He was always gentle with children."
a man who is polite, courteous, and honorable
"He opened the door for her like a true gentleman."
in a kind, careful, or soft way
"She gently placed the baby in the crib."
real and authentic; not fake or artificial
"This is a genuine leather bag."
an extremely large and powerful being or a very large person or thing
"The company grew into a giant in the tech industry."
a hot-tasting root used as a spice in cooking and as medicine
"Add fresh ginger to the curry for extra flavor."
Specified or stated; already decided or certain.
"It is a given fact that hard work leads to success."
a person who gives something
"She was always a generous giver to charity."
willingly and with pleasure
"I would gladly help you with your homework."
To take a brief or hurried look.
"She glanced at her watch before leaving the room."
Merchandise or possessions; things that are bought and sold.
"The company produces high-quality goods for export."
large waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet
"The goose swam gracefully across the pond."
Extremely beautiful or attractive.
"The bride looked gorgeous in her wedding dress."
to talk about other people's private lives, often in an unkind way
"They love to gossip about their neighbors."
To seize something quickly and firmly.
"He tried to grab the ball before it rolled away."
A level of quality, rank, or performance; to assign a score or mark to work or performance.
"The teacher graded all the papers by the weekend."
Slowly and steadily, taking place step by step.
"She gradually improved her English over the year."
As a noun: a person who has completed a course of study; As a verb: to complete a course of study successfully.
"She will graduate from university next year."
the act of receiving a degree or diploma after completing a course of study
"Her parents attended her graduation ceremony with pride."
magnificent and impressive in appearance, size, or style
"They stayed at a grand hotel in Paris."
the child of one's son or daughter
"They love spending time with their grandchild on weekends."
the daughter of one’s son or daughter
"Her granddaughter visits her every weekend."
the son of one's son or daughter
"His grandson visits him every weekend."
feeling or showing thanks for something or someone
"I am grateful for your help."
A massive ancient fortification system in China, built to protect against invasions and considered one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
"The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world."
to a large extent or degree; very much
"She was greatly admired by her students."
a metal frame used for cooking food over an open fire; to cook food on such a frame
"We grilled some chicken for dinner."
a person who sells food and household goods in a shop
"The grocer has fresh vegetables and fruits in his store."
the process of increasing in size, number, or importance
"The company has shown remarkable growth in the last year."
a formal promise or assurance, especially about the quality or durability of a product
"The company guarantees a refund if the product is faulty."
help or advice that is given to someone about what to do
"She sought her teacher’s guidance before making a decision."
A feeling of responsibility or remorse for an offense or wrongdoing
"She felt deep guilt after lying to her friend."
responsible for a crime or wrongdoing; feeling shame or regret
"He felt guilty after lying to his friend."
