B1 noun
B1 noun /ˈtæblət/
tablet
Meaning
a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine
Example
She took a tablet to relieve her headache.
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/
reporting
Meaning
the act of giving news or information about something
Example
Good reporting is essential for public awareness.
B1 verb /θrɪl/
Thrill
Meaning
to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased
Example
The roller coaster ride thrills adventure seekers.
B1 adjective ɪˈfek.tɪv
effective
Meaning
Successful in producing a desired or intended result; having the power to influence or produce a result.
Example
Effective policies drive organizational success.
B1 adjective /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/
Loving
Meaning
affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth
Example
She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children.
B1 noun, verb /ɡreɪd/
grade
Meaning
A level of quality, rank, or performance; to assign a score or mark to work or performance.
Example
The teacher graded all the papers by the weekend.
B1 noun /ˈprəʊ.tiːnz/
proteins
Meaning
Large biomolecules consisting of amino acids that perform essential functions in living organisms, including building and repairing tissues.
Example
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
B1 adverb /ˈnætʃərəli/
Naturally
Meaning
in a natural manner; as expected; of course
Example
She naturally excels in mathematics.
B1 noun /ˈbʊt.ʃər/
Butcher
Meaning
a person whose job is cutting up and selling meat in a shop
Example
The butcher recommended the best cut of beef for our dinner.
B1 noun /ˈaɪ.braʊ/
Eyebrow
Meaning
the strip of hair growing on the ridge above the eye socket
Example
She raised her eyebrow in surprise.
B1 adjective /ˈɡreɪt.fəl/
Grateful
Meaning
thankful; appreciative;
Example
I am grateful for your kindness and support.
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
operation
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
B1 adjective hɪˈstɔːrɪk
historic
Meaning
Famous or significant in history, or potentially so.
Example
Victory Day is a historic moment for Bangladesh.
B1 noun /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
Unemployment
Meaning
the state of being unemployed; lack of paid work
Example
The unemployment rate has increased significantly this year.
B1 noun /ˈkɒləm/
column
Meaning
A vertical structure that supports a building; also a section of text arranged vertically in a newspaper or table.
Example
The ancient temple had tall marble columns.
B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/
Aside
Meaning
to one side; apart; away from the main part
Example
Please set your book aside and listen to me.
B1 noun /ˈspɛndɪŋ/
spending
Meaning
the act of paying money for goods or services
Example
Her spending on clothes was higher than expected.
B1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən/
Mission
Meaning
An important task or assignment given to a person or group; a specific purpose or goal
Example
The astronauts completed their mission to the space station.
B1 verb /loʊˈkeɪt/
locate
Meaning
to find the exact position or place of something
Example
They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch.
B1 noun /əˌkɒm.əˈdeɪ.ʃənz/
accommodations
Meaning
Lodging; room and board; places to stay.
Example
The students had proper accommodations.
B1 noun /lɪd/
Lid
Meaning
a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container
Example
Please put the lid back on the jar.
B1 adjective dəˈmes.tɪk
domestic
Meaning
Existing or occurring inside a particular country; not foreign or international.
Example
Domestic investments stabilize the economy.
B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/
Statement
Meaning
a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts
Example
The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.
B1 verb kənˈsjuːmz
consumes
Meaning
Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
Example
An individual consumes around 20 kg of plastic annually.
B1 verb /ɪˈneɪbəl/
enable
Meaning
to make something possible; to give power or ability
Example
This software enables users to edit videos easily.
B1 noun roʊps
ropes
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
B1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/
centimeter
Meaning
A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Example
The table is 120 centimeters long.
B1 noun /tʃɪl/
Chill
Meaning
an unpleasant feeling of coldness; a feeling of fear or anxiety; to relax
Example
There was a chill in the air as autumn approached.
B1 verb /dɪˈleɪ/
delay
Meaning
to make something happen later than planned
Example
The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
B1 noun ˈvɪktəri
victory
Meaning
The act of defeating an enemy or opponent in a battle, game, or other competition.
Example
The victory of Bangladesh on December 16 is a moment of pride.
B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/
Species
Meaning
a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.
B1 verb ɪnˈspaɪər
inspire
Meaning
To fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially creative or noble.
Example
Artemis seeks to inspire future generations.
B1 noun /ˈmiːdiəm/
medium
Meaning
A means or channel of communication, expression, or artistic work.
Example
Television is a powerful medium for spreading information.
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/
educational
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
B1 noun /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/
countryside
Meaning
land outside cities and towns; rural areas with farms, fields, and villages
Example
She enjoys the peace and beauty of the countryside.
B1 noun prɪˈven.ʃən
prevention
Meaning
The action of stopping something from happening or arising.
Example
Prevention of fascism ensures democracy.
B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/
container
Meaning
A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.
Example
Containers are essential for logistics.
B1 noun /læd/
lad
Meaning
a boy or young man; a male youth
Example
The young lad helped his father in the shop.
B1 noun /ˈprɪnsɪpl/
principle
Meaning
A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
Example
Honesty is a key principle of leadership.
B1 noun rəʊlz
Roles
Meaning
A person's or thing's function in a particular situation.
Example
Defined roles improve team performance.
B1 noun, verb /dʒeɪl/
jail
Meaning
A place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime; to imprison.
Example
The thief was sent to jail for stealing.
B1 noun /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/
voting
Meaning
the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote
Example
Voting is an important part of a democratic society.
B1 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/
ensure
Meaning
To make certain that something will happen or be the case.
Example
Please ensure that the door is locked before you leave.
B1 noun /naɪt/
Knight
Meaning
a man given a rank of honor by a British king or queen; a medieval warrior on horseback
Example
The brave knight rescued the princess from the dragon's castle.
B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/
officer
Meaning
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
Example
The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.
B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/
according
Meaning
As stated by or in agreement with.
Example
According to the report, sales increased last quarter.
B1 verb /ʃuːt/
shoot
Meaning
to fire a bullet or arrow from a weapon; to take a photograph or film
Example
He learned how to shoot a bow and arrow.
B1 verb /stæmp/
stamp
Meaning
To bring down (one's foot) heavily on the ground; to imprint a mark or seal.
Example
She stamped her foot in frustration.
B1 verb /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/
demonstrate
Meaning
to clearly show or prove something through evidence, explanation, or action
Example
The teacher demonstrated the experiment to the class.
B1 adverb /əˈkeɪʒənəli/
Occasionally
Meaning
sometimes; from time to time; not regularly
Example
I occasionally visit my grandmother on weekends.
B1 noun /ˈɡrænd.tʃaɪld/
grandchild
Meaning
the child of one's son or daughter
Example
They love spending time with their grandchild on weekends.
B1 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/
typical
Meaning
having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing
Example
It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.
B1 noun /ˈdʒen.dər/
Gender
Meaning
either of the two sexes (male and female); the range of characteristics pertaining to masculinity and femininity
Example
The company promotes gender equality by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
B1 adjective /səˈpəʊzd/
supposed
Meaning
generally believed or assumed, but not necessarily true
Example
This is the supposed solution to the problem.
B1 adjective /əˈlɜːrt/
alert
Meaning
quick to notice and respond to potential danger or issues; aware and attentive
Example
The alert dog barked at the stranger approaching the house.
B1 noun ˈwɔː.mɪŋ
warming
Meaning
The process of becoming warmer; an increase in temperature.
Example
Warming is accelerating due to greenhouse gases.
B1 adjective /ˈɛd.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd/
educated
Meaning
Having received a good level of formal schooling or training; knowledgeable
Example
She is an educated woman who values lifelong learning.
B1 noun /ˈviːɪkəl/
Vehicle
Meaning
a thing used for transporting people or goods, especially on land; a means of expressing or displaying something
Example
The electric vehicle is becoming more popular these days.
B1 adjective dɪˈleɪd
delayed
Meaning
Late or postponed; happening later than planned or expected.
Example
The Artemis mission was delayed due to technical challenges.
B1 noun /ˈvæl.juː/
Value
Meaning
the importance or worth of something; the amount of money that something is worth
Example
This antique vase has great sentimental value to our family.
B1 noun ˌdemənˈstreɪʃənz
demonstrations
Meaning
The action or process of showing the existence or truth of something by giving proof or evidence.
Example
Demonstrations occurred on March 11.
B1 noun pɑːˈtɪs.ɪ.pənts
participants
Meaning
People who take part in something; those involved in an activity or event.
Example
Participants will enjoy breathtaking views.
B1 noun /klɑːrk/
clerk
Meaning
A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.
Example
The clerk helped me find the correct form.
B1 verb /riˈækt/
react
Meaning
to respond or behave in a particular way to something
Example
She reacted angrily when she heard the news.
B1 adjective /ˈrʊr.əl/
Rural
Meaning
relating to the countryside; characteristic of farming or country life
Example
She grew up in a rural area far from the city.
B1 verb /ɪnˈtend/
intend
Meaning
to plan or have in mind as a purpose; to mean
Example
I intend to finish this project by tomorrow.
B1 verb /loʊd/
load
Meaning
to put goods or cargo onto a vehicle; to fill something with a heavy quantity
Example
Workers load the truck with heavy boxes.
B1 verb /rɑːb/
rob
Meaning
to steal money or property from a person or place; to commit robbery
Example
The thief tried to rob the bank last night.
B1 adjective /ˈsɪniər/
senior
Meaning
having a higher rank or status; older or more experienced
Example
He is the senior manager in the department.
B1 noun /seɪk/
Sake
Meaning
purpose or reason for doing something; benefit or interest
Example
She worked overtime for the sake of her family's future.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər
timer
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
B1 noun /ˈbriːðɪŋ/
breathing
Meaning
the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs.
Example
Deep breathing can help you relax.
B1 adjective /ɪmˈpres.ɪv/
Impressive
Meaning
striking; remarkable; having the ability to impress
Example
Her impressive performance earned her a standing ovation.
B1 noun /ˌkwɒl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Qualification
Meaning
official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement
Example
She has the right qualifications for this engineering job.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/
Confident
Meaning
self-assured; certain; having belief in one's abilities
Example
She felt confident about her performance in the exam.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈnɒvəl/
novel
Meaning
A long fictional narrative; also something new or unusual.
Example
She spent the weekend reading a historical novel.
B1 noun aɪˈdɛntɪti
identity
Meaning
The fact of being who or what a person or thing is; the characteristics determining who or what a person or thing is.
Example
The day reinforces our national identity.
B1 adverb /ˈtʃɪəfəli/
cheerfully
Meaning
in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits
Example
She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day.
B1 adjective /ˈtrʌbəld/
troubled
Meaning
experiencing or showing distress, anxiety, or worry
Example
He looked deeply troubled after hearing the bad news.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/
trading
Meaning
the act or business of buying and selling goods or services
Example
She made a fortune through online trading.
B1 noun /lenz/
lens
Meaning
a curved piece of glass or plastic that makes things look clearer or larger when you look through it
Example
He cleaned the camera lens before taking the picture.
B1 noun /ˈreɪlˌroʊd/
railroad
Meaning
a track or system of tracks made of steel rails along which trains run
Example
The railroad connects the city to several nearby towns.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈmæksɪməm/
maximum
Meaning
the greatest or highest amount, value, or degree possible
Example
She scored the maximum marks in the exam.
B1 verb /ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/
emphasize
Meaning
to give special importance or attention to something
Example
The teacher emphasized the importance of homework.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪkəl/
chemical
Meaning
a substance produced by or used in a chemical process
Example
The factory releases harmful chemicals into the river.
B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/
Entertaining
Meaning
providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging
Example
The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.
B1 noun pɔːrt
Port
Meaning
A town or city with a harbor where ships load or unload.
Example
Ports improve maritime trade.
B1 noun /ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
registration
Meaning
the action or process of enrolling or signing up for something
Example
The registration for the event will close tomorrow.
B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/
Caravan
Meaning
a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas
Example
The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.
B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/
Constantly
Meaning
continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping
Example
The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈnoʊn/
Unknown
Meaning
not known or identified; unfamiliar
Example
The author of this letter remains unknown.
B1 noun /tuː θɜːrdz/
two-thirds
Meaning
a fraction equal to two parts of three; 2/3.
Example
Two-thirds of the students passed the exam.
B1 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/
Capable
Meaning
having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent
Example
She is capable of handling complex problems.
B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/
terrific
Meaning
extremely good or excellent; very great or intense
Example
The concert last night was absolutely terrific.
B1 adverb /ʌnˈjuːʒuəli/
unusually
Meaning
in a way that is not typical or expected; to an uncommon degree
Example
It was unusually cold for this time of year.
B1 adjective ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt
independent
Meaning
Not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence; free from outside control; not subject to another's authority.
Example
An independent institution ensures transparency in governance.
B1 verb /ˈedɪt/
edit
Meaning
to make changes to improve or correct something
Example
I need to edit this document before submission.
B1 noun /kəˈrɛkʃən/
correction
Meaning
the action or process of correcting something
Example
The teacher made a correction to the student's essay.
B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/
competitive
Meaning
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
Example
She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.
B1 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/
engage
Meaning
To participate or become involved in; to attract or hold attention.
Example
The teacher tried to engage the students in the discussion.
B1 noun /ˈpaɪn.æp.əl/
Pine Apple
Meaning
a large tropical fruit with a tough skin and sweet yellow flesh
Example
The pineapple has a crown of spiky leaves on top.
B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd
accepted
Meaning
Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.
Example
The accepted terms were discussed in detail.
B1 noun /bʊk ˈsel.ər/
Book seller
Meaning
a person who sells books, especially as a business
Example
The book seller recommended a great novel for my summer reading.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/
characteristic
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
B1 noun /soʊl/
Soul
Meaning
the spiritual or immaterial essence of a human being or animal; a person's emotional or intellectual nature
Example
She poured her heart and soul into her artwork.
B1 verb /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/
exploring
Meaning
Investigating or studying thoroughly; searching into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.
Example
They are exploring different areas of Antarctica.
B1 verb /sərˈvaɪv/
survive
Meaning
To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.
Example
He managed to survive the storm.
B1 noun ˈtʃeə.pɜː.sən
chairperson
Meaning
A person who is in charge of a meeting or organization; the presiding officer of a committee, board, or organization.
Example
The chairperson ensures procedural integrity.
B1 noun ɪˈməʊʃənz
emotions
Meaning
Strong feelings deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.
Example
Emotions ran high during the protests.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.tent/
Content
Meaning
pleased and satisfied; the things that are contained in something; subject matter of a text
Example
She felt content with her simple life in the countryside.
B1 adjective /ˈdʒel.əs/
Jealous
Meaning
feeling envious or resentful; possessive of someone's attention or affection
Example
She felt jealous when her friend got promoted.
B1 noun /roʊˈmæns/
Romance
Meaning
a feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love; a love affair or relationship
Example
Their romance began when they met at the university library.
B1 noun /dɒt/
dot
Meaning
a small round mark or spot
Example
She drew a red dot on the paper.
B1 noun /kæˈʃɪər/
Cashier
Meaning
a person who handles payments and transactions in a store or bank
Example
The cashier scanned all the items and calculated the total bill.
B1 verb ɪkˈspændɪŋ
expanding
Meaning
Becoming larger or more extensive; increasing in size, number, or importance.
Example
Expanding education opportunities helps reduce inequality.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.rɪ.zəm
tourism
Meaning
The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest.
Example
Tourism drives economic growth in many countries.
B1 noun /pɪl/
pill
Meaning
a small round piece of medicine to be swallowed
Example
He took a pill to relieve his headache.
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːrtər/
reporter
Meaning
a person who reports news or information
Example
The reporter interviewed several people at the scene.
B1 noun /plʌm/
Plum
Meaning
a small round fruit with smooth red or purple skin, sweet flesh, and a single large seed
Example
The purple plum was juicy and delicious.
B1 adjective ˈɪnəveɪtɪv
innovative
Meaning
Featuring new methods; advanced and original
Example
Innovative strategies are required to combat pollution.