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B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

Meaning
the action or crime of stealing
Example
The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.
B1 noun /θiːm/

theme

Meaning
A subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation.
Example
The theme highlighted resilience and sustainability.
C2 adjective /ˈtrɛntʃənt/

trenchant

Meaning
expressed strongly, effectively, and clearly; sharp or cutting in style or expression
Example
Her trenchant criticism of the policy left no room for misunderstanding.
C2 verb /θrɛʃ/

thresh

Meaning
to separate grain from the plant by beating or by using a machine
Example
Farmers used machines to thresh the wheat after harvest.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

Meaning
The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.
Example
The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.
C1 noun ˈtɑksɪk ɪˈmɪʃənz

toxic emissions

Meaning
Harmful or poisonous substances released into the environment, especially the atmosphere.
Example
Toxic emissions from vehicles pollute the atmosphere.
B1 adjective /ˈtemptɪŋ/

Tempting

Meaning
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring
Example
The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window.
B1 verb /træk/

track

Meaning
To follow or trace the course or progress of something.
Example
Someone can easily track your location on social media.
C1 verb /tiːm/

teem

Meaning
to be full of or swarming with
Example
The forest teems with wildlife.
B1 noun, verb /toʊn/

tone

Meaning
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
Example
The tone of the letter was very formal.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

telltale

Meaning
Revealing something that is usually hidden; giving away a secret or clue.
Example
The telltale signs of fatigue were visible on his face.
C1 adjective /ˌtaɪpəˈɡræfɪkəl/

typographical

Meaning
relating to the style, arrangement, or appearance of printed text
Example
There was a typographical error in the book.
C1 adjective /ˈtɪpsi/

tipsy

Meaning
slightly drunk
Example
She felt tipsy after just one glass of wine.
C2 adjective /ˈtrɛmjələs/

tremulous

Meaning
shaking or quivering slightly, often from nervousness or weakness
Example
Her voice was tremulous as she gave her speech.
A2 noun /ˈtrʌb.əl/

Trouble

Meaning
difficulty or problems; effort or exertion made to do something
Example
The car broke down and caused a lot of trouble for the family.
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.
B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

Meaning
a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture
Example
The tribe lived in harmony with nature.
B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

Meaning
a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job
Example
The technician repaired the computer within an hour.
B2 noun /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

Meaning
a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal
Example
The coach used a new tactic to win the game.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

Meaning
poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant
Example
The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.
C1 adjective /ˈtæksɪŋ/

taxing

Meaning
Requiring a lot of effort; physically or mentally demanding.
Example
Preparing for the exam was a taxing experience.
B1 adverb /ˈðɛərˌfɔr/

Therefore

Meaning
for that reason; consequently
Example
It was raining, therefore we stayed inside.
A2 verb /tʊr/

Tour

Meaning
to travel around a place for pleasure or to perform
Example
The band will tour several cities this summer.
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
C1 noun /təˈpɒɡrəfi/

topography

Meaning
the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area
Example
The topography of the region made construction very challenging.
A2 preposition /tɔːrdz/

towards

Meaning
in the direction of
Example
He is running towards the park.
B1 adjective /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/

Talented

Meaning
having a natural ability or skill in a particular area
Example
She is a talented musician who plays multiple instruments.
B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

Meaning
completely; entirely; in a thorough manner
Example
She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
B1 noun tɪk mɑːrk

tick mark

Meaning
A mark (✓) used to indicate that something is correct or has been chosen, checked, or dealt with.
Example
I put a tick mark on all the completed tasks.
A1 noun /taʊn/

town

Meaning
a human settlement smaller than a city
Example
The town was quiet on Sundays.
C1 noun /ˈtoʊtəm/

totem

Meaning
A natural object, animal, or symbol that is revered as a spiritual emblem by a group or tribe.
Example
The eagle is considered a sacred totem in many cultures.
C1 noun /təˈnæs.ə.ti/

tenacity

Meaning
Determination, persistence, and the quality of not giving up
Example
His tenacity in solving problems led to his success.
A2 noun /ˈtel.ɪˌvɪʒ.ən/

Television

Meaning
an electronic device for receiving and displaying television broadcasts
Example
My family watches television together every evening.
B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

Meaning
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
Example
She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.
A2 noun ˌtræn.spɔːrˈteɪ.ʃən

Transportation

Meaning
The movement of people or goods from one place to another.
Example
Efficient transportation reduces costs.
C2 adjective /trænzˈmɪsəbl/

transmissible

Meaning
able to be passed or spread from one person or thing to another
Example
COVID-19 is a highly transmissible disease.
B1 adjective /ˈθæŋk.fəl/

Thankful

Meaning
pleased and relieved; expressing gratitude; appreciative
Example
I am thankful for all your help and support.
B2 noun, verb /tæɡ/

tag

Meaning
a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label
Example
She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane.
B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

Meaning
extremely good or excellent; very great or intense
Example
The concert last night was absolutely terrific.
B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

Meaning
the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football
Example
The plane made a smooth touchdown.
A1 preposition /θruː/

through

Meaning
moving in one side and out the other side of something
Example
The train passed through the tunnel.
A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

Meaning
the number following nine and preceding eleven
Example
I have ten apples in the basket.
A1 noun /ˈθaʊzənd/

thousand

Meaning
the number equal to 10 hundred or 1,000
Example
There were a thousand people at the concert.
A2 noun /ˈtæksi/

taxi

Meaning
A car licensed to transport passengers in exchange for payment of a fare.
Example
We hailed a taxi to get to the airport.
A1 pronoun /ðoʊz/

those

Meaning
used to refer to people or things that are far away or distant in space, time, or thought
Example
Those are the shoes I want.
B2 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

Meaning
in a thick manner; densely; heavily
Example
The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrʃieri/

tertiary

Meaning
third in order, rank, or level
Example
He is pursuing his tertiary education at the university.
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
B2 adjective /ˈtɪm.ɪd/

Timid

Meaning
shy and lacking confidence; easily frightened
Example
She was too timid to speak in public.
A2 noun /teɪp/

tape

Meaning
a long, narrow strip of material, often sticky on one side, used for fastening or sticking things together
Example
I need some tape to seal this box.
C1 noun /tækt/

tact

Meaning
Adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.
Example
He handled the situation with tact and professionalism.
C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

Meaning
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
Example
The cows drank water from the wooden trough.
C2 noun /ˈtælɪzmən/

talisman

Meaning
An object believed to have magical powers or bring good luck.
Example
He always carried a small talisman in his pocket for luck.
B2 noun /taɪm ˈblɒk.ɪŋ/

time blocking

Meaning
A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.
Example
Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.
B1 verb /ter/

tear

Meaning
to pull apart or damage by force; to rip
Example
Be careful not to tear the paper.
B2 noun /tɪˈlɑpiə fɪʃ/

Tilapia fish

Meaning
a freshwater fish native to Africa, widely farmed for food due to its mild taste and fast growth
Example
Tilapia fish is one of the most commonly farmed fish species worldwide.
C1 adjective /ˈtɔːrtʃərəs/

torturous

Meaning
Extremely painful or causing great suffering; relating to or involving torture.
Example
The journey through the desert was long and torturous.
B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

Meaning
a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock
Example
The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.
C2 adjective /ˈtriːzənəbl/

treasonable

Meaning
Relating to or involving the crime of treason.
Example
The general was accused of treasonable conduct.
B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

Meaning
telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere
Example
She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
C2 adjective /ˈtræktəbəl/

tractable

Meaning
easy to control or influence
Example
The child was surprisingly tractable during the long journey.
B1 verb ˈtrænsfər

transfer

Meaning
To move from one place to another; to hand over.
Example
Power transfer was necessary.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.nə.mənt

tournament

Meaning
A series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for an overall prize.
Example
The tournament showcased exceptional talent.
B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
A2 noun tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

technology

Meaning
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes
Example
Advanced technology reshapes industries.
B1 noun /tɔːrˈtiːə/

tortilla

Meaning
A thin round flatbread made from corn or wheat, common in Mexican cuisine.
Example
She wrapped the vegetables in a warm tortilla.
B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

Meaning
a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
Example
The company’s logo is its trademark.
C1 adjective /ˌtɒpsi ˈtɜːvi/

topsy-turvy

Meaning
in a state of confusion, disorder, or upside down
Example
The sudden announcement left the office in a topsy-turvy state.
B2 noun /twɪɡ/

twig

Meaning
a small thin branch of a tree or bush
Example
She broke a twig off the tree to use as a stick.
A2 adverb /ˈtoʊtəli/

Totally

Meaning
completely; entirely; absolutely
Example
I totally agree with your opinion.
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

Meaning
the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject
Example
Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.
B1 noun /tɜːm/

term

Meaning
a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept
Example
The term 'machine learning' is commonly used in technology.
C1 adverb /ˌðɛərˈtu/

Thereto

Meaning
to that; in addition to that
Example
The house and the garden attached thereto were sold.
B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

Meaning
a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers
Example
Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.
C2 noun /ˈtɔːrpər/

torpor

Meaning
A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.
Example
The heat induced a state of torpor in the workers.
C2 adjective /ˈtɪtjələr/

titular

Meaning
holding a title or position in name only without real power; relating to the title of a work
Example
She is the titular head of the committee, but decisions are made by the coordinator.
C1 verb /trænsˈɡrɛs/

transgress

Meaning
to go beyond the limits of a moral law, command, or boundary; to sin
Example
He apologized after realizing he had transgressed the community's rules.
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
A2 noun /ˈtraɪ.sɪ.kəl/

Tricycle

Meaning
a three-wheeled vehicle, especially one for children
Example
The child rode his tricycle in the park.
B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

Meaning
Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.
Example
Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.
A2 adjective /tʌf/

tough

Meaning
strong, durable, and difficult to break or deal with
Example
He had a tough day at work.
C1 adjective /ˈtæn.tə.laɪ.zɪŋ/

Tantalizing

Meaning
tempting and attractive but out of reach
Example
The tantalizing aroma of fresh bread filled the bakery.
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 adjective /ˈtɛmpərɛri/

temporary

Meaning
Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
Example
She found a temporary job during the summer break.
C2 adjective ˈtɛnsaɪl

tensile

Meaning
Relating to tension; capable of being stretched.
Example
The tensile strength of the material is crucial for the construction project.
C1 verb /trʌdʒ/

trudge

Meaning
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
Example
They had to trudge through the snow to reach the village.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
B2 noun ˈtraɪəmf

triumph

Meaning
A great victory or achievement.
Example
The novel is considered one of Dickens' greatest triumphs.
C2 verb /ˈtrʌk.əl/

truckle

Meaning
To submit or yield obsequiously to someone in power.
Example
He refused to truckle to the demands of the corrupt officials.
C2 noun /ˈtrɪmnəs/

trimness

Meaning
the quality of being neat, orderly, or slender and well-proportioned
Example
Her room’s trimness reflected a habit of putting everything back in its place.
B2 noun trænˈspær.ən.si

transparency

Meaning
The quality of being easy to perceive or detect; openness, accountability, and honesty in governance or operations.
Example
Transparency fosters trust in governance.
A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

Meaning
An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.
Example
Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.
B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

Meaning
to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence
Example
She was called to testify in court about the accident.
C1 noun /traɪˈbjuːnəl/

tribunal

Meaning
a court of justice or body established to settle disputes
Example
The case was heard in an international tribunal.
A1 noun /ˈteɪbəl/

table

Meaning
A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.
Example
They placed the documents on the table.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
A2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtoʊ.təl/

total

Meaning
the whole amount; complete
Example
The total cost was too high.
B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
A2 noun /ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/

teaching

Meaning
the profession or practice of teaching
Example
Teaching is a noble profession.
C2 noun /tɛkˈnɒɡrəfi/

technography

Meaning
the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society
Example
The anthropologist specialized in technography to understand indigenous tool-making traditions.
A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

Meaning
having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin
Example
The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.
B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
A1 conjunction /ðæn/

than

Meaning
used to introduce the second element in a comparison
Example
She is taller than her brother.
A2 conjunction /ðoʊ/

though

Meaning
used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement of the sentence seem surprising or unexpected
Example
Though it was raining, they still went outside.
C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

Meaning
able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else
Example
The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.
C1 adjective /ˈtæti/

tatty

Meaning
Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.
Example
The sofa looked old and tatty after years of use.
C2 adjective /ˈtɛnɪbrəs/

tenebrous

Meaning
dark, shadowy, or obscure
Example
The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds.
C2 adjective /ˈtɪd.li/

Tiddley

Meaning
slightly drunk; small or tiny
Example
After a few drinks, he felt a bit tiddley.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

Meaning
the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something
Example
He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.
C2 adjective /ˌtɛmɪˈrɛəriəs/

temerarious

Meaning
Reckless or rash; showing a lack of caution.
Example
It was a temerarious decision to cross the river during the storm.
A2 noun /ˈtɜːrtl/

turtle

Meaning
A slow-moving reptile with a hard shell that lives in water or on land
Example
The turtle slowly crossed the sandy beach.
C2 adjective /ˈtrʌŋkeɪtɪd/

truncated

Meaning
shortened by cutting off a part; cut short
Example
The meeting was truncated due to time constraints.
C1 adjective /ˈtɑːrdi/

tardy

Meaning
Delayed; arriving or happening late.
Example
The student received a warning for being tardy to class.
C1 adjective /ˈten.tə.tɪv/

Tentative

Meaning
not certain or fixed; provisional; hesitant or unsure
Example
We made tentative plans to meet next week.
C2 noun /ˈterəpɪn/

terrapin

Meaning
a small freshwater turtle, especially one found in North America
Example
The terrapin slowly crawled into the pond.
B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

Meaning
A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.
Example
Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.
C1 noun ˈtær.ɪf

tariff

Meaning
A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports.
Example
The government imposed high tariffs on luxury goods.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪnər/

trainer

Meaning
a person who teaches skills or gives training
Example
The fitness trainer helped me improve my posture.
A2 adjective /ˈθɜːr.sti/

Thirsty

Meaning
feeling a need to drink; having a strong desire for something
Example
I am very thirsty after running in the heat.