Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 adverb
hence
Meaning
for this reason; as a result
Example
She was the best candidate, hence she was chosen for the job.
B2 noun
herb
Meaning
a plant used for flavoring food, medicine, or perfume
Example
Basil is a popular herb used in Italian cuisine.
B2 adjective
herbal
Meaning
Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.
Example
Herbal remedies were widely used here.
B2 noun/verb
herd
Meaning
a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.
Example
The shepherd herded the sheep into the pen.
B2 noun
heritage
Meaning
Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.
Example
Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage.
B2 adjective
heroic
Meaning
showing great bravery or courage; relating to a hero or heroes
Example
The firefighter made a heroic effort to save the child.
B2 adjective
Hesitant
Meaning
uncertain or unwilling to act; showing doubt or reluctance
Example
She was hesitant to accept the job offer.
B2 verb
hesitate
Meaning
to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do
Example
Don't hesitate to ask for help.
B2 noun
Hesitation
Meaning
the action of pausing or delaying; uncertainty or unwillingness to act
Example
After a moment of hesitation, she decided to accept the challenging job offer from the company.
B2 noun
hierarchy
Meaning
A system in which people or things are arranged in levels of importance or authority.
Example
The corporate hierarchy determines who makes the final decision.
B2 adjective
high-profile
Meaning
having a lot of attention or public notice
Example
The CEO attended a high-profile conference in New York.
B2 adjective
high-tech
Meaning
using or involving advanced technology.
Example
The company produces high-tech medical devices.
B2 adjective
hilarious
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
B2 adjective
hilly
Meaning
having many hills; characterized by hills or slopes
Example
The village is located in a beautiful hilly region.
B2 noun
hip
Meaning
The part of the body on either side of the pelvis, or informal: trendy and fashionable.
Example
She put her hands on her hips.
B2 noun
Hippopotamus
Meaning
a large, mostly herbivorous mammal that lives in and around water in Africa
Example
The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.
B2 adjective
hispanic
Meaning
relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.
Example
She studies Hispanic culture and language.
B2 noun
historian
Meaning
a person who studies or writes about history
Example
The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.
B2 adverb
historically
Meaning
in a way that relates to history or past events
Example
Historically, this city was a major trade center.
B2 noun
Hive
Meaning
a structure in which bees live and produce honey; a place full of busy activity
Example
The garden was buzzing with activity as bees flew back and forth from their hive.
B2 adjective
holistic
Meaning
Understanding or analyzing something through a comprehensive, integrated whole perspective.
Example
A holistic approach to health considers both body and mind.
B2 adjective
Hollow
Meaning
having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere
Example
The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.
B2 noun
home district
Meaning
the district where a person was born or originally comes from
Example
He returned to his home district after many years abroad.
B2 noun
homeland
Meaning
a person's native country or region
Example
She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.