Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 noun
tablespoon
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
B2 verb, noun
tackle
Meaning
to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down
Example
The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.
B2 noun
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 noun (plural)
tactics
Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
B2 noun
Tadpole
Meaning
the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail
Example
The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.
B2 noun, verb
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.
B2 noun
Tailor
Meaning
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
Example
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
B2 adjective
tailored
Meaning
Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.
Example
He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.
B2 phrase
take personally
Meaning
To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.
Example
Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you.
B2 noun
takeoff
Meaning
The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.
Example
The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.
B2 adjective
Talkative
Meaning
fond of talking; speaking freely and at length
Example
My talkative neighbor loves to chat about everything.
B2 adjective
Tame
Meaning
domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control
Example
The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.
B2 verb
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
tangible
Meaning
Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.
Example
The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.
B2 verb
tap
Meaning
to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound
Example
He tapped on the door to get her attention.
B2 noun, adjective
tart
Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
B2 adjective
Tasteful
Meaning
showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty
Example
She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.
B2 adjective
Tasteless
Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
B2 noun
taxation
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
B2 noun
taxpayer
Meaning
a person who pays tax to the government
Example
The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.
B2 noun
teammate
Meaning
a member of the same team
Example
He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.
B2 verb
Tease
Meaning
to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way
Example
Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.
B2 noun
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 adjective
technological
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.