Vocabulary Cards
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B2 noun
headquarters
Meaning
The main office or center of operations of an organization.
Example
The company’s headquarters is located in New York.
C1 adjective
headstrong
Meaning
Determined to do what one wants, even if it is not sensible.
Example
The headstrong child refused to listen to anyone.
C1 noun
Headway
Meaning
forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
Example
Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.
C2 adjective
Heady
Meaning
having a strong or exhilarating effect; intoxicating; exciting
Example
The heady perfume of jasmine filled the garden.
B1 verb
heal
Meaning
to cure; to become healthy again
Example
Time will heal all wounds.
A2 noun
health
Meaning
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Exercise is important for good health.
B2 noun
health hazards
Meaning
Risks or dangers to physical health and well-being that can cause illness or injury.
Example
Plastic usage leads to significant health hazards.
B1 noun
health-care
Meaning
the organized provision of medical services to maintain or improve health
Example
Access to quality health-care is essential for every citizen.
B1 noun
healthcare
Meaning
the organized provision of medical care to people
Example
The country invested heavily in healthcare to improve public health.
C1 adjective
healthful
Meaning
Promoting good health; beneficial to health.
Example
A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
A2 adjective
healthy
Meaning
Good physical and mental condition, free from disease or illness.
Example
Regular exercise and a balanced diet keep the body healthy.
A1 verb
hear
Meaning
to perceive sound; to listen to
Example
I can hear the birds singing.
B1 noun
Hearing
Meaning
the faculty of perceiving sounds; a session in which testimony and arguments are heard
Example
The elderly man's hearing had deteriorated, so he needed to wear a hearing aid.
C2 verb
hearken
Meaning
To listen attentively; to give heed.
Example
He would hearken to his mentor’s advice before making decisions.
C1 noun
Hearsay
Meaning
information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor
Example
The accusations were based on hearsay rather than concrete evidence or eyewitness testimony.
C2 noun
Hearse
Meaning
a vehicle for conveying the coffin at a funeral; a funeral car
Example
The black hearse slowly made its way to the cemetery, followed by a procession of mourners.
A2 noun
Heart
Meaning
the organ in the chest that pumps blood through the body; the center of emotions and feelings
Example
The doctor listened to my heart with a stethoscope.
B2 noun
heartbeat
Meaning
A pulsation of the heart, especially as perceptible to the touch or audible with a stethoscope.
Example
Rubbing the eyes helps normalize the heartbeat.
B2 adjective
Heartbreaking
Meaning
causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing
Example
The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.
C2 verb
hearten
Meaning
To give courage, confidence, or hope.
Example
The teacher’s encouragement heartened the students.
C1 adverb
Heartily
Meaning
in a sincere and enthusiastic manner; wholeheartedly
Example
She heartily welcomed her guests to the party.
C1 adjective
heartrending
Meaning
Causing great sadness or distress; very moving emotionally.
Example
The documentary showed heartrending scenes of war victims.
B2 adjective
Hearty
Meaning
enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing
Example
He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.
A2 verb
heat
Meaning
to make or become hot or warm
Example
Please heat the soup before serving.