Vocabulary Cards
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B2 verb
shorten
Meaning
To make something shorter in length, duration, or extent
Example
She decided to shorten her speech to fit the time limit.
B1 adverb
Shortly
Meaning
soon; in a short time; briefly
Example
The meeting will begin shortly.
A2 noun
shorts
Meaning
a short garment worn on the lower half of the body that covers each leg separately, usually above the knees.
Example
He wore a pair of blue shorts to the beach.
A2 noun, verb
shot
Meaning
a single attempt to hit something, usually with a weapon or a ball
Example
He took a shot at the goal.
A1 modal verb
should
Meaning
used to indicate obligation or duty
Example
You should study for your exams.
B1 noun
Shoulder
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
B1 verb
shout
Meaning
to say something very loudly
Example
He shouted at the top of his lungs to get their attention.
B2 verb
shove
Meaning
to push someone or something roughly
Example
He shoved the box into the corner.
B2 noun
Shovel
Meaning
a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials
Example
He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.
A1 verb
show
Meaning
to display or present something to others; to make visible
Example
Can you show me the way to the station?
B2 noun
showcase
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
A2 noun
shower
Meaning
a brief fall of rain or snow or a device for taking a bath or washing oneself
Example
After the workout, I took a quick shower to refresh myself.
C1
shred
Meaning
to tear or cut something into small pieces
Example
She shredded the old documents before throwing them away.
C1 noun
shrew
Meaning
a small mouse-like animal; also a woman with a bad temper
Example
The play describes a strong-willed woman as a shrew.
C1 adjective
Shrewd
Meaning
having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute
Example
The shrewd businessman made a profitable deal in the competitive market.
B2 verb
shriek
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
C1 adjective
shrill
Meaning
High-pitched and piercing in sound.
Example
The shrill whistle startled everyone in the room.
B1 noun
Shrimp
Meaning
a small marine crustacean with a slender body and long legs
Example
We ordered grilled shrimp with garlic butter for dinner.
C1 noun
Shrine
Meaning
a holy or sacred place dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, or saint
Example
Pilgrims visit the shrine to pray for good health.
B2 verb
shrink
Meaning
to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear
Example
The sweater shrank after washing in hot water.
C1 noun
shrinkage
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.
Example
The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter.
C1 verb
shrivel
Meaning
To become dry, wrinkled, and smaller due to lack of moisture.
Example
The flowers shriveled under the hot sun.
C1 verb
shroud
Meaning
to cover or hide; to wrap in cloth
Example
The mountain peak was shrouded in mist.
B2 verb
shrug
Meaning
To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.
Example
He shrugged when asked about the missing file.