Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
storm intensification
Meaning
The process by which storms become stronger and more severe in intensity.
Example
Storm intensification is linked to climate change.
A1 noun
story
Meaning
a narrative of real or imaginary events
Example
She told a fascinating story about her travels.
B2 adjective/noun
stout
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
C2 adjective
stouthearted
Meaning
Brave, determined, and courageous
Example
The stouthearted soldier never gave up.
B1 noun
Stove
Meaning
a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat
Example
She cooked dinner on the gas stove.
C1 noun
stowaway
Meaning
A person who hides on a ship, plane, or other vehicle in order to travel secretly without paying.
Example
The crew discovered a stowaway hiding in the cargo hold.
C2 verb
straggle
Meaning
To move or spread in an irregular, scattered, or untidy way.
Example
The children began to straggle behind on the long hike.
A2 adjective
Straight
Meaning
extending or moving uniformly in one direction; not curved or bent; honest
Example
Draw a straight line from point A to point B.
B1 adjective
Straight forward
Meaning
honest and open; not complicated; easy to understand
Example
His explanation was very straightforward and easy to follow.
B2 verb
straighten
Meaning
to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize
Example
She straightened her hair before the meeting.
B1 adjective
straightforward
Meaning
easy to understand or do; simple
Example
Her explanation was straightforward and clear.
B2 noun
Strain
Meaning
pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources
Example
Working long hours put a strain on his health.
C1 noun
Strainer
Meaning
a device having holes punched in it or made of crossed wires for separating solid matter from a liquid
Example
Use a strainer to drain the pasta water.
C1 noun
strait
Meaning
A narrow passage of water connecting two seas or two large areas of water.
Example
The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.
C2 noun
Stramonium flower
Meaning
A trumpet-shaped white or purple flower from the jimsonweed plant, known for its toxic properties
Example
The stramonium flower blooms at night with a sweet fragrance.
C1 noun, verb
strand
Meaning
Noun: A single thin length of thread, wire, or similar. Verb: To leave someone or something without a way of moving or leaving.
Example
The storm stranded many tourists on the island.
A2 adjective
strange
Meaning
unusual or not normal
Example
It was strange to see him at the party after so long.
A2 noun
Stranger
Meaning
a person whom one does not know or with whom one is not familiar
Example
Never take candy from a stranger.
B2 verb
strangle
Meaning
to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow
Example
The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.
C2 noun
stratagem
Meaning
a plan or scheme designed to achieve a particular goal, often by trickery
Example
The general devised a clever stratagem to outwit the enemy.
B2 adjective
strategic
Meaning
Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
Example
Strategic policies enhance competitiveness.
C1 noun
strategic insights
Meaning
Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.
Example
Strategic insights guide policymaking.
B2 noun
strategies
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.
Example
Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.
B1 noun
strategy
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.
Example
The strategy ensured success.