CEFR Level
limited in width or extent; not wide
"The narrow street made it difficult for cars to pass."
a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language
"The nation celebrated its independence day with pride."
The status of belonging to a particular nation, either by birth or naturalization.
"Her nationality is Canadian, though she was born in France."
Belonging to a person by birth; originating in a particular place.
"He is a native speaker of Bengali."
a catastrophic event caused by natural processes of the Earth that results in significant damage, destruction, or loss of life
"The coastal town was devastated by a natural disaster."
In a way that is normal, expected, or without effort.
"He spoke so naturally that everyone felt comfortable."
the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea
"He joined the navy after graduating from college."
in a tidy and orderly way; carefully and precisely
"She arranged the books neatly on the shelf."
as a necessary result; inevitably
"It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re wrong."
a small thin metal tool with a point used for sewing or injecting; to provoke or annoy someone
"The nurse used a sterile needle for the injection."
a district or area around or near a particular place
"I grew up in a quiet neighborhood."
a structure built by birds or other animals to hold their eggs or young.
"The bird built a nest in the tall tree."
in a new or recent manner
"She has newly renovated her house."
Words or ideas that have no meaning or make no sense.
"His explanation was pure nonsense."
12 o'clock in the daytime; midday
"The meeting will start at noon."
relating to the north or situated in the north
"The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate."
A long fictional narrative; also something new or unusual.
"She spent the weekend reading a historical novel."
a room or place where young children are cared for
"She works in a nursery, taking care of infants."
the profession or practice of caring for the sick or injured
"She is studying nursing to become a healthcare professional."
Willing to comply with rules or authority.
"The obedient child quickly followed her mother's instructions."
As a noun: a goal or aim. As an adjective: not influenced by personal feelings; unbiased.
"Her main objective is to finish the project on time."
to watch carefully and attentively
"The teacher asked the students to observe the experiment."
something that blocks your way or prevents progress
"Lack of money was the main obstacle to his success."
Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
"Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons."
A particular time or event; a special or important happening.
"Her wedding was a joyful occasion for the whole family."
happening or done sometimes but not regularly or often
"He makes occasional visits to his hometown."
from time to time; now and then
"I occasionally go for a walk in the park."
a job or profession; the action or state of occupying a place
"Her occupation is a teacher at a local school."
to happen or take place
"The event occurred last night at the hall."
Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.
"Snowfall occurs in regions with freezing temperatures."
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
"The officer gave him a ticket for speeding."
relating to or connected with an authority or public office
"He is the official spokesperson for the company."
not modern; belonging to an earlier time
"He still wears an old-fashioned hat."
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
"Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available."
to control the functioning of a machine, system, or business
"She learned how to operate the new machine."
to control or manage the functioning of something
"The company has been operating in this market for five years."
an act or process of functioning or operating
"The hospital performed a successful operation."
A belief, judgment, or viewpoint about something, not necessarily based on fact.
"Everyone is entitled to their own opinion."
A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
"Investing in emerging markets provides new opportunities."
A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
"She seized the opportunity to study abroad."
A choice or possibility available among alternatives.
"You have the option to pay by card or cash."
a group of people who work together to achieve a common purpose
"She works for a non-profit organization."
Organized groups of people with a particular purpose
"Organizations play a key role in policymaking."
to arrange or systematize something
"They decided to organize a charity event for the community."
arranged or structured in a systematic and efficient way
"She always keeps her workspace neat and organized."
the point or place where something begins or is created
"The river has its origin in the mountains."
existing from the beginning; not a copy or imitation
"This is the original manuscript of the novel."
in the beginning, at first
"Originally, she wanted to be a doctor."
