CEFR Level
A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.
"The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began."
A unit for measuring the purity of gold, with 24 karats being pure gold.
"The ring was made of 18-karat gold."
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
"She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship."
a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs
"The dog slept comfortably in his wooden kennel in the backyard."
the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed
"The kernel of the argument was about fairness."
A species on which other species in an ecosystem largely depend, such that if it were removed the ecosystem would change drastically.
"Wolves are a keystone species that regulate prey populations."
a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts
"The generator produces ten kilowatts of electricity."
a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash
"She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony."
To start a fire or to inspire a feeling or emotion.
"The speech kindled hope in the audience."
A person's relatives or family; similar in nature or character.
"They discovered kindred spirits in each other."
Relating to or resulting from motion.
"Kinetic energy increases as the object moves faster."
a small bird with bright blue and orange feathers that catches fish by diving into water
"The colorful kingfisher dove into the pond to catch a fish."
a natural skill or ability; a special talent for doing something easily
"She has a knack for making people feel comfortable."
Extremely tired or exhausted.
"After the long hike, I was completely knackered."
to work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching
"She kneads the dough until it becomes smooth."
The rank or dignity of a knight, or the ceremony of conferring knighthood.
"He was honored with knighthood for his contributions to science."
a rounded handle on a door or drawer; a small rounded switch on a machine
"He turned the brass knob to open the old wooden door."
in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally
"She knowingly kept the secret from her friends."
Praise and honor received for an achievement.
"She received kudos for her excellent performance."
