Imperatives

The power or skill to do something.

Example: She has the ability to speak three languages.

In or to a foreign country.

Example: She wants to study abroad next year.

To agree to take something that is offered or to say yes to something.

Example: She accepted the job offer and will start next week.

Good enough or allowed in a particular situation.

Example: The food at the restaurant was acceptable, but not great.

Something bad that happens unexpectedly and is not planned.

Example: She broke her arm in a car accident.

An arrangement with a bank to keep your money there and take it out when you need it.

Example: I opened a bank account to save my money.

To successfully do or get something you wanted after working for it.

Example: She worked hard to achieve her goal of passing the exam.

From one side of something to the other side.

Example: She walked across the street to meet her friend.

To do something, especially for a particular purpose or to solve a problem.

Example: You need to act quickly to fix the mistake.

used to show the true facts about a situation or to emphasize something surprising.

Example: She looks angry, but actually, she is just tired.

the process of adding numbers or things together.

Example: I learned how to do addition in math class today.

More than what is already present or available.

Example: We need additional chairs for the meeting.

A word that describes a person, place, or thing.

Example: "Big" is an adjective that describes the size of something.

To change something slightly to make it better, more accurate, or more suitable.

Example: She adjusted her chair to make it more comfortable.

To respect or like someone or something.

Example: I admire my teacher because she is very kind.

to agree that something is true, especially when it is not easy to say.

Example: He admitted that he made a mistake.

A person who is fully grown or developed.

Example: My brother is an adult, so he can drive a car.

higher in level or more developed than basic.

Example: She is taking an advanced English class to improve her skills.

Something that helps you to be better or more successful than others.

Example: Learning English gives you an advantage when traveling.

An exciting or unusual experience.

Example: We went on an adventure to the mountains last weekend.

A picture, short video, or text that tries to make people buy a product or service.

Example: I saw an advertisement for a new phone on TV.

The activity or business of making people notice a product or service to encourage them to buy it.

Example: I saw an advertising poster for a new movie in the city center.

Suggestions or opinions given to help someone decide what to do.

Example: My teacher gave me good advice about learning English.

To tell someone what you think they should do in a particular situation.

Example: The teacher advised me to study harder for the test.

An event or situation, often of a personal or private nature.

Example: The party was a happy affair with lots of music and dancing.

Opposing or in disagreement with someone or something.

Example: She is against the idea of going to the party.

having lived for a long time or being of a specific age.

Example: Her grandfather is aged 80.

A business or organization that provides a specific service for people.

Example: She went to a travel agency to book her holiday.

A person who represents someone else, especially in business or work.

Example: She works as an agent for a famous actor.

In front of someone or something, or in the future.

Example: There is a long road ahead of us.

The mixture of gases around the Earth that we breathe.

Example: I opened the window to let some fresh air into the room.

A long, narrow space between rows of seats in a building such as a church, theater, or airplane.

Example: She walked down the aisle to her seat on the plane.

A device that makes a loud sound to warn you of danger or to wake you up.

Example: I set my alarm for 7 o'clock so I don't wake up late.

A clock that makes a sound to wake you up at a certain time.

Example: I set my alarm clock for 7 o'clock every morning.

living; not dead.

Example: The plant is still alive because I water it every day.

To let someone do something or let something happen.

Example: My parents don't allow me to stay out late.

used to say that something is satisfactory or okay.

Example: The movie was alright, but not very exciting.

used to introduce a contrasting idea or fact.

Example: Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

A strong desire to achieve something, such as success or a goal.

Example: Her ambition is to become a doctor.

in the middle of or surrounded by a group of people or things.

Example: She was happy to be among her friends at the party.

Feeling entertained or finding something funny.

Example: She was amused by the funny story he told.

The feeling of being entertained or finding something funny.

Example: The children watched the clown with great amusement.

A person in your family who lived a long time ago.

Example: My ancestors came from Italy many years ago.

A spiritual being often shown as a person with wings, believed to be a messenger of God.

Example: The picture on the wall shows an angel with big white wings.

The joint that connects the foot to the leg.

Example: She hurt her ankle while playing football.

To make someone a little angry or upset.

Example: The loud music started to annoy me.

making you feel a little angry or irritated.

Example: My little brother is so annoying when he makes loud noises.

Feeling worried or nervous about something that might happen.

Example: She was anxious about her exam results.

Used to say that something was true in the past but is not true now.

Example: I don't live in that city anymore.

Used to add a comment or to continue a story after a pause.

Example: I didn’t like the movie, but I watched it anyway.