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Headway - Intermediate
balance
[nom]

the state of being steady or stable, where things are in proper proportion or harmony

équilibre, balance

équilibre, balance

Ex: She strives to keep her emotional balance during stressful times .
to go
[verbe]

to view a specific page or website

aller, consulter

aller, consulter

Ex: He went to the news website to stay informed about current events.Il est allé sur le site d'actualités pour se tenir informé des événements actuels.

websites and applications enabling users to share content and build communities on their smartphones, computers, etc.

médias sociaux

médias sociaux

Ex: They discussed the impact of social media on society .Ils ont discuté de l'impact des **médias sociaux** sur la société.
run
[nom]

the act of moving on foot at a fast pace, often faster than walking, as a form of exercise or to travel a distance quickly

course

course

Ex: She went for a quick run around the park before breakfast .Elle est allée faire un **jogging** rapide dans le parc avant le petit-déjeuner.
to watch
[verbe]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

regarder, observer

regarder, observer

Ex: I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends .Je vais **regarder** le match demain avec mes amis.
to sing
[verbe]

to use one's voice in order to produce musical sounds in the form of a tune or song

chanter

chanter

Ex: The singer sang the blues with a lot of emotion .Le chanteur a **chanté** le blues avec beaucoup d'émotion.
choir
[nom]

a group of singers who perform together, particularly in religious ceremonies or in public

chœur

chœur

Ex: He sings in a community choir that performs classical choral music .Il chante dans une chorale communautaire qui interprète de la musique chorale classique.
to knit
[verbe]

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

tricoter

tricoter

Ex: The warm mittens were knitted by hand for the cold season .Les moufles chaudes ont été **tricotées** à la main pour la saison froide.
to sew
[verbe]

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

coudre, assembler

coudre, assembler

Ex: Grandma loved to sew patches on her grandchildren 's backpacks to personalize them .Grand-mère adorait **coudre** des patchs sur les sacs à dos de ses petits-enfants pour les personnaliser.
to go
[verbe]

to travel or move from one location to another

aller

aller

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?Est-ce que ce train **va** à l'aéroport ?
gym
[nom]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

salle de sport, gym

salle de sport, gym

Ex: I saw her lifting weights at the gym yesterday .Je l'ai vue soulever des poids au **gymnase** hier.

the act of buying goods from stores

shopping

shopping

Ex: They are planning a shopping trip this weekend .Ils prévoient un voyage **shopping** ce week-end.
to do
[verbe]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

faire

faire

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?Y a-t-il quelque chose que je puisse **faire** pour vous ?

the act of repairing, making, or doing things by oneself instead of paying a professional to do them

bricolage

bricolage

Ex: The satisfaction of completing a do-it-yourself project can be incredibly rewarding, knowing you accomplished something with your own hands.
yoga
[nom]

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

yoga

yoga

Ex: Yoga is a great way to start the day .Le **yoga** est un excellent moyen de commencer la journée.
to play
[verbe]

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

jouer

jouer

Ex: You 'll have to play in the playroom today .Vous devrez **jouer** dans la salle de jeux aujourd'hui.
squash
[nom]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

squash

squash

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .L'objectif du **squash** est de frapper la balle contre le mur avant de manière à ce qu'il soit difficile pour l'adversaire de la retourner.

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

sport nautique, activité aquatique

sport nautique, activité aquatique

Ex: Surfing is one of the most popular water sports worldwide .Le surf est l'un des **sports nautiques** les plus populaires au monde.
to cycle
[verbe]

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

cycler, faire du vélo

cycler, faire du vélo

Ex: In the city , it 's common to see commuters cycling to avoid traffic and reach their destinations faster .Dans la ville, il est courant de voir des navetteurs **cycler** pour éviter les embouteillages et atteindre leur destination plus rapidement.
camping
[nom]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

camping

camping

Ex: We are planning a camping trip for the weekend .Nous prévoyons un voyage de **camping** pour le week-end.

a game designed to be played on a computer

jeu vidéo

jeu vidéo

Ex: The online store offers discounts on several classic computer games this week .Le magasin en ligne propose des réductions sur plusieurs **jeux vidéo** classiques cette semaine.

a sport that involves riders performing specific tasks like jumping over obstacles or showcasing their skills on horseback

équitation, monte à cheval

équitation, monte à cheval

Ex: He injured his arm during a horse riding competition last year .Il s'est blessé au bras lors d'une compétition d'**équitation** l'année dernière.
jogging
[nom]

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

jogging

jogging

Ex: There's a group in my neighborhood that meets for jogging every Saturday.Il y a un groupe dans mon quartier qui se réunit pour le **jogging** tous les samedis.
helmet
[nom]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

casque

casque

Ex: The astronaut secured her space helmet before stepping onto the launchpad.L'astronaute a fixé son **casque** spatial avant de monter sur la rampe de lancement.
drill
[nom]

a way of instruction through repetition and a lot of practice

exercice de répétition

exercice de répétition

Ex: Firefighters conducted an evacuation drill to prepare for emergencies .Les pompiers ont effectué un exercice d'évacuation (**drill**) pour se préparer aux urgences.

the act or practice of concentrating on the mind and releasing negative energy or thoughts for religious reasons or for calming one's mind

méditation

méditation

Ex: David includes daily meditation in his spiritual routine for inner peace .David inclut la **méditation** quotidienne dans sa routine spirituelle pour la paix intérieure.
trainer
[nom]

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

chaussure de sport

chaussure de sport

Ex: She wore her favorite trainers with jeans for a casual look .Elle portait ses **baskets** préférées avec un jean pour un look décontracté.
sales
[nom]

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

ventes

ventes

Ex: The sales figures indicate that the product has become a favorite among consumers .Les chiffres de **vente** indiquent que le produit est devenu un favori parmi les consommateurs.
saddle
[nom]

a seat made for riding on the back of a horse or other animal

selle, selle de cheval

selle, selle de cheval

Ex: A good saddle is essential for long-distance horseback riding .Une bonne **selle** est essentielle pour l'équitation sur de longues distances.
needle
[nom]

a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc.

aiguille

aiguille

Ex: They developed a new type of needle that reduces pain during injections .Ils ont développé un nouveau type d'**aiguille** qui réduit la douleur pendant les injections.
thread
[nom]

a thin strand of material, such as cotton, nylon, or silk, used for sewing or weaving

fil, cordon

fil, cordon

a portable, padded, and zippered bag used for sleeping, typically outdoors or while camping

sac de couchage, duvet

sac de couchage, duvet

Ex: They laid out their sleeping bags inside the tent before nightfall .Ils ont disposé leurs **sacs de couchage** à l'intérieur de la tente avant la nuit.

a small tool with a metal part by which screws can be turned

tournevis

tournevis

Ex: The magnetic tip of the screwdriver helped hold screws in place .La pointe magnétique du **tournevis** a aidé à maintenir les vis en place.

a long board we stand or lie on to ride waves

planche de surf

planche de surf

Ex: She enjoys surfing and spends her weekends riding her surfboard along the coastline .Elle aime surfer et passe ses week-ends à chevaucher sa **planche de surf** le long de la côte.

a card that can be used to pay for items one buys in a particular store

carte du magasin

carte du magasin

Ex: He prefers using his credit card instead of a store card for flexibility .Il préfère utiliser sa carte de crédit au lieu d'une **carte de magasin** pour plus de flexibilité.

a loose and warm pair of pants and matching jacket worn casually or for doing exercise

survêtement

survêtement

Ex: The tracksuit comes in various colors and designs , catering to different tastes and styles .Le **survêtement** est disponible dans diverses couleurs et designs, répondant à différents goûts et styles.
headset
[nom]

the part of a bicycle that connects the front fork to the frame, allowing it to turn for steering

jeu de direction, pivot de direction

jeu de direction, pivot de direction

Ex: The headset bearings were worn out after years of heavy use .Les roulements du **jeu de direction** étaient usés après des années d'utilisation intensive.
mat
[nom]

a thick plastic or rubber material used in particular sports for landing or lying on

tapis, matelas

tapis, matelas

Ex: The gym provided mats for users to perform floor exercises and reduce impact on their joints .La salle de gym a fourni des **tapis** pour que les utilisateurs puissent effectuer des exercices au sol et réduire l'impact sur leurs articulations.
shorts
[nom]

short pants that end either above or at the knees

short

short

Ex: She paired her denim shorts with a light cotton shirt for a casual day out .Elle a associé son **short** en jean à une chemise en coton léger pour une journée décontractée.
tent
[nom]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

tente

tente

Ex: We slept in a tent during our camping trip .Nous avons dormi dans une **tente** pendant notre voyage de camping.
racket
[nom]

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

raquette

raquette

Ex: The professional player autographed a racket for his fan .Le joueur professionnel a dédicacé une **raquette** pour son fan.
wetsuit
[nom]

a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm

combinaison de plongée

combinaison de plongée

Ex: After a day of snorkeling , she peeled off her wetsuit, feeling exhilarated from her underwater adventures .Après une journée de plongée avec tuba, elle a enlevé sa **combinaison de plongée**, se sentant exaltée par ses aventures sous-marines.
to sip
[verbe]

to drink a liquid by taking a small amount each time

boire à petites gorgées, siroter

boire à petites gorgées, siroter

Ex: The wine connoisseur carefully sipped the fine vintage to appreciate its nuances .Le connaisseur en vin a soigneusement **siroté** le grand cru pour en apprécier les nuances.
unkempt
[Adjectif]

(of hair) not brushed or cut neatly

mal peigné

mal peigné

Ex: He appeared at the meeting with unkempt hair , looking like he ’d overslept .Il est apparu à la réunion avec des cheveux **ébouriffés**, comme s'il avait trop dormi.
jet set
[nom]

a group of wealthy, stylish individuals who travel frequently and luxuriously, often to exclusive destinations for leisure and social activities

le jet set, la haute société voyageuse

le jet set, la haute société voyageuse

Ex: The island attracts the jet set with its luxury villas and private beaches .L'île attire le **jet set** avec ses villas de luxe et ses plages privées.

a plastic card, usually given to us by a bank, that we use to pay for goods and services

carte de crédit

carte de crédit

Ex: We earn reward points every time we use our credit card.Nous gagnons des points de récompense chaque fois que nous utilisons notre **carte de crédit**.

the lowest level of salary, set by the law

salaire minimum

salaire minimum

Ex: Many people struggle to make ends meet on minimum wage alone .Beaucoup de gens ont du mal à joindre les deux bouts avec uniquement le **salaire minimum**.
vitally
[Adverbe]

with crucial significance or paramount importance

d'une importance vitale, crucialement

d'une importance vitale, crucialement

Ex: The teacher 's role is vitally influential in shaping young minds .Le rôle de l'enseignant est **vitalement** influent dans la formation des jeunes esprits.
pay
[nom]

the money that is paid to someone for doing their job

salaire, paie, paye

salaire, paie, paye

Ex: They discussed pay during the final job interview .Ils ont discuté du **salaire** lors de l'entretien d'embauche final.

a rise in something's amount, degree, size, etc.

augmentation

augmentation

Ex: An increase in productivity led to higher profits for the company .Une **augmentation** de la productivité a conduit à des profits plus élevés pour l'entreprise.

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

télévision, télé

télévision, télé

Ex: She turned the television on to catch the news .Elle a allumé la **télévision** pour regarder les informations.
to go for
[verbe]

to choose something among other things

choisir, apprécier, aimer

choisir, apprécier, aimer

Ex: I 'll go for the salmon from the menu ; it 's my favorite dish .
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