pattern

Boek Solutions - Upper-intermediate - Eenheid 4 - 4A - Deel 2

Hier vind je de woordenschat van Unit 4 - 4A - Deel 2 in het Solutions Upper-Intermediate cursusboek, zoals "levendig", "verwennen", "nachtleven", etc.

Herzien

Flashcards

vormen

Spelling

Quiz

Begin met leren
Solutions - Upper-Intermediate
vibrant
vibrant
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

dynamisch, energiek

dynamisch, energiek

Ex: The city was vibrant with activity during the festival. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
everything but the kitchen sink

a collection of many different things or items, often excessive or unnecessary, that includes almost everything that could be taken or brought along

van alles en nog wat, ook alle overbodige rommel

van alles en nog wat, ook alle overbodige rommel

Ex: She packed everything but the kitchen sink for a two-day trip. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
a whale of time
a whale of time
[Zinsdeel]

an extremely enjoyable or thrilling time

een geweldige tijd, ontzettend veel plezier

een geweldige tijd, ontzettend veel plezier

Ex: At the carnival, the kids had a whale of a time, going on all the rides and eating cotton candy. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
home from home
home from home
[Zinsdeel]

a place where one feels as comfortable and at ease as they do in their own home

Ex: The cozy cottage felt like a home from home during their holiday. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
in the middle of nowhere

in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

in the middle of nowhere, ver van alles vandaan

in the middle of nowhere, ver van alles vandaan

Ex: The cabin was tucked away in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by dense forests and miles of untouched nature. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
just what the doctor ordered

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

precies wat nodig was, precies wat van pas kwam

precies wat nodig was, precies wat van pas kwam

Ex: After a long day at work, a relaxing bubble bath was just what the doctor ordered to help me unwind. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
break
break
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

pauze,  rust

pauze, rust

Ex: After three hours of driving, they took a break at a rest stop. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
physically
physically
[bijwoord]

in relation to the body as opposed to the mind

fysiek, lichamelijk

fysiek, lichamelijk

Ex: He was physically unable to lift the heavy box. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to meet
to meet
[werkwoord]

to come together as previously scheduled for social interaction or a prearranged purpose

ontmoeten, samenkomen

ontmoeten, samenkomen

Ex: We will meet at the coffee shop for a chat tomorrow. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
people
people
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of humans

mensen, volk

mensen, volk

Ex: It is important to listen to the voices of the people and address their concerns. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to [recharge] {one's} batteries

to relax and take a rest in order to recover one's lost energy

de batterijen opladen, weer energie opdoen

de batterijen opladen, weer energie opdoen

Ex: Right now, I am recharging my batteries with a cup of tea and a good book. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to [take] it easy
to take it easy
[Zinsdeel]

to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

Ex: You've been working really hard lately; it's time to take it easy for a while. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to pamper
to pamper
[werkwoord]

to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

verwennen, vertroetelen

verwennen, vertroetelen

Ex: She decided to pamper herself with a relaxing spa day after a long week at work. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
spa
spa
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a large tub containing hot water and a device that moves the water, which people use to refresh their body

spa, jacuzzi

spa, jacuzzi

Ex: The hotel room includes a private spa for relaxation. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to try
to try
[werkwoord]

to test something by doing or using it to find out if it is suitable, useful, good, etc.

proberen, testen

proberen, testen

Ex: Have you tried the new flavor of ice cream at the shop? 
Sluiten
Inloggen
local
local
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

lokaal, regionaal

lokaal, regionaal

Ex: The local bakery is known for its freshly baked bread and pastries. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to soak up
to soak up
[werkwoord]

to fully immerse oneself in an experience

opzuigen, onderdompelen

opzuigen, onderdompelen

Ex: During the workshop, participants were encouraged to soak up the knowledge being shared by the expert. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
sun
sun
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the large, bright star in the sky that shines during the day and gives us light and heat

zon, dagster

zon, dagster

Ex: The sun shines brightly, lighting up the entire sky. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to see
to see
[werkwoord]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

zien, opmerken

zien, opmerken

Ex: Did you see that shooting star just now? 
Sluiten
Inloggen
sight
sight
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an instance or act of seeing something through visual perception

aanblik,  zicht

aanblik, zicht

Ex: The sight of the distant mountains brought a sense of calm to his mind. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to [broaden|expand|widen] {one's} (horizons|mind)

to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

je horizon verbreden, je blik verruimen

je horizon verbreden, je blik verruimen

Ex: Traveling to different countries can broaden your horizons by exposing you to new cultures, traditions, and ways of life. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to have
to have
[werkwoord]

to hold or own something

hebben, bezitten

hebben, bezitten

Ex: I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
new
new
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

recently invented, made, etc.

nieuw, vers

nieuw, vers

Ex: The new software update includes several innovative features not seen before. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
experience
experience
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

ervaring

ervaring

Ex: Her years of experience as a chef have made her an expert in the kitchen. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to enjoy
to enjoy
[werkwoord]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

genieten, leuk vinden

genieten, leuk vinden

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
nightlife
nightlife
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

nachtleven, avondvermaak

nachtleven, avondvermaak

Ex: The city's nightlife offers an array of bars, clubs, and live music venues. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
to describe
to describe
[werkwoord]

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

beschrijven, omschrijven

beschrijven, omschrijven

Ex: He used metaphors to describe the power of nature in his poem. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
place
place
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a specific location on the earth's surface, often used in mapping

plaats, locatie

plaats, locatie

Sluiten
Inloggen
breathtaking
breathtaking
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

adembenemend, verbluffend

adembenemend, verbluffend

Ex: The ballet performance was simply breathtaking, with its graceful movements and stunning choreography. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
dingy
dingy
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

looking dark, dirty, or shabby, often because of not being taken care of or cleaned properly

donker, vies

donker, vies

Ex: The old apartment had a dingy carpet that hadn't been cleaned in years. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
dull
dull
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not reflecting or emitting much light

mat, dof

mat, dof

Ex: The dull glow of the candle barely lit the room. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
hospitable
hospitable
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

treating guests or visitors with friendliness, warmth, and generosity

gastvrij,  hartelijk

gastvrij, hartelijk

Ex: The hostess extended a hospitable welcome to all her guests, ensuring they felt comfortable and valued. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
mind-blowing
mind-blowing
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

causing great astonishment

verbijsterend, verbluffend

verbijsterend, verbluffend

Ex: The special effects in the movie were absolutely mind-blowing. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
overcrowded
overcrowded
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of a space or area) filled with too many people or things, causing discomfort or lack of space

overvol, overbevolkt

overvol, overbevolkt

Ex: The overcrowded streets made it hard to find a parking spot. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
remote
remote
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

far away in space or distant in position

afgelegen, ver

afgelegen, ver

Ex: The remote village nestled deep in the mountains was accessible only by a rugged trail. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
inaccessible
inaccessible
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

ontoegankelijk

ontoegankelijk

Ex: The mountain peak was inaccessible due to the severe weather conditions. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
rundown
rundown
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

vervallen, verwaarloosd

vervallen, verwaarloosd

Ex: The old rundown hotel was in desperate need of repairs. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
unique
unique
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

uniek, enkelvoudig

uniek, enkelvoudig

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
unspoiled
unspoiled
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

ongerept, onbedorven

ongerept, onbedorven

Ex: We hiked to an unspoiled beach where the water was crystal clear and the sand pristine. 
Sluiten
Inloggen
commercialized
commercialized
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

made into a commercial enterprise, especially with the aim of making a profit

gecommercialiseerd,  omgezet in een commercieel bedrijf

gecommercialiseerd, omgezet in een commercieel bedrijf

Sluiten
Inloggen
LanGeek
LanGeek app downloaden