Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Home & Property

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
property [noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: He invested in rental properties as a source of passive income .
cottage [noun]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

Ex: Her grandparents live in a quaint cottage surrounded by gardens .
mall [noun]

‌a large building or enclosed area, where many stores are placed

Ex: They opened a gourmet food court in the center of the mall .
palace [noun]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations , its ruins offering glimpses into history .
prison [noun]

a building where people who did something illegal, such as stealing, murder, etc., are kept as a punishment

Ex: She visited her brother regularly while he was serving his sentence in prison .
clinic [noun]

a part of a hospital or a healthcare facility that provides care for patients who do not require an overnight stay

Ex: He attends physical therapy sessions at the sports clinic to rehabilitate his knee injury .

a small house separated from a larger one where guests can stay

Ex: Families rented out the guest house for reunions and gatherings , enjoying the convenience of having additional space and privacy .
ruin [noun]

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

Ex: The archaeologists worked to preserve the historical ruins .
monument [noun]

a place or building that is historically important

Ex: The Lincoln Memorial in Washington , D.C. , is a monument dedicated to the 16th President of the United States .

a building in which the officials of a town work

Ex: The town hall is also used for community events and celebrations .

a community organization that provides recreational, educational, and social activities for young people

Ex:

a large building that contains multiple flats on different floors, typically designed for people to live in

Ex: The city plans to demolish the old apartment block and build a new one in its place .

an area or district of a town or city that forms a community

Ex: The neighborhood we moved to is renowned for its excellent schools .

an area of a city where the majority of commercial activities, offices, and financial institutions are located

Ex: The business district is busiest during weekdays with professionals commuting to work .
convenient [adjective]

suited to one's comfort or preferences, often in terms of time, location, or availability

Ex: It 's convenient to have a gym in the same building as my apartment .
cozy [adjective]

(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place

Ex: The restaurant had a cozy , intimate setting that was perfect for our date .
terraced [adjective]

(of a number of identical houses) forming a continuous row by sharing common dividing walls

storey [noun]

a level of a building, usually above ground, where people live or work

Ex: They added another storey to the school to accommodate more students .
stunning [adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The view from the mountaintop was absolutely stunning .
picturesque [adjective]

(particularly of a building or place) having a pleasant and charming appearance, often resembling a picture or painting

Ex: Her picturesque garden was filled with colorful flowers and lush greenery .
residential [adjective]

(of an area with buildings) designed specially for people to live in

Ex: Residential leases often include clauses outlining tenant responsibilities for property maintenance .
spacious [adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The hotel suite was spacious , with separate areas for sleeping , lounging , and dining .
luxurious [adjective]

extremely comfortable, elegant, and often made with high-quality materials or features

Ex: The luxurious silk dress she wore to the gala event caught everyone 's attention .
furnished [adjective]

(of a house, apartment, etc.) available to be rented or purchased with the necessary furniture already provided

empty [adjective]

with no one or nothing inside

Ex: She opened the empty refrigerator , realizing she needed to go grocery shopping .
messy [adjective]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

Ex: She apologized for the messy state of the living room , where toys were scattered everywhere .
untidy [adjective]

not properly organized or cared for

Ex: His handwriting was so untidy that it was hard to read .
garage [noun]

a place where vehicles are serviced or repaired

Ex: She works as a mechanic at the local garage .
facility [noun]

a place or a building is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The community center is a multi-purpose facility offering classes , sports programs , and events .
location [noun]

the geographic position of someone or something

Ex: The company chose a prime location downtown for its new flagship store .

to assign or establish a specific place or position for something

Ex: The event organizers need to locate the food stalls strategically around the venue .
zone [noun]

a specific area with unique characteristics

Ex: Entry into the restricted zone requires special permission .
step [noun]

a series of flat surfaces used for going up or down

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ceiling [noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: He noticed a water stain on the ceiling and called a professional to fix the leak .
cellar [noun]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

Ex: She found a hidden door in the kitchen that led down to the cellar .
suburb [noun]

a residential area outside a city

Ex: Many commuters prefer living in the suburb , as it allows them to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still being close enough to work .