English File - Elementary - Lesson 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 2A in the English File Elementary coursebook, such as "charger", "diary", "scissors", etc.

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English File - Elementary
bag [noun]

something made of leather, cloth, plastic, or paper that we use to carry things in, particularly when we are traveling or shopping

Ex: I pack my lunch in a small bag before leaving for work .
charger [noun]

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

Ex: She forgot her laptop charger at home , so she had to borrow one from a colleague .
coin [noun]

a piece of metal, typically round and flat, used as money, issued by governments

Ex: Each country has its own unique designs on their coins , reflecting its culture and history .

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

Ex: I use my credit card mostly for online purchases .
diary [noun]

a book or journal in which one records personal experiences, thoughts, or feelings on a regular basis, usually on a daily basis

Ex: He found an old diary from his childhood , filled with memories and drawings that brought back nostalgia .

a book or electronic resource that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings, or gives the equivalent words in a different language

Ex: Teachers often encourage students to expand their vocabulary using a thesaurus alongside a dictionary .
file [noun]

a piece of furniture used for storing documents, papers, and other materials in a neat and organized way

Ex: The file contained the contracts .
glasses [noun]

a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, which we wear to see more clearly

Ex: She forgot her glasses at home , so she could n't read the menu .

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

Ex: Jack forgot his headphones at home and had to endure the noisy commute without his usual music .

any official card that shows someone's name, birth date, photograph, etc., proving who they are

key [noun]

a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

Ex: The spare key was hidden under a rock near the front porch .
lamp [noun]

an object that can give light by using electricity or burning gas or oil

Ex: He replaced the old bulb in the lamp with a brighter one .
magazine [noun]

a colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly

Ex: My mom subscribes to a cooking magazine , and we often try new recipes from it .

a set of large folded sheets of paper with lots of stories, pictures, and information printed on them about things like sport, politic, etc., usually issued daily or weekly

Ex: I use the newspaper as a source for my research papers because it has reliable information .
notebook [noun]

a small book with plain or ruled pages that we can write or draw in

Ex: She uses her notebook to keep track of her daily to-do list .
pen [noun]

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

Ex: She uses a black pen to sign important documents .
pencil [noun]

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

Ex: She lends her pencil to a classmate who forgot to bring one .

a cellular phone or cell phone; ‌a phone without any wires and with access to a cellular radio system that we can carry with us and use anywhere

Ex: Many people use their mobile phones for more than just calling ; they also access the internet and use various apps .

a thin and flat material made of wood that people usually write, print, or draw on

Ex: A crumpled piece of paper lay on the floor .
purse [noun]

a small bag that is used, particularly by women, to carry personal items

Ex: She always carries a small purse to hold her keys and wallet .
scissors [noun]

a tool used to cut paper, cloth, etc. with two handles and two sharp edges, joined in the middle

Ex:

dark glasses that we wear to protect our eyes from sunlight or glare

Ex: She bought a new pair of sunglasses with polarized lenses for better clarity .
tablet [noun]

a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen

Ex: He prefers reading e-books on his tablet because it 's easier to carry around than physical books .
ticket [noun]

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

Ex: The flight attendant scanned my electronic ticket before I boarded the plane .
tissue [noun]

a piece of soft thin paper that is disposable and is used for cleaning

Ex: They stocked up on tissues before the cold season to prepare for runny noses .
umbrella [noun]

an object with a circular folding frame covered in cloth, used as protection against rain or sun

Ex: Sarah used her colorful umbrella to shield herself from the sun .
wallet [noun]

a pocket-sized, folding case that is used for storing paper money, coin money, credit cards, etc.

Ex: His wallet was stolen , so he had to cancel his credit cards .
watch [noun]

a small clock worn on a strap on your wrist or carried in your pocket

Ex: I need to set my watch because it 's running a few minutes slow .
in [preposition]

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

Ex:
on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: He placed the keys on the counter .

a special kind of picture that is made using a camera in order to make memories, create art, etc.

Ex: The artist used a series of photographs as references for a realistic painting .
under [preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: The children played happily under the sun .