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holiday
holiday
noun
h
h
o
ɑ
l
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ə
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a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

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The Memorial Day holiday is a time to honor those who served in the military.
There is a big parade in our city every Independence Day holiday.
to go
to go
Verb
g
g
o

to travel or move from one location to another

stay in place

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
abroad
abroad
Adverb
a
ə
b
b
r
r
oa
ɔ
d
d

in or traveling to a different country

Grammatical Information:

incomparable
adverb of place and movement
to go away
to go away
Verb
uk flag
/ɡˌoʊ ɐwˈeɪ/

to move from a person or place

come

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
go
phrase's particle
away
weekend
weekend
noun
w
w
ee
i:
k
k
e
ɛ
n
n
d
d

the days of the week, usually Saturday and Sunday, when people do not have to go to work or school

bus
bus
noun
b
b
u
ʌ
s
s

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

What is a "bus"?

A bus is a large vehicle designed to carry many passengers at once, usually following a fixed route. It is commonly used for public transportation in cities and towns, helping people travel to different locations efficiently. Buses have multiple rows of seats and space for standing passengers in some cases. They can be powered by gasoline, diesel, electricity, or other energy sources. Some buses operate on schedules, stopping at designated locations, while others are used for long-distance travel or private purposes, such as school or tour buses.

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camping
camping
noun
c
k
a
æ
m
m
p
p
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

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

walk
walk
noun
w
w
a
ɑ:
l
k
k

a short journey we take on foot

to go on
Verb
uk flag
/ɡoʊ ɑn/

to come to be or to happen

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
go
phrase's particle
on
to go out
to go out
Verb
uk flag
/ɡoʊ ˈaʊt/

to leave the house and attend a specific social event to enjoy your time

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
go
phrase's particle
out
night
night
noun
n
n
i
gh
t
t

the time when the sun goes down, it gets dark outside, and we sleep

day
sightseeing
sightseeing
noun
s
s
i
gh
t
t
s
s
eei
n
n
g
g

the activity of visiting interesting places in a particular location as a tourist

skiing
skiing
noun
s
s
k
k
ii
i:ɪ
n
n
g
g

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

What is "skiing"?

Skiing is a winter sport that has got people sliding down snow-covered slopes or trails on long, flat skis attached to their boots. It is an activity pursued, at a competitive or recreational level, or as a form of transport, and includes various types such as downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, and freestyle skiing. Skiers use poles to help stabilize balance and assist in turning, and the speed and difficulty greatly depend on the terrain. Skiing needs coordination, balance, and control, allowing for exciting enjoyment of a snow-covered landscape while being active.

cycling
cycling
noun
c
s
y
c
k
ə
l
l
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

swimming
swimming
noun
s
s
w
w
i
ɪ
mm
m
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

What is "swimming"?

Swimming is a water activity where a person moves through water using their body and different strokes, such as freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, or butterfly. It can be done in pools, lakes, rivers, or the ocean. Swimming is a fun and effective way to exercise, as it works out the whole body while improving strength, endurance, and coordination. It is also a valuable skill for safety in the water. People swim for leisure, fitness, competition, or as part of water-based sports. Swimming can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.

sailing
sailing
noun
s
s
ai
l
l
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

the practice of riding a boat as a hobby

What is "sailing"?

Sailing is a sport or activity where boats are moved by the wind using sails. The sails catch the wind, which pushes the boat forward across the water. Sailing can be done for recreation or in races, and it takes place on different bodies of water, such as lakes, rivers, or oceans. To sail, the person in control of the boat must adjust the sails and steer the boat to navigate in different wind conditions. Sailing can be peaceful and relaxing or exciting and challenging, depending on the environment and type of boat used.

surfing
surfing
noun
s
s
u
ɜ
r
r
f
f
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

What is "surfing"?

Surfing is a water sport where a person rides a surfboard on the waves of the ocean. The surfer paddles out into the water, waits for a wave, and then uses the wave's energy to ride it back to shore. The goal is to stay balanced on the board while riding the wave, and surfers often perform tricks, turns, or stunts along the way. Surfing requires skill, balance, and good timing to catch the right wave. It is a popular activity enjoyed by people of all skill levels and can be done for recreation or in competitive events.

fishing
fishing
noun
f
f
i
ɪ
sh
ʃ
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g

the activity of catching a fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

to book
to book
Verb
b
b
oo
ʊ
k
k

to reserve a specific thing such as a seat, ticket, hotel room, etc.

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transitive
flight
flight
noun
f
f
l
l
i
gh
t
t

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

online
online
Adjective
o
ɑ:
n
n
l
l
i
n
n
e

connected to or via the Internet

to buy
to buy
Verb
b
b
u
y

to get something in exchange for paying money

sell

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transitive
souvenir
souvenir
noun
s
s
ou
u:
v
v
e
ə
n
n
i
ɪ
r
r

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

to stay
to stay
Verb
s
s
t
t
a
e
y
ɪ

to live somewhere for a short time, especially as a guest or visitor

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
hotel
hotel
noun
h
h
o
t
t
e
ɛ
l
l

a building where we give money to stay and eat food in when we are traveling

campsite
campsite
noun
c
k
a
æ
m
m
p
p
s
s
i
t
t
e

a specific location that is intended for people to set up a tent

friend
friend
noun
f
f
r
r
ie
ɛ
n
n
d
d

someone we like and trust

to sunbathe
to sunbathe
Verb
s
s
u
ə
n
n
b
b
a
th
ð
e

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

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intransitive
beach
beach
noun
b
b
ea
i:
ch
ʧ

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

to have
to have
Verb
h
h
a
æ
v
v
e

to hold or own something

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transitive
good time
good time
noun
uk flag
/ɡˈʊd tˈaɪm/

an enjoyable or exciting experience or period of time

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
to spend
to spend
Verb
s
s
p
p
e
ɛ
n
n
d
d

to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.

money
money
noun
m
m
o
ʌ
n
n
e
y
i

something that we use to buy and sell goods and services, can be in the form of coins or paper bills

time
time
noun
t
t
i
m
m
e

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

to rent
to rent
Verb
r
r
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t

to let someone use one's property, car, etc. for a particular time in exchange for payment

Grammatical Information:

transitive
apartment
apartment
noun
a
ə
p
p
a
ɑ:
r
r
t
t
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t

a place that has a few rooms for people to live in, normally part of a building that has other such places on each floor

What is an "apartment"?

An apartment is a housing unit that is part of a larger building or complex. It typically includes a living room, one or more bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom, and is designed for individuals or families to live in. Apartments can vary in size and layout, and they are often rented or leased from a landlord or property management company who owns the entire building or complex. Residents of an apartment building share common areas, such as hallways, elevators, or laundry rooms, while maintaining privacy within their individual units. Apartments are commonly found in urban areas and are a popular choice for those seeking convenient, low-maintenance living.

to hire
to hire
Verb
h
h
i
aɪɜ
r
r
e

to pay for using something such as a car, house, equipment, etc. temporarily

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transitive
bicycle
bicycle
noun
b
b
i
c
s
y
ɪ
c
k
l
l
e

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

ski
ski
noun
s
s
k
k
i
i:

either of a pair of long thin objects worn on our feet to make us move faster over the snow

What is a "ski"?

A ski is a long, narrow piece of equipment used for gliding over snow or water. In snow sports, skis are worn on the feet and attached to bindings, allowing the rider to slide down snowy slopes. They are designed to provide stability and control while turning or speeding down the mountain. In water sports, skis are used similarly, with the rider being pulled behind a boat across the water's surface. Skis come in different types depending on the sport, such as downhill, cross-country, or water skis, each designed to suit specific conditions and techniques.

comfortable
Adjective
c
k
o
ə
m
m
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
t
t
a
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e

physically feeling relaxed and not feeling pain, stress, fear, etc.

uncomfortable
luxurious
luxurious
Adjective
l
l
u
x
u
r
r
iou
s
s

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

friendly
friendly
Adjective
f
f
r
r
ie
ɛ
n
n
d
d
l
l
y
i

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

unfriendly
helpful
helpful
Adjective
h
h
e
ɛ
l
l
p
p
f
f
u
ə
l
l

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

unhelpful
noisy
noisy
Adjective
n
n
oi
ɔɪ
s
z
y
i

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

quiet
beautiful
beautiful
Adjective
b
b
eau
ju:
t
t
i
ɪ
f
f
u
ə
l
l

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

ugly
lovely
lovely
Adjective
l
l
o
ə
v
v
e
l
l
y
i

very beautiful or attractive

warm
warm
Adjective
w
w
a
ɔ
r
r
m
m

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

cool
sunny
sunny
Adjective
s
s
u
ʌ
nn
n
y
i

very bright because there is a lot of light coming from the sun

basic
basic
Adjective
b
b
a
s
s
i
ɪ
c
k

having the simplest form without extra complexity

dirty
dirty
Adjective
d
d
i
ɜ
r
r
t
t
y
i

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

clean
uncomfortable
Adjective
u
ʌ
n
n
c
k
o
ʌ
m
m
f
f
o
ə
r
r
t
t
a
ə
b
b
l
l
e

feeling embarrassed, anxious, or uneasy because of a situation or circumstance

comfortable
unfriendly
unfriendly
Adjective
u
ʌ
n
n
f
f
r
r
ie
ɛ
n
n
d
d
l
l
y
i

not kind or nice toward other people

unhelpful
Adjective
u
ə
n
n
h
h
e
ɛ
l
l
p
p
f
f
u
ə
l
l

not providing any assistance in making a situation better or easier

helpful
crowded
crowded
Adjective
c
k
r
r
o
a
w
ʊ
d
d
e
ə
d
d

(of a space) filled with things or people

uncrowded
very
very
Adverb
v
v
e
ɛ
r
r
y
i

to a great extent or degree

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incomparable
adverb of degree
windy
windy
Adjective
w
w
i
ɪ
n
n
d
d
y
i

having a lot of strong winds

foggy
foggy
Adjective
f
f
o
ɑ
gg
g
y
i

filled with fog, creating a hazy atmosphere that reduces visibility

cloudy
cloudy
Adjective
c
k
l
l
o
a
u
ʊ
d
d
y
i

having many clouds up in the sky

clear
great
great
Adjective
g
g
r
r
ea
t
t

worthy of being approved or admired

wonderful
wonderful
Adjective
w
w
o
ʌ
n
n
d
d
e
ə
r
r
f
f
u
ə
l
l

very great and pleasant

fantastic
fantastic
Adjective
f
f
a
æ
n
n
t
t
a
æ
s
s
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k

extremely amazing and great

OK
OK
interjection
uk flag
/ˌoʊkˈeɪ/

a word that means we agree or something is fine

all right
all right
Adverb
uk flag
/ˌɔːl ˈraɪt/

to an acceptable extent

Grammatical Information:

adverb of manner
awful
awful
Adjective
a
ɔ
w
f
f
u
ə
l
l

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

photograph
photograph
noun
ph
f
o
t
t
o
ə
g
g
r
r
a
æ
ph
f

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

horrible
horrible
Adjective
h
h
o
ɔ
rr
r
i
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e

extremely unpleasant or bad

terrible
terrible
Adjective
t
t
e
ɛ
rr
r
i
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e

extremely bad or unpleasant

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