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English File - Pre-intermediate - Lesson 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 2A in the English File Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "camping", "sightseeing", "lovely", etc.

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English File - Pre-intermediate
holiday
holiday
[noun]

a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

Ex: The Memorial Day holiday is a time to honor those who served in the military.Ā 
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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: He went into the kitchen to prepare dinner for the family.Ā 
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abroad
abroad
[Adverb]

in or traveling to a different country

Ex: They plan to travel abroad next summer to explore Europe.Ā 
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to go away

to move from a person or place

Ex: Children often cry when their parents have to go away for work.Ā 
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weekend
weekend
[noun]

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

Ex: I like to sleep in and have a late breakfast on the weekends.Ā 
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bus
bus
[noun]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

Ex: I prefer sitting near the window when I'm on the bus.Ā 
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camping
camping
[noun]

the activity of ā€Œliving outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: Camping in the wilderness can be a great adventure.Ā 
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walk
walk
[noun]

a short journey we take on foot

Ex: A morning walk is a good way to start the day.Ā 
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to go on
to go on
[Verb]

to come to be or to happen

Ex: I'm not sure what's going on with all the commotion outside.Ā 
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to go out
to go out
[Verb]

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

Ex: He often goes out to play basketball in the park with his friends.Ā 
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night
night
[noun]

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

Ex: I like to read a book before bed at night.Ā 
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sightseeing

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

Ex: Our vacation itinerary included two days of sightseeing in Barcelona.Ā 
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skiing
skiing
[noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: He took up skiing as a hobby and now spends every weekend on the mountain.Ā 
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cycling
cycling
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: She enjoys cycling through the park every morning to stay fit and clear her mind.Ā 
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swimming
swimming
[noun]

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

Ex: He learned how to do the front crawl stroke in swimming lessons.Ā 
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sailing
sailing
[noun]

the practice of riding a boat as a hobby

Ex: She spends her weekends sailing on the lake, enjoying the peace and tranquility of the water.Ā 
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surfing
surfing
[noun]

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

Ex: He enjoys surfing and spends most of his free time riding waves at the beach.Ā 
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fishing
fishing
[noun]

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

Ex: Fishing in the early morning is often more successful.Ā 
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to book
to book
[Verb]

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

Ex: I need to book a flight to New York for next week's business meeting.Ā 
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flight
flight
[noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

Ex: He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight.Ā 
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online
online
[Adjective]

connected to or via the Internet

Ex: My online shopping experience was convenient and hassle-free, with my purchases delivered right to my doorstep.Ā 
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to buy
to buy
[Verb]

to get something in exchange for paying money

Ex: I need to buy groceries for dinner tonight.Ā 
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souvenir
souvenir
[noun]

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

Ex: He found a handcrafted wooden figurine as the perfect souvenir of his visit to the mountain village.Ā 
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to stay
to stay
[Verb]

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

Ex: They invited us to stay at their beach house for the weekend.Ā 
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hotel
hotel
[noun]

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

Ex: Can you recommend a budget-friendly hotel in the city center?Ā 
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campsite
campsite
[noun]

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

Ex: It's important to keep the campsite clean.Ā 
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: David and Samantha became friends after meeting at a book club and discovered their shared passion for literature.Ā 
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to sunbathe

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

Ex: During their beach vacation, they plan to sunbathe by the ocean.Ā 
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beach
beach
[noun]

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

Ex: I buried my feet in the warm sand at the beach.Ā 
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to have
to have
[Verb]

to hold or own something

Ex: I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather.Ā 
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good time
good time
[noun]

an enjoyable or exciting experience or period of time

Ex: We had a good time at the amusement park, riding all the roller coasters and playing games.Ā 
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to spend
to spend
[Verb]

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

Ex: She spent a lot on gifts for her family during the holiday season.Ā 
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money
money
[noun]

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

Ex: I really need to save money to buy a new bicycle.Ā 
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time
time
[noun]

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

Ex: I need more time to complete this project.Ā 
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to rent
to rent
[Verb]

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

Ex: She plans to rent her vacation home to tourists during the summer months.Ā 
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apartment
apartment
[noun]

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

Ex: He rented an apartment in the city to be closer to his workplace.Ā 
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to hire
to hire
[Verb]

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

Ex: We decided to hire a car for the weekend to explore the countryside more easily.Ā 
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bicycle
bicycle
[noun]

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

Ex: He enjoys going on long bicycle rides in the countryside.Ā 
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ski
ski
[noun]

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

Ex: She strapped on her skis and glided gracefully down the mountain slope.Ā 
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comfortable
comfortable
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She felt comfortable in her pajamas and slippers at home.Ā 
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luxurious
luxurious
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She indulged in a luxurious spa treatment, complete with massages and facials.Ā 
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friendly
friendly
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Despite his fame, he is a friendly and approachable person.Ā 
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helpful
helpful
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He offered a helpful suggestion on how to improve the design.Ā 
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noisy
noisy
[Adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The airport terminal was a noisy place with announcements blaring over the speakers and passengers rushing to catch their flights.Ā 
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beautiful
beautiful
[Adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: He painted a beautiful portrait of his sister.Ā 
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lovely
lovely
[Adjective]

very beautiful or attractive

Ex: He had a lovely singing voice that captivated the audience.Ā 
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warm
warm
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach.Ā 
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sunny
sunny
[Adjective]

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

Ex: It's a beautiful sunny day, perfect for a picnic in the park.Ā 
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basic
basic
[Adjective]

having the simplest form without extra complexity

Ex: The basic design of the house focuses on functionality over decoration.Ā 
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dirty
dirty
[Adjective]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He had a dirty face after playing in the mud.Ā 
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uncomfortable
uncomfortable
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She felt uncomfortable when everyone stared at her during the presentation.Ā 
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unfriendly
unfriendly
[Adjective]

not kind or nice toward other people

Ex: Our new neighbor is quite unfriendly and hardly ever says hello.Ā 
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unhelpful
unhelpful
[Adjective]

not providing any assistance in making a situation better or easier

Ex: His unhelpful comments only made the situation worse, adding unnecessary tension.Ā 
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crowded
crowded
[Adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: The crowded room was packed with partygoers dancing and chatting.Ā 
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very
very
[Adverb]

to a great extent or degree

Ex: I find the math problems very difficult.Ā 
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windy
windy
[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: He had to secure his hat due to the windy conditions.Ā 
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foggy
foggy
[Adjective]

filled with fog, creating a hazy atmosphere that reduces visibility

Ex: She loves to take pictures on foggy days.Ā 
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cloudy
cloudy
[Adjective]

having many clouds up in the sky

Ex: I carried an umbrella with me because the weather looked cloudy.Ā 
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great
great
[Adjective]

worthy of being approved or admired

Ex: He's a great boss, always listening to his employees' ideas.Ā 
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wonderful
wonderful
[Adjective]

very great and pleasant

Ex: It's a wonderful day outside, with sunny skies and a gentle breeze.Ā 
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fantastic
fantastic
[Adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: The fantastic performance of the magician left the audience in awe.Ā 
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OK
OK
[interjection]

a word that means we agree or something is fine

Ex: Ok, I'll finish my homework before watching TV.Ā 
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not bad
not bad
[Adjective]

rather good or pleasant

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all right
all right
[Adverb]

to an acceptable extent

Ex: The plan is progressing all right, meeting our expectations.Ā 
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awful
awful
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: He was in an awful mood because he lost his wallet.Ā 
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photograph

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

Ex: The photographer captured a breathtaking sunset in a stunning landscape photograph.Ā 
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horrible
horrible
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or bad

Ex: Her horrible headache prevented her from concentrating on her work.Ā 
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terrible
terrible
[Adjective]

extremely bad or unpleasant

Ex: The terrible storm caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure.Ā 
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