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English File - Pre-intermediate - Lesson 5B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 5B in the English File Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "polluted", "modern", "canal", etc.

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English File - Pre-intermediate
castle
castle
[noun]

a large and strong building that is protected against attacks, in which the royal family lives

Ex: They toured the ancient castle, exploring its grand halls and secret passages. 
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cathedral
cathedral
[noun]

the largest and most important church of a specific area, which is controlled by a bishop

Ex: The cathedral is known for its stunning Gothic architecture and intricate stained glass windows. 
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church
church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: They attended Sunday service at the local church with their family. 
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city
city
[noun]

a larger and more populated town

Ex: She enjoys exploring the city's parks and landmarks on weekends. 
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town
town
[noun]

an area with human population that is smaller than a city and larger than a village

Ex: I live in a small town surrounded by beautiful countryside. 
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north
north
[Adjective]

located or positioned toward the northern direction

Ex: The north side of the building remains cooler during the summer months. 
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south
south
[Adjective]

located toward the southern direction

Ex: The south side of the house receives ample sunlight in the afternoon. 
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coast
coast
[noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: The coast was full of seashells and small pebbles. 
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east
east
[Adjective]

located in or coming from the east

Ex: The east side of the garden receives the morning sun. 
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west
west
[noun]

the direction toward which the sun goes down, which is on the left side of a person facing north

Ex: The west is home to vast deserts, rolling plains, and majestic mountain ranges. 
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small
small
[Adjective]

below average in physical size

Ex: He had a small backpack that was easy to carry. 
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medium-sized
medium-sized
[Adjective]

having a size that is not small or big

Ex: The medium-sized dog was just the right fit for their family, not too big for their apartment yet not too small to enjoy outdoor activities. 
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large
large
[Adjective]

above average in amount or size

Ex: The elephant was large, towering over the other animals in the savanna. 
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boring
boring
[Adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: She finds doing the laundry a boring task. 
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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. 
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dangerous
dangerous
[Adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: Crossing the road without looking is dangerous. 
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy. 
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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. 
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polluted
polluted
[Adjective]

containing harmful or dirty substances

Ex: The polluted river was filled with trash and chemical runoff, posing a danger to aquatic life. 
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clean
clean
[Adjective]

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He washed his hands to keep them clean. 
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empty
empty
[Adjective]

with no one or nothing inside

Ex: The empty room echoed with every step, its walls bare and devoid of furniture. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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historic
historic
[Adjective]

having great importance or effect in history

Ex: The signing of the treaty was a historic event that changed the course of the nation’s future. 
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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: I read an interesting article about space exploration in the newspaper. 
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quiet
quiet
[Adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The library was quiet, with only the sound of pages turning. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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bridge
bridge
[noun]

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

Ex: They crossed the bridge to reach the other side of the river. 
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canal
canal
[noun]

a long and artificial passage built and filled with water for ships to travel along or used to transfer water to other places

Ex: The ship sailed through the canal, heading toward the harbor. 
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wall
wall
[noun]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Ex: He noticed a spider crawling up the wall. 
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department store

a large store, divided into several parts, each selling different types of goods

Ex: She spent the afternoon shopping at the department store, exploring the clothing and home goods sections. 
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harbor
harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: The ships docked in the harbor to avoid the storm approaching from the open sea. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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market
market
[noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: He set up a stand at the market to sell homemade jams and preserves. 
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mosque
mosque
[noun]

a place of worship, used by Muslims

Ex: The minaret of the mosque towered over the city skyline, calling the faithful to prayer. 
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museum
museum
[noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: He marveled at the dinosaur skeletons in the natural history museum. 
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palace
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 royal palace gleamed in the sunlight, its marble facade adorned with intricate carvings and gilded accents. 
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ruin
ruin
[noun]

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

Ex: They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip. 
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shopping center

an area of stores or a group of stores built together in one area

Ex: She took the bus to the shopping center. 
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shopping mall

‌a large building or enclosed area that consists of a group of shops

Ex: The new shopping mall features a variety of stores, restaurants, and entertainment options for the whole family. 
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statue
statue
[noun]

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

Ex: The city square was adorned with a majestic statue of a heroic figure from its history. 
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synagogue
synagogue
[noun]

a place of worship and religious study for Jews

Ex: The synagogue was beautifully decorated for the High Holidays, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for worshippers. 
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temple
temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: They visited the ancient temple to offer prayers and seek blessings. 
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town hall
town hall
[noun]

a building in which the officials of a town work

Ex: The mayor held a meeting at the town hall to discuss community concerns. 
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religious
religious
[Adjective]

related to or associated with religion, faith, or spirituality

Ex: She wore a religious pendant around her neck as a symbol of her faith. 
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building
building
[noun]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

Ex: He worked in a modern office building with large windows. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war. 
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