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B1 Level Wordlist - Quantities and Containers

Here you will learn some English words about quantities and containers, such as "ounce", "carton", "centigrade", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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CEFR B1 Vocabulary
Fahrenheit
Fahrenheit
[Adjective]

related to or using a temperature scale on which water boils at 212° and freezes at 32°

Ex: Summer temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas.
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Celsius
Celsius
[Adjective]

relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°

Ex: Scientists prefer the Celsius system in experiments.
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centigrade
centigrade
[Adjective]

related to or using a temperature scale on which water boils at 100° and freezes at 0°

Ex: Temperatures above 35 degrees centigrade can be dangerous for outdoor work.
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dozen
dozen
[noun]

a set of twelve items

Ex: He ordered a dozen pens to stock up for the upcoming school year .
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ounce
ounce
[noun]

a unit for measuring weight equal to approximately 28.34 grams

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gallon
gallon
[noun]

a unit used to measure liquids in the United States, equivalent to approximately 3.785 liters

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inch
inch
[noun]

a unit of length equal to one-twelfth of a foot or 2.54 centimeters

Ex: " Move an inch to the left , " the photographer directed .
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scale
scale
[noun]

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

Ex: We need to assess the scale of the problem before deciding on a suitable solution .
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piece
piece
[noun]

an individual part used to build or create something

Ex: The mechanic replaced the broken pieces of the engine , restoring the car to working order .
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slice
slice
[noun]

a small cut of a larger portion such as a piece of cake, pizza, etc.

Ex: She sliced the apple and gave him a slice to taste .
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loaf
loaf
[noun]

bread that has a particular shape and is baked in one piece, usually sliced before being served

Ex: Can you pass me the loaf from the bread basket ?
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bar
bar
[noun]

a block of solid material such as chocolate or soap

Ex: They gave her a large bar of chocolate .
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roll
roll
[noun]

something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one

Ex: The photographer loaded a fresh roll of film into the camera before the shoot .
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number
number
[noun]

the quantity of things or people

Ex: The numbers attending the seminar were fewer than anticipated, resulting in a more intimate atmosphere.
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bunch
bunch
[noun]

a group of things sharing the same quality, usually connected to each other

Ex: She found a bunch of old letters tied with a ribbon in the attic .
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pile
pile
[noun]

a noticeably huge number or amount of a particular thing

Ex: As the event ended , there was a pile of leftover food that needed to be donated .
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row
row
[noun]

a group of people or objects placed in a line

Ex: During the game , the fans cheered enthusiastically from the front row, eager to support their team .
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edge
edge
[noun]

the outer part of an area or object that is furthest from the center

Ex: She ran her finger along the edge of the book 's pages , feeling the texture of the paper .
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container
container
[noun]

any object that can be used to store something in, such as a bottle, box, etc.

Ex: She filled the container with water .
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carton
carton
[noun]

a box made of cardboard or plastic for storing goods, especially liquid

Ex: The carton was sealed tightly to prevent leaks .
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case
case
[noun]

a container in which goods can be stored and safely carried around

Ex: She put her makeup in a small case to take to the wedding .
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pack
pack
[noun]

a convenient package or parcel of items, often small and commercially sold

Ex: The traveler picked up a pack of postcards .
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packet
packet
[noun]

a small bag typically made of paper, plastic, etc., that can contain various things, such as tea, sugar, or spices

Ex: She stored the remaining spices in a resealable packet.
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package
package
[noun]

a box or container in which items are packed

Ex: The package was labeled with instructions to handle with care .
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mug
mug
[noun]

a large cup which is typically used for drinking hot beverages like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate

Ex: She handed me a mug of tea as we sat by the fire .
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jug
jug
[noun]

a deep round container with a handle and a very narrow opening that is used for keeping liquids, usually has a stopper or cap

Ex: With a smile , the bartender filled our jug with frothy beer , signaling the start of a festive evening .
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jar
jar
[noun]

a container with a wide opening and a lid, typically made of glass or ceramic, used to store food such as honey, jam, pickles, etc.

Ex: With a gentle twist , she opened the honey jar, savoring its golden sweetness as it flowed onto her toast .
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tube
tube
[noun]

a flexible container that is used to store thick liquids

Ex: The lifeguard blew the whistle through the plastic tube.
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tray
tray
[noun]

a flat object with elevated edges, often used for holding or carrying food and drink

Ex: He used a tray to carry his breakfast upstairs .
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can
can
[noun]

a container, made of metal, used for storing food or drink

Ex: I opened the can of soda and had it with my sandwich .
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basket
basket
[noun]

an object, usually made of wicker or plastic, with a handle for carrying or keeping things

Ex: The children used a basket to collect Easter eggs during the annual egg hunt .
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bucket
bucket
[noun]

a round open container, made of plastic or metal, with a handle used for keeping or carrying things

Ex: After the storm , they used a bucket to bail out water that had collected in the basement .
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extra
extra
[Adjective]

more than enough or the amount needed

Ex: They arrived early to allow extra time in case of traffic delays.
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maximum
maximum
[noun]

the highest amount, degree, or extent there is or is possible, allowed or needed

Ex: The elevator has a weight maximum of 1,000 kg .
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minimum
minimum
[noun]

the lowest amount, degree, or extent there is or is possible, allowed or required

Ex: The hotel charges a minimum stay of two nights during the holiday season.
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limited
limited
[Adjective]

very little in quantity or amount

Ex: The limited number of seats at the concert made tickets highly sought after .
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double
double
[Adverb]

used to indicate that something has increased twice in number, amount, or extent

Ex: The company offered to pay double the usual rate for overtime work.
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enough
enough
[determiner]

used to show that something is as much or as many as it is needed or wanted

Ex: Enough had attended the meeting to make it official .
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packet
packet
[noun]

goods in a small bag that is typically made of paper, plastic, etc.

Ex: The hotel provided a complimentary packet of toiletries for each guest .
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bit
bit
[noun]

a small amount, quantity, or piece of something

Ex: I need just a bit of information to complete the form.
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pitcher
pitcher
[noun]

the quantity or the contents within a deep large container with a wide mouth and a handle

Ex: For brunch , they enjoyed mimosas made with a pitcher of freshly squeezed orange juice and champagne .
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pitcher
pitcher
[noun]

a deep round container with a handle and a curved opening, used for pouring liquids

Ex: Grandma 's old pitcher, passed down through generations , held sentimental value beyond its practical use .
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