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English File - Intermediate - Lesson 1A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 1A in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "seafood", "roast", "boiled", etc.

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English File - Intermediate
food
food
[noun]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

Ex: He enjoyed trying new foods while traveling abroad. 
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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: He used white fish to make fish and vegetable stir-fry for a healthy dinner. 
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seafood
seafood
[noun]

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

Ex: She's a seafood aficionado, specializing in preparing sushi and sashimi at home. 
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crab
crab
[noun]

the meat of a crab that can be eaten

Ex: She prepared a delightful crab salad, combining chunks of sweet crab meat with crisp vegetables. 
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lobster
lobster
[noun]

the meat of a lobster as food

Ex: He savored the succulent lobster tail with melted butter, enjoying every bite. 
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mussel
mussel
[noun]

a type of bivalve mollusk, living in marine or freshwater environments, often attached to rocks or other surfaces

Ex: The children collected mussels along the rocky shoreline. 
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prawn
prawn
[noun]

a marine crustacean with a compressed abdomen that is cooked as food

Ex: The restaurant's specialty dish featured grilled prawns marinated in garlic and herbs. 
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salmon
salmon
[noun]

a silver-colored fish often found in both freshwater and saltwater environments

Ex: The salmon leaped out of the rushing river, its scales flashing silver in the sunlight. 
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squid
squid
[noun]

a marine creature that can change color and has a long soft body with ten tentacles helping it swim very fast

Ex: The sushi restaurant offered a delicious squid dish, served with a spicy dipping sauce. 
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tuna
tuna
[noun]

a type of large fish that is found in warm seas

Ex: She prepared a delicious salad topped with grilled tuna and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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beef
beef
[noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection. 
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chicken
chicken
[noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

Ex: He grilled a juicy chicken breast for his dinner. 
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duck
duck
[noun]

meat of a duck, eaten as food

Ex: They marinated the duck in an Asian-inspired sauce and grilled it to perfection. 
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lamb
lamb
[noun]

meat that is from a young sheep

Ex: The Easter celebration includes a traditional dish of roasted lamb, symbolizing rebirth and renewal. 
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pork
pork
[noun]

meat from a pig, eaten as food

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious dish using tender pork loin and a savory sauce. 
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fruit
fruit
[noun]

something we can eat that grows on trees, plants, or bushes

Ex: For a refreshing summer treat, try blending frozen fruit, like bananas and berries, into a creamy smoothie. 
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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aubergine
aubergine
[noun]

a vegetable with glossy, deep purple skin and firm, white flesh

Ex: I stuffed the aubergine with a savory mixture of rice, vegetables, and herbs, creating a flavorful meal. 
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beetroot
beetroot
[noun]

a vegetable with a round and dark red root that is eaten as food

Ex: He discovered a new recipe for beetroot hummus and couldn't wait to try it out at his next family gathering. 
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cabbage
cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. 
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cherry
cherry
[noun]

a small and round fruit with mainly red skin and a pit

Ex: She picked a handful of ripe cherries from the tree and popped them into her mouth. 
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courgette
courgette
[noun]

a long and thin vegetable with dark green skin

Ex: She sliced the courgette into thin rounds and added it to the stir-fry for extra flavor and texture. 
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cucumber
cucumber
[noun]

a long fruit that has thin green skin and is used a lot in salads

Ex: He discovered the soothing properties of cucumber slices on his tired eyes after a long day. 
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grape
grape
[noun]

a purple or green fruit that is round, small, and grows in bunches on a vine

Ex: A teaspoon of grape vinegar brightened up the tomato soup, giving it a pleasant tang. 
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green bean

a type of green vegetable that is long and thin and is used in cooking

Ex: It's best to blanch the green beans before freezing them for long-term storage. 
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lemon
lemon
[noun]

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

Ex: A few drops of lemon juice in a glass of water make for a simple and refreshing detoxifying drink. 
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mango
mango
[noun]

a sweet yellow fruit with a thin skin that grows in hot areas

Ex: Creating a homemade face mask using mango can be a cost-effective option for skincare. 
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melon
melon
[noun]

a variety of fruits with yellow, green, or orange skin or juicy flesh that contains many seeds in its center

Ex: My son's favorite summer treat is a juicy slice of melon. 
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peach
peach
[noun]

a soft and juicy fruit that has a pit in the middle and its skin has extremely little hairs on it

Ex: He shared a juicy peach with his friend during a picnic in the park. 
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pear
pear
[noun]

a sweet yellow or green bell-shaped fruit with a lot of juice

Ex: A juicy pear is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. 
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raspberry
raspberry
[noun]

an edible soft berry that is red or black in color and grows on bushes

Ex: The cake was topped with fresh raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar. 
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red pepper

a type of pepper with a very hot taste that is red in color

Ex: She added diced red pepper to the stir-fry for a sweet and crunchy texture. 
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cooking
cooking
[noun]

the act of preparing food by heat or mixing different ingredients

Ex: He found cooking to be a great stress-reliever. 
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baked
baked
[Adjective]

cooked with dry heat, particularly in an oven

Ex: The baked lasagna was layered with pasta, sauce, and cheese, creating a deliciously melty dish. 
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boiled
boiled
[Adjective]

cooked in extremely hot liquids

Ex: She boiled the potatoes until they were tender, then mashed them with butter and garlic. 
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fried
fried
[Adjective]

cooked in very hot oil

Ex: The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. 
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grilled
grilled
[Adjective]

having been cooked over direct heat, often on a grill, resulting in a charred or seared exterior

Ex: The grilled burgers were juicy and flavorful, with charred edges and a smoky aroma. 
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roast
roast
[noun]

a piece of meat that is cooked in an oven or is prepared for doing so

Ex: The chef prepared a succulent beef roast, seasoned with herbs and slow-cooked to perfection. 
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steamed
steamed
[Adjective]

cooked using the steam of boiling water

Ex: She prepared steamed broccoli as a healthy side dish to accompany the grilled chicken. 
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