English File - Intermediate - Lesson 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 9A in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "impatient", "carelessly", "fortunate", etc.

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luck [noun]

success and good fortune that is brought by chance and not because of one's own efforts and actions

Ex: He felt that his luck had changed when he found a $ 100 bill on the sidewalk while walking to work .

lucky [adjective]

having or bringing good luck

Ex: He 's a lucky guy to have such an understanding partner .

unlucky [adjective]

having or bringing bad luck

Ex: She was unlucky not to be selected for the job .

luckily [adverb]

used to express that a positive outcome or situation occurred by chance

Ex: Luckily , the surgeon was able to remove the tumor completely , and the patient 's recovery went smoothly .

unluckily [adverb]

in an unfortunate manner

Ex: Unluckily for him , he missed the deadline for the job application and had to wait for the next opportunity .

fortunate [adjective]

experiencing good luck or favorable circumstances

Ex: Their fortunate discovery of a hidden treasure changed their lives .

unfortunate [adjective]

experiencing something bad due to bad luck

Ex: The team 's unfortunate loss in the championship game left the players feeling disappointed after a season of hard work .

fortunately [adverb]

used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

Ex: The car broke down on the highway , but fortunately , a passing motorist stopped to help with repairs .

unfortunately [adverb]

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

Ex: Unfortunately , the concert was canceled at the last minute , disappointing fans who had eagerly anticipated the event .

comfort [noun]

a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings

Ex: In times of grief , many people seek comfort from friends and family who can offer support and understanding .

comfortable [adjective]

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

Ex: After a warm bath , he felt comfortable and ready for bed .

uncomfortable [adjective]

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

Ex: The awkward silence made the situation even more uncomfortable .

comfortably [adverb]

in a way that allows physical ease and relaxation, without strain or discomfort

Ex: The passengers sat comfortably despite the long flight .

uncomfortably [adverb]

in a way that causes physical discomfort or a lack of ease

Ex: The room was uncomfortably warm and poorly ventilated .

patient [adjective]

able to remain calm, especially in challenging or difficult situations, without becoming annoyed or anxious

Ex: Despite the delays , she remained patient during her commute , knowing that traffic was out of her control .

impatient [adjective]

unable to wait calmly for something or someone, often feeling irritated or frustrated

Ex: The kids became impatient after waiting hours for their turn .

patiently [adverb]

in a calm and tolerant way, without becoming annoyed

Ex: He patiently listened to every question before responding .

impatiently [adverb]

in a manner that shows eagerness or restlessness for something to happen quickly

Ex: She paced impatiently outside the exam room , hoping for good news .

to care [verb]

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

Ex: She cares a lot about her little sister and always protects her .

careful [adjective]

giving attention or thought to what we are doing to avoid doing something wrong, hurting ourselves, or damaging something

Ex: She was careful not to wake the sleeping baby .

careless [adjective]

not paying enough attention to what we are doing

Ex: He was so careless with his words , often saying things without thinking .

carefully [adverb]

thoroughly and precisely, with close attention to detail or correctness

Ex: The report was carefully prepared and cited .

carelessly [adverb]

in a manner that lacks enough care or attention

Ex: The painter worked carelessly , leaving splatters of paint on the floor .

English File - Intermediate
Lesson 1A	Lesson 1B	Lesson 2A	Lesson 2B
Lesson 3A	Lesson 3B	Lesson 4A	Lesson 4B
Lesson 5A	Lesson 5B	Lesson 6A	Lesson 6B
Lesson 7A	Lesson 7B	Lesson 8A	Lesson 8B
Lesson 9A	Lesson 9B	Lesson 10A	Lesson 10B