English File - Intermediate - Lesson 10A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 10A in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "paperback", "phone box", "child prodigy", etc.

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English File - Intermediate

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

Ex: He picked up a paperback from the bargain bin , excited to find a good read at a discounted price .
book [noun]

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

Ex: My favorite book is a classic novel that has been passed down through generations .
cover [noun]

something that protects or conceals a thing by being put over, on, or around it

Ex: The artist chose a bright , colorful cover for her portfolio to showcase her vibrant style and creativity .

a child that is unusually gifted or intelligent

Ex: His parents realized he was a child prodigy when he solved advanced mathematical problems effortlessly .

a business that produces cars in large quantities by using machinery

Ex: She works as an engineer at a leading car manufacturer , designing innovative safety features .
desk [noun]

furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers

Ex: The receptionist sat behind the desk , welcoming visitors .
lamp [noun]

an object that can give light by using electricity or burning gas or oil

Ex: He replaced the old bulb in the lamp with a brighter one .

someone who writes the words of songs and sometimes their music

Ex: The songwriter 's ability to tell stories through music sets him apart from others in the industry .

an enclosed space with a public phone that someone can pay in order to use it

Ex: She ducked into a phone box to avoid the sudden rain .