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English File - Advanced - Lesson 6A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 6A in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "laborsaving", "high-risk", "detergent", etc.

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English File - Advanced
air-conditioned
[Adjective]

(of vehicles or buildings) equipped with a cooling system that dries the air

Ex: She preferred shopping air-conditioned malls to avoid the oppressive outdoor temperatures .
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high-risk
[Adjective]

very likely to become or behave in a highly dangerous or harmful way

Ex: Climbing Mount Everest is high-risk adventure that requires careful planning and preparation .
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last-minute
[Adjective]

happening or done at the last possible moment before a deadline or event

Ex: The team scrambled to complete last-minute tasks before the big presentation .
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old-fashioned
[Adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: Despite having GPS on his phone , John sticks to old-fashioned paper maps when planning road trips .
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narrow-minded
[Adjective]

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

Ex: narrow-minded parents disapproved of her unconventional career choice .
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second hand
[Adverb]

from a previous owner or source

Ex: She prefers to second hand to find unique items and reduce waste .
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self-conscious
[Adjective]

embarrassed or worried about one's appearance or actions

Ex: The actress was self-conscious about her performance , despite receiving rave reviews from critics .
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well-behaved
[Adjective]

behaving in an appropriate and polite manner, particularly of children

Ex: well-behaved class received extra recess time as a reward for their good conduct .
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worn-out
[Adjective]

very damaged or old in a way that has become unusable

Ex: The couch cushions were worn-out, offering little support .
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low-cost
[Adjective]

relatively cheap compared to others of its kind

Ex: She low-cost grocery stores to stay within her budget .
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airline
[noun]

‌a company or business that provides air transportation services for people and goods

Ex: airline offers daily flights from New York to London .
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an activity or program that takes place outside of regular school or work hours, often involving clubs, sports teams, or volunteer organizations

Ex: The school offers a variety extracurricular activities, from drama and music to robotics and community service .
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a job that does not provide one with the chance to advance to a better position or job

Ex: She realized that the dead-end job she had been working in for years was not fulfilling her desire for a meaningful and challenging career.
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laborsaving
[Adjective]

designed to make a task or activity require less physical or mental effort, often by using technology or automation

Ex: The labor-saving device allowed them to complete the gardening work in half the usual time.
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device
[noun]

a machine or tool that is designed for a particular purpose

Ex: The device helps tourists communicate in different languages .
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high-heeled
[Adjective]

(of women's shoes) having tall heels

Ex: She found it challenging to walk on cobblestone streets in high-heeled stilettos .
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shoe
[noun]

something that we wear to cover and protect our feet, generally made of strong materials like leather or plastic

Ex: She put on her running shoes and went for a jog in the park.
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eco-friendly
[Adjective]

referring to products, actions, or practices that are designed to cause minimal harm to the environment

Ex: They eco-friendly solar panels to lower their energy consumption .
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detergent
[noun]

a cleaning substance that is designed to remove dirt, stains, and other impurities from surfaces or fabrics

Ex: The branddetergent was known for its gentle formula , making it suitable for delicate fabrics .
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life-changing
[Adjective]

so impactful that can change someone's life

Ex: Attending that conference turned out to be life-changing experience for her .
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the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

Ex: experience teaches us valuable lessons that we carry with us throughout our lives .
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feel-good
[Adjective]

producing a sense of happiness or satisfaction

Ex: The new book is a feel-good read, perfect for those looking for a bit of positivity.
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movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: We discussed our movie scenes with our friends after watching a film .
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groundbreaking
[Adjective]

original and pioneering in a certain field, often setting a new standard for others to follow

Ex: The architect's groundbreaking design for the new building won several awards for its innovative approach.
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research
[noun]

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

Ex: The teamresearch on consumer behavior guided their marketing strategy for the new product .
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high-pitched
[Adjective]

having a sound that is of a higher frequency or tone than usual

Ex: The alarm emitted high-pitched sound that was impossible to ignore , ensuring everyone evacuated the building safely .
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voice
[noun]

the sounds that a person makes when speaking or singing

Ex: His deep voice made him a natural choice for radio broadcasting.
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homemade
[Adjective]

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

Ex: homemade jam was made from freshly picked berries from the backyard .
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