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Headway - Beginner - Unit 5

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 in the Headway Beginner coursebook, such as "boring", "cheese", "disgusting", etc.

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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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to eat
to eat
[Verb]

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

Ex: They enjoy eating pizza on Friday nights. 
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to drink
to drink
[Verb]

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

Ex: He prefers to drink hot chocolate in the winter, not in the summer. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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tomato
tomato
[noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: He made a tomato and avocado salad with a zesty lemon dressing. 
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beer
beer
[noun]

a drink that is alcoholic and made from different types of grain

Ex: They tasted different types of beer during the brewery tour. 
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wine
wine
[noun]

a drink that is alcoholic and mostly made from grape juice

Ex: During the celebration, they enjoyed a glass of red wine. 
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whiskey
whiskey
[noun]

a strong alcoholic drink made from grains such as corn and wheat

Ex: He savored the smooth, smoky flavor of the Scotch whisky as he sipped it slowly. 
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chocolate
chocolate
[noun]

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: She used chocolate to make a rich dessert. 
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strawberry

a soft, red juicy fruit with small seeds on its surface

Ex: I enjoy picking strawberries at the local farm during strawberry season. 
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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ice cream
ice cream
[noun]

a sweet and cold dessert that is made from a mixture of milk, cream, sugar, and various flavorings

Ex: I accidentally dropped my ice cream cone on the ground, and it melted. 
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milkshake
milkshake
[noun]

a cold smooth drink made by mixing milk and ice-cream with fruits, chocolate, etc. as flavor

Ex: She treated herself to a chocolate milkshake as a special dessert after dinner. 
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delicious
delicious
[Adjective]

having a very pleasant flavor

Ex: For me, the most delicious food always involves cheese. 
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crisp
crisp
[noun]

a thin, round piece of potato, cooked in hot oil and eaten cold as a snack

Ex: She snacked on a few crisps while waiting for dinner to cook. 
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cool
cool
[Adjective]

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

Ex: She appreciated the cool interior of the museum on the hot day. 
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disgusting
disgusting
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant

Ex: The thought of eating insects may be delicious to some, but to others, it's absolutely disgusting. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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boring
boring
[Adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: She finds doing the laundry a boring task. 
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swimming
swimming
[noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: He learned how to do the front crawl stroke in swimming lessons. 
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to play
to play
[Verb]

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

Ex: A group of children were playing on the playground. 
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baseball
baseball
[noun]

a game played with a bat and ball by two teams of 9 players who try to hit the ball and then run around four bases before the other team can return the ball

Ex: Baseball is a popular sport in the United States. 
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golf
golf
[noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex: Golf is often considered a relaxing sport. 
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horrible
horrible
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or bad

Ex: Her horrible headache prevented her from concentrating on her work. 
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jeans
jeans
[noun]

pants made of denim, that is a type of strong cotton cloth, and is used for a casual style

Ex: He bought a new pair of jeans that fit him perfectly. 
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shoe
shoe
[noun]

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

Ex: He polished his leather shoes to make them look shiny. 
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to speak
to speak
[Verb]

to use one's voice to express a particular feeling or thought

Ex: He spoke about his experiences during the meeting. 
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language
language
[noun]

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

Ex: He wants to become bilingual and speak multiple languages fluently. 
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dictionary

a book or electronic resource that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings, or gives the equivalent words in a different language

Ex: A pocket-sized dictionary can be handy during travels to help communicate in different languages. 
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to come from

to have been born in a specific place

Ex: I come from a small village in the mountains. 
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to live
to live
[Verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

Ex: She prefers to live in a quiet country side away from crowded cities. 
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nationality

the state of legally belonging to a country

Ex: Her nationality is French, but she has lived in Canada for many years. 
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Chinese
Chinese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of China

Ex: She studied Chinese history during her semester abroad in Beijing. 
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Arabic
Arabic
[noun]

the language of the Arabs

Ex: Arabic is one of the oldest languages in the world. 
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American
American
[Adjective]

relating to the United States or its people

Ex: American football is a popular sport in the United States. 
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Brazilian
Brazilian
[Adjective]

relating to Brazil or its people

Ex: Brazilian cuisine features a variety of dishes, including feijoada, a hearty black bean stew typically served with rice. 
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French
French
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of France

Ex: French cuisine is known for its delicious cheeses and wines. 
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German
German
[Adjective]

relating to Germany or its people or language

Ex: German castles, such as Neuschwanstein and Heidelberg Castle, attract many tourists. 
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Irish
Irish
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Ireland, its people, culture, and language

Ex: The Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day with parades, traditional music, and wearing green to honor their heritage. 
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Italian
Italian
[Adjective]

relating to Italy or its people or language

Ex: Maria's family immigrated from Italy, so they celebrate their Italian heritage by hosting traditional Italian feasts during holidays. 
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Japanese
Japanese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Japan

Ex: She studied Japanese literature in university to understand the country's cultural heritage. 
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Mexican
Mexican
[Adjective]

relating to Mexico or its people

Ex: Mexican cuisine is famous for its bold flavors, with staples like corn, beans, and chili peppers featured in many dishes. 
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polish
polish
[Adjective]

referring to something that is related to Poland, its people, language, culture, or products

Ex: I'm learning Polish cuisine from my grandmother. 
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Portuguese

the Romance language of Portugal and Brazil

Ex: He took a course in Portuguese to better understand Brazilian culture. 
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Scottish
Scottish
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Scotland, its people, or the Gaelic language

Ex: She enjoys listening to traditional Scottish music. 
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Spanish
Spanish
[Adjective]

relating to Spain or its people or language

Ex: Flamenco is a traditional Spanish dance that is known for its expressive movements. 
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Swiss
Swiss
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Switzerland, or its people

Ex: Many tourists love the tranquil beauty of Swiss lakes. 
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forty
forty
[numeral]

the number 40

Ex: My dad works forty hours a week. 
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fifty
fifty
[numeral]

the number 50

Ex: She celebrated her fiftieth birthday with a big party surrounded by family and friends. 
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sixty
sixty
[numeral]

the number 60

Ex: She found a vintage photograph of her parents from their wedding day, nearly sixty years ago. 
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seventy
seventy
[numeral]

the number 70

Ex: The marathon was attended by over seventy runners from different countries. 
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eighty
eighty
[numeral]

the number 80

Ex: The temperature today is expected to reach eighty degrees Fahrenheit, perfect for a picnic. 
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ninety
ninety
[numeral]

the number 90

Ex: The student received a ninety on her math exam, earning her an A for the semester. 
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one hundred
one hundred
[Adjective]

of the number 100; the number of years in a century

Ex: She saved one hundred dollars to buy a new bicycle for her daily commute. 
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pound
pound
[noun]

a unit for measuring weight equal to 16 ounces or 0.454 kilograms

Ex: She bought a pound of coffee beans to grind fresh for her morning cup of coffee. 
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