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Headway - Beginner - Unit 8

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 in the Headway Beginner coursebook, such as "artist", "bank", "furniture", etc.

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furniture
[noun]

pieces of equipment such as tables, desks, beds, etc. that we put in a house or office so that it becomes suitable for living or working in

Ex: We need to move the heavy furniture to vacuum the carpet .
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armchair
[noun]

a chair with side supports for the arms and a comfortable backrest, often used for relaxation or reading

Ex: The living room had a cozy armchair and a matching sofa .
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table
[noun]

furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on

Ex: We played board games on the table during the family game night .
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desk
[noun]

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

Ex: The teacher placed the books on the desk.
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poster
[noun]

a large printed picture or notice, typically used for advertising or decoration

Ex: The school principal announced a contest for students to design a poster promoting kindness , with the winning entry to be displayed in the hallways .
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chair
[noun]

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

Ex: The classroom has rows of chairs for students .
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lamp
[noun]

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

Ex: They bought a stylish new lamp for their study desk .
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an electrical equipment used to keep food and drinks cool and fresh

Ex: The fridge has a freezer section for storing frozen foods.
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drawer
[noun]

a sliding box-shaped piece of furniture found within a desk, dresser, or cabinet, used for organizing and storing items

Ex: They installed soft-close drawer slides to prevent slamming and reduce noise in the bedroom furniture.
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sofa
[noun]

a comfortable seat that has a back and two arms and enough space for two or multiple people to sit on

Ex: We bought a new sofa to replace the old one .
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cooker
[noun]

an appliance shaped like a box that is used for heating or cooking food by putting food on top or inside the appliance

Ex: The electric cooker made preparing meals quick and easy .
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wall
[noun]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Ex: She placed a calendar on the wall to keep track of important dates .
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bathroom
[noun]

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: She used a hairdryer in the bathroom to dry her hai .
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room
[noun]

a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities

Ex: I found a quiet room to study for my exams .
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the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: In the living room, family and friends gathered for laughter and shared stories during the holidays .
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kitchen
[noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: The mother asked her children to leave the kitchen until she finished preparing dinner .
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vineyard
[noun]

a piece of land on which grapes are grown to make wine

Ex: They planted a small vineyard on their property as a hobby .
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campsite
[noun]

a specific location that is intended for people to set up a tent

Ex: We set up our tent at the campsite near the lake .
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center
[noun]

a large building or complex with shops, businesses, and entertainment for people to visit

Ex: The center hosts events like live music and holiday markets .
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car park
[noun]

an area where people can leave their cars or other vehicles for a period of time

Ex: The new office building includes a multi-level car park to accommodate employees and visitors .
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church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: He volunteered at the church's soup kitchen to help feed the homeless .
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a large, specially designed facility used for playing football

Ex: The roar of the crowd echoed through the football stadium after the winning goal .
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cinema
[noun]

a building where films are shown

Ex: They 're building a new cinema in the city center .
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theater
[noun]

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

Ex: We 've got tickets for the new musical at the theater.
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garden
[noun]

a piece of land where flowers, trees, and other plants are grown

Ex: She uses organic gardening methods in her garden, avoiding harmful chemicals .
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shop
[noun]

a building or place that sells goods or services

Ex: The flower shop was filled with vibrant bouquets and arrangements .
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bank
[noun]

a financial institution that keeps and lends money and provides other financial services

Ex: We used the ATM outside the bank to withdraw money quickly .
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cosmopolitan
[Adjective]

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

Ex: The university’s cosmopolitan student body fostered an environment of global understanding.
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artist
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someone who creates drawings, sculptures, paintings, etc. either as their job or hobby

Ex: The street artist was drawing portraits for passersby .
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newsagent
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a shop that sells newspapers, magazines, and other items related to reading materials, such as stationery, cards, and sometimes snacks

Ex: He went to the newsagent to grab the latest sports weekly .
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fabulous
[Adjective]

beyond the usual or ordinary, often causing amazement or admiration due to its exceptional nature

Ex: The fabulous beauty of the sunset painted the sky in vibrant shades of orange and pink .
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to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?
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fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .
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slow
[Adjective]

moving, happening, or being done at a speed that is low

Ex: The slow train arrived at the station behind schedule .
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far
[Adverb]

to or at a great distance

Ex: She traveled far to visit her grandparents .
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shopping
[noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

Ex: They are planning a shopping trip this weekend .
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a type of sport in which a person stands on a surfboard that is pulled on the surface of water by a special kite

Ex: Safety gear is essential when practicing extreme sports like kitesurfing.
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huge
[Adjective]

very large in size

Ex: They built a huge sandcastle that towered over the other ones on the beach .
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magazine
[noun]

a colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly

Ex: The library has a wide selection of magazines on different subjects .
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picture
[noun]

a visual representation of a scene, person, etc. produced by a camera

Ex: The art gallery displayed a stunning collection of pictures from various artists .
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pen
[noun]

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

Ex: We sign our names with a pen when writing greeting cards .
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a dish of fried fish served with chips

Ex: He could n't resist the smell of freshly fish and chips from the food truck .
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floor
[noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: She spilled juice on the floor and immediately cleaned it up .
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minute
[noun]

each of the sixty parts that creates one hour and is made up of sixty seconds

Ex: The elevator arrived after a couple of minutes of waiting.
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mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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next to
[preposition]

in a position very close to someone or something

Ex: There is a small café next to the movie theater .
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penguin
[noun]

a large black-and-white seabird that lives in the Antarctic, and can not fly but uses its wings for swimming

Ex: The penguin's black and white feathers provide camouflage in the water .
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sea
[noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: We spent our vacation relaxing on the sandy beaches by the sea.
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seafood
[noun]

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

Ex: They enjoyed a seafood feast on the beach , with platters of shrimp , oysters , and grilled fish .
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to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

Ex: Residents have recently sunbathed on the newly opened terrace .
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wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: They closed the windows to keep out the cold wind.
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souvenir
[noun]

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

Ex: They picked up some local chocolates as souvenirs to share with friends and family back home .
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straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The plane flew straight over the mountains , maintaining its course .
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tidy
[Adjective]

having a clean and well-organized appearance and state

Ex: She always kept her purse tidy, with items neatly arranged and easily accessible.
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to turn
[Verb]

to move in a circular direction around a fixed line or point

Ex: Go straight ahead; then at the intersection, turn right.
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under
[preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: The treasure was buried under a big oak tree .
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