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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
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: My father cleaned and polished the wooden furniture to keep it looking nice. 
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armchair
armchair
[noun]

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

Ex: The dog loves to curl up in the armchair when no one’s looking. 
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table
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: I cleared the table after dinner and washed the dishes. 
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desk
desk
[noun]

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

Ex: I have a picture frame with a family photo on my desk. 
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poster
poster
[noun]

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

Ex: The vibrant movie poster hanging in the theater lobby caught the attention of every passerby with its stunning visuals and bold colors. 
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chair
chair
[noun]

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

Ex: I placed my bag on the empty chair next to me. 
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lamp
lamp
[noun]

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

Ex: She turned on the lamp to read her book before bed. 
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refrigerator

an electrical equipment used to keep food and drinks cool and fresh

Ex: I opened the fridge to get a bottle of water. 
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drawer
drawer
[noun]

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

Ex: She keeps her socks and underwear neatly folded in the top drawer of her dresser. 
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sofa
sofa
[noun]

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

Ex: I spilled some coffee on the sofa, so I quickly cleaned it up. 
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cooker
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: She placed the pot on the cooker to heat up the soup. 
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wall
wall
[noun]

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

Ex: He noticed a spider crawling up the wall. 
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bathroom
bathroom
[noun]

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

Ex: He took a refreshing shower in the bathroom after a long day. 
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room
room
[noun]

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

Ex: I have a big room with a window. 
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living room

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: She gathered with her family in the living room to play board games. 
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kitchen
kitchen
[noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: My mother believes that no one should leave the kitchen after a meal until they have completely cleaned it. 
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vineyard
vineyard
[noun]

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

Ex: They visited a vineyard in France to learn about winemaking. 
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campsite
campsite
[noun]

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

Ex: It's important to keep the campsite clean. 
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center
center
[noun]

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

Ex: They spent the afternoon shopping at the new center downtown. 
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car park
car park
[noun]

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

Ex: She struggled to find a spot in the crowded car park during the weekend shopping rush. 
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church
church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: They attended Sunday service at the local church with their family. 
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football stadium

a large, specially designed facility used for playing football

Ex: The match was held in a packed football stadium with thousands of fans. 
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cinema
cinema
[noun]

a building where films are shown

Ex: I love the smell of popcorn at the cinema. 
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theater
theater
[noun]

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

Ex: My sister and I are going to the theater to see a play tonight. 
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garden
garden
[noun]

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

Ex: He often invites friends over for outdoor gatherings in his garden. 
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shop
shop
[noun]

a building or place that sells goods or services

Ex: She visited the local shop to pick up some groceries. 
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bank
bank
[noun]

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

Ex: Can you recommend a reliable bank for opening a new account? 
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cosmopolitan
cosmopolitan
[Adjective]

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

Ex: The city’s cosmopolitan atmosphere made it a melting pot of diverse cultures. 
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artist
artist
[noun]

someone who creates drawings, sculptures, paintings, etc. either as their job or hobby

Ex: As an artist, he spends a lot of time in his studio. 
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newsagent
newsagent
[noun]

a shop that sells newspapers, magazines, and other items related to reading materials, such as stationery, cards, and sometimes snacks

Ex: She stopped at the newsagent to buy a magazine and a birthday card. 
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fabulous
fabulous
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The fabulous display of fireworks illuminated the night sky with bursts of color and light. 
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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: He went into the kitchen to prepare dinner for the family. 
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: He had a fast response to emergency situations. 
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slow
slow
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He had a slow computer that took a long time to start up. 
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far
far
[Adverb]

to or at a great distance

Ex: She could hear the music from far down the street. 
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shopping
shopping
[noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

Ex: His favorite part of shopping is finding good deals. 
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kitesurfing

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: He took lessons to learn the basics of kitesurfing during his vacation. 
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huge
huge
[Adjective]

very large in size

Ex: The huge skyscraper dominated the city skyline. 
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magazine
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: I often read parenting magazines to get advice on raising my children. 
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picture
picture
[noun]

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

Ex: I took a beautiful picture of the sunset at the beach. 
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pen
pen
[noun]

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

Ex: Can you lend me your red pen to fill out this form? 
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fish and chips

a dish of fried fish served with chips

Ex: We ordered fish and chips for lunch and enjoyed them by the seaside. 
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floor
floor
[noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: He swept the floor to remove the dust and dirt. 
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minute
minute
[noun]

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

Ex: I like to take a short break every 30 minutes of studying. 
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mountain
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: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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next to
next to
[preposition]

in a position very close to someone or something

Ex: The basketball court is situated next to the fitness center, encouraging physical activities and sports. 
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penguin
penguin
[noun]

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

Ex: During their trip to the aquarium, they witnessed penguins diving gracefully in the water. 
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sea
sea
[noun]

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

Ex: I hear the sound of seagulls near the sea. 
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seafood
seafood
[noun]

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

Ex: She's a seafood aficionado, specializing in preparing sushi and sashimi at home. 
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to sunbathe

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

Ex: During their beach vacation, they plan to sunbathe by the ocean. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

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

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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souvenir
souvenir
[noun]

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

Ex: He found a handcrafted wooden figurine as the perfect souvenir of his visit to the mountain village. 
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straight
straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The ball flew straight into the goal without touching the ground. 
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tidy
tidy
[Adjective]

having a clean and well-organized appearance and state

Ex: She kept her desk tidy by clearing away clutter and organizing papers into folders. 
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to turn
to turn
[Verb]

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

Ex: The windmill's sails started to turn as the breeze picked up. 
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under
under
[preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: She found her keys under a pile of papers on her desk. 
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