Headway - Beginner - Unit 9

grandmother [noun]

the woman who is our mom or dad's mother

Ex: My grandmother used to tell me stories about when she was a young girl .

grandson [noun]

the son of our son or daughter

Ex: His grandson 's first steps were a moment of joy for the entire family .

housework [noun]

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

Ex: Many families create a chore chart to ensure that everyone shares the responsibility for housework .

washing machine [noun]

an electric machine used for washing clothes

Ex: She put her dirty clothes in the washing machine and added detergent .

newsagent [noun]

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

Ex: The local newsagent always stocks the latest fashion magazines .

lottery [noun]

a game of chance where tickets with numbers or symbols are purchased, and a random selection of numbers or symbols determines the winners

Ex: Winning the lottery allowed him to pay off his debts and travel the world .

jackpot [noun]

the top prize or highest amount of money that can be won in a game of chance or a lottery

Ex: Winning the jackpot changed his life overnight .

million [numeral]

the number 1 followed by 6 zeros

Ex: She discovered a rare stamp in her collection that was valued at over a million dollars .

thousand [numeral]

the number 1 followed by 3 zeros

Ex: She was surprised to find a thousand colorful balloons filling the room for her birthday celebration .

angry [adjective]

feeling very annoyed because of something that we do not like

Ex: She was angry after being blamed for something she did n't do .

amazed [adjective]

feeling or showing great surprise

Ex: The children 's amazed faces reflected their astonishment at the magician 's disappearing act .

explorer [noun]

a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

Ex: Ancient explorers relied on stars and maps to navigate the seas .

inventor [noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor of the smartphone revolutionized the way we communicate and access information .

astronaut [noun]

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He underwent rigorous physical and mental training to qualify as an astronaut .

politician [noun]

someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: The newspaper interviewed the local politician .

princess [noun]

a female member of a royal family, typically the daughter of a king or queen

Ex: The princess visited the charity event to support causes related to education and health .

boxer [noun]

a person who participates in a combat sport involving punches and strikes with the fists

Ex: The boxer delivered a powerful right hook to his opponent .

scientist [noun]

someone whose job or education is about science

Ex: He won an award for his contributions as a young scientist .

singer [noun]

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: The lead singer of the band is also its songwriter .

writer [noun]

someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: She is a writer who uses vivid descriptions in her works .

to put [verb]

to move something or someone from one place or position to another

Ex: She put the child in the car seat .

to run [verb]

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

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born [adjective]

brought to this world through birth

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birthday [noun]

the day and month of your birth in every year

Ex: My favorite part of birthdays is opening presents .

to find [verb]

to randomly discover someone or something, particularly in a way that is surprising or unexpected

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to check [verb]

to discover information about something or someone by looking, asking, or investigating

Ex: I think the store closes at 8 PM , but I 'll check their website for the exact hours .

to see [verb]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

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to make [verb]

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

Ex: The factory workers make thousands of cars every month .

to sit [verb]

to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight

Ex: He enjoys going to the park to sit and watch the ducks in the pond .

yesterday [noun]

the 24-hour period immediately preceding the current day

Ex: I prefer yesterday 's weather to today 's .

year [noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: My family goes on a vacation once a year .

January [noun]

the first month of the year, after December and before February

Ex: The winter weather in January brings frosty mornings and cozy evenings by the fireplace , perfect for hot cocoa and warm blankets .

February [noun]

the second month of the year, after January and before March

Ex: In some countries , February is known as the month of love and romance .

March [noun]

the third month of the year, after February and before April

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April [noun]

the fourth month of the year, after March and before May

Ex: April showers bring May flowers , a saying that reflects the unpredictable weather patterns of this transitional month .

May [noun]

the fifth month of the year, after April and before June

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June [noun]

the sixth month of the year, after May and before July

Ex: June marks the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere , bringing longer days , warmer temperatures , and outdoor activities like beach outings and barbecues .

July [noun]

the seventh month of the year, after June and before August

Ex: July is a peak month for summer vacations , with families traveling to beaches , resorts , national parks , and other destinations for relaxation and adventure .

August [noun]

the eighth month of the year, after July and before September

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September [noun]

the ninth month of the year, after August and before October

Ex: Many students return to school in September , and parents and teachers prepare for the academic year ahead , organizing classrooms , purchasing textbooks , and planning curriculum .

October [noun]

the tenth month of the year, after September and before November

Ex: October is known for its vibrant autumn foliage , as trees across many regions turn shades of red , orange , and yellow , creating picturesque landscapes .

November [noun]

the 11th month of the year, after October and before December

Ex: As temperatures drop , November marks the beginning of the holiday season , with many people starting to decorate their homes and prepare for festive celebrations .