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Headway - Beginner - Unit 9

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 in the Headway Beginner coursebook, such as "angry", "check", "inventor", etc.

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the woman who is our mom or dad's mother

Ex: You should call your grandmother and wish her a happy birthday .
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grandson
[noun]

the son of our son or daughter

Ex: The proud grandparents cheered on their grandson at his baseball game .
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housework
[noun]

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

Ex: They often listen to music while doing housework to make the tasks more enjoyable .
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an electric machine used for washing clothes

Ex: The washing machine's spin cycle helps remove excess water from the clothes .
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newsagent
[noun]

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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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: Playing the lottery is a popular pastime , despite the low odds of winning .
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jackpot
[noun]

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

Ex: The jackpot winner chose to remain anonymous after the big win .
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million
[numeral]

the number 1 followed by 6 zeros

Ex: The author 's best-selling novel sold over a million copies worldwide , captivating readers across cultures .
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thousand
[numeral]

the number 1 followed by 3 zeros

Ex: They embarked on a road trip , driving through picturesque landscapes for a journey of a thousand miles .
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angry
[Adjective]

feeling very annoyed because of something that we do not like

Ex: His angry tone made everyone uncomfortable .
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amazed
[Adjective]

feeling or showing great surprise

Ex: She was amazed by the magician 's final trick .
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explorer
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a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

Ex: She dreamed of becoming an explorer and traveling to remote islands .
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inventor
[noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .
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astronaut
[noun]

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He wrote a memoir detailing his experiences as an astronaut, including his spacewalks and scientific research .
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someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: Voters expect honesty from their politicians.
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princess
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a female member of a royal family, typically the daughter of a king or queen

Ex: The documentary followed the life of a modern-day princess and her role in various public engagements .
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boxer
[noun]

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

Ex: The young boxer celebrated his first victory in the ring .
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scientist
[noun]

someone whose job or education is about science

Ex: Some of the world 's most important discoveries were made by scientists.
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singer
[noun]

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: The singer performed her popular songs at the music festival .
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writer
[noun]

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

Ex: The writer signed books for her fans at the event .
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to put
[Verb]

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

Ex: Can you put the groceries in the fridge ?
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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

Ex: The children love to run around in the park after school.
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born
[Adjective]

brought to this world through birth

Ex: The newly born foal took its first wobbly steps, eager to explore its surroundings.
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birthday
[noun]

the day and month of your birth in every year

Ex: Today is my birthday, and I 'm celebrating with my family .
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to find
[Verb]

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

Ex: We found a beautiful view on a hike we randomly went on.
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to check
[Verb]

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

Ex: Can you please check whether the documents are in the file cabinet ?
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to see
[Verb]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Ex: They saw a flower blooming in the garden.
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to make
[Verb]

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

Ex: By connecting the wires , you make the circuit and allow electricity to flow .
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to sit
[Verb]

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

Ex: She found a bench and sat there to rest .
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yesterday
[noun]

the 24-hour period immediately preceding the current day

Ex: She saved yesterday's newspaper for the coupons .
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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: The year is divided into twelve months , with each month having its own unique characteristics .
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January
[noun]

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

Ex: Many retailers offer post-holiday sales in January, making it an ideal time to snag deals on winter clothing and seasonal items .
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February
[noun]

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

Ex: As February comes to a close , thoughts turn to the anticipation of longer days and the arrival of spring , bringing hope and renewal after the winter months .
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March
[noun]

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

Ex: In March, schools often have spring break, giving students and families a chance to relax and recharge before the final stretch of the academic year.
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April
[noun]

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

Ex: Tax Day in the United States typically falls on April 15th , the deadline for individuals to file their income tax returns for the previous year .
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May
[noun]

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

Ex: May is also associated with Memorial Day in the United States, a federal holiday honoring military personnel who have died in service to their country, observed on the last Monday of the month.
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June
[noun]

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

Ex: Graduation ceremonies are commonly held in June, recognizing the achievements of students completing their studies at various levels , from high school to university .
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July
[noun]

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

Ex: Various festivals and events take place in July around the world , celebrating culture , music , food , and traditions , attracting locals and tourists alike to participate in the festivities .
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August
[noun]

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

Ex: August is known for back-to-school preparations, with parents and students shopping for school supplies, clothing, and backpacks in anticipation of the upcoming academic year.
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September
[noun]

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

Ex: September can be a busy month for businesses as they gear up for the holiday season , with retailers stocking shelves with fall merchandise and planning promotions to attract customers .
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October
[noun]

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

Ex: Many people enjoy cozying up with warm beverages like apple cider or hot chocolate in October, as they embrace the transition to fall and prepare for the upcoming holiday season .
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November
[noun]

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

Ex: November is also known for events such as Veterans Day , Remembrance Day , and Black Friday , which commemorate veterans , honor the memory of fallen soldiers , and kick off the holiday shopping season , respectively .
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December
[noun]

the 12th and last month of the year, after November and before January

Ex: In some countries , December 31st is celebrated as New Year 's Eve , a night of festivities , fireworks , and countdowns to welcome the start of a fresh year with hope and optimism .
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a number that indicates the position of something in a sequence or series

Ex: The manual uses ordinal numbers to list the steps , starting with " first . "
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first
[Adjective]

(of a person) coming or acting before any other person

Ex: She is the first runner to cross the finish line.
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second
[Adjective]

being number two in order or time

Ex: He was second in line after Mary .
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third
[Adjective]

coming after the second in order or position

Ex: We live on the third floor of the apartment building .
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fourth
[Adjective]

coming or happening just after the third person or thing

Ex: The fourth floor of the museum is dedicated to modern art exhibits .
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fifth
[Adjective]

coming or happening just after the fourth person or thing

Ex: This is my fifth attempt to solve the challenging puzzle .
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sixth
[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the fifth person or thing

Ex: Hannah was proud to finish in sixth place in the regional chess championship .
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seventh
[Adjective]

coming or happening just after the sixth person or thing

Ex: In the competition , Emily 's artwork stood out , earning her seventh place among talented artists .
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eighth
[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the seventh person or thing

Ex: During the game , Mark scored his eighth goal of the season , securing a victory for the team .
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ninth
[Adjective]

coming or happening just after the eighth person or thing

Ex: The ninth chapter of the fantasy novel introduced a mysterious character that captivated readers .
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tenth
[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the ninth person or thing

Ex: Every year, the school hosts a special ceremony to honor the tenth-grade students who excel in academics and extracurricular activities.
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pocket
[noun]

a type of small bag in or on clothing, used for carrying small things such as money, keys, etc.

Ex: The pants have back pockets where you can keep your wallet .
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story
[noun]

a description of events and people either real or imaginary

Ex: The novel tells a gripping story of love and betrayal .
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