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Headway - Elementary - Unit 8

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 in the Headway Elementary coursebook, such as "plaster", "envelope", "dispense", etc.

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Headway - Elementary
daily
daily
[Adverb]

in a way that happens every day or once a day

Ex: My sister meditates daily for stress relief. 
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need
need
[noun]

a condition or situation in which something is necessary

Ex: He feels a deep need to be successful. 
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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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chemist
chemist
[noun]

a scientist who studies chemistry

Ex: As a chemist, he always wore safety goggles. 
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stationer
stationer
[noun]

someone who sells writing materials, such as pens, pencils, paper, etc.

Ex: The stationer helped me find the perfect pens and notebooks for my office. 
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aspirin
aspirin
[noun]

a type of medicine taken to relieve pain, bring down a fever, etc.

Ex: She took two aspirin tablets to relieve her headache. 
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plaster
plaster
[noun]

a small medical dressing that one can stick over a wound or cut in order to keep it clean and protect it

Ex: She put a plaster on her finger after cutting it while cooking. 
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deodorant
deodorant
[noun]

a substance that people put on their skin to make it smell better or to hide bad ones

Ex: She applies deodorant every morning before going to work. 
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toothpaste

a soft and thick substance we put on a toothbrush to clean our teeth

Ex: She squeezed a small amount of toothpaste onto her toothbrush before brushing her teeth. 
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shampoo
shampoo
[noun]

a liquid used to wash one's hair

Ex: She chose a sulfate-free shampoo to keep her color-treated hair vibrant. 
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sunscreen
sunscreen
[noun]

a cream that is applied to the skin to protect it from the harmful rays of the sun

Ex: She applies sunscreen every morning before heading outside. 
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battery
battery
[noun]

an object that turns chemical energy to electricity to give power to a device or machine

Ex: The flashlight wouldn't turn on because the battery was dead. 
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scissors
scissors
[noun]

a tool used to cut paper, cloth, etc. with two handles and two sharp edges, joined in the middle

Ex: She used a pair of scissors to cut out shapes from construction paper for her art project. 
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adaptor
adaptor
[noun]

a device used to connect two pieces of equipment that do not connect to each other on their own

Ex: I bought a USB-C to HDMI adaptor so I could connect my laptop to the projector for the presentation. 
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notebook
notebook
[noun]

a small book with plain or ruled pages that we can write or draw in

Ex: He writes down his ideas and thoughts in his notebook. 
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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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pencil
pencil
[noun]

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

Ex: He uses a pencil to shade and create different tones in his artwork. 
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envelope
envelope
[noun]

a thin, paper cover in which we put and send a letter

Ex: He wrote the address on the envelope. 
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Sellotape
Sellotape
[noun]

a type of adhesive tape that is transparent, sticky on one side, and used for various purposes such as sealing, repairing, or wrapping

Ex: She used Sellotape to wrap the birthday presents. 
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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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chocolate
chocolate
[noun]

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: She used chocolate to make a rich dessert. 
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bakery
bakery
[noun]

a place where bread and cakes are made and often sold

Ex: She stopped by the bakery to buy fresh croissants. 
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hardware
hardware
[noun]

the physical and electronic parts of a computer or other similar system

Ex: The technician replaced the faulty hardware to fix the computer. 
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dry cleaner

an individual who works or owns a business specializing in the cleaning and maintenance of garments and textiles using methods that do not involve water

Ex: The dry cleaner carefully inspected the stain before cleaning the suit. 
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to dispense

to prepare and provide medicine to patients according to a doctor's orders

Ex: They dispense antibiotics to treat infections. 
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chemist
chemist
[noun]

someone whose job is to prepare and sell drugs in a pharmacy

Ex: She asked the chemist for advice on cold medicine. 
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tea
tea
[noun]

a drink we make by soaking dried tea leaves in hot water

Ex: He added a splash of milk to his black tea for a creamy and smooth taste. 
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coffee
coffee
[noun]

a drink made by mixing hot water with crushed coffee beans, which is usually brown

Ex: He savored the aroma of freshly brewed coffee before taking his first sip. 
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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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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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pasta
pasta
[noun]

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

Ex: She cooked a delicious pasta dish with marinara sauce and fresh basil for dinner. 
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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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apple juice

a drink that is made from apples

Ex: She poured a glass of cold apple juice for breakfast. 
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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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milk
milk
[noun]

the white liquid we get from cows, sheep, or goats that we drink and use for making cheese, butter, etc.

Ex: Consuming milk can help maintain healthy skin due to the presence of vitamin A. 
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broccoli
broccoli
[noun]

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

Ex: He tried to mask the taste of the broccoli by adding extra seasoning and sauce. 
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chicken
chicken
[noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

Ex: He grilled a juicy chicken breast for his dinner. 
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banana
banana
[noun]

a soft fruit that is long and curved and has hard yellow skin

Ex: Bananas are my go-to ingredient for making a creamy and delicious smoothie in the morning. 
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apple
apple
[noun]

a fruit that is round and has thin yellow, red, or green skin

Ex: Can you please pass me that shiny red apple? 
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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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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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carrot
carrot
[noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: He pretended the carrot was a microphone and sang a silly song in front of the mirror. 
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pea
pea
[noun]

a green seed, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: He carefully harvested the ripe peas, ensuring not to damage the delicate pods. 
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish. 
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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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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: Can you help me crack the eggs for the cake batter? 
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biscuit
biscuit
[noun]

a soft cake that is small and round

Ex: She baked a batch of warm biscuits to serve with her homemade strawberry jam. 
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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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chips
chips
[noun]

thin slices of potato that are fried or baked until crispy and eaten as a snack

Ex: She opened a bag of chips to go with her sandwich at lunch. 
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sausage
sausage
[noun]

‌a mixture of meat, bread, etc. cut into small pieces and put into a long tube of skin, typically sold raw to be cooked before eating

Ex: He enjoys a sausage sandwich for his lunch. 
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yogurt
yogurt
[noun]

a thick liquid food that is made from milk and is eaten cold

Ex: She enjoys having yogurt with fresh fruit and granola for breakfast each morning. 
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