Headway - Elementary - Everyday English (Unit 6)

Here you will find the vocabulary from Everyday English Unit 6 in the Headway Elementary coursebook, such as "seventeenth", "fourth", "century", etc.

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date

[noun]

a specific day in a month or sometimes a year, shown using a number and sometimes a name

Ex: We should mark the date on the calendar for our family gathering .

first

[Adjective]

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

Ex: She is the first runner to cross the finish line.

second

[Adjective]

being number two in order or time

Ex: He was second in line after Mary .

third

[Adjective]

coming after the second in order or position

Ex: We live on the third floor of the apartment building .

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 .

fifth

[Adjective]

coming or happening just after the fourth person or thing

Ex: This is my fifth attempt to solve the challenging puzzle .

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 .

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.

twelfth

[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the eleventh person or thing

Ex: The twelfth anniversary is traditionally celebrated with silk or linen gifts .

thirteenth

[determiner]

coming or happening right after the twelfth person or thing

Ex: The thirteenth amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery, marking a significant milestone in American history.

sixteenth

[determiner]

coming or happening right after the fifteenth person or thing

Ex: The sixteenth amendment to the U.S. Constitution allowed Congress to levy an income tax.

seventeenth

[determiner]

coming or happening right after the sixteenth person or thing

Ex: The seventeenth century was a period of great artistic and scientific advancements in Europe.

twentieth

[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the nineteenth person or thing

Ex: The twentieth century saw significant advancements in technology, including the invention of the internet.

twenty-second

[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the twenty-first person or thing

Ex: The twenty-second amendment to the U.S. Constitution limits the number of terms a president can serve .

thirtieth

[numeral]

coming or happening right after the twenty-ninth person or thing

Ex: The thirtieth amendment to the U.S. Constitution does not exist, as there have only been twenty-seven amendments ratified.

thirty-first

[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the thirtieth person or thing

Ex: The thirty-first amendment to the U.S. Constitution does not exist , as there have been only twenty-seven ratified amendments .

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 .

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.

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 .

nineteenth

[determiner]

coming or happening right after the eighteenth person or thing

Ex: The nineteenth amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote.

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 .

twenty-third

[Adjective]

coming or happening right after the twenty-second person or thing

Ex: The twenty-third amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1964 , ensuring equal voting rights .

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 .

today

[noun]

the day that is happening right now

Ex: Today's meeting was more productive than expected .

christmas day

[noun]

a holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, often marked by gift-giving, feasting, and family gatherings

Ex: The movie is set during the magical events of Christmas Day.

Valentine's Day

[phrase]

a day on which two people celebrate their love toward each other and often buy gifts for one another

Ex: Valentine’s Day is often associated with chocolates, flowers, and romantic gestures.

birthday

[noun]

the day and month of your birth in every year

Ex: Today is my birthday, and I 'm celebrating with my family .

public holiday

[noun]

a day that is legally recognized as a day off from work or school

Ex: In some countries , workers get paid extra if they work on a public holiday.

country

[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: The government implemented new policies to boost the country's economy .

century

[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: This ancient artifact dates back to the 7th century.

important

[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .

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Headway - Elementary - Everyday English (Unit 6)