B2 Level Wordlist - Driving

Here you will learn some English words about driving, such as "bumper", "hood", "plate", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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driving school [noun]

an institute that teaches people how to drive

Ex: He scheduled his first driving lesson at the local driving school to start learning the basics .

license number [noun]

the numbers and letters on the plates at the front and back of a vehicle

Ex: The license number was required when filing an insurance claim for the minor accident .

motor vehicle [noun]

any type of vehicle that is powered by an engine

Ex: The motor vehicle 's engine failed , leaving them stranded on the side of the road .

bumper [noun]

a bar that is attached to the back and front of a vehicle to reduce damage in time of an accident

Ex: They added a custom bumper to the truck for a more rugged appearance .

emergency brake [noun]

a brake that is operated by hand to hold a vehicle in place

Ex: In case of brake failure , the emergency brake can be used to slow down the vehicle safely .

hood [noun]

a metal part that covers the engine of a vehicle

Ex: She slammed the hood shut after filling up the windshield washer fluid .

plate [noun]

a flat piece of metal at the front and back of a vehicle displaying numbers and letters

Ex: The vehicle 's plate was damaged , so he went to the DMV to get a replacement .

safety belt [noun]

a strap that keeps a person attached to their seat to prevent injuries, especially in cars, etc.

Ex: They checked that the safety belts were functioning properly as part of the vehicle ’s safety inspection .

tailpipe [noun]

a pipe through which harmful gasses exit from a car

Ex: The car emitted a loud noise from the tailpipe , suggesting an issue with the muffler .

tank [noun]

a container that holds the fuel of a vehicle, etc.

Ex: The car ’s tank had a leak , causing fuel to drip onto the ground .

tire [noun]

a circular rubber object that covers the wheel of a vehicle

Ex: He rotated the tires regularly to ensure even wear and extend their lifespan .

trunk [noun]

the space at the back of an automobile in which different things can be put

Ex: The grocery bags filled the trunk after a trip to the supermarket .

turn signal [noun]

a light on a vehicle that blinks to indicate a change in lane

Ex: The turn signal light on the dashboard flashed , indicating the left turn was being made .

windshield [noun]

the large front window of a vehicle

Ex: A bird flew into the windshield , causing a loud noise .

windshield wiper [noun]

a long and thin device with rubber on its edge, designed to move across the glass at the front of vehicles to clear it of rain, snow, etc. so that the driver can see the road properly

Ex: She used the windshield wiper to remove the morning frost from the windshield before starting her commute .

crash [noun]

an accident in which a vehicle, plane, etc. hits something else

Ex: The report detailed the causes of the crash and the extent of the damage to the vehicles involved .

bend [noun]

a curve in a road, river, etc.

Ex:

crossing [noun]

the place where two streets or roads cross each other

Ex: The city installed a roundabout at the crossing to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents .

intersection [noun]

the place where two or more streets, roads, etc. cross each other

Ex: The city planned to redesign the intersection to improve safety and reduce congestion .

U-turn [noun]

a turn that a car, etc. makes to move toward the direction it was coming from

Ex: They performed a U-turn in the parking lot to find a better spot closer to the store entrance .

global positioning system [phrase]

a satellite system that shows a place, thing, or person's exact position using signals

Ex:

rush hour [noun]

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

Ex: The local news reported on the construction project affecting rush hour traffic patterns .

speeding [noun]

the traffic offence of driving faster than is legally allowed

Ex: He was fined for his repeated offenses of speeding and had to attend a driving course .

to brake [verb]

to slow down or stop a moving car, etc. by using the brakes

Ex: The skilled skater knew exactly when to brake , gracefully slowing down .

to exit [verb]

to leave a place, vehicle, etc.

Ex: The passengers patiently waited for the train to come to a complete stop before starting to exit the subway car .

to pull up [verb]

(of a vehicle) to come to a stop

Ex:

to navigate [verb]

to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map

Ex: The driving instructor taught the student how to navigate through traffic and use road signs .

to rush [verb]

to move or act very quickly

Ex: The mother had to rush to the store to buy groceries before it closed .

to slow [verb]

to decrease the speed of something

Ex: The cyclist slowed his bike to let the pedestrians cross the road .

to fuel [verb]

to provide energy or power for a vehicle, etc.

Ex: He needs to fuel his motorcycle before heading out on the long ride .

progress [noun]

forward movement or movement toward somewhere

Ex: The driver checked the map to track their progress through the unfamiliar territory .

steering wheel [noun]

the wheel that a driver holds or turns to make a vehicle move in different directions

Ex: The car 's steering wheel was equipped with controls for audio and cruise settings .

handlebar [noun]

a bar in front of a motorcycle or bicycle that a person takes by hand to control the direction in which they want to travel

Ex: The mechanic repaired the broken handlebar on the motorcycle to ensure it was safe to ride .

zebra crossing [noun]

an area on a road that is marked with wide white lines, where vehicles must stop so people could walk across the road safely

Ex: He used the zebra crossing to navigate across the busy intersection during rush hour .

gearshift [noun]

a handle in a car or other vehicle, by which a driver can change gears

Ex: The gearshift on the truck was heavy , requiring a firm grip to change gears effectively .

stoplight [noun]

the red light at the back of a vehicle that lits up when brakes are used to signal stopping or slowing down to other drivers

Ex: The police officer pulled over the vehicle for having a defective stoplight .

road rage [noun]

an aggressive behavior that is seen among drivers, particularly when they are stuck in traffic

Ex: She tried to avoid road rage by practicing deep breathing and staying calm during traffic jams .

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