Solutions - Elementary - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the Solutions Elementary coursebook, such as "curtain", "utility room", "wardrobe", etc.

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Solutions - Elementary

a piece of furniture consisted of a number of drawers primarily used for keeping clothing

Ex: He found an antique chest of drawers at the flea market that was perfect for their bedroom .
clock [noun]

a device used to measure and show time

Ex: I like the sound of the ticking clock .
cooker [noun]

an appliance shaped like a box that is used for heating or cooking food by putting food on top or inside the appliance

Ex: He forgot to turn off the cooker after making breakfast .
cupboard [noun]

a piece of furniture with shelves and doors, usually built into a wall, designed for storing things like foods, dishes, etc.

Ex: He opened the cupboard to grab some snacks for the movie night .
curtain [noun]

a hanging piece of cloth or other materials that covers a window, opening, etc.

Ex:
desk [noun]

furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers

Ex: The receptionist sat behind the desk , welcoming visitors .

an electric machine that is used to clean dishes, spoons, cups, etc.

Ex: The dishwasher is energy-efficient , saving water and electricity .
Wi-Fi [noun]

the technology that allows computers, cell phones, etc. to access the Internet or exchange data wirelessly

Ex: He upgraded his router to ensure a stronger Wi-Fi signal throughout the house .
lamp [noun]

an object that can give light by using electricity or burning gas or oil

Ex: He replaced the old bulb in the lamp with a brighter one .
light [noun]

a type of electromagnetic radiation that makes it possible to see, produced by the sun or another source of illumination

Ex: Photographers often adjust the light to achieve the perfect shot .
mirror [noun]

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

Ex: The bathroom mirror was foggy from the steam of the hot shower .
rug [noun]

something we use to cover or decorate a part of the floor that is usually made of thick materials or animal skin

Ex: The rug in front of the fireplace provides a comfortable spot to sit .
shelf [noun]

a flat, narrow board made of wood, metal, etc. attached to a wall, to put items on

Ex:
shower [noun]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

Ex:
sink [noun]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

Ex: The bathroom sink had a leak , so they called a plumber to fix it .
sofa [noun]

a comfortable seat that has a back and two arms and enough space for two or multiple people to sit on

Ex: The sofa in the living room is big enough to seat three people .
stool [noun]

a seat, often with four legs, that does not include a any support for one's back or arms

Ex: The stool was simple , with no backrest or armrests .
table [noun]

furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on

Ex:
toilet [noun]

the complete bathroom or restroom area, including facilities for personal hygiene and grooming

Ex: He went to the toilet to freshen up before the meeting .
wardrobe [noun]

a piece of furniture that is large and is used for hanging and storing clothes

Ex: He opened the wardrobe to find a jacket for the evening .

an electric machine used for washing clothes

Ex: She put her dirty clothes in the washing machine and added detergent .
part [noun]

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

Ex: The backyard is a private part of the house .
home [noun]

the place that we live in, usually with our family

Ex: He missed his home while traveling and could n't wait to be back .
basement [noun]

an area or room in a house or building that is partially or completely below the ground level

Ex: He keeps his workout equipment in the basement to have a private gym space .
bathroom [noun]

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: He cleans the bathroom regularly to keep it hygienic and tidy .
bedroom [noun]

a room we use for sleeping

Ex: My siblings and I share a single bedroom in our house .

a room that we use to eat meals in

Ex: They enjoyed breakfast in the dining room , starting the day with a tasty meal .
garage [noun]

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

Ex: He decided to convert the garage into a small workshop for his woodworking hobby .
garden [noun]

a piece of land where flowers, trees, and other plants are grown

Ex: She enjoys sharing the fruits of her garden with neighbors and friends .
hall [noun]

a passage that is inside a house or building with rooms on both side

Ex: The children were playing in the hall , running from one room to another .
kitchen [noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: She stored canned goods and snacks in the kitchen pantry .

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: The living room had a comfortable sofa where she took afternoon naps .
loft [noun]

a room immediately under the roof of a house, which is used as a storage or living space

Ex: He stored his books and winter clothes in the loft .
study [noun]

a room in a house where a person reads or writes something

Ex: In the evenings , I retreat to my study to work on my novel .

a room in which there are large pieces of household equipment such as a dishwasher

Ex: I always leave my muddy shoes in the utility room to avoid tracking dirt into the house .
attractive [adjective]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

Ex: The charismatic singer has an attractive voice that captivates the audience .
comfortable [adjective]

physically feeling relaxed and not feeling pain, stress, fear, etc.

Ex: After a warm bath , he felt comfortable and ready for bed .
modern [adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary highlights modern life in urban areas around the world .
unusual [adjective]

not commonly happening or done

Ex: The concert started at an unusual time , late in the afternoon .

pieces of equipment such as tables, desks, beds, etc. that we put in a house or office so that it becomes suitable for living or working in

Ex: The furniture store has a wide section of sofas , tables , and chairs .

all the people living in a house together, considered as a social unit

Ex: The new neighbors introduced their household to everyone on the street during a welcome party .
item [noun]

a distinct thing, often an individual object or entry in a list or collection

Ex: The store has discounted every item for the sale .
bath [noun]

the action of washing our body in a bathtub by putting it into water

Ex: My sister loves taking a long , relaxing bath .
bed [noun]

furniture we use to sleep on that normally has a frame and mattress

Ex: I make my bed every morning to keep it tidy .
bin [noun]

a container, usually with a lid, for putting waste in

Ex: Please put your litter in the bin provided .
bookcase [noun]

a piece of furniture that contains shelves for holding books

Ex: They bought a new bookcase to store all their children 's books .
carpet [noun]

a thick piece of woven cloth, used as a floor covering

Ex: My grandmother got angry when I accidentally spilled juice on the carpet .
chair [noun]

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

Ex: I sat on the comfortable chair while reading a book .