Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2A in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "figure", "ballroom dancing", "material", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate
activity [noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Playing board games with family is an entertaining activity for the weekends .
sport [noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Football is a popular sport that is played with a round ball and two teams .
to bake [verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: Bake the chicken breasts in the oven until they are cooked through and golden .
cake [noun]

a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

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to gather together things from different places or people

Ex: The scientist collected samples of soil and water from different locations for environmental analysis .
figure [noun]

a diagram or illustration that is used to show or explain something, such as a chart, graph, or drawing

Ex: He included a figure in his presentation to highlight the key findings .
card [noun]

any of the 52 stiff rectangular pieces of paper that are each characterized by their signs and numbers or pictures on one side, used in playing different card games

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stamp [noun]

a small piece of paper or other material that is affixed to a letter or package to indicate that the appropriate postage fee has been paid for its delivery

Ex: The colorful stamps on the package caught my eye right away .
to draw [verb]

to make a picture of something using a pencil, pen, etc. without coloring it

Ex: The artist can draw realistic portraits of people .

to spend much time in a specific place or with someone particular

Ex: Let 's hang out at my place and watch a movie tonight .
friend [noun]

someone we like and trust

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to make [verb]

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

Ex: The factory workers make thousands of cars every month .
clothes [noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: My mother asked me to fold my clothes and organize them in my closet .
to read [verb]

to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

Ex: It 's important to read the terms and conditions before agreeing .
book [noun]

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

Ex: My favorite book is a classic novel that has been passed down through generations .
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: My mom subscribes to a cooking magazine , and we often try new recipes from it .
to text [verb]

to send a written message using a cell phone

Ex: You should text your boss to request time off .
to use [verb]

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

Ex: I use my keys to unlock the door .

websites and applications enabling users to share content and build communities on their smartphones, computers, etc.

Ex: They shared photos and updates on social media during their trip .
video [noun]

a recording of sounds and images that are moving

Ex: We enjoyed watching a video of a fireworks display on New Year 's Eve .
blog [noun]

a web page on which an individual or group of people regularly write about a topic of interest or their opinions or experiences, usually in an informal style

Ex: He writes a food blog featuring recipes and restaurant reviews .
to watch [verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play .
to do [verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: In times of crisis , people often come together to do whatever is necessary .
to play [verb]

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

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to go [verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

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ballet [noun]

a form of performing art that narrates a story using complex dance movements set to music but no words

Ex: He attended the ballet with his family to appreciate the beauty and athleticism of the dancers .

a type of dance that involves two people using special movements and fixed steps, such as the waltz or tango

Ex: Ballroom dancing includes various styles such as waltz , tango , foxtrot , and cha-cha .

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

Ex: The coach emphasized teamwork as the key to success in basketball .

a sport in which participants use specially designed bicycles to perform tricks and race on a dirt track

Ex: Bicycle motocross requires both skill and speed on the track .

any game that is consisted of a board with movable objects on it

Ex: I bought a new board game for our game night this weekend .
bowling [noun]

a sport or game in which a player rolls a ball down a lane with the aim of knocking over as many pins as possible at the other end of the lane

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camping [noun]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: I love the peace and quiet that comes with camping .
chess [noun]

a strategic two-player board game where players move pieces with different abilities across a board with the objective of capturing the opponent's king

Ex: Playing chess regularly can improve cognitive skills such as problem-solving and decision-making .
cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: The annual cycling event attracted participants from all over the country .
drama [noun]

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

Ex: She got the leading role in the school drama .

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: Many schools offer gymnastics classes to help students develop coordination and balance .

a sport that involves riders performing specific tasks like jumping over obstacles or showcasing their skills on horseback

Ex: He ’s passionate about horse riding and competes in local tournaments .

a game played on ice by two teams of 6 skaters who try to hit a hard rubber disc (a puck) into the other team’s goal, using long sticks

Ex: The school organizes ice hockey lessons for students interested in the sport .

the sport or activity of moving on ice with ice skates

Ex: He took up ice skating as a hobby and spends his weekends practicing jumps and spins at the local ice rink .
material [noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Fabric is a textile material used for making clothing , curtains , and upholstery .
art [noun]

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

Ex: Her art of sculpting allows her to express her deepest emotions .

an object or device used for producing music, such as a violin or a piano

Ex: Learning a musical instrument can improve concentration and creativity .

the process, art, or profession of capturing photographs or recording videos

Ex: He specializes in wildlife photography and travels often .

a type of skating using inline skates with wheels, often done for fun or sport on paved surfaces

Ex: Rollerblading requires balance and coordination .
running [noun]

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport

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shopping [noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

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a game played on a table by two or four players who bounce a small ball on the table over a net using special rackets

Ex: My sister is the best table tennis player in our family .

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: Volleyball is an exciting sport where teams try to score points by hitting the ball over the net .
weight [noun]

an object that has a certain amount of mass, and is used when exercising or measuring something

to be [verb]

used when naming, or giving description or information about people, things, or situations

Ex: The movie was entertaining .
to buy [verb]

to get something in exchange for paying money

Ex: Let 's buy some flowers for her birthday .
to go [verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

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online [adjective]

connected to or via the Internet

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