Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 9 - 9G

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9G in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "scuba diving", "caravan site", "self-catering", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate
holiday [noun]

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

Ex: Many families plan a holiday at the beach during school breaks .
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 .
fishing [noun]

the activity of catching a fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: He uses a special bait for fishing .
hiking [noun]

the activity of taking long walks in the countryside or mountains, often for fun

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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 .
kayak [noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: Kayaks are often used for recreational activities such as whitewater rafting and sea kayaking .

the activity or sport of riding a mountain bike over rough ground

Ex: The park has trails specifically designed for mountain biking .

the act or sport of swimming underwater, using special equipment such as an oxygen tank, etc.

Ex: The clear waters make this location perfect for scuba diving .
shopping [noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

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the activity of visiting interesting places in a particular location as a tourist

Ex: The city offers a wide range of sightseeing opportunities , from historic monuments to modern art galleries .
skiing [noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: The family planned a weekend getaway to the mountains for some skiing and snowboarding .
swimming [noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: Swimming helps to improve our cardiovascular fitness .

a place where people live, stay, or work in

Ex: The university provides accommodation for students in dormitories and off-campus housing options .

a small hotel or guesthouse that provides the residents with a resting place and breakfast

Ex: She preferred the charm of a bed and breakfast over a large hotel .
campsite [noun]

a specific location that is intended for people to set up a tent

Ex: The campsite had a picnic table and a fire pit .

a place or area where people can park their caravans and stay for a period of time, often with facilities such as electricity, water supply, and waste disposal

camp [noun]

a military facility where troops are stationed for training or operational purposes

Ex: The camp provided essential supplies and equipment for the soldiers .
hostel [noun]

a place or building that provides cheap food and accommodations for visitors

Ex: The hostel provides free breakfast every morning , allowing visitors to start their day without extra costs .
hotel [noun]

a building where we give money to stay and eat food in when we are traveling

Ex: I stayed at a luxurious hotel during my vacation .
self-catering [adjective]

(of an accommodation or holiday) providing equipment for guests to prepare their meals themselves

Ex: Our vacation was more affordable because we stayed in a self-catering villa .

a place that has a few rooms for people to live in, normally part of a building that has other such places on each floor

Ex: She invited her friends over to her apartment for a movie night .
villa [noun]

a country house that has a large garden, particularly the one located in southern Europe or warm regions

Ex: The villa was spacious , with several bedrooms , a private pool , and a large terrace perfect for evening dinners .
miss [noun]

a formal title for an unmarried woman

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sir [noun]

used as a respectful or polite way of referring to or addressing a man

Ex: " Please wait here , sir , " the attendant said , pointing to the seat .
Mrs [noun]

a formal title for a married woman

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Ms [noun]

a title used before a woman's surname or full name as a form of address without indicating her marital status

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madam [noun]

a polite way to address or refer to a woman

Ex: The officer addressed the elderly woman as madam during their conversation .