English Result Upper-Intermediate "Unit 5 - 5D" Vocabulary

health

noun

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the general condition of a person's mind or body

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Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good health.

She scheduled a check-up to ensure her health was in good condition after feeling unwell for a few days.

greeting

noun

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an expression of polite and friendly gestures or words when meeting someone

to exchange

Verb

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to give something to someone and receive something else from them

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to have

Verb

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to hold or own something

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transitive

argument

noun

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a discussion, typically a serious one, between two or more people with different views

chat

noun

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the online exchange of messages between people on the Internet

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silence

noun

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the absence of sound or noise, often creating a peaceful or uncomfortable atmosphere

to lose one's temper

phrase

/lˈuːz wˈʌnz tˈɛmpɚ/

to suddenly become uncontrollably angry

small talk

noun

/smˈɔːl tˈɔːk/

Idiom

Informal

brief and polite conversation about random subjects, often in a social setting

What is the origin of the idiom "small talk" and when to use it?

The idiom "small talk" refers to casual and light conversation, typically about unimportant or trivial topics. It originates from the idea of engaging in chit-chat or informal discussions that do not delve into significant or substantial matters. Small talk serves as a way to establish rapport, break the ice, or maintain social interaction without delving into deeper, more serious subjects.

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compound noun

to raise one's voice

phrase

/ɹˈeɪz wˈʌnz vˈɔɪs/

to elevate the volume of speech, typically fueled by anger or strong emotion

to stare

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to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

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intransitive

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