Four Corners 2 - Unit 8 Lesson A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 Lesson A in the Four Corners 2 coursebook, such as "fountain", "area", "nearby", etc.

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Four Corners 2
fun [noun]

the feeling of enjoyment or amusement

Ex: The children were full of fun at the park .
city [noun]

a larger and more populated town

Ex: They visit the city 's museums to learn about its history and culture .

a place where many different plants are grown and displayed for people to see and learn about

Ex: The city ’s botanical garden is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature .
castle [noun]

a large and strong building that is protected against attacks, in which the royal family lives

Ex: During the summer vacation , the family visited several castles across Europe , each with its unique history .
fountain [noun]

a structure, often placed in a pool or lake, that pumps a long, narrow stream of water up into the air for decorative purposes

Ex: The fountain sprayed water high into the air , cooling the area .
monument [noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The local community raised funds to build a monument dedicated to the town ’s founder .
palace [noun]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations , its ruins offering glimpses into history .
pyramid [noun]

a stone monument built in ancient Egypt usually as a tomb for the pharaohs, which has a triangular or square base that slopes up to the top

Ex: Scientists still study how ancient civilizations built their pyramids .
square [noun]

an open area in a city or town where two or more streets meet

Ex: Tourists gathered in the square to take photos .
statue [noun]

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

Ex: The artist spent months sculpting the intricate details of the marble statue , bringing his vision to life .
Ecuador [noun]

a country in South America located on the equator, known for its diverse landscapes, including the Amazon rainforest, Andean highlands, and the Galápagos Islands

Ex: Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South America .

a country located in East Asia, sharing a border with North Korea to the north, and China and Japan to the east and west respectively

Ex: The cherry blossoms in South Korea attract visitors every spring .
Egypt [noun]

a country on the continent of Africa with a rich history, famous for its pyramids, temples, and pharaohs

Ex: I bought a beautiful handmade rug from Egypt .
king [noun]

the male ruler of a territorial unit that has a royal family

Ex: The king 's coronation ceremony was attended by nobles from across the realm .
treasure [noun]

accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.

history [noun]

all the events of the past

Ex: He has a passion for history , particularly the impact of World War II on global politics .
area [noun]

a particular part or region of a city, country, or the world

Ex: The earthquake affected a large area , causing significant damage .
fantastic [adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was fantastic .
boat [noun]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: The boat slowly drifted along the river , carried by the gentle current .

the area around someone, somewhere, or something

Ex: Apartments in the neighborhood of downtown New York City come with a premium price tag .
pottery [noun]

pots, dishes, etc. that are made of clay by hand and then baked in a kiln to be hardened

painting [noun]

a picture created by paint

Ex: She gifted me a beautiful painting of a serene beach at sunset .
nearby [adverb]

not in the distance

Ex: She found a job nearby , eliminating the need for a lengthy daily commute .
to relax [verb]

to feel less worried or stressed

Ex: On Sundays , I usually relax and do nothing .
teahouse [noun]

a place where tea is served, often accompanied by snacks or light meals

Ex: He prefers working in a cozy teahouse instead of a coffee shop .
should [verb]

used to say what is suitable, right, etc., particularly when one is disapproving of something

Ex: Students should complete their assignments on time to excel academically .
can [verb]

to be able to do somehing, make something, etc.

Ex: The skilled chef can prepare a variety of delicious dishes .