Face2Face - Pre-intermediate - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Face2Face Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "theater", "free time", "occasionally", etc.

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Face2Face - Pre-intermediate

a period when no work or essential tasks need to be done, allowing for activities of personal choice

Ex: With so much work , I barely have any free time this week .
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 .
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 .
yoga [noun]

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

Ex: The yoga session was very calming and rejuvenating .
to play [verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: I want to play Monopoly with my friends .

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 .
to go [verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex:
cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

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

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

Ex: The theater downtown is putting on a Shakespeare production .
museum [noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: I visited the museum to learn about ancient civilizations .
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

Ex:

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 .
judo [noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: Judo practitioners wear a gi , which is a traditional uniform .

a building where works of art are displayed for the public to enjoy

Ex: The art gallery hosts regular events , including workshops and lectures , to engage the community in creative discussions .
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

Ex:
diving [noun]

‌the activity or sport of jumping into water from a diving board, with the head and arms first

Ex: Professional diving can be quite dangerous .
Pilates [noun]

a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening and toning the body, improving flexibility, and enhancing posture through a series of controlled movements

Ex: He started doing Pilates to help relieve his back pain .
concert [noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex:
gig [noun]

a performance of live music, comedy, or other entertainment, usually by one or more performers in front of an audience

Ex: The comedian ’s gig was well-received , with the audience laughing throughout .

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

Ex: The park has trails specifically designed for mountain biking .
gym [noun]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

Ex: She joined a new gym near her house .

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 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 .
festival [noun]

a period of time that is celebrated due to cultural or religious reasons

Ex: People wore traditional clothes for the festival .
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 .
hardly ever [adverb]

in a manner that almost does not occur or happen

Ex: He hardly ever arrives late to meetings .
always [adverb]

at all times, without any exceptions

Ex: The restaurant always serves delicious food .
never [adverb]

not at any point in time

Ex: I never thought I 'd see such a beautiful sunset .
sometimes [adverb]

on some occasions but not always

Ex: They sometimes play board games as a family .

not on a regular basis

Ex: She reads novels , and occasionally , she writes short stories .
often [adverb]

on many occasions

Ex: The library is often quiet during weekdays .
usually [adverb]

in most situations or under normal circumstances

Ex: We usually have a family gathering on Thanksgiving .
normally [adverb]

under regular or usual circumstances

Ex: He normally reads a book before going to bed .
generally [adverb]

in a way that is true in most cases

Ex: She 's generally punctual , though today she 's late .