Interchange - Beginner - Unit 16

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 16 in the Interchange Beginner coursebook, such as "meeting", "babysit", "popular", etc.

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Interchange - Beginner
message [noun]

a written or spoken piece of information or communication sent to or left for another person

Ex: I received a message on social media inviting me to a gathering .
creative [adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: I met a creative artist , turning everyday objects into beautiful sculptures .
meeting [noun]

an event in which people meet, either in person or online, to talk about something

Ex: Our morning meeting was postponed to the afternoon .
at [preposition]

used to show a particular place or position

Ex: The concert will be held at the stadium .
in [preposition]

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

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on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: He placed the keys on the counter .
you [pronoun]

(second-person pronoun) used for referring to the one or the people we are writing or talking to

Ex: Are you going to the party tonight ?
he [pronoun]

(subjective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to a male human or animal that was already mentioned or one that is easy to identify

Ex: He likes to spend his weekends hiking in the mountains .
we [pronoun]

(subjective first-person plural pronoun) used by a speaker when they want to talk or write about themselves and at least one other person

Ex: We should all pitch in and help clean up .
they [pronoun]

(subjective third-person plural pronoun) used when referring to the things or people that were already mentioned

Ex: They said they would call when they arrive .
me [pronoun]

(objective first-person singular pronoun) used by the speaker to refer to themselves when they are the object of a sentence

Ex: Please pass the salt to me .
you [pronoun]

(second-person pronoun) used for referring to the one or the people we are writing or talking to

Ex: Are you going to the party tonight ?
him [pronoun]

(objective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to a male human or animal as the object of a sentence

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her [pronoun]

(objective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to a female human or animal that is the object of a sentence

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us [pronoun]

(objective first-person plural pronoun) used by the speaker to refer to themselves and at least one other person when they are the object of a sentence

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them [pronoun]

(objective third-person plural pronoun) used when referring to the aforementioned things or people that are the object of a sentence

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popular [adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Tennis is a popular sport in many countries around the world .
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 .
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 .

a large place where people go and pay to have fun and enjoy games, rides, or other activities

Ex: She won a stuffed animal at one of the carnival games in the amusement park .

an event held outdoors on a street or in a public place where people can enjoy food, entertainment, and other activities

Ex: The street fair featured live music , food trucks , and games .
concert [noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

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barbecue [noun]

an outdoor party during which food, such as meat, fish, etc. is cooked on a metal frame over an open fire

Ex: The barbecue is starting at 3 pm , do n’t forget to bring your appetite .
play [noun]

a written story that is meant to be performed on a stage, radio, or television

Ex: They adapted the popular novel into a television play , bringing the story to life on screen .
musical [noun]

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

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to cause a machine, device, or system to stop working or flowing, usually by pressing a button or turning a switch

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to want [verb]

to wish to do or have something

Ex: Jane wanted to learn how to play the guitar , so she took lessons .
to have [verb]

to hold or own something

Ex: Does your friend have a reliable computer ?
to see [verb]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

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to like [verb]

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

Ex: I like the idea of living in a big city .
would [verb]

used to indicate a habitual tendency, preference, or desire

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to go [verb]

to move over a particular distance

Ex: The cyclists went a considerable distance before taking a break at the rest area .
to love [verb]

to have very strong feelings for someone or something that is important to us and we like a lot and want to take care of

Ex: She knew he was the one she loved when he supported her through a difficult time .
to need [verb]

to want something or someone that we must have if we want to do or be something

Ex: She needs a ride to the airport tomorrow .

to take care of a child or children while their parents are away

Ex: He babysits his younger cousins every weekend .
limit [noun]

the maximum extent or quantity of something that is legally permitted or allowed by regulations or laws

Ex: The law imposes a limit on campaign contributions to maintain fair elections .
to host [verb]

to be the organizer of an event such as a meeting, party, etc. to which people are invited

Ex: Schools regularly host events to engage parents and showcase students ' achievements .
band [noun]

a group of musicians and singers playing popular music

Ex: They 're going on tour next month to promote their new single as a country band .
to check [verb]

to discover information about something or someone by looking, asking, or investigating

Ex: I think the store closes at 8 PM , but I 'll check their website for the exact hours .
stage [noun]

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

Ex: She stood on the stage , taking a bow as the audience applauded .
musician [noun]

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

Ex: The concert showcased musicians from all over the world .

to give a performance of something such as a play or a piece of music for entertainment

Ex: The magician performed an incredible trick .
total [noun]

the complete amount or entirety of something

Ex: She checked the total before signing the receipt .

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: The astronauts are exploring the surface of Mars in a groundbreaking mission .
sometimes [adverb]

on some occasions but not always

Ex: They sometimes play board games as a family .

a person's signature, usually from someone famous or important

Ex: The fan collected autographs from several musicians .
both [adjective]

referring to two things together

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poster [noun]

a large printed picture or notice, typically used for advertising or decoration

Ex: The environmental organization created a powerful poster to raise awareness about climate change , featuring striking images of melting glaciers and endangered wildlife .
to sign [verb]

to write one's name or mark on a document to indicate acceptance, approval, or endorsement of its contents

Ex: The artist signed the painting in the bottom right corner .
hungry [adjective]

needing or wanting something to eat

Ex: She felt hungry and decided to make a sandwich .
thirsty [adjective]

wanting or needing a drink

Ex: The soccer players felt thirsty after the intense match and drank from their water bottles .

to offer something, typically food or drink, to someone

Ex: She served up a selection of fine wines with dinner .
everyone [pronoun]

every single person in a group, community, or society, without exception

Ex: At the concert , everyone stood up and applauded the talented performers .
to shop [verb]

to look for and buy different things from stores or websites

Ex: Families often shop for groceries together to plan meals for the week .
center [noun]

the middle part or point of an area or object

Ex: The clock tower stands tall in the center of the town square .
hat [noun]

a piece of clothing often with a brim that we wear on our heads, for warmth, as a fashion item or as part of a uniform

Ex: She bought a new hat to add a stylish accessory to her outfit .
guitar [noun]

a musical instrument, usually with six strings, that we play by pulling the strings with our fingers or with a plectrum

Ex: They play the guitar together during jam sessions .