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Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 4 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Part 1 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "talk show", "entertainment", "sound", etc.

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to play
[Verb]

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ex: They sat under the tree , playing softly on their ukulele .
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guitar
[noun]

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

Ex: We gathered around the campfire , singing songs accompanied by the guitar.
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country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: The government implemented new policies to boost the country's economy .
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electronic
[Adjective]

(of a device) having very small parts such as chips and obtaining power from electricity

Ex: The musician used a variety of electronic instruments to create unique sounds for the album.
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Latin
[noun]

a genre of music that originated in Latin America

Ex: They listened to a popular Latin track on the radio.
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classical
[Adjective]

related to music that is respected, serious, and is typically from the Western tradition

Ex: The students attended a workshop on classical music composition.
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jazz
[noun]

a music genre that emphasizes improvisation, complex rhythms, and extended chords, originated in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Ex: The jazz festival attracts artists and audiences from all around the world.
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hip-hop
[noun]

popular music featuring rap that is set to electronic music, first developed among black and Hispanic communities in the US

Ex: Many hip-hop songs feature complex wordplay and clever rhymes .
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other
[Adjective]

being the one that is different, extra, or not included

Ex: We'll visit the other city on our trip next week.
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movies, television shows, etc. or an activity that is made for people to enjoy

Ex: The city offers a wide variety of entertainment options .
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a series of episodes broadcast on television that tells a story or provides entertainment, usually consisting of a specific genre or format

Ex: I ca n't wait for the next season of that crime television show to start
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music
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a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

Ex: Her favorite genre of music is jazz .
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movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: We discussed our favorite movie scenes with our friends after watching a film .
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action
[noun]

the process of doing something, often requiring effort, with a specific purpose or goal in mind

Ex: A quick action by the lifeguard saved the swimmer from drowning .
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electronic
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(of a device) having very small parts such as chips and obtaining power from electricity

Ex: The musician used a variety of electronic instruments to create unique sounds for the album.
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game show
[noun]

a television or radio program where people compete against each other to win prizes

Ex: The game show has been a favorite among viewers for over a decade .
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horror
[noun]

a kind of story, movie, etc. intended to scare people

Ex: We stayed up late watching horror shows on Halloween .
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musical
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any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

Ex: I was captivated by the emotional depth of the musical, as it beautifully conveyed the characters' struggles and triumphs through powerful performances.
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rap
[noun]

a genre of African-American music with a rhythmic speech

Ex: Many rap artists use their platform to address social and political issues .
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a type of TV show where people are filmed going about their daily lives or doing challenges in order to entertain the audience

Ex: He criticized the reality show for being overly scripted .
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reggae
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a genre of music that originated in Jamaica, characterized by a steady rhythm, offbeat accents, and lyrics often addressing social and political themes

Ex: The roots of reggae are deeply tied to Jamaican history and culture .
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a Latin American dance music that is influenced by jazz, R&B and rock

Ex: She learned to dance to salsa music at a local studio .
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books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

Ex: The science fiction film was filled with advanced technology and alien life .
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a TV or radio show, broadcast regularly, dealing with the routine life of a group of people and their problems

Ex: The characters ' struggles in the soap opera feel so real and relatable to many viewers .
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talk show
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a type of TV or radio program on which famous people appear as guests to answer questions about themselves or other subjects

Ex: A live audience attended the talk show to interact with the guests .
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to wait
[Verb]

to not leave until a person or thing is ready or present or something happens

Ex: The students had to wait patiently for the exam results .
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concert
[noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex: The school is hosting a concert to showcase the students ' musical talents .
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violin
[noun]

a musical instrument that we play by holding it under our chin and moving a bow across its strings

Ex: We gathered around as she performed a heartfelt solo on her violin.
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kind
[noun]

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: The store sells products of various kinds, from electronics to clothing .
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to like
[Verb]

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

Ex: What kind of music do you like?
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to do
[Verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?
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me
[pronoun]

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

Ex: My friend took a photo of my family and me at the park .
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you
[pronoun]

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

Ex: You should take a break and relax .
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him
[pronoun]

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

Ex: The dog followed him everywhere he went.
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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

Ex: They presented her with a bouquet of flowers.
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it
[pronoun]

(objective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to something or an animal of unknown sex as the object of a sentence

Ex: The teacher asked a question , and the student answered it confidently .
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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

Ex: The tour guide showed us around the museum.
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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

Ex: The librarian showed them where to find the books and how to check them out.
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ticket
[noun]

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

Ex: They checked our tickets at the entrance of the stadium .
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dinner
[noun]

the main meal of the day that we usually eat in the evening

Ex: We ordered takeout pizza for an easy dinner.
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maybe
[Adverb]

used to show uncertainty or hesitation

Ex: Maybe we should try a different restaurant this time .
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to sound
[Verb]

to convey or make a specific impression when read about or when heard

Ex: The plan sounds promising , but we need to consider all the potential risks .
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would
[Verb]

used to express a tendency or desire

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to want
[Verb]

to wish to do or have something

Ex: What does she want for her birthday?
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to need
[Verb]

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

Ex: The house needs cleaning before the guests arrive .
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to work
[Verb]

to do certain physical or mental activities in order to achieve a result or as a part of our job

Ex: They're in the studio, working on their next album.
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to save
[Verb]

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Ex: The scientist 's discovery may save countless lives in the future .
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a genre of popular music, with a strong beat played on electric guitars and drums, evolved from rock and roll and pop music

Ex: The rock festival attracts fans from all over the world every year.
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pop music
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popular music, especially with young people, consisting a strong rhythm and simple tunes

Ex: Their pop song went viral on social media, leading to a record deal.
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