Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 10 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - Part 1 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "bet", "common", "delicious", etc.

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Interchange - Pre-intermediate
ever [adverb]

at any point in time

Ex: Do n't ever speak to me like that again .
fun [noun]

the feeling of enjoyment or amusement

Ex: The children were full of fun at the park .

a large park, with machines and games that are all related to a single concept, designed for public entertainment

Ex: The theme park has a section dedicated to water rides .
dancing [noun]

‌the act of moving our body to music; a set of movements performed to music

Ex: The couple spent the evening dancing under the stars .
to visit [verb]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Ex: The tourists visited the zoo to see exotic animals from around the world .
space [noun]

any area beyond the Earth's atmosphere

Ex: Scientists study conditions in space .
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 .
to eat [verb]

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

Ex: We ate sushi for the first time and loved it .
cuban [adjective]

related to the country of Cuba, its culture, or its people

food [noun]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

Ex: She always tries to choose healthy and nutritious foods .
to see [verb]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Ex:

a large animal living in both water and on land which has strong jaws, a long tail, and sharp teeth

Ex: Despite its menacing appearance , the alligator plays a vital role in maintaining the ecosystem 's balance .
already [adverb]

before the present or specified time

Ex: I already knew the answer before he explained it .
to bet [verb]

to risk money on the result of a coming event by trying to predict it

Ex: The group is currently betting on the outcome of the lottery .

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He underwent rigorous physical and mental training to qualify as an astronaut .
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 .
to stop [verb]

to not move anymore

Ex: The train does n't stop on this route after 6 PM .
to try [verb]

to make an effort or attempt to do or have something

Ex: She tried to bake a cake but it did n't turn out well .
to have [verb]

to hold or own something

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

to notice the sound a person or thing is making

Ex: We heard shouting coming from the other house .
to ride [verb]

to sit on open-spaced vehicles like motorcycles or bicycles and be in control of their movements

Ex: Participants in the off-road rally eagerly prepared to ride their dirt bikes through challenging trails in the desert .
to live [verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

Ex:
to make [verb]

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

Ex: The factory workers make thousands of cars every month .
late [adjective]

doing or happening after the time that is usual or expected

Ex: He apologized for being late to the party .

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

Ex:
delicious [adjective]

having a very pleasant flavor

Ex: The pizza was so delicious that we ordered another one .
college [noun]

an institution that offers higher education or specialized trainings for different professions

Ex: They are preparing for their final exams at college .
empanada [noun]

a fried or baked pastry filled with meat, cheese, vegetables, etc., mostly found in Spain and Latin America

Ex:
rice [noun]

a small and short grain that is white or brown and usually grown and eaten a lot in Asia

Ex:
bean [noun]

a seed growing in long pods on a climbing plant, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: My vegetarian friend often uses beans as a filling for vegetarian tacos .

continuously, persistently, or without pause

Ex: This street is noisy all the time , day and night .
bike [noun]

a vehicle that has two wheels and moves when we push its pedals with our feet

Ex: They went on a bike trip through the countryside last weekend .
sushi [noun]

a dish of small rolls or balls of cold cooked rice flavored with vinegar and garnished with raw fish or vegetables, originated in Japan

Ex: They ordered a platter of sushi to share , including California rolls and spicy tuna rolls .
sleep [noun]

the natural state of resting that involves being unconscious, particularly for several hours every night

Ex: The doctor recommended getting at least eight hours of sleep each night .

in a way that is unexpected and causes amazement

Ex: The restaurant 's prices were surprisingly affordable , considering the high quality of the food .
common [adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: The restaurant offered common dishes like pasta and salad .
in fact [adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

Ex: She was confident about the facts , and in fact , her research was comprehensive and accurate .

the number of people who live in a particular city or country

Ex: Migration patterns have changed the ethnic composition of population groups over decades .

to walk or do other actions while one is sleeping

Ex: He tends to sleepwalk through the hallways at night , often unaware of his surroundings .
point [noun]

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

Ex: The key point of the presentation was to emphasize the company 's growth strategy .
life [noun]

the state of existing as a person who is alive

Ex: He leads a quiet life in the countryside .

to make something operate, especially by accident

Ex: He accidentally set off the fire alarm when he burnt toast in the office kitchen .

an electronic security device that, when activated, emits a loud noise to deter and alert about unauthorized entry into a house, building, or other premises

Ex: The loud noise of the burglar alarm alerted the neighbors to the attempted break-in .
own [adjective]

used for showing that someone or something belongs to or is connected with a particular person or thing

Ex: The company uses its own software for managing tasks .