Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 12 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 12 - Part 1 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "foreigner", "insomnia", "concentrate", etc.

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important [adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Freedom of speech is an important right in democratic societies .

rest [noun]

a period of relaxing, sleeping or doing nothing, especially after a period of activity

Ex: I felt refreshed after a night 's rest .

common [adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: The restaurant offered common dishes like pasta and salad .

health problem [noun]

a condition or issue that affects a person's physical or mental well-being, ranging from minor illnesses to chronic diseases

Ex: Some health problems require lifelong management and care .

headache [noun]

a pain in the head, usually persistent

Ex: I ca n't concentrate on this report ; I 've got a terrible headache .

to cough [verb]

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Ex: Please cover your mouth when you cough .

cold [noun]

a mild disease that we usually get when viruses affect our body and make us cough, sneeze, or have fever

Ex:

flu [noun]

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

Ex: He has a high fever ; it might be the flu .

stomachache [noun]

a pain in or near someone's stomach

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backache [noun]

a pain in someone's back

Ex: He could n't play football due to a severe backache .

sore [adjective]

(of a body part) feeling painful or tender, often as a result of injury, strain, or illness

Ex: Sarah 's feet were sore from walking around in high heels all day .

muscle [noun]

a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

Ex: She felt sore in her leg muscles after a long hike .

insomnia [noun]

a disorder in which one is unable to sleep or stay asleep

Ex: The doctor recommended a few relaxation techniques to help combat her insomnia and improve her sleep quality .

terrible [adjective]

extremely bad or unpleasant

Ex: She had a terrible headache that made it difficult to concentrate .

then [adverb]

after the thing mentioned

Ex: He knocked on the door , then waited for a response .

garlic [noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

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to chop [verb]

to cut something into pieces using a knife, etc.

Ex: The butcher is chopping meat to fulfill customer orders .

to boil [verb]

to cook food in very hot water

Ex: He boiled potatoes for the stew .

to add [verb]

to put things together to make them bigger in size or quantity

Ex: The teacher will add new examples to clarify the concept .

lemon [noun]

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

Ex: He made a pitcher of homemade lemonade with freshly squeezed lemons .

honey [noun]

a sweet, sticky, thick liquid produced by bees that is yellow or brown and we can eat as food

Ex: They mix honey with yogurt and fresh fruits for a nutritious and delicious breakfast option .

yuck [interjection]

used to express disgust or strong dislike towards something

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awful [adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: The movie was awful , so we left the theater early .

to drink [verb]

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

Ex: I usually drink a cup of green tea in the afternoon .

idea [noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: Let 's brainstorm and come up with creative ideas for the marketing campaign .

sore throat [noun]

a condition when you feel pain in the throat, usually caused by bacteria or viruses

Ex: He always gets a sore throat when the weather changes

fever [noun]

a condition when the body temperature rises, usually when we are sick

Ex: The doctor said the fever should subside in a couple of days .

toothache [noun]

pain felt in a tooth or several teeth

Ex: He could n't eat his ice cream because of his toothache .

burn [noun]

a place or area that has been damaged or injured by fire or heat

Ex: The firefighter treated his burn with a special ointment .

medicine [noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The pharmacist explained how to use the medicine properly .

liquid [noun]

a substance such as water that flows freely, unlike a gas or a solid

Ex: She was careful not to spill the bright blue liquid as she transferred it from one container to another .

cold [adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

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heating pad [noun]

heater consisting of electrical heating elements contained in a flexible pad

cream [noun]

a thick, semi-solid substance used for moisturizing and soothing the skin

Ex: The cream provided instant relief for her sunburn .

dentist [noun]

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: The dentist recommended that I brush my teeth twice a day and floss regularly .

doctor [noun]

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: The doctor asked me about my symptoms and medical history to make a diagnosis .

vitamin C [noun]

a water-soluble vitamin essential for human nutrition, known for its antioxidant properties, supporting immune function, and collagen production

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advice [noun]

a suggestion or an opinion that is given with regard to making the best decision in a specific situation

Ex: His advice on investing wisely proved invaluable during the economic downturn .

stressed [adjective]

feeling so anxious that makes one unable to relax

Ex: The constant deadlines made her feel stressed and overwhelmed .

to concentrate [verb]

to focus one's all attention on something specific

Ex: The students were asked to concentrate during the lecture to grasp the complex concepts being explained .

sick [adjective]

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

Ex: My father was so sick that he could n't even get out of bed .

exam [noun]

a way of testing how much someone knows about a subject

Ex: The biology exam covers topics like genetics , cells , and ecology .

half [noun]

either one of two equal parts of a thing

Ex: The donation was split into equal halves for both charities .

to learn [verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: They are learning about history in their school lessons .

to forget [verb]

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

Ex: She often forgets details about events from her early years .

nervous [adjective]

worried and anxious about something or slightly afraid of it

Ex: I do n't know why I always feel so nervous before a flight .

foreigner [noun]

a person who lives in a country where they are not a citizen or permanent resident

Ex: Tourists and foreigners often visit that historic site .

hungry [adjective]

needing or wanting something to eat

Ex: She felt hungry and decided to make a sandwich .

Interchange - Pre-intermediate
Classroom Language	Unit 1 - Part 1	Unit 1 - Part 2	Unit 2 - Part 1
Unit 2 - Part 2	Unit 2 - Part 3	Unit 3 - Part 1	Unit 3 - Part 2
Unit 3 - Part 3	Unit 4 - Part 1	Unit 4 - Part 2	Unit 5
Unit 6 - Part 1	Unit 6 - Part 2	Unit 7 - Part 1	Unit 7 - Part 2
Unit 8 - Part 1	Unit 8 - Part 2	Unit 9 - Part 1	Unit 9 - Part 2
Unit 10 - Part 1	Unit 10 - Part 2	Unit 11 - Part 1	Unit 11 - Part 2
Unit 12 - Part 1	Unit 12 - Part 2	Unit 13 - Part 1	Unit 13 - Part 2
Unit 14 - Part 1	Unit 14 - Part 2	Unit 14 - Part 3	Unit 15
Unit 16 - Part 1	Unit 16 - Part 2