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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: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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rest
[noun]

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

Ex: The doctor advised him to take a lot of rest to recover quickly .
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common
[Adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: His response was so common that it did n’t stand out in the conversation .
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a condition or issue that affects a person's physical or mental well-being, ranging from minor illnesses to chronic diseases

Ex: Early detection can prevent certain health problems from worsening .
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headache
[noun]

a pain in the head, usually persistent

Ex: Too much caffeine can sometimes cause a headache.
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to cough
[Verb]

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Ex: When he began to cough during his speech , someone offered him a glass of water .
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cold
[noun]

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

Ex: She could n't go to school because of a severe cold.
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flu
[noun]

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

Ex: Wearing a mask can help prevent the spread of the flu.
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a pain in or near someone's stomach

Ex: The stomachache was so severe that he had to visit the hospital .
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backache
[noun]

a pain in someone's back

Ex: My dad often suffers from backache after a long day at work .
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sore
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Mary had a sore tooth that made it painful for her to chew on that side of her mouth .
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muscle
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a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

Ex: The weightlifter 's strong muscles helped him lift heavy weights .
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insomnia
[noun]

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

Ex: Despite feeling exhausted , his insomnia made it impossible for him to get a good night 's rest .
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terrible
[Adjective]

extremely bad or unpleasant

Ex: He felt terrible about forgetting his friend 's birthday and wanted to make it up to them .
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then
[Adverb]

after the thing mentioned

Ex: The lights flickered , then the power went out completely .
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garlic
[noun]

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

Ex: The pasta sauce tasted rich with the addition of garlic and herbs .
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to chop
[Verb]

to cut something into pieces using a knife, etc.

Ex: Last night , she chopped herbs for the marinade .
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to boil
[Verb]

to cook food in very hot water

Ex: They boiled the lobster for the seafood feast .
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to add
[Verb]

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

Ex: I added a few extra hours to my schedule to finish the work .
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lemon
[noun]

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

Ex: The market had vibrant yellow lemons on display .
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honey
[noun]

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

Ex: We used honey as a natural sweetener in our homemade salad dressing .
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yuck
[interjection]

used to express disgust or strong dislike towards something

Ex: Yuck, this bathroom is so dirty.
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awful
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: They received some awful news about their friend 's accident .
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to drink
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to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

Ex: My parents always drink orange juice for breakfast .
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idea
[noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: The manager welcomed any ideas from the employees to enhance workplace morale .
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a condition when you feel pain in the throat, usually caused by bacteria or viruses

Ex: She drank hot tea with honey to soothe her sore throat.
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fever
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a condition when the body temperature rises, usually when we are sick

Ex: She developed a fever after being exposed to the virus .
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toothache
[noun]

pain felt in a tooth or several teeth

Ex: She scheduled an appointment with her dentist to treat her toothache.
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burn
[noun]

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

Ex: The burn from the boiling water left a scar on his leg .
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medicine
[noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The child refused to take the bitter-tasting medicine.
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liquid
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a substance such as water that flows freely, unlike a gas or a solid

Ex: When the ice melted, it turned back into liquid water, filling the glass to the brim.
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cold
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The ice cubes made the drink refreshingly cold.
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heater consisting of electrical heating elements contained in a flexible pad

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cream
[noun]

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

Ex: She always carries a small jar of cream in her bag for emergencies .
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dentist
[noun]

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: The dentist took an X-ray of my teeth to check for any underlying issues .
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doctor
[noun]

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: We have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow morning for a check-up .
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vitamin C
[noun]

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

Ex: The scientist studied the characteristic antioxidant properties of vitamin C in protecting cells from damage.
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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: I appreciate your advice on how to approach the interview confidently .
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stressed
[Adjective]

feeling so anxious that makes one unable to relax

Ex: They all looked stressed as they prepared for the big presentation .
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to focus one's all attention on something specific

Ex: We need to concentrate if we want to finish this project on time and with accuracy .
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sick
[Adjective]

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

Ex: She was so sick, she missed the trip .
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exam
[noun]

a way of testing how much someone knows about a subject

Ex: The students received their exam results and were happy to see their improvements .
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half
[noun]

either one of two equal parts of a thing

Ex: Please take this half and give the other to your brother .
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to learn
[Verb]

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

Ex: We need to learn how to manage our time better .
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to forget
[Verb]

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

Ex: He will never forget the kindness you showed him .
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nervous
[Adjective]

worried and anxious about something or slightly afraid of it

Ex: He felt nervous before his big presentation at work .
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foreigner
[noun]

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

Ex: Being a foreigner in a new country can be both exciting and challenging .
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hungry
[Adjective]

needing or wanting something to eat

Ex: The long hike left them feeling tired and hungry.
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