Insight - Elementary - Unit 3 - 3A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - 3A in the Insight Elementary coursebook, such as "garden", "under", "armchair", etc.

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Insight - Elementary
outside [adverb]

in an open area surrounding a building

Ex: The event took place outside on the spacious grounds .
home [noun]

the place that we live in, usually with our family

Ex: He missed his home while traveling and could n't wait to be back .
bathroom [noun]

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: He cleans the bathroom regularly to keep it hygienic and tidy .
bedroom [noun]

a room we use for sleeping

Ex: My siblings and I share a single bedroom in our house .
garden [noun]

the land that is joined to our house and we can grow plants there

Ex: We decorate the garden with colorful lights during the holiday season .
hall [noun]

a passage that is inside a house or building with rooms on both side

Ex: The children were playing in the hall , running from one room to another .
kitchen [noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: She stored canned goods and snacks in the kitchen pantry .

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: The living room had a comfortable sofa where she took afternoon naps .
table [noun]

furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on

Ex:
cooker [noun]

an appliance shaped like a box that is used for heating or cooking food by putting food on top or inside the appliance

Ex: He forgot to turn off the cooker after making breakfast .
ceiling [noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: He noticed a water stain on the ceiling and called a professional to fix the leak .
floor [noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: She accidentally dropped a plate , and it shattered into pieces on the floor .
cupboard [noun]

a piece of furniture with shelves and doors, usually built into a wall, designed for storing things like foods, dishes, etc.

Ex: He opened the cupboard to grab some snacks for the movie night .
window [noun]

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

Ex: She opened the window to let in some fresh air .
wall [noun]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Ex: He stands on a ladder to reach the top of the wall for painting .
armchair [noun]

a chair with side supports for the arms and a comfortable backrest, often used for relaxation or reading

Ex: He sat in the armchair by the fire , reading a book .

a small table or cabinet placed next to a bed, typically used to hold items such as a lamp, alarm clock, or personal belongings

Ex: He placed his phone on the bedside table before turning in for the night .
bidet [noun]

a low, basin-like fixture located close to the toilet that is used to clean the anal or genital area by spraying water onto it

Ex: Some bidets come with features like warm water and air drying .
carpet [noun]

a thick piece of woven cloth, used as a floor covering

Ex: My grandmother got angry when I accidentally spilled juice on the carpet .
curtain [noun]

a hanging piece of cloth or other materials that covers a window, opening, etc.

Ex:
cushion [noun]

a bag made of cloth that is filled with soft material, used for leaning or sitting on

Ex: They added cushions to the outdoor furniture to make it more comfortable for lounging .

an electric machine that is used to clean dishes, spoons, cups, etc.

Ex: The dishwasher is energy-efficient , saving water and electricity .

a space or place in a wall for building a fire in

Ex: The ornate fireplace in the mansion 's drawing room featured intricate carvings and a marble mantlepiece .
freezer [noun]

an electrical container that can store food for a long time at a temperature that is very low

Ex: He bought a chest freezer for additional storage .

the main entrance to a person's house

Ex: The family gathered on the porch swing near the front door , enjoying the cool breeze on a summer evening .
lamp [noun]

an object that can give light by using electricity or burning gas or oil

Ex: He replaced the old bulb in the lamp with a brighter one .
mirror [noun]

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

Ex: The bathroom mirror was foggy from the steam of the hot shower .
rug [noun]

something we use to cover or decorate a part of the floor that is usually made of thick materials or animal skin

Ex: The rug in front of the fireplace provides a comfortable spot to sit .
shelf [noun]

a flat, narrow board made of wood, metal, etc. attached to a wall, to put items on

Ex:
sink [noun]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

Ex: The bathroom sink had a leak , so they called a plumber to fix it .
shutter [noun]

a movable blind used to cover a window, typically made of wood, metal, or plastic, and often used for privacy, light control, or decoration

Ex: He opened the shutters to let in the morning light .
stair [noun]

a series of steps connecting two floors of a building, particularly built inside a building

Ex: She sat on the bottom stair to tie her shoelaces .
wardrobe [noun]

a piece of furniture that is large and is used for hanging and storing clothes

Ex: He opened the wardrobe to find a jacket for the evening .

a container that a person can use to wash their hands and face, usually found in a bathroom, which has a faucet to turn on the water and a drain to let the water out

Ex: The plumber fixed the leak under the washbasin .

an electric machine used for washing clothes

Ex: She put her dirty clothes in the washing machine and added detergent .
under [preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: The children played happily under the sun .
in front of [preposition]

in a position at the front part of someone or something else or further forward than someone or something

Ex: He always feels nervous speaking in front of a large audience , but he knows it ’s important for his career .
behind [preposition]

at the rear or back side of an object or area

Ex: They were whispering about something important behind the wall .
between [preposition]

in, into, or at the space that is separating two things, places, or people

Ex: The restaurant is situated between the movie theater and the bookstore .
next to [preposition]

in a position very close to someone or something

Ex: The school playground is right next to the sports field .
on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: He placed the keys on the counter .
opposite [preposition]

on the opposing side of a particular area from someone or something, often facing them

Ex: The restaurant is opposite the park , with a great view of the fountain .
near [preposition]

at a short distance away from someone or something

Ex: Their house is situated near the bustling city center .
in [preposition]

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

Ex:
inside [adverb]

in or into a room, building, etc.

Ex:

an electrical equipment used to keep food and drinks cool and fresh

Ex: My mom keeps fruits and vegetables fresh in the refrigerator .