Insight - Elementary - Unit 10 - 10A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - 10A in the Insight Elementary coursebook, such as "holiday", "lake", "sightseeing", etc.

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Insight - Elementary
holiday [noun]

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

Ex: Many families plan a holiday at the beach during school breaks .
place [noun]

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

Ex: I 'm looking for a quiet place to study .
beach [noun]

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

Ex: The beach is a great place to relax and unwind during vacation .

a small hotel or guesthouse that provides the residents with a resting place and breakfast

Ex: She preferred the charm of a bed and breakfast over a large hotel .
camper [noun]

someone who spends a vacation living in a tent, etc.

Ex: The campground was full of families and solo campers enjoying the summer weather .
van [noun]

a big vehicle without back windows, smaller than a truck, used for carrying people or things

Ex: She converted the old van into a cozy camper for her cross-country road trip .
campsite [noun]

a specific location that is intended for people to set up a tent

Ex: The campsite had a picnic table and a fire pit .
caravan [noun]

a vehicle that is pulled by a car, in which people can sleep and live, used particularly for traveling and camping

Ex: Our family enjoys camping in a caravan because it provides comfort and mobility .
coast [noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: The rocky coast was a popular spot for birdwatchers .
harbor [noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: The sailors were relieved to see the harbor after weeks at sea .
island [noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: The island had stunning sunsets that painted the sky with vibrant hues .
lake [noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: The mountain 's reflection in the lake was stunning .
river [noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: The river flowed gently , reflecting the surrounding trees .

a place where people go to ski or snowboard and can also stay, eat, and relax

temple [noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: She performed rituals at the temple during the festival of Diwali .

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 .
tower [noun]

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

Ex: The tower was built to support a large clock .
volcano [noun]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

Ex: The volcano 's eruption was one of the most destructive in history .

a high place, such as a cliff, from which a river or stream falls

Ex: She took stunning photos of the waterfall during their mountain trek .
in [preposition]

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

Ex:
on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

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

used to show a particular place or position

Ex: The concert will be held at the stadium .
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 .
world [noun]

the planet earth, where we all live

Ex: The world offers infinite possibilities for learning new things .

a country that is consisted of many islands, located in Southeast of Asia

Ex: The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta .
west [noun]

the direction toward which the sun goes down, which is on the left side of a person facing north

Ex: The west is often associated with notions of freedom and adventure .

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: They celebrated their anniversary at a fancy restaurant overlooking the city .
market [noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: She enjoyed browsing the stalls at the outdoor market , sampling cheeses and pastries .
village [noun]

a very small town located in the countryside

Ex: Life in the remote village was simple and closely connected to nature .
planet [noun]

a huge round object that moves in an orbit, around the sun, or any other star

Ex: Earth is the only planet known to support life .
type [noun]

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

Ex: In the animal kingdom , the lion belongs to the type of big cats .

a type of vacation where the main focus is on participating in various activities, such as sports, adventure, or cultural experiences

Ex: Families often choose an activity holiday for outdoor fun .
camping [noun]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: I love the peace and quiet that comes with camping .
cruise [noun]

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

Ex: The river cruise took passengers through picturesque villages and historic landmarks along the Rhine River .
day trip [noun]

a journey that is completed within a single day, without requiring an overnight stay

Ex: Last summer , we took a day trip to the city to visit museums and try out some new restaurants .
tour [noun]

a journey for pleasure, during which we visit several different places

Ex: They planned a three-day tour to explore the historical sites in Rome .

the activity of visiting interesting places in a particular location as a tourist

Ex: The city offers a wide range of sightseeing opportunities , from historic monuments to modern art galleries .

a period of time during which students do not have regular classes at school, university, or college and can focus on preparing for an upcoming exam or test

Ex: The company granted him a short study holiday for his course .

a place where children, teenagers, and sometimes adults go to stay for a short period of time during the summer, typically for outdoor activities and organized programs

Ex: He made many new friends at summer camp .

a vacation spent on a farm where visitors can participate in agricultural activities

Ex: She enjoyed feeding the animals during her farm holiday .

a type of vacation where the primary activity is walking or hiking, typically in nature

Ex: A walking holiday in New Zealand 's national parks was at the top of her travel bucket list .