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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "journey", "crossword", "support", etc.

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Insight - Pre-Intermediate
to make
to make
[Verb]

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

Ex: The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair. 
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mistake
mistake
[noun]

an act or opinion that is wrong

Ex: Recognizing and admitting your mistakes is the first step toward personal growth. 
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phone call

the act of speaking to someone or trying to reach them on the phone

Ex: I received a phone call from my friend just as I was about to leave the house. 
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journey
journey
[noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures. 
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excuse
excuse
[noun]

a reason given to explain one's careless, offensive, or wrong behavior or action

Ex: He made an excuse for being late to the meeting, claiming that traffic was heavy. 
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mess
mess
[noun]

a situation with many problems or difficulties, caused particularly by someone who is careless

Ex: The project's budget overrun created a financial mess that took months to sort out. 
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to do
to do
[Verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: What are you doing tomorrow? 
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homework
homework
[noun]

schoolwork that students have to do at home

Ex: I always double-check my homework to ensure it is accurate. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition. 
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to [do] {sb} a (favor|solid)

to perform a helpful or kind act for someone, typically without expecting something in return

Ex: She was willing to do her friend a favor by lending a hand with moving. 
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crossword
crossword
[noun]

a puzzle game in which one writes the answers to the clues in numbered boxes

Ex: I spent the morning working on a crossword puzzle while enjoying my coffee. 
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hair
hair
[noun]

the thin thread-like things that grow on our head

Ex: He carefully combed his hair before going out. 
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choice
choice
[noun]

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

Ex: The menu offered a wide choice of dishes. 
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: David and Samantha became friends after meeting at a book club and discovered their shared passion for literature. 
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housework
housework
[noun]

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

Ex: She spent the afternoon doing housework, including dusting, vacuuming, and doing laundry. 
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meal
meal
[noun]

the food that we eat regularly during different times of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Ex: I cooked a delicious meal of grilled chicken with roasted vegetables. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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to [do] {one's}  best

to try to do something as well as one is capable of

Ex: I know the test is hard, but just do your best. 
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to [do] {sb/sth} (any|some|) good

to benefit one or improve one's situation in a variety of ways

Ex: A little rest will do you good. 
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to [make] (a|the) difference

to have a very strong and noticeable effect on someone or something

Ex: Volunteering at the local shelter can make a difference in the lives of homeless individuals by providing them with food and shelter. 
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free time
free time
[noun]

a period when no work or essential tasks need to be done, allowing for activities of personal choice

Ex: She enjoys reading novels in her free time. 
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activity
activity
[noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions. 
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. 
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cake
cake
[noun]

a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

Ex: He baked a gluten-free almond cake for his friend with dietary restrictions. 
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to check out

to closely examine to see if someone is suitable or something is true

Ex: The detective will check out the alibi to verify its legitimacy. 
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brand
brand
[noun]

the name that a particular product or service is identified with

Ex: Apple is known for its innovative products and strong brand identity worldwide. 
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to make
to make
[Verb]

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

Ex: The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair. 
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to do
to do
[Verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: What are you doing tomorrow? 
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water sport

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

Ex: She enjoys trying different water sports, like kayaking and paddleboarding. 
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to learn
to learn
[Verb]

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

Ex: He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action 
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language
language
[noun]

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

Ex: He wants to become bilingual and speak multiple languages fluently. 
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to read
to read
[Verb]

to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

Ex: I can read this book easily. 
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novel
novel
[noun]

a long written story that usually involves imaginary characters and places

Ex: She's reading a novel about a detective solving mysteries in a small town. 
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to organize

to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

Ex: I organize the annual charity event for our community. 
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party
party
[noun]

an event where people get together and enjoy themselves by talking, dancing, eating, drinking, etc.

Ex: Everyone brought a dish to the potluck party. 
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to hang out

to spend much time in a specific place or with someone particular

Ex: We're going to hang out at the park this afternoon. 
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: David and Samantha became friends after meeting at a book club and discovered their shared passion for literature. 
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to play
to play
[Verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: A group of kids were playing tag in the park. 
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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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video game

a digital game that we play on a computer, game console, or mobile device

Ex: I enjoy playing video games with my friends online. 
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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset. 
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DVD
DVD
[noun]

a type of disc used to store a lot of files, games, music, videos, etc.

Ex: He collects classic movies on DVD to build his film library. 
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to support

to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: Friends and family members often support each other during challenging times. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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to use
to use
[Verb]

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

Ex: He is using his phone to take a picture. 
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social networking

using websites and apps to interact and build social relationships

Ex: Social networking has become an essential tool for businesses to engage with their customers. 
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site
site
[noun]

a set of related pages on the Internet located under a single domain name

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jewelry
jewelry
[noun]

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

Ex: He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday. 
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