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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 4 - 4A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - 4A in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "mansion", "helpful", "dishwasher", etc.

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a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The old central heating pipes started to make clanking noises as they warmed up .
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a device that plays content such as movies or shows from flat discs called DVDs on your TV or other display

Ex: We'll need an HDMI cable to connect the DVD player to the TV.
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microwave
[noun]

a kitchen appliance that uses electricity to quickly heat or cook food

Ex: The kitchen is equipped with a new microwave that has multiple settings for cooking and reheating food .
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radio
[noun]

a device that is used for listening to programs that are broadcast

Ex: We enjoy listening to the radio during our road trips .
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oven
[noun]

a box-shaped piece of equipment with a front door that is usually part of a stove, used for baking, cooking, or heating food

Ex: They roasted a whole chicken in the oven for Sunday dinner .
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computer
[noun]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

Ex: The computer has a large storage capacity for files .
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an electric machine used for washing clothes

Ex: The washing machine's spin cycle helps remove excess water from the clothes .
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Hoover
[noun]

a brand name of a type of electric household appliance that cleans floors and carpets by sucking up dirt

Ex: He repaired the Hoover instead of buying a new one.
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an electric machine that is used to clean dishes, spoons, cups, etc.

Ex: The new dishwasher has a quick wash cycle for small loads .
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phone
[noun]

an electronic device used to talk to a person who is at a different location

Ex: Before the advent of smartphones , landline phones were more common .
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an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Ex: She turned the television on to catch the news .
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fortunate
[Adjective]

experiencing good luck or favorable circumstances

Ex: They considered themselves fortunate for having such a generous and understanding boss .
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unfortunate
[Adjective]

experiencing something bad due to bad luck

Ex: Unfortunate accidents can happen at any time , which is why it 's important to always prioritize safety .
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lucky
[Adjective]

having or bringing good luck

Ex: You 're lucky to have such a caring family .
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fortunately
[Adverb]

used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

Ex: He misplaced his keys , but fortunately, he had a spare set stored in a secure location .
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used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

Ex: Unfortunately, the company had to downsize , resulting in the layoff of several employees .
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luckily
[Adverb]

used to express that a positive outcome or situation occurred by chance

Ex: She misplaced her phone , but luckily, she retraced her steps and found it in the car .
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quick
[Adjective]

taking a short time to move, happen, or be done

Ex: The quick fox darted across the field , disappearing into the forest .
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quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: The river flowed quickly after heavy rainfall .
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easy
[Adjective]

needing little skill or effort to do or understand

Ex: The math problem was easy to solve ; it only required basic addition .
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easily
[Adverb]

in a way that something is done without much trouble or exertion

Ex: The team won the match easily.
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surprising
[Adjective]

causing a feeling of shock, disbelief, or wonder

Ex: The surprising kindness of strangers made her day .
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unsurprising
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not causing surprise or unexpectedness, usually because it was already known or predicted

Ex: Her unsurprising reaction showed that she had anticipated what was coming .
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helpful
[Adjective]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

Ex: A helpful tip can save time and effort during a project .
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surprisingly
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in a way that is unexpected and causes amazement

Ex: She answered the question surprisingly well , demonstrating unexpected knowledge .
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in a way that is not surprising or unexpected

Ex: Unsurprisingly, the well-known author 's latest book quickly climbed the bestseller list .
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unhelpful
[Adjective]

not providing any assistance in making a situation better or easier

Ex: The unhelpful advice from friends only confused her more about which decision to make .
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helpfully
[Adverb]

in a way that shows willingness or readiness to assist someone

Ex: They helpfully offered suggestions for improving my resume .
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necessary
[Adjective]

needed to be done for a particular reason or purpose

Ex: Having the right tools is necessary to complete the project efficiently .
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unnecessary
[Adjective]

not needed at all or more than what is required

Ex: Using overly complicated language in the presentation was unnecessary; the audience would have understood simpler terms .
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necessarily
[Adverb]

in a way that cannot be avoided

Ex: Learning a new skill necessarily takes time .
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without a valid reason or purpose

Ex: The project timeline was extended unnecessarily due to delays that could have been avoided with better planning .
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modern-day
[Adjective]

of or belonging to the present time

Ex: The film portrays a modern-day version of the classic tale .
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a type of residential house that is joined to another house by a shared wall

Ex: The garden in the semi-detached house was separated by a low hedge from the neighbor 's yard .
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laborsaving
[Adjective]

designed to make a task or activity require less physical or mental effort, often by using technology or automation

Ex: The labor-saving device allowed them to complete the gardening work in half the usual time.
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storey
[noun]

a level of a building, usually above ground, where people live or work

Ex: The second storey provides a beautiful view of the garden .
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old-fashioned
[Adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: Despite having GPS on his phone , John sticks to his old-fashioned paper maps when planning road trips .
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full-time
[Adjective]

done for the usual hours in a working day or week

Ex: She recently started a full-time job at the bank.
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open-plan
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(of buildings or rooms) having few or no internal walls, creating a large, open space

Ex: The open-plan design of the restaurant allows diners to see into the kitchen while they eat .
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house
[noun]

a building where people live, especially as a family

Ex: The modern house featured large windows , allowing ample natural light to fill every room .
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home
[noun]

the place that we live in, usually with our family

Ex: He enjoys the peaceful atmosphere of his home.
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block
[noun]

a large building that is divided into separate units for housing

Ex: Each block has its own community garden and recreational area .
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flat
[noun]

a place with a few rooms in which people live, normally part of a building with other such places on each floor

Ex: The real estate agent showed them several flats, each with unique features and layouts .
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bungalow
[noun]

a one-story construction without stairs, usually with a low roof

Ex: The bungalow featured a beautifully landscaped garden with a variety of tropical plants and flowers .
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caravan
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a vehicle that is pulled by a car, in which people can sleep and live, used particularly for traveling and camping

Ex: They rented a spacious caravan for their road trip through Europe .
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a single-family house that is not connected to any other house, usually with its own yard or garden

Ex: She loved the idea of having a detached house with a private backyard .
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mansion
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a very large and impressive house

Ex: He always dreamed of owning a mansion with a grand staircase and a library .
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a type of residential house that is joined to another house by a shared wall

Ex: The garden in the semi-detached house was separated by a low hedge from the neighbor 's yard .
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tent
[noun]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

Ex: We slept in a tent during our camping trip .
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a type of residential house that is attached to one or more other houses in a row, with shared walls and a similar architectural design

Ex: They decided to convert the attic of their terraced house into an extra bedroom .
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castle
[noun]

a large and strong building that is protected against attacks, in which the royal family lives

Ex: He dreamed of living in a fairytale castle overlooking the sea .
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cottage
[noun]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

Ex: They dreamed of retiring to a little cottage in the English countryside .
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an electrical equipment used to keep food and drinks cool and fresh

Ex: The fridge has a freezer section for storing frozen foods.
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