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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 10 - 10A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - 10A in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "velvet", "sell out", "trousers", etc.

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

to get something in exchange for paying money

Ex: I need to buy groceries for dinner tonight. 
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to sell
to sell
[Verb]

to give something to someone in exchange for money

Ex: Are you planning to sell your house in the near future? 
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clothes
clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: He always wears comfortable clothes when he goes for a run. 
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to look around

to turn your head to see the surroundings

Ex: I looked around the garden, admiring the beautiful flowers. 
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to sell out

(of an event) to completely sell all available tickets, seats, leaving none remaining for further purchase

Ex: The theater production sold out within minutes of the tickets going on sale. 
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to put on
to put on
[Verb]

to place or wear something on the body, including clothes, accessories, etc.

Ex: I always put on my helmet before riding my bike. 
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to pick up

to purchase something

Ex: She picked up a few books from the sale. 
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to try on
to try on
[Verb]

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

Ex: Can I try these sunglasses on to see how they look on me? 
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to take off

to remove a piece of clothing or accessory from your or another's body

Ex: After a long day at work, I like to take off my high heels. 
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to hang up

to place a thing, typically an item of clothing, on a hanger, hook, etc.

Ex: After ironing the shirt, she hung it up in the closet. 
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cotton
cotton
[noun]

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

Ex: Cotton fabric is a staple in my wardrobe because of its breathability and comfort, especially during hot summer days. 
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T-shirt
T-shirt
[noun]

a casual short-sleeved shirt with no collar, usually made of cotton

Ex: I spilled ketchup on my T-shirt while eating lunch. 
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denim
denim
[noun]

strong cotton cloth that is usually blue in color, particularly used in making jeans

Ex: She wore her favorite denim jeans, which had a perfectly worn-in feel and fit. 
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jean
jean
[noun]

a type of cotton fabric with a rough surface that is commonly used to make clothing such as jeans, jackets, and skirts

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fur coat
fur coat
[noun]

a type of outerwear made from animal pelts, designed for warmth and insulation in cold weather

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lace blouse

a type of blouse made with delicate lace fabric, often featuring intricate patterns and designs

Ex: She wore a white lace blouse to the party. 
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leather jacket

a short coat that is often made of the skin of an animal and is worn on top of another clothing item

Ex: He bought a black leather jacket for winter. 
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linen
linen
[noun]

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

Ex: She dressed in a simple linen dress, enjoying the breathability and comfort of the fabric on the hot summer day. 
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trousers
trousers
[noun]

a piece of clothing that covers the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate part for each leg

Ex: She bought a new pair of trousers to wear to the office that matched her blazer perfectly. 
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nylon stocking

a type of long, thin socks made from a synthetic material called nylon

Ex: She wore a pair of black nylon stockings with her dress. 
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silk
silk
[noun]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

Ex: She draped a silk scarf around her neck, enjoying the cool, smooth texture against her skin. 
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scarf
scarf
[noun]

a piece of cloth, often worn around the neck or head, which can be shaped in a square, rectangular, or triangular form

Ex: She wrapped a cozy scarf around her neck to shield herself from the biting winter wind. 
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velvet
velvet
[Adjective]

having a surface that is exceptionally smooth, soft, or rich in texture, sound, or taste

Ex: His voice had a velvet quality that was soothing. 
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dress
dress
[noun]

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

Ex: He asked her wife to wear a formal dress to the event. 
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wool
wool
[noun]

a warm and soft material that comes from the fur of sheep or lamb, which is commonly used to make clothing such as sweaters, coats, and hats

Ex: The wool scarf kept him warm during the chilly winter months. 
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jumper
jumper
[noun]

a dress with no sleeves or collar that is worn over other garments

Ex: She wore a denim jumper over a striped long-sleeve shirt for a casual look. 
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