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airport
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gallery
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market
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museum
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palace
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theater
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beach
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lake
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mountain
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national park
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river
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sea
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fantastic
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great
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nice
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OK
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awful
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terrible
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extra
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blanket
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double bed
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kettle
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shower
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television
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used to express an unspecified amount or number of something

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I need to buy some groceries.
There are some cookies in the jar.
a lot of
determiner
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/ɐ lˈɑːt ʌv/

people or things in large numbers or amounts

any
determiner
a
ɛ
n
n
y
i

one or some of a thing or number of things, however large or small

in
in
preposition
i
ɪ
n
n

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

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Preposition of Place
under
under
preposition
uk flag
/ˈʌndɚ/

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

opposite
preposition
o
ɑ
pp
p
o
ə
s
z
i
ə
t
t
e

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

on
on
preposition
o
ɑ:
n
n

in contact with and upheld by a surface

in front of
in front of
preposition
uk flag
/ɪn fɹˈʌnt ʌv/

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

next to
next to
preposition
uk flag
/nɛkst tuː/

in a position very close to someone or something

near
near
Adjective
n
n
ea
ɪ
r
r

not far from a place

far
airport
airport
noun
ai
ɛ
r
r
p
p
o
ɔ:
r
r
t
t

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

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gallery
gallery
noun
g
g
a
æ
ll
l
e
ɜ
r
r
y
i

a place in which works of art are shown or sold to the public

What is a "gallery"?

A gallery is a space where artworks are shown for people to view and often purchase. Galleries can be independent or part of institutions like museums or universities. They can also be different in size and may focus on different types of art, specific artists, historical periods, or art forms. Galleries provide a space for artists to present their work to the public, buyers, collectors, and critics. Additionally, they often organize exhibitions, events, and sales.

market
market
noun
m
m
a
ɑ
r
r
k
k
e
ɪ
t
t

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

museum
museum
noun
m
m
u
ju
s
z
eu
i:ə
m
m

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

palace
palace
noun
p
p
a
æ
l
l
a
ə
c
s
e

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

What is a "palace"?

A palace is a large and grand building, often associated with royalty or high-ranking officials. It is typically designed with impressive architecture, luxurious interiors, and expansive grounds. Palaces are often used as residences for kings, queens, or emperors and may feature rich rooms like throne halls, ballrooms, and grand dining areas. They are often located in significant or historical areas and may be open to the public as tourist attractions. Palaces are symbols of power, wealth, and status, and they are designed to showcase grandeur and luxury.

theater
theater
noun
th
θ
ea
i:ə
t
t
e
ə
r
r

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

beach
beach
noun
b
b
ea
i:
ch
ʧ

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

lake
lake
noun
l
l
a
k
k
e

a large area of water, surrounded by land

mountain
mountain
noun
m
m
o
a
u
ʊ
n
n
t
t
a
i
n
n

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

national park
national park
noun
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/ˈnæʃənəl ˌpɑrk/

an area under the protection of a government, where people can visit, for its wildlife, beauty, or historical sights

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compound noun
river
river
noun
r
r
i
ɪ
v
v
e
ə
r
r

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

sea
sea
noun
s
s
ea
i:

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

fantastic
fantastic
Adjective
f
f
a
æ
n
n
t
t
a
æ
s
s
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k

extremely amazing and great

great
great
Adverb
g
g
r
r
ea
t
t

in a notably positive or exceptional manner

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adverb of manner
nice
nice
Adjective
n
n
i
c
s
e

providing pleasure and enjoyment

nasty
OK
OK
Adjective
uk flag
/ˌoʊkˈeɪ/

having an acceptable or desirable quality or level

awful
awful
Adjective
a
ɔ
w
f
f
u
ə
l
l

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

terrible
terrible
Adjective
t
t
e
ɛ
rr
r
i
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e

extremely bad or unpleasant

extra
extra
Adjective
e
ɛ
x
ks
t
t
r
r
a
ə

more than enough or the amount needed

blanket
blanket
noun
b
b
l
l
a
æ
n
n
k
k
e
ə
t
t

a large piece of fabric made of wool, cotton, or other materials that is used to keep warm or to provide comfort, used on beds, sofas, chairs, etc.

double bed
double bed
noun
uk flag
/dˈʌbəl bˈɛd/

a bed that is big enough for two people to sleep in

What is a "double bed"?

A double bed is a standard bed size that measures 54 inches wide by 75 inches long, or 137 cm wide by 191 cm long. It provides enough space for two people to sleep comfortably, though it offers less room than a queen-size bed. Double beds are often used in smaller bedrooms or guest rooms. They come in various styles and materials, providing versatility to fit different bedroom designs. The double bed is a popular choice for couples or single sleepers who prefer a bit of extra room.

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compound noun
kettle
kettle
noun
k
k
e
ɛ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e

a container with a handle, lid, and spout that is used for boiling water

What is a "kettle"?

A kettle is a container used to heat water, typically for making tea, coffee, or other hot drinks. It usually has a handle for easy lifting, a spout for pouring, and a lid to prevent water from splashing out. Kettles can be made from various materials, such as stainless steel, glass, or plastic. Electric kettles have a built-in heating element and boil water quickly, while stovetop kettles are placed on a burner to heat the water. Kettles are common in kitchens for their convenience in quickly boiling water.

shower
shower
noun
sh
ʃ
o
a
w
ʊ
e
ə
r
r

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

What is a "shower"?

A shower is a plumbing fixture used for washing the body with a spray of water. It typically consists of a showerhead, a faucet or controls for adjusting water temperature and pressure, and a drain to remove used water. Showers are often built into bathrooms, with walls or curtains to contain the water. The water flows from the showerhead, either directly from a pipe or from a water heater, and is directed onto the person standing underneath. Showers are a common and convenient way to clean oneself, providing a quick and efficient alternative to baths.

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television
television
noun
t
t
e
ɛ
l
l
e
ə
v
v
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

What is a "television"?

A television (TV) is a device used to receive and display broadcasted or streamed video and audio content. It allows viewers to watch shows, movies, news, and other programming on a screen. Televisions come in various sizes and types, including traditional cathode ray tube (CRT) models, flat-panel LCD and LED screens, and advanced 4K and OLED displays. Modern televisions often include features such as internet connectivity for streaming services, smart TV capabilities for accessing apps, and high-definition resolution for clearer, more detailed images.

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towel
towel
noun
t
t
o
a
w
ʊ
e
ə
l
l

a piece of cloth or paper that you use for drying your body or things such as dishes

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refrigerator
refrigerator
noun
r
r
e
ɪ
f
f
r
r
i
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
ə
r
r
a
t
t
o
ə
r
r

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

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