Total English - Starter - Unit 4 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Reference in the Total English Starter coursebook, such as "lake", "fantastic", "gallery", etc.

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Total English - Starter
some [determiner]

used to express an unspecified amount or number of something

Ex: We planted some flowers in the garden .
a lot of [determiner]

people or things in large numbers or amounts

Ex: There were a lot of people at the concert last night .
any [determiner]

used to say that it does not matter which individual or amount from a group is chosen or referred to

Ex: Any student can participate , regardless of grade level .
in [preposition]

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

Ex:
under [preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: The children played happily under the sun .
opposite [preposition]

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

Ex: The restaurant is opposite the park , with a great view of the fountain .
on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: He placed the keys on the counter .
in front of [preposition]

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

Ex: He always feels nervous speaking in front of a large audience , but he knows it ’s important for his career .
next to [preposition]

in a position very close to someone or something

Ex: The school playground is right next to the sports field .
near [adjective]

not far from a place

Ex: The near side of the riverbank offers a beautiful view of the sunset .
airport [noun]

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

Ex: We had to show our passports and boarding passes at the airport immigration checkpoint .
gallery [noun]

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

Ex: The gallery 's latest installation focuses on contemporary issues , using art as a medium for social commentary .
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 .
museum [noun]

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

Ex: I visited the museum to learn about ancient civilizations .
palace [noun]

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

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations , its ruins offering glimpses into history .
theater [noun]

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

Ex: The theater downtown is putting on a Shakespeare production .
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 .
lake [noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

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

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

Ex: The mountain provided a natural barrier between the two valleys .

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

Ex: National parks are home to diverse wildlife and ecosystems .
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 .
sea [noun]

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

Ex: The sea was calm , and the waves gently lapped against the shore .
fantastic [adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was fantastic .
great [adverb]

in a notably positive or exceptional manner

Ex: The new policy worked great , leading to improved efficiency in the workplace .
nice [adjective]

providing pleasure and enjoyment

Ex: They moved into a nice house with modern appliances .
OK [adjective]

having an acceptable or desirable quality or level

Ex: Is it OK if I borrow your car for the weekend ?
awful [adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: The movie was awful , so we left the theater early .
terrible [adjective]

extremely bad or unpleasant

Ex: She had a terrible headache that made it difficult to concentrate .
extra [adjective]

more than enough or the amount needed

Ex: He brought extra cash to cover any unplanned expenses .
blanket [noun]

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.

Ex: He pulled the heavy blanket over himself as he settled into the cozy armchair with a good book .

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

Ex: After moving into the new apartment , she realized the double bed fit perfectly in her small bedroom .
kettle [noun]

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

Ex: He poured hot water from the kettle into his tea cup .
shower [noun]

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

Ex:

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

Ex: The television was turned off during dinner .
towel [noun]

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

Ex: I usually use a microfiber towel for cleaning glass surfaces .

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

Ex: My mom keeps fruits and vegetables fresh in the refrigerator .