Total English - Elementary - Unit 5 - Reference - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - Reference - Part 1 in the Total English Elementary coursebook, such as "attic", "library", "cellar", etc.

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Total English - Elementary

a single-family house that is not connected to any other house, usually with its own yard or garden

Ex: He preferred living in a detached house because it felt more secluded .
studio [noun]

a tiny apartment that has only one main room

Ex: The studio had large windows that let in plenty of natural light , creating a bright and airy atmosphere .

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: She decorated her terraced house with a mix of modern and vintage furniture .
villa [noun]

a country house that has a large garden, particularly the one located in southern Europe or warm regions

Ex: The villa was spacious , with several bedrooms , a private pool , and a large terrace perfect for evening dinners .
windmill [noun]

a large, tall building with long blades, called sails, that uses wind power to make flour out of grain or pump water

Ex: The windmill ’s blades turned rapidly in the strong breeze .
attic [noun]

an area or room directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage or as an additional living area

Ex: They discovered old family heirlooms stored in boxes in the attic while cleaning out the house .
bathroom [noun]

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: He cleans the bathroom regularly to keep it hygienic and tidy .
bedroom [noun]

a room we use for sleeping

Ex: My siblings and I share a single bedroom in our house .
cellar [noun]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

Ex: She found a hidden door in the kitchen that led down to the cellar .

a room that we use to eat meals in

Ex: They enjoyed breakfast in the dining room , starting the day with a tasty meal .
garage [noun]

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

Ex: He decided to convert the garage into a small workshop for his woodworking hobby .
garden [noun]

the land that is joined to our house and we can grow plants there

Ex: We decorate the garden with colorful lights during the holiday season .
kitchen [noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: She stored canned goods and snacks in the kitchen pantry .
library [noun]

a room in a private residence that is used for keeping books

Ex: They designed their library with a fireplace for winter reading sessions .

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: The living room had a comfortable sofa where she took afternoon naps .
roof [noun]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

Ex: She noticed a small bird nesting on the roof of her garage .

a designated enclosed space or smaller area within a bathroom specifically designed for showering, typically lacking a bathtub or other fixtures found in a full bathroom

window [noun]

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

Ex: She opened the window to let in some fresh air .

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

Ex:

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating kept every room of the house evenly warm .
patio [noun]

an outdoor area with paved floor belonging to a house used for sitting, relaxing or eating in

Ex: She decorated the patio with potted plants and string lights to create a cozy atmosphere .

a piece of equipment, usually placed on a roof, that absorbs the energy of sun and uses it to produce electricity or heat

Ex: The solar panel system provides enough power for the entire house .
terrace [noun]

a flat paved area, particularly one next to a building or restaurant, where people can sit, eat, relax, etc.

Ex: The café ’s terrace was crowded on a warm afternoon .
bed [noun]

furniture we use to sleep on that normally has a frame and mattress

Ex: I make my bed every morning to keep it tidy .

‌a board connected to a wall or a piece of furniture on which books are kept

Ex: The bookshelf in the study was filled with textbooks and academic journals .
chair [noun]

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

Ex: I sat on the comfortable chair while reading a book .

a low table, often placed in a living room, on which magazines, cups, etc. can be placed

Ex: He found a beautiful vintage coffee table at the flea market .
cupboard [noun]

a piece of furniture with shelves and doors, usually built into a wall, designed for storing things like foods, dishes, etc.

Ex: He opened the cupboard to grab some snacks for the movie night .
desk [noun]

furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers

Ex: The receptionist sat behind the desk , welcoming visitors .
sofa [noun]

a comfortable seat that has a back and two arms and enough space for two or multiple people to sit on

Ex: The sofa in the living room is big enough to seat three people .

an electronic device that is designed to playback audio CDs

Ex:
cooker [noun]

an appliance shaped like a box that is used for heating or cooking food by putting food on top or inside the appliance

Ex: He forgot to turn off the cooker after making breakfast .

an electric machine that is used to clean dishes, spoons, cups, etc.

Ex: The dishwasher is energy-efficient , saving water and electricity .