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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
detached house

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

Ex: They moved into a spacious detached house in the countryside.Ā 
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studio
studio
[noun]

a tiny apartment that has only one main room

Ex: The cozy studio featured large windows that flooded the space with natural light, making it feel larger and more inviting.Ā 
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terraced house

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 bought a terraced house in the city center to be closer to work.Ā 
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villa
villa
[noun]

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

Ex: They spent their summer vacation in a beautiful villa overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by lush gardens.Ā 
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windmill
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 old windmill was restored as a historical site.Ā 
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attic
attic
[noun]

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

Ex: She converted the attic into a cozy home office with skylights and built-in shelves.Ā 
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bathroom
bathroom
[noun]

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

Ex: He took a refreshing shower in the bathroom after a long day.Ā 
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bedroom
bedroom
[noun]

a room we use for sleeping

Ex: He kept his favorite toys on the shelves in his bedroom.Ā 
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cellar
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: They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles.Ā 
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dining room

a room that we use to eat meals in

Ex: She cleans the dining room after each meal.Ā 
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garage
garage
[noun]

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

Ex: They parked their car in the garage to protect it from the harsh winter weather.Ā 
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garden
garden
[noun]

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

Ex: I like to take walks in the garden to admire the plants and listen to the birds.Ā 
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kitchen
kitchen
[noun]

the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: My mother believes that no one should leave the kitchen after a meal until they have completely cleaned it.Ā 
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library
library
[noun]

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

Ex: His home library has floor-to-ceiling shelves filled with classic novels.Ā 
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living room

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

Ex: She gathered with her family in the living room to play board games.Ā 
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roof
roof
[noun]

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

Ex: He placed solar panels on the roof to generate electricity.Ā 
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shower room

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

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window
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: The gentle breeze flowed through the open window, bringing the scent of blooming flowers.Ā 
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air conditioning

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

Ex: The A/C kept the house cool during the scorching summer heat.Ā 
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central heating

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating system kicked in as soon as the temperature dropped outside.Ā 
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patio
patio
[noun]

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

Ex: They enjoy dining al fresco on their patio during warm summer evenings.Ā 
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solar panel

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 house was equipped with solar panels to reduce energy costs.Ā 
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terrace
terrace
[noun]

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

Ex: They had lunch on the restaurant's terrace.Ā 
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bed
bed
[noun]

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

Ex: I have a bedside table next to my bed for my books and glasses.Ā 
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bookshelf
bookshelf
[noun]

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

Ex: She organized her collection of novels neatly on the bookshelf in the living room.Ā 
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chair
chair
[noun]

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

Ex: I placed my bag on the empty chair next to me.Ā 
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coffee table

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

Ex: She placed a stack of magazines on the coffee table for guests to read.Ā 
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cupboard
cupboard
[noun]

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

Ex: She found the cereal in the kitchen cupboard, right above the stove.Ā 
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desk
desk
[noun]

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

Ex: I have a picture frame with a family photo on my desk.Ā 
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sofa
sofa
[noun]

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

Ex: I spilled some coffee on the sofa, so I quickly cleaned it up.Ā 
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CD player
CD player
[noun]

an electronic device that is designed to playback audio CDs

Ex: He bought a portable CD player to listen to his favorite albums.Ā 
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cooker
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: She placed the pot on the cooker to heat up the soup.Ā 
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dishwasher

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

Ex: He pressed the "start" button on the dishwasher and walked away.Ā 
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