Total English - Elementary - Unit 10 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - Reference in the Total English Elementary coursebook, such as "cruise", "metro", "standard", etc.

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Total English - Elementary

to regularly travel to one's place of work and home by different means

Ex: Living in the suburbs , they have to commute by car .
crowded [adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: She felt claustrophobic in the crowded elevator .
cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: The annual cycling event attracted participants from all over the country .

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

Ex: The departure of the ship from the harbor marked the beginning of their cruise vacation .

the place where someone or something is headed

Ex: Our dream destination for this year 's vacation is a secluded tropical island .
journey [noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: She documented her solo journey through Europe in a travel journal , capturing memories and experiences along the way .

a ticket that can be used for travelling to a place but cannot be used for coming back from that place

Ex: She purchased a one-way ticket for the train , not knowing when she 'd return .

a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again

Ex: The bus driver asked if she needed a single or return ticket .

someone traveling in a vehicle, aircraft, ship, etc. who is not the pilot, driver, or a crew member

Ex: The bus was crowded with passengers during the morning commute .

a type of skating using inline skates with wheels, often done for fun or sport on paved surfaces

Ex: Rollerblading requires balance and coordination .

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

Ex: The local news reported on the construction project affecting rush hour traffic patterns .
traffic [noun]

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

Ex:
bicycle [noun]

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

Ex: I love the feeling of the wind in my hair when I ride my bicycle .
bus [noun]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

Ex:
car [noun]

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

Ex: She forgot to lock her car before going into the store .
to drive [verb]

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

Ex: I like to drive along scenic routes to enjoy the countryside .
tram [noun]

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

Ex: The city 's new tram system reduced traffic congestion by providing a reliable alternative to cars and buses .
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 .

a light vehicle that has two wheels and is powered by an engine

Ex: After taking a safety course , she felt confident enough to buy her first motorbike .
to park [verb]

to move a car, bus, etc. into an empty place and leave it there for a short time

Ex: The commuters hurriedly parked their bicycles in the designated area before catching the train .
taxi [noun]

a car that has a driver whom we pay to take us to different places

Ex: I left my phone in the taxi and had to call the company to retrieve it .
to book [verb]

to reserve a specific thing such as a seat, ticket, hotel room, etc.

Ex: The concert tickets were selling out quickly , so I hurried to book mine online .
direct [adjective]

having a clear and immediate connection between two things or people, without any intermediaries

Ex: The results were a direct consequence of their actions .

the most luxurious seats on a plane, ship, or train

Ex:
standard [adjective]

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

Ex: The company 's standard warranty covers repairs for up to one year after purchase .
platform [noun]

the raised surface in a station next to a railroad track where people can get on and off a train

Ex: The announcement indicated that the train to Berlin would arrive at platform 3 .
station [noun]

a place or building where we can get on or off a train or bus

Ex:

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

Ex:
metro [noun]

an underground railway system designed for public transportation within a city

Ex: The metro is an eco-friendly alternative to driving a car in the city .
boat [noun]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: The boat slowly drifted along the river , carried by the gentle current .

to ride on water by operating a small, motorized vehicle called a jet ski

Ex:
aircraft [noun]

any flying vehicle

Ex: The military aircraft roared overhead , executing precise maneuvers during the airshow .
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 .
long-haul [adjective]

traveling over a long distance, particularly when it involves transporting passengers or goods

Ex: The shipping company specializes in long-haul transportation of goods across international borders .
flight [noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

Ex:
plane [noun]

a winged flying vehicle driven by one or more engines

Ex: The noise of the plane taking off echoed across the runway .

a public entertainment, particularly in Spain, in which someone fights a bull and usually kills it

Ex: The bull charged fiercely at the matador during the bullfight , creating a tense and dramatic atmosphere .

an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Ex: Bungee jumping is a popular extreme sport for thrill-seekers looking for a new adventure .
circus [noun]

a form of entertainment that typically involves skilled performers, animals, and various acts and attractions, often presented in a large tent or arena

to cross [verb]

to go across or to the other side of something

Ex: The students are crossing the campus to reach the library .
to fly [verb]

to move or travel through the air

Ex: I love to watch hot air balloons fly gracefully in the air .
camel [noun]

a large desert animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back

Ex: John read about camels ' ability to go long periods without water .
cruise [noun]

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

Ex: The river cruise took passengers through picturesque villages and historic landmarks along the Rhine River .
hike [noun]

a long walk often in the countryside for pleasure or as an exercise

an extremely large balloon filled with heated air, which enables it to float and travel through the sky

Ex: Hot-air balloons are popular for sightseeing and aerial photography .
to climb [verb]

to go up mountains, cliffs, or high natural places as a sport

Ex: The experienced instructor patiently taught the group how to climb safely .

a live musical performance featuring a band or artist playing rock music

Ex: He has never missed a rock concert in his city .
rowing [noun]

a sport in which a boat is propelled through water using long poles called oars

Ex:
sailing [noun]

the practice of riding a boat as a hobby

Ex: He learned the basics of sailing during his summer vacation and quickly fell in love with the sport .