Total English - Pre-intermediate - Unit 4 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Reference in the Total English Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "control", "fear", "mental", etc.

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Total English - Pre-intermediate

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

Ex: The professor challenges his students with thought-provoking assignments .
goal [noun]

our purpose or desired result

Ex: The team 's primary goal is to win the championship this season .

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

Ex: As a parent , it 's important to guide and control your child 's behavior .
fear [noun]

a bad feeling that we get when we are afraid or worried

Ex: The fear of failure held him back from pursuing his dreams .
physical [adjective]

related to the body rather than the mind

Ex: She enjoys participating in physical activities like swimming and hiking .
mental [adjective]

happening or related to someone's mind, involving thoughts, feelings, and cognitive processes

Ex: He keeps a mental list of all the tasks he needs to complete .
strength [noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The team 's unity and determination were their greatest strengths in winning the championship .

to have faith in someone or something

Ex: When going on a long journey , it 's essential to rely on a well-maintained vehicle .
to build [verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: These cottages are built with timber and thatch .
shelter [noun]

a structure offering protection and privacy from danger

Ex: Soldiers constructed a temporary shelter for the night .

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

Ex: Despite facing numerous challenges , the athlete 's determination and training allowed him to achieve victory in the championship .
to cope [verb]

to handle a difficult situation and deal with it successfully

Ex: Employees cope with changes in the workplace by adapting to new procedures and technologies .
to push [verb]

to force someone to do something, particularly against their will

Ex: Despite her reservations , the manager pushed the team to work overtime to meet an ambitious deadline .
survival [noun]

the state in which a person manages to stay alive or strong despite dangers or difficulties

Ex: Survival in the wilderness requires knowledge of basic shelter and food sources .

an area of land that has remained largely undisturbed by humans and their modern development

Ex: She enjoys hiking through the wilderness .
brave [adjective]

having no fear when doing dangerous or painful things

Ex: Despite the stormy weather , the brave sailor set out to rescue the stranded boaters .
confident [adjective]

having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities

Ex: She 's a confident speaker , never nervous in front of a crowd .
determined [adjective]

having or displaying a strong will to achieve a goal despite the challenges or obstacles

Ex: The team was determined to win the championship , training rigorously .
fit [adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: My grandfather is in his 70s , but he 's still very fit and active .
funny [adjective]

able to make people laugh

Ex: I read a funny comic strip in the newspaper this morning .
generous [adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: The host was incredibly generous , offering us plenty of food and drinks .
intelligent [adjective]

good at learning things, understanding ideas, and thinking clearly

Ex: My sister is incredibly intelligent ; she can solve complex math problems easily .
motivated [adjective]

having a strong desire or ambition to achieve a goal or accomplish a task

Ex: The team was highly motivated to win the championship , practicing tirelessly .
reliable [adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: Despite challenges , the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations .
talented [adjective]

possessing a natural skill or ability for something

Ex: The team has several talented players this season .
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 .
match [noun]

a small stick with a tip that catches fire when rubbed on a rough surface

Ex: Be careful not to drop a lit match near dry leaves .
candle [noun]

a block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

Ex: The flickering candle cast dancing shadows on the wall as they enjoyed a romantic dinner .

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: For Valentine 's Day , he gifted her a box of assorted chocolates .

a set of tools and medical supplies, usually carried in a bag or case, used in case of emergency or injury

Ex: They opened the first-aid kit to tend to the injured player on the field .
mirror [noun]

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

Ex: The bathroom mirror was foggy from the steam of the hot shower .
penknife [noun]

a small, foldable knife designed for general use, often carried in a pocket

Ex: The old penknife had a wooden handle .
radio [noun]

a device that is used for listening to programs that are broadcast

Ex: They are dancing to the music on the radio .
scissors [noun]

a tool used to cut paper, cloth, etc. with two handles and two sharp edges, joined in the middle

Ex:
tent [noun]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

Ex: Make sure the tent is securely anchored so it does n't blow away .
torch [noun]

a handheld portable light source that uses a flame to lighten a place

Ex: The ancient ruins were illuminated by a burning torch .
umbrella [noun]

an object with a circular folding frame covered in cloth, used as protection against rain or sun

Ex: Sarah used her colorful umbrella to shield herself from the sun .