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Total English - Pre-intermediate - Unit 6 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - Reference in the Total English Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "cliff", "art gallery", "industrial", etc.

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Total English - Pre-intermediate
bay
bay
[noun]

a part of a shoreline that curves inward, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

Ex: San Francisco Bay is known for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge. 
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beach
beach
[noun]

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

Ex: I buried my feet in the warm sand at the beach. 
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cliff
cliff
[noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: They stood at the edge of the cliff, taking in the breathtaking view. 
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coast
coast
[noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: The coast was full of seashells and small pebbles. 
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forest
forest
[noun]

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

Ex: I love the fresh scent of pine trees in the forest. 
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island
island
[noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: I collected seashells as souvenirs from the beautiful island. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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mountain
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: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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peninsula
peninsula
[noun]

a large body of land that is partially surrounded by water but is attached to a larger area of land

Ex: The Iberian Peninsula is home to Spain and Portugal, surrounded by water on three sides. 
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river
river
[noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: I dipped my feet in the cool water of the river. 
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sea
sea
[noun]

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

Ex: I hear the sound of seagulls near the sea. 
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beautiful
beautiful
[Adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: He painted a beautiful portrait of his sister. 
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crowded
crowded
[Adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: The crowded room was packed with partygoers dancing and chatting. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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idyllic
idyllic
[Adjective]

perfect or idealistic, often in a romantic or nostalgic sense

Ex: They spent an idyllic summer in the countryside. 
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impressive
impressive
[Adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The impressive architecture of the cathedral left visitors in awe of its grandeur and craftsmanship. 
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noisy
noisy
[Adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The airport terminal was a noisy place with announcements blaring over the speakers and passengers rushing to catch their flights. 
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peaceful
peaceful
[Adjective]

free from conflict, violence, or disorder

Ex: The small village lived in peaceful isolation, untouched by the wars raging in surrounding lands. 
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pleasant
pleasant
[Adjective]

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Ex: Reading a good book on a rainy day is one of life's pleasant experiences. 
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relaxing
relaxing
[Adjective]

helping our body or mind rest

Ex: Spending the afternoon by the peaceful lake was relaxing, allowing her to unwind and recharge. 
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romantic
romantic
[Adjective]

describing affections connected with love or relationships

Ex: They shared a romantic dinner by candlelight. 
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unspoiled
unspoiled
[Adjective]

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

Ex: We hiked to an unspoiled beach where the water was crystal clear and the sand pristine. 
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art gallery

a building where works of art are displayed for the public to enjoy

Ex: The new art gallery downtown features a rotating collection of contemporary artists and their works. 
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bar
bar
[noun]

a place where alcoholic and other drinks and light snacks are sold and served

Ex: They decided to meet at the local bar after work for a few drinks. 
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bookshop
bookshop
[noun]

a shop that sells books and usually stationery

Ex: She found a rare first edition novel in the quaint little bookshop downtown. 
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bus station

a place where multiple buses begin and end their journeys, particularly a journey between towns or cites

Ex: She arrived at the bus station early to ensure she wouldn’t miss her bus to the city. 
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bus stop
bus stop
[noun]

a place at the side of a road that is usually marked with a sign, where buses regularly stop for passengers

Ex: She waited at the bus stop for nearly twenty minutes before her bus finally arrived. 
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cafe
cafe
[noun]

a small restaurant that sells drinks and meals

Ex: The cozy cafe on the corner served delicious pastries and freshly brewed coffee. 
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cinema
cinema
[noun]

a building where films are shown

Ex: I love the smell of popcorn at the cinema. 
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college
college
[noun]

an institution that offers higher education or specialized trainings for different professions

Ex: I am excited to start college and pursue my degree. 
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commercial
commercial
[Adjective]

related to the purchasing and selling of different goods and services

Ex: Commercial transactions involve the exchange of goods or services for money. 
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surgery
surgery
[noun]

a doctor's office or clinic where patients can receive medical treatment or advice

Ex: The doctor asked me to come to his surgery for a check-up. 
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hospital
hospital
[noun]

a large building where sick or injured people receive medical treatment and care

Ex: I visited my friend at the hospital and brought her some flowers. 
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industrial
industrial
[Adjective]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

Ex: The city's economy thrived due to its industrial base, which included manufacturing plants and factories. 
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leisure centre

a large building providing a wide range of facilities for the public to exercise and do various fun activities in their spare time

Ex: The new leisure centre offers a swimming pool, gym, and tennis courts for the community. 
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library
library
[noun]

a place in which collections of books and sometimes newspapers, movies, music, etc. are kept for people to read or borrow

Ex: I spent the afternoon studying at the local library. 
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museum
museum
[noun]

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

Ex: He marveled at the dinosaur skeletons in the natural history museum. 
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nightclub
nightclub
[noun]

a place that is open during nighttime in which people can dance, eat, and drink

Ex: We decided to go to the nightclub downtown to celebrate Jane's birthday. 
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residential area

a place where people live, consisting mainly of houses and apartment buildings rather than offices and shops

Ex: The residential area is quiet, with tree-lined streets and few businesses. 
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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school
school
[noun]

a place where children learn things from teachers

Ex: He forgot his homework and had to rush back to school to get it. 
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stadium
stadium
[noun]

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

Ex: The new stadium was packed with fans, all eagerly awaiting the kickoff of the championship football game. 
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theater
theater
[noun]

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

Ex: My sister and I are going to the theater to see a play tonight. 
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train station

a place where trains regularly stop for passengers to get on and off

Ex: I arrived at the train station early to ensure I didn't miss my train. 
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Tube
Tube
[noun]

a railway that operates underground, typically in a city

Ex: She took the Tube to work this morning. 
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