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

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - Reference - Part 1 in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "aerobic", "canvas", "saddle", etc.

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Total English - Intermediate
aerobic [adjective]

(of physical exercise) including activities that increase one's heart rate and oxygen consumption rate

Ex: Aerobic workouts help improve cardiovascular health .
leisure [noun]

activities someone does in order to enjoy their free time

an object or device used for producing music, such as a violin or a piano

Ex: Learning a musical instrument can improve concentration and creativity .
athletic [adjective]

related to athletes or their career

Ex: The athletic community came together to support the injured athlete during his recovery .
camping [noun]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: I love the peace and quiet that comes with camping .
climbing [noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

Ex:

a game designed to be played on a computer

Ex: Developing a successful computer game takes a lot of creativity and coding skills .
dancing [noun]

‌the act of moving our body to music; a set of movements performed to music

Ex: The couple spent the evening dancing under the stars .
drawing [noun]

the activity or art of creating illustrations by a pen or pencil

Ex: Drawing helps her relax after a long day .
exercise [noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: The doctor recommended more cardio exercise in my routine .
jogging [noun]

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

Ex: He decided to do some jogging instead of going to the gym today .
karate [noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: In karate , students learn both techniques and forms .
painting [noun]

the act or art of making pictures, using paints

Ex: Painting requires a balance of creativity and technical skill .

the process, art, or profession of capturing photographs or recording videos

Ex: He specializes in wildlife photography and travels often .
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 .
skiing [noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: The family planned a weekend getaway to the mountains for some skiing and snowboarding .

a winter sport or activity in which the participant stands on a board and glides over snow, typically on a mountainside

Ex:
squash [noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

Ex:
surfing [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

Ex: She took up surfing as a teenager and has been passionate about the sport ever since .

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: Volleyball is an exciting sport where teams try to score points by hitting the ball over the net .

the necessary things that you need for doing a particular activity or job

Ex: The electrician carried a toolbox full of equipment for repairing electrical issues .
belt [noun]

a long and narrow item that you usually wear around your waist to hold your clothes in place or to decorate your outfit

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board [noun]

a flat and hard tool made of wood, plastic, paper, etc. that is designed for specific purposes

Ex: The presenter used colorful markers to illustrate key points on the board during the seminar .
boot [noun]

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

Ex: She left her muddy boots at the entrance and put on slippers .
brush [noun]

an object that has hair or thin pieces of plastic or wood attached to a handle that we use for making our hair tidy

Ex: She uses a brush to style her long , flowing hair .
canvas [noun]

a heavy, closely woven fabric used for durable clothing, upholstery, sails, or tents

Ex: The chair seats were reinforced with canvas .
costume [noun]

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

Ex: The film 's success was partly attributed to its stunning visual effects and detailed period costumes that transported viewers to another era .
goggles [noun]

a type of eyewear that are designed to protect the eyes from harm

Ex:
helmet [noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The firefighter ’s heavy-duty helmet shielded him from falling debris .
net [noun]

the barrier in the middle of a court over which players hit the ball, used in sports such as tennis

Ex: The net divides the tennis court into two halves and determines where the ball can land during a rally .
pole [noun]

a sports equipment made of fiberglass, used for vaulting over a high bar

Ex: The athlete gripped the pole tightly before launching into the air .
racquet [noun]

a sports equipment used in games like tennis, badminton, and squash, consisting of a frame with strings or catgut for hitting a ball or shuttlecock

saddle [noun]

a seat made for riding on the back of a horse or other animal

Ex: The saddle was uncomfortable at first , but she got used to it .
trainer [noun]

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

Ex: He prefers wearing trainers over formal shoes for everyday activities because they are more comfortable .
colorful [adjective]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

Ex: The butterfly 's wings were strikingly colorful with intricate patterns .
depressing [adjective]

making one feel sad and hopeless

Ex: The depressing sight of abandoned buildings in the city painted a bleak picture of urban decay .
disturbing [adjective]

causing a strong feeling of worry or discomfort

Ex: The disturbing behavior of the neighbor 's dog made her wary of going outside .
intriguing [adjective]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

Ex: She found the stranger 's enigmatic smile intriguing , wondering what secrets it concealed .
odd [adjective]

unusual in a way that stands out as different from the expected or typical

Ex: His odd choice of conversation topics , discussing ancient aliens at a dinner party , left everyone puzzled .

the act of participating in social activities or gatherings with other people, often for the purpose of building relationships, sharing experiences, or having fun

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