Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 16 - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 16 - Part 2 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "benefit", "extraordinary", "pierce", etc.

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Interchange - Pre-intermediate

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

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decision [noun]

a choice or judgment that is made after adequate consideration or thought

Ex: His decision to move to a new city was influenced by his desire for a fresh start and new opportunities .
goal [noun]

our purpose or desired result

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

very large in size

Ex: She adopted a huge dog that was almost as big as she was .
benefit [noun]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

Ex: The new policy offers several benefits to low-income families .
amazingly [adverb]

in a way that is extremely well or impressive

Ex: The acrobat flipped and twirled amazingly in the air .
garbage [noun]

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

Ex: I need to take the garbage out before it starts to smell .

the great mass of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Ex: The ocean depths are still largely unexplored .
plastic [noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Polyethylene is a versatile plastic used in packaging , insulation , and textiles .

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

Ex: Unfortunately , the concert was canceled at the last minute , disappointing fans who had eagerly anticipated the event .

to no longer be able to be seen

Ex: The stains have disappeared after using a specialized cleaner .
personal [adjective]

only relating or belonging to one person

Ex: The counselor offered personal advice tailored to each student 's needs .
extraordinary [adjective]

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

Ex: The singer 's voice was extraordinary , captivating audiences with its beauty and power .
natural [adjective]

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

Ex: The table was crafted from natural wood , showcasing its organic grain patterns .

a brand new machine, tool, or process that is made after study and experiment

Ex: Her latest invention aims to reduce energy consumption in households by using innovative technology .

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

Ex: Many people donate to food banks to help those facing hunger .
champion [noun]

the winner of a competition

Ex: He trained for years to become the champion of the boxing league .
title [noun]

the name given to a movie, book, etc.

Ex: The song 's title quickly became a trending topic on social media .

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: Pollution is a major threat to our environment .
several [determiner]

used to refer to a number of things or people, more than two but not many

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free [adjective]

not requiring payment

Ex: The community center has free yoga classes on the weekend .
sport [noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Football is a popular sport that is played with a round ball and two teams .
to dance [verb]

to move the body to music in a special way

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a bank account that pays interest on one's deposited money and is intended to help one save over time

Ex: I set up a savings account to save for my future home .

(of something sharp) to make a hole or break in or through something

Ex: The knife pierced the meat with ease .
online [adjective]

connected to or via the Internet

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course [noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: The company provided a training course for all new employees .

a small and round piece of plastic that people put directly on their eyes in order to improve their ability to see

Ex: The optometrist helped her choose the right contact lens for her prescription .
to plan [verb]

to decide on and make arrangements or preparations for something ahead of time

Ex: Knowing the holiday rush , they planned their vacation well ahead of time .
future [noun]

the time that will come after the present or the events that will happen then

Ex: They are saving money for their child 's future .

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

Ex: She made a New Year 's resolution to exercise more regularly .
talent [noun]

an ability that a person naturally has in doing something well

Ex: The singer 's remarkable talent for hitting high notes amazed the audience .
holiday [noun]

a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

Ex:
to do [verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: In times of crisis , people often come together to do whatever is necessary .
to take [verb]

to reach for something and hold it

Ex: May I take your coat and hat , sir ?
to learn [verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: They are learning about history in their school lessons .
to want [verb]

to wish to do or have something

Ex: Jane wanted to learn how to play the guitar , so she took lessons .
to hope [verb]

to want something to happen or be true

Ex: He hopes that his hard work will be recognized and rewarded .
to play [verb]

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ex: Play a classical piece on the piano .

a college or university building in which students reside

Ex: He made many friends while living in the dormitory during his freshman year .