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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary - Empire State Building

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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
to include

to have something as a part of the whole

Ex: The ticket price includes access to all attractions. 
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antenna
antenna
[noun]

a device that is used to send and receive signals

Ex: The television antenna on the roof picks up signals from broadcast stations. 
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steel
steel
[noun]

a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

Ex: The skyscraper's framework was constructed with high-quality steel. 
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stone
stone
[noun]

a hard material, usually made of minerals, and often used for building things

Ex: The old castle was built entirely of stone, giving it a sturdy and imposing appearance. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

able to withstand physical stress or pressure due to its solid construction

Ex: The strong steel beams were crucial in supporting the skyscraper’s towering structure. 
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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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detail
detail
[noun]

a small part or component considered separately from the whole

Ex: The engine consists of hundreds of small details. 
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design
design
[noun]

a plan or drawing according to which something is made

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Art Deco
Art Deco
[noun]

a style of art, popular in 1920s and 1930s, characterized by the frequent use of geometric shapes with distinct borders and strong colors

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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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office
office
[noun]

a designated room where an individual typically works, often at a desk, to carry out their professional tasks and responsibilities

Ex: He decorated his office with plants and personal photos to make it feel more comfortable. 
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visitor
visitor
[noun]

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

Ex: The museum welcomed thousands of visitors during the holiday season. 
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clear
clear
[Adjective]

without clouds or mist

Ex: He could see far into the distance because of the clear weather. 
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movie
movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: He watched a scary movie and got scared during the suspenseful scenes. 
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giant
giant
[Adjective]

extremely large in size

Ex: The giant mountain range stretched across the horizon, its peaks disappearing into the clouds. 
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ape
ape
[noun]

a tailless animal similar to a monkey, such as chimpanzees and gorillas

Ex: The zoo has a new exhibit featuring various species of apes, including chimpanzees and gorillas. 
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to climb
to climb
[Verb]

to move upward on something, often using feet and hands for support

Ex: They climbed the ropes during the outdoor adventure. 
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to remember

to keep something in one's mind, particularly an important fact

Ex: It is essential to remember that learning from failure leads to growth. 
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scene
scene
[noun]

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

Ex: The dream scene in the movie was very surreal. 
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to light up

to make something bright by means of color or light

Ex: The Christmas tree lights twinkled brightly, lighting up the living room with a warm, festive glow. 
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holiday
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: The Memorial Day holiday is a time to honor those who served in the military. 
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for example
for example
[phrase]

used to provide a specific situation or instance that helps to clarify or explain a point being made

Ex: You can use various applications on your phone, for example, social media, email, and navigation. 
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fourth of July

a legal holiday in the United States

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to take
to take
[Verb]

to need a specific amount of time to do something or for something to be done or happen

Ex: Learning a new language can take several months of consistent practice. 
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symbol
symbol
[noun]

something that represents an idea, quality, or concept beyond its literal meaning

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empire state building

a skyscraper built in New York City in 1931; 1250 feet tall

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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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building
building
[noun]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

Ex: He worked in a modern office building with large windows. 
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New York City

the largest city in New York State and in the United States; located in southeastern New York at the mouth of the Hudson river; a major financial and cultural center

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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Ex: During their vacation, they planned to visit famous landmarks and historical sites in the city. 
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floor
floor
[noun]

all the rooms of a building that are on the same level

Ex: The ground floor of the building housed the lobby, reception area, and administrative offices. 
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