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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary - Dancing House

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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
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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concrete
concrete
[noun]

a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

Ex: The workers poured concrete to create a sturdy foundation for the house. 
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glass
glass
[noun]

a hard material that is often clear and is used for making windows, bottles, etc.

Ex: She drank water from a glass bottle to reduce plastic waste. 
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to curve
to curve
[Verb]

to have turns, changes and deviations from a straight line

Ex: The road curves gently through the countryside, offering scenic views of rolling hills and lush greenery. 
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person
person
[noun]

a human figure, typically including the body and clothing

Ex: She saw a person approaching through the fog. 
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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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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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hotel
hotel
[noun]

a building where we give money to stay and eat food in when we are traveling

Ex: Can you recommend a budget-friendly hotel in the city center? 
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gallery
gallery
[noun]

a place in which works of art are shown or sold to the public

Ex: The art gallery hosted an exhibition featuring local artists, showcasing their unique styles and perspectives. 
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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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to stand out

to be prominent and easily noticeable

Ex: The glowing neon sign made the cafe stand out among the other businesses on the street. 
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symbol
symbol
[noun]

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

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modern architecture

the architectural style that emerged in the early 20th century, characterized by simplicity, functionality, and the use of new materials and construction techniques

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busy
busy
[Adjective]

(of a place) full of activity or people

Ex: The market was busy with shoppers looking for fresh produce. 
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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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nearby
nearby
[Adverb]

not in the distance

Ex: There's a cafe nearby, perfect for a quick coffee break. 
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landmark
landmark
[noun]

a structure or a place that is historically important

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
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architecture

the study or art of building and designing houses

Ex: She decided to study architecture because she was fascinated by the art and science of designing buildings. 
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amazing
amazing
[Adjective]

having an exceptionally high quality

Ex: He's an amazing artist who can draw incredibly lifelike portraits. 
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to [take] a picture

to use a device like a camera or cellphone to capture an image of something or someone

Ex: I took a picture of the stunning sunset at the beach. 
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nickname
nickname
[noun]

a descriptive name for a place or thing

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unusual
unusual
[Adjective]

differing from the norm or expectation

Ex: The house had an unusual design with uneven windows and slanted walls. 
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to tip over

to overturn or fall from a stable position, often due to imbalance or external force

Ex: The vase wobbled on the edge of the table before it tipped over. 
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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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prague
prague
[noun]

the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic in the western part of the country; a cultural and commercial center since the 14th century

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Czech Republic

a country in Central Europe bordered by Germany, Slovakia, Poland, and Austria

Ex: The Czech Republic is famous for its medieval architecture. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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design
design
[noun]

a plan or drawing according to which something is made

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to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

Ex: The puppy looks like a miniature version of its mother. 
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to dance
to dance
[Verb]

to move the body to music in a special way

Ex: During the carnival, everyone were dancing in the streets. 
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architect
architect
[noun]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
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to design
to design
[Verb]

to make drawings according to which something will be constructed or produced

Ex: The architect often designs modern homes with sustainable features. 
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Croatia
Croatia
[noun]

a country in southeastern Europe known for its beautiful coastline, historic cities, and cultural heritage

Ex: Croatia is famous for its beautiful beaches. 
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Canada
Canada
[noun]

the second largest country in the world that is in the northern part of North America

Ex: Canada celebrates its national day, Canada Day, on July 1st. 
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to name after

to give someone or something a name in honor or in memory of another person or thing

Ex: They decided to name their daughter after her grandmother. 
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