B1 Level Wordlist - People and Stages of Life

Here you will learn some English words about people and stages of life, such as "adulthood", "infant", "childhood", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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adulthood [noun]

the period of being an adult, characterized by physical and psychological maturity

Ex: Navigating the challenges of adulthood can be difficult , especially when balancing work and personal life .

adolescence [noun]

a period in one's life between puberty and adulthood

Ex: During adolescence , people often search for their identity .

adolescent [noun]

a young person who is in the process of becoming an adult

Ex: The film was focused on the challenges faced by an adolescent .

infant [noun]

a very young child, typically from birth to around one year old

Ex: The infant 's infectious laughter brought joy to everyone in the room .

infancy [noun]

the period or state of very early childhood

Ex: The memories of infancy are often hazy , but some people claim to recall snippets of their early experiences .

childhood [noun]

the period or time of being a child, characterized by significant physical and emotional growth

Ex: Emily 's love for reading began in her childhood , when she would lose herself in books for hours on end .

boyhood [noun]

the period of a male's life before he reaches adulthood

Ex: The worn baseball cap held memories of countless games played during his boyhood .

girlhood [noun]

the period of a female individual's life before she reaches adulthood

Ex: John 's sister reminisced about the adventures they had shared during their carefree girlhood days .

old age [noun]

the later stage of life during which a person is considered old

Ex: The retirement community offered a range of services and activities to enhance the quality of life for residents in their old age .

retirement [noun]

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

Ex: Her retirement was filled with volunteer work and community activities .

to age [verb]

to get older

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elderly [adjective]

advanced in age

Ex: The elderly residents of the nursing home appreciated visits from volunteers who provided companionship .

parental [adjective]

related to parents or the role of parenting

Ex: The parental bond between mother and child is often strong and enduring .

born [adjective]

brought to this world through birth

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middle age [noun]

the time or period of one's life when they are not young anymore and are not old yet

Ex: In middle age , she developed a passion for gardening .

midlife [noun]

the period during which a person is not old enough but is not young either

maturity [noun]

the state and quality of being mentally and behaviorally rational and sensible

Ex: Mary 's artwork displayed a level of maturity beyond her years , drawing praise from critics and art enthusiasts alike .

newborn [noun]

an infant very recently born

Ex: The hospital provided classes to help new parents learn how to care for their newborns .

toddler [noun]

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

Ex: The daycare center had a special play area designed for toddlers .

teen [noun]

someone between the ages of 13 and 19

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preteen [noun]

a child who is between the ages of 9 and 12

Ex: Emily 's younger sister is a preteen , enjoying activities that bridge the gap between childhood and teenage years .

youth [noun]

the period of one's life between childhood and adulthood

Ex: Emily 's passion for activism was ignited during her youth , as she became increasingly aware of social issues and injustices .

senior [noun]

a person who is advanced in age, particularly one who qualifies for discounts, services, etc. provided for elderly people

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junior [adjective]

intended for or related to young people, particularly in sports

Ex: The junior varsity basketball team consists of high school students who are not yet part of the varsity squad .

grownup [noun]

(used by children or when talking to them) an adult who is fully matured and responsible

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senior [adjective]

related to individuals who are considered elderly

Ex: The senior discount at the restaurant applies to customers over the age of 65 .

B1 Level Wordlist
Family and Relationships	The Animal Kingdom	Houses and Buildings	Business and Workplace
Occupations	Music	Meat and Dairy	Fruits and Nuts
Drinks	Human Characteristics	Adverbs and Prepositions	Education
Money and Shopping	Fashion	Sports and Players	Transportation
The Weather	Appearance	Time	The Human Body
Games and Toys	Computer	Health and Sickness	Nature and Regions
City and the Countryside	Religion and Festivals	Special Occasions	War and Peace
Quantities and Containers	Languages and Nationalities	Romance	Feelings and Emotions
People and Stages of Life	Hobbies	The Environment and Energy	Law and Politics
Farming	Home Appliances and Furniture	Media and Journalism	Social Issues
Success and Failure	Art	Literature	Internet and Websites
Fields of Study	Ambition and Achievement	Movie and Theater	Personal Characteristics
Common Adverbs	Essential Adverbs	Travel and Vacation	Essential Verbs
Necessary Verbs	Common Verbs	Essential Adjectives	Necessary Adjectives
Food and Diet	Abstract Concepts