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Topic-Specific Vocabulary List (B1 and B2)

1. Clothes

1. Apparel: Clothes of a particular type


o The store specializes in plus-size apparel.
2. Boots: Sturdy shoes that cover the foot and ankle, and sometimes the leg below
the knee.
o He put on his boots before going hiking.
3. Cap: A type of soft flat hat with a visor.
o She wore a baseball cap to shield her eyes from the sun.
4. Dress: A piece of clothing for women or girls that covers the body and extends
down over the legs.
o She wore a beautiful dress to the party.
5. Gloves: Coverings for the hands that have separate parts for each finger and the
thumb.
o He wore gloves to keep his hands warm.
6. Hat: A head covering that is worn for warmth, fashion, or protection.
o She wore a hat to protect herself from the sun.
7. Jacket: A short coat.
o He wore a leather jacket.
8. Jeans: Casual pants made from denim.
o She wore jeans and a T-shirt.
9. Sandals: Open shoes with straps that go over the instep and around the ankle.
o He wore sandals to the beach.
10. Scarf: A piece of fabric worn around the neck for warmth or fashion.
o She wrapped a scarf around her neck.
11. Shirt: A garment for the upper body made of cotton or a similar fabric, with a
collar and sleeves, and with buttons down the front.
o He wore a blue shirt.
12. Shoes: Coverings for the feet, typically made of leather, having a sturdy sole and
not reaching above the ankle.

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o She bought new shoes for school.
13. Skirt: A woman's garment that hangs from the waist and covers all or part of the
legs.
o She wore a red skirt.
14. Sneakers: Soft shoes worn for sports or casual occasions.
o He put on his sneakers for the run.
15. Socks: Garments for the foot and lower part of the leg, typically knitted from wool,
cotton, or nylon.
o She wore colorful socks.
16. Suit: A set of outer clothes made of the same fabric and designed to be worn
together, typically consisting of a jacket and trousers or a jacket and skirt.
o He wore a suit to the interview.
17. Sweater: A knitted garment worn on the upper body.
o She put on a warm sweater.
18. Swimsuit: A garment worn for swimming.
o She wore a new swimsuit at the pool.
19. T-shirt: A short-sleeved casual top, generally made of cotton, having the shape of
a T when spread out flat.
o He wore a white T-shirt.
20. Tie: A long, narrow piece of cloth worn around the neck and tied in a knot at the
front.
o He wore a tie to the office.

2. Daily Life

1. Alarm clock: A clock that wakes you up.


o She set her alarm clock for 6 AM.
2. Backpack: A bag carried on the back.
o He carried his books in a backpack.
3. Breakfast: The first meal of the day.
o She had toast for breakfast.
4. Brush: An implement with bristles used for cleaning, grooming, painting, etc.
o He used a brush to clean his shoes.
5. Chores: Routine tasks or jobs at home.

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o She finished her chores before watching TV.
6. Commute: Travel some distance between one's home and place of work on a
regular basis.
o He commutes to work by train.
7. Diary: A book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences.
o She wrote in her diary every night.
8. Laundry: Clothes that need to be washed or that have been newly washed.
o She did the laundry on weekends.
9. Lunch: A meal eaten in the middle of the day.
o He packed his lunch for work.
10. Market: A place where people buy and sell goods.
o She went to the market to buy vegetables.
11. Meal: Any of the regular occasions in a day when a reasonably large amount of
food is eaten.
o Dinner is the main meal of the day for her family.
12. Phone call: An instance of speaking to someone on the phone.
o He made a phone call to his friend.
13. Routine: A sequence of actions regularly followed.
o Her morning routine includes jogging.
14. Shopping: The action or activity of purchasing goods from stores.
o She enjoys shopping on weekends.
15. Supper: An evening meal, typically a light or informal one.
o They had soup for supper.
16. Task: A piece of work to be done or undertaken.
o His task was to clean the garage.
17. Time-table: A schedule showing the times at which particular events will happen.
o She checked her time-table before class.
18. To-do list: A list of tasks that need to be completed.
o He made a to-do list every morning.
19. Uniform: The distinctive clothing worn by members of the same organization or
body.
o Students wear a uniform to school.
20. Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, especially regarded as a time for leisure.

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o They went hiking over the weekend.

3. Education

1. Assignment: A piece of work or job that you are given to do.


o The teacher gave us a math assignment.
2. Classroom: A room in which a class of students is taught.
o The classroom was decorated with student art.
3. College: An institution of higher learning.
o She plans to go to college next year.
4. Course: A series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject.
o He took a course in computer science.
5. Degree: An academic rank conferred by a college or university after examination
or after completion of a course.
o She received her degree in biology.
6. Diploma: A document conferring a qualification, certifying the completion of a
course of study.
o He received a diploma from the university.
7. Exam: A formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency in a subject or skill.
o She studied hard for the final exam.
8. Graduate: To complete a course of education and receive a degree or diploma.
o He will graduate from high school in June.
9. Homework: Work assigned to students to be completed outside the classroom.
o She did her homework after dinner.
10. Lecture: An educational talk to an audience, especially to students in a university
or college.
o The professor gave a lecture on ancient history.
11. Lesson: A period of learning or teaching.
o They had a math lesson in the morning.
12. Library: A building or room containing collections of books, periodicals, and
sometimes films and recorded music for people to read, borrow, or refer to.
o She borrowed a book from the library.
13. Principal: The head of a school.
o The principal addressed the students in the assembly.

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14. Pupil: A student in school.
o The pupils were excited for the field trip.
15. Scholarship: A grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded
on the basis of academic or other achievements.
o She received a scholarship to study abroad.
16. Semester: Half of a school year.
o They have exams at the end of each semester.
17. Subject: An area of knowledge studied in school.
o Math is his favorite subject.
18. Teacher: A person who teaches, especially in a school.
o The teacher explained the lesson.
19. Textbook: A book used as a standard work for the study of a particular subject.
o She read the chapter from the textbook.
20. Tutor: A private teacher, typically one who teaches a single student or a very small
group.
o He hired a tutor to help him with math.

4. Entertainment and Media

1. Actor: A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on


television.
o The actor gave a stunning performance.
2. Advertisement: A notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a
product, service, or event.
o They watched the advertisement for the new car.
3. Album: A collection of recordings issued as a single item on CD, record, or another
medium.
o She bought the latest album by her favorite band.
4. Cartoon: A simple drawing showing the features of its subjects in a humorously
exaggerated way, especially a satirical one in a newspaper or magazine.
o He enjoyed watching cartoons on Saturday mornings.
5. Cinema: A theater where movies are shown for public entertainment.
o They went to the cinema to see the latest movie.
6. Concert: A musical performance given in public.

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o She attended a concert by the famous orchestra.
7. Drama: A play for theater, radio### 4. Entertainment and Media (Continued)
8. Actor: A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on
television.
o The actor gave a stunning performance.
9. Advertisement: A notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a
product, service, or event.
o They watched the advertisement for the new car.
10. Album: A collection of recordings issued as a single item on CD, record, or another
medium.
o She bought the latest album by her favorite band.
11. Cartoon: A simple drawing showing the features of its subjects in a humorously
exaggerated way, especially a satirical one in a newspaper or magazine.
o He enjoyed watching cartoons on Saturday mornings.
12. Cinema: A theater where movies are shown for public entertainment.
o They went to the cinema to see the latest movie.
13. Concert: A musical performance given in public.
o She attended a concert by the famous orchestra.
14. Drama: A play for theater, radio, or television.
o The drama was well-received by the audience.
15. Editor: A person who is in charge of and determines the final content of a text,
particularly a newspaper or magazine.
o The editor reviewed the article before publication.
16. Festival: A day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons.
o They attended the music festival last summer.
17. Journalist: A person who writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites or
prepares news to be broadcast.
o The journalist reported from the scene of the event.
18. Magazine: A periodical publication containing articles and illustrations, typically
covering a particular subject or area of interest.
o She bought a fashion magazine at the store.
19. Media: The main means of mass communication (broadcasting, publishing, and
the internet), regarded collectively.

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o The news was all over the media.
20. Movie: A story or event recorded by a camera as a set of moving images and shown
in a theater or on television.
o They watched a movie together.
21. Musician: A person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession, or
is musically talented.
o The musician performed a beautiful piece.
22. Novel: A long narrative work of fiction, typically published as a book.
o She read a mystery novel.
23. Program: A planned series of future events, items, or performances.
o The television program starts at 8 PM.
24. Publisher: A person or company that prepares and issues books, journals, music,
or other works for sale.
o The publisher released a new book.
25. Review: A formal assessment or examination of something with the possibility or
intention of instituting change if necessary.
o She wrote a review of the restaurant.
26. Show: A spectacle or display, especially an impressive one.
o They went to see a Broadway show.
27. Viewer: A person who watches something, especially television.
o The program had millions of viewers.

5. Environment

1. Climate: The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long


period.
o The climate in the region is very dry.
2. Conservation: The action of conserving something, in particular.
o Conservation efforts are crucial to protect wildlife.
3. Deforestation: The action of clearing a wide area of trees.
o Deforestation contributes to climate change.
4. Ecology: The branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one
another and to their physical surroundings.
o She studied ecology in college.

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5. Ecosystem: A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical
environment.
o The coral reef is a fragile ecosystem.
6. Endangered: (Of a species) seriously at risk of extinction.
o Endangered species need protection.
7. Energy: Power derived from the utilization of physical or chemical resources,
especially to provide light and heat or to work machines.
o Solar energy is a renewable resource.
8. Environment: The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant
lives or operates.
o Pollution affects the environment.
9. Habitat: The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
o The forest is a natural habitat for many species.
10. Pollution: The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance
which has harmful or poisonous effects.
o Air pollution is a major concern in urban areas.
11. Recycling: The action or process of converting waste into reusable material.
o Recycling helps reduce waste.
12. Renewable: (Of a natural resource or source of energy) not depleted when used.
o Wind power is a renewable energy source.
13. Resource: A stock or supply of materials or assets that can be drawn on.
o Water is a vital natural resource.
14. Sustainable: Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
o Sustainable practices are essential for the environment.
15. Waste: Material that is not wanted; the unusable remains or byproducts of
something.
o Reducing waste is important for the environment.
16. Wildlife: Wild animals collectively; the native fauna (and sometimes flora) of a
region.
o The wildlife in the national park is protected.
17. Biodiversity: The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or
ecosystem.
o Biodiversity is crucial for ecosystem health.

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18. Carbon footprint: The amount of carbon dioxide emissions for which an
individual or organization is responsible.
o Reducing your carbon footprint can help combat climate change.
19. Compost: Decayed organic material used as a plant fertilizer.
o She used compost in her garden.
20. Erosion: The process of eroding or being eroded by wind, water, or other natural
agents.
o Soil erosion can lead to loss of fertile land.

6. Food and Drink

1. Appetizer: A small dish of food or a drink taken before a meal or the main course
to stimulate one's appetite.
o They served appetizers before the main meal.
2. Beverage: A drink, especially one other than water.
o Coffee is a popular beverage.
3. Breakfast: The first meal of the day.
o She had cereal for breakfast.
4. Chef: A professional cook, typically the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel.
o The chef prepared a gourmet meal.
5. Cuisine: A style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular
country, region, or establishment.
o Italian cuisine is famous worldwide.
6. Dessert: The sweet course eaten at the end of a meal.
o They had ice cream for dessert.
7. Diet: The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
o He maintains a healthy diet.
8. Dinner: The main meal of the day, taken either around midday or in the evening.
o They had pasta for dinner.
9. Ingredient: Any of the foods or substances that are combined to make a particular
dish.
o The recipe lists the ingredients needed.
10. Menu: A list of the dishes available in a restaurant.
o She looked at the menu before ordering.

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11. Nutrition: The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and
growth.
o Good nutrition is essential for health.
12. Organic: (Of food or farming methods) produced or involving production without
the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
o They buy organic vegetables.
13. Recipe: A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the
ingredients required.
o She followed the recipe to bake a cake.
14. Restaurant: A place where people pay to sit and eat meals that are cooked and
served on the premises.
o They went to a Chinese restaurant.
15. Snack: A small amount of food eaten between meals.
o He had a snack in the afternoon.
16. Soup: A liquid dish, typically made by boiling meat, fish, or vegetables, etc., in stock
or water.
o She made chicken soup for dinner.
17. Spicy: Flavored with or fragrant with spice.
o The curry was very spicy.
18. Stir-fry: Fry (meat, fish, or vegetables) rapidly over a high heat while stirring
briskly.
o She made a vegetable stir-fry.
19. Supper: An evening meal, typically a light or informal one.
o They had sandwiches for supper.
20. Vegetarian: A person who does not eat meat.
o She ordered a vegetarian dish.

7. Free Time

1. Activity: Something that you do for enjoyment, especially an organized event.


o They planned a lot of activities for the weekend.
2. Board game: Any game played on a board, especially one that involves the
movement of pieces on the board.
o They played a board game in the evening.

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3. Camping: The activity of spending a vacation living in a camp, tent, or camper.
o They went camping in the mountains.
4. Cinema: A movie theater.
o They went to the cinema to watch a new film.
5. Concert: A live music performance.
o She attended a concert by### 8. Health, Medicine and Exercise
6. Allergy: A condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign
substance.
o She has an allergy to peanuts.
7. Antibiotic: A medicine that inhibits the growth of or destroys microorganisms.
o The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
8. Appointment: An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place.
o She has a doctor's appointment at 3 PM.
9. Bandage: A strip of material used to bind a wound or to protect an injured part of
the body.
o He wrapped a bandage around his sprained ankle.
10. Blood pressure: The pressure of the blood in the circulatory system.
o High blood pressure can lead to serious health issues.
11. Check-up: A thorough examination, especially a medical or dental one.
o She goes for a check-up every six months.
12. Clinic: A place or hospital department where outpatients are given medical
treatment or advice.
o She visited the clinic for a routine check-up.
13. Diet: The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
o A balanced diet is essential for good health.
14. Exercise: Activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve
health and fitness.
o Regular exercise is important for maintaining health.
15. Fever: An abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering,
headache, and in severe instances, delirium.
o She has a high fever and needs rest.
16. Hospital: An institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing
care for sick or injured people.

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o He was admitted to the hospital after the accident.
17. Injury: Harm or damage that is done or sustained.
o He sustained a serious injury during the game.
18. Medicine: A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug.
o She takes medicine for her allergies.
19. Nutrition: The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and
growth.
o Good nutrition is crucial for overall health.
20. Patient: A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.
o The doctor explained the treatment plan to the patient.
21. Pharmacy: A store where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold.
o She went to the pharmacy to pick up her prescription.
22. Prescription: An instruction written by a medical practitioner that authorizes a
patient to be issued a medicine or treatment.
o The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.
23. Recovery: A return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.
o He is on the road to recovery after the surgery.
24. Surgery: The treatment of injuries or disorders of the body by incision or
manipulation, especially with instruments.
o She had surgery to repair her broken leg.
25. Symptom: A physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition
of disease.
o She had symptoms of the flu.

9. Hobbies and Leisure

1. Collecting: The activity of acquiring and organizing items such as stamps or coins.
o He enjoys collecting vintage stamps.
2. Crafting: The activity or hobby of making decorative objects with your hands.
o She spends her free time crafting jewelry.
3. Gardening: The activity of tending and cultivating a garden.
o He loves gardening and grows many vegetables.
4. Hiking: The activity of going for long walks, especially across country or in the
woods.

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o They went hiking in the mountains.
5. Knitting: The activity or method of making clothes, etc., by using two long needles
to connect wool or another type of thread into joined rows.
o She is knitting a scarf.
6. Model making: The activity of creating scale models of objects such as cars, ships,
or planes.
o He spends hours on model making.
7. Painting: The activity or skill of using paint, either in a picture or as decoration.
o She enjoys painting landscapes.
8. Photography: The art or practice of taking and processing photographs.
o He took up photography as a hobby.
9. Playing an instrument: The activity of making music using a musical instrument.
o She is learning to play the piano.
10. Reading: The action or skill of reading written or printed matter silently or aloud.
o She enjoys reading novels in her spare time.
11. Running: The activity of moving swiftly on foot.
o He goes running every morning.
12. Sewing: The activity of fastening or joining things together with needle and
thread.
o She is sewing a new dress.
13. Swimming: The sport or activity of moving through water by moving your arms
and legs.
o They went swimming at the lake.
14. Traveling: The activity of making journeys; traveling.
o She loves traveling to new countries.
15. Walking: The activity of moving at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each
foot in turn, never having both feet off the ground at once.
o They enjoy walking in the park.
16. Woodworking: The activity or skill of making items from wood.
o He took a woodworking class.
17. Yoga: A Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, including breath control, simple
meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, widely practiced for
health and relaxation.

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o She practices yoga to stay fit.
18. Zumba: A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with
dance moves.
o She attends Zumba classes every week.
19. Board games: Games played on a board, such as chess or checkers.
o They played board games on the weekend.
20. Fishing: The activity of catching fish, either for food or as a sport.
o He enjoys fishing at the lake.

10. House and Home

1. Apartment: A set of rooms forming an individual residence, typically on one floor


and within a larger building.
o They live in a two-bedroom apartment.
2. Balcony: A platform enclosed by a wall or balustrade on the outside of a building,
with access from an upper-floor window or door.
o She stood on the balcony and looked out at the city.
3. Basement: The floor of a building which is partly or entirely below ground level.
o They have a laundry room in the basement.
4. Bedroom: A room for sleeping in.
o The bedroom is upstairs.
5. Closet: A tall cupboard or wardrobe with a door, used for storage.
o She keeps her clothes in the closet.
6. Dining room: A room in a house or hotel where meals are eaten.
o They have dinner in the dining room.
7. Furniture: Large movable equipment, such as tables and chairs, used to make a
house, office, or other space suitable for living or working.
o They bought new furniture for their living room.
8. Garage: A building or shed for housing a motor vehicle or vehicles.
o The car is parked in the garage.
9. Garden: A piece of ground, often near a house, used for growing flowers, fruit, or
vegetables.
o They have a beautiful garden in the backyard.
10. Kitchen: A room or area where food is prepared and cooked.

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o She loves spending time in the kitchen.
11. Living room: A room in a house for general and informal everyday use.
o They watched TV in the living room.
12. Office: A room, set of rooms, or building used as a place for commercial,
professional, or bureaucratic work.
o He works from his home office.
13. Roof: The structure forming the upper covering of a building or vehicle.
o The roof needs repairs.
14. Stairs: A set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another.
o She climbed the stairs to the second floor.
15. Terrace: A level paved area or platform next to a building; a patio or veranda.
o They sat on the terrace and enjoyed the view.
16. Window: An opening in the wall or roof of a building or vehicle that is fitted with
glass to admit light or air and allow people to see out.
o She opened the window to let in fresh air.
17. Bathroom: A room containing a bathtub or shower and typically also a washbasin
and a toilet.
o She took a shower in the bathroom.
18. Attic: A space or room just below the roof of a building.
o They store old furniture in the attic.
19. Yard: The area around a house, often covered with grass.
o The kids played in the yard.
20. Ceiling: The upper interior surface of a room or other similar compartment.
o The ceiling is painted white.

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