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noun
Paying attention to the present moment without judging it.
"Mindfulness can help you reduce stress and anxiety."
noun
A very offensive word for a Black person. It is considered a racial slur.
"It is not acceptable to use the word 'nigger'."
adjective
Not good enough; not deserving respect, praise, or love.
"He felt unworthy of her love."
noun
The quality of being funny or amusing.
"He has a great sense of humour; he always makes us laugh."
noun
In the past, people believed that the body had four main liquids called humours: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile. They thought these humours affected a person's health and mood.
"Doctors used to think that illnesses were caused by an imbalance of the humours."
interjection
Used to get someone's attention or to show surprise.
"Lo and behold! There's a rainbow!"
noun
Basic rules or beliefs that influence how you behave.
"He has strong moral principles and always tries to do what is right."
determiner
Used to refer to all the members of a group of people or things, thought of individually.
"Every student in the class passed the test."
noun
A type of amoeba that has a rod-like (rhabdo-) shape when it moves.
"The scientist studied the rhabdamoeba under a microscope to understand its movement."
noun
a noisy and violent public disturbance caused by a group of people
"The city had a big riot after the game, with people breaking windows."
noun
the act of cleaning with a broom or brush
"She used a broom to sweep the kitchen floor."
adjective
Very bright in color, especially so as to create an unpleasantly harsh or unnatural effect.
"The sky was a lurid red during the sunset."
adjective
Something that seems reasonable or believable.
"Her excuse for being late sounded plausible, so I believed her."
verb
To think about something again, especially when you have already made a decision.
"The boss asked me to reconsider my resignation."
adjective
Just and equal; following the rules. Not taking one side over another.
"The teacher tried to be fair to all the students."
noun
A long, narrow space that water can flow through. It can be natural, like a riverbed, or man-made, like a canal.
"The boat sailed down the narrow channel."
noun
A type of reptile that has four legs, a long tail, and scaly skin.
"I saw a small green lizard on the wall."
noun
The state of understanding something clearly.
"After reading the book, I had a moment of enlightenment and finally understood the concept."
adjective
The comparative form of 'free'. It means more free than something else.
"I feel freer now that I finished my homework."
adverb
In this way or manner; like this.
"The instructions were unclear, thus I made a mistake."
adverb
In a way that is not wise or sensible; foolishly.
"He acted unwisely by not listening to his parents' advice."
verb
To bend your body forward, especially to show respect.
"The actor took a bow after the play."
pronoun
Anything or everything that may be the case.
"You can choose whatever you want from the menu."
noun
The ability to understand and judge things quickly and well.
"Her business acumen helped her succeed in the competitive market."
verb
To know or think something will happen in the future.
"I can't foresee any problems with the plan."
noun
Careful thinking or planning about the future.
"She showed great forethought in saving money for her retirement."
verb
To get up, especially after sitting or lying down.
"I arise early every morning to go to work."
noun
Asia is the largest continent on Earth. A continent is a very large area of land.
"Many different countries are located in Asia."
noun
A system of beliefs about God or gods, often with rituals and rules.
"Christianity is a major religion in the world."
noun
The second month of the year. It comes after January and before March.
"My birthday is in February."
noun
a person who gives advice and help to someone younger or less experienced, often in work or school
"She found a mentor at work who helped her improve her skills."
noun
A stringed musical instrument. It is played with a bow.
"She plays the violin beautifully."
noun
A feeling of happiness and satisfaction.
"She felt a sense of contentment after finishing her book."
noun
A place that is protected and strong, like a castle or a walled city. It is built to defend against attack.
"The old fortress on the hill protected the city from enemies."
noun
Things that happen to someone, especially good things or bad things.
"The company's fortunes improved after the new CEO took over."
noun
A country in North Africa, known for its ancient history and the pyramids.
"I want to travel to Egypt to see the pyramids."
verb
To come together again in an organized way after being separated.
"After the storm, the team had to regroup to decide what to do next."
noun
A person who buys and sells things to earn money.
"The merchant sold spices and silk from faraway lands."
adjective
Known or recognized by many people.
"The actor became famous after starring in the movie."
noun
A small, thin, sharp piece of metal used for sewing.
"She used a needle and thread to fix the hole in her shirt."
adjective
Something that is invisible cannot be seen.
"The magician made the rabbit invisible."
noun
A very large number. It is one thousand million (1,000,000,000). It has nine zeros after the one.
"The company made a billion dollars in profit last year."
noun
An order written by a doctor that allows you to get medicine from a pharmacy.
"The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics."
noun
When two or more things happen at the same time by chance, without planning.
"It was a coincidence that we both wore the same shirt today."
verb
To get something, often by working hard or competing.
"I need to secure a good grade in my English class."
noun
An agreement between enemies to stop fighting for a certain time.
"The two countries agreed to a truce during the holiday season."
noun
A short way to say 'executive'. An executive is a person in a high position in a company, who makes important decisions.
"The company's exec made a big announcement today."
preposition
in every part of a place or thing
"She looked for her keys throughout the house."
adjective
Having more than one possible meaning; not clear.
"His answer was ambiguous, so I didn’t know if he meant yes or no."
noun
A natural quality or talent.
"She has a flair for languages; she learns them very quickly."
noun
The area in an airplane where the pilot sits and controls the plane.
"The pilot entered the cockpit and prepared for takeoff."
adjective
Continuing at full strength or intensity without any reduction.
"The storm raged on with unabated fury."
noun
The sport or activity of moving over snow on skis.
"I love skiing in the mountains during the winter."
verb
To walk slowly and heavily, usually because you are tired or it is difficult to walk.
"After a long day at work, I was trudging home."
verb
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, usually because you are tired or it is difficult.
"I had to trudge through the snow to get to school."
noun
A long, open container that is attached to the edge of a roof to collect and carry away rainwater.
"The rain flowed down the roof and into the gutter."
noun
A substance (like air) that is not solid or liquid. It can spread out to fill any space.
"Air is a mixture of different gases."
English Translation
game
"They played a quick 'partie' of chess during their lunch break. (They played a quick game of chess)"
noun
A room, usually used for a special purpose.
"The judge met with the lawyers in his private chamber."
adjective
Something that is desirable is something that you want or would like to have.
"A new car is desirable, but I can't afford it."
noun
A situation where two or more people or groups are competing with each other.
"There is a big rivalry between the two football teams."
noun
a feeling of great happiness and excitement, often shown by smiling or laughing
"She felt glee when she won the game."
noun
Sexual activity between two people, where the man puts his penis inside the woman's vagina.
"The doctor asked about the frequency of coitus."
noun
A common yellow flower with jagged leaves. After it flowers, it turns into a white puffball of seeds that can be blown away.
"The children were picking dandelions in the park."
noun
A kiss, especially a long or passionate one.
"They shared a quick smooch before he left for work."
noun
The quality of being confident and direct in expressing your opinions and needs.
"She showed assertiveness when she asked for a raise at work."
noun
The quality of being clear, logical, and convincing.
"The lawyer presented his case with great cogency, persuading the jury."
English Translation
spirit of the age
"The movie perfectly captured the zeitgeist of the 1960s."
verb
To move your body away from something because you are scared, disgusted, or embarrassed.
"I cringed when I saw him fall."
noun
Something that you did not expect to happen.
"The party was a big surprise for her birthday."
verb
To begin to grow or increase rapidly; to flourish.
"The burgeoning city is attracting many new residents."
adverb
Used to connect two sentences or clauses that show a contrast or something unexpected.
"I was very tired; however, I still finished my homework."