540 English Words for Everyday Life - Basic Vocabulary #27

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Multiple common items and concepts are defined and explained, including food, numbers, weather terms, holidays, and more. The text also offers tips on effectively memorizing vocabulary words through spaced repetition flashcards and word banks.

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Credit cards allow immediate purchases with payment settlement later.
Keys unlock doors and objects, like cars.
A driver's license legally permits driving a car.

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A credit card is a payment method allowing immediate purchases with later payment settlement to the credit card company.

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Summary

00:00

Common Foods and Everyday Objects Explained

Rice is a common food, often eaten as a side dish or main dish.
Bread is a popular carbohydrate, commonly eaten as toast in the mornings.
An egg refers to the raw form of an egg, which can also be cooked.
Noodles are countable and often found in soup or pasta dishes.
An alarm clock is a clock with an alarm function, often set for early mornings.
A door is used to enter or exit a room, and can be opened or closed.
A remote control allows for controlling devices from a distance, like a TV.
Wiping refers to cleaning surfaces, like floors or tables.
A menu is a list of choices, often found in restaurants or on computers.
A magazine contains articles or photographs, usually published monthly or quarterly.

23:58

"Everyday Objects and Concepts Explained Briefly"

A hard-boiled egg is being cut on a cutting board.
A sink is a place for washing hands or dishes, and it is almost full.
A bowl, used for soups or liquids, is currently empty.
An exit is the way out, opposite the entrance.
A map is a guide to locations, whether physical or digital.
A suitcase is for storing belongings while traveling.
A tourist visits temporarily to see famous sights.
Politics involves discussions about government and policies.
Biology is the study of living organisms.
Economics focuses on the economy and money flow.

48:49

Market, Prices, Coupons, Aisles, Bags, Photos, Soda

A market is a place where individual sellers can sell things to customers, often outdoors.
Prices refer to the cost of items in a store.
Coupons are used to get discounts on products, either on paper or digitally.
An aisle is the open space between rows of items, like seats on an airplane or shelves in a supermarket.
A bag is used to carry things, and it can be big or small.
A photograph is a picture, with the term being more formal than "picture."
Soda is a non-alcoholic drink with bubbles and high sugar content.
A kettle is used to heat water, also known as a teapot.
A pot is a kitchen item used for soups and stews.
A frog is a small green creature often found near lakes and rivers.

01:14:11

"Numbers, Rooms, and Spaces in a House"

The number after 87 is 88.
The company has 88 employees.
The number just before 100 is 99.
His grandfather is 99 years old.
The first three-digit number is 100.
There are 100 people in my school.
The living room is a space for relaxation in a house, typically furnished with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a television.
A dining room is specifically for eating, usually containing a table and chairs, located next to the kitchen.
A hallway in a house provides access to various rooms.
An apartment is a single or series of rooms within a larger building, often with multiple units available for rent.

01:38:52

Essential Home Management and Life Milestones

Paying bills for utilities like electricity, water, and internet is crucial for home management.
Photography involves taking pictures and can be studied as a subject.
"Take off" can mean removing something or a plane leaving the ground.
A bedroom is where one sleeps, with a view often being a key feature.
The kitchen is where food is prepared, often with a table for dining.
Bathrooms typically have a bathtub, toilet, and a window for ventilation.
Graduation marks the completion of studies and academic achievements.
Promotion can refer to advertising or moving up in a job.
Anniversaries celebrate significant days like weddings or business openings.
Funerals are ceremonies to remember and grieve for those who have passed away.

02:04:05

Various objects and their definitions explained

1. A credit card is a method of payment where one pays for items instantly and settles the payment with the credit card company later.
2. A key is a tool used to unlock doors or other objects, such as a car key.
3. A driver's license is a legal certification permitting one to drive a car.
4. A forest is a vast natural area filled with trees, plants, and wildlife.
5. A river is a natural water feature that flows from higher to lower elevations.
6. The ocean is a large body of water covering a significant portion of the Earth's surface.
7. A lake is a smaller body of water surrounded by land.
8. A document can refer to paperwork or the act of recording information.
9. A computer is a common machine used for various tasks, including personal and smartphone use.
10. A fax machine is an older device used to send copies of documents to other locations.

02:31:19

"Words, Numbers, and Communication Devices"

The verb "want" expresses a desire for something, like cherries.
"Disgusting" is used to describe things that are terrible, like cockroaches.
The number 11 comes after 10, as seen in a department store with 11 floors.
Twelve, following eleven, can also be called a dozen, often referring to 12 o'clock.
Thirteen is considered unlucky by many, like a 13-year-old girl.
Email, short for electronic mail, is a common form of communication.
A cellular phone, or cell phone, allows calls from almost anywhere.
Text messages are written messages sent electronically.
The mouth is used for eating and speaking, also referring to a river's opening.
Cheeks are part of the face, with two cheeks being countable.

02:58:01

"Opposites, Animals, Weather, and Food"

"Low" refers to something near the ground, opposite of "high"
"Hi" is the opposite of "lo," indicating something far from the ground
"Fruit" is a sweet food category, often served on plates
"Octopus" is an animal with eight legs, some cultures eat it
"Shark" is a large, scary sea creature that can bite people
"Whale" is a large sea mammal, some peaceful, some aggressive
"Cloudy" describes weather with many clouds in the sky
"Cool" refers to pleasant weather, not cold
"Cucumber" is a healthy, refreshing food
"Bell pepper" is a food, often green, red, or yellow, sometimes bitter

03:26:11

US Holidays: October, November, December, Numbers

Halloween falls on October 31st, a popular holiday in the US.
November is known for Thanksgiving, a time for enjoying a large meal with loved ones.
November is one of four months with 30 days.
December is the final month of the year, associated with celebrations.
December 31st marks New Year's Eve.
"Can" signifies ability or possibility.
"Zero" represents the number for nothing.
"One" is the first number in English.
"Two" is the second number, often used for pairs.
"Three" is the third number, followed by "four."

03:55:49

Contractions, opposites, and memorization techniques explained.

"I'm" is a contraction of "I" and "am," pronounced with emphasis on the "m" sound, commonly used when introducing oneself like "I'm John."
"Goodbye" is a formal way to bid farewell, while "bad" signifies something negative or inappropriate, with "good" being the opposite, indicating positivity. "Pretty" describes beauty, while "ugly" is its opposite. "Easy" denotes simplicity, contrasting with "difficult," which signifies a challenge. "Near" refers to proximity, while "far" indicates distance. "Small" is the opposite of big, used for describing small objects or people.
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