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520 English Words for Everyday Life - Basic Vocabulary #26

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The video provides English lessons that teach 800 core words and phrases with practical examples, emphasizing the importance of reviewing previous lessons. Each new lesson introduces common items and vocabulary expansion alongside practical usage of words.

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Video lessons offer quick English word learning
Vocabulary expansion with practical examples
Importance of reviewing previous lessons emphasized
Introduction to common items and practical word usage

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What is a fork?
A fork is an eating utensil with prongs.
What is a living room?
A living room is a space for relaxation.
What is a wallet?
A wallet is used to store money and cards.
What is a beach?
A beach is where land meets the ocean.
What is a dictionary?
A dictionary provides word meanings.

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Summary

00:00

"English Lessons: Learn 800 Words Quickly"

Video offers English lessons to learn common words quickly
Full lessons, translations, and study tools available in the learning program
Series teaches 800 core English words and phrases
Each new lesson includes previous ones for review
Importance of reviewing previous lessons emphasized
Vocabulary expansion with practical examples like "cocoa" and "soft drink"
Introduction to common items like "bookshelf" and "bed"
Practical usage of words like "sweep" and "put away" explained
Introduction to items like "frying pan" and "cutting board"
Vocabulary expansion with examples like "tourist" and "politics"

23:57

"Common Utensils, Insects, and Professions"

A spoon is a curved utensil used for eating soups, stews, or ice cream.
Forks, spoons, and knives are common eating utensils.
A fork has prongs at the end, useful for picking up and stabbing food.
Bees make honey while pollinating flowers.
Ants are small creatures with six legs that live in the ground.
Snakes are typically found in forests or desert areas and are feared by many.
Milk is a popular drink and an important source of calcium for kids and adults.
A designer works in design-related fields like graphic, interior, or fashion design.
Artists create various forms of art, such as music, movies, or paintings.
Soldiers are employed by the military and participate in military activities.

49:08

Basic Words and Their Meanings

The word "seventh" refers to the number seven and is similar to "seven."
"Outside" indicates something not within a building, contrasting with "inside."
"Inside" denotes being within a building, opposite to "outside."
"Left" is the opposite of "right," indicating a specific side.
"Right" is the opposite of "left," specifying a direction.
"First" signifies the number one in competitions or rankings.
"Second" follows "first" and represents the number two in rankings.
"Third" follows "second" and denotes the number three in rankings.
"Soap" is used for washing hands, clothes, and dishes.
A "toothbrush" is utilized for cleaning teeth, not "teeth brush."
"Toothpaste" is used with a toothbrush for cleaning teeth.
"Shampoo" is a type of soap for cleaning hair.
"Information" can refer to anything heard or read.
A "farmer" grows food or raises cattle.
A "secretary" assists in office tasks like scheduling and answering phones.
A "banker" works in a bank with financial matters.
A "writer" creates written content like books or articles.
"Try" involves testing or attempting something new.
"Measure" is about finding the length, width, or weight of something.
"Keep" can mean holding onto something or continuing an action.
"Wait" involves pausing briefly for another activity.
"Brush" is used for combing hair or cleaning teeth.
"Shower" refers to cleaning the body with water.
"Wash" means to make something clean, like clothes or dishes.
"Leave" is to depart from a location.
"Check" can confirm something or refer to a bill at a restaurant.
"66" is the number following 65.
"77" comes after 76, like a door number.
"88" follows 87, indicating the number of employees in a company.
"99" is just before 100, like a grandfather's age.
"100" is the first three-digit number, representing a group of people.
A "living room" is a space in a house for relaxation.
A "dining room" is specifically for eating meals.
A "hallway" connects various rooms in a house.
An "apartment" is a single living space within a larger building.
A "house" is a standalone residence for a family.
"Exercise" involves physical activity for health benefits.
"Open" means not closed or available for business.
"Listen" is to focus on a sound or information.
A "birthday" celebrates the day someone was born.
To "retire" is to stop working, often at an older age.
"Pajamas" are sleepwear for comfort during sleep.
A "bra" or "brassiere" is worn on the chest by women.
"Wake up" is to stop sleeping and begin the day.
"Commute" is the journey to work or school.
"Eat" is to consume food for sustenance.
"Art" encompasses creative works like music and paintings.
"Literature" refers to written stories and symbols.
A "movie" is a visual entertainment medium.
"Music" is auditory entertainment for enjoyment.
To "answer" is to respond to a question or problem.
"Teach" involves explaining information to others.
"Ask" is to inquire or seek information from someone.
"Close" is the opposite of "open," often used with doors.
"Birth" signifies bringing something into the world.
"Work" refers to one's job or daily tasks.
"Turn on" starts a machine or device.
"Turn off" stops a machine or device by cutting power.

01:14:20

"Exploring Dining, Attending Events, and More"

To eat out means to go to a restaurant for a meal, often popular on weekends.
Attending refers to participating in an event or meeting.
West is the opposite of east, where the sun sets.
A necktie is an accessory worn around the neck, often by men.
A suit is professional attire, not to be worn with sports shoes.
Sneakers are casual and comfortable shoes.
21 is a significant age in the US, allowing legal drinking.
A student attends school or lessons.
Watching can refer to focusing on a movie or TV show.
A classroom is where lessons are taught, often in schools.

01:38:51

Essential Concepts in Everyday Life

A blackboard is a board that is black in color and requires chalk for writing, not markers.
A test can be both a noun, referring to an examination, and a verb, meaning to check someone's knowledge.
Textbooks are used for studying topics, covering the entire content throughout the year.
Front is the opposite of behind, facing towards someone.
A job is what someone does for a living to earn money.
A wallet is used to store money, bills, coins, receipts, and credit cards.
A purse is a bag used to carry daily essentials, often associated with women.
Ordering refers to requesting food or drinks at restaurants, cafes, or bars.
A field is a large open area of grass, used for sports like football or soccer.
A desert is a dry, sandy place with extreme heat, often associated with desolation.

02:04:42

"Exploring Land, Water, and Color Meanings"

A beach is where land meets the ocean, with activities either at or on the beach.
Rainforests are humid or tropical forests, common in Thailand.
An island is land surrounded entirely by water, like Japan.
A dictionary is a resource for word meanings, available in book or online form.
Blue is a color associated with coldness, like the bright sky.
Yellow is a bright color linked to cheerful feelings, as seen in Hannah's hat.
Orange is a bright color, often associated with the fruit of the same name.
Red mixed with yellow creates orange, a vibrant color.
Color can be a noun referring to any hue, like the wrong color.
White is a basic color symbolizing purity, but challenging to keep clean.

02:31:40

Various modes of transportation and popular fruits

Scooters are a convenient mode of transportation in the city, allowing for easy maneuverability.
Boats are water-based transportation methods, ranging from rowboats to luxurious yachts.
Jellyfish are undersea creatures that can sting as a defense mechanism.
Lobsters are popular and expensive sea creatures known for their delicious taste.
Crabs are sea creatures with large pinchers that typically walk sideways.
Turtles are slow-moving creatures with protective shells found in water bodies.
Bananas are sweet, yellow fruits that are popular and easy to peel.
Apples are common fruits found in red or green colors, often used for peeling.
Grapes come in purple or green colors and can vary in freshness.
Watermelons are large fruits with green exteriors and pink interiors, often bought in significant sizes.

02:59:18

"Exploring Basic Concepts in Few Words"

A jacket is a piece of clothing that provides warmth in autumn or spring.
To receive something means to get it, with "get" being a more casual term.
Searching refers to looking for something, often done on the internet.
Taking something means removing it from one place or choosing it.
Weak is the opposite of strong, indicating something lacking power.
Cold describes low temperatures, while hot refers to warm temperatures.
Funny things cause laughter, like sitcoms.
Peaches are sweet fruits, but some people may be allergic to them.
Soybeans are used to create products like milk, growing inside pods.
Vegetables are nutritious foods, including carrots and zucchinis.

03:29:52

Verbs and Time: A Brief Overview

The verb "see" is used to focus on something, like when tourists saw the sunset.
"Make" is used when creating something, such as the chef making orange juice.
"Use" is employed when applying or utilizing something, like the programmer using the computer.
"Today" refers to the current day, like when discussing today's homework.
"Yesterday" signifies the day before today, used when referring to past actions like yesterday morning.
"Tomorrow" is the day after today, often used when discussing future plans like "see you tomorrow."
A "week" consists of seven days, used for making plans or schedules, such as being busy this week.

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