Vocabulary ( Pre Intermediate)

He keeps a few animals

He grows crops like barley

hopeless

scenery

coach

When the bus fares went up last month, my dad started cycling to work.

I got out of the taxi and almost walked away without paying the fare.

We were going to get the train to Paris, but in the end we decided to fly.

I’ve got a bus stop round the corner

this road bends to the left

pedestrian crossing

no overtaking

slow lane

the car swerved and crashed into a parked car

the machines are out of order.

please queue other side

please don't leave bags unattended

could you swap places with your colleague?

pupils usually take/do exams before they break up

he has no problem making himself understood

I’m trying to get through the course book so that we can do some revision

How are they getting on?

Could you mend my watch?

firefighter (in the fire brigade)

What does that involve?

Resignation

Look, it’s really pouring now.

she’s very sensible

I get on well with Mohamed ,

trends in sales

filthy

boxing ring / ice hoky rink / basketball court /golf course /ski slopes

we usually do a bit of jogging as well

3 consecutive Olympic games

Superb race

Ahly and zamalek drew one all (1–1). /

It was a two all draw between Egypt and Italy.

I started off with science fiction and thrillers

I fancy seeing this film

It is customary to take your shoes off before you enter a mosque.

When you’ve got your luggage from baggage reclaim, you go through customs and leave the airport.

overhead locker

Many restaurants offer three-course meals which include a starter (e.g.soup), main course (e.g. meat or fish) and dessert

it’s easier to undo a zip, and it’s also much quicker to do it up.

rucksack

I’m always happy with what I’ve got on

My wardrobe is full of clothes

if you can try to agree a lower price =..?

I got to know her

I haven’t seen you in a while. How’s tricks?

We’re just chillin’.

you’re really rocking those cool jeans! You’re really stylin

I lost track of where I put my glasses.

The meeting got off track

there are a lot of seaside resorts at which you can go for a stroll along the shore in the sunshine ☀

I gave her a ring this morning, but I couldn’t get through ; the line was engaged.

A person who commets a burglary is a burglar

Each constituency elects one person from one political party.

secret ballot

Change light bulbs for more energy-efficient ones

This dictionary’s fine for the time being

I went to the zoo the other day

fortnight

6 times 4

when it comes to working out the answer, I often get stuck.

nought point seven

Fractions and decimals

a bucket is used to clean floor

a jug of water / a tin of fruit

Just a drop of milk ،please!

Could I have a spoonful of sugar in my tea?

Excuse me, I won’t be a minute.

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sorry to keep you waiting – I won’t be long.

There was a hold-up on the underground.

I take your point but...

get used to

he should go on a diet.

My neighbour’s alarm went off in the middle of the night.

They arrived out of the blue

Does the name O. A ring a bell ?

He’s leaving in four days’ time

The platform is fine so far

she was able to come at once

I go to the Rig now and again

I’ve been up and down the street,

You’ll have to make up your mind soon.

burst into tears 😭

the company sacked me

he shows visitors round the factory.

really! What for?

I couldn’t believe my eyes!

they just can’t help it

We’re short of coffee ☕

He broke the plate on purpose

The workers are on strike

He doesn’t get on with his parents

We’ll take a short break and then carry on with the meeting

The shops are going to put up the price of bread.

When the hotel gets busy, we have to take on more staff .

We try to go away in August.

When does your train get in ?

We set off about 7.30.

I’ll call for them at 8 o’clock

How did the protests break into the congress ?

They put the journey off till Friday

I offered her a salary but she turned it down.

your English is improving. That’s good – keep it up.

He ran into me because he wasn’t looking

Their house is beyond the farm by the mosque

Only food purchased here may be eaten on the premises

he’s a nice bloke

I’m afraid I can’t make it this evening.

My brother saw the film and said it was a load of rubbish

send /Give my regards to Belal

I feel so out of touch with you emotionally

to and fro

I have mislaid my keys again