Vocabulary Guide

Mastering English vocabulary is key to becoming confident in communication. This guide is designed to take you from the basics to advanced vocabulary in a step-by-step format. Each lesson is thoughtfully organized, making it easy for learners to progress at their own pace. Whether you’re learning how to talk about family, navigating work-related terminology, or delving into more complex areas such as phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions, these lessons cover everything you need to build a strong vocabulary foundation. Dive in and start expanding your vocabulary today!

At the end of each lesson, there is a small quiz, please do complete the quiz.At the end of each lesson, there is a small quiz, so make sure to complete it and track your progress. Start expanding your vocabulary today!

Effective Vocabulary Learning (Basic to Intermediate)

  1. Learning Vocabulary
  2. Organising a Vocabulary Notebook
  3. Using Your Dictionary
  4. Guessing and Explaining Meaning

People and Relationships (Basic to Intermediate)

  1. The Family: Mother, Uncle, Relatives
  2. Life Events: Birth, Marriage, and Death
  3. Describing People: Appearance
  4. Describing People: Personality
  5. Idioms Describing People

Daily Life (Basic)

  1. Daily Routines
  2. The Place Where You Live
  3. Around the Home
  4. Food and Drink
  5. Clothes
  6. Health and Illness
  7. Shopping
  8. Cooking
  9. Transport: On the Road
  10. Notices and Warnings

Education and Study (Intermediate)

  1. Classroom Vocabulary
  2. Types of Schools and Educational Institutions
  3. Subjects and Courses
  4. Study Techniques
  5. Examinations and Grades
  6. Assignments and Projects
  7. School Supplies
  8. Academic Success and Failure
  9. Extracurricular Activities
  10. Teacher and Student Roles
  11. Classroom Etiquette
  12. Learning Styles
  13. Higher Education Vocabulary
  14. Homework and Study Habits
  15. Online and Distance Learning
  16. School Systems and Structure
  17. Academic Calendar
  18. Skills Development
  19. Assessment Types
  20. Languages of Study

Work and Business (Intermediate)

  1. Jobs and Occupations
  2. Talking About Your Work
  3. Job Titles and Roles
  4. Types of Employment and Contracts
  5. Job Application and Interviewing
  6. Office Supplies and Equipment
  7. Business Etiquette and Professional Behavior
  8. Workplaces and Industries
  9. Business Meetings and Communication
  10. Career Development and Promotion
  11. Types of Businesses and Organizations
  12. Project Management Vocabulary
  13. Financial Terms and Money Management
  14. Marketing and Advertising Vocabulary
  15. Sales and Customer Service
  16. Workplace Safety and Health
  17. Time Management and Productivity
  18. Leadership and Management Skills
  19. Remote Work and Digital Communication
  20. Business Travel and Networking
  21. Teamwork and Collaboration

Leisure and Entertainment (Intermediate)

  1. Books and Literature
  2. Films
  3. Music
  4. Theatre and Cinema
  5. Free Time at Home
  6. Eating Out
  7. Holidays and Travel
  8. Hobbies and Pastimes
  9. Performing Arts
  10. TV Shows and Streaming Services
  11. Travel and Tourism
  12. Outdoor Activities and Adventure
  13. Games and Board Games
  14. Social Events and Parties
  15. Food and Dining Out
  16. Fashion and Shopping
  17. Art and Museums
  18. Fitness and Wellness
  19. Photography and Visual Arts
  20. Festivals and Cultural Events
  21. Video Games and Online Gaming
  22. Popular Trends and Fads
  23. Relaxation and Self-Care

Sports (Intermediate)

  1. General Sport
  2. Soccer (Football)
  3. Basketball
  4. Cricket
  5. Tennis
  6. Baseball
  7. American Football
  8. Rugby
  9. Golf
  10. Table Tennis (Ping Pong)
  11. Badminton
  12. Hockey
  13. Boxing
  14. MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)
  15. Volleyball
  16. Athletics (Track and Field)
  17. Cycling
  18. Swimming
  19. Gymnastics
  20. Formula 1 Racing
  21. Ice Hockey
  22. Rugby League
  23. Skiing
  24. Snowboarding
  25. Surfing
  26. Wrestling
  27. Field Hockey
  28. Handball
  29. Lacrosse
  30. Squash
  31. Bowling
  32. Darts
  33. Snooker (Billiards)
  34. Archery
  35. Fencing
  36. Rowing
  37. Equestrian Sports
  38. Martial Arts (Karate, Judo, Taekwondo)
  39. Weightlifting
  40. Rock Climbing
  41. Skateboarding

Tourism (Intermediate)

  1. Travel Bookings
  2. Air Travel
  3. Hotels and Restaurants
  4. Sightseeing Holidays

The World Around Us (Intermediate)

  1. Countries, Nationalities, and Languages
  2. Weather and the Physical World
  3. Animals and Insects
  4. Physical Geography and Environmental Problems
  5. Towns and the Natural World

Communication and Technology (Intermediate)

  1. Newspapers and Television
  2. Phoning and Texting
  3. Computers, Email, and the Internet
  4. Social Media

Social Issues (Intermediate to Advanced)

  1. Crime
  2. Politics and Public Institutions
  3. Climate Change and Environmental Issues
  4. War and Violence
  5. Problems at Home and Work
  6. Global Problems
  7. The Media

Feelings and Actions (Advanced)

  1. Belief and Opinion
  2. Pleasant and Unpleasant Feelings
  3. Likes, Dislikes, and Desires
  4. Speaking and Communication
  5. The Six Senses
  6. Physical Actions and Movements
  7. Emotions and Moods
  8. Commenting on Problematic Situations
  9. Praising and Criticising

Basic Concepts (Advanced)

  1. Number, Quantity, Degree, and Intensity
  2. Time and Dates
  3. Distances and Dimensions
  4. Obligation, Need, Possibility, and Probability
  5. Sound and Light
  6. Possession and Giving
  7. Movement and Speed
  8. Texture, Brightness, Weight, and Density
  9. Success, Failure, and Difficulty

Everyday Verbs (Intermediate to Advanced)

  1. Have, Go, Do, Make
  2. Come, Take, Bring, Get
  3. Phrasal Verbs: Common Everyday Actions (Get Up, Put On, etc.)

Connecting and Linking Words (Advanced)

  1. Time: Connecting Words and Expressions
  2. Condition: If, Unless, Provided, etc.
  3. Cause, Reason, Purpose, and Result
  4. Concession and Contrast
  5. Addition
  6. Referring Words and Pronouns
  7. Discourse Markers in Spoken English
  8. Linking Words in Writing

Word Formation (Advanced)

  1. Suffixes: Forming Nouns and Adjectives
  2. Prefixes: Changing Meaning
  3. Roots
  4. Abstract Nouns
  5. Compound Adjectives and Nouns
  6. Binomials
  7. Abbreviations and Acronyms
  8. Multi-Word Expressions

Words and Grammar (Advanced)

  1. Conjunctions and Connecting Words
  2. Uncountable Nouns and Collective Nouns
  3. Verb Constructions
  4. Adjectives and Adverbs
  5. Prepositions: Place and Movement
  6. Phrasal Verbs and Verb-Based Expressions

Expressions (Advanced)

  1. Expressions with Do, Make, Bring, Take
  2. Expressions with Get, Set, Put, Come, Go
  3. Expressions with Other Common Verbs

Varieties and Styles (Advanced)

  1. Formal and Informal Words
  2. Similes and Metaphors
  3. Proverbs
  4. The Language of Signs and Notices
  5. Headline English
  6. US vs UK English

Counting People and Things (Advanced)

  1. Uncountable Nouns and Words in Plural
  2. Countable and Uncountable Nouns with Different Meanings
  3. Making Uncountable Nouns Countable
  4. Containers and Contents

Key Verbs (Advanced)

  1. Make, Do, and Take: Uses and Phrases
  2. Key Verbs: Give, Keep, and Miss
  3. Get: Uses, Phrases, and Phrasal Verbs
  4. Go: Meanings and Expressions

Words and Pronunciation (Advanced)

  1. Commonly Mispronounced Words
  2. Onomatopoeic Words
  3. Homophones and Homographs

Functional Language (Advanced)

  1. Apologies, Excuses, and Thanks
  2. Requests, Permission, and Suggestions
  3. Opinions, Agreeing, and Disagreeing
  4. Likes, Dislikes, Attitudes, and Preferences
  5. Greetings, Farewells, and Special Expressions

Style and Register (Advanced)

  1. Formal and Informal English
  2. Completing Forms and CVs
  3. Writing an Essay
  4. Formal Letters and Emails
  5. Informal Emails and Messages
  6. Abbreviations

This comprehensive vocabulary content guide has been arranged from basic to advanced, making it easier for learners to progress gradually and build a strong understanding of vocabulary.

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