All Lessons Example

SYNONYMS:

Synonyms for amazing/ great/ nice/ beautiful: wonderful, outstanding, stunning, gorgeous, charming, glorious, superb, magnificent, marvelous, splendid, fantastic

Neat= clean: organized# messy : chaotic

Synonyms for Bad: awful, terrible, horrible, poor, dreadful, miserable, harmful, wrong, obnoxious, appalling, lousy, annoying, nasty, ugly

Synonyms for Difficult: hard, harsh complicated, problematic, challenging, tricky, tough, demanding, exhausting, hectic, Frustrating, overwhelming, arduous, suffocating, severe,

Synonyms for Easy: simple, undemanding, painless, effortless, trouble-free, uncomplicated, achievable, unchallenging, soft, a piece of cake, light, smooth, convenient, accessible, basic, clear, doable, facile (the task was facile), straightforward, breezy,

Hassle-free, no-brainer, no-sweat,

Synonyms for Suggest: recommend, propose, present, offer, advise (verb)/ advice (noun) , hint= cue, put forward, put forth, encourage, submit

 

Synonyms for Many= plenty of, a lot of, countless, numerous, several, myriad, a variety of, multitude, vast, abundant,  loads, ample, bountiful, a wealth of, a great deal, a large number, a plethora, various, multiple

Synonyms for Strong= powerful = robust= resilient= tough = solid = mighty = fierce = intense = persistent = tenacious = forceful = vigorous = study = unbeatable = unyielding = unflinching = fearless = courageous

 

Synonyms for Weak= fragile= delicate = forceless = frail = faint = powerless = vulnerable = diminished= brittle= tenuous= soft = sickly = unsteady = exhausted =

IDIOMS:

Under the weather = sick = unwell 

I feel blue= Sad  

3 meanings of POOR:

1.Ahmed had an accident. Poor guy.

2. I bought a dress from SheIn. The quality is very poor.

3. I don’t have money. I’m poor.

Synonyms for advantages :

Benefits, pros, gains, perks, assets, strengths (noun) / strong (adjective), merits, profits, value, positive points/ aspects, edges (bonus, utility, potency, worth, favorability (favorite), privilege, helpfulness, usefulness)

 

 

 

 

Synonyms for disadvantages:

Cons, drawbacks, shortcomings, downsides, inconvenience, weaknesses, limits, risks, challenges, obstacles, difficulties, complications, struggles, hindrances, problems, issues, handicaps, liabilities, hurdles, flaws, defects, impediments, pitfalls, burdens, limitations

Advantages and disadvantages of learning a second language:

Advantages:

1.      Cognitive benefits: improves/ enhances/ betters/ boosts memory, problem-solving and multitasking skills/ talents.

2.      Social connections: helps in making friendships/ relationships.

3.      Travel benefits: easier communication while visiting other countries.

4.  Boosts creativity/ self-esteem: confidence

5.      Cultural understanding: enhances appreciation for different traditions and perspectives.

6.  Career opportunities: makes you more competitive in the job market.

Disadvantages of learning a 2nd language:

1.      Time-consuming: requires/ needs years of consistent practice.

2.      Financial costs: language courses and materials can be expensive/ costly.

3.      Frustration: can be discouraging when progress is slow.

4.      Interference with native language: mixing up grammar or vocabulary.

VOCAB:

Cognitive development

Fluency

Language barrier

Linguistic diversity = variety = difference

 How to say sorry: My apologies, my bad/ my mistake/ my fault, I apologize, pardon, sorry, I was wrong on that.

How to accept apologies: No biggie, never mind, it’s okay, don’t mention it, no worries, that’s all right, Don’t apologize, it doesn’t matter, apologies accepted, no harm done,

 

 

How to say can you wait? Give me a second, hang on a moment, I’ll be right with you, sorry I’m a bit tied up right now, don’t be so impatient, you’ll just have to be patient,

Half a moment,

How to say I’m happy: I’m over the moon, I’m (dead= very) chuffed, I’m very pleased, I’m on cloud nine, I’m absolutely/ extremely delighted, I’m loving every moment of ….., I couldn’t be happier. ///// I’m glad =grateful ممتن

 

How to say good luck: break a leg, wish you the best of luck, fingers crossed, knock them dead, you’ll do great, I hope things will turn on fine/ well, I’m rooting for you

How to say goodbye:  see you soon/ later, catch you later, talk to you later, bye for now, I must be going, I’ve got to get going, I’m off/ I’m out, keep in touch

 

How to say Busy: I’m slammed, I’m as busy as a bee, I’m buried (in work/ in exams), I’m (work) up to my knees, I’m up to my neck, I’m up to my ears, I’m tied up, I’m swamped, I’m overwhelmed (with work), I’m preoccupied, I have a lot on my plate, things are really hectic, I’m juggling a lot right now,

Ways to say it is important: It’s substantial, momentous, crucial, considerable, essential, principal, foremost, paramount, earthshaking, meaningful, influential, vital, key, cornerstone, prominent, noteworthy, remarkable, indispensable,

Ways to say for example:

For instance, such as, namely, to illustrate, as evidence, as a typical case, as a reflection, in other words, as proof, in particular, that is to say, to be specific, to give an idea, specifically, including

Way to say “well done”: Great job!,  nice one, bravo, brilliant, excellent work, outstanding, terrific, superb, you did great, keep it up, that’s the way, You’re a rock/ a star! Nailed it, keep going, kudos to you!, I’m impressed, top-notch, way to go!! Splendid! Killed it!

Better synonyms for BEAUTIFUL:

Stunning, gorgeous, glowing, radiant, elegant = classy, bewitching, enchanting,

breath-taking, appealing, angelic, charming, alluring, divine = majestic, dazzling, fetching, ineffable فوق الوصف

Way to say thank you: thanks a million/ a bunch, I’m really/ beyond grateful/ thankful, I’m in your debt (دين/ I owe you,

Much appreciated/ I appreciate it!, I was touched, you are an angel, I can’t thank you enough, how thoughtful of you, you’re the best!, you’re made my day/ night,

How to say you’re welcome:

Not at all! anytime! No need! Don’t mention it, It was nothing, don’t worry about it, the pleasure is all mine, my pleasure, of course, glad to help, honored to have helped,

You bet (informal), I’m here to help, just returning a favor, it was a privilege, let me know if I can help you in the future, my duty, that’s what good colleagues do/ are for, not a big deal,

 

Ways to say yes:

Indeed, sure, totally, sounds good, for sure, certainly, absolutely, undoubtedly, of course, definitely, cool, no problem, by all means, alright

 

Ways to say “how are you”? 

What are you up to?, what’s up? What are you up to? Howdy? What’s sizzling? 

What’s with the face? What’s new? What’s shaking? What’s up with the flow? How’s it going? How’s everything coming together? What are you heading? How’s life (treating you)? What’s good in the hood? How are you holding up? How are things coming along? How is life sailing? 

Other ways to say “I love you”: I’m fond of you, I cherish you, You are my treasure كنز, I adore/ yearn you, you are my everything, you rock my world, you light my flame, you light up my life, you stole my heart, you’re my happiness, you had me from hello, you’re all I want, you’re special (you’re one in a million= you’re one of a kind), I’m nuts (= crazy) about you, I love you to the moon and back, 

Other ways to say no: 

No way, I’m not interested, certainly not, no thanks, not now, not this time, not today, I’m afraid I can’t, I appreciate it but I’ll pass, I wish I could but.., I’ll need to bow out

Other ways to say “I’m joking”: 

I’m only being silly, I’m just having a laugh, just teasing, don’t take it seriously, I’m just messing with you, I was only playing around/ jesting, 

Other ways to say “I’m fine”: Doing great/ I’m good/ not bad, pretty good/ oh, just the usual= same old = different day, same existence/ I’m high-quality/ better than some/ so far, so good/ I’m managing= I’m hanging in there/ couldn’t be better/ I’m still sucking air/ I’m alive

Other ways to say: I have no money: 

Broke/ flat broke, no cash, out of cash/ money, skint, low on cash= short of money, strapped for cash, penniless, 

Other ways to say: I don’t understand: 

I don’t get it, it’s all Greek to me, it makes no sense, it’s beyond me, I can’t get my head around it, I don’t have a clue, it’s a mystery غموضto me, I don’t follow you, as clear as mud الوحل

Other ways to say: Let me know: keep me updated/ posted/ informed, fill me in, notify me, keep me in the know, keep me in the loop, keep me in the picture, enlighten me, get back to me when you can.

I don’t care= not interested, I couldn’t care less, who cares?, see/ bet if I care, talk to the hand, it’s doesn’t matter/ bother to me, not my business, so what?, doesn’t faze me, doesn’t make a difference to me. 

Clearly: obviously, surely, plainly, indeed, undoubtedly, unquestionably,  positively, without a doubt, it should be noted, importantly, evidently, needless to say, 

Phrases for agreeing: 

I totally agree, you are absolutely right, I’m with you, I feel the same, I couldn’t agree more, that’s a good point, no doubt about that, I was just going to say that, I can’t argue with you on that one, you have a good point there, tell me about it, 

Phrases for disagreeing: 

I see your point but, I beg to differ, I’m afraid (=sorry)I don’t agree, that seems obvious but, it is only partly true that, on the contrary, that’s not how I see it, I see that differently, 

How to express your opinion: I think, from my point of view, I strongly believe, In my opinion/ my view, I’d say that/ I’d suggest that/ as far as I know/ as far as I am concerned/ the main (= essential, principal, important..)points are.. , the way I see this.. , I figure that, if you ask me, I’m of the opinion that.. 

How to end a conversation: 

Sorry, I’ve got to go, I’m off/ I’m out/ / well, I’d better let you go now/ well, I won’t keep you any longer, it’s been good/ pleasure talking to you, nice talking/ meeting to you, let’s catch up soon, keep in touch, I have to rush off now, let’s meet up again soon, bye for now, let’s get together soon, take care

How to say congratulations?:

 Kudos to you! Hats off! You rock! Good one mate! Way to go! You did it! You’re the best! You’ve got it! Pat on the back!, That’s the way! You make it look easy! Cheers to you! Keep it up! Keep up the good work! Bravo! 

What’s for breakfast? 

Bread and pastry: bread, pancakes, buns, croissants, pie, toast, cookies, (cheese) cake, 

Sweets: jam, honey, chocolate 

Meat: bacon, sausages, nuggets,  

Dairy products: cheese, yogurt, milk, butter, 

Eggs: fried eggs, hard-boiled eggs, soft-boiled eggs, over boiled eggs, scrambled eggs 

Cereals: granola (bar), golden puffs, cornflakes, oatmeal, nuts

Fruits: strawberries, avocados, grapes, pomegranates, dates, pears, apples, plums, peaches, apricot, kiwi, watermelon, melon, bananas

Vegetables: onion, cucumber, potato, tomato, pepper, garlic, cauliflower, spinach, spinach, pumpkin, carrots, mint, red beet root, turnip, mushroom, radish, beans, peas, sweet potatoes, eggplant, cabbage, lettuce, zucchini

How to say this tastes good: 

Yummy, delicious, delish, tasteful, tasty, flavorful, appetizing, mouth-watering, luscious, divine, savory, rich, Lush, juicy, toothsome,  delectable, tantalizing

TASTE: 

Honey: sweet

Chilli/ Pepper: hot, spicy, piquant, 

Lemon: sour

Salt: salty

Bread: bland

Coffee: bitter

Biscuit: crunchy

Food idioms: 

Piece of cake: very easy

To go bananas: to become crazy (He went bananas.)

Bring home the bacon: to earn money (mu husband brings home the bacon.)

Have bigger fish to fry: have more important things to do. (I couldn’t attend the meeting, I had bigger fish to fry.)

That’s the way the cookie crumbles: that’s how it is

My plate is full: I’m busy

Spill the beans: tell a secret

How to say “I’m ready”: 

I’m (all) set, I’m ready to roll, all systems go, I’m good to go, I stand ready,  let’s roll! I’m pumped! 

Other ways to say: I will pay! 

It’s on me, it’s my treat, I got this, this is/ one on me, I’ll pick up the bill/ tab, let me get this, I’ll cover it

Other ways to say “I am unwell”:

I’m a little under the weather, I feel lousy, a bit rough, I’m feeling off, I’m a bit out of sorts, I’m not feeling myself, I’m not in the best of health, I’m dealing with a cold/ flu/ fever.. 

 

I feel down = I’m sad 

 

Feelings:

How do you feel?

Angry: Irritated, annoyed, frustrated, mad, furious, fuming, heated, agitated

Happy: delighted, joyful, overjoyed, positive, fun, I’m over the moon, optimistic (hopeful) exhilarated, blessed

Calm: content, relaxed, focused, mindful, restful, peaceful, soothing, still, relieved,  

Stressed: anxious, worried, concerned, nervous, scared, afraid, fearful, alarmed, 

Hurt: lonely, upset, down, miserable, crushed, left out, blue, sad, unhappy, shattered, broken, low

Special: supported, valued, cherished, appreciated, treasured

, grateful, 

Compassion تعاطف

Warmth دفئ (noun) warm (adj)

Devotion: commitment : loyalty

Courage: brave (adj) bravery (noun)

Determined = focused= strong-willed= assertive = resilient (adj)/ resilience (n)

Determination (noun) = will

He has an iron will. 

How was your day? 

Very very hot: blazing= scorching

Cool: chill = nice = decent 

Energetic = lively

Joyful = happy 

intense= overwhelming

calm= peaceful = relaxing= soothing

Silent = quiet

Warm = cozy

Dry = arid

Busy = bustling =eventful

Magical = enchanting

Person: adj + Ed / object: adj + ing

My friend is excited. The film was exciting. 

 

It is expensive: 

It’s too pricey for me.

It’s out of my budget. 

I can’t afford it right now.

It’s beyond my means. 

It’s too rich for my blood. 

It’s overpriced. 

It’s exorbitant (very expensive)

It’s a bit out of my league. 

It’s a bit of a splurge.

It’s too high-priced.

It’s too lavish for me. 

It’s too extravagant. 

Other ways to say it’s difficult:

Challenging, demanding, complicated, troublesome, overwhelming, intimidating, draining, taxing, rigorous, daunting, onerous

Other ways to say “hate”: 

scorn, detest, despise, loathe,

I can’t stand … I don’t like = I disapprove

 

Ways to say stupid: 

Idiot, clod, pinhead, airhead, loon, numbskull, dimwit, lummox, ignoramus, 

Ways to say OLD= ancient, aged, antique, archaic, vintage, worn, out-of-date, old-fashioned 

NEW= modern, brand new, novel, fresh, current, latest, contemporary, recent, 

I’m hungry= I’m starving, I’m famished, my stomach is growling, I’m hungry as a wolf, 

I can eat a whole cow, I’ve got the munchies, I have an appetite, 

Ways to say “It’s boring”:

boring = tedious = dull

What a bore! It bores me to tears, it leaves me cold, it’s as dull as ditch-water, it’s as interesting as watching paint dry, I can’t see what all the fuss is about. 

Introduce yourself: 

Name: hello, my name is…….. 

Country: I’m from …. 

City: I live in ………. 

Age: I’m ………. (Years old)

Job: I work as a/an.. /I’m currently unemployed/ housewife

Majorاختصاص : my major is …/I’m doing my Masters in ..

Hobbies: I like (+ verb ing)/ My favourite hobby is ../ drawing 

Dream: I would like to be a/an … because…  

How to say I’m confused:

I’m puzzled, I am perplexed, I’m baffled, I’m bemused, I’m muddled, I’m bewildered,  I’m discombobulated

Ways to say “BIG”: large

Enormous, sizable, whopping, mega, gigantic, massive, colossal, vast, grand, oversized (clothes), roomy / spacious (spaces), king-sized (beds), immense, monumental,

Practice Reading:

Food is more than just something we eat, it is a big part of our culture and traditions. Every country has its own special dishes that people enjoy. For example, in Italy, pasta and pizza are very popular, while in Japan, sushi is a famous dish.

Fresh ingredients are important for a healthy diet. Fruits, vegetables, and proteins give our bodies the nutrients they need. Many people like to cook at home because they can choose fresh ingredients and prepare meals in a way they enjoy.

 

Work is an important part of life. It helps people earn money, learn new skills, and meet others. There are many types of jobs, such as teachers, doctors, engineers, and artists. Some people work in offices, while others work outside or from home.

Having a job gives people a sense of purpose. It can be challenging, but it also brings satisfaction. Teamwork is important in many jobs because people need to cooperate to complete tasks.

Work-life balance is also necessary. People should have time to relax, spend time with family, and enjoy hobbies. A good balance helps people stay happy and motivated in their jobs.

 

The 3 Words Game:

3 dif animals: cat, dog, mouse

3 dif vegetables:carrots, tomatoes, onions

3 dif pets: dog, cat, bird, snake

3 dif jobs:teacher, doctor, lawyer, carpenter, butcher, vendor

3 dif drinks:water, coffee, tea, juice

3 nationalities: Egyptian, Tunisian, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Palestinian

3 fruits: apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, blueberries, 

3 seasons: summer, autumn (fall), winter (spring)

3 family members: father, mother, father-in-law, sister-in-law, sibling, daughter, son, nephew, niece, step mom, step sister, half-borther

3 bugs/ insects/ arachnids: ladybugs, butterflies, flies, bees, ants, spiders, 

3 house furniture: sofa, chair, carpet, bookshelf, dining table, pillow, closet, vanity

3 sports: swimming, running, basketball, tennis, biking, boxing

3 feelings: grateful, stressed = anxious, angry = furious, peaceful = calm, excited, overwhelmed, 

3 types of transportation: airplane, ship, train, boat, car, bicycle, bus, 

Sh ش / ch تش

sheep/ cheap/ chair/ fish/ shop/ chain/ share/ church/ shot/ chase/ shade

architect

3 types of clothing: scarf,  jacket, shoes, t-shirt, pants, coat, dress, hoodie, blazer, suit, tie, socks,  slippers, 

3 body-parts: nose, mouth, lips, jaw, cheek, heart, chest, elbow, forehead, abdomen, legs, hands, fingers, toes, knees, chin, tongue, shoulder, palm, ears, neck, eyebrows, eyelids, back, calf

3 hobbies:listening to music, reading books, drawing, painting, writing, traveling, cooking, photography, running, swimming, dancing, playing guitar/ piano, sculpting, crafting, hiking, camping, fishing, 

bullying

Interview Questions and Answers: 15/ 20 mins

1. Tell me about yourself: 

Don’t focus on: Age/ Family/ hobbies

Focus on: Education/ Work experience/ clubs, associations, events/ goals 

I studied/ I majored in/ I have a degree in English

I have a lot of experience/ interest in … (areas of your past work/ interests)

I studied ……. at …. university, and I’ve been working for ………. for the last 3 years. I currently … (run clinical tests). I’m very interested in the field (domain = sphere) of …….. and I’d like to move into more of a management position.

2. What is your greatest strength? 

3. What is your biggest weakness?

Strengths:

Leadership ability/Communication skills/ public speaking/ problem solving/ creative thinking/ quick to adapt/ analytical skills/ work in teams (teamwork)/ discipline/ responsible/ open-minded/ multitasking/ time management/ I’m a people person/ I take initiative = proactive

Weaknesses: 

detail-oriented/ taking on too much work, public speaking/ perfectionism/ asking for help (I like to solve problems independently)

****Say your weakness and ALSO say something you’re doing to improve it:

 

I need to be a little better organized. I’m working with a new time management system to help me keep track of many/ multiple/ various projects and meet all deadlines.

4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 

DON’t SAY: I plan to move on to a different job/

I hope to be in charge of the whole company

Say: how you hope to improve your skills/ contribute to the company work. 

EXAMPLE: Over the next 5 years, I want to continue developing my skills so that I can become an expert in my work.

At the end of the interview: Do you have any questions me/ us?

Ask about the position: get more details about the job (you should always have a question ready.)

Example: What’s the next step? 

Ways to say “I’m busy”

I’m up to my neck/ ears/ I’m up to my eyes/ I’m swamped/ I’m tied up/ I’m snowed under/ my plate is full/ I’m buried in work/ exams

Maria’s heart is beating fast. Tomorrow, she has a job interview for a sales (to sell) assistant position, and she feels both excited and nervous. She really wants the job, but what if she says the wrong thing? To calm herself, she prepares carefully. She researches the company, practices answering questions, and chooses a professional outfit. Even with all this preparation, she still feels anxious (stressted). On the day of the interview, her hands feel cold, but she takes a deep breath and walks in with a smile. As she answers the interviewer’s questions, her confidence grows. By the end, she feels proud of herself. A few days later, when she gets the call saying she got the job, she feels pure happiness—and relief!

Walk 

Talk

Would

should

CH: تش chair, choose, chip 

SH: ش shoes, ship , sheep

Breath (n) breathe (verb)

PREFIXES/SUFFIXES:

ANTI- (against): antifreeze/ antibiotic/ antisocial/ 

-ABLE (ability / capable of): teachable/ likable/ adaptable/ preferable/ laughable/ comfortable

DE- (away/ removal): decline/ derial/ decrease/ decode/ deforest / deload

MIS- (bad/ wrong/ difference): misbehave/ misread/ misspell/ misunderstand/ misplace/ miscarriage/ miscalculate

DIS- (not/ opposite/ refuse): disown/ disappear/ disagree/ dishonest/disobey

SEMI- (half/ part/ somewhat): semiannual/ semicolon; / semisweet/ semiarid/ 

EXTRA- (beyond/ in addition to): extracurricular/ extraordinary/ extrasensory

-OLOGY (study of/ subject): ecology, psychology, technology, meteorology

-IVE (quality of/ relating to): aggressive/ protective/ attractive/ competitive/ interactive

-ISM (belief) activism/ capitalism/ ageism

IM-( not/ opposite of): imperfect/ immortal/ impatient/ impolite/ impossible/ immature

OVER- (above/ crossing a barrier/ extra): overdo/ overflow/ overreact/ oversized/ overdose/ overprotective/ overqualified/ overthinking

INTER- (between/ together): interfere/ interactive/ intermediate/ interaction/ international/ interconnected

CO- (together/ jointly): coexist: cofounder/ copilot/ coproduction/ coworker/ cooperate

SUPER- (over/ beyond/ above); superman/ supernatural/ superscript/ superfine/ superstar/ superpower

EN- put into/ to cause: encourage/ enlighten/ entertain/ entrust/ enroll/ endure

IN- (not): independent/ inability/ incorrect/ incredible/ indefinitely/ informal

TRI- (three): trilogy/ triangle/ trio/ triathlon/ tripod/ trimester/ 

-FUL (full of): painful/ mouthful/ handful/ helpful/ powerful/ peaceful/ thankful/

PRE- (before/ in front of) prepare/ prepay/ preschool, prefix/ preview/ prevent 

-LESS (without/ inability): fearless/ childless/ hopeless/ effortless (easy)/ armless/ spotless (clean)/ careless (indifferent)

MICRO- (small, underdeveloped): microscope, microcomputer, microfossil,  microphone, microfiber

EX- (out of/former): extract, expire, extinguish, excavate, exterminate

-SHIP (condition/ state of), spaceship, membership, courtship, ownership, friendship, citizenship

MID- (partial/ near the middle): midsection, midlife, midriff, midair, midwinter, midnight, midday

RE- (again/ repetition): repay, rematch, rewind, recharge, refresh, rewrite, reread, replace, return,

-ING (actively doing): singing, yelling, crying, walking, eating, sleeping,

UN- (not, against, opposite): uncertain, unhappy, untrue, untidy, unfinished, uncomfortable, unreal

SUB- (under, beneath): subtitle, subway, submarine, subdivided, substance

-LY (behaving like, having characteristic): likely, sickly, proundly, smelly, rarely, mostly, randomly

-ER (someone who): teacher, baker, writer, builder, welder

-ED (attributes of): bored, annoyed, confused, tired, inspired, excited, focused

 

Prepositions of time: IN/ON/AT 

IN: seasons (in fall, spring, winter)

Weeks: in three weeks

Decades (a decade: 10 years), in the 90’s

Centuries: (in the 20th century)

Years: in 2024, in 1925

Months: in January, in April

In the morning/ in the afternoon

ON: days: on Saturday,  on Wednesday

Dates: on the 15th of February

AT: time: at 12 o’clock

Mealtimes: at lunchtime, at dinnertime

At night/ at the weekend

Festivals: at Christmas, at New Year

My grandmother was born in 1927.

I ate too much meat at  Eid al Adha.

Ali gets up at 7 o’clock.

I will return it to you on Saturday.

The river near my house is dry in Summer. 

Ordering Adjectives: 

If you’re using more than 1 adj in a sentence, you should list them in the following order:

1. Number: three, several, few, 

2. Opinion: ugly, lovely, nice, disgusting, delicious

3. Size: large, small, little, itty, enormous

4. Shape: round, flat, square, 

5. Age: old, young, new, modern, antique, 

6. Color: pink, yellow, bright, dull (boring), colorful, 

7. Pattern: striped, plaid, polka-dot

8. Origin: English, French, Tunisian, Danish, German

9. Material: plastic, metal, silk, leather, wood

10. Purpose: cleaning, sleeping, camping, race

Example 1: Beach balls: yellow, two, plastic, large

There are two large yellow plastic Beach balls on sale.

Example 2: Journal: leather, vintage, little, nice, golden 

I got you a nice little vintage golden leather journal for your birtdhay

Conjunctions: a conjunction connects words, phrases, and sentences. 

F   A     N    B     O   Y   S

For and nor but or yet so

For: can you grab the book off the shelf, for I am not tall enough to reach it. 

Nor: Hassan doesn’t like doing his homework, nor does he like going to school.

Or: We could go get ice cream, or we could go get pizza.

Yet: Projects can be really exciting, yet they can be really challenging.

So: It raining, so we will stay inside.

So = thus = therefore

Modal verbs: 

Can (ability, possibility, permission): Can I go to the park? I can swim.

Could (polite requests/ tentative possibilities): could you pass the salt, please? 

Will (future tense, willingness): she will be here soon. I will do my best. 

Would (polite requests, preferences): would you mind closing the door? I would like to have tea.

Shall  (suggestions, offers): shall we go for a walk? I shall do my homework later.

Should (recommendations, obligation): Lobna should eat more. She should finish correcting her exams.

Must (necessity, strong obligation): You must wear a seatbelt, I must finish this report today. 

May (possibility, permission): She may come to the party.

 

May I borrow (#lend) your pen? 

Might  (uncertain possibilities): It might rain later. She might be at home. 

Ought to (= should): duties, moral obligations: you ought to apologize, We ought to be on time. 

Adverbs of frequency: 

100% always

90% usually
80% normally
65% often

50% sometimes

35% occasionally I go to the library.

20% seldom: Ahmed seldom meets his friends.

15% rarely: I rarely watch TV.

5% hardly ever watch Tunisian channels.
0% never: Mariem never drinks alcohol.

The day: 

Dawn

Morning

Noon = midday = 12:00 pm 

Afternoon 

Evening

Night

midnight

Dusk 

Describing Food

Sweet: (having a sugary flavour: cake, ice cream, lollipops..) 

Bitter: with a strong and sometimes unpleasant flavour)

Spicy: (having spices, pepper)

Smoky: having the taste of smoked wood

Greasy: tasting very much of oil/ fat

Creamy: think and smooth like cream

Crunchy: with a hard texture and that maskes a loud sound when chewed

Moist: wet and soft

Hot: spicy, that makes your mouth burn from strong chillies

Salty: having too much salt, usually used as a negative description.

Sour: having an acid taste (resembling that of vinegar)

Rancid: having an unpleasant smell or taste, usually because of decay. 

Bland: boring, not tasteful

Stale: not fresh, dry or hardened

Rich: contains a lot of flavours, or contains a large amount of (cream, butter, garlic, onions..)

Soggy: too soft because of liquid. 

Tasty: pleasant in taste

Juicy: full of juice/ tender 

Phone verbs: 

Ring up (to telephone) 

Answer (to speak in response

Speak up (speak louder) 

Hold on (to wait)

Hang on - to keep the phone line open

Cut off (to stop suddenly)

Break up ( sound is unheard)

Hang up ( to end a phone call)

Pick up ( to lift or take up the phone)

Call back (to return a phone call) 

IN / ON / AT: PLACE

In: for an enclosed space: in the garden, in London, in Germany, in a box, in my pocket, in a building, in a car, in the kitchen, in the park

On: for a surface: on the wall, on the cover, on the floor, on the menu, on a bus, on a plane, on a horse, on the carpet, on a phone

AT: at the cinema, at the corner, at the door, at the top of the page, at the entrance, at the front desk, at home, at the end of the road

I saw her at the bus station.

On a bus/ in a car

Your books are on the table.

Your bag is in the kitchen.

Ahlem sits at the desk.

In a Taxi / in a car

On a bus/ on a train

In a helicopter/ on a plane

On a ship/ in a boat

Many (countable nouns) apples, students, cars, trees, tables

Much (uncountable nouns) bread, water, tea, coffee, rice, sugar, salt, sand, money

How much is the entrance fee?

Soulaima has many cats.

It doesn’t need much milk.

How many people are there in the world?

A few: represents a positive quantity + plural countable nouns. 

He has a few good friends.

Few: represents a negative quantity + plural countable nouns. 

Amal has got few friends in the city so she’s lonely.

Ahmed has few followers on Instagrm.

We stayed a few  days in Paris.

#

A little + uncountable plural nouns (positive)

Little + uncountable plural nouns (negative)

 

I need A little  sugar, I will make tea.

There was little  time to finish my homework.

Few (countable nouns) = little (uncountable)

 

Ride and Drive

Ride a bike/ bicycle

Ride a horse

Ride a camel

Drive 

Drive a car/ a taxi

Drive a bus/ a train

Get on/ get in 

Get on + a plane/ a boat/ a train/ a bus/ a bike

Get in + a car/ a taxi/ a truck

 

Irregular plural nouns:  

Person => people

Foot => feet

Tooth => teeth

Child => children 

Mouse => mice 

Sheep => sheep 

Fish => fish 

Leaf => leaves

Goose => geese

Man => men 

Woman => women 

Life => lives 

Cactus => cacti

Half => halves 

Loaf => loaves 

Idioms: 

From scratch: from the beginning

Last resort: the only choice that remains

Bear in mind: keep in mind

Along the lines of: in a similar way

In the long run: over a long period of time

Go hand in hand with: closely related 

The bottom line: the main point

IELTS: PRACTICE SESSION

Listening: 4 parts: 10 questions per part. 30 minutes

1. Filling a form

2. Monologue on different things

3/ 4. academic monologue

Reading: 3 parts: 60 minutes

3 academic texts 20 minutes each/ 11 or 15 questions per part

Writing: 2 parts, 60 minutes 

Task 1: 20 min, 150 words 

Describe a map, a graph, a process

Task 2: 40 minutes, 250 words,

An academic essay

Speaking: 3 parts: 11/ 15 minutes

Part 1: 4-5 minutes: intro and simple questions 

Part 2: 3-4 minutes

1 min prep + 2 min to speak

(cue card)

Part 3: 4-5 min follow-up for part 2

IELTS SPEAKING PRACTICE: 

Part 1: what do you use the internet for

Do you have a favourite season? What activities do people in your country typically do during summer?

Do you travel by public transportation?

When was the last time you traveled by public transportation? 

What is the most common mode/ means of transport in your country?

Part 2: Speaking cue card topics: 

1. Describe something that surprised you

2. Describe a time when you lost your way

3. Describe an actor or actress whom you admire

4. Describe a game you played in your childhood

Recycling: 

Do you recycle at home, why/ why not? 

I think/ strongly believe that recycling is very important (key/ vital) for the environment.  For instance, I separate plastic bottles from regular waste (garbbage, rubbish), it’s a small effort, but it helps in saving resources and keeping our surroundings clean. 

Topic: Food 

What kind of food do you usually consume? What do you feel about fast/ street food? What is the traditional food in your country? Common dish? 

IETLS VOCAB WORDS

 Begin: initiate, commence, inaugurate

Awful: abominable, dreadful,

Big: gigantic, enormous

Come: arrive, approach

Cut: chop, slash, slit

Destroy: demolish, slay, ruin

Decide: determine, settle

Describe: portray, characterize 

end : terminate, conclude

cool: chilly, icy, frosty, 

Answer: respond

Beautiful (nice/ cute/ lovely/ amazing/ awesome/ wonderful): ravishing, dazzling, stunning, splendid, exquisite

Calm: serene, peaceful, tranquil

Dangerous: hazardous, risky, precarious, harmful

Bad: dismal, infamous, imperfect, spoiled, 

Ignorant: uninformed

Hold: grip

Full: packed

Angry: furious, enraged, fuming

Generous: giving 

Useful: handy

Hard: firm

Help: aid 

High: lofty 

Hate: loathe

Honest: sincere

Continue: pursue

Blame: condemn

Competitor: rival

Many:  abundant, plentiful

English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Many people learn English for work, travel, or studies. It helps them communicate with people from different countries.

Learning a language takes time 

and effort. It is important to practice every day. Reading 

books, watching movies, and speaking with others can help improve ( boost= better ) your English skills. Making mistakes is normal. The most important 

thing is to keep trying and not be afraid to speak.

There are many ways to learn English. Some people take classes, while others use apps or online courses. Listening to 

English songs and podcasts is also a great way to improve.

 

Everyone has feelings. Sometimes we feel happy, excited, or proud. Other times, we feel sad, angry, or worried. Feelings can change depending on what happens around us.

It is important to understand our emotions. When we know how we feel, we can express ourselves better. Talking to a friend or writing in a journal can help. If we feel sad or stressed, taking a walk, listening to music, or doing something we enjoy can make us feel better.

Other people also have feelings. When someone is upset, we can show kindness and listen to them. Understanding emotions helps us build good relationships with friends and family.