Essential English Vocabulary and Grammar

VOCABULARY

Topic 1

  • Arrange: Ordenar
  • Recognise: Identificar
  • Stand a Chance: Tener una oportunidad
  • Subject: Asignatura
  • Evaluate: Evaluar
  • Train: Preparar
  • Great at: Grande
  • Group: Grupo
  • Unwilling: Maldispuesto
  • Live up to: Contemplar
  • Make an effort: Hacer un esfuerzo
  • Work out: Planear
  • Pleased: Contento
  • Realise: Comprender

Topic 2

  • Actually: En realidad
  • Appearance: Aspecto físico
  • Craze: Moda
  • Dessert: Postres
  • Disappointment: Decepción
  • Exchange: Intercambiar
  • Get to know: Llegar a conocerse
  • In any case: En cualquier caso
  • Laughing:
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Crafting Effective Emails, Letters & More

Formal Email Example

Dear Mr. Fernandez,

I am writing to introduce myself and express my interest in potential job opportunities at your company, either now or in the future.

I am eager to work for your company and believe I can contribute valuable ideas. I am a quick learner and possess strong language skills in English, French, and German. Furthermore, I have one year of work experience in a similar sector.

I would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your company and any potential openings.

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Memorable Travel Experiences and Future Plans

Past Vacations: London

I had never traveled abroad, but this year, my mom gave me a trip for my birthday; we went to London for six days! I had always loved London. I had seen a lot of photos and videos of it, but I never imagined I would travel there! We had never flown before, so when we were on the plane, we were so scared! Finally, after two hours of flying, we arrived in London. Everything there was different: quiet, green, peaceful, and fun! The people who live in London are generous and quite

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Social Media, Technology, and Lifestyle Insights

Cigarettes and Smoking Cessation (July 2013 A)

Key Points:

  1. Sections:
    • a) Part 2
    • b) Part 4
  2. True/False Statements:
    • a) False: We are trying to arrive at a point… Country.
    • b) True: Cigarettes are full of toxins and cause… this explicit.
    • c) False: All levels of smoking are harmful.
  3. Vocabulary:
    • a) Ban
    • b) Appealing
    • c) Plain
    • d) Requiring
  4. Sentence Order: b / c / a

It has been said that smoking kills, but that does not make people aware and stop. Some measures to stop smoking would be to avoid buying tobacco and to stay

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English Grammar and Vocabulary: Present Perfect, Future Tense, and More

Present Perfect

FOR: Used with periods of time (for five minutes, for three years).

SINCE: Used with specific moments in the past (since last week, since Monday).

Present Perfect with JUST

JUST: Used to talk about something that just happened.

I HAVE JUST + Past Participle

Vocabulary

  • Homelessness, homeless
  • Hunger
  • Natural Disasters
  • Pollution
  • Poverty
  • Disease, Sickness
  • War

Charity Activities

  • Bake cakes and sell them
  • Do a sponsored run (participate in charity races)
  • Organize a party / disco (hosting a party / dance)
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Anaid’s Sicilian Witch Adventure: A Fantasy Tale

Anaid’s Sicilian Witch Adventure

Anaid and her companions journeyed to Sicily, where they met Valeria, a friend of Selene, and her daughter, Clodia, both witches. They imparted fascinating knowledge, though Anaid chose not to share it with Clodia, feeling guilty about neglecting her friends.

Some time later, they set sail. Valeria emitted a peculiar sound that attracted a pod of dolphins. Valeria swam with them, revealing herself as Anaid. In the water, the dolphins guided them to a rock. There, Valeria

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