Word groups: what job does the word do?

These groups describe the meanings used here. They do not list every possible use of each word.

Everyday choices

Nouns

Choose three words that name a thing, person or place in the meanings shown.

water

the clear liquid that people drink
Could I have a glass of water?

book

a written work with pages or a digital edition
I borrowed the book from the library.

phone

a device used to call, message and go online
My phone needs to be charged.

Verbs

Choose three words that describe an action in the meanings shown.

arrive

to reach a place
Please arrive ten minutes before the appointment.

decide

to choose after thinking
We need to decide which train to take.

enjoy

to take pleasure in something
I enjoy walking to work in good weather.

Adjectives

Choose three words that describe a quality in the meanings shown.

beautiful

very pleasing to see or hear
The old bridge is beautiful at night.

comfortable

pleasant to use, wear or be in
These shoes are comfortable enough for travel.

dangerous

likely to cause harm
It is dangerous to drive when you are very tired.

Useful conversations

Nouns

Choose three words that name a thing, person or place in the meanings shown.

chair

a seat for one person
Please take a chair near the window.

table

a piece of furniture with a flat top
Your order is ready at the table.

coffee

a dark drink made from roasted beans
She ordered coffee without sugar.

Verbs

Choose three words that describe an action in the meanings shown.

explain

to make something clear by giving details
Could you explain this charge on the bill?

invite

to ask someone to come or take part
They invited us to dinner on Friday.

prepare

to make something ready
I prepare lunch before I leave home.

Adjectives

Choose three words that describe a quality in the meanings shown.

difficult

needing a lot of effort or skill
The form was difficult to understand.

expensive

costing a lot of money
A taxi is faster but more expensive.

important

having great value or effect
It is important to keep a copy of the receipt.

Work and travel

Nouns

Choose three words that name a thing, person or place in the meanings shown.

bus

a large road vehicle for many passengers
The last bus leaves at eleven.

hotel

a place that rents rooms to travellers
The hotel is beside the station.

doctor

a person trained to treat illness
The doctor explained the test result.

Verbs

Choose three words that describe an action in the meanings shown.

communicate

to share information or ideas
Good teams communicate clearly and early.

discuss

to talk about something in order to understand or decide it
We will discuss the proposal tomorrow.

recommend

to say that something is a good choice
Can you recommend a reliable repair service?

Adjectives

Choose three words that describe a quality in the meanings shown.

economic

connected with trade, industry and money
The report describes the region's economic growth.

international

involving more than one country
She works with an international team.

necessary

needed for a purpose
No special equipment is necessary.