Everyday English (Unit 12)

what we say to show we are happy for something someone did

Thank you for being there when I needed someone.

a word we say when we leave or end a phone call

Goodbye, I hope to see you again.

a word that we use to greet someone when they arrive

Welcome, Come on in and make yourself at home.

pleased about something

She was glad to hear the news of her friend's success.

a feeling of great enjoyment and happiness

She felt immense pleasure upon hearing the good news about her promotion.

expressing or feeling appreciation for something received or experienced

She felt grateful for the support of her friends during tough times.

the ability in a person that makes them think, feel, or imagine

She has a brilliant mind for solving puzzles.

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

During the meeting, please mention any concerns or suggestions you may have.

to use words and our voice to show what we are thinking or feeling

He was saying that he wanted to quit his job and travel the world.

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

At the museum, you can explore artifacts and relics from different historical kinds.

used to indicate movement into one side and out of the opposite side of something

The cat slipped through the fence and disappeared into the bushes.

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

Despite his rough exterior, he cares a lot about his friends.

success and good fortune that is brought by chance and not because of one's own efforts and actions

She attributed her sudden promotion to luck, believing that the timing of her boss's retirement played a significant role.

the feeling of enjoyment or amusement

Our trip to the zoo was full of fun and excitement.

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight.

to reach a location, particularly as an end to a journey

After a long flight, we finally arrived in Paris.

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures.