Unit 6 - 6G

the planet earth, where we all live

His dream is to sail around the world.

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

I buried my feet in the warm sand at the beach.

a white or gray visible mass of water vapor floating in the air

My little son was looking up at the sky and showing me the fluffy white clouds.

a part of a plant from which the seed or fruit develops

I decided to buy myself a bouquet of flowers to brighten up my home.

a plant with thin, short, and green upright leaves, commonly found in gardens, parks, etc.

After a long winter, the grass in our garden has started to turn green again.

to crush something into small particles by rubbing or pressing it against a hard surface

She had to grind the coffee beans before brewing her morning coffee.

the circular object going around the earth, visible mostly at night

Can you see the moon peeking out from behind the clouds?

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty.

a solid material forming part of the earth's surface, often made of one or more minerals

She collected interesting rocks during her trip to the beach.

a pale brown substance that consists of very small pieces of rock, which is found in deserts, on beaches, etc.

The children built castles with the soft sand on the beach.

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

I hear the sound of seagulls near the sea.

the space above the earth where the sun, clouds, stars, and the moon are and we can see them

The dark clouds covered the sky, signaling an approaching storm.

small, white pieces of frozen water vapor that fall from the sky in cold temperatures

After the storm, the ground was covered in a thick blanket of snow.

(astronomy) a shining point found in large numbers in the night sky

I looked up at the night sky and saw a shooting star.

the event during which the sun comes up

We watched the sunrise from the top of the mountain.

the event during which the sun goes down

The sunset marked the end of a perfect day.

a very tall plant with branches and leaves, that can live a long time

I enjoyed the sweet scent of blossoms on the flowering tree.

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on.

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

I check the weather forecast every morning to plan my outfit.

the middle part or point of an area or object

She placed a vase of flowers on the center of the dining table.

the length of the space that is between two places or points

The distance between New York City and Los Angeles is over 2,700 miles.

the direction or side that is toward the east when someone or something is facing north

The sun rises from the east, which is to the right if you're facing north.

to go away from somewhere

She left her friends at the party without any goodbye.

the lowest part or point of something

He's waiting at the bottom of the stairs, ready to greet everyone as they arrive.

the point or part of something that is the highest

The top of the building was adorned with a stunning spire that reached toward the sky.

the part of a photograph, etc. that is situated behind the main figures, etc.

The photographer adjusted the lighting to highlight the background behind the main subject.

the part of a scene, photograph, etc. that is closest to the observer

He placed an old truck tire in the foreground to add visual interest and texture against the snow-covered field behind it.

with little or no noise

The library was quiet, with only the sound of pages turning.

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

He painted a beautiful portrait of his sister.

to feel less worried or stressed

After a long day at work, I like to relax with a good book.

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

She prefers using natural ingredients in her skincare products to avoid harsh chemicals.

having many clouds up in the sky

I carried an umbrella with me because the weather looked cloudy.

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

I prefer to drink cold water on a hot day.

having a higher than normal temperature

I turned on the air conditioner because it was getting too hot inside.

having frequent or persistent rainfall

I like to listen to the sound of raindrops falling on the roof during a rainy day.

‌(of a period of time or weather) having or bringing snow

We had a snowy weekend in the mountains, surrounded by beautiful white landscapes.

having strong winds, rain, or severe weather conditions

The stormy skies darkened as the approaching thunderclouds rolled in.

very bright because there is a lot of light coming from the sun

It's a beautiful sunny day, perfect for a picnic in the park.

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach.

having a lot of strong winds

He had to secure his hat due to the windy conditions.

to try to find information in a dictionary, computer, etc.

I couldn't remember her phone number, so I looked it up.

to intentionally say or write something that is not true

She lies about her age to seem older.

to be upright on one's feet

He likes to stand on the balcony to feel the breeze.

to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight

After a long hike, we found a nice spot to sit and have a picnic.

to move forward at a regular speed by placing our feet in front of each other one by one

After the accident, doctors were unsure if he'd ever walk again.

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry.

a special kind of picture that is made using a camera in order to make memories, create art, etc.

The photographer captured a breathtaking sunset in a stunning landscape photograph.

go upward with gradual or continuous progress

the front part of our head, where our eyes, lips, and nose are located

He gently washed his face with warm water and soap.

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

He used metaphors to describe the power of nature in his poem.