Classroom Language

to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

I can read this book easily.

to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually on a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil

Can you write your address on this form?

to use one's voice to express a particular feeling or thought

He spoke about his experiences during the meeting.

to give our attention to the sound a person or thing is making

Listen closely, and you can hear the birds singing in the trees.

to be the same as or similar to something else

His skills in tennis match those of a professional player.

to complete an action more than one time

The teacher regularly repeats important concepts to ensure understanding.

to turn our eyes toward a person or thing that we want to see

He looked at his watch to check the time.

to decide what we want to have or what is best for us from a group of options

When you go shopping, remember to choose quality over quantity.

to bring something to an end by making it whole

She completes her assignments before the deadline.