Unit 10 - Lesson 3

to legally become someone's wife or husband

The couple decided to wed in a small, intimate ceremony with close friends and family.

someone who is invited to visit someone else's home or attend a social event

As a guest, it's important to respect the rules of your host.

a woman who is about to be married or has recently been married

The bride walked down the aisle, radiant in her white wedding gown, as the guests looked on with admiration.

a man who is getting married

The groom looked dashing in his tailored suit as he waited at the altar.

something given to someone as a sign of appreciation or on a special occasion

She received a beautiful bouquet of flowers as a birthday present.

to cover or give the details of an event in written or spoken form as a journalist on TV, etc.

Journalists regularly report on breaking news stories to keep the public informed.

having a high price

He bought an expensive watch as a gift for his father.

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

Taking a holiday in the mountains is a great way to escape the city and unwind.

a flat, typically round dish that we eat from or serve food on

He served the salad on a large ceramic plate.

a round, deep container with an open top, used for holding food or liquid

She filled the bowl with fresh fruit for breakfast.

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

The beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe.

something that is created or grown for sale

The bakery's best-selling product is its freshly baked bread.

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

The cake was adorned with chocolate shavings, making it irresistible to chocolate lovers.

a device used to measure and show time

I enjoy watching the hands of the clock move as time goes by.

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Sarah enjoyed her milkshake in a thick glass with a straw.

a border that surrounds a picture, mirror, etc.

The antique frame around the painting added a touch of elegance to the artwork.

a living thing that grows in ground or water, usually has leaves, stems, flowers, etc.

The gardener watered the plant every morning.

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

He lost his ticket and had to get a new one at the ticket counter.

to make something visible or noticeable

Did you show your new painting to your art teacher?

something made for kids to play with, such as dolls, action figures, etc.

He had a collection of toys and loved pretending they were alive.

a container used as a decoration or used for putting cut flowers in

The elegant crystal vase displayed a stunning arrangement of freshly cut flowers on the dining room table.

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

She received a gift voucher for her favorite restaurant as a birthday present.

the day and month of your birth in every year

He invited all his friends to his birthday party at the park.

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

She looks forward to traveling during her retirement.

our aunt or uncle's child

Her cousin is like a brother to her, and they share many interests and hobbies.

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday.