airport
US /ˈerpɔ:rt/
UK /ˈeəpɔ:t/
- Noun
- A place where passenger planes land and take off
B1TOEICMorealcohol
US /ˈælkəˌhɔl,-ˌhɑl/
UK /'ælkəhɒl/
- Uncountable Noun
- A colorless liquid that can catch fire (C2H5OH)
- Drinks such as wine, whiskey, beer
B1Moreat home
US /æt hom/
UK /æt həum/
- Phrase
- In one's own residence or country.
- Adjective
- Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
at night
US /æt naɪt/
UK /æt nait/
- Phrase
- During the night; in the nighttime.
A1Morebar
US /bɑ:r/
UK /bɑ:(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Piece of (soap, chocolate etc.)
- Professional organization of lawyers and judges
- Transitive Verb
- To prevent entry, exit or an action
A2Morebasically
US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/
UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/
- Adverb
- Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
A2Morebill
US /bɪl/
UK /bɪl/
- Noun
- Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- Sign or poster advertising something
- Transitive Verb
- To request payment by handing over an invoice
A2TOEICMorebunk beds
US
UK
- Noun (plural)
- Pieces of furniture consisting of two beds, one above the other.
call for
US /kɔl fɔr/
UK /kɔ:l fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
- To come to someone's house to take them somewhere
A1Morecare of
US /kɛr ʌv/
UK /kɛə ɔv/
- Preposition
- Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
A2Morechannel
US /ˈtʃænəl/
UK /'tʃænl/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Long hole dug in the ground, e.g. to move water
- TV or radio station or its programs
- Transitive Verb
- To dig a long hole for carrying water
- To send (e.g. money) to a certain place or person
B1Morecheck out
US /tʃɛk aʊt/
UK /tʃek aut/
- Phrase
- Phrasal Verb
- To find out information about something
- To take books out of a library
A1Morecheck-in desk
US
UK
- Noun
- A desk in a hotel or airport where you announce your arrival and register.
A2Morecome back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
A1Morecomplimentary
US /ˌkɑmpləˈmɛntəri, -tri/
UK /ˌkɒmplɪ'mentrɪ/
- Adjective
- (Of goods) free; available for no money
- Saying someone looks nice, plays well, etc.
B2Moreconcierge
US /kɔŋˈsjɛrʒ/
UK /ˌkɔ:nsiˈɛəʒ/
- Noun
- (French) caretaker of apartments or a hotel
C1Morecontinental
US /ˌkɑ:ntɪˈnentl/
UK /ˌkɒntɪˈnentl/
- Adjective
- Of or typical of the culture of mainland Europe
- Concerning or found on a continent
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Person living on mainland Europe
- A light breakfast, typically including pastries, cereal, and fruit.
B1Morecot
US /kɑ:t/
UK /kɒt/
- Countable Noun
- Bed with high sides for a baby
- Small simple bed
B2Morecredit
US /ˈkrɛdɪt/
UK /'kredɪt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- System to buy something and pay for it later
- Points earned instead of money
- Transitive Verb
- To add a certain amount of money to a total
- To recognize someone's achievements or help
A2Morecultural
US /ˈkʌltʃərəl/
UK /ˈkʌltʃərəl/
- Adjective
- Of a particular society's customs and beliefs
- Of arts, music, literature, theater
A2Moredisturb
US /dɪˈstɜ:rb/
UK /dɪˈstɜ:b/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause someone anxiety or fear
- To cause someone anxiety or fear
A2TOEICMoredrive away
US /draɪv əˈwe/
UK /draiv əˈwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave in a vehicle.
- To force someone to leave or stay away.
A2Moredrive off
US /draɪv ɔf/
UK /draiv ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave in a vehicle.
- To repel or force away.
A1Moreexcept that
US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/
UK /ikˈsept ðæt/
- Conjunction
- But; with the exception that.
A2Moreextra
US /'ekstrə/
UK /'ekstrə/
- Adjective
- More than necessary; additional
- Of especially good quality or grade.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Items more than you need; additional items
- Person who has a small part in a movie
A2Morefancy
US /ˈfænsi/
UK /'fænsɪ/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To want to have or do something; feel like
- To imagine or suppose that something will happen
- Adjective
- Unusual and attractive in design
A2TOEICMorefeel like
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have a desire or inclination for something.
- To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
A1Morefold up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To collapse or be able to be collapsed into a smaller shape, often for storage.
- To fail and close down (a business).
B1Morehang on
US /hæŋ ɑn/
UK /hæŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wait for the person you phoned to answer
- To persevere or persist, especially in a difficult situation.
A2Morehave on
US /hæv ɑn/
UK /hæv ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be wearing something.
- To deceive or trick someone, often in a playful way.
A1Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Morehospitality
US /ˌhɑspɪˈtælɪti/
UK /ˌhɒspɪ'tælətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Welcoming treatment of visitors or guests
- The business of providing services to guests in hotels, restaurants, etc.
B1Morehostel
US /ˈhɑ:stl/
UK /ˈhɒstl/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Cheap hotel for young people
- An organization that runs or promotes hostels.
B1Morein a minute
US
UK
- Phrase
- Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- Within the duration of one minute.
A1Morein advance
US /ɪn ædˈvæns/
UK /in ədˈvɑ:ns/
- Phrase
- Ahead of time; before something happens
- Noun
- A payment made before it is due, especially for work to be done
A2Morein fact
US /ɪn fækt/
UK /in fækt/
- Adverb
- Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- Used to introduce a more detailed or surprising piece of information.
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is surprising or contrary to what might be expected.
C1Moreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Moreknock on
US /nɑk ɑn/
UK /nɔk ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To strike a door or window to attract attention.
- Intransitive Verb
- (In rugby) to drop the ball forward.
A1Morelet out
US /lɛt aʊt/
UK /let aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- To allow to leave; to release.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To enlarge a garment by releasing a seam or adding material.
- To release or allow to escape.
A1Morelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Moremaid
US /med/
UK /meɪd/
- Countable Noun
- Female servant in a house or hotel
B1Moremini
US /ˈmɪni/
UK /'mɪnɪ/
- Noun
- Small British car
- A very short skirt
- Prefix
- Small
B1Moremotel
US /moˈtɛl/
UK /məʊ'tel/
- Countable Noun
- Drive-in hotel which provides lodging and parking
B2Moremove on
US /muv ɑn/
UK /mu:v ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To decide to change or go to a different place
- To start talking about something different.
A1Morenext to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
A1Moreof course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
A2Moreon demand
US /ɑn dɪˈmænd/
UK /ɔn diˈmɑ:nd/
- Adverb
- Whenever requested or needed.
- Adjective
- Available whenever the customer wants it.
B1Moreon the other hand
US
UK
- Phrase
- Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
A1Moreon wheels
US
UK
- Adjective
- Having wheels attached for easy movement.
- Phrase
- Mobile; equipped to travel.
- Mounted on wheels; mobile.
A1Morepillowcase
US /ˈpɪloʊkeɪs/
UK /ˈpɪləʊkeɪs/
- Countable Noun
- Cover for a pillow, usually made of cotton
C2Morepolite
US /pəˈlaɪt/
UK /pəˈlaɪt/
- Adjective
- Showing good manners or respect for other people
A2TOEICMoreporter
US /ˈpɔrtɚ, ˈpor-/
UK /'pɔ:tə(r)/
- Noun
- Person who carries luggage for guests/passengers
B1Morepress
US /prɛs/
UK /pres/
- Noun
- Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
- General term for TV, radio, newspapers
- Transitive Verb
- To make clothes smooth using a heated iron; iron
- To repeatedly ask someone to do something
A2TOEICMorepretty much anything
US
UK
- Phrase
- Almost everything; nearly all things.
A1Morequaint
US /kwent/
UK /kweɪnt/
- Adjective
- Appealing and attractive in an outdated way
B2Morereception
US /rɪˈsɛpʃən/
UK /rɪˈsepʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Front desk area of an organization or building
- Party occurring after an event it celebrates
B1TOEICMorereservation
US /ˌrɛzɚˈveʃən/
UK /ˌrezə'veɪʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Arrangement to keep a room or table for you
- Area of land kept for indigenous peoples
A2TOEICMorereserve
US /rɪˈzɚv/
UK /rɪ'zɜ:v/
- Transitive Verb
- To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
- To not use all of, so you can use it later
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Area of land set aside as for a people
- Park or area for wildlife to roam free
A2Morescale
US /skel/
UK /skeɪl/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Size, level, or amount when compared
- Small hard plates that cover the body of fish
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To change the size of but keep the proportions
- To climb something large (e.g. a mountain)
A2TOEICMoreshuttle
US /ˈʃʌtl/
UK /ˈʃʌtl/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Vehicle carrying passengers between two places
- Device used when weaving cloth
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To move passengers between two nearby places
B1Moresmoke
US /smoʊk/
UK /sməʊk/
- Intransitive Verb
- To give off a cloud of grey gas from burning
- Uncountable Noun
- Grey gas from fires and cigarettes
- Fog of air coming from e.g. a cigarette, fire
B1Morespa
US /spɑ/
UK /spɑ:/
- Noun
- Place you go to bathe in/drink water for health
C2Morestay in
US /ste ɪn/
UK /stei in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To remain inside one's home.
- Intransitive Verb
- To remain as an inpatient in a hospital.
suite
US /swit/
UK /swi:t/
- Noun
- Group of several shorter pieces of music
- Set of rooms used for a particular purpose
B2TOEICMoresuppose
US /səˈpoʊz/
UK /sə'pəʊz/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or guess what might happen
- Conjunction
- What if
A2TOEICMoretag
US /tæɡ/
UK /tæɡ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Child's game in which one person chases the others
- A name or label on something or someone
- Transitive Verb
- To apply a name or label to something or someone
- To touch someone you are chasing in a game
B1Moretag on
US /tæg ɑn/
UK /tæg ɒn/
- other
- To add something extra or join a group or activity.
B2Moretake a rest
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To stop working or doing an activity for a period of time in order to relax and recover strength.
think about
US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/
UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider something carefully.
- To remember or call to mind.
A1Moretip
US /tɪp/
UK /tɪp/
- Transitive Verb
- To pour or move something from a place, container
- To give extra money for good service
- Noun
- End point of e.g. a pencil or finger
- Extra money given for good service
A2Moreto do with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be about something; concern
A1Morevacancy
US /ˈvekənsi/
UK /ˈveɪkənsi/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Space or position available for occupancy
- An unoccupied position or job; an empty room or space.
- Uncountable Noun
- The state of being empty or unoccupied
B2TOEICMorevalet
US /'væleɪ/
UK /ˈvæleɪ/
- Countable Noun
- Servant who looks after clothes of male employer
C1Morevocabulary
US /voˈkæbjəˌlɛri/
UK /və'kæbjələrɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Words that have to do with a particular subject
- The words that a person knows
B1TOEICMorewake up
US /wek ʌp/
UK /weik ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stop sleeping
- To become fully aware and alert to a situation.
A1More
Vocabulary
- check out
- have to: Must do
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- check-in desk: A desk in a hotel or airport where you announce your arrival and register.
- call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
- wake up: To stop sleeping
- drive away: To leave in a vehicle.
- drive off: To leave in a vehicle.
- tag on: To add something extra or join a group or activity.
- knock on: To strike a door or window to attract attention.
- next to: Being located along side another
- at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- hang on: To wait for the person you phoned to answer
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- take a rest: To stop working or doing an activity for a period of time in order to relax and recover strength.
- stay in: To remain inside one's home.
- let out: To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- except that: But; with the exception that.
- feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
- pretty much anything: Almost everything; nearly all things.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- bunk beds: Pieces of furniture consisting of two beds, one above the other.
- fold up: To collapse or be able to be collapsed into a smaller shape, often for storage.
- on wheels: Having wheels attached for easy movement.
- on demand: Whenever requested or needed.
- have on: To be wearing something.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- scale: Size, level, or amount when compared
- vocabulary: Words that have to do with a particular subject
- fancy: To want to have or do something; feel like
- suppose: To imagine or guess what might happen
- industry: Hard work; being busy working
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- tip: To pour or move something from a place, container
- polite: Showing good manners or respect for other people
- extra: More than necessary; additional
- complimentary: (Of goods) free; available for no money
- alcohol: A colorless liquid that can catch fire (C2H5OH)
- press: Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
- credit: System to buy something and pay for it later
- leave: To go away from; depart
- reserve: To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
- offer: Price you say you are willing to pay for something
- bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- disturb: To cause someone anxiety or fear
- channel: Long hole dug in the ground, e.g. to move water
- reservation: Arrangement to keep a room or table for you
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- staff: Employees of a company
- reception: Front desk area of an organization or building
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- hospitality: Welcoming treatment of visitors or guests
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- drive: A person's ambition and motivation to do something
- person: Man, woman or child
- pick: Sharp tool used for breaking the ground
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- front: Behavior not showing a person's true feelings
- vacancy: Space or position available for occupancy
- quaint: Appealing and attractive in an outdated way
- service: Work that a person does to assist others
- area: Amount of measured space
- suite: Group of several shorter pieces of music
- cultural: Of a particular society's customs and beliefs
- bar: Piece of (soap, chocolate etc.)
- tag: Child's game in which one person chases the others
- continental: Of or typical of the culture of mainland Europe
- shuttle: Vehicle carrying passengers between two places
- concierge: (French) caretaker of apartments or a hotel
- maid: Female servant in a house or hotel
- valet: Servant who looks after clothes of male employer
- cot: Bed with high sides for a baby
- hostel: Cheap hotel for young people
- smoke: To give off a cloud of grey gas from burning
- airport: A place where passenger planes land and take off
- porter: Person who carries luggage for guests/passengers
- pillowcase: Cover for a pillow, usually made of cotton
- mini: Small British car
- spa: Place you go to bathe in/drink water for health
- motel: Drive-in hotel which provides lodging and parking
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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Jenny posted on 2017/10/30Dreaming of your next vacation but worried about hotel check-ins? This video is your ultimate guide to mastering hotel vocabulary and essential phrases, from booking to checkout! You'll pick up practical language for dealing with hotel staff and navigating common situations, making your stay smooth and stress-free.
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