Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 4 Technology and Media · Qualities and Description

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to technology and media, qualities and description, and communication.

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emphasis (noun)noun
“Our teacher puts emphasis on clear pronunciation.”
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edition (noun)noun
“I bought the latest edition yesterday.”
3
silver (noun)noun
“The necklace is made of silver.”
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entertainment (noun)noun
“The festival offers entertainment for every family.”
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honest (adjective)adjective
“Please be honest about what happened.”
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undertake (verb)verb
“Our team will undertake the difficult task.”
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retail (noun)noun
“She works in retail at weekends.”
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wire (noun)noun
“The electrician replaced the damaged wire.”
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unlikely (adjective)adjective
“Rain is unlikely during the sunny afternoon.”
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gay (adjective)adjective
“His gay friends joined the celebration.”