Essential Words 4

Study these words carefully and do the following exercises to remember them. Try to use them in different situations in your daily life.

1. Appropriate (adjective) /əˈprəʊpriət/: Suitable, acceptable, or correct for the particular circumstances.
 The dress code for the event is formal, so please wear appropriate attire.
 The teacher provided appropriate reading materials for each student’s level.

2. Avoid (verb) /əˈvɔɪd/: To keep away from or prevent from happening.
 To maintain good health, it’s essential to avoid excessive sugar consumption.
 She tried to avoid rush hour traffic by leaving work early.

3. Behave (verb) /bɪˈheɪv/: To do things in a particular way, especially in accordance with accepted norms or rules.
 The children were asked to behave during the school assembly.
 Despite the stressful situation, he managed to behave calmly and professionally.

4. Calm (adjective) /kɑːm/: Not excited, nervous, or upset.
 She remained surprisingly calm during the emergency evacuation.
 The sea was calm, with no waves at all.

5. Concern (verb) /kənˈsɜːn/: To affect or involve someone or something.
 The safety measures concern all employees in the building.
 The issue of climate change concerns us all.

6. Content (noun) /ˈkɒntent/: The substance of a piece of writing, artwork, or other creative work.
 The content of the book explores themes of love and loss.
 The website’s content includes articles, videos, and interactive quizzes.

7. Expect (verb) /ɪkˈspekt/: To anticipate or look forward to something happening.
 We expect the delivery to arrive by tomorrow morning.
 She didn’t expect such a positive response to her presentation.

8. Frequently (adverb) /ˈfriːkwəntli/: Happening often or regularly
 He frequently travels for work, visiting different countries every month.
 The museum frequently hosts art exhibitions throughout the year.

9. Habit (noun) /ˈhæbɪt/: A regular tendency or practice, often done unconsciously.
 His morning coffee became a daily habit he couldn’t break.
 Regular exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and forming a positive habit.

10. Instruct (verb) /ɪnˈstrʌkt/: To give directions or teach someone how to do something.
 The coach instructed the team on the new defensive strategy.
 She instructed the students to complete the assignment by Friday.

11. Issue (noun) /ˈɪʃuː/: A problem or matter that requires attention or resolution.
 The environmental issue of plastic pollution affects oceans worldwide.
 The company addressed the software issue promptly.

12. None (pronoun) /nʌn/: Referring to no amount or quantity; absence of something.
 There were none left in stock; the product sold out quickly.
 Despite searching thoroughly, none of the missing documents were found.

13. Patient (adjective) /ˈpeɪʃənt/: Showing tolerance, especially in dealing with delays or difficulties.
 The doctor was patient and answered all my questions.
 She remained patient during the long wait at the airport.

14. Positive (adjective) /ˈpɒzɪtɪv/: Favourable, optimistic, or constructive.
 Her positive attitude helped her overcome challenges.
 The team received positive feedback from the client.

15. Punish (verb) /ˈpʌnɪʃ/: To impose a penalty or consequence for wrongdoing.
 The school policy aims to punish bullying behaviour.
 The judge decided to punish the offender with community service.

16. Represent (verb) /ˌreprɪˈzent/: To stand for or symbolize something.
 The national flag represents the unity and identity of our country.
 The artist’s abstract painting aims to represent emotions through color and form.

17. Shake (verb) /ʃeɪk/: To move rapidly back and forth or vibrate.
o Example sentences:
 The earthquake caused the ground to shake violently.
 She tried to shake off her nervousness before the performance.

18. Spread (verb) /spred/: To extend over an area or increase in size.
 The news of the virus outbreak began to spread globally.
 She used a knife to spread butter on her toast.

19. Stroll (verb) /strəʊl/: To walk leisurely or casually.
 They took a pleasant evening stroll along the beach.
 After dinner, they enjoyed a stroll through the park

20. Village (noun) /ˈvɪlɪdʒ/: A small community or settlement, often in a rural area.
 The picturesque village was nestled among rolling hills.
 The local village held a summer fair with music and food.

Practice:

Choose the correct word for each sentence.