Unit 108

Words 2141–2160 · pub, perception, naturally, currency, database, initially

  1. pub

    #2141

    noun

    A place where people buy and drink alcoholic drinks, and often eat or talk.

    1. We met at the pub for a drink after work.

    2. The pub serves good food, including burgers and homemade soup.

    3. There is a small pub near our hotel in the village.

    4. My friends usually go to the pub on Friday evenings.

    5. The pub was crowded, so we found seats outside.

  2. perception

    #2142

    noun

    The way you notice, understand, or judge someone or something.

    1. Her perception of the new manager changed after their first meeting.

    2. The advertisement changed customers’ perception of the product’s quality.

    3. Our perception of time changes when we are busy or having fun.

    4. His hearing problems affected his perception of what people were saying.

    5. Cultural differences can influence people’s perception of healthy food.

  3. naturally

    #2143

    adverb

    In a natural way, or as you would expect without planning or forcing it.

    1. She naturally felt nervous before speaking to the large audience.

    2. Children naturally learn new languages when they hear them every day.

    3. The conversation naturally turned to plans for the summer holiday.

    4. Naturally, fresh vegetables taste better when they are cooked gently.

    5. He naturally became tired after walking through the city all afternoon.

  4. currency

    #2144

    noun

    The money used in a particular country, such as dollars, euros, or yen.

    1. You can exchange your currency for local money at the airport.

    2. The euro is the official currency in many European countries.

    3. Prices may change when the value of a currency rises or falls.

    4. Please pay in local currency because this shop does not accept foreign money.

    5. The company pays its overseas workers in their own currency.

  5. database

    #2145

    noun

    An organized collection of information stored on a computer and easy to search.

    1. The company keeps customer details in a secure database.

    2. I searched the library database for books about space.

    3. The doctor added my test results to the hospital database.

    4. Our teacher uses a database to track students' attendance.

    5. The shop's database showed that my order had been delivered.

  6. initially

    #2146

    adverb

    At the beginning, before something changes or develops.

    1. Initially, I thought the new job would be difficult, but it soon became easier.

    2. The patient initially felt tired after taking the medicine, but recovered later.

    3. Initially, our travel plans included a train, but we rented a car instead.

    4. The teacher initially asked students to work alone, then let them form pairs.

    5. Initially, the soup tasted bland, so I added salt and fresh herbs.

  7. territory

    #2147

    noun

    An area of land controlled by a person, group, country, or animal.

    1. The hikers entered bear territory and stayed close together.

    2. The two countries are discussing their border territories.

    3. Please keep your bags out of the hotel breakfast territory.

    4. The sales team is expanding into new territory this year.

    5. Our teacher asked us to explore new territory in our writing.

  8. stream

    #2148

    noun, verb

    a small river, or a continuous flow of something such as information or online video

    1. We walked beside a quiet stream during our afternoon hike.

    2. The workers cleared fallen branches from the stream after the storm.

    3. A steady stream of customers entered the shop before closing time.

    4. The teacher asked students to stream their projects during the online lesson.

    5. She streamed the concert live for friends who could not attend.

  9. rarely

    #2149

    adverb

    not often; only sometimes

    1. I rarely eat breakfast before leaving for work.

    2. She rarely takes the bus because she usually walks to school.

    3. We rarely have team meetings on Friday afternoons at the office.

    4. He rarely shops for clothes online because he prefers trying them on.

    5. My grandparents rarely travel abroad, but they enjoy visiting nearby towns.

  10. height

    #2150

    noun

    How tall someone or something is, measured from the bottom to the top.

    1. The height of the table is perfect for children to use comfortably.

    2. Please check the height of this suitcase before taking it on the plane.

    3. The basketball player is famous for his great height and long arms.

    4. The doctor measured my height during my yearly health check.

    5. We climbed to the mountain's highest point and enjoyed the beautiful view.

  11. apparent

    #2151

    adjective

    Easy to see or understand, although it may not be completely certain.

    1. It was apparent that the children were tired after the long journey.

    2. There was no apparent reason for the sudden change in his mood.

    3. The shop closed early because there was an apparent problem with the electricity.

    4. Her disappointment was apparent when she opened the birthday gift.

    5. The doctor found no apparent signs of serious illness during the examination.

  12. western

    #2152

    adjective, noun

    Connected with the west or the western part of a country or the world.

    1. They moved to a western city for better job opportunities.

    2. The western coast is famous for its beautiful beaches and mild weather.

    3. We watched an old western about a sheriff and a group of outlaws.

    4. The restaurant serves delicious western food, including burgers, steak, and French fries.

    5. The train travels west through the western mountains before reaching the border.

  13. expansion

    #2153

    noun

    the process of becoming larger or making something larger

    1. The company plans an expansion into three new countries next year.

    2. The expansion of the kitchen gave our family more room to cook.

    3. The school announced an expansion to provide more classrooms for students.

    4. The supermarket's expansion created space for a larger fruit and vegetable section.

    5. Regular exercise helps with lung expansion and makes breathing easier.

  14. constantly

    #2154

    adverb

    Again and again or all the time, often in an annoying way.

    1. The baby constantly wakes up during the night, so we are exhausted.

    2. My phone constantly rings while I am trying to finish my work.

    3. The weather is constantly changing, so pack both a raincoat and sunglasses.

    4. Tourists constantly ask the guide where the train station is.

    5. He is constantly complaining about his cold, but refuses to see a doctor.

  15. muscle

    #2155

    noun, verb

    A body part that helps you move, or physical strength used to do something.

    1. He pulled a muscle in his back while lifting a heavy box.

    2. Regular exercise helps build strong muscles and keeps your body healthy.

    3. The doctor said I should rest the injured muscle for a few days.

    4. Moving the furniture took a lot of muscle, so we asked our friends for help.

    5. The team needs to muscle past its problems and finish the project.

  16. scare

    #2156

    noun, verb

    A sudden feeling of fear, or to make someone feel afraid.

    1. The loud noise gave me a scare while I was cooking dinner.

    2. Dark streets can scare children when they walk home alone.

    3. The sudden alarm scared everyone in the office.

    4. That horror movie really scared my little brother last night.

    5. The doctor’s warning scared her, but the treatment was successful.

  17. badly

    #2157

    adverb

    in a poor or harmful way; very much

    1. The student spelled the word badly and lost marks on her spelling test.

    2. Our flight was badly delayed by a storm, so we arrived after midnight.

    3. He was badly hurt playing football and needed help walking home.

    4. I badly need a cup of coffee after working all morning.

    5. The soup was badly seasoned, so nobody wanted a second bowl.

  18. everyday

    #2158

    adjective

    普通の日常的な;特別ではない

    1. I wear comfortable everyday clothes when I work from home.

    2. These everyday activities help children learn useful life skills.

    3. The shop sells everyday items like soap, bread, and batteries.

    4. She uses everyday English when speaking with her international coworkers.

    5. Small everyday problems can feel stressful when you are tired.

  19. boundary

    #2159

    noun

    A limit that shows where something ends or what behavior is acceptable.

    1. The fence marks the boundary between our garden and the neighbor's.

    2. Please respect my personal boundaries and give me some quiet time.

    3. The school boundary includes three streets and two nearby apartment buildings.

    4. The river forms a natural boundary between the two countries.

    5. The doctor explained that the pain was near the boundary of my shoulder.

  20. ratio

    #2160

    noun

    A relationship between two numbers that shows how much of one there is compared with the other.

    1. The ratio of students to teachers is twelve to one.

    2. Mix the flour and water in a ratio of two to one.

    3. The doctor recommended reducing the ratio of sugar to fruit in smoothies.

    4. This store offers a better price-to-quality ratio than its competitors.

    5. The ratio of sunny days to rainy days made our vacation enjoyable.

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