Beginner English Week 1 Flashcards

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Answer the phone

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Definition: To pick up the telephone and talk to someone who is calling.

Example: “When the phone rings, I answer the phone.”

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Babysitter

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Definition: A person who takes care of children while their parents are away.

Example: “The babysitter plays games with the kids.”

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Cashier

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Definition: A person who works at a store and helps people pay for their things.

Example: “The cashier takes my money at the store.”

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Carpool

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Definition: When people share one car to go to the same place.

Example: “We carpool to work with our friends.”

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Fill out a form

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Definition: To write information on a paper with questions.

Example: “I need to fill out a form with my name and address.”

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My car broke down

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Definition: When your car stops working and cannot drive.

Example: “I can’t come to the party because my car broke down.”

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Nurse

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Definition: A person who helps sick or hurt people in a hospital.

Example: “The nurse gives me medicine when I am sick.”

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Receptionist

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Definition: A person who answers phones and helps visitors at an office or hotel.

Example: “The receptionist gives us our room keys.”

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Traffic jam

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Definition: When many cars are stuck and cannot move fast on the road.

Example: “I was late because there was a traffic jam.”

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Use a computer

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Definition: To work or play on a machine that has a screen and keyboard.

Example: “I use a computer to write emails and play games.”

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