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Mastering Essential English Vocabulary at B1 Level

Key English terms for intermediate learners.
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At the B1 level of English, learners are expected to have a vocabulary that allows them to communicate effectively in everyday situations, understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar topics, and express opinions or ideas. Below is a comprehensive overview of important B1-level vocabulary based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):

Key Vocabulary Categories and Examples

  1. General Verbs:

    • Admit, advise, allow, avoid, cancel, communicate, deliver, encourage, fix, improve, increase, install, intend, judge 1, 2, 3.

  2. Adjectives:

    • Amazing, ancient, annual, available, brave, brilliant, complicated, creative, delighted, frozen, guilty 1, 3, 7.

  3. Nouns:

    • Everyday objects: Bin, ladder, kettle.
    • Abstract concepts: Ability, achievement, ambition, attention.
    • Professions and roles: Athlete, celebrity, employee 1, 2, 3.

  4. Adverbs:

    • Frequency and manner: Absolutely, accurately, frequently, hardly.
    • Degree and certainty: Definitely, likely 1, 3, 7.

  5. Phrasal Verbs:

    • Common expressions: “Go on,” “end up,” “break down,” “bring up” 1, 3.

  6. Prepositions and Conjunctions:

    • Linking ideas: “Although,” “despite,” “according to” 3, 7.

  7. Thematic Vocabulary:

    • Education: Words like “lecture,” “knowledge,” “exam.”
    • Travel and Transport: “Departure,” “boarding pass,” “cabin.”
    • Health: “Clinic,” “medicine,” “ache.”
    • Environment: “Climate,” “environmental,” “recycle” 3, 6, 7.

  8. Daily Life Words:

    • Food-related terms: “Ingredient,” “bake,” “barbecue.”
    • Household terms: “Furniture,” “appliance,” “equipment” 6, 21.

Importance of B1 Vocabulary

  • At this level, vocabulary is practical and tailored for real-life communication.
  • It includes words for describing experiences, expressing hopes, and giving reasons or explanations.
  • Learners are encouraged to build fluency by using these words in sentences and contexts relevant to their daily lives.

Tips for Learning B1 Vocabulary

  • Use flashcards or apps like Quizlet to memorize words.
  • Practice by reading articles or listening to podcasts that use intermediate-level vocabulary.
  • Engage in conversations or write short essays using B1 words to reinforce learning.

By focusing on these essential words and phrases, learners can enhance their ability to communicate effectively at an intermediate level of English proficiency.

References

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