What are some advanced vocabulary words to learn after reaching B1
After reaching B1 level in English, learners should focus on expanding their vocabulary with more advanced words that build on the intermediate base. Some key advanced vocabulary words to learn after B1 include:
- Achieve: To successfully reach a goal.
- Advantage: A condition giving a better or superior position.
- Ambition: A strong desire to achieve something.
- Announce: To make something known publicly.
- Arrive & Appear: To become visible or come to a place.
- Annual: Happening once a year.
- Apologize: To say sorry for a mistake.
- Advice: Recommendation on what to do.
Other examples involve verbs, nouns, and adjectives that enhance communication about plans, feelings, and actions. These words help learners express more complex ideas and situations. Resources like Cambridge’s B1 vocabulary lists provide extensive collections that introduce both receptive (recognize and understand) and productive (use in speech and writing) vocabulary at this intermediate level and slightly beyond. 1, 4, 5
For continuing vocabulary growth at the advanced intermediate stage (B2 and above), learners are encouraged to study words relating to abstract concepts, emotions, and specific professional or academic fields, as well as phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions which are typical of higher-level proficiency. 8
If a detailed curated list of specific advanced words post-B1 level is desired, further exploration of targeted vocabulary resources can be conducted.