Doing things
17 English words (level A2) with a simple English definition and an example sentence. In the app you can hear every word and practise with flashcards, a quiz, spelling and listening.
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| English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| cover | to put something over something else | Cover the pot with a lid. |
| function | to work in the correct way | The machine is not functioning. |
| gather | to come together in a group; also to collect things | A crowd gathered in the square. |
| hit | to touch something hard and fast | He hit the ball over the fence. |
| hug | to put your arms around someone to show love | She hugged her mother. |
| mark | to check and give a score to schoolwork; also to put a sign on something | The teacher is marking our tests. |
| pack | to put things into a bag or box | Have you packed your suitcase? |
| park | to leave a car somewhere | You can't park here. |
| post | to send a letter; also to put something on the internet | She posted a photo online. |
| pull | to move something towards you | Pull the door to open it. |
| ruin | to damage or spoil something completely | The rain ruined our picnic. |
| sew | to join cloth with a needle and thread | Can you sew on this button? |
| shut | to close | Please shut the door. |
| spill | to let liquid fall out of a container by accident | I spilled coffee on my shirt. |
| splash | to make water fly around in drops | The children splashed in the pool. |
| stand | to be on your feet; also to accept something unpleasant | Please stand up. |
| throw | to send something through the air with your hand | Throw me the ball. |