Actions and events 6
31 English words (level B2) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| splash | the sound of something hitting water; also a small amount of liquid | He jumped in with a big splash. |
| splatter | drops of liquid spread on a surface; also their sound | There was a splatter of paint on the wall. |
| sprint | a short fast race or run | She won the 100-metre sprint. |
| stagger | a weak, unsteady way of walking | He walked with a stagger. |
| stimulation | making something more active | Children need mental stimulation. |
| stroke | a sudden illness in the brain; also a hit or a movement in swimming | He had a stroke last year. |
| supervision | watching and directing | Children need supervision near water. |
| surge | a sudden increase | There was a surge in prices. |
| surveillance | watching people carefully, often secretly | The police kept him under surveillance. |
| taunt | an unkind remark to upset someone | He ignored the taunts. |
| therapy | treatment for physical or mental problems | He is having therapy for his back. |
| trample | the sound of heavy footsteps | We heard the trample of horses. |
| transfer | moving someone or something to another place | The bank transfer took a day. |
| transfusion | putting blood from one person into another | He needed a blood transfusion. |
| transition | a change from one state to another | The transition to a new system was difficult. |
| transmission | sending signals or spreading disease; also the gears of a car | The transmission of the virus is fast. |
| trek | a long difficult walk | We did a trek in the Himalayas. |
| tremor | a small earthquake; also shaking | We felt a tremor. |
| trial | a legal process in court; also a test | The trial lasted a month. |
| tug | a sudden pull; also a small boat that pulls ships | I felt a tug on my sleeve. |
| twinkle | a small flashing light; also a happy look in the eyes | She had a twinkle in her eye. |
| variation | a change or difference | There is a lot of variation in prices. |
| venture | a new business or risky project | It's a new business venture. |
| vibration | quick shaking | We felt the vibration of the train. |
| virtual reality | a computer world that seems real | He loves virtual reality games. |
| walkabout | when a famous person walks among a crowd to meet people | The queen went on a walkabout. |
| welfare | health and happiness; also money from the government for people in need | We care about animal welfare. |
| win | a victory | It was our third win this season. |
| worship | praying to God; also great love for someone | The church is a place of worship. |
| yawn | opening your mouth wide because you are tired | She gave a big yawn. |
| zoom | a camera lens that makes things look closer; also a fast movement | Use the zoom to get a closer picture. |