AJ File 4English words

call back

Can you please call me back when you have time?

cut off

She decided to cut off all contact with her ex-boyfriend.

dial

I need to dial the number to reach my friend.

engaged

The line is engaged, please try again later.

go off

The fireworks will go off at midnight.

hang up

I need to hang up now; I have to go to work.

leave a message

If I’m not available, please leave a message.

monthly contract

pay as you go

I chose a pay as you go plan for my phone so I can control my spending each month.

put on hold

Can you put me on hold for a moment while I check that information?

ringtone

I need to change my ringtone to something more fun.

swipe

To swipe left on a dating app means to reject someone.

voicemail

I left a voicemail for my friend because he didn't answer his phone.

bored

I am bored with this movie.

depressing

The movie was really depressing.

depressed

After losing the game, he felt very depressed.

disappointedd

I was disappointed that the concert was canceled.

disappointing

Her performance in the game was disappointing, and the team lost.

embarrassing

I felt so embarrassing when I tripped in front of everyone.

embarrassed

He looked embarrassed after making a mistake in his speech.

excited

I am so excited about my birthday party!

exciting

The roller coaster ride was so exciting that I wanted to go again!

frightened

She was frightened by the dark room.

frightening

She told a frightening story that made everyone jump.

frustrated

I felt frustrated when I couldn't solve the math problem.

frustrating

This homework is really frustrating.

tiring

Working all day without a break is tiring.

appropriate

It is important to use appropriate language when talking to elders.

bad manners

Using your phone during a movie is seen as bad manners by many people.

busking

She enjoys busking in the park every Saturday.

decline

She decided to decline the invitation to the party.

give permission

The teacher gave permission for the students to use their phones during the break.

high/low note

inaproppriate

inconsiderate

It was inconsiderate of her to talk loudly during the movie.

monopolize

He tends to monopolize the conversation, not allowing anyone else to speak.

musical instruments

I love to play musical instruments like the guitar and piano.

octave

Learning to play scales helps you understand octaves better.

rude

She received a rude message that made her feel upset.

tune

She played a beautiful tune on the piano.

Who do you agree with?

disabled

She is a disabled athlete who competes in the Paralympics.

leg room

The airplane had very little leg room, making the flight uncomfortable.

elderly

The elderly often need special care.

greet

I greet my friends when I see them.

enquires

She enquires about the schedule for the school trip.

preview

I watched the preview of the new movie.

consider

I will consider your suggestion.

recline

I like to recline on the sofa after a long day.

arm rest

appear

The sun will appear in the morning.

relatives

Do you know any of your relatives from your family tree?

nephew

I took my nephew to the park to play soccer.

politely

She asked him politely to close the door.

calm down

Hey, it's okay. Just calm down and take a deep breath.

be able to

She is able to solve difficult math problems.

have to

I have to finish my homework.

don't have to

We don't have to buy tickets in advance.

should

You should see a doctor if you feel sick.

shouldn't

You shouldn't eat too much candy.

mustn't

You mustn't talk during the movie.

can't

I can't swim very well.

could

I could swim when I was younger.

couldn't

I couldn't find my keys this morning.

mend

I need to mend my favorite shirt because it has a hole in it.

ruined

The heavy rain ruined our picnic in the park.

phone reception

despise

She despises people who are rude.

compulsory

In many countries, school attendance is compulsory for children.

ability

She has the ability to learn new languages quickly.

skills

Learning new skills can be fun and rewarding.

superstitions

Many people believe in superstitions, like avoiding walking under a ladder.

map

I need a map to find the way to the museum.

landmark

The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.

souvenir

I bought a souvenir from my trip to Paris.

ticket

I bought a ticket to the concert next week.

postcard

I received a beautiful postcard from my friend who is traveling in Italy.

information desk

I need to go to the information desk to ask about my flight.

luggage

I packed my luggage the night before the trip.

sightsee

I love to sightsee when I travel to new cities.

trip

I went on a trip to the mountains.

daunting task

Starting a new school can feel like a daunting task for many students.

overwhelmed

After studying for hours, I felt overwhelmed by all the information.

lasting memories

Our family vacation created lasting memories that we will cherish forever.

essential steps

shortlisted

The committee has shortlisted three candidates for the job.

cuisine

The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine.

overspending

After reviewing her budget, she realized that her overspending on clothes was a problem.

duration time

ensure

We need to ensure that everyone arrives on time.