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Vocabulary
Words grouped the way you'll actually use them — by frequency, situation, level, and natural combination, not a random A-to-Z list.
Building vocabulary works best in context. Instead of memorising isolated word lists, these notes group words by real situations, by level, by frequency, and by the natural combinations (collocations) that make your English sound fluent.
Notes in this section
The 100 Most Common English Words
The highest-frequency words in English, ranked and explained by grammatical role.
A2–B1150+ Common English Words, Organized by Situation
Everyday vocabulary grouped by home, work, travel, and shopping — not a random list.
A1150 Essential Words for Beginners
The very first words an absolute beginner needs, with simple examples.
A2–B1100 Daily-Use English Words
Connector words, opinion words, and fillers that hold a conversation together.
B1–B2New English Words You Should Know
Recently coined words from technology, work culture, and modern life.
B1–B280 English Words for Work
Core workplace vocabulary — roles, tasks, and professional qualities.
A2–B180 English Words for Travel
Airport, hotel, transport, and sightseeing vocabulary by trip stage.
C1–C260 Advanced English Words
Precise, sophisticated vocabulary for advanced essays and professional writing.
B1–B2Synonyms and Antonyms: A Practical Guide
How to choose the right synonym for tone and formality, with a working reference list.
B1–C1Common English Collocations
Natural word partnerships like 'make a decision' and 'heavy rain' that make English sound fluent.
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Frequently asked
Questions about vocabulary
What's the fastest way to build vocabulary?
Learning words in full example sentences grouped by theme, level, or frequency — as in our notes here — tends to work far better than memorising isolated word lists, because context helps meaning and usage stick together.
Should I focus on common words or topic-specific words first?
Frequency-based words (see our Most Common Words list) give you the most value early on, since they form the grammatical skeleton of almost every sentence. Topic-specific words matter more once basic sentence structure feels comfortable.
Is there a way to test my vocabulary level?
Yes — try our quick Vocabulary Quiz or the more comprehensive English Vocabulary Test.
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