Essential Vocabulary: Rifles, Feelings, Body, Crime & More
Parts of a Rifle
Components: Optical sight, red-dot reflex sight, pistol grip, safety catch, magazine, folding stock, handguard, flash suppressor, muzzle, butt plate, buttstock, receiver, carrying handle, cocking/charging handle, ejection port, barrel.
Actions: Pull, push, released, cocked.
Common Feelings
Offended, homesick, disappointed, lonely, proud, nervous, grateful, shocked, relieved, guilty, astonished, bewildered, desperate, devastated, delighted, horrified, overwhelmed, stunned, thrilled.
Parts of the Body
Lower Body: Ankle, calf, heel, hip, thigh, waist, bottom.
Upper Body: Elbow, fist, nails, palm, wrist, chest.
Internal Organs: Brain, heart, kidneys, liver, lungs.
General: Arms, eyebrows, hair, head, teeth, toes.
Crime Vocabulary
Crimes: Blackmail, bribery, burglary, drug dealing, fraud, hacking, hijacking, kidnapping, mugging, murder, rape, robbery, smuggling, stalking, terrorism, theft, vandalism.
Court: evidence, sentenced, judge, verdict
Common Adverbs
Actually, especially, lately, nearly, hardly, hard, ever, even, still, yet, late, near, ideally, in fact, basically, obviously, gradually, apparently, anyway, eventually.
Clothes and Fashion
Fit: Loose, tight.
Styles: Hooded, long-sleeved, sleeveless, V-neck.
Patterns: Checked, plain, spotted, striped.
Materials: Cotton vest, denim waistcoat, fur collar, lace top, linen suit, Lycra swimsuit, silk scarf, velvet bow tie, wool(len) cardigan, leather sandals, suede boots.
Air Travel Essentials
Airport: Airport terminal, bag(gage) drop-off, baggage reclaim, check-in desk, customs, departures board, gate, runway, security, VIP lounge.
Flight: Aisle, cabin crew, seat belts, connecting flight, turbulence, direct flights, jet lag, long-haul flights.
Actions: Check in, drop off, fill in, get off, get on, pick up, take off.
Weather Conditions
Temperature: Below zero, boiling, chilly, cool, freezing, humid, mild, warm.
Precipitation: Damp, drizzling, pouring, showers.
Conditions: Fog, mist, smog, blizzard, drought, flood, hail, heatwave, hurricane, lightning, monsoon, thunder, bright, changeable, clear, heavy, icy, settled, strong, sunny, thick.
Illnesses and Injuries
Symptoms: Cough, headache, rash, temperature, sunburn, vomiting, sneezing, swollen ankle, back hurts/aches, bleeding, sore throat, diarrhea, feels sick, fainted, blister, cold, flu, dizzy, cut, unconscious.
Conditions: Allergic, twisted/sprained (ankle), high/low blood pressure, choking.
Describing a Crime Scene
The scene takes place in a drawing-room (living room) in a large house or mansion. The focal point is the white outline of a dead body on a carpet in front of a fireplace, with a pool of blood nearby. On the left, a broken door suggests a forced entry; the key is still in the keyhole, indicating the victim was locked in. The room is chaotic: furniture is overturned, and several vases, plates, and lamps are smashed. Books are scattered across the floor.
In the background on the right, there’s a safe. Above it, a calendar shows December 24th (Christmas Eve). Snow-capped mountains visible through the window confirm it’s winter. A writing desk on the left holds two wine glasses, suggesting two people were present.
Describing a Criminal (Example)
“The suspect was a white man, approximately six feet tall with a medium build. He had a white complexion and a mustache. He appeared young, between 20 and 25 years old. He wore dirty jeans, a white, short-sleeved shirt with a logo on the back, and sports shoes. A tattered black baseball cap covered some of his shoulder-length blond hair. He carried a brown bag in his left hand. He held his right arm across his chest as if in a sling. A driver in a shabby, dark blue Dodge (possibly a 1990 model) waited for him. The suspect entered the passenger side, and the van sped off towards 4th Street.”
Describing a Person (Example: Grandfather)
My grandfather, Jack, has significantly influenced me. He is of medium height, in his early seventies but looks younger. He’s slim with short grey hair. His round face, small blue eyes, and kind expression create a friendly appearance. He favors casual clothes like jeans and T-shirts. My grandfather is sensitive, generous (donating to cancer research, for example), and trustworthy. He values honesty above all. He has greatly influenced my compassion and sensitivity.
Describing a Place (Example: Countryside House)
My countryside house holds cherished memories. It’s a large house with a yard, filled with flowers in summer. I enjoy spending time in the backyard hammock. Inside, there’s a kitchen and a large, inviting living room. The rooms are sunlit, creating a positive atmosphere. The house has a homely feel, and I cherish the memories associated with it.
Describing a Place (Example: Sonseca, Spain)
Sonseca, my village in Castilla La Mancha, Spain, may not be the most beautiful, but it’s lively. The Old Quarter is picturesque, with a rebuilt square and a 14th-century church. The center is full of bars and shops, with activities organized by the town hall. However, jobs are scarce, and there’s no train station, resulting in limited public transport. Despite this, Sonseca grows on you over time.
Describing a Photo (Example)
This appears to be a family photo, though no one is looking at the camera. The foreground shows the inside of a room with a glass door leading to a garden. A girl sits at a table, daydreaming over an open book. Two empty chairs are nearby. An older woman, possibly her mother, stands with folded arms, looking worriedly into the garden. In the background, a boy and a man (likely father and son) are having a serious conversation on the terrace. The boy looks down, suggesting he may be in trouble. The photo evokes the style of David Hockney or Edward Hopper, prompting speculation about the people and their thoughts.
Giving Directions (Examples)
- Go straight on until you see the hospital, then turn left.
- Turn back; you’ve gone past the turning.
- Turn left at the roundabout.
- Turn right at the end of the road; my house is number 67.
- Cross the junction and keep going for about 1 mile.
- Take the third road on the right, and you’ll see the office on the right.
- Take the third road on the right, and you will see the shop on the left.
- Take the second road on the left, and you will see the house on the left.
- Take the second road on the left, and you will see the hospital straight ahead.
- The hospital is opposite the railway station.
- The shop is near the hospital.
- The house is next to the local cricket ground.
- The shop is between the chemist and KFC.
- At the end of the road, you will see a roundabout.
- At the corner of the road, you will see a red building.
- Just around the corner is my house; you’ll need to stop quickly or you’ll miss it.
- Go straight on at the traffic lights.
- Turn right at the crossroads.
- Follow the signposts for Manchester.
Giving Directions (Specific Example)
To get from the Calatayud train station to the Logistics Academy: When you leave the station, walk straight towards Sixto Celorrio Avenue. Walk 500 meters on the avenue until you reach a bridge. Turn right onto Baron of Warsage Avenue. Walk one kilometer until you reach a curve to the right. You will see a roundabout that provides access to the Academy.