Oxford 5000: 15 Words | Beginner | EP.2

Are you finding it hard to tackle the Oxford 5000 word list on your own? These are the essential words you need for fluent communication. This series breaks them down step-by-step, categorized by difficulty level, to make your learning journey easier and more consistent.
Today’s Learning Summary:
- Series: Oxford 5000 Vocabulary
- Level: Beginner (A1 – B1)
- Goal: Today’s 15 Essential Words
- Episode: Ep.2
Oxford 5000 Vocabulary | 1 – 5
ready
prepared for something
She is ready to start her new job.
I’m not ready to leave yet.
situation
a set of conditions or events at a time
The situation was very difficult.
He handled the situation calmly.
disagree
to have a different opinion
I disagree with your idea.
They often disagree about politics.
chef
a professional cook
The chef prepared a delicious meal.
We met the head chef at the restaurant.
speak
to say words or talk
She can speak three languages.
Please speak more slowly.
Oxford 5000 Vocabulary | 6 – 10
rice
small white or brown grains that are eaten as food
We had rice with vegetables for dinner.
She bought a bag of rice from the store.
hero
a person admired for courage or great deeds
The firefighter is a local hero.
Children often choose a superhero as their hero.
artist
a person who creates art
The artist painted a beautiful picture.
She is a famous artist in Paris.
after
later than something in time
We went home after the movie.
She called me after dinner.
race
a competition of speed
He won the 100-meter race.
They will race in the marathon tomorrow.
Oxford 5000 Vocabulary | 11 – 15
his
belonging to him
This is his book.
I saw his car in the parking lot.
anything
any object, event, or action
Do you need anything from the store?
She didn’t say anything about the problem.
July
the seventh month of the year
We went on vacation in July.
Her birthday is in July.
necessary
needed or required
It is necessary to wear a helmet.
She brought all the necessary documents.
nothing
not anything
There is nothing in the box.
He said nothing about the meeting.