Oxford 5000: 50 Words | Beginner | EP.12
Are you finding it hard to tackle the Oxford 5000 word list on your own? Welcome to Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12. 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 50 Essential Words
- Episode: Ep.12
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 1 – 5
survive
to stay alive or continue even in a difficult situation
Sometimes you just drink a big coffee to survive a long day.
life
the time when a person is alive; the experiences people have
In life, even small steps forward can change everything over time.
sink
to go down or drop below the surface
My heart seemed to sink a little when I saw how many words I still had to study.
finish
to complete something
I always feel proud when I finish a task, even if it’s a small one.
report
a written or spoken description of something that has happened
She finished her report early, so she treated herself to a long, happy break.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 6 – 10
night
the time of darkness between evening and morning
At night, he likes to take a short walk to clear his mind before sleeping.
train
a long vehicle that moves on tracks and carries people or goods
We almost missed the train because we stopped for snacks again.
flow
to move smoothly like a stream of water
Ideas seem to flow better when I take a short walk first.
flow
a smooth, continuous movement
Once she found her study flow, even hard tasks felt lighter.
group
a number of people or things gathered together
Our study group met at the café, but we talked more about snacks than homework.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 11 – 15
host
a person who welcomes and takes care of guests
The host made everyone feel relaxed by joking about how he almost burned the snacks.
block
to stop something from moving or happening
She tried to block stress by turning off her phone for an hour.
purple
a color that is a mix of red and blue
She wore a bright purple scarf that made everyone smile.
real
not fake; true
It felt real when I finally understood the English joke everyone was laughing at.
based
built on or formed from something
Our plan is based on one simple idea: keep things easy and clear.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 16 – 20
ocean
a very large area of salt water
Looking at the ocean reminds me that some problems are big, but my mind can be calm like the waves.
soldier
a person who serves in the army
A soldier told us that courage sometimes means asking for help.
specific
clearly defined or exact
She gave me one specific tip: review a little every day.
neck
the part of the body that connects the head and the body
He stretched his neck after studying because it felt stiff like a robot.
free
without paying; at no cost
I was so happy when the app let me try the first lesson for free.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 21 – 25
contrast
a difference between two things
The contrast between his noisy roommate and his quiet study time was huge.
contrast
to show the difference between things
It helps to contrast your old notes with new ones to see how much you’ve improved.
cotton
a soft white material from a plant, used to make clothes or fabric
She loves her cotton T-shirt because it feels soft even after many washes.
between
in the space or time that separates two things
She sat between her friends so she could hear both of their stories.
early
before the usual or expected time (adjective)
She felt proud when she finished her homework early for once.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 26 – 30
early
before the usual or expected time (adverb)
I woke up so early that even the birds seemed surprised.
shirt
a piece of clothing worn on the upper body
He wore his favorite shirt again, even though it was slightly wrinkled from “creative folding.”
clock
a device that shows the time
He kept checking the clock, hoping it would magically jump to break time.
wool
thick, soft hair from sheep, used to make warm clothes
Her wool sweater kept her warm, but it also made her look like a cozy teddy bear.
in
inside a space or place (preposition)
She studied in the library because it was the quietest spot she knew.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 31 – 35
in
during a period of time or situation (adverb)
He finished the task in just five minutes and looked very proud.
tall
having a greater than average height
He felt extra proud standing next to the tall bookshelf he built all by himself.
copy
something that is made to be the same as another thing
She bought a copy of the book so she could highlight every page freely.
copy
to make something look or be the same as another
He tried to copy her neat handwriting, but his letters still looked a bit sleepy.
birthday
the day when someone was born
She made a wish on her birthday cake, hoping it wouldn’t melt before she finished singing.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 36 – 40
unemployment
the state of not having a job
During a time of unemployment, staying hopeful and learning new skills can make a big difference.
she
a word used to refer to a woman or girl
she said the joke was simple, but I still needed a second to understand it.
live
to have your home in a place; to be alive
I want to live in a place where I can walk to a cozy café every morning.
army
a large group of soldiers trained to protect a country
He said cleaning his room felt like fighting an army of tiny dust monsters.
large
big in size
They ordered a large pizza, but it disappeared faster than a small one.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 41 – 45
jewelry
decorative objects people wear, such as rings, necklaces, or earrings
She keeps her jewelry simple, because losing tiny earrings stresses her out.
lost
unable to find the right place or direction
He felt a little lost in the big store, but at least he discovered the snack aisle.
bell
a hollow object that makes a ringing sound when struck
When the bell rang, he jumped so high you’d think it was a surprise for everyone, not just him.
weak
not strong; lacking power or energy
He felt weak after skipping lunch, so even his pencil seemed heavy.
whose
used to ask or show who something belongs to
She found a cute notebook and wondered, “whose is this?”
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 46 – 50
behind
at the back of something
She found her missing pen behind the couch.
behind
later than or not as fast as something
He walked a little behind the group because he stopped to look at every snack shop.
electricity
a form of energy that powers lights, machines, and devices
When the electricity came back on, he cheered as if he had won a small lottery.
below
in a lower place (adverb)
The café is just below, so we can grab snacks without going far.
below
lower than something else (preposition)
Her apartment is below mine, so I try not to practice singing too loudly.
Oxford 5000 Beginner Ep.12 | 51 – 55
intelligent
able to learn, understand, or think well
He looked very intelligent when he explained the joke—until he forgot the ending.
previous
happening or existing before something else
I couldn’t remember the previous lesson, so my notes saved me again.
promote
to help something grow, develop, or become more popular
The teacher tried to promote good habits by giving small rewards for daily practice.
apologize
to say you are sorry for something
I had to apologize because I accidentally sent my friend a voice message meant for my mom.
glove
a piece of clothing worn on the hand to keep it warm
She wore one glove and lost the other, so her hand felt jealous and cold.