Exam: Cambridge English: A2 Key (KET)

Definition: To talk casually or gossip about someone or something.

Example: They love to dish about the latest celebrity news.

Definition: A shallow container used for holding, cooking, or serving food, or a specific type of food prepared in a certain way.

Example: She served a delicious pasta dish at the dinner party.

Definition: To perform an action or task; to carry out something.

Example: I need to do my homework before dinner.

Definition: A gathering or event, often for entertainment or celebration.

Example: We had a big do for her birthday last weekend.

Definition: To perform an action or task, often used to indicate completing something or carrying out a specific activity.

Example: She needs to do her homework before going out.

Definition: In a state of being finished or completed; also refers to something that is not in play or has been retired in sports contexts.

Example: After working hard all week, I finally got my project down.

Definition: In a direction towards a lower place or position, or away from a higher place.

Example: She walked down the stairs carefully.

Definition: A soft and fluffy material, often found under the feathers of birds, used for insulation or padding.

Example: The jacket is filled with down to keep you warm in winter.

Definition: In a direction from a higher place to a lower place, or toward the ground.

Example: She walked down the stairs carefully.

Definition: To sleep lightly for a short period of time, often without being fully aware of it.

Example: After a long day, I like to doze on the couch for a while.

Definition: A brief and light sleep, often taken during the day.

Example: After lunch, I like to take a doze on the couch.

Definition: To sleep lightly or for a short period of time, often while sitting up or in a relaxed position.

Example: After a long day at work, I like to doze on the couch for a while.

Definition: Relating to clothing that is formal or suitable for special occasions.

Example: She wore a dress outfit to the wedding.

Definition: A type of clothing that is usually a one-piece garment worn by women or girls, covering the body and often extending down to the legs.

Example: She wore a beautiful dress to the party.

Definition: To put clothing on someone or something, or to prepare something for a specific purpose.

Example: She decided to dress her daughter in a beautiful gown for the party.

Definition: The most formal or elegant in style or appearance.

Example: She wore her dressiest outfit to the wedding.

Definition: A type of sauce used to add flavor to salads or other dishes, or a material used to cover a wound.

Example: She drizzled the dressing over the fresh salad before serving it.

Definition: To take in liquid through the mouth; to consume a beverage.

Example: After the long hike, we stopped to drink some water.

Definition: A liquid that people can consume, often referred to as a beverage. It can include water, juice, soda, or alcoholic drinks.

Example: She ordered a refreshing drink on a hot day.

Definition: To swallow a liquid, usually for nourishment or refreshment.

Example: She decided to drink a glass of water after her workout.

Definition: A large, cylindrical bag made of strong fabric, often used for carrying clothes and personal items, especially when traveling or camping.

Example: He packed his clothes into the duffel for the weekend trip.

Definition: A type of bag made of a thick, durable fabric, often cylindrical in shape, used for carrying clothes and personal items, especially for travel.

Example: She packed her clothes into the duffle for the weekend trip.