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Exam: Cambridge English: A2 Key (KET)

bagel

IPA: /ˈbeɪɡəl/

KK: /ˈbeɪɡəl/

noun

Definition: A type of bread that is shaped like a ring and has a chewy texture, often boiled before being baked.

Example: I enjoyed a toasted bagel with cream cheese for breakfast.

bake

IPA: //beɪk//

KK: /beɪk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cook food using dry heat, usually in an oven, until it is ready to eat.

Example: I love to bake cookies on the weekends.

noun

Definition: A social event where food is cooked in an oven and served to people, or the process of cooking food in this way.

Example: We had a bake at the community center to raise money for charity.

transitive verb

Definition: To cook food using dry heat, usually in an oven.

Example: I like to bake cookies on the weekends.

ball

IPA: /bɔl/

KK: /bɔl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take the shape of a round object or to form into a sphere.

Example: The dough will ball up when you knead it.

noun

Definition: A round object that is often used in games and sports, or a formal event for dancing.

Example: The children played with a bright red ball in the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To shape something into a round form, like a sphere.

Example: She decided to ball the dough before baking.

banana

IPA: /bəˈnænə/

KK: /bəˈnænə/

noun

Definition: A long, curved fruit with a yellow skin and soft, sweet flesh inside, commonly eaten as a snack or used in desserts.

Example: I like to eat a banana for breakfast every morning.

basic

IPA: /ˈbeɪsɪk/

KK: /ˈbeɪsɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is fundamental or essential, often serving as a starting point or foundation for further development or understanding.

Example: She took a basic course in mathematics to improve her skills.

noun

Definition: An essential or fundamental part of something, often referring to the most important or simplest elements.

Example: Before starting the project, we need to review the basics of programming.

bath

IPA: /bæθ/

KK: /bæθ/

noun

Definition: A place or container where a person can wash themselves, usually filled with water.

Example: After a long day, I like to relax in a warm bath.

verb

Definition: To wash oneself or someone else in water, usually in a tub or a similar container.

Example: I like to bath in the evening to relax after a long day.

begin

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪn/

KK: /bɪˈɡɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something; to take the first step in an action or process.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something, such as an action or event.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

beginner

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪnər/

KK: /bɪˈɡɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who is just starting to learn or do something and has little experience in that area.

Example: As a beginner in painting, she took a class to improve her skills.

below

IPA: /bɪˈloʊ/

KK: /bɪˈloʊ/

adjective

Definition: Located at a lower position or level than something else.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

adverb

Definition: In a lower position or place than something else; beneath.

Example: The temperature dropped below freezing last night.

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to something that is situated at a lower level or position.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

preposition

Definition: In a lower position than something else; underneath or beneath something.

Example: The cat is hiding below the table.

big

IPA: /bɪg/

KK: /bɪg/

adjective

Definition: Large in size, amount, or degree; significant or important.

Example: The elephant is a big animal that can weigh several tons.

adverb

Definition: In a way that is impressive or significant, often used to describe success or emphasis.

Example: She talked big about her achievements at the meeting.

noun

Definition: A person or organization that has a lot of influence or power.

Example: The big in the industry made a significant impact on the market.

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