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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

spiciest

IPA: /ˈspaɪsiəst/

KK: /ˈspaɪsɪəst/

adjective

Definition: Having the most strong and hot flavor, often from spices or peppers.

Example: This dish is the spiciest I've ever tasted!

spicy

IPA: /ˈspaɪsi/

KK: /ˈspaɪsi/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong flavor that comes from spices, often making food taste hot or zesty.

Example: I love the spicy flavor of this curry dish.

spill

IPA: /spɪl/

KK: /spɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To flow or fall out of a container, often accidentally.

Example: The juice spilled all over the table when I knocked it over.

noun

Definition: An amount of liquid that has accidentally flowed out of a container.

Example: There was a spill of juice on the kitchen floor.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause a liquid or substance to flow out of a container accidentally or intentionally.

Example: Be careful not to spill your drink on the table.

spoil

IPA: /spɔɪl/

KK: /spɔɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become bad or unusable, especially food that has gone bad due to decay.

Example: If you leave the milk out too long, it will spoil.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe goods or property taken from someone, often after a conflict or victory. It can also refer to benefits gained by a winner in a competition or political context.

Example: The general proudly displayed the spoil of war in the museum.

transitive verb

Definition: To damage something or make it less good, often by treating it too kindly or allowing it to go bad.

Example: If you leave the milk out too long, it will spoil.

spoiled

IPA: /spɔɪld/

KK: /spɔɪld/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who has become selfish or demanding because they have been overly pampered, or referring to food that has gone bad and is no longer safe to eat.

Example: The spoiled child always wants more toys and throws tantrums when he doesn't get them.

verb

Definition: To have damaged or ruined something, often by making it unusable or unfit for consumption.

Example: The milk spoiled because it was left out of the fridge for too long.

spoke

IPA: /spoʊk/

KK: /spoʊk/

noun

Definition: A rod or stick that connects the center of a wheel to its outer edge, helping to support the wheel's structure.

Example: The bicycle's spoke broke, making it difficult to ride smoothly.

transitive verb

Definition: To fit or equip something, like a wheel, with rods that connect the center to the outer edge.

Example: The mechanic spoke the wheel to ensure it was sturdy and safe to use.

spoon

IPA: /spuːn/

KK: /spun/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cuddle closely with someone, often in a romantic or affectionate way, resembling the way spoons fit together.

Example: They love to spoon on the couch while watching movies.

noun

Definition: A kitchen tool with a round, shallow bowl and a handle, used for eating, serving, or cooking food.

Example: She used a spoon to stir the soup.

transitive verb

Definition: To lift or scoop something up using a spoon or in a manner similar to using a spoon.

Example: She spooned the rice onto the plate carefully.

spot

IPA: /spɒt/

KK: /spɑt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that happens immediately or in a specific place, often without delay.

Example: They made a spot decision to change the plan right away.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become marked with small marks or dots.

Example: The dog began to spot with white fur as it got older.

noun

Definition: A small mark or area that is different in color or texture from the surrounding surface, or a specific location or place.

Example: She found a bright red spot on the wall that needed to be painted over.

transitive verb

Definition: To see or notice something, often something small or difficult to find.

Example: I can spot the difference between the two paintings easily.

spray

IPA: /spreɪ/

KK: /sprā/

intransitive verb

Definition: To release liquid in small drops or particles, often in a wide area.

Example: The gardener decided to spray the plants to keep them healthy.

noun

Definition: A fine mist of liquid that comes out of a container, often used for applying substances like perfume, paint, or insect repellent.

Example: She used a spray to keep the bugs away from her garden.

transitive verb

Definition: To send out a liquid in small drops or a fine mist, often using a device designed for this purpose.

Example: She decided to spray the plants with water to help them grow.

sprinkle

IPA: /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

KK: /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fall or come down in small drops or particles.

Example: The rain began to sprinkle lightly on the ground.

noun

Definition: A small amount of something that is scattered or spread lightly over a surface.

Example: She added a sprinkle of salt to the soup for extra flavor.

transitive verb

Definition: To scatter small amounts of something over a surface.

Example: She decided to sprinkle some salt on the vegetables before cooking them.

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