Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: An event where something, like a song or performance, is presented or performed.

Example: The playing of the symphony was a beautiful experience.

Definition: To engage in an activity for enjoyment or recreation, often involving games or sports.

Example: The children are playing in the park.

Definition: The process of creating scripts for theatrical performances, including dialogue and stage directions.

Example: She studied playwriting in college to learn how to write for the theater.

Definition: The most enjoyable or agreeable; giving a sense of happiness or satisfaction.

Example: The weather today is the pleasantest it has been all week.

Definition: The quality or state of being enjoyable, agreeable, or pleasing.

Example: The pleasantness of the warm sun made the day feel perfect.

Definition: A light and friendly remark or conversation, often used to be polite or to create a pleasant atmosphere.

Example: They exchanged pleasantries before starting the meeting.

Definition: Something that gives enjoyment or satisfaction; it is nice or agreeable.

Example: The music was very pleasing to the audience.

Definition: Something that gives pleasure or enjoyment.

Example: The warm sunshine on my face was a pleasurable experience.

Definition: Relating to a type of speech sound that is made by completely blocking airflow and then releasing it suddenly, creating a burst of sound.

Example: The letter 'p' is an example of a plosive sound in English.

Definition: A type of speech sound that is produced by stopping the airflow and then releasing it suddenly, creating a burst of sound.

Example: The letter 'p' is an example of a plosive sound in English.

Definition: A device or person that creates graphs, drawings, or plans, often using a pen or other tools.

Example: The architect used a plotter to create detailed blueprints for the new building.

Definition: To become blocked or obstructed, often referring to a passage or opening.

Example: The sink plugged after I washed the dishes.

Definition: A small object that is used to fill a hole or opening, often to stop something from leaking or to connect electrical devices.

Example: He used a plug to seal the hole in the wall.

Definition: To insert something into a hole or opening to fill it, or to stop it up; also, to promote something, like a product or a book, by mentioning it in a public setting.

Example: The author plugged her new book during the interview.