Vocabulary

Development (3)
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 Stem
A stem (or root) is the base of a word that
gives it its core meaning.

Key Characteristics:

-Provides the primary meaning of the word.

-Other parts (prefixes, suffixes) are added to

the stem to modify or elaborate on the
meaning.
 Blind 盲
Sentences Additional tips

blindfold I've been there so often I could probably drive Used to prevent someone
there blindfolded. from seeing.

blinding I can see nothing in the blinding fog. (浓雾) Can also refer to light's so
bright that it makes you lose
your vision temporarily.

blindness His blindness is the result of an accident Can also be used to describe a
lack of understanding or
insight.

blindman Blindman's buff (捉迷藏) is a popular game for Often used in the context of
children. games or historical
references.

colour-blind Those jobs are unfit for the colour-blind. A common condition that can
affect daily life.
 Birth 出生
Sentences Additional tips

birthplace He visited his grandmother's birthplace. Can refer to both people and
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz. ideas.

birthmark She has a birthmark on her left cheek. Can be a variety of colors and
shapes.

birth rate 出生率 The birth rate has been declining in recent years. A key demographic indicator.

rebirth The city experienced a rebirth after the war. Often used to describe a new
beginning

Bite 咬
biter That dog is a biter. Often used to describe
We’re happy at seeing the biter (骗子) someone who is sarcastic or
unkind.

frostbite 冻伤 He suffered from frostbite during the winter Can lead to tissue damage and,
hike. in severe cases, amputation.
 Black 黑
Sentences Additional tips

blackboard Can you see the words on the blackboard Commonly used in classrooms
clearly? and presentations.

blacken (使)变黑 Don't blacken my name by spreading rumors. Can also be used figuratively to
/ 毁谤 mean to damage someone's
reputation.

blacksmith His father was a blacksmith. A traditional craft that has

been practiced for centuries.

black hearted You are so black-hearted! Stay away from me. A strong negative term used
to describe someone who is
malicious. (恶意的)

blacklist The police drew up a blacklist of wanted Often used in politics and
terrorists. (恐怖分子) business.
 Body 体; 身躯; 人
Sentences Additional tips

bodyguard The celebrity was surrounded by his bodyguards. Often used to protect
high-profile individuals like
politicians, & celebrities.

homebody 以家 Mum’s a real homebody. Could use to describe

庭为中心的人 She's a homebody who rarely goes out. someone who is introverted or
shy.

Busybody 爱管 Stay away from it, you busybody. Often used to describe
闲事的人 someone who is nosy多管闲事

loose-bodied Loose-bodied trousers are the latest fashion. Often used to describe
(衣服)宽松的 clothing styles.

embody (使具象 The actor embodied the character perfectly. Often used in discussions of
化) art, and performance.

bodybuilding He's been bodybuilding for years. Often associated with terms
健身 like "muscle gain," "protein
intake," and "gym workouts."
 Born 出生/身
Sentences Additional tips

highborn She is a highborn lady. Often used in historical or

literary contexts.

lowborn He was a lowborn soldier. Often used in historical or

literary contexts.

newborn Newborn babies are fragile.脆弱 Often used to describe babies

in their first few weeks of life.

firstborn Charles is their firstborn son. Often used to refer to the

oldest child in a family.

reborn The old man felt reborn in his children. Can be used to describe a
significant change or
transformation.

unborn They take extra care of and respect the life of Often used in discussions of
the unborn baby. pregnancy and childbirth.
 Break 打破; 破坏
Sentences Additional tips

daybreak 黎明 We woke up at daybreak to watch the sunrise. Often used to describe the
beginning of a new day.

heartbreak(ing) This is a painful and heartbreaking moment. Often used to describe tragic
使人心碎 events or personal losses.

heartbroken He was heartbroken when she left. Used to describe feelings of

极度伤心 loss or disappointment.

lawbreaker He admitted to being a lawbreaker. Refer to criminals or those

犯法的人 who violate laws.

Housebreaker The stranger was mistaken as a housebreaker. Often used to refer to burglars
(为偷盗)侵入住宅 or thieves.

peacebreaker The peacebreaker has been arrested. Often used to describe people
扰乱治安者 who cause conflict or violence.
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outbreak Such events may forecast an outbreak of war. Often used in discussions of
(战争,愤怒等)爆发 public health and social issues.

(un)breakable An encrypted password isn't easily breakable. Often used to describe fragile
The window is made of unbreakable glass. objects / things that are very
strong or durable.

break-in 闯入 There was a break-in at the jewelry store last Often used in the context of
night. burglary 入室盗窃 or theft.

breakout There was a mass breakout from the top Refer to a sudden increase or
security prison. outbreak of something, like a
disease or conflict.

breakthrough This is a medical breakthrough. Often used to describe

突破 significant progress or
achievement.

break down Our car had a breakdown on the highway. Can also refer to a mental or
故障 emotional breakdown.
 Idioms &
Proverbs
A Piece of Cake
Meaning: Something very easy to do

Example sentence

- Solving that math problem was a piece of cake for her.

- The boy found the project to be a piece of cake because
it was incredibly easy.
 Idioms &
Proverbs
Once in a Blue Moon
Meaning: Something that happens very
rarely.

Example sentence

- I only eat fast food once in a blue moon.

- Once in a blue moon I go to the cinema, only when
there's a film I really, really want to see.
 Idioms &
Proverbs
The Early Bird Catches the Worm
Meaning: Success comes to those who
prepare well and arrive early

Example sentence

She always studies early in the morning because she

believes the early bird catches the worm.
 Idioms &
Proverbs
Practice Makes Perfect
Meaning: The more you practice, the
better you will become.

Example sentence

- Keep working on your essay. Practice makes perfect.

- I've been working on my three-point field goal because
I believe practice makes perfect
 Idioms &
Proverbs
Under the Weather
Meaning: Feeling unwell or sick.

Example sentence

I didn’t go to school today because I was feeling under

the weather.
 Idioms &
Proverbs
Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way
Meaning: If you are determined, you can
achieve anything.

Example sentence

He struggled with math, but he improved because where

there’s a will, there’s a way.