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English Vocabulary: B1–C1 & IELTS — MintDeck

170 cards for learners moving from intermediate to advanced English. Five sections cover B1 core vocabulary, B2 academic and topic words, C1 advanced vocabulary, the most useful phrasal verbs, and idioms and collocations for IELTS speaking. Every card pairs a plain-English definition with a natural example sentence so you learn each word in context — not in isolation.

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english · vocabulary · b1

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To agree to take or receive something offered Example: She accepted the job offer immediately.

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Achieve

english · vocabulary · b1

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To succeed in doing something by effort Example: He achieved his goal of running a marathon.

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Advice

english · vocabulary · b1

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An opinion about what someone should do (uncountable) Example: She gave me some useful advice about the exam.

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Afford

english · vocabulary · b1

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To have enough money or time for something Example: We can't afford a new car this year.

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Apply

english · vocabulary · b1

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To make a formal request, usually in writing Example: I applied for three universities.

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Appointment

english · vocabulary · b1

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An arrangement to meet someone at a set time Example: I have a doctor's appointment at 3 pm.

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Available

english · vocabulary · b1

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Able to be used or obtained; free to see someone Example: The manager is not available right now.

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Avoid

english · vocabulary · b1

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To stay away from someone or something Example: Try to avoid driving in the rush hour.

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Borrow

english · vocabulary · b1

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To take and use something that you will return Example: Can I borrow your pen for a minute?

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Complain

english · vocabulary · b1

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To say you are unhappy about something Example: He complained about the cold food.

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Convenient

english · vocabulary · b1

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Suitable for your needs; easy to use or reach Example: Is Friday a convenient time to meet?

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Decide

english · vocabulary · b1

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To choose after thinking about it Example: We decided to stay at home.

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Describe

english · vocabulary · b1

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To say what someone or something is like Example: Can you describe the man you saw?

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Discuss

english · vocabulary · b1

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To talk about something with others Example: We discussed the plan for an hour.

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Enough

english · vocabulary · b1

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As much as is needed Example: There isn't enough time to finish.

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Experience

english · vocabulary · b1

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Knowledge or skill from doing something Example: She has five years of teaching experience.

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Explain

english · vocabulary · b1

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To make something clear by describing it Example: The teacher explained the rule again.

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Familiar

english · vocabulary · b1

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Well known to you; easy to recognise Example: Her face looked familiar.

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Improve

english · vocabulary · b1

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To make or become better Example: I want to improve my English.

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Invite

english · vocabulary · b1

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To ask someone to come or join Example: They invited us to the wedding.

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Topics covered

5 topics

B1 Core Vocabulary
Everyday high-frequency words for intermediate learners
40 cards
B2 Academic & Topic Vocabulary
Words for essays, reports, and upper-intermediate exams
40 cards
C1 Advanced Vocabulary
Precise, advanced words for fluent expression
35 cards
Phrasal Verbs
The everyday phrasal verbs learners struggle with most
30 cards
Idioms & Collocations
Natural phrases and word pairings for IELTS speaking
25 cards

Card format

Front: English word, phrasal verb, or phrasee.g. Once in a blue moon
Back: Definition + example sentence

Who it’s for

Intermediate (B1) learners building toward fluency
IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge (FCE/CAE) candidates widening their range
Advanced learners polishing precise, natural English
Anyone who wants their speaking and writing to sound more native

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