Looking After Your Home
Open a theme, then select a word or phrase for its meaning, example and pronunciation.
1. Cleaning actions (20 entries)
- sweep the floor
- take out the rubbish
- empty the bin
- brush
- act
- continue
- behave
- succeed
- turn off the tap
- destroy
- slow down
- land
- press down
- steal
- prevent
- rinse out
- hold
- blow
- crime
- except
2. Laundry and clothing care (20 entries)
- washing machine
- dirty washing
- clean washing
- laundry basket
- hand wash
- clothes peg
- tidy up
- socks
- washing-up
- shampoo
- slippers
- washing
- fresh air
- button
- comb your hair
- washing powder
- short-sleeved
- fashion
- toe
- take more care
3. Tidying and storage (20 entries)
- container
- make space
- coat hook
- drawer
- storage box
- shut
- keep together
- throw away
- put away
- fold up
- keep for later
- packing box
- throw out
- fridge
- roll up
- bookshelf
- label
- hold still
- some space
- put the lid back on
4. Simple equipment (20 entries)
- vacuum cleaner
- electrical
- rubbish bin
- paper towel
- cupboard
- bin bag
- washing-up liquid
- plug in
- rubber gloves
- tool
- basket
- make a model
- bin
- electricity
- cigarette
- PC
- comb
- carpet
- invent
- digital camera
5. Household routines (20 entries)
- do the washing
- keep the house tidy
- take turns
- cleaning day
- change the sheets
- daily routine
- clear the table
- rubbish
- do the ironing
- water the plants
- change clothes
- take off your shoes
- pack a bag
- open the curtains
- stay up
- take regular breaks
- turn off the light
- regularly
- fall asleep
- set the alarm