English Vocabulary

pain vs. ache pain (a strong physical discomfort or suffering) I feel a sharp pain in my lower back. If the pain worsens, take an aspirin.   ache (a continuous dull pain) I had a toothache last night. I felt an ache in my muscles after the long walk.   …

  mess (a state of being dirty or untidy): His room is always a mess. disorder (a lack of order or an untidy state): The kitchen was in complete disorder. clutter (a lot of things scattered or piled up untidily): My desk is covered in a clutter of papers. jumble …

  lack (to not have something or not having enough of something): A lack of sleep dulled my thinking. They canceled the project due to a lack of funds. absence (when something is not present or does not exist): The absence of noise created a peaceful atmosphere for studying in …

  yeah  it’s used most of the time in casual conversation (an informal word for “yes”) Do you want pizza? – Yeah, I’m starving. Is this your car? – Yeah, that’s mine.   yea  formal, it’s not used in casual conversation (a yes vote) All those in favor, say ‘yea.’ …

  Ways to say, “I will pay.” I’ll cover the cost. I’m going to take care of that. I will settle the bill. I’ll foot the bill. I plan to pay. I’ll handle the payment. I will take responsibility for the payment. I intend to pay. I’ll take care of …