English Vocabulary

  necessary (needed to have or do in order to make a situation possible): No experience is necessary for this job. Oxygen is necessary for life on earth. essential (extremely necessary and important): It is essential to prepare for the exam. vital (essential for something to succeed or exist): Vitamins and minerals are vital …

  give the benefit of the doubt (to believe something good about someone, rather than something bad when you are not sure) We didn’t know whether he was telling the truth or not, but we gave him the benefit of the doubt.  I’ll go easy on Jane and give her …

  best of both worlds (a situation in which you can enjoy the advantages or benefits of two different things at the same time) In a job like this, I get the best of both worlds: I make a good income and spend more time with family.   envocabulary.com

  leek (a vegetable with a white stem and long flat green leaves, tasting like a mild onion) I like leek soup. Slice the spring onion, leek and garlic.   leak (a small hole or crack through which liquid or gas escapes) We managed to find the leak and seal it. (to …

  need (to require because it’s essential or very important) I need more information. They need help. We need you to be present here.   knead (to press and stretch the dough many times with your hands) Knead the dough for ten minutes. Knead the mixture thoroughly until it becomes …