Everyday English (Vocabulary Building)

Topic: Cooking & Eating

Lesson Notes August 6, 2024 (Vocabulary Building)

Words & Phrases

• I went to the dentist this morning. I try to go every four months to get my teeth checked.

• After the lesson I have to visit the orthopaedist.

• I need to visit the massage therapist.

• Going to the movies is the best way to beat the summer heat.

• How far in advance can I buy a movie ticket?

• How early can I buy a movie ticket?

• The pool was shallower than usual today. (Adj; little depth)

Appropriacy

• In everyday usage, it is common to refer to the specialist by their title (“dentist / orthopaedist / massage therapist“) rather than describing the practice or field (“dentistry / orthopaedics / massage therapy“).

Cooking & Eating

Section 3

• Rich

• (of food) containing a large amount of fat, spices, sugar

• (of drink) full-bodied

• Pepper; can either mean black pepper (uncountable) or hot peppers (countable)

• Sour describes the taste of acidic food such as lemon, vinegar etc

• I ate ice cream today as a reward for swimming a lot.

• Have you ever eaten shaved ice?

• Pungent; having a sharply strong taste or smell

• Pescatarian; a person who does not eat meat but does eat fish

• Vegan; a person who does not eat any food derived from animals and who typically does not use other animal products