Stepping up from the absolute basics? This A1 vocabulary list is packed with around 900 words that you’ll actually use — in shops, at work, with friends. No fluff, no obscure dictionary words nobody says. Each entry shows you the word, how to say it in US IPA, a straightforward meaning, and a real example sentence you might hear in everyday life. There’s even a play button so you can hear the word out loud.
At A1, you’re a beginner who can handle simple conversations — asking for a coffee, introducing yourself, talking about your family. That’s exactly the kind of vocabulary we’ve gathered here. It’s not just a random dump; these words are chosen to match what you need at this stage.
Use the table to listen and repeat until the words feel natural. When you’re away from your screen, grab the PDF download — the button’s right there below the table. Take it to the park, scroll through it on the bus, or scribble notes in the margins.
Of course, words are only half the battle. Our free English lessons teach you to put those words into real phrases you can actually say. Browse the lesson library or dive straight into Lesson 1: First Greetings — it’s where most people start.
- English Vocabulary hub
- Learn English guide
- Pre-A1 English Vocabulary List
- A2 English Vocabulary List
- B1 English Vocabulary List
- CEFR levels overview (Council of Europe)
- British Council — English learning resources
A1 Vocabulary Quiz
Think you’ve nailed these A1 words? Hit the quiz below and see how many you really know — it’s a quick, no-pressure check.
Essential A1 English Vocabulary
| Grammar Word | IPA | Type | Meaning | Example | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| effects | /ɪˈfɛkts/ | n. | results or changes caused by something | Lack of sleep has bad effects. | |
| eg | /ˌiːˈdʒiː/ | abbreviation | for example | Bring a snack, e.g., an apple or a banana. | |
| Eighty | /ˈeɪti/ | num. | The number 80 | The room number is eighty. | |
| electronic | /ɪˌlekˈtrɑnɪk/ | adj. | using electricity or computers | This store sells electronic games. | |
| electronics | /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑnɪks/ | n. | devices like phones, TVs, and computers. | This store sells electronics and games. | |
| Else | /ɛls/ | adv. | In addition or different | What else do you want? | |
| /ˈimeɪl/ | Noun/Verb | A digital message | Send me an email. | ||
| Empty | /ˈɛmpti/ | adj. | Containing nothing | The box is empty. | |
| en | /ɛn/ | n. | the name of the letter N. | The code ends with en. | |
| End | /ɛnd/ | n. | The final part | This is the end of the book. | |
| Engineer | /ˌɛndʒəˈnɪr/ | n. | A person who designs things | He is an engineer. | |
| engineering | /ˌɛndʒəˈnɪrɪŋ/ | n. | the work of designing and building machines | He wants to study engineering one day. | |
| england | /ˈɪŋɡlənd/ | prop. n. | a country in the United Kingdom | My uncle lives in England. | |
| english | /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/ | n. | the language used in England and many countries | He studies English every day at school. | |
| Enjoy | /ɛnˈdʒɔɪ/ | v. | To like doing something | I enjoy reading. | |
| Enough | /ɪˈnʌf/ | adj. | As much as needed | I have enough money. | |
| entertainment | /ˌentɚˈteɪnmənt/ | n. | shows, games, or fun activities | The hotel offers entertainment every evening. | |
| entry | /ˈentri/ | n. | a way to go in | The main entry is near the parking lot. | |
| environmental | /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntl/ | adj. | related to the natural world | We learned about environmental problems at school. | |
| estate | /ɪˈsteɪt/ | n. | a large area of land and buildings | The old estate has a big house and garden. | |
| et | /ɛt/ | n. | a short form used in names and lists. | The title includes et after the first name. | |
| eur | /ˈjʊroʊ/ | n. | the money used in many European countries | The ticket costs ten EUR. | |
| europe | /ˈjʊrəp/ | n. | a continent west of Asia. | Europe has many famous cities. | |
| european | /ˌjʊrəˈpiːən/ | adj. | from or about Europe | She likes European music and art. | |
| events | /ɪˈvɛnts/ | n. | planned public activities | Our school has music events in spring. |
