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
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- B1 English Vocabulary List
- CEFR levels overview (Council of Europe)
- British Council — English learning resources
A1 Vocabulary Quiz
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Essential A1 English Vocabulary
| Grammar Word | IPA | Type | Meaning | Example | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Every | /ˈɛvəri/ | adj. | All the people or things | I go there every day. | |
| Everyone | /ˈɛvriˌwʌn/ | pron. | All people | Everyone is happy. | |
| Everything | /ˈɛvriˌθɪŋ/ | pron. | All things | Everything is ready. | |
| Everywhere | /ˈɛvriˌwɛr/ | adv. | In all places | It is everywhere. | |
| evidence | /ˈɛvɪdəns/ | n. | facts that show something is true | The photo is evidence of the accident. | |
| Exam | /ɪgˈzæm/ | n. | A test of knowledge | I have an exam tomorrow. | |
| Example | /ɪgˈzæmpəl/ | n. | A thing that shows something | Give me an example. | |
| Excited | /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/ | adj. | Very happy and full of energy | I am excited about the party. | |
| Exciting | /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/ | adj. | Making you feel excited | The game was exciting. | |
| Excuse | /ɪkˈskjus/ | v. | To forgive someone | Excuse me, where is the station? | |
| Exercise | /ˈɛksərˌsaɪz/ | n. | Physical activity | I do exercise every morning. | |
| Expensive | /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/ | adj. | Costing a lot of money | That car is expensive. | |
| f | /ɛf/ | n. | the sixth letter of the alphabet | F is in the word "fish". | |
| facilities | /fəˈsɪlətiz/ | n. | rooms or equipment for a purpose | The school has good sports facilities. | |
| Fact | /fækt/ | n. | Something that is true | It is a fact. | |
| Factory | /ˈfæktəri/ | n. | A place where things are made | He works in a factory. | |
| Fall | /fɔl/ | v. | To go down suddenly | Don't fall! | |
| Famous | /ˈfeɪməs/ | adj. | Known by many people | He is a famous singer. | |
| Fan | /fæn/ | n. | A person who likes someone | I am a fan of football. | |
| Fantastic | /fænˈtæstɪk/ | adj. | Very good | The food is fantastic. | |
| faq | /ˌɛf eɪ ˈkjuː/ | n. | a list of common questions | Check the FAQ before you email us. | |
| Far | /fɑr/ | adj. | A long way away | The school is far. | |
| Farm | /fɑrm/ | n. | A place for animals and crops | He lives on a farm. | |
| Farmer | /ˈfɑrmər/ | n. | A person who works on a farm | The farmer has cows. | |
| Fat | /fæt/ | adj. | Having a lot of flesh | The cat is fat. |
