Ready to move from simple phrases to real conversations? This CEFR-aligned A2 list gives you around 1600 practical words you’ll actually hear and use — on the street, while traveling, or at a café. No fluffy lists, just vocabulary that helps you connect.
Each entry comes with a clear meaning, an everyday example sentence, and easy-to-read US IPA so you can say it right. Tap the play button next to any word to hear it spoken aloud — that way you’re not just reading, you’re training your ears too.
Ready to grow your English step by step? This friendly A2 set is packed with useful words for everyday life, and you can find the free printable A2 English vocabulary list list PDF plus the free downloadable printable A2 English list flashcards when you scroll to the bottom of the article.
Words are great, but you need chunks you can blurt out without thinking. Our free chunk-based lessons teach real phrases with audio and speaking practice. If you’re just starting, Lesson 1 — First Greetings will have you chatting in minutes.
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Everyday A2 English Vocabulary
| Word | IPA | Type | Meaning | Example | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | /ˈmænɪdʒər/ | n. | The person who is responsible for managing an organization | I want to speak to the manager. | |
| manual | /ˈmænjuəl/ | n. | a book with instructions | Read the manual before using the machine. | |
| many | /ˈmɛni/ | det. | A large number of | There are many people at the park. | |
| maple | /ˈmeɪ.pəl/ | n. | a tree often seen along roads and in parks | We saw tall maple trees near the road. | |
| Mark | /mɑrk/ | n. | A number or letter given to judge a piece of work | She got a good mark in the test. | |
| marker | /ˈmɑːr.kɚ/ | n. | a pen with thick ink | I use a marker to circle the word. | |
| Married | /ˈmɛrɪd/ | adj. | Having a husband or wife | They have been married for ten years. | |
| Match | /mætʃ/ | n. | A sports competition | We watched a football match on TV. | |
| Material | /məˈtɪriəl/ | n. | A physical substance that things can be made from | Wood is a useful material. | |
| Mathematics | /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/ | n. | The study of numbers shapes and space | Mathematics is my favorite subject. | |
| Matter | /ˈmætər/ | n. | A situation or subject that is being dealt with or considered | It is a matter of great importance. | |
| mattress | ˈmæ.trəs | n. | the soft part of a bed | The mattress is very comfortable. | |
| Meaning | /ˈmiːnɪŋ/ | n. | What something represents or expresses | I don't know the meaning of this word. | |
| Medicine | /ˈmɛdɪsɪn/ | n. | Treatment for illness or injury | Did you take your medicine? | |
| Meet | /miːt/ | v. | To see and talk to someone | Let's meet at the cafe at 3 PM. | |
| Meeting | /ˈmiːtɪŋ/ | n. | An occasion when people come together to discuss something | I have a meeting with my boss. | |
| Member | /ˈmɛmbər/ | n. | A person who belongs to a group or organization | She is a member of the tennis club. | |
| Memory | /ˈmɛməri/ | n. | The ability to remember information | He has a very good memory. | |
| Menu | /ˈmɛnjuː/ | n. | A list of the food that you can eat in a restaurant | Can I see the menu please? | |
| Message | /ˈmɛsɪdʒ/ | n. | A short piece of information that you give to a person | I left a message for him. | |
| Metal | /ˈmɛtəl/ | n. | A chemical element such as iron or gold | The key is made of metal. | |
| Method | /ˈmɛθəd/ | n. | A particular way of doing something | This is a new method of teaching. | |
| metre | /ˈmiːtər/ | n. | a unit for measuring length | The table is two metres long. | |
| microphone | /ˈmaɪkrəˌfoʊn/ | n. | Device to record sound | Speak into the microphone. | |
| midday | /ˌmɪdˈdeɪ/ | n. | the middle of the day | We ate lunch at midday. |
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