A2 English Vocabulary List: Free PDF + Quiz

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.

A2 is the level where things start to click: you can describe your weekend, make plans, and handle simple transactions. This list covers the words that make those moments flow. When you’re ready to study offline, look for the PDF download button just below the table — it packs everything into one neat file.

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.

A2 Vocabulary Quiz

Think you know these A2 words? Give the list a quick scroll, then jump into the quiz below to see how many stick.

Everyday A2 English Vocabulary

Word	IPA	Type	Meaning	Example	Audio
Rainy	/ˈreɪ.ni/	adj.	Raining a lot	It was a rainy day.
Raise	/reɪz/	v.	To lift something to a higher position	Raise your hand if you know the answer.
rap	/ræp/	n.	a type of music with spoken words and a strong beat	She likes rap music.
Rate	/reɪt/	n.	The speed at which something happens or changes	The crime rate is going down.
Rather	/ˈræð.ər/	adv.	Quite to a slight degree	It is rather cold today.
Reach	/riːtʃ/	v.	To arrive at a place especially after spending a long time or a lot of effort travelling	We reached London at 6 PM.
Reader	/ˈriː.dər/	n.	Someone who reads for pleasure	She is a fast reader.
Reading	/ˈriː.dɪŋ/	n.	The skill or activity of getting information from books	Reading is my favourite hobby.
Reason	/ˈriː.zən/	n.	The cause of an event or situation or something that provides an excuse or explanation	What is the reason for your delay?
receipt	/rɪˈsiːt/	n.	Something such as a piece of paper or message proving that money, goods, or information have been received	Keep your receipt in case you need to return the item.
Receive	/rɪˈsiːv/	v.	To get or be given something	I received a letter from him.
Recent	/ˈriːsənt/	adj.	Happening or starting from a short time ago	In recent years things have changed.
Recently	/ˈriːsəntli/	adv.	Not long ago or at a time that started not long ago	Have you seen him recently?
Reception	/rɪˈsɛpʃən/	n.	The place in a hotel or office building where people go when they first arrive	Leave your key at reception.
receptionist	/rɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/	n.	a person who greets visitors and answers phones	The receptionist gave me a room key.
Recipe	/ˈrɛsəpi/	n.	A set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food	I need a recipe for chocolate cake.
Record	/ˈrɛkərd/	n.	A piece of information or a description of an event that is written on paper or stored on a computer	Keep a record of your expenses.
Reduce	/rɪˈdjuːs/	v.	To become or to make something become smaller in size amount degree importance etc	We need to reduce our spending.
refrigerator	/rɪˈfrɪdʒ.əˌreɪ.tɚ/	n.	a machine that keeps food cold	The milk is in the refrigerator.
refund	/ˈrifʌnd/	n.	money given back for a return	I got a refund for the shirt.
Regular	/ˈrɛɡjələr/	adj.	Happening or doing something often	He makes regular visits to the doctor.
Relate	/rɪˈleɪt/	v.	To find or show the connection between two or more things	How do these two ideas relate?
Relationship	/rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/	n.	The way in which two things are connected	They have a good relationship.
Relative	/ˈrɛlətɪv/	n.	A member of your family	All her relatives came to the wedding.
Relax	/rɪˈlæks/	v.	To rest while you are doing something enjoyable especially after work or effort	I just want to relax this weekend.