A2 English Vocabulary List - Free PDF and Flashcards

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
Both	/boʊθ/	det.	Two people or things together	Both of my parents are teachers.
bother	/ˈbɑðər/	v.	to annoy or worry someone	The loud music began to bother the neighbors.
Boyfriend	/ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd/	n.	A male partner in a relationship	She is going out with her boyfriend.
boys	/bɔɪz/	n.	male children or young men	The boys are playing soccer in the park.
bracelet	/ˈbreɪ.slət/	n.	a piece of jewelry worn on the wrist	She got a silver bracelet for her birthday.
brand	/brænd/	n.	the name of a product	I like this brand of cereal.
Break	/breɪk/	v.	To damage something so it separates	Be careful not to break the glass.
break down	/breɪk daʊn/	phr. v.	to stop working	My car broke down on the way home.
breath	/brɛθ/	n.	air that goes in and out of your lungs	Take a deep breath and relax.
breeze	/briːz/	n.	a light wind	A cool breeze is blowing today.
Bridge	/brɪʤ/	n.	A structure built over a river or road	We walked across the bridge to get to the park.
bright	/braɪt/	adj.	Full of light or shining	The sun is very bright today.
Brilliant	/ˈbrɪljənt/	adj.	Very good or bright	That's a brilliant idea!
bring back	/brɪŋ bæk/	phr. v.	to return something or make someone remember something	Please bring back my book tomorrow.
Brochure	/broʊˈʃʊr/	n.	A small book with information about something	I picked up a travel brochure for Italy.
Broken	/ˈbroʊkən/	adj.	Damaged or not working	My phone screen is broken.
Broom	/brum/	n.	A tool for cleaning floors	Use the broom to sweep the floor.
Brush	/brʌʃ/	n.	A tool for cleaning teeth or hair	I need a new hair brush.
brush teeth	/brʌʃ tiθ/	verb phrase	to clean your teeth with a brush	I brush my teeth after breakfast.
bucket	/ˈbʌkɪt/	n.	a container for carrying water	The bucket is full of water.
budget	/ˈbʌdʒɪt/	n.	the amount of money you can spend	We need to stay within our budget.
bus station	/ˈbʌs ˌsteɪʃən/	n.	a place where buses start and stop	We met at the bus station.
bus stop	/ˈbʌs stɑːp/	n.	a place where a bus stops for passengers	Wait for me at the bus stop.
business person	/ˈbɪznəs ˌpɝːsən/	n.	a person who works in business	A business person often travels a lot.
businessman	/ˈbɪznəsˌmæn/	n.	a man who works in business	The businessman works in New York.

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