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.
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- CEFR levels overview (Council of Europe)
- British Council — English learning resources
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
