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
Supper	/ˈsʌpər/	n.	A main meal eaten in the evening	What's for supper?
Support	/səˈpɔrt/	v.	To agree with and give encouragement to someone or something because you want him her or it to succeed	My family always supports me.
Supporter	/səˈpɔrtər/	n.	Someone who supports a particular idea group or person	He is a strong supporter of the team.
Suppose	/səˈpoʊz/	v.	To think that something is likely to be true	I suppose you are right.
Sure	/ʃʊr/	adj.	Certain without any doubt	Are you sure about that?
Surf	/sɜrf/	v.	To ride on a wave as it comes towards land while standing or lying on a special board	He loves to surf in Hawaii.
Surface	/ˈsɜrfɪs/	n.	The outer or top part or layer of something	The surface of the moon is covered in craters.
surfboard	/ˈsɝːfˌbɔrd/	n.	a long board used for surfing	He carried his surfboard to the beach.
surfboarding	/ˈsɝːfˌbɔrdɪŋ/	n.	the sport of riding waves on a surfboard	Surfboarding is popular in summer.
Surfing	/ˈsɜrfɪŋ/	n.	The sport of riding on a wave on a special board	We went surfing at the beach.
Surname	/ˈsɜrneɪm/	n.	The name that you share with other members of your family	What is your surname?
Surprise	/sərˈpraɪz/	n.	An unexpected event	The party was a complete surprise.
Surprised	/sərˈpraɪzd/	adj.	Feeling or showing surprise because something has happened that you did not expect	I was surprised to see him.
Surprising	/sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/	adj.	Unexpected	It is surprising that he didn't call.
Surround	/səˈraʊnd/	v.	To be everywhere around something	The house is surrounded by trees.
Survey	/sərˈveɪ/	n.	An examination of opinions behaviour etc made by asking people questions	We conducted a survey of student opinions.
Survive	/sərˈvaɪv/	v.	To continue to live or exist especially after coming close to dying or being destroyed or after being in a difficult situation	The plants didn't survive the winter.
Suspect	/səˈspɛkt/	v.	To think or believe something to be true or probable	I suspect he is lying.
Swallow	/ˈswɑloʊ/	v.	To cause food drink pills etc to move from your mouth into your stomach by using the muscles of your throat	The tablets are too big to swallow.
swan	/swɑn/	n.	a large white bird with a long neck	We saw a swan on the lake.
Swear	/swɛr/	v.	To use words that are rude or offensive	It is rude to swear.
Sweater	/ˈswɛtər/	n.	A piece of clothing typically with long sleeves and made from wool that is worn on the upper part of the body	Put on a sweater if you are cold.
sweep	swip	v.	to clean a floor with a broom	I sweep the kitchen floor every day.
Sweet	/swiːt/	adj.	Having a taste similar to that of sugar	This tea is too sweet.
Swim	/swɪm/	v.	To move through water by moving the body or parts of the body	I can swim very well.