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
cashier	/kæˈʃɪr/	n.	the person who takes money in a store	The cashier was very friendly.
cause	/kɔːz/	n.	the reason something happens	What was the cause of the problem?
CD	/ˌsiːˈdiː/	n.	A small plastic disc for music	I still listen to music on CDs.
cd player	/ˌsiːˈdiː ˌpleɪər/	n.	a machine that plays CDs	I still have an old CD player.
Ceiling	/ˈsiːlɪŋ/	n.	The top surface of a room	There is a lamp on the ceiling.
celebrate	/ˈsɛlɪˌbreɪt/	v.	To take part in special enjoyable activities in order to show that a particular occasion is important	We celebrated my birthday with a party.
celebrity	/səˈlɛbrəti/	n.	a famous person	The celebrity smiled at the crowd.
Cell phone	/ˈsɛl foʊn/	n.	A mobile phone	I lost my cell phone yesterday.
cent	/sɛnt/	n.	A unit of money worth 0.01 of a dollar or euro	The candy costs fifty cents.
centimeter	/ˈsɛntəˌmiːtər/	n.	a unit for measuring length	The box is 20 centimeters long.
Centimetre	/ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/	n.	A unit of length	The book is 20 centimetres long.
centre	/ˈsɛntər/	n.	The middle point or part	There is a large table in the centre of the room.
Century	/ˈsɛnʧəri/	n.	A period of 100 years	This church was built in the 19th century.
Cereal	/ˈsɪəriəl/	n.	A food made from grain for breakfast	I eat cereal every morning.
certain	/ˈsɝːtən/	adj.	sure or not doubtful	I am certain about my answer.
Certainly	/ˈsɜrtənli/	adv.	Used to say yes or agree	Certainly, I can help you.
chain	/tʃeɪn/	n.	A length of metal rings that are joined together	The dog was tied up with a heavy chain.
chalk	/tʃɔːk/	n.	a white stick used for writing on a board	The teacher writes with chalk.
Champion	/ˈʧæmpiən/	n.	Someone who has won a competition	He is the world swimming champion.
chance	/tʃæns/	n.	an opportunity or possibility	I had a chance to meet the teacher.
Channel	/ˈtʃænəl/	n.	A television station	What's on the other channel?
character	/ˈkærɪktər/	n.	The particular combination of qualities in a person or place that makes them different from others	She has a very strong character.
charger	/ˈtʃɑːrdʒər/	n.	a thing that gives power to a phone or device	My phone charger is on the table.
Chat	/ʧæt/	v.	To talk in a friendly and informal way	We sat in the cafe and chatted for hours.
chatroom	/ˈtʃætˌruːm/	n.	an online place where people type messages to each other	I met my friend in a chatroom.