English Vocabulary for Class 3

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  • What is Vocabulary?
  • Vocabulary Words Related to Travel
  • Vocabulary Words Related to Location
  • FAQs
  • What is Vocabulary?

    Words we use to communicate, convey our ideas, and comprehend the world around us refer to vocabulary. It works as a verbal tool to assist us in expressing our thoughts and emotions. A large vocabulary knowledge make effective and varied expression.

    For example, Despite facing many obstacles, Alice’s persistence in learning to play the piano paid off and she eventually became a skilled musician.

    "Persistence" is used in the above-mentioned sentence to characterise Alice's trait of not giving up easily, which enabled her to accomplish her aim of becoming a proficient pianist. Therefore, being able to comprehend and use words like "persistence" in sentences facilitates clear communication and the expression.

    Vocabulary Words Related to Travel

    Word

    Definition

    Adventure

    An exciting or daring experience

    Destination

    The place to which someone is going

    Explore

    To travel in or through an unfamiliar area

    Journey

    A long trip or voyage

    Passport

    Official document for international travel

    Itinerary

    A planned route for a journey

    Culture

    The customs and beliefs of a particular group or place

    Sightseeing

    Visiting interesting places

    Transportation

    The means of moving people or goods from one place to another

    Souvenir

    A keepsake or memento from a trip

    Accommodation

    A place to stay, such as a hotel or hostel

    Expedition

    A journey with a specific purpose or goal

    Navigate

    To plan and direct the route of a ship, aircraft, or other form of transportation

    Backpack

    A bag carried on the back, often used for travel

    Tourist

    A person who is travelling or visiting a place for pleasure

    Landmark

    A recognizable feature of a landscape or location

    Luggage

    Bags and suitcases that travellers carry

    Currency

    Money used in a particular country or region

    Hospitality

    Friendly and generous treatment of guests

    Maps

    Diagrammatic representation of an area

     1. We embarked on a thrilling trip to explore ancient ruins.
    We embarked on a thrilling journey to explore ancient ruins.

    2. With a map in hand, we needed to find the way through the dense forest.
    With a map in hand, we needed to navigate through the dense forest.
    With a map in hand, we needed to locate the dense forest.
    With a map in hand, we needed to identify the dense forest.

    3. Our ultimate place was the picturesque seaside village.
    Our ultimate destination was the picturesque seaside village.
    Our ultimate location was the picturesque seaside village.

    4. The mountain climbing adventure was both challenging and exciting.
    The mountain climbing expedition was both challenging and exciting.
    The mountain climbing excursion was both challenging and exciting.
    The mountain climbing enterprise was both challenging and exciting.

    5. We packed our bags with essentials for the week-long vacation.
    We packed our luggage with essentials for the week-long vacation.
    We packed our portmanteau with essentials for the week-long vacation.
    We packed our baggage with essentials for the week-long vacation.

    6. Our detailed plan outlined all the places we'd visit each day.
    Our detailed itinerary outlined all the places we'd visit each day.
    Our detailed strategy outlined all the places we'd visit each day.

    7. We booked a comfortable place at a cosy cottage by the lake.
    We booked comfortable accommodation at a cosy cottage by the lake.

    8. Make sure to keep your ticket handy for the flight.
    Make sure to keep your boarding pass handy for the flight.

    9. Different modes of movement, like walking and cycling, are common in this city.
    Different modes of locomotion, like walking and cycling, are common in this city.

    10. The drive along the beautiful coastline offers breathtaking views.
    The drive along the scenic coastline offered breathtaking views.
    The drive along the lovely coastline offered breathtaking views.

    Vocabulary Words Related to Location

    Word

    Definition

    Location

    A particular place or position

    Coordinates

    Sets of numbers that determine a position

    Latitude

    Distance north or south of the equator

    Longitude

    Distance east or west of the prime meridian

    Map

    A visual representation of an area

    Continent

    One of the seven large landmasses on Earth

    Hemisphere

    Half of the Earth is divided by the equator

    Equator

    An imaginary line around the Earth's centre

    Prime Meridian

    The starting point for measuring longitude

    Compass

    A tool for finding direction

    North

    The direction towards the North Pole

    South

    The direction towards the South Pole

    East

    The direction towards the east

    West

    The direction towards the west

    Landmark

    A recognizable feature in the landscape

    Border

    The line dividing two countries or regions

    Territory

    A defined area under the control of a country

    Region

    An area with common characteristics

    Topography

    The physical features of a landscape

    Elevation

    The height of a location above sea level

    1. The historical place of the battle was a picturesque countryside.
    The historical locale of the battle was a picturesque countryside.

    2. The arid area of the desert stretched for miles.
    The arid region of the desert stretched for miles.

    3. Can you pinpoint the exact spot of the hidden treasure on the map?
    Can you pinpoint the exact location of the hidden treasure on the map?

    4. The small town has a tight-knit community.
    The small municipality has a tight-knit community.

    5. New York City is a bustling city known for its skyscrapers.
    New York City is a bustling metropolis known for its skyscrapers.

    6. The towering building of the cathedral was a marvel of architecture.
    The towering edifice of the cathedral was a marvel of architecture.

    7. The park is near to our school, making it an ideal spot for a field trip.
    The park is in close proximity to our school, making it an ideal spot for a field trip.
    The park is in close vicinity to our school, making it an ideal spot for a field trip.

    8. The Eiffel Tower is a famous place that attracts tourists from all over the world.
    The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark that attracts tourists from all over the world.

    9. The traffic on the main road was backed up for miles.
    The traffic on the main thoroughfare was backed up for miles.

    10. The river forms a natural border between the two countries.
    The river forms a natural frontier between the two countries.

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    FAQs

    1. What is vocabulary?

    Answer: The collection of various words and expressions that a person knows and use while speaking a language is referred to as vocabulary. It includes the words and definitions we are familiar with.

    2. How does context help in understanding vocabulary?

    Answer: Context is essential to understand word meanings. It is important to consider the words and sentences because words can have varied meanings depending on the context.

    3. What is the difference between active and passive vocabulary?

    Answer: Active vocabulary refers to words we can easily use in writing and speech whereas passive vocabulary, which consists of words we understand but might not use in casual conversation. 

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