B1 Unit 1: Getting Started Vocabulary

How are you?

Definition: A common greeting asking about someone’s well-being.

Example: “How are you today?”

I’m fine, thank you.

Definition: A polite response indicating that one is well.

Example: “I’m fine, thank you. And you?”

Nice to meet you.

Definition: A polite expression used when meeting someone for the first time.

Example: “Hi, I’m Sarah. Nice to meet you.”

What’s your name?

Definition: A question asking for someone’s name.

Example: “Hello! What’s your name?”

My name is…

Definition: A way to introduce oneself by stating one’s name.

Example: “My name is John.”

Where are you from?

Definition: A question asking about someone’s place of origin.

Example: “Where are you from?”

I’m from…

Definition: A response indicating one’s place of origin.

Example: “I’m from Spain.”

How old are you?

Definition: A question asking about someone’s age.

Example: “How old are you?”

I am [age] years old.

Definition: A response stating one’s age.

Example: “I am 20 years old.”

What do you do?

Definition: A question asking about someone’s occupation or activities.

Example: “What do you do for a living?”

I am a [profession].

Definition: A response indicating one’s profession.

Example: “I am a teacher.”

Do you speak [language]?

Definition: A question asking if someone speaks a particular language.

Example: “Do you speak English?”

Yes, I do.

Definition: A positive response to a yes/no question.

Example: “Yes, I speak English.”

No, I don’t.

Definition: A negative response to a yes/no question.

Example: “No, I don’t speak French.”

What’s your favorite [thing]?

Definition: A question asking about someone’s favorite item, activity, etc.

Example: “What’s your favorite color?”

My favorite [thing] is…

Definition: A response stating one’s favorite item, activity, etc.

Example: “My favorite color is blue.”

Can you help me?

Definition: A request for assistance.

Example: “Can you help me with this problem?”

Sure, no problem.

Definition: A response indicating willingness to help.

Example: “Sure, no problem. What do you need help with?”

I don’t understand.

Definition: A statement indicating lack of comprehension.

Example: “I don’t understand this question.”

Could you repeat that, please?

Definition: A request for someone to say something again.

Example: “Could you repeat that, please? I didn’t hear you.”

Excuse me.

Definition: A polite way to get someone’s attention.

Example: “Excuse me, can you tell me where the nearest bank is?”

I’m sorry.

Definition: An apology or expression of regret.

Example: “I’m sorry for being late.”

Thank you.

Definition: An expression of gratitude.

Example: “Thank you for your help.”

You’re welcome.

Definition: A polite response to “thank you.”

Example: “You’re welcome.”

Goodbye.

Definition: A phrase used to express farewell.

Example: “Goodbye! See you tomorrow.”