Travel English
Survival English for travelers. Airport vocabulary, hotel booking, directions, restaurant phrases, and emergency situations — all the words you need abroad.
the eighth month of the year, between July and September.
adjectivea large vehicle that carries people along a fixed route for a small amount of money.
nouna device used to take pictures or record videos.
nouna large country in North America, north of the United States.
nounan area of land with its own government and borders, like France or Japan.
nouna person trained to help sick people and give medical treatment.
nounthe main unit of money used in the United States and some other countries.
nouna country in Europe, known for its food, art, and the Eiffel Tower.
nounrelating to France, its people, or its language.
verba country in East Asia, made up of many islands, known for its technology and culture.
nouna small metal object used to open or close a lock.
nouna sweet, juicy fruit with yellow or orange flesh and a large seed inside.
nouna picture that shows where places, roads, or countries are.
nouna soft thing you put your head on when you sleep in a bed.
nouna vehicle that flies through the air and carries people or things.
nouna long, wide flow of water that moves across land to the sea or a lake.
nounwhite frozen water that falls from the sky when it is very cold
nouna hot liquid food made by cooking vegetables, meat, or fish in water
nouna country in southern Europe, near Portugal and France
nounthe language people speak in Spain and many other countries, or something from Spain
verbhaving a lot of light and heat from the sun.
adjectiveto move through water using your arms and legs.
nounthe activity or sport of moving through water using your arms and legs.
nouna long vehicle that moves on tracks and carries people or things from one place to another
nouna small, flat nut that you can eat, often light brown in color
nouna yellow-orange color, like the color of honey or a traffic light
nouna type of coffee made with hot water and a shot of espresso
nouna heavy metal object that stops a boat from moving in the water
nouna country in South America, known for tango and soccer
nouna thin stick with a sharp point shot from a bow
nounthe large ocean between North and South America, Europe, and Africa.
adjectivea bag that you carry on your back, used for school, travel, or hiking
nouna small outdoor area on the outside of a building, above the ground, with a wall or railing
nouna green plant with a strong smell, used as a herb in cooking, especially in Italian food.
nouna long seat for two or more people, usually made of wood or metal, found in parks or public places.
nounthe capital city of Germany, known for its history, culture, and art.
nouna large, soft piece of cloth that you use to keep warm in bed.
nounthe act of getting on a plane, train, or ship.
verba strong shoe that covers your foot and part of your leg.
nounmore than one boot; strong shoes that cover the foot and part of the leg.
nouna large country in South America, known for its forests and beaches.
nouna structure built over a river, road, or valley so people or cars can cross.
nouna part of New York City, known for its neighborhoods and bridges.
nouna Mexican food made of a soft flat bread wrapped around meat, beans, and other foods.
nounthe capital city of Egypt, a large city in Africa.
nouna long, narrow boat that you move through water using a paddle.
nouna hot coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk, often with foam on top.
nouna small vehicle with wheels that you push or pull to move things.
nounmoney in the form of coins or paper bills, not credit cards or digital money.
nouna large, strong building from long ago, often with high walls and towers.
nouna large hole in the side of a mountain or under the ground.
nounpast tense of check; to look at something to see if it is correct or okay.
verbthe place in a store where you pay for things you want to buy.
nouna country in Asia, or high-quality plates, cups, and dishes made from clay
nouna holiday on December 25th when Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus, and many people give gifts
nouna show with performers like clowns, acrobats, and animals, often in a big tent.
nouna small place where you go to see a doctor or get medical help.
nounwhen the sky is full of clouds and you cannot see the sun clearly.
adjectivea large, brown, hard fruit with white flesh and clear liquid inside, from a palm tree.
nounA tool that shows you which direction is north, south, east, and west.
nouna sea animal with a hard shell, ten legs, and two large claws.
nouna large, dangerous reptile with a long mouth and sharp teeth that lives in rivers and lakes.
nouna soft, buttery bread from France that is shaped like a curved moon.
nouna short way to write 'Connecticut', a state in the United States.
nouna country on an island in the Caribbean Sea, near the United States.
nouna hot, spicy dish made with meat or vegetables and a sauce with special spices.
nounthe activity or sport of riding a bicycle.
verba small white flower with a yellow center that grows in grass.
nouna smart sea animal that is gray and has a long nose, often seen jumping in water.
nounvery light rain that falls in small drops.
nouna small piece of dough, often filled with meat or vegetables, that is cooked in water or steam.
nouna very tall metal tower in Paris, France, that is a famous landmark.
nounthe money used in many countries in Europe, like France, Germany, and Spain.
nounsmall objects that explode with bright colors and loud noises, used for celebration.
nouna trip in an airplane, or the act of flying.
nounthick cloud that is close to the ground and makes it hard to see
nouna large area of land covered with many trees
nouna tool with thin points at one end, used for eating food.
nouna structure that sends water up into the air, often in a park or city square.
nouna thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces when it is very cold.
nouna door in a fence or wall that you can open to go through.
nouna person from Germany, or the language spoken in Germany, Austria, and parts of Switzerland.
nouna country in central Europe, known for its history, cars, and beer.
proper nouna light brown root with a strong, spicy taste, used in cooking and tea.
nouna round model of the Earth, or any round object like a ball.
nouna sport where you hit a small ball into holes in the ground with special sticks.
nouna hard hat you wear to protect your head when riding a bike or playing sports
nouna curved piece of metal or plastic used for hanging things or catching fish.
nouna hard, pointed part that grows on the heads of some animals, or a device in a car that makes a loud sound.
nouna very strong storm with heavy rain and powerful winds.
nouna house made of blocks of snow, built by some people in very cold places.
nouna large country in South Asia, known for its many people and cultures.
proper nouna person from India, or something that comes from India.
adjectivea country in southern Europe, known for its food, art, and history.
proper nouna sea animal with a soft, clear body that can sting you.
nouna small, narrow boat that you move through water using a paddle.
nouna country in East Asia, divided into North Korea and South Korea.
nouna large area of water that is surrounded by land.
nouna light inside a container that you can carry or hang outside.
nouna hot drink made with coffee and steamed milk.
nouna tall building near the sea with a bright light that shows ships where to go safely.
nounthe capital city of Portugal, a country in Europe
nouna sea animal with a hard shell, eight legs, and two large claws, often eaten as food
nounthe capital city of England, a big city with many famous places and people.
nouna large island country in Africa, known for its unique animals and plants.
nounthe capital city of Spain, known for its art and culture.
nounsomething you wear over your face to hide it or to protect yourself from germs or smoke.
nouna country in North America, south of the United States.
nouna building where Muslims go to pray and worship.
nouna cheap hotel for people traveling by car, where you can park near your room.
nouna very long river in Africa that flows through Egypt.
nouna large tree with hard wood, or the wood from this tree
nounthe large area of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface
nouna sea animal with eight long arms and a soft body
nouna small, green or black fruit that is eaten or used to make oil
nouna food made by mixing eggs and cooking them in a flat shape, often with other things inside.
nouna dried plant used to add flavor to food, especially Italian dishes.
nounthe inside part of your hand between your fingers and wrist, or a type of tree with big leaves at the top.
nouna sweet, soft fruit with orange flesh and black seeds, often eaten for breakfast or in salads.
nouna public event where people walk or ride in a line to celebrate something, often with music and costumes.
nounthe capital city of France, famous for its art, food, and the Eiffel Tower.
nouna small book from your country that allows you to travel to other countries.
nouna round, soft fruit with yellow-red skin and a large seed inside.
nouna sweet fruit that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, with green or yellow skin.
nouna type of pasta that is short, tube-shaped, and cut at an angle at both ends.
nouna shop or place where you can buy medicine and health products.
nouna person who flies an airplane or helicopter.
nouna small area of water that is smaller than a lake.
nouna unit for measuring weight equal to 16 ounces, or the money used in the UK
nouna baked food made from dough, usually twisted into a knot shape and salted
nouna flat boat made of wood or rubber that floats on water.
nouna piece of paper that shows you paid for something.
nouna place where people go on vacation, often with a hotel, beach, or activities.
nouna long, loose piece of clothing that you wear over your clothes or after a bath
nounthe capital city of Italy, known for its old buildings and history
nouna thick, strong string made by twisting fibers together, used for pulling or tying things
nouna line of things or people next to each other
nouna cold dish made of mixed vegetables or fruits, often with a sauce.
nouna pink fish that people eat, often cooked or smoked.
nouna spicy sauce made from tomatoes, onions, and peppers, often eaten with Mexican food.
nountiny pieces of rock that cover beaches and deserts.
nounopen shoes that you wear in warm weather, usually with straps.
nouna piece of cloth worn around the neck for warmth or fashion.
nounthe natural beauty of a place, like mountains, trees, or lakes.
nouna large fish with sharp teeth that lives in the ocean.
nounthe hard, outer covering of an animal like a turtle or a sea creature.
nouna small sea animal with a curved body and a tail, often eaten as food.
nouna small thing you buy or keep to remember a place you visited
nouna soft object with many small holes that can hold water, used for cleaning
nouna large building with seats where people watch sports or concerts.
nouna small piece of paper you put on a letter to pay for sending it.
nouna sea animal with five arms that looks like a star.
nouna shape of a person or animal made from stone, metal, or wood.
nouna thick, flat piece of meat, usually from a cow, that you cook and eat.
nouna hard, solid piece of rock, usually small enough to hold in your hand.
nouna small, red fruit with little seeds on the outside and a sweet taste.
nouna large bag with a handle that you use to carry your clothes when you travel.
nouna Japanese food made of cold rice with raw fish or vegetables, often wrapped in seaweed.
nouna Mexican food made of a folded tortilla filled with meat, cheese, and vegetables.
nounan island country in East Asia, near China, known for its cities and technology.
nouna building where people go to pray or worship in some religions.
nouna shelter made of cloth or plastic that you put up with poles, used for camping.
nounthe capital city of Japan, a very large and busy city.
nouna tall, narrow building or part of a building that is higher than the rest.
nounrelating to the hot and wet areas of the world near the equator.
nouna flower that grows from a bulb and has a cup-shaped head of many colors.
nouna large fish that lives in the ocean and is often eaten as food.
nouna large bird that is often eaten on special days like Thanksgiving or Christmas.
nouna slow animal with a hard shell that lives in water or on land.
nouna container, usually made of glass or clay, used to hold flowers or as decoration.
nouna flat, square breakfast food with small holes, often eaten with syrup or butter.
nouna very large animal that lives in the ocean and breathes air.
nouna chair with wheels that helps people who cannot walk move around.
nouna thing used to close clothes or bags, made of two rows of small teeth that lock together.
nouna type of building material made from mud and straw that is dried in the sun.
nouna very large river in South America, or a tall, strong woman in old stories
nounthe very cold area around the North Pole
nouna large place with seats where people watch sports or shows
nouna natural light show in the sky, often seen near the North or South Pole, with many colors like green and pink
nouna piece of cloth or metal over a window or door that gives shade from the sun or rain
nouna small book or paper with pictures and information, used for advertising.
nounan Italian food made of bread with tomatoes, oil, and herbs on top.
nouna man-made waterway used for boats or to bring water to fields.
nouna cover like a roof made of cloth or branches, used for shade or shelter.
nouna deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often made by a river.
nouna vehicle with wheels that is pulled by a horse, or a part of a train where people sit.
nouna small building or room used for Christian prayer or worship.
nouna person who repairs shoes, or a sweet baked fruit dessert with a top crust.
nounA very large, old building in Rome where people watched fights and shows long ago.
nounA thick, soft cover for a bed that keeps you warm.
nouna hard, colorful substance found in the ocean, made by small sea animals.
nouna small, narrow river or stream of water.
nouna small, round, soft bread from the UK, often eaten with butter.
nounthe place at an airport or border where officials check what you bring into a country.
nounto make something happen later than planned; a situation where something is late.
nouna Hindu festival of lights celebrated in autumn, with lamps and fireworks.
nouna round roof shaped like the top half of a ball.
nouna bridge that can be pulled up to let boats pass or to stop people from crossing.
nouna large bag made of strong cloth, used for carrying clothes when traveling.
nouna Mexican food made of a rolled tortilla filled with meat or cheese and covered with sauce.
nouna strong, dark coffee made by forcing hot water through very fine coffee beans.
nounthe highest mountain in the world, located in Asia.
nouna large, special meal with a lot of food, often for a celebration
nouna type of pasta that is long, flat, and thick, often served with sauce
nouna small, sweet fruit with many tiny seeds, often eaten fresh or dried
nouna type of music and dance from Spain, with fast movements and guitar playing.
nouna small container for carrying drinks, usually made of metal or glass.
nouna type of apple that is sweet and crisp, or a famous mountain in Japan.
nouna small building in a garden or park with a roof and open sides, where people can sit.
nouna part of a machine that turns to make other parts move, or the equipment you need for an activity.
nounsmall, soft Italian food made from potato and flour, often eaten with sauce.
nouna very large desert in Asia, mostly in China and Mongolia.
nouna long, narrow boat used in Venice, Italy, or a box that carries people up a mountain on a cable.
nouna type of yellow cheese from the Netherlands.
nouna large island country near the North Pole, mostly covered in ice.
proper nouna very small village, usually in the countryside with few houses.
nouna small problem or delay; also, to attach something to a vehicle
nouna cheap place to stay, like a hotel, where travelers share rooms and bathrooms.
nouna small hotel or place where travelers can sleep and eat.
nouna list or plan of places you will visit on a trip.
nounthe feeling of being very tired after a long airplane trip across different time zones.
nounthe second highest mountain in the world, located in Asia.
nounthe long piece at the bottom of a boat that helps it stay balanced in the water.
nouna very tall mountain in Africa, in the country of Tanzania.
nouna place where string or rope is tied together in a loop or ball.
nouna type of cloth made from a plant, used for clothes, sheets, and towels.
nouna small, round, sweet cookie made with egg whites and sugar, often with a filling.
nouna type of fish with a strong taste, often eaten cooked or smoked.
nouna tall pole on a boat or ship that holds the sails.
nouna type of red wine that is soft and not too strong in taste.
nouna long river in the United States, or a state in the southern US.
nouna deep, wide hole filled with water around a castle or city to keep enemies out.
nouna very dry desert in the southwestern United States.
nouna cold drink made with alcohol, lime, sugar, and mint leaves.
nouna small sea animal with a hard, dark shell that you can eat.
nouna type of soft, flat bread from South Asia, often cooked in a hot oven.
nounpeaceful and calm, or the name of a large ocean between Asia and America.
adjectivea tall building with many levels, often found in Asian countries like China or Japan.
nouna type of nut with a hard, brown shell and a sweet taste, often used in cooking.
nouna long structure built over water where boats can stop or people can walk.
nounrelated to the very cold areas near the North or South Pole.
nouna large stone building with a square base and four sides that meet at a point on top, like in Egypt.
nouna Mexican food made with a folded tortilla filled with cheese and sometimes other ingredients, then cooked.
nouna creamy Italian dish made with rice, cooked slowly with broth and other ingredients.
nouna strong alcoholic drink made from sugar
nouna long, flat road where planes take off and land
nouna seat on a horse or bicycle
nouna very large, hot desert in Africa
nouna lively dance and music style from Brazil.
nouna small, fried pastry filled with spiced vegetables or meat, popular in South Asia.
nouna small, oily fish that people often eat from a can.
nouna large, flat area of land with grass and few trees, often in Africa.
nouna small, round cake that is often eaten with butter or jam.
nouna small animal with a long tail and a poisonous sting, found in hot places.
nouna small seed used in cooking, often on bread or in oil.
nounto visit interesting places, especially as a tourist.
verba mix of rain and snow that falls from the sky in cold weather
noundone by one person alone, without help from others
nouna cold, sweet food made from fruit juice and sugar, like ice cream but without milk
nouna sea animal with a long body, eight arms, and two longer arms, often used as food
nounready to be used or to help if needed.
nouna tall, pointed tower on top of a church building.
nouna long stick that you stand on to walk high above the ground, or a post that holds a building above water or ground.
nouna metal or leather ring that you put your foot in when riding a horse.
nouna tool that uses the sun's shadow to show what time it is.
nouna soft, chewy candy that you pull and stretch before eating.
nouna short name for the Taj Mahal, a famous white building in India made of marble.
nouna way of cooking food, especially chicken, in a large clay oven called a tandoor.
nouna type of dance from Argentina, with strong, sharp movements and music.
nouna pattern of colored lines and squares on cloth, often connected to Scottish families.
nouna place where buses, trains, or planes start or end their trips, or a computer screen and keyboard.
nouna famous river that flows through London, England.
nouna tall, round tent made of animal skins or cloth, used by some Native American people.
nouna very large lake in South America, between Peru and Bolivia.
nouna stick with fire at one end that you carry to give light.
nouna large bag used for carrying things, often with two handles.
nouna stand with three legs used to hold a camera or other equipment steady
nouna very strong storm with heavy rain and wind, common in Asia.
nouna soft, smooth cloth with a thick, short pile on one side, often used for fancy clothes or furniture.
nouna female name, or a city in Canada, or a type of large water plant.
nouna special stamp or document that lets you enter or stay in a country.
nouna long stick that helps someone balance while walking.
nounthe money used in Japan.
nounvery dry, with little or no rain
adjectivea very dry desert in South America, mostly in Chile.
nouna very large and deep lake in Russia
nouna way of making patterns on cloth by putting wax on it and then coloring it.
nouna tall, flat-topped hill with steep sides, found in dry areas.
nouna stone figure of a strange or ugly creature, often on old buildings to carry away rainwater.
nouna large, round piece of metal that looks like a coin, often worn as jewelry or given as a prize.
nouna hill with a flat top and steep sides, found in dry areas.
nouna small floor between two main floors of a building, often like a balcony.
nouna tall, thin tower on a mosque, where a person calls Muslims to prayer.
nouna building with special equipment for watching the stars, planets, and weather
nouna flat piece at the back of a boat or plane used to steer it
nounan ancient stone statue with a lion's body and a human head
nouna tall, thin, pointed part on top of a building, like a church
nouna type of knot that makes a loop that does not slip tight.
nouna long, underground place where dead bodies were buried long ago.
nouna metal tool with spikes that you put on your shoes to walk on ice or snow.
nouna small private area with seats in a theater or sports stadium
nouna large building made of stone where a dead person or family is buried.
nouna large, fancy building like a palace, especially in Italy.
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