BBC Learn English - Unit 1

Just finished BBC Learning English Unit 1 with new words and grammer

Reinstate

Reinstate (/ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt/) means to restore someone or something to its previous position, state, or condition, often after it has been removed, suspended, or dismissed. It is commonly used in contexts like employment, legal decisions, or privileges.

Bribery

Bribery (/ˈbraɪbəri/) refers to the act of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value (usually money, gifts, or favors) with the intention of influencing the actions or decisions of a person in a position of power. It is an illegal or unethical practice that undermines fairness and integrity.

Fraud

Fraud (/frɔːd/) refers to the intentional deception or misrepresentation of facts to gain an unfair or unlawful advantage, typically involving financial gain. It is a crime that involves deceit, trickery, or dishonest behavior.

Fury

Fury (/ˈfjʊəri/) refers to intense, violent anger or rage, often to the point where it is uncontrollable or destructive. It can also describe a state of extreme force or violence, especially in relation to storms or natural events.

Windfall

Windfall (/ˈwɪndˌfɔːl/) refers to an unexpected gain or benefit, typically a large sum of money, that comes without much effort or planning. The term originally referred to fruit or crops blown down by the wind, but now it is most often used in financial contexts.

Pronunciation

Notice the stressed syllable and shout it.

as … as

He is as tall as his sister. It is as good a meal as I have had. He ran as quickly as he could.

Idioms

She was as brave as a lion. They were as tall as trees. I’m as cool as a cucumber.