Most common B1 words · 10

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Learn high-frequency B1 words for everyday understanding and conversation.

1. candidate

   Word

   /ˈkæn.dɪdət/

   A person who is running in an election.

2. cap

   Word

   /kæp/

   A close-fitting hat, either brimless or peaked.

   The children were all wearing caps to protect them from the sun.

3. captain

   Word

   /ˈkæp.tən/

   A chief or leader.

4. careless

   Word

   /ˈkɛələs/

   Not concerned or worried (about).

5. category

   Word

   /ˈkætəˌɡɔɹi/

   A group, often named or numbered, to which items are assigned based on similarity or defined criteria.

   I wouldn't put this book in the same category as the author's first novel.

6. ceiling

   Word

   /ˈsiːlɪŋ/

   The overhead closure of a room.

   the dining room had an ornate ceiling

7. celebration

   Word

   /ˌsɛlɪˈbɹeiʃən/

   The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament.

8. central

   Word

   /ˈsɛntɹəl/

   Being in the centre.

9. centre

   Word

   /ˈsen.tə(ɹ)/

   The point in the interior of a circle that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.

10. ceremony

    Word

    /ˈsɛɹɪməni/

    A ritual, with religious or cultural significance.