Patience Vocab. 1
This adjective describes a person who remains calm and peaceful even in stressful situations.
placid
This informal British word means "friends."
mates
This proverb reminds us that mastering a skill takes time and effort.
Rome wasn't built in a day
This type of organization does not exist to make a profit.
nonprofit organization
This tool is used to tighten or loosen screws.
screwdriver
My hair is too long. I’m going to __________________ tomorrow.
have it cut
This noun refers to a sore that can develop in the stomach, often linked to stress or certain medications.
ulcer
This phrasal verb means to arrive somewhere, especially when people are expecting you.
turn up
This saying means that being able to wait calmly is a valuable quality.
Patience is a virtue
Money that you can subtract from your taxable income is called this.
tax deduction
This shop is the best place to buy tools, screws, paint, and other DIY supplies.
hardware shop
The windows are very dirty. We should __________________ before the guests arrive.
have them cleaned
This adjective describes a situation that feels like too much to handle.
overwhelming
A job, place, or idea that attracts your interest can be described with this adjective.
appealing
This expression means to wait patiently for the right opportunity before taking action.
Bide your time
This phrase means to join an activity, event, or competition.
take part in
This verb means to join pieces of wood together using a hammer.
nail
Last week, Sarah __________________ because one of her teeth was hurting.
(check)
had her teeth checked
This adjective means harmful or damaging to someone or something.
detrimental
This adverb means "in a way that matches the situation."
accordingly
This piece of advice warns beginners not to attempt advanced tasks before learning the basics.
Don't try to run before you can walk
This noun refers to activities aimed at collecting money for a cause.
found-rising
This long, flat piece of wood is often used in construction.
plank
Tom's suit was too big, so he __________________ before the wedding.
(alter)
had his suit altered
This adjective describes someone who keeps trying despite difficulties and setbacks.
persistent
Students often do this the night before an exam instead of studying regularly.
cram
This proverb suggests that patience is often rewarded.
Good things come to those who wait
This verb means to give money, goods, or time to help a person or organization.
donate
This verb means to put together furniture or equipment from separate parts.
assemble
We're planning to __________________ next month because our living room is too dark.
(fit)
have new windows fitted
If a colleague suddenly starts shouting at everyone because they're stressed, they are doing this phrasal verb.
lash out
These are difficulties or obstacles that make achieving something harder.
hurdles
This idiom describes acting immediately, aggressively, and without enough planning.
Rush in with guns all blazing
You pay £20 to enter a charity race. This payment is called this.
entrance fee
This verb means to create clothing, scarves, or blankets using yarn and needles.
knit
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
a) I have had my car repair.
b) I have my car repaired.
c) I have had my car repaired.
C