📘 Part of the Complete English Course · Elementary (A2), week 10
1. Learn the words
Press 🔊 to hear the word and the example. Say each one out loud.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| form | a document with questions to fill in | Please fill in this form. |
| fill in | write the information on a form | Fill in your details here. |
| signature | your name written by you | Your signature goes here. |
| date of birth | the day you were born | Write your date of birth. |
| passport | an official travel document | Bring your passport. |
| visa | permission to be in a country | What type of visa do you have? |
| licence | an official card that allows you to do something | Do you have a driver's licence? |
| proof of address | a document showing where you live | I need proof of address. |
| copy | a duplicate of a document | Bring a copy of your ID. |
| certified copy | a copy signed by an authorised person | They need a certified copy. |
| expiry date | when a document stops being valid | Check the expiry date. |
| tick | mark a box with ✓ | Tick the box if you agree. |
| optional | you can choose | This question is optional. |
| required | you must do it | All fields are required. |
| reference number | a number for your case | Keep your reference number. |
| submit | send a form | Click submit when you're finished. |
2. Practise with flashcards
Read the meaning and type the missing word. Words you find hard come back sooner.
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3. Check yourself
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most useful English words for forms and documents?
Start with these 16 words, including form, fill in, signature, date of birth. Each has a simple meaning, an example sentence and audio.
What's the best way to learn new English words?
Listen and say each word out loud, use the flashcards for a few minutes a day (hard words come back sooner), then write your own example sentence.
What level are these words?
They're Elementary (A2) words, from week 10 of the free Complete English Course.