📘 Part of the Complete English Course · Intermediate (B1), week 5
1. Learn the words
Press 🔊 to hear the word and the example. Say each one out loud.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| leak | water escaping where it shouldn't | There's a leak under the sink. |
| blocked | something stops the water | The toilet is blocked. |
| mould | black or green growth from damp | There's mould in the bathroom. |
| crack | a thin break | There's a crack in the wall. |
| plumber | fixes pipes and water | We need a plumber. |
| electrician | fixes electrical things (sparky) | Call an electrician. |
| maintenance | keeping things in good condition | Report maintenance issues online. |
| urgent repair | a repair that can't wait | No hot water is an urgent repair. |
| quote | a price before the job | Get a quote first. |
| faulty | not working properly | The oven is faulty. |
| pest | an unwanted animal or insect | We have a pest problem. |
| tap | where water comes out | The tap drips all night. |
| power point | where you plug things in | The power point isn't working. |
| smoke alarm | beeps when there's smoke | The smoke alarm needs a new battery. |
| access | permission to enter | Can you give the plumber access? |
| condition report | a record of the property's condition | Keep a copy of the condition report. |
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 home repairs and maintenance?
Start with these 16 words, including leak, blocked, mould, crack. 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 Intermediate (B1) words, from week 5 of the free Complete English Course.