ei (Long E Sound) Flashcards
(17 cards)
seize
to take possession or control of something, often suddenly or forcibly
Example: The police seized the stolen goods during the investigation.
weird
something strange or unusual
Example: My cat makes weird noises when she sees birds outside.
Keith
a traditional name of Scottish origin
Example: Keith is my cousin; he plays the guitar really well.
Neil
often used as a first name for males
Example: Neil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the moon.
either
means one or the other, but not both
Example: You can have either an apple or a banana.
neither
means not this one, and not that one
Example: You can have neither the candy nor the chips. (You don’t get any of them.)
conceive
to form an idea or plan in your mind, or to imagine something
Example: It’s hard to conceive of a world without electricity.
deceit
the act of lying or tricking someone to make them believe something that isn’t true.
Example: In the story, the villain used deceit to fool the king.
deceive
means to make someone believe something that isn’t true, usually on purpose
(can involve lying or omitting the truth)
Example: She felt hurt when she realized her friend had deceived her.
leisure
time spent away from work or duties, when you can relax or do things you enjoy
Example: She enjoys painting in her leisure time.
perceive
becoming aware of something through the senses
Example: She perceived a change in his tone of voice.
protein
a substance found in foods like meat, eggs, beans, and nuts. It helps build and repair muscles, bones, and other parts of the body.
Example: Dad added chicken to his stir-fry for extra protein.
receive
to be given something
Example: I received a gift for my birthday.
receipt
a piece of paper or digital record that shows you paid for something
Example: She kept the receipt in case she wanted to return the shoes.
caffeine
a natural substance found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and some sodas. It can make people feel more awake and alert.
Example: Too much caffeine can make it hard to fall asleep.
ceiling
the top inside surface of a room — the part above your head when you’re indoors.
Example: The light was hanging from the ceiling.
seizure
a sudden, uncontrolled burst of electrical activity in the brain that can cause symptoms like muscle jerking, body stiffness, or staring spells. Seizures are often associated with a neurological condition called epilepsy.
