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[A2 Level] Everyday Emotions – English vocabulary

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30 English words with meanings: happy, sad, angry, tired, excited… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. happy /'hæpi/ (adj) — feeling joy or pleasure
    Example: She feels happy when she listens to music.
    Synonyms: glad, cheerful, pleased
  2. sad /sæd/ (adj) — feeling unhappy
    Example: He felt sad after watching the movie.
    Synonyms: unhappy, down, blue
  3. angry /'æŋɡri/ (adj) — feeling strong displeasure or rage
    Example: She was angry because he broke her phone.
    Synonyms: mad, furious, irritated
  4. tired /'taɪərd/ (adj) — needing rest or sleep
    Example: I feel tired after working all day.
    Synonyms: sleepy, exhausted, weary
  5. excited /ɪk'saɪtɪd/ (adj) — very happy and eager about something
    Example: The children were excited about their trip.
    Synonyms: thrilled, enthusiastic, eager
  6. bored /bɔ:rd/ (adj) — not interested; finding something dull
    Example: He got bored during the long meeting.
    Synonyms: uninterested, weary, dull
  7. nervous /'nɜ:rvəs/ (adj) — worried
    Example: She felt nervous before the job interview.
    Synonyms: anxious, tense, worried
  8. relaxed /rɪ'lækst/ (adj) — calm and free from stress
    Example: He feels relaxed on the beach.
    Synonyms: calm, comfortable, easygoing
  9. scared /skeəd/ (adj) — afraid
    Example: The child was scared of the dark.
    Synonyms: afraid, frightened, terrified
  10. surprised /sər'praɪzd/ (adj) — feeling shock because of something unexpected
    Example: I was surprised to see her there.
    Synonyms: amazed, astonished, shocked
  11. calm /kɑ:m/ (adj) — quiet and not upset
    Example: He stayed calm during the argument.
    Synonyms: peaceful, composed, serene
  12. confused /kən'fju:zd/ (adj) — not able to understand clearly
    Example: I'm confused about these instructions.
    Synonyms: puzzled, uncertain, mixed-up
  13. worried /'wʌrid/ (adj) — anxious about problems or what might happen
    Example: She is worried about her exam results.
    Synonyms: concerned, anxious, troubled
  14. proud /praʊd/ (adj) — feeling pleased about your own or others' achievements
    Example: He was proud of his son's success.
    Synonyms: pleased, satisfied, honored
  15. lonely /'loʊnli/ (adj) — sad because you are alone or have no friends
    Example: She felt lonely in the new city.
    Synonyms: alone, isolated, solitary
  16. jealous /'dʒeləs/ (adj) — unhappy because you want what someone else has
    Example: He felt jealous when she talked to other people.
    Synonyms: envious, resentful
  17. embarrassed /ɪm'bærəst/ (adj) — feeling ashamed or awkward in front of others
    Example: I was embarrassed when I fell in front of everyone.
    Synonyms: ashamed, uncomfortable, awkward
  18. grateful /'ɡreɪtfl/ (adj) — thankful
    Example: I'm grateful for your help.
    Synonyms: thankful, appreciative, obliged
  19. surprised /sər'praɪzd/ (adj) — feeling shock because of something unexpected
    Example: She looked surprised at the news.
    Synonyms: amazed, astonished, startled
  20. disappointed /,dɪsə'pɔɪntɪd/ (adj) — sad because something was not as good as expected
    Example: He felt disappointed with his score.
    Synonyms: let down, dissatisfied, upset
  21. hopeful /'hoʊpfl/ (adj) — full of hope
    Example: She is hopeful about her future.
    Synonyms: optimistic, positive, confident
  22. shy /ʃaɪ/ (adj) — nervous or uncomfortable with other people
    Example: He's too shy to speak in front of the class.
    Synonyms: timid, bashful, reserved
  23. interested /'ɪntrəstɪd/ (adj) — wanting to know or learn more about something
    Example: I'm interested in learning new languages.
    Synonyms: curious, involved, engaged
  24. confident /'kɒnfɪdənt/ (adj) — believing in yourself
    Example: She feels confident about her work.
    Synonyms: self-assured, certain, positive
  25. relieved /rɪ'li:vd/ (adj) — feeling relaxed and free of worry
    Example: He felt relieved after hearing the good news.
    Synonyms: comforted, eased, glad
  26. curious /'kjʊəriəs/ (adj) — wanting to know more
    Example: The boy was curious about how planes fly.
    Synonyms: inquisitive, interested, nosy
  27. guilty /'ɡɪlti/ (adj) — feeling bad for doing something wrong
    Example: She felt guilty for telling a lie.
    Synonyms: ashamed, remorseful
  28. frustrated /'frʌstreɪtɪd/ (adj) — feeling annoyed
    Example: I'm frustrated when things don’t work properly.
    Synonyms: annoyed, irritated, discouraged
  29. content /kən'tent/ (adj) — feeling pleased
    Example: She felt content with her simple life.
    Synonyms: satisfied, pleased, happy
  30. afraid /ə'freɪd/ (adj) — scared; feeling fear
    Example: He is afraid of spiders.
    Synonyms: scared, frightened, fearful

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