Beginner Lesson 1 -
The Prodigal Son
Vocabulary Lesson
Let’s look at 5 vocabulary words from the Parable of the Prodigal Son, found in Luke 15, verses 11-32. This exercise is the third part of Beginner Lesson 1, or you can do it as an individual vocabulary exercise.
Read the word, study the definition, and listen to how the word is pronounced. Then, listen to how it is used in the sample sentences.
You can also look up the word at WordReference.com or any online dictionary for more information. For pronunciation in accents other than American English, visit Forvo.com, enter your word, and choose the accent you want to hear. Forvo is a great tool to help you with your pronunciation!
1. foolishly (adverb)
in an unwise way, stupidly
They were condemned for acting foolishly.
The prodigal son spends his money foolishly.
vocabulary word – foolishly
2. famine (noun)
a time when people can’t get food
Drought could result in famine throughout the region.
People are hungry because there is a famine.
vocabulary word – famine
3. servants (plural noun)
A person who works full-time in another person’s house. This word is not used often today.
His father’s family lived in a big house with servants.
The prince had many servants to help him.
vocabulary word – servants
4. interrupted (verb - simple past)
to make a person stop speaking or doing something. Many times, this is not good.
He’s very impatient and always interrupted me mid-sentence.
The telephone call interrupted my lunch.
vocabulary word – interrupted
5. worthy
to expect good things because of good behavior or character
Father, I am not worthy to be called your son.
The employee was worthy of a pay raise.
vocabulary word – worthy
I hope you were able to learn some words that you did not know before! Now click the button to go to the Speaking Exercise.
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