{"id":5525,"date":"2026-06-16T23:06:20","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T23:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T23:07:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T23:07:54","slug":"topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/zh\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words\/","title":{"rendered":"Topic Vocabulary: 80 Travel Food Tech Health Words (2026) | \u4e3b\u984c\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>\u672c\u6587\u91cd\u9ede:<\/strong>\u672c\u6587\u70ba\u53f0\u7063\u4e0a\u73ed\u65cf (\u53f0\u7063\u4e0a\u73ed\u65cf) \u6574\u7406 80 \u500b\u4e3b\u984c\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57 (\u4e3b\u984c\u55ae\u5b57)\uff0c\u6db5\u84cb\u65c5\u904a\u3001\u7f8e\u98df\u3001\u79d1\u6280\u8207\u5065\u5eb7\u56db\u5927\u65e5\u5e38\u9818\u57df\u3002\u6bcf\u7d44\u55ae\u5b57\u9644\u4e2d\u82f1\u5c0d\u7167\u8207\u5be6\u7528\u4f8b\u53e5\uff0c\u5e6b\u52a9\u4f60\u5728\u82f1\u6587\u5b78\u7fd2 (\u82f1\u6587\u5bb6\u6559\u3001\u5546\u696d\u82f1\u6587\u3001\u591a\u76ca\u6e96\u5099) \u4e2d\u66f4\u6709\u6548\u7387\u5730\u64f4\u5145\u5b57\u5f59\u91cf\u3002<\/p>\n\n<p>If you have ever sat down to study English vocabulary (\u5b57\u5f59) and felt overwhelmed by random word lists, you are not alone. Most Taiwan learners memorize 50 words on Monday and forget 40 by Friday. The fix is not more flashcards \u2014 it is smarter organization. When you group vocabulary by topic (\u4e3b\u984c\u55ae\u5b57), your brain links new words to situations you already understand, and recall improves dramatically.<\/p>\n\n<p>This guide gives you 80 high-frequency English words split across four practical themes: travel (\u65c5\u904a), food (\u7f8e\u98df), technology (\u79d1\u6280), and health (\u5065\u5eb7). Each word includes a short context note so you can use it the same day at the office, on a trip, or at the clinic. By the end, you will have a portable vocabulary kit that works for casual conversation, work email (\u5546\u696d\u82f1\u6587), and the TOEIC reading section (\u591a\u76ca\u95b1\u8b80).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2.jpg\" alt=\"a person writing on a notebook with a pen\" class=\"wp-image-5518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2-1024x647.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2-768x485.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-2-600x379.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">a person writing on a notebook with a pen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Topic-Based Vocabulary Works | \u70ba\u4ec0\u9ebc\u7528\u4e3b\u984c\u5b78\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LDQgYaEEQmc?feature=oembed\" title=\"Topic Vocabulary: 80 Travel Food Tech Health Words (2026)\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cognitive research from second-language acquisition (\u8a9e\u8a00\u7fd2\u5f97) shows that the brain stores words in semantic networks, not alphabetical lists. When you learn &#8220;boarding pass,&#8221; &#8220;departure gate,&#8221; and &#8220;luggage claim&#8221; in the same study session, each word reinforces the others. Pull one word out a week later and the rest come along for the ride.<\/p>\n\n<p>Topic-based study also matches how you actually use English. You rarely need to recall a random list of 100 words; you need the right 10 words for the situation in front of you \u2014 booking a flight, ordering at a caf\u00e9, troubleshooting a laptop, describing a symptom. Themed vocabulary delivers exactly that.<\/p>\n\n<p>For Taiwan professionals juggling work English (\u8077\u5834\u82f1\u6587), travel English, and exam prep (\u82f1\u6587\u6aa2\u5b9a), this approach saves hours. Pick one topic, drill 20 words for a week, and rotate.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use This List | \u5982\u4f55\u4f7f\u7528\u672c\u8868<\/h3>\n\n<p>Read each word out loud. Look at the example use case. Then write one short sentence of your own using the word in a Taiwan context \u2014 for example, &#8220;boarding pass at Taoyuan Airport.&#8221; Personalizing the example anchors the word in memory and makes recall in real conversations much faster.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel Vocabulary | \u65c5\u904a\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57<\/h2>\n\n<p>Whether you are flying to Tokyo for a long weekend or attending a conference in Singapore, these 20 words handle most situations from airport check-in to hotel checkout. Practice them before your next trip so the right phrase appears under pressure.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3.jpg\" alt=\"passport booklet on top of white paper\" class=\"wp-image-5519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3-1024x594.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3-768x445.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-3-600x348.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">passport booklet on top of white paper<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At the Airport | \u6a5f\u5834\u82f1\u6587<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>\u767b\u6a5f\u8b49<\/strong> \u2014 the ticket that lets you on the plane.<\/li><li><strong>Departure gate<\/strong> \u2014 the door where your flight leaves.<\/li><li><strong>\u4e2d\u9014\u505c\u7559<\/strong> \u2014 a stop between two flights.<\/li><li><strong>Carry-on<\/strong> \u2014 the bag you bring into the cabin.<\/li><li><strong>Checked luggage<\/strong> \u2014 the bag you give to the airline.<\/li><li><strong>Customs<\/strong> \u2014 the inspection area when you enter a country.<\/li><li><strong>Passport control<\/strong> \u2014 where an officer stamps your passport.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotel and Accommodation | \u98ef\u5e97\u4f4f\u5bbf<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Check-in \/ check-out<\/strong> \u2014 arriving at and leaving the hotel.<\/li><li><strong>\u9810\u8a02<\/strong> \u2014 a booking made in advance.<\/li><li><strong>Front desk<\/strong> \u2014 the hotel reception counter.<\/li><li><strong>Room service<\/strong> \u2014 food brought to your room.<\/li><li><strong>Amenities<\/strong> \u2014 extras like a pool, gym, or breakfast bar.<\/li><li><strong>Vacancy<\/strong> \u2014 an available room.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sightseeing and Activities | \u89c0\u5149\u6d3b\u52d5<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Itinerary<\/strong> \u2014 a written travel schedule.<\/li><li><strong>Landmark<\/strong> \u2014 a famous building or natural feature.<\/li><li><strong>Tour guide<\/strong> \u2014 a person who shows visitors around.<\/li><li><strong>Souvenir<\/strong> \u2014 a small item you buy to remember a trip.<\/li><li><strong>Local cuisine<\/strong> \u2014 the typical food of a region.<\/li><li><strong>Currency exchange<\/strong> \u2014 swapping NT dollars for another currency.<\/li><li><strong>Off the beaten path<\/strong> \u2014 a place not crowded with tourists.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food Vocabulary | \u7f8e\u98df\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57<\/h2>\n\n<p>Taiwan&#8217;s food culture is world-famous, and so is yours when you travel abroad or host international colleagues. These 20 words cover ordering, cooking, and dietary preferences (\u98f2\u98df\u504f\u597d) \u2014 useful for restaurants (\u9910\u5ef3), work lunches, and your next business trip.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"695\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4.jpg\" alt=\"A menu sitting on top of a table next to a cup of coffee\" class=\"wp-image-5520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4-1024x659.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-4-600x386.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A menu sitting on top of a table next to a cup of coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restaurant Ordering | \u9910\u5ef3\u9ede\u9910<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Menu<\/strong> \u2014 the list of dishes available.<\/li><li><strong>\u524d\u83dc<\/strong> \u2014 a small dish before the main course.<\/li><li><strong>\u4e3b\u83dc<\/strong> \u2014 the main course (in US English).<\/li><li><strong>\u5c0f\u83dc<\/strong> \u2014 a smaller portion served with the main.<\/li><li><strong>Bill \/ check<\/strong> \u2014 the payment slip at the end of the meal.<\/li><li><strong>\u63d0\u793a<\/strong> \u2014 extra money given to the server (less common in Taiwan).<\/li><li><strong>\u72d7\u72d7\u888b<\/strong> \u2014 a container for leftover food.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cooking and Ingredients | \u70f9\u98ea\u98df\u6750<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Recipe<\/strong> \u2014 instructions for making a dish.<\/li><li><strong>Marinate<\/strong> \u2014 to soak food in seasoning before cooking.<\/li><li><strong>Stir-fry<\/strong> \u2014 fast-cooking in a hot wok (familiar from Taiwan kitchens).<\/li><li><strong>Steam<\/strong> \u2014 to cook with hot vapor.<\/li><li><strong>Seasoning<\/strong> \u2014 salt, pepper, soy sauce, and other flavor-makers.<\/li><li><strong>Leftovers<\/strong> \u2014 food remaining after the meal.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dietary Preferences | \u98f2\u98df\u504f\u597d<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Vegetarian<\/strong> \u2014 does not eat meat.<\/li><li><strong>Vegan<\/strong> \u2014 no meat, dairy, or eggs.<\/li><li><strong>Gluten-free<\/strong> \u2014 no wheat-based ingredients.<\/li><li><strong>Dairy-free<\/strong> \u2014 no milk or cheese.<\/li><li><strong>Allergic to<\/strong> \u2014 has a strong negative reaction to a food.<\/li><li><strong>Spicy \/ mild<\/strong> \u2014 strong or gentle in heat level.<\/li><li><strong>Comfort food<\/strong> \u2014 food that feels emotionally familiar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technology Vocabulary | \u79d1\u6280\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57<\/h2>\n\n<p>Taiwan sits at the heart of global tech, so workplace English (\u8077\u5834\u82f1\u6587) without tech vocabulary is incomplete. These 20 words show up in product specs, support tickets, and team Slack channels every day \u2014 exactly the kind of language a TSMC, Foxconn, or startup engineer needs.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"721\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5.jpg\" alt=\"gray and black laptop computer on white table\" class=\"wp-image-5521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-5-600x401.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">gray and black laptop computer on white table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Devices and Hardware | \u88dd\u7f6e\u786c\u9ad4<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Laptop \/ desktop<\/strong> \u2014 portable vs. fixed computer.<\/li><li><strong>Touchscreen<\/strong> \u2014 a display you control with your fingers.<\/li><li><strong>Battery life<\/strong> \u2014 how long a device runs on one charge.<\/li><li><strong>Charger<\/strong> \u2014 the cable and adapter that refills the battery.<\/li><li><strong>Headphones \/ earbuds<\/strong> \u2014 audio output for private listening.<\/li><li><strong>External hard drive<\/strong> \u2014 extra storage you plug in.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Software and Apps | \u8edf\u9ad4\u61c9\u7528<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Install \/ uninstall<\/strong> \u2014 add or remove software.<\/li><li><strong>Update<\/strong> \u2014 a new version of an app or system.<\/li><li><strong>Bug<\/strong> \u2014 an error in software.<\/li><li><strong>Crash<\/strong> \u2014 when an app suddenly stops working.<\/li><li><strong>Cloud storage<\/strong> \u2014 online file space (Google Drive, iCloud).<\/li><li><strong>Backup<\/strong> \u2014 a saved copy of your files.<\/li><li><strong>Login credentials<\/strong> \u2014 your username and password.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internet and Communication | \u7db2\u8def\u901a\u8a0a<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Wi-Fi signal<\/strong> \u2014 wireless internet strength.<\/li><li><strong>Streaming<\/strong> \u2014 playing video or audio in real time.<\/li><li><strong>Bandwidth<\/strong> \u2014 how much data can move at once.<\/li><li><strong>Video conference<\/strong> \u2014 a meeting over Zoom, Teams, or Meet.<\/li><li><strong>Notification<\/strong> \u2014 an alert from an app.<\/li><li><strong>Two-factor authentication<\/strong> \u2014 an extra security step.<\/li><li><strong>Privacy settings<\/strong> \u2014 controls over who sees your data.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health Vocabulary | \u5065\u5eb7\u82f1\u6587\u55ae\u5b57<\/h2>\n\n<p>If you have ever struggled to explain a symptom at an English-speaking clinic \u2014 or wanted to read a fitness article without a dictionary \u2014 this section is for you. These 20 words cover body parts, doctor visits (\u770b\u8a3a), and wellness habits (\u4fdd\u5065\u7fd2\u6163).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor with a stethoscope\" class=\"wp-image-5522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-6-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Doctor with a stethoscope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Body Parts and Symptoms | \u8eab\u9ad4\u75c7\u72c0<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Headache<\/strong> \u2014 pain in the head.<\/li><li><strong>Sore throat<\/strong> \u2014 painful throat, often before a cold.<\/li><li><strong>Fever<\/strong> \u2014 body temperature above normal.<\/li><li><strong>Cough<\/strong> \u2014 sudden release of air from the lungs.<\/li><li><strong>Dizzy<\/strong> \u2014 feeling unsteady or lightheaded.<\/li><li><strong>Nausea<\/strong> \u2014 the feeling of wanting to vomit.<\/li><li><strong>Fatigue<\/strong> \u2014 strong tiredness.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Doctor Visits | \u770b\u8a3a\u6e9d\u901a<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Appointment<\/strong> \u2014 a scheduled meeting with a doctor.<\/li><li><strong>\u75c7\u72c0<\/strong> \u2014 a sign of illness.<\/li><li><strong>Diagnosis<\/strong> \u2014 what the doctor says you have.<\/li><li><strong>Prescription<\/strong> \u2014 a doctor&#8217;s written order for medicine.<\/li><li><strong>Side effect<\/strong> \u2014 an extra reaction from medicine.<\/li><li><strong>Dosage<\/strong> \u2014 how much medicine to take.<\/li><li><strong>Refill<\/strong> \u2014 a repeat order of the same prescription.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wellness and Fitness | \u5065\u8eab\u4fdd\u5065<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Workout<\/strong> \u2014 an exercise session.<\/li><li><strong>Cardio<\/strong> \u2014 exercise that raises your heart rate.<\/li><li><strong>Strength training<\/strong> \u2014 building muscle with weights.<\/li><li><strong>Stretching<\/strong> \u2014 slow movements to improve flexibility.<\/li><li><strong>Hydration<\/strong> \u2014 drinking enough water.<\/li><li><strong>Mindfulness<\/strong> \u2014 focused, present-moment awareness.<\/li><li><strong>Rest day<\/strong> \u2014 a day off from training to recover.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Study These Words | \u4e3b\u984c\u55ae\u5b57\u5b78\u7fd2\u65b9\u6cd5<\/h2>\n\n<p>Reading the list once will get you maybe 10% retention. To lock these words into long-term memory, layer three techniques over the next two weeks.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7.jpg\" alt=\"Dictionary: Technology\" class=\"wp-image-5523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-7-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dictionary: Technology<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Spaced Repetition | \u9593\u9694\u8907\u7fd2<\/h3>\n\n<p>Review the same 20 words today, tomorrow, three days from now, and one week later. Apps like Anki and Quizlet automate this, but a paper notebook works just as well. The gap between reviews is what forces your brain to store the word deeply.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Sentence Production | \u9020\u53e5\u7df4\u7fd2<\/h3>\n\n<p>For every new word, write one sentence that connects it to your real life in Taiwan. Instead of memorizing &#8220;itinerary,&#8221; write &#8220;My itinerary for the Tokyo trip includes one day in Asakusa.&#8221; Now the word lives in your world, not in a textbook.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Output Practice | \u53e3\u8aaa\u8f38\u51fa<\/h3>\n\n<p>Find a partner \u2014 a colleague, a friend, an English tutor (\u82f1\u6587\u5bb6\u6559) \u2014 and have a five-minute conversation using only the topic you just studied. The friction of producing the word in real time is where actual learning happens.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Practice Activities | \u7df4\u7fd2\u6d3b\u52d5<\/h2>\n\n<p>Try these short drills the same day you learn each topic block. Each one takes under ten minutes and gives your brain a different angle of contact with the words.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drill 1: Photo Caption | \u7167\u7247\u5beb\u53e5<\/h3>\n\n<p>Open your phone gallery and pick five recent photos. Write a one-sentence English caption for each using at least one word from the topic list. A photo of your lunch becomes &#8220;I ordered a vegetarian appetizer and a stir-fry main course.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drill 2: Topic Storytelling | \u4e3b\u984c\u8aaa\u6545\u4e8b<\/h3>\n\n<p>Pick a topic \u2014 travel, for example \u2014 and tell a 60-second story about your last trip using at least eight of the 20 words from that section. Record yourself on your phone. Listening back will show you which words still feel awkward.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drill 3: Vocabulary Swap | \u540c\u7fa9\u66ff\u63db<\/h3>\n\n<p>Read a short English news article on your topic (BBC, NPR, or any major outlet). Highlight any word you do not know, then find which list word means the same thing. Building these synonym links expands your active range fast.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8.jpg\" alt=\"Children in a Classroom. In the back of a classroom, are children about 11 years old with a female teacher talking about the \" class=\"wp-image-5524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/18kenglish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/topic-vocabulary-travel-food-tech-health-words-8-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Children in a Classroom. In the back of a classroom, are children about 11 years old with a female teacher talking about the <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Putting It All Together | \u7d50\u8a9e<\/h2>\n\n<p>Eighty words across four topics is enough to handle a huge slice of daily and professional English. Block your next two months: travel vocabulary in weeks one and two, food in weeks three and four, technology in weeks five and six, health in weeks seven and eight. Layer in spaced repetition, sentence production, and output practice, and your active vocabulary (\u4e3b\u52d5\u5b57\u5f59) will be visibly larger by the end.<\/p>\n\n<p>The goal is not to memorize a static list. It is to build a flexible vocabulary engine you can grow forever \u2014 just by picking the next topic that matters to your life. Start with the topic you will use this week, and let the words do the work.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources | \u53c3\u8003\u8cc7\u6599<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cambridge.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u528d\u6a4b\u5927\u5b78\u51fa\u7248\u793e<\/a> \u2014 Vocabulary research and ESL learner resources.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britishcouncil.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u82f1\u570b\u6587\u5316\u5354\u6703<\/a> \u2014 English learning resources for adult learners.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Vocabulary_development\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikipedia: Vocabulary Development<\/a> \u2014 Overview of how vocabulary grows over time.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=english+vocabulary+by+topic+book\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vocabulary-by-topic books on Amazon<\/a> \u2014 Recommended workbooks for self-study.<\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Build your English vocabulary fast with 80 essential words sorted by topic \u2014 travel, food, technology, and health. 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