Vocabulary Lessons

Renting an apartment is a common part of living on your own, but finding the right place within your budget can be a challenge, particularly if you are a university student. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if you need a definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is used in context. You can use the Internet to find such sentences.

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

1. apartment
2. carport
3. elevator
4. facilities
5. first floor
6. garage
7. landlord
8. laundry room
9. lease
10. mailbox
11. manager
12. parking lot
13. parking space
14. roommate
15. second floor
16. security deposit
17. smoke detector
18. stairway
19. tenant
20. vacancy

Use the Internet to find a suitable apartment for you in your area. How much does it cost to rent? How far is it located from your school or work? How long is the term of the lease?