🇬🇧 Signal meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

A signal is something that gives information or tells someone to do something. It can be a sound, a movement, a light, or any other form of communication used to convey a message or instruction.

The TV lost its signal, so I had to face the scariest thing ever—talking to my family.

My brain tried to send a signal to do my homework, but my hands started playing video games instead.

I waved my arms wildly as a signal for help, but my brother just thought I was dancing.

The teacher gave us a signal to be quiet. We all pretended not to see it.

My stomach growling was a strong signal that lunch should have started an hour ago.

A boy sees a small boat far at sea. He holds a red flag. The red flag is a signal. He gives one more signal with a wave. The boat gives a signal and sees the signal, then comes to the sand. The boy jumps and gives a big smile as the friend waves back at his signal.

This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.

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