English Vocabulary · Grade 6 Live Review Preview
6th Grade Vocabulary Words
Sixth-grade readers move beyond recognizing important words to examining how precise language shapes evidence, argument, literature, science, mathematics, history, and civic discussion. This level emphasizes context clues, Greek and Latin word parts, multiple meanings, source evaluation, and vocabulary that supports clear analytical speaking and writing.
This independently authored 500-word beta curriculum is arranged in twenty pages of twenty-five words each. Words 1–300 include five cloze questions per page; words 301–500 remain fully visible and editable as list pages while the expanded practice layer is developed. Each row includes a subject-field label and an editable word-study note about a transparent affix, compound structure, capitalization, or dictionary base form. References calibrated level and coverage only; all learner-facing definitions and sample sentences are original KSSR copy.
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| # | Word | Details | Meaning | Sample sentence |
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| 351 | balanced diet | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: balanced + diet. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | バランスの取れた食事 | A balanced diet includes varied sources of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. |
| 352 | dehydration | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | 脱水 | The runner stopped to prevent dehydration in the intense heat. |
| 353 | digestive process | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: digestive + process. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | 消化プロセス | Chewing is the first step in the digestive process. |
| 354 | endurance | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ance commonly forms a noun naming an action, quality, or state. | 我慢 | Swimming regularly improved her endurance. |
| 355 | flexibility | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ibility forms a noun for the capacity to have a quality or perform an action. | 1. フレキシビリティ 2. 可撓性 3. 柔軟性 | Gentle stretching can improve flexibility. |
| 356 | mental health | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: mental + health. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | メンタルヘルス | Rest and supportive relationships can protect mental health. |
| 357 | posture | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: posture is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 姿勢 | Good posture keeps the screen near eye level and the shoulders relaxed. |
| 358 | reflex | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: reflex is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 反射 | Pulling a hand from a hot surface is a protective reflex. |
| 359 | stress response | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: stress + response. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | ストレス反応 | Slow breathing can calm the stress response before a speech. |
| 360 | warning sign | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: warning + sign. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | 警告サイン | A persistent cough can be a warning sign of respiratory illness. |
| 361 | algorithm | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: algorithm is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. アルゴリズム 2. 演算手順 3. 算法 | The search engine uses an algorithm to rank results. |
| 362 | archive | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: archive is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. アーカイブ 2. 文書の保管所 3. 書庫 | The digital archive contains scanned newspapers from the last century. |
| 363 | cybersecurity | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ity commonly forms a noun naming a quality, state, or condition. | サイバーセキュリティ | Strong passwords are one part of good cybersecurity. |
| 364 | database | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: database is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | データベース | The library database lets readers find books by subject. |
| 365 | encryption | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -tion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | 暗号化 | The messaging service uses encryption to protect private conversations. |
| 366 | interface | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: interface is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | インターフェース | The app's interface uses clear labels and large buttons. |
| 367 | metadata | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: metadata is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | メタデータ | A photograph's metadata may include its date and file size. |
| 368 | network | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: network is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. ネットワーク 2. 網 | The school network links classroom computers to shared printers. |
| 369 | privacy | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: privacy is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. プライバシー 2. プライヴァシー | Check the privacy settings before sharing a photograph. |
| 370 | software | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: software is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. ソフトウェア 2. ソフト | The designer updated the software to fix a security problem. |
| 371 | attribution | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -tion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | 帰属 | The image requires attribution to its photographer. |
| 372 | copyright | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: copyright is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. 著作権 2. 版権 | Copyright prevents others from republishing the novel without permission. |
| 373 | digital footprint | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: digital + footprint. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | デジタルフットプリント | A thoughtful user considers how each post affects a digital footprint. |
| 374 | misinformation | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | 誤伝 | The correction stopped the misinformation from spreading further. |
| 375 | plagiarism | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ism often names a belief, system, movement, or practice. | 1. 剽窃 2. 盗作 3. パクリ | Copying a paragraph without credit is plagiarism. |
Vocabulary reading and practice
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Vocabulary chart page
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Sources and curriculum references
These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.
- Vocabulary.com: Grade 6 Essential Vocabulary
- Flocabulary: 6th Grade Vocabulary Word List
- WikDict downloadable bilingual dictionaries
- Kaikki.org / Wiktextract machine-readable Wiktionary data
- Language-Learning-decks public flashcard datasets
- SBBIC English-to-Khmer Dictionary
- English–Khmer Dictionary Dataset (machine-generated Khmer fallback; human review required)
- PanLex meanings snapshot (direct CC0 gap candidates; human review required)
- Cambridge bilingual dictionaries (individual editorial sense checks)
- Collins English–Hindi Dictionary (individual editorial checks)
- Hindwi and Rekhta dictionaries (individual Hindi/Urdu checks)
- National Institute of Korean Language: Basic Korean Dictionary
- JMdict/EDRDG Japanese dictionary project
- CC-CEDICT Chinese dictionary project
- VDict Vietnamese Dictionary (individual editorial check)
- Google Translate (machine-assisted lesson-reading draft; fluent review required)
- Kuperman et al.: Age-of-acquisition ratings for 30,000 English words
- Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, Vocabulary Power: Grade 6, ISBN 0-07-826224-0 (bibliographic calibration only).