DIY and Repair Actions in English, with Pictures
This page teaches common English words used for home repairs and DIY projects. Try to name each tool and action aloud while doing simple home tasks.
hammer
/ˈhæm.ər/
A heavy metal tool used to hit nails into walls or wood.
“He used a heavy hammer to hit the nail into wood.”
drill
/drɪl/
A pointed electric tool used to make holes in hard surfaces.
“Can you drill a hole in the wall for the shelf?”
saw
/sɔː/
A tool with sharp metal teeth used to cut wood.
“She used a sharp saw to cut the wooden board.”
glue
/ɡluː/
A sticky liquid used to stick two pieces together firmly.
“Put some glue on the paper to stick it down.”
/skruː/
A metal pin with spiral lines turned to hold things together.
“Turn the small screw clockwise to hold the shelf securely.”
/ˈtaɪtn/
To turn or pull something so it becomes firm and secure.
“Please tighten the loose bolts on this chair.”
/fɪks/
To repair an item that is damaged or does not work.
“I need to fix the broken door handle today.”
/bɪld/
To make something by joining different parts or materials together.
“We plan to build a new wooden table this weekend.”
unlock
/ʌnˈlɒk/
To open a lock using a key.
“He used a key to unlock the wooden chest.”
unwrap
/ʌnˈræp/
To take off the paper or cover around an object.
“The children could not wait to unwrap their gifts.”
/kɑːrv/
To shape an object by cutting away pieces of wood.
“He likes to carve small animals out of wood.”
/ɪnˈstɔːl/
To put a machine or piece of equipment into place.
“They will install the new washing machine tomorrow morning.”
