Common Vocabulary
- Tobacco – the dried leaves used for smoking or chewing
- Cigarette – a thin roll of tobacco wrapped in paper
- Cigar – a tightly rolled bundle of dried tobacco leaves
- Vape / E-cigarette – electronic device that simulates smoking
- Nicotine – addictive chemical found in tobacco
- Smoker – a person who smokes regularly
- Secondhand smoke – smoke inhaled involuntarily from others’ cigarettes
Useful Phrases
- “I’m trying to quit smoking.”
- “Smoking is banned in public places here.”
- “Do you have any nicotine patches?”
- “He’s been a heavy smoker for 20 years.”
- “Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable death.”
Health & Policy Terms
- Anti-smoking campaign
- Tobacco control policy
- Smoking cessation program
- Warning label
- Addiction
Cultural Notes
In many English-speaking countries, smoking rates have declined due to public health efforts. Public smoking is often restricted, and tobacco advertising is heavily regulated. Understanding these contexts helps when discussing tobacco in English professionally or socially.