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Free Printable ESL Vocabulary Bingo Cards
Adult and child beginners need the same first English words, and this set drills 36 of them: household objects, places around town and common verbs. The teacher says the word or shows a picture or an action, and learners cover the printed word on their cards.
How to play esl vocabulary bingo
- Set the number of players, then press Print or save as PDF. Each player gets a different card.
- Call items in random order with the built-in caller, or use the printed call list.
- Players mark each called square. The first to complete a row, column or diagonal shouts "Bingo!"
Tip: Call each word inside a short sentence ("I open the door") so learners hear it in use, and say it twice at natural speed. Tutors working one to one can trade roles and let the learner do the calling.
ESL Vocabulary Bingo word list
These 36 items are loaded into the generator above. Edit, remove or add your own before printing.
- Table
- Chair
- Door
- Window
- Bed
- Phone
- Key
- Bag
- Clock
- Cup
- Spoon
- Shoes
- Umbrella
- Money
- Kitchen
- Bathroom
- School
- Store
- Hospital
- Bank
- Park
- Bus stop
- Library
- Restaurant
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Walk
- Run
- Read
- Write
- Open
- Close
- Sit
- Cook
- Wash
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Questions and answers
Are the bingo cards really free?
Yes. You can print up to 10 unique cards per game at no cost, as often as you like, without creating an account. The optional Unlimited Pass is for larger groups.
How do I save the cards as a PDF?
Press "Print or save as PDF". In the print window choose "Save as PDF" as the printer. On a phone, use the share or print option in the preview that opens.
Is every card different?
Yes. Each card is shuffled separately from your list, so players cannot all win at the same time. The more items your list has beyond the number of squares, the more the cards differ.
Can I use my own words?
Yes. Replace the list with your own words or phrases, one per line. A 5×5 card with a free space needs at least 24 items, a 4×4 card needs 16 and a 3×3 card needs 8.
What paper should I use?
Normal printer paper works. Card stock lasts longer if you plan to reuse the cards. The layout fits both US Letter and A4.