Names of tools in English

Tools are special objects we use to help us fix or create things more efficiently. Some tools work with our hands, like a hammer, others need power, like a drill. We must always be careful and use safety equipment when we use them. In this vocabulary lesson, we will learn the names of common tools in English using pictures. We will also learn how to use the vocabulary in sentences. Try to memorise a few items at a time.

Names of tools in English

 

Talking about tools in English

Tools vocabulary and example sentences

Tools	Sentences
Wheelbarrow	John used a wheelbarrow to carry the soil to the garden.
Shovel	Mary dug a hole with the shovel to plant a tree.
Handsaw	Tom cut the wood using a handsaw.
Axe	Sarah is chopping the firewood using an axe.
Hacksaw	Mike used the hacksaw to cut through the metal pipe.
Hammer	Do you have a hammer and nails to fix the frame on the wall?
Screwdriver	Can you give me another screwdriver, please? This one does not fit into the top of the screw.
Pliers	Emily bent the wire into shape using the pliers.
Paintbrush	We need to paint the fence. I’ll buy a paintbrush.
Drill	We need to drill holes in the wall to hang the curtain rods.
Wrench	Do you have a wrench to tighten the bolt on my bicycle?
Screw	Several screws were missing when we purchased the furniture.
Stepladder	Linda fell down from a stepladder while trying to reach the top shelf.
Toolbox	Sam keeps all his tools organised in a toolbox.
Tape measure	You can use this tape measure to measure the room’s width.
Spirit level	Daniel made sure the shelf was straight using a spirit level.
Clamp	Grace held the two pieces of wood together using a clamp.
Rake	Henry gathered the fallen leaves in the yard with a rake.
Nail	Ella accidentally stepped on a nail in the garage.
Tape	Luke used tape to mend the tear in his notebook.

 

Have you ever fixed or made things using tools? Is it you or someone else doing the repair in your house? What tools do you usually use? Do you store them in a toolbox? Are you using any safety equipment when fixing things with tools? Use these questions to help you practice your vocabulary by writing something about tools.

Let’s expand our English vocabulary by learning more words about tools.