A vocabulary guessing game about accessories in English.

Guess the Accessory Word! A Fun Vocabulary Game for ESL Students

Looking for a fun way to teach accessory vocabulary? This guessing game challenges students to identify 10 hidden accessories before the pictures are fully revealed. In each round, colored shapes slowly disappear to reveal an item. Itโ€™s perfect for beginner ESL students learning English words for accessories.

Watch the Accessories Guessing Game Activity Video

How to Play This Game in Class

To use this game, just play the video in your classroom, either directly from this page or on our YouTube channel. The video includes 10 different pictures of accessories, each hidden behind colorful shapes that slowly disappear.

Students watch closely and try to guess the accessory before the full picture is revealed. You can turn it into a fun class competition or use it for group practice. For example:

  • Have students write down their guesses as each image appears
  • Let them raise their hands to answer, or call out the word
  • Split the class into teams and award points for correct guesses

This flexible activity works well with both younger and older ESL learners and can be adapted based on your groupโ€™s level and energy.

Related Resources

Here are some helpful resources you can use alongside this guessing game to teach vocabulary related to accessories:

  • Accessories Vocabulary List – A detailed list of accessories in English with pictures and a downloadable PDF.
  • Accessories Flashcards – Printable PDF flashcards you can use for drills, matching games, or introducing the vocabulary before playing the guessing game.