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Cambridge IELTS 10 Academic Listening Test 2 Part 1
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spare
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(v) /spɛr/
to give something that you do not need to someone else
Example: Do you have time to spare for a quick chat?
survey
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(n) /ˈsɜr.veɪ/
a method of asking people questions to get information
Example: The survey asked about people's travel habits.
behalf
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(n) /bɪˈhæf/
in the interest of someone else
Example: I made this decision on behalf of the team.
council
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(n) /ˈkaʊnsəl/
a group of people who make decisions or give advice on a specific matter
Example: The council wants to improve public transport.
suggestions
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(n) /səɡˈdʒɛs.tʃənz/
ideas or recommendations about what someone should do
Example: She gave some suggestions for improving the bus service.
improvement
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(n) /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/
the process of getting better or making something better
Example: We need to make an improvement in our studies.
details
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(n) /ˈdiːteɪlz/
pieces of information that give a more complete understanding
Example: The interviewer asked for a few details about my background.
spell
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(v) /spɛl/
to say or write the letters of a word in the correct order
Example: Can you spell your name for me?
address
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(n) /əˈdrɛs/
the place where someone lives or works
Example: Can I have your address for the delivery?
postcode
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(n) /ˈpoʊstkoʊd/
a set of letters and numbers used to identify a particular area or address for mail delivery
Example: The postcode for my house is GT8 2LC.
actually
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(adv) /ˈæk.tʃu.ə.li/
used to emphasize that something is true or correct
Example: I actually like to read books on weekends.
training
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(n) /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
the process of learning the skills needed for a job
Example: I've actually just finished my training.
hairdresser
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(n) /ˈhɛrˌdrɛsər/
a person who cuts and styles hair
Example: Luisa is a hairdresser.
section
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(n) /ˈsɛkʃən/
a part or division of something
Example: This section of the book is really interesting.
normal
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(adj) /ˈnɔːrməl/
usual or typical
Example: My normal reason for coming to town is shopping.
dentist
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(n) /ˈdɛn.tɪst/
a doctor who takes care of people's teeth
Example: I need to see the dentist for a check-up.
facilities
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(n) /fəˈsɪlɪtiz/
places or things that make a task easier
Example: The school has good sports facilities.
arrangements
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(n) /əˈreɪndʒmənts/
plans or preparations for something
Example: They made arrangements for the meeting.
suggestions
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(n) /səɡˈdʒɛs.tʃənz/
ideas or plans about what someone could do
Example: She gave several suggestions about the project.
improvements
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(n) /ɪmˈpruvmənts/
things that make something better
Example: The city needs improvements to its public transport.
shift
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(n) /ʃɪft/
a change in position or direction
Example: She works the night shift at the hospital.
lighting
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(n) /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/
the use of lights to make a place bright and visible
Example: The lighting in the room is very bright.
shame
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(n) /ʃeɪm/
a feeling of being embarrassed or guilty about something
Example: It is a real shame they've been cutting down on the number of footpaths.
cutting
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(n) /ˈkʌtɪŋ/
the action of reducing the amount of something
Example: They have been cutting down on the number of footpaths.
footpaths
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(n) /ˈfʊtˌpæθs/
narrow paths for people to walk on, usually beside roads
Example: The city needs more footpaths for walkers.
opinion
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(n) /əˈpɪn.jən/
a belief or judgment about something
Example: Everyone has their own opinion on the best movie.
cycling
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(n) /ˈsaɪklɪŋ/
the activity of riding a bicycle
Example: Many people enjoy cycling on the weekends.
drive
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(v) /draɪv/
to control a vehicle and make it go
Example: I drive to work every day.
realise
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(v) /ˈriːəlaɪz/
to become aware of something or understand it
Example: I realise I forgot my keys at home.
employers
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(n) /ɪmˈplɔɪərz/
people or companies that hire workers
Example: Employers often look for skilled workers.
encourage
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(v) /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/
to give someone support or confidence
Example: Teachers encourage students to do their best.
safe
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(adj) /seɪf/
protected from danger or harm
Example: She keeps her money in a safe place.
uphill
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(adj) /ˌʌpˈhɪl/
going toward a higher place
Example: It is hard to cycle uphill on a hot day.
sweaty
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(adj) /ˈswɛti/
wet with sweat or feeling warm and damp
Example: I felt sweaty after running in the sun.
shower
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(n) /ˈʃaʊər/
a wash of the body under a spray of water
Example: After exercising, I need a shower.
confident
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(adj) /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/
sure of yourself and your abilities
Example: She is confident when she speaks in public.
busy
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(adj) /ˈbɪzi/
having a lot to do; not free
Example: I am busy with my homework.
offering
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(n) /ˈɔfərɪŋ/
something that is given or offered
Example: The company is offering a new job position.
training
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(n) /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
the process of learning skills for a job or activity
Example: I have finished my training to become a hairdresser.
helpful
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(adj) /ˈhɛlpfəl/
providing assistance or support
Example: The advice from my friend was very helpful.
wonder
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(v) /ˈwʌndər/
to think about something with curiosity or doubt
Example: I wonder what time the movie starts.
transport
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(n) /ˈtrænspɔrt/
the way people or things move from one place to another
Example: I take the bus as my main form of transport.
behalf
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(n) /bɪˈhæf/
in the interest of someone else
Example: She spoke on behalf of her team during the meeting.
improvement
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(n) /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/
the process of becoming better or making something better
Example: We need to find ways for improvement.
travelled
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(v) /ˈtræv.əld/
to go from one place to another
Example: I travelled to town by bus.
area
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(n) /ˈɛr.i.ə/
a particular space or location
Example: I know that area well.
reason
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(n) /ˈriː.zən/
the cause or explanation for something
Example: The reason for my visit is to see the dentist.
shopping
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(n) /ˈʃɑːpɪŋ/
the activity of buying things from stores
Example: I went shopping for groceries yesterday.
facilities
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(n) /fəˈsɪlɪtiz/
places or buildings used for a specific purpose
Example: The school has excellent sports facilities.
arrangements
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(n) /əˈreɪndʒmənts/
plans or preparations for something
Example: She made arrangements for the party.