Master the Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Listening Test 2 Part 2 vocabulary with our flashcard exercise.
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Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Listening Test 2 Part 2
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finalise
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(v) /ˈfaɪnəlaɪz/
to complete something, especially a plan or decision
Example: I need to finalise the details for the party.
liaise
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(v) /liˈeɪz/
to work with someone to achieve something
Example: She will liaise with the other departments for the project.
negotiate
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(v) /nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪt/
to try to reach an agreement or a deal with someone
Example: They negotiate the prices before buying the car.
reflect
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(v) /rɪˈflɛkt/
to show or express something
Example: The changes will be reflected in the new report.
rehearsal
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(n) /rɪˈhɜr.səl/
a practice for a performance or event
Example: We have a rehearsal for the play on Tuesday.
confess
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(v) /kənˈfɛs/
to tell someone a secret or something that you feel bad about
Example: I confess that I forgot to bring my book.
preference
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(n) /ˈprɛfərəns/
a greater liking for one option over another
Example: My preference is for Italian food.
orient
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(v) /ˈɔː.ri.ɛnt/
to make someone familiar with a new situation or environment
Example: The teacher will orient the new students on their first day.
playwright
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(n) /ˈpleɪˌraɪt/
a person who writes plays
Example: The playwright wrote a new story for the theater.
premiere
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(n) /prɪˈmɪr/
the first public showing of a play or film
Example: We went to the premiere of the new movie last night.
dressy
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(adj) /ˈdrɛsi/
suitable for formal occasions; smart or elegant in appearance
Example: She wore a dressy outfit to the party.
formally
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(adv) /ˈfɔrməli/
in a way that is official or serious
Example: You can dress formally for the event.
multimedia
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(n) /ˌmʌl.tɪˈmiː.di.ə/
the use of different types of media, such as text, audio, images, and video, together
Example: The presentation included multimedia like slides and videos.
production
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(n) /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the process of making something
Example: The production of the movie took a long time.
soundtrack
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(n) /ˈsaʊndtræk/
the music used in a film or play
Example: The soundtrack really fits the mood of the movie.
electronic
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(adj) /ɪˈlɛktrɒnɪk/
related to devices that use electricity
Example: I love listening to electronic music.
revival
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(n) /rɪˈvaɪ.vəl/
a new interest in something that has been forgotten or little used
Example: The theatre is showing a revival of an old classic play.
arouse
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(v) /əˈraʊz/
to make someone feel a strong emotion
Example: The movie can arouse deep feelings in its viewers.
commission
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(n) /kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
an official appointment to do a particular task
Example: The artist received a commission to paint a new mural.
pack
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(v) /pæk/
to put things into a bag or container for carrying or storage
Example: Please pack your clothes for the trip.
dignitary
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(n) /ˈdɪɡ.nɪˌter.i/
a person of high rank or importance
Example: The dignitary spoke to the crowd at the event.
reception
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(n) /rɪˈsɛpʃən/
a formal event to welcome people
Example: The mayor is hosting a reception for the audience.
traditional
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(adj) /trəˈdɪʃənl/
related to customs or beliefs that have been passed down through generations
Example: The band played traditional music at the festival.
stunning
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(adj) /ˈstʌn.ɪŋ/
very beautiful or impressive
Example: The view from the mountain is stunning.
professional
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(adj) /prəˈfɛʃənl/
related to a job that requires special training or skill
Example: She is a professional musician.
appearance
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(n) /əˈpɪr.əns/
the way someone or something looks
Example: The appearance of the new building is very modern.
update
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(v) /ˌʌpˈdeɪt/
to make something more modern or to improve it
Example: I need to update my phone to the latest version.
precise
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(adj) /prɪˈsaɪs/
accurate and exact
Example: She needs precise measurements for the project.
castle
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(n) /ˈkæsəl/
a large building with strong walls, often from the past
Example: We visited a beautiful castle in the mountains.
opportunity
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(n) /ˌɑːpərˈtunɪti/
a chance for something to happen
Example: I have an opportunity to learn something new.
process
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(n) /ˈprɒsɛs/
a series of actions or steps taken to achieve something
Example: The process of learning a new language takes time.
influence
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(v) /ˈɪnfluəns/
to have an effect on someone or something
Example: The weather can influence our plans for the picnic.
occasion
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(n) /əˈkeɪʒən/
a time when something happens
Example: She wore a nice dress for the special occasion.
effect
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(n) /ɪˈfɛkt/
a change that is caused by something
Example: The medicine had a positive effect on her health.
unlikely
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(adj) /ʌnˈlaɪkli/
not likely to happen or be true
Example: It is unlikely that it will rain today.
attend
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(v) /əˈtɛnd/
to be present at an event or place
Example: She wants to attend the concert this weekend.
mark
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(v) /mɑrk/
to show something clearly or to represent something
Example: I will mark my favorite parts in the book.
scientist
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(n) /ˈsaɪəntɪst/
a person who studies science
Example: The scientist discovered a new planet.
protection
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(n) /prəˈtɛkʃən/
the act of keeping something safe from harm
Example: The jacket provides good protection from the cold.
performance
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(n) /pərˈfɔr.məns/
the act of performing a play, concert, or other entertainment
Example: The performance was really exciting.
host
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(n) /hoʊst/
a person who receives or entertains guests
Example: The host welcomed everyone to the party.
audience
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(n) /ˈɔːdiəns/
the group of people who watch or listen to something
Example: The audience clapped after the performance.
region
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(n) /ˈriːdʒən/
an area or part of a larger place
Example: The region is known for its beautiful mountains.
setting
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(n) /ˈsɛtɪŋ/
the place or environment where something happens
Example: The movie has a beautiful setting in the mountains.
date
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(n) /deɪt/
a specific day of the month or year
Example: I wrote the date on the form.
century
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(n) /ˈsɛn.tʃər.i/
a period of 100 years
Example: The museum has artifacts from the 19th century.
lead
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(n) /lεd/
the main actor in a play or film
Example: The lead has an important role in the story.
actor
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(n) /ˈæktər/
a person who performs in plays, movies, or television shows
Example: The actor played the main role in the movie.
stage
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(n) /steɪdʒ/
a place where plays or performances happen
Example: The actors stood on the stage to perform.
flight
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(n) /flaɪt/
a journey by plane
Example: Our flight leaves at 11:30 in the morning.
operator
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(n) /ˈɒpəreɪtə/
someone who works in a specific job, or a person or company that operates something
Example: The operator helps us plan our trip.