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Cambridge IELTS 13 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 2
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accessible
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(adj) /əkˈsɛsɪbəl/
easy to reach or use
Example: The library is accessible to everyone.
achieve
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(v) /əˈtʃiv/
to successfully reach a desired goal or result
Example: I want to achieve my dream of becoming a doctor.
advise
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(v) /ədˈvaɪz/
to suggest something to someone
Example: Doctors often advise their patients to eat healthier.
attract
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(v) /əˈtrækt/
to pull or draw someone or something towards you
Example: The bright colors attract many people's attention.
challenging
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(adj) /ˈtʃæl.ɪn.dʒɪŋ/
difficult in a way that tests your ability
Example: The new math problems are very challenging.
commit
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(v) /kəˈmɪt/
to make a promise to do something
Example: I commit to exercising every day.
commitment
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(n) /kəˈmɪt.mənt/
a promise to do something or a dedication to a cause
Example: She showed great commitment to her studies.
countryside
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(n) /ˈkaʊntrisaɪd/
an area outside a city or town that is not urban
Example: I love walking in the countryside on weekends.
cycle
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(n) /ˈsaɪ.kəl/
a series of events that happen repeatedly in the same order
Example: The seasons follow a cycle.
determination
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(n) /dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
the quality of being determined to do something
Example: Her determination helped her finish the race.
develop
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(v) /dɪˈvɛl.əp/
to grow or change into something bigger or more advanced
Example: She wants to develop her swimming skills.
encourage
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(v) /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/
to make someone feel more confident or to help them do something
Example: A coach will encourage you to do your best.
expectation
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(n) /ɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
a strong belief that something will happen or be the case
Example: Her expectation is to finish the race by noon.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪr.i.əns/
the knowledge and skill that you get from doing something
Example: He has a lot of experience in cooking.
fanatic
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(n) /fəˈnætɪk/
a person who is very enthusiastic about something
Example: The fanatics cheered loudly at the event.
fitness
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(n) /ˈfɪtnəs/
the state of being physically healthy and strong
Example: She works out every day to improve her fitness.
flexible
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(adj) /ˈflɛk.sə.bəl/
able to change or be changed easily
Example: Having a flexible schedule helps me manage my time better.
focus
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(v) /ˈfoʊ.kəs/
to concentrate attention or effort on something
Example: You need to focus on your homework.
intention
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(n) /ɪnˈtɛnʃən/
a plan or desire to do something
Example: She had the intention to exercise every day.
instructor
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(n) /ɪnˈstrʌktər/
a person who teaches something
Example: The instructor showed us how to stretch properly.
invest
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(v) /ɪnˈvɛst/
to give money or time to something to make a profit or achieve a result
Example: You should invest in a good pair of shoes for running.
journey
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(n) /ˈdʒɜrni/
an act of traveling from one place to another
Example: The journey to the mountains was long and beautiful.
manageable
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(adj) /ˈmænɪdʒəbl/
able to be managed or controlled
Example: She set manageable goals for her fitness routine.
membership
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(n) /ˈmɛmbərʃɪp/
the state of being a member of a group or organization
Example: She paid for her gym membership last week.
permanent
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(adj) /ˈpɜːrmənənt/
lasting for a long time or forever
Example: The injury can cause permanent damage if not treated.
physical
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(adj) /ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl/
relating to the body, as opposed to the mind
Example: He enjoys physical activities like jogging and swimming.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːp.jə.lər/
liked by many people
Example: Running is popular among all ages.
progress
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(n) /ˈprɒɡrɛs/
the process of getting better or moving forward
Example: She is making good progress in her studies.
qualification
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(n) /ˌkwɑːlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
an ability or skill that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity
Example: She has a qualification in teaching.
realize
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(v) /ˈriːəlaɪz/
to become aware of something or understand it
Example: I didn't realize it was so late.
recognize
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(v) /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/
to know someone or something because you have seen or heard them before
Example: I can recognize my friend from far away.
relatively
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(adv) /ˈrɛlətɪvli/
in comparison to something else
Example: The test was relatively easy for her.
setback
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(n) /ˈsɛtˌbæk/
a problem or difficulty that makes progress slower or more difficult
Example: You may experience a setback in your training, but keep trying.
significant
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(adj) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important or noticeable
Example: There are significant changes in the weather.
solitary
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(adj) /ˈsɑːləˌtɛri/
being alone or without other people
Example: He enjoys solitary walks in the park.
strength
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(n) /strɛŋkθ/
the quality or state of being strong
Example: Yoga helps to build strength in your muscles.
surprisingly
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(adv) /sərˈpraɪzɪŋli/
in a way that is unexpected or surprising
Example: It can be surprisingly challenging to learn a new language.
trainer
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(n) /ˈtreɪnər/
a person who helps others to improve their skills or fitness
Example: I hired a trainer to help me get fit.
training
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(n) /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
the activity of learning skills or knowledge for a job or sport
Example: She is enjoying her training for the marathon.
yoga
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(n) /ˈjoʊɡə/
a practice that includes physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation for health and relaxation
Example: Many people enjoy yoga for its calming effects.