Master the Cambridge IELTS 14 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 4 vocabulary with our flashcard exercise.
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Cambridge IELTS 14 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 4
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finalise
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(v) /ˈfaɪnəlaɪz/
to complete something
Example: We need to finalise the plans for the event.
reflect
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(v) /rɪˈflɛkt/
to show or display something
Example: The mirror can reflect your image.
composition
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(n) /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/
the act of creating music or writing
Example: Her composition was played at the concert.
commission
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(n) /kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
an official order to do something or a payment to someone for their work
Example: The artist received a commission to create a new mural.
vibrant
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(adj) /ˈvaɪbrənt/
full of energy and life
Example: The painting has vibrant colors that catch your eye.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
to search and discover new things
Example: They explore the park every weekend.
aboriginal
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(adj) /ˌæb.əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl/
relating to the original people of Australia
Example: The Aboriginal culture is rich in history and tradition.
didgeridoo
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(n) /ˌdɪdʒərɪˈdu/
a long musical instrument made from a hollow branch
Example: He played the didgeridoo at the festival.
expressive
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(adj) /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/
showing strong emotions or feelings
Example: Her speech was very expressive and touched everyone's heart.
complex
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(adj) /ˈkɒmplɛks/
not simple; made of many different parts
Example: The story is complex and has many characters.
semi-staged
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(adj) /ˈsɛmiˌsteɪdʒd/
partially performed or presented, often with minimal staging
Example: The theater group will put on a semi-staged version of the play next month.
trilogy
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(n) /ˈtrɪlədʒi/
a set of three related works, especially books or plays
Example: She read the trilogy in just a few days.
tragedy
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(n) /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/
a very sad event or situation that causes a lot of suffering
Example: The movie was a tragedy about lost love.
orchestral
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(adj) /ɔrˈkɛstrəl/
related to a large group of musicians who play together
Example: The concert featured an orchestral performance by many talented musicians.
disturb
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(v) /dɪˈstɜrb/
to interrupt or bother someone
Example: Please do not disturb me while I am studying.
interval
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(n) /ˈɪntərvəl/
a period of time between two events
Example: We will take a short interval during the play.
inspiration
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(n) /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
a feeling of being excited to do something or a new idea
Example: She found her inspiration in nature.
overshadow
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(v) /ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/
to be more important or significant than something else
Example: The tall building overshadowed the small house.
subconsciously
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(adv) /səbˈkɒnʃəsli/
in a way that is not fully aware or conscious
Example: She subconsciously picked up the habit of humming while she worked.
conservatorium
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(n) /kənˈsɜrvəˌtɔriəm/
a school where students study music
Example: He studied at the conservatorium to become a musician.
symphony
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(n) /ˈsɪmfəni/
a long piece of music for a large group of instruments
Example: The symphony was played by a big orchestra.
concerto
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(n) /kənˈtʃɛrtoʊ/
a type of music written for an orchestra and usually a solo instrument
Example: She played a beautiful concerto on the piano.
diversity
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(n) /daɪˈvɜːrsɪti/
the variety of different things or people
Example: The diversity in the park makes it beautiful.
prominent
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(adj) /ˈprɑː.mɪ.nənt/
important and well-known
Example: She became prominent in the art community.
freelance
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(adj) /ˈfriː.læns/
working for different companies or clients rather than being employed by one
Example: She works as a freelance writer.
hand-over
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(n) /ˈhænd ˌoʊvər/
the act of giving something to someone else
Example: The team celebrated the flag hand-over with a big party.
worldwide
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(adv) /ˈwɜrldˌwaɪd/
in or to all parts of the world
Example: Her music is known worldwide.
cultural
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(adj) /ˈkʌltʃərəl/
relating to the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a society
Example: She enjoys learning about cultural traditions from different countries.
source
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(n) /sɔrs/
a place or thing that provides something
Example: The library is a good source of information.
performer
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(n) /pərˈfɔːrmər/
a person who performs, especially in front of an audience
Example: The performer sang beautifully on stage.
festival
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(n) /ˈfɛstɪvəl/
a special event with performances or celebrations
Example: The festival will have music, food, and games.
compose
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(v) /kəmˈpoʊz/
to create music, a poem, or a piece of writing
Example: She loves to compose new songs.
performance
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(n) /pərˈfɔr.məns/
how well a person does in a task or event, especially in art or sports
Example: The performance was amazing and received a lot of applause.
programme
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(n) /ˈprɒɡræm/
a plan of events or activities, especially for a performance or event
Example: The programme for the concert was very interesting.
feature
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(n) /ˈfiːtʃər/
a typical quality or part of something
Example: The feature of the concert was the amazing music.
familiar
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(adj) /fəˈmɪliər/
well-known or easily recognized
Example: The song sounded familiar to me.
encourage
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(v) /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒ/
to make someone feel more confident or hopeful
Example: Teachers encourage students to do their best.
strength
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(n) /strɛŋkθ/
the quality of being strong or powerful
Example: Her strength helped her finish the race.
numerous
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(adj) /ˈnjuː.mə.rəs/
many; a large number of
Example: She has numerous books on her shelf.
vibrant
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(adj) /ˈvaɪ.brənt/
bright and full of energy
Example: The colors in the painting are vibrant.
connect
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(v) /kəˈnɛkt/
to join or link together
Example: The teacher helps students connect with the lesson.
audience
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(n) /ˈɔː.dɪ.əns/
the group of people who come to watch or listen to a performance
Example: The audience clapped at the end of the show.
standard
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(adj) /ˈstændərd/
a level of quality or achievement
Example: The hotel has a high standard of service.
instrument
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(n) /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
a tool or device used for a specific purpose, especially in music or science
Example: She plays a musical instrument in a band.
traditional
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(adj) /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
related to customs or beliefs that have been handed down over time
Example: She wore a traditional dress for the celebration.
orchestral
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(adj) /ɔːrˈkɛstrəl/
related to a large group of musicians who play together
Example: The orchestra played an orchestral piece beautifully.
inspire
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(v) /ɪnˈspaɪr/
to fill someone with the urge or ability to do something
Example: The teacher hopes to inspire her students to love learning.
score
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(n) /skɔr/
a piece of music written for an orchestra or other group
Example: He wrote a beautiful score for the movie.
phrase
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(n) /freɪz/
a group of words that work together
Example: The phrase 'good morning' is often used to greet people.
specifically
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(adv) /spəˈsɪfɪkli/
in a clear and exact way
Example: The teacher explained the homework specifically.
represent
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(v) /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/
to be a symbol or example of something
Example: The painting will represent the beauty of nature.
prominent
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(adj) /ˈprɒmɪnənt/
important or well-known
Example: He is a prominent figure in the music world.
switch
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(v) /swɪtʃ/
to change from one thing to another
Example: He will switch to a different subject in class.
graduate
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(v) /ˈɡrædʒueɪt/
to complete a degree or course at a school or university
Example: After four years of hard work, I will graduate next month.