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Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 2
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presentation
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(n) /ˌprɛzɛnˈteɪʃən/
a talk or display to give information about something
Example: The presentation was about new holiday packages.
compete
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(v) /kəmˈpiːt/
to try to win or do better than someone else in a contest or activity
Example: Many students compete for the best grades.
destination
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(n) /ˌdɛstəˈneɪʃən/
a place where someone is going or being sent
Example: Our next destination is a beautiful beach.
extremely
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(adv) /ɪkˈstrimli/
very much; to a very high degree
Example: She was extremely happy with her exam results.
fascinating
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(adj) /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪ.tɪŋ/
extremely interesting
Example: The story was fascinating and kept everyone engaged.
ferry
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(n) /ˈfɛri/
a boat that carries people or goods across water
Example: We took a ferry to the island for our vacation.
organised
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(adj) /ˈɔrɡənɪzd/
arranged in a structured way
Example: The events are organised for the weekend.
incidentally
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(adv) /ˌɪn sɪˈdɛnt l i/
used when you mention something that is not the main subject
Example: The teacher mentioned, incidentally, that there would be a quiz next week.
supplement
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(n) /ˈsʌpləˌmɛnt/
something added to improve or complete something else
Example: A vitamin pill can be a supplement to your diet.
administrative
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(adj) /ədˈmɪnɪstrətɪv/
related to the organization or management of a business or activity
Example: She has an administrative role in the company.
alternative
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(adj) /ɔːlˈtɜrnətɪv/
something that can be chosen instead of something else
Example: She had an alternative plan for the weekend.
consist
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(v) /kənˈsɪst/
to be made up of something
Example: The salad consists of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
introduction
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(n) /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the beginning part of something
Example: The introduction to the book was very interesting.
activity
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(n) /ækˈtɪvɪti/
something that you do or something that happens
Example: There is a lot of activity in the park on weekends.
exhibition
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(n) /ˌɛk.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/
a display or show of art or items for people to see
Example: The exhibition featured many beautiful paintings.
parliament
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(n) /ˈpɑːrlɪmənt/
a group of people who make the laws for a country
Example: The parliament meets every week to discuss new laws.
functioning
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(adj) /ˈfʌŋkʃənɪŋ/
working or operating
Example: The team is functioning well together.
surviving
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(v) /sərˈvaɪvɪŋ/
to continue to live or exist, especially after a difficult situation
Example: The plant is surviving in the dry conditions.
reference
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(n) /ˈrɛfərəns/
something that you mention to help explain a situation
Example: I made a reference to a famous book in my essay.
leisurely
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(adj) /ˈliːʒərli/
done in a relaxed way and without hurry
Example: They took a leisurely walk in the park.
promenade
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(n) /ˈprɒm.ə.neɪd/
a place where people walk for pleasure
Example: They enjoyed a lovely walk along the promenade.
board
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(n) /bɔrd/
a flat piece of material used for various purposes
Example: Please write your name on the board.
spectacular
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(adj) /spɛkˈtæk.jʊ.lɚ/
very impressive or amazing
Example: The view from the top of the mountain is spectacular.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔr/
to travel around an area to learn about it
Example: We will explore the city during our vacation.
heritage
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(n) /ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ/
the traditional beliefs, values, and customs of a group of people
Example: Heritage is important to many families.
highlight
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(n) /ˈhaɪlaɪt/
the best part or most exciting moment of something
Example: Many people think the highlight of the trip was the steam railway ride.
overlook
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(v) /ˌoʊvərˈlʊk/
to fail to notice something
Example: Sometimes I overlook the small details in my work.
mediaeval
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(adj) /ˌmidiˈivəl/
relating to the Middle Ages, a time from about the 5th to the late 15th century
Example: The museum has many mediaeval artifacts on display.
option
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(n) /ˈɑpʃən/
a choice that can be made
Example: You have an option to fly or take a train.
advance
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(v) /ədˈvæns/
to move forward or make progress
Example: They plan to advance their project next week.
isle
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(n) /aɪl/
a piece of land surrounded by water
Example: She dreams of living on an isle by the sea.
maritime
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(adj) /ˈmær.ɪ.taɪm/
related to the sea or ocean
Example: The maritime museum showcases ships and sea life.
harbour
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(n) /ˈhɑːr.bɚ/
a place where boats are kept and sometimes loaded or unloaded
Example: The boat is docked in the harbour.
coach
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(n) /koʊtʃ/
a large vehicle that is pulled by horses or a bus for long journeys
Example: We took the coach to the small town.
tram
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(n) /træm/
a type of public transport that runs on tracks
Example: The tram takes people around the city.
electric
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(adj) /ɪˈlɛktrɪk/
related to or operated by electricity
Example: The electric train is very fast.
railway
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(n) /ˈreɪlweɪ/
a track made for trains to travel on
Example: The train runs on the railway every day.
calf
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(n) /kæf/
a young cow
Example: The farmer has a new calf in the barn.
headland
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(n) /ˈhɛd.lənd/
a high area of land that sticks out into the sea
Example: The children enjoyed playing near the headland.
coast
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(n) /koʊst/
the land beside the sea
Example: We walked along the coast to enjoy the view.
capital
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(n) /ˈkæpɪtl/
the city where a country's government is located
Example: The capital of France is Paris.
castle
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(n) /ˈkæsəl/
a large building often with high walls and towers, used as a home for a king or queen
Example: The castle is very old and beautiful.
airport
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(n) /ˈɛrˌpɔrt/
a place where aircraft take off and land
Example: We went to the airport to catch our flight.
ensure
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(v) /ɪnˈʃʊr/
to make sure or certain
Example: Please ensure that the door is locked before leaving.
provide
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(v) /prəˈvaɪd/
to give something that is needed
Example: They provide helpful information to the guests.
travel
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(v) /ˈtrævəl/
to go from one place to another
Example: I want to travel to a new city this summer.
hotel
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(n) /hoʊˈtɛl/
a place where people pay to stay while traveling
Example: We stayed in a nice hotel during our vacation.
booking
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(n) /ˈbʊkɪŋ/
the act of reserving a ticket, room, etc.
Example: I made a booking for a hotel in advance.
illness
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(n) /ˈɪl.nɪs/
a state of being sick or unwell
Example: She missed school because of an illness.
tour
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(n) /tʊr/
a journey to visit a place.
Example: We went on a tour of the city.
manager
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(n) /ˈmænɪdʒər/
a person who is in charge of something or someone
Example: The manager helps the team reach their goals.