Master the Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 2 vocabulary with our flashcard exercise.
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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 2
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manufacturer
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(n) /ˌmæn.jʊˈfæk.tʃər.ər/
a company that makes goods
Example: The manufacturer sent the new products to the stores.
apprenticeship
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(n) /əˈprɛntɪsʃɪp/
a period of time when a person learns a skill while working for a company
Example: He decided to start an apprenticeship to learn about carpentry.
determined
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(adj) /dɪˈtɜrmɪnd/
having a strong intention to do something
Example: She was determined to finish her homework before dinner.
component
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(n) /kəmˈpoʊ.nənt/
a part or element of a larger whole
Example: Each component in the machine is important for it to work.
automotive
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(adj) /ˌɔːtəˈmoʊtɪv/
relating to cars and vehicles
Example: He studies automotive technology at college.
delay
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(n, v) /dɪˈleɪ/
to make something happen later than planned; a period of time when something is late
Example: There was a delay because of the rain.
production
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(n) /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the process of making or growing something
Example: The factory's production is increasing every year.
healthcare
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(n) /ˈhɛlθˌkɛr/
the organized way of providing medical services to people
Example: The government is improving healthcare for everyone.
premise
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(n) /ˈprɛmɪs/
a statement or idea that is assumed to be true and used as the basis for an argument or reasoning
Example: The premise of the story is very interesting.
layout
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(n) /ˈleɪaʊt/
the way something is arranged or organized
Example: The layout of the house makes it easy to move around.
machinery
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(n) /məˈʃiːnəri/
machines used in a factory or for a specific task
Example: The factory has new machinery for making products.
refurbishment
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(n) /rɪˈfɜrbɪʃmənt/
the act of improving or updating something, especially a building or equipment
Example: The company plans a refurbishment of the old office.
presentation
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(n) /ˌprɛzənˈteɪʃən/
a talk or display to give information about something
Example: She will give a presentation about her project.
department
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(n) /dɪˈpɑrtmənt/
a part of a larger organization, such as a business or government
Example: She works in the marketing department.
observe
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(v) /əbˈzɜːrv/
to watch something carefully
Example: We will observe how the workers do their tasks.
orientate
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(v) /ˈɔːr.i.ənˌteɪt/
to find your way or understand something in a new place or situation
Example: I need to orientate before the meeting starts.
reception
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(n) /rɪˈsɛpʃən/
a place where people are welcomed when they enter a building
Example: We waited in the reception for our appointment.
corridor
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(n) /ˈkɔrɪˌdɔr/
a long narrow space in a building that connects different rooms
Example: She walked down the corridor to find her friend.
entrance
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(n) /ˈɛntrəns/
a place to enter a building or area
Example: The entrance is located at the front of the building.
warehouse
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(n) /ˈwɛrˌhaʊs/
a large building for storing goods
Example: The warehouse is full of boxes.
access
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(n) /ˈæk.sɛs/
the ability to enter or use something
Example: You need a key to access the building.
courtyard
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(n) /ˈkɔːrtjɑːrd/
an open area surrounded by buildings
Example: The children played in the courtyard during recess.
canteen
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(n) /kænˈtiːn/
a place where food is served, usually in a school or workplace
Example: I eat lunch in the canteen every day.
confidently
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(adv) /ˈkɑːnfɪdəntli/
in a way that shows you are sure of yourself
Example: She speaks confidently in front of the class.
attractive
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(adj) /əˈtræktɪv/
having features that others find pleasing or appealing
Example: The garden is very attractive in the spring.
natural
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(adj) /ˈnætʃərəl/
existing in nature, not made by people
Example: The sunlight is natural and bright.
daylight
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(n) /ˈdeɪ.laɪt/
the natural light that comes from the sun during the day
Example: I opened the curtains to let in some daylight.
human resources
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(n) /ˈhjuːmən rɪˈzɔːrsɪz/
the department in a company that deals with hiring and managing employees
Example: The human resources department helps workers with their problems.
boardroom
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(n) /ˈbɔrdruːm/
a room where the board of directors meets
Example: The team had a meeting in the boardroom.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪr.i.əns/
knowledge or skill that you get from doing something
Example: She has a lot of experience in teaching.
managing director
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(n) /ˈmænɪdʒɪŋ dɪˈrɛktər/
the person in charge of a company's activities
Example: The managing director leads the meetings.
industry
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(n) /ˈɪn.də.stri/
a group of businesses that produce or sell similar goods or services
Example: The technology industry is growing very fast.
founder
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(n) /ˈfaʊndər/
a person who starts a company or organization
Example: The founder of the school wanted to help students learn.
manufacture
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(v) /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃər/
to make goods in large amounts using machinery
Example: The factory will manufacture toys for children.
opportunity
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(n) /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪti/
a chance to do something or to achieve something
Example: She took the opportunity to learn a new language.
expand
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(v) /ɪkˈspænd/
to make something larger or more extensive
Example: We need to expand our garden next year.
considerable
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(adj) /kənˈsɪdərəbl/
large enough to be important or noticeable
Example: There is a considerable amount of work to do.
location
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(n) /loʊˈkeɪʃən/
a particular place or position
Example: The location of the school is easy to find.
ideal
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(adj) /aɪˈdɪəl/
the best or most suitable possible
Example: The warm weather is ideal for a picnic.
method
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(n) /ˈmɛθəd/
a way of doing something
Example: She has a good method for solving math problems.
intend
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(v) /ɪnˈtɛnd/
to plan or want to do something
Example: I intend to study every day this week.
carry out
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(phrasal verb) /ˈkæri aʊt/
to do or complete something according to a plan
Example: We need to carry out the project on time.
research and development
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(n) /rɪˈsɜrtʃ ənd dɪˈvɛlʌpmənt/
the process of studying and developing new ideas or products
Example: Our company invests a lot in research and development.
arrange
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(v) /əˈreɪndʒ/
to organize or make plans for something
Example: We need to arrange a meeting for next week.
welcoming
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(adj) /ˈwɛlkəmɪŋ/
friendly and inviting to guests or visitors
Example: The atmosphere in the office is very welcoming.
turning area
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(n) /ˈtɜrnɪŋ ˈɛriə/
an area where vehicles can turn around
Example: The lorries need space in the turning area to go back.
keen
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(adj) /kiːn/
very interested, eager, or enthusiastic
Example: She is keen to learn new things.
access road
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(n) /ˈæk.sɛs roʊd/
a road that allows people to reach a place
Example: The access road leads directly to the factory.
pleasant
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(adj) /ˈplɛzənt/
giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment
Example: The boardroom has quite a pleasant view.
player
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(n) /ˈpleɪər/
a person who plays a game or sport
Example: John is a great player in the basketball team.
long-term
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(adj) /lɔŋ tɜrm/
relating to a long period of time
Example: The company has a long-term goal to expand its business.
site
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(n) /saɪt/
a place where something is or will be located
Example: The site of the new school is near my house.
why all the sentences started with she??? where is he?? ha ha