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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 2 Part 2
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commission
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(n) /kəˈmɪʃən/
an official order or instruction, especially to do a particular task
Example: The artist received a commission to create a new painting.
heir
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(n) /ɛr/
a person who receives money or property from someone who has died
Example: She became the heir to her grandfather's estate.
convert
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(v) /kənˈvɜrt/
to change something into a different form or use
Example: You can convert the old room into a study.
nucleus
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(n) /ˈnjuː.kl.i.əs/
the central part of something
Example: The scientist studied the nucleus of the cell.
imminent
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(adj) /ˈɪmɪnənt/
about to happen soon
Example: The storm is imminent, so we should go inside.
catering
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(n) /ˈkeɪtərɪŋ/
the business of providing food and services for events
Example: The catering for the wedding was excellent.
capacity
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(n) /kəˈpæsɪti/
the amount of space or people that can be held
Example: The room has a capacity of fifty people.
unsatisfactory
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(adj) /ʌnˈsætɪsˌfæk.tɚ.i/
not good enough or not meeting expectations
Example: The service was unsatisfactory, and we decided not to return.
relevant
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(adj) /ˈrɛl.ə.vənt/
connected to what is being discussed
Example: Make sure to choose the relevant serving point.
top up
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(v) /tɑp ʌp/
to add money to a payment card or account
Example: I need to top up my phone before I can make a call.
electronic
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(adj) /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk/
related to electronics or electrical devices
Example: She paid for her lunch using her electronic payment card.
eventually
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(adv) /ɪˈvɛn.tʃu.ə.li/
at a later time; in the end
Example: They will eventually finish their homework.
storage
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(n) /ˈstɔrɪdʒ/
a place where things are kept
Example: The attic is used for storage.
cuisine
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(n) /kwɪˈziːn/
a style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country or region
Example: She loves trying different types of cuisine.
Lebanese
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(adj) /ˌlɛbəˈniːz/
relating to Lebanon, its people, or its culture
Example: I love trying Lebanese dishes at the restaurant.
Ethiopian
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(adj) /iˈθiː.oʊ.pi.ən/
related to Ethiopia, a country in East Africa
Example: The Ethiopian food at the festival was very tasty.
cater
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(v) /ˈkeɪtər/
to provide food and service for an event
Example: The company will cater the wedding reception.
variety
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(n) /vəˈraɪ.ə.ti/
the quality of being different or having different forms
Example: There will be a lot of variety in the food options.
delighted
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(adj) /dɪˈlaɪtɪd/
very happy and pleased
Example: She was delighted to see her friend again.
dozens
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(n) /ˈdʌzənz/
a group of twelve items
Example: There were dozens of stars in the sky.
off-road
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(adj) /ˈɔf.roʊd/
designed for use on rough terrain rather than paved roads
Example: They enjoy riding their bikes in off-road areas.
well-equipped
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(adj) /ˌwɛl ɪˈkwɪpt/
having the tools or equipment needed for a job or purpose
Example: The gym has a well-equipped training area.
performance
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(n) /pərˈfɔːr.məns/
how well someone does something
Example: The performance of the students was impressive.
magnificent
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(adj) /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/
very beautiful or impressive
Example: The view from the mountain was magnificent.
grand piano
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(n) /ɡrænd piˈænoʊ/
a large and expensive piano that makes a beautiful sound
Example: A former pupil has given a magnificent grand piano to the school.
affect
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(v) /əˈfɛkt/
to have an influence on someone or something
Example: Weather can affect our mood.
date
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(n) /deɪt/
a particular day of the month or year
Example: She marked the date on her calendar.
various
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(adj) /ˈvɛriəs/
different kinds or types
Example: There are various options to choose from.
century
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(n) /ˈsɛn.tʃʊr.i/
a period of 100 years
Example: The painting is over a century old.
intend
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(v) /ɪnˈtɛnd/
to plan or want to do something
Example: I intend to finish my homework tonight.
council
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(n) /ˈkaʊnsl/
a group of people chosen to give advice or make decisions
Example: The council will meet to discuss the new rules.
tourist
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(n) /ˈtʊərɪst/
a person who travels to a place for pleasure
Example: The tourist took pictures of the beautiful scenery.
information
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(n) /ˌɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən/
facts or details about something
Example: I need more information to complete the project.
lack
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(n) /læk/
a thing that is not available or is missing
Example: There is a lack of toys in the store.
population
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(n) /ˌpɑːpjuˈleɪʃən/
the number of people living in a particular area
Example: The population of the town is growing every year.
increase
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(v) /ɪnˈkriːs/
to make something larger in amount or size
Example: We want to increase the number of books in the library.
permission
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(n) /pɚˈmɪʃ.ən/
the ability or right to do something
Example: You need permission to leave the classroom.
developer
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(n) /dɪˈvɛl ə pər/
a person who creates or builds software or applications
Example: The developer worked on a new game for the company.
construct
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(v) /kənˈstrʌkt/
to build or make something
Example: They will construct a new school building.
existing
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(adj) /ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ/
to be present or available now
Example: There are many existing buildings in the city.
concern
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(n) /kənˈsɜrn/
a feeling of worry or interest about something
Example: His concern for the environment motivates him to recycle.
facility
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(n) /fəˈsɪl.ɪ.ti/
a place or building used for a specific purpose, often to make something easier
Example: The school has new facilities for sports.
period
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(n) /ˈpɪr.i.əd/
a length of time that has a beginning and an end
Example: The class will last for a short period.
considerable
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(adj) /kənˈsɪdərəbəl/
large enough to be noticed or considered important
Example: The students had to wait a considerable time before getting their food.
obviously
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(adv) /ˈɑbviəsli/
in a way that is easy to see or understand
Example: She obviously knows a lot about the topic.
smooth
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(adj) /smuð/
having a flat,even surface
Example: The table is smooth and easy to clean.
relevant
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(adj) /ˈrɛləvənt/
related to the matter at hand
Example: Please bring the relevant documents to the meeting.
junk food
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(n) /dʒʌŋk fud/
food that is unhealthy or low in nutritional value
Example: He decided to avoid junk food for a healthier diet.
current
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(adj) /ˈkʌrənt/
used or happening now
Example: The current situation is better than before.
payment
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(n) /ˈpeɪmənt/
the action of giving money for something
Example: The payment for the lunch is done online.
adventure
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(n) /ədˈvɛn.tʃɚ/
an exciting experience or activity
Example: They went on an adventure in the mountains.
international
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(adj) /ˌɪntəˈnæʃənl/
related to or involving more than one country
Example: Many events at the school celebrate international cultures.
culture
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(n) /ˈkʌl.tʃɚ/
the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular group of people
Example: Different cultures have unique traditions and foods.
suggestion
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(n) /səˈdʒɛs.tʃən/
an idea or plan put forward for consideration
Example: They made a suggestion for a new lunch menu.
replace
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(v) /rɪˈpleɪs/
to take the place of something or someone
Example: You can replace the old battery with a new one.
suitable
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(adj) /ˈsuːtəbl/
right or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Example: The food served in the canteen is suitable for everyone.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːpjələr/
liked or enjoyed by many people
Example: The swimming lessons are very popular with pupils.
condition
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(n) /kənˈdɪʃən/
the state or situation of something
Example: The condition of the old building is not good.
equipment
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(n) /ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/
tools or machinery used for a specific purpose
Example: The school has new equipment for the science lab.
system
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(n) /ˈsɪstəm/
a group of things working together for a purpose
Example: The school has a new system for paying for lunches.