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Cambridge IELTS 17 Academic Listening Test 4 Part 2
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turnover
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(n) /ˈtɜrnˌoʊvər/
the rate at which employees leave and are replaced in a company
Example: The hotel is trying to reduce its staff turnover.
rely
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(v) /rɪˈlaɪ/
to trust someone or something to do what you need or expect
Example: You can rely on your friends to help you.
loyal
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(adj) /ˈlɔɪ.əl/
faithful to a person, organization, or cause
Example: She is a loyal friend who always helps me.
smoothly
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(adv) /ˈsmuːðli/
in a way that is smooth, without problems or difficulties
Example: The car drove smoothly on the highway.
constantly
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(adv) /ˈkɑːnstəntli/
all the time; without stopping
Example: She is constantly checking her phone for messages.
low-skilled
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(adj) /loʊ ˈskɪld/
having little skill or training for a job
Example: Many low-skilled jobs do not pay well.
factor
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(n) /ˈfæktər/
something that helps to cause a result
Example: The lack of training is an important factor in staff turnover.
recruit
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(v) /rɪˈkruːt/
to find and hire new people for a job
Example: They need to recruit more staff for the busy season.
time-consuming
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(adj) /ˈtaɪm kənˌsuːmɪŋ/
taking a lot of time to do
Example: Preparing a big meal can be very time-consuming.
immediate
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(adj) /ɪˈmiːdiət/
happening or done without delay
Example: We need to find an immediate solution to the problem.
severely
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(adv) /sɪˈvɪr.li/
in a very bad or serious way
Example: The storm severely damaged many homes.
negative
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(adj) /ˈnɛɡətɪv/
something bad or harmful
Example: The news had a negative impact on the team.
resentful
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(adj) /rɪˈzɛntfəl/
feeling angry because of something that has happened to you
Example: He felt resentful when he was not invited to the party.
preferential
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(adj) /ˌprɛfəˈrɛnʃəl/
giving an advantage or a special benefit to someone
Example: The manager gave the team preferential treatment for their hard work.
tangible
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(adj) /ˈtændʒəbl/
able to be touched or measured; real
Example: The company saw many tangible benefits from the new training program.
significant
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(adj) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important or noticeable
Example: The team saw a significant change in their performance.
scheme
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(n) /skim/
a plan or arrangement for achieving something
Example: The hotel introduced a new scheme to reward loyal customers.
retention
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(n) /rɪˈtɛnʃən/
the ability to keep or hold onto something
Example: The hotel focused on staff retention to maintain good service.
potential
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(n) /pəˈtɛnʃəl/
the possibility of something happening or being developed
Example: She has a lot of potential as a singer.
achiever
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(n) /əˈtʃiːvər/
a person who achieves a lot or reaches goals
Example: She is an achiever and always aims for the best.
brewery
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(n) /ˈbruːəri/
a place where beer is made
Example: They went on a tour of the brewery.
worthwhile
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(adj) /ˈwɜrθˌwaɪl/
worth the time, money, or effort spent
Example: The training program is worthwhile for all the staff.
prospect
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(n) /ˈprɒsˌpɛkt/
the chance of success or a good future
Example: He has good prospects for a successful career.
additional
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(adj) /əˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
more than what is usual or expected
Example: The team took on additional responsibilities for the project.
responsibility
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(n) /rɪˌspɑːn.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
a duty or task you are required to take care of
Example: Taking care of pets is a big responsibility.
caring
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(adj) /ˈkɛrɪŋ/
showing kindness and concern for others
Example: She is a caring person who helps her friends.
voucher
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(n) /ˈvaʊ.tʃɚ/
a piece of paper that can be used to pay for goods or services
Example: She received a voucher for a free meal.
co-operative
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(adj) /koʊˈɒpərətɪv/
working together with others for a common purpose
Example: They created a co-operative team to finish the project.
supportive
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(adj) /səˈpɔːr.tɪv/
helpful and encouraging
Example: A supportive friend is always there for you.
environment
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(n) /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
the conditions that surround someone or something
Example: The environment in the office is very friendly.
invest
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(v) /ɪnˈvɛst/
to put money, effort, or time into something to make a profit or achieve a result
Example: They want to invest in new equipment for the hotel.
complaint
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(n) /kəmˈpleɪnt/
a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory
Example: She made a complaint about the noisy neighbors.
condition
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(n) /kənˈdɪʃ.ən/
the state of something or the way something is
Example: The room was in good condition after the repairs.
introduce
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(v) /ˌɪn.trəˈduːs/
to make someone known by name to another person
Example: I will introduce my friend to you.
loyalty
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(n) /ˈlɔɪəlti/
the quality of being faithful to someone or something
Example: Her loyalty to her friends is very strong.
reduce
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(v) /rɪˈdjuːs/
to make something smaller in amount, degree, or size
Example: We need to reduce our expenses this month.
feedback
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(n) /ˈfiːdˌbæk/
information or comments about how someone is doing or what they can improve
Example: The teacher gave feedback on the students' projects.
contribute
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(v) /kənˈtrɪb.juːt/
to give something such as money or time to help achieve something
Example: Everyone in the team wants to contribute to the project.
recognise
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(v) /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/
to know who someone is or what something is
Example: I can recognise my friend from a distance.
employee
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(n) /ɪmˈplɔɪiː/
a person who works for a company or organization
Example: The employee received a bonus for their hard work.
encourage
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(v) /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/
to make someone feel more confident or hopeful
Example: Teachers encourage students to do their best.
chain
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(n) /tʃeɪn/
a series of connected links or rings
Example: He wore a silver chain around his neck.
reward
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(n) /rɪˈwɔrd/
something given to someone for their work or effort
Example: The team received a reward for their hard work.
expense
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(n) /ɪkˈspɛns/
the amount of money spent
Example: The expense of the trip was higher than expected.
element
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(n) /ˈɛləmənt/
a basic part or component of something
Example: Fun is an important element in the trips.
issue
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(n) /ˈɪʃu/
a problem or subject that is discussed
Example: The staff turnover is an important issue for the hotel.
reception
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(n) /rɪˈsɛpʃən/
the area in a hotel or office where guests or clients are greeted
Example: The reception was busy with guests checking in.
management
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(n) /ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
the act of controlling or organizing people or things
Example: Good management is important for a successful business.
childcare
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(n) /ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛr/
the care and supervision of children
Example: She works in childcare at the local preschool.
effort
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(n) /ˈɛfərt/
the physical or mental energy used to do something
Example: She put a lot of effort into her homework.
valued
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(adj) /ˈvæl.juːd/
regarded as important or worthy
Example: Every employee wants to feel valued at work.