IELTS 18 Listening T3,4 Flashcards by Hoa Truong

To mix socially with others

During the party, she loved to s____ with everyone.

Socialise
/ˈsəʊʃəlaɪz/

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To connect or link with sb or st

He didn’t want to “be a_____ with” that group.

be associated with
/əˈsəʊʃieɪt/

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the different parts that something is made of;
the way in which the different parts are organized

The c_________ of the essay was very clear.

Composition
/ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

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to say that you think sb/st is bad

The government has been c____ for not taking the problem seriously.

Criticise
/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

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to have an idea that something is probably true or bad without having definite proof

I s_____ that he is hiding something.

Suspect
/səˈspɛkt/

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Give a brief description or summary of st

The plans were o______ in the meeting.

Outline
/ˈaʊtlʌɪn/

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used to recommend the action mentioned because you think it may be useful, pleasant, etc.

It’s w____ making an appointment before you go

Worth
/wɜːθ/

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~ clear, evident

The solution to the problem was o______ to everyone.

Obvious
/ˈɒbvɪəs/

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~ Light in color or shade

Her face turned p___ when she heard the news.

Pale
/peɪl/

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Lacking brightness, vividness

The colors of the old painting were d____ and lifeless.

Dull
/dʌl/

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To step on sth and crush it

The children were warned not to t______ on the flowers.

Trample
/ˈtræmpl/

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Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences

She was always an a________ traveler, eager to explore new places.

Adventurous
/ədˈvɛntʃərəs/

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~ workshop, conference

The professor led a s_____ on modern literature.

Seminar
/ˈsɛmɪnɑːr/

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A type of cloth or woven fabric

The factory produces various t______ used in clothing.

Textile
/ˈtɛkstaɪl/

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to make clothes, etc. from wool, cotton

She loves to k___ scarves.

Knit
/nɪt/

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Hopeful and confident about the future

~ hopeful, positive

He remained o________ despite the challenges.

Optimistic
/ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/

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saying or doing the same thing many times, so that it becomes boring

The task was r________ and boring.

Repetitive
/rɪˈpɛtɪtɪv/

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Free time for enjoyment or relaxation

He enjoys spending his l_____ time fishing by the lake.

During the weekends, they enjoy l____ activities like cycling and picnicking.

Leisure
/ˈlɛʒər/

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Able to be predicted or anticipated

The outcome was f__________ based on the current trends.

Foreseeable
/fɔːˈsiːəbl/

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Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.

He handles the a________ tasks of the office.

Administrative
/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv/

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The action of saying words aloud to be typed, written down, or recorded

The d________ was recorded for accuracy.

Dictation
/dɪkˈteɪʃən/

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The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone

Taking care of pets is a big r____________.

Responsibility
/rɪˌspɒnsɪˈbɪlɪti/

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The length of time for which a person or animal lives or a thing functions

The average human l______ has increased over the decades.

Lifespan
/ˈlaɪfspæn/

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(of a person) without a job because there is no more work available for you in a company

The company made several positions r________ due to automation.

Redundant
/rɪˈdʌndənt/

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To start or set in motion ##Footnote The company will l_____ its new product next month.

Launch /lɔːntʃ/

Overcrowding; blockage ~ traffic jam ##Footnote "Traffic c________" is a major problem in the city.

Congestion /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/

To deal effectively with something difficult ##Footnote She finds it hard to c___ with stress.

Cope /kəʊp/ cope with st

to interrupt somebody when they are trying to work, sleep ##Footnote Loud noises can d______ sleep.

Disturb /dɪˈstɜːb/

~ mature, adult ##Footnote Only "f____ grown" trees produce fruit.

Fully grown /ˈfʊli ɡrəʊn/

To become smaller, fewer, or less; ~ decrease ##Footnote The population of the town has been d______ for years.

Decline /dɪˈklaɪn/

Having great influence on sb or st ~ powerful, authoritative ##Footnote Her research was highly i______ in the field of biology.

Influential /ˌɪnflʊˈɛnʃəl/

A settled way of thinking or feeling about st ##Footnote His positive a_______ helped him succeed.

Attitude /ˈætɪtjuːd/

Providing satisfaction ##Footnote Helping others can be a very r________ experience.

Rewarding /rɪˈwɔːdɪŋ/

~ area, part, zone, field ##Footnote The healthcare s______ is vital to the economy.

Sector /ˈsɛktər/

The effectiveness of productive effort ##Footnote Improving p________ is crucial for business success.

Productivity /ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti/

A person whose job is to keep or inspect financial accounts ##Footnote The a________ were busy during tax season.

Accountant(s) /əˈkaʊntənts/

A person employed to assist with domestic or personal tasks, especially for the sick or elderly ##Footnote The "c____ worker" helped the elderly woman with daily tasks.

Care worker /ˈkɛə ˌwɜːkər/

A person employed by a bank to keep records and undertake routine administrative duties ~ teller, cashier ##Footnote The "bank c___" processed the deposit quickly.

Bank clerk /bæŋk klɑːrk

"An organization that helps people find work or helps employers find workers. job center ##Footnote He contacted an "employment a______" to find a new job.

"Employment agency /ˈeɪdʒənsi/"

"To ask for information about something. ask, question. ##Footnote She decided to "i________ about" the opening hours of the library.

"Inquire about /ɪnˈkwaɪər/"

"Experiencing a high level of pressure or anxiety. pressured, tense. ##Footnote She performs well even " ___ stress".

Under stress

"A task or action that one is required to perform. responsibility, obligation. ##Footnote It is his d___ to ensure the safety of the team.

"Duty /ˈdjuːti/"

An informal way to say "I think" or "I believe". think, suppose. ##Footnote I r____ we'll need more time to finish.

"I reckon /ˈrɛkən/"

"A job with no fixed end date; a stable, ongoing position. full-time job, regular job. ##Footnote He finally found a "p______ job" after months of searching.

"Permanent job /ˈpɜːrmənənt/"

"A building where students live while attending college or university. dormitory, student hall. ##Footnote She lives in a "hall of r_____" on campus.

A hall of residence (dorm)

"To provide space for something; to adjust or arrange to fit. house, adapt. ##Footnote The museum was designed to a________ the new collection.

"Accommodate /əˈkɒmədeɪt/"

"A feature within a building's interior, such as a staircase or a fireplace. design element, decorative feature. ##Footnote The "i______ architectural feature" included ornate columns and a vaulted ceiling.

"Interior architectural feature /ɪnˈtɪriər ɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl ˈfiːtʃər/"

"A small room where coats and other belongings can be left. coatroom ##Footnote He left his jacket in the c______ before entering the hall.

"Cloakroom /ˈkloʊk/"

"A large backpack typically used for traveling or hiking. backpack, knapsack. ##Footnote He packed his r_____ for the weekend trip.

"Rucksack /ˈrʌksæk/"

"A device or object used to facilitate learning. teaching aid, learning material. ##Footnote The teacher introduced a new "e_______ tool" to help with math lessons.

Educational tool

"Capable of being bent or folded without breaking. collapsible, bendable. ##Footnote She packed a f_____ chair for the camping trip.

"Folding /ˈfoʊldɪŋ/"

"The ability to make small, precise movements, typically of the fingers and hands. coordination. ##Footnote Playing the piano improves "fine m____ skill.

"Fine motor skill /ˈmoʊtər/"

"Causing disturbance or problems. troublesome, unruly. ##Footnote The child was d_______ in class, making it hard for others to concentrate.

"Disruptive /dɪsˈrʌptɪv/"

"To become calm and relaxed. calm down, relax. ##Footnote It took a few minutes for the crowd to "s____ down" after the excitement. He told the kids to "s___ down" before starting the movie.

"Settle down /ˈsɛtl daʊn/"

"To focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular activity. focus, pay attention. ##Footnote It's hard to c_______ when there's a lot of noise.

"Concentrate /ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/"

"To provide someone with a reason to do something. inspire, encourage. ##Footnote Teachers need to m______ students to learn.

"Motivate /ˈmoʊtɪveɪt/"

"Relating to or in the form of words, especially spoken words. oral, spoken. ##Footnote She gave a v____ presentation at the meeting.

"Verbal /ˈvɜːrbəl/"

"Lacking physical coordination; awkward in movement. awkward, uncoordinated. ##Footnote He felt c____ when he accidentally spilled his drink.

"Clumsy /ˈklʌmzi/"

"Strengthening or supporting a particular belief or behavior. supporting, bolstering. ##Footnote Positive feedback is important for r_______ good behavior.

"Reinforcing /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ/"

"To reach the most successful point in one’s career. peak, pinnacle. ##Footnote She "is at the h____ of" her career as a top executive.

"Be at the height of the career "

"To be admired or respected very much. respected, esteemed. ##Footnote The professor is "very highly r____" in his field.

Be very highly regarded

"A person one works with, especially in a professional setting. coworker, associate. ##Footnote She asked her c______ to cover her shift.

"Colleague /ˈkɒliːɡ/"

"Used to indicate that you are specifically referring to something. in relation to, regarding, speaking of ##Footnote "As far as the budget is c____", we will have to make some cuts"

As far as something is concerned

"person, individual ##Footnote He was a leading f____ in the field of science.

"Figure /ˈfɪɡjər/"

"The state of being extremely poor. ##Footnote The organization works to combat p____ in the community.

"Poverty /ˈpɒvərti/"

"The expression of disapproval of sb or st disapproval ##Footnote The film received a lot of c_______ from critics.

"Criticism /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/"

"A ruler of an empire. ##Footnote The e_____ ruled over a vast territory.

"Emperor /ˈɛmpərər/"

"To live in a particular place. live in, inhabit, dwell. ##Footnote They "r___ in" a quiet neighborhood.

"Reside in /rɪˈzaɪd ɪn/"

"To force sb to leave their country, typically as a punishment. banish, deport. ##Footnote The author "was sent into e____" for criticizing the government in his writings.

"Send somebody into exile /ˈɛksaɪl/"

"A group of countries or regions controlled by a single ruler or government. ##Footnote The Roman e____ spanned much of Europe.

"Empire /ˈɛmpaɪər/"

"A painting or drawing of a person, especially the face. ##Footnote The artist was famous for his p_______.

"Portrait /ˈpɔːrtrɪt/"

"Movable objects that make a room or building suitable for living or working. furniture, décor. ##Footnote She chose modern f_______ for her new apartment.

"Furnishings /ˈfɜːrnɪʃɪŋz/"

"Suffering from a lack of the necessities of life. disadvantaged, underprivileged. ##Footnote The charity helps d______ communities in need.

"Deprived /dɪˈpraɪvd/"

"A sheltered place along the coast where boats can be moored safely. port, dock. ##Footnote The sailors anchored their boat in the h____.

"Harbour /ˈhɑːrbər/"

"Relating to the inside of something. inner, inside. ##Footnote The i_____ structure of the building was crucial to its design.

"Internal /ɪnˈtɜːrnəl/"

"To keep something in good condition or at a certain level. preserve. ##Footnote It is important to m_______ your equipment properly.

"Maintain /meɪnˈteɪn/"

"Absolutely necessary or extremely important. crucial, vital. ##Footnote Proper nutrition is e_______ for good health.

"Essential /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/"

"A situation characterized by a lot of stress. demanding, intense. ##Footnote Working in a "high-p____ environment" can be very challenging.

High-pressure environment

"A formal agreement, usually for a fixed period. agreement ##Footnote She signed a c_______ for the job.

"Contract /ˈkɒntrækt/"

"An increase in the length or duration of st. ##Footnote The course offers an e____ of six months for students who need extra time.

"Extension /ɪkˈstɛnʃən/"

"Suitable or proper in the circumstances. suitable, fitting. ##Footnote It’s a_______ to wear formal attire to the event.

"Appropriate /əˈprəʊpriət/"

"Used to introduce a contrast or exception. however, but. ##Footnote He was tired; t__, he decided to continue working.

"Though /ðoʊ/"

"An event or action used to show how something works. presentation. ##Footnote The scientist gave a d_______ of the new technology.

"Demonstration /ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən/"

"Easily broken or damaged. delicate, breakable. ##Footnote The vase is very f___ and needs to be handled carefully.

"Fragile /ˈfrædʒaɪl/"

"A change or difference in condition or quantity. difference ##Footnote There was a noticeable v_____ in the results of the experiment.

"Variation /ˌvɛəriˈeɪʃən/"

IELTS 18 Listening T3,4 Flashcards

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