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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Professions

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
gardener
[noun]

a person whose job is to take care of plants in a garden

Ex: They consulted with a gardener to choose the right plants for their climate and soil type .
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someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: The hairdresser is always busy on Saturdays .
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someone whose job involves helping and selling things to the customers and visitors of a store, etc.

Ex: He was promoted to senior sales assistant after consistently meeting his sales targets and demonstrating leadership skills .
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someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Ex: The accountant advised her client on how to optimize their expenses to improve overall profitability .
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architect
[noun]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

Ex: As an architect, he enjoys transforming his clients ' visions into functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces .
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astronaut
[noun]

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He wrote a memoir detailing his experiences as an astronaut, including his spacewalks and scientific research .
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someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

Ex: They consulted an electrician to troubleshoot the issue with the flickering lights .
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lawyer
[noun]

a person who practices or studies law, advises people about the law or represents them in court

Ex: During the consultation , the lawyer explained the legal process and what steps she needed to take next .
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lecturer
[noun]

a person who teaches courses at a college or university, often with a focus on undergraduate education, but who does not hold the rank of professor

Ex: After completing her PhD , she became a lecturer in modern history .
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a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

Ex: The role of a pharmacist is vital in healthcare .
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plumber
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someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber provided advice on how to prevent future plumbing problems .
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someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: Voters expect honesty from their politicians.
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a person who writes computer programs

Ex: He enjoys the creativity and problem-solving involved in being a programmer.
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director
[noun]

a person in charge of a movie or play who gives instructions to the actors and staff

Ex: The director was famous for his meticulous attention to detail .
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employer
[noun]

a person or organization that hires and pays individuals for a variety of jobs

Ex: The employer conducted background checks and interviews to ensure they hired qualified candidates for the job .
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someone hired to provide administrative support and assist with various tasks for an individual or organization

Ex: The artist 's personal assistant took care of studio logistics , such as ordering supplies and scheduling sessions .
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a person who is directly responsible for managing and overseeing the work of employees within an organization

Ex: The line manager is responsible for ensuring deadlines are met .
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housewife
[noun]

a married woman who does the housework such as cooking, cleaning, etc. and takes care of the children, and does not work outside the house

Ex: Being a housewife requires patience , organization , and dedication to maintaining a comfortable and harmonious home environment .
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judge
[noun]

an official who scores, evaluates, or enforces the rules during a sports competition

Ex: The athletes waited nervously for the judge to announce the final scores .
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librarian
[noun]

someone who is in charge of a library or works in it

Ex: The librarian’s knowledge of various genres helped them find the perfect book for her book club .
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manager
[noun]

someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

Ex: The soccer team 's manager led them to victory in the championship .
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someone whose job is to take care of a child or children while their parents are away

Ex: The babysitter made sure the children brushed their teeth before bedtime .
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banker
[noun]

a person who possesses or has a high rank in a bank or any other financial institution

Ex: Bankers are responsible for ensuring compliance with banking regulations and maintaining the financial health of the institution .
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barber
[noun]

someone whose job is to cut men’s hair or shave or trim their facial hair

Ex: The barber specializes in classic men 's haircuts and beard grooming .
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cameraman
[noun]

a professional whose job is to operate a motion picture or television camera

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detective
[noun]

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

Ex: The police department asked the detective to reveal the identity of the culprit .
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someone especially a professional who plays football

Ex: He watched a documentary about a famous footballer who overcame numerous challenges to reach the top of his sport .
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guard
[noun]

a person whose job is to protect and look after a person or place

Ex: They installed security cameras and hired guards to protect their warehouse from theft .
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diver
[noun]

someone who works underwater

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owner
[noun]

a person, entity, or organization that possesses, controls, or has legal rights to something

Ex: The software owner is responsible for maintaining and updating the application .
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porter
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someone whose job is carrying people's baggage, particularly at airports, hotels, etc.

Ex: The experienced porter handled a constant stream of luggage with ease during the busy holiday season .
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postman
[noun]

a person, often a man, who is employed to deliver mail and packages to people's homes or other locations

Ex: After the rainstorm , the postman continued his rounds despite the wet conditions .
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president
[noun]

the leader of a country that has no king or queen

Ex: The president's term in office lasts for four years .
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professor
[noun]

an experienced teacher at a university or college who specializes in a particular subject and often conducts research

Ex: The students waited for the professor to start the lecture .
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someone who protects something such as a building, etc.

Ex: The security guard conducted regular inspections to make sure all security measures were in place .
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sailor
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a person who is a member of a ship's crew

Ex: He learned navigation skills to become a skilled sailor.
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someone who buys tickets, arranges tours, books hotels, etc. for travelers as their job

Ex: The travel agent recommended several destinations based on their interests and budget .
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collector
[noun]

someone who gathers things, as a job or hobby

Ex: The antique collector spent years scouring flea markets and estate sales to find rare and valuable artifacts for their collection .
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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
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