Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Business & Employment

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)

to carry out or execute a task, duty, action, or ceremony, often in a formal or official capacity

Ex: The surgeon skillfully performed the delicate heart surgery , ensuring the patient 's well-being .
successful [adjective]

achieving notable recognition, prosperity, or accomplishment in a way that shines or stands out

Ex: His successful leadership resulted in a glittering legacy .
coworker [noun]

someone who works with someone else, having the same job

Ex: She had lunch with her coworkers in the office cafeteria .

a person who offers to do something, often without being asked or without expecting payment

Ex: As a volunteer firefighter , he was always ready to respond to emergencies in his community .

a formal request, usually written, for permission to do something, such as getting a job, studying at a university, etc.

Ex: The deadline for the scholarship application is next week .
to apply [verb]

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

Ex: She decided to apply for the scholarship to support her education .

someone with whom one works

Ex: During the annual company retreat , I had the chance to bond with colleagues from different departments , which helped strengthen our professional network .

an official meeting where a group of people discuss a certain matter, which often continues for days

Ex: The company is hosting a conference to launch its new product line .
contract [noun]

an official agreement between two or more sides that states what each of them has to do

Ex:
crew [noun]

all the people who work on a ship, aircraft, etc.

Ex: The crew on the plane served food and drinks to the passengers .

a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

Ex: Forensic laboratories analyze evidence collected from crime scenes to aid in investigations .
break [noun]

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

Ex: My favorite time of day is the evening break on the balcony .

a part of an organization such as a university, government, etc. that deals with a particular task

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canteen [noun]

a restaurant or cafeteria located in a workplace, such as a factory or school, where employees or students can purchase and eat food

Ex: She bought a sandwich and coffee from the canteen during her break .

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: The construction company needs to employ more workers .

a paid job

Ex: Jane found employment at a local bakery .
diary [noun]

a small, portable notebook used as an organizer to keep track of dates, appointments, and events

Ex: He checked his diary for the meeting time .
full-time [adverb]

for the entire standard duration of work or activity

Ex:
meeting [noun]

an event in which people meet, either in person or online, to talk about something

Ex: Our morning meeting was postponed to the afternoon .
out of work [phrase]

having no job

Ex: The government offers programs to support individuals who are out of work and looking for employment .
career [noun]

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

Ex: After college , he began his career as a software engineer at a tech company .
part time [adjective]

working less hours than what is standard or customary

Ex:

a paid job that often requires a high level of education and training

Ex: His profession as an architect allows him to design and create innovative buildings .
professional [adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The company hired a professional consultant to improve their business operations .

a person being considered for a specific position, role, or opportunity

Ex: He ’s a top candidate for the award .
wage [noun]

money that a person earns, daily or weekly, in exchange for their work

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to quit [verb]

to give up your job, school, etc.

Ex: Many advised her not to quit , but she felt it was right .
to trade [verb]

to buy and sell or exchange items of value

Ex: Countries trade various goods and resources to meet their economic needs .

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: It 's common for people to retire and move to warmer climates .

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

Ex: Her retirement was filled with volunteer work and community activities .

a person who works independently without having a long-term contract with companies

Ex: The freelancer negotiated contracts and rates independently , ensuring fair compensation for their work .

a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

Ex: Many people find fulfillment in pursuing an occupation that aligns with their passions and interests .
unemployed [adjective]

without a job and seeking employment

Ex: After being laid off , he joined the ranks of the unemployed and began searching for new job opportunities .
well-paid [adjective]

(of a job or occupation) providing a high salary or income in comparison to others in the same industry or field

Ex: In some industries , specialized skills or expertise can lead to well-paid consulting opportunities .

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: They decided to set up a foundation for environmental conservation .