English File - Advanced - Lesson 1B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 1B in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "repetitive", "workforce", "qualification", etc.

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English File - Advanced
work [noun]

something that we do regularly to earn money

Ex: Sarah 's work as a nurse keeps her busy throughout the week .
challenging [adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex:
repetitive [adjective]

referring to something that involves repeating the same actions or elements multiple times, often leading to boredom or dissatisfaction

Ex: He found the job tasks repetitive and uninspiring , leading him to seek more challenging opportunities .
rewarding [adjective]

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

Ex: Completing a challenging project can be rewarding , as it demonstrates one 's capabilities and skills .
committed [adjective]

willing to give one's energy and time to something because one believes in it

Ex: His committed advocacy for environmental conservation inspires others to take action and protect the planet .
helpful [adjective]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

Ex: The helpful tool improved productivity by simplifying tasks .
experienced [adjective]

possessing enough skill or knowledge in a certain field or job

Ex: The experienced doctor accurately diagnosed the patient 's condition based on years of medical practice .
adaptable [adjective]

able to change and adjust to different conditions and circumstances

Ex: The adaptable design of the modular furniture allows for various configurations to suit different spaces .
passionate [adjective]

showing or having enthusiasm or strong emotions about something one care deeply about

Ex: The passionate chef poured her heart into creating innovative dishes that delighted diners .
monotonous [adjective]

boring because of being the same thing all the time

Ex: The monotonous landscape of the desert seemed to stretch on forever without any notable features .
motivating [adjective]

encouraging action or effort by providing energy, drive, or enthusiasm

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fulfilling [adjective]

bringing a deep sense of satisfaction or happiness

Ex:
tedious [adjective]

boring and repetitive, often causing frustration or weariness due to a lack of variety or interest

Ex: The tedious commute to work in heavy traffic was a daily ordeal for many city dwellers .
dead-end [adjective]

providing no opportunities to improve, advance, or progress

Ex: They grew up in a dead-end town where opportunities were scarce .
high-powered [adjective]

having exceptional strength, influence, or capabilities

Ex: He drives a high-powered sports car that can go from zero to sixty in just a few seconds .
academic [adjective]

related to education, particularly higher education

Ex: Academic institutions offer a variety of courses and programs designed to provide students with a comprehensive education .
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 .
civil [adjective]

related to the citizens of a country

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event [noun]

something special, important, and known that takes place at a particular time or place such as a festival or Valentin's Day

Ex: The wedding was the most memorable event of the year , bringing together friends and family from all over the world .
fast [adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: She had a fast typing speed , finishing her work in no time .
job [noun]

the work that we do regularly to earn money

Ex:
hunting [noun]

the act of searching for a thing or person

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ladder [noun]

a piece of equipment with a set of steps that are connected to two long bars, used for climbing up and down a height

Ex: The firefighter quickly climbed the ladder to rescue the cat stuck in the tree .
manager [noun]

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

Ex: Sarah was promoted to manager of the marketing department .
to move [verb]

to change your position or location

Ex: The cat moved swiftly across the room .

a skill or personal quality that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity

Ex: His leadership qualifications made him the perfect candidate for the role of team manager .
servant [noun]

a person who does the housework as a job

Ex: In Victorian times , many wealthy families had servants to cook and clean for them .
track [noun]

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

Ex: Explorers often rely on these worn tracks to navigate dense forests or remote wilderness areas , trusting in the wisdom of those who trod before them .

the quality or fact of being a mother to a child or children

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the quality or fact of being a father to a child or children

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sick [adjective]

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

Ex: My father was so sick that he could n't even get out of bed .
compassionate [adjective]

showing kindness and understanding toward others, especially during times of difficulty or suffering

Ex: In times of crisis , it 's essential to have compassionate leaders who understand and address the needs of the community .
unpaid [adjective]

not yet given the money that was promised in exchange for something

Ex: He volunteered for an unpaid position at the local charity to gain experience in nonprofit work .

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

Ex: The freelance writer enjoys the freedom to work from anywhere , often completing assignments for various international clients .
permanent [adjective]

continuing to exist all the time, without significant changes

Ex: They moved into a permanent home after years of traveling from place to place .
temporary [adjective]

existing for a limited time

Ex: She lived in a temporary apartment until she found a permanent home .
full [adjective]

having no space left

Ex: The parking lot was full , forcing us to find parking on a nearby street .
time [noun]

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

Ex: It 's important to manage your time wisely .
part-time [adjective]

done only for a part of the working hours

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the specific moment when an event or action is scheduled to begin or take place

Ex: Tomorrow will be zero hour for the negotiations ; we must be well-prepared .
same [adjective]

like another thing or person in every way

Ex: They both have the same taste in music .
different [adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: She tried different hairstyles to change her look .

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 .
coworker [noun]

someone who works with someone else, having the same job

Ex: She had lunch with her coworkers in the office cafeteria .
to quit [verb]

to give up your job, school, etc.

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

to officially announce one's departure from a job, position, etc.

Ex: They resigned from the board of directors due to conflicts of interest .
staff [noun]

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

Ex: Our company is hosting a party for the staff next week .

all the individuals who work in a particular company, industry, country, etc.

Ex: Training programs were implemented to improve the skills of the existing workforce .

to dismiss employees due to financial difficulties or reduced workload

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redundant [adjective]

surpassing what is needed or required, and so, no longer of use

Ex: The old equipment became redundant after the new system was installed .
out of work [phrase]

having no job

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

at or to a certain distance away in physical space

Ex: The enemy camp was positioned a few hundred yards off .
fired [adjective]

forced to leave one's job

Ex:
to sack [verb]

to dismiss someone from their job

Ex: Managers frequently sack underperforming staff to maintain a high standard of work .
to get [verb]

to receive or come to have something

Ex: They got an invitation to the exclusive event .

to move to a higher position or rank

Ex: He was promoted to vice president of sales for his outstanding performance .
pay [noun]

the money that is paid to someone for doing their job

Ex: Many workers protested for better pay and conditions .
rise [noun]

an increase in something's number, amount, size, power, or value

Ex: The rise in demand for electric cars is reshaping the automotive industry .
skill [noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The chef 's skill in culinary arts resulted in mouthwatering dishes .
to hire [verb]

to pay someone to do a job

Ex: They will hire a chef for the upcoming event .

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: The construction company needs to employ more workers .
benefit [noun]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

Ex: The new policy offers several benefits to low-income families .
perk [noun]

an extra benefit that one receives in addition to one's salary due to one's job

Ex: As a senior executive , he enjoys many perks , such as a company car and exclusive travel opportunities .