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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 5 - 5A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5A in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "rewarding", "paramedic", "solicitor", etc.

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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
job
job
[noun]

the work that we do regularly to earn money

Ex: He enjoys his job because it allows him to be creative. 
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architect
architect
[noun]

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

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
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cleaner
cleaner
[noun]

someone whose job is to clean other people’s houses, offices, etc.

Ex: As a cleaner, he has to arrive at the office early in the morning. 
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dentist
dentist
[noun]

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: I was nervous before my dental appointment, but the dentist made me feel comfortable. 
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engineer
engineer
[noun]

a person who designs, fixes, or builds roads, machines, bridges, etc.

Ex: An engineer's job is to apply scientific principles to solve engineering challenges. 
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farm worker

a person who is employed to perform agricultural tasks such as planting, harvesting, or tending to livestock

Ex: Farm workers often start their day before sunrise. 
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hairdresser

someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: I trust my hairdresser to choose the best look for me. 
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paramedic
paramedic
[noun]

a trained individual who provides emergency medical care to people before taking them to the hospital

Ex: The paramedic arrived at the accident scene and immediately began assessing the injured. 
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pilot
pilot
[noun]

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers. 
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programmer

a person who writes computer programs

Ex: She's a skilled programmer who develops mobile applications for smartphones. 
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receptionist

a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

Ex: I left a message with the receptionist. 
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sales assistant

someone whose job involves helping and selling things to the customers and visitors of a store, etc.

Ex: The sales assistant helped me choose the right size and color for the dress I wanted to buy. 
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solicitor
solicitor
[noun]

(in the UK) a lawyer who is entitled to give legal advice, prepare legal documents for contracts and defend people in lower courts of law

Ex: She consulted a solicitor for advice on buying a house. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: As a dedicated fitness coach, he helped people achieve their health goals. 
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travel agent

someone who buys tickets, arranges tours, books hotels, etc. for travelers as their job

Ex: The travel agent arranged a detailed itinerary for their vacation in Europe. 
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waiter
waiter
[noun]

a man who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

Ex: Our waiter cleared the empty plates from the table. 
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creative
creative
[Adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: I believe you are a creative photographer; you always find beauty in ordinary things. 
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challenging
challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex: Solving the puzzle proved to be challenging, requiring creative thinking and problem-solving skills. 
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repetitive
repetitive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her workout routine was so repetitive that she started losing interest and stopped going to the gym. 
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rewarding
rewarding
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Teaching can be a rewarding profession, as educators witness the growth of their students. 
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stressful
stressful
[Adjective]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

Ex: The workload at her new job was incredibly stressful. 
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tiring
tiring
[Adjective]

(particularly of an acivity) causing a feeling of physical or mental fatigue or exhaustion

Ex: The tiring day of sightseeing left them longing for a good night's sleep. 
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varied
varied
[Adjective]

including or consisting of many different types

Ex: The menu offered a varied selection of dishes from around the world. 
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work
work
[noun]

activity that requires physical or mental effort

Ex: He enjoys the creative work of writing poetry in his spare time. 
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activity
activity
[noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions. 
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to answer
to answer
[Verb]

to say, write, or take action in response to a question or situation

Ex: The job interviewee confidently answered all the questions posed by the interviewer. 
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to be
to be
[Verb]

used when naming, or giving description or information about people, things, or situations

Ex: Today is her birthday. 
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part
part
[noun]

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

Ex: Asking questions is an integral part of gaining knowledge. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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to deal
to deal
[Verb]

to address, discuss, or focus on a particular topic or issue

Ex: The book deals with the impact of technology on society. 
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to earn
to earn
[Verb]

to get money for the job that we do or services that we provide

Ex: Freelancers earn money based on the projects they complete. 
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money
money
[noun]

something that we use to buy and sell goods and services, can be in the form of coins or paper bills

Ex: I really need to save money to buy a new bicycle. 
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to [make] a (phone) call

to use a telephone or other communication device to start a phone conversation with someone

Ex: I need to make a phone call to schedule an appointment with the doctor. 
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on {one's} feet

in good health after a period of illness or injury

Ex: After the surgery, it took him a few days to be back on his feet. 
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to serve
to serve
[Verb]

to offer or present food or drink to someone

Ex: Pour the sauce over the pasta and serve it immediately. 
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customer
customer
[noun]

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

Ex: The customer couldn't find the dress in her size. 
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

Ex: He travels for work and often visits different cities for business meetings. 
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computer
computer
[noun]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

Ex: He upgraded the computer's software for better performance. 
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uniform
uniform
[noun]

the special set of clothes that all members of an organization or a group wear at work, or children wear at a particular school

Ex: The employees at the hotel wear a professional uniform. 
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indoors
indoors
[noun]

the area or space inside a building

Ex: She decorated the indoors with festive lights for the holiday season. 
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outdoors
outdoors
[noun]

the world of nature outside human-built environments, often associated with wilderness, recreation, and open landscapes

Ex: She spends every weekend hiking and camping in the outdoors. 
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child
child
[noun]

a young person who has not reached puberty or adulthood yet

Ex: As parents, we should prioritize the well-being and safety of our children at all times. 
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hour
hour
[noun]

each of the twenty-four time periods that exist in a day and each time period is made up of sixty minutes

Ex: I have a deadline in three hours, so I need to work quickly. 
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gardener
gardener
[noun]

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

Ex: The gardener planted a variety of flowers to create a colorful garden. 
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charity
charity
[noun]

an organization that helps those in need by giving them money, food, etc.

Ex: The charity organized a fundraiser to support homeless shelters. 
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fundraiser

a person who organizes financial contributions for a cause, organization, or event

Ex: The nonprofit hired a professional fundraiser to increase donations. 
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au pair
au pair
[noun]

a young individual, often a woman, who lives abroad with a family to learn the language, and helps in the house and takes care of children for some money

Ex: She traveled abroad to work as an au pair for a family in France. 
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public
public
[Adjective]

connected with the general people or society, especially in contrast to specific groups or elites

Ex: The government implemented new policies to address public health concerns. 
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alone
alone
[Adverb]

without anyone else

Ex: He likes to eat lunch alone and enjoy some quiet time. 
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long
long
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a greater than average height

Ex: He was the longest in his family, towering over his siblings. 
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a lot
a lot
[Adverb]

to a large degree

Ex: Thanks a lot for helping me with the move. 
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to work
to work
[Verb]

to do certain physical or mental activities in order to achieve a result or as a part of our job

Ex: He's been working on his presentation for hours. 
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to use
to use
[Verb]

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

Ex: He is using his phone to take a picture. 
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to wear
to wear
[Verb]

to have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body

Ex: She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party. 
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