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Total English - Elementary - Unit 11 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 - Reference in the Total English Elementary coursebook, such as "academic", "traffic lights", "part-time", etc.

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Total English - Elementary
education
education
[noun]

the process that involves teaching and learning, particularly at a school, university, or college

Ex: She pursued higher education by attending a prestigious university. 
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biology
biology
[noun]

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

Ex: She developed a keen interest in biology and decided to pursue a career in medicine. 
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chemistry
chemistry
[noun]

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

Ex: She found the chemistry lesson on chemical reactions absolutely fascinating. 
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mathematics

the study of numbers and shapes that involves calculation and description

Ex: Can you explain this math concept to me? 
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physics
physics
[noun]

the scientific study of matter and energy and the relationships between them, including the study of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

Ex: She excelled in physics, particularly enjoying the lessons on electromagnetism and thermodynamics. 
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political science

a field of study that is concerned with politics and governments

Ex: She is majoring in political science at university. 
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science
science
[noun]

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

Ex: I enjoy conducting experiments and making observations in science class. 
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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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language school

an educational institution or organization that offers courses or programs focused on teaching a specific language or languages

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primary school

the school for young children, usually between the age of 5 to 11 in the UK

Ex: She began teaching at a primary school shortly after completing her education degree. 
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high school

a secondary school typically including grades 9 through 12

Ex: High school is a pivotal time in a teenager's life, as it not only focuses on academic achievement but also on personal growth and social development. 
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college
college
[noun]

an institution that offers higher education or specialized trainings for different professions

Ex: I am excited to start college and pursue my degree. 
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university

an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

Ex: I will graduate from university next year with a degree in psychology. 
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distance education

a learning system in which students and teachers do not attend classes instead use online or broadcast resources

Ex: Many students now prefer distance education because it allows them to study from home and manage their own schedules. 
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full-time
full-time
[Adjective]

done for the usual hours in a working day or week

Ex: After her internship, they offered her a full-time position. 
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part-time
part-time
[Adjective]

done only for a part of the working hours

Ex: He accepted a part-time teaching position at the college. 
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training
training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: The new employees underwent intensive training to learn company policies and procedures. 
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lecturer
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: The lecturer explained the complex theory in simple terms. 
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student
student
[noun]

a person who is studying at a school, university, or college

Ex: Can you introduce yourself to the new student in class? 
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trainee
trainee
[noun]

a person who is being trained for a particular job or profession

Ex: The company hired five new trainees this month. 
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trainer
trainer
[noun]

someone who teaches people or animals to perform better at a particular job or skill

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tutor
tutor
[noun]

a teacher who gives lessons privately to one student or a small group

Ex: She hired a math tutor to help her daughter improve her grades. 
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petrol
petrol
[noun]

a liquid fuel that is used in internal combustion engines such as car engines, etc.

Ex: The car stopped on the highway because it ran out of petrol. 
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driving licence

an official document that shows someone is qualified to drive a motor vehicle

Ex: She finally obtained her driving licence after passing the road test on her first attempt. 
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to park
to park
[Verb]

to move a car, bus, etc. into an empty place and leave it there for a short time

Ex: After circling the block for several minutes, she finally found a spot to park her car. 
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traffic lights

a set of lights, often colored in red, yellow, and green, that control the traffic on a road

Ex: The traffic lights turned red, so all the cars came to a stop. 
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academic
academic
[Adjective]

related to education, particularly higher education

Ex: Pursuing an academic degree requires dedication to studying and researching a specific subject area. 
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course
course
[noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: He completed a photography course to enhance his camera skills. 
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to download

to add data to a computer from the Internet or another computer

Ex: She downloaded the app to keep track of her daily activities. 
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forum
forum
[noun]

a web page or website where people can share their opinions and ideas about a specific subject and respond to other users' comments

Ex: He posted a question on the tech forum to get advice from experts. 
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podcast
podcast
[noun]

a digital audio program that is available for download or streaming on the Internet, typically produced in a series format covering a wide range of topics

Ex: She listens to a history podcast on her way to work. 
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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: She is a professional photographer, specializing in portrait and wedding photography. 
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economics
economics
[noun]

the study of how money, goods, and resources are produced, distributed, and used in a country or society

Ex: He decided to study economics to understand how markets work. 
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