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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 dedicated her career to advocating for inclusive education for students with disabilities .
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biology
biology
[noun]

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

Ex: Understanding biology is crucial for addressing environmental and health-related challenges .
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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: His passion for chemistry led him to pursue a degree in chemical engineering .
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mathematics

the study of numbers and shapes that involves calculation and description

Ex: We learn about shapes and measurements in our math class.
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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: His fascination with physics led him to pursue research in quantum mechanics .
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political science

a field of study that is concerned with politics and governments

Ex: Political science helps analyze international relations .
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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: We explore the different branches of science, such as chemistry and astronomy .
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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: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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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: He recalled his years at primary school as being filled with fun and learning .
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high school

a secondary school typically including grades 9 through 12

Ex: Guidance counselors in high schools provide essential support to students , helping them navigate academic challenges , college applications , and career planning .
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college
college
[noun]

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

Ex: We have to write a research paper for our college class .
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university

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

Ex: We have access to a state-of-the-art library at the university.
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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: He enrolled in a distance education program to balance his studies with a full-time job .
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full-time
full-time
[Adjective]

done for the usual hours in a working day or week

Ex: She recently started a full-time job at the bank .
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part-time
part-time
[Adjective]

done only for a part of the working hours

Ex: The museum employs several part-time guides during the tourist season .
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training
training
[noun]

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

Ex: Military training prepares soldiers for various combat scenarios.
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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: After completing her PhD , she became a lecturer in modern history .
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student
student
[noun]

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

Ex: They collaborate with other students on group projects .
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trainee
trainee
[noun]

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

Ex: He completed his trainee program and became a full-time employee .
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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: The tutor tailored the lessons to the student 's learning style and pace .
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petrol
petrol
[noun]

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

Ex: The engine requires unleaded petrol for better performance.
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driving licence

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

Ex: She misplaced her driving licence and had to apply for a replacement at the local motor vehicle department .
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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: As the family reached the amusement park , they began looking for a suitable place to park their minivan .
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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: He ran through the red traffic lights and was fined by the police .
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academic
academic
[Adjective]

related to education, particularly higher education

Ex: Writing an academic essay involves synthesizing information from multiple sources and presenting a coherent argument .
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course
course
[noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: The university offers a course in computer programming for beginners .
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to download

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

Ex: You can download the document by clicking the link .
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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: The forum allowed users to share both positive and negative experiences with the product .
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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: The podcast covers politics , culture , and social issues .
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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The conference featured presentations by professional speakers on various topics in the industry .
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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: Behavioral economics studies how emotions and psychology influence financial decisions .
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