Total English - Intermediate - Unit 9 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Reference in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "vacancy", "perk", "stamina", etc.

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Total English - Intermediate
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 .

to give work to someone and pay them

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

an increase in salary or wages that an employee receives from their employer

Ex: He was excited to hear about his pay rise during the annual review .

to move to a higher position or rank

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

a position or job that is available

Ex: The HR department is actively recruiting to fill several vacancies in the sales team .
overtime [noun]

the extra hours a person works at their job

Ex: She rarely does overtime because of her family .
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 .

a letter written by a former employer about a former employee who has applied for a new job, giving information about them

Ex: The company requires at least two references from former employers before making a hiring decision .
self-employed [adjective]

working for oneself rather than for another

Ex: The self-employed graphic designer managed all aspects of his business , from client relations to accounting .

a flexible work schedule in which employees can set their own working hours within a certain framework or range of hours

Ex: Flexitime allows workers to avoid rush-hour traffic .

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 .
annoyed [adjective]

feeling slightly angry or irritated

Ex: She felt annoyed when someone repeatedly interrupted her during the meeting .
annoying [adjective]

causing slight anger

Ex: Dealing with annoying telemarketing calls during dinner became a regular annoyance .
exhausted [adjective]

feeling extremely tired physically or mentally, often due to a lack of sleep

Ex: She felt mentally exhausted after dealing with a challenging project at work .
exhausting [adjective]

causing one to feel very tired and out of energy

Ex: Studying for exams late into the night can be mentally exhausting .
check [noun]

a small piece of paper showing the foods and drinks that we have ordered in a restaurant, cafe, etc. and the amount that we have to pay

Ex: She left her credit card with the waiter to pay the check .
chips [noun]

thin slices of potato that are fried or baked until crispy and eaten as a snack

Ex: He grabbed a handful of chips from the party snack table .
fries [noun]

thin slices of potato that have been cooked in hot oil until they are crispy and golden brown

Ex: He dipped his fries in ketchup .
film [noun]

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

Ex: As part of their film studies course , students analyzed the cinematography and narrative structure of various iconic films .
movie [noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: She downloaded a new movie to watch on her laptop during the flight .
petrol [noun]

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

Ex: The price of petrol has risen significantly this month .
the post [noun]

the official service or system responsible for delivering letters, parcels, and other mail to their intended recipients

Ex: I ’ll be waiting for an important letter in the post this week .

a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again

Ex: The bus driver asked if she needed a single or return ticket .

a journey to a destination and back to the point of departure

Ex: I prefer a round trip because it ’s more convenient .

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

Ex:
subway [noun]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

Ex: The subway map helped me navigate the different lines .
motivated [adjective]

having a strong desire or ambition to achieve a goal or accomplish a task

Ex: The team was highly motivated to win the championship , practicing tirelessly .
motivating [adjective]

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

Ex:
budget [noun]

a specific amount of money set aside for a particular use

Ex: The travel budget covered flights and lodging .

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

Ex: During the business negotiation , the salesperson tried to persuade the client to agree to a favorable deal .

the act of assigning authority or tasks to subordinates to improve efficiency and decision-making

Ex: Proper delegating improves efficiency in the workplace .
fit [adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: My grandfather is in his 70s , but he 's still very fit and active .
flexible [adjective]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

Ex: He is known for being flexible with his schedule , accommodating others needs .
to solve [verb]

to find an answer or solution to a question or problem

Ex: The scientist conducted experiments to solve the scientific question .
stamina [noun]

the mental or physical strength that makes one continue doing something hard for a long time

Ex: Yoga and meditation can help improve mental stamina and focus .
bill [noun]

a piece of printed paper that shows the amount of money a person has to pay for goods or services received

Ex: He left a generous tip with the bill before leaving the restaurant .
motorway [noun]

a very wide road that has no intersections or cross-traffic and is designed for high-speed travel

Ex: There are several service stations along the motorway where drivers can stop for fuel and food .
freeway [noun]

a controlled-access highway that has no intersections or cross-traffic and is designed for high-speed travel

Ex: The exit to the freeway was clearly marked with signs .

a cellular phone or cell phone; ‌a phone without any wires and with access to a cellular radio system that we can carry with us and use anywhere

Ex: Many people use their mobile phones for more than just calling ; they also access the internet and use various apps .

a phone that we can carry with us and use anywhere because it has no wires

Ex: I forgot to bring my cell phone to the meeting .

a document that summarizes a person's academic and work history, often used in job applications or academic pursuits

Ex: