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Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic) - Jobs

Here you will learn some English words about jobs, such as "assistant", "employ", "lawyer", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for Basic IELTS
architect
[noun]

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

Ex: As an architect, he enjoys transforming his clients ' visions into functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces .
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assistant
[noun]

a person who helps someone in their work

Ex: The research assistant helps gather data for the study .
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boss
[noun]

a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there

Ex: She is the boss of a successful tech company .
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someone who works in business, especially at a high level

Ex: She was named the most influential businessperson of the year .
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chemist
[noun]

a scientist who studies chemistry

Ex: The young chemist won a prize for her research .
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detective
[noun]

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

Ex: The police department asked the detective to reveal the identity of the culprit .
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to employ
[Verb]

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: We are planning to employ a gardener to maintain our large yard .
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engineer
[noun]

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

Ex: The engineer oversees the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges .
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a person who teaches a practical skill or sport to someone

Ex: The cooking instructor explained the recipe clearly .
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director
[noun]

a person who manages or is in charge of an activity, department, or organization

Ex: He serves as the director of the museum , curating exhibits and preserving artifacts .
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lawyer
[noun]

a person who practices or studies law, advises people about the law or represents them in court

Ex: During the consultation , the lawyer explained the legal process and what steps she needed to take next .
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a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

Ex: You should ask the receptionist for directions to the conference room .
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to train
[Verb]

to be taught the skills for a particular job or activity through instruction and practice over time

Ex: Right now , the team members are actively training for the upcoming competition .
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adviser
[noun]

someone whose job is to give advice professionally on a particular subject

Ex: The career adviser provided guidance on job searching and resume writing .
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agent
[noun]

a company or person that represents another person or company or manages their affairs

Ex: The agent facilitated the sale of the company 's products to retailers .
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the fact or state of having a regular paid job

Ex: Many graduates struggle to find employment in their field immediately after finishing university .
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marketing
[noun]

the act or process of selling or advertising a product or service, usually including market research

Ex: The team analyzed data to improve their marketing campaign.
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president
[noun]

the head of a company or corporation

Ex: The president's leadership style has been instrumental in the company 's growth and success .
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a paid job that often requires a high level of education and training

Ex: She has been practicing law for over twenty years and is highly respected in her profession.
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to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: Many people look forward to the day they can retire.
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someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Ex: The accountant advised her client on how to optimize their expenses to improve overall profitability .
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analyst
[noun]

a trained individual who evaluates information and data to provide insights and make informed decisions in various fields such as finance, economics, business, technology, etc.

Ex: Market analysts study consumer trends and competitor strategies to advise companies on marketing strategies .
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someone who works for a skilled person for a specific period of time to learn their skills, usually earning a low income

Ex: The bakery hired an apprentice to learn bread-making techniques .
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a person whose job is to study ancient societies using facts, objects, buildings, etc. remaining in excavation sites

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critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The art critic's insightful analysis of the paintings on display helped visitors better understand the artist's techniques and influences.
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a person who starts a business, especially one who takes financial risks

Ex: Many entrepreneurs face significant risks but also have the potential for substantial rewards .
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a person whose job is to help clients rent or buy properties

Ex: They thanked the estate agent for helping them find their dream home .
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freelance
[Adjective]

earning money by working for several different companies rather than being employed by one particular organization

Ex: The freelance web developer was hired to redesign the client’s website on a contract basis.
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a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

Ex: She decided to change her occupation and pursue a career in healthcare to help others improve their well-being .
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the highest-ranking person in a company

Ex: Employees appreciated the CEO's transparency during difficult times.
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Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic)
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