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Basic Nouns - Jobs

Here you will learn some English nouns related to jobs such as "chef", "pilot", and "librarian".

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doctor
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someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: We have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow morning for a check-up .
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teacher
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someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: To enhance our learning experience , our teacher organized a field trip to the museum .
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engineer
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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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nurse
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someone who has been trained to care for injured or sick people, particularly in a hospital

Ex: The nurse kindly explained the procedure to me and helped me feel at ease .
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chef
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a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

Ex: He admired the chef's ability to turn simple ingredients into extraordinary meals that delighted everyone at the table .
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artist
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someone who creates drawings, sculptures, paintings, etc. either as their job or hobby

Ex: The street artist was drawing portraits for passersby .
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lawyer
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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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dentist
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someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: The dentist took an X-ray of my teeth to check for any underlying issues .
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someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

Ex: The community honored the firefighters for their bravery and dedication during a wildfire .
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pilot
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someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: The pilot checked the aircraft before the long-haul flight .
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a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

Ex: The role of a pharmacist is vital in healthcare .
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mechanic
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a person whose job is repairing and maintaining motor vehicles and machinery

Ex: The local mechanic shop offers affordable and reliable services .
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plumber
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someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber provided advice on how to prevent future plumbing problems .
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carpenter
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someone who works with wooden objects as a job

Ex: She hired a carpenter to fix the damaged wooden deck in her backyard .
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architect
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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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scientist
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someone whose job or education is about science

Ex: Some of the world 's most important discoveries were made by scientists.
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a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

Ex: The psychologist emphasized the importance of self-care and mindfulness practices during therapy sessions .
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someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: The journalist spent months researching for his article .
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musician
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someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

Ex: The young musician won a scholarship to a prestigious music school .
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actor
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someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The talented actor effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters , from a hero to a villain .
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farmer
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someone who has a farm or manages a farm

Ex: The farmer wakes up early to milk the cows .
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designer
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someone whose job is to plan and draw how something will look or work before it is made, such as furniture, tools, etc.

Ex: This furniture was crafted by a renowned designer.
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someone whose hobby or job is taking photographs

Ex: She hired a photographer to take family portraits for their holiday cards .
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a person whose job is selling goods

Ex: He asked the salesperson about the warranty for the TV .
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someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: The hairdresser is always busy on Saturdays .
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a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: He pursued advanced training in exotic animal medicine to become a zoo veterinarian.
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gardener
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a person whose job is to take care of plants in a garden

Ex: They consulted with a gardener to choose the right plants for their climate and soil type .
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banker
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a person who possesses or has a high rank in a bank or any other financial institution

Ex: Bankers are responsible for ensuring compliance with banking regulations and maintaining the financial health of the institution .
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someone whose job is to change written or spoken words from one language to another

Ex: She 's studying to become a medical translator to assist with patient communication .
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librarian
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someone who is in charge of a library or works in it

Ex: The librarian’s knowledge of various genres helped them find the perfect book for her book club .
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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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biologist
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(biology) a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

Ex: The biologist worked in the lab to conduct experiments on how certain bacteria affect the human immune system .
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a professional whose job is examining people's eyes and telling them what type of glasses they should wear

Ex: As an optometrist, she specializes in diagnosing and treating eye conditions .
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economist
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a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

Ex: The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to the economist for his contributions to game theory .
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someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

Ex: They consulted an electrician to troubleshoot the issue with the flickering lights .
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welder
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a person who joins pieces of metal by welding them together

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barista
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someone who specializes in making and serving coffee-based beverages in cafes, coffee shops, and restaurants

Ex: As a barista, she enjoyed experimenting with flavors and creating unique seasonal drinks for her customers .
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miner
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a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

Ex: Coal miners work in dangerous conditions.
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lifeguard
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someone who is employed at a beach or swimming pool to keep watch and save swimmers from drowning

Ex: The lifeguard performed CPR on the unconscious swimmer until paramedics arrived .
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server
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someone whose job is to serve meals to customers in a restaurant

Ex: We gave the server a good tip after dinner .
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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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someone whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: With a flashlight in hand , the police officer searched for clues at the crime scene .
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coach
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someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: Under the guidance of their coach, the badminton team improved tremendously .
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chemist
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a scientist who studies chemistry

Ex: The young chemist won a prize for her research .
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bartender
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a person who serves drinks behind a bar, typically in a bar, restaurant, or other establishment

Ex: The bartender recommended a local craft beer to the tourists visiting from out of town .
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astronaut
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someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He wrote a memoir detailing his experiences as an astronaut, including his spacewalks and scientific research .
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someone who studies a subject carefully and carries out academic or scientific research

Ex: The researcher traveled to the Amazon for her fieldwork .
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writer
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someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: The writer signed books for her fans at the event .
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singer
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someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: The singer performed her popular songs at the music festival .
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poet
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a person who writes pieces of poetry

Ex: The young poet has won numerous competitions for her evocative poetry .
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director
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a person in charge of a movie or play who gives instructions to the actors and staff

Ex: The director was famous for his meticulous attention to detail .
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judge
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the official in charge of a court who decides on legal matters

Ex: She retired after serving as a judge for over thirty years .
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manager
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someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

Ex: The soccer team 's manager led them to victory in the championship .
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