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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
doctor
[noun]

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: I want to become a doctor so I can take care of people's health. 
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teacher
teacher
[noun]

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: I raised my hand to give an answer when the teacher asked a question. 
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engineer
engineer
[noun]

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

Ex: An engineer's job is to apply scientific principles to solve engineering challenges. 
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nurse
nurse
[noun]

someone who has been trained to care for injured or sick people, particularly in a hospital

Ex: I appreciate the hard work and dedication of nurses in keeping us healthy and safe. 
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chef
chef
[noun]

a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious five-course meal for the guests, showcasing his culinary skills. 
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artist
artist
[noun]

someone who creates drawings, sculptures, paintings, etc. either as their job or hobby

Ex: As an artist, he spends a lot of time in his studio. 
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lawyer
lawyer
[noun]

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

Ex: She hired a lawyer to help her navigate the complex legal issues surrounding her business. 
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dentist
dentist
[noun]

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: I was nervous before my dental appointment, but the dentist made me feel comfortable. 
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firefighter

someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

Ex: The firefighter bravely entered the burning building to rescue trapped occupants. 
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pilot
pilot
[noun]

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers. 
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pharmacist

a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

Ex: After graduating from college, she became a licensed pharmacist. 
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mechanic
mechanic
[noun]

a person whose job is repairing and maintaining motor vehicles and machinery

Ex: She took her car to the mechanic to fix the engine problem. 
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plumber
plumber
[noun]

someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber fixed the leaky faucet in the kitchen, stopping the constant drip. 
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carpenter
carpenter
[noun]

someone who works with wooden objects as a job

Ex: He worked with the carpenter to design and install new kitchen cabinets. 
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architect
architect
[noun]

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

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
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scientist
scientist
[noun]

someone whose job or education is about science

Ex: As a scientist, he spends a lot of time in the lab. 
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psychologist

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

Ex: The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression. 
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journalist

someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: A journalist must always verify the facts before writing a story. 
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musician
musician
[noun]

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

Ex: As a musician, he finds inspiration in everyday sounds and rhythms. 
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actor
actor
[noun]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: Acting classes help aspiring actors develop their skills and techniques. 
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farmer
farmer
[noun]

someone who has a farm or manages a farm

Ex: He's a farmer known for his juicy watermelons. 
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designer
designer
[noun]

someone whose job is to plan and draw how something will look or work before it is made, such as furniture, tools, etc.

Ex: As a graphic designer, he creates logos for businesses. 
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photographer

someone whose hobby or job is taking photographs

Ex: She's a talented photographer who specializes in wildlife photography. 
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salesperson

a person whose job is selling goods

Ex: The salesperson helped me choose the perfect laptop for my needs. 
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hairdresser

someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: I trust my hairdresser to choose the best look for me. 
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veterinarian

a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: She's been working as a veterinarian at a local animal clinic for over twenty years. 
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gardener
gardener
[noun]

a person whose job is to take care of plants in a garden

Ex: The gardener planted a variety of flowers to create a colorful garden. 
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banker
banker
[noun]

a person who possesses or has a high rank in a bank or any other financial institution

Ex: As a banker, she oversees the lending operations and financial services offered to clients. 
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translator

someone whose job is to change written or spoken words from one language to another

Ex: She works as a freelance translator, translating documents from English to Spanish. 
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librarian
librarian
[noun]

someone who is in charge of a library or works in it

Ex: The librarian assisted her with finding a specific book for her research project. 
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receptionist

a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

Ex: I left a message with the receptionist. 
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biologist
biologist
[noun]

a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

Ex: The biologist spent years researching the behavior of dolphins in the wild to better understand their social structures. 
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optometrist

a professional whose job is examining people's eyes and telling them what type of glasses they should wear

Ex: The optometrist conducted a thorough eye examination to determine the patient's prescription. 
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economist
economist
[noun]

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

Ex: The economist predicted a downturn in the housing market based on current economic indicators. 
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electrician

someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

Ex: The electrician fixed the faulty wiring that caused the power outage. 
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welder
welder
[noun]

a person who joins pieces of metal by welding them together

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barista
barista
[noun]

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

Ex: The barista greeted each customer with a smile as she prepared their favorite coffee drinks. 
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miner
miner
[noun]

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

Ex: Many miners suffer from lung diseases due to dust exposure. 
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lifeguard
lifeguard
[noun]

someone who is employed at a beach or swimming pool to keep watch and save swimmers from drowning

Ex: The lifeguard quickly responded to the swimmer in distress, pulling him safely to shore. 
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server
server
[noun]

someone whose job is to serve meals to customers in a restaurant

Ex: The server came to our table and took our order. 
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accountant

someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Ex: She decided to become an accountant because she enjoys working with numbers and financial data. 
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police officer

someone whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: The brave police officer rushed to the scene of the accident to provide assistance. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: As a dedicated fitness coach, he helped people achieve their health goals. 
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chemist
chemist
[noun]

a scientist who studies chemistry

Ex: As a chemist, he always wore safety goggles. 
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bartender
bartender
[noun]

a person who serves drinks behind a bar, typically in a bar, restaurant, or other establishment

Ex: The bartender mixed a perfect martini for the customer sitting at the bar. 
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astronaut
astronaut
[noun]

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: She fulfilled her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut and traveled to the International Space Station. 
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researcher

someone who studies a subject carefully and carries out academic or scientific research

Ex: A researcher must be thorough and patient in their work. 
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writer
writer
[noun]

someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: He's a writer who focuses on science fiction. 
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singer
singer
[noun]

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: He's a famous singer known for his rock music. 
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poet
poet
[noun]

a person who writes pieces of poetry

Ex: His favorite part about being a poet is connecting with readers through his words. 
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director
director
[noun]

a person in charge of a movie or play who gives instructions to the actors and staff

Ex: He is working with a well-known director on his next film. 
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judge
judge
[noun]

the official in charge of a court who decides on legal matters

Ex: The judge listened to both sides of the case before making a ruling. 
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manager
manager
[noun]

someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

Ex: As the manager, she conducts weekly meetings with her team. 
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