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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
region
region
[noun]

a large area of land or of the world with specific characteristics, which is usually borderless

Ex: The Amazon rainforest is a biodiverse region teeming with unique plant and animal species .
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theme park

a large park, with machines and games that are all related to a single concept, designed for public entertainment

Ex: The new theme park features attractions based on popular movies .
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highlight
highlight
[noun]

the most outstanding, enjoyable or exciting part of something

Ex: Winning the championship was the highlight of his career .
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to found
to found
[Verb]

to create or establish an organization or place, especially by providing the finances

Ex: They found a research institute dedicated to environmental conservation .
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to mark
to mark
[Verb]

to recognize or commemorate a significant occasion by performing a specific action or ritual

Ex: Residents of the village mark the start of the harvest season with a lively festival , featuring music , dance , and traditional rituals .
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footbridge

a bridge designed for pedestrians and cyclists to cross over obstacles, providing a safe and separate pathway for non-motorized transportation

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municipal
municipal
[Adjective]

involving or belonging to the government of a city, town, etc.

Ex: Municipal utilities ensure reliable access to essential services such as water and electricity for residents .
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poplar tree

a tall, fast-growing tree with light wood and often triangular leaves

Ex: Birds often nest in the tall poplar trees.
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authority
authority
[noun]

a person or group that exercises administrative or controlling power over others

Ex: Government authorities intervened in the dispute.
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in terms of
in terms of
[preposition]

referring to or considering a specific aspect or factor

Ex: This car is superior to others in terms of fuel efficiency .
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fundraising

the process or provision of financial aid for something such as a charity or cause, usually through holding special events

Ex: The university alumni association hosts fundraising events to provide scholarships for students in need.
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to attend
to attend
[Verb]

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

Ex: As a professional , it is essential to attend industry conferences for networking opportunities .
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profit
profit
[noun]

the sum of money that is gained after all expenses and taxes are paid

Ex: Without careful budgeting , it 's difficult to achieve consistent profit.
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demonstration

a clear display of how something is done or how it works

Ex: The app includes a video demonstration for first-time users .
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cookery
cookery
[noun]

the skill or activity of preparing food

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venue
venue
[noun]

a location where an event or action takes place, such as a meeting or performance

Ex: They chose a historic venue for their anniversary celebration .
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to look forward to

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

Ex: I am looking forward to the upcoming conference .
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coach
coach
[noun]

a bus with comfortable seats that carries many passengers, used for long journeys

Ex: He preferred traveling by coach for long distances because of the extra legroom .
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barbecue
barbecue
[noun]

an outdoor party during which food, such as meat, fish, etc. is cooked on a metal frame over an open fire

Ex: We 're planning a barbecue in the backyard this weekend with friends and family .
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association

an organization of people who have a common purpose

Ex: Associations often offer workshops and conferences to their members .
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to establish

to start having a formal relationship with a person, group, country, etc.

Ex: The nonprofit organization plans to establish connections with donors to fund their charitable projects .
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to [go] from strength to strength

to become more and more successful with the passage of time

Ex: Since the product launch, the business has gone from strength to strength.
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program
program
[noun]

a set of planned actions or steps to be followed in order to achieve specific goals or complete a task

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chance
chance
[noun]

an opportunity that allows someone to achieve or do something they desire

Ex: The talent show gave her a chance to showcase her singing abilities .
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to label
to label
[Verb]

to stick or put something such as tag or marker, with a little information written on it, on an object

Ex: The manufacturer will label the products with important usage instructions .
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to host
to host
[Verb]

to be the organizer of an event such as a meeting, party, etc. to which people are invited

Ex: Families hosted a neighborhood block party .
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courtyard
courtyard
[noun]

an area with no roof that is partially or completely surrounded by walls, often forming a part of a large building

Ex: The restaurant had an outdoor courtyard where diners could eat under the stars .
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bend
bend
[noun]

a curve in a road, river, etc.

Ex: The road's series of tight bends required careful navigation.
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garden
garden
[noun]

the land that is joined to our house and we can grow plants there

Ex: We often have family gatherings in the garden during summer evenings .
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rectangular
rectangular
[Adjective]

shaped like a rectangle, with four right angles

Ex: The building had large rectangular windows to let in more light .
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to surround

to be around something on all sides

Ex: Trees surrounded the campsite , offering shade and privacy .
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quite
quite
[Adverb]

to a degree that is significant but not extreme

Ex: He found the exam to be quite challenging , but he felt prepared after studying thoroughly .
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temple
temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: He made a pilgrimage to the temple to fulfill a vow made to the deity .
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to fork
to fork
[Verb]

to split into two or more separate paths or divisions

Ex: In the road network , many intersections fork, offering various directions .
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right-hand
right-hand
[Adjective]

located or designed for the right side of a body or something

Ex: The right-hand page of the book has the diagram .
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woods
woods
[noun]

a small area filled with trees and plants

Ex: The woods were filled with the sounds of chirping birds and rustling leaves .
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to raise
to raise
[Verb]

to assemble money or resources, particularly in order to achieve or create something

Ex: She organized a campaign to raise funds for cancer research .
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fund
fund
[noun]

a sum of money that is collected and saved for a particular purpose

Ex: They set up a fund to help flood victims .
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concert
concert
[noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex: The school is hosting a concert to showcase the students ' musical talents .
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to [take] part
to take part
[phrase]

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

Ex: The team was thrilled to take part, despite the challenging competition.
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to eat out

to eat in a restaurant, etc. rather than at one's home

Ex: When traveling , it 's common for tourists to eat out and experience local cuisine .
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market day

a specific day when people gather to buy, sell, or trade goods, often in an open area or town square

Ex: He sets up his pottery stand early every market day.
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band
band
[noun]

a group of musicians and singers playing popular music

Ex: She sings lead vocals in a local indie band that performs at small venues around the city .
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familiar
familiar
[Adjective]

(of a person) thoroughly knowledgeable about something

Ex: He became familiar with the city 's history during his years of research .
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produce
produce
[noun]

products grown or made on a farm, such as fruits, vegetables, etc.

Ex: Fresh produce is essential for a healthy diet .
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stable
stable
[noun]

a building, typically found on a farm, designed to house horses

Ex: During the storm, the horses sought refuge in the stable, finding comfort and safety in their familiar surroundings.
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round
round
[preposition]

throughout a place or area

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car park
car park
[noun]

an area where people can leave their cars or other vehicles for a period of time

Ex: The new office building includes a multi-level car park to accommodate employees and visitors .
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as if
as if
[conjunction]

used to describe a situation or action that appears to be true or happening, but it is not the case, emphasizing that it is hypothetical

Ex: He acted as if he had never met her before , even though they had been friends for years .
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twinning
twinning
[Adjective]

linking two towns, cities, or regions from different countries to promote friendship, cultural exchange, and shared projects

Ex: Twinning relationships often lead to economic collaborations between businesses .
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garden seat

a place to sit that is designed for outdoor use, typically found in gardens, parks, or yards

Ex: The café had pretty mosaic garden seats for customers .
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film show
film show
[noun]

the event of playing a movie for an audience, whether in a theater, outdoors, or another venue

Ex: We organized a film show at the community center to raise money for charity .
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to stroll
to stroll
[Verb]

to walk leisurely or casually, typically without a specific destination or purpose, often for enjoyment or relaxation

Ex: During the weekend , families often stroll around the farmers ' market .
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football club

a physical venue or social space linked to a football team, often including facilities like a bar, meeting area, or event hall where members, fans, or the local community gather

Ex: The football club rents out its hall for birthday parties .
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quiz night

a social event, often held at a pub or club, where teams compete by answering trivia questions across different topics for fun or prizes

Ex: He won a bottle of wine at last week 's quiz night.
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grounds
grounds
[noun]

the land or area surrounding a building, often with gardens, paths, or open spaces, designed for use or decoration

Ex: The monastery grounds include a herb garden and a small pond .
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mobile
mobile
[Adjective]

not fixed and able to move or be moved easily or quickly

Ex: The mobile crane was used to lift heavy objects and transport them across the construction site .
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main entrance

the most commonly used doorway or access point to a building, venue, or enclosed space

Ex: Security checks bags at the main entrance to ensure everyone 's safety .
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disabled
disabled
[Adjective]

relating to or designed for people who have physical, mental, or developmental conditions that may limit their movements, senses, or activities

Ex: He uses a disabled permit to park closer to store entrances .
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adventure playground

a play area where kids play freely with simple materials like wood, tires, and tools, designed for creativity and manageable risk

Ex: Kids built a fort from wooden crates at the adventure playground.
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worth
worth
[Adjective]

important or good enough to be treated or viewed in a particular way

Ex: This book is worth reading for anyone interested in history .
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country
country
[noun]

a style of music that started in the southern United States, often using guitars and other string instruments, and usually tells simple and emotional stories about love, family, or daily life

Ex: This radio station plays mostly country and folk .
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