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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 (1)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to [get] {sth} wrong

to understand or do something incorrectly

Ex: I got the answer wrong on the test.
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in case
in case
[conjunction]

used to indicate a precaution for a possible future event

Ex: I 'll jot down the directions in case we lose cell signal during our hike .
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practical
practical
[Adjective]

having a design or use that effectively serves a specific need

Ex: The practical design of the desk made it great for working and studying .
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to sort out

to put or organize things in a tidy or systematic way

Ex: He took a few hours to sort the tools out in the garage for better accessibility.
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to receive

to be given something or to accept something that is sent

Ex: We received an invitation to their wedding .
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front desk

a specific area in a building, like a hotel or office, where one checks in, gets help, or asks questions

Ex: Whenever I have a question about my office building , I know I can always ask the front desk for assistance .
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badge
badge
[noun]

a small item made of metal or plastic with words or a logo on it that a person carries to show their membership in an organization

Ex: The museum curator displayed an antique police officer ’s brass badge from the 19th century in a glass case .
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shopper
shopper
[noun]

someone who goes to shops or online platforms to buy something

Ex: The shopper appreciated the convenience of online shopping , allowing them to compare prices and read reviews from the comfort of their home .
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to take to

to enter or move toward a particular location, often with a sense of purpose or intention

Ex: When they saw the storm clouds moving in , the beachgoers quickly took to their cars to drive to safety .
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coat
coat
[noun]

a piece of clothing with long sleeves, worn outdoors and over other clothes to keep warm or dry

Ex: She wrapped her coat tightly around herself to stay warm .
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rucksack
rucksack
[noun]

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

Ex: She slung her rucksack over her shoulders and set off on the trail .
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locker
locker
[noun]

a small closet that usually has a lock, in which valuable items and belongings could be stored

Ex: He placed his valuables in a locker before heading out .
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whichever
whichever
[pronoun]

used as a placeholder in the sense of any one that or any one of those that

Ex: There are two cafes around here . We can meet at whichever is most convenient for you .
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free
free
[Adjective]

not occupied or in use, and therefore available for someone to use

Ex: The free slots on the calendar were quickly filled by other appointments .
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to lose
to lose
[Verb]

to not know the location of a thing or person and be unable to find it

Ex: They lost their child in the crowded amusement park .
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human resources

(in an organization, company, etc.) a department that is in charge of hiring new employees and training them

Ex: She contacted human resources to ask about her salary increase .
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department

a part of an organization such as a university, government, etc. that deals with a particular task

Ex: The health department issued a warning about the flu outbreak .
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to [take] a note

to write down or record information, typically in a brief or concise form, to remember it or refer to it later

Ex: Please take notes during the lecture for your reference.
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ID card
ID card
[noun]

any official card that shows someone's name, birth date, photograph, etc., proving who they are

Ex: He lost his ID card while traveling , which made it difficult to check into his hotel .
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to come with

(Upper Midwestern US) to accompany or join someone or something

Ex: It 's always more fun to come with friends to events like these .
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to sort out

to resolve a problem or difficulty by finding a solution or answer

Ex: Despite the confusion , the team worked together to sort out the logistical challenges .
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slicer
slicer
[noun]

a machine for cutting; usually with a revolving blade

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office
office
[noun]

a designated room where an individual typically works, often at a desk, to carry out their professional tasks and responsibilities

Ex: They met in the professor 's office to discuss the project details .
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first floor

the level of a house or building that is located directly above the ground level

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couple
couple
[noun]

a small, unspecified number of things or people, usually two or a few

Ex: A couple of students stayed behind to help clean the classroom .
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staircase
staircase
[noun]

a set of stairs inside a building including its surrounding side parts that one can hold on to

Ex: A wooden staircase connected the two levels of the house .
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section
section
[noun]

a specialized division within a large organization

Ex: The training section prepares new employees .
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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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to [get] started

to begin a particular task, activity, or process

Ex: He got started on his essay after dinner last night.
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phone
phone
[noun]

an electronic device used to talk to a person who is at a different location

Ex: Before the advent of smartphones , landline phones were more common .
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double
double
[Adjective]

(of letters and numbers) referring to the same letter or number occurring consecutively, one immediately following the other

Ex: His password included a double " e , " which added an extra layer of security .
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task
task
[noun]

a piece of work for someone to do, especially as an assignment

Ex: The manager delegated the task to her most trusted employee .
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counter
counter
[noun]

a table with a narrow horizontal surface over which goods are put or people are served

Ex: He leaned on the counter while waiting for his coffee .
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sell-by date

the last recommended day for a product to be sold before its quality begins to deteriorate

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label
label
[noun]

a marker attached to an object that gives extra information about it

Ex: He removed the price label from the gift before wrapping it .
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staffroom
staffroom
[noun]

a room in a workplace where employees can take breaks, relax, eat, or talk when they are not working

Ex: A notice about the new policy was posted in the staffroom.
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appointment letter

an official document given by an employer to confirm that a person has been selected for a job and to outline the terms of employment

Ex: The human resources department issued the appointment letter yesterday .
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will do
will do
[sentence]

used to show readiness or agreement to carry out a request, suggestion, or instruction

Ex: "Let me know if you find anything strange.""Will do."
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