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Vocabulary for IELTS (Academic) - Architecture

Here you will learn some English words about architecture, such as "campus", "abandoned", "outdoors", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for Academic IELTS
campus
campus
[noun]

an area of land in which a university, college, or school, along with all their buildings, are situated

Ex: The campus of the university is spread out over 100 acres of land. 
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cathedral
cathedral
[noun]

the largest and most important church of a specific area, which is controlled by a bishop

Ex: The cathedral is known for its stunning Gothic architecture and intricate stained glass windows. 
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cottage
cottage
[noun]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

Ex: They spent the weekend at a charming cottage by the lake. 
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frame
frame
[noun]

the structure of a building, piece of furniture, vehicle, etc. that supports and shapes it

Ex: The steel frame of the skyscraper was constructed first to ensure its stability. 
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impressive
impressive
[Adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The impressive architecture of the cathedral left visitors in awe of its grandeur and craftsmanship. 
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indoors
indoors
[Adverb]

in or into a building, room, etc.

Ex: Due to the heavy rain, they decided to stay indoors all day. 
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skyscraper

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The city skyline is dominated by a new skyscraper that towers over all the other buildings. 
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plan
plan
[noun]

a drawing of a building, city, etc. that shows its position, size, or shape in details

Ex: The architect presented the plan of the new library to the city council. 
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abandoned
abandoned
[Adjective]

(of a building, car, etc.) left and not needed or used anymore

Ex: The abandoned house was falling apart. 
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aisle
aisle
[noun]

a narrow passage in a theater, train, aircraft, etc. that separates rows of seats

Ex: The flight attendant walked down the aisle of the airplane, serving refreshments to the passengers seated on either side. 
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cellar
cellar
[noun]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

Ex: They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles. 
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to collapse

(of a construction) to fall down suddenly, particularly due to being damaged or weak

Ex: The old building collapsed after years of neglect and structural decay. 
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concrete
concrete
[noun]

a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

Ex: The workers poured concrete to create a sturdy foundation for the house. 
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to construct

to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.

Ex: Engineers and construction workers collaborated to construct a sturdy and safe bridge. 
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contemporary
contemporary
[Adjective]

belonging to the current era

Ex: We studied the contemporary political landscape to understand today's issues. 
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downtown
downtown
[Adverb]

toward or within the central or main business area of a town or city

Ex: They went downtown to explore the new shopping mall. 
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estate
estate
[noun]

a vast area that is the property of an individual, usually with a large house built on it

Ex: The family inherited a beautiful estate with sprawling gardens and a historic mansion. 
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outdoors
outdoors
[Adverb]

not inside a building or enclosed space

Ex: After dinner, we decided to eat dessert outdoors under the stars. 
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external
external
[Adjective]

located on the outer surface of something

Ex: The building’s external walls were insulated to improve energy efficiency. 
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greenhouse

a glass structure used for growing plants in and protecting them from cold weather

Ex: They built a greenhouse to grow vegetables year-round. 
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landmark
landmark
[noun]

a structure or a place that is historically important

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
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property
property
[noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse. 
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to restore

to repair a work of art, building, etc. so that it is in a good condition again

Ex: The museum hired experts to restore the ancient painting to its original beauty. 
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rural
rural
[Adjective]

related to or characteristic of the countryside

Ex: He grew up in a rural village surrounded by farmland and forests. 
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urban
urban
[Adjective]

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

Ex: Urban studies examine the challenges of housing in densely populated areas. 
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spacious
spacious
[Adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The spacious living room had high ceilings and ample natural light. 
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