Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic "Test 2 - Listening - Part 1" Vocabulary

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 1 in the Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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reference [noun]

a letter written by a former employer about a former employee who has applied for a new job, giving information about them

Ex: The company requires at least two references from former employers before making a hiring decision .

vacancy [noun]

a position or job that is available

Ex: The HR department is actively recruiting to fill several vacancies in the sales team .

reputation [noun]

the general opinion that the public has about someone or something because of what they did in the past

Ex: The restaurant 's reputation for delicious food and friendly service attracted many new customers .

staff [noun]

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

Ex: Our company is hosting a party for the staff next week .

employee [noun]

someone who is paid by another to work for them

Ex: The employee took a lunch break in the cafeteria .

to suppose [verb]

to think or believe that something is possible or true, without being sure

Ex: I suppose the project will be completed on time if everyone stays on track .

shift [noun]

the period of time when a group of people work during the day or night

Ex: The factory operates in three shifts to keep production going 24 hours .

specific [adjective]

related to or involving only one certain thing

Ex: She gave specific examples to illustrate her point during the presentation .

requirement [noun]

an activity or action that must be performed

Ex: The course has a prerequisite requirement of introductory biology .

to look for [verb]

to try to find something or someone

Ex: She would often look for interesting events to attend in the city .

dynamic [adjective]

characterized by continuous and often rapid change or progress

Ex: Urban life can be very dynamic , with the city landscape constantly evolving and new businesses opening .

keen [adjective]

having a strong enthusiasm, desire, or excitement for something or someone

Ex: He was n’t too keen on attending the party , so he stayed in .

to fit in [verb]

to be socially fit for or belong within a particular group or environment

Ex: It took a while for the new employee to fit in with the team , but eventually , they became close-knit .

to get on with [verb]

to have a good relationship with someone

Ex: They get on with each other like a house on fire .

demanding [adjective]

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

Ex:

equally [adverb]

to the same amount or degree

Ex: She divided her time equally between her family and her career .

to [have] an eye for {sth} [phrase]

to naturally be good at noticing, judging, or appreciating something, particularly a thing's value or a person's talents

Ex:

detail [noun]

a small part or component considered separately from the whole

Ex: The detective noted an important detail that others had overlooked .

to require [verb]

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: To operate the machinery safely , it will require proper training .

certificate [noun]

an official document that states one has successfully passed an exam or completed a course of study

Ex: The certificate program is designed for working professionals looking to enhance their skills .

supervisor [noun]

someone who observes or directs a person or an activity

Ex: The supervisor provided feedback and guidance to improve performance .

familiar [adjective]

easily recognized due to prior contact or involvement, often evoking a sense of comfort or ease

Ex: The song had a familiar melody that brought back memories of happier times .

to involve [verb]

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Ex: The job involves my travelling all over the country .

obviously [adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The traffic light turned red , so obviously , we had to stop the car .

portion [noun]

an amount of food served to one person

Ex: They asked for a smaller portion of dessert to avoid overeating .

procedure [noun]

a particular set of actions conducted in a certain way

Ex: He learned the procedure for conducting the financial audit according to company guidelines .

equipment [noun]

the necessary things that you need for doing a particular activity or job

Ex: The electrician carried a toolbox full of equipment for repairing electrical issues .

to follow [verb]

to act accordingly to someone or something's advice, commands, or instructions

Ex: The soldiers claimed they were just following orders during the mission .

salary [noun]

an amount of money we receive for doing our job, usually monthly

Ex: Her new job offers a higher salary .

unattractive [adjective]

lacking power to arouse interest

to set up [verb]

to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event

Ex: Please set up the venue for the charity event tomorrow .

advantage [noun]

a benefit or gain resulting from something

branch [noun]

a store, office, etc. that belongs to a larger business, organization, etc. and is representing it in a certain area

Ex: The company 's branch in New York handles all the east coast operations and customer service inquiries .

chef [noun]

a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

Ex: The restaurant ’s head chef is known for his innovative dishes that blend traditional flavors with modern techniques .

position [noun]

a job, role, or function within an organization

Ex:

sous-chef [noun]

a cook who ranks second after the head chef in a professional restaurant

senior [adjective]

having a higher status or rank than someone else within an organization, profession, or hierarchy

Ex: Senior members of the team were responsible for making strategic decisions and guiding junior colleagues .

responsible [adjective]

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

Ex: The company is responsible for maintaining safety standards in the workplace .

stock [noun]

a supply of something available for future use

to sort out [verb]

to put or organize things in a tidy or systematic way

Ex: He began to sort out the files on his computer to create a more efficient digital workspace .

delivery [noun]

an item or package that is brought to a person or place, often as part of a service or order

Ex: The delivery arrived intact , with no damage to the items inside .

fairly [adverb]

more than average, but not too much

Ex: She is fairly good at playing the piano .

straightforward [adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: The process for renewing your driver 's license is straightforward ; you just need to fill out a form and pay a fee .

to [get] the hang of {sth} [phrase]

to learn how something works or how to use it

Ex: It 's a bit tricky , but you 'll get the hang of parallel parking with practice .

alongside [preposition]

in collaboration or cooperation with

Ex: The company 's marketing department worked alongside the design team to launch a successful advertising campaign .

worth [adjective]

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

Ex: The investment in renewable energy sources is worth pursuing for its long-term environmental benefits .

to sound [verb]

to convey or make a specific impression when read about or when heard

Ex: Your friend 's suggestion for a road trip sounds exciting .

to send off [verb]

to send a letter, document, or package to its intended destination using postal services

Ex:

to maintain [verb]

to make something stay in the same state or condition

Ex: Last month , he maintained the garden by trimming the hedges and watering the plants .

specification [noun]

a detailed description or requirement of something, often outlining its features, standards, or purpose

Ex: The team reviewed the product 's specification before starting the manufacturing process .

qualification [noun]

a certificate, degree, or diploma received after completing a training, course, or exam successfully

Ex: The job requires a qualification in computer science .

Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 (2)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1)
Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 1	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (1)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (2)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 4	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)
Test 3 - Listening - Part 1	Test 3 - Listening - Part 2	Test 3 - Listening - Part 3	Test 3 - Listening - Part 4
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 1	Test 4 - Listening - Part 2
Test 4 - Listening - Part 3	Test 4 - Listening - Part 4	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)