Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (1)

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

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to show up [verb]

to arrive at an event or appointment where one is expected

Ex: The team captain consistently shows up for practice , setting an example for others .

presentation [noun]

a visual or oral communication delivered to an audience, often using slides or other aids, to inform or persuade

Ex:

housing development [noun]

an area where multiple residential buildings, such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, are constructed to create a new community or neighborhood

Ex: Developers are working on a sustainable housing development that incorporates green building practices and energy-efficient technologies .

to plan [verb]

to design or create a blueprint, layout, or diagram for a project or undertaking

Ex: The engineer plans the bridge 's design using complex diagrams and calculations .

outskirts [noun]

the outer areas or parts of a city or town

Ex: As the city expanded , the outskirts became increasingly populated , leading to the development of new schools and parks to accommodate the growing community .

communications [noun]

the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.)

development [noun]

a piece of land that new buildings are being built or are planned to be built, often with the purpose of urban expansion or improvement

Ex: Residents protested against the high-rise development that would change the character of their neighborhood .

brief [adjective]

concise and to the point

Ex: The instructions were brief , making them easy to follow .

overview [noun]

a broad, general summary that covers the main aspects or features of a subject

Ex: Before the meeting , we were given an overview of the project 's goals and timeline .

to select [verb]

to choose someone or something from a group of people or things

Ex: Last week , the jury selected a foreperson to lead the deliberations .

particular [adjective]

distinctive among others that are of the same general classification

Ex: She is dedicated to a particular area of research within the medical field .

site [noun]

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

Ex:

at present [adverb]

at the current moment or during the existing time

Ex: The website is experiencing technical issues at present ; please try again later .

land [noun]

the earth's surface where it is not under water

Ex: The explorer crossed vast stretches of barren land in search of a lost city .

industrial [adjective]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

Ex: Environmental regulations aim to mitigate the impact of industrial activities on air and water quality .

center [noun]

a specific location or facility where a particular activity, function, or purpose is focused

Ex:

demand [noun]

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

Ex:

housing [noun]

buildings in which people live, including their condition, prices, or types

Ex: Many families struggle to find suitable housing .

employee [noun]

someone who is paid by another to work for them

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

region [noun]

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

Ex: The Middle East is a geopolitically significant region , characterized by diverse cultures , religions , and political landscapes .

to commute [verb]

to regularly travel to one's place of work and home by different means

Ex: Living in the suburbs , they have to commute by car .

drive [noun]

a trip or journey taken in a vehicle, typically an automobile

Ex: She enjoys a morning drive before work to clear her mind .

convenient [adjective]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

Ex: It was convenient that the train arrived just as I reached the station .

major [adjective]

serious and of great importance

Ex: The major breakthrough in medical research led to the development of a new treatment .

criteria [noun]

the guidelines or principles that help decide whether something meets a specific expectation or requirement

Ex: The criteria for admission to the university are strict and require high test scores .

secondary school [noun]

the school for young people, usually between the ages of 11 to 16 or 18 in the UK

Ex: The curriculum in secondary school typically includes a mix of core subjects , such as mathematics , science , and literature , along with elective courses that allow students to explore their passions .

drawback [noun]

a disadvantage or the feature of a situation that makes it unacceptable

Ex: While the plan has many benefits , the drawback is its high cost .

steep [adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: The steep driveway made it difficult for cars to climb in icy conditions .

slope [noun]

an area of land or surface that is higher at one end or side than another

Ex: Skiers enjoy the challenging slopes of the alpine resort during the winter season .

to [take] account of {sth} [phrase]

to consider all the known facts and details before making a final decision

Ex: When planning the event , they need to take account of the weather forecast .

feedback [noun]

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

Ex: Customer feedback is essential for improving product quality .

wide [adjective]

encompassing a broad, varied range of people, items, situations, content, or subjects

Ex: The conference covered a wide range of topics , including climate change , technology advancements , and social justice .

accommodation [noun]

a place where people live, stay, or work in

Ex: The university provides accommodation for students in dormitories and off-campus housing options .

countryside [noun]

the area with farms, fields, and trees, that is outside cities and towns

Ex: They rented a cottage in the countryside for a weekend getaway .

particularly [adverb]

to a degree that is higher than usual

Ex: She found the last chapter of the book particularly moving .

to please [verb]

to make someone satisfied or happy

Ex: The artist painted a beautiful portrait to please her client .

layout [noun]

the specific way by which a building, book page, garden, etc. is arranged

Ex: She sketched out the layout of her garden , carefully planning the placement of flowers , shrubs , and pathways .

majority [noun]

the larger part or number of a given set or group

Ex: The majority of the class agreed on extending the deadline for the assignment .

generally [adverb]

in a way that is true in most cases

Ex: She 's generally punctual , though today she 's late .

impression [noun]

an opinion or feeling that one has about someone or something, particularly one formed unconsciously

Ex: He had the impression that the meeting went well , despite the lack of feedback .

to blend in [verb]

to match well with the environment and become a part of the surroundings

Ex: The new employee tried to blend in with the company culture from the start .

feature [noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: This software update includes a new security feature designed to protect user data .

landscape [noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail .

provision [noun]

an agreed-upon condition or requirement outlined in an agreement, law, or document

Ex: The agreement ’s provision for dispute resolution was clear and detailed .

wildlife [noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The jungle is teeming with wildlife , from insects to large mammals .

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)