Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 1

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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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 .

domestic [adjective]

relating to or belonging to the home, household, or family life

Ex: They hired help to manage domestic affairs .

flat [noun]

a place with a few rooms in which people live, normally part of a building with other such places on each floor

Ex:

package [noun]

a set of things that are offered or sold together as one single unit

Ex: The holiday package includes flights and hotel stays .

thorough [adjective]

doing something completely and comprehensively without leaving out any important details

Ex: He provided a thorough explanation of the topic , covering all key points in detail .

to polish [verb]

to rub the surface of something, often using a brush or a piece of cloth, to make it bright, smooth, and shiny

Ex: The shoeshiner polished the gentleman 's leather shoes .

hardly ever [adverb]

in a manner that almost does not occur or happen

Ex: He hardly ever arrives late to meetings .

to iron [verb]

to use a heated appliance to straighten and smooth wrinkles and creases from fabric

Ex: He irons his pants carefully to make sure they are wrinkle-free .

to wipe out [verb]

to entirely remove something

Ex:

grubby [adjective]

thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot

pressure washer [noun]

a machine that uses high-pressure water spray to remove dirt, grime, and other types of stubborn stains from surfaces

Ex: After the rain , I took out the pressure washer to wash off the mud from my car .

maintenance [noun]

the act of keeping something in good condition or proper working condition

Ex: Poor maintenance led to serious equipment failure .

plumber [noun]

someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber installed new pipes during the renovation of the bathroom .

in a hurry [adverb]

in a quick manner due to having little time

Ex: She left in a hurry , forgetting her keys on the table .

to [put] {sb} in touch with {sb} [phrase]

to provide someone with the contact information of another person such as their phone number, E-mail, or address

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reliable [adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: Despite challenges , the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations .

straight away [adverb]

without any delay

Ex: She called me straight away when she got the news .

electrician [noun]

someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

Ex: The electrician tested the electrical system to ensure it met safety standards .

contact [noun]

an individual with whom one has established a professional or personal relationship, typically for the purpose of obtaining information, assistance, etc.

Ex: Networking events are a great way to establish new contacts and expand your professional circle .

to [bear] in mind [phrase]

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: As you make travel plans , bear in mind that the weather might affect your itinerary .

to apply [verb]

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

Ex: She decided to apply for the scholarship to support her education .

to undergo [verb]

to experience or endure a process, change, or event

Ex: As part of the research study , participants had to undergo various tests and assessments .

security check [noun]

an examination of a person or thing to ensure safety and prevent harm

Ex: She placed her bag on the conveyor belt during the security check .

criminal [adjective]

related to or involving illegal activities

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background [noun]

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

Ex: His background in social work inspired him to start a nonprofit organization .

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 .

suitable [adjective]

appropriate for a certain situation or purpose

Ex: They needed to find a suitable venue for the conference .

to monitor [verb]

to carefully check the quality, activity, or changes of something or someone for a period of time

Ex: The technician is currently monitoring the system for any potential issues .

client [noun]

a person or organization that pays for the services of a company or recommendations of a professional

Ex: The software company prides itself on delivering tailored solutions to its clients .

to pick up [verb]

to notice something, such as a sense, sign, etc.

Ex: My dog picked up the scent of another animal in the backyard .

Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1	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	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3
Test 2 - Listening - Part 4	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	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	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