Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic

to request and approve the creation of something, like a building, artwork, or equipment

Ex: She commissioned a portrait of her family from a local artist .
heir [noun]

someone who has the legal right to inherit the property, money, or title of a deceased individual

Ex: The king 's only heir to the throne is his daughter , who will succeed him as queen .
council [noun]

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

Ex:

to happen, often unexpectedly

Ex: The error in the report came about due to a miscommunication .
nucleus [noun]

a central or most important group within a larger organization, often responsible for leadership or key decisions

Ex: The nucleus of the project team worked around the clock to meet the deadline .
to grant [verb]

to formally give something, often after careful consideration or approval, especially in a manner that acknowledges its significance or importance

Ex: The judge granted custody of the children to the mother , considering her stable living conditions .

the process of making a piece of land produce more profit by building on it or using its resources for such purpose

Ex: The government 's development project aimed to turn the barren land into a thriving industrial zone .

to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.

Ex: Skilled carpenters were hired to construct custom-made furniture for the luxury hotel .

a person or company that prepares a piece of land for residential or commercial use

Ex: They hired a developer to turn the old factory into loft apartments .
imminent [adjective]

(particularly of something unpleasant) likely to take place in the near future

Ex: The doctor warned the patient of the imminent risk of heart attack if lifestyle changes were not made .

to involve or be about someone or something

Ex: The meeting will concern the new policies in the workplace .
catering [noun]

the business of providing food, beverages, and other related services for events or occasions

facility [noun]

a place or a building is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The community center is a multi-purpose facility offering classes , sports programs , and events .
canteen [noun]

a restaurant or cafeteria located in a workplace, such as a factory or school, where employees or students can purchase and eat food

Ex: She bought a sandwich and coffee from the canteen during her break .
capacity [noun]

the volume or amount that can be contained in a space or container

Ex: The tank reached full capacity during the rainstorm .
pupil [noun]

someone who is receiving education, particularly a schoolchild

Ex: The pupil 's performance in mathematics improved significantly after receiving extra tutoring .
on offer [phrase]

available for people to choose, use, or take

Ex: Many new courses are on offer at the school this year .
point [noun]

a basic element of design that refers to a small, clearly defined location or mark on a surface

Ex: She marked a point on the map to indicate the location of the treasure .
hardly [adverb]

barely at a particular time in the past

Ex: I had hardly finished my sentence when she interrupted .
hall [noun]

a large room or building within a school or university used for assemblies, lectures, performances, or dining

Ex: The university hall was equipped with audiovisual technology for lectures and presentations .
smooth [adjective]

characterized by a continuous and even movement

Ex: She poured the drink with a smooth motion , avoiding any spills .
running [noun]

the state of being active, functioning, or in motion

Ex: The running of the website depends on server stability .
relevant [adjective]

appropriate, important, or connected to the current time, situation, or context, often reflecting modern interests or concerns

Ex: The novel remains relevant decades after its publication , as its themes still resonate today .

to add credit or money to a prepaid phone account to enable continued use of its services

Ex: Can you top up my account with $ 20 for additional data ?

to want to know about something particular

Ex: The detective could n't help but wonder who the mysterious figure in the photograph could be .
storage [noun]

a location, facility or container designed for keeping things safe, secure and organized for future use

Ex: This closet offers ample storage for clothes and shoes .

an extra amount of food that is served with the main course, such as salad

Ex: The side dish of roasted vegetables complemented the main course .
cuisine [noun]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

Ex: She enjoyed trying different types of cuisine while traveling , from Italian to Thai .
to cater [verb]

to provide or deliver what is needed or wanted, often services or goods

Ex:
variety [noun]

a range of things or people with the same general features but different in some details

Ex: The school hosts a variety of extracurricular activities , catering to different interests and talents .

a roster of individuals who are queued or in line for a particular service, opportunity, or item

Ex: The restaurant informed us that there was a waiting list for reservations , but we decided to wait for a table to become available .

to bring pleasure or joy to someone

Ex: The colorful fireworks display delighted spectators on New Year 's Eve .
off-road [adjective]

not paved or prepared for ordinary vehicles or regular street use

Ex:
well-equipped [adjective]

having all the necessary tools, supplies, or features for a specific purpose

Ex: Their gym is well-equipped with the latest machines .

to gradually but consistently strive to achieve something or make something happen

Ex: Work up your skills before taking on complex tasks .

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

Ex: Students are encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities to enrich their school experience .
magnificent [adjective]

extremely impressive and attractive

Ex: Her magnificent smile lit up the room , bringing joy to all those around her .

a large piano with three legs and a horizontal frame and strings, known for its powerful sound and wide range

Ex: He loved the deep , expressive tones that only a grand piano could produce .
(with|in) regard to [preposition]

used to show that the following statement or discussion is about a specific topic, highlighting its importance and relevance

Ex: With regard to your question about the budget , let 's discuss potential allocations .
to queue [verb]

to stand in a line of people waiting to do or buy something

Ex: She is currently queuing at the ticket counter to purchase her train ticket .

a detailed plan of events and activities with the times and dates mentioned

in advance [adverb]

prior to a particular time or event

Ex: Thank you in advance for your help with the project .

to provide someone with suggestion or guidance regarding a specific situation

Ex: I would advise against making any hasty decisions without considering all the consequences .
vegetarian [adjective]

not serving or consisting of meat or fish