Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 1

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
to rent [verb]

to pay someone to use something such as a car, house, etc. for a period of time

Ex: She will rent a flat until she finds a house to buy .
cottage [noun]

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

Ex: Her grandparents live in a quaint cottage surrounded by gardens .

to consider someone or something when doing or mentioning something

Ex: The teacher asked the students to suggest a book for the class reading assignment , but she already had a classic novel in mind .

the time of the year that visiting a hotel, attraction, etc. is in high demand and the prices are high

I am afraid [sentence]

used to indicate a sense of hesitancy, concern, or regret when communicating with others

Ex: I 'm afraid I have to disagree with your interpretation of the data .

to assign a sum of money to a specific purpose

Ex: Students learn to budget their allowances to manage personal expenses .

a place to stay in for a short period, often with food or other services

Ex: Accommodation options range from hostels to luxury resorts .
herb [noun]

a plant with seeds, leaves, or flowers used for cooking or medicine, such as mint and parsley

Ex: Rosemary is a versatile herb that adds wonderful flavor to roasted meats .
fairly [adverb]

more than average, but not too much

Ex: She is fairly good at playing the piano .
wild [adjective]

(of an animal or plant) living or growing in a natural state, without any human interference

Ex: The dense jungle provides shelter for many wild creatures .
garage [noun]

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

Ex: He decided to convert the garage into a small workshop for his woodworking hobby .
to sleep [verb]

to provide lodging or a place to spend the night for a specified number of people

Ex: The family offered to sleep their friends in the guest room for the weekend .

a type of folding chair designed for outdoor use, typically with a frame of wood or metal and a fabric or canvas seat and back that can be adjusted to recline

Ex: After a long hike , they sat down on the deck chairs to rest and enjoy the view .
patio [noun]

an outdoor area with paved floor belonging to a house used for sitting, relaxing or eating in

Ex: She decorated the patio with potted plants and string lights to create a cozy atmosphere .

to assure or promise that a particular outcome, condition, or benefit will be provided or achieved

Ex: Our store guarantees a full refund within 30 days if you are not satisfied with the product .

a plant grown in a container and used for decorative purposes in indoor spaces

Ex: I bought a new potted plant for my office to help freshen the air .
facility [noun]

services, amenities, buildings, or pieces of equipment provided for people to use

standard [adjective]

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

Ex: The company 's standard warranty covers repairs for up to one year after purchase .
cooker [noun]

an appliance shaped like a box that is used for heating or cooking food by putting food on top or inside the appliance

Ex: He forgot to turn off the cooker after making breakfast .

to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

Ex: Seeing the closed doors , she presumed that the store had already shut for the day .

to want or choose one person or thing instead of another because of liking them more

Ex: He prefers spending his weekends reading a good book rather than going to crowded events .

referring to actions, products, or practices that aim to preserve or protect the natural environment

Ex: Her goal was to create an environmentally friendly garden that supports local wildlife .
heating [noun]

a system that provides a room or building with warmth

Ex: The heating comes on automatically when the temperature drops below 20 degrees .

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating kept every room of the house evenly warm .
to light [verb]

to set something on fire

Ex: He lights the fireplace to warm up the room on a chilly evening .
coal [noun]

a type of fossil fuel, which is black and found in the ground, typically used as a source of energy

Ex: Despite efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources , coal remains an important fuel in many countries due to its abundance and affordability .
cozy [adjective]

(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place

Ex: The restaurant had a cozy , intimate setting that was perfect for our date .
pleasant [adjective]

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Ex: The holiday decorations create a pleasant atmosphere in the town .

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

Ex: Can you mention where you found that interesting article ?
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 .
deposit [noun]

a sum of money that is paid before paying a total amount, particularly when buying something that is expensive

Ex: She placed a deposit on the new smartphone to reserve it until the official release date .

to ensure or safeguard something from the risk of loss

Ex: She secured her future by investing in a retirement savings plan early in her career .
rental [noun]

property that is leased or rented out or let

originally [adverb]

at the initial state, purpose, or condition of something before any changes occurred

Ex: This subway line originally ended at 34th Street before extending downtown .
deadline [noun]

the latest time or date by which something must be completed or submitted

Ex: She missed the deadline for the application , so she could n't be considered .