Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Challenges, Skills & Abilities

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to [take] a risk [phrase]

to decide to do something that may result in something unpleasant or dangerous

Ex: Taking a risk in a relationship can lead to deep emotional connections and personal growth .

challenge [noun]

a difficult and new task that puts one's skill, ability, and determination to the test

Ex: Learning a new language can be a rewarding challenge .

to struggle [verb]

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: She struggled to overcome her fear of public speaking , but with practice and support , she improved .

strength [noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The team 's unity and determination were their greatest strengths in winning the championship .

inexperienced [adjective]

not having practical knowledge, skill, or familiarity in a particular field or activity

Ex: The inexperienced intern struggled to adapt to the fast-paced environment of the company .

talent [noun]

an ability that a person naturally has in doing something well

Ex: The singer 's remarkable talent for hitting high notes amazed the audience .

hopeless [adjective]

unable to do something properly, often without the possibility of improvement

Ex: They are hopeless when it comes to directions .

impressive [adjective]

evoking admiration through quality, skill, or performance

Ex: The athlete delivered an impressive performance , breaking several records during the competition .

fluent [adjective]

able to speak or write clearly and effortlessly

Ex: He became fluent in discussing scientific topics over time .

to specialize [verb]

to have the necessary knowledge, experience, or set of skills in a particular field

Ex: After completing medical school , he decided to specialize in neurology .

humor [noun]

the ability to understand, enjoy, or communicate what is funny or amusing

Ex: The comedian 's humor resonated with the audience .

to pick up [verb]

to acquire a new skill or language through practice and application rather than formal instruction

Ex: She never took a painting class but picked up the skill from watching online tutorials .

skilled [adjective]

having the necessary experience or knowledge to perform well in a particular field

Ex: The skilled surgeon performed the delicate operation with steady hands and precision .

Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
Managing Amounts, Levels & Availability	Body Parts & Senses	Commerce, Money & Value	Challenges, Skills & Abilities
Community, Living & Infrastructure	Control, Responsibility or Change	Damage, Danger or Failure	Adverbs & Adverbial Phrases
Science, Education & Exploration	Creative Arts	Equipment or Objects	Hobbies, Leisure & Social Activities
Emotions & Feelings	Live Events & Performances	Personal Traits & Behaviors	Evaluations & Qualities
Food & Senses	Health & Medical	Law & Crime	Locations & Structures
Individuals & Social Dynamics	Managing & Coping with Situations	Geographical Features & Water Bodies	Natural Phenomena & Human Impact
Style & Personal Presentation	Human Impact, Resources & Sustainability	Thinking, Understanding & Information Processing	Ideas, Planning & Problem Solving
Interpersonal Communication	Relationship Dynamics & Social Conduct	Sports & Fitness	Wildlife
Technology & Computing	Time & Sequence	Media & Content	Movement & Physical Motion
Travel & Adventure	Career & Business Environment	Hiring & Employment Transitions