Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Community, Living & Infrastructure

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)

the study or art of building and designing houses

Ex: Many students choose to study architecture to learn how to design buildings that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing .

a group of people who live in the same area

Ex: Our community holds regular meetings to discuss neighborhood issues .
consumer [noun]

someone who buys and uses services or goods

Ex: The new smartphone model received positive reviews from consumers .

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: Urban lifestyle often involves fast-paced living with access to numerous amenities .
lighting [noun]

the amount, quality, and distribution of light in a given space

Ex: The theater 's dramatic lighting enhanced the mood of the performance .

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

Ex: Poor maintenance led to serious equipment failure .
mall [noun]

‌a large building or enclosed area, where many stores are placed

Ex: They opened a gourmet food court in the center of the mall .

an area or district of a town or city that forms a community

Ex: The neighborhood we moved to is renowned for its excellent schools .
property [noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: He invested in rental properties as a source of passive income .
resident [noun]

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

Ex: Residents of the neighborhood formed a community watch program to improve safety .
suburb [noun]

a residential area outside a city

Ex: Many commuters prefer living in the suburb , as it allows them to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still being close enough to work .
suburban [adjective]

characteristic of or relating to a residential area outside a city or town

Ex:

a large number of bikes, cars, buses, etc. that are waiting in lines behind each other which move very slowly

Ex: The traffic jam stretched for miles , causing frustration among drivers .
urban [adjective]

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

Ex: Urban sociology explores how people interact within city environments .
landlord [noun]

a person or a company who rents a room, house, building, etc. to someone else

Ex: My landlord visits once a month to collect the rent .
landlady [noun]

a woman who makes her property such as a house, building, or piece of land, available for people to rent

Ex: Our landlady is very kind and always quick to fix any issues .

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

Ex: Many families create a chore chart to ensure that everyone shares the responsibility for housework .
access [noun]

the right or opportunity to use something or benefit from it

Ex: Citizens have access to healthcare services through government-funded programs .