Test 3 - Listening - Part 4 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 16 Vocabulary List

the skill or act of making a piece of clothing from threads of wool, etc. by using a pair of special long thin needles or a knitting machine

"Knitting is calming."

"Knitting helps reduce stress for many people because the repetitive motions have a calming effect similar to meditation or deep breathing exercises."

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

"The garment was tailored."

"This delicate garment must be hand washed in cold water because machine washing would ruin the fabric."

advanced in age

"The woman is elderly."

"The elderly woman needed assistance with grocery shopping and her kind neighbor volunteered to help her every week."

a practice requiring experience and skill, in which objects are made with one's hands

"She loves making craft items."

"Learning a traditional craft like pottery requires a lot of patience, practice, and dedication over many years."

a change toward a smaller, lower, or reduced state

"There has been a decline in sales this month."

"The country experienced economic decline after the global financial crisis hit hard last year badly."

to transfer something to the next generation or another person

"Traditions are passed down through families."

"The valuable antique necklace has been passed down through five generations of women in our family."

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

"Teaching is rewarding."

"Teaching can be a rewarding career because you have the opportunity to make a positive difference in young people's lives."

to start or begin something, often with a sense of urgency or purpose

"Let's get it going."

"We need to get the project going immediately to meet the upcoming deadline."

the sum of money spent

"The initial outlay."

"The project requires a large capital outlay."

the state of being healthy, safe, and feeling content

"The spa promotes health and well-being."

"Her mental well being improved after she started practicing meditation and mindfulness daily."

characterized by a high level of speed, activity, or excitement

"The movie is fast-paced."

"The fast paced action movie kept the audience on the edge of their seats and nobody looked away from the screen."

related to the study or exploration of human history and prehistory through the excavation of artifacts and sites

"The site is archeological."

"The archeological dig uncovered ancient pottery and tools that provided new insights into the lives of early settlers."

used to introduce a statement that is true for one thing and false for another

"He is tall whereas his brother is short."

"My brother loves action movies whereas I prefer romantic comedies and dramas."

a long continuous length of fibers that have been spun together to be used in knitting, weaving, or sewing

"Colorful knitting yarn."

"She bought several balls of colorful yarn to knit a warm sweater for the coming winter."

a device used in spinning that consists of a rotating wheel, a spindle, and a flyer, used to spin fibers

"The spinning wheel spins fiber quickly."

"A spinning wheel spins fibers into yarn mechanically using a wheel driven by foot or hand."

involving a particular region or geographic area

"The dish is regional."

"The regional dialect is different from standard English and uses words that outsiders might not understand."

at the present era, as opposed to the past

"Nowadays many people work from home."

"Nowadays many people work from home instead of going to the office because technology makes it easy and convenient."

to create a mental image or representation

"Picture yourself on a beach."

"Close your eyes and try to picture yourself lying on a warm sandy beach with gentle waves."

comfortable and cozy in a way that gives a sense of being at home

"The house is homely."

"She loved the homely atmosphere of her grandmother's kitchen, filled with the scent of baking."

to completely stop existing or being found

"The ghost will vanish."

"The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat, astonishing the audience."

to create clothing by joining pieces of fabric together using a needle and thread

"Sew a button onto the shirt."

"She learned to sew her own clothes as a teenager because she could not afford to buy expensive designer brands."

indicating the main part, material, or feature of something

"This is based on facts."

"The entire political theory is based upon the fundamental principle of individual liberty."

to begin to be in charge of something, often previously managed by someone else

"She will take over."

"The new CEO is expected to take over the company's operations next month."

people born and living at approximately the same period of time

"A new generation arrives."

"Each generation faces unique challenges and opportunities that shape their perspective on the world."

to try to find a particular thing or person

"I seek help now."

"Many job seekers seek opportunities that align with their long-term career aspirations and personal values."

the act of teaching someone a subject or skill

"She gave instruction."

"The experienced mentor provided clear instruction on effective research methodologies for the postgraduate students."

an overall way in which something is changing or developing

"New trend became popular."

"The trend in sales continued for months."

a symbol that represents any number between 0 and 9

"Write the figure 5."

"She carefully wrote down each figure on the paper, ensuring that the numbers were clear and easy to read."

with little difficulty or trouble

"She readily agreed to help."

"She readily agreed to help because she is always kind and generous with her time and resources."

the activity or art of skillfully using one’s hand to create attractive objects

"Traditional local handicraft."

"She sells traditional handicraft made by local artisans at the weekend market."

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

"Consider all options before deciding."

"Before making a final decision please consider all the possible consequences of your actions carefully."

to be able to pay the cost of something

"She cannot afford a new car now."

"We cannot afford to buy a new car right now because we are saving for a house."

very small in amount or degree, often the smallest possible

"The damage is minimal."

"The minimal amount of rain this summer caused a drought and the farmers lost most of their crops."

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

"She estimates the cost of repairs."

"The contractor estimated that the repairs would cost approximately five thousand dollars and take two weeks to complete."

the parts of the objects and structures from ancient times that have survived destruction and been discovered

"Ancient remains found."

"Archaeologists uncovered numerous artifacts and structural remains from the ancient civilization."

to reveal something by uncovering it

"Do not disclose secrets."

"The company was legally obligated to disclose all relevant financial information to its shareholders."

to shape or create by cutting or sculpting, often using tools or a sharp instrument

"He can carve wood."

"The artist decided to carve intricate patterns into the ancient wooden sculpture."

serving to identify or distinguish something or someone

"Her laugh is characteristic."

"The characteristic smell of fresh bread filled the kitchen and made everyone hungry for dinner."

having an uneven or jagged texture

"The rock is rough."

"The rough surface of the old wooden table needed to be sanded down before they could apply a new coat of paint on top."

extremely thin or slender in form

"It is a fine line."

"The artist used a fine brush to create incredibly delicate details on the miniature portrait."

the state of having superiority over another party in terms of power, knowledge, influence, etc.

"The cat showed dominance."

"His undeniable dominance in the debate gave him a significant advantage over his opponents."

the manufacture of goods using raw materials, particularly in factories

"The industry makes cars."

"The manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in the nation's economy, producing a wide range of goods."

the reason or intention for which something is made, done, or used

"What is the purpose?"

"The stated purpose of the new initiative is to improve public safety throughout the city."

related to sight or vision

"This is a visual guide."

"The visual presentation used many images and diagrams to explain the complex scientific concepts clearly."

the individual characteristics by which a thing or person is recognized or known

"What is your identity?"

"The investigation aimed to uncover the true identity of the anonymous sender."

to put someone or something together with another person or object in a way that shows a connection

"Match the colors."

"The interior designer meticulously selected furniture and decor to match the existing architectural style of the house."

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

"Did he mention the meeting time?"

"The article mentioned several studies that support the claim but did not provide specific details about their methodologies."

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

"I expect you to arrive on time."

"You should expect some delays due to the heavy snow that fell overnight on the highways."

the source or point of beginning of something, such as the historical, cultural, or linguistic roots of a word, concept, or phenomenon

"What is its origin?"

"Determining the precise origin of this ancient custom requires extensive historical research and analysis."

to twist or pull fibers together to form a continuous thread or yarn

"She can spin wool."

"Skilled artisans would spin raw fibers into fine threads using traditional spinning wheels."

something done, made, or controlled by a person using their hands, not by a machine

"It is made by hand."

"The intricate embroidery on the tapestry was entirely a product of skilled hand, not machinery."

a thin, pointed tool used by hand in activities like knitting, crochet, or lace-making to shape or move thread, yarn, or string

"Use the needle here."

"She carefully manipulated the needle to create a complex lace pattern for her gown."

to make a noise by making contact with or striking another object

"The mouse will click."

"He heard a faint click from the electronic device as he pressed the button."