Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 16 Vocabulary List

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

"The cottage is charming."

"They rented a cozy cottage nestled in the rolling hills for a peaceful getaway."

to consider someone or something when doing or mentioning something

"I have you in mind."

"When I planned the party, I had all my friends in mind, so I made sure there would be activities that everyone could enjoy together."

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

"The hotel is full in high season."

"Hotel prices are much higher during the high season because many tourists visit the area."

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

"I am afraid not."

"I am afraid the evidence does not support the conclusions drawn in your report."

to assign a sum of money to a specific purpose

"Budget your money wisely."

"You need to budget your monthly expenses carefully so that you do not spend more money than you actually earn."

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

"She used a herb."

"The chef carefully selected fresh herbs from the garden to add a fragrant and flavorful dimension to the dish."

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

"She unfolded the deck chair and sat in the sun."

"He unfolded the canvas deck chair and placed it facing the ocean to watch the sunset."

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

"We eat dinner on the patio."

"They spent the warm summer evening relaxing on the patio with friends."

an area adjacent to farm buildings

"The farmyard is muddy after the rain."

"The farmyard is muddy after the rain and the pigs wallow in the puddles near their pen."

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

"The potted plant needs watering once a week."

"The potted plant was a fiddle leaf fig tree placed in the corner of the living room."

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

"The facility is modern."

"The new sports facility includes an Olympic sized swimming pool and a fully equipped modern gymnasium."

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

"The gas cooker has four burners."

"The gas cooker has four burners and an oven for baking bread and roasting meat."

to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

"I presume you have finished your homework."

"I presume that you have already eaten dinner because it is quite late and the restaurant is closed now."

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

"I prefer tea over coffee."

"Many people prefer to shop online rather than in physical stores because it saves time and effort."

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

"This bag is environmentally friendly."

"This bag is environmentally friendly because it is made from recycled plastic bottles and can be reused."

a system that provides a room or building with warmth

"The central heating keeps the house warm."

"The central heating keeps the house warm and the radiators click as the hot water flows through them."

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

"Central heating warms the house."

"They turned on the central heating when winter started."

to set something on fire

"He lights the candle with a match."

"She used a match to light the candles on the birthday cake for her son."

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

"Coal is used to make energy."

"Many power stations still burn coal to generate electricity for millions of homes."

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

"The room is cozy."

"The cozy cabin had a warm fireplace and soft blankets and they spent the cold winter evening reading books and drinking hot tea together."

a large area of land or of the world with specific characteristics, which is usually borderless

"This region has unique flora."

"The wine region of Bordeaux in France produces some of the most expensive and sought after bottles due to its unique climate and soil composition."

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

"The deadline for the project is Friday."

"The deadline for the project is Friday and the team works overtime to finish on time."

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

"I rent a car."

"We decided to rent a small cottage by the sea for our summer vacation this year."

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

"They found accommodation."

"The hotel offered comfortable accommodation for weary travelers after their long journey."

more than average, but not too much

"The test was fairly easy."

"The test was fairly easy and most students finished it well before the time was up."

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

"The horse is wild."

"The wild horses ran freely across the open plain and no one had ever been able to tame them despite many attempts."

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

"Park your car in the garage."

"His new garage was large enough to comfortably house his collection of vintage automobiles."

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

"The inn will sleep many."

"This large cabin can sleep up to twenty people comfortably during the winter."

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

"I guarantee it."

"The company will guarantee a full refund if the product does not meet your expectations."

an object or installation designed to perform a specific function or provide convenience

"This is a facility."

"The new sports facility includes a swimming pool, gymnasium, and several tennis courts."

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

"The size is standard."

"The standard size for a shipping container is twenty feet long and eight feet wide all over the world."

any heating apparatus

"The stove is hot."

"He adjusted the thermostat on the new heating stove to regulate the room temperature."

bringing enjoyment and happiness

"The day was pleasant."

"They enjoyed a pleasant evening stroll through the park, admiring the blooming flowers and gentle breeze."

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."

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

"Pay the deposit now."

"A substantial deposit is required to secure the booking for the exclusive venue."

to ensure or safeguard something from the risk of loss

"Secure the door."

"It is essential to secure your personal data against potential online threats and breaches."

property that is leased or rented out or let

"The rental of the equipment is expensive."

"The rental of the equipment is expensive and the company charges a daily fee plus a deposit."

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

"Originally, it was blue."

"The document was originally intended to address environmental concerns but was later repurposed."