Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 18 Vocabulary List

to take the necessary action regarding someone or something specific

"I will deal with it."

"The manager needs to deal with the customer complaint promptly and professionally to maintain satisfaction."

an act of asking questions to gather information, clarify doubts, or seek answers about a particular topic or issue

"He makes an enquiry about the price."

"The customer's enquiry about the product's warranty was answered promptly by the support team."

a planned meeting with someone, typically at a particular time and place, for a particular purpose

"I have an appointment at three."

"She made an appointment with the doctor because the pain had become impossible to ignore."

to arrange a new time or date for something that was previously set

"Reschedule the appointment for Monday."

"The doctor's office called to reschedule my appointment because the physician had a family emergency."

a large structure of data stored in a computer that makes accessing necessary information easier

"The customer data is stored in a secure database."

"A relational database stores structured information in tables with rows and columns that can be linked using shared key values."

related to the management and organization of tasks, processes, or resources within an organization or system

"Her job is administrative."

"The administrative assistant was responsible for scheduling meetings answering phones and organizing files for the entire department."

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

"In fact I have never been there."

"In fact I have never been there before so I do not know what to expect."

to handle a difficult situation and deal with it successfully

"She learned to cope with anxiety."

"She learned various techniques to cope with stress after attending several mindfulness and meditation workshops."

to communicate with others, particularly while spending time with them

"Children need to interact with peers."

"Teachers should encourage students to interact with each other during group activities to develop social skills and teamwork."

a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

"This job is a great opportunity for her."

"The internship provided an excellent opportunity for her to learn from experienced professionals and make valuable connections in the publishing industry."

a period of time assigned for work

"The library is open for flexible hours."

"The library is open for flexible hours and students can study there late into the night."

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

"Who looks after your dog?"

"The elderly woman needs someone to look after her because she cannot live alone safely anymore."

the route regularly followed by a passenger bus

"The bus route goes through the city center."

"The bus route goes through the city center and then continues to the northern suburbs."

a document that summarizes a person's academic and work history, often used in job applications or academic pursuits

"The candidate submits her curriculum vitae with the application."

"The candidate submits her curriculum vitae with the application and lists her work experience and education."

located or occurring inside something

"The internal organs are vital."

"The doctor explained that the patient's internal organs were functioning well despite the external injuries sustained."

the way a person acts or behaves toward others

"His manner is polite but distant."

"Her calm manner during the crisis reassured everyone that the situation was under control."

taking place or located at the site

"The training is on-site."

"The on-site daycare center allows employees to bring their children to work and the parents can visit them during lunch breaks."

an agency that finds people to fill particular jobs or finds jobs for unemployed people

"The employment agency helps people find jobs."

"The employment agency helps people find jobs and offers free resume writing workshops."

a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

"The receptionist greeted us politely."

"The receptionist asked every visitor to sign the logbook before allowing them to enter the restricted area of the building."

a building where people can take part in various types of indoor sports activities, such as swimming

"The sports center has a swimming pool and a gym."

"The sports center had indoor tennis courts a swimming pool and a fitness gym."

the part of a city where medical facilities are centered

"The medical center has an urgent care clinic."

"The medical center has an urgent care clinic and is open seven days a week."

someone who is receiving medical treatment, particularly in a hospital or from a doctor

"The patient is resting."

"The doctor explained the treatment options to the patient with great care."

in a way that is instant and involves no delay

"You should see a doctor immediately."

"You should see a doctor immediately if you have a high fever and difficulty breathing properly."

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."

the situation, setting, or conditions around a person, activity, or thing that affect how it happens or develops

"The environment is good."

"The quiet environment of the library provided an ideal setting for focused study."

existing within a particular condition or situation

"He is under pressure."

"The negotiations were conducted under extreme duress, with both parties facing significant external pressures."

to think or have an opinion about something

"I reckon it's cold."

"She didn't want to say for sure, but she reckoned that the project would be delayed."

to investigate further based on information or suggestions provided by someone

"The doctor follows up with phone calls."

"The doctor will follow up with the patient next week to see how she is responding to the new medication."

an official agreement between two or more sides that states what each of them has to do

"She signed a three-year contract with the firm."

"The football player signed a three-year contract with his new team worth millions of dollars."

extending or progressing beyond a current point to a greater extent

"We need further information."

"We need further evidence before we can make a decision about whether to approve the project or reject it completely."

a measure of time that equals 15 minutes

"It's a quarter past."

"We have exactly a quarter of an hour left before the presentation begins."

to conclude in a positive outcome

"It will work out well."

"We are confident that all our efforts will eventually work out to our advantage."

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

"The staff were helpful."

"The staff cleaned the room after the meeting and made sure everything was ready for the next group."

to send something, such as an email or letter, that you have received, to someone else

"He forwards the message to others."

"I will forward the email to the appropriate department so they can handle your request quickly."

a letter written by a former employer about a former employee who has applied for a new job, giving information about them

"I need a reference."

"The hiring manager requested a detailed reference from my previous supervisor to assess my performance."

to keep a record of something by regularly documenting updates or details in writing

"Maintain the records."

"It is essential to maintain accurate financial records for tax purposes and future audits."

to go to a place in a vehicle to collect someone who is waiting for one

"Pick up the mail."

"I will pick up the children from school at three o'clock this afternoon."

to ask for information, clarification, or an explanation

"I need to inquire about the price."

"I am writing to inquire about the status of my job application that I submitted three weeks ago."

to find something attractive enough to want to know about it more or keep doing it

"This will interest you."

"The discovery of ancient artifacts will greatly interest archaeologists and historians alike."

a job, role, or function within an organization

"He has a position."

"The company is looking to fill a senior position in their marketing department."