Unit 2 - Part 1 · Interchange Pre Intermediate Vocabulary List

someone whose job is to take care of a child or children while their parents are away

"The babysitter arrived early."

"The babysitter looked after the children while we were out."

done only for a part of the working hours

"I work part-time."

"The part time cashier worked twenty hours a week while attending community college and studying for her nursing exams in the evenings and on weekends."

the work that we do regularly to earn money

"He found a new job."

"She applied for twenty different jobs online before she finally received a phone call inviting her to come in for an interview at a small marketing firm."

someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

"Professional accountant works."

"The professional accountant prepares accurate financial reports for the company every single month carefully."

a person in charge of paying and receiving money in a hotel, shop, bank, etc.

"The cashier gave me change."

"The cashier scanned the items and smiled."

a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

"The chef prepared a delicious meal."

"The chef prepared a seven course tasting menu that showcased his unique culinary vision and technical skill."

a person who works on a plane to bring passengers meals and take care of them

"The flight attendant smiled."

"The flight attendant helped passengers calmly and professionally during the long international flight."

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

"The musician practiced every day."

"The talented musician played the violin beautifully for a large audience at the concert hall."

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."

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

"The singer performed on stage."

"The singer lost her voice right before the concert but she decided to perform anyway and the crowd loved her."

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

"The food smells delicious."

"We bought enough food for the whole family."

the act of going to a different place, usually a place that is far

"I love to travel."

"Her passion for travel led her to explore diverse cultures and landscapes across the globe."

someone who works with wooden objects as a job

"The carpenter built a shelf."

"The carpenter measured the wooden board twice before cutting it with a saw to ensure that the length was exactly correct for the bookshelf."

a person who prepares and cooks food, especially as their job

"The cook made soup for lunch."

"The cook prepared a delicious three course meal using only fresh ingredients that he bought from the local market."

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

"The dentist cleaned my teeth."

"The dentist examined her teeth with a small mirror and a metal probe before announcing that she had no cavities and her gums looked very healthy."

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

"The doctor was kind."

"The doctor told him to stop smoking and start exercising more because his blood pressure was dangerously high and could cause a heart attack."

a person who designs, fixes, or builds roads, machines, bridges, etc.

"The engineer fixed the bridge."

"The civil engineer inspected the bridge carefully to make sure it was safe for cars trucks to cross after the recent earthquake damaged some of the supports."

someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

"The firefighter arrived quickly."

"The firefighter entered the burning building without hesitation to rescue a trapped child an act of bravery that earned him a medal from the mayor."

a specific area in a building, like a hotel or office, where one checks in, gets help, or asks questions

"Ask at the front desk."

"Please report to the front desk upon your arrival to collect your room key."

someone whose job is to keep records and do the routine tasks in an office, shop, etc.

"The clerk was helpful."

"The store clerk helped the customer find the right size shoe and then went to the stockroom to check if they had other colors available."

a network of information that is accessible to people when they use the internet

"The World Wide Web is huge."

"Since the World Wide Web was invented, people around the globe have been able to share information instantly."

used in questions to ask for information or for someone’s opinion

"What do you want?"

"What he said about the new policy surprised everyone in the room because it was so unexpected."

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

"Do the dishes now."

"What do you want to do this weekend because I am free on both Saturday and Sunday."

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

"She works out every day to maintain fitness."

"Fitness trackers monitored heart rate step count and sleep patterns to encourage healthy habits."

a place where people work, particularly behind a desk

"The office is on the first floor."

"Her office is located on the fifteenth floor with a magnificent view of the river and the old bridge that was built in the nineteenth century."

a person who helps someone in their work

"The assistant helped the doctor during surgery."

"My assistant organized all the files alphabetically so that anyone in the office could find documents without any difficulty."

a teacher who gives lessons privately to one student or a small group

"My tutor is very smart."

"She hired a private tutor to help her son improve his math grades."

someone whose profession is dancing

"She is a dancer."

"The renowned dancer captivated the audience with her elegant performance."

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

"The pilot landed safely."

"The pilot announced that we would experience some turbulence due to a sudden change in weather conditions ahead."

someone whose job is to serve meals to customers in a restaurant

"The server brought food."

"The efficient server ensured all our needs were met promptly throughout the meal."

to direct or influence someone's motivation or behavior

"They will guide us."

"Her extensive experience in the field will undoubtedly guide the new team through the complexities of the project."

someone whose job is to plan and draw how something will look or work before it is made, such as furniture, tools, etc.

"The designer created a new logo."

"The designer created a beautiful logo that perfectly represents the company values of innovation quality and trustworthiness in the market."

a place where people work, particularly behind a desk

"The office is on the first floor."

"Her office is located on the fifteenth floor with a magnificent view of the river and the old bridge that was built in the nineteenth century."

something that we do regularly to earn money

"I have a lot of work to do."

"She goes to work early and returns late."

the act of attending to the needs of others in a professional setting, such as serving food, clearing tables, or assisting guests

"The service was good."

"The hotel is renowned for its impeccable service and attention to detail."

all of the activities, companies, and people that are involved in providing a service or producing goods

"The tech industry is booming."

"The renewable energy industry is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing global demand for sustainable power sources."

movies, television shows, etc. or an activity that is made for people to enjoy

"The circus provided great entertainment for children."

"The shopping mall offers various entertainment options including a cinema an arcade and a bowling alley."

the activity of providing services or products in exchange for money

"His business is doing very well."

"Starting a small business requires careful planning enough capital and a lot of hard work."