Essential vocabulary for this lesson
To complete this lesson, you will need to know the following vocabulary. When you are sure you know all the words, continue to the next page.
| Vocabulary | Description | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| PROMOTION | Advancement to a higher position; the act of encouraging sales or interest | His promotion to manager was announced at the company meeting. |
| BUDGET | A plan for income and expenditure | The budget for the project must be approved before any work begins. |
| RECOGNISE | To notice or identify; to acknowledge | When listening to the IELTS recording, you may need to recognise the voices of specific speakers. |
| INCONVENIENT | Causing difficulty or discomfort; not suitable | Although my boss didn’t say so directly, he implied that my having a holiday then would be inconvenient. |
| GRATEFUL | Feeling thankful or appreciative | I am very grateful for all the support my tutor gave me before the exam. |
| WORTHWHILE | Worth the time, effort, or cost; valuable | Attending the workshop was worthwhile because I learned many useful techniques. |
| INFORM | To give information; to notify | Please inform the office if you will be late submitting your assignment. |
| ENQUIRE | To ask for information; to make an inquiry | Prospective students should enquire about course entry requirements before applying. |