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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

batter

IPA: /ˈbætər/

KK: /ˈbætər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To hit something many times with a lot of force.

Example: The storm began to batter the coast, causing severe damage.

noun

Definition: A mixture of flour, milk, and eggs used in cooking, often for making cakes or pancakes.

Example: She prepared the batter for the pancakes before heating the skillet.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something repeatedly and with force, often causing damage.

Example: The boxer began to batter his opponent with powerful punches.

beating

IPA: /ˈbiːtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbitɪŋ/

noun

Definition: An act of hitting or striking repeatedly, often resulting in a defeat or setback.

Example: The team suffered a beating in the championship game, losing by a large margin.

beautician

IPA: //bjuˈtɪʃən//

KK: /bjuˈtɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to provide beauty treatments, such as skincare, makeup, and hair care.

Example: She went to the beautician for a facial and manicure before the wedding.

become

IPA: /bɪˈkʌm/

KK: /bɪˈkʌm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change into a different state or condition; to start to be something.

Example: She wants to become a doctor when she grows up.

transitive verb

Definition: To be suitable or appropriate for someone or something; to look good on someone.

Example: That dress really becomes you; it highlights your figure beautifully.

before

IPA: /bɪˈfɔːr/

KK: /bɪˈfɔr/

adjective

Definition: At an earlier time or prior to a certain point.

Example: I always wash my hands before eating.

adverb

Definition: At an earlier time than something else; prior to a specific point in time.

Example: I always wash my hands before eating.

conjunction

Definition: At a time earlier than something else; prior to an event or action.

Example: Please finish your homework before dinner.

preposition

Definition: At an earlier time than something else; prior to.

Example: We need to finish this project before the deadline.

beg

IPA: /bɛɡ/

KK: /bɛg/

intransitive verb

Definition: To ask someone earnestly or humbly for something, often in a desperate manner.

Example: He had to beg for help when he lost his job.

transitive verb

Definition: To ask someone earnestly or humbly for something, often in a way that shows desperation or need.

Example: She begged her parents to let her go to the party.

begin

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪn/

KK: /bɪˈɡɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something; to take the first step in an action or process.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something, such as an action or event.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

beginner

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪnər/

KK: /bɪˈɡɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who is just starting to learn or do something and has little experience in that area.

Example: As a beginner in painting, she took a class to improve her skills.

beginning

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/

KK: /bɪˈgɪnɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: The initial stage or part of something, often referring to the start of an event or process.

Example: In the beginning, everything was simple and straightforward.

noun

Definition: The point in time or space where something starts or originates; the first part of something.

Example: At the beginning of the movie, the main character introduces herself.

behave

IPA: /bɪˈheɪv/

KK: /bɪˈheɪv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To act or conduct oneself in a certain manner, especially in a way that is considered proper or acceptable.

Example: The dog always behaves well when we have guests over.

transitive verb

Definition: To act or conduct oneself in a certain manner, especially in a way that is considered proper or acceptable.

Example: The children were told to behave during the school assembly.

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