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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

arithmetic

IPA: /əˈrɪθmətɪk/

KK: /əˈrɪθmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of mathematics that deals with numbers and basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Example: In school, we learned about arithmetic and how to solve simple math problems.

noun

Definition: A branch of mathematics that focuses on the basic operations of numbers, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Example: In school, we learn arithmetic to help us solve everyday math problems.

arm

IPA: /ɑrm/

KK: /ɑrm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To get ready for a fight or to equip oneself with weapons.

Example: The soldiers will arm before the battle begins.

noun

Definition: A part of the body that connects the shoulder to the hand, used for lifting, holding, and moving things.

Example: She raised her arm to ask a question in class.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide someone or something with weapons or tools needed for a specific purpose.

Example: The soldiers were armed with the latest technology for their mission.

around

IPA: /əˈraʊnd/

KK: /əˈraʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Existing or present in a particular place or situation.

Example: Is the manager around to help us with our questions?

adverb

Definition: In various directions or in a circular motion; approximately or about something.

Example: The children ran around the playground happily.

preposition

Definition: In a position that encircles or surrounds something, or in the vicinity of a place.

Example: The children ran around the playground happily.

arrival

IPA: /əˈraɪvəl/

KK: /əˈraɪvəl/

noun

Definition: The act of coming to a place or the moment when someone or something reaches a destination.

Example: The arrival of the train was delayed due to bad weather.

arrive

IPA: /əˈraɪv/

KK: /əˈraɪv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To reach a place or destination after traveling.

Example: We will arrive at the airport by noon.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

ask

IPA: /æsk/

KK: /æsk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a request or seek information from someone.

Example: I will ask my teacher for help with my homework.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a request for something or to inquire about something.

Example: She decided to ask her teacher for help with the assignment.

asking

IPA: /ˈæskɪŋ/

KK: /ˈæskɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of making a request or posing a question.

Example: Her asking for help was a sign of strength, not weakness.

verb

Definition: To say something in order to get information or an answer.

Example: She is asking for directions to the nearest bus stop.

assignment

IPA: /əˈsaɪnmənt/

KK: /əˈsaɪnmənt/

noun

Definition: A task or piece of work that someone is given to do, often as part of their job or studies.

Example: The teacher gave us an assignment to complete over the weekend.

assistance

IPA: /əˈsɪstəns/

KK: /əˈsɪstəns/

noun

Definition: Help or support given to someone in need.

Example: She received assistance with her homework from her teacher.

assistant

IPA: /əˈsɪstənt/

KK: /əˈsɪstənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to someone or something that helps or supports another person or thing, often in a secondary role.

Example: The assistant manager helped organize the event smoothly.

noun

Definition: A person who helps or supports someone in their work or tasks.

Example: She works as an assistant in the office, helping with various administrative tasks.

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