Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A person who is learning a skill or trade from a more experienced worker, often through hands-on experience and training.

Example: She started her career as an apprentice in a bakery, learning how to make bread and pastries.

Definition: To take someone on as a learner or beginner in a trade or skill, usually under the guidance of a more experienced person.

Example: The company decided to apprentice several new workers to teach them the necessary skills.

Definition: A period during which a person learns a skill or trade by working for someone who is experienced in that field.

Example: She completed her apprenticeship as a carpenter before starting her own business.

Definition: Someone who is easy to talk to and friendly, making others feel comfortable approaching them.

Example: The teacher was very approachable, always willing to help students with their questions.

Definition: Describing something that has been accepted or officially recognized as satisfactory.

Example: The project received approved status after the review process.

Definition: To have officially accepted or agreed to something after consideration.

Example: The committee approved the new policy after a thorough review.

Definition: Showing that you think something is good or acceptable.

Example: She gave him an approving nod after he finished his presentation.

Definition: To show that you think something is good or acceptable.

Example: The teacher was approving of the student's hard work.

Definition: Almost exact or correct; very similar to something else but not completely accurate.

Example: The approximate cost of the project is around $5,000.

Definition: To come close to something in terms of amount, quality, or degree.

Example: The results of the experiment approximate the expected values closely.

Definition: To come close to or be nearly the same as something; to estimate or calculate a value that is close to the actual amount.

Example: The scientist tried to approximate the results of the experiment based on previous data.

Definition: A result that is close to the exact value but not exactly right, often used in math or estimation.

Example: The approximation of the answer was good enough for our calculations.

Definition: Relating to an estimate or something that is not exact but close to a certain value.

Example: The approximative cost of the project was higher than expected.

Definition: Relating to water; living or growing in water or in areas close to water.

Example: Dolphins are aquatic mammals that live in the ocean.

Definition: A living thing that exists in or near water, such as fish, plants, or other organisms.

Example: Dolphins are fascinating aquatic creatures that live in the ocean.

Definition: Relating to a style that features intricate patterns and designs, often inspired by Islamic art.

Example: The dancer performed an arabesque, showcasing her flexibility and grace.

Definition: A decorative design or pattern that features intricate, interwoven shapes, often inspired by nature, or a ballet position where a dancer stands on one leg with the other leg and arms extended in different directions.

Example: The artist used an arabesque pattern to decorate the walls of the room.