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Exam: IB English

biology

IPA: //baɪˈɒlədʒi//

KK: /baɪˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of living things, including their structure, function, growth, and how they interact with their environment.

Example: She decided to major in biology because she loves studying living organisms.

civics

IPA: /ˈsɪvɪks/

KK: /ˈsɪvɪks/

noun

Definition: The study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens and how government works.

Example: In high school, students learn about civics to understand their role in society.

dyslexia

IPA: /dɪsˈlɛk.si.ə/

KK: /dɪsˈlɛk.si.ə/

noun

Definition: A condition that makes it hard for people to read, write, and spell correctly, often due to difficulties in processing language.

Example: Many children with dyslexia may struggle with reading but can excel in other areas.

fee

IPA: /fiː/

KK: /fi/

noun

Definition: An amount of money that is paid for a specific service or privilege, such as tuition or a license.

Example: The school charges a fee for enrollment each semester.

transitive verb

Definition: To pay someone for a service or to give a tip to someone.

Example: I decided to fee the waiter for his excellent service.

interviewer

IPA: /ˈɪntərvjuːər/

KK: /ˈɪntərˌvjuːər/

noun

Definition: A person who asks questions to someone in order to get information, often during a job or media interview.

Example: The interviewer asked me several questions about my previous work experience.

jobholder

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbˌhoʊldər/

KK: /ˈdʒɑbˌhoʊldər/

noun

Definition: A person who is employed and holds a specific job position.

Example: The jobholder was recognized for their outstanding performance at work.

jobname

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbneɪm/

KK: /dʒɑbneɪm/

noun

Definition: A name given to a job in a computer system, used to identify it during processing.

Example: The jobname must be unique to avoid conflicts in the system.

unemployed

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having a job or work, especially when this is not by choice.

Example: After losing his job, he remained unemployed for several months.

noun

Definition: A group of people who do not have jobs and are looking for work.

Example: The government is providing support for the unemployed during the economic crisis.

work

IPA: /wɜːrk/

KK: /wɜrk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to tasks or activities that require effort or labor.

Example: She wore her work clothes to the office every day.

intransitive verb

Definition: To be engaged in a job or activity that requires effort or skill.

Example: She works at a local bakery every weekend.

noun

Definition: A job or employment that someone does to earn money or achieve a goal.

Example: She is looking for work in the marketing field.

transitive verb

Definition: To perform tasks or activities to achieve a result, often involving effort or skill.

Example: She works hard every day to meet her goals.

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