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Exam: IELTS

listenable

IPA: /ˈlɪsənəbl/

KK: /ˈlɪsənəbl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is pleasant or enjoyable to listen to.

Example: The podcast was so listenable that I finished all the episodes in one day.

listener

IPA: /ˈlɪsənər/

KK: /ˈlɪsənər/

noun

Definition: A person who pays attention to and hears what someone else is saying, especially during a speech or broadcast.

Example: As a good listener, she always makes sure to understand others' feelings.

listenership

IPA: /ˈlɪsənərʃɪp/

KK: /ˈlɪsənərʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The group of people who listen to a particular radio program or station.

Example: The radio station has a large listenership, which helps attract advertisers.

listening

IPA: /ˈlɪsənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈlɪsənɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of hearing or paying attention to sounds.

Example: The listening device helped us hear the conversation clearly.

noun

Definition: The act of paying attention to sounds or someone speaking.

Example: Active listening is an important skill in effective communication.

verb

Definition: The action of paying attention to sounds or someone speaking.

Example: She is listening to her favorite music right now.

listeria

IPA: /lɪˈstɪəriə/

KK: /lɪˈstɪr.i.ə/

noun

Definition: A type of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness, particularly listeriosis, which can be serious for pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.

Example: The outbreak of listeria in the food supply raised concerns about food safety.

listeriosis

IPA: /lɪˌstɪəˈroʊsɪs/

KK: /lɪˌstɪr.iˈoʊ.sɪs/

noun

Definition: A serious illness caused by a type of bacteria that can affect both animals and humans, leading to symptoms like fever and inflammation of the brain.

Example: The outbreak of listeriosis prompted health officials to issue warnings about contaminated food.

listicle

IPA: /ˈlɪstɪkəl/

KK: /ˈlɪstɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of article that presents information in the form of a list, often with brief explanations or descriptions for each item.

Example: I read a great listicle about the best travel destinations for 2023.

listless

IPA: /ˈlɪstləs/

KK: /ˈlɪstləs/

adjective

Definition: Feeling tired and without energy, often leading to a lack of interest in activities or tasks.

Example: After staying up all night, I felt listless and couldn't concentrate on my work.

listlessly

IPA: /ˈlɪstləsli/

KK: /ˈlɪstlɪsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of energy or interest; doing something without enthusiasm or motivation.

Example: She stared at the book listlessly, unable to focus on the words.

listlessness

IPA: /ˈlɪstləsnəs/

KK: /ˈlɪstləsnəs/

noun

Definition: A state of feeling tired and without energy or interest in anything.

Example: After a long week of work, I felt a sense of listlessness and just wanted to relax.

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