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Exam: IELTS

say

IPA: /seɪ/

KK: /seɪ/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to introduce an example or to suggest a number or amount that is not exact.

Example: There were, say, 500 people present at the event.

intransitive verb

Definition: To express something verbally or to communicate a message.

Example: She said that she would come to the party.

noun

Definition: A chance or opportunity to express one's opinion or to speak; it can also refer to a statement or expression made by someone.

Example: Everyone should have a say in the decisions that affect their lives.

transitive verb

Definition: To express something in words; to speak or communicate verbally.

Example: She said that she would come to the party.

saying

IPA: /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈseɪɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A phrase or expression that is commonly used, often conveying a general truth or piece of advice.

Example: One popular saying is, 'Actions speak louder than words.'

scaffold

IPA: /ˈskæf.əld/

KK: /ˈskæf.əld/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure used to support workers and materials during construction or maintenance at height.

Example: The workers used a scaffold to reach the top of the building safely.

transitive verb

Definition: To support or provide a structure using a raised framework or platform, often used in construction or for supporting something temporarily.

Example: The workers will scaffold the building to ensure safety during the renovations.

scaffolded

IPA: /ˈskæf.əʊld/

KK: /ˈskæf.əʊld/

adjective

Definition: Provided with a temporary structure that supports workers and materials during construction or repair.

Example: The workers used scaffolded platforms to safely reach the higher parts of the building.

verb

Definition: To support or provide a structure for something, often used in the context of education or construction.

Example: The teacher scaffolded the lesson to help students understand the complex topic.

scaffolding

IPA: /ˈskæf.əldɪŋ/

KK: /ˈskæf.əʊl.dɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure made of wood or metal that supports workers and materials during the construction or repair of buildings.

Example: The workers climbed up the scaffolding to reach the top of the building.

scalably

IPA: /ˈskeɪləblɪ/

KK: /ˈskeɪləblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that allows for growth or expansion without losing performance or efficiency.

Example: The software can be scaled up to handle more users scalably.

scalar

IPA: /ˈskeɪlər/

KK: /ˈskeɪlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a single value or quantity that can be represented by a point, often used in mathematics and physics.

Example: In physics, a scalar quantity like temperature does not have a direction, only a magnitude.

noun

Definition: A type of quantity that is defined only by its size or amount, without any direction, such as mass or temperature.

Example: In physics, temperature is a scalar because it only has a magnitude and no direction.

scald

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective

Definition: Not available.

Example: Not available.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become burned by hot liquid or steam.

Example: After accidentally spilling hot water, he scalded himself and had to seek medical help.

noun

Definition: An injury to the body caused by hot liquid or steam.

Example: He suffered a scald from the boiling water.

transitive verb

Definition: To burn someone or something with hot liquid or steam, or to heat a liquid just below its boiling point.

Example: Be careful not to scald yourself with the hot water.

scalding

IPA: /ˈskɔːldɪŋ/

KK: /ˈskɔldɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Very hot, often causing burns or a burning feeling, especially from liquids or intense heat.

Example: Be careful with that scalding water; it can burn your skin.

scale

IPA: /skeɪl/

KK: /skel/

intransitive verb

Definition: To climb or ascend, often referring to going up something like a mountain or a wall.

Example: The climbers decided to scale the steep cliff despite the challenging weather conditions.

noun

Definition: A system or device used to measure weight or size, or a series of marks used to represent a range of values, such as on a map or a musical scale.

Example: The architect used a scale to ensure the building plans were accurate.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove something from a surface, especially in a way that makes it clean or smooth, or to adjust something according to a standard or by specific amounts.

Example: The dentist had to scale the patient's teeth to remove the tartar buildup.

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