Advanced Vocabs 2

Question 1

Converse, Conversation

Answer 1

She was always eager to converse with people from different cultures and learn about their perspectives

Question 2

Generous, Generosity(großzügig)

Answer 2

كريم

Her generosity knew no bounds; she was always willing to help others in need

Question 3

Intensive/extensive (in Sport)

Answer 3

Intensive: shorter durations but at a higher intensity z.B weightlifting
Extensive: longer durations and lower intensity z.B long distance running

Question 4

At the doctor‘s

Answer 4

= in his office

Question 5

Teacher‘s pet

Answer 5

Favorite student

Question 6

Lively(adjective), in a lively way (adverb)

Answer 6

The street festival was filled with the vibrant sounds of live music, colorful decorations, and energetic dancers, creating a lively atmosphere that had everyone moving and celebrating in a lively way.

Question 7

Knock out

Answer 7

After receiving a powerful blow to the head, the boxer was knocked out and unable to continue the match

Question 8

Vacant

Answer 8

Free

1. After the retirement of the CEO, the corner office remained vacant until the board of directors appointed a new leader
2. Is this seat vacant?

Question 9

Vacancy

Answer 9

“Vacancy” is a noun that refers to the state of being unoccupied or available. It is commonly used to describe an empty position or a place that is not filled.

1. The company announced a new job vacancy for a senior software engineer.

Question 10

Rotten

Answer 10

Verfault/faul

Question 11

Rusty

Answer 11

Rostig, صدى

Question 12

Fishy

Answer 12

Fischig/nicht sicher
1. I bought this fish from the market, but it smells a bit fishy. I’m not sure if it’s still fresh
2. His explanation for being late sounded a bit fishy. I think there’s more to the story than he’s telling

Question 13

To forge ahead

Answer 13

Definition: to make progress or move forward with determination
1. Despite facing challenges, the team decided to forge ahead with the project, determined to meet the deadline

Question 14

Wart

Answer 14

Warze,ثؤلول

Question 15

Externship/ Internship

Answer 15

Externship: short-term professional learning experience (more understanding about the field)
Exp: I did a two-month externship in an architecture firm

Internship: hands-on experience through completion of tasks&responsibilities
Exp: She had a long internship before starting her own recording studio

Question 16

Completion, complete, completely

Answer 16

كامل

The completion of the project brought a sense of accomplishment

Question 17

hands-on

Answer 17

خبرة عملية مباشرة

Definition: direct involvement or practical experience with something

Exp: The workshop offers hands-on activities to enhance participants’ understanding of the subject

Question 18

Resilience, resilient

Answer 18

مرونة
Definition: ability to recover or bounce back from difficult situations, setbacks, or adversity

1. Her resilience in the face of adversity inspired everyone around her
2. The community showed remarkable resilience in rebuilding after the natural disaster

Question 19

Stand someone up

Answer 19

Meaning: the person you had plans with didn’t show up or communicate their absence, leaving you waiting
Exp: He stood me up last night

Question 20

Burst into tears

Answer 20

Start crying

Question 21

Burst out laughing

Answer 21

Start laughing

Question 22

To hit it off

Answer 22

Meaning: “really hit it off” with someone means you connected well, enjoyed each other’s company, and had a positive interaction or conversation.

Question 23

To fall out with someone

Answer 23

Meaning: If you’ve never fallen out with someone, it means you’ve never had a disagreement or argument with them. Your relationship has remained positive and without conflicts
Exp: I hope we don’t fall out over this disagreement

Question 24

In contrast/on the contrary

Answer 24

“In contrast” is used to highlight the differences between two things, emphasizing distinctions. For example, “She likes tea, in contrast to her brother who prefers coffee.”

“On the contrary” is used to contradict or present an opposing idea. It’s employed when expressing that the opposite of what has been stated is true. For instance, “I thought he would be late, but on the contrary, he arrived early.”

Question 25

At the very least/ last but not least

Answer 25

“At the very least” is used to emphasize the minimum expectation or requirement, suggesting that the stated value or condition is the absolute minimum. For example, “You should be there at the very least by 9 AM.”

“Last but not least” is a phrase used to introduce the final item or point in a list, emphasizing its significance despite being mentioned last. It doesn’t necessarily imply a minimum or maximum value but draws attention to the importance of the final item. For instance, “We have covered many topics today, and last but not least, let’s discuss the budget.”