Heal the world, heal ourselves Flashcards
If you talk about the —- —— of a person, company, or product, you are referring to their past performance, achievements, or failures in it.
Track record
Someone who can listen actively and think strategically, then combine these skills to learn.
Quick learner
If someone is – - ——–, they have enough skill and knowledge to be able to use a computer.
IT-literate/ Computer-literate
-We look for applicants who are numerate, computer-literate and energetic self-starters.
If you have a ——— — a subject, you know the basic facts or principles of that subject, especially as a result of a particular course of training or instruction.
Solid grounding in
-Informatics gives students a solid grounding in information systems, statistics, mathematics and computer programming.
If you gain —– or an —– —- a complex situation or problem, you gain an accurate and deep understanding of it.
insight
-The project would give scientists new insights into what is happening to the Earth’s atmosphere.
Employees’ skill who take their work seriously and devote their working hours to going above and beyond what’s required of them.
Strong work ethic
A promise to do something or to behave in a particular way (Noun).
Willing to work hard and give your time and energy to something; believing strongly in something; dedicated (Adjective).
Commitment
/kəˈmɪtmənt/
Noun
-I’m not ready to make a long-term commitment.
committed
/kəˈmɪtɪd/
Adjective
-My employees show great commitment by working late at busy times.
Not opposed to doing something; ready or eager to do something if it is necessary.
Be willing to
/ˈwɪl.ɪŋ/
Adjective
-Many consumers are willing to pay more for organic food
-They are willing and able to share their knowledge and experience.
-We’re ready and willing to do everything necessary to meet this challenge.
-I’m willing to give you the benefit of the doubt.
Having strong feelings or emotions
Be passionate about
Needing something
In need of
-My car is in need of repair.
Because of
due to /djuː tu/
owing to/ˈəʊɪŋ tu/
-The game was cancelled due to torrential rain.
Owing to his illness, he could not continue with his studies.
To like, to be interested in (something)
Fond of
-These are good options for people who are fond of helping others.
To have a natural talent for doing something.
To have a knack for
-She has a knack for making people feel comfortable.
-He has a knack for dealing with customers.
Quit. To leave a job or school permanently.
Handing in your notice
-I handed in my notice last week.
(of a person) without a job because there is no more work available for you in a company.
Redundant
/rɪˈdʌndənt/
Adjective
-I’ve been expecting to be made redundant for a year now.
-The programme organizes training for redundant workers.
Eager/enthusiastic: Wanting to do something or wanting something to happen very much.
keen
/kin/
Adjective
-John was very keen to help.
-I wasn’t too keen on going to the party.
To learn how to do something, especially if it is not obvious or simple.
get the hang of something
-“I’ve never used this program before.” “Don’t worry - you’ll soon get the hang of it.”
-I had never sailed a boat before but by the third day, I was getting the hang of it.
To deal successfully with something difficult.
cope with something /kəʊp/
-He wasn’t able to cope with the stress of the job.
-I am struggling to cope with my heavy workload.
(of work) not considered important; not needing special skills and often boring or badly paid.
Menial
/ˈmiːniəl/
Adjective
-menial jobs/work
-menial tasks like cleaning the floor
(informal) to stop doing something, especially work
knock off | knock off something
-Do you want to knock off early today?
-What time do you knock off work?
-Let’s knock off for lunch.
-All I ever think about is knocking off at three.
A boring way of life that does not change
a rut
-I gave up my job because I felt I was stuck in a rut.
-If you don’t go out and meet new people, it’s easy to get into a rut.
To accept that something is true.
Acknowledge
/əkˈnɑːlɪdʒ/
Verb
-She refuses to acknowledge the need for reform.
-I have to acknowledge the fact that I am partly responsible.
-It’s a generally acknowledged fact.
To lock the doors of a building or business
Close out
-As the storm approached, everyone began closing up their businesses.
-We need to close out the quarter with strong sales.
“Necesitamos cerrar el trimestre con buenas ventas.”
To find the answer to something
Work out
“Let’s work out this problem.”
“Vamos a encontrar una solución a este problema.”
To employ somebody
Take on
-The company plans to take on new employees next quarter.
“La compañía planea contratar nuevos empleados el próximo trimestre.”
To do somebody’s job for a short time while they are not there.
Fill in for (somebody)
-I will fill in for the absent manager today.
“Hoy reemplazaré al gerente ausente.”
to reduce the size, amount or number of something
Cut down on
-We need to cut down on expenses to improve profitability.
“Necesitamos reducir los gastos para mejorar la rentabilidad.”
To make something larger in size, amount etc than it used to be
Scale up
-The company plans to scale up production to meet demand.
To meet: to do or satisfy what is needed
to prove as an adjective
proven
/ˈpruːvn/
-a student of proven ability
email greetings
I hope/trust you are doing well.
I hope/trust you are well.
I hope/trust you’re doing ok/fine. (informal)
I hope/trust everything’s ok/fine. (informal)
I hope this email/message finds you well.
I hope this email/message finds you in good health.
I hope all is well.
I trust everything is well with you.
I wish you well.
I wish you the best.
Best wishes.
Prosper
thrive
thrives - thrived
-These animals rarely thrive in captivity.
Why should we choose you for this role?
“I bring a unique combination of skills and experience to the table.”
“I have a proven track record of success in similar roles.”
“I am highly motivated and eager to take on new challenges.”
“I am a quick learner and adapt easily to new environments.”
“I have a strong work ethic and am committed to delivering results.”
“I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.”
“I am a team player and thrive in collaborative environments.”
“I have a passion for the industry/field and stay up-to-date on industry trends.”
“I have a strong sense of initiative and take ownership of my work.”
“I have a positive attitude and bring energy to any project I am a part of.”
Very important
-High-priority
-Crucial
-Vital
-Critical
-Of the utmost importance
-Vitally important
-Of major importance
-Essential
-Paramount
-Imperative
-Of great consequence
-Of the essence
-Fundamental
… It is of the utmost importance (very important) that you approve this new project. It well be a vital (very important) change for the company.
Organise a meeting
-Set up a meeting
-Call a meeting
-Arrange a meeting
-Schedule a meeting
… We need to set up a meeting with our colleagues.
To realise that something exists or have the knowledge or experience of a particular thing.
Become aware of
-I became aware of someone following me.
To stop using something or doing something.
Cut out
-I’ve cut out chocolate completely.
To give part of your work, duties, or responsibilities to someone.
Delegate to
/ˈdeləɡeɪt/
VERB
-He always delegates boring tasks to his assistant.
To have enough time to deal with someone or something.
Fit in
-I’d like to fit in an extra class like painting.
-He fits in his work around his family commitments.
To make someone feel sad or lose hope.
Get down
-Doing the same thing every day can get you down.
-The cold weather in winter really gets me down.
To try doing something
Give (something) a go
-She’s been thinking about learning to fly for many years, and she’s finally decided to give it a go.
-I had never tried playing squash before so I decided to give it a go.
To notice something that is not very obvious.
Pick up on
-This is something you would expect a skilled negotiator to pick up on.
-Usually no one can guess where I’m from, but my new roommate picked up on my accent straightaway.
To stop listening to someone, or to stop thinking about something.
Switch off
-He just switches off and ignores me.
If you switch off something such as a light or a machine, or if it switches off, it stops working
To change from one thing to another suddenly, or to make something do this.
Switch to
-He used to vote Conservative, but he switched to Labour in 1997.
-My current mobile phone network doesn’t work half time, so I decided to switch to another one.
To develop in a particular way, or to have a particular result.
Turn out
-Obviously, I’m disappointed at the way things have turned out.
-I’m sure it will all turn out well in the end.
To put something in the place where you usually keep it when you are not using it.
Put away
PHRASAL VERB TRANSITIVE
-He put the notebook away and stood up.
To lift someone or something up from a surface.
**Pick up **
PHRASAL VERB
-He picked the phone up and dialled.
Someone who has attitudes that are considered modern and reasonable.
Enlightened
/ɪnˈlaɪt(ə)nd/
ADJECTIVE
-Their parents took an enlightened approach to child-rearing.
A sudden or violent change, especially one that affects people’s lives.
Upheaval
/ʌpˈhiːv(ə)l/
NOUN
-There have been massive upheavals in the telecommunications industry.
-Being more balanced doesn’t mean dramatic upheaval in your life.
To feel worried and nervous.
Stress over
-Don’t stress over it.
-Stressing over his relationship with his girlfriend.
To make someone feel nervous about something.
Stress out
-Stop talking about the exam all the time, you’re stressing me out!
Very unhappy, worried, or upset
distressed
/dɪˈstrest/
ADJECTIVE
-This situation is making me feel so distressed.
An extra payment or benefit that you get in your job.
Perk
/pɜː(r)k/
-Free theatre tickets are one of the perks of this job.
To fix something firmly somewhere.
Anchor
/ˈæŋkə(r)/
VERB
-Small marine plants were anchored to the rocks.
To help something to increase, improve, or become more successful.
Boost
/buːst/
VERB TRANSITIVE
-Their share price climbed again today, boosted by rising sales.
-A drug that boosts serotonin levels in the body.
Going or being beyond what is needed, desired, or appropriate. An excess.
Overabundance
/əʊvə(r)əˈbʌndəns/
Noun
-Many new parents find themselves with an overabundance of cute clothes.
-There is an overabundance of food in developed nations.
Extremely destructive, ruining, destroying.
devastating
/ˈdevəˌsteɪtɪŋ/
ADJECTIVE
-a devastating fire/storm/flood
Land that is used for, or suitable for, growing crops.
Arable land
Collacation
An effort to do something, especially something new or difficult.
endeavour
/ɪnˈdevə(r)/
NOUN
-The business was built up largely through the endeavours of his mother.
A chemical used for killing insects, especially those that damage crops.
pesticide
/ˈpestɪsaɪd/
NOUN
-Our vegetables are grown without the use of pesticides.
(the way someone earns) the money people need to pay for food, a place to live, clothing.
livelihood
/ˈlaɪv.li.hʊd/
noun
-Many ship workers could lose their livelihoods because of falling orders for new ships.
-That farm is his livelihood.
To move from point A to point B, usually not on a direct or easy way.
Make your/its way
Idiom
-We slowly made our way down the river.
-The wedding guests made their way to a nearby hotel for the reception.
-You can make your way to financial freedom!
-More women are making their way into politics.
-Only minor changes were made to the proposal as it made its way through the legislative process.
A struggle or fight which will be very difficult to win.
An uphill battle
Collocation
A possible effect or result. Something that you suggest is true, although you do not say it directly.
implication
/ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/
NOUN
-We believe that GM crops will have serious implications for the environment.
-We need to consider the financial implications of these changes.
To sell something at a cheaper price than another company or shop.
undercut
/ˌʌndə(r)ˈkʌt/
VERB TRANSITIVE
-Supermarkets can undercut small shops by as much as 50%.
That cannot continue at the same rate or forever, it is not a process or systems that is made to last.
unsustainable
/ˌʌnsəˈsteɪnəb(ə)l/
ADJECTIVE
-Unsustainable economic growth.
-The economy is running an unsustainable deficit, making tax increases inevitable.
