IELTS Lexicon by FCR - Listening Flashcards
This deck has words that will be extremely useful when preparing oneself for the IELTS Listening question types. This deck is useful for the DIAGRAM COMPLETION and MAP LABELLING question types, where you have to do things such as describe parts, motions, explain movement, etc. You will also find vocabulary for attitudes, opinions, and lectures. Be sure to practice this one too! Especially before solving and IELTS Listening test.
Toy
Synonyms (English): Plaything, Gadget
Synonyms (Spanish): Juguete, Artilugio
“The child dropped their toy, which landed near the edge of the playground.”
“This new gadget, while marketed as a toy, has several educational features for children.”
Pipe
ynonyms (English): Tube, Conduit
Synonyms (Spanish): Tubería, Conducto
“Water flows through the pipe and is then distributed evenly across the field.”
“If the pipe is blocked, you may need to remove the obstruction to restore normal flow.”
Grille
Synonyms (English): Mesh, Screen
Synonyms (Spanish): Rejilla, Parrilla
“The grille allows air to flow through while keeping large debris from entering the machine.”
“Make sure the grille is clean to ensure maximum airflow for the cooling system.”
Wheel
Synonyms (English): Tread, Disc
Synonyms (Spanish): Rueda, Disco
“As the car moves forward, the wheel rotates, allowing the vehicle to maintain balance.”
“The rear wheel is larger than the front to provide better stability on uneven terrain.”
to be attached to sth
Synonyms (English): Connected to, Fastened to
Synonyms (Spanish): Estar unido a, Fijado a
“The cables need to be attached to the main power source before the system can operate.”
“Each piece of equipment must be securely attached to its corresponding support beam.”
Cooling fan
Synonyms (English): Ventilator, Exhaust Fan
Synonyms (Spanish): Ventilador de enfriamiento, Extractor
“As the machine heats up, the cooling fan will automatically turn on to prevent overheating.”
“The cooling fan is installed directly behind the grille to ensure proper airflow.”
detonator
Synonyms (English): Trigger, Igniter
Synonyms (Spanish): Detonador, Ignitor
“The detonator must be activated from a safe distance to avoid injury when the charge is set off.”
“Once the signal is given, the detonator will ignite the explosives, completing the demolition process.”
winder
Synonyms (English): Crank, Tensioner
Synonyms (Spanish): Enrollador, Tensionador
“To tighten the cable, use the winder until the wire is taut and secure.”
“The winder is located on the side of the mechanism and can be turned manually for adjustments.”
spin
Synonyms (English): Whirl, Rotate
Synonyms (Spanish): Girar, Rotar
“The fan will spin rapidly once the motor is powered, cooling the entire system efficiently.”
“To adjust the settings, spin the dial to the desired temperature and press the lock button.”
explode
Synonyms (English): Burst, Detonate
Synonyms (Spanish): Explotar, Detonar
“If the pressure builds up too much, the container might explode, causing damage to the surrounding area.”
“Any malfunction in the device could cause the fuel to detonate prematurely, which is dangerous.”
push
Synonyms (English): Press, Shove
Synonyms (Spanish): Empujar, Presionar
“Once the button lights up, push it to activate the cooling system.”
“To release the panel, simply push the latch down and slide it forward.”
turn
Synonyms (English): Twist, Rotate
Synonyms (Spanish): Girar, Torcer
“To initiate the machine, gently turn the handle until you feel it click into place.”
“When you reach the end of the pipe, turn the valve counterclockwise to shut off the flow.”
rotate
Synonyms (English): Turn, Spin
Synonyms (Spanish): Girar, Rotar
“To open the valve, carefully rotate the knob in a clockwise direction until it locks into place.”
“Once the lever is engaged, rotate the gear slowly to initiate the process.”
pop
Synonyms (English): Burst, Snap
Synonyms (Spanish): Reventar, Estallar
“If too much pressure is applied, the lid might pop open, which can release the contents unexpectedly.”
“During the final stage, you might hear a slight snap as the lock pops into position, signaling that the part is secure.”
hold
Synonyms (English): Grip, Secure
Synonyms (Spanish): Sujetar, Agarrar
“To adjust the alignment, hold the base firmly while tightening the upper section.”
“Ensure you securely hold the handle before lifting the object from the platform.”
hit
Synonyms (English): Strike, Impact
Synonyms (Spanish): Golpear, Impactar
“As you rotate the lever, make sure not to hit the adjacent panel, or you may damage the mechanism.”
“The sudden impact of the moving part hit the casing, causing a temporary malfunction in the system.”
wind
Synonyms (English): Coil, Twist
Synonyms (Spanish): Enrollar, Torcer
“Wind the string tightly around the spool to prevent it from tangling during use.”
“To adjust the tension, wind the cable around the drum until it’s securely fastened.”
drag
Synonyms (English): Pull, Haul
Synonyms (Spanish): Arrastrar, Tirar
“To reposition the equipment, you’ll need to drag it across the floor using the attached wheels.”
“The technician had to drag the heavy toolbox closer to the machine to complete the repair.”
generate
Synonyms (English): Produce, Create
Synonyms (Spanish): Generar, Producir
“The solar panels generate enough electricity to power the entire building.”
“The machine generates heat as it operates, so make sure it’s properly ventilated.”
activate
Synonyms (English): Trigger, Start
Synonyms (Spanish): Activar, Iniciar
“Press the green button to activate the system and begin the operation.”
“The alarm will automatically activate if the temperature exceeds the safety limit.”
wrap
Synonyms (English): Enclose, Cover
Synonyms (Spanish): Envolver, Cubrir
“Make sure to wrap the wire tightly around the post to ensure a secure connection.”
“The technician wrapped the protective covering around the exposed cables to prevent damage.”
force
Synonyms (English): Pressure, Power
Synonyms (Spanish): Fuerza, Presión
“The door won’t open without applying additional force to the handle.”
“The engine generates enough force to move the vehicle up steep inclines.”
pull
Synonyms (English): Tug, Draw
Synonyms (Spanish): Jalar, Tirar
“To open the compartment, pull the handle gently towards you.”
“The worker had to pull the lever to disengage the safety lock.”
To put inside sth
Synonyms (English): Insert, Place
Synonyms (Spanish): Insertar, Colocar
“Carefully put the sample inside the testing chamber before closing the lid.”
“To start the process, you need to insert the card inside the reader and wait for the confirmation.”
to pass through sth
Synonyms (English): Traverse, Flow through
Synonyms (Spanish): Pasar por, Atraviesa
“Once the liquid passes through the filter, it is safe to drink.”
“The air passes through a series of ducts before reaching the cooling system.”
Storage Tank
Synonyms (English): Reservoir, Container
Synonyms (Spanish): Tanque de almacenamiento, Depósito
“The storage tank holds up to 10,000 liters of water, which is then distributed throughout the facility.”
“Make sure the storage tank is properly sealed to prevent contamination of the stored liquids.”
Pump
Synonyms (English): Siphon, Dispenser
Synonyms (Spanish): Bomba, Sifón
“The pump transfers water from the reservoir to the irrigation system.”
“You’ll need to activate the pump manually to get the fuel flowing into the engine.”
Polluted
Synonyms (English): Contaminated, Tainted
Synonyms (Spanish): Contaminado, Ensuciado
“The river was heavily polluted due to the nearby factory dumping waste into the water.”
“Polluted air from the industrial area has reduced the air quality in the surrounding neighborhoods.”
Spring
Synonyms (English): Coil, Helix
Synonyms (Spanish): Resorte, Muelle
“The spring inside the device compresses when pressure is applied, allowing the mechanism to reset.”
“To release tension, gently pull the lever until the spring loosens and the part moves freely.”
to turn sth upside down
Synonyms (English): Invert, Flip
Synonyms (Spanish): Voltear, Dar la vuelta
“Before inspecting the base, turn the object upside down to check for any loose screws.”
“The technician flipped the panel upside down to ensure the wiring was correctly aligned.”
to move along sth (tracks, etc)
Synonyms (English): Glide, Proceed
Synonyms (Spanish): Deslizarse, Avanzar
“The train will move along the tracks until it reaches the final station at the end of the line.”
“The conveyor belt moves along the rollers, transferring the materials to the next processing
beneath
Synonyms (English): Under, Below
Synonyms (Spanish): Debajo de, Bajo
“The emergency valve is located beneath the main control panel for easy access.”
“Beneath the surface, you’ll find the heating element that controls the temperature.”
to be wrapped around sth
Synonyms (English): Coiled around, Encircled
Synonyms (Spanish): Enrollado alrededor de, Envuelto
“The wire needs to be tightly wrapped around the spool to ensure a secure connection.”
“The rope was carefully wrapped around the pole for added stability.”
to force something upwards / downwards
Synonyms (English): Push up/push down, Move up/move down
Synonyms (Spanish): Forzar hacia arriba/hacia abajo, Empujar hacia arriba/hacia abajo
“To open the valve, you will need to force the lever downwards with moderate pressure.”
“The technician forced the beam upwards to make room for the new component.”
diagonally
Synonyms (English): Slantwise, Corner to Corner
Synonyms (Spanish): Diagonalmente, Oblicuamente
“The map showed that the pathway ran diagonally across the field, from the entrance to the exit.”
“Cut the paper diagonally to ensure the pieces fit properly in the display.”
scale
Synonyms (English): Balance, Weighing Device
Synonyms (Spanish): Balanza, Escala
“Place the object on the scale to measure its exact weight.”
“The digital scale displayed the weight in both pounds and kilograms for convenience.”
thermometer
Synonyms (English): Temperature Gauge, Heat Sensor
Synonyms (Spanish): Termómetro, Medidor de temperatura
“The thermometer indicated a sudden drop in temperature inside the storage room.”
“He used a thermometer to monitor the heat levels during the experiment.”
speedometer
Synonyms (English): Velocity Gauge, Speed Indicator
Synonyms (Spanish): Velocímetro, Indicador de velocidad
“As the vehicle accelerated, the needle on the speedometer moved steadily upwards.”
“Check the speedometer to ensure you’re not exceeding the speed limit on the highway.”
worried
Synonyms (English): Computation Device, Math Tool
Synonyms (Spanish): Calculadora, Dispositivo de cálculo
“The students used a calculator to quickly compute the figures during the test.”
“You will need a calculator to verify the total sum of these calculations.”
calculator
Synonyms (English): Concerned, Anxious
Synonyms (Spanish): Preocupado, Inquieto
“The engineer was worried that the system would overheat if not properly maintained.”
“Many residents were worried about the potential environmental impact of the new development.”
enthusiastic
Synonyms (English): Eager, Excited
Synonyms (Spanish): Entusiasta, Animado
“The researchers were enthusiastic about the potential results of their experiment.”
“She was enthusiastic about the new project, confident it would bring positive outcomes.”
afraid
Synonyms (English): Scared, Frightened
Synonyms (Spanish): Asustado, Temoroso
“The team was afraid that the faulty design might cause further problems down the line.”
“He was afraid to present his findings, worried that they would be rejected by his peers.”
confused
Synonyms (English): Perplexed, Baffled
Synonyms (Spanish): Confundido, Desorientado
“The students were confused by the professor’s explanation of the complex formula.”
“She looked confused as the instructions didn’t match the diagram provided.”
irritated
Synonyms (English): Annoyed, Frustrated
Synonyms (Spanish): Irritado, Molesto
“He was clearly irritated when the machine malfunctioned for the third time that day.”
“The delay in shipment left many customers feeling irritated and impatient.”
reluctant
Synonyms (English): Hesitant, Unwilling
Synonyms (Spanish): Reacio, Reticente
“The technician was reluctant to install the new software without first checking for compatibility.”
“Despite the offer, she seemed reluctant to take on the additional responsibilities.”
doubtful
Synonyms (English): Uncertain, Hesitant
Synonyms (Spanish): Dudoso, Incierto
“The professor seemed doubtful about the accuracy of the data presented in the report.”
“It’s doubtful that the new system will function efficiently without further testing.”
dubious
Synonyms (English): Uncertain, Skeptical
Synonyms (Spanish): Dudoso, Escéptico
“The committee was dubious about the accuracy of the data presented in the final report.”
“She felt dubious about the project’s success, given the lack of resources and preparation.”
annoyed
Synonyms (English): Context, Backstory
Synonyms (Spanish): Antecedentes, Contexto
“The lecture provided a detailed background on the history of urban development in the region.”
“Before we proceed, let me give you some background information on the company’s origins.”
hesitant
Synonyms (English): Reluctant, Uncertain
Synonyms (Spanish): Vacilante, Dudoso
“She was hesitant to approve the project without first consulting her team.”
“The committee seemed hesitant to make a decision without further evidence.”
concerned
Synonyms (English): Worried, Anxious
Synonyms (Spanish): Preocupado, Inquieto
“The engineers were concerned that the new design might not meet the safety standards.”
“Many citizens are concerned about the environmental impact of the proposed construction.”
scared
Synonyms (English): Afraid, Frightened
Synonyms (Spanish): Asustado, Atemorizado
“Many of the workers were scared that the factory might close due to the economic downturn.”
“She felt scared when the equipment malfunctioned and began making strange noises.”
puzzled
Synonyms (English): Confused, Perplexed
Synonyms (Spanish): Desconcertado, Perplejo
“The students were puzzled by the sudden change in the experiment’s results.”
“Her puzzled expression indicated that she didn’t fully understand the instructions.”
eager
Synonyms (English): Keen, Enthusiastic
Synonyms (Spanish): Ansioso, Deseoso
“The students were eager to learn more about the upcoming project and its potential impact.”
“He was eager to present his findings, confident that they would spark a meaningful discussion.”
result
Synonyms (English): Outcome, Consequence
Synonyms (Spanish): Resultado, Consecuencia
“As a result of the new policy, productivity in the department has increased significantly.”
“The study found that poor management was the primary result of the company’s financial troubles.”
definition
Synonyms (English): Explanation, Meaning
Synonyms (Spanish): Definición, Significado
“In his lecture, the professor provided a clear definition of economic sustainability.”
“The definition of the term can vary depending on the context in which it is used.”
challenges
Synonyms (English): Difficulties, Obstacles
Synonyms (Spanish): Retos, Desafíos
“One of the biggest challenges facing the industry is the lack of skilled labor.”
“The challenges of modern technology require innovative solutions from today’s engineers.”
history
Synonyms (English): Past, Chronicle
Synonyms (Spanish): Historia, Pasado
“The history of the company dates back over 100 years, beginning as a small family business.”
“Throughout history, societies have adapted to technological advancements in various ways.”
advantages
Synonyms (English): Benefits, Pros
Synonyms (Spanish): Ventajas, Beneficios
“The primary advantages of the new technology include increased efficiency and lower costs.”
“Among the advantages of this approach is the flexibility it offers to the user.”
disadvantages
Synonyms (English): Drawbacks, Downsides
Synonyms (Spanish): Desventajas, Inconvenientes
“One of the main disadvantages of this system is the high cost of maintenance over time.”
“The speaker highlighted the disadvantages of relying solely on renewable energy sources.”
answers
Synonyms (English): Solutions, Responses
Synonyms (Spanish): Respuestas, Soluciones
“The interviewer provided detailed answers to all of the questions raised during the discussion.”
“You’ll find the correct answers in the appendix of the textbook, under the review section.”
summarize
Synonyms (English): Condense, Recap
Synonyms (Spanish): Resumir, Recapitular
“At the end of the presentation, the speaker will summarize the main points for the audience.”
“The professor asked the students to summarize the research findings in no more than 500 words.”
benefits
Synonyms (English): Advantages, Gains
Synonyms (Spanish): Beneficios, Ventajas
“One of the key benefits of renewable energy is its sustainability.”
“The benefits of the new program include increased efficiency and cost savings.”
background
Synonyms (English): Context, History
Synonyms (Spanish): Antecedentes, Contexto
“The professor provided a detailed background on the technological advancements in the field.”
“Before proceeding, it’s essential to understand the historical background of this phenomenon.”
solutions
Synonyms (English): Fixes, Remedies
Synonyms (Spanish): Soluciones, Remedios
“The team brainstormed several solutions to overcome the technical challenges.”
“We need to propose viable solutions to reduce the environmental impact of this project.”
findings
Synonyms (English): Results, Conclusions
Synonyms (Spanish): Hallazgos, Resultados
“The research findings indicate a strong correlation between diet and heart health.”
“Her findings were published in several academic journals, gaining widespread recognition.”
conclude
Synonyms (English): Summarize, Finalize
Synonyms (Spanish): Concluir, Finalizar
“The study concluded that further research is needed to verify the initial results.”
“To conclude, the speaker emphasized the importance of sustainability in urban planning.”
meaning
Synonyms (English): Definition, Significance
Synonyms (Spanish): Significado, Definición
“The lecturer explained the meaning of key terms before diving into the technical details.”
“The meaning of the results became clear after reviewing the data thoroughly.”
