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.”