Vocabulary speaking Flashcards

Question

family business

Answer 1

DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION – an innovation that significantly alters or revolutionizes an industry, often by introducing simpler, more affordable alternatives. LEVERAGE – using borrowed capital or financial instruments to increase the potential return on an investment. SYNERGY – the concept of different departments or companies working together to create a result that is greater than the sum of their individual efforts. enterprise entrepeneur entrepreneurship (the activity of setting up a business, taking on financial risks) collaboration work-life balance vocation (a job that matters for the society) certified coach/credentialed professional

Answer 2

PROTAGONIST – the main character in a story, often facing a conflict or challenge. ANTAGONIST – a character or force that opposes the protagonist, often creating the conflict in a story. METAPHOR – a figure of speech that describes an object or action as something other than what it is, often used to create a deeper meaning. fiction non-fiction biographies classics captivating inspiring educational feed my curiosity expand my knowledge broaden my horizons genre intriguing plotlines multi-layered characters

Answer 3

CULTURAL EXCHANGES – Engaging in diverse social settings to understand different cultural perspectives and practices. small talk deep conversations networking girly chats face-to face break the ice have a heart to heart share ideas build connections milestone birthdays a big gathering significant life events sentimental gifts virtual interaction

Answer 4

TRENDY VS TIMELESS: While trends are short-lived and often cyclic, timeless fashion refers to classic styles that remain popular across decades (e.g., the little black dress). CONSUMERISM: This term refers to a social and economic order that encourages the acquisition of goods and services in ever-increasing amounts. It has led to a culture of frequent shopping, especially for new, trendy items. tailor-made suits casual wear outerwear accessories boutiques street markets thrift shops well-fitted minimalistic stay on trend mix and match outfit quality pieces your clothing style can reflect your personality 1. Ethical - morally right 2. Emerge - appear / arise 3. Disposable - intended to be thrown away 4. Second-hand - used / not new 5. Possessions - things you own / belongings 6. Donate - give money or goods to charity 7. Individual - what makes you different or unique 8. Impulse - sudden urge or desire 9. Manufacturer - company making goods / producer 10. Material - physical / related to possessions a hidden gem my go-to place for timeless pieces.

Answer 5

EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS: Climate change is linked to more frequent and intense weather events, including hurricanes, heatwaves, and droughts, which pose risks to agriculture, infrastructure, and human health. RENEWABLE ENERGY: The shift from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power, is essential for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. fossile fuels emit (uitstoten) carbon dioxide pollution single-use plastics using heating systems sustainable practices disaster refugees (who ran away) suffering relief 1. Urgent - pressing / needing quick attention 2. Pollutant - a substance that pollutes 3. Ecosystem - all living thing in an area 4. Vegetation - plants and tree in an area 5. Unprecedented - never seen before / unheard-of 6. Intervene - step in / become involved 7. Hazardous - dangerous to health or safety 8. Degrade - become spoiled or lower in quality 9. Safeguard - keep safe / protect 10. Deforestation - removal of tree / logging 1. Abundant - in large quantities / plentiful 2. Regulate - control something with rules 3. Scarce - not easy to find / rare 4. Supply - give or provide a supply 5. Unsustainable - using more than can be replaced 6. Squander - waste (money , supplies or opportunity) 7. Exploit - take advantage or make the most of 8. Bio-fuels - fuel made from a waste material (agricultural waste) 9. Achievable - realistic / attainable 10. Finite - limited / have end

Answer 6

For instance Additionally Moreover Another example is In addition to To illustrate In contrast Whereas--> while On the other hand Although Since Because

Answer 7

ETHNOCENTRISM – The belief in the superiority of one's own culture or ethnic group, often leading to the judgment of other cultures based on one's own cultural norms. GLOBALIZATION – The process by which businesses, cultures, and societies become interconnected across the globe, often leading to the exchange of cultural practices and ideas. CULTURAL EXCHANGE – The sharing of ideas, traditions, and practices between cultures, often through travel, study, or collaboration. Symbolism celebrations milestone flora bouquet (flowers)

Answer 8

1. Self-esteem - belief in yourself 2. Stereotypical - having typical qualities 3. Fallible - able to make mistakes and be wrong 4. Sociable - friendly or seeking company 5. Tendency - recurring action or behavior 6. Gender - sex ( male or female ) 7. Lifetime - period of time you're alive 8. Empathize - understand someone's feelings 9. Hardwired - automatic behavior 10. Habitually -usually or repeatedly

Answer 9

HYPOTHESIS – A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, based on limited evidence, which can be tested through experimentation. EMPIRICAL – Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic. 1. Ascertain - make sure or establish 2. Breakthrough - important new discovery 3. Release - allow to escape (gas ) or give off 4. Accumulate - collect over time, gather or build up 5. Absorb - take in or soak up (liquid or gas) 6. Synthetic - man made or artificial 7. Potential - ability or capability 8. Advances - progress or developments 9. Precise - exact or accurate 10. Quantify - count or measure

Answer 10

SOCIAL COHESION – The bonds that bring people together in a society, fostering a sense of belonging and unity. CIVIC ENGAGEMENT – The participation of individuals in the political, social, or cultural activities that contribute to the well-being of their community. INCLUSIVITY – The practice or policy of including people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, ensuring equal opportunities and respect for all members of the community. 1. Considerate - kind and helpful or thoughtful 2. Mainstream - common or average (ideas) 3. Civilization - culturally advance human society 4. Supportive - helpful and encouraging 5. Appropriate - suitable 6. Engage - join in or get involved 7. Voluntary - done willingly or without payment 8. Charitable - helping the poor or needy 9. Foster - help something grow (attitude or idea) 10. Multicultural - having many different cultures

Answer 11

1. Specialize - concentrate on one subject 2. Profound - deep or intense (effect or feeling) 3. Cognitive - connected to thinking or mental 4. Curiosity - desire to know or find out /interest 5. Achievement - reaching a goal or success 6. Failure - lack of success or collapse 7. Determination - trying hard or not giving up 8. Miscalculation - bad judgement or calculation 9. Collaborate - work together with 10. Methodical - in a careful or ordered way

Answer 12

TARGET AUDIENCE – The specific group of people an advertisement aims at, based on demographics, interests, or behaviors. PERSUASION – The act of convincing consumers to adopt a particular point of view or take a specific action, such as purchasing a product. billboards on the road Influencers/content creators Fast food/junk food/unhealthy food options materialistic things harmful, misleading consumer behavior regulatory measures manipulation consumerism ethical boundaries 1. Ignore - pay no attention 2. Endorse - recommend a product or brand 3. Guarantee - promise that S will happen 4. Gullible - easily tricked or too trusting 5. Prominent - noticeable / stand out 6. Pressure - forcefully persuade compel 7. Incorporate - use / include / contain 8. Entice - persuade by offering something / tempt 9. Bombard - attack continuously / pester 10. Inescapable - cannot be avoided/ unavoidable

Answer 13

CAPITALISM RIGHT WING INFLUENCES AMERICA 1. Guideline - official advice / rules 2. Consensus - general agreement / unity 3. Instill - put and idea or feeling in something mind 4. Taxpayer - person paying tax / ordinary citizens 5. Corrupt - dishonest / abusing their power 6. Expenditure - total amount a government spends 7. Resolve - firmly decide / undertake 8. Authority - legal power / right 9. Instability - lack of stability or uncertainty 10. Bureaucracy - admin system / official procedure

Answer 14

ASTRONOMY – The scientific study of celestial bodies, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. GRAVITATIONAL PULL – The force by which a planet or other body draws objects toward its center. 1. Collide - crash into / strike 2. Universal - worldwide / existing everywhere 3. Misuse - bad usage of something 4. Boost - added power / increase 5. Hollow - empty inside 6. Prolonged - length / over a long time 7. Rotation - spinning / turning 8. Fragile - easily broken / delicate 9. Vertical - pointing going up 10. Transmit - send out (a signal)

Answer 15

TOP NOTES – The initial scents you experience when first applying perfume; they evaporate quickly. BASE NOTES – The underlying scents of a perfume that linger after the top notes dissipate; they are often heavier and longer-lasting. extract aroma therapy fragrance (scented 'flowers')