Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 16 Work and Study · Thinking and Knowing

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to work and study, thinking and knowing, and feelings and relationships.

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Words in this lesson

10 words

# Word Example sentence Listen Slow

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sector (noun)noun
“She works in the health sector.”
2
mistake (noun)noun
“I made a mistake on the math test.”
3
ensure (verb)verb
“Check the address to ensure safe delivery.”
4
satisfy (verb)verb
“The final result will satisfy our customers.”
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chief (adjective)adjective
“Safety is our chief concern during the trip.”
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cool (adjective)adjective
“The evening air feels cool after the rain.”
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expert (noun)noun
“Ask an expert to repair the computer.”
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wave (verb)verb
“Please wave goodbye to your grandparents.”
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south (noun)noun
“The train travels south after leaving the city.”
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labor (verb)verb
“Workers labor outdoors during the hot afternoon.”