Workplace English Vocabulary

Lesson 31 Work and Study · Home and Daily Life

Learn 10 useful words in clear contexts designed for adult A2 to B2 learners building practical workplace communication.

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10 words

# Word Example sentence Listen Slow

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arc (noun)noun
“The logo has a blue arc above it.”
2
audition (noun)noun
“Her audition for the company band is tomorrow.”
3
backpack (noun)noun
“My backpack contains a laptop and notebook.”
4
ballroom (noun)noun
“The awards dinner will be held in the ballroom.”
5
beneficial (adjective)adjective
“Regular feedback is beneficial for new employees.”
6
biography (noun)noun
“I read a biography of a successful entrepreneur.”
7
bound (adjective)adjective
“The bound report was distributed to every manager.”
8
broom (noun)noun
“Please return the broom to the cleaning cupboard.”
9
cheeseburger (noun)noun
“He ordered a cheeseburger during the lunch break.”
10
chilly (adjective)adjective
“The office feels chilly near the window.”