Workplace English Vocabulary

Lesson 27 Time and Place · Work and Study

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

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10 words

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suite (noun)noun
“We booked a suite for the business trip.”
2
thorough (adjective)adjective
“The manager gave the report a thorough review.”
3
bookstore (noun)noun
“The bookstore opens early on Saturday mornings.”
4
cater (verb)verb
“They cater lunch for the training session.”
5
dental (adjective)adjective
“She scheduled a dental checkup this morning.”
6
duration (noun)noun
“The meeting's duration was only thirty minutes.”
7
lounge (noun)noun
“Please wait in the lounge before boarding.”
8
painter (noun)noun
“The painter finished the office walls yesterday.”
9
patron (noun)noun
“The café rewards each loyal patron with discounts.”
10
prescription (noun)noun
“The pharmacist checked her prescription carefully.”