Workplace English Vocabulary

Lesson 40 Work and Study · Money and Business

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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incur (verb)verb
“Late payments may incur an additional fee.”
2
instruct (verb)verb
“The trainer will instruct staff on safety procedures.”
3
loyal (adjective)adjective
“She has been a loyal customer for years.”
4
luncheon (noun)noun
“The team attended a luncheon after the meeting.”
5
microphone (noun)noun
“Please speak clearly into the microphone now.”
6
overview (noun)noun
“The director gave an overview of the plan.”
7
projector (noun)noun
“The projector displayed the presentation on the wall.”
8
shortage (noun)noun
“The factory reported a shortage of spare parts.”
9
spacious (adjective)adjective
“Their new office is bright and spacious.”
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accomplishment (noun)noun
“Finishing the training was a major accomplishment.”