Workplace English Vocabulary

Lesson 2 Time and Place · 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

# Word Example sentence Listen Slow

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yearly (adjective)adjective
“The company gives yearly safety training to all staff.”
2
appreciation (noun)noun
“She expressed appreciation for the quick support.”
3
cargo (noun)noun
“The cargo arrived at the port this morning.”
4
cooperate (verb)verb
“Please cooperate with your colleagues during the project.”
5
distract (verb)verb
“Loud conversations distract employees from their work.”
6
dividend (noun)noun
“The company announced a dividend for its shareholders.”
7
exemption (noun)noun
“She received an exemption from the training requirement.”
8
furnish (verb)verb
“They will furnish the new office before June.”
9
hourly (adjective)adjective
“The website provides hourly updates about flight delays.”
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laundry (noun)noun
“Please leave your laundry in the basket.”