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This deck builds the vocabulary you need to read, write and speak confidently about work and employment in IELTS.
By the end of this deck you will be able to:
The deck is divided into five topic sections and one language section. Each section includes vocabulary words, collocations, and topic phrases.
Term
job
Definition
job
Example
A good job can improve people’s quality of life.
Noun. Work that a person does for money.
Term
workplace
Definition
workplace
Example
A safe workplace is important for employees.
Noun. A place where people work.
Term
skill
Definition
skill
Example
Workers need many different skills.
Noun. An ability to do something well.
Term
remote work
Definition
remote work
Example
Remote work gives employees more flexibility.
Noun phrase. Work done away from the office.
Term
income
Definition
income
Example
Stable income helps families plan for the future.
Noun. Money a person earns.
Term
Work is an important part of adult life.
Definition
Work is an important part of adult life.
Example
Work is an important part of adult life.
Use to introduce work.
Term
find a job
Definition
find a job
Example
Many graduates find a job after university.
Verb phrase. Used for employment.
Term
improve working conditions
Definition
improve working conditions
Example
Companies should improve working conditions.
Verb phrase. Used for worker welfare.
Term
develop skills
Definition
develop skills
Example
Employees should develop skills throughout their careers.
Verb phrase. Used for career growth.
Term
work remotely
Definition
work remotely
Example
Many employees can work remotely using the internet.
Verb phrase. Used for remote work.
Term
earn an income
Definition
earn an income
Example
People need to earn an income to support their families.
Verb phrase. Used for money from work.
Term
A good job can improve people’s quality of life.
Definition
A good job can improve people’s quality of life.
Example
A good job can improve people’s quality of life.
Use to explain a benefit.
Term
career
Definition
career
Example
Many people want a career that is meaningful.
Noun. A person’s long-term work path.
Term
working conditions
Definition
working conditions
Example
Good working conditions can improve job satisfaction.
Noun phrase. The situation at work.
Term
training
Definition
training
Example
Training can help workers improve their skills.
Noun. Learning for a job.
Term
work from home
Definition
work from home
Example
Work from home has become common in many jobs.
Noun phrase. Working at home instead of an office.
Term
minimum wage
Definition
minimum wage
Example
The minimum wage should cover basic living costs.
Noun phrase. The lowest legal pay.
Term
Unemployment can lead to financial stress.
Definition
Unemployment can lead to financial stress.
Example
Unemployment can lead to financial stress.
Use to explain a problem.
Term
build a career
Definition
build a career
Example
Young people need time to build a career.
Verb phrase. Used for long-term work.
Term
earn a salary
Definition
earn a salary
Example
Most employees earn a salary every month.
Verb phrase. Used for pay.
Term
provide training
Definition
provide training
Example
Companies should provide training for new employees.
Verb phrase. Used for employee development.
Term
work from home
Definition
work from home
Example
Some people prefer to work from home.
Verb phrase. Used for home-based work.
Term
raise the minimum wage
Definition
raise the minimum wage
Example
Some people think governments should raise the minimum wage.
Verb phrase. Used in work policy.
Term
Employers should provide good working conditions.
Definition
Employers should provide good working conditions.
Example
Employers should provide good working conditions.
Use for employer responsibility.
Term
employment
Definition
employment
Example
Employment is important for economic growth.
Noun. Having paid work.
Term
salary
Definition
salary
Example
Salary is an important factor when choosing a job.
Noun. Money paid regularly for work.
Term
experience
Definition
experience
Example
Work experience is important for many employers.
Noun. Knowledge gained by doing work.
Term
flexible hours
Definition
flexible hours
Example
Flexible hours can help parents manage family life.
Noun phrase. Work hours that can change.
Term
job security
Definition
job security
Example
Job security is important for many workers.
Noun phrase. Feeling that a job is safe.
Term
Training can help workers develop new skills.
Definition
Training can help workers develop new skills.
Example
Training can help workers develop new skills.
Use for career development.
Term
increase employment
Definition
increase employment
Example
New businesses can increase employment.
Verb phrase. Used for economic effects.
Term
offer benefits
Definition
offer benefits
Example
Large companies often offer benefits to employees.
Verb phrase. Used for employment packages.
Term
gain experience
Definition
gain experience
Example
Young people can gain experience through part-time jobs.
Verb phrase. Used for work learning.
Term
offer flexible hours
Definition
offer flexible hours
Example
Companies can offer flexible hours to support employees.
Verb phrase. Used for work benefits.
Term
provide job security
Definition
provide job security
Example
Permanent jobs often provide job security.
Verb phrase. Used for stable employment.
Term
Remote work gives employees more flexibility.
Definition
Remote work gives employees more flexibility.
Example
Remote work gives employees more flexibility.
Use for remote work benefits.
Term
unemployment
Definition
unemployment
Example
Unemployment can cause stress and poverty.
Noun. Not having a job.
Term
benefits
Definition
benefits
Example
Some jobs offer benefits such as health insurance.
Noun. Extra advantages from work.
Term
productivity
Definition
productivity
Example
Technology can improve productivity.
Noun. The amount of work done effectively.
Term
online meeting
Definition
online meeting
Example
Online meetings save travel time.
Noun phrase. A meeting on the internet.
Term
promotion
Definition
promotion
Example
A promotion can increase income and responsibility.
Noun. Moving to a higher position.
Term
However, working from home can also feel lonely.
Definition
However, working from home can also feel lonely.
Example
However, working from home can also feel lonely.
Use for remote work disadvantages.
Term
reduce unemployment
Definition
reduce unemployment
Example
Training programmes can reduce unemployment.
Verb phrase. Used for policy.
Term
sign a contract
Definition
sign a contract
Example
Workers should read carefully before they sign a contract.
Verb phrase. Used for formal work.
Term
increase productivity
Definition
increase productivity
Example
New software can increase productivity.
Verb phrase. Used for work efficiency.
Term
hold online meetings
Definition
hold online meetings
Example
Teams often hold online meetings every week.
Verb phrase. Used for remote teams.
Term
get a promotion
Definition
get a promotion
Example
Employees may work hard to get a promotion.
Verb phrase. Used for career advancement.
Term
Technology can increase productivity in the workplace.
Definition
Technology can increase productivity in the workplace.
Example
Technology can increase productivity in the workplace.
Use for technology and work.
Term
profession
Definition
profession
Example
Teaching is an important profession.
Noun. A job that needs training.
Term
contract
Definition
contract
Example
A contract explains the duties and pay of a job.
Noun. A formal work agreement.
Term
teamwork
Definition
teamwork
Example
Teamwork is important in most workplaces.
Noun. Working well with others.
Term
digital tools
Definition
digital tools
Example
Digital tools help teams work together.
Noun phrase. Software and technology for tasks.
Term
retirement
Definition
retirement
Example
People need to save money for retirement.
Noun. Stopping work at an older age.
Term
Some jobs may disappear because of automation.
Definition
Some jobs may disappear because of automation.
Example
Some jobs may disappear because of automation.
Use for future work.
Term
choose a profession
Definition
choose a profession
Example
Students should choose a profession that suits their skills.
Verb phrase. Used for career decisions.
Term
work overtime
Definition
work overtime
Example
Some employees work overtime during busy periods.
Verb phrase. Used for extra hours.
Term
improve teamwork
Definition
improve teamwork
Example
Team projects can improve teamwork.
Verb phrase. Used for workplace skills.
Term
use digital tools
Definition
use digital tools
Example
Workers use digital tools to manage projects.
Verb phrase. Used for workplace technology.
Term
save for retirement
Definition
save for retirement
Example
Workers should save for retirement.
Verb phrase. Used for future planning.
Term
Workers need to keep learning throughout their careers.
Definition
Workers need to keep learning throughout their careers.
Example
Workers need to keep learning throughout their careers.
Use for lifelong learning.
Term
occupation
Definition
occupation
Example
Some forms ask people to write their occupation.
Noun. A person’s job.
Term
overtime
Definition
overtime
Example
Too much overtime can cause stress.
Noun. Extra work hours.
Term
leadership
Definition
leadership
Example
Leadership skills are useful for managers.
Noun. Ability to guide people.
Term
automation
Definition
automation
Example
Automation can replace some simple jobs.
Noun. Machines or systems doing tasks automatically.
Term
pension
Definition
pension
Example
A pension supports people after retirement.
Noun. Money paid after retirement.
Term
A high salary is not the only reason to choose a job.
Definition
A high salary is not the only reason to choose a job.
Example
A high salary is not the only reason to choose a job.
Use for job choice.
Term
enter the job market
Definition
enter the job market
Example
Young people need skills before they enter the job market.
Verb phrase. Used for starting work.
Term
manage workload
Definition
manage workload
Example
Good planning can help employees manage workload.
Verb phrase. Used for stress and productivity.
Term
show leadership
Definition
show leadership
Example
Managers need to show leadership during difficult times.
Verb phrase. Used for management.
Term
replace workers
Definition
replace workers
Example
Automation may replace workers in some industries.
Verb phrase. Used for technology impact.
Term
receive a pension
Definition
receive a pension
Example
Many elderly people receive a pension.
Verb phrase. Used for retirement income.
Term
Job satisfaction is important for long-term happiness.
Definition
Job satisfaction is important for long-term happiness.
Example
Job satisfaction is important for long-term happiness.
Use for workplace well-being.
Term
career path
Definition
career path
Example
Students should think carefully about their career path.
Noun phrase. A series of jobs over time.
Term
workload
Definition
workload
Example
A heavy workload can lead to burnout.
Noun. The amount of work someone has.
Term
communication
Definition
communication
Example
Good communication can prevent problems at work.
Noun. Sharing information clearly.
Term
work-life balance
Definition
work-life balance
Example
Work-life balance is important for mental health.
Noun phrase. Balance between job and personal life.
Term
temporary job
Definition
temporary job
Example
A temporary job may not offer job security.
Noun phrase. A job for a short time.
Term
Governments should create more job opportunities.
Definition
Governments should create more job opportunities.
Example
Governments should create more job opportunities.
Use for employment policy.
Term
change career path
Definition
change career path
Example
Some workers change career path later in life.
Verb phrase. Used for career changes.
Term
increase job satisfaction
Definition
increase job satisfaction
Example
Flexible hours can increase job satisfaction.
Verb phrase. Used for employee happiness.
Term
communicate clearly
Definition
communicate clearly
Example
Employees should communicate clearly with customers.
Verb phrase. Used for work communication.
Term
improve work-life balance
Definition
improve work-life balance
Example
Remote work can improve work-life balance.
Verb phrase. Used for job benefits.
Term
do a temporary job
Definition
do a temporary job
Example
Students often do a temporary job during holidays.
Verb phrase. Used for short-term work.
Term
Young people often need experience before they can get a good job.
Definition
Young people often need experience before they can get a good job.
Example
Young people often need experience before they can get a good job.
Use for youth employment.
Term
job market
Definition
job market
Example
The job market is changing because of technology.
Noun phrase. The system of available jobs.
Term
job satisfaction
Definition
job satisfaction
Example
Job satisfaction can make employees more motivated.
Noun phrase. How happy someone is with their job.
Term
motivation
Definition
motivation
Example
Motivation affects how well people work.
Noun. The reason or energy to do something.
Term
commute
Definition
commute
Example
A long commute can make workers tired.
Noun. Travel between home and work.
Term
full-time job
Definition
full-time job
Example
A full-time job usually provides a steady income.
Noun phrase. A job with regular full hours.
Term
A better work-life balance can reduce stress.
Definition
A better work-life balance can reduce stress.
Example
A better work-life balance can reduce stress.
Use for health and work.
Term
apply for a job
Definition
apply for a job
Example
People often apply for a job online.
Verb phrase. Used in recruitment.
Term
create a safe workplace
Definition
create a safe workplace
Example
Employers should create a safe workplace.
Verb phrase. Used for worker protection.
Term
keep employees motivated
Definition
keep employees motivated
Example
Fair pay can keep employees motivated.
Verb phrase. Used for workplace management.
Term
reduce commuting time
Definition
reduce commuting time
Example
Working from home can reduce commuting time.
Verb phrase. Used for remote work benefits.
Term
have a full-time job
Definition
have a full-time job
Example
Many adults have a full-time job.
Verb phrase. Used for regular employment.
Term
The minimum wage should be enough to cover basic needs.
Definition
The minimum wage should be enough to cover basic needs.
Example
The minimum wage should be enough to cover basic needs.
Use for pay policy.
Term
Companies should treat employees fairly.
Definition
Companies should treat employees fairly.
Example
Companies should treat employees fairly.
Use for workplace fairness.
Term
Flexible hours can help parents manage family responsibilities.
Definition
Flexible hours can help parents manage family responsibilities.
Example
Flexible hours can help parents manage family responsibilities.
Use for flexible work.
Term
Both employers and employees benefit from a positive workplace.
Definition
Both employers and employees benefit from a positive workplace.
Example
Both employers and employees benefit from a positive workplace.
Use for mutual benefits.
Term
Overall, good employment is important for both individuals and society.
Definition
Overall, good employment is important for both individuals and society.
Example
Overall, good employment is important for both individuals and society.
Use as a conclusion.