Common PTE Vocabulary and Collocations Flashcards

A collection of high-frequency vocabulary terms and collocations designed for PTE (Pearson Test of English) exam preparation, based on the provided list of 通用 (Common) words.

a great deal of

A large amount or quantity of something.

a matter of

A question or issue regarding a specific subject.

a number of

Several or some of something.

a range of

A variety or a series of different things.

a variety of

The state of being different or diverse; a multi-faceted selection.

abandon

To leave behind, desert, or give up on something completely.

ability

The capacity or power to do something.

absolutely necessary

Something that is completely essential or required.

academic achievement

The attainment of success in school or educational performance.

accept responsibility

To take the blame or the duty for a particular situation.

access to

The means or opportunity to approach or enter a place or system.

accommodate

To provide lodging or sufficient space for someone or something.

accompany

To go along with or escort someone as a companion.

accomplish

To successfully complete or achieve a task.

according to

As stated by or in proportion to.

account for

To provide an explanation or reason for a situation.

accurate information

Facts that are correct, exact, and without errors.

achieve success

To reach a desired goal or result through effort.

acknowledge

To accept or admit the existence or truth of something.

acquire

To buy, obtain, or get possession of an object or skill.

active participant

A person who takes part in an activity with energy and engagement.

adapt

To become adjusted to new conditions.

adequate preparation

The process of getting ready with sufficient resources and time.

adjacent to

Next to or adjoining something else.

adjust to

To change something slightly to make it fit or to adapt to a new environment.

advocate

To publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy.

affordable

Something that is inexpensive enough for people to buy.

against the law

Illegal or in violation of official rules.

agricultural

Relating to the science or practice of farming.

all over the world

Spanning across the entire globe; everywhere.

allocate

To distribute resources or duties for a particular purpose.

almost impossible

Extremely difficult to achieve; nearly unattainable.

alternative to

Another choice or option instead of the current one.

altitude

The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.

amazing result

A consequence or outcome that is causing great surprise or wonder.

ancient civilization

A complex human society from the distant past.

anticipate problem

To foresee or predict a difficulty before it happens.

apparent

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

appreciate the importance

To recognize the full worth or value of something significant.

approach to

A way of dealing with something or a specific method.

appropriate for

Suitable or right for a particular situation or person.

arise from

To originate or happen as a result of something.

artificial

Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally.

as a matter of fact

In reality; used to emphasize a point or correct a statement.

as opposed to

In contrast to or instead of.

assume responsibility

To take on a duty or become accountable for something.

at the expense of

So as to cause harm or neglect to something else.

attitude towards

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something.

attract attention

To cause people to notice or look at something.

available for

Able to be used or obtained for a specific purpose.

back and forth

Moving in one direction and then the opposite.

balance between

A situation in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

barrier

A fence, wall, or other obstacle that prevents movement or access.

basic assumption

A fundamental belief taken for granted without proof.

bear in mind

To remember or take into account a specific fact.

beyond doubt

Completely certain; indisputable.

big picture

The entire perspective or the whole situation instead of just the details.

biggest challenge

The most significant or difficult trial to overcome.

break down

To stop functioning due to a mechanical failure.

breakthrough

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.

bring about

To cause something to happen.

by accident

By chance; unintentionally.

by means of

Using a particular method or process.

calculate the cost

To determine the total monetary expense of an item or service.

case study

A detailed investigation of a single person, group, or event.

cause and effect

The relationship between an action and its subsequent result.

change the subject

To start talking about something different.

clear idea

A distinct and well-understood thought or plan.

coincide

To happen at the same time.

collaboration

The action of working with someone to produce or create something.

come across

To meet or find someone or something by chance.

come to an end

To reach a conclusion or finish.

common sense

Good sense and sound judgment in practical matters.

competitive advantage

A condition or circumstance that puts a company in a favorable professional position.

comply with

To act in accordance with a wish, command, or set of rules.

comprehensive

Complete and including all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.

concentrate on

To focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity.

consequent

Following as a result or effect.

considerable

Great in amount, size, or importance.

consistent with

Acting or done in the same way over time, or in agreement with something else.

consult

To seek information or advice from an expert.

contrary

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.

contribute to

To give something, such as money or time, to help achieve or provide something.

cope with

To deal effectively with something difficult.

cost effective

Productive or beneficial in relation to its cost.

cross the line

To go beyond what is considered acceptable or right.

cultural background

The social and historical environment that shapes an individual's identity.

cut down on

To reduce the size, amount, or quantity of something.

daily basis

Occurring every day.

data gathering

The process of collecting info or facts.

deal with

To take action to solve a problem or handle a situation.

decide on

To choose something from a number of possibilities.

deficit

The amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small.

demand

An insistent and peremptory request, made as if by right.

dependent on

Requiring something or someone for financial, emotional, or other support.

depict

To show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form.

derive

To obtain something from a specified source.

despite the fact

Even though; used to introduce a statement that makes another statement surprising.

detailed analysis

A thorough and comprehensive examination of a subject.