3/7/2025-Cam14- Motivational factors and the hospitality Industry

hospitality

Friendly and generous behavior toward guests or strangers

welcome, friendliness, kindness, warmth, generosity, sociability, cordiality, affability

The hotel's hospitality made our stay unforgettable. Sự hiếu khách của khách sạn khiến kỳ nghỉ của chúng tôi trở nên khó quên.

critical

Extremely important or essential

crucial, vital, important, decisive, key, fundamental, pivotal, significant

It is critical to follow safety procedures. Việc tuân theo các quy trình an toàn là cực kỳ quan trọng.

superior

Higher in quality or status

excellent, high-class, top-quality, first-class, premium, elite, exceptional, outstanding

This model is superior to the older version. Mẫu này vượt trội hơn phiên bản cũ.

performance

The action of performing a task, function, or show

presentation, enactment, execution, display, delivery, operation, behavior, portrayal

Her stage performance was stunning. Màn trình diễn của cô ấy trên sân khấu thật tuyệt vời.

accomplish

To complete or achieve something successfully

achieve, complete, execute, carry out, fulfill, succeed in, finish, attain

He accomplished all his goals last year. Anh ấy đã hoàn thành tất cả mục tiêu năm ngoái.

acquire

To gain possession or knowledge of something

obtain, gain, attain, achieve, get hold of, collect, secure, procure

She acquired new language skills in Spain. Cô ấy đã thu được kỹ năng ngôn ngữ mới khi ở Tây Ban Nha.

retain

To keep or continue to have something

keep, maintain, preserve, hold, save, secure, uphold, store

The building retains its original charm. Tòa nhà vẫn giữ được vẻ quyến rũ ban đầu.

judicious

Showing good judgment

wise, sensible, prudent, rational, thoughtful, reasonable, logical, informed

She made a judicious decision in choosing her career. Cô ấy đã đưa ra quyết định sáng suốt khi chọn nghề nghiệp.

aim

A purpose or desired outcome

goal, target, purpose, objective, intention, ambition, aspiration, end

My aim is to improve my IELTS score. Mục tiêu của tôi là cải thiện điểm IELTS.

sector

A part or division of society or economy

segment, field, zone, area, branch, division, category, sphere

The public sector is investing in renewable energy. Khu vực công đang đầu tư vào năng lượng tái tạo.

emphasize

To give special importance or attention to something

highlight, stress, underline, accentuate, point out, reinforce, spotlight, bring attention to

The teacher emphasized the importance of time management. Giáo viên nhấn mạnh tầm quan trọng của quản lý thời gian.

work-life balance

The division of time and focus between working and personal life

life balance, lifestyle harmony, job-leisure balance, well-being, equilibrium, personal time, flexibility

She struggles to maintain a work-life balance. Cô ấy gặp khó khăn trong việc duy trì sự cân bằng giữa công việc và cuộc sống.

address

To deal with or tackle a problem or issue

solve, handle, deal with, tackle, cope with, manage, confront, respond to

The government must address the housing crisis. Chính phủ phải giải quyết khủng hoảng nhà

possess

To own or have something

own, have, hold, retain, acquire, keep, occupy, control

He possesses great leadership qualities. Anh ấy sở hữu phẩm chất lãnh đạo tuyệt vời.

capability

The ability or qualities necessary to do something

ability, competence, potential, capacity, proficiency, aptitude, skill, talent

She has the capability to lead the team. Cô ấy có năng lực để dẫn dắt nhóm.

Paraphrasing:

• hospitality → warm reception

• critical → of great importance

• superior → better in quality

• performance → execution of a task

• accomplish → bring to completion

• acquire → come into possession of

• retain → not let go of

• judicious → using sound judgment

• aim → intended outcome

• sector → specific area

• emphasize → give importance to

• work-life balance → equal focus on career and personal life

• address → take action to resolve

• possess → have ownership of

• capability → the power to do something

Collocations:

• hospitality industry, warm hospitality

• critical decision, critical situation

• superior quality, superior performance

• stage performance, performance review

• accomplish a task, accomplish a goal

• acquire knowledge, acquire skills

• retain information, retain control

• judicious choice, judicious use

• set an aim, main aim

• public/private sector, industrial sector

• emphasize the need, emphasize the importance

• achieve work-life balance, poor work-life balance

• address a problem, address concerns

• possess talent, possess rights

• capability to do, military capability

IELTS Tips:

• Writing Task 2: Use words like address, emphasize, acquire for academic tone.

• Speaking: “I try to maintain a good work-life balance.” / “Hospitality is critical in tourism.”

• Reading: Recognize synonyms like attain for acquire or highlight for emphasize.

• Listening: Be alert for collocations (e.g., “retain staff”, “superior quality”) to catch key ideas.

competitive advantage

An advantage that makes a company more successful than others

edge, upper hand, benefit, lead, leverage, strength, asset, superiority

A strong brand gives companies a competitive advantage. Một thương hiệu mạnh mang lại lợi thế cạnh tranh cho công ty.

Business edge over rivals

gain/have/maintain a competitive advantage, key competitive advantage

Use in IELTS Writing Task 2 about business success or globalization.

recognition

Awareness or acknowledgment of something or someone

identification, awareness, acknowledgment, appreciation, gratitude, acceptance, respect, realization

The singer got international recognition. Ca sĩ đó đã được công nhận quốc tế.

Acknowledging someone’s value

gain/receive recognition, public/international recognition

Good for Speaking Part 2: Describe an achievement or someone you admire.

hospitality industry

Businesses providing food, drink, or accommodation

hotel sector, catering sector, food service, lodging, restaurant sector, accommodation, tourism, service industry

The hospitality industry suffered during the pandemic. Ngành dịch vụ khách sạn bị ảnh hưởng trong đại dịch.

Food and lodging business

work in the hospitality industry, booming hospitality industry

Use in Writing Task 2 (tourism, economy) or Speaking (job description, travel).

dominated by

To be the most common or controlling force

ruled by, led by, governed by, controlled by, prevalent in, commanded by, influenced by, driven by

The market is dominated by foreign brands. Thị trường đang bị chi phối bởi các thương hiệu nước ngoài.

Controlled or led by something

market/industry dominated by, heavily dominated by

Use in Task 1 Academic (charts/graphs) and Task 2 to describe trends or social structures.

underdeveloped

Not advanced or mature

immature, backward, basic, weak, primitive, rudimentary, poor, inferior

The region is still underdeveloped. Khu vực đó vẫn còn kém phát triển.

Not yet developed fully

underdeveloped region/area, remain underdeveloped

Useful in Task 2 (development, education, health topics).

practices

Acts or processes of doing something regularly

habits, routines, activities, customs, procedures, rituals, exercises, operations

Traditional practices are still followed. Những tập quán truyền thống vẫn còn được duy trì.

Regular or professional actions

adopt/apply/improve practices, best practices

Use in Writing (culture, education, business) to show real-world examples.

substance

Core or essence

essence, core, gist, heart, meaning, content, importance, theme

The substance of the speech was unclear. Nội dung chính của bài phát biểu không rõ ràng.

Central meaning or idea

of substance, lacking substance, the real substance

Ideal for Writing Task 2 - when evaluating arguments.

foster

To promote or support development

encourage, nurture, promote, support, cultivate, raise, develop, aid

Schools should foster creativity. Trường học nên nuôi dưỡng sự sáng tạo.

Help grow or develop something

foster talent/skills/relationships

Use in Writing/Speaking when discussing education or leadership.

constructive

Positive and useful

beneficial, helpful, productive, useful, valuable, encouraging, meaningful, fruitful

She gave constructive feedback. Cô ấy đã đưa ra phản hồi mang tính xây dựng.

Helpful for development or improvement

constructive criticism/feedback/approach

Use in IELTS Writing for balanced discussion or evaluation.

represent

To speak or act on behalf of something

stand for, symbolize, depict, present, speak for, express, illustrate, embody

This logo represents our company. Biểu tượng này đại diện cho công ty chúng tôi.

Act as a symbol or agent for

represent a group/idea/country, be represented by

Useful in Speaking Part 2 (symbols, traditions) or Writing Task 1.

managerial

Related to managing or administration

administrative, executive, supervisory, leadership, organizational, directorial, operational, decision-making

She has managerial experience. Cô ấy có kinh nghiệm quản lý.

Involving decision-making and leadership

managerial skills/roles/positions

Use when describing job roles or leadership in IELTS Speaking or Writing.

enable

To make possible

allow, permit, support, empower, aid, assist, authorize, facilitate

This software enables easy tracking. Phần mềm này cho phép theo dõi dễ dàng.

Make something possible

enable someone to do something, technology enables

High-frequency word in Writing Task 2 (technology, education).

draw out

To elicit or expand upon something

bring out, elaborate, explain, express, uncover, clarify, highlight, extract

The teacher tried to draw out the shy student. Giáo viên cố gắng khơi gợi học sinh nhút nhát.

Encourage to express or explain

draw out information/ideas/emotions

Useful for Speaking Part 3 and Writing (argument development).

potential

Possibility or capacity for development

capability, ability, aptitude, promise, talent, capacity, power, prospects

She has a lot of potential in art. Cô ấy có nhiều tiềm năng trong nghệ thuật.

Future possibility or ability

realize/fulfill/achieve potential, show potential

Good for both Speaking and Writing to show opportunity or talent.

broadly

In general, mostly

generally, largely, mostly, widely, overall, extensively, commonly, universally

The idea is broadly accepted. Ý tưởng này được chấp nhận rộng rãi.

Generally speaking

broadly speaking/defined/accepted

Useful in academic-style writing to show general trends.

aspect

A particular part or feature

feature, characteristic, element, trait, side, facet, angle, quality

One aspect of culture is language. Một khía cạnh của văn hóa là ngôn ngữ.

Specific feature or element

every aspect, one aspect of, key/important aspect

Use in Writing Task 2 when analyzing topics (e.g., education, health).

employee turnover

The rate at which workers leave and are replaced

staff attrition, employee loss, labor movement, quitting rate, resignation rate, workforce loss, staff rotation, HR churn

High employee turnover affects productivity. Tỷ lệ nghỉ việc cao ảnh hưởng đến năng suất.

Rate at which employees leave

high/low employee turnover, reduce employee turnover

Use in Writing/Speaking when discussing workplace issues.

recurring

Happening repeatedly

repeated, frequent, regular, continual, cyclical, ongoing, repetitive, persistent

He had recurring nightmares. Anh ấy có những cơn ác mộng lặp đi lặp lại.

Happening again and again

recurring issue/problem/theme

Good for Writing Task 2: when discussing ongoing social problems.

cite

To mention as an example or proof

mention, refer to, quote, indicate, bring up, point out, name, list

He cited research to support his idea. Anh ấy trích dẫn nghiên cứu để hỗ trợ ý kiến của mình.

Mention for support

cite a study/source/reason/example

Useful for Writing Task 2 to give supporting evidence.

compensation

Something given as payment or reward

payment, reward, reimbursement, benefit, wage, salary, allowance, remuneration

He received compensation for the injury. Anh ấy nhận được tiền bồi thường cho chấn thương.

Financial or other reward

receive compensation, compensation package/pay

Useful in Task 2: employment rights, workplace fairness.

inadequate

Not enough or not good enough

insufficient, deficient, lacking, meager, unsatisfactory, poor, substandard, scarce

The water supply is inadequate. Nguồn cung cấp nước không đủ.

Not sufficient or acceptable

inadequate system/support/funding

Very common in Writing Task 2 problems (education, health care, etc.).

compromised

Made worse or harmed

weakened, damaged, reduced, worsened, impaired, affected, flawed, poor

Safety was compromised. An toàn đã bị ảnh hưởng nghiêm trọng.

Lowered in quality or effectiveness

security/health/system compromised

Good for Writing Task 2 or Speaking (technology, privacy, safety).

morale

Emotional state or spirit of a group

spirit, enthusiasm, confidence, mood, drive, energy, attitude, motivation

Low morale affects performance. Tinh thần thấp ảnh hưởng đến hiệu suất.

Group spirit or energy

boost morale, high/low morale

Useful when discussing workplace or team productivity in Writing.

demonstrate

To show or explain something clearly

show, display, illustrate, explain, reveal, express, manifest, indicate

He demonstrated how to use the device. Anh ấy đã trình bày cách sử dụng thiết bị.

Show or explain how something works

demonstrate skills/knowledge/procedure

Key verb for Writing Task 2 and Speaking (explanations, processes).

motivate

To encourage or inspire

inspire, encourage, stimulate, provoke, activate, push, drive, empower

The coach motivated the team. Huấn luyện viên đã truyền động lực cho đội.

Encourage someone to act

motivate employees/students/team

Frequently used in IELTS Speaking (education, success, leadership).

obstacle

Something that blocks or hinders progress

barrier, hurdle, difficulty, impediment, problem, blockage, setback, hindrance

Fear was the biggest obstacle. Nỗi sợ là trở ngại lớn nhất.

Something in the way of success

face/overcome/remove obstacles

Writing Task 2: common for problems/solutions essays.

obligated

Feeling grateful or thankful

grateful, thankful, appreciative, indebted, bound, beholden, obliged, thankful

I feel obligated to help. Tôi cảm thấy có nghĩa vụ phải giúp.

Feel a duty or gratitude

feel obligated, obligated to do something

Use in Speaking when expressing feelings of duty or social norms.

succinctly

In a brief and clear way

briefly, concisely, shortly, compactly, to the point, in summary, crisply, clearly

He succinctly explained the issue. Anh ấy giải thích ngắn gọn vấn đề.

Using few words

express/explain succinctly

Very useful in Speaking and Writing conclusions or summaries.

summarize

To briefly state the main points

review, recap, sum up, condense, conclude, outline, retell, restate

She summarized the article. Cô ấy đã tóm tắt bài báo.

Present the main ideas in short

summarize an argument/text/article

Important in Writing Task 2 and Speaking Part 3: summarizing views.

enhance

Meaning: to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something. Synonyms: improve, increase, boost, raise, develop, upgrade, refine, heighten

EN: Training will enhance your performance. VN: Việc đào tạo sẽ nâng cao hiệu suất của bạn.

Make something better or more effective

enhance skills, enhance performance, enhance quality

Common in Task 2 essays related to education, technology, job skills. Use it instead of "make better".

retention

Meaning: the act of keeping or holding on to something. Synonyms: keeping, holding, preserving, maintaining, saving, storing, reservation, remembering

EN: Employee retention is a challenge. VN: Giữ chân nhân viên là một thách thức.

The ability to keep something over time

employee retention, water retention, retention policy

Use in HR or business IELTS topics. Often linked with staff turnover or education.

inherently

Meaning: in a natural or basic way. Synonyms: naturally, intrinsically, innately, fundamentally, essentially, integrally, basically, by nature

EN: The system is inherently flawed. VN: Hệ thống vốn bản chất đã có lỗi.

Something that is true as a natural quality

inherently dangerous, inherently unstable, inherently valuable

Adverb form useful in discussing complex issues (ethics, politics) in Writing Task 2.

reaction

Meaning: a response to something. Synonyms: response, reply, feedback, answer, backlash, reflex, return, reception

EN: His reaction was unexpected. VN: Phản ứng của anh ấy thật bất ngờ.

A way someone behaves or feels after something happens

emotional reaction, allergic reaction, public reaction

Useful in Speaking Part 2 when describing events.

characteristic

Meaning: a feature that is typical of someone or something. Synonyms: trait, feature, attribute, quality, mark, peculiarity, sign, property

EN: Honesty is his best characteristic. VN: Tính trung thực là đặc điểm nổi bật của anh ấy.

A specific quality that defines someone or something

defining characteristic, human characteristic, common characteristic

Use when describing people or cultures in Writing Task 1/2.

predisposition

Meaning: a tendency to behave in a particular way. Synonyms: tendency, inclination, bias, disposition, bent, leaning, susceptibility, proneness

EN: He has a predisposition to anxiety. VN: Anh ta có khuynh hướng lo âu.

A natural or learned leaning toward something

genetic predisposition, predisposition toward violence

Strong academic word—good for psychology, health topics.

hypothesis

Meaning: an idea you propose for further investigation. Synonyms: theory, assumption, guess, proposition, premise, supposition, speculation, postulation

EN: The hypothesis was proven correct. VN: Giả thuyết đã được chứng minh là đúng.

A proposed explanation needing testing

test a hypothesis, propose a hypothesis, scientific hypothesis

Perfect for Academic Task 1/2 writing about research or data.

opportunity

Meaning: a chance to do something. Synonyms: chance, prospect, opening, shot, break, option, window, occasion

EN: This is a great opportunity for growth. VN: Đây là một cơ hội tuyệt vời để phát triển.

A favorable moment for advancement or success

job opportunity, learning opportunity, equal opportunity

Use in Speaking & Writing about future plans, education, career.

in relation to

Meaning: concerning or regarding something. Synonyms: regarding, concerning, about, with respect to, connected to, touching on, referring to, in reference to

EN: In relation to your request... VN: Liên quan đến yêu cầu của bạn...

Used to link topics or issues

law in relation to privacy, statements in relation to evidence

Useful in formal writing to structure logical connections.

perception

Meaning: the way you see or understand something. Synonyms: view, insight, awareness, understanding, opinion, outlook, interpretation, recognition

EN: Public perception matters. VN: Nhận thức của công chúng là rất quan trọng.

How something is interpreted or understood

public perception, visual perception, change in perception

Useful in psychology, media, or culture topics.

separate

Meaning: to divide or disconnect. Synonyms: split, divide, detach, disconnect, isolate, segregate, sever, break

EN: We need to separate facts from opinions. VN: Chúng ta cần tách sự thật khỏi ý kiến.

Put apart from each other

separate rooms, separate issue, separate ways

Use in academic or logical argument structures.

troubling

Meaning: causing worry. Synonyms: worrying, disturbing, upsetting, distressing, alarming, concerning, annoying, disconcerting

EN: This report is quite troubling. VN: Báo cáo này khá đáng lo ngại.

Making people feel nervous or upset

troubling trend, troubling situation, troubling data

Use to express concern or introduce problems in Task 2.

sophisticated

Meaning: advanced or complex. Synonyms: advanced, complex, intricate, refined, classy, cultured, polished, intelligent

EN: The device is very sophisticated. VN: Thiết bị này rất tinh vi.

Highly developed or elegant

sophisticated system, sophisticated technology, sophisticated design

Very useful to describe systems, technology, or ideas.

in a real sense

Meaning: partly or practically true. Synonyms: in effect, in truth, to some extent, arguably, in a way, practically, in essence, from one perspective

EN: In a real sense, he failed. VN: Xét theo một cách thực tế, anh ta đã thất bại.

Describes a partial or practical truth

in a real sense of freedom, in a real sense of equality

Academic usage—use to express nuanced opinion in Writing Task 2.

dichotomy

Meaning: a division into two opposite parts. Synonyms: contrast, split, division, polarity, opposition, separation, difference, paradox

EN: A dichotomy exists between theory and practice. VN: Có một sự đối lập giữa lý thuyết và thực hành.

Two things that are completely different

false dichotomy, dichotomy between rich and poor

Advanced term—impresses in Task 2 essays with contrast-based structure.

enable

Meaning: to make something possible. Synonyms: allow, permit, empower, facilitate, support, authorize, aid, grant

EN: This feature enables users to share content. VN: Tính năng này cho phép người dùng chia sẻ nội dung.

To give ability or power

enable access, enable development, enable growth

Highly useful when describing innovations or policy change.

retain

Meaning: to keep something. Synonyms: keep, hold, maintain, preserve, save, store, secure, reserve

EN: It’s important to retain information. VN: Việc giữ lại thông tin là rất quan trọng.

Continue to have something

retain talent, retain control, retain memory

Often used in education, employment, and data-related topics.

competent

Meaning: having sufficient skill or knowledge. Synonyms: skilled, proficient, capable, qualified, experienced, knowledgeable, efficient, expert

EN: She is a competent manager. VN: Cô ấy là một nhà quản lý có năng lực.

Having the ability to do something well

legally competent, highly competent, competent team

Useful when discussing job candidates, education, workforce.

imply

Meaning: to suggest indirectly. Synonyms: suggest, indicate, hint, infer, signify, allude to, signal, mean

EN: His tone implied anger. VN: Giọng điệu của anh ấy ngụ ý tức giận.

Suggest something without saying it directly

imply a connection, imply responsibility, strongly imply

Great for Speaking and Writing when analyzing meaning.

employee retention

Meaning: the ability of a company to keep staff. Synonyms: staff loyalty, staff retention, keeping employees, workforce stability, employee loyalty

EN: Good benefits boost employee retention. VN: Phúc lợi tốt giúp giữ chân nhân viên.

Keeping employees from leaving

improve employee retention, strategies for employee retention

Useful in business/HR-related IELTS essays.

extrinsic

Meaning: coming from outside. Synonyms: external, outside, outer, superficial, foreign, environmental, outward, contextual

EN: Extrinsic motivation is less effective. VN: Động lực bên ngoài kém hiệu quả hơn.

Not from within—outside influences

extrinsic factor, extrinsic reward, extrinsic pressure

Common in motivation and education topics.

context

Meaning: the situation in which something happens. Synonyms: background, environment, situation, setting, circumstance, surroundings, framework, condition

EN: Words have meaning in context. VN: Từ ngữ mang nghĩa tùy theo ngữ cảnh.

The conditions that form the setting for something

in context, social context, historical context

Useful to clarify meaning and avoid misunderstandings in essays.

job security

Meaning: the assurance of continuing employment. Synonyms: employment stability, work safety, permanent employment, stable job, tenure

EN: Job security is a top priority. VN: Sự ổn định công việc là ưu tiên hàng đầu.

The feeling or state of being safe in one's job

high job security, improve job security, lack of job security

Use in writing about employment trends or economy.

intrinsic

Meaning: coming from within. Synonyms: innate, inherent, internal, built-in, natural, essential, organic, genuine

EN: Intrinsic motivation is powerful. VN: Động lực nội tại rất mạnh mẽ.

Belonging naturally—inner value

intrinsic value, intrinsic motivation, intrinsic quality

Pair with “extrinsic” to show contrast in education/psychology topics.

conduct

To do or carry out an activity, often in an organized way

do, perform, accomplish, carry out, manage, implement, execute, oversee

The scientist conducted an experiment. Nhà khoa học tiến hành một thí nghiệm.

carry out, manage, perform an action

conduct research, conduct a survey, conduct an interview

Common in Writing Task 2 & Academic Writing. Useful in describing studies or procedures.

a chain of

A sequence of related items or events

series, sequence, succession, network, line, string, array, linkage

A chain of events led to the accident. Một chuỗi sự kiện đã dẫn đến tai nạn.

a series of, a sequence of

a chain of restaurants, a chain of events, a chain of command

Frequently used in Writing & Speaking to explain causes or development.

themed restaurant

A restaurant that uses a specific theme to create a unique dining experience

concept restaurant, immersive dining, style-based eatery, branded restaurant, motif restaurant, novelty restaurant, experiential dining, custom-themed eatery

We visited a themed restaurant styled like a pirate ship. Chúng tôi đã đến một nhà hàng theo chủ đề như tàu hải tặc.

restaurant with a unique design or theme

themed restaurant experience, themed restaurant decor

Useful in Speaking Part 2 when describing places you like to eat or experiences.

turnover

The rate at which people leave and are replaced in a job or organization

attrition, staff change, replacement rate, churn rate, rotation, transition, mobility, workforce flux

High turnover affects company productivity. Tỷ lệ thay thế nhân sự cao ảnh hưởng đến năng suất công ty.

employee replacement rate, staff movement

staff turnover, employee turnover, high turnover

Useful for Writing Task 2 about employment or company management.

framing

The act of enclosing or creating a structure or boundary

bordering, enclosing, surrounding, setting up, outlining, structuring, mounting, encasing

The painting was beautifully framed. Bức tranh đã được lắp khung rất đẹp.

creating a border or structure

picture framing, framing of policies, strategic framing

Academic usage in Writing Task 2 or Reading passages discussing media, art, or planning.

aligned

To be in agreement or in line with something

associated, supportive, in sync, in accord, coordinated, consistent, integrated, united

Their goals are aligned with the company’s vision. Mục tiêu của họ phù hợp với tầm nhìn của công ty.

matching, coordinating with

aligned with goals, aligned to standards, fully aligned

Common in Writing to describe agreement or harmony in systems or views.

delicate

Fragile or easily broken; requiring careful handling

fragile, weak, slight, elegant, sensitive, tender, refined, brittle

This vase is very delicate. Chiếc bình này rất mong manh.

easily broken, sensitive, requiring care

delicate balance, delicate fabric, emotionally delicate

Useful for Speaking and Writing when describing objects, emotions, or situations.

simultaneously

At the same time

concurrently, together, at once, synchronously, in parallel, instantaneously, jointly, at the same moment

The dancers moved simultaneously. Các vũ công đã di chuyển đồng thời.

happening at the same moment

occur simultaneously, run simultaneously, launch simultaneously

Common in Listening and Reading for processes and descriptions.

adopt

To accept or start using something

accept, implement, embrace, choose, take on, endorse, apply, acquire

The school has adopted a new method. Trường đã áp dụng một phương pháp mới.

take in or begin to use

adopt a policy, adopt a method, adopt a strategy

Strong for Task 2 Writing to suggest solutions or strategies.

assist

To help or support

support, help, aid, back, guide, facilitate, collaborate, serve

I will assist you with your homework. Tôi sẽ giúp đỡ bạn làm bài tập.

help, support

assist in doing something, assist someone with something

Useful in Writing and Speaking when describing cooperation or roles.

appropriate

Suitable or proper for a situation

suitable, fitting, apt, proper, relevant, applicable, acceptable, correct

This dress is appropriate for the event. Chiếc váy này phù hợp với sự kiện.

fitting or suitable

appropriate behavior, appropriate solution, appropriate measure

Very common in Writing Task 2 for evaluating solutions or methods.

adequate

Enough or satisfactory

sufficient, enough, acceptable, suitable, ample, reasonable, moderate, satisfactory

The water supply is adequate for the village. Nguồn nước là đủ cho ngôi làng.

sufficient, good enough

adequate resources, adequate explanation, adequate support

Common in Writing for comparing standards or expressing evaluation.

well-being

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy

happiness, comfort, welfare, safety, health, prosperity, stability, security

Exercise contributes to mental well-being. Tập thể dục góp phần vào sức khỏe tinh thần.

state of health and happiness

physical well-being, mental well-being, social well-being

Useful for Speaking and Writing when discussing health, quality of life, or lifestyle.