Career path

Vocabulary for Unit 9: Career Paths

  • adviser (n) /ǝd'vaizǝ(r)/: A person who gives advice, typically in a professional setting.

  • career (n) /ka'riǝ(r)/: A professional life path or occupation.

  • pursue (v) /pɔ'sju:/: To follow or chase after something, especially a goal.

  • applicant (n) /ˈæplikənt/: A person applying for a job or position.

  • school-leaver (n) /sku:l li:vǝ(r)/: A person who has just finished school.

  • automated (adj) /'ǝ:tameitid/: Operated by machines or technology to reduce human effort.

  • critical thinking (n) /ˈkrɪtɪkl 'θɪŋkɪŋ/: The ability to think clearly and rationally, understanding the logical connection between ideas.

  • decision-making (n): The process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions.

  • soft skills (n): Interpersonal skills that influence how one interacts with others, such as communication and teamwork.

  • adapt (v): To adjust or modify to fit a new situation.

  • gain (v): To obtain or achieve something.

  • passion (n) /pæfn/: A strong enthusiasm or interest in something.

  • personality (n) /pɜ:sə'nælǝti/: The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.

  • passionate (adj): Having or showing strong feelings or beliefs about something.

  • career path (n.p) /kǝ'riǝ(r) pa:0/: A progression or sequence of jobs that one undertakes in their professional life.

  • match (v): To correspond or be suitable for something.

  • specialty (n) /ˈspeʃəlti/: A specific area of expertise or focus within a profession.

  • barista (n) /bǝ'ri:stǝ/: A professional who prepares and serves coffee drinks.

  • position (n) /pǝ'zı√n/: A job or role within an organization.

  • obsolete (adj) /ˈɒbsəlɪt/: No longer produced or used; out of date.

  • fascinating (adj) /ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/: Extremely interesting.

  • tutor (n) /'tju:tǝ(r)/: A private teacher who gives additional, specialized instruction.

  • character (n) /'kærɪktə(r)/: The mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.

  • CV (n) /ˈcɜrɪkjʊləm vaɪˈteɪ/: A document outlining a person's educational background and work experience.

  • childminder (n): A person who looks after children, usually in their own home.

Phrasal Structures

  • keep up with something: To maintain pace or stay informed about something.

  • look down on somebody: To regard someone as inferior.

  • take over: To assume control or responsibility for something.

  • be in demand: To be sought after or wanted by people or organizations.

  • come up with something: To devise or think of an idea or solution.

  • deal with something: To handle or manage a situation.

  • take into account: To consider or include something in a decision or calculation.

Practice Questions

  1. Pronunciation Differences: Identify the word differing in pronunciation (e.g., question 1-4).

    • Example: A. position vs B. automated (Question 1)

  2. Stress Position: Mark the one with a different primary stress (e.g., question 3-4).

  3. Contextual Understanding: Answer questions based on provided sentences or contexts (Q5-Q30).

Example Question Format

  • Question 5: Unlike other teenagers his age, James is _ about doing voluntary work. A. obsolete B. passionateC. pursue D. adapt

  1. Career Advice: Learn key advice on pursuing careers regarding personal passion, qualifications, and job opportunities.