Listening Framework Pre-advanced 1 (E) Unit 11

account

a place to keep your money at a bank
I opened an account at a bank.

alert

a warning about something
The city issued an alert about heavy rain and flooding.

limited

having a set amount
Due to limited resources, the project had to be postponed.

solution

the answer to a problem
Finding a solution to climate change requires global cooperation.

concern

something you worry or care about
Rising prices have become a major concern for many families.

fake

not real
The artist was accused of selling fake paintings to wealthy collectors.

risky

dangerous
Starting a new business without proper research is extremely risky.

theft

the act of stealing
The company installed cameras to reduce cases of employee theft.

afford

to have enough money to buy something
Few people can afford to live in the city center these days.

budget

to plan how to spend and save money
The company carefully budgeted its expenses for next year.

disappear

to go away or not be seen
The stars slowly disappeared as the morning light filled the sky.

ensure

to make sure something happens
Teachers must ensure that all students understand the instructions clearly.

feature

a special part of something
The most popular feature of this phone is its high-quality camera.

payment

money given for something you buy or use
You will receive an email after your payment is processed.

prefer

to like one thing more than something else
Many people prefer online shopping because it is more convenient.

security

something that keeps people or things safe
Good online security is essential to protect personal information.

track

to watch or keep a record of something
The delivery app allows you to track your package in real time.

unexpected

something you did not know would happen
His unexpected success shocked everyone in the company.

money

coins and bills used to buy things or pay for services
It’s important to manage your money wisely to prepare for the future.

make

to create, produce, or cause something to exist
The company plans to make changes to improve customer service.

aside

to one side
She pushed her worries aside and focused on the task at hand.

emergency

a sudden and dangerous situation that needs quick action
In case of a medical emergency, you should remain calm and follow the staff’s instructions.

cashless

not using cash, but using cards or digital payment instead
People rely on cashless methods, such as digital banking and mobile payments.

wallet

a small case for carrying money and cards
He took out his wallet to show his ID to the security guard.

overspend

to spend more money than you should or can afford
Many young adults overspend on luxury items without considering recently.

careful

paying attention to avoid mistakes or danger
You must be careful when handling this document, as it contains sensitive information.

within

inside a range, limit, or period of time
The project must be completed within the time frame agreed upon in the contract.

pocket

a small bag sewn into clothes for carrying small things
She found an old movie ticket in the pocket of her winter coat.

password

a secret word or code used to enter a computer or system
It’s important to create a strong password that includes both numbers and special characters.

downside

a disadvantage or negative part of something
The main downside of working from home is the lack of direct communication with colleagues.