Listening Framework Pre-advanced 2 (E) Unit 10

deaf

having no ability to hear
Some deaf people use sign language to communicate.

language

a way of communicating using words, signs, or symbols
Children learn language quickly by listening and repeating.

structure

the way parts are organized or put together
The structure of this essay is clear and logical.

visual

having to do with sight or seeing
The visual design of the website is very modern.

contact

the act of connecting with someone or something
The doctor had close contact with patients.

disrespectful

rude; not polite
It’s disrespectful to talk during a performance.

gesture

a movement of one’s body or face
She made a friendly gesture by waving her hand.

abstract

relating to ideas or feelings, not physical things
The artist is famous for his abstract paintings.

capable

being able to do what is needed
He is a capable worker who finishes tasks on time.

confidence

a sense of trust or faith in a person or thing
She has confidence in her English speaking skills.

context

the situation or information that helps explain something
The meaning of this word changes in a different context.

direct

getting straight to the point
The teacher gave direct instructions to the students.

disagree

to have a different opinion or not agree
Many people disagree about which movie is the best.

friendliness

a kind and welcoming attitude toward others
The friendliness of the hotel staff made our trip better.

misunderstanding

a mistake in understanding something correctly
There was a small misunderstanding between us.

nod

to move the head up and down, usually to greet or agree
She nodded when the teacher asked if she understood.

tone

the way a voice sounds that shows feeling or attitude
His tone changed when he talked to his boss.

essential

very important and necessary
It’s essential to drink enough water every day.

main point

the most important idea or message
The main point of the lesson is to practice speaking.

engage

to take part in something or to attract attention
Students should engage more in class discussions.

enough

as much as needed
We don’t have enough chairs for everyone.

clarity

the quality of being clear and easy to understand
The teacher explained the lesson with great clarity.

simplified

made easier to understand or do
The book gives a simplified explanation of the topic.

firm

solid, strong, not soft
The teacher maintained a firm stance on classroom rules.

assume

to think that something is true without proof
Many people assumed that the test would be easy.

opposite

completely different from something else
I have an opposite opinion about this plan.

milestone

an important event or stage in someone’s life or history
Graduating from college was a major milestone in her life.

address

to speak about or deal with a problem
The article addresses the problem of pollution.

bilingual

able to speak and understand two languages fluently
She works as a bilingual teacher, teaching both English and Spanish.