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best thing I ever did
Meaning: A phrase used to emphasize that an action or decision was extremely positive or beneficial.
Example: Studying abroad was the best thing I ever did for my career.
move to
Meaning: To change position, job, or department.
Example: After two years in finance, she moved to customer services.
on the job
Meaning: While working; during actual employment rather than in formal study.
Example: He learned most of his skills on the job rather than at college.
make good friends
Meaning: To form strong and positive relationships with people.
Example: During her internship, she made good friends with her colleagues.
arrive in plenty of time
Meaning: To arrive early enough to avoid being late and to prepare calmly.
Example: He arrived in plenty of time for the interview to avoid rushing.
trainee
IPA: /ˌtreɪˈniː/ (UK), /ˌtreɪˈniː/ (US)
Meaning: A person who is being trained for a job or profession.
Meaning: A person who is being trained for a job or profession.
Example: The company hired ten new trainees for the customer service department.
diploma
IPA: /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/ (UK), /dɪˈploʊ.mə/ (US)
Meaning: A certificate awarded by an educational institution to show completion of a course.
Meaning: A certificate awarded by an educational institution to show completion of a course.
Example: She received a diploma in business skills after her training year.
minimum wage
IPA: /ˌmɪn.ɪ.məm ˈweɪdʒ/ (UK), /ˌmɪn.ə.məm ˈweɪdʒ/ (US)
Meaning: The lowest pay rate legally allowed for workers.
Meaning: The lowest pay rate legally allowed for workers.
Example: Trainees often earn the minimum wage until they are offered full-time positions.
confidence
IPA: /ˈkɒn.fɪ.dəns/ (UK), /ˈkɑːn.fɪ.dəns/ (US)
Meaning: A feeling of self-assurance arising from appreciation of one’s abilities.
Meaning: A feeling of self-assurance arising from appreciation of one’s abilities.
Example: By the end of the training, she had gained so much confidence in her work.
advantage
IPA: /ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ/ (UK), /ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ/ (US)
Meaning: A benefit or positive aspect of a situation.
Meaning: A benefit or positive aspect of a situation.
Example: The company’s location near the train station is a real advantage for employees.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 13 Listening Test 4 - Section 1
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