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Suggested terms: VOA Special English Education Report
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move on to
Meaning: To shift to the next topic or subject.
Example: This week we move on to English language tests.
same with
Meaning: Used to say that something is also true for another case.
Example: One million people take the TOEFL each year. Same with the IELTS.
be given in
Meaning: To be administered or offered in a particular place.
Example: The TOEFL is given in 180 countries.
true-to-life
Meaning: Realistic; similar to real-world situations.
Example: IELTS measures true-to-life ability to communicate in English.
fall between
Meaning: To be within a range of values.
Example: The TOEFL‑IBT price generally falls between $150 and $200.
TOEFL‑IBT
IPA (UK): /ˈtəʊ.fəl ˌaɪ.biːˈtiː/
IPA (US): /ˈtoʊ.fəl ˌaɪ.biːˈtiː/
Meaning: The Internet‑Based Test version of the TOEFL, measuring all four language skills.
Meaning: The Internet‑Based Test version of the TOEFL, measuring all four language skills.
Example: The TOEFL‑IBT is the most common version used worldwide.
IELTS
IPA (UK): /ˈaɪ.ɛlts/
IPA (US): /ˈaɪ.ɛlts/
Meaning: A major English proficiency test used for education, immigration, and employment.
Meaning: A major English proficiency test used for education, immigration, and employment.
Example: IELTS includes a live speaking interview with a certified examiner.
ESOL
IPA (UK): /ˈiː.sɒl/
IPA (US): /ˈiː.sɑːl/
Meaning: English for Speakers of Other Languages; a certification for English examiners.
Meaning: English for Speakers of Other Languages; a certification for English examiners.
Example: IELTS speaking examiners are certified in ESOL.
general training (test)
IPA (UK): /ˈdʒen.rəl ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ/
IPA (US): /ˈdʒen.rəl ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ/
Meaning: One of the two IELTS reading and writing options, used for immigration or work.
Meaning: One of the two IELTS reading and writing options, used for immigration or work.
Example: IELTS offers academic or general training reading and writing tests.
executive director
IPA (UK): /ɪɡˈzek.jʊ.tɪv dɪˈrek.tər/
IPA (US): /ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv dɪˈrek.tɚ/
Meaning: The person in charge of managing an organization.
Meaning: The person in charge of managing an organization.
Example: The executive director of IELTS International says 2,000 U.S. schools accept the test.
Other Listening Exercises
TOEFL or IELTS?
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