B1 Exam Practice Vocabulary GEB1 | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Common words and definitions

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What does 'delighted' mean? "I was delighted when I passed my exam."

very pleased/happy

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What does 'disappointed' mean? "I was disappointed with my exam result."

unhappy because someone or something was not as good as you hoped or expected, or because something did not happen

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What does 'keen on' mean? "I'm keen on watching football, but I don't like playing it."

very interested in something, a better way of saying 'I like'

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What does 'be used to' mean? "Living abroad was difficult at first, but now I'm used to it."

familiar with a condition or activity

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What does 'chance' mean? "If you give me a chance to speak, I'll explain."

an occasion that allows something to be done, an opportunity

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What does 'looking forward to' mean? "I'm really looking forward to my trip to Paris. I'm so excited."

to feel pleased and excited about something that is going to happen

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What does 'afford' mean? "I've saved 600 euros so now I can afford a new phone."

to be able to buy or do something because you have enough money or time

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What does 'earn' mean? "I earn 500 euros a month from my part time job."

to receive money as payment for work that you do

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What does 'develop' mean? "I would like to develop my photography skills in the future."

to (cause something to) grow or change into a more advanced, larger, or stronger form. To get better, improve

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What does 'persuade' mean? "I didn't want to go to the party, but you've persuaded me to go."

to make someone do or believe something by giving them a good reason to do it or by talking to that person and making them believe it

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What does 'intend' mean? "I intended to do my homework last night, but I watched TV instead."

to have a plan or purpose

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What does 'sign' mean? "Can you sign your name below, please?"

to write your name, usually on a written or printed document

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What does 'left' mean? "There are only five biscuits left."

you have some remaining after the rest has been used, eaten, taken, etc.

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What does 'complain' mean? "My burger is cold. I'm going back to the till to complain."

to say that something is wrong or not satisfactory

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What does 'apologise' mean? "You should apologise to the teacher for forgetting your homework."

to tell someone that you are sorry for having done something that has caused problems or unhappiness for them

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What does 'cup' mean? "I really need a cup of coffee."

a small, round container, often with a handle, used for drinking tea, coffee, etc.

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