Word list
| WORD | DEFINITION | WORD IN CONTEXT | VOCABULARY BUILDING |
|---|---|---|---|
| visa | A visa is a document that allows you to travel into or through a country. | If you are planning to work abroad, it is a good idea to contact the embassy of the country you are going to and inquire about their visa requirements such as whether you need a visa and whether you are eligible for one. | to apply for a visa toissue a visa : to be eligible for a visa (= to fulfil the requirements for getting a visa) to be refused a visa/ to have one's visa application turned down (= to not get the visa you applied for) |
| vocation | A job that you do because you have a strong feeling that you are especially suitable for it is called a vocation. | Many students find that by trying out different kinds of work, they find their vocation in life, the career they want to follow. | Vocational (adjective) training / courses teach you the skills you need for a particular job. They are more practical than purely academic courses. Sally went to vocational school (noun) twice a week while she was doing her apprenticeship. |
