corruption
/kəˈrʌpʃən/ (n)
Having illegal activities – usually involving stealing money.
Example:
There’s a lot of corruption in the government. Money gets used for personal reasons.
infection
/ɪnfekˈʃən/ (n)
Illness because of a microorganism in the body.
Example:
I’m taking medicine for my chest infection.
focus
/fəʊˈkəs/ (v)
Pay strong attention to something.
Example:
I can’t go out tonight. I need to focus on my studies. Final exams start in 1 week.
incredible
/ɪnkredˈəbəl/ (adj)
Unbelievable / wonderful
Example:
That movie was incredible. I hope it gets an Oscar nomination.
promotion
/prəʊməʊˈshən/ (n)
An advancement / increase in role.
Example:
I hope I get a promotion at work this year.
compelling
/kəmpəlˈɪng/ (adj)
Requires a lot of attention.
Example:
The news about the flood victims is compelling. I’m going to donate some money to help them.
surrender
/sərenˈdər/ (v)
To abandon or give up.
Example:
The north surrendered to the south, so the war was finally over.
delivery
/dɪˌlɪvˈəri/ (n)
A package or shipment that is moved from one place to another.
Example:
I am going to the post office to see if my delivery has arrived.”
frown
/fraʊn/ (v)
Move your mouth down so you look sad/unhappy.
Example:
You frown all the time. Try to be happy!
topic
/tɑːpɪk/ (n)
A subject you talk about, write about, or study.
Example:
The topic of my essay is English slang in the 21st century.
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