Travel and Vocabulary Flashcards

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attitude (n) /ˈætɪtjuːd/

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the way that someone thinks or behaves towards someone/something. Example: The local people on the island have a positive attitude towards tourists.

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tourism (n) /ˈtʊərɪzəm/

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the business related to providing services for people travelling on holiday. Example: The islanders depend on tourism to make a living.

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sustainable (adj) /sʌsˈteɪnəbl/

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keeping a natural balance by not using up natural resources. Example: Wind power is a sustainable form of energy.

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hidden (adj) /ˈhɪdn/

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not able to be seen or found easily. Example: There was a hidden door behind the cupboard.

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time off (n) /taɪm ɒf/

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a period of time when you do not go to work or school. Example: The manager wouldn’t let anyone take time off until the project was finished.

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carbon footprint (n) /ˌkɑːbən ˈfʊtprɪnt/

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the amount of carbon dioxide your activities produce. Example: Sophie reduced her carbon footprint by taking cold showers.

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return flight (n) /rɪˈtɜːn flaɪt/

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a ticket for a journey by plane that covers going to and back from somewhere. Example: We booked a return flight to Paris.

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CO2 (n) /siː əʊ tʊ/

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the gas produced when animals breathe out, or when carbon is burnt. Example: CO2 is one of the gases that cause global warming.

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generate (v) /ˈʤenəreɪt/

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produce. Example: The sun’s energy can be used to generate electricity.

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harmful (adj) /ˈhɑːmfl/

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causing harm or injury to someone/something. Example: Overeating can be harmful to your health.