Wk 7 ECU Vocab Step 1 607b

bustling centre

• A quiet and peaceful area, often in a rural setting.

• A lively and busy area, often in a city.

• A place known for its historical significance and monuments.

• A secluded spot for relaxation and solitude.

to put down a deposit

• To pay an initial sum of money as part of a larger payment.

• To withdraw money from a bank account.

• To transfer funds electronically.

• To take out a loan from a financial institution.

to get into debt

• To owe money to someone or an institution.

• To save money for future use.

• To lend money to a friend.

• To invest in a business venture.

to change one's ways

• Modify one's lifestyle or conduct.

• Alter one's behavior or habits.

• Maintain the same habits and routines.

• Ignore the need for change.

unemployment

• The state of being without a job despite actively seeking work.

• A temporary break from work due to personal reasons.

• A situation where a person is employed but dissatisfied with their job.

• The process of finding a new job after being laid off.

to dump trash

• Dispose of garbage or waste.

• Recycle materials for reuse.

• Store waste in a landfill.

• Burn waste to reduce volume.

to see steady growth

• To observe consistent and gradual progress or increase.

• To experience sudden and rapid changes.

• To remain stagnant without any changes.

• To fluctuate between high and low performance.

value for one's money

• Getting good quality or quantity for the amount spent.

• A term used to describe a high price for low quality.

• A concept that refers to spending less than necessary.

• An expression indicating dissatisfaction with a purchase.

in the middle of nowhere

• A bustling city center.

• A remote or isolated location.

• A popular tourist destination.

• A well-connected urban area.

inflation

• The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises.

• A decrease in the overall price level of goods and services.

• The total amount of money in circulation in an economy.

• A measure of the economic output of a country.