Simon Haines, Vocabulary for Advanced (CAE). Unit 5 Risking it – extreme sports
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Simon Haines, Vocabulary for Advanced (CAE) Unit 5 Risking it – extreme sports, risk-taking English
definition
characteristic (n.; adj.)
the period during which a young person develops from a child into an adult in the process of developing from a child into an adult relating to teenagers; short form for 'teenager' the period between childhood and adult age; a young man a low, continuous humming or murmuring sound; to make that sound (of) a feature or quality belonging typically to a person, place, or thing
(physical/mental) exertion (n.)
physical or mental effort
leisure (n.)
time when one is not working or occupied; free time
hazard (n.)
a danger or risk
adolescence (n.) adolescent (n.; adj.) teen (adj.) youth (n.) buzz (n.; v.)
outcome (n.)
extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion a position on a scale of amount, quantity, extent, or quality a plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose beginning, especially something unpleasant the way a thing turns out; a consequence
participant (n.)
a person who takes part in something
representative (n.; adj.)
a person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others; typical of a class, group, or body of opinion
response to sth (n.)
a reaction; a verbal or written answer
hype (n.) level (n.) measure (n.) onset (n.)
example
German
She spent her adolescence in France.
Adoleszenz
Adolescents frequently wonder about the meaning of life.
adoleszent; Jugendlicher; Heranwachsender
Kurt Cobain is a typical teen idol.
Jugend-; Jugendlicher
He was attacked by a gang of youths.
Jugend; junger Mann (neg. Bedeutung!)
The room was filled with a buzz of conversation. Palm trees are (a) characteristic of the Mediterranean. After the exertion of a marathon, a runner needs rest. Everyone needs some leisure to be productive. Up until the 20th century the hazards of childbirth were considerable. His long-awaited album was released amid a storm of hype. Southern Europe currently registers a particularly high level of unemployment. The Senate passed the measure by a 4830 vote. The onset of Alzheimer’s disease is marked by a persons poor judgement. The outcome of the election was a great surprise to everyone. In our company staff are all active participants in the decision-making process. He is a representative to the UN. Her view is representative of a general mood in the country. An extended, jazzy piano solo drew the biggest response from the crowd.
Gebrumm; Stimmengewirr Eigenschaft; typisches Merkmal physische od. geistige Anstrengung; Strapaze Freizeit; Musse Gefahr; Risiko Rummel; Tamtam; Niveau; Höhe; Stand Massnahme Beginn; Ausbruch Ergebnis; Resultat; Auswirkung Teilnehmer/-in; Beteiligter/-e Vertreter/-in; Repräsentant/-in; stellvertretend; charakteristisch Reaktion; Antwort; Resonanz
a small quantity intended to show what the whole is like; to take a sample of sth for analysis a sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure to examine sth methodically, typically in order to explain and interpret it to do sth before sb else; to think of sth that might happen in the future keep away from or stop oneself from doing to establish exactly by research or calculation; to firmly decide to put sth in a prominent place in order that it may readily be seen
The investigation involved analysing samples of handwriting. I got to sample some of the best wine.
(Kost-)Probe; (Waren-)Muster; kosten; probieren
A thrill of excitement ran through her.
Nervenkitzel; Kick; Erregung
to be aware of beforehand; to predict
We did not foresee any difficulties. The activists induced protesters to join in the march. She released his arm and pushed him aside.
potentially (adv.)
to succeed in persuading or leading sb to do sth; to bring about or give rise to to allow or enable to escape from confinement; to set free to say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future to slide unintentionally for a short distance; to move quietly or quickly to trip or momentarily lose one’s balance; almost fall to catch one’s foot on something and stumble or fall having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future
associated with sth (adj.)
connected with sth
content (adj.)
in a state of peaceful happiness
He seemed more content, less bitter.
(in)competent (adj.)
(not) having the ability, knowledge, or skill to do sth successfully (trying to be) as good as or better than others of a comparable nature enlarged or altered beyond normal proportions
She is glad to be operated on by a highly competent surgeon. Our products are successful in a highly competitive market. Picasso’s faces are characterised by exaggerated features.
sample (n.; v.) thrill (n.) to analyse to anticipate to avoid (+ gerund) to determine sth to display sth to foresee sth to induce sth to release sth to predict sth to slip to stumble to trip
(non-)competitive (adj.) exaggerated (adj.)
He tried to analyse exactly what was going on. They failed to anticipate a full-scale invasion. At the beach avoid staying in the sun for more than an hour. First we have to determine what the best day will be for the experiment. Some of the artist’s best works are displayed in the exhibition.
analysieren vorwegnehmen; vorgreifen; vorhersehen vermeiden bestimmen; ermitteln; determinieren anzeigen; auslegen; zur Schau stellen vorhersehen dazu bringen; verleiten; herbeiführen befreien; lösen; freisetzen
It is too early to predict a result.
voraussagen; vorhersagen; prognostizieren
The front wheels began to slip.
rutschen; ausgleiten; schlüpfen;
Her foot caught in the rug and she stumbled.
stolpern
In the dark he tripped over his cat.
stolpern
This error could potentially have dire consequences. The risks associated with this development are considerable.
eventuell; unter Umständen; potentiell
verbunden; in Verbindung stehend zufrieden (in)kompetent; fachkundig (nicht) konkurrenzfähig; wetteifernd übertrieben
frustrated (adj.) harmful (adj.)
causing or likely to cause harm
The ozone layer blocks the harmful rays from the sun.
schädlich; nachteilig
hazardous (adj.)
risky; dangerous
Miners work in hazardous conditions.
gefährlich; riskant
recreational (adj.)
relating to activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
reasonable (adj.)
fair and sensible; based on good sense
Our recreational facilities include a pool, a sauna and a tennis court. This seems a reasonable enough request. I’m responsible for the Marketing Department. Junk food is partly responsible for heart disease.
responsible (adj.) risky (adj.) serious (adj.)
having an obligation to do sth; being in charge of sth; being the primary cause of sth full of the possibility of danger, failure, or loss demanding careful consideration or application; significant or worrying
satisfied (adj.)
contented; pleased
tentative (adj.)
not certain or fixed; provisional
control measure
a plan or course of action taken to achieve control over sth
dangerous driving marketing hype recreational activity safety expert
extravagant or intensive marketing and promotion an activity typically pursued during one’s free time an expert specialising in the protection against risk and accidents
tentative link
a
to do further research
to engage in a more (detailed) scientific investigation
to engage in sth
to participate in sth
to evaluate outcomes
to assess results
to live forever
Freizeit-; zumutbar; angemessen; vernünftig verantwortlich; verantwortungsbewusst
This strategy seems far to risky to us.
riskant
I was having serious doubts about the whole plan. Satisfied customers are the basis for commercial success. They took a few tentative steps towards finding a solution. Clear regulations act as control measures in the banking business. The new measures are designed to combat dangerous driving. News of a fabulous anti-ageing pill, accompanied by the usual marketing hype, created a spike in sales.
ernsthaft; schwerwiegend; gravierend zufrieden provisorisch; vorläufig; unverbindlich Kontroll-, Schutzmassnahme gefährliches Fahrverhalten „Vermarktungs-Strohfeuer“, Vermarktungsrummel; Marketinghype Freizeitbeschäftigung
Work at the reactor was carried out under the supervision of safety experts. The team has established a tentative link between lack of sleep and heart disease. But to substantiate their claims, the team has to do further research. As long as you don’t engage in criminal activity, you’ll be safe in this part of town. Whatever happens, we will carefully evaluate the outcomes. What’s the point of living forever if you are too old to do anything fun?
Sicherheitsbeauftragter eine mögliche Verknüpfung vertiefte Forschung betreiben teilnehmen an einer Tätigkeit Resultate bewerten; beurteilen; evaluieren ewig leben
to have a lucky escape
an act of avoiding sth dangerous or unpleasant by sheer luck
to make a choice
to choose
to make/take a decision
to decide
to make a difference
to have a significant effect (or no effect) on a person or situation
to make an effort
to try (hard) to do sth
to make (good) progress
to develop towards an improved or more advanced condition
to make sure (that.../to...)
to ensure
make use of sth
to use something well
to take action
to act; to do something; to begin legal activity against someone
The explosion happened just minutes after we left – so it was a really lucky escape! I was offered two interesting jobs at the same time, so I had to make a choice. Once you are 18, you are entitled to take your own decisions about your life. Thanks for being with us today – it really makes a difference! Make an effort to exercise every day – it’ll pay off! I started learning Arabic last year and I’m making good progress. Before leaving, make sure all the doors are properly locked. I am sure I can make good use of the gift you gave me. We shall take appropriate action as soon as we have more information.
to take advice
to accept/follow advice
You should take advice from your doctor.
to take care to do sth
to be careful
to take a chance
to risk
to take effect
to start having an effect; to start working
to take exercise
to do sport
to take (reasonable/extensive) precautions
to take a measure in advance to prevent sth dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening
to take responsibility for sth/sb
to be responsible for
to take risks
to risk sth
to take steps to do sth
to make an active effort to do sth
a defining feature of sth
a typical characteristic
alleged (adj.)
said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or
Take care not to overdo it when going to the gym. Why should I take a chance and meet him alone? The pills will take effect an hour after ingesting them. It is best to take exercise several times a week. It is foolish not to take reasonable precautions before entering a chemical plant. Oldest children often have to take responsibility for their younger siblings. If you are unwilling to take risks, don’t get married. We shall take steps to keep youngsters from taking dangerous drugs. One defining feature of the Swiss is their punctuality. The alleged spy was arrested and taken to a military court.
mit Glück davonkommen eine Wahl treffen eine Entscheidung fällen einen Unterschied ausmachen sich bemühen Fortschritte machen sicherstellen; dazu schauen, dass... (ausgiebigen) Gebrauch machen von handeln; tätig werden; (rechtliche) Massnahmen ergreifen Rat befolgen achten darauf, etw. zu tun ein Risiko eingehen; riskieren Wirkung erlangen; wirksam werden; wirken Sport treiben (angemessene/detaillierte) Vorsichtsmassnahmen anwenden Verantwortung übernehmen Risiken eingehen Schritte unternehmen; Massnahmen ergreifen ein bezeichnendes Merkmal von etwas angeblich; vermeintlich
undesirable quality
capacity (n.)
the maximum amount that sth can contain
The stadium’s seating capacity is much greater than before.
a recent study suggests (that)...
to assess a risk
to calculate or estimate a risk
to do an assessment
to carry out a calculation or estimate of sth
to (over)complicate sth
to make sth (over)complicated
to apply (safety) measures
to make use of (…) measures; to put… into practice
to harm (your back/eyes/...)
to do damage to sth
to avoid injury
to keep away from getting injured
to feel confident about sth
to feel sure about sth
an indication of sth
a sign of sth
Experts are assessing the risk of another nuclear disaster. A thorough assessment of the risks involved will have to be done. Women are sometimes said to overcomplicate matters while men are easier. Applying simple safety measures can go a long way towards saving lives. If you stare into a computer screen all day, you may harm your eyes. Wear some knee pads to avoid injury. We feel confident that the event will be a great success. Chest pain may be an indication of heart problems.
Leistungsvermögen; Fassungsvermögen; Rauminhalt eine kürzlich gemachte Studie legt nahe, dass.../deutet darauf hin, dass ein Risiko einschätzen/abwägen etwas einer Prüfung/Einschätzung unterziehen etwas (über-)komplizieren (Sicherheits-)Massnahmen anwenden (dem Rücken/den Augen/...) schaden Verletzungen vermeiden sich sicher/zuversichtlich fühlen ein Anzeichen von
