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Communication and media – English vocabulary

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12 English words with meanings: announce, announcement, audience, contact, dialogue… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. announce /ə'naʊns/ (verb) — to tell or inform
    Example: The teacher will announce the results tomorrow morning.
    Synonyms: declare, proclaim, reveal
  2. announcement /ə'naʊnsmənt/ (noun) — an official public message
    Example: The company made an important announcement about the new policy.
    Synonyms: declaration, notice, statement
  3. audience /'ɔ:diəns/ (noun) — people who watch in person
    Example: The audience applauded loudly after the performance.
    Synonyms: spectators, viewers, crowd
  4. contact /'kɒntækt/ (noun/verb) — to get in touch with someone
    Example: You can contact me by email if you have any questions.
    Synonyms: reach, connect, get in touch
  5. dialogue /'daɪəlɔ:ɡ/ (noun) — talk between people
    Example: The movie’s dialogue was witty and realistic.
    Synonyms: conversation, discussion, talk
  6. distract /dɪ'strækt/ (verb) — to take attention away
    Example: The noise outside began to distract her from her work.
    Synonyms: divert, disturb, sidetrack
  7. distraction /dɪ'strækʃən/ (noun) — something that takes your attention away
    Example: Turn off your phone to avoid any distraction while studying.
    Synonyms: interruption, diversion, disturbance
  8. entertain /,entər'teɪn/ (verb) — to amuse people or host guests
    Example: We invited some friends to entertain our guests with music.
    Synonyms: amuse, delight, host
  9. entertainment /,entər'teɪnmənt/ (noun) — fun activities
    Example: Movies and music are popular forms of entertainment.
    Synonyms: amusement, recreation, fun
  10. get in touch /ɡet ɪn tʌtʃ/ (phrase) — to contact or stay in touch
    Example: I’ll get in touch with you after I finish the report.
    Synonyms: contact, reach out to, communicate with
  11. link /lɪŋk/ (noun) — a connection; to connect
    Example: Each page on the website links to several related articles.
    Synonyms: connect, join, associate
  12. mention /'menʃn/ (noun, verb) — to talk about briefly
    Example: He didn’t mention the problem during the meeting.
    Synonyms: refer to, bring up, cite

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