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Essential Noun Collocations – English vocabulary

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51 English words with meanings: heavy rain, strong argument, major problem, global issue, high demand… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking…

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  1. heavy rain /,hɛvi reɪn/ (noun) — a large amount of rain falling at once
    Example: The match was canceled due to heavy rain.
    Synonyms: torrential rain, downpour
  2. strong argument /strɒŋ 'ɑ:ɡjumənt/ (noun) — a convincing, well-supported reason or case
    Example: She presented a strong argument in favor of renewable energy.
    Synonyms: convincing argument, powerful argument
  3. major problem /'meɪdʒər 'prɒbləm/ (noun) — big problem
    Example: Traffic congestion is a major problem in big cities.
    Synonyms: serious problem, significant issue
  4. global issue /'ɡləʊbəl 'ɪʃu:/ (noun) — global problem
    Example: Climate change is a global issue that affects everyone.
    Synonyms: worldwide issue, international problem
  5. high demand /haɪ dɪ'mɑ:nd/ (noun) — a lot of people wanting to buy or have something
    Example: There is high demand for skilled workers in the IT industry.
    Synonyms: great demand, strong need
  6. economic growth /,i:kə'nɒmɪk ɡrəʊθ/ (noun) — an increase in a country's production and wealth
    Example: Economic growth leads to improved living standards.
    Synonyms: financial expansion, economic development
  7. positive impact /'pɒzɪtɪv 'ɪmpækt/ (noun) — positive effect
    Example: Education has a positive impact on society.
    Synonyms: beneficial effect, constructive influence
  8. negative effect /'nɛɡətɪv ɪ'fɛkt/ (noun) — a harmful or bad result
    Example: Smoking has a negative effect on health.
    Synonyms: adverse impact, harmful consequence
  9. public transportation /'pʌblɪk ,trænspɔ:'teɪʃən/ (noun) — public transport
    Example: Improving public transportation can reduce traffic jams.
    Synonyms: mass transit, public transit
  10. social media /'səʊʃəl 'mi:diə/ (noun) — websites and apps for sharing content and connecting online
    Example: Social media connects people around the world.
    Synonyms: digital platform, networking site
  11. carbon footprint /'kɑ:bən 'fʊtprɪnt/ (noun) — carbon emissions
    Example: We should reduce our carbon footprint by recycling.
    Synonyms: emission level, climate impact
  12. job satisfaction /dʒɒb ,sætɪs'fækʃən/ (noun) — how happy someone is with their job
    Example: Job satisfaction is essential for employee productivity.
    Synonyms: career fulfillment, work enjoyment
  13. urban area /'ɜ:bən 'ɛəriə/ (noun) — a city or town area
    Example: Population density is higher in urban areas.
    Synonyms: city zone, metropolitan area
  14. rural community /'rʊərəl kə'mju:nɪti/ (noun) — a community in the countryside
    Example: Healthcare is limited in many rural communities.
    Synonyms: countryside community, village society
  15. renewable energy /rɪ'nju:əbl 'ɛnərdʒi/ (noun) — energy from natural sources that do not run out
    Example: Solar power is a form of renewable energy.
    Synonyms: green energy, sustainable power
  16. crime rate /kraɪm reɪt/ (noun) — how often crimes happen
    Example: The crime rate has decreased over the past decade.
    Synonyms: criminal level, offense rate
  17. health care /'hɛlθ keə/ (noun) — medical care for people
    Example: Access to health care is vital for everyone.
    Synonyms: medical care, health service
  18. financial crisis /faɪ'nænʃəl 'kraɪsɪs/ (noun) — a serious money problem
    Example: The financial crisis affected global markets.
    Synonyms: economic crash, monetary disaster
  19. traffic congestion /'træfɪk kən'dʒɛstʃən/ (noun) — too many cars causing slow traffic
    Example: Traffic congestion is common during rush hours.
    Synonyms: traffic jam, road blockage
  20. air pollution /eə pə'lu:ʃən/ (noun) — dirty or harmful air
    Example: Air pollution causes many respiratory diseases.
    Synonyms: smog, polluted air
  21. global warming /'ɡləʊbəl 'wɔ:mɪŋ/ (noun) — the Earth getting warmer
    Example: Global warming results from greenhouse gas emissions.
    Synonyms: climate change, temperature rise
  22. academic performance /,akə'dɛmɪk pə'fɔ:məns/ (noun) — how well a student does in school
    Example: Good sleep improves academic performance.
    Synonyms: scholarly achievement, learning outcome
  23. living standard /'lɪvɪŋ 'stændəd/ (noun) — how well people live
    Example: Technology can enhance living standards.
    Synonyms: quality of life, living condition
  24. cultural diversity /'kʌltʃərəl daɪ'vɜ:sɪti/ (noun) — many different cultures living together
    Example: Cultural diversity enriches society.
    Synonyms: multiculturalism, cultural variety
  25. economic development /,i:kə'nɒmɪk dɪ'vɛləpmənt/ (noun) — growth of a country’s economy
    Example: Economic development can reduce poverty.
    Synonyms: economic growth, financial progress
  26. human resource /'hju:mən rɪ'sɔ:s/ (noun) — the people who work for an organization
    Example: Human resources are key to success.
    Synonyms: workforce, personnel
  27. technological advancement /,tɛknə'lɒdʒɪkəl əd'vɑ:nsmənt/ (noun) — new and better technology
    Example: Technological advancement has changed communication.
    Synonyms: tech progress, innovation
  28. natural disaster /'nætʃrəl dɪ'zæstə/ (noun) — a natural event that causes great damage
    Example: Earthquakes are common natural disasters.
    Synonyms: catastrophe, calamity
  29. environmental protection /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntəl prə'tɛkʃən/ (noun) — keeping nature safe
    Example: Environmental protection should be everyone’s duty.
    Synonyms: eco preservation, nature conservation
  30. consumer behavior /kən'sju:mə bɪ'heɪvjə/ (noun) — how people buy and use things
    Example: Advertising influences consumer behavior.
    Synonyms: shopping habit, buying pattern

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