2015
VOCABULARY PREPARATION
FOR TOEIC TESTS
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VOCABULARY PREPARATIONS FOR TOEIC TESTS

CONTENTS
WHY TOEIC? ........................................................................................................................................................... 3
Lesson 1: Contracts - Hợp Đồng .................................................................................................................................. 4
Lesson 2: Marketing - Nghiên Cứu Thị Trường............................................................................................................. 5
Lesson 3: Warrranties - Sự Bảo Hành .......................................................................................................................... 6
Lesson 4: Business Planning - Kế Hoạch Kinh Doanh .................................................................................................... 7
Lesson 5: Conferences - Hội Nghị ................................................................................................................................ 8
Lesson 6: Computers and the Internet - Máy Vi Tính và Mạng Internet........................................................................ 9
Lesson 7: Office Technology - Công Nghệ Cho Công Sở.............................................................................................. 11
Lesson 8: Office Procedures - Các Quy Trình Trong Công Sở ...................................................................................... 12
Lesson 9: Electronics - Điện Tử .................................................................................................................................. 13
Lesson 10: Correspondence - Thư Tín Thương Mại .................................................................................................... 14
Lesson 11: Job Ads & Recruitment - Quảng Cáo Tìm Người & Tuyển Dụng................................................................. 15
Lesson 12: Apply and Interviewing - Ứng Tuyển và Phỏng Vấn .................................................................................. 17
Lesson 13: Hiring and Training - Tuyển Dụng & Đào Tạo ............................................................................................ 18
Lesson 14: Salaries & Benefits - Lương & Các Chế Độ Đãi Ngộ ................................................................................... 19
Lesson 15: Promotions, Pensions & Awards - Thăng Chức, Lương Hưu & Thưởng ..................................................... 20
Lesson 16: Shopping - Mua sắm ................................................................................................................................ 21
Lesson 17: Ordering Supplies - Đặt Hàng ................................................................................................................... 22
Lesson 18: Shipping - Vận Chuyển Hàng .................................................................................................................... 24
Lesson 19: Invoices - In Hóa Đơn ............................................................................................................................... 25
Lesson 20: Inventory - Hàng Hóa / Kiểm Kê Hàng Hóa ............................................................................................... 26
Lesson 21: Banking - Ngân Hàng ................................................................................................................................ 27

Lesson 42: Theater - Rạp Hát ..................................................................................................................................... 52
Lesson 43: Music - Âm Nhạc ...................................................................................................................................... 53
Lesson 44: Museums - Bảo Tàng................................................................................................................................ 54
Lesson 45: Media - Truyền Thông .............................................................................................................................. 55
Lesson 46: Doctor's Office - Văn Phòng Bác Sĩ ........................................................................................................... 57
Lesson 47: Dentist's Office - Văn Phòng Nha Sĩ .......................................................................................................... 58
Lesson 48: Health - Sức Khỏe .................................................................................................................................... 59
Lesson 49: Hopitals - Bệnh Viện ................................................................................................................................ 60
Lesson 50: Pharmacy - Ngành Dược .......................................................................................................................... 61

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WHY TOEIC?

Trước xu thế nhà tuyển dụng ngày càng ưu tiên sử dụng TOEIC để chuẩn hóa và nâng cao
năng lực đội ngũ nhân viên, các trường học và cơ sở đào tạo cũng đặt ra yêu cầu chuẩn hóa trình
độ tiếng Anh đầu ra cho sinh viên để đáp ứng nhu cầu của xã hội về nguồn nhân lực. Chính vì vậy
tại Việt Nam hiện nay đã có 127 trường đại học, cao đẳng, trung cấp nghề đang sử dụng TOEIC
làm chuẩn đầu ra cho sinh viên tốt nghiệp. Để đánh giá khách quan và chính xác năng lực sử
dụng tiếng Anh của sinh viên các trường thường ưu tiên sử dụng chứng chỉ TOEIC. TOEIC (Test
of English in International Communication – do Viện Khảo thí Giáo dục Hoa Kỳ (ETS) nghiên cứu

2. agreement /ə'gri:mənt/ an arrangement, a promise or a contract made with somebody
(n): Sự thỏa thuận
Example: They have a free trade agreement with Australia
3. assurance /ə'ʃuərəns/
a statement that something will certainly be true or will certainly happen
(n): Sự bảo đảm, chắc chắn
Example: They called for assurances that the govement is committed to its education policy
4. cancellation /,kænse'leiʃn/ a decision to stop something that has already been arranged from
happening
(n): Sự hủy bỏ, sự bãi bỏ
Example: We need at least 24 hours' notice of cancellation
5. determine /di'tə:min/ to discover the facts about something
(v): Xác định, định rõ
Example: An inquiry was set up to determine the cause of the accident
6. engage /in'geidʤ/ to become involved in, to participate
(v): Tham gia, cam kết
Example: Before engaging a business, it is important to do thorough research
7. establish /is'tæbliʃ/ to start or create an organization, a system
(v): Thành lập
Example: The committee was established in 1912
8. obligate /'ɔbligeit/ to bind legally or morally
(v): Bắt buộc, ép buộc
Example: The contractor was obligated by the contract to work 40 hours a week
9. party /'pɑ:ti/ one of the people or groups of people involved in a legal agreemen
(n): Bên tham gia (hợp đồng)
Example: The contract can be terminated by either party with three months' notice
10. provision /provision/ a condition or an arrangement in a legal document
(n): Sự quy định, điều khoản
Example: Under the provisions of the lease, the tenant is responsible for repairs


Example: The electricty industry consumes large amounts of fossil fuels
5. convince /kən'vins/ to make somebody / yourselft believe that something is true
(v): Thuyết phục
Example: You will need to convince them of your enthusiasm for the job
6. currently /ˈkʌrəntli/ at the present time
(adv): Hiện thời, hiện nay
Example: The hourly charge is currently £35.
7. fad /fæd/ something that people are interested in for only a short period of time.
(n): Mốt nhất thời
Example: Rap music proved to be more than just a passing fad.
8. inspiration /,inspə'reiʃn/ a thing or person that arouses a feeling
(n): Nguồn cảm hứng
Example: Dreams can be a rich source of inspiration for an artist.

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9. market /'mɑ:kit/ to advertise and offer a product for sale
(v): Quảng cáo
Example: It is marketed as a low-alcohol wine.
10. persuasion /pə'sweiʤn/ the power to influence, a deep conviction or belief.
(n): Sự thuyết phục, sự tin chắc

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Example: Are you implying (that) I am wrong ?
8. promise /promise/ to tell somebody that you will definitely do or not do something
(v): (n) lời hứa, (v) hứa
Example: The college principal promised to look into the matter.
9. protect /protect/ to make sure that somebody / something is not harmed, injured
(v): Bảo vệ
Example: Troops have been sent to protect aid workers against attack.
10. reputation /,repju:'teiʃn/ the opinion that people have about what s.b/s.th is like, based on what
has happened in the past
(n): Sự nổi tiếng, danh tiếng
Example: She soon acquired a reputation as a first-class cook
11. require /ri'kwaiə/ to need something; to depend on s.b / s.th
(v): Yêu cầu
Example: These pets require a lot of care and attention.
12. variety /və'raiəti/ different sorts of the same thing
(n): Sự đa dạng
Example: There is a wide variety of patterns to choose from
Lesson 4: Business Planning - Kế Hoạch Kinh Doanh
1. address /ə'dres/ a formal speech that í made in front of an audience
(n,v): (n) bài diễn văn; (v) trình bày
Example: There will be a televised presidential address tonight

8. primarily /'praimərili/ mainly
(adv): Trước hết, chủ yếu
Example: The report is primarily concerned with aircraft safety
9. risk /rɪsk/ the possibility of something bad happening at some time in the future
(n): Rủi ro
Example: Smoking can increase the risk of developing heart disease
10. strategy /ˈstrætədʒi/ a plan that is intended to achieve a particular purpose
(n): Chiến lược
Example: It is all part of an overall strategy to gain promotion
11. strong /strɔɳ/ having a lot of physical power
(adj): Bền, vững, chắc chắn
Example: He is strong enough to lift a car!
12. substitution /,sʌbsti'tju:ʃn/ to take the place of somebody / something else
(n): Sự thay thế
Example: Nothing can substitute for the advice your doctor is able to give you
Lesson 5: Conferences - Hội Nghị
1. accommodate /ə'kɔmədeit/ to provide somebody with a room or place to sleep, live or sit
(v): Điều tiết, cung cấp (ăn, ở...)
Example: The hotel can accommodate up to 500 guests
2. arrangement /ə'reindʤmənt/ a plan or preparation that you make so that something
(n): Sự tổ chức, sắp xếp
Example: I'll make a arrangements for you to be met at the airport
3. association /ə,sousi'eiʃn/ an officcial group of people who have joined together for a particular
purpose
(n): Sự liên hợp, hội liên hiệp, đoàn thể

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(n): Buổi họp
Example: The court is now in session
12. take part in (vp)
to be involved in something
(v): Tham dự
Example: How manu countries took part in the last Olympic Games?
Lesson 6: Computers and the Internet - Máy Vi Tính và Mạng Internet
1. access /ˈækses/ the opportunity or right to use something
(n, v): (n) quyền sử dụng; (v) truy cập

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Example: You need a password to get access to the computer system
2. allocate /ˈæləkeɪt/ to give something officially to somebody / something for a particular purpose
(v): Chỉ định, phân bổ
Example: They intend to allocate more places to mature students this year
3. compatible /kəm'pætəbl/ able to be used together
(adj): Tương thích
Example: The new system will be compatible with existing equipment
4. delete /di'li:t/ to remove something that has been written or printed
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12. warning /'wɔ:niɳ/ a statement, an event, etc. telling somebody that something bad or unpleasant
(n): Lời cảnh báo
Example: Many people continue to ignore warnings about the dangers of sunbathing
Lesson 7: Office Technology - Công Nghệ Cho Công Sở
1. affordable /əˈfɔːd/ cheap enough for most people to buy
(adj): Phải chăng, vừa phải
Example: There are many affordably priced apartments on Aple street
2. as needed (adv) In need
(adv): Cần thiết, nhu cầu
Example: We're going to train them new accounting principles as needed
3. be in charge of (Np) be responsible for
(v): Trông nom, chăm sóc; bổn phận, trách nhiệm
Example: I'm in charge of selling the modernest televisions
4. capacity /kə'pæsiti/ the number of things or people that a container or space can hold
(n): Sức chứa
Example: The theatre has a seating capacity of 2000
5. durable /ˈdjʊərəbl/ likely to last for a long time
(adj): Bền bỉ, bền
Example: Painted steel is likely to be less durable than other kinds
7. initiative /i'niʃiətiv/ the ability to decide and act on your own without waiting for somebody to tell
you what to do
(n): Sự khởi đầu; thế chủ động
Example: You won't get much help. You'll have to use
8. physically /ˈfɪzɪkli / in a way that is connected with a person's body rather than their mind
(adv): Về thân thể, theo luật tự nhiên
Example: I don't find hime physically attractive

Example: She shows little appreciation of good music
2. be made of (Vp) be produced of
(v): Được làm từ / bằng
Example: People say that the negotiator has nerves made of steel
3. bring in (Vp)to hire or recruit
(v): Thuê, mướn; tuyển dụng
Example: The company brought in new team of project planners
4. casually /ˈkæʒuəli/ not showing much care or throught
(adv): Không trang trọng
Example: On Fridays, most employees dress casually
5. code /koud/ a set moral principles or rules of behaviour
(n): Luật, quy tắc, chuẩn mực
Example: Even the most traditional companies are changing their dress code to something less
formal
6. expose /iks'pouz/ to show something that is usually hidden
(v): Phơi bày ra, bộc lộ
Example: My job as a glimpse of her in the crowd
7. glimpse /glimps/ a look at somebody / something for a very short time
(n): Cái nhìn, lướt qua
Example: He caught a glimpse of her in the crowd

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5. process /ˈprəʊses/ a series of something that are done in order to achieve a particular result
(v, n): (v) xử lý; (n) quy trình, phương thức
Example: We're in the process of selling out house

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6. replace /ri'pleis/ to be used instead of something / somebody else
(v): Thay thế
Example: The new design will eventually replace all existing models
7. revolution /,revə'lu:ʃn/ a great change in conditions, ways of working, beliefs, etc. ..that affects
large numbers of people
(n): Cuộc cách mạng
Example: A revolution in information technology is taking place
8. sharp /ʃɑ:p/ sudden and rapid, especially of a change in something
(adj): Đột ngột, nhanh chóng
Example: a sharp drop in prices
9. skill /skil/ the ability to do something well
(n): Kỹ năng
Example: The job requires skills and an eye for details
10. software /ˈsɒftweə(r)/ the programs, etc....used to operate a computer
(n): Phần mềm

(adj): Nhanh chóng
Example: Express mail costs more than regular mail service, but it is efficient
4. fold /fould/ to bend something, especially paper or cloth
(v): Gấp lại
Example: He folded the map up and put it in his pocket
5. layout /ˈleɪaʊt/ the way in which the parts of something such as the page of a book, a garden or a
building are arranged
(n): Bản mẫu, mẫu bố trí
Example: There is no single correct layout for business letters
6. mention /'menʃn/ an act of refering to somebody / something in speech or writing
(n, v): (n) sự đề cập; (v) nói đến
Example: He made no mention of her work
7. petition /pi'tiʃn/ a written document signed by a large people that asks somebody to change
something
(n, v): (n) đơn xin, đơn kiến nghị; (v) cầu xin, kiến nghị
Example: The workers are getting up (=staring) a petition for tighter safety standards
8. proof /proof/ information, documents, etc. that show something is true
(n): bằng chứng
Example: Can you provide any proof of identity ?
9. register /'redʤistə/ to record somebody / something name on a list
(v): đăng ký, vào sổ
Example: You can register this mail for an additional $4.4
10. revise /ri'vaiz/ to change something, such as a book or an estimate to correct or improve it
(v): Sửa lại (bản in, một đạo luật,...)
Example: We may have to revise this figure upwards
11. revise /ri'vaiz/ to change something, such as a book or an estimate to correct or improve it
(v): Sửa lại (bản in, một đạo luật,...)
Example: We may have to revise this figure upwards
Lesson 11: Job Ads & Recruitment - Quảng Cáo Tìm Người & Tuyển Dụng
1. abundant /ə'bʌndənt/ more than engouh

(n, v): (n) sự tương tự, tương thích.
Example: a headhunter maches qualified candidates to suitable positions
8. profile /profile/ a group of characteristics or traits
(n): mô tả tính chất
Example: As jobs change, so does the company's profile for the job candidate
9. qualification /,kwɔlifi'keiʃn/ a skill or type of experience that you need for a particular job or
activity
(n): Năng lực, phẩm chất, chuyên môn
Example: Previous teaching experience is a necessary qualification for this job
10. recruit /ri'kru:t/ employ people to work for an organisation
(v, n): (v) tuyển dụng; (n) nhân viên mới
Example: They recruited several new members to the club
11. submit /səb'mit/ to present for consideration
(v): Trình, đệ trình, đưa ra để xem xét
Example: Completed project must be submitted by 10 March

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12. time-consuming (a) take up a lot of time
(adj): Mất thời gian
Example: A difficult and time-consuming process

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10. hesitant /'hezitənt/ slow to speak or act because you feel uncertain
(adj): Do dự, lưỡng lự
Example: She's hesitant about signing the contract
11. present /'preznt - pri'zent/ to give something to somebody, especially formally at a ceremony
(v): Đưa ra, bày tỏ, giới thiệu
Example: The local MP will start the race and present the prizes
12. weakly /'wi:kli/ in a weak way
(adv): Một cách yếu ớt
Example: 'I'm not sure about it' he said weakly
Lesson 13: Hiring and Training - Tuyển Dụng & Đào Tạo
1. conduct /'kɔndəkt/ to organize and / or do a particular activity
(n, v): (n) sự tiến hành; (v) tiến hành, cư xử
Example: The negotiations have been conducted in a positive manner
2. generate /'dʤenəreit/ to produce or create something
(v): Tạo ra, sinh ra
Example: We need someone to generate new ideas
3. hire /'haiə/ to give somebody a job
(n, v): Thuê, tuyển dụng
Example: She was hired three years ago

10. training /'treiniɳ/ the process of learning the skills that you need to do a job
(n): Sự đào tạo, huẩn luyện
Example: Few candidates had received any training in management
11. update (v, n): to make something more modern by adding new parts
(v, n): (v) cập nhật; (n) sự cập nhật
Example: It's about time we updated our software
Lesson 14: Salaries & Benefits - Lương & Các Chế Độ Đãi Ngộ
1. basis /'beisis/ the reason why people take a particular action
(n): Nền tảng, cơ sở
Example: She was choosen for the job on the basis of her qualifications
2. benefit /'benifit/ an advantage that something gives you
(n, v): (n) chế độ đãi ngộ, lợi ích; (v) được lợi
Example: I've had the benefit of a good education
3. compensate /'kɔmpenseit/ to provide something good to balance or reduce the bad effects of
damage, loss
(v): Đền bù, bồi thường
Example: Nothing can compensate for the loss of a loved one
4. delicately /ˈdelɪkət/ easily damaged or broken
(adv): Mỏng manh, thanh tú
Example: Babies have very delicate skin
5. eligible /i'liminəbl/ able to practicipate in something, qualified
(adj): Đủ tư cách, thích hợp
Example: Only those over 7 are eligible for the special payment
6. flexibility /ˈfleksəbl/ able to change to suit new conditions or situations
(adv): Linh hoạt, linh động
Example: Managers must respond flexibility to new developments in business practice

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Example: It was a remarkable achievement for such a young player
2. contribute /kən'tribju:t/ to give something, especially money or goods, to help somebody
(v): Đóng góp, góp phần
Example: We contributed £5000 to the earthquake fund
3. dedication /,dedi'keiʃn/ the hard work and effort that somebody puts into an activity or purpose
(n): Sự cống hiến
Example: Hard work and dedication
4. look forward to (Vp) to anticipate
(v): Háo hức mong đợi
Example: We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting

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5. look to (Vp) to depend on, to rely on
(v): Trông cậy, trông chờ
Example: The workers always looked to hime to settle their disagreements
6. loyal /'lɔiəl/ remaining faithful to somebody / something and supporting them or it
(adj): Trung thành
Example: She has always remained loyal to her political principles
7. merit /'merit/ the quality of being good and of deserving praise
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Example: His behaviour towards her was becoming more and more aggressive
4. checkout (n) the place where you pay for the things that you are buying in a supermarket
(n): Quầy thanh toán tiền
Example: Ong queues at the checkouts
5. comfort /'kʌmfət/ the state of being physically relaxed or having a pleant life
(v, n): (v) làm khuây khỏa, (n) sự thoải mái
Example: These tennis shoes are designed for comfort and performance
6. expand /iks'pænd/ to become greater in size, number or importance
(v): Mở rộng
Example: A child's vocabulary expands through reading
7. explore /iks'plɔ:/ to examine something completely or carefully to find out more about it
(v): Thăm dò, khảo sát
Example: These ideas will be explored in more detail in chapter 7
8. item /'aitem/ one thing on a list of things to buy, do, talk about, etc
(n): Vật, hàng hóa, món đồ
Example: Can I pay for each item separately ?
9. mandatory /'mændətəri/ required by law
(adj): Có tính bắt buộc
Example: The offence carries a madatory life sentence
10. merchandise /'mə:tʃəndaiz/ goods that are bought or sold; goods that are for sale in a shop / store
(n): Hàng hóa
Example: These tokens can be exchanged for merchandise in any our stores
11. strictly /ˈstrɪktli/ with a lot of control and rules that must be obeyed
(adv): Một cách nghiêm khắc

5. function /fʌŋkʃn/ a special activity or purpose of a person or thing
(v, n): (v) thực hiện chức năng; (n) chức năng
Example: This design aims for harmony of form and function.
6. maintain /men'tein/ to make something continue at the same level, standard, etc.
(v): Duy trì
Example: the two countries have always maintained close relations.
7. obtain /əb'tein/ to get something, especially by making an effort
(v): Đạt được, giành được
Example: I finally managed to obtain a copy of the report.
8. prerequisite /'pri:'rekwizit/ something that must exist or happen before something else can happen
or be done
(n): Điều kiện ưu tiên
Example: A college degree is an essential prerequisite for employment at this level.
9. quality /'kwɔliti/ the standard of something when it is compared to other things like it; how good
or bad something is
(n): Chất lượng
Example: high-quality goods
10. smooth /smu:ð/ completely flat and even, without any lumps, holes, or rough areas
(adj): Trôi chảy, suôn sẻ
Example: The water was as smooth as glass.
11. source /sɔ:s/ a place, person, or thing that you get something from
(n): Nguồn

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(adj): Sẵn có
Example: We had too much stock on hand, so we had a summer sale
8. remember /ri'membə/ to have or keep an image in your memory of an event, a person, a place, etc.
from the past
(v): Nhớ, nhớ lại
Example: I don't remember my first day at school.

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