Language Hub Upper Intermediate Vocabulary

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Congratulations on

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used for telling someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion. Example: Congratulations on the new job – it sounds perfect for you.

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course in

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a series of lessons or lectures in an academic subject or a practical skill. Example: Have you thought about taking a course in first aid?

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places in

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a particular town, country, building, shop etc. Example: I’m hungry; let’s go to the new Italian place in town.

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possibility of

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the chance that something might happen or be true. Example: Is there any possibility of seeing someone about it today?

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risk of

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the possibility that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen. Example: The company is at serious risk of going out of business.

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time for

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a particular point when something happens. Example: Could you call me when it’s time for lunch?

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balance (verb)

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to create or preserve a good or correct balance between different features or aspects. Example: We have to balance the needs and tastes of all our customers.

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balance (noun)

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a situation in which different aspects or features are treated equally or exist in the correct relationship to each other. Example: At the moment, I just don’t seem to have a good work–life balance.

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benefit (verb)

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to get help or an advantage from something. Example: Thousands of households could benefit under the scheme.

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benefit (noun)

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an advantage you get from a situation. Example: The new sports centre will bring lasting benefit to the community.