Practice Pronunciation

In the following video you will listen to the correct pronunciation of several jobs, pay close attention and try to repeat after the speaker.

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Description of the most popular occupations

Security Guard

Being a security guard is a dangerous occupation because the main task is to risk your own life to protect some else´s life or properties. Most of the time security guards work at hotels, banks, parking lots and malls.

Chef

Chefs work at a restaurant or at a hotel. They enjoy making different kinds of food for you to eat. They always are trying out new recipes.

Secretary

Secretaries work in an office. They have to answer the phone and take messages. Besides, they have to type very important letters and informs on their computers.

Waiter

Waiters work in a restaurant or hotel. In their job they have to take orders and to bring the food to the customer. Waiters have to be very skilful because they have to carry a few glasses or plates at the same time.

Definitions of the term "occupation"

According to wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/ the term occupation can be defined as:

• The principal activity in your life that you do to earn money.

• Any activity that occupies a person's attention.

• A form to be useful for the society and for yourself. When you work you feel fulfilled, happy, and autonomous.