Question 1

challenging (adj.) 

Example:
My calculus class is really challenging. It’s difficult, but I think I can pass if I work really hard.

Accepted Answer

difficult to do in a way that tests your ability or determination

Question 2

desk job (n.)

Example:  Some people think it’s boring to have a desk job, but I like it. I enjoy being in a comfortable, calm environment with other people.

Accepted Answer

a job working in an office

Question 3

dream job (n.)

Example:
Working with horses would be my dream job. I would love to spend my days outdoors doing my favorite hobby.

Accepted Answer

the best job that you can imagine

Question 4

freelance (adj.) 

Example:
I’m a freelance photographer. Lots of different companies and individuals hire me to photograph them and their events. I love being my own boss.

Accepted Answer

working for several different organizations, and paid according to the hours you work

Question 5

full-time (adj.)

Example:
I have a full-time job. My hours are 9:00-5:00 Monday through Friday, with an hour break for lunch. I have to fill in a time sheet every week to confirm the hours I worked.

Accepted Answer

happening or working for the whole of the working week and not only part of it

Question 6

government job (n.)

Example:
My mother is a teacher at a local public school. She likes having a government job. The benefits are good, and she is proud to provide a service for our town.

Accepted Answer

a job working for national or local government, for example in teaching, transportation, or working in a government building

Question 7

high-paying (adj.)

Example:
I don’t make a lot of money right now, but I’m working really hard. I hope someday I can have a high-paying job in the city.

Accepted Answer

used to describe work for which people earn a lot of money

Question 8

main job (n.) 

Example:
Teaching is my main job. I work at the school for 30 hours a week. I also do some freelance writing on the weekends.

Accepted Answer

your most important job or the job where you work the most hours

Question 9

part-time (adj.) 

Example:
I spend most of my time at school, so I got a part-time job at a local coffee shop. I work there three days a week.

Accepted Answer

working or studying only for part of the day or the week

Question 10

permanent (adj.)

Example:
A: I got the job at the law firm!
B: Congratulations! Is it a permanent position?
A: Yes, I hope to stay there for a while. Hopefully I can get a promotion in a few years.

Accepted Answer

continuing forever or for a long time

Question 11

second job (n.)

Example:
My main job is teaching, but I needed some extra money, so I decided to get a second job at a flower shop on the weekend.

Accepted Answer

an activity or job that you do in addition to your main job, especially to earn extra money

Question 12

stressful (adj.)

Example:
Being a nurse is rewarding, but it’s also very stressful to be responsible for people’s health. I feel worried about my patients. There is never enough time to do everything we need to do.

Accepted Answer

making you worried so that you can’t relax

Question 13

temporary (adj.)

Example:
 I got a temporary job as a ski instructor for the winter. I’ll work there from December to March.

Accepted Answer

existing or happening for only a short or limited time

Question 14

tiring (adj.)

Example:
Working on a farm is really tiring, especially in the summer. It’s great work, but I always feel so tired at the end of the day.

Accepted Answer

making you feel tired

Question 15

tough (adj.)

Example:
Working in construction is a tough job. There’s a lot of difficult physical work.

Accepted Answer

difficult

Describing Jobs

Vocabulary for Describing Jobs from Evolve 4B, Cambridge UP

Term	Definition
challenging (adj.) Example: My calculus class is really challenging. It’s difficult, but I think I can pass if I work really hard.	difficult to do in a way that tests your ability or determination
desk job (n.) Example: Some people think it’s boring to have a desk job, but I like it. I enjoy being in a comfortable, calm environment with other people.	a job working in an office
dream job (n.) Example: Working with horses would be my dream job. I would love to spend my days outdoors doing my favorite hobby.	the best job that you can imagine
freelance (adj.) Example: I’m a freelance photographer. Lots of different companies and individuals hire me to photograph them and their events. I love being my own boss.	working for several different organizations, and paid according to the hours you work
full-time (adj.) Example: I have a full-time job. My hours are 9:00-5:00 Monday through Friday, with an hour break for lunch. I have to fill in a time sheet every week to confirm the hours I worked.	happening or working for the whole of the working week and not only part of it
government job (n.) Example: My mother is a teacher at a local public school. She likes having a government job. The benefits are good, and she is proud to provide a service for our town.	a job working for national or local government, for example in teaching, transportation, or working in a government building
high-paying (adj.) Example: I don’t make a lot of money right now, but I’m working really hard. I hope someday I can have a high-paying job in the city.	used to describe work for which people earn a lot of money
main job (n.) Example: Teaching is my main job. I work at the school for 30 hours a week. I also do some freelance writing on the weekends.	your most important job or the job where you work the most hours
part-time (adj.) Example: I spend most of my time at school, so I got a part-time job at a local coffee shop. I work there three days a week.	working or studying only for part of the day or the week
permanent (adj.) Example: A: I got the job at the law firm! B: Congratulations! Is it a permanent position? A: Yes, I hope to stay there for a while. Hopefully I can get a promotion in a few years.	continuing forever or for a long time
second job (n.) Example: My main job is teaching, but I needed some extra money, so I decided to get a second job at a flower shop on the weekend.	an activity or job that you do in addition to your main job, especially to earn extra money
stressful (adj.) Example: Being a nurse is rewarding, but it’s also very stressful to be responsible for people’s health. I feel worried about my patients. There is never enough time to do everything we need to do.	making you worried so that you can’t relax
temporary (adj.) Example: I got a temporary job as a ski instructor for the winter. I’ll work there from December to March.	existing or happening for only a short or limited time
tiring (adj.) Example: Working on a farm is really tiring, especially in the summer. It’s great work, but I always feel so tired at the end of the day.	making you feel tired
tough (adj.) Example: Working in construction is a tough job. There’s a lot of difficult physical work.	difficult

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