Every job has its own toolkit — and its own vocabulary. This is your starting point for English words used in ten different careers, from the fuse box to the dentist’s chair. Click into any job below for the full photo vocabulary guide, complete with real photos, example sentences, and a free printable guide.
All Ten Careers
Carpenter Vocabulary — Saws, chisels, and sawdust: the hands-on vocabulary of working with wood. → Read the guide
Chef Vocabulary — Behind every great meal is a chef’s knife, an apron, and a kitchen full of specific vocabulary. → Read the guide
Dentist Vocabulary — The dental chair, the drill, the mirror — vocabulary you’ll recognise the moment you sit down. → Read the guide
Electrician Vocabulary — Fuse boxes, wiring, and circuit breakers — the words behind every safely-lit room. → Read the guide
Farmer Vocabulary — From the barn to the field, farming vocabulary connects language learners to life on the land. → Read the guide
Hairdresser Vocabulary — Scissors, mirrors, and salon chat — vocabulary for a very visual, very social job. → Read the guide
Mechanic Vocabulary — Wrenches, engines, and the satisfying click of a job well done under the hood. → Read the guide
Nurse Vocabulary — From checking a pulse to reading a chart, the vocabulary of caring for patients on the ward. → Read the guide
Plumber Vocabulary — Pipes, wrenches, and the occasional flood. Learn the words for the tools and problems every plumber deals with daily. → Read the guide
Veterinarian Vocabulary — From the stethoscope to the exam table, a vet’s vocabulary is medical English with four legs. → Read the guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everyday English classes often skip the specific words used in real workplaces. If you’re studying English for career or travel reasons, knowing common-profession vocabulary makes real conversations much easier.
No — this vocabulary comes up in everyday life too. You’ll hear “fuse box” from an electrician visiting your home, or “exam table” at the vet.
Yes — this series is ongoing, so check back for new careers.
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