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Celpip Clb10 Words

The document provides a comprehensive guide for achieving CLB 10 in CELPIP, including useful connectors for adding information, giving examples, contrasting ideas, and showing cause and effect. It also lists high-impact adjectives for describing people, places, and situations, along with advanced vocabulary and idiomatic expressions to enhance language skills. Tips for effective communication and practice strategies are included to help candidates prepare for the exam.

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Celpip Clb10 Words

The document provides a comprehensive guide for achieving CLB 10 in CELPIP, including useful connectors for adding information, giving examples, contrasting ideas, and showing cause and effect. It also lists high-impact adjectives for describing people, places, and situations, along with advanced vocabulary and idiomatic expressions to enhance language skills. Tips for effective communication and practice strategies are included to help candidates prepare for the exam.

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# CELPIP CLB 10 - Connectors, Adjectives, and Advanced Words

## 1. Useful Connectors
### a) Adding Information
- Furthermore
- Moreover
- In addition to that
- Not to mention
- What’s more

### b) Giving Examples


- For instance
- To illustrate
- Namely
- Specifically
- As an example

### c) Contrasting Ideas


- However
- Nevertheless
- On the other hand
- Albeit
- Conversely

### d) Showing Cause & Effect


- Consequently
- As a result
- Therefore
- Hence
- Accordingly

### e) Expressing Opinion


- From my perspective
- In my view
- I firmly believe that
- It seems to me that
- To the best of my knowledge

## 2. High-Impact Adjectives
### a) Describing People
- Gregarious (sociable)
- Diligent (hard-working)
- Amiable (friendly)
- Persuasive (convincing)
- Resolute (determined)
- Charismatic (compelling)
- Insightful (perceptive)

### b) Describing Places


- Picturesque (beautiful scenery)
- Tranquil (peaceful)
- Bustling (full of activity)
- Serene (calm and quiet)
- Idyllic (perfect and charming)
- Vibrant (full of energy)
- Expansive (wide and open)

### c) Describing Situations or Feelings


- Exhilarating (exciting)
- Daunting (challenging)
- Tedious (boring and repetitive)
- Euphoric (extremely happy)
- Profound (deep and meaningful)
- Perplexing (confusing)
- Overwhelming (intensely strong)

## 3. Advanced Vocabulary for CELPIP


### a) Common Synonyms for Simple Words
- Important → Crucial, Paramount, Pivotal, Indispensable
- Good → Exemplary, Outstanding, Superb, Commendable
- Bad → Detrimental, Deplorable, Unfavorable, Adverse
- Fast → Expeditious, Swift, Rapid, Brisk
- Slow → Sluggish, Leisurely, Gradual, Unhurried

### b) Formal Expressions for Speaking/Writing


- “It is imperative to…” (instead of "It is important to...")
- “One cannot deny that…” (instead of "It is true that...")
- “A case in point is…” (instead of "For example...")
- “This phenomenon can be attributed to…” (instead of "This happens because...")
- “In light of recent events…” (introducing context or rationale)

## 4. Additional Connectors and Transitional Phrases


- Similarly
- Likewise
- Subsequently
- Alternatively
- In contrast
- On the contrary
- In summary
- To conclude
- In brief
- All things considered

## 5. More Advanced Vocabulary and Synonyms


- Change → Transformation, Modification, Shift, Alteration
- Increase → Surge, Escalation, Amplification, Augmentation
- Decrease → Decline, Reduction, Diminution, Drop
- Improve → Enhance, Refine, Upgrade, Bolster
- Problem → Dilemma, Predicament, Quandary, Conundrum

## 6. Useful Idiomatic Expressions and Phrasal Verbs


### a) Idioms for Everyday Usage
- “Break the ice” – to initiate conversation in a social setting.
- “Bite the bullet” – to endure a painful situation.
- “The ball is in your court” – it’s up to you to make the next decision.
- “Hit the nail on the head” – to describe exactly what is causing a situation or
problem.
- “Burn the midnight oil” – to work late into the night.

### b) Phrasal Verbs for Expressive Language


- Look into (investigate)
- Come up with (think of)
- Carry out (execute)
- Bring about (cause)
- Set up (arrange or establish)

## 7. Tips to Get CLB 10 in CELPIP


- Use varied sentence structures.
- Incorporate advanced vocabulary naturally.
- Avoid redundancy and repetition.
- Use proper transitions for logical flow.
- Speak confidently and at a steady pace.
- Practice using these connectors and vocabulary in context.

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