Professional English Boost Set 9: Problem-Solving
Welcome to Set 9 of 20 in your pro-level English journey! This set introduces 10 essential words and expressions for solving workplace problems. Learn their pronunciation, meanings, and usage, then test yourself with practice questions. Use “Start” to begin, “Random” to jump, “Restart” to reset, and “Next” to proceed. Track progress below and tackle issues like a pro! Note: Content protected—copying discouraged.
1. Identify
/aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪ/Meaning: To recognize a problem or cause.
Example: “We need to identify the issue first.”
2. Assess
/əˈsɛs/Meaning: To evaluate a situation.
Example: “Let’s assess the risks involved.”
3. Resolve
/rɪˈzɒlv/Meaning: To fix or settle a problem.
Example: “We resolved the glitch quickly.”
4. Mitigate
/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/Meaning: To reduce the impact of an issue.
Example: “We’ll mitigate delays with a backup plan.”
5. Brainstorm
/ˈbreɪnstɔːrm/Meaning: To generate solutions collaboratively.
Example: “Let’s brainstorm some fixes.”
6. Escalate
/ˈɛskəleɪt/Meaning: To raise an issue to a higher level.
Example: “We’ll escalate this to IT.”
7. Root Cause
/ruːt kɔːz/Meaning: The main source of a problem.
Example: “We found the root cause of the error.”
8. Implement
/ˈɪmplɪmɛnt/Meaning: To put a solution into action.
Example: “We’ll implement the new process.”
9. Monitor
/ˈmɒnɪtər/Meaning: To watch progress after a fix.
Example: “Let’s monitor the system closely.”
10. Wrap Up
/ræp ʌp/Meaning: To finish resolving an issue.
Example: “We’ll wrap up this case today.”
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