Advanced vocabulary for global trade, migration, international cooperation, inequality and interconnected economies.
Topic level: B2 – C1 · Category: World & Society
Globalisation appears frequently in advanced English exams and professional discussion. This guide gives you neutral, precise language for analysing international change.
| Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| globalisation | the increasing connection of economies, societies and cultures worldwide |
| interdependence | a situation in which countries or groups depend on one another |
| supply chain | the network involved in producing and delivering goods |
| international trade | buying and selling goods or services between countries |
| multinational company | a business operating in more than one country |
| migration | movement of people from one place or country to another |
| inequality | an unfair difference in wealth, opportunity or treatment |
| developing economy | an economy with lower average income and ongoing industrial or institutional development |
| trade barrier | a rule or cost that restricts international trade |
| outsourcing | paying another company, often elsewhere, to perform business activities |
| international cooperation | countries or organisations working together |
| interconnected | closely linked so that changes in one place affect another |
| Phrase | Example |
|---|---|
| global supply chain | The company depends on a complex global supply chain. |
| reduce trade barriers | The agreement aims to reduce trade barriers. |
| tackle inequality | Governments face pressure to tackle inequality. |
| strengthen international cooperation | The crisis highlighted the need to strengthen international cooperation. |
| ❌ Incorrect | ✅ Correct | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Globalisation has many advantage and disadvantage. | Globalisation has many advantages and disadvantages. | Plural countable nouns require plural forms here. |
Without looking back, define three words from this topic and use two collocations in your own sentences. Then explain the topic for 60 seconds using at least five target expressions.
For Cambridge, IELTS and general speaking practice, avoid memorising isolated words. Use the vocabulary to develop an opinion, give an example, compare situations and explain a consequence. Aim to use two or three strong collocations naturally rather than forcing every new word into one answer.
No. It can describe economic, cultural, technological and social connections across countries.
Balance effects and use evidence-based language: 'can lead to', 'may contribute to', 'supporters argue', and 'critics point out'.
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