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WORD STUDY Zika virus is also spread primarily by
Aedes mosquito bites and is linked to
the birth defect microcephaly.

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the meaning but also shows you how
the word is pronounced, which syllable
is stressed and the parts of speech. www.who.int/mediacentre/
factsheets/zika/en
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the word is used in a sentence.

• Study the extract below from Microcephaly is a medical condition in
a dictionary. which the brain does not develop properly
resulting in a smaller than normal head.

Part of speech

Stressed syllable
responsibility noun
BrE /r,spns'blti/ ; NAmE/ r,spanns'blti/

Word Building Common Learner Errors Extra Example

1. [ C or U] something that is your job or duty to deal with Meaning
Pronunciation [+ to in nitive] It’s her responsibility to ensure the project
nishes on time.
She takes her responsibilities as a nurse very seriously.

2. have responsibility
to be in a position of authority over someone and to
have a duty to make sure certain things are done.
Jenny, you have responsibility for clearing up the room
after the class.

3. have a responsibility to sb
to have a duty to work for or help someone who is in a
position of authority over you
The company says it cannot cut its prices any more Sentence
because it has a responsibility to its shareholders.
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