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IELTS word

literacy

/ˈlɪt̬.ɚ.ə.si/noun

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English definition

the ability to read and write

Common phrases / collocations

  1. literacy skills
  2. adult literacy
  3. literacy rate

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The class helped adults improve their literacy.

  2. 2.

    Strong literacy skills help at work.

  3. 3.

    The program supports adult literacy.

Visual learning

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An adult learner reads a simple book aloud with help from a teacher.
the ability to read and write
1learner opens book
2reads with teacher
learner opens book→reads with teacher