Architecture vocabulary

There is a possibility that in the IELTS Speaking examination, you will be asked to talk about a building in your country. This could be a modern or historcial building, or simply a home or apartment that you have visited. Below are some key vocabulary (four nouns, four adjectives and four verbs) related to architecture that you should know.

enclosure

landmark

structure

mixture

iconic

ornate

contemporary

innovative

decorate

commission

renovate

restore

Research the meaning of the 12 words and when you are ready, complete the vocabulary exercise below: