noun · neutral
insurance
UK/ɪnˈʃʊərəns/US/ɪnˈʃʊrəns/in·SUR·ance
a system or arrangement that provides financial protection against loss or damage
Examples
“Before travelling abroad it's wise to get travel insurance in case you need medical care.”
“Many people buy car insurance to protect themselves against the cost of accidents.”
“The company's medical insurance scheme covers most hospital bills.”
Band 8 sentence
“Comprehensive travel insurance is essential when visiting countries where medical costs are prohibitively high.”
Collocations
- take out insurance
- insurance policy
- health/travel/car insurance
Word family
Common mistakes
a insurance→insurance / an insurance policy
ensure the car is insured→ensure = đảm bảo; insure = mua bảo hiểm
Say it for a higher band
5financial protection→6coverage→7+insurance
Synonyms
coverage
protection
Easily confused
assurance
“The manager gave his assurance that the problem would be resolved.”
ensure
“Please ensure that all windows are closed before you leave.”
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