VOCABULARY
greedy
codicioso, avaricioso
Retailers often rely on special promotions to ____ people into making purchases they might otherwise avoid
lure
rip off
to cheat someone by charging too much or being dishonest
Housing has become ......................... for many young people
(afford)
unaffordable
make ends meet
llegar a fin de mes
enticing
very attractive or tempting, making you want to have or do it
Despite the rise of online shopping, traditional stores continue to attract customers ____ providing a more personal experience
by
come into
to inherit or receive money/property unexpectedly
...................... encourages people to buy more than they actually need
(consume)
Consumerism
in the lap of luxury
having an easy and comfortable life with a lot of money, possessions etc
squander
To waste money, time, or opportunities in a careless or irresponsible way
However, not all marketing strategies are ethical; some can be downright misleading, leaving consumers ____ regret or feeling ripped off
with
Splash out on
To spend a lot of money on something enjoyable
“We splashed out on a luxury hotel.”
The advertisement was ....................... and caused customers to complain
(lead)
misleading
Tighten your belt
Spend less money due to financial difficulty
“We’ve had to tighten our belts this year.”
gimmick
a trick, feature, or idea used to attract attention or increase sales
Ultimately, understanding how advertising works allows people to make informed decisions and ____ their finances more effectively
manage
Lure into
To persuade or trick someone into doing something, often by offering something attractive or by deceiving them
Tourist areas often sell.................. products that aren’t worth it
(price)
overpriced
once in a blue moon
very rarely to happen
impoverished
Very poor, having very little money or resources
Many customers end ____ regretting their purchases
up
Fork out on/for
To reluctantly pay money
“I had to fork out €300 for car repairs.”
Many governments are trying to support ..................... communities
(poverty)
impoverished
good egg
a good person, reliable