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B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

sufrimiento extremo físico o mental; dolor intenso
Meaning
extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain
Example
He was in agony after the accident.
Estaba en agonía después del accidente.
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

perforar
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
La flecha atravesará el objetivo.
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

disputa, desacuerdo
Meaning
a disagreement or argument about something important
Example
The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.
Los dos países están en disputa sobre el tema de la frontera.
B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

desestabilizador, perturbador
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause disruption.
Example
Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.
La deforestación tiene un efecto desestabilizador sobre la fauna.
B2 noun /beɪ liːf/

Bay leaf

hoja de laurel
Meaning
dried aromatic leaf of the bay laurel tree used as a culinary herb
Example
Add a bay leaf to the soup for extra flavor.
Añade una hoja de laurel a la sopa para un sabor extra.
B2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌprəʊfaɪl/

high-profile

de alto perfil
Meaning
having a lot of attention or public notice
Example
The CEO attended a high-profile conference in New York.
El CEO asistió a una conferencia de alto perfil en Nueva York.
B2 adjective /ˈwɪk.ɪd/

Wicked

malvado; perverso;
Meaning
evil or morally wrong; intended to or capable of harming someone or something
Example
The wicked queen cast a spell on the princess.
La reina malvada lanzó un hechizo sobre la princesa.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

inadecuado
Meaning
Not sufficient or good enough.
Example
The funding was inadequate to complete the project.
El financiamiento era inadecuado para completar el proyecto.
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

moderadamente
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
Ella hace ejercicio moderadamente para mantenerse saludable.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

mantenimiento
Meaning
The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.
Example
Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.
El mantenimiento regular aumenta la vida util de las maquinas.
B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

grosella
Meaning
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
Example
Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.
Las grosellas son ricas en vitamina C y hacen excelentes mermeladas.
B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

interactivo
Meaning
Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.
Example
Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.
El aprendizaje interactivo mantiene a los estudiantes comprometidos con las lecciones.
B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

directriz
Meaning
a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction
Example
The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.
La empresa emitió nuevas directrices para la seguridad de los empleados.
B2 verb /spɪn/

spin

girar
Meaning
To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate
Example
The dancer began to spin gracefully on the stage.
La bailarina comenzó a girar con gracia en el escenario.
B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

participación
Meaning
the act of taking part in something
Example
His involvement in the project was crucial.
Su participación en el proyecto fue crucial.
B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

mentalidad
Meaning
The established set of attitudes held by someone.
Example
A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.
Una mentalidad de crecimiento ayuda a las personas a aceptar los desafíos.
B2 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

astuto / sagaz
Meaning
Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.
Example
She gave him a sly smile.
Ella le dio una sonrisa astuta.
B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

orgánico
Meaning
Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
La agricultura orgánica mejora la salud del suelo y reduce la contaminación.
B2 noun /ˈprɛdətər/

predator

depredador
Meaning
An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.
Example
Lions are powerful predators in the savannah.
Los leones son depredadores poderosos en la sabana.
B2 noun /hʊd/

Hood

capucha
Meaning
the expandable neck region of certain snakes like cobras; a covering for the head
Example
The cobra spread its hood when it felt threatened.
La cobra extendió su capucho cuando sintió amenaza.
B2 verb /reɪp/

rape

violación
Meaning
to force someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent
Example
The law strictly punishes those who commit rape.
La ley castiga estrictamente a aquellos que cometen violación.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒɪnəbl/

imaginable

imaginable
Meaning
Capable of being imagined or conceived.
Example
They offered every imaginable type of food at the festival.
Ofrecieron todo tipo de comida imaginable en el festival.
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

constituir
Meaning
To consist of or be made up of something.
Example
The committee comprises five members.
El comité está compuesto por cinco miembros.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

Enduring

duradero; persistente; que dura mucho tiempo
Meaning
lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades.
Su amistad duradera duró décadas.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mentalmente
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
Ella se estaba preparando mentalmente para el examen.
B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

sobredosis
Meaning
An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.
Example
He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.
Fue llevado al hospital después de una sobredosis de drogas.
B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

impropio; incorrecto; inapropiado
Meaning
inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable
Example
It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.
Sería impropio discutir asuntos personales en una reunión de negocios.
B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

activamente
Meaning
in a way that involves energetic participation or effort
Example
He is actively involved in community service.
Él está involucrado activamente en el servicio comunitario.
B2 verb /ˈflʌrɪʃ/

flourish

florecer
Meaning
To grow or develop in a healthy or successful way.
Example
Her business began to flourish after she introduced online sales.
Su negocio comenzó a florecer después de que introdujo las ventas en línea.
B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

presionar o aplastar algo con tanta fuerza que se dañe o destruya
Meaning
to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed
Example
He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.
Él accidentalmente aplastó el vaso de papel con su mano.
B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

renovable
Meaning
Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.
Example
Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.
Los recursos renovables minimizan los daños al medio ambiente.
B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

trazo
Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
Ella trazó el camino del río en el mapa.
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

defensa
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
Su defensa de los derechos de los niños le valió reconocimiento internacional.
B2 noun /bʌlk/

Bulk

masa; mayor parte;
Meaning
the mass or size of something large; the greater part or majority of something
Example
The bulk of the work was completed before the deadline.
La mayor parte del trabajo se completó antes de la fecha límite.
B2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ/

networking

redes sociales
Meaning
The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.
Example
Networking is important for career development.
Las redes sociales son importantes para el desarrollo profesional.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

entusiasta y amigable; sustancial y nutritivo
Meaning
enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing
Example
He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.
Nos dio una cálida bienvenida cuando llegamos a su casa.
B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

asombrar
Meaning
to greatly surprise or amaze someone
Example
The magician's final trick astounded the audience.
El truco final del mago asombró al público.
B2 adverb /ˈaʊər.li/

Hourly

cada hora; ocurrido o hecho cada hora; continuamente
Meaning
every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously
Example
The weather report is updated hourly.
El informe del clima se actualiza cada hora.
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

sin interrupciones
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
Un proceso de pago sin interrupciones mejora la satisfacción del usuario.
B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

historiador
Meaning
a person who studies or writes about history
Example
The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.
El historiador dio una conferencia sobre civilizaciones antiguas.
B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

cucaracha
Meaning
a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places
Example
A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.
Una cucaracha corrió rápidamente por el piso de la cocina.
B2 noun /ˈbælət/

ballot

papeleta
Meaning
a process of voting, usually in secret; the paper used to record a vote
Example
Voters cast their ballot in the election.
Los votantes emitieron su papeleta en la elección.
B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rmli/

Firmly

firmemente
Meaning
in a strong, steady, and unwavering manner
Example
She firmly believed in her decision.
Ella creía firmemente en su decisión.
B2 adverb /ˈmiːn.taɪm/

Meantime

mientras tanto
Meaning
during the time between two events; in the period of time between now and when something else happens
Example
The food will be ready in an hour; in the meantime, we can watch TV.
La comida estará lista en una hora; mientras tanto, podemos ver televisión.
B2 adjective /ɡeɪ/

gay

gay
Meaning
sexually attracted to people of the same sex; also used to mean cheerful or lively
Example
He came out as gay during college.
Salió del armario como gay durante la universidad.
B2 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

geográfico
Meaning
relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area
Example
The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.
La posición geográfica del país lo convierte en un importante centro comercial.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

autoconciencia
Meaning
Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Example
Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.
La autoconciencia ayuda a comprender las emociones y acciones de uno mismo.
B2 noun /prɪˈkɔː.ʃən/

Precaution

precaución
Meaning
an action taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening
Example
As a precaution, we should bring extra water on the hike.
Como precaución, debemos llevar agua extra en la caminata.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

exigente; muy selectivo; particular sobre lo que le gusta o acepta
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
Es muy exigente con los restaurantes donde come.
B2 adjective /ˈɒnɡəʊɪŋ/

ongoing

en curso
Meaning
continuing; still in progress
Example
The ongoing project will finish next month.
El proyecto en curso terminará el próximo mes.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

inimaginable
Meaning
impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration
Example
It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.
Era inimaginable que tal tragedia pudiera ocurrir en nuestra tranquila ciudad.
B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːk

framework

marco
Meaning
An essential supporting structure of a building, vehicle, or object; a basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text.
Example
A strong framework is vital for governance.
Un marco fuerte es vital para la gobernanza.
B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

cometa
Meaning
a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun
Example
Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.
El cometa de Halley aparece en el cielo cada 76 años.
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɜː.prə.tər/

Interpreter

intérprete; traductor;
Meaning
a person who translates orally from one language into another; someone who explains meaning
Example
The international conference hired professional interpreters to translate speeches in real time.
La conferencia internacional contrató intérpretes profesionales para traducir los discursos en tiempo real.
B2 noun /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

screening

examen o proyección
Meaning
the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program
Example
The hospital offered free health screening for all employees.
El hospital ofreció exámenes de salud gratuitos para todos los empleados.
B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

superficial; poco profundo; falta de conocimiento profundo
Meaning
not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
Example
The shallow water is perfect for children to play.
El agua superficial es perfecta para que los niños jueguen.
B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

sensibilidad
Meaning
The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.
Example
Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.
Bose demostró la sensibilidad de las plantas a través de experimentos.
B2 noun ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

benchmark

punto de referencia
Meaning
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.
Example
Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.
La Ciudad del Mar Sabah Al Ahmad establece un punto de referencia en sostenibilidad.
B2 noun /ˈprɛsɪdənt/

precedent

precedente
Meaning
An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.
Example
The judge’s ruling set a new precedent for similar cases.
La decisión del juez estableció un nuevo precedente para casos similares.
B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

dejar caer o desechar algo descuidadamente
Meaning
to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly
Example
He dumped all the trash into the bin.
Él tiró toda la basura en el bote.
B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

componer
Meaning
to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself
Example
She composes beautiful songs.
Ella compone hermosas canciones.
B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

interpersonal
Meaning
Relating to relationships or communication between people.
Example
He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.
Él tiene excelentes habilidades interpersonales y se lleva bien con los demás.
B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

discreto
Meaning
careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment
Example
She was discreet about the details of their conversation.
Ella fue discreta sobre los detalles de su conversación.
B2 noun/verb ˈven.tʃər

venture

empresa arriesgada, aventura, emprender
Meaning
A risky or daring journey or undertaking; a business enterprise involving considerable risk.
Example
His new venture into e-commerce proved successful.
Su nueva aventura en el comercio electrónico fue exitosa.
B2 noun /fʌs/

Fuss

alboroto; agitación; preocupación innecesaria
Meaning
unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter
Example
She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.
Hizo tanto alboroto por la pequeña mancha en su vestido que todos lo notaron.
B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

interfaz
Meaning
a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact
Example
The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.
La interfaz de usuario está diseñada para ser intuitiva y fácil de usar.
B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

definitivo
Meaning
serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive
Example
The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.
El comité llegó a un acuerdo definitivo sobre la política.
B2 noun /kwɪlt/

Quilt

edredón
Meaning
a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric
Example
Grandmother made a beautiful quilt with colorful patches for my bed.
La abuela hizo un hermoso edredón con parches coloridos para mi cama.
B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

cumplir
Meaning
to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell
Example
I will abide by the rules of the company.
Yo cumpliré con las reglas de la empresa.
B2 adjective /rɪˈstrɪk.tɪd/

Restricted

limitado o controlado; sujeto a restricciones
Meaning
limited or controlled; subject to restrictions
Example
Access to this area is restricted to authorized personnel only.
El acceso a esta área está restringido solo a personal autorizado.
B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

consolidar
Meaning
To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.
Example
The company aims to consolidate its market position.
La compañía tiene como objetivo consolidar su posición en el mercado.
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

una historia corta e interesante utilizada en discursos o escritos
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
Una anécdota bien colocada hace que un discurso sea más relatable.
B2 noun /ˈweər.ə.baʊts/

Whereabouts

paradero; ubicación
Meaning
the place where someone or something is located
Example
Nobody knows the whereabouts of the missing person.
Nadie sabe el paradero de la persona desaparecida.
B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

prejuicio
Meaning
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
Example
We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.
Debemos luchar contra los prejuicios y la discriminación en nuestra sociedad.
B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

asignar
Meaning
to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility
Example
The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.
El gerente asignará tareas a los nuevos empleados.
B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

divulgar
Meaning
to reveal or make information known; to expose
Example
The company must disclose all financial information.
La compañía debe divulgar toda la información financiera.
B2 noun /ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/

enforcement

aplicación de la ley
Meaning
the act of making sure that laws or rules are followed
Example
The police are responsible for law enforcement.
La policía es responsable de la aplicación de la ley.
B2 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

fenómenos
Meaning
Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.
Example
Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.
Fenómenos como inundaciones alteran los sistemas agrícolas.
B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

además
Meaning
in addition to what has been said or done
Example
Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.
Además, ofrecemos descuentos para reservas anticipadas.
B2 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/

Universal

universal
Meaning
applicable to all cases; existing everywhere
Example
Music is a universal language that everyone understands.
La música es un lenguaje universal que todos entienden.
B2 noun /ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

inventory

inventario
Meaning
A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.
Example
The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.
El tendero revisó el inventario antes de abrir la tienda.
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪt/

exaggerate

exagerar
Meaning
to describe something as better, worse, or more important than it really is
Example
He tends to exaggerate his achievements.
Él tiende a exagerar sus logros.
B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

componentes
Meaning
Components or elements used to create something.
Example
Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.
Las proteínas y las vitaminas son constituyentes esenciales de una dieta saludable.
B2 noun /ɪnˈventər/

inventor

inventor
Meaning
a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process
Example
The inventor patented her new medical device.
El inventor patentó su nuevo dispositivo médico.
B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

consenso
Meaning
A general agreement among all members of a group.
Example
Consensus was reached after long deliberation.
Se alcanzó el consenso después de una larga deliberación.
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

gallo
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
El gallo cantó fuerte al amanecer para despertar a todos.
B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

complemento
Meaning
something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves
Example
The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.
la bufanda complementa su atuendo perfectamente.
B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

sucesor
Meaning
a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role
Example
The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.
El CEO anunció su jubilación y nombró a su sucesor para la empresa.
B2 verb dɪˈspætʃt

dispatched

enviado
Meaning
To send off to a destination or for a purpose.
Example
A team was dispatched quickly.
Un equipo fue enviado rápidamente.
B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

desplazamiento
Meaning
Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.
Example
Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.
Desplazar por los feeds pierde mucho tiempo.
B2 noun /hɜːb/ (US) /hɜːb/ or /ɜːb/

herb

hierba
Meaning
a plant used for flavoring food, medicine, or perfume
Example
Basil is a popular herb used in Italian cuisine.
La albahaca es una hierba popular en la cocina italiana.
B2 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

caca
Meaning
a vulgar term for feces or excrement
Example
The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.
El perro hizo un desorden al dejar su caca en el suelo.
B2 noun ˌreɪ.di.oʊ.ækˈtɪv.ə.ti

radioactivity

radiactividad
Meaning
The emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.
Example
Radioactivity is used in medical treatments like cancer therapy.
La radioactividad se usa en tratamientos médicos como la terapia del cáncer.
B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

comunal
Meaning
Shared by all members of a community; for common use.
Example
The villagers worked together in the communal garden.
Los aldeanos trabajaron juntos en el jardín comunal.
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.fəl/

Tasteful

delicioso; elegante; con buen gusto
Meaning
showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty
Example
She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.
Ella decoró su casa de una manera muy elegante.
B2 noun /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

manipulación
Meaning
The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.
Example
Media manipulation influences public opinion.
La manipulación mediática influye en la opinión pública.
B2 noun /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/

Publicity

publicidad
Meaning
public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion
Example
The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.
La película recibió mucha publicidad antes de su estreno.
B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

distraído
Meaning
often forgetting things or not paying attention
Example
He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.
Él está tan distraído que a menudo olvida sus llaves.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

restringido a una persona, grupo o área particular; no compartido con otros
Meaning
restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others
Example
The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.
El hotel ofrece acceso exclusivo a una playa privada.
B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

eventos catastróficos
Meaning
Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.
Example
Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.
Los ciclones son eventos catastróficos en Bangladesh.
B2 noun prɒsˈpɛr.ɪ.ti

prosperity

prosperidad
Meaning
The state of being prosperous; success or wealth.
Example
The country achieved great prosperity during the last decade.
El país logró una gran prosperidad durante la última década.
B2 noun /ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/

supervisor

supervisor
Meaning
a person who manages or directs the work of others
Example
The supervisor checked the progress of each employee.
El supervisor revisó el progreso de cada empleado.
B2 noun /ˌrek.riˈeɪ.ʃən/

Recreation

ocio; el proceso de hacer algo existir de nuevo
Meaning
an activity that is done for enjoyment; the process of making something exist again
Example
The park provides recreation facilities for children and adults.
El parque ofrece instalaciones de recreación para niños y adultos.
B2 noun /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

demócrata
Meaning
a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US
Example
He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.
Él es un demócrata fuerte que cree en los derechos iguales.
B2 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

apretar
Meaning
to make something more secure or less loose
Example
He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.
Él apretó los tornillos para asegurar la estantería.
B2 adjective /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

crónico
Meaning
Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.
Example
She suffers from chronic back pain.
Ella sufre de dolor crónico en la espalda.
B2 noun /ˌɔː.ri.enˈteɪ.ʃən/

orientation

orientación
Meaning
the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment
Example
The company provides an orientation for all new employees.
La empresa ofrece una orientación para todos los nuevos empleados.
B2 noun /spaɪn/

Spine

columna vertebral; soporte central de una estructura
Meaning
the backbone or vertebral column of a vertebrate; the central support of a structure
Example
She injured her spine in the accident.
Ella se lesionó la columna vertebral en el accidente.
B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

probabilidad
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
Hay una alta probabilidad de lluvia mañana.
B2 adverb /ˈbruːtəli/

brutally

brutalmente
Meaning
in a cruel, violent, or harsh manner; in a very direct and blunt way
Example
The prisoners were treated brutally by the guards.
Los prisioneros fueron tratados brutalmente por los guardias.
B2 noun /ˈet.ɪ.kət/

Etiquette

etiqueta
Meaning
the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession
Example
Proper etiquette requires standing when a lady enters the room.
La etiqueta adecuada requiere ponerse de pie cuando una dama entra en la habitación.
B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

gasto
Meaning
The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.
Example
Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.
Gestionar el gasto es fundamental para hacer un presupuesto.
B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

Emitir
Meaning
to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas
Example
The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.
La fábrica emite humo en la atmósfera.
B2 verb /daɪˈvɜːrt/

divert

desviar
Meaning
to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain
Example
The police diverted traffic to a side road.
La policía desvió el tráfico hacia una carretera lateral.
B2 noun /ˈkɔːtruːm/

courtroom

sala de audiencias
Meaning
a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge
Example
The witness was called to testify in the courtroom.
Se llamo al testigo a testificar en la sala de audiencias.
B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

angelical
Meaning
Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.
Example
The child had an angelic smile.
El niño tenía una sonrisa angelical.
B2 noun /djuː/

Dew

rocío
Meaning
tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses
Example
The morning dew glistened on the grass.
El rocío de la mañana brilló sobre la hierba.
B2 verb /ɪˈvækjueɪt/

evacuate

evacuar
Meaning
To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.
Example
The residents were ordered to evacuate the building after the fire alarm.
Los residentes fueron ordenados a evacuar el edificio después de la alarma de incendio.
B2 adjective /ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

Praiseworthy

digno de elogio
Meaning
deserving praise; commendable; admirable
Example
Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy.
Su trabajo caritativo es verdaderamente digno de elogio.
B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

criterio
Meaning
A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.
Example
Honesty is an important criterion for this job.
La honestidad es un criterio importante para este trabajo.
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

albaricoque
Meaning
a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh
Example
The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.
El árbol de albaricoque produce frutas dulces en verano.