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B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

autenticidad
Meaning
The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.
Example
The authenticity of the document was verified.
La autenticidad del documento fue verificada.
B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

glaciares
Meaning
a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land
Example
The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.
El glaciar se está derritiendo lentamente debido al cambio climático.
B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

sueño de calidad
Meaning
Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being
Example
Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.
El sueño de calidad mejora la función cognitiva y la salud en general.
B2 noun /ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

Centipede

ciempiés
Meaning
a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places
Example
I found a centipede crawling under the rock.
Encontré un ciempiés arrastrándose bajo la roca.
B2 noun ˈmɛn.təl ˈfoʊ.kəs

mental focus

enfoque mental
Meaning
The ability to concentrate deeply on a specific task or thought; mental concentration and attention.
Example
Meditation improves mental focus and cognitive performance.
La meditación mejora el enfoque mental y el rendimiento cognitivo.
B2 noun ˌɡloʊ.bəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

globalization

globalización
Meaning
The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.
Example
Globalization has connected economies across the world.
La globalización ha conectado economías en todo el mundo.
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 /vɒlˈkæn.ɪk ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

volcanic eruption

erupción volcánica
Meaning
The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.
Example
The volcanic eruption covered the town in ash.
La erupción volcánica cubrió la ciudad con cenizas.
B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

sector
Meaning
a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry
Example
The technology sector is growing rapidly.
El sector tecnológico está creciendo rápidamente.
B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

Vaina de moringa
Meaning
long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries
Example
The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.
El drumstick agrega un sabor único al curry de pescado tradicional.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪnstriːm/

mainstream

corriente principal
Meaning
the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion
Example
Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people.
Las redes sociales se han convertido en una fuente de noticias corriente principal para muchas personas.
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

complicar
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
Las nuevas reglas solo complicarán el proceso.
B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

triunfante; feliz
Meaning
having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success
Example
The team was triumphant after winning the championship.
El equipo estaba triunfante después de ganar el campeonato.
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

delantal
Meaning
A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.
Example
She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.
Ella se puso un delantal alrededor de su cintura antes de cocinar la cena.
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 /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

regreso
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
El cantante hizo un regreso notable después de años de silencio.
B2 noun /ˈfɜːrneɪs/

furnace

horno
Meaning
an enclosed structure in which heat is produced for a building or for melting metal
Example
The factory's furnace melted the metal quickly.
El horno de la fábrica fundió el metal rápidamente.
B2 noun /ɔː/

awe

asombro
Meaning
a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder
Example
The children looked at the fireworks in awe.
Los niños miraban los fuegos artificiales con asombro.
B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

umbral, límite
Meaning
A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.
Example
Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.
Una vez que se alcanza el umbral de la población de plagas, deben tomarse medidas.
B2 noun fəˈtiːɡ

fatigue

fatiga
Meaning
Physical or mental exhaustion due to prolonged exertion or mental stress
Example
Lack of sleep leads to extreme fatigue.
La falta de sueño conduce a una fatiga extrema.
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 adjective /ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl/

Influential

influyente; persuasivo
Meaning
having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive
Example
She is an influential leader in the community.
Ella es una líder influyente en la comunidad.
B2 noun /ˈdeb.ɪt/

Debit

débito; deuda; cargo
Meaning
an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account
Example
The bank showed a debit of fifty dollars from my checking account.
El banco mostró un débito de cincuenta dólares de mi cuenta corriente.
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

siete hábitos
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Incluso los hábitos ayudan a mantener un estilo de vida equilibrado.
B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

proactivo
Meaning
Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.
Example
Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.
Se necesitan estrategias proactivas para combatir la escasez.
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

esquivar
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
El boxeador logró esquivar el golpe de su oponente.
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

fortalecer
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
La comunicación puede fortalecer los lazos entre las personas.
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːldli/

worldly

materialista
Meaning
Concerned with material values or ordinary life rather than spiritual matters.
Example
He was more interested in worldly success than in spiritual growth.
Él estaba más interesado en el éxito material que en el crecimiento espiritual.
B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

seguridad móvil
Meaning
Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.
Example
Strong mobile security protects personal information.
Una fuerte seguridad móvil protege la información personal.
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

tallar
Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
El artista talló una hermosa estatua de mármol.
B2 noun /prɔːn/

Prawn

gamba
Meaning
a large marine crustacean similar to shrimp but typically bigger
Example
The chef prepared delicious prawn curry with coconut milk.
El chef preparó un delicioso curry de gamba con leche de coco.
B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/

Feather

pluma de ave
Meaning
one of the light structures that cover a bird's body
Example
The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.
El pavo real tiene hermosas plumas de colores.
B2 verb /reɪd/

raid

redada
Meaning
to attack suddenly; to search and seize
Example
Police raid the illegal gambling house.
La policía realiza una redada en la casa de apuestas ilegal.
B2 adjective /ˈɡrædʒuˌeɪtɪd/

graduated

graduado / escalonado
Meaning
Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree
Example
The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely.
El científico usó un cilindro graduado para medir el líquido con precisión.
B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

medicación
Meaning
a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.
El doctor recetó medicación para su dolor de cabeza.
B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

finalmente
Meaning
in the end, after everything else
Example
Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.
Finalmente, decidimos continuar con el proyecto.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

pisar
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
No pises las flores.
B2 verb /ˈskræmbəl/

scramble

subir o mezclar rápidamente
Meaning
to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way
Example
The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite.
Los niños subieron rápidamente la colina para atrapar la cometa.
B2 verb /kweɪk/

quake

temblar
Meaning
to shake or tremble, often due to fear or a natural event like an earthquake
Example
The ground began to quake during the earthquake.
El suelo comenzó a temblar durante el terremoto.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

estudiado
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
Su respuesta fue calmada y estudiada, no impulsiva.
B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

evocar
Meaning
to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind
Example
The old song evoked memories of her childhood.
La vieja canción evocó recuerdos de su infancia.
B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

abiertamente; públicamente
Meaning
in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly
Example
She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.
Ella habló abiertamente sobre sus luchas con la salud mental.
B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

mal uso
Meaning
To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.
Example
Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.
El mal uso de los perfiles en redes sociales puede dañar las relaciones.
B2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ/

overwhelming

abrumador
Meaning
Very intense; overpowering.
Example
Large tasks can feel overwhelming.
Las grandes tareas pueden sentirse abrumadoras.
B2 verb /əbˈteɪn/

obtain

obtener
Meaning
to get or acquire something
Example
You need to obtain a visa before traveling abroad.
Necesitas obtener una visa antes de viajar al extranjero.
B2 noun, verb /ˈbʌŋkər/

bunker

búnker
Meaning
a reinforced underground shelter; to place or store something in a protected place
Example
They hid in a bunker during the air raid.
Se escondieron en un búnker durante el ataque aéreo.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

de manera grosera
Meaning
in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners
Example
He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.
Habló de manera grosera con el camarero a pesar del buen servicio.
B2 noun /ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/

Mischief

travieso
Meaning
Playful behavior that causes minor trouble or annoyance but is not meant to cause serious harm
Example
The children were full of mischief during the summer holidays.
Los niños estaban llenos de travesuras durante las vacaciones de verano.
B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

enfrentar
Meaning
to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict
Example
She had to confront her fears before making the speech.
Ella tuvo que enfrentar sus miedos antes de dar el discurso.
B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

molécula
Meaning
The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.
Example
A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
Una molécula de agua está formada por dos átomos de hidrógeno y un átomo de oxígeno.
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

seguimiento del progreso
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
El seguimiento regular del progreso ayuda a alcanzar metas a largo plazo.
B2 noun /ˈhænd.fʊl/

Handful

un puñado; una pequeña cantidad o número; algo difícil de controlar
Meaning
a quantity that fills the hand; a small number or amount; something difficult to control
Example
She grabbed a handful of nuts from the bowl before heading out for her walk.
Ella cogió un puñado de nueces del bol antes de salir a caminar.
B2 noun /ˈdɪdʒɪt/

digit

dígito
Meaning
a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe
Example
You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone.
Debes introducir un código de cuatro dígitos para desbloquear el teléfono.
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

novedad
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
La novedad de la invención atrajo a los inversores.
B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

astrología
Meaning
the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs
Example
She studied astrology to understand her future.
Ella estudió astrología para entender su futuro.
B2 noun /doʊ/

dough

masa
Meaning
a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries
Example
She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking.
Ella amasó la masa durante diez minutos antes de hornear.
B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

infligir
Meaning
to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something
Example
The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.
La tormenta infligió un daño considerable a la ciudad.
B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli/

extensively

extensivamente
Meaning
in a thorough or wide-ranging manner
Example
She traveled extensively across Europe for her research.
Ella viajó extensivamente por Europa para su investigación.
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

anterior
Meaning
existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier
Example
You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.
Necesitas aprobación previa antes de realizar cualquier cambio en el sistema.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkər/

marker

marca, marcador
Meaning
an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing
Example
He used a red marker to underline the important points.
Usó un marcador rojo para subrayar los puntos importantes.
B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

proporcionar
Meaning
to provide or give; to make or cause to become
Example
The artist renders the scene beautifully.
El artista presenta la escena bellamente.
B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

gabinete
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
El gabinete de la cocina está lleno de platos y utensilios.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

axila
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
Se aplicó desodorante en su axila.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

de mediana edad
Meaning
being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old
Example
The middle-aged man started a new career.
El hombre de mediana edad comenzó una nueva carrera.
B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

trineo
Meaning
a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals
Example
The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.
Los niños montaron un trineo por la colina nevada.
B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

transmitir, comunicar, llevar
Meaning
To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.
Example
The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.
El maestro transmite la lección claramente a los estudiantes.
B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

clasificar
Meaning
to arrange or organize into categories or groups
Example
The librarian classified the books by subject.
El bibliotecario clasificó los libros por tema.
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 /ˌʌnəˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

unavailability

indisponibilidad
Meaning
The state of being not available or not accessible.
Example
The unavailability of the manager caused a delay in the project.
La indisponibilidad del gerente causó un retraso en el proyecto.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈlætɪn/

latin

latín
Meaning
the language of ancient Rome; relating to Latin culture or language
Example
Many English words are derived from Latin.
Muchas palabras en inglés provienen del latín.
B2 noun /dɒk/

dock

muelle
Meaning
a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired
Example
The ship stayed at the dock for two days.
El barco permaneció en el muelle durante dos días.
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

reacio; rehusado; vacilante a hacer algo;
Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
Ella estaba reacia a compartir su información personal.
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 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

coincidir
Meaning
To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.
Example
The meeting coincided with her birthday.
La reunión coincidió con su cumpleaños.
B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

llama
Meaning
a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
Example
The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.
La llama de la vela parpadeó suavemente en la brisa de la tarde.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

terminal, final, enfermedad terminal
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
Él esperó el autobús en la terminal central.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/

Lioness

leona
Meaning
an adult female lion
Example
The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger.
La feroz leona protegió a sus cachorros del peligro.
B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

confidencialidad
Meaning
The state of keeping or being kept secret or private
Example
Confidentiality is crucial in data security.
La confidencialidad es crucial en la seguridad de datos.
B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

testimonio; evidencia
Meaning
a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof
Example
The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.
El testigo dio un testimonio convincente durante el juicio.
B2 adverb /ˈfɔ:rmoast/

Foremost

ante todo; lo más importante
Meaning
most importantly; above all; in the first place
Example
First and foremost, we need to ensure safety.
Primero y ante todo, necesitamos asegurar la seguridad.
B2 adjective /boʊld/

Bold

valiente; seguro; audaz
Meaning
brave; confident; daring
Example
He made a bold decision to start his own business.
Tomó una decisión audaz para iniciar su propio negocio.
B2 adjective /ˈflʌfi/

fluffy

felicidad
Meaning
soft, light, and airy in texture
Example
She baked a fluffy cake for the party.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 noun

Kitchen garden

huerto doméstico; jardín cerca de la cocina
B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

continuamente; de manera continua; sin interrupción
Meaning
without interruption; in an unbroken sequence
Example
The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.
La máquina funciona continuamente durante 24 horas.
B2 adjective /ɪˈven.tʃu.əl/

Eventual

final
Meaning
happening or existing at the end of a process; final; ultimate
Example
The eventual outcome was better than expected.
El resultado final fue mejor de lo esperado.
B2 noun /den/

Den

cueva; sala cómoda; lugar para actividades ilegales
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
El zorro desapareció en su cueva cuando sintió que el peligro se acercaba.
B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

instalación
Meaning
The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.
Example
The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.
La instalación del cable submarino está casi completa.
B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

autobús de dos pisos
Meaning
a bus with two levels or floors for passengers
Example
The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.
El autobús de dos pisos rojo es un símbolo famoso de Londres.
B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

adherir
Meaning
To stick firmly to something or stay attached.
Example
Neutrons adhere to protons.
Los neutrones se adhieren a los protones.
B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

condicional; sujeto a condiciones
Meaning
dependent on certain conditions; not absolute
Example
The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.
La oferta de trabajo es condicional a pasar la verificación de antecedentes.
B2 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

prefijo; añadir algo al principio
Meaning
a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else
Example
Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.
Los desarrolladores a menudo prefijan variables con un guion bajo.
B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

desplazamiento
Meaning
Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.
Example
He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.
Él se desplaza dos horas cada día para llegar a su oficina.
B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

imperial
Meaning
Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.
Example
The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.
El palacio imperial era un símbolo del poder del emperador.
B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

jurado
Meaning
a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence
Example
The jury found him guilty of the crime.
El jurado lo encontró culpable del crimen.
B2 noun /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

evitación
Meaning
the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation
Example
Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.
La evitación de conversaciones difíciles puede crear problemas mayores más tarde.
B2 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪtər/

glitter

brillar
Meaning
To shine with bright, shimmering light; or decorative sparkles.
Example
Her dress glittered under the stage lights.
Su vestido brilló bajo las luces del escenario.
B2 verb /wɪðˈstænd/

withstand

soportar / resistir
Meaning
to resist or endure something without being harmed
Example
This building can withstand strong earthquakes.
Este edificio puede soportar terremotos fuertes.
B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

despliegue
Meaning
The action of bringing resources into effective action.
Example
The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.
El despliegue del nuevo software se completó con éxito.
B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

aclarar
Meaning
to make clear; to explain more clearly
Example
The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.
El profesor aclara el concepto difícil.
B2 verb /wiːv/

weave

tejer
Meaning
to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out
Example
She learned to weave beautiful carpets.
Ella aprendió a tejer alfombras hermosas.
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

cineasta
Meaning
a person who makes films, typically as a profession
Example
He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.
Es un cineasta muy conocido en la industria.
B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

parte trasera
Meaning
the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks
Example
The kids slid down the hill on their backside.
Los niños bajaron la colina en su parte trasera.
B2 noun /ˈlɪvər/

liver

hígado
Meaning
a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food.
Example
The liver plays a vital role in removing toxins from the body.
El hígado juega un papel vital en la eliminación de toxinas del cuerpo.
B2 adjective, noun, verb /faʊl/

foul

sucio, injusto
Meaning
offensive to the senses; dirty or unpleasant; in sports, an unfair or illegal act
Example
The player was penalized for committing a foul.
El jugador fue penalizado por cometer una falta.
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 ˈskruːtɪni

scrutiny

examen minucioso
Meaning
Critical observation or examination
Example
The new law is under scrutiny by the legislative body.
La nueva ley está bajo examen minucioso por el cuerpo legislativo.
B2 adjective /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

sutil, ligero, delicado
Meaning
So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.
Example
The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.
El uso del color por parte del artista fue sutil pero poderoso.
B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

elegible
Meaning
Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.
Solo los candidatos elegibles son considerados para los nombramientos.
B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

creador
Meaning
a person who brings something into existence
Example
He is the creator of many successful startups.
Él es el creador de muchas startups exitosas.
B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

acción; hazaña; documento legal;
Meaning
an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership
Example
His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.
Su hazaña heroica salvó al niño de ahogarse en el río.
B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

cubano
Meaning
relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture
Example
We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.
Disfrutamos de un delicioso café cubano en el café.
B2 noun /ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/

Grass-hopper

saltamontes
Meaning
a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants
Example
The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another.
El saltamontes saltó de una hoja a otra.
B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

nostalgia
Meaning
A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.
Example
Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.
Escuchar canciones antiguas me llena de nostalgia.
B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

monja
Meaning
a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent
Example
The nun taught at the local Catholic school.
La monja enseñó en la escuela católica local.
B2 adverb /ˈræp.ɪd.li/

Rapidly

rápidamente
Meaning
at a fast speed; quickly
Example
The company is rapidly expanding into new markets.
La empresa está expandiéndose rápidamente en nuevos mercados.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

inclusivo
Meaning
Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.
Example
Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.
El crecimiento inclusivo beneficia a todas las secciones de la sociedad.
B2 noun /ˌnɒməˈneɪʃən/

nomination

nominación
Meaning
The act of formally proposing someone for a role, position, or award.
Example
Her nomination for the award surprised everyone.
Su nominación para el premio sorprendió a todos.
B2 verb /əˈkʌstəm/

accustom

acostumbrar
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use
Example
It took him a while to accustom himself to the new environment.
Le tomó un tiempo acostumbrarse al nuevo entorno.
B2 noun /brɑːnz/

bronze

bronce
Meaning
a metal made by combining copper and tin, often used for statues and medals
Example
The statue was made of solid bronze.
La estatua estaba hecha de bronce sólido.
B2 noun /rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/

reliability

fiabilidad
Meaning
the quality of being trustworthy or performing consistently well
Example
Customers value the reliability of our service.
Los clientes valoran la fiabilidad de nuestro servicio.
B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

garantía
Meaning
A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.
Example
Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.
La garantía de calidad es una prioridad para el consejo.