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B2 noun /bætʃ/

batch

una cantidad de elementos producidos o procesados a la vez
Meaning
a quantity of items produced or processed at one time
Example
She baked a fresh batch of cookies this morning.
Ella horneó un lote fresco de galletas esta mañana.
B2 verb kənˈdem

condemn

condenar
Meaning
To express complete disapproval of; to censure.
Example
The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.
Los líderes condenaron las acciones como inhumanas.
B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

acertijo
Meaning
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle
Example
The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.
El antiguo acertijo desconcertó a todos los eruditos durante años.
B2 verb /dɪˈvoʊt/

devote

dedicar
Meaning
to give time, effort, or resources to something
Example
She devotes much of her time to helping the poor.
Ella dedica gran parte de su tiempo a ayudar a los pobres.
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

sin palabras
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
Ella se quedó sin palabras cuando recibió el premio.
B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

operador
Meaning
a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something
Example
The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.
El operador de la máquina se aseguró de que todo funcionara sin problemas.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtaɪtəl/

entitle

dar derecho a
Meaning
to give someone the right to have or do something
Example
Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays.
Los empleados tienen derecho a recibir vacaciones pagadas.
B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

broma
Meaning
A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.
Example
They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.
Ellos jugaron una broma inocente con su amigo durante la fiesta.
B2 adjective /prɪˈventɪv/

Preventive

preventivo; diseñado para evitar algo que ocurra
Meaning
designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease
Example
Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.
El ejercicio regular es una medida preventiva contra las enfermedades del corazón.
B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

culpable
Meaning
a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed
Example
The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.
La policía atrapó al culpable detrás del robo.
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 /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

tifón
Meaning
a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
Example
The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.
El tifón causó graves inundaciones en las áreas costeras.
B2 noun hɛdʒ

hedge

estrategia de cobertura
Meaning
A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or other adverse circumstances.
Example
Investors use hedging strategies to protect against market volatility.
Los inversores utilizan estrategias de cobertura para protegerse de la volatilidad del mercado.
B2 adjective /ˈhændi/

handy

fácil de usar
Meaning
convenient to use or easily accessible; skillful with the hands
Example
This pocket knife is very handy when you go camping.
Este cuchillo de bolsillo es muy útil cuando vas de camping.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

común
Meaning
ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found
Example
Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.
Los teléfonos inteligentes se han vuelto algo común en la vida moderna.
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 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

malévolo; cruel; salvaje
Meaning
deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature
Example
The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.
El perro maligno atacó a cualquiera que se acercara a su territorio.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈweər/

Unaware

inconsciente; ajeno; sin saber
Meaning
not knowing or realizing; having no knowledge of something
Example
She was completely unaware of the danger.
Ella estaba completamente inconsciente del peligro.
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

Cigüeña
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
La cigüeña construyó su nido en la cima de la chimenea alta.
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

parámetro
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
Necesitamos establecer parámetros claros para este proyecto.
B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

perseverancia
Meaning
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Example
His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
Su perseverancia lo ayudó a lograr sus sueños.
B2 noun /ɪmˈpaʊə.mənt/

empowerment

empoderamiento
Meaning
Authority or power given to someone to do something.
Example
Empowerment initiatives enhance confidence.
Las iniciativas de empoderamiento mejoran la confianza.
B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

adinerado
Meaning
having a great deal of money; wealthy
Example
She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.
Ella creció en un vecindario adinerado.
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːrnəlɪzəm/

journalism

periodismo
Meaning
the activity or profession of collecting, writing, and publishing news and articles for newspapers, magazines, or broadcast media
Example
He studied journalism to become a news reporter.
Estudió periodismo para convertirse en reportero de noticias.
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 /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

aloe vera
Meaning
a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers
Example
The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.
La planta de aloe vera florece con flores tubulares naranjas o amarillas.
B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

desalentar
Meaning
to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
Failure should not discourage you from trying again.
El fracaso no debe desalentaros de intentar de nuevo.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈberəbəl/

Unbearable

insostenible
Meaning
too painful, annoying, or unpleasant to tolerate; impossible to endure
Example
The heat in the desert was unbearable.
El calor en el desierto era insoportable.
B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

guerrero; luchador valiente o experimentado
Meaning
a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter
Example
The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.
El valiente guerrero defendió su aldea de los invasores.
B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

implementado
Meaning
Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.
Example
The master plans were partially implemented.
Los planes maestros fueron implementados parcialmente.
B2 noun /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

justification

justificación
Meaning
a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable
Example
There is no justification for such rude behavior.
No hay justificación para tal comportamiento grosero.
B2 verb /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

sprinkle

esparcir
Meaning
to scatter small drops or particles of a substance over a surface
Example
She sprinkled sugar on top of the cake.
Ella esparció azúcar encima del pastel.
B2 noun /piːk/

Peak

cima
Meaning
the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity
Example
The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.
Los escaladores llegaron a la cima del Monte Everest.
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 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/

manufacturing

fabricación
Meaning
the process of making products on a large scale using machinery
Example
The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector.
El país está invirtiendo fuertemente en el sector de la fabricación.
B2 adjective /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/

gigantic

gigante
Meaning
Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.
Example
The company made a gigantic investment in technology.
La empresa hizo una inversión gigante en tecnología.
B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

recetar
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
El doctor recetó medicamentos para mi resfriado.
B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

flor de cerezo
Meaning
the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring
Example
The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.
Las flores de cerezo florecen hermosamente en abril.
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əs

bias

prejuicio, parcialidad
Meaning
Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Example
The judge must remain free from bias.
El juez debe mantenerse libre de prejuicios.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

partícula
Meaning
a very small piece or amount of something
Example
Dust particles floated in the air near the window.
Las partículas de polvo flotaban en el aire cerca de la ventana.
B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

hacer cosquillas
Meaning
to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please
Example
The feather tickles when it touches your skin.
La pluma hace cosquillas cuando toca tu piel.
B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

evaluar
Meaning
To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.
Example
The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.
El maestro evaluará los proyectos de los estudiantes mañana.
B2 noun ˈfrʌn.tɪərz

frontiers

fronteras
Meaning
The extreme limit of settled land beyond which lies wilderness; the limits of knowledge or achievement in a particular field.
Example
The project pushes the frontiers of space exploration.
El proyecto expande las fronteras de la exploración espacial.
B2 verb /piːp/

peep

ojeada
Meaning
to look quickly or secretly; to make a short high sound
Example
The child tried to peep through the keyhole.
El niño intentó otear a través del agujero de la cerradura.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdɪvaɪdɪd/

Undivided

Indiviso; completo; no separado ni dividido
Meaning
whole; complete; not separated or split
Example
The team showed undivided attention to the coach's instructions.
El equipo mostró atención indivisa a las instrucciones del entrenador.
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

proporción
Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
La proporción de estudiantes que aprobaron el examen fue alta.
B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

en medio de; entre
Meaning
in the middle of; among
Example
She stood in the midst of the crowd.
Ella estaba de pie en medio de la multitud.
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 adjective /ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

centigrade

centígrado (Celsius)
Meaning
Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.
Example
The weather forecast predicted 30 degrees centigrade.
El pronóstico del tiempo predijo 30 grados centígrados.
B2 verb /rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ/

recovering

recuperándose
Meaning
the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty
Example
She is still recovering from the flu.
Ella todavía se está recuperando de la gripe.
B2 adverb /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəli/

fundamentally

fundamentalmente
Meaning
in a basic and important way; at the core
Example
The two theories are fundamentally different.
Las dos teorías son fundamentalmente diferentes.
B2 noun /biːm/

beam

rayo / viga
Meaning
a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight
Example
A beam of sunlight entered through the window.
Un rayo de luz entró por la ventana.
B2 noun /ˈɪn.vɔɪs/

Invoice

factura
Meaning
a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these
Example
The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.
La empresa envió una factura por los suministros de oficina entregados la semana pasada.
B2 noun /ˈfaɪ.bər/

fibre

fibra
Meaning
A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.
Example
Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.
Comer alimentos ricos en fibra puede mejorar tu digestión.
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.pər/

Vapour

vapor
Meaning
a substance in the form of a gas, especially when it has changed from a liquid or solid state
Example
Water vapour rose from the hot pavement after the rain.
El vapor de agua subió del pavimento caliente después de la lluvia.
B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

dardo/correr rápidamente
Meaning
to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target
Example
The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.
El gato dártó cruzando la calle para evitar el coche.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

portavoz mujer
Meaning
a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization
Example
The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.
La portavoz de la compañía anunció el nuevo producto.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

peculiar
Meaning
Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.
Example
She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.
Ella tiene un sentido de la moda peculiar que la hace destacar.
B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

hormona
Meaning
a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions
Example
Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.
La insulina es una hormona que controla los niveles de azúcar en la sangre.
B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

caja de cazuela
Meaning
a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes
Example
The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.
La caja de cazuela mantuvo la comida caliente durante la fiesta de cena.
B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

sobrenatural
Meaning
relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world
Example
The old house was said to have supernatural powers.
Se decía que la casa vieja tenía poderes sobrenaturales.
B2 noun /ˈdʒel.i fɪʃ/

Jelly fish

medusa
Meaning
a soft-bodied marine animal with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped body and trailing tentacles
Example
The jellyfish floated gracefully through the water with its translucent body.
La medusa flotaba graciosamente por el agua con su cuerpo translúcido.
B2 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

poético
Meaning
having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative
Example
Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.
Su discurso tenía un ritmo poético que cautivó a la audiencia.
B2 noun /ˈbɪtərnəs/

Bitterness

amargura
Meaning
anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste
Example
She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.
Ella habló con amargura sobre su antiguo empleador.
B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

conmovedor; emotivo
Meaning
causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
Example
The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.
La conmovedora historia hizo que todos se llenaran de lágrimas.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/

undermine

socavar
Meaning
to gradually weaken or damage something or someone
Example
Constant criticism can undermine a child's confidence.
La crítica constante puede socavar la confianza de un niño.
B2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.əs/

Numerous

numeroso; muchos; abundante
Meaning
existing in large numbers; many; abundant
Example
There are numerous benefits to exercising regularly.
Hay numerosos beneficios en hacer ejercicio regularmente.
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

élite
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
Solo la élite fue invitada al evento exclusivo.
B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

ingesta
Meaning
the process of taking something in, especially food or drink
Example
He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.
Él monitoreó su ingesta diaria de calorías para mantener una dieta saludable.
B2 noun /ˈdʒæn.ɪ.tər/

Janitor

conserje, cuidador de edificio
Meaning
a person employed to clean and maintain a building; a caretaker
Example
The school janitor worked late every evening to ensure the classrooms were spotless.
El conserje de la escuela trabajaba hasta tarde todas las noches para asegurar que las aulas estuvieran impecables.
B2 noun /diːp siː/

deep sea

mar profundo
Meaning
The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.
Example
Many deep-sea creatures produce bioluminescence for survival.
Muchas criaturas del mar profundo producen bioluminiscencia para sobrevivir.
B2 noun /ˈrʊki/

rookie

novato
Meaning
a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner
Example
The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day.
El policía novato cometió algunos errores en su primer día.
B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

reforestación
Meaning
The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.
Example
Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.
Los esfuerzos de reforestación son cruciales para restaurar los ecosistemas.
B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

zonas tropicales
Meaning
Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.
Example
Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.
Bangladesh está ubicado en zonas tropicales.
B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

deslumbrar
Meaning
to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill
Example
The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.
Los trucos del mago deslumbraron a la audiencia.
B2 verb /ɪnˈdɔːrs/

endorse

respaldar
Meaning
To give approval or support to someone or something; to publicly recommend.
Example
The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product.
La celebridad respaldó el nuevo producto para el cuidado de la piel.
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

constitucional
Meaning
Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.
Example
Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.
Las reformas constitucionales aseguran la equidad en el sistema.
B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

fricción
Meaning
the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups
Example
There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.
Hubo fricción entre los dos departamentos sobre la asignación de recursos.
B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

barrer
Meaning
to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly
Example
She sweeps the floor every morning.
Ella barre el suelo todas las mañanas.
B2 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk drɪl/

Electric drill

taladro eléctrico
Meaning
A power tool used for drilling holes in various materials
Example
He used an electric drill to make holes in the wall for hanging pictures.
Usó un taladro eléctrico para hacer agujeros en la pared para colgar cuadros.
B2 noun ˈəʊ.və.hed

overhead

gastos generales
Meaning
Ongoing business expenses not directly attributable to creating a product or service.
Example
The company reduced its overhead to increase profits.
La empresa redujo sus gastos generales para aumentar las ganancias.
B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

poco cooperativo
Meaning
not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful
Example
The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.
El testigo fue poco cooperativo y se negó a responder preguntas.
B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

resolución de problemas
Meaning
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Example
Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.
Las habilidades de resolución de problemas son clave para el liderazgo.
B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

técnico
Meaning
a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job
Example
The technician repaired the computer within an hour.
El técnico reparó la computadora en una hora.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈkaɪndli/

unkindly

cruelmente
Meaning
in a cruel, harsh, or unsympathetic manner
Example
She spoke unkindly about her colleague during the meeting.
Ella habló cruelmente de su colega durante la reunión.
B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

pegajoso
Meaning
having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with
Example
The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.
El caramelo es demasiado pegajoso para comer con las manos.
B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

dar con la cabeza, el trasero de algo
Meaning
to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette
Example
The goat butted the fence with its horns.
El cabrón dio un golpe a la cerca con sus cuernos.
B2 verb /kəˈlæps/

collapse

colapsar
Meaning
to fall down or inward suddenly; to break down completely
Example
The old building collapsed after the earthquake.
El viejo edificio colapsó después del terremoto.
B2 noun ˈbʌtərflaɪ ˌpɒpjəˈleɪʃən

Butterfly Population

población de mariposas
Meaning
The total number of butterflies in a particular area or ecosystem.
Example
The butterfly population is declining due to habitat loss.
La población de mariposas está disminuyendo debido a la pérdida de hábitat.
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 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

leal; fiel; confiable
Meaning
faithful; devoted; trustworthy
Example
He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.
Él permaneció leal a sus amigos durante tiempos difíciles.
B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

certificación
Meaning
the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification
Example
She received her professional certification after completing the training program.
Recibió su certificación profesional después de completar el programa de formación.
B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

adyacente
Meaning
পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;
Example
The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.
El hotel está adyacente al centro comercial.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

pasa
Meaning
dried grape
Example
She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.
Ella añadió pasas a las galletas de avena para más dulzura.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

cómico
Meaning
Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.
Example
His comical expressions made everyone laugh.
Sus expresiones cómicas hicieron reír a todos.
B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

cobre
Meaning
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
Example
Copper is a good conductor of electricity.
El cobre es un buen conductor de electricidad.
B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

fibra
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
Las frutas y verduras son ricas en fibra.
B2 noun /ˈblæk.smɪθ/

Blacksmith

herrero
Meaning
a person who makes and repairs things made of iron
Example
The blacksmith hammered the hot iron into a horseshoe.
El herrero martilló el hierro caliente para convertirlo en una herradura.
B2 verb /bɪˈtreɪ/

betray

traicionar
Meaning
to be disloyal to; to reveal secrets
Example
He felt betrayed by his closest friend.
Él se sintió traicionado por su amigo más cercano.
B2 noun /lɪm/

limb

miembro
Meaning
an arm or leg of a person or animal; a large branch of a tree
Example
He broke a limb while climbing the tree.
Se rompió un miembro mientras trepaba al árbol.
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 adverb /ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli/

undoubtedly

sin duda
Meaning
without a doubt, certainly
Example
He is undoubtedly the best player on the team.
Él es sin duda el mejor jugador del equipo.
B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

enano
Meaning
a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average
Example
Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.
Blanca Nieves vivía con siete enanos.
B2 noun/verb /ˈɡreɪzɪŋ/

grazing

pasto
Meaning
The act of animals eating grass in a field; also lightly touching or scraping against something.
Example
Cows were grazing peacefully in the meadow.
Las vacas estaban pastando pacíficamente en el prado.
B2 noun ˈweə.rə.bəl dɪˈvaɪ.sɪz

wearable devices

dispositivos ponibles
Meaning
Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.
Example
Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity.
Los dispositivos ponibles ayudan a monitorear el ritmo cardíaco y la actividad física.
B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

entierro
Meaning
the act of placing a dead body into the ground.
Example
The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.
La ceremonia del entierro tuvo lugar por la tarde.
B2 noun /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

colono
Meaning
a person who settles in a new area or land
Example
The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.
Los colonos llegaron a la nueva ciudad y comenzaron a construir casas.
B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

reclutamiento
Meaning
The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.
Example
Recruitment strengthens the workforce.
El reclutamiento fortalece la fuerza laboral.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈtenʃənəl/

Unintentional

no intencionado; accidental
Meaning
not done on purpose; accidental
Example
The damage to the car was unintentional.
El daño al coche fue no intencionado.
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊm.sɪk/

Homesick

nostalgia; tristeza por estar lejos de casa
Meaning
experiencing a longing for one's home during a period of absence from it; missing home
Example
After three months studying abroad, Maria felt increasingly homesick for her family.
Después de tres meses estudiando en el extranjero, María se sentía cada vez más nostálgica de su familia.
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl/

optimal

óptimo, más favorable
Meaning
Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.
Example
The optimal temperature for plant growth is around 25°C.
La temperatura óptima para el crecimiento de las plantas es de alrededor de 25°C.
B2 noun /ʌnˈrest/

Unrest

inquietud; disturbio; agitación social
Meaning
a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder
Example
The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest.
La crisis económica llevó a una amplia inquietud social.
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

oponente; rival
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
El jugador de ajedrez derrotó a su oponente más fuerte.
B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

escalar
Meaning
To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious
Example
The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.
La población envejecida está escalando a una tasa alarmante.
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

por lo tanto
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
Él no estudió, y por lo tanto reprobó el examen.
B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zən/

horizon

horizonte
Meaning
the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest
Example
The sun disappeared below the horizon.
El sol desapareció debajo del horizonte.
B2 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

competente
Meaning
Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.
Example
She is highly proficient in multiple languages.
Ella es altamente competente en varios idiomas.
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrði/

Worthy

digno; merecedor; respetable;
Meaning
deserving respect or attention; having merit
Example
Her charitable work made her worthy of the humanitarian award.
Su trabajo caritativo la hizo digna del premio humanitario.
B2 noun /ˈfræɡ.mənt/

Fragment

fragmento; trozo;
Meaning
a small part broken or separated off something; an incomplete or isolated portion
Example
Archaeologists found fragments of ancient pottery buried in the soil.
Los arqueólogos encontraron fragmentos de cerámica antigua enterrados en el suelo.
B2 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

brillante; resplandeciente; centelleante
Meaning
shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;
Example
The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.
Las estrellas brillantes llenaron el cielo claro de la noche.
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

confrontación
Meaning
a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition
Example
The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.
La confrontación entre los dos líderes terminó sin ningún acuerdo.