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B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

barco de carga
Meaning
a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another
Example
The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.
El barco de carga transportó contenedores llenos de electrónicos a través del océano.
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

contracción
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
La contracción económica resultó en un aumento en el desempleo.
B2 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

riego
Meaning
The artificial application of water to land or soil.
Example
Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.
Los sistemas de riego mejoran los rendimientos de los cultivos en regiones secas.
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

relacionado con el corazón y los vasos sanguíneos
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
El ejercicio regular mejora la salud cardiovascular.
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 /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

provocador de pensamientos
Meaning
stimulating careful consideration or thought
Example
The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.
La película fue profundamente provocadora de pensamientos y dejó una impresión duradera.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

inmaduro; inmaduro emocionalmente; infantil
Meaning
not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish
Example
His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.
Su comportamiento inmaduro durante la reunión decepcionó a todos.
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

olor
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
El olor de pan fresco llenó la cocina.
B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

rápido; veloz; ágil;
Meaning
moving or happening quickly; fast
Example
The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.
El servicio de entrega rápido llegó en una hora.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

barato/excesivamente sentimental
Meaning
tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality
Example
The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.
La película fue divertida, pero un poco demasiado cursi.
B2 noun /ˈmʊzlɪm/

muslim

musulmán
Meaning
a follower of Islam
Example
He is a devout Muslim.
Él es un musulmán devoto.
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɜrt/

exert

ejercer
Meaning
to apply or bring to bear; to use physical or mental effort
Example
He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.
Él ejerció toda su fuerza para levantar la caja pesada.
B2 noun /feɪt/

Fate

destino
Meaning
the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power
Example
Many people believe that fate determines the course of their lives.
Muchas personas creen que el destino determina el curso de sus vidas.
B2 adverb /wɒtˈsəʊɛvər/

whatsoever

en absoluto
Meaning
used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'
Example
She has no interest in the matter whatsoever.
Ella no tiene ningún interés en el asunto en absoluto.
B2 adjective /ˈwɒntɪŋ/

wanting

insuficiente
Meaning
Lacking or deficient in quality or quantity.
Example
His explanation was wanting in clarity.
Su explicación carecía de claridad.
B2 noun /fiːst/

Feast

banquete; festín
Meaning
a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration
Example
The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures.
El banquete de la boda incluyó platos tradicionales de las culturas de ambas familias.
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

primero, principal
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
Ella está en el mejor momento de su carrera.
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

venenoso; tóxico; mortal
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
La serpiente es muy venenosa y peligrosa.
B2 verb /θraɪv/

thrive

prosperar
Meaning
to grow, develop, or be successful
Example
Small businesses can thrive with proper support.
Las pequeñas empresas pueden prosperar con el apoyo adecuado.
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

reservado; introvertido
Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
Ella es bastante reservada y no habla mucho en las reuniones.
B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl

integral

integral
Meaning
Necessary to make a complete whole; essential or fundamental.
Example
Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.
El ejercicio es una parte integral de un estilo de vida saludable.
B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

soledad
Meaning
The state or situation of being alone.
Example
Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.
La soledad puede proporcionar la oportunidad para una reflexión profunda.
B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

institución
Meaning
as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate
Example
The university decided to institute new rules for the library.
La universidad decidió instituir nuevas reglas para la biblioteca.
B2 adjective /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

prejudiced

prejuiciado
Meaning
having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason
Example
He was prejudiced against people from other regions.
Él estaba prejuiciado contra las personas de otras regiones.
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 /bɪˈheɪvjərəl/

behavioral

comportamental
Meaning
relating to the way a person or animal acts
Example
The psychologist studied the child's behavioral patterns.
El psicólogo estudió los patrones de comportamiento del niño.
B2 verb /səbˈtrækt/

subtract

restar
Meaning
to take away a number or amount from another number or amount
Example
If you subtract 5 from 10, you get 5.
Si restas 5 de 10, obtienes 5.
B2 noun ˈfeɪs tə ˈfeɪs ˈbætl

face-to-face battle

batalla cara a cara
Meaning
A direct confrontation or fight between opposing forces.
Example
The warriors fought a face-to-face battle with the enemies.
Los guerreros lucharon una batalla cara a cara con los enemigos.
B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

una norma o directriz hecha y mantenida por una autoridad
Meaning
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Government regulation ensures fair business practices.
La regulación gubernamental asegura prácticas comerciales justas.
B2 adjective /hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

harmonious

armonioso, armonizada, coherente
Meaning
Characterized by agreement or concord; forming a pleasing or consistent whole.
Example
A harmonious work environment boosts productivity.
Un entorno de trabajo armonioso aumenta la productividad.
B2 noun /kwest/

Quest

búsqueda; misión
Meaning
a journey or search for something; an adventure to achieve a goal
Example
The knight embarked on a quest to find the legendary treasure.
El caballero emprendió una búsqueda para encontrar el tesoro legendario.
B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

auténtico; genuino; real; no falso
Meaning
genuine; real; not fake or copied
Example
The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.
El museo exhibe solo artefactos auténticos de civilizaciones antiguas.
B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

pensar cuidadosamente
Meaning
to think about something carefully
Example
She pondered over the meaning of the poem.
Ella ponderó sobre el significado del poema.
B2 noun draʊt

drought

sequía
Meaning
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.
Example
Drought impacts crop growth significantly.
La sequía afecta significativamente el crecimiento de los cultivos.
B2 adjective, verb (present participle) /ˈfloʊtɪŋ/

floating

flotante
Meaning
remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking; moving lightly or freely
Example
The boat was floating gently on the calm lake.
El barco estaba flotante suavemente en el lago tranquilo.
B2 verb /ʃrɪŋk/

shrink

encoger
Meaning
to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear
Example
The sweater shrank after washing in hot water.
El suéter se encogió después de lavar en agua caliente.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

prenda
Meaning
An item of clothing.
Example
She bought a new garment for the party.
Ella compró una nueva prenda para la fiesta.
B2 noun /ˈkæt fɪʃ/

Cat fish

pez gato
Meaning
a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers
Example
Catfish is often fried and served with rice in Bengali cuisine.
El pez gato a menudo se fríe y se sirve con arroz en la cocina bengalí.
B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

rizo; espiral
Meaning
a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape
Example
She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.
Ella tenía hermosos rizos naturales que enmarcaban su rostro perfectamente.
B2 noun/verb /flɑːk/

flock

bandada
Meaning
a group of birds or animals; to gather or move in a crowd
Example
Tourists flocked to the beach during summer.
Los turistas se aglomeraron en la playa durante el verano.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

externo
Meaning
coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within
Example
The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.
La empresa contrató consultores externos para revisar su estrategia empresarial.
B2 adjective /hɪˈspænɪk/

hispanic

hispánico / de habla española
Meaning
relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.
Example
She studies Hispanic culture and language.
Ella estudia la cultura y el idioma hispánico.
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

equidad
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
Poseer acciones en una empresa puede generar rendimientos significativos.
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

de vanguardia, innovador, tecnología de última generación
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
Esta empresa desarrolla tecnología de vanguardia.
B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

interrumpir
Meaning
To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.
Example
Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.
Los esfuerzos individuales interrumpen la armonía social.
B2 adverb /rɪˈlʌk.tənt.li/

Reluctantly

de mala gana
Meaning
in an unwilling manner; with hesitation or resistance
Example
She reluctantly agreed to help with the project.
Ella aceptó ayudar con el proyecto de mala gana.
B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

suicidio
Meaning
the act of intentionally killing oneself
Example
Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.
Los profesionales de la salud mental trabajan para prevenir el suicidio.
B2 adjective /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/

Glamorous

glamoroso; atractivo; de moda;
Meaning
having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;
Example
The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony.
La actriz se veía glamorosa en su vestido de diseñador en la ceremonia de premios.
B2 adjective /ˈwʊd biː/

Would-be

aspirante; posible;
Meaning
prospective; intending to be; aspiring
Example
The would-be actor practiced his lines every day.
El actor aspirante practicaba sus líneas todos los días.
B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

solapamiento
Meaning
To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.
Example
The two meetings overlap by an hour.
Las dos reuniones se solapan por una hora.
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 noun /ˈlɪkər/

liquor

licor
Meaning
Alcoholic drinks, especially strong distilled ones such as whiskey or vodka.
Example
The shop sells both beer and hard liquor.
La tienda vende cerveza y licor.
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 verb /straɪd/

stride

caminar con pasos largos y decisivos; hacer progresos
Meaning
to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress
Example
She strode confidently across the stage.
Ella caminó con confianza por el escenario.
B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

después de eso
Meaning
from that time on
Example
He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.
Se mudó a Canadá y después de eso comenzó una nueva vida.
B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

devastador
Meaning
causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting
Example
The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.
El terremoto tuvo un efecto devastador en la ciudad.
B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

dejar caer
Meaning
to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears
Example
Trees shed their leaves in autumn.
Los árboles dejan caer sus hojas en otoño.
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 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

influencia de los compañeros
Meaning
The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.
Example
Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.
La influencia de los compañeros puede moldear significativamente el comportamiento juvenil.
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 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

maduro; maduro para comer
Meaning
fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use
Example
The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.
Los plátanos están maduros y listos para comer.
B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

apretar
Meaning
to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it
Example
She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.
Ella apretó el tubo de pasta de dientes para sacar el último poco.
B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

textil
Meaning
a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers
Example
Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.
Bangladesh es famoso por su industria textil de alta calidad.
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

alcanzar
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
Ella trabajó duro para alcanzar sus metas.
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 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

contratista
Meaning
a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job
Example
The contractor completed the building project on time.
El contratista completó el proyecto de construcción a tiempo.
B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

ministerio
Meaning
A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration
Example
The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.
El Ministerio de Educación anunció nuevas políticas para las escuelas.
B2 noun /ˈlɪtə(r)/

liter

litro
Meaning
a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter
Example
The recipe calls for two liters of water.
La receta requiere dos litros de agua.
B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

implementación
Meaning
The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.
Example
Proper implementation of policies is crucial.
La implementación adecuada de las políticas es crucial.
B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

tristeza; dolor;
Meaning
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment
Example
His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.
Su corazón estaba lleno de tristeza después de la tragedia.
B2 verb /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/

negotiate

negociar
Meaning
To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.
Example
They negotiated a fair deal with the supplier.
Negociaron un trato justo con el proveedor.
B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

integrar
Meaning
To combine or bring together into a unified whole.
Example
The new system integrates data from multiple sources.
El nuevo sistema integra datos de múltiples fuentes.
B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

despecho
Meaning
a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone
Example
She refused the gift out of spite.
Ella rechazó el regalo por despecho.
B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

impacto adverso
Meaning
A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.
Example
Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.
Mucho tiempo frente a la pantalla tiene un impacto adverso en los músculos de las manos.
B2 noun ˌrɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən

resignation

renuncia
Meaning
The acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable; giving up.
Example
Her resignation from the position was unexpected.
Su renuncia al puesto fue inesperada.
B2 noun /ˈmærəθən/

marathon

maratón
Meaning
a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)
Example
She completed the marathon in under four hours.
Ella completó el maratón en menos de cuatro horas.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

infiel
Meaning
not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment
Example
He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.
Él fue infiel a su esposa durante muchos años.
B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

avance
Meaning
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.
Example
Technological advancement shapes the future.
El avance tecnológico da forma al futuro.
B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

multifuncional
Meaning
having multiple uses or functions; versatile
Example
This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.
Esta herramienta multifuncional se puede usar como cuchillo, destornillador y abridor de botellas.
B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

desgastado; en mal estado; con signos de desgaste; injusto o cruel
Meaning
worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean
Example
His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.
Su ropa desgastada mostraba que había estado viajando durante días.
B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

jerga; lenguaje informal
Meaning
very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
Example
The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.
Los adolescentes usaron jerga que sus padres no pudieron entender.
B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

deducción
Meaning
The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.
Example
His deduction from the evidence was accurate.
Su deducción de la evidencia fue precisa.
B2 adjective /ˈfræntɪk/

frantic

desesperado
Meaning
Extremely anxious, hurried, or out of control due to fear or excitement.
Example
She made a frantic call to her family after the accident.
Ella hizo una llamada desesperada a su familia después del accidente.
B2 noun /faʊl/

Fowl

ave de corral
Meaning
a domesticated bird kept for meat or eggs; chicken or other poultry
Example
The farmer raised fowl in his backyard for fresh eggs and meat.
El granjero criaba aves de corral en su jardín trasero para huevos frescos y carne.
B2 verb /riːp/

reap

cosechar
Meaning
to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions
Example
Farmers reap wheat in the late summer.
Los agricultores cosechan trigo a fines del verano.
B2 noun/verb /beɪt/

bait

alimento o señuelo utilizado para atraer peces o animales; provocar o molestar deliberadamente.
Meaning
Food or lure used to attract fish or animals; to deliberately provoke or annoy.
Example
He used worms as bait to catch fish.
Él usó gusanos como cebo para pescar.
B2 adjective /ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

infinite

infinito
Meaning
limitless or endless in space, extent, or number
Example
The universe is often described as infinite.
El universo a menudo se describe como infinito.
B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

pendiente; terreno inclinado
Meaning
an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level
Example
We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.
Caminamos por la empinada pendiente de la montaña.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈraɪp/

Unripe

inmaduro
Meaning
not fully developed or matured; not ready to be eaten
Example
The unripe bananas will turn yellow in a few days.
Las bananas no maduras se pondrán amarillas en unos días.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

intensificar
Meaning
To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.
Example
The storm is expected to intensify overnight.
Se espera que la tormenta se intensifique durante la noche.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈfluːɪd/

fluid

líquido
Meaning
a substance that can flow easily, such as liquid or gas; smooth and adaptable
Example
The artist's fluid movements impressed the audience.
Los movimientos fluidos del artista impresionaron a la audiencia.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

acuerdo
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
El acuerdo enfatizó el progreso gradual.
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

biocombustible
Meaning
A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.
Example
Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.
Los biocombustibles reducen la dependencia de fuentes de energía convencionales.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔːrəl/

floral

floral
Meaning
Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.
Example
She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party.
Ella llevó un hermoso vestido floral a la fiesta.
B2 noun /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

derechos de autor
Meaning
the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution
Example
She holds the copyright for the book.
Ella tiene los derechos de autor del libro.
B2 adjective /fræŋk/

Frank

honesto; abierto; directo; sincero
Meaning
honest; open; straightforward; candid
Example
She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.
ella me dio una opinión franca sobre mi presentación.
B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

cantar
Meaning
to sing or recite in a rhythmic way
Example
The monks chant prayers in the temple.
Los monjes cantan oraciones en el templo.
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 /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

felicidad
Meaning
to make a continuous deep, resonant sound
Example
Thunder rumbled in the distance.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

ensayo; práctica de una actuación
Meaning
a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance
Example
The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.
El ensayo final antes de la noche de apertura fue perfecto.
B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

distracciones
Meaning
Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.
Example
Eliminate distractions for better productivity.
Elimina las distracciones para una mejor productividad.
B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

completamente; a fondo;
Meaning
completely; entirely; in a thorough manner
Example
She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
Ella limpió toda la casa a fondo antes de que llegaran los invitados.
B2 verb /ˈvæksɪneɪt/

vaccinate

vacunar
Meaning
to give a vaccine to protect against a disease
Example
Children are usually vaccinated before starting school.
Los niños generalmente son vacunados antes de comenzar la escuela.
B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

agradable; placentero; encantador; dispuesto a estar de acuerdo
Meaning
pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree
Example
The weather is very agreeable today.
El clima es muy agradable hoy.
B2 adjective ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪ.kɪŋ

groundbreaking

innovador
Meaning
Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.
Example
Groundbreaking advancements redefine innovation.
Los avances innovadores redefinen la innovación.
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

auténticamente
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
Ella habla auténticamente sobre sus experiencias.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

marea
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
Los pescadores esperaban la marea alta para lanzar sus botes.
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.lər ˈen.ə.dʒi

solar energy

energía solar
Meaning
Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.
Example
Solar energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions.
La energía solar es vital para reducir las emisiones de carbono.
B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

acumular
Meaning
to gather or collect things gradually over time
Example
She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.
Ella logró acumular una pequeña fortuna a través de inversiones inteligentes.
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

terminología
Meaning
the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject
Example
Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.
La terminología médica puede ser difícil de entender para los nuevos estudiantes.
B2 noun wɜːrld ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ saɪt

World Heritage Site

Sitio de Patrimonio Mundial
Meaning
A landmark or area selected by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance.
Example
Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sundarbans es un Sitio de Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO.
B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

ansiedad o nerviosismo
Meaning
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.
Example
Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.
La meditación ayuda a reducir la ansiedad y el estrés.
B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

logro
Meaning
something that has been achieved successfully
Example
Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.
Graduarse de la universidad fue un gran logro para él.
B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

implicar
Meaning
to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence
Example
The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.
El trabajo implicará mucho viaje por el país.
B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

extinto
Meaning
No longer in existence; having died out completely.
Example
Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.
Algunas especies se están extinguiendo debido a la sobrepesca.
B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

atemporal
Meaning
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.
Example
The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.
La belleza atemporal de la pintura ha cautivado a los amantes del arte durante generaciones.
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 /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 /meɪz/

Maze

laberinto
Meaning
A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation
Example
The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.
Los niños se perdieron en el laberinto de maíz en el festival de la cosecha.
B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

ilustrar
Meaning
to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons
Example
The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.
El maestro utilizó diagramas para ilustrar el concepto.
B2 noun /ˌvɪz.ɪˈbɪlɪti/

visibility

visibilidad
Meaning
The state of being able to see or be seen; exposure or prominence.
Example
Increased visibility on social media can help businesses grow.
El aumento de la visibilidad en las redes sociales puede ayudar a que los negocios crezcan.