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C2 noun /ˈlɪθəˌtaɪp/

lithotype

litotipo (superficie de impresión)
Meaning
a printing surface or type made for lithography
Example
The printer used a lithotype to produce multiple copies of the design.
La impresora usó un litotipo para producir varias copias del diseño.
A1 verb pleɪ

play

desempeñar un papel
Meaning
To have a role or function in a situation; to contribute to something.
Example
Artemis will play a crucial role in Mars exploration.
Artemis desempeñará un papel crucial en la exploración de Marte.
B2 adjective ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd

unprecedented

sin precedentes
Meaning
Never done or known before; without previous example.
Example
Unprecedented advancements in science changed human lives.
Los avances sin precedentes en la ciencia cambiaron la vida humana.
C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌst/

nonplused

perplejo
Meaning
Past tense of nonplus; surprised and confused.
Example
She was completely nonplused by his sudden decision.
Ella estaba completamente perpleja por su decisión repentina.
B1 noun /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

diagram

diagrama
Meaning
a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something
Example
The teacher explained the system using a clear diagram.
El profesor explicó el sistema usando un diagrama claro.
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

emisión
Meaning
The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.
Example
Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.
Los fabricantes de automóviles están reduciendo las emisiones de carbono.
C2 verb, noun /ɡaʊdʒ/

gouge

hender, cobrar precios excesivos
Meaning
To cut or scoop out a deep hole or groove; to overcharge unfairly.
Example
He accidentally gouged a hole in the wooden table.
Él accidentalmente hizo un agujero en la mesa de madera.
A1 adjective /ˈtwɛnti/

twenty

veinte
Meaning
the number equivalent to 20
Example
He is twenty years old.
Él tiene veinte años.
B2 adjective ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ

evolving

evolutivo
Meaning
Developing gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form; changing and developing.
Example
Education plays a role in evolving societal norms.
La educación juega un papel en la evolución de las normas sociales.
C1 adjective /ˈθɪŋ.kə.bəl/

thinkable

pensable
Meaning
Capable of being imagined or conceived; possible to consider or believe
Example
It is hard to believe that such an outcome is even thinkable.
Es difícil creer que tal resultado sea siquiera imaginable.
C1 adjective /ˈbær.ən/

Barren

árido; estéril; desolado; improductivo
Meaning
sterile; unable to produce; desolate; unproductive
Example
The barren desert stretched for miles without any vegetation.
El desierto árido se extendía por millas sin vegetación.
C2 adjective kaɪˈmɛr.ɪ.kəl

chimerical

quimérico, imposible
Meaning
Illusory or impossible to achieve; existing only in imagination.
Example
His chimerical ideas often baffled realists.
Sus ideas quiméricas a menudo desconcertaban a los realistas.
B1 adverb /ˈsædli/

sadly

tristemente
Meaning
in a sorrowful or unhappy manner
Example
She sadly waved goodbye as the train departed.
Ella saludó tristemente mientras el tren partía.
C1 adjective /səˈsɛp.tə.bəl/

susceptible

propenso o vulnerable a ser influenciado o dañado por algo en particular
Meaning
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Example
Children are more susceptible to infections.
Los niños son más susceptibles a las infecciones.
C2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/

investiture

ceremonia de investidura
Meaning
the formal ceremony of conferring authority, rank, or office
Example
The king held an investiture ceremony for the new knight.
El rey celebró una ceremonia de investidura para el nuevo caballero.
C1 adjective /ˈæmərəs/

amorous

amoroso
Meaning
Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.
Example
He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love.
Él le envió una carta amorosa llena de declaraciones de amor.
A1 noun /ˈθaʊzənd/

thousand

mil
Meaning
the number equal to 10 hundred or 1,000
Example
There were a thousand people at the concert.
Había mil personas en el concierto.
C2 adjective ˌɪm.pəˈtɜː.bə.bəl

imperturbable

imperturbable
Meaning
Unable to be upset or excited; not easily disturbed.
Example
His imperturbable nature made him a great leader.
Su naturaleza imperturbable lo convirtió en un gran líder.
B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

pesticida
Meaning
A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.
El pesticida rociado en el campo mató a los insectos dañinos.
A2 noun /kɔːrn/

Corn

maíz
Meaning
a tall cereal plant that produces kernels on large ears; maize
Example
We grilled corn on the cob for dinner.
Asamos maíz en la mazorca para la cena.
B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

adquisición, compra, adquisición de activos
Meaning
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.
Example
The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.
La estrategia de adquisición de la empresa impulsó el crecimiento.
C1 adjective/noun /fəˈrɛns.ɪk/

forensic

Análisis científico aplicado a asuntos criminales o legales
Meaning
Scientific analysis applied to criminal or legal matters
Example
Forensic experts analyze cybercrimes using advanced tools.
Los expertos forenses analizan los delitos cibernéticos utilizando herramientas avanzadas.
A2 adjective /ˈnɪəˌbaɪ/

nearby

cerca
Meaning
close to a particular place or person
Example
The nearest gas station is nearby.
La estación de gasolina más cercana está cerca.
B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

espada
Meaning
a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting
Example
The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.
El caballero sacó su espada para defender el castillo.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsiːn/

Unseen

invisible; no visto ni notado anteriormente
Meaning
not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden
Example
The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful.
Las fuerzas invisibles de la naturaleza pueden ser muy poderosas.
C1 verb /dɪsˈmæntəl/

dismantle

desmontar
Meaning
to take apart; to remove or destroy the parts of
Example
Workers will dismantle the old bridge next month.
Los trabajadores desmontarán el viejo puente el próximo mes.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

distinto; único; claro; reconocible
Meaning
separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique
Example
Each painting has its own distinct style and character.
Cada pintura tiene su propio estilo y carácter distinto.
A1 noun /ˈvɪlɪdʒ/

village

pueblo
Meaning
a small community or group of houses in a rural area
Example
They live in a small village surrounded by mountains.
Viven en un pequeño pueblo rodeado de montañas.
C2 noun /pɜːr bɔɪld raɪs/

Per boiled rice

arroz precocido
Meaning
Rice that has been partially boiled in the husk before milling; parboiled rice
Example
Per boiled rice retains more nutrients than regular white rice.
El arroz precocido retiene más nutrientes que el arroz blanco regular.
B2 adjective /ˈfræʤaɪl/

fragile

frágil
Meaning
Easily broken or damaged; delicate.
Example
Be careful with that vase, it's very fragile.
Ten cuidado con ese jarrón, es muy frágil.
B1 verb /dɪˈfɛnd/

defend

defender
Meaning
To protect someone or something from harm or attack.
Example
The lawyer worked hard to defend her client.
El abogado trabajó duro para defender a su cliente.
C2 noun /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zəns/

cognizance

conciencia
Meaning
Awareness, knowledge, or understanding of something; conscious perception.
Example
The judge took cognizance of the new evidence.
El juez tomó conciencia de la nueva evidencia.
C1 verb /ˈræʃənaɪz/

rationlize

racionalizar
Meaning
to justify or explain something with logical reasons, even if not appropriate or true
Example
He tried to rationlize his mistake by blaming the system.
Él trató de racionalizar su error culpando al sistema.
B2 noun /ɡɪə(r)/

gear

equipo / aparato
Meaning
Equipment or apparatus for a particular purpose; also a toothed wheel in machinery.
Example
The climber packed all his gear before starting the journey.
El escalador empacó todo su equipo antes de comenzar el viaje.
C1 verb /əˈnʌl/

annul

anular
Meaning
to declare something legally invalid or cancel it
Example
The court decided to annul the marriage due to fraud.
El tribunal decidió anular el matrimonio debido al fraude.
C1 adjective /ˈhɪd.i.əs/

Hideous

horrible; espantoso; grotesco
Meaning
extremely ugly or unpleasant; causing shock or disgust
Example
The monster in the movie had a hideous appearance.
El monstruo en la película tenía una apariencia espantosa.
B1 noun /ˈproʊtiːn/

protein

proteína
Meaning
a molecule composed of amino acids essential for bodily functions
Example
Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
Las proteínas son esenciales para construir y reparar los tejidos del cuerpo.
C1 noun /maɪt/

mite

ácaro
Meaning
a very small creature, often a tiny arachnid; also used to mean a very small amount
Example
The mattress was infested with dust mites.
El colchón estaba infestado de ácaros del polvo.
B1 verb /ˈbrɔːdˌkæst/

broadcast

transmitir
Meaning
to transmit a program or information by radio, television, or online media
Example
The match was broadcast live on television.
El partido fue transmitido en vivo por televisión.
C1 adjective /ˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

consequential

trascendental
Meaning
Having important or significant consequences; resulting from something.
Example
The meeting was consequential for the future of the project.
La reunión fue trascendental para el futuro del proyecto.
B2 noun /ˈɔːltər/

Altar

altar
Meaning
a raised structure on which offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity
Example
The bride and groom stood before the altar during the ceremony.
La novia y el novio se pararon frente al altar durante la ceremonia.
C2 noun /ˈtaɪtwɒd/

tightwad

tacaño
Meaning
a person who is unwilling to spend money; a miser
Example
Everyone calls him a tightwad because he never buys gifts.
Todos lo llaman tacaño porque nunca compra regalos.
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.
C2 verb /daʊz/

dowse

buscar agua o minerales usando una vara de adivinación; o empapar o apagar con líquido.
Meaning
To search for underground water or minerals using a divining rod; also to drench or extinguish with liquid.
Example
The farmer tried to dowse for water in the dry field.
El agricultor intentó buscar agua en el campo seco.
B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

legal
Meaning
Permitted by law; relating to the law.
Example
Legal systems ensure justice.
Los sistemas legales aseguran justicia.
B1 adverb /ˈbreɪv.li/

Bravely

valientemente
Meaning
in a way that shows courage and determination
Example
The firefighter bravely entered the burning building.
El bombero entró valientemente en el edificio en llamas.
C1 adjective /ˈrænsɪd/

rancid

rancio
Meaning
having a bad taste or smell due to being old or spoiled (especially fats or oils)
Example
The butter had gone rancid after being left out too long.
La mantequilla se puso rancia después de estar demasiado tiempo fuera.
B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

características adaptativas
Meaning
Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment
Example
Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.
Las características adaptativas de las plantas les ayudan a crecer en invierno.
B1 adjective /ˈfɔːrmər/

former

anterior
Meaning
Having been previously in a particular role or position.
Example
He is a former president of the association.
Él es un presidente anterior de la asociación.
C1 verb /kənˈdʒɛst/

congest

congestionar
Meaning
To block or overcrowd a space, making movement or flow difficult.
Example
Heavy traffic can congest the city streets during rush hour.
El tráfico pesado puede congestionarse las calles de la ciudad durante la hora punta.
C2 verb /vɔːnt/

vaunt

presumir
Meaning
to boast or brag about something, especially in an excessive way
Example
He would often vaunt his achievements in front of his colleagues.
A menudo alardeaba de sus logros frente a sus colegas.
B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

contemplar
Meaning
to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully
Example
She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.
Ella se sentó en silencio para contemplar sus planes futuros.
B2 adjective kɒnˈtek.stju.əl

contextual

contextual
Meaning
Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.
Example
Contextual meaning changes depending on usage.
El significado contextual cambia según el uso.
B2 adjective ˌiːvəˈluːʃənəri

evolutionary

evolutivo
Meaning
Relating to or denoting the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form.
Example
The evolutionary changes in species are fascinating.
Los cambios evolutivos en las especies son fascinantes.
C1 noun ˈiː.θɒs

ethos

espíritu característico de una cultura, época o comunidad
Meaning
The characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations.
Example
The company's ethos is built on innovation and integrity.
El ethos de la empresa se basa en la innovación y la integridad.
C1 adjective /prəˈmɪskjuəs/

promiscuous

promiscuo
Meaning
Having or showing a casual and unselective approach, often used to describe indiscriminate sexual relationships.
Example
The novel depicts a character with a promiscuous lifestyle.
La novela describe a un personaje con un estilo de vida promiscuo.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈsiːt/

reseat

reubicar
Meaning
to seat someone again or to fit something back into its place
Example
The usher had to reseat the guests after the interruption.
El acomodador tuvo que reubicar a los invitados después de la interrupción.
B2 noun /ɡroʊθ ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/

growth mindset

mentalidad de crecimiento
Meaning
A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.
Example
A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.
Una mentalidad de crecimiento ayuda a las personas a enfrentar desafíos.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈplɒd.ɪŋ/

plodding

lento y aburrido
Meaning
slow-moving and unexciting; showing steady effort
Example
The movie was entertaining but a bit plodding in the middle.
La película fue entretenida, pero un poco lenta y aburrida en el medio.
B2 noun /ˈɡwɑːvə/

Guava

guayaba
Meaning
a tropical fruit with sweet pink or white flesh and small seeds
Example
I love eating fresh guava from the tree in our garden.
Me encanta comer guayaba fresca del árbol en nuestro jardín.
C1 noun /koʊlt/

Colt

potro
Meaning
a young male horse, especially one under four years old
Example
The farmer trained the young colt to accept a saddle.
El granjero entrenó al joven potro para aceptar una silla de montar.
C1 noun /ˈnʌr.ɪʃ.mənt/

nourishment

nutrición
Meaning
Food and nutrients necessary for the body's growth and development.
Example
Proper nourishment is essential for child development.
La nutrición adecuada es esencial para el desarrollo infantil.
B2 noun /hɪp/

hip

cadera
Meaning
The part of the body on either side of the pelvis, or informal: trendy and fashionable.
Example
She put her hands on her hips.
Ella puso sus manos en sus caderas.
A2 verb /drɔː/

draw

dibujar
Meaning
to create pictures or designs with a pencil or pen
Example
She draws beautiful landscapes in her spare time.
Ella dibuja hermosos paisajes en su tiempo libre.
A2 noun /teɪst/

Taste

sabor; preferencia personal
Meaning
the sensation produced when food touches the tongue; personal preference or liking
Example
This cake has a sweet taste that I really enjoy.
Este pastel tiene un sabor dulce que realmente disfruto.
B2 adjective /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic

caótico; desordenado
Meaning
in a state of complete confusion and disorder
Example
The situation became chaotic after the announcement.
La situación se volvió caótica después del anuncio.
B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

aliviado
Meaning
feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved
Example
She felt relieved after hearing the good news.
Se sintió aliviada después de escuchar la buena noticia.
B1 noun /ˈfɪkʃən/

fiction

ficción
Meaning
Literature created from the imagination, not presented as fact.
Example
She enjoys reading science fiction novels.
A ella le gusta leer novelas de ciencia ficción.
C2 noun /ˈdrækmə/

drachma

drácma
Meaning
The basic monetary unit of Greece before the adoption of the euro.
Example
The old coin collection included a silver drachma.
La antigua colección de monedas incluía una drácma de plata.
B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

diversión; alegría; entretenimiento
Meaning
the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities
Example
The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.
La risa de los niños mostró su diversión en la actuación del payaso.
C1 noun /haɪˈpɜːrbəli/

hyperbole

hipérbole
Meaning
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
Example
Saying he could run a thousand miles in a day is pure hyperbole.
Decir que podría correr mil millas en un día es pura hipérbole.
C2 verb /ˈhɑːrtən/

hearten

dar ánimo
Meaning
To give courage, confidence, or hope.
Example
The teacher’s encouragement heartened the students.
El aliento del maestro dio ánimo a los estudiantes.
B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

resumir
Meaning
To give a brief statement of the main points of something
Example
She summarized the report in just a few minutes.
Ella resumió el informe en solo unos minutos.
C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

imitador; imitar;
Meaning
A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
Example
The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.
El talentoso imitador pudo imitar perfectamente a las celebridades famosas.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfæləbl̩/

infallible

infalible
Meaning
incapable of making mistakes or being wrong
Example
Her judgment seemed infallible in matters of finance.
Su juicio parecía infalible en cuestiones financieras.
C1 adjective skiˈmæt.ɪk

Schematic

relacionado con un esquema o de forma resumida
Meaning
Presenting some framework or concept briefly
Example
The engineer provided a schematic diagram of the project.
El ingeniero proporcionó un diagrama esquemático del proyecto.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

colección de trabajos, muestras o lista de trabajos
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
Su portafolio mostró su amplia gama de habilidades.
C2 verb /ˈfrɪzəl/

frizzle

freír hasta que se vuelva crujiente y rizado
Meaning
to fry something until it becomes crisp and curled, or to make a sizzling noise
Example
The bacon began to frizzle in the pan.
El tocino comenzó a chisporrotear en la sartén.
C2 adjective /ˈhʌmdrʌm/

humdrum

monótono
Meaning
Lacking excitement or variety; dull and monotonous.
Example
She grew tired of the humdrum routine of office life.
Ella se cansó de la rutina monótona de la vida en la oficina.
B1 noun /ˈhʌntər/

hunter

cazador
Meaning
a person or animal that hunts animals for food or sport
Example
The hunter tracked the deer through the forest.
El cazador rastreó al ciervo a través del bosque.
B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

arcade
Meaning
a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games
Example
The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.
Los niños pasaron la tarde jugando en el arcade.
C2 adjective /dæŋk/

dank

húmedo y frío
Meaning
unpleasantly damp and cold
Example
The basement was dark and dank, filled with a musty smell.
El sótano estaba oscuro y húmedo, con un olor desagradable.
B2 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

comprender
Meaning
to understand or grasp the meaning of something
Example
It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.
Es difícil comprender la magnitud del desastre.
A2 verb /əˈplaɪ/

apply

aplicar / solicitar
Meaning
to make a formal request for something; to put into practice
Example
He decided to apply for the scholarship.
Él decidió solicitar la beca.
B1 noun /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

muestra
Meaning
a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen
Example
The doctor took a blood sample for testing.
El doctor tomó una muestra de sangre para la prueba.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪnd/

unfeigned

genuino
Meaning
genuine; not pretended or insincere
Example
She expressed unfeigned joy at her friend's success.
Ella expresó una alegría genuina por el éxito de su amiga.
B2 verb /dɪˈfɜːr/

defer

posponer
Meaning
To postpone or delay; to yield to someone else's judgment or opinion.
Example
The meeting was deferred until next week.
La reunión fue pospuesta hasta la próxima semana.
C2 adjective /ˈsɪlieɪtɪd/

ciliated

con cilios
Meaning
Having minute hairlike projections (cilia) on the surface of cells or organisms.
Example
The ciliated cells in the respiratory tract help move mucus out of the lungs.
Las células ciliadas en el tracto respiratorio ayudan a mover el moco fuera de los pulmones.
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

cúrcuma
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
Agrega cúrcuma al curry para dar color y sabor.
C1 noun /ɪɡˈzɜːr.ʃən/

exertion

esfuerzo físico o mental
Meaning
Using energy or effort to achieve something.
Example
Excessive exertion can lead to fatigue and burnout.
El exceso de exertión puede llevar a la fatiga y al agotamiento.
B2 verb /blʌʃ/

blush

sonrojarse
Meaning
to become red in the face due to embarrassment or shyness
Example
She blushed when he complimented her.
Ella se sonrojó cuando él le hizo un cumplido.
A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

pensamientos
Meaning
An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.
Example
Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.
Enfoca tus pensamientos en resultados positivos.
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

impulsive

impulsivo, de impulso
Meaning
acting suddenly without careful thought
Example
She made an impulsive decision to buy the car.
Tomó una decisión impulsiva de comprar el coche.
C1 adjective /ˈfɔːrsəbl/

forcible

forzoso
Meaning
Done by force; using physical strength or power.
Example
The police made a forcible entry into the house.
La policía hizo una entrada forzosa en la casa.
C1 noun /kuːp/

coop

un pequeño corral o jaula para gallinas u otras aves
Meaning
a small enclosure or cage for chickens or other birds
Example
The farmer checked the chickens in the coop every morning.
El granjero revisaba las gallinas en el corral todas las mañanas.
C2 noun /bel ˈæp.əl/

Bell apple

manzana campana
Meaning
a tropical fruit with a crisp texture and sweet taste, scientifically known as Syzygium malaccense
Example
The bell apple tree produces beautiful red fruits that are popular in tropical regions.
El árbol de manzana campana produce hermosas frutas rojas que son populares en las regiones tropicales
B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

cobarde
Meaning
a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things
Example
He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.
Él se llamó a sí mismo un cobarde por no enfrentarse al matón.
B1 noun /ˈvɒl.juːm/

volume

volumen
Meaning
the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, or that is enclosed within a container
Example
The volume of water in the tank increased after the rain.
El volumen de agua en el tanque aumentó después de la lluvia.
B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

automatizar
Meaning
To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.
Example
Many companies automate their processes to save time.
Muchas empresas automatizan sus procesos para ahorrar tiempo.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Distinguished

distinguido; honorable; famoso; de apariencia o comportamiento digno
Meaning
notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner
Example
He is a distinguished professor at the university.
Él es un profesor distinguido en la universidad.
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

caramelo de azúcar
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
Los niños disfrutaron comer dulces de azúcar coloridos en el festival.
A2 noun /ˈlem.ən/

Lemon

limón
Meaning
a yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
She squeezed a lemon into her tea.
Ella exprimió un limón en su té.
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

brote
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
El brote de gripe afectó a muchos estudiantes en la escuela.
C2 adjective /ˈbæti/

batty

loco
Meaning
crazy or eccentric in behavior
Example
The old man down the street is a bit batty but harmless.
El anciano de la calle es un poco loco pero inofensivo.
C1 adjective /ˈnɔːtɪkəl/

nautical

náutico
Meaning
relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water
Example
He studied nautical charts before setting sail.
Estudió mapas náuticos antes de zarpar.
B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

sin embargo
Meaning
in spite of that; nevertheless
Example
It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.
Estaba lloviendo, pero sin embargo, fueron a hacer senderismo.
C2 noun /daɪˈɡrɛʃən/

digression

digresión
Meaning
A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.
Example
Her story was full of interesting digressions.
Su historia estaba llena de interesantes digresiones.
B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

atributo
Meaning
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Example
An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.
Una característica importante de la madera es su flexibilidad.
B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

deceptive

engañoso
Meaning
Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.
Example
Appearances can be deceptive.
Las apariencias pueden ser engañosas.
C2 noun /ˈpætrɪsaɪd/

patricide

patricidio
Meaning
The act of killing one's own father.
Example
The ancient myth describes a son committing patricide to take the throne.
El antiguo mito describe a un hijo cometiendo patricidio para tomar el trono.
B1 adjective /ˈlaɪv.li/

Lively

animado; vivaz; alegre
Meaning
full of life and energy; animated; cheerful
Example
The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books.
Los niños tuvieron una discusión animada sobre sus libros favoritos.
B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

sin fines de lucro
Meaning
an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.
Example
She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.
Ella trabaja para una organización sin fines de lucro que ayuda a los niños.
C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/

peremptory

perentorio
Meaning
Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.
Example
The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.
El oficial dio una orden perentoria para evacuar el edificio.
A2 adverb /ɪˈspeʃəli/

Especially

especialmente; particularmente; sobre todo
Meaning
particularly; in particular; above all
Example
I love all fruits, especially mangoes.
Me gustan todas las frutas, especialmente los mangos.
B1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ/

Narrow

estrecho; limitado; angosto
Meaning
having a small width; thin; limited in scope; restricted
Example
The narrow street was barely wide enough for two cars.
La calle estrecha apenas era lo suficientemente ancha para dos coches.
C1 noun /ˈɡræv.ɪ.tæs/

gravitas

gravedad
Meaning
Dignity, seriousness, or solemnity of manner or speech.
Example
The judge spoke with great gravitas.
El juez habló con gran gravedad.
C2 noun /məˈnæʒəri/

menagerie

colección de animales salvajes
Meaning
a collection of wild animals kept for exhibition; a diverse or strange group of people or things
Example
The circus had a menagerie of exotic animals.
El circo tenía una colección de animales exóticos.
C1 verb /kənˈfleɪt/

conflate

fusionar / combinar
Meaning
To combine two or more things, often confusingly, into one.
Example
The article tends to conflate facts with opinions.
El artículo tiende a fusionar los hechos con las opiniones.
B1 noun /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/

cottage

cabaña
Meaning
a small simple house, typically in the countryside
Example
They spent their vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake.
Pasaron sus vacaciones en una acogedora cabaña junto al lago.
B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

Apreciar
Meaning
to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for
Example
I really appreciate your help with this project.
Realmente aprecio tu ayuda con este proyecto.