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B2 noun /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

colocación o asignación
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
La empresa organizó la colocación laboral para los graduados.
B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

prehistórico, antes de los registros escritos
Meaning
Belonging to the time before written records.
Example
The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.
La era prehistórica estuvo marcada por el ascenso de los primeros humanos.
B2 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

partidos para determinar al campeón
Meaning
a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams
Example
The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.
El equipo se clasificó para los playoffs después de una fuerte temporada.
B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

de manera extraña; de manera inusual
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic
Example
She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.
Ella se vistió de manera peculiar para la cena formal, usando colores brillantes y patrones inusuales.
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/verb /pəʊl/

poll

encuesta
Meaning
a survey of public opinion or voting in an election
Example
The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.
La encuesta reveló que la mayoría de las personas favorecieron la nueva política.
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

persecución, búsqueda
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
Dedicó su vida a la búsqueda de la felicidad.
B2 adverb /prɪˈzjuːməbli/

presumably

presumiblemente
Meaning
used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain
Example
Presumably, he forgot to send the email.
Presumiblemente, olvidó enviar el correo electrónico.
B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

paleta
Meaning
a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design
Example
The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.
La artista mezcló tonos vibrantes en su paleta antes de comenzar la pintura.
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

disminuir gradualmente
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
La emoción del evento comenzó a disminuir después de unas horas.
B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

relleno / acolchonado
Meaning
soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space
Example
The chair had extra padding for comfort.
La silla tenía almohadillas extra para comodidad.
B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

punzón
Meaning
a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials
Example
The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.
El carpintero usó un punzón para hacer agujeros en el cuero.
B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

progresión
Meaning
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Example
Progression in technology drives innovation.
La progresión en la tecnología impulsa la innovación.
B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

rentable
Meaning
yielding profit or financial gain
Example
The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.
La empresa se ha vuelto altamente rentable después de implementar la nueva estrategia.
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

prohibición
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
El gobierno anunció la prohibición de fumar en lugares públicos.
B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

políticamente
Meaning
in a way that relates to politics or government
Example
The country is politically divided between two major parties.
El país está políticamente dividido entre dos partidos principales.
B2 noun /prəˈtɛktər/

protector

protector
Meaning
a person or thing that protects someone or something
Example
The dog was seen as the family's protector.
El perro fue visto como el protector de la familia.
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

peregrino; viajero
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
El peregrino caminó durante días para llegar al santuario sagrado.
B2 adjective /prəˈvɪʒənəl/

Provisional

provisional
Meaning
arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation
Example
The provisional agreement will be reviewed next month.
El acuerdo provisional se revisará el próximo mes.
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/

psychiatrist

psiquiatra
Meaning
a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness
Example
The psychiatrist prescribed medication for the patient’s anxiety.
El psiquiatra recetó medicación para la ansiedad del paciente.
B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

acusación
Meaning
The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.
Example
The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
La acusación presentó pruebas contundentes contra el acusado.
B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

médico
Meaning
a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor
Example
The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.
El médico recetó algo de medicina para tratar la condición.
B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

parroquia
Meaning
A local church community or the area served by a parish church.
Example
The parish gathered for Sunday service.
La parroquia se reunió para el servicio del domingo.
B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

percibir
Meaning
to become aware of or understand something through the senses
Example
I perceive a change in his attitude.
Percibo un cambio en su actitud.
B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

impotente
Meaning
without ability, influence, or strength
Example
She felt powerless against the unfair system.
Ella se sintió impotente contra el sistema injusto.
B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

disposiciones
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
Las disposiciones deben alinearse con las aspiraciones públicas.
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

persistir
Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
Ella decidió persistir en sus esfuerzos para aprender francés.
B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

prosperar
Meaning
to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters
Example
With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.
Con trabajo duro y determinación, ella logró prosperar en su carrera.
B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

plantación
Meaning
a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes
Example
The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.
La plantación de caña de azúcar se extendió por millas a través del valle.
B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

pediatra
Meaning
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children
Example
The pediatrician examined the child carefully.
El pediatra examinó al niño cuidadosamente.
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

preferencia
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
Ella tiene preferencia por la música clásica sobre la música pop.
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

psiquiátrico
Meaning
relating to mental illness or its treatment
Example
The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.
El hospital psiquiátrico ofrece atención a quienes tienen condiciones graves.
B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

protagonista
Meaning
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Example
Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.
Charles Darnay es uno de los protagonistas de la historia.
B2 noun /ˈpæn.ɪk/

Panic

pánico
Meaning
sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety; a state of widespread fear and anxiety
Example
The fire alarm caused panic among the students.
La alarma de incendios causó pánico entre los estudiantes.
B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

peculiar; extraño; raro
Meaning
strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to
Example
She has a peculiar way of speaking.
Ella tiene una forma peculiar de hablar.
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.
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

procesador
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
El nuevo portátil tiene un procesador más rápido.
B2 noun /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

una persona que está entre las primeras en explorar o asentarse en una nueva área; alguien que desarrolla nuevas ideas o métodos
Meaning
a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods
Example
She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.
Ella fue una pionera en el campo de la informática.
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 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

propuesto
Meaning
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Example
The proposed changes will improve the system.
Los cambios propuestos mejorarán el sistema.
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

pensión
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
Después de la jubilación, recibe una pensión mensual de la empresa.
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 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 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

convencer a alguien por medio de la razón o emoción
Meaning
The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.
Example
Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.
La persuasión efectiva es clave para un discurso exitoso.
B2 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

contaminado
Meaning
Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.
Example
Polluted air causes severe health problems.
El aire contaminado causa graves problemas de salud.
B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

proyección de la voz
Meaning
The strength and range of voice when speaking.
Example
Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.
Una proyección adecuada asegura que cada oyente escuche claramente.
B2 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

filosófico
Meaning
relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.
Mantuvo una actitud tranquila y filosófica durante la crisis.
B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

patrocinador
Meaning
a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause
Example
The library is supported by generous patrons.
La biblioteca es apoyada por generosos patrocinadores.
B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

perspectiva
Meaning
a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects
Example
From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.
Desde su perspectiva, la decisión fue completamente incorrecta.
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

filósofo
Meaning
a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions
Example
Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.
Sócrates fue un filósofo famoso de la antigua Grecia.
B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

parcialmente; incompletamente;
Meaning
to some extent; not completely; incompletely
Example
The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.
El edificio fue solo parcialmente destruido en el incendio.
B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

paternidad
Meaning
The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.
Example
Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.
La crianza efectiva ayuda a los niños a desarrollar confianza e independencia.
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

personal
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
La empresa está contratando más personal para su nueva sucursal.
B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

campesino
Meaning
a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation
Example
The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.
El campesino trabajó arduamente en los campos desde el amanecer hasta el atardecer.
B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

poseer / tener
Meaning
To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.
Example
She possesses great talent in music.
Ella posee gran talento en música.
B2 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

procesar
Meaning
to institute legal proceedings against someone
Example
The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.
El abogado decidió procesar el caso después de reunir suficiente evidencia.
B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

legumbre
Meaning
edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas
Example
Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.
Las legumbres son una excelente fuente de proteína para los vegetarianos.
B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

porche
Meaning
a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides
Example
We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.
Nos sentamos en el porche y disfrutamos de la brisa de la tarde.
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 noun prəˈsiːdɪŋz

proceedings

procedimientos
Meaning
An event or a series of activities involving a formal or set procedure.
Example
The proceedings discussed language issues.
Los procedimientos discutieron los problemas del lenguaje.
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.dɒks/

paradox

paradoja
Meaning
A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.
Example
The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.
La paradoja de la libertad es que requiere reglas.
B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

preliminar; introductorio; destinado a la preparación
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
Asistió a clases preparatorias antes del examen final.
B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

accesorio
Meaning
an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up
Example
The actor forgot his prop on stage.
El actor olvidó su accesorio en el escenario.
B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

premisa / edificio
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
Su argumento se basaba en una premisa falsa.
B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

beneficio
Meaning
A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.
Example
One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.
Uno de los beneficios de trabajar aquí es el almuerzo gratis todos los viernes.
B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

partículas
Meaning
Minute portions of matter.
Example
PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.
Las partículas PM2.5 dañan la salud respiratoria.
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

despensa
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
Ella llenó la despensa con víveres frescos para la semana.
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

piratería
Meaning
the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material
Example
Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.
La piratería de software cuesta a las empresas miles de millones de dólares cada año.
B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

actualmente; pronto; en un rato
Meaning
at the present time; soon; in a little while
Example
The doctor will see you presently.
El doctor te verá pronto.
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

prominente
Meaning
Important, famous, or easily noticeable.
Example
He is a prominent leader in the community.
Él es un líder prominente en la comunidad.
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 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

invaluable; de incalculable valor
Meaning
extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price
Example
Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.
Las joyas antiguas de su abuela son absolutamente invaluables.
B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

perseguir
Meaning
to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something
Example
She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.
Ella decidió seguir sus sueños de convertirse en doctora.
B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

procesión; desfile;
Meaning
a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony
Example
The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.
La procesión de bodas caminó lentamente hacia la iglesia.
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 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

primer ministro / principal
Meaning
the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank
Example
The French premier addressed the nation.
El primer ministro francés dirigió al país.
B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

fenómeno
Meaning
an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable
Example
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.
Las Luces del Norte son un fenómeno natural.
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

posesión; propiedad; dominio
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
La casa ha estado en la posesión de su familia durante generaciones.
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

saltar o bucear rápidamente; caer bruscamente
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
Ella se zambulló en la piscina.
B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

perspectiva
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.
El éxito del proyecto tiene una gran perspectiva para la economía.
B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

plátano macho
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
El plátano macho se puede freír, hervir o hornear y es un alimento básico en muchos países tropicales.
B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

prospectivo
Meaning
likely or expected to happen in the future; potential
Example
The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.
La empresa se reunirá con clientes prospectivos la próxima semana.
B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

puramente
Meaning
only and completely; entirely
Example
The decision was purely based on economic factors.
La decisión se basó puramente en factores económicos.
B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

predominantemente
Meaning
mainly; for the most part
Example
The population in the city is predominantly young.
La población en la ciudad es predominantemente joven.
B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

desconcertante
Meaning
confusing; perplexing;
Example
The scientist found the results puzzling.
El científico encontró los resultados desconcertantes.
B2 adjective /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

productivo
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
Trabajar desde casa me ha hecho más productivo que nunca.
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 ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

preservación
Meaning
The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
Example
Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
La preservación adecuada extiende la vida útil de la maquinaria.
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

competencia
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
Su competencia en varios idiomas es impresionante.
B2 noun

Patriot

patriota
B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

relacionado con los padres
Meaning
relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father
Example
Parental guidance is important for a child's development.
La orientación parental es importante para el desarrollo de un niño.
B2 noun prəʊb

probe

sonda
Meaning
An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.
Example
The probe collected data from the planet's surface.
La sonda recolectó datos de la superficie del planeta.
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

predecesor
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
El nuevo gerente aprendió de los errores de su predecesor.
B2 verb /ˈpɪnpɔɪnt/

pinpoint

localizar con precisión
Meaning
to locate or identify something with precision
Example
The detective was able to pinpoint the exact location of the suspect.
El detective fue capaz de localizar la ubicación exacta del sospechoso.
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

presentar algo falso como si fuera real; fingir
Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
Intentó pasar el reloj falso como una marca de lujo.
B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

seudónimo
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym
Example
Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.
Mark Twain era el seudónimo de Samuel Clemens.
B2 noun /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/

prescription

receta
Meaning
A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.
Example
The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.
El doctor le dio una receta para antibióticos.
B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

robo de información mediante fraude
Meaning
The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.
Example
Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.
Los correos electrónicos de phishing a menudo engañan a las personas para que revelen contraseñas.
B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

provocar
Meaning
To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.
Example
His words provoked a heated argument.
Sus palabras provocaron una discusión acalorada.
B2 verb /prəˈhɪbɪt/

prohibit

prohibir
Meaning
to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
Example
The law prohibits smoking in public places.
La ley prohíbe fumar en lugares públicos.
B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

plaguicidas
Meaning
Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.
El uso excesivo de pesticidas puede dañar el medio ambiente.
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 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

objetivo principal
Meaning
The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.
Example
The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.
El objetivo principal del evento fue promover el reciclaje.
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

propuesta, plan
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
La compañía hizo una propuesta de negocio a los inversionistas.
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 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

perspectiva
Meaning
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Example
New perspectives enhance understanding.
Nuevas perspectivas mejoran la comprensión.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

gachas
Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
Ella comió un tazón de gachas para el desayuno.
B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

prematuro
Meaning
Happening or done before the usual or proper time.
Example
His decision to quit the job was premature.
Su decisión de dejar el trabajo fue prematura.
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

pasivo; (gramática) voz pasiva
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
En lugar de tomar el control, él permaneció pasivo durante la reunión.
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

proximidad
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
La proximidad de la escuela a su casa lo hizo conveniente.
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

prototype

prototipo
Meaning
The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.
Example
The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production.
La compañía construyó un prototipo del nuevo teléfono inteligente antes de la producción en masa.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

preceder
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
Una breve introducción precede cada capítulo.
B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

postguerra
Meaning
occurring or existing after a war
Example
The postwar period saw significant economic growth.
El periodo de postguerra vio un crecimiento económico significativo.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

precedió
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
Las nubes oscuras precedieron la fuerte lluvia.
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

fenomenal
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
El equipo logró un éxito fenomenal en el torneo.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

felicidad
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
No pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

filosofía
Meaning
the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.
Su filosofía enfatiza la amabilidad y la empatía.
B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

prima
Meaning
an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value
Example
You need to pay your insurance premium every year.
Necesitas pagar tu prima de seguro cada año.
B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

alimentos procesados
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
El consumo excesivo de alimentos procesados conduce a problemas de salud.
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

pitón
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The python wrapped around its prey tightly.
La pitón rodeó a su presa fuertemente.
B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

meseta, área plana elevada, un periodo de poco cambio
Meaning
an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change
Example
After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.
Después de meses de crecimiento, las ventas llegaron a una meseta.