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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.
B1 noun /ˈlɪm.ɪt/

Limit

límite; restricción
Meaning
a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allowed
Example
There is a speed limit on this road.
Hay un límite de velocidad en esta carretera.
C1 noun /brɔːl/

brawl

pelea
Meaning
a noisy fight in a public place
Example
A brawl broke out outside the bar late at night.
Una pelea estalló afuera del bar tarde en la noche.
B2 noun /pɪt/

pit

agujero
Meaning
a large hole in the ground or a hollow area
Example
The workers dug a deep pit to build the foundation.
Los trabajadores cavaron un agujero profundo para construir los cimientos.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrtnəs/

pertness

descaro
Meaning
boldness or forwardness in speech or behavior; sauciness
Example
Her pertness during the meeting surprised everyone.
Su descaro durante la reunión sorprendió a todos.
C2 noun əˌmæl.ɡəˈmeɪ.ʃən

amalgamation

fusión, integración, amalgama
Meaning
The action, process, or result of combining or uniting.
Example
The amalgamation of AI and big data is transforming industries.
La fusión de IA y grandes datos está transformando las industrias.
C1 noun /ˈlɔː.meɪ.kər/

Lawmaker

legislador
Meaning
a person who writes and passes laws, especially a member of a legislative body
Example
The lawmakers voted on the new education bill.
Los legisladores votaron sobre el nuevo proyecto de ley educativa.
A2 noun /ˈtɜːrki/

turkey

pavo (un tipo de ave grande)
Meaning
a large bird native to North America, often eaten at special occasions like Thanksgiving; also the meat of this bird.
Example
We roasted a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.
Asamos un pavo para la cena de Acción de Gracias.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

sólido; real; tangible; específico
Meaning
solid; real; tangible; actual and specific
Example
We need concrete evidence to support our claims.
Necesitamos pruebas concretas para respaldar nuestras afirmaciones.
C2 adjective /roʊn/

roan

roano
Meaning
denoting an animal, especially a horse, having a coat of mixed colors, typically reddish-brown and white
Example
The rider mounted a roan horse with a speckled coat.
El jinete montó un caballo roano con un pelaje moteado.
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

juicio; prueba
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
El juicio por asesinato duró tres semanas en el tribunal del condado.
C2 noun /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/

nomenclature

nomenclatura
Meaning
A system of names or terms used in a particular science, art, or field.
Example
The chemical nomenclature can be difficult for beginners to understand.
La nomenclatura química puede ser difícil para los principiantes de entender.
C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/

avow

declarar abiertamente
Meaning
to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly
Example
He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.
Él declaró abiertamente su lealtad a la causa sin dudar.
A2 noun, verb /pəʊst/

post

publicar
Meaning
a job or position, or to send something by mail
Example
She posted a letter to her friend yesterday.
Ella publicó una carta a su amiga ayer.
B2 adjective /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət/

Ultimate

último; supremo; final
Meaning
being the best or most extreme example of its kind; final; last
Example
This is the ultimate test of your skills.
Este es el examen final de tus habilidades.
C1 verb /ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

percolate

percolar
Meaning
To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.
Example
The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater.
El agua de lluvia percoló a través del suelo hacia el agua subterránea.
B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

simbólico
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
La paloma es simbólica de la paz y la libertad.
A2 noun/verb /bəˈluːn/

balloon

globo
Meaning
A small bag made of thin rubber or similar material that can be inflated with air or gas; as a verb, to expand rapidly.
Example
The children played with a red balloon at the party.
Los niños jugaron con un globo rojo en la fiesta.
B2 noun /ˈɡlɑːs.weər/

Glass-ware

vajilla de cristal
Meaning
objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects
Example
The wedding registry included fine glassware.
El registro de bodas incluyó vajilla de cristal fina.
C1 adjective /tɛk ˈdrɪv.ən/

tech-driven

impulsado por la tecnología
Meaning
Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.
Example
The agricultural sector is becoming more tech-driven for higher efficiency.
El sector agrícola está volviéndose más impulsado por la tecnología para una mayor eficiencia.
B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

armado
Meaning
equipped with or carrying weapons
Example
The bank was robbed by armed men.
El banco fue robado por hombres armados.
B2 verb /ˈlaɪtən/

lighten

aligerar; aclarar
Meaning
to make something brighter or less dark; to make something less heavy or serious
Example
A joke can lighten the mood during a tense meeting.
Un chiste puede aligerar el ambiente en una reunión tensa.
C2 verb /dɪˈsɛmbəl/

dissemble

disimular
Meaning
to conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs; to pretend
Example
He tried to dissemble his anger with a forced smile.
Él trató de disimular su ira con una sonrisa forzada.
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

basado en relatos personales más que en hechos o investigaciones, caracterizado por anécdotas
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
El libro estaba lleno de evidencia anecdótica en lugar de datos.
C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.ni/

puny

débiles
Meaning
Small, weak, or insignificant.
Example
He felt puny compared to his stronger classmates.
Se sentía débil comparado con sus compañeros de clase más fuertes.
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.
C2 verb /ˌmæn.juˈmɪt/

manumit

liberar de la esclavitud
Meaning
to release from slavery or servitude; to set free
Example
The landowner decided to manumit his slaves.
El terrateniente decidió liberar a sus esclavos.
C1 adjective ˈluː.sɪd

lucid

claro y fácil de entender
Meaning
Clear and easily understandable thoughts or explanations.
Example
His explanation was so lucid that everyone understood it.
Su explicación era tan clara que todos la entendieron.
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.
A2 adjective /ˈbeɪ.sɪk/

Basic

básico; fundamental;
Meaning
fundamental; essential; forming the foundation or starting point
Example
Learning basic English grammar is essential for beginners.
Aprender gramática básica de inglés es esencial para los principiantes.
B2 adjective /ˈed.ɪ.bəl/

Edible

comestible
Meaning
safe to eat; suitable for consumption
Example
Only edible mushrooms should be used in cooking.
Solo los hongos comestibles deben usarse en la cocina.
B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

confidencialidad
Meaning
The state of keeping or being kept secret or private
Example
Confidentiality is crucial in data security.
La confidencialidad es crucial en la seguridad de datos.
B2 adjective /ˈslɒp.i/

Sloppy

desordenado; sucio; hecho sin cuidado o atención a los detalles
Meaning
careless; messy; done without care or attention to detail
Example
His sloppy handwriting was difficult to read.
Su escritura desordenada era difícil de leer.
B2 noun, verb /striːk/

streak

rastro o línea; moverse rápidamente en una dirección especificada
Meaning
a long, thin line or mark; to move very quickly in a specified direction
Example
Lightning streaked across the night sky.
El rayo cruzó el cielo nocturno.
C1 verb /druːp/

droop

caer
Meaning
to bend or hang downward; to become weak or tired
Example
The flowers began to droop in the heat.
Las flores empezaron a caer debido al calor.
A2 noun /prɪns/

prince

príncipe
Meaning
a male member of a royal family, especially the son of a king or queen; a ruler of a principality
Example
The prince addressed the nation on his birthday.
El príncipe se dirigió a la nación en su cumpleaños.
C2 adjective /rɪˈflɛktɪbəl/

reflectible

reflejable
Meaning
capable of being reflected, as light or an image
Example
The surface of the lake is highly reflectible in the morning sun.
La superficie del lago es altamente reflejable en el sol de la mañana.
C2 verb /swɪl/

swill

beber codiciosamente
Meaning
to drink something greedily or in large amounts
Example
He swilled down the beer in seconds.
Él bebió la cerveza en segundos.
B1 adjective /ˈpeɪn.fəl/

painful

doloroso
Meaning
causing physical or emotional pain
Example
The injury was very painful, and he needed immediate care.
La lesión fue muy dolorosa y necesitaba atención inmediata.
A1 noun /ˈwɛð.ɚ/

weather

clima
Meaning
The state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.
Example
The weather forecast predicts heavy rain tomorrow.
El pronóstico del clima predice lluvias intensas mañana.
C2 noun /ˈkaɪrəˌmænsi/

chiromancy

quiromancia
Meaning
The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.
Example
The old woman practiced chiromancy and told fortunes for travelers.
La anciana practicaba la quiromancia y decía el futuro a los viajeros.
C2 adjective /prəˈhɪbɪtɔːri/

prohibitory

prohibitivo
Meaning
Serving or tending to prohibit or forbid.
Example
The prohibitory laws were strictly enforced in the region.
Las leyes prohibitivas fueron estrictamente aplicadas en la región.
C1 noun /ˈhæŋ.ər/

Hangar

hangar
Meaning
a large building with extensive floor area, typically for housing aircraft; an aircraft shelter
Example
The airplane was stored safely in the hangar during the severe thunderstorm.
El avión fue guardado de forma segura en el hangar durante la tormenta severa.
B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

transformador
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
El nuevo sistema educativo es altamente transformador.
C2 noun ˈnjʊə.rəʊ ˌfiːd.bæk

neurofeedback

técnica que utiliza actividades cerebrales en tiempo real para enseñar la autorregulación de la función cerebral
Meaning
A technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.
Example
Neurofeedback enhances cognitive performance and relaxation.
El neurofeedback mejora el rendimiento cognitivo y la relajación.
C2 verb /ˈpɜːrdʒər/

perjure

perjurar
Meaning
To knowingly tell a lie in a court of law after swearing to tell the truth.
Example
He was accused of trying to perjure himself during the trial.
Fue acusado de intentar perjurar durante el juicio.
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 adjective /ˈsoʊbər/

Sober

sobrio; serio y reflexivo; moderado
Meaning
not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate
Example
He remained sober throughout the celebration.
Él permaneció sobrio durante toda la celebración.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnsərˈmaʊntəbl/

insurmountable

insuperable
Meaning
Too great to be overcome.
Example
The explorers faced insurmountable odds in the desert.
Los exploradores enfrentaron obstáculos insuperables en el desierto.
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

pulido, refinado y elegante
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
Ella dio una actuación pulida en el recital.
C2 noun /raɪm/

rime

escarcha
Meaning
frost formed on cold surfaces by freezing water vapor
Example
The trees were covered with a white rime after the cold night.
Los árboles estaban cubiertos con una capa blanca de escarcha después de la fría noche.
C1 adjective /priˈɛmptɪv/

preemptive

preventivo
Meaning
Serving or intended to prevent something by taking action first.
Example
The government took preemptive measures to control inflation.
El gobierno tomó medidas preventivas para controlar la inflación.
C1 verb /əˈkleɪm/

acclaim

elogiar
Meaning
to praise enthusiastically and publicly
Example
The audience acclaimed the actor for his outstanding performance.
La audiencia aclamó al actor por su impresionante actuación.
C2 noun /ˈpɛdɪmənt/

pediment

frontón triangular
Meaning
a triangular gable found above the horizontal structure of a building, often in classical architecture
Example
The ancient temple had a pediment decorated with sculptures.
El antiguo templo tenía un frontón decorado con esculturas.
C2 adjective /ɪˈfʌldʒənt/

effulgent

resplandeciente
Meaning
Shining brilliantly; radiant.
Example
Her effulgent smile brightened everyone's mood.
Su sonrisa resplandeciente iluminó el ánimo de todos.
B1 noun /prəˈfeʃ.ən/

Profession

profesión
Meaning
a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill
Example
Teaching is a noble profession that shapes future generations.
La enseñanza es una profesión noble que moldea a las futuras generaciones.
C1 adjective ʌnɪnˈhæbɪtəbəl

uninhabitable

inhabitable
Meaning
Not suitable or safe for people to live in.
Example
Rapid urbanization can make cities uninhabitable.
La rápida urbanización puede hacer que las ciudades sean inhabitables.
C1 verb /ˌriːəˈdʒʌst/

readjust

reajustar
Meaning
To change or move something again in order to achieve a better fit, condition, or balance.
Example
He readjusted the chair to make it more comfortable.
Él reajustó la silla para que fuera más cómoda.
B1 adjective /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Disappointed

decepcionado
Meaning
sad because something has not happened or is not as good as expected
Example
She was disappointed with her exam results.
Ella estaba decepcionada con los resultados de su examen.
C2 adjective /ˈfraʊzi/

frowzy

desaliñado
Meaning
Unkempt, messy, or having a musty, unpleasant smell.
Example
He entered the room with a frowzy appearance after sleeping on the couch.
Entró en la habitación con una apariencia desaliñada después de dormir en el sofá.
C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

aborígenes
Meaning
The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.
Example
The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.
Los aborígenes han preservado sus tradiciones durante miles de años.
C1 noun/verb /rɪˈproʊtʃ/

reproach

reproche / crítica
Meaning
An expression of disapproval or disappointment; to criticize someone for doing wrong.
Example
She reproached him for arriving late to the meeting.
Ella le reprochó por llegar tarde a la reunión.
B2 adjective haɪˈdʒiː.nɪk

hygienic

higiénico
Meaning
Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean.
Example
Maintaining hygienic conditions in hospitals is crucial.
Mantener condiciones higienicas en los hospitales es crucial.
C1 adjective ɪˈneɪt

Innate

innato o natural
Meaning
Existing from birth or natural
Example
She has an innate talent for music.
Ella tiene un talento innato para la música.
C2 noun /ˈlaɪər/

lier

mentiroso
Meaning
a person who tells lies; an alternative spelling of liar
Example
No one trusted him because he was known as a habitual lier.
Nadie confiaba en él porque era un mentiroso habitual.
C1 adverb /iːsˈθetɪkli/

aesthetically

estéticamente
Meaning
in a way that is concerned with beauty or visual appeal
Example
The building is aesthetically pleasing despite its simple design.
El edificio es estéticamente agradable a pesar de su diseño simple.
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

estabilizar
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
El gobierno tomó medidas para estabilizar la economía.
C2 noun /ˈɒnwiː/ or /ˈɑːnwiː/

ennui

aburrimiento
Meaning
A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction arising from lack of excitement.
Example
After weeks of doing nothing, he sank into a deep sense of ennui.
Después de semanas sin hacer nada, cayó en un profundo aburrimiento.
B1 verb /ˈkælkjəˌleɪt/

calculate

calcular
Meaning
to determine by mathematical computation; to estimate
Example
I need to calculate the total cost.
Necesito calcular el costo total.
C1 noun /ˈmɪs.hæp/

Mishap

accidente; percance; desastre
Meaning
An unlucky accident or unfortunate event, typically minor
Example
The cooking mishap resulted in a burnt dinner.
El percance en la cocina resultó en una cena quemada.
B1 noun /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.ti taɪm/

quality time

tiempo de calidad
Meaning
Time spent giving someone your full attention in order to strengthen your relationship with them.
Example
Spending quality time with family enhances relationships.
Pasar tiempo de calidad con la familia mejora las relaciones.
B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

basura; rechazo
Meaning
waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something
Example
Please put the refuse in the designated bins.
Por favor, ponga la basura en los cubos designados.
C1 noun /ˈliːniənsi/

leniency

lenidad
Meaning
The quality of being more merciful or tolerant than expected.
Example
The judge showed leniency in his ruling.
El juez mostró lenidad en su fallo.
B2 verb /ɪˈvɑːlv/

evolve

evolucionar
Meaning
to develop gradually, especially into a more complex or advanced state
Example
Over time, the company evolved into a global brand.
Con el tiempo, la empresa evolucionó hasta convertirse en una marca global.
B1 noun /ˈsɛtʌp/

setup

configuración
Meaning
an arrangement of things or the way in which something is organized or prepared
Example
The setup of the event took hours to complete.
La configuración del evento tomó horas para completar.
B1 noun /ˈhʌŋɡər/

hunger

hambre
Meaning
the feeling of discomfort caused by lack of food
Example
The child cried out of hunger.
El niño lloraba por hambre.
A2 noun,verb /pleɪn/

plane

superficie plana; avión; alisar
Meaning
a flat surface; an aircraft; to make smooth
Example
The carpenter used a tool to plane the wood.
El carpintero usó una herramienta para nivelar la madera.
C1 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl/

Unilateral

unilateral
Meaning
one-sided; involving only one party
Example
The country made a unilateral decision to withdraw from the treaty.
El país tomó una decisión unilateral de retirarse del tratado.
A2 noun /ˈdæn.sər/

Dancer

bailarina
Meaning
a person who performs dance, typically as a profession or art form
Example
The dancer performed gracefully on the stage.
La bailarina se presentó con gracia en el escenario.
A1 verb /læf/

laugh

reír
Meaning
to make sounds and movements expressing happiness or amusement
Example
The joke made everyone laugh.
El chiste hizo reír a todos.
C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

destreza
Meaning
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.
Example
His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.
Su destreza al tocar el piano asombró al público.
C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

conformidad
Meaning
The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.
Example
The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.
El producto fue probado para su conformidad con los estándares de seguridad.
C1 adjective /ˈɪnsələnt/

insolent

insolente, arrogante
Meaning
showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect
Example
The insolent student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.
El estudiante insolente se negó a seguir las instrucciones del maestro.
C2 verb /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪt/

superannuate

jubilar con pensión
Meaning
to retire someone with a pension, usually due to age or long service
Example
The company decided to superannuate its senior employees after thirty years of service.
La empresa decidió jubilar con pensión a sus empleados senior después de treinta años de servicio.
C2 noun /kənˈfɛsər/

confessor

confesor
Meaning
A person who confesses sins or secrets, especially to a priest.
Example
The confessor listened patiently to the troubled man.
El confesor escuchó pacientemente al hombre angustiado.
B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

erudito; académico
Meaning
a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic
Example
The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.
El erudito renombrado publicó varios libros sobre historia antigua.
C1 adjective /freɪl/

frail

débil
Meaning
Physically weak and delicate.
Example
The old man was too frail to walk without help.
El anciano estaba demasiado débil para caminar sin ayuda.
C1 adjective /ˈspɑːrtn/

spartan

espartano
Meaning
showing simplicity and lack of luxury; austere
Example
He lived in a spartan room with just a bed and a chair.
Vivió en una habitación espartana con solo una cama y una silla.
C1 verb /əbˈzɒlv/

absolve

absolver
Meaning
to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon
Example
The priest absolved him of his sins.
El sacerdote lo absolvió de sus pecados.
C1 verb /ˈkɒnsɪkreɪt/

consecrate

consagrar
Meaning
to make something sacred, usually through a religious ceremony
Example
The church was consecrated by the bishop.
La iglesia fue consagrada por el obispo.
C2 noun /ˌθiːəˈloʊdʒən/

theologian

teólogo
Meaning
A person who studies or is an expert in theology.
Example
Theologians often debate complex questions of faith and morality.
Los teólogos a menudo debaten sobre preguntas complejas de fe y moralidad.
A2 noun /hɒt drɪŋk/

Hot-drink

bebida caliente
Meaning
a warm or heated beverage consumed for refreshment or comfort
Example
I prefer a hot drink like tea or coffee in the morning.
Prefiero una bebida caliente como té o café por la mañana.
B2 noun ˈmɒn.ɪ.tər.ɪŋ

monitoring

monitoreo
Meaning
The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.
Example
Monitoring ensures compliance with standards.
El monitoreo asegura el cumplimiento de los estándares.
C2 noun /ˈæn.əlz/

annals

anales
Meaning
Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.
Example
Her name will be remembered in the annals of science.
Su nombre será recordado en los anales de la ciencia.
C1 adjective /vɪˈveɪʃəs/

vivacious

vivaz
Meaning
Attractively lively and animated.
Example
She was admired for her vivacious personality.
Ella fue admirada por su personalidad vivaz.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnseɪt/

insensate

insensible
Meaning
lacking physical sensation or empathy; without feeling or sensitivity
Example
The dictator's insensate cruelty shocked the world.
La crueldad insensible del dictador sorprendió al mundo.
C1 verb /ˈkrʌmpəl/

crumple

arrugar
Meaning
to crush something into folds or wrinkles
Example
He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin.
Él arrugó el papel y lo tiró a la papelera.
C1 noun /fəˈrɒs.ə.ti/

ferocity

ferocidad, violencia, intensidad
Meaning
The state or quality of being ferocious; extreme fierceness or violence.
Example
The storm's ferocity was devastating.
La ferocidad de la tormenta fue devastadora.
B2 noun /ˈoʊvərpæs/

overpass

paso elevado
Meaning
A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.
Example
The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city.
El nuevo paso elevado redujo la congestión de tráfico en la ciudad.
C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈmɑː.səˌnɛr.i/

eleemosynary

caritativo
Meaning
Relating to charity; dependent on or supported by charity.
Example
The hospital was founded as an eleemosynary institution.
El hospital fue fundado como una institución caritativa.
C1 noun /ˈpɑːr.keɪ/

parquet

suelo de madera
Meaning
A floor made of wooden blocks arranged in a geometric pattern.
Example
The old mansion had a beautiful parquet floor.
La vieja mansión tenía un hermoso suelo de madera.
C1 verb /prəˈkjʊər/

procure

conseguir
Meaning
to obtain something, especially with effort or difficulty
Example
They managed to procure enough supplies for the expedition.
Ellos lograron conseguir suficientes suministros para la expedición.
B2 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

verificar
Meaning
to check if something is true or correct; to confirm
Example
Please verify your email address before proceeding.
Por favor, verifica tu dirección de correo electrónico antes de proceder.
C1 noun /ˈtriːzən/

Treason

traición
Meaning
the crime of betraying one's country, especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government
Example
He was accused of treason against the state.
Él fue acusado de traición contra el estado.
A2 adjective /fəˈmɪl.jər/

Familiar

familiar; conocido; informal y amistoso
Meaning
well-known; easily recognized; having knowledge of; informal and friendly
Example
This song sounds familiar to me.
Esta canción me suena familiar.
B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

componentes
Meaning
Components or elements used to create something.
Example
Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.
Las proteínas y las vitaminas son constituyentes esenciales de una dieta saludable.
B2 noun /əˈtɜːrni/

attorney

abogado
Meaning
a person who practices law; a lawyer
Example
She hired an attorney to represent her in court.
Ella contrató un abogado para representarla en la corte.
C2 adjective /ɡrænˈdɪləkwənt/

grandiloquent

lenguaje pomposo
Meaning
Using lofty, pompous, or extravagant language to impress others.
Example
The politician’s grandiloquent speech failed to connect with ordinary people.
El discurso grandilocuente del político no logró conectar con la gente común.
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

unitario
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
La iglesia unitaria es conocida por su enfoque inclusivo y de mente abierta.
B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

analista
Meaning
a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions
Example
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
El analista financiero predijo un aumento en el mercado de valores.
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.
C1 noun /deɪˈtɑːnt/

detente

distensión
Meaning
the easing of hostility or strained relations, especially between countries
Example
The two nations worked toward detente after decades of conflict.
Las dos naciones trabajaron hacia la distensión después de décadas de conflicto.
C1 noun /ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃən/

reparation

reparación
Meaning
the making of amends for a wrong done by paying money or helping those who were wronged
Example
The government offered reparations to the victims of the conflict.
El gobierno ofreció reparaciones a las víctimas del conflicto.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

de manera importante
Meaning
in a way that is of great significance or value
Example
Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.
De manera importante, el informe resalta la necesidad de acción inmediata.
C1 noun /ˈoʊ.mən/

Omen

presagio de buena o mala suerte futura
Meaning
an event regarded as a sign of future good or bad luck
Example
Many people consider a black cat crossing your path a bad omen.
Muchas personas consideran que un gato negro cruzando tu camino es un mal presagio.
C1 noun /prəˌlɪf.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

proliferation

proliferación
Meaning
Rapid increase in the number or amount of something; rapid multiplication or growth.
Example
The proliferation of malware is a growing concern.
La proliferación de malware es una preocupación creciente.
C1 noun /ˈɒf.sprɪŋ/

offspring

descendencia
Meaning
a person's child or children; an animal's young
Example
The bird carefully fed its offspring.
El pájaro alimentó cuidadosamente a su descendencia.
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.
B2 adjective /dɪˈvɔːrst/

divorced

divorciado
Meaning
No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.
Example
She has been divorced for five years.
Ella ha estado divorciada durante cinco años.
C1 adjective /ˈɪmpətənt/

impotent

impotente
Meaning
Lacking power, ability, or strength to take effective action.
Example
The citizens felt impotent against the corrupt system.
Los ciudadanos se sintieron impotentes contra el sistema corrupto.
A1 noun /ˈsændwɪtʃ/

sandwich

sándwich
Meaning
two pieces of bread with food such as meat, cheese, or salad between them
Example
I made a chicken sandwich for lunch.
Hice un sándwich de pollo para el almuerzo.