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C1 adjective /riˈæk.tɪv/

Reactive

reactivo; químicamente activo
Meaning
responding to situations rather than initiating them; chemically active
Example
The company took a reactive approach to customer complaints.
La empresa adoptó un enfoque reactivo hacia las quejas de los clientes.
B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

regular
Meaning
to control or maintain according to rules or laws
Example
The government regulates food safety.
El gobierno regula la seguridad alimentaria.
C2 noun /ˈriːdʒənt/

regent

regente
Meaning
a person who rules in place of a monarch when the monarch is absent or too young
Example
The prince acted as regent until the king came of age.
El príncipe actuó como regente hasta que el rey alcanzó la mayoría de edad.
C2 verb /ˈrævəl/

ravel

enredar / deshacer
Meaning
to tangle or complicate; to untangle or unravel depending on context
Example
She began to ravel the loose threads of the sweater.
Ella empezó a deshacer los hilos sueltos del suéter.
B2 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃənz

revolutions

revoluciones
Meaning
Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.
Example
Revolutions often lead to significant societal changes.
Las revoluciones a menudo conducen a cambios sociales significativos.
B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

renovable
Meaning
Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.
Example
Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.
Los recursos renovables minimizan los daños al medio ambiente.
B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

recordar
Meaning
to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind
Example
I can't recall the last time we met.
No puedo recordar la última vez que nos encontramos.
C1 adjective /ˈrævənəs/

ravenous

hambriento
Meaning
Extremely hungry; famished.
Example
After the long hike, she was ravenous and ate quickly.
Después de la larga caminata, ella estaba famélica y comió rápidamente.
C2 noun, adjective, verb /ˈrɛprəˌbeɪt/

reprobate

persona inmoral
Meaning
A person of immoral character; to express disapproval of; morally corrupt.
Example
The old reprobate spent his days gambling and drinking.
El viejo reprobado pasó sus días apostando y bebiendo.
C1 adjective /rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/

revolting

repugnante
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or disgusting
Example
The smell of the garbage was revolting.
El olor de la basura era repugnante.
C1 verb /rɪˈpjuː.di.eɪt/

repudiate

repudiar
Meaning
to refuse to accept, recognize, or support something
Example
He repudiated the claim that he was involved in the scandal.
Él repudió la afirmación de que estuvo involucrado en el escándalo.
C2 noun /ˈreɪdɪks/

radix

base
Meaning
the base or root of something; the number on which a system of numeration is built
Example
In mathematics, the decimal system has a radix of ten.
En matemáticas, el sistema decimal tiene una base de diez.
C1 verb /ˈrʌm.ɪdʒ/

rummage

registrar desordenadamente
Meaning
to search through something in a disorderly way
Example
He rummaged through the drawer for his keys.
Él registró el cajón en busca de sus llaves.
C1 adjective rɪˈsɛʃ.ən.er.i

recessionary

recesivo
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by economic recession.
Example
Governments introduce policies to counter recessionary effects.
Los gobiernos introducen políticas para contrarrestar los efectos recesivos.
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

proporción
Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
La proporción de niños a niñas en la clase es 2:1.
A2 adverb /ˈrɛɡjələrli/

regularly

regularmente
Meaning
at regular intervals; in a regular manner
Example
She exercises regularly to stay healthy.
Ella hace ejercicio regularmente para mantenerse saludable.
C2 noun /ˈrɛv.ər.i/

reverie

soñar despierto; ensoñación
Meaning
A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
Example
Lost in reverie, he didn't hear his name being called.
Perdido en la ensoñación, no oyó que llamaban su nombre.
C2 adjective /ˈreə.rɪ.faɪd/

rarefied

refinado
Meaning
Of high moral, intellectual, or cultural value; distant from ordinary life.
Example
He works in the rarefied world of classical music.
Él trabaja en el mundo refinado de la música clásica.
C2 noun /rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

renunciation

renuncia
Meaning
the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life
Example
His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks.
Su renuncia a los placeres mundanos impresionó a los monjes.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpres.ɪv/

Repressive

represivo
Meaning
restraining freedom or preventing self-expression; oppressive
Example
The repressive government banned all forms of protest.
El gobierno represivo prohibió todas las formas de protesta.
A1 noun, adjective, adverb /raɪt/

right

derecho
Meaning
something that is morally good, fair, or just; or a legal/entitled claim
Example
Everyone has the right to free speech.
Todos tienen el derecho a la libertad de expresión.
C2 noun /ˈrɛlɪkwɛri/

reliquary

relicario
Meaning
a container for holy relics
Example
The ancient reliquary was decorated with gold and precious stones.
El antiguo relicario estaba decorado con oro y piedras preciosas.
B2 noun /red liːf/

Red leaf

hoja roja
Meaning
red-colored leafy vegetable; amaranth leaves used as greens
Example
Red leaf is rich in iron and is commonly eaten in Bengali households.
La hoja roja es rica en hierro y comúnmente se consume en los hogares bengalíes.
B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

reorganizar
Meaning
to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order
Example
The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.
El gerente decidió reorganizar la estructura del equipo.
B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

fallo
Meaning
an official decision made by a judge or authority.
Example
The court’s ruling favored the defendant.
El fallo del tribunal favoreció al acusado.
B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

competencia despiadada
Meaning
Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.
Example
Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.
La competencia despiadada por el poder lleva a problemas sociales.
B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

regularidad
Meaning
the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern
Example
The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.
La regularidad de su rutina de ejercicios lo ayudó a mantenerse saludable.
C2 verb /ruː/

rue

lamentar
Meaning
To feel regret or sorrow about something.
Example
She will rue the day she trusted him.
Ella lamentará el día que le dio su confianza.
B2 noun /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənt/

reinforcement

reforzamiento
Meaning
Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.
Example
Positive reinforcement helps in learning.
El refuerzo positivo ayuda en el aprendizaje.
C1 noun /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ˈbreɪk.θruː/

revolutionary breakthrough

descubrimiento revolucionario
Meaning
A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development that changes everything.
Example
Robotic surgery is a revolutionary breakthrough in healthcare.
La cirugía robótica es un descubrimiento revolucionario en la atención sanitaria.
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

retener
Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
La empresa decidió retener a sus empleados experimentados.
B1 adverb /ˈruːdli/

Rudely

groseramente
Meaning
in an impolite or discourteous manner
Example
He rudely interrupted the speaker during the presentation.
Interrumpió groseramente al orador durante la presentación.
B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

reinar
Meaning
to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant
Example
The queen reigned for over sixty years.
La reina reinó durante más de sesenta años.
C1 noun/verb /ˈrɛprɪˌmænd/

reprimand

reprensión
Meaning
A formal expression of disapproval; to scold or criticize someone officially.
Example
The teacher reprimanded the student for being late.
El maestro reprendió al estudiante por llegar tarde.
A2 adverb /ˈriː.sənt.li/

Recently

recientemente
Meaning
in the recent past; not long ago
Example
I recently moved to a new apartment.
Me mudé recientemente a un nuevo apartamento.
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 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

relevancia
Meaning
the quality of being closely connected or appropriate
Example
The professor questioned the relevancy of the example to the topic.
El profesor cuestionó la relevancia del ejemplo con respecto al tema.
A2 adjective /ˈreɡ.jə.lər/

Regular

regular
Meaning
happening at fixed intervals; consistent; normal; frequent
Example
She goes for regular exercise every morning at 6 AM.
Ella hace ejercicio regularmente todas las mañanas a las 6.
C1 noun /ˈrem.nənt/

Remnant

resto
Meaning
a small remaining quantity of something; a piece of cloth left over after the main piece has been used
Example
Only a remnant of the ancient wall remains.
Solo queda un resto de la antigua muralla.
B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

reforma
Meaning
Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
Example
Reform in the education system was a priority.
La reforma en el sistema educativo era una prioridad.
B2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sɪv/

Responsive

responsivo
Meaning
reacting quickly and positively; readily reacting to suggestions or changes
Example
The website is very responsive and loads quickly on all devices.
El sitio web es muy responsivo y carga rápidamente en todos los dispositivos.
B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

factor de riesgo
Meaning
Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition
Example
Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.
La contaminación del agua es un factor de riesgo significativo para la salud.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

inquieto
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
El niño estaba inquieto durante el largo viaje en coche.
C2 verb /rɪˈpaɪn/

repine

lamentarse
Meaning
To feel or express discontent or to long for something.
Example
She did not repine at her misfortune but worked harder to improve her life.
Ella no lamentó su desgracia, sino que trabajó más duro para mejorar su vida.
B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

remoción; eliminación; despido;
Meaning
the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office
Example
The removal of the old furniture took all day.
La remoción de los muebles viejos tomó todo el día.
B2 noun /ˈruːstər/

rooster

gallo
Meaning
A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.
Example
The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village.
El gallo cantó al amanecer, despertando a toda la aldea.
C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

áspero y desigual; con superficie irregular; fuerte y resistente
Meaning
rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong
Example
The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
Los excursionistas cruzaron el terreno accidentado de la montaña.
C1 adjective /ˈrep.jə.tə.bəl/

Reputable

respetable
Meaning
having a good reputation; respected and trusted
Example
She works for a reputable law firm in the city.
Ella trabaja para una firma de abogados de renombre en la ciudad.
A2 noun /ˈriː.zənz/

reasons

razones
Meaning
Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.
Example
Reasons for pollution need addressing urgently.
Las razones de la contaminación deben abordarse urgentemente.
C1 noun /rɪˈpɛərə/

repairer

reparador
Meaning
a person whose job is to fix damaged or broken things
Example
The repairer fixed the broken washing machine quickly.
El reparador arregló la lavadora rota rápidamente.
B2 noun ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən

revolution

revolución
Meaning
A forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system.
Example
The story is set during the French Revolution.
La historia está ambientada durante la Revolución Francesa.
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

resonancia
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
Su discurso tuvo una profunda resonancia con la audiencia.
B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

lamentable; desafortunado; deplorable
Meaning
causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable
Example
It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.
Es lamentable que tantas personas talentosas hayan dejado la empresa.
C1 verb /ˌrevəˈluːʃənaɪz/

revolutionize

revolucionar
Meaning
Change (something) radically or fundamentally.
Example
Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize the healthcare sector.
La inteligencia artificial está lista para revolucionar el sector de la salud.
B2 adjective /ˈruː.tɪd/

Rooted

arraigado
Meaning
deeply established; firmly fixed
Example
His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition.
Sus creencias están profundamente arraigadas en la tradición.
C2 noun /rɪˈpoʊst/

riposte

replica aguda
Meaning
a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult
Example
Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence.
Su aguda réplica dejó a todos en silencio.
C1 adjective /ˈrɪvɪtɪŋ/

riveting

fascinante
Meaning
extremely interesting; holding the complete attention
Example
The movie was so riveting that nobody looked away.
La película era tan fascinante que nadie apartó la vista.
B1 noun /ˈrʌbər/

rubber

felicidad
Meaning
a tough elastic substance made from the latex of tropical plants or synthetically, used for making tires, boots, and other products.
Example
The tires are made of natural rubber.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
A1 noun /raɪs/

Rice

arroz
Meaning
a cereal grain that is a staple food in many countries
Example
We eat rice with curry for dinner.
Comemos arroz con curry para la cena.
C1 noun /rɪˌsɛptɪˈvɪti/

receptivity

receptividad
Meaning
The ability or willingness to receive something, especially signals or stimuli.
Example
Her receptivity to new ideas helped improve the project.
Su receptividad a nuevas ideas ayudó a mejorar el proyecto.
C1 adjective /ˈræspi/

raspy

áspero
Meaning
having a harsh, rough, or grating sound
Example
His raspy voice revealed years of smoking.
Su voz áspera reveló años de fumar.
B1 verb /rɪˈper/

repair

reparar
Meaning
to fix something that is broken or damaged
Example
The mechanic will repair the car's engine tomorrow.
El mecánico reparará el motor del coche mañana.
C2 adjective /rɪˈfɛrəbəl/

referable

referible
Meaning
able to be related or directed to something
Example
The issue is referable to the new policy changes.
El problema es referible a los nuevos cambios de política.
C1 verb /rɪˈbjuːk/

rebuke

reprender
Meaning
to criticize or scold sharply; to express disapproval
Example
The teacher had to rebuke the student for cheating.
El maestro tuvo que reprender al estudiante por hacer trampa.
C1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

retiring

tímido
Meaning
Shy and reserved; avoiding social contact.
Example
She is a quiet, retiring woman who avoids attention.
Ella es una mujer tranquila y tímida que evita la atención.
C1 verb /rɪˈtrækt/

retract

retirar
Meaning
to withdraw a statement, promise, or part of the body; to pull back
Example
The company retracted its earlier statement after realizing the error.
La empresa retractó su declaración anterior después de darse cuenta del error.
A1 adjective /ˈrɛd.i/

ready

listo
Meaning
Prepared or available for use or action.
Example
She was ready to leave for the airport.
Ella estaba lista para ir al aeropuerto.
C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

básico; elemental; subdesarrollado; en la etapa más temprana del desarrollo
Meaning
basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development
Example
She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.
Ella solo tiene conocimiento rudimentario del francés.
C1 noun /ˈrɑːstər/

roster

lista
Meaning
A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.
Example
The manager updated the staff roster for next week.
El gerente actualizó la lista del personal para la próxima semana.
B1 adverb /ˈrʌfli/

Roughly

aproximadamente; de manera violenta o dura
Meaning
approximately; in a harsh or violent way
Example
The project will take roughly three months to complete.
El proyecto tomará aproximadamente tres meses para completarse.
C2 verb /ˌriːkruːˈdɛs/

recrudesce

recrudecer
Meaning
to break out or appear again after a period of dormancy or decline
Example
After months of calm, violence recrudesced in the region.
Después de meses de calma, la violencia recrudeció en la región.
C2 noun /rɪˈfrækʃən/

refraction

refracción
Meaning
The bending of light, sound, or other waves when they pass from one medium to another of different density.
Example
The refraction of light in water makes objects appear bent.
La refracción de la luz en el agua hace que los objetos parezcan doblados.
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

rápido; veloz; ágil;
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
El rápido crecimiento de la tecnología ha cambiado nuestra vida diaria.
C2 noun /ˈrɛkwiəm/

requiem

misa de réquiem
Meaning
A mass, music, or ceremony for the repose of the souls of the dead.
Example
The choir performed a requiem in memory of the late leader.
El coro realizó un réquiem en memoria del líder fallecido.
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 verb /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪt/

reciprocate

reciprocidad
Meaning
To respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.
Example
She smiled at him, and he reciprocated with a warm hug.
Ella sonrió, y él reciprocó con un abrazo cálido.
C1 verb /rænt/

rant

gritar
Meaning
to speak or shout in an angry, uncontrolled way
Example
He ranted about the unfair treatment at work.
Él gritó acerca del trato injusto en el trabajo.
C2 noun /rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

repugnance

repulsión
Meaning
intense disgust or strong aversion towards something
Example
She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.
Ella sintió un profundo desprecio por la crueldad del acto.
A2 noun /reɪt/

rate

tarifa
Meaning
the cost or price of something, or the amount at which something happens
Example
The rate of inflation is increasing every year.
La tasa de inflación está aumentando cada año.
B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

reducir
Meaning
Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
Example
Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.
Singapur ha reducido el uso de plástico significativamente.
C2 verb /rɪˈfrækt/

refract

refractar
Meaning
To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.
Example
The water refracts light, making the straw look bent.
El agua refracta la luz, haciendo que la pajilla se vea doblada.
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈsɪd.ər/

reconsider

reconsiderar
Meaning
to think about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion
Example
She decided to reconsider her decision about moving abroad.
Ella decidió reconsiderar su decisión sobre mudarse al extranjero.
B1 verb /rɪˈliːs/

release

liberar
Meaning
to set free; to allow something to escape or go away
Example
The prisoner was released after ten years.
El prisionero fue liberado después de diez años.
C2 adjective /rəˈʃɛrʃ/

recherche

exclusivo
Meaning
Rare, exotic, or obscure, often in a sophisticated or refined way.
Example
The gallery displayed many recherche artworks from unknown artists.
La galería exhibió muchas obras de arte exclusivas de artistas desconocidos.
C1 verb /rɪˈfjuːt/

refute

refutar
Meaning
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.
Example
The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence.
El abogado refutó el testimonio del testigo con pruebas sólidas.
B2 noun /rɪˈstreɪnt/

Restraint

restricción; autocontrol
Meaning
the action of keeping someone or something under control; self-control
Example
She showed great restraint in not responding to the criticism.
Ella mostró gran restricción al no responder a la crítica.
C2 adjective /rɪˈsplɛndənt/

resplendent

resplandeciente
Meaning
Shining brilliantly; dazzling in appearance or effect
Example
The bride looked resplendent in her wedding gown.
La novia se veía resplandeciente con su vestido de boda.
B2 verb /ræm/

ram

embestir
Meaning
to strike or push something with great force
Example
The truck rammed into the wall.
El camión embistió contra la pared.
C1 noun ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

registrar

registrador
Meaning
An official responsible for keeping records or registers.
Example
The registrar oversees all administrative tasks.
El registrador supervisa todas las tareas administrativas.
C2 adjective /rɪˈzɪstləs/

resistless

irresistible
Meaning
Impossible to resist; having an overpowering effect.
Example
She felt a resistless urge to laugh at the joke.
Ella sintió un impulso irresistible de reírse de la broma.
B2 noun /ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

Repetition

repetición
Meaning
the action of repeating something that has already been said or written
Example
Constant repetition helps students memorize vocabulary effectively.
La repetición constante ayuda a los estudiantes a memorizar vocabulario de manera efectiva.
B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

valoración
Meaning
an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical
Example
The movie received a high rating from critics.
La película recibió una alta valoración de los críticos.
A2 noun rɪˈpɔːt

report

informe
Meaning
An account given of a particular matter, especially in the form of an official document after thorough investigation or consideration.
Example
The report highlights critical issues.
El informe destaca los problemas críticos.
A2 verb /rɪˈmuːv/

remove

quitar
Meaning
to take something away; to eliminate or delete
Example
Please remove your shoes before entering the house.
Por favor, quítate los zapatos antes de entrar a la casa.
A2 noun /roʊz/

Rose

rosa
Meaning
a fragrant flower with thorny stems, typically red, pink, white, or yellow
Example
She gave me a beautiful red rose for Valentine's Day.
Ella me dio una hermosa rosa roja para el Día de San Valentín.
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

Returnable

devolvible
Meaning
able to be returned or given back
Example
The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund.
La botella es devolvible para un reembolso del depósito.
C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪlər/

reviler

insultador
Meaning
a person who criticizes or insults others abusively
Example
He was known as a reviler of all who opposed him.
Era conocido como un insultador de todos los que se le oponían.
C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

ceder, ser más suave
Meaning
to become less severe, harsh, or strict
Example
After hours of begging, she finally relented.
Después de horas de súplicas, finalmente cedió.
C1 verb /riːˈpeɪ.tri.eɪt/

repatriate

repatriar
Meaning
To return someone to their own country, often after war or imprisonment.
Example
The government worked to repatriate the refugees safely.
El gobierno trabajó para repatriar a los refugiados de manera segura.
B1 noun /rɪˈkɔːdɪŋ/

recording

grabación
Meaning
the act or process of recording something
Example
The recording of the interview was clear and loud.
La grabación de la entrevista fue clara y fuerte.
B1 noun rɪˈdʌk.ʃən

reduction

reducción
Meaning
The action or fact of making a specified thing smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
Example
Greenhouse gas reduction is a primary global goal.
La reducción de los gases de efecto invernadero es un objetivo global principal.
C1 noun /ˌrek.ənˌsɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

reconciliation

reconciliación
Meaning
The restoration of friendly relations; the action of making one view or belief compatible with another.
Example
The peace treaty was a major step toward reconciliation.
El tratado de paz fue un paso importante hacia la reconciliación.
C2 noun /rɪˈmɒnstrəns/

remonstrance

protesta
Meaning
A forceful protest or objection.
Example
The workers’ remonstrance against unfair treatment was ignored.
La protesta de los trabajadores contra el trato injusto fue ignorada.
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːv/

retrieve

recuperar
Meaning
to get something back that was lost or taken; to recover
Example
She managed to retrieve her lost phone from the taxi.
Ella logró recuperar su teléfono perdido del taxi.
C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/

Resolute

resuelto; firme; decidido
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.
Ella permaneció resuelta en su decisión de seguir sus sueños.
C1 noun /rɪˈmɔːrs/

Remorse

remordimiento
Meaning
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done
Example
He felt deep remorse for his actions.
Él sintió un profundo remordimiento por sus acciones.
C1 noun /ˌræʃəˈnæl/

rationale

razón subyacente
Meaning
the underlying reason or explanation for something
Example
The rationale behind his decision was clearly explained.
La razón detrás de su decisión fue claramente explicada.
A2 verb /rɪˈplaɪ/

reply

responder
Meaning
to give an answer; to respond
Example
She replies to emails quickly.
Ella responde a los correos electrónicos rápidamente.
C1 noun /rɪˈteɪnər/

retainer

anticipo / retenedor
Meaning
a fee paid in advance to secure someone's services, or a device that holds something in place
Example
The lawyer asked for a retainer before taking the case.
El abogado pidió un anticipo antes de tomar el caso.
B1 noun /rɪsk/

Risk

felicidad
Meaning
a situation involving exposure to danger; the possibility of something bad happening
Example
Taking this investment carries a high risk of losing money.
No pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 verb /reɪd/

raid

redada
Meaning
to attack suddenly; to search and seize
Example
Police raid the illegal gambling house.
La policía realiza una redada en la casa de apuestas ilegal.
B2 noun /ˈreɪsɪzəm/

racism

racismo
Meaning
the belief that some races are superior to others, leading to unfair treatment or prejudice
Example
The organization works to eliminate racism in all forms.
La organización trabaja para eliminar el racismo en todas sus formas.
C2 noun /ˈrʊkəri/

rookery

nido de aves
Meaning
a place where rooks or other birds breed and nest in colonies
Example
We saw a rookery full of noisy birds near the forest.
Vimos un nido de aves lleno de pájaros ruidosos cerca del bosque.
C2 adjective /ˈrɛkriənt/

recreant

cobarde, traidor
Meaning
cowardly or unfaithful to duty
Example
The recreant soldier abandoned his post in fear.
El soldado cobarde abandonó su puesto por miedo.
C2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪt/

requite

corresponder
Meaning
to return or repay a favor, service, or feeling
Example
She requited his kindness with a thoughtful gift.
Ella correspondió su amabilidad con un regalo pensado.
C1 noun /ˈrɛvərəns/

reverence

reverencia
Meaning
deep respect for someone or something
Example
The students showed reverence to their teacher.
Los estudiantes mostraron reverencia hacia su maestro.
B2 noun /ˈræŋkɪŋ/

ranking

clasificación
Meaning
a position in a list or hierarchy, especially in terms of performance or importance
Example
His ranking in the competition improved after each round.
Su clasificación en la competencia mejoró después de cada ronda.
B1 verb /rɪˈdʒekt/

reject

rechazar
Meaning
to refuse to accept or consider something
Example
The committee decided to reject the proposal.
El comité decidió rechazar la propuesta.
B1 noun /rɪˈspɒns/

Response

respuesta; reacción
Meaning
a reaction to something; an answer or reply; the way in which something reacts to external stimulus
Example
The government's response to the crisis was swift and decisive.
La respuesta del gobierno a la crisis fue rápida y decisiva.
B2 noun /ˈroʊstɪd miːt/

Roasted meat

carne asada
Meaning
meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire
Example
The roasted meat was perfectly seasoned and tender.
La carne asada estaba perfectamente sazonada y tierna.
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɜːrdʒənt/

resurgent

resurgente
Meaning
Becoming strong, active, or popular again.
Example
The resurgent economy gave hope to many businesses.
La economía resurgente dio esperanza a muchos negocios.