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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 noun /rɪˈpɑːzɪtɔːri/

repository

repositorio
Meaning
a place where things are stored or kept for safekeeping
Example
The library serves as a repository of knowledge.
La biblioteca sirve como un repositorio de conocimiento.
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

receptive

receptivo
Meaning
Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.
Example
She was receptive to feedback from her colleagues.
Ella estaba receptiva a los comentarios de sus colegas.
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtɪsənt/

reticent

reservado
Meaning
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved
Example
She was reticent about her personal life.
Ella estaba reservada sobre su vida personal.
C1 verb /ˌriːɪnˈtɪɡreɪt/

reintegrate

reintegrar
Meaning
To bring someone or something back into a group or society after being separated.
Example
The program helps prisoners reintegrate into society.
El programa ayuda a los prisioneros a reintegrarse en la sociedad.
C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɪdəti/

Rigidity

rigidez
Meaning
inability to bend or be forced out of shape; unwillingness to change or compromise
Example
The rigidity of the old system prevented any innovation.
La rigidez del antiguo sistema impidió cualquier innovación.
C1 adjective /rɪˈbel.jəs/

Rebellious

rebelde; desobediente; que resiste la autoridad;
Meaning
defying authority; resisting control; disobedient;
Example
The rebellious teenager refused to follow his parents' rules.
El adolescente rebelde se negó a seguir las reglas de sus padres.
C1 adjective /ˈraʊ.di/

Rowdy

ruidoso; desordenado; alborotador
Meaning
disorderly; unruly; noisy and disruptive
Example
The rowdy children were making too much noise.
Los niños ruidosos estaban haciendo demasiado ruido.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/

retouch

retocar
Meaning
To improve or repair a picture, photograph, or image by making small changes.
Example
The photographer retouched the image to remove blemishes.
El fotógrafo retocó la imagen para eliminar manchas.
C1 noun /ˌræm.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

ramification

consecuencia
Meaning
a consequence of an action or event, often complex or unwelcome.
Example
The new law has serious social ramifications.
La nueva ley tiene graves consecuencias sociales.
C1 noun /ˈrɛzɪn/

resin

resina
Meaning
a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics
Example
The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine.
El artesano usó resina natural para hacer que la escultura brillara.
C1 noun /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsəns/

reminiscence

rememoración
Meaning
a story or memory about past events
Example
He shared a reminiscence of his childhood days in the village.
Él compartió una rememoración de sus días de infancia en el pueblo.
C1 noun /ˈrəʊ.bɒt əˈsɪs.tɪd prəˈsiː.dʒərz/

robot-assisted procedures

procedimientos asistidos por robot
Meaning
Medical operations performed with the help of robotic systems to enhance precision and control.
Example
Robot-assisted procedures reduce human error.
Los procedimientos asistidos por robot reducen el error humano.
C1 noun /ˈriːbeɪt/

rebate

descuento/reembolso
Meaning
a partial refund given to someone who has paid too much money for something
Example
The store offered a rebate on bulk purchases.
La tienda ofreció un descuento en compras al por mayor.
C1 noun ˌriː.pɚˈkʌʃ.ənz

repercussions

repercusiones
Meaning
The unintended consequences or effects of an action or event.
Example
The new policy had unintended repercussions on the economy.
La nueva política tuvo repercusiones no deseadas en la economía.
C1 noun, verb /raʊt/

rout

derrota
Meaning
A decisive defeat; to defeat completely.
Example
The army routed the enemy forces in the battle.
El ejército derrotó completamente a las fuerzas enemigas en la batalla.
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

retrograde

retrógrado
Meaning
moving backward or returning to a worse condition
Example
The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights.
Se consideró que la política era un paso retrógrado para los derechos humanos.
C1 noun /rɪˈvɒl.vər/

Revolver

revólver
Meaning
a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading
Example
The detective drew his revolver from its holster.
El detective sacó su revólver de su funda.
C1 noun /ˌrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Ratification

ratificación
Meaning
the action of signing or giving formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement
Example
The treaty required ratification by both countries' parliaments.
El tratado requirió ratificación por los parlamentos de ambos países.
C1 noun ˌræʃ.ən.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

rationalization

racionalización
Meaning
The practice of finding reasons for behavior or actions that are not the real reasons.
Example
His rationalization of the mistake was not convincing.
Su racionalización del error no fue convincente.
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.
C1 noun rɪˈdʌndənsi

redundancy

redundancia, exceso
Meaning
The state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluousness.
Example
The redundancy in the company's workforce led to many layoffs.
La redundancia en la fuerza laboral de la empresa condujo a muchos despidos.
C1 noun /ˈræftər/

rafter

viga
Meaning
One of the sloping beams that supports a roof.
Example
The old barn’s rafters were exposed.
Las vigas del viejo granero estaban expuestas.
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.
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 noun /ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/

requisition

requisición
Meaning
An official order laying claim to the use of property or materials; a formal demand or request.
Example
The manager submitted a requisition for new office supplies.
El gerente presentó una requisición para nuevos suministros de oficina.
C1 verb /rɪˈnɛɡ/

renege

romper un compromiso
Meaning
to go back on a promise, agreement, or commitment
Example
The company reneged on its promise to increase wages.
La empresa rompió su promesa de aumentar los salarios.
C1 verb/noun /ˈrɛlɪʃ/

relish

disfrutar / condimento
Meaning
to greatly enjoy; also a condiment or sauce
Example
She relished the opportunity to travel abroad.
Ella disfrutó mucho de la oportunidad de viajar al extranjero.
C1 verb /rɪˈsɜːrdʒ/

resurge

resurgir
Meaning
To rise, increase, or become active again after a decline.
Example
Interest in traditional crafts has begun to resurge.
El interés en las artesanías tradicionales ha comenzado a resurgir.
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.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈrɛzənənt/

resonant

resonante
Meaning
Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.
Example
The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall.
La voz resonante del orador llenó la sala.
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 verb ˈrɛk.tɪ.faɪ

rectify

rectificar
Meaning
To correct mistakes or make something right.
Example
The company took steps to rectify its financial mistakes.
La empresa tomó medidas para rectificar sus errores financieros.
C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/

rejoicing

alegría
Meaning
The action of showing great joy or happiness
Example
There was much rejoicing after the victory.
Hubo mucha alegría después de la victoria.
C1 adjective /ˈrɪkɪti/

rickety

deteriorado
Meaning
Poorly made and likely to collapse; shaky.
Example
They crossed a rickety wooden bridge over the river.
Cruzaron un puente de madera deteriorado sobre el río.
C1 noun ˌrɛk.əˈlɛk.ʃən

Recollection

recolección
Meaning
Remembering past events or information
Example
His recollection of childhood memories was vivid.
Su recuerdo de la infancia era vívido.
C1 verb /ˌrekəˈlekt/

recollect

recordar
Meaning
to remember something; to recall from memory
Example
I can't recollect where I put my keys.
No puedo recordar dónde dejé mis llaves.
C1 phrase ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

regional forum

foro regional
Meaning
A meeting or conference where representatives from countries or organizations in a specific geographical area discuss issues of common interest.
Example
The Regional Forum discussed deforestation impacts.
El foro regional discutió los impactos de la deforestación.
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.
C1 noun /ˈroʊdənt/

rodent

roedor
Meaning
a small mammal such as a mouse, rat, or squirrel, characterized by constantly growing incisors
Example
The farmer set traps to catch the rodents in his barn.
El granjero puso trampas para atrapar los roedores en su granero.
C1 noun rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən

regeneration

regeneración
Meaning
Renewal, growth and development of cells, tissues or energy
Example
Proper rest allows muscle regeneration after exercise.
El descanso adecuado permite la regeneración muscular después del ejercicio.
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.
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.
C1 verb /rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt/

resuscitate

resucitar
Meaning
to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death
Example
The doctors tried to resuscitate the patient after the heart attack.
Los doctores intentaron resucitar al paciente después del ataque al corazón.
C1 verb /rɪˈbʌt/

rebut

refutar
Meaning
to argue against or prove wrong; to refute
Example
The lawyer rebutted the false accusations with strong evidence.
El abogado refutó las falsas acusaciones con pruebas contundentes.
C1 noun /rɪˈfaɪnəri/

refinery

refinería
Meaning
an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified
Example
The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily.
La refinería de petróleo procesa miles de barriles a diario.
C1 noun /ˈrʌfiən/

Ruffian

bribón; persona violenta;
Meaning
a violent person, especially one involved in crime; a brutal or lawless person
Example
The ruffian threatened the shopkeeper for money.
El bribón amenazó al tendero por dinero.
C1 adjective /rɪˈtæl.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

retaliatory

represaliatorio
Meaning
Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.
Example
The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions.
El país impuso aranceles represaliatorios en respuesta a las sanciones comerciales.
C1 adjective /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsənt/

reminiscent

rememorativo
Meaning
Tending to remind one of something; suggestive of something in the past.
Example
The smell of rain is reminiscent of my childhood in the village.
El olor a lluvia es rememorativo de mi infancia en el pueblo.
C1 verb /rɪˈdrɛs/

redress

remediar
Meaning
to set right, remedy, or compensate for a wrong or grievance
Example
The company promised to redress the complaints of its customers.
La compañía prometió remediar las quejas de sus clientes.
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.
C1 noun /rɪˌtæl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

Retaliation

represalia
Meaning
the action of returning a military attack; counterattack; revenge for an injury or wrong
Example
The country threatened retaliation against any act of aggression.
El país amenazó con represalias contra cualquier acto de agresión.
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/

robotic surgery

cirugía robótica
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
La cirugía robótica mejora la precisión en procedimientos complejos.
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.
C1 noun rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

regenerative farming

agricultura regenerativa
Meaning
Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity.
La agricultura regenerativa mejora la fertilidad del suelo y la biodiversidad.
C1 verb /rɪˈkuːpəreɪt/

recuperate

recuperarse
Meaning
to recover from illness or regain strength
Example
She went to the countryside to recuperate after surgery.
Ella fue al campo a recuperarse después de la cirugía.
C1 noun /rɔ ˈtɜrmərɪk/

Raw Turmeric

cúrcuma cruda
Meaning
fresh unprocessed root of the turmeric plant used as a spice and medicine
Example
Grate raw turmeric into the curry for authentic flavor.
Ralla la cúrcuma cruda en el curry para un sabor auténtico.
C1 verb /ˈrʌf.l̩/

ruffle

desordenar, molestar
Meaning
to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone
Example
The wind ruffled her hair.
El viento desordenó su cabello.
C1 verb /ˈrek.ən.saɪl/

reconcile

reconciliar, armonizar, hacer las paces
Meaning
Restore friendly relations between; cause to coexist in harmony.
Example
They tried to reconcile their differences through open communication.
Ellos intentaron reconciliar sus diferencias mediante una comunicación abierta.
C1 verb /ˈrɛzəneɪt/

resonate

resonar
Meaning
To produce or be filled with a deep, full, and reverberating sound; to evoke a feeling or memory.
Example
Her words resonated with the audience.
Sus palabras resonaron con la audiencia.
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

residues

restos
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.
Example
The burning process leaves no harmful residues.
El proceso de combustión no deja residuos dañinos.
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.
C1 verb /rɪˈsiːd/

recede

retroceder
Meaning
To move back or further away from a previous position.
Example
The floodwaters began to recede after the heavy rain stopped.
Las aguas de la inundación comenzaron a retroceder después de que la lluvia intensa paró.
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.
C1 noun /ˌrɛspɪˈreɪʃən/

respiration

respiración
Meaning
The process of breathing or the exchange of gases in living organisms.
Example
Respiration is essential for all living beings.
La respiración es esencial para todos los seres vivos.
C1 verb /rɪˈnaʊns/

renounce

renunciar
Meaning
to formally declare rejection of something, such as a claim, belief, or way of life
Example
She renounced her citizenship to move abroad permanently.
Ella renunció a su ciudadanía para mudarse al extranjero permanentemente.
C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpriːv/

reprieve

retraso temporal / perdón de castigo
Meaning
A temporary relief or delay from something unpleasant; to postpone or cancel punishment.
Example
The prisoner was granted a last-minute reprieve from execution.
El prisionero recibió un perdón de último minuto de la ejecución.
C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpriːz/

reprise

repetición
Meaning
A repetition or return to an earlier theme, role, or action.
Example
The actor reprised his role in the sequel.
El actor repitió su papel en la secuela.
C1 noun /rɪˈtriː.vəl/

retrieval

recuperación
Meaning
The process of getting something back, especially from storage or memory.
Example
The brain's retrieval system helps recall past experiences.
El sistema de recuperación del cerebro ayuda a recordar experiencias pasadas.
C1 verb /rɪˈpiːl/

repeal

derogar
Meaning
To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.
Example
The government decided to repeal the outdated law.
El gobierno decidió derogar la ley obsoleta.
C1 noun /ˈrɒndɪvuː/

rendezvous

encuentro
Meaning
a meeting or appointment at an agreed time and place
Example
They arranged a secret rendezvous at the café.
Arreglaron un encuentro secreto en el café.
C1 adjective /ræpt/

Rapt

absorto
Meaning
completely fascinated or absorbed by what one is seeing or hearing
Example
The children listened with rapt attention to the storyteller.
Los niños escucharon con atención absorta al cuentacuentos.
C1 verb rɪˈlɪŋ.kwɪʃ

relinquish

renunciar
Meaning
To give up any authority, responsibility, or property.
Example
He decided to relinquish his position as CEO.
Él decidió renunciar a su puesto como CEO.
C1 noun /ˌres.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Recitation

recitación
Meaning
the action of reciting or repeating aloud from memory
Example
The poetry recitation contest was held in the auditorium.
El concurso de recitación de poesía se llevó a cabo en el auditorio.
C1 adjective rɪˈlɛntləs

relentless

implacable
Meaning
Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.
Example
The freedom fighters' relentless struggle led to victory.
La lucha implacable de los luchadores por la libertad condujo a la victoria.
C1 verb /ˈrævɪdʒ/

ravage

devastar
Meaning
to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction
Example
The hurricane ravaged the coastal villages.
El huracán devastó las aldeas costeras.
C1 noun ˈrəʊvə

rover

rover
Meaning
A vehicle for driving over rough terrain, especially one driven by remote control over extraterrestrial terrain.
Example
The rover landed on Mars to begin its exploration.
El rover aterrizó en Marte para comenzar su exploración.
C1 verb /rɪˈkaʊnt/

recount

relatar
Meaning
to narrate or tell the details of an event or experience
Example
She recounted her adventures during the summer trip.
Ella relató sus aventuras durante el viaje de verano.
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.
C1 verb /riːl/

reel

tropezar / enrollar
Meaning
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
Example
He reeled backward after being punched.
Se tropezó hacia atrás después de ser golpeado.
C1 noun ˈremnənts

remnants

restos
Meaning
A small remaining quantity of something; a surviving trace.
Example
The remnants of the wall are still visible.
Los restos de la pared aún son visibles.
C1 noun /ˈrɪdəns/

riddance

liberación
Meaning
The action of getting rid of something unwanted or unpleasant.
Example
His departure was considered a welcome riddance by the team.
Su partida fue considerada una bienvenida liberación por el equipo.
C1 adjective /ˈriːɡəl/

regal

real
Meaning
Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.
Example
The queen entered the hall with a regal presence.
La reina entró al salón con una presencia real.
C1 verb /rɪˈtɑːrd/

retard

retrasar / ralentizar
Meaning
to delay or slow down the progress of something
Example
Lack of funds may retard the development of the project.
La falta de fondos puede retrasar el desarrollo del proyecto.
C1 noun, adjective /ˈrɛvərənd/

reverend

reverendo, honorable
Meaning
A title of respect used for members of the clergy; deserving deep respect.
Example
The Reverend gave an inspiring sermon at the church.
El reverendo dio un sermón inspirador en la iglesia.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd/

Reputed

reputado; famoso
Meaning
generally said or believed to be; having a particular reputation
Example
He is reputed to be one of the best doctors in the country.
Se le considera uno de los mejores médicos del país.
C1 noun /riˈæktənt/

reactant

reactante
Meaning
A substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.
Example
Oxygen is a reactant in the process of combustion.
El oxígeno es un reactante en el proceso de combustión.
C1 noun /rɪˈbʌtəl/

rebuttal

refutación
Meaning
a statement or argument made to oppose or disprove another
Example
Her rebuttal was clear and convincing.
Su refutación fue clara y convincente.
C1 noun /ˈrɒstrəm/

rostrum

estrado
Meaning
A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.
Example
The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum.
El político dio un discurso desde el estrado.
C1 adjective /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/

Righteous

recto; justo; virtuoso
Meaning
morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles
Example
She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.
Ella sintió ira justa por el trato injusto hacia los trabajadores.
C1 noun /ˈruːbrɪk/

rubric

rubrica / directriz
Meaning
A set of instructions, rules, or a heading in a document, often used for grading criteria.
Example
The teacher provided a grading rubric for the assignment.
El maestro proporcionó una rúbrica de calificación para la tarea.
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.
C1 noun /ˈrɛ.trəʊ.fɪt.ɪŋ/

retrofitting

la adición de nueva tecnología a sistemas antiguos
Meaning
The addition of new technology or features to older systems.
Example
The building underwent retrofitting to meet new safety standards.
El edificio fue sometido a retrofitting para cumplir con los nuevos estándares de seguridad.
C1 adjective /rɪˈɡrɛtfəl/

regretful

arrepentido
Meaning
feeling or showing sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done
Example
She gave him a regretful smile as she turned away.
Ella le dio una sonrisa arrepentida mientras se alejaba.
C1 adjective /ˈroʊtəri/

rotary

rotatorio
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.
Example
The machine uses a rotary engine to function efficiently.
La máquina usa un motor rotatorio para funcionar eficientemente.
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.
C1 adjective rɪsk-ədˈʤɛstɪd

risk-adjusted

ajustado al riesgo
Meaning
Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.
Example
Risk-adjusted returns consider both potential profit and loss.
Las rentas ajustadas al riesgo consideran tanto el beneficio potencial como la pérdida.
C1 verb /ˈrɪvɪt/

rivet

asegurar con remache / captar la atención
Meaning
to fasten or secure with a rivet; to hold someone’s attention firmly
Example
The craftsman riveted the metal plates together.
El artesano riveteó las placas de metal juntas.
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.kɪʃ/

Rakish

despreocupado
Meaning
having a dashing, jaunty, or slightly disreputable quality or appearance
Example
He wore his hat at a rakish angle that gave him a charming appearance.
Él llevaba su sombrero en un ángulo despreocupado que le daba una apariencia encantadora.
C1 noun /rʌsk/

Rusk

bizcocho seco; pan tostado
Meaning
a hard, dry biscuit or twice-baked bread; a type of crisp, sweet biscuit
Example
The baby enjoyed eating the soft rusk with milk.
El bebé disfrutó comer el rusk suave con leche.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈmɒdəl/

remodel

remodelar
Meaning
To change the structure or form of something, especially a building.
Example
They decided to remodel their kitchen last summer.
Ellos decidieron remodelar su cocina el verano pasado.
C1 noun /rɪˈkɜr.əns/

Recurrence

recurrencia
Meaning
the fact of something happening again; an instance of something happening again
Example
The doctor was concerned about the recurrence of the patient's symptoms.
El doctor estaba preocupado por la recurrencia de los síntomas del paciente.
C1 verb /ˈrætɪfaɪ/

ratify

ratificar
Meaning
to approve or confirm something officially, usually by law or formal consent
Example
The government ratified the trade agreement.
El gobierno ratificó el acuerdo comercial.
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.
C1 noun /rɪˈsaɪtər/

reciter

recitador
Meaning
a person who recites or repeats something aloud from memory, especially poetry, prayers, or formal texts
Example
The reciter delivered the poem with clarity and emotion.
El recitador presentó el poema con claridad y emoción.
C1 verb /ˈrɛlɪɡeɪt/

relegate

relegar
Meaning
to assign to a lower rank, position, or category
Example
The manager decided to relegate the player to the bench.
El gerente decidió relegar al jugador al banco.
C1 noun /ˈrʌmpəs/

Rumpus

alboroto; ruido; escándalo
Meaning
a noisy disturbance; an uproar or commotion
Example
The children caused quite a rumpus in the playground.
Los niños causaron bastante alboroto en el patio de recreo.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

reconstituir
Meaning
to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble
Example
The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.
El grupo fue reconstituido después de que el líder regresó.
C1 noun /ˈrɛtrəsˌpɛkt/

retrospect

retroceso
Meaning
the act of looking back on or reviewing past events
Example
In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise.
En retrospectiva, la decisión parecía imprudente.
C1 noun /ruːz/

Ruse

artimaña; truco
Meaning
an action intended to deceive someone; a trick or stratagem
Example
The thief used a clever ruse to distract the guard.
El ladrón usó una artimaña astuta para distraer al guardia.
C1 noun ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

restructuring

reestructuración
Meaning
The action of organizing something differently.
Example
The company underwent restructuring to improve efficiency.
La compañía pasó por un proceso de reestructuración para mejorar la eficiencia.
C1 noun /ˈriːpər/

reaper

una persona o máquina que corta y recoge cultivos
Meaning
a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops
Example
The reaper moved slowly through the golden fields.
El ríper se movió lentamente a través de los campos dorados.
C1 noun /rəˈpɪdəti/

rapidity

rapidez
Meaning
The quality of moving or happening quickly; swiftness or speed.
Example
The rapidity of technological change is astonishing.
La rapidez del cambio tecnológico es asombroso.
C1 noun /rɪˈmɪt.əns/

Remittance

remesa
Meaning
A sum of money sent in payment or as a gift.
Example
The country's economy benefits from expatriate remittance.
La economía del país se beneficia de las remesas de los expatriados.
C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

reaccionario
Meaning
Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.
Example
The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.
El grupo adoptó una postura reaccionaria contra las nuevas políticas.
C1 noun ˈrɔɪəl ˈbɛŋɡəl ˈtaɪɡər

Royal Bengal Tiger

Tigre Real de Bengala
Meaning
A subspecies of tiger found primarily in India and Bangladesh, known for its distinctive orange coat with black stripes.
Example
The Royal Bengal Tiger is an iconic species of the Sundarbans.
El Tigre Real de Bengala es una especie icónica de los Sundarbans.
C1 verb /riːˈkæptʃər/

recapture

recapturar
Meaning
To take back or regain possession of something.
Example
The army managed to recapture the lost territory.
El ejército logró recapturar el territorio perdido.
C1 verb /ˈreɪdieɪt/

radiate

irradiar
Meaning
to emit energy or light; to spread out from a center
Example
The fireplace radiates warmth throughout the room.
La chimenea irradia calor por toda la habitación.
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.
C1 noun /ˈrep.lɪ.kə/

Replica

réplica
Meaning
an exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
Example
The museum displayed a perfect replica of the ancient statue.
El museo exhibió una réplica perfecta de la estatua antigua.