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B1 noun /tæŋk/

Tank

tanque
Meaning
a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track
Example
The tank rolled through the battlefield with powerful armor.
El tanque avanzó por el campo de batalla con armadura poderosa.
B1 noun /ˈproʊtiːn/

protein

proteína
Meaning
a molecule composed of amino acids essential for bodily functions
Example
Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
Las proteínas son esenciales para construir y reparar los tejidos del cuerpo.
B1 adjective ɪkˈstriːm

extreme

extremo
Meaning
Reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.
Example
Extreme weather patterns disrupt ecosystems.
Los patrones climáticos extremos interrumpen los ecosistemas.
B1 noun /ˈmæɡnət/

magnet

imán
Meaning
An object that produces a magnetic field and attracts metals like iron.
Example
The magnet held the paper to the fridge door.
El imán sujetó el papel a la puerta del refrigerador.
B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

energético; activo; lleno de energía
Meaning
having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy
Example
She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.
Ella es muy energética y le encantan las actividades al aire libre.
B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

cangrejo
Meaning
a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers
Example
The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.
El cangrejo se arrastró lateralmente por la arena.
B1 noun /ˈreɪn.boʊ/

Rainbow

arco iris
Meaning
an arch of colors formed in the sky by sunlight shining through rain
Example
After the storm, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.
Después de la tormenta, apareció un hermoso arco iris en el cielo.
B1 noun /ˈbɜː.nɪŋ/

burning

quemadura
Meaning
The process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (typically) smoke.
Example
Burning garbage exacerbates air pollution.
Quemar basura aumenta la contaminación del aire.
B1 verb /əˈʃʊr/

assure

asegurar
Meaning
to make someone feel certain or confident about something
Example
He assured her that everything would be fine.
Él le aseguró que todo estaría bien.
B1 noun /poʊl/

pole

poste
Meaning
a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material
Example
They placed the flag on top of the pole.
Colocaron la bandera en la parte superior del poste.
B1 noun freɪzɪz

phrases

frases
Meaning
A small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause.
Example
Learn common phrases for daily use.
Aprende frases comunes para el uso diario.
B1 noun /frʌˈstreɪʃən/

frustration

frustración
Meaning
The feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something.
Example
He felt deep frustration when his plans failed.
Sintió una profunda frustración cuando sus planes fracasaron.
B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/

committed

comprometido
Meaning
Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.
Example
She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.
Ella es una maestra comprometida que cuida profundamente a sus estudiantes.
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.
B1 noun trend

trend

tendencia
Meaning
A general direction in which something is developing or changing; a pattern or tendency.
Example
The current trend of deforestation is alarming.
La tendencia actual de la deforestación es alarmante.
B1 verb /ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/

emphasize

enfatizar
Meaning
to give special importance or attention to something
Example
The teacher emphasized the importance of homework.
El maestro enfatizó la importancia de la tarea.
B1 adjective ˈriː.dʒən.əl

regional

regional
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a region.
Example
Regional hubs support localized industries.
Los centros regionales apoyan a las industrias locales.
B1 noun /ˈvaɪ.ə.ləns/

Violence

violencia; brutalidad; intensidad extrema
Meaning
behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill; extreme force or intensity
Example
The government condemned all forms of violence against civilians.
El gobierno condenó todas las formas de violencia contra los civiles.
B1 adverb /prɪˈsaɪs.li/

precisely

precisamente
Meaning
In an exact and accurate manner, with attention to detail.
Example
The robotic arm performed the operation precisely.
El brazo robótico realizó la operación precisamente.
B1 noun /ˈɒbstəkəlz/

obstacles

obstáculos
Meaning
Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
Example
Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons.
Los obstáculos en la vida a menudo conducen a lecciones valiosas.
B1 noun /ɪnˈvɛstər/

investor

inversor
Meaning
a person or organization that puts money into financial schemes, property, or business ventures with the expectation of achieving a profit
Example
The investor funded the startup with a large sum of money.
El inversor financió la startup con una gran suma de dinero.
B1 noun/verb /ˈprɛʃər/

pressure

presión
Meaning
the force applied to something or the feeling of stress or tension
Example
The pressure of the situation made him nervous.
La presión de la situación lo hizo sentirse nervioso.
B1 noun /tæks/

tax

impuesto
Meaning
a compulsory contribution to state revenue, typically levied on income or sales
Example
The government increased the tax rate on luxury goods.
El gobierno aumentó la tasa del impuesto sobre los bienes de lujo.
B1 adjective /ˈvaɪə.lət/

Violet

color violeta
Meaning
of a bluish-purple color
Example
She wore a beautiful violet dress to the party.
Ella llevaba un hermoso vestido violeta a la fiesta.
B1 noun /ʌnˈhæp.i.nəs/

unhappiness

infelicidad
Meaning
the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction
Example
Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her.
Su constante infelicidad afectaba a todos a su alrededor.
B1 noun /ˈslɪpər/

Slipper

pantufla
Meaning
light, comfortable shoe without a back, worn indoors
Example
She put on her slippers before walking around the house.
Ella se puso sus pantuflas antes de caminar por la casa.
B1 verb /rɪd/

rid

eliminar
Meaning
to remove or get rid of something
Example
I need to rid the house of all the clutter.
Necesito deshacerme del desorden en la casa.
B1 noun /kɪt/

kit

conjunto de herramientas
Meaning
a set of tools, equipment, or materials used for a particular purpose
Example
He bought a first aid kit for emergencies.
Compró un botiquín de primeros auxilios para emergencias.
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

lucha
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
La lucha por la independencia unió a la nación.
B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

aceptable
Meaning
able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable
Example
Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.
Tu propuesta es aceptable para el comité.
B1 adverb /ˈsekəndli/

secondly

segundo
Meaning
Used to introduce the second point in a list of arguments or ideas.
Example
Firstly, we need funding; secondly, we need a strong team.
Primero, necesitamos financiación; segundo, necesitamos un equipo fuerte.
B1 verb /dɪˈzɜːrv/

deserve

merecer
Meaning
To be worthy of something, usually a reward or punishment.
Example
She worked hard and deserves recognition.
Ella trabajó duro y merece reconocimiento.
B1 noun /treɪd/

trade

comercio
Meaning
The action of buying and selling goods and services.
Example
Trade agreements foster economic development.
Los acuerdos comerciales fomentan el desarrollo económico.
B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

espectador
Meaning
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
Example
The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.
El espectador puede cambiar de canal con el control remoto.
B1 verb /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/

indicate

indicar
Meaning
to point out; to show or suggest; to be a sign of
Example
The red light indicates that you should stop.
La luz roja indica que debes parar.
B1 noun truː ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən

true education

educación verdadera
Meaning
Genuine learning that develops both mind and character.
Example
True education builds a noble and beautiful life.
La educación verdadera construye una vida noble y hermosa.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaɪnd/

Unkind

cruel; no amable
Meaning
cruel; not nice or caring toward others
Example
It was unkind of him to make fun of her appearance.
Fue cruel de su parte hacer burla de su apariencia.
B1 verb /skrætʃ/

scratch

felicidad
Meaning
to rub a surface or skin with something sharp or rough, often to relieve itching
Example
The cat scratched the door to be let in.
No pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B1 adverb /ˈbreɪv.li/

Bravely

valientemente
Meaning
in a way that shows courage and determination
Example
The firefighter bravely entered the burning building.
El bombero entró valientemente en el edificio en llamas.
B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

automático
Meaning
working by itself without direct human control
Example
This car has an automatic transmission.
Este coche tiene una transmisión automática.
B1 noun /ˈsiː.hɔːrs/

Sea-horse

caballo marino
Meaning
a small marine fish with segmented bony armor, an upright posture, and a curled prehensile tail
Example
The seahorse gracefully floated among the coral reefs.
El caballo marino flotó graciosamente entre los arrecifes de coral.
B1 noun /ˈfes.tə.vəl/

Festival

festival; fiesta;
Meaning
a day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons; an organized series of concerts, films, etc.
Example
The music festival attracted thousands of visitors from around the world.
El festival de música atrajo a miles de visitantes de todo el mundo.
B1 noun /ˈæmətər/

amateur

aficionado
Meaning
A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.
Example
The painting looked impressive, even though it was done by an amateur.
La pintura se veía impresionante, aunque fue hecha por un aficionado.
B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

músculo
Meaning
a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement
Example
Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.
El ejercicio regular ayuda a fortalecer tu músculo.
B1 noun /ˈpæsɪdʒ/

passage

pasaje/camino estrecho; fragmento/cita; proceso de moverse de un estado o lugar a otro
Meaning
a narrow way through or between; a section of text or music; the process of moving from one state or place to another
Example
The narrow passage led from the courtyard to the library.
El pasaje estrecho condujo del patio al biblioteca.
B1 noun /ˈpraɪ.və.si/

Privacy

privacidad
Meaning
the state of being alone and not watched or disturbed by other people; the right to keep your personal information secret
Example
Everyone has the right to privacy.
Todos tienen derecho a la privacidad.
B1 verb /klæp/

clap

aplaudir
Meaning
To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.
Example
The audience began to clap loudly after the performance.
El público comenzó a aplaudir fuertemente después de la actuación.
B1 noun /ˈflaʊər veɪs/

Flower-vase

jarrón de flores
Meaning
a decorative container used to hold cut flowers
Example
She placed beautiful roses in the flower vase on the table.
Ella colocó hermosas rosas en el florero sobre la mesa.
B1 noun /ɪmˈprɛʃən/

impression

impresión, concepto
Meaning
an idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone
Example
The book gave me a good first impression.
El libro me dio una buena primera impresión.
B1 noun /ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Emotion

emoción
Meaning
a strong feeling deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships
Example
Her face showed every emotion she was feeling inside.
Su rostro mostró cada emoción que sentía por dentro.
B1 verb /dɪˈpɛndɪŋ/

depending

dependiendo
Meaning
Being contingent on or influenced by something.
Example
The success of the plan is depending on the team's effort.
El éxito del plan depende del esfuerzo del equipo.
B1 noun /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/

voting

votación
Meaning
the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote
Example
Voting is an important part of a democratic society.
La votación es una parte importante de una sociedad democrática.
B1 noun /ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

gentleman

caballero
Meaning
a man who is polite, courteous, and honorable
Example
He opened the door for her like a true gentleman.
Él abrió la puerta para ella como un verdadero caballero.
B1 adjective /kənˈsɪdərəbl/

considerable

considerable
Meaning
large in amount, size, or importance
Example
The project required a considerable amount of time and money.
El proyecto requirió una cantidad considerable de tiempo y dinero.
B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

corriente
Meaning
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time
Example
The river current was too strong for swimming.
La corriente del río era demasiado fuerte para nadar.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

clima
Meaning
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.
Example
Climate change impacts all regions globally.
El cambio climático impacta todas las regiones a nivel mundial.
B1 noun /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Aeroplane

avión
Meaning
a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces
Example
The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway.
El avión despegó suavemente de la pista del aeropuerto.
B1 verb /ˈdɪfər/

differ

diferir
Meaning
to be unlike or distinct from something else
Example
Opinions differ on this issue.
Las opiniones difieren sobre este tema.
B1 noun /ˈwelˌbiː.ɪŋ/

well-being

bienestar
Meaning
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Example
Eye lubrication is crucial for overall well-being.
La lubricación ocular es crucial para el bienestar general.
B1 verb /siːk/

seek

buscar
Meaning
to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve
Example
He decided to seek advice from his mentor.
Decidió buscar consejo de su mentor.
B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkaʊt/

workout

ejercicio
Meaning
a session of physical exercise or training to improve fitness or health
Example
She does a full-body workout every morning before work.
Ella hace un entrenamiento de cuerpo completo todas las mañanas antes de trabajar.
B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/

citizenship

ciudadanía
Meaning
the status of being a recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties
Example
He applied for American citizenship after living there for ten years.
Solicitó la ciudadanía estadounidense después de vivir allí durante diez años.
B1 noun /twɪst/

Twist

giro; torcedura; vuelta;
Meaning
a turn, curve, or bend; an unexpected development; a dance
Example
The story had an unexpected twist at the end.
La historia tuvo un giro inesperado al final.
B1 noun /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Capital

capital; riqueza; fondos
Meaning
the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or assets
Example
Paris is the capital of France and also a major financial capital.
París es la capital de Francia y también un importante centro financiero.
B1 verb /ˈpʌblɪʃ/

publish

publicar
Meaning
to print and distribute books, magazines, etc.; to make information available
Example
The author will publish her new novel next month.
El autor publicará su nueva novela el próximo mes.
B1 noun ˈreɪn.fɒr.ɪst

rainforest

selva tropical
Meaning
A luxuriant, dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall.
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to millions of species.
La selva tropical del Amazonas es hogar de millones de especies.
B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

física
Meaning
the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them
Example
She decided to major in physics at the university.
Decidió especializarse en física en la universidad.
B1 adjective /ˈvɪʒuəl/

visual

visual
Meaning
Relating to seeing or sight.
Example
The movie was praised for its stunning visual effects.
La película fue elogiada por sus impresionantes efectos visuales.
B1 noun ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

initiative

iniciativa
Meaning
An act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something.
Example
NASA's initiative to return humans to the Moon is ambitious.
La iniciativa de la NASA para devolver a los humanos a la Luna es ambiciosa.
B1 noun roʊps

ropes

cuerdas
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
Las cuerdas estaban atadas firmemente para levantar la carga pesada.
B1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

disappoint

decepcionar
Meaning
to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone; to make someone feel sad or displeased
Example
I hope I won't disappoint you with my performance.
Espero que no te decepcione con mi rendimiento.
B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

real
Meaning
real and existing, not just imagined or supposed
Example
The actual cost was higher than expected.
El costo real fue más alto de lo esperado.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/

Childish

infantil; propio de un niño pero inapropiado para un adulto
Meaning
immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult
Example
His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing.
Su comportamiento infantil durante la reunión fue bastante embarazoso.
B1 noun /kraʊn/

Crown

corona
Meaning
a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
Example
The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.
La reina llevaba una magnífica corona durante la ceremonia de coronación.
B1 noun /səˈpɔːtər/

supporter

partidario
Meaning
a person who supports someone or something
Example
She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter.
Ella es una gran partidaria del refugio local de animales.
B1 noun /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/

motivation

motivación
Meaning
the reason or drive for acting or behaving in a particular way
Example
She lost her motivation to continue the project.
Ella perdió su motivación para continuar el proyecto.
B1 noun /ˈpʌblɪʃɪŋ/

publishing

publicación
Meaning
the business or activity of preparing and issuing books, journals, or other material for sale
Example
He works in the publishing industry as an editor.
Él trabaja en la industria editorial como editor.
B1 noun /ˈmɪlk.mæn/

Milkman

lechero
Meaning
a person who delivers milk to homes or businesses
Example
The milkman delivers fresh milk to our house every morning.
El lechero entrega leche fresca a nuestra casa todas las mañanas.
B1 noun /ˈpɑːrləmənt/

parliament

parlamento
Meaning
the highest legislative body in a country
Example
The bill was passed in parliament after a long debate.
El proyecto de ley fue aprobado en el parlamento después de un largo debate.
B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

nursing

enfermería
Meaning
the profession or practice of caring for the sick or injured
Example
She is studying nursing to become a healthcare professional.
Ella está estudiando enfermería para convertirse en una profesional de la salud.
B1 adjective, verb /əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

appropriate

apropiado / apropiarse de
Meaning
suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)
Example
Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.
Usar ropa formal fue apropiado para la ceremonia.
B1 adjective /ˈtwɛntiəθ/

twentieth

vigésimo
Meaning
coming after the nineteenth in order; being one of twenty equal parts.
Example
She was born on the twentieth of April.
Ella nació el vigésimo de abril.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.tent/

Content

satisfecho
Meaning
pleased and satisfied; the things that are contained in something; subject matter of a text
Example
She felt content with her simple life in the countryside.
Ella estaba contenta con su vida simple en el campo.
B1 noun /dʌst/

dust

polvo
Meaning
Fine particles of matter.
Example
Road dust is a major pollutant in urban areas.
El polvo en la carretera es un importante contaminante en las áreas urbanas.
B1 adverb /ˈbriːf.li/

Briefly

brevemente
Meaning
in a short and clear way; for a short time
Example
Please explain the problem briefly.
Por favor, explique el problema brevemente.
B1 noun /ˈɡaɪ.dəns/

Guidance

orientación; liderazgo; asesoramiento
Meaning
advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty; leadership or direction
Example
The teacher provided valuable guidance to help students choose their career paths.
El maestro proporcionó valiosa orientación para ayudar a los estudiantes a elegir sus trayectorias profesionales.
B1 verb /pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

participate

participar
Meaning
to take part in or become involved in an activity
Example
Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities.
Se anima a los estudiantes a participar en actividades extracurriculares.
B1 noun /əˈdʒen.də/

Agenda

agenda
Meaning
a list of items to be discussed at a meeting; a plan of action
Example
The meeting agenda includes budget discussions.
La agenda de la reunión incluye discusiones sobre el presupuesto.
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/

reporting

informes
Meaning
the act of giving news or information about something
Example
Good reporting is essential for public awareness.
Un buen informe es esencial para la conciencia pública.
B1 verb /ədˈmaɪər/

admire

admirar
Meaning
To respect, appreciate, or look up to someone or something.
Example
I really admire her dedication to education.
Realmente admiro su dedicación a la educación.
B1 noun /əˈkeɪ.ʒən/

Occasion

ocasión; evento especial
Meaning
a particular time or instance of an event; a special celebration
Example
Their wedding was a joyous occasion.
Su boda fue una ocasión alegre.
B1 noun /bɔɪl/

Boil

forúnculo; absceso
Meaning
a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected hair follicles
Example
The painful boil on his neck required medical treatment.
El doloroso forúnculo en su cuello requirió tratamiento médico.
B1 noun /skɑːrf/

Scarf

bufanda
Meaning
a length of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, protection, or fashion
Example
She wrapped a warm scarf around her neck in the cold weather.
Ella se envolvió el cuello con una bufanda cálida en el clima frío.
B1 noun /ˈwiːltʃeər/

wheelchair

silla de ruedas
Meaning
a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all
Example
The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient.
El hospital proporcionó una silla de ruedas para el paciente herido.
B1 noun /leɪn/

lane

camino
Meaning
a narrow road or path, often in the countryside or for specific traffic
Example
They walked down a quiet country lane.
Ellos caminaron por un tranquilo camino rural.
B1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/

centimeter

centímetro
Meaning
A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Example
The table is 120 centimeters long.
La mesa mide 120 centímetros de largo.
B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

inteligencia artificial
Meaning
The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.
Example
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.
La inteligencia artificial está revolucionando la educación a través de la tutoría inteligente.
B1 noun /ˈkɪŋdəm/

Kingdom

reino
Meaning
a country or territory ruled by a king or queen
Example
The kingdom was known for its rich culture and traditions.
El reino era conocido por su rica cultura y tradiciones.
B1 verb /pɔːz/

Pause

pausar
Meaning
to stop temporarily; to take a break in activity or speech
Example
Please pause the video while I take notes.
Por favor, pausa el video mientras tomo notas.
B1 noun /weɪdʒ/

Wage

salario; sueldo;
Meaning
money paid to someone for work, especially for work done by the hour or day
Example
The company increased the minimum wage for all workers.
La empresa aumentó el salario mínimo para todos los trabajadores.
B1 verb /ɪnˈvɑːlv/

involve

involucrar
Meaning
to include as a necessary part, or to engage someone in an activity
Example
The project will involve several departments working together.
El proyecto involucrará varios departamentos trabajando juntos.
B1 noun /ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/

preparation

preparación
Meaning
The act of getting ready or making arrangements for something.
Example
The team made careful preparation for the presentation.
El equipo hizo una preparación cuidadosa para la presentación.
B1 adjective /kənˈviː.ni.ənt/

Convenient

conveniente; adecuado; práctico;
Meaning
fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans; suitable and practical
Example
The new shopping mall is very convenient for our family.
El nuevo centro comercial es muy conveniente para nuestra familia.
B1 adjective /əˈbiː.di.ənt/

Obedient

obediente
Meaning
willing to comply with orders or instructions; submissive
Example
The obedient student always follows the teacher's instructions.
El estudiante obediente siempre sigue las instrucciones del profesor.
B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

acantilado
Meaning
a high, steep face of rock or earth
Example
The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.
Las olas chocaron contra la base del acantilado.
B1 noun /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

contribution

contribución
Meaning
A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.
Example
His contribution to the project was vital.
Su contribución al proyecto fue vital.
B1 noun /ˈɛlɪmənt/

element

elemento
Meaning
A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.
Example
Trust is a key element of any strong relationship.
La confianza es un elemento clave de cualquier relación fuerte.
B1 adverb /ˈʃɔːt.li/

Shortly

pronto; en breve; brevemente
Meaning
soon; in a short time; briefly
Example
The meeting will begin shortly.
La reunión comenzará pronto.
B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

científico
Meaning
Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.
Example
Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.
Los descubrimientos científicos siguen dando forma a nuestra comprensión del mundo.
B1 noun /baɪˈɒlədʒi/

biology

biología
Meaning
The scientific study of living organisms.
Example
Biology explains how plants and animals function.
La biología explica cómo funcionan las plantas y los animales.
B1 noun /ˈpɪ.ti/

Pity

piedad; simpatía;
Meaning
a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone's misfortune; something that causes regret or disappointment
Example
I felt pity for the homeless man in the rain.
Sentí piedad por el hombre sin hogar bajo la lluvia.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

característica
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
La amabilidad es una característica del verdadero liderazgo.
B1 adjective /ˌwel bɪˈheɪvd/

Well-behaved

bien educado
Meaning
conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners
Example
The children were well-behaved during the ceremony.
Los niños se comportaron bien durante la ceremonia.
B1 noun /ˈɛnvəloʊp/

envelope

sobre
Meaning
a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document
Example
She sealed the letter in an envelope and posted it.
Ella selló la carta en un sobre y lo envió.
B1 noun ˌdemənˈstreɪʃənz

demonstrations

manifestaciones
Meaning
The action or process of showing the existence or truth of something by giving proof or evidence.
Example
Demonstrations occurred on March 11.
Las manifestaciones ocurrieron el 11 de marzo.
B1 adjective /ədˈvænst/

advanced

avanzado
Meaning
highly developed or complex
Example
He is studying an advanced level of mathematics.
Él está estudiando un nivel avanzado de matemáticas.
B1 noun zəʊn

zone

zona
Meaning
An area or stretch of land having a particular characteristic, purpose, or use, or subject to particular restrictions.
Example
Industrial zones attract investments.
Las zonas industriales atraen inversiones.
B1 adjective /ˈtrɪki/

Tricky

difícil; astuto; engañoso
Meaning
requiring skill or careful handling; difficult to deal with
Example
This math problem is quite tricky to solve.
Este problema de matemáticas es bastante complicado de resolver.
B1 noun, verb /ˈɛksˌreɪ/

x-ray

radiografía; rayos X
Meaning
a form of electromagnetic radiation used to see inside objects or the human body; to examine or scan using X-rays
Example
The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for a broken bone.
El médico pidió una radiografía para revisar el hueso.
B1 noun /ˈvæk.juːm/

vacuum

vacío
Meaning
A space entirely devoid of matter; an absence of atmosphere or content.
Example
The scientist created a vacuum chamber for the experiment.
El científico creó una cámara de vacío para el experimento.
B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

instruction

instrucción
Meaning
Detailed information telling how something should be done or operated.
Example
Please read the instruction carefully before using the machine.
Por favor, lea la instrucción cuidadosamente antes de usar la máquina.