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B1 noun /θʌm/

Thumb

dedo del pie
Meaning
the short thick finger of the human hand
Example
She gave me a thumbs up to show her approval.
Ella me dio el dedo pulgar arriba para mostrar su aprobación.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

reflexivo
Meaning
showing careful consideration or attention
Example
She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.
Ella dio una respuesta reflexiva a cada pregunta que se le hizo.
C1 adjective /ˈtɪklɪʃ/

ticklish

cosquilloso, sensible
Meaning
easily made to laugh by being touched lightly; easily upset or sensitive
Example
She is very ticklish and bursts into laughter when touched on her feet.
Ella es muy cosquillosa y se echa a reír cuando la tocan en los pies.
B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

hacer cosquillas
Meaning
to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please
Example
The feather tickles when it touches your skin.
La pluma hace cosquillas cuando toca tu piel.
C2 noun /ˈtrɛntʃərmən/

trencherman

tragón
Meaning
a person who eats in a hearty or robust manner; a big eater
Example
The trencherman devoured the feast with great enthusiasm.
El tragón devoró el banquete con gran entusiasmo.
A1 adjective /ˈθɜrti/

thirty

treinta
Meaning
equivalent to the number 30
Example
He is thirty years old.
Él tiene treinta años.
B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

contribuyente
Meaning
a person who pays tax to the government
Example
The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.
El dinero de los contribuyentes se usa para financiar los servicios públicos.
A2 noun trʌst

trust

confianza
Meaning
Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something; confidence placed in a person by making that person the nominal owner of property.
Example
Building trust is essential for long-term relationships.
Construir confianza es esencial para relaciones a largo plazo.
C2 verb /trænzˈmjuːt/

transmute

transmutar
Meaning
to change in form, nature, or substance
Example
Alchemy aimed to transmute lead into gold.
La alquimia intentaba transmutar el plomo en oro.
B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

tropa
Meaning
a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit
Example
The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.
La tropa marchó en formación a través del campo de la parada.
B1 verb ˈtrænsfər

transfer

transferir
Meaning
To move from one place to another; to hand over.
Example
Power transfer was necessary.
La transferencia de energía era necesaria.
B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

muslo
Meaning
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
Example
He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.
Sintió dolor en su muslo derecho después de correr durante una hora.
A1 adverb /ðeər/

There

allí
Meaning
in or at that place; to that place
Example
I will meet you there at 5 PM.
Te veré allí a las 5 PM.
B2 verb /θɔː/

thaw

derretir
Meaning
to melt or cause to melt after being frozen
Example
The ice began to thaw in the sun.
El hielo comenzó a derretirse bajo el sol.
C2 verb /tæmp/

tamp

aplastar
Meaning
to press down tightly by packing
Example
He tamped the soil around the plant to secure it.
Él aplastó la tierra alrededor de la planta para asegurarlo.
C2 noun /ˈtʌmbrəl/

tumbrel

carreta
Meaning
A two-wheeled cart, especially one used during the French Revolution to carry prisoners to the guillotine.
Example
The prisoners were carried to the square in a wooden tumbrel.
Los prisioneros fueron llevados a la plaza en una carreta de madera.
C2 adjective /tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/

tendentious

tendencioso
Meaning
Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.
Example
The article was criticized for its tendentious tone.
El artículo fue criticado por su tono tendencioso.
A2 noun /trɪk/

Trick

truco; engaño; astucia;
Meaning
a cunning act intended to deceive; a skillful action performed for entertainment
Example
The magician performed an amazing card trick that fooled everyone.
El mago realizó un increíble truco de cartas que engañó a todos.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.nɪp/

Turnip

nabo
Meaning
a round root vegetable with white or purple skin and white flesh
Example
We grew turnips in our vegetable garden.
Cultivamos nabos en nuestro jardín de vegetales.
B1 noun /tɑːsk/

task

tarea
Meaning
a piece of work or duty to be done
Example
He completed the task before the deadline.
Él completó la tarea antes de la fecha límite.
A1 verb /treɪn/

Train

entrenar
Meaning
to teach skills or prepare for a specific activity
Example
Athletes train hard for the Olympics.
Los atletas entrenan duro para los Juegos Olímpicos.
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.
C1 noun /twɪndʒ/

twinge

dolor agudo
Meaning
a sudden, sharp pain or an emotional pang
Example
He felt a twinge of guilt after lying to his friend.
Sintió un dolor agudo de culpa después de mentirle a su amigo.
C1 verb /ˈtæn.tə.laɪz/

tantalize

tentación
Meaning
To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.
Example
The aroma of the bakery tantalized the hungry children.
El aroma de la panadería tentó a los niños hambrientos.
C1 noun /θiˈɒlədʒi/

theology

teología
Meaning
The study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.
Example
She is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.
Ella está cursando una carrera en teología en la universidad.
B1 noun, verb /toʊn/

tone

tono
Meaning
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
Example
The tone of the letter was very formal.
El tono de la carta era muy formal.
C1 noun /təˈræntjʊlə/

tarantula

tarántula
Meaning
A large hairy spider found in warm regions.
Example
The tarantula crawled across the desert floor.
La tarántula se arrastraba por el suelo del desierto.
C1 verb /ˈtɪŋkər/

tinker

ajustar
Meaning
to make small adjustments or repairs to something, often experimentally or imperfectly
Example
He likes to tinker with old radios in his garage.
A él le gusta ajustar radios viejos en su garaje.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.nə.mənt

tournament

torneo
Meaning
A series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for an overall prize.
Example
The tournament showcased exceptional talent.
El torneo mostró un talento excepcional.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪb.jə.ter.i/

Tributary

afluente
Meaning
a river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake
Example
The tributary joins the main river near the city.
El afluente se une al río principal cerca de la ciudad.
A1 noun /taʊn/

town

pueblo
Meaning
a human settlement smaller than a city
Example
The town was quiet on Sundays.
El pueblo estaba tranquilo los domingos.
C1 noun /ˈtɒr.ənt/

Torrent

corriente fuerte; torrente
Meaning
a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid; a sudden, violent, and copious outpouring
Example
The heavy rain created a torrent of water rushing down the mountain.
La fuerte lluvia creó un torrente de agua bajando por la montaña.
B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

toque de tierra
Meaning
the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football
Example
The plane made a smooth touchdown.
El avión realizó un toque de tierra suave.
C1 noun /ˈtɪrəni/

tyranny

tiranía
Meaning
Cruel and oppressive government or rule by a tyrant.
Example
The people revolted against the tyranny of their ruler.
La gente se rebeló contra la tiranía de su gobernante.
B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

pañuelo
Meaning
a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric
Example
She used a tissue to wipe her nose.
Ella usó un pañuelo para limpiarse la nariz.
B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

tulipán
Meaning
a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals
Example
The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.
El tulipán rojo floreció hermosamente en el jardín.
B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

terrorista
Meaning
a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
Example
The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.
El terrorista fue arrestado por la policía después del ataque.
B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

transparente
Meaning
allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open
Example
The company maintains transparent business practices.
La empresa mantiene prácticas comerciales transparentes.
C1 noun /təˈlɛpəθi/

telepathy

telepatía
Meaning
the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses
Example
The twins claimed to share telepathy with each other.
Los gemelos afirmaron compartir telepatía entre sí.
B2 noun /təˈreɪn/

terrain

terreno
Meaning
a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features
Example
The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission.
Los soldados tuvieron que cruzar un terreno difícil durante la misión.
C1 noun /ˈtɛnəmənt/

tenement

inmueble de alquiler
Meaning
a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition
Example
The family lived in a crowded tenement in the city.
La familia vivió en un tenement atestado en la ciudad.
A2 noun /ˈtiːneɪdʒər/

teenager

adolescente
Meaning
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
Example
Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends.
Los adolescentes a menudo disfrutan pasar el rato con amigos.
C2 adjective /ˈtaɪmwɔːrn/

timeworn

desgastado por el tiempo
Meaning
Worn or impaired by age; old and used many times.
Example
The timeworn house carried a sense of history and nostalgia.
La casa desgastada por el tiempo llevaba una sensación de historia y nostalgia.
C1 noun /twɪt/

Twit

tonto; burlarse
Meaning
a silly or foolish person; to tease or make fun of someone
Example
Don't be such a twit and listen carefully.
No seas tan tonto y escucha cuidadosamente.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/

trinket

adorno pequeño
Meaning
a small ornament or piece of jewelry that is not expensive
Example
She bought a little trinket from the beach market as a souvenir.
Compró un pequeño adorno en el mercado de la playa como recuerdo.
A2 noun /tjuːb/

tube

tubo
Meaning
a hollow cylinder used to convey something, typically fluid
Example
He used a tube to measure the liquid.
Usó un tubo para medir el líquido.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒlərənt/

tolerant

tolerante
Meaning
Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one dislikes or disagrees with.
Example
He is very tolerant of other people's beliefs.
Él es muy tolerante con las creencias de los demás.
B1 noun /ˈtaɪmɪŋ/

timing

momento adecuado
Meaning
the choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done
Example
Good timing is essential in business negotiations.
Un buen momento es esencial en las negociaciones comerciales.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

torso
Meaning
The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.
Example
The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.
El artista pintó el torso del modelo con gran detalle.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

confiable
Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
Él es un amigo digno de confianza que siempre cumple sus promesas.
C1 adjective /tɔːt/

taut

tenso
Meaning
stretched or pulled tight; tense
Example
The rope was pulled taut between the two poles.
La cuerda estaba tensa entre los dos postes.
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrbjələnt/

turbulent

turbulento
Meaning
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
Example
The country went through a turbulent period of political change.
El país pasó por un período turbulento de cambio político.
B1 noun /tʃuˈɪʃ.ən/

tuition

matrícula
Meaning
the fee for instruction or teaching, typically at a school or university
Example
The tuition for the college has increased this year.
La matrícula de la universidad ha aumentado este año.
C2 noun /θroʊz/

throes

dolor intenso
Meaning
intense or violent pain and struggle, often at the beginning or end of something
Example
The country was in the throes of a political crisis.
El país estaba en el dolor intenso de una crisis política.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

comercio
Meaning
the act or business of buying and selling goods or services
Example
She made a fortune through online trading.
Ella hizo una fortuna a través del comercio en línea.
C2 verb /trəˈdjuːs/

traduce

difamar
Meaning
To speak badly of someone or tell lies to damage their reputation.
Example
He was furious when he found out that his rivals had traduced him.
Estaba furioso cuando descubrió que sus rivales lo habían difamado.
C1 verb /ˈtrɪkl̩/

trickle

gotear
Meaning
To flow or fall in a small, slow stream or drops.
Example
Water began to trickle down the wall after the heavy rain.
Después de la lluvia intensa, el agua comenzó a gotear por la pared.
C2 noun /tʊˈriːn/

tureen

tureen
Meaning
A large deep dish with a cover, used for serving soups or stews.
Example
She brought the hot soup to the table in a silver tureen.
Ella trajo la sopa caliente a la mesa en una tureen plateada.
A2 noun /ˈtrævələr/

traveller

viajero
Meaning
A person who is on a journey or frequently travels to different places.
Example
The traveller set out early in the morning to explore new lands.
El viajero salió temprano por la mañana para explorar nuevas tierras.
B1 noun /træp/

Trap

trampa
Meaning
a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, or a situation from which it is difficult to escape
Example
The mouse was caught in the trap overnight.
El ratón fue atrapado en la trampa durante la noche.
A2 noun /ˈtæk.si kæb/

Taxi cab

taxi
Meaning
A car that carries passengers for a fare, usually in cities
Example
We took a taxi cab to the restaurant.
Tomamos un taxi al restaurante.
A2 adjective /ˈtaɪərɪŋ/

tiring

agotador
Meaning
causing someone to feel exhausted or in need of rest
Example
The long journey was extremely tiring.
El largo viaje fue extremadamente agotador.
C1 noun/verb /tɔːrˈpiːdoʊ/

torpedo

torpedo
Meaning
A self-propelled underwater missile; to attack or destroy something suddenly and forcefully.
Example
The submarine launched a torpedo at the enemy ship.
El submarino lanzó un torpedo al barco enemigo.
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

avance tecnológico
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
El avance tecnológico está revolucionando la atención sanitaria.
A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

pensamientos
Meaning
An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.
Example
Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.
Enfoca tus pensamientos en resultados positivos.
C2 adjective /ˈtɔːdri/

tawdry

barato y llamativo pero de mala calidad
Meaning
cheap and showy but of poor quality
Example
She wore a tawdry necklace that broke easily.
Ella llevaba un collar barato y llamativo que se rompió fácilmente.
C2 verb /θrɛʃ/

thresh

trillar
Meaning
to separate grain from the plant by beating or by using a machine
Example
Farmers used machines to thresh the wheat after harvest.
Los agricultores usaron máquinas para trillar el trigo después de la cosecha.
C2 adjective /ˈtɛnɪbrəs/

tenebrous

tenebroso
Meaning
dark, shadowy, or obscure
Example
The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds.
La cueva estaba húmeda y tenebrosa, llena de ruidos extraños.
C2 noun /θiˈɒsəfi/

theosophy

teosofía
Meaning
A religious or philosophical belief system that seeks direct knowledge of the mysteries of life and the divine.
Example
Theosophy attracted people interested in mysticism and spiritual growth.
La teosofía atrajo a personas interesadas en el misticismo y el crecimiento espiritual.
C2 noun /traɪst/

tryst

encuentro secreto
Meaning
a private romantic meeting between lovers
Example
They arranged a secret tryst in the park.
Arreglaron un encuentro secreto en el parque.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

trilogía
Meaning
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
Example
The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.
El director finalmente lanzó la tercera película para completar la trilogía de ciencia ficción.
A1 noun /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/

tuesday

martes
Meaning
The second day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.
Example
We have a meeting scheduled for Tuesday.
Tenemos una reunión programada para el martes.
C1 noun /ˈtɜːrbjələns/

turbulence

turbulencia
Meaning
Violent or unsteady movement of air, water, or some other fluid; disorder or conflict.
Example
The plane experienced severe turbulence during the flight.
El avión experimentó una turbulencia severa durante el vuelo.
A2 verb /taɪp/

type

teclear
Meaning
to write using a keyboard or typewriter
Example
She can type very fast on the computer.
Ella puede escribir muy rápido en la computadora.
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.
B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

tendencia
Meaning
an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior
Example
She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.
Ella tiene tendencia a llegar tarde a las reuniones.
B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

territorial
Meaning
Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.
Example
The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.
Los dos países tuvieron una disputa territorial sobre la isla.
B2 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

transacción
Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
Cada transacción en línea se registra con fines de seguridad.
B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

inquilino
Meaning
a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else
Example
The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.
El arrendador se reunió con el nuevo inquilino para firmar el contrato de arrendamiento.
C2 adjective /trænzˈæl.paɪn/

transalpine

más allá de los Alpes
Meaning
situated beyond or across the Alps, especially from the viewpoint of Italy
Example
The Romans referred to France as Transalpine Gaul.
Los romanos se referían a Francia como la Galia Transalpina.
A2 adjective /ˈtiːnˌeɪdʒ/

teenage

adolescente
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of people aged between 13 and 19 years old
Example
She spent her teenage years in a small town.
Pasó sus años de adolescencia en un pequeño pueblo.
C1 noun /ˈtʌɡboʊt/

tugboat

remolcador
Meaning
a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships
Example
The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor.
El remolcador guió el enorme barco de forma segura hacia el puerto.
B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

trucha
Meaning
a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters
Example
Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.
La trucha arcoíris es popular entre los pescadores deportivos.
B2 adjective /θiˈætrɪkl/

theatrical

teatral
Meaning
Relating to the theater or exaggerated and dramatic in behavior or style.
Example
Her theatrical performance won the audience's applause.
Su actuación teatral obtuvo el aplauso del público.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərd/

tempered

templado
Meaning
having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.
Example
She gave a tempered response to the criticism.
Ella dio una respuesta templada a las críticas.
C1 noun /ˈtʌrɪt/

turret

torre pequeña en la cima de una torre o edificio más grande
Meaning
A small tower on top of a larger tower or building, often used in castles or fortifications.
Example
The castle was guarded by soldiers stationed in the turret.
El castillo estaba custodiado por soldados apostados en la torre.
B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

sendero
Meaning
a path or track left by something that has passed
Example
The hikers followed the trail through the forest.
Los excursionistas siguieron el sendero a través del bosque.
C2 noun /ˈtæksɪˌdɜːrmi/

taxidermy

taxidermia
Meaning
The art of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals for display.
Example
The museum had a large collection of taxidermy animals.
El museo tenía una gran colección de animales disecados.
C2 verb /trænsˈfɪɡjʊər/

transfigure

transformar
Meaning
To transform the outward appearance or form, often in a way that elevates or glorifies.
Example
The artist managed to transfigure simple clay into a beautiful sculpture.
El artista logró transformar el barro simple en una hermosa escultura.
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.
C1 noun/verb /θrɒŋ/

throng

multitud
Meaning
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals; to fill or be present in a place in large numbers.
Example
Tourists thronged the streets during the festival.
Los turistas abarrotaron las calles durante el festival.
C2 noun ˈtræn.zi.əns

transience

transitoriedad
Meaning
The state or fact of lasting only for a short time; impermanence.
Example
The transience of youth makes it more precious.
La transitoriedad de la juventud la hace más preciosa.
C1 adjective /ˈtæti/

tatty

desgastado
Meaning
Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.
Example
The sofa looked old and tatty after years of use.
El sofá se veía viejo y desgastado después de años de uso.
B1 verb /ter/

tear

romper
Meaning
to pull apart or damage by force; to rip
Example
Be careful not to tear the paper.
Ten cuidado de no romper el papel.
A1 pronoun /ðiːz/

these

estos
Meaning
used to refer to things or people that are near or present
Example
These are my friends.
Estos son mis amigos.
C1 noun /ˈtæbloʊ/

tableau

tablao
Meaning
a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art
Example
The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play.
Los actores se congelaron en un tablao que capturó el momento final de la obra.
B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

aprendiz; pasante
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
El aprendiz médico trabajó largas horas para adquirir experiencia práctica.
B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

ternura
Meaning
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
Example
The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.
La madre mostró gran ternura al cuidar a su hijo enfermo.
C1 adverb /ˌðɛrəˈbaʊt/

thereabout

aproximadamente
Meaning
Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.
Example
The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout.
Las reparaciones costarán quinientos dólares o alrededor de eso.
C2 adjective ˈtɛnsaɪl

tensile

tensil
Meaning
Relating to tension; capable of being stretched.
Example
The tensile strength of the material is crucial for the construction project.
La resistencia tensil del material es crucial para el proyecto de construcción.
C1 verb /trænˈzækt/

transact

realizar
Meaning
to conduct or carry out business, a deal, or activity
Example
Customers can transact their banking online.
Los clientes pueden realizar sus transacciones bancarias en línea.
C2 adjective /ˈtɜːrbɪd/

turbid

turbio
Meaning
Cloudy, opaque, or thick with suspended matter; confused or obscure in meaning.
Example
The river water became turbid after the heavy rains.
El agua del río se volvió turbia después de las fuertes lluvias.
B1 noun /tɔːrˈtiːə/

tortilla

tortilla
Meaning
A thin round flatbread made from corn or wheat, common in Mexican cuisine.
Example
She wrapped the vegetables in a warm tortilla.
Ella envolvió las verduras en una tortilla caliente.
C1 noun ˈθɜː.məl stres

thermal stress

estrés térmico
Meaning
Stress caused by excessive heat that affects plant growth and development.
Example
High thermal stress affects plant growth.
El estrés térmico afecta el crecimiento de las plantas.
C1 verb /ˈtræŋ.kwɪ.laɪz/

tranquilize

tranquilizar
Meaning
to make someone or something calm or less anxious, often by using drugs
Example
The veterinarian had to tranquilize the tiger before moving it.
El veterinario tuvo que tranquilizar al tigre antes de moverlo.
C1 verb /ˈtɑːrnɪʃ/

tarnish

embarrar
Meaning
To lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture; to damage reputation.
Example
The silver jewelry tarnished quickly when left in the open air.
La joyería de plata se embarró rápidamente cuando se dejó al aire libre.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

terminal, final, enfermedad terminal
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
Él esperó el autobús en la terminal central.
A2 preposition /tɪl/

till

hasta
Meaning
up to the time of; until
Example
She waited till midnight for his call.
Ella esperó hasta la medianoche por su llamada.
C1 noun /tækˈsɒnəmi/

taxonomy

ciencia de la clasificación
Meaning
The science or practice of classifying things, especially organisms.
Example
Modern taxonomy helps scientists organize and study biodiversity.
La taxonomía moderna ayuda a los científicos a organizar y estudiar la biodiversidad.
B1 verb /træk/

track

rastrear
Meaning
To follow or trace the course or progress of something.
Example
Someone can easily track your location on social media.
Alguien puede rastrear fácilmente tu ubicación en las redes sociales.
B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

madera
Meaning
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
Example
The house was built entirely from local timber.
La casa fue construida completamente con madera local.
B1 noun ˈtɑː.ɡɪt

target

objetivo
Meaning
An object, person, or place selected as the aim of an attack or focus of attention.
Example
Achieving energy targets is critical for global progress.
Lograr los objetivos de energía es crítico para el progreso global.
A1 verb /tɔːk/

talk

hablar
Meaning
to speak; to communicate by speaking; to discuss
Example
Let's talk about your future plans.
Hablemos sobre tus planes futuros.
C1 noun /ˈtɛknɪk/

technic

técnica
Meaning
A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.
Example
The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges.
La técnica del artista en acuarela impresionó a los jueces.
C2 adjective /ˈtrʌk.jʊ.lənt/

truculent

agresivo
Meaning
Eager or quick to argue, fight, or show aggression.
Example
She became truculent when her ideas were challenged.
Se volvió agresiva cuando desafiaron sus ideas.
C1 noun /ˌtɛstɪˈməʊnɪəlz/

testimonials

testimonios, cartas de recomendación
Meaning
Written or spoken statements of praise or recommendation from clients or customers.
Example
Positive testimonials can enhance a company's reputation.
Los testimonios positivos pueden mejorar la reputación de una empresa.
B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

umbral, límite
Meaning
A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.
Example
Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.
Una vez que se alcanza el umbral de la población de plagas, deben tomarse medidas.
B1 noun /trænzˈleɪtər/

translator

traductor
Meaning
a person or tool that converts words or text from one language into another
Example
The translator helped the tourists understand the guide.
El traductor ayudó a los turistas a entender la guía.
A2 noun /toʊ/

Toe

dedo del pie
Meaning
any of the five digits at the end of the human foot
Example
She stubbed her toe on the chair leg.
Ella se golpeó el dedo del pie con la pata de la silla.
B1 noun /tiːn/

teen

adolescente
Meaning
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
Example
He's a teenager who loves sports.
Él es un adolescente que ama los deportes.
B1 adjective /ˈtemptɪŋ/

Tempting

tentador
Meaning
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring
Example
The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window.
El pastel de chocolate parecía muy tentador en la ventana de la pastelería.