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B1 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

typical

relacionado con las características comunes de un tipo particular de persona o cosa
Meaning
having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing
Example
It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.
Era un día típico de verano, caluroso y húmedo.
C1 noun/verb /ˈtʌtʃ.ʌp/

touch-up

corrección o mejora pequeña
Meaning
Small corrections or improvements made to something.
Example
The artist gave a quick touch-up to the painting.
El artista hizo un toque rápido en la pintura.
B1 verb /taɪmd/

timed

cronometrear
Meaning
to measure or record the duration or speed of something
Example
He timed the race with a stopwatch.
Él cronometró la carrera con un cronómetro.
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 noun ট্রোপোস্ফিয়ার

troposphere

troposfera
Meaning
The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather phenomena occur.
Example
The troposphere is where weather phenomena occur.
La troposfera es donde ocurren los fenómenos meteorológicos.
C1 adjective /tɛk ˈdrɪv.ən/

tech-driven

impulsado por la tecnología
Meaning
Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.
Example
The agricultural sector is becoming more tech-driven for higher efficiency.
El sector agrícola está volviéndose más impulsado por la tecnología para una mayor eficiencia.
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.
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.
C2 noun /ˈtælən/

talon

garra
Meaning
A claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.
Example
The eagle gripped the fish with its sharp talons.
El águila sujetó el pez con sus afiladas garras.
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.
C1 noun /toʊm/

tome

gran libro
Meaning
a large, heavy book, often scholarly or serious in nature
Example
She spent the afternoon reading an old tome on medieval history.
Pasó la tarde leyendo un viejo gran libro sobre historia medieval.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

marea
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
Los pescadores esperaban la marea alta para lanzar sus botes.
C1 noun /teɪnt/

Taint

mancha; marca; corrupción o contaminación
Meaning
a stain or mark that spoils something; corruption or contamination
Example
The scandal left a permanent taint on his reputation.
El escándalo dejó una mancha permanente en su reputación.
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.
C2 noun /təˈmɛrɪti/

temerity

temeridad
Meaning
Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.
Example
He had the temerity to challenge the professor’s argument.
Él tuvo la temeridad de desafiar el argumento del profesor.
C1 adjective /tɜːrs/

terse

conciso
Meaning
brief and to the point; sparing in the use of words
Example
His reply was terse and ended the conversation quickly.
Su respuesta fue concisa y terminó rápidamente la conversación.
A2 adjective /ˈθɜːr.sti/

Thirsty

sediento
Meaning
feeling a need to drink; having a strong desire for something
Example
I am very thirsty after running in the heat.
Estoy muy sediento después de correr en el calor.
C1 adverb /ˈðɛərfɔːr/

therefor

para eso
Meaning
For that or for it.
Example
He received payment and gave a receipt therefor.
Recibió el pago y dio un recibo para eso.
C2 noun /ˌtrænsfəˈriː/

transferee

cesionario
Meaning
A person to whom a right, property, or responsibility is transferred.
Example
The transferee must sign the contract before taking ownership.
El cesionario debe firmar el contrato antes de tomar posesión.
A1 noun /ˈtɔɪlət/

toilet

inodoro
Meaning
a fixture used for the disposal of human waste
Example
The public toilet was clean and well maintained.
El inodoro público estaba limpio y bien mantenido.
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

cajero; narrador
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
El cajero del banco contó el efectivo cuidadosamente antes de entregarlo.
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.
A2 noun /ˈθiːətər/

theater

teatro
Meaning
a building or area for dramatic performances
Example
We are going to the theater tonight.
Vamos al teatro esta noche.
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.
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 /təˈren.ʃəl/

Torrential

tormentoso; lluvia intensa
Meaning
falling rapidly in copious streams; extremely heavy rainfall
Example
The torrential rain flooded the streets within hours.
La lluvia torrencial inundó las calles en pocas horas.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

temporizador
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
He programmed the timer for thirty minutes to complete the task.
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

tecnológico
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
Los avances tecnológicos habilitan proyectos futuristas.
B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

activar
Meaning
To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.
Example
The loud noise triggered the alarm system.
El ruido fuerte activó el sistema de alarma.
B2 noun /tækˈseɪʃən/

taxation

imposición fiscal
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
La imposición fiscal es necesaria para financiar los servicios públicos.
C1 noun ˌtraɪ.bjuˈnæl əv ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

tribunal of justice

tribunal de justicia
Meaning
A court of justice or judicial body that settles disputes or tries offenses.
Example
The Tribunal of Justice started the hearings promptly.
El tribunal de justicia comenzó las audiencias de inmediato.
B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

ajustar
Meaning
to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something
Example
We need to tweak the design slightly.
Necesitamos ajustar ligeramente el diseño.
C2 verb /traɪˈsɛkt/

trisect

dividir en tres partes
Meaning
To divide into three parts.
Example
The teacher asked the students to trisect the line segment.
El maestro pidió a los estudiantes que dividieran el segmento de línea en tres partes.
A2 noun /test/

test

prueba
Meaning
A procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something.
Example
Vehicle tests reduce emissions.
Las pruebas de vehículos reducen las emisiones.
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 noun /ˈtrɛsəl/

trestle

andamio
Meaning
a frame or support consisting of a horizontal beam held up by two pairs of sloping legs, used especially for supporting a bridge or table
Example
The workers built a wooden trestle to support the temporary bridge.
Los trabajadores construyeron un andamio de madera para soportar el puente temporal.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛnəbl/

tenable

defendible
Meaning
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
Example
His argument was strong and tenable in court.
Su argumento fue fuerte y defendible en la corte.
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrʃieri/

tertiary

terciario
Meaning
third in order, rank, or level
Example
He is pursuing his tertiary education at the university.
El esta cursando su educacion terciaria en la universidad.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈtɪd.li/

Tiddley

ligeramente borracho; pequeño o diminuto
Meaning
slightly drunk; small or tiny
Example
After a few drinks, he felt a bit tiddley.
Después de unas copas, se sintió un poco tiddley.
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.
B1 noun /ˈtreʒər/

Treasure

tesoro
Meaning
a quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects; something of great worth or value
Example
The pirates buried their treasure on the island.
Los piratas enterraron su tesoro en la isla.
C2 adverb /ˌðeərˈwɪð/

Therewith

junto con eso;
Meaning
together with that; in addition to that
Example
He handed me the contract and the pen therewith.
Me entregó el contrato y el bolígrafo junto con eso.
A2 noun /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/

training

entrenamiento
Meaning
the process of teaching or learning a particular skill or type of behavior
Example
She completed her training as a nurse last year.
Ella completó su entrenamiento como enfermera el año pasado.
C2 verb /ˈtɪtər/

titter

reírse tímidamente
Meaning
to laugh in a quiet, nervous, or restrained way
Example
The students began to titter when the projector froze.
Los estudiantes comenzaron a reírse tímidamente cuando el proyector se detuvo.
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 adjective /ˈtɛmpərəl/

temporal

temporal
Meaning
Relating to worldly affairs or to time rather than spiritual matters.
Example
The monk gave up his temporal possessions to live a simple life.
El monje renunció a sus posesiones temporales para vivir una vida simple.
B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

Día de Acción de Gracias
Meaning
an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal
Example
We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.
Pasamos la cena de Acción de Gracias con nuestra familia.
C1 noun /ˈtriːkəl/

treacle

jarabe espeso y dulce
Meaning
A thick, sweet syrup; excessively sentimental speech or writing.
Example
She poured treacle over the pancakes.
Ella vertió el jarabe sobre los panqueques.
A1 noun /triː/

tree

árbol
Meaning
a large plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves
Example
The tree in our backyard is over a hundred years old.
El árbol en nuestro jardín tiene más de cien años.
C1 adverb /ˌðɛərˈɪn/

Therein

dentro de;
Meaning
in that place; in that respect
Example
The box contains many treasures, and therein lies its value.
La caja contiene muchos tesoros, y dentro de ella radica su valor.
C1 verb /ˈteɪpər/

taper

afinar
Meaning
To gradually decrease in width, thickness, or intensity.
Example
The road tapers off as it reaches the mountains.
La carretera se estrecha a medida que llega a las montañas.
C1 adjective /ˌtræn.zətˈlæn.tɪk/

transatlantic

atravesar el océano atlántico
Meaning
crossing or spanning the Atlantic Ocean
Example
They took a transatlantic flight from New York to London.
Tomaron un vuelo transatlántico de Nueva York a Londres.
C2 adjective /ˈtjuːtɪləri/

tutelary

tutelario
Meaning
Relating to or serving as a guardian or protector, often used for deities or spirits.
Example
Athena was considered the tutelary goddess of Athens.
Se consideraba a Atenea la diosa tutelar de Atenas.
C1 noun /tiˈɑː.rə/

Tiara

tiara
Meaning
a jeweled ornamental crown worn on formal occasions
Example
The princess wore a sparkling diamond tiara at the royal ball.
La princesa llevó una tiara de diamantes brillantes en el baile real.
C1 noun /ˈtæntrəm/

tantrum

berrinche
Meaning
An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child.
Example
The child threw a tantrum when he didn’t get the toy.
El niño hizo un berrinche cuando no consiguió el juguete.
C1 adjective /ˈtækt.ləs/

tactless

insensato
Meaning
showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others
Example
His tactless remark embarrassed everyone at the meeting.
Su comentario insensato avergonzó a todos en la reunión.
B2 noun /toʊl/

toll

peaje / daño
Meaning
A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by something.
Example
The flood took a heavy toll on the village.
La inundación causó un gran daño en el pueblo.
A2 noun /tʌŋ/

Tongue

lengua; órgano muscular en la boca usado para saborear, hablar y tragar; idioma
Meaning
the muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, speaking, and swallowing; a language
Example
The doctor asked him to stick out his tongue for examination.
El doctor le pidió sacar la lengua para el examen.
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 /ˈθiːsɪs/

thesis

tesis
Meaning
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.
Example
She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis.
Pasó dos años escribiendo su tesis doctoral.
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.
B2 noun θrets

threats

amenazas
Meaning
A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.
Example
Threats to food security are rising globally.
Las amenazas a la seguridad alimentaria están aumentando a nivel mundial.
C2 adjective /ˈtɔɪl.səm/

toilsome

agotador
Meaning
Involving hard or exhausting work; laborious.
Example
The workers had a toilsome day in the hot sun.
Los trabajadores tuvieron un día agotador bajo el sol caliente.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

tácticas
Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
El equipo cambió sus tácticas para ganar el juego.
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.
C2 adjective /ˌtɔːtəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

tautological

tautológico
Meaning
expressing something by repeating the same idea in different words; redundant
Example
Saying 'free gift' is considered tautological.
Decir 'regalo gratis' se considera tautológico.
B1 verb /tɛnd/

tend

tender/cuidar
Meaning
To regularly behave in a particular way or to take care of something.
Example
She tends to wake up early in the morning.
Ella tiende a despertarse temprano en la mañana.
B1 noun /ˈtɛmpəl/

temple

templo
Meaning
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
Example
They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India.
Visitaron un templo antiguo durante su viaje a la India.
B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

completamente; a fondo;
Meaning
completely; entirely; in a thorough manner
Example
She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
Ella limpió toda la casa a fondo antes de que llegaran los invitados.
B1 noun taɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt

time management

gestión del tiempo
Meaning
The process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities
Example
Time management is crucial for success.
La gestión del tiempo es crucial para el éxito.
C1 noun /ˈtaɪ.rənt/

Tyrant

tirano
Meaning
a cruel and oppressive ruler; a person who exercises power in a harsh manner
Example
The people rebelled against the cruel tyrant.
La gente se rebeló contra el cruel tirano.
B1 noun /ˈtæblət/

tablet

tableta
Meaning
a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine
Example
She took a tablet to relieve her headache.
Ella tomó una tableta para aliviar su dolor de cabeza.
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.
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

cucharada
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
Ella removió la sopa con una cucharada.
C2 noun /ˈθɛspiən/

thespian

actor
Meaning
An actor or actress; relating to drama or theater.
Example
The festival was filled with talented thespians from across the country.
El festival estuvo lleno de actores talentosos de todo el país.
C2 noun ˈtɪl.ɪdʒ

tillage

labranza
Meaning
The preparation of land for growing crops.
Example
Excessive tillage can lead to soil erosion.
La labranza excesiva puede causar erosión del suelo.
C1 noun ˈtɑksɪk ɪˈmɪʃənz

toxic emissions

emisiones tóxicas
Meaning
Harmful or poisonous substances released into the environment, especially the atmosphere.
Example
Toxic emissions from vehicles pollute the atmosphere.
Las emisiones tóxicas de los vehículos contaminan la atmósfera.
C1 adjective /traɪt/

trite

trillado
Meaning
Overused and lacking originality.
Example
The speech was full of trite phrases.
El discurso estaba lleno de frases trilladas.
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 noun /ˈtʊrnɪkɪt/

tourniquet

torniquete
Meaning
a device used to stop bleeding by compressing blood vessels
Example
The medic applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding.
El médico aplicó un torniquete para detener la hemorragia.
C1 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtrɛbəl/

treble

triplicado, tono alto
Meaning
triple; consisting of three parts; high-pitched sound in music
Example
The company's profits trebled in just two years.
Las ganancias de la empresa se triplicaron en solo dos años.
B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

tundra
Meaning
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
Example
Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.
Los osos polares deambulan por la tundra helada.
B1 noun tɪk mɑːrk

tick mark

marca de verificación
Meaning
A mark (✓) used to indicate that something is correct or has been chosen, checked, or dealt with.
Example
I put a tick mark on all the completed tasks.
Puse una marca de verificación en todas las tareas completadas.
C2 noun /tɑːrn/

tarn

lago de montaña
Meaning
A small mountain lake or pool.
Example
We camped near a tranquil tarn in the highlands.
Acampamos cerca de un tranquilo lago de montaña en las tierras altas.
B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

técnica
Meaning
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
Example
She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.
Ella aprendió una nueva técnica de respiración en la clase de yoga.
C1 verb /θræʃ/

thrash

golpear
Meaning
to beat someone or something violently; to move wildly or violently
Example
The angry man threatened to thrash his opponent.
El hombre enojado amenazó con golpear a su oponente.
A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

grueso; espeso;
Meaning
having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin
Example
The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.
El libro tiene páginas gruesas y una portada pesada.
B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

gases tóxicos
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
Los gases tóxicos de las industrias contribuyen a la contaminación del aire.
C1 noun /ˈtæn.ər/

tanner

curtidor
Meaning
A person whose job is to tan animal hides to make leather.
Example
The tanner worked long hours to produce fine leather.
El curtidor trabajó muchas horas para producir buen cuero.
B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

tranquilidad
Meaning
the quality or state of being calm and peaceful
Example
He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
Él disfrutó de la tranquilidad del campo.
B2 noun ˈtrɪbjuːt

tribute

homenaje
Meaning
An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.
Example
They paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters.
Rindieron homenaje a los valientes luchadores por la libertad.
C2 noun /ˈtɜːrnkoʊt/

turncoat

traidor
Meaning
a person who switches allegiance, often betraying a cause or group
Example
He was branded a turncoat after joining the rival political party.
Fue etiquetado como traidor después de unirse al partido político rival.
C1 noun, verb /tɪndʒ/

tinge

un toque ligero de color o sabor
Meaning
a slight added color, flavor, or feeling; to add a slight amount of color or quality
Example
Her voice was tinged with sadness.
Su voz estaba teñida de tristeza.
C1 noun/verb /ˈtæm.pər.ɪŋ/

tampering

alteración no autorizada
Meaning
The action of interfering with something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.
Example
Tampering with evidence is a criminal offense.
Alterar pruebas es un delito criminal.
B1 verb /θrɪl/

Thrill

emocionar
Meaning
to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased
Example
The roller coaster ride thrills adventure seekers.
La montaña rusa emociona a los buscadores de aventuras.
A2 conjunction /ðoʊ/

though

aunque
Meaning
used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement of the sentence seem surprising or unexpected
Example
Though it was raining, they still went outside.
Aunque estaba lloviendo, ellos aún salieron.
C1 noun /tɪˈmɪdəti/

timidity

timidez
Meaning
lack of courage or self-confidence
Example
His timidity kept him from speaking up during the meeting.
Su timidez le impidió hablar durante la reunión.
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.
C1 noun /ˈtæm.ər.ɪnd/

Tamarind

tamarindo
Meaning
a brown tropical fruit with a tangy, sour taste used in cooking and beverages
Example
Tamarind is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for its sour flavor.
El tamarindo se usa comúnmente en la cocina asiática y del Medio Oriente por su sabor ácido.
A2 adjective /ˈteɪ.sti/

Tasty

sabroso
Meaning
having a pleasant flavor; delicious
Example
The pizza was really tasty with fresh ingredients.
La pizza estaba realmente sabrosa con ingredientes frescos.
C1 noun /ˈtreɪ.ki.ə/

Trachea

tráquea
Meaning
the tube that carries air from the throat to the lungs; windpipe
Example
The trachea is protected by cartilage rings that keep it open.
La tráquea está protegida por anillos de cartílago que la mantienen abierta.
B2 noun /ˈten.ʃən/

Tension

tensión
Meaning
mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition
Example
The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.
La fecha límite creó mucha tensión en la oficina.
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.
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪrət/

triumvirate

triunvirato
Meaning
A political regime ruled or dominated by three powerful individuals.
Example
The Roman Republic was once governed by a triumvirate.
La República Romana una vez fue gobernada por un triunvirato.
B2 noun /tɒŋz/

Tongs

tenazas
Meaning
a tool consisting of two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things
Example
Use the tongs to pick up the hot pieces of meat from the grill.
Usa las tenazas para recoger los trozos calientes de carne de la parrilla.
B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

provocar
Meaning
To cause or initiate something to happen
Example
Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.
La contaminación del aire provoca enfermedades crónicas.
B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

tirar ligeramente
Meaning
To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.
Example
He tossed the keys onto the table.
Él tiró las llaves sobre la mesa.
C1 noun /trænsˈɡrɛʃən/

transgression

transgresión, delito
Meaning
an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; a violation or sin
Example
The court forgave his first transgression but warned him not to repeat it.
El tribunal perdonó su primera transgresión pero le advirtió que no la repitiera.
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 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 noun /tɜːm/

term

término
Meaning
a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept
Example
The term 'machine learning' is commonly used in technology.
El término 'aprendizaje automático' se usa comúnmente en la tecnología.
B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

aterrorizar
Meaning
To cause someone to feel extreme fear.
Example
The loud thunder terrified the children.
El fuerte trueno aterrorizó a los niños.
C2 verb /ˈtrʌk.əl/

truckle

humillarse
Meaning
To submit or yield obsequiously to someone in power.
Example
He refused to truckle to the demands of the corrupt officials.
Él se negó a humillarse ante las demandas de los funcionarios corruptos.
B1 noun /tuː θɜːrdz/

two-thirds

dos tercios
Meaning
a fraction equal to two parts of three; 2/3.
Example
Two-thirds of the students passed the exam.
Dos tercios de los estudiantes aprobaron el examen.
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪər/

triumvir

triunviro
Meaning
One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.
Example
Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate.
César fue un triunviro en el primer triunvirato romano.
A1 adjective /ˈθɜrti/

thirty

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

time blocking

bloqueo de tiempo
Meaning
A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.
Example
Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.
Time-blocking ayuda a mejorar la productividad y eficiencia.
A1 noun /tiː/

Tea

té
Meaning
a hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto dried leaves
Example
We drink tea every morning at breakfast.
Tomamos té todas las mañanas en el desayuno.
C1 noun /ˈtjuːmʌlt/

tumult

tumulto
Meaning
A loud, confused noise, especially caused by a crowd; commotion or disorder.
Example
The protest created a tumult in the city square.
La protesta creó un tumulto en la plaza de la ciudad.
C2 noun /taɪð/

tithe

décima parte
Meaning
A tenth part of one’s income or produce, often given as a religious offering.
Example
He gave a tithe of his earnings to the church.
Él dio una décima parte de sus ganancias a la iglesia.