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B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪˈmædʒənəbəl/

Unimaginable

inimaginable
Meaning
impossible to conceive; beyond imagination
Example
The scale of destruction was unimaginable until we saw it firsthand.
La escala de la destrucción era inimaginable hasta que lo vimos de primera mano.
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

intensidad
Meaning
The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.
Example
The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.
La intensidad de la tormenta asustó a los aldeanos.
B2 noun, verb /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

discourse

discurso, charla
Meaning
Written or spoken communication or debate.
Example
The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.
El profesor dio un discurso sobre filosofía antigua.
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

arrogancia
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Su arrogancia lo hizo impopular entre sus colegas.
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

autonomía
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
La autonomía fue una demanda principal.
B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

autocontrol
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.
Example
Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.
El autocontrol es importante para mantener una vida equilibrada.
B2 noun /ˈpetəl/

Petal

pétalo
Meaning
One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla
Example
Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center.
Cada pétalo de la margarita era blanco con un centro amarillo.
B2 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

unánimemente
Meaning
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
Example
The proposal was unanimously accepted.
La propuesta fue aceptada unánimemente.
B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

estereotipo
Meaning
A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.
Es un estereotipo que todos los jugadores son antisociales.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/

sewing

costura
Meaning
The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread
Example
She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends.
Ella disfruta cosiendo su propia ropa los fines de semana.
B2 noun /frɒk/

Frock

falda
Meaning
a dress, especially a simple or casual one for women or children
Example
The little girl wore a pink frock to her birthday party.
La niña pequeña llevaba una falda rosa a su fiesta de cumpleaños.
B2 verb /ʌnˈtaɪ/

untie

desatar
Meaning
to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied
Example
She untied the rope to free the boat.
Ella desató la cuerda para liberar el bote.
B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

judío
Meaning
a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent
Example
He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.
Él es judío por herencia y sigue las costumbres judías.
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

venenoso; tóxico; mortal
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
La serpiente es muy venenosa y peligrosa.
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

concerniente
Meaning
about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety
Example
There are some reports concerning the new project.
Hay algunos informes concernientes al nuevo proyecto.
B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

disposiciones
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
Las disposiciones deben alinearse con las aspiraciones públicas.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

mantenimiento
Meaning
The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.
Example
Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.
El mantenimiento regular aumenta la vida util de las maquinas.
B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

enano
Meaning
a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average
Example
Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.
Blanca Nieves vivía con siete enanos.
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

contradicción; inconsistencia
Meaning
a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency
Example
There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.
Había una clara contradicción entre sus palabras y sus acciones.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

cuantitativo
Meaning
relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements
Example
The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.
El estudio proporciona evidencia cuantitativa de los efectos del cambio climático.
B2 noun /ˈmænʃən/

mansion

felicidad
Meaning
a large, impressive house
Example
The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
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.
B2 noun/verb /beɪt/

bait

alimento o señuelo utilizado para atraer peces o animales; provocar o molestar deliberadamente.
Meaning
Food or lure used to attract fish or animals; to deliberately provoke or annoy.
Example
He used worms as bait to catch fish.
Él usó gusanos como cebo para pescar.
B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

oponerse
Meaning
to disagree with or resist; to act against
Example
Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.
Muchos ciudadanos se oponen a la nueva política fiscal.
B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

contaminación
Meaning
The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
Contamination of air leads to health issues.
La contaminación del aire provoca problemas de salud.
B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

orgánico
Meaning
Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
La agricultura orgánica mejora la salud del suelo y reduce la contaminación.
B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

bolsa
Meaning
a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items
Example
She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.
Ella guardó sus monedas en una pequeña bolsa de cuero.
B2 noun /ˈaʊtɪŋ/

outing

excursión
Meaning
a short trip or excursion, often for leisure or enjoyment
Example
They had a lovely outing at the beach last weekend.
Tuvieron una maravillosa excursión en la playa el fin de semana pasado.
B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

denominador
Meaning
the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation
Example
In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.
En la fracción 3/4, el número 4 es el denominador.
B2 verb /dʒɑːɡ/

jog

trotar
Meaning
to run at a slow, steady pace for exercise
Example
She jogs every morning in the park.
Ella trota todas las mañanas en el parque.
B2 verb /kəˈrɛspɒnd/

correspond

corresponder
Meaning
to communicate by exchanging letters or messages
Example
I correspond regularly with my old friends.
Correspondí regularmente con mis viejos amigos.
B2 noun /doʊs/

dose

dosis
Meaning
a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time
Example
The doctor prescribed one dose of the medicine every six hours.
El doctor recetó una dosis de medicamento cada seis horas.
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

reservado; introvertido
Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
Ella es bastante reservada y no habla mucho en las reuniones.
B2 noun; verb /breɪs/

brace

soporte; prepararse
Meaning
a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult
Example
She braced herself for the strong wind.
Ella se preparó para el viento fuerte.
B2 noun ˈmaɪl.stəʊn

milestone

hito
Meaning
An important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something.
Example
This discovery is a milestone in biotechnology.
Este descubrimiento es un hito en la biotecnología.
B2 verb /dreɪn/

drain

drenar
Meaning
to cause liquid to flow away from something; to remove liquid
Example
He drained the pasta before adding the sauce.
Él drenó la pasta antes de añadir la salsa.
B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

órbita
Meaning
The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.
Example
The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.
El satélite mantiene su órbita alrededor de la Tierra.
B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

sector
Meaning
a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry
Example
The technology sector is growing rapidly.
El sector tecnológico está creciendo rápidamente.
B2 noun /den/

Den

cueva; sala cómoda; lugar para actividades ilegales
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
El zorro desapareció en su cueva cuando sintió que el peligro se acercaba.
B2 adjective /ˈrʌs.ti/

Rusty

oxidado; fuera de práctica; afectado por la falta de práctica reciente
Meaning
affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice
Example
My piano skills are rusty after not playing for years.
Mis habilidades en el piano están oxidadas después de no tocar durante años.
B2 verb /kəmˈplaɪ/

comply

cumplir
Meaning
to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law
Example
All companies must comply with safety regulations.
Todas las empresas deben cumplir con las normativas de seguridad.
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

espejo
Meaning
a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images
Example
She looked at herself in the looking glass.
Ella se miró en el espejo.
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

parámetro
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
Necesitamos establecer parámetros claros para este proyecto.
B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

aromático
Meaning
Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.
Example
The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.
El chef utilizó hierbas aromáticas para dar sabor al plato.
B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

las siete maravillas
Meaning
The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.
Example
The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.
Las Siete Maravillas del mundo reflejan la brillantez humana.
B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

regreso
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
El cantante hizo un regreso notable después de años de silencio.
B2 noun /ˈdʒʌŋk.ʃən/

Junction

cruce
Meaning
a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet; a point where things join or connect
Example
Turn left at the junction to reach the shopping center.
Gire a la izquierda en el cruce para llegar al centro comercial.
B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

especialidad
Meaning
a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels
Example
Her specialty is pediatric medicine.
Su especialidad es la medicina pediátrica.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/

impatiently

impacientemente
Meaning
in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting
Example
She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.
Ella tamborileó los dedos impacientemente mientras esperaba la respuesta.
B2 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

teórico
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
La idea sigue siendo principalmente teórica sin evidencia del mundo real.
B2 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

compulsory

obligatorio
Meaning
Required by law or a rule; obligatory.
Example
Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries.
Usar cinturones de seguridad es obligatorio en la mayoría de los países.
B2 adjective /ˈlaɪf.lɒŋ/

lifelong

de por vida
Meaning
Lasting or existing for the whole of a person's life.
Example
They remained lifelong friends.
Ellos fueron amigos de por vida.
B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

producción
Meaning
The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.
Example
Climate change reduces agricultural output.
El cambio climático reduce la producción agrícola.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

mostrador
Meaning
a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done
Example
The cashier stood behind the counter.
El cajero estaba detrás del mostrador.
B2 noun plɒt

plot

trama
Meaning
The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.
Example
The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.
La trama de 'A Tale of Two Cities' es intensa y emocionante.
B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

defecto
Meaning
a defect or imperfection in something
Example
The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.
El diamante tenía un pequeño defecto que apenas se veía.
B2 noun /ˈɡwɑːvə/

Guava

guayaba
Meaning
a tropical fruit with sweet pink or white flesh and small seeds
Example
I love eating fresh guava from the tree in our garden.
Me encanta comer guayaba fresca del árbol en nuestro jardín.
B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

felicidad
Meaning
to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed
Example
The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
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.
B2 noun ˌɡloʊ.bəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

globalization

globalización
Meaning
The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.
Example
Globalization has connected economies across the world.
La globalización ha conectado economías en todo el mundo.
B2 noun /maɪˈnɔːr.ɪ.ti/

minority

minoría
Meaning
A smaller number or part, especially a group differing from the majority.
Example
The law aims to protect the rights of ethnic minorities.
La ley tiene como objetivo proteger los derechos de las minorías étnicas.
B2 noun /ˈmɒdəreɪtər/

moderator

moderador
Meaning
A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.
Example
The moderator asked each panelist to share their views.
El moderador pidió a cada panelista que compartiera sus opiniones.
B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

conceder
Meaning
to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree
Example
The university granted him a scholarship.
La universidad le concedió una beca.
B2 verb /dɪˈtekt/

detect

detectar
Meaning
to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious
Example
The security system can detect movement in the building.
El sistema de seguridad puede detectar movimiento en el edificio.
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrʃɪp/

Worship

culto
Meaning
the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity; religious devotion and practice
Example
They gather every Sunday for worship.
Ellos se reúnen cada domingo para el culto.
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

desagradable
Meaning
Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.
Example
The weather was cold and disagreeable.
El clima estaba frío y desagradable.
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

zumbido
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
El zumbido constante del aire acondicionado la ayudó a quedarse dormida tranquilamente.
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

antioxidante
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.
Example
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.
El té verde contiene poderosos antioxidantes que ralentizan el envejecimiento.
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

tasas de alfabetización
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
Las tasas de alfabetización afectan las condiciones socioeconómicas.
B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

ambiente
Meaning
The character and atmosphere of a place.
Example
The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.
El ambiente del restaurante era relajado e invitante, perfecto para una cena casual.
B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

emergencia
Meaning
the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence
Example
The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.
La emergencia de nuevas tecnologías ha transformado la comunicación.
B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

pérdida de hábitat
Meaning
The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.
Example
Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.
La pérdida de hábitat es una de las mayores amenazas para las mariposas.
B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

sostenibilidad económica
Meaning
The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.
Example
Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.
La sostenibilidad económica impulsa el crecimiento a largo plazo.
B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

alabar
Meaning
to praise formally or officially
Example
The teacher commended the students for their hard work.
La maestra alabó a los estudiantes por su arduo trabajo.
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/

manufacturing

fabricación
Meaning
the process of making products on a large scale using machinery
Example
The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector.
El país está invirtiendo fuertemente en el sector de la fabricación.
B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

delito; infracción; agravio
Meaning
a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment
Example
Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.
El robo es un delito grave castigado por la ley.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

inquieto
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
El niño estaba inquieto durante el largo viaje en coche.
B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

disperso; esparcido;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
Se esperan lluvias dispersas durante todo el día.
B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

continuidad
Meaning
the action of carrying something on over time; extension
Example
The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.
Se anunció la continuidad de la serie después del final.
B2 noun /ˈfjuː.nər.əl/

Funeral

funeral
Meaning
a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation
Example
Hundreds of people attended the funeral to pay their respects to the beloved teacher.
Cientos de personas asistieron al funeral para rendir homenaje al querido maestro.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

capitalista
Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
El capitalista cree en la libertad del mercado.
B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

promocionar
Meaning
Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.
Example
Promoting practical education ensures skill development.
Promover la educación práctica asegura el desarrollo de habilidades.
B2 noun /ˈsɪnənɪm/

Synonym

sinónimo
Meaning
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language
Example
Happy and joyful are synonyms.
Feliz y alegre son sinónimos.
B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

reserva
Meaning
the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval
Example
I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.
Hice una reserva en el restaurante para esta noche.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

intensificar
Meaning
To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.
Example
The storm is expected to intensify overnight.
Se espera que la tormenta se intensifique durante la noche.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/

literal

literal
Meaning
taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration
Example
His comment was meant as a joke, not to be taken in a literal sense.
Su comentario fue dicho en tono de broma, no para tomarse de manera literal.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈrɪəl/

unreal

irreal
Meaning
not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary
Example
The experience felt unreal after the sudden news.
La experiencia se sintió irreal después de la noticia repentina.
B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Unconditional

incondicional
Meaning
not subject to any conditions; complete and absolute
Example
She offered her unconditional support to her friend in need.
Ella ofreció su apoyo incondicional a su amigo en necesidad.
B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

sucesor
Meaning
a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role
Example
The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.
El CEO anunció su jubilación y nombró a su sucesor para la empresa.
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːrnəlɪzəm/

journalism

periodismo
Meaning
the activity or profession of collecting, writing, and publishing news and articles for newspapers, magazines, or broadcast media
Example
He studied journalism to become a news reporter.
Estudió periodismo para convertirse en reportero de noticias.
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

posesión; propiedad; dominio
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
La casa ha estado en la posesión de su familia durante generaciones.
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

asedio
Meaning
a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies
Example
The siege of the castle lasted for three months.
El asedio del castillo duró tres meses.
B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

sociable
Meaning
Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.
Example
He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.
Es una persona sociable a la que le encanta conocer gente nueva.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

con incertidumbre
Meaning
in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty
Example
She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.
Ella miró las instrucciones complicadas con incertidumbre.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Informative

informativo
Meaning
giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive
Example
The documentary was very informative and educational.
El documental fue muy informativo y educativo.
B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

cubículo
Meaning
A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.
Example
She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.
Ella trabaja en un cubículo con tres compañeros de trabajo.
B2 adverb /ˈnɔɪzɪli/

Noisily

ruidosamente
Meaning
in a way that makes a lot of noise; loudly
Example
The children were playing noisily in the playground.
Los niños jugaban ruidosamente en el patio de recreo.
B2 noun /ɪkˈskluːʒən/

exclusion

exclusión
Meaning
The process or state of being left out or denied access.
Example
The policy led to the exclusion of certain groups.
La política llevó a la exclusión de ciertos grupos.
B2 noun ɡrɪd

grid

reja
Meaning
A network of interconnected lines or a system for distributing electricity over a wide area.
Example
The national power grid must be upgraded.
La red nacional de energía debe ser mejorada.
B2 noun /ˈskɛlɪtən/

skeleton

esqueleto
Meaning
The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.
Example
The teacher showed the students a human skeleton in the biology class.
El maestro mostró a los estudiantes un esqueleto humano en la clase de biología.
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

felicidad
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
No pudo esconder su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈnesəserəli/

Unnecessarily

innecesariamente
Meaning
to a greater extent than is needed; without necessity
Example
Don't worry unnecessarily about the exam.
No te preocupes innecesariamente por el examen.
B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

dependencia
Meaning
the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction
Example
His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.
Su dependencia de la tecnología hizo que fuera difícil trabajar sin internet.
B2 noun ˈlɛɡ.ə.si

legacy

legado
Meaning
An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor.
Example
His contributions left a lasting legacy in the industry.
Sus contribuciones dejaron un legado duradero en la industria.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

comparable
Meaning
Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.
Example
The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.
Los dos productos son comparables en calidad pero difieren en precio.
B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

aplicable
Meaning
Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.
Example
This rule is applicable to eye care too.
Esta regla también es aplicable al cuidado de los ojos.
B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

atributos
Meaning
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Example
Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.
Los cultivos avanzados poseen atributos beneficiosos.
B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

lienzo
Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
El artista preparó un lienzo para su nueva pintura.
B2 noun /kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

confectionery

confitería
Meaning
sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar
Example
The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery.
La tienda vende una gran variedad de confitería.
B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

asertivo; seguro de sí mismo
Meaning
confident and forceful; having a strong personality
Example
She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.
Ella es muy asertiva cuando habla en las reuniones.
B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

elegible
Meaning
Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.
Solo los candidatos elegibles son considerados para los nombramientos.
B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

apretar
Meaning
to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it
Example
She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.
Ella apretó el tubo de pasta de dientes para sacar el último poco.
B2 noun /bɑnd/

Bond

vínculo; bono
Meaning
a close connection joining two or more people; a certificate of debt issued by a government or corporation
Example
The strong bond between the mother and child was evident.
El fuerte vínculo entre la madre y el niño era evidente.
B2 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

prefijo; añadir algo al principio
Meaning
a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else
Example
Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.
Los desarrolladores a menudo prefijan variables con un guion bajo.
B2 verb/noun /buː/

boo

grito de desaprobación/sonido de advertencia
Meaning
To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.
Example
The audience began to boo the bad performance.
La audiencia comenzó a abuchear la mala actuación.
B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

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

phenomenal

fenomenal
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
El equipo logró un éxito fenomenal en el torneo.
B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

regulaciones
Meaning
Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Strict regulations ensure fair practices.
Las estrictas regulaciones aseguran prácticas justas.
B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

integrar
Meaning
To combine or bring together into a unified whole.
Example
The new system integrates data from multiple sources.
El nuevo sistema integra datos de múltiples fuentes.
B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

pedazo / descartar
Meaning
A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.
Example
He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.
Usó un trozo de papel para anotar el número.
B2 noun /ˈmʊzlɪm/

muslim

musulmán
Meaning
a follower of Islam
Example
He is a devout Muslim.
Él es un musulmán devoto.