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C1 noun /ˈvɪɡər/

vigor

vigor
Meaning
Physical strength, energy, or enthusiasm.
Example
She tackled the project with great vigor and determination.
Ella abordó el proyecto con gran vigor y determinación.
C2 adjective /sɪˈlæbɪk/

syllabic

silábico
Meaning
Relating to or based on syllables.
Example
The teacher explained the syllabic structure of the word.
El maestro explicó la estructura silábica de la palabra.
A2 noun /ˈkoʊkənʌt/

Coconut

coco
Meaning
a large brown seed with hard shell containing white flesh and coconut water
Example
We drank coconut water directly from the coconut.
Bebimos agua de coco directamente del coco.
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈdjuːsəbl/

irreducible

irreducible
Meaning
impossible to reduce or simplify further
Example
The fraction 3/7 is irreducible.
La fracción 3/7 es irreducible.
C2 noun /ˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

rationalism

racionalismo
Meaning
a belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than religious belief or emotion
Example
Rationalism emphasizes logic and reasoning over faith.
El racionalismo enfatiza la lógica y el razonamiento por encima de la fe.
A2 noun /hɛlθ/

health

salud
Meaning
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Exercise is important for good health.
El ejercicio es importante para una buena salud.
C2 noun /ˈdɔːrmər/

dormer

ventana abuhardillada
Meaning
A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof.
Example
The old house had a dormer overlooking the garden.
La casa vieja tenía una ventana abuhardillada con vista al jardín.
C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/

rejoicing

alegría
Meaning
The action of showing great joy or happiness
Example
There was much rejoicing after the victory.
Hubo mucha alegría después de la victoria.
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.
B2 noun /stəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Stability

estabilidad
Meaning
the state of being stable; firmness; steadiness
Example
Political stability is essential for economic growth.
La estabilidad política es esencial para el crecimiento económico.
C1 noun /ˌæɡ.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/

aggravation

agravamiento, empeoramiento
Meaning
The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.
Example
The delay caused great aggravation for the passengers.
El retraso causó gran agravio para los pasajeros.
C1 noun ˈmæŋɡroʊv ˈfɒrɪst

Mangrove Forest

bosque de manglares
Meaning
A coastal forest ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones.
Example
Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest.
Sundarbans es el mayor bosque de manglares del mundo.
C2 verb /ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪt/

scintillate

brillar
Meaning
to sparkle or shine brightly; to emit flashes of light
Example
The diamond ring scintillated under the bright lights.
El anillo de diamantes brilló bajo las luces brillantes.
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.
B1 noun ɡlæns

glance

vista rápida
Meaning
A quick or brief look.
Example
He glanced at the river and felt calm.
Él echó un vistazo al río y se sintió tranquilo.
C1 noun /ˌdʒenəˈræləti/

generality

generalidad
Meaning
A vague, non-specific statement or principle that applies broadly.
Example
The speech was full of generalities and lacked concrete details.
El discurso estaba lleno de generalidades y carecía de detalles concretos.
B1 noun ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv

executive

ejecutivo
Meaning
The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Example
The executive body enforces policies.
El cuerpo ejecutivo aplica las políticas.
C2 verb /ˈsʌblɪmeɪt/

sublimate

transformar en actividades más elevadas
Meaning
to redirect strong emotions or desires into socially acceptable activities or channels
Example
She sublimated her anger into painting beautiful landscapes.
Ella sublimó su ira en pintar hermosos paisajes.
C1 verb /bɪˈɡrʌdʒ/

begrudge

resentir a alguien por tener algo / dar algo de mala gana
Meaning
to resent someone for having something; to give reluctantly
Example
She did not begrudge him his success.
Ella no le guardó rencor por su éxito.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/

landfill

vertedero
Meaning
a site where waste material is buried under the ground
Example
The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem.
La ciudad construyó un nuevo vertedero para gestionar su creciente problema de residuos.
C2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndəns/

superintendence

supervisión
Meaning
the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing
Example
The superintendence of the school is the principal’s duty.
La supervisión de la escuela es deber del director.
A2 noun ˈfɔːrɪsts

Forests

bosques
Meaning
Large areas covered with trees and undergrowth, providing natural habitats for wildlife.
Example
Forests provide shelter and food for butterflies.
Los bosques proporcionan refugio y alimento para las mariposas.
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 noun /səbˈmɪtəl/

submittal

entrega
Meaning
the act of submitting something, especially a document for consideration or approval
Example
The contractor sent the submittal to the client for approval.
El contratista envió la entrega al cliente para su aprobación.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈɑːrmd/

unarmed

desarmado
Meaning
Not equipped with or carrying weapons
Example
The police found the suspect unarmed during the search.
La policía encontró al sospechoso desarmado durante la búsqueda.
A2 noun /tiːm/

team

equipo
Meaning
a group of people working together towards a common goal
Example
Our team won the match after a great effort.
Nuestro equipo ganó el partido después de un gran esfuerzo.
C2 verb /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

equivocate

hablar ambiguamente
Meaning
To speak ambiguously or avoid giving a clear answer.
Example
The politician equivocated when asked about the scandal.
El político equivocó cuando le preguntaron sobre el escándalo.
B1 adverb /əˈlaʊd/

Aloud

en voz alta
Meaning
in a voice that can be heard; not silently
Example
Please read the instructions aloud so everyone can hear.
Por favor, lea las instrucciones en voz alta para que todos puedan escuchar.
C2 adjective /ˈɪl bred/

Ill-bred

maleducado
Meaning
lacking good manners; rude; showing poor upbringing
Example
His ill-bred behavior shocked everyone at the dinner party.
Su conducta maleducada dejó a todos sorprendidos en la cena.
C1 verb /ɪnˈkɜːr/

incur

incurrir
Meaning
To bring upon oneself something undesirable, usually as a result of actions.
Example
He incurred a fine for parking in the wrong place.
Él incurrió en una multa por aparcar en el lugar equivocado.
B1 adjective /ˈel.dər.li/

Elderly

anciano; mayor; de la tercera edad
Meaning
aged; advanced in years; old
Example
The elderly man walked slowly with his cane.
El hombre anciano caminaba lentamente con su bastón.
C1 noun /ˈskaɪ.lɑːrk/

Sky-Lark

alondra
Meaning
a small brown bird known for singing while flying high in the sky
Example
The skylark sang beautifully as it soared above the meadow.
La alondra cantó hermosamente mientras se elevaba sobre el prado.
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 /ˈtjuːtərʃɪp/

tutorship

tutela
Meaning
The office or position of a tutor; guidance or instruction given by a tutor.
Example
He thrived under the tutorship of his mentor.
Él prosperó bajo la tutela de su mentor.
B2 adjective /ˈfræʤaɪl/

fragile

frágil
Meaning
Easily broken or damaged; delicate.
Example
Be careful with that vase, it's very fragile.
Ten cuidado con ese jarrón, es muy frágil.
B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

secuela
Meaning
a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event
Example
The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.
La secuela de la película fue aún más exitosa que la original.
C2 noun /ɡaɪl/

guile

astucia
Meaning
Cleverness or cunning used to achieve a goal, often in a deceptive way
Example
He used guile to win the negotiation.
Él usó astucia para ganar la negociación.
C1 noun /stɛlθ/

stealth

sigilo, moverse en secreto
Meaning
The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.
Example
The cat moved with stealth towards its prey.
El gato se movió sigilosamente hacia su presa.
C1 noun /ˌænɛkˈseɪʃən/

annexation

anexión
Meaning
the act of adding or taking control of territory or property, especially by a state
Example
The annexation of the region led to international condemnation.
La anexión de la región provocó condena internacional.
A2 noun /miːl/

Meal

comida
Meaning
food that is prepared and eaten at a specific time
Example
We enjoyed a delicious meal at the restaurant.
Disfrutamos de una deliciosa comida en el restaurante.
C1 adjective /dɪˈspɪrɪtɪd/

dispirited

desanimado
Meaning
Having lost enthusiasm, hope, or confidence; dejected.
Example
After losing the match, the team looked dispirited.
Después de perder el partido, el equipo se veía desanimado.
A2 verb /ˈkʌv.ərd/

covered

cubierto
Meaning
Protected by being placed over or wrapped; hidden from view.
Example
The forest is covered in greenery.
El bosque está cubierto de vegetación.
A2 verb /hʌɡ/

hug

abrazar
Meaning
to hold someone tightly in your arms to show affection or comfort
Example
She hugged her friend before leaving for the airport.
Ella abrazó a su amiga antes de irse al aeropuerto.
B1 adjective /eɪdʒd/

aged

anciano
Meaning
having lived for a specified number of years; old
Example
The aged man sat in the park, watching the children play.
El anciano estaba sentado en el parque, mirando a los niños jugar.
C2 verb /ˈbaʊdləˌraɪz/

bowdlerize

eliminar partes ofensivas
Meaning
to remove or modify parts of a text considered offensive or inappropriate
Example
The editor bowdlerized the novel to make it suitable for children.
El editor boudlerizó la novela para hacerla adecuada para los niños.
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

sergeant

sargento
Meaning
A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.
Example
The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission.
El sargento dio órdenes a los soldados antes de la misión.
B2 noun /ˈven.juː/

Venue

lugar
Meaning
a place where an event or activity takes place
Example
The wedding venue was beautifully decorated.
El lugar de la boda estaba bellamente decorado.
B1 noun /bʊl/

bull

toro
Meaning
a male animal of the cattle family; sometimes refers to a strong or aggressive man
Example
The bull charged across the field towards the red flag.
El toro corrió por el campo hacia la bandera roja.
C1 noun /ˈtrɛtʃəri/

treachery

traición
Meaning
Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or nature.
Example
His treachery was revealed when he sided with the enemy.
Su traición se reveló cuando se unió al enemigo.
C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɔːri/

conservatory

invernadero / escuela de música y arte
Meaning
A greenhouse for growing plants or a school for music and the arts.
Example
They grew exotic plants in the conservatory.
Cultivaron plantas exóticas en el invernadero.
C1 noun /ˈsæl.mən fɪʃ / ˈroʊ.huː/

Salmon fish / Rohu

pescado Rohu
Meaning
a freshwater fish popular in South Asian cuisine; also refers to salmon which is a different species
Example
Rohu fish is commonly prepared with spices in Bengali households.
El pescado Rohu se prepara comúnmente con especias en los hogares bengalíes.
C1 verb /ˈsaɪdˌtræk/

sidetrack

desviar
Meaning
To distract from the main subject or activity.
Example
She was sidetracked by an unexpected phone call.
Ella se desvió por una llamada telefónica inesperada.
B2 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

decencia
Meaning
behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability
Example
She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.
Tuvo la decencia de disculparse por su error de inmediato.
B1 noun ɪnˈven.ʃən

invention

invención
Meaning
The action of inventing something, typically a process or device.
Example
The invention revolutionized communication.
La invención revolucionó la comunicación.
B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/

kiosk

quiosco
Meaning
A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.
Example
She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.
Compró una botella de agua en el quiosco cerca de la estación.
C2 adverb /ˌɪnsəʊˈmʌtʃ/

insomuch

tanto
Meaning
to such an extent
Example
He was insomuch tired that he could hardly stand.
Estaba tan cansado que apenas podía mantenerse en pie.
C1 noun /bruːˈtæləti/

brutality

brutalidad
Meaning
extreme cruelty or violence; savage or inhumane treatment
Example
The brutality of the attack shocked the entire community.
La brutalidad del ataque conmocionó a toda la comunidad.
C2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪfɪs/

artifice

artificio
Meaning
clever or cunning devices or tricks used to deceive others
Example
The politician's charm was nothing but artifice.
El encanto del político no era más que artificio.
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

cúrcuma
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
Agrega cúrcuma al curry para dar color y sabor.
C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

accidental
Meaning
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
Example
His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.
Su éxito se debió en parte a circunstancias accidentales.
B1 noun /ˈpɜr.fjuːm/

Perfume

perfume
Meaning
a fragrant liquid made from essential oils and alcohol; a pleasant smell
Example
She wore her favorite perfume to the party.
Ella llevaba su perfume favorito a la fiesta.
C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

adenda
Meaning
an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book
Example
The report included an addendum with updated statistics.
El informe incluía un adenda con estadísticas actualizadas.
B2 noun /ˌaʊtˈsaɪdə(r)/

outsider

extranjero
Meaning
a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community
Example
As a new student, she often felt like an outsider at school.
Como estudiante nuevo, a menudo se sentía como una extranjera en la escuela.
B2 adjective /ˈdʌsti/

dusty

polvoriento
Meaning
covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use
Example
The old bookshelf was dusty after years of neglect.
La estantería vieja estaba polvorienta después de años de abandono.
A1 verb /duː/

do

hacer
Meaning
to perform an action; to carry out
Example
I do my homework every evening.
Hago mi tarea todas las noches.
B1 noun /ˈfjuː.əl/

Fuel

combustible
Meaning
a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power
Example
The rising cost of fuel has affected transportation and heating expenses worldwide.
El aumento del costo del combustible ha afectado el transporte y los gastos de calefacción en todo el mundo.
A2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.vət/

Private

privado; confidencial; no público; individual
Meaning
personal; confidential; not public; individual
Example
This is a private conversation between two friends.
Esta es una conversación privada entre dos amigos.
A2 noun /ɡʌn/

Gun

arma de fuego
Meaning
a weapon that fires bullets or other projectiles from a metal tube
Example
The soldier cleaned his gun after the training session.
El soldado limpió su arma después de la sesión de entrenamiento.
C2 noun /ˈpeɪpəsi/

papacy

papado
Meaning
The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
The papacy played a significant role in medieval European politics.
El papado jugó un papel importante en la política medieval europea.
B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

gradual
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
Los cambios graduales son más sostenibles.
B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

auditar
Meaning
to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially
Example
The accountant will audit the company's books next month.
El contador auditará los libros de la empresa el próximo mes.
B1 noun /ˈhæm.ər/

Hammer

martillo
Meaning
a tool with a heavy metal head for hitting nails or breaking things
Example
She used a hammer to nail the picture frame to the wall.
Ella usó un martillo para clavar el marco de la foto en la pared.
C2 noun /ˈθiː.ɑːr.ki/

thearchy

tearquía
Meaning
Rule or government by the gods; divine sovereignty.
Example
In ancient cultures, some societies believed in thearchy where gods directly guided human affairs.
En las culturas antiguas, algunas sociedades creían en la tearquía, donde los dioses guiaban directamente los asuntos humanos.
C2 noun /ˈpɑːrsɪmoʊni/

parsimony

tacañeria
Meaning
extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources
Example
His parsimony was evident in the way he avoided any unnecessary expenses.
Su tacañeria era evidente en la manera en que evitaba cualquier gasto innecesario.
B2 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

verificar
Meaning
to check if something is true or correct; to confirm
Example
Please verify your email address before proceeding.
Por favor, verifica tu dirección de correo electrónico antes de proceder.
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈθroʊ/

overthrow

felicidad
Meaning
To remove a leader or government from power, often by force.
Example
The rebels planned to overthrow the corrupt regime.
No pudo esconder su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
C1 noun /məˈleɪz/

malaise

malestar
Meaning
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
Example
After the long journey, she felt a general malaise.
Después del largo viaje, ella sintió un malestar general.
B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

basura; rechazo
Meaning
waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something
Example
Please put the refuse in the designated bins.
Por favor, ponga la basura en los cubos designados.
C2 verb /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

agraviar
Meaning
to cause distress or make someone feel resentful
Example
She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.
Ella se sintió agraviada por la decisión injusta.
B1 noun /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

diagram

diagrama
Meaning
a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something
Example
The teacher explained the system using a clear diagram.
El profesor explicó el sistema usando un diagrama claro.
A1 noun /ˈsæləd/

salad

ensalada
Meaning
a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing
Example
She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
Ella preparó una ensalada fresca con lechuga, tomates y pepinos.
C1 noun /dʌsk/

Dusk

oscurecer; anochecer
Meaning
the period of the day when daylight is fading; twilight
Example
They walked along the beach during dusk, watching the sunset.
Caminaban por la playa durante el atardecer, viendo la puesta del sol.
B2 noun /ˈboʊlər/

bowler

lanzador
Meaning
a person who delivers the ball in cricket; also a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown
Example
The bowler took three wickets in the first over.
El lanzador tomó tres wickets en el primer over.
B2 noun /ˈen.tə.praɪz/

Enterprise

empresa, especialmente un proyecto audaz o complejo
Meaning
a project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one
Example
The space exploration enterprise required years of planning and preparation.
La empresa de exploración espacial requirió años de planificación y preparación.
B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

dirigir
Meaning
to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person
Example
He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.
Él dirigió el coche cuidadosamente por la calle estrecha.
B1 noun ˈtʃeə.pɜː.sən

chairperson

presidente
Meaning
A person who is in charge of a meeting or organization; the presiding officer of a committee, board, or organization.
Example
The chairperson ensures procedural integrity.
El presidente asegura la integridad del procedimiento.
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

persecución, búsqueda
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
Dedicó su vida a la búsqueda de la felicidad.
B1 noun /blæk ˈber.i/

Black berry

moras
Meaning
a small dark purple or black fruit that grows on bushes
Example
We picked fresh blackberries from the garden for our pie.
Recogimos moras frescas del jardín para nuestra tarta.
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.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsʌf.ər.ə.bəl/

insufferable

insoportable
Meaning
Too extreme to bear; intolerable.
Example
The heat during the summer was insufferable.
El calor durante el verano fue insoportable.
C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

estricto
Meaning
strict, precise, and exacting
Example
The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.
El gobierno impuso medidas estrictas durante la crisis.
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

Returnable

devolvible
Meaning
able to be returned or given back
Example
The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund.
La botella es devolvible para un reembolso del depósito.
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdʒi/

orgy

fiesta desmedida
Meaning
A wild party involving excessive indulgence, especially of a sexual nature.
Example
The novel described a scandalous orgy in a wealthy mansion.
La novela describió una orgía escandalosa en una mansión rica.
C2 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑː.lə.sɪs/

electrolysis

electrólisis
Meaning
A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.
Example
Electrolysis is used to separate hydrogen from water.
Se utiliza la electrólisis para separar el hidrógeno del agua.
C1 /splɪnt/

splint

férula
Meaning
A rigid device used to support and immobilize a broken or injured body part.
Example
The doctor applied a splint to stabilize the patient's broken arm.
El doctor aplicó una férula para estabilizar el brazo roto del paciente.
B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

rápido; veloz; ágil;
Meaning
moving or happening quickly; fast
Example
The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.
El servicio de entrega rápido llegó en una hora.
B2 verb /dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

discharge

alta
Meaning
to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off
Example
The hospital will discharge the patient tomorrow.
El hospital dará de alta al paciente mañana.
B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

columna
Meaning
a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system
Example
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
El antiguo templo fue sostenido por enormes columnas de piedra.
C1 noun /ˈɔɪntmənt/

ointment

ungüento
Meaning
A smooth, oily substance applied to the skin for healing or soothing.
Example
The doctor prescribed an ointment for the burn on his arm.
El doctor recetó un ungüento para la quemadura en su brazo.
C1 adjective /seɪdʒ/

Sage

sabio; prudente; con buen juicio
Meaning
wise; showing wisdom from experience; prudent; having good judgment
Example
The sage advice from the elder helped solve the problem.
El sabio consejo del anciano ayudó a resolver el problema.
B1 noun /ˈkriːtʃər/

creature

criatura
Meaning
A living being, especially an animal.
Example
The forest is full of strange creatures.
El bosque está lleno de extrañas criaturas.
C2 noun /kəˈnɑːrd/

canard

bulo
Meaning
a false or unfounded story or rumor
Example
The article turned out to be nothing more than a canard.
El artículo resultó ser nada más que un bulo.
A2 phrasal verb /lʊk ˈɑːftər/

look after

cuidar de
Meaning
to take care of someone or something; to be responsible for someone’s well-being
Example
She looks after her younger brother while their parents are at work.
Ella cuida de su hermano menor mientras sus padres trabajan.
C2 verb /rɪˈsɪnd/

rescind

rescindir
Meaning
to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement
Example
The company decided to rescind the job offer.
La empresa decidió rescindir la oferta de trabajo.
C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

enemistad
Meaning
a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility
Example
The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.
La enemistad entre las dos familias duró generaciones.
C2 adjective /ˈpʌkɪʃ/

puckish

travieso
Meaning
playfully mischievous
Example
The child gave a puckish grin before hiding the toy.
El niño dio una sonrisa traviesa antes de esconder el juguete.
C1 noun /ˈpriːsɪŋkt/

precinct

distrito
Meaning
A district or area within the boundaries of a city, often for police or electoral purposes.
Example
She went to vote at her local precinct.
Ella fue a votar en su distrito local.
B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

divulgar
Meaning
to reveal or make information known; to expose
Example
The company must disclose all financial information.
La compañía debe divulgar toda la información financiera.
C1 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪmər/

glimmer

un resplandor débil
Meaning
A faint or wavering light; to shine with a faint light.
Example
A glimmer of hope shone in her eyes.
Un resplandor de esperanza brilló en sus ojos.
C1 noun /kʌˈstoʊ.di.ən/

Custodian

conserje; guardián; encargado
Meaning
a person who has responsibility for or looks after something; a caretaker or guardian
Example
The school custodian ensures that all buildings are clean and secure.
El conserje de la escuela se asegura de que todos los edificios estén limpios y seguros.
C1 adjective əsˈtjuːt

astute

astuto o sagaz
Meaning
Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
Example
His astute observations helped solve the complex problem.
Sus observaciones astutas ayudaron a resolver el problema complejo.
C1 verb /sɪˈkriːt/

secrete

secreción
Meaning
to produce and release a substance from a cell, gland, or organ
Example
The pancreas secretes insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.
El páncreas secreta insulina para regular los niveles de azúcar en la sangre.
B2 verb /fɔɪl/

foil

frustrar
Meaning
To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.
Example
The police foiled the robbery attempt.
La policía frustró el intento de robo.
C2 adjective /ˈpɪd.lɪŋ/

Piddling

insignificante; trivial; pequeña cantidad
Meaning
trivial; insignificant; small in amount
Example
He was annoyed by the piddling amount of money he received.
Se molestó por la cantidad insignificante de dinero que recibió.
C2 noun /ˈmʌŋɡrəl/

mongrel

perro mestizo
Meaning
A dog of mixed breed; sometimes used to describe something mixed or of inferior quality.
Example
The stray dog was a friendly mongrel.
El perro callejero era un perro mestizo amigable.
B2 verb /ɪkˈsiːd/

exceed

superar
Meaning
to go beyond a limit or expectation
Example
The athlete exceeded everyone's expectations by winning the gold medal.
El atleta superó las expectativas de todos al ganar la medalla de oro.
B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

armado
Meaning
equipped with or carrying weapons
Example
The bank was robbed by armed men.
El banco fue robado por hombres armados.
B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

contaminar
Meaning
to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants
Example
Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.
Las fábricas contaminan el medio ambiente con productos químicos tóxicos.
C1 adjective /əˈblaɪdʒɪŋ/

obliging

servicial
Meaning
Willing to help or do favors; accommodating.
Example
The staff at the hotel were very obliging and friendly.
El personal del hotel era muy servicial y amable.
C2 adjective /sɛnˈtrɪpɪtəl/

centripetal

centrípeto
Meaning
Moving or directed toward a center.
Example
Centripetal force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun.
La fuerza centrípeta mantiene a los planetas en órbita alrededor del sol.
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

asedio
Meaning
A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.
Example
The castle fell after a long siege.
El castillo cayó después de un largo asedio.