Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Formas de arte y procesos creativos

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appealing

[Adjetivo]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

atractivo, atrayente

Ex: His rugged good looks and charismatic personality made him appealing to both men and women alike.Su apariencia ruda y su personalidad carismática lo hacían **atractivo** tanto para hombres como para mujeres.

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to captivate

[Verbo]

to attract someone by being irresistibly appealing

cautivar

Ex: The adorable antics of the kittens captivated the children , bringing joy to their hearts .Las adorables travesuras de los gatitos **cautivaron** a los niños, llevando alegría a sus corazones.

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unbearable

[Adjetivo]

causing extreme discomfort or distress that is difficult to endure

insoportable

Ex: The tension in the room was so thick that it felt almost unbearable.La tensión en la habitación era tan espesa que se sentía casi **insoportable**.

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gripping

[Adjetivo]

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

apasionante, absorbente

Ex: The gripping true-crime podcast delved into the details of the case, leaving listeners eager for each new episode.El podcast de crímenes reales **cautivador** profundizó en los detalles del caso, dejando a los oyentes ansiosos por cada nuevo episodio.

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decorative

[Adjetivo]

intended to look attractive rather than being of practical use

decorativo

Ex: The decorative tile mosaic in the foyer depicted scenes from local history , serving as both artwork and a conversation piece for visitors .El mosaico de azulejos **decorativos** en el vestíbulo representaba escenas de la historia local, sirviendo tanto como obra de arte como tema de conversación para los visitantes.

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bronze

[Sustantivo]

a statue or any other artwork made of bronze

bronce

Ex: The art gallery hosted an exhibition featuring contemporary bronzes by local artists .La galería de arte albergó una exposición que presentaba **bronces** contemporáneos de artistas locales.

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ceramic

[Sustantivo]

an object such as a pot, bowl, etc. that is made by heating clay

cerámica

Ex: The museum featured a special exhibition on Japanese ceramics, highlighting the country's rich tradition of pottery.El museo presentó una exposición especial sobre **cerámica** japonesa, destacando la rica tradición de alfarería del país.

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canvas

[Sustantivo]

an oil painting done on a canvas

cuadro, lienzo

Ex: She commissioned an artist to create a custom canvas for her living room , capturing the essence of her favorite vacation spot .Encargó a un artista que creara un **lienzo** personalizado para su sala, capturando la esencia de su lugar de vacaciones favorito.

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mural

[Sustantivo]

a large painting done on a wall

mural

Ex: The ancient cave paintings discovered in France are some of the earliest known examples of murals depicting daily life and hunting scenes .Las antiguas pinturas rupestres descubiertas en Francia son algunos de los primeros ejemplos conocidos de **murales** que representan la vida cotidiana y escenas de caza.

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silhouette

[Sustantivo]

a drawing that depicts the outline of someone or something that is in a single black color and against a light background, often from the side

silueta

Ex: She used a projector to trace the silhouette drawing of her beloved pet onto a canvas , capturing every detail of its outline .Ella usó un proyector para trazar el dibujo en **silueta** de su amada mascota en un lienzo, capturando cada detalle de su contorno.

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still life

[Sustantivo]

a painting or drawing, representing objects that do not move, such as flowers, glassware, etc.

bodegón

Ex: The photographer arranged seashells and driftwood for a still life photo shoot , creating a tranquil and naturalistic composition .El fotógrafo dispuso conchas marinas y madera flotante para una sesión de fotos de **naturaleza muerta**, creando una composición tranquila y naturalista.

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[Sustantivo]

a picture or design created by pressing an engraved surface onto a paper or any other surface

grabado

Ex: She admired the intricate details of the art print, which depicted a forest scene with vibrant colors .Ella admiraba los intrincados detalles del **grabado** artístico, que representaba una escena forestal con colores vibrantes.

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finish

[Sustantivo]

the last layer that is put on the surface of something as a way of protection or decoration or the substance that does this

acabado, revestimiento

Ex: He chose a satin finish for the kitchen cabinets to add a touch of elegance to the room .Él eligió un **acabado** satinado para los gabinetes de cocina para agregar un toque de elegancia a la habitación.

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palette

[Sustantivo]

a thin oval board that a painter uses to mix colors and hold pigments on, with a hole for the thumb to go through

paleta

Ex: The art student learned how to hold the palette comfortably while practicing color theory and painting techniques in class .El estudiante de arte aprendió cómo sostener la **paleta** cómodamente mientras practicaba la teoría del color y las técnicas de pintura en clase.

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watercolor

[Sustantivo]

a painting that is created using paints that are water-soluble

pintura con acuarela

Ex: She spent the afternoon painting a watercolor of the seaside , enjoying the way the water-soluble paints flowed and mingled on the paper .Pasó la tarde pintando una **acuarela** del mar, disfrutando de la forma en que las pinturas solubles en agua fluían y se mezclaban en el papel.

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impressionism

[Sustantivo]

a movement in painting originated in 19th-century France that uses light and color in a way that gives an impression rather than a detailed representation of the subject

impresionismo

Ex: His latest painting, with its emphasis on capturing the play of light and color, was clearly influenced by the techniques of Impressionism.Su última pintura, con su énfasis en capturar el juego de la luz y el color, fue claramente influenciada por las técnicas del **impresionismo**.

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modernism

[Sustantivo]

a style or movement in art, literature, and architecture developed in the beginning of 20th century that greatly differs from ones that are traditional

modernismo

Ex: Modernism in literature often challenges conventional storytelling, as seen in the experimental prose of James Joyce and Virginia Woolf.El **modernismo** en la literatura a menudo desafía la narración convencional, como se ve en la prosa experimental de James Joyce y Virginia Woolf.

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realism

[Sustantivo]

a literary or artistic style that gives a lifelike representation of people, events, and objects

realismo

Ex: She preferred the directness of realism in her sculptures , capturing the true forms and emotions of her subjects without embellishment .Ella prefería la franqueza del **realismo** en sus esculturas, capturando las formas y emociones verdaderas de sus sujetos sin adornos.

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surrealism

[Sustantivo]

a 20th-century style of art and literature in which unrelated events or images are combined in an unusual way to represent the experiences of the mind

surrealismo

Ex: The film 's narrative , influenced by surrealism, unfolds like a dream , with disjointed scenes and strange juxtapositions that challenge the viewer 's sense of reality .La narrativa de la película, influenciada por el **surrealismo**, se desarrolla como un sueño, con escenas inconexas y extrañas yuxtaposiciones que desafían el sentido de la realidad del espectador.

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to mold

[Verbo]

to give a soft substance a particular shape or form by placing it into a mold or pressing it

moldear

Ex: To create a uniform design , the carpenter carefully molded the wood into identical shapes for the furniture project .Para crear un diseño uniforme, el carpintero **moldeó** cuidadosamente la madera en formas idénticas para el proyecto de muebles.

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to pose

[Verbo]

to maintain a specific posture in order to be photographed or painted

posar

Ex: The bride and groom posed for romantic shots in the golden hour .La novia y el novio **posaron** para tomas románticas en la hora dorada.

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to shade

[Verbo]

to darken part of a picture or drawing using pencils, etc.

sombrear

Ex: After outlining the tree , she began to shade the leaves , giving them a sense of volume and form .Después de delinear el árbol, comenzó a **sombrear** las hojas, dándoles una sensación de volumen y forma.

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pigment

[Sustantivo]

a dry substance that has to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint

pigmento

Ex: The workshop taught participants how to make their own pigment.El taller enseñó a los participantes cómo hacer su propio **pigmento**.

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palette

[Sustantivo]

the selection or range of colors characteristic of a particular artist, artwork, or artistic movement

La paleta impresionista rebosaba de rosas pastel, verdes claros y azules brillantes.

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to adorn

[Verbo]

to make something more beautiful by decorating it with attractive elements

adornar

Ex: To enhance the elegance of the room , they decided to adorn the windows with luxurious curtains .Para realzar la elegancia de la habitación, decidieron **adornar** las ventanas con cortinas lujosas.

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finishing touch

[Frase]

the final small detail added to complete and improve something, giving it a polished, finished quality

Ex: The dessert was delicious, but it needed a finishing touch to make it truly special.

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sketch

[Sustantivo]

a basic version of something, often created to outline or test ideas before the final version

bosquejo, esbozo, boceto

Ex: The artist ’s early sketch showed the framework of what would become a detailed painting .El **boceto** inicial del artista mostraba el marco de lo que se convertiría en una pintura detallada.

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moving

[Adjetivo]

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

emotivo, conmovedor

Ex: The moving performance by the orchestra captured the essence of the composer's emotions perfectly.La actuación **conmovedora** de la orquesta capturó perfectamente la esencia de las emociones del compositor.

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over the top

[Adverbio]

in a manner that is too extreme or exaggerated

desmesurado

Ex: Their marketing campaign was a success because it was bold and attention-grabbing without going over the top.Su campaña de marketing fue un éxito porque fue audaz y llamativa sin ser **exagerada**.

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satirical

[Adjetivo]

intending to mock, ridicule, or criticize a person, group, or society in a humorous or exaggerated way

satírico, irónico

Ex: The film used satirical elements to challenge social norms .La película utilizó elementos **satíricos** para desafiar las normas sociales.

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absorbing

[Adjetivo]

engaging and holding one's attention completely

absorbente, cautivador

Ex: The absorbing game kept us on the edge of our seats .El juego **absorbente** nos mantuvo al borde de nuestros asientos.

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engrossing

[Adjetivo]

so interesting or attention-grabbing that it fully occupies the mind

cautivador, absorbente

Ex: The documentary on wildlife was truly engrossing.El documental sobre la vida salvaje fue verdaderamente **absorbente**.

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hackneyed

[Adjetivo]

(of phrases, words, ideas, etc.) used so much that it has lost its effect, interest, or originality

trillado

Ex: The use of hackneyed phrases in the advertisement made it less impactful .El uso de frases **trilladas** en el anuncio lo hizo menos impactante.

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dehumanization

[Sustantivo]

the process or practice of treating a person or group as less than fully human by denying their individuality, dignity, or emotional life

deshumanización, deshumanización

Ex: Doctors warned that clinical detachment , if unchecked , risks dehumanization of patients rather than compassionate care .Los médicos advirtieron que el desapego clínico, si no se controla, corre el riesgo de **deshumanización** de los pacientes en lugar de una atención compasiva.

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

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